North Pole Park Revamp: Community Input Needed

North Pole Alaska burrow leaders are calling on folks for input on a full park

overhaul aiming to turn this spot into the heart of the community. They're

budgeting just over two million dollars for new pass, playgrounds, and designs

that link up different parts of town. The goal is to boost its appeal year-round

for families, tourists, and even kids heading home from the elementary school.

This area is one of the fastest growing in the state, so officials see the park

as a key outdoor hangout that's currently well-liked but not getting. The full

use it deserves. Mayor Greer Hopkins laid it out clear. They wanted to shine as a

real draw for everyone. Earlier this week, at a meeting in the North Pole library,

community members shared what they love, like the circular walking path, wooded

spots, trails, and the bridge to the school. Leaders heard plenty of ideas on

keeping those gems while adding fresh features. Big questions on the table

include playground placement, west side near the water, or east closer to

parking for safer kid play. They're prioritizing public feedback before any

blueprints get locked in. With design we're kicking off next winter, plus more

open houses and outreach ahead, construction should start in 2027 shaping up a

park. That's truly for the people. From your city, powered by AI, this is

Anchorage News Today. I'm Corey with The Story.