City of Tallahassee Print

star-24px 2019 AARP Community Challenge Grantee

Project Category

Public Spaces
A new 860 foot linear park, with a bench swing, accessible water fountain and signage will connect two existing neighborhood parks, as well as a 16 mile rail trail to the coast.

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Schematic of linear park and amenitites.
Linear park with swing bench and water fountain.
New linear park and paved walking path.

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