(Atlantic) Atlantic Parks and Rec. Department Director Bryant Rasmussen appearing in front of the Atlantic City Council Wednesday presented a list of goals for improving several of the City’s Parks. Mollett Park located on Third Street Place is one he’s most excited about because of all the different pieces in place to bring it back to life.
Rasmussen said ten raised gardens are set to go out this spring. In addition to that, he’s working with AMU to access water, tools will be onsite for people to use, and he plans to install rain barrels for people to use to take some pressure off the water system.
Rasmussen is also working with the extension office to provide seed. He’s asked the Master Gardeners to take on one or two of the raised beds. In return, the Master Gardeners will conduct seminars periodically throughout the season.
In addition to the raised gardens, Rasmussen has applied for a grant to build a walking trail. Another goal is an ADA compliant playground that’s accessible to everyone.
Rasmussen says there are ten parks within the community and he’s goal is to promote all of them. He also mentioned Nishna Park and Cedar Park as targets for improvements. Atlantic Mayor Dave Jones plans to form a committee of 15 or 20 people and develop a 20-year plan for the parks and recreation system in Atlantic.
In other activity, the City Council set a public hearing for February 19, to approve the Fiscal year 2021 maximum property tax dollars.
The Council also approved the closure of Chestnut Street from 7th to 6th Street and 6th Street to Poplar Street for the SHIFT ATL Block Party on June 13 from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. The event will include; a beer garden, live music, and a smoke-off competition. The proceeds will go towards the groups’ efforts for key revitalization initiatives to help sustain a vibrant center for commerce and living.
