Deadline Approaching for Martinsville Parks Improvement Survey

September 26, 2023

Local News

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There is still time for Martinsville residents to give their input on how to improve the public parks in the city. The deadline to take the survey on the future of the parks is October 1.

Martinsville is taking a collaborative approach to improve its public parks and is seeking input from residents to ensure their voices are heard. In addition to community meetings, this online survey gives those who can’t attend a way to contribute to the discussion.

With a commitment to deliver major park upgrades, the City allocated $500,000 from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in 2022 for park upgrades. Partnering with the West Piedmont Planning District Commission, the City secured a $40,000 grant from the USDA Rural Development Office, supplemented by a $10,000 local match, to initiate the parks improvement plan.

Collaborating with landscape architecture firm Site Collaborative and River District Consulting Group, the City hopes to combine their expertise alongside resident input to shape the future of the parks. Public park surveys and assessments will be conducted, as well as community meetings in different voting districts.

“Residents’ insights are a crucial part of this project,” stated Mayor LC Jones. “We invite everyone to participate and contribute to our shared vision.”