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Elkhart Parks director reports Walker Park nearly complete; events and ranger counts fall heading into winter
Summary
Director and staff reported Walker Park Russian Building nearly finished, Winterfest planned for Dec. 6, farmers market attendance averages and a drop in park patron counts and ranger engagements compared with the prior month.
Elkhart City Parks staff on Tuesday told the Park Board that Walker Park’s Russian Building is nearly complete, Winterfest and ice operations are planned for the winter, and several seasonal event metrics and ranger-statistics show lower usage in September compared with the prior month.
Parks staff said Walker Park’s Russian Building is about 97%–98% complete and that the project is delayed by an incorrect water fountain order and other minor items. Staff said they hope to open the facility around Nov. 1.
"Walker Park Russian Building is 97% done, 98% done.…
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