According to a statement from officials Sunday, many employees are without jobs and it is unclear what the operating status is of the racetrack, which, in addition to Formula One, MotoGP and IndyCar races, hosts concerts at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater as well as professional soccer and rugby matches.

Circuit officials characterized the status of the circuit as having "limited use."

"Without concerts, races and games, we have limited use," the statement said. "Understandably and importantly, public safety takes precedence over celebratory gatherings. It is our greatest hope that our community remains healthy and, when the virus passes, we reunite for many years of treasured moments with friends and family."

The announcement came less than a week after the MotoGP Grand Prix of the Americas was postponed until November and the AutoNation IndyCar Challenge was called off due to the coronavirus pandemic. Both events had been scheduled to take place in April.

Additionally, the USL Championship season was suspended for a minimum of 30 days, and large gatherings such as concerts and conventions will not be taking place until further notice.

"In the next 90 days alone, events representing nearly 600,000 ticketed visitors have been postponed, canceled, or are in jeopardy," COTA Chairman Bobby Epstein said when reached by the American-Statesman on Sunday.

He said a "reduced staff" remains but did not elaborate when asked for an exact figure beyond saying, "Half."

Austin Bold general manager Roberto Silva was among those let go. The rest of the team, including head coach Marcelo Serrano, was told it would be at least 10 days until training resumes.

Below is the full statement from COTA:

"COTA is an amphitheater, racetrack, sports stadium, conference center, and a place where fans and friends come together to create lasting memories. Without concerts, races and games, we have limited use. Understandably and importantly, public safety takes precedence over celebratory gatherings. It is our greatest hope that our community remains healthy and, when the virus passes, we reunite for many years of treasured moments with friends and family.

We are heartbroken for our employees (and their families) who spend all year preparing to welcome guests from Austin and all around the globe but now find themselves without work. The joy of creating memorable occasions has been replaced with the disappointing reality of a worldwide crisis. It is indeed a terrible time in the event and hospitality business. Most of all, we hope everyone stays healthy, heeds the caution advised by leaders and experts, and comes back to COTA when good times return."

Editor’s note: The original version of the story was edited to correct the circuit’s status.