On Wednesday, July 10, Ashland Park officially opened with their ribbon cutting. Close to $300,000 was spent on the installation and the replacement of the existing mulch with new turf surfacing. The project was paid for with the help of a grant from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). The project updated the playground, and made it more accessible for those with disabilities. The previous play structure was purchased in 1995.
For decades, Ashland Park was leased to the town from Marathon for just a dollar a year. Although the town maintained the park, it was hard to make significant investments without owning the property.
“Last year when the town was finally able to purchase Ashland Park from Marathon Corporation, this playground was the next big step in the continuation of something special happening along the riverfront,” said Ryan Ramsey, President of the Clarksville Town Council. “We finally had the green light and the ability to begin investing in this iconic park.”
The Clarksville Parks Department was also on hand to play music, hand out candy, and provide a bubble necklace souvenir to mark the day.
