Parks and Recreation
A community oriented parks and recreation department providing
the resources and activities for a changing population.
Recreational opportunities continue to be an important part of our Community. The goals of the Tallahassee Parks and Recreation Department are to provide worthwhile leisure programs for citizens of all ages and a well maintained parks system. Our staff is dedicated to providing diverse, quality recreational opportunities including special events, classes, and athletic leagues. Whether it's a hike at Phipps Park, a game of tennis, swimming at Wade Wehunt Pool, or participating in an arts and crafts class, take advantage of all the "Good Times" we have planned for you and your family.
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Featured Park
The Carter Howell Strong Park, bounded by Georgia, Dewey, Carolina and Copeland Streets was dedicated on February 20, 1993. The park provides a passive lake park site in the Frenchtown area. This area was actually the site of an early French community more than 150 years ago, hence the nickname of "Frenchtown."
During 1987 the Frenchtown Drainage Project was initiated at the request of residents and property owners of the area who were concerned about the continued flooding problems that occurred during heavy rains. The City Commission approved funding for a study of the problems and the necessary corrections that ultimately resulted in the acquisition of 45 parcels of property.
During the last phase of construction, the Frenchtown Neighborhood Improvement Association held meetings with City staff from Public Works, Community Improvement, the Police Department and Parks and Recreation to identify how the project could be transformed from a "holding pond" into a park site that would benefit the community. Through the efforts of the Association and City staff, the City Commission appropriated additional funding to build a sidewalk around the pond, fence a portion of the property, and place benches to create a park area for the residents of the community.
The 11.5 acre passive site has is a measured jogging walkway as well. The holding pond contains aeration fountains that help clean the water and beautify the site.