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County officials celebrate Wade Walker Park improvements

Wade Walker Park has undergone improvements to play areas. CONTRIBUTED
Wade Walker Park has undergone improvements to play areas. CONTRIBUTED
By Pamela Miller
July 24, 2017

DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs and District 4 Commissioner Steve Bradshaw will hold an official ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate new improvements at Wade Walker Park 10 a.m. July 29 in the rear of the park near the lake at 5585 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain.

A total of $1 million was allocated from the DeKalb County 2006 Park Bond funds to enhance the park play areas including replacing one playground, resurfacing all playgrounds and constructing a netball court. The public is invited to join park staff and county officials at the ceremony. Attendees will also learn more about the upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.

Information: 404-371-3643 or lsdavis@dekalbcountyga.gov.

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