Northeast Park
Introduction
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Northeast Park is one of St. Joseph’s newest parks, helping to fill a need in a part of the city that has recently experienced both commercial and residential growth. Located near the Campus Family YMCA, the park offers visitors a pavilion, outdoor exercise area, an accessible play structure, and a hike and bike trail.
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The play area at Northeast Park is designed to accomodate all children.
Lots of room to run and play
Backstory and Context
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The City of St. Joseph accepted the land on North Village Drive for Northeast Park in 2014. This new facility has helped to fill the lack of public outdoor spaces in this rapidly growing part of the city. This park offers an innovative play area specifically designed to accommodate all children. It is a family-friendly space designed in a partnership with Buchanan County and the YMCA, reflecting the goals of inclusivity and diversity. It is located near the North Shoppes commercial district and the hotels off of the North Belt Highway. It is an inviting space in which to play or just escape from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding district.
Sources
St. Joseph News Press, November 11, 2014.
Brendan Welch, “Projects on Track,” St. Joseph News Press, July 22, 2016.
Nathan Ellgren, “Families Explore Features at Northeast Park,” St. Joseph News Press, July 30, 2016.
Brendan Welch, “Northeast Park Improvements Proposed,” St. Joseph News Press, December 30, 2017.