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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 4, 2018
Contact Andrea Hawkins, (817) 994-2498
Groundbreaking for expansion project to new southeast Oak Cliff recreation center currently in its final construction phase
A brief ceremony is planned for 10 a.m. Saturday, August 4, at Singing Hills Recreation Center, 6805 Patrol Way in southeast Oak Cliff near East Camp Wisdom Road.
(DALLAS) – Dallas Park and Recreation will break ground for a 14,794 square-foot expansion project for the new Singing Hills Recreation Center that is currently in its final construction phase. With this second construction phase getting under way soon, the new wing will house a gymnasium, technology center and a senior adult activity area.
City officials slated to give remarks include Dallas City Council members Tennell Atkins, District 8, and Casey Thomas, District 3; Dallas Park and Recreation Director Willis C. Centers; and Dallas Park and Recreation Board President Robert Abtahi.
“We are excited about the continued growth,
progress and improvements taking place in southeast Oak Cliff,” said Atkins. “In the midst of building the new Singing Hills
Recreation Center, we were able to secure additional funding to make something better
even greater. From its design to its amenities, this center is a stellar example of the city’s assurance
to enhance Dallas’ southern neighborhoods with the finest of recreational
facilities and opportunities.”
Four years ago, the
city of Dallas broke ground on a new facility to replace the existing
recreation center built in 1973. When both construction phases are
completed, Singing Hills will be an ultra-modern 26,000 square-foot facility
that features an elevated gymnasium level accessible by stairs and elevator. Outside,
a plaza can be used for family-oriented activities including small concerts, movie
nights and other special events.
Adjacent to a DART station, city officials say
when the new Singing Hills opens, it will be a “first-of-its kind” resource for
recreation center patrons who use DART: they can walk directly to the new
center from the rail line.
In keeping with the City’s commitment to
environmentally-friendly practices, the new facility is designed to meet the
standards of the United States Green Building Council LEED Silver
certification.
“Singing Hills is one of the most unique and
innovative facilities in our park system. The design and amenities
are outstanding and reflect the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape and
rolling terrain. We are proud that this center will give patrons diverse
recreational and learning experiences in a wonderfully new facility,” said
Winters.
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