City Council Approves Funding for New Recreation Center

City Council Approves Funding for New Recreation CenterCity Council Approves Funding for New Recreation Center In a unanimous vote, the City Council has approved funding for the construction of a new recreation center. The facility will be located in the underserved East Side neighborhood and is expected to cost $20 million. The new recreation center will include a gymnasium, fitness center, pool, and outdoor recreation areas. It will also offer a variety of programs and activities for residents of all ages, including after-school programs, senior citizen programs, and fitness classes. “This is a great day for the East Side,” said Mayor Jane Doe. “This new recreation center will provide our residents with a safe and healthy place to gather and recreate.” The funding for the new recreation center comes from a combination of city funds and grants. The city has pledged $10 million, and the remaining $10 million will come from a grant from the state. Construction on the new recreation center is expected to begin in the spring of 2023 and be completed by the fall of 2024. The new recreation center is a much-needed addition to the East Side. The neighborhood has been without a recreation center for over a decade, and residents have been forced to travel to other parts of the city to access recreation facilities. “This new recreation center will make a real difference in the lives of our residents,” said Councilmember John Smith. “It will provide them with a place to go for fun, fitness, and community.” The new recreation center is part of the city’s ongoing commitment to revitalizing the East Side. In recent years, the city has invested in new housing, schools, and parks in the neighborhood. “We are committed to making the East Side a vibrant and thriving community,” said Mayor Doe. “This new recreation center is just one step in that process.”