SUMMARY

PROJECT TITLE: Preston Field Improvements

DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation

BUDGET CODE: 312-7111-471.83-33, 221-7111-471.83-33

JUSTIFICATION: Improves existing service

START DATE (FY): 2023

END DATE (FY): 2024

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Improvements at Preston Field to create two, regulation size, artificial turf soccer fields.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

Goal 3 - Foster a safe, healthy and diverse community with ample opportunities for recreation and wellness.

PROJECT OBJECTIVES / STATUS:

Improvements will include: additional fill/grading, drainage improvements, demolition of existing retaining wall and restroom/concession building, new retaining wall, new small building, additional lighting, artificial turf fields, and perimeter fencing.

The City is partnering with Blue Ridge United in order to upgade the Preston Field Complex to allow easy acccess for City youth and provide an oppprtunity for users to access the City for practices, games, and tournaments.