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Kentwood Parks and Recreation to unveil improvements at East Paris Nature Park Sept. 25

Picnic shelter and kiosk upgrades at East Paris Nature Park. (Courtesy, Kentwood Parks and Recreation)



By WKTV Staff

greer@wktv.org


The Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department will unveil improvements made at East Paris Nature Park during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Sept. 25.

Community members are invited to join the 2 p.m. celebration at the park, 5995 East Paris Ave. SE. The enhancements include trail improvements, signage and new amenities such as pet stations, bike repair stations, benches and more. These upgrades create a welcoming and enjoyable environment for community members of all ages and interests, inviting them to travel the trail, relax on a bench, learn about the wildlife that calls the park home and much more.


(Courtesy, Kentwood Parks and Recreation)



This project was funded in part by a grant from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund and through the voter-approved City of Kentwood Parks, Trails & Recreation millage.

“We’re excited to officially unveil and celebrate the improvements at East Paris Nature Park,” said Val Romeo, Kentwood’s Parks and Recreation director. “Through the parks millage, we are committed to enhancing the experience for all park visitors. We look forward to community members enjoying these wonderful amenities for years to come.”

Mayor Stephen Kepley will provide remarks during the ribbon-cutting. He will be joined at the event by other City of Kentwood officials.

More details on the East Paris Nature Park improvements are available on the City of Kentwood’s website.


(Courtesy, Kentwood Parks and Recreation)