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Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

MLK Park


Location: 3808 Callis
Size: 3.0 acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Date Acquired: April 21, 1989
Purchase Price: $10.00

Park Description:
Originally named Friendly Neighborhood Park, it was renamed in 1987 to Martin Luther King, Jr. Park.  It was purchased from Victoria County in 1989 for $10.00.  This park is one of the more popular parks in the city, featuring a new playground (2000), basketball court, lighted pavilion and sidewalks.  Situated on the corner of Callis and Pleasant Green, this park is used by many area residents for Bar-B-Que's and gatherings.

Developmental Data:

Contract Description: Year Funding Amount
Park Development
     Pavilion
     Playground Equipment
     Trees, lighting, sidewalks
1984 $26,022.00