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Hamilton County allocates up to $250,000 from 2024 bond for Springvale Park improvements in East Ridge
Summary
Commissioners approved use of up to $250,000 from a 2024 bond issue for a community recreation project at Springvale Park in East Ridge. Officials described planned amenities including ADA-compliant facilities, dog park, pickleball courts and restrooms based on local surveys.
Hamilton County commissioners approved Resolution 10 25–26 on Oct. 15 to allocate up to $250,000 from the 2024 bond issue for a community recreation project in the city of East Ridge.
Commissioner Chauncey spoke in support of the project and introduced local city staff in the audience, saying the Springvale Park site has been a largely undeveloped grassy area and that residents responded to surveys seeking more park amenities. He described community requests for a dog park, ADA-compliant facilities, pickleball courts and restrooms.
The county motion passed on roll call. Commissioners and local officials thanked county staff and the mayor’s office for helping bring the project to fruition.
Why it matters: The approved allocation supports local park development and upgrades in East Ridge that advocates say will provide accessible recreation amenities for neighborhood residents.
What’s next: City and county staff will move forward with planning and design under the approved allocation; project details and timelines were not specified at the meeting.
