Park Grand Opening Draws 1200 Community Members

Northeast Community Park, located at 3535 N Glenstone behind Praise Assembly, officially opened today, drawing more than 1,200 attendees to its ribbon-cutting ceremony. Mayor Ken McClure proclaimed Sunday, September 8, 2024, as Northeast Community Park Day in Springfield.

Mayor McClure, Greene County Presiding Commissioner Bob Dixon, and Pastor Alan Beauchamp joined members of Praise Assembly to cut the ribbon, officially opening the park to the public.

The day’s festivities featured activities for all ages including pickleball, basketball, and sand volleyball on the new courts. Families enjoyed inflatables, face painting, and a bike rodeo for the younger set, while food trucks and first responder vehicles also added to the fun.  

Event volunteer Makala Trentham shared her enthusiasm, saying, “It’s exciting to see people enjoying the outdoors and having fun together. This park is made for community, and I’m looking forward to seeing that impact for years to come.”

The park's groundbreaking took place in February 2023. Phases 1 and 2 have been completed, with a total investment of $3.85 million — including property and improvements valued at $850,000. Phase 3 will add an accessible playground at an estimated cost of $250,000, with hopes to complete and open it by the end of 2025.

Pastor Alan Beauchamp remarked, “It was a beautiful day and a wonderful celebration of our community. We want to see neighbors knowing their neighbors in northeast Springfield. That’s what this park is about. It is a place for our community to gather, grow, and get to know one another.”