Town of Oakland Awarded $2.5 Million for Sports Complex
The Town of Oakland has been awarded $2,500,000 for the creation of a new recreation area – the Oakland Sports Complex – to be located at 895 Bowers Road. The project includes four sod multipurpose fields; irrigation; lighting for two of the fields; road and parking lot paving; parking lot lighting; restroom/concession facility; concrete and asphalt paths; 10-foot wide walking/jogging asphalt trail; gates; fencing; and landscaping.
“This generous grant from TDEC is a huge investment for Fayette County and its residents,” said State Rep. Ron Gant. “This new establishment will ensure the continued growth of our community and allow families to thrive even further.”
“I am very excited that my district was awarded these funds to enhance five beloved community amenities, including parks, event centers and recreation facilities,” said State Sen. Page Walley. “The grants will provide recreational opportunities for the entire community and region. I look forward to seeing the great improvements these funds bring to our area.”
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced $26,501,705.74 has been awarded to 32 communities across Tennessee for local parks and recreation projects as the Governor travels statewide touting conservation investments. {Click here to read about the $600k parks grant Bolivar received}
“From Mountain City to Memphis, our state is blessed with natural beauty and rich resources,” Lee said. “These investments are critical in providing outdoor experiences for Tennesseans to enjoy for generations to come, and I appreciate the Tennessee General Assembly’s partnership in this effort.”
In addition to the Sports Complex, the Oakland Parks and Recreation area will also include a community playground, spray park, four-acre pond, restrooms, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, dog park, 18-hole disc golf, 2.5-mile paved walking trail, multipurpose building, group shelters, and ample parking.
The City of Bolivar is considering building its own sports complex after the city council gave Mayor McTizic the nod to seek funding for a multi-purpose sports complex during the April 2023 Bolivar City Council meeting. {click here to read more about the proposed Bolivar Sports Complex}
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