Decatur parks director outlines youth athletics pilot, accreditation push and bike programs

Aug 18, 2025

Decatur’s parks director reported the advisory board is recruiting volunteers for a youth athletics pilot called 'Hoop Helpers,' expanding senior and bike-safety programs, and preparing to pursue national parks-and-recreation accreditation; community forums and a bicycle-friendly survey were announced.

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Dr. Ruby Epps, director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Decatur, told the commission the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is engaged in outreach and program development, has 11 appointed members (one current vacancy), and recently added two youth members to advise on programming.

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