As part of our Parks & Recreation bond Projects, we’ve officially completed TWO park renovations + the McInnis Pool upgrades! It’s exciting to see these projects come to life and be enjoyed by residents young and old! 

This month we celebrated the completion of Caldwell Park on July 14 and kicked off construction at the new David Phillips Park on July 9! 

J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park:

At Ramseur Park, crews are continuing to mass grade the construction site. Additional curbing was installed and a base layer of stone was put down in the main parking lot area. We’re still on track for this new park on the west side of the City to open in fall 2027.

Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields:

The athletic fields are nearly complete! The interior of the new storage facility is being finished up and the new adult changing tables, courtesy of Willow’s Wish, are being installed in the restroom facility. Padding along the backstop of the baseball diamond was installed, putting the finishing touches on the fields. Just a few more things to check off the list and we’ll be ready to re-open this fall!

David Phillips Park:

Construction officially kicked off this month at the new David Phillips park! Equipment and construction fencing was brought to the site and clearing and grading work is just beginning.

Academy-Gibson Skate Park, Pump Track, and Sculpture Garden:

This much-anticipated project’s final design was approved by City council this month, which puts us one step closer to beginning construction later this fall!

Hartsell Park, Poplar Tent Trailhead Park, Wilson Street Park, W.W. Flowe Park, and the Academy Rec Center are all still in the design phase. Check out each designated project page to learn more about specific timelines and amenities that are on the way!