Something is missing in the parks!

Only this time it’s a good thing!


[Existing building @ Boulevard and 6th]

The small cinder block building seen above is similar to many other small buildings between 1st and 6th in the parks system. It appears that after the parks task force last meeting with the Parks and Recreation maintenance chief Lorenzo Williams, someone decided to remove them.


[Missing building @ 4th and Pearl]

These building served no purpose other than taking up space. Space that could be landscaped, or have a playground, or just sit and be green. There are still a few buildings left, but these appear to be actually serving a purpose, which is a novelty in our parks. I am personally of the opinion that the remaining buildings should get a nice coat of neutral/earth tone paint.


[Missing building @ Klutho Park]

The neat thing about the fight to get the parks back into shape is that there are small battles that can be won. While we really don’t know if it was our efforts that got these buildings removed, it’s certainly hard to argue that we haven’t gotten a little bit of attention from those that are supposed to maintain and improve our parks.


[Missing Building @ 3rd and Pearl]

The more small issues we can resolve, the better our parks will be. While getting these buildings taken down may seem like an insignificant feat, it was an arduous task simply finding out who owned the buildings, let alone who could take them down.


[Old Tennis Court Light Poles @ Klutho Park}

Hopefully in the near future the now functionless light poles at the 2nd street parking lot, in Klutho Park will be removed. This will open up a large unimpeded area that can be used for football, soccer, or even kite flying.