City gives Greens Park a facelift, new playground equipment
'We found that the old climbing apparatus was a piece of equipment that could no longer be repaired, so we opted to get some new equipment' said Patsy Smith, director of the Parks and Recreation Department. 'Our thoughts behind new playground equipment is to try and bring more families to Greens Park. We have a lot to offer with Greens Park from kids playing basketball to kids enjoying the new playground equipment to disc golf. If you haven't been to our park, come check it out. You can even just sit and have a picnic lunch and enjoy the scenery.'
'I'm excited to see the new playground equipment at Greens Park,' said City Manager Teresa Herrera. 'It's a fantastic addition that will provide a fun and engaging space for children and families to enjoy.'
The 20-acre park, located at 1775 N. Queen St. in Palestine, features one basketball court, an 18-hole disc course, picnic areas and a playground.
'I'm delighted with the new playground equipment at Greens Park, a key upgrade from our capital improvement project that replaces outdated setups with safe, modern features for families to enjoy,' said District 1 Councilman Sean Conner. 'The recent addition of public restrooms also enhances the park even further. Plus, with new equipment currently being installed at Calhoun Park, we're continuing to enrich recreational spaces throughout our community.'
Last summer, the city installed new restrooms at Greens Park. The project, which cost a total of $69,000, was funded partially with a Community Development Grant from the Palestine Economic Development Corporation.
'The city's commitment to enhancing this park is evident, and it's great to see us taking an active role in improving community spaces,' Herrera said. 'This investment not only benefits local residents but also encourages outdoor activity and social interaction. Plus, with the new restrooms that were added last year, the park is becoming an even more welcoming and convenient park for everyone.'
Greens Park is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Saturday.
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