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Newton County to update park ordinances, add cameras and taller lights at Fairview Community Park
Summary
Commissioners agreed Jan. 29 to pursue ordinance changes and equipment upgrades at Fairview Community Park after complaints about ATVs, after-hours use and safety; signage was posted and staff said taller poles and cameras should be installed within weeks.
Commissioners reviewed Chapter 38 of the county parks and recreation ordinance on Jan. 29 and focused discussion on safety issues at Fairview Community Park and countywide ordinance gaps.
Parks and recreation staff said signs were installed the same day, and Dwayne Mast, Director of Parks and Recreation, told the board the department will replace 10-foot light poles around the Fairview track with 20-foot poles; he estimated a three- to four-week lead time. Staff also said Snap & Shoals has agreed to run…
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