Share ideas with Asheville Parks & Recreation Director

Asheville -- June 20, 2024: City of Asheville News: Do you have ideas for Asheville’s parks and recreation facilities?

Join Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) Director D. Tyrell McGirt for one-on-one or small group conversations during casual “Park Bench Chats.”

“We believe that our parks and recreation system is strongest when it reflects the needs and desires of our community,” according to McGirt. “I had many wonderful conversations during workshops as part of grassroots engagement building the forthcoming Recreate Asheville plan, a 10-year vision to guide parks and recreation decisions. Park Bench Chats events are a natural extension to keep the conversation going in relaxed settings.”

Dates & Details

Sign up for a 20-minute slot up to 45 days before each date at this link: Park Bench Chat Drop-ins may be accommodated if time allows.

July 30 from 11am-2pm at Recreation Park Offices on 72 Gashes Creek Road
October 4 from 8-11am at Burton Street Community Center on 134 Burton Street
January 13 from 3-6pm at Tempie Avery Montford Community Center on 34 Pearson Drive
April 9 from 5-8pm at Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center on 121 Shiloh Road
 

Can’t Make It in Person?
No worries! Community members may also submit their thoughts and suggestions to dtmcgirt@ashevillenc.gov. 

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