Yesterday afternoon Decatur Legacy Park held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new inclusive playground. As you may recall, the creation of an accessible and inclusive playground at Legacy Park was a suggestion made by students at Oakhurst Elementary School during the community master planning process. We are excited to see their vision brought to reality and provide a space that all children can enjoy.
Inclusive playgrounds, as they’re commonly known, are universally-designed, sensory-rich environments that go beyond minimum accessibility standards to create play experiences accommodating the widest possible array of physical and cognitive abilities. They further allow adults of varying ages and abilities to actively engage with children in their care and serve as multi-generational gathering spaces for community enjoyment, socialization, healthy bodies, and imaginative fun.
This effort was made possible by a $145,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) obtained through Dekalb County with the support of county Commissioners Steve Bradshaw, District 4, and Ted Terry, District 6. The City of Decatur then pledged $114,00 in matching funds for a total project budget of $259,000.
To see more pictures of the ceremony and to read the Decaturish’s coverage, click here
Join the City of Decatur for their annual Touch-A-Truck and Touch-A-Budget event on Saturday, March 25 at East Lake MARTA station, North lot from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
City of Decatur loves our City Schools of Decatur school bus drivers and aides. We’re thankful for all they do for our kids. Be sure to spread your encouraging words and praise.
The City of Decatur’s summer camp guide is here! Visit our website to view our camp offerings and start planning for summer fun. Registration will open on Saturday, January 7 at 9:00am.
Join us on the Decatur Square for our annual Tree Lighting this Thursday at 6pm. Can’t make it? Join us on Friday for the West Ponce Tree Lighting at 6pm. Both of events are free and family oriented.
We are thrilled to announce Metro Atlanta’s Crossing Guard of the Year: Ms. Cindy Bryan with The City of Decatur Schools- Fifth Avenue Upper Es, Beacon Hill MS, and Decatur HS!! We celebrated Crossing Guard Appreciation last week with brunch and a chance to recognize our dedicated group of amazing crossing guards. Help us celebrate our Crossing Guards every day as they work to provide a safe route to and from school for the children and teens of Decatur.
Thank you to the Safe Routes to School Committee and Partners – Decatur Police Department, GA Safe Routes to School, and GA Commute Options for the support.
Thank you all who participated in our Halloween events! It was a joy for us to bring back our Halloween Dance for Upper Elementary Schools, the Senior Halloween Party, and our Halloween bike rides.
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