A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, marking the start of planned improvements at the Heights-area park.
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The project is intended to improve accessibility, connectivity and recreational opportunities while creating a more welcoming space for park users of all ages and abilities.
Planned improvements include:
Two new playgrounds with shade
Improved walking paths and park surfaces
New connections to the MKT Trail
A fitness area
Improvements to baseball field bleachers
The project also includes several accessibility and inclusivity features.
Construction was originally expected to take about a year, but there could be some good news for residents waiting to see the improvements completed: Project officials say the work may be ahead of schedule with completion coming as soon as next summer!
More details about the project and its timeline are expected as construction gets underway.