Rendering
Leadership Dorchester Class of 2023 is pleased to commence fundraising efforts for the revitalization of Huger Park. Scheduled to begin August 1st, with the goal of renovating Huger Park, including the addition of needed ADA signage within the park and a memorial fixture and brick pathway in honor of former Town of Summerville Planner, Joe Christie.
In addition to the $100,000 in funding the Summerville Parks Foundation was able to secure through the Town of Summerville, the class intends to raise $50,000 to finalize the project. The scope of work includes equipment replacement, Installation of a legacy walkway and ADA Signage. Site work includes grading, leveling, landscaping, and adding engineered mulch. The project will replace fencing, gutters, and paint for the pavilion, as well as refurbish current memorial benches and plaques.
“Parks give individuals a space for meeting their neighbors in person,” said Bob Jackson, Summerville Council Member. “Community parks can be spaces for kids and adults to gather and meet new people who enjoy similar activities. Parties and reunions can use picnic areas to provide space for large gatherings. Those interactions then form the basis of community. Separate families and individuals can bond together with the intention of creating a communal space like a park can help bring a space where citizens can interact with neighbors and community members, sparking unique and meaningful connections.”
Huger Playground is a sweet, pocket park located in the heart of downtown Summerville, just off West Richardson Avenue. This playground is loved and used by many in the community. The playground currently has many of the original pieces that were installed around the 1950s. This project will transform this hidden gem into an inviting adventure for all children. It is the goal of the Leadership Dorchester Class of 2023 to create a space that encourages community togetherness and safety.
“Summerville Parks Foundation (501c3) was developed to assist with providing capital resources to improve the Town of Summerville parks,” said Steven Doniger, Summerville Parks Foundation Board Member. “Partnership with Leadership Dorchester on the construction of Huger Playground is a fantastic demonstration of combining public private resources to redevelop the park with an improved play structure for the next generation and celebrates the Summerville spirit of community involvement and collective good will. We look forward to celebrating this project and others to follow.”
To help ensure the success of this project, visit https://leadershipdorchester.com/support.
Sponsors can join Leadership Dorchester by sponsoring a Legacy Brick to be added to the newly created walkway or invest at the Visionary, Platinum, or Gold level. Detail and benefits on each option can be found at the link above too.
