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Escambia County Government: New Park At Jim Allen Elementary Open For Public Use
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Nov 05, 2021
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As it starts to cool off outside, residents in Escambia County are looking for ways to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. Escambia County is pleased to announce that the new walking track and front play area at Jim Allen Elementary School, 1051 Highway 95A N. in Cantonment, are now open for public use.
“I want to thank my dear friends from the school district, Jim Allen Principal Rachel Watts and School Board Member Bill Slayton for their help and support collaborating with Michael Rhodes, our Parks and Recreation Director, to complete this project,” said Escambia County District 5 Commissioner Steven Barry. “I am ecstatic to bring an additional amenity to my friends in the Cottage Hill community.”
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“Thanks to Commissioner Barry for including Jim Allen in this community project. This will be a tremendous asset to the school and neighborhood. This is Escambia County working together at its best,” said Escambia County School Board District 5 Member Bill Slayton.
The walking track and front play area are open on weekends and holidays from sunrise to sunset. The park is closed during normal school hours and may be closed during any after-school or weekend events and programs as well. The county Parks and Recreation department and school officials will determine summertime access in the coming months
Parks and Recreation Director Michael Rhodes said, “We’re always looking for new ways to provide the citizens of Escambia County with the opportunity to get outdoors. We know that the improvements made at Jim Allen Elementary will be enjoyed by the citizens of the community.”
As it starts to cool off outside, residents in Escambia County are looking for ways to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. Escambia County is pleased to announce that the new walking track and front play area at Jim Allen Elementary School, 1051 Highway 95A N. in Cantonment, are now open for public use.
“I want to thank my dear friends from the school district, Jim Allen Principal Rachel Watts and School Board Member Bill Slayton for their help and support collaborating with Michael Rhodes, our Parks and Recreation Director, to complete this project,” said Escambia County District 5 Commissioner Steven Barry. “I am ecstatic to bring an additional amenity to my friends in the Cottage Hill community.”
“Thanks to Commissioner Barry for including Jim Allen in this community project. This will be a tremendous asset to the school and neighborhood. This is Escambia County working together at its best,” said Escambia County School Board District 5 Member Bill Slayton.
The walking track and front play area are open on weekends and holidays from sunrise to sunset. The park is closed during normal school hours and may be closed during any after-school or weekend events and programs as well. The county Parks and Recreation department and school officials will determine summertime access in the coming months
Parks and Recreation Director Michael Rhodes said, “We’re always looking for new ways to provide the citizens of Escambia County with the opportunity to get outdoors. We know that the improvements made at Jim Allen Elementary will be enjoyed by the citizens of the community.”
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