LAKEPORT, Calif. – Lakeport officials said that Library Park remains closed to the public due to flooding.

On Feb. 9, the city of Lakeport closed the park for public safety and to prevent further damage.

Since that time, many people have ignored the closed signs and entered the flooded areas of the park, which is causing further damage. The city said it continues to have crews working in the park to protect the infrastructure. 

To further assist with encouraging people to follow the closure the city said it has added barrier-tape between the "park closed" signs.

Police officers will be patrolling the area and persons found entering are subject to citation for entering a closed area, officials said.

The city said people are still welcome to view the park from open sidewalks on Park, First and Third streets.