Metro Parks Funders
Habitat of Greater Nashville is working with community leaders, Metro government, and private donors to make a difference in District 2. Habitat purchased parcel 70 from the Metro government to build 26 Habitat homes on half of the parcel, with a commitment to develop the north trailhead of a proposed 59-acre Metro Park. Spurred by the Habitat collaboration, Metro Parks is investing $1.75M in the development of the park. Next door, the historic Parkwood Community Club ballfields will also be renovated as part of the community collaboration, adding athletic facilities, greenspace, and affordable homes to the community.
“Our mission is to build homes, communities and hope and by partnering with the community and Metro government to establish a beautiful 59-acre park with amenities and walking trails in District 2, we are helping build a better, more healthier community,” says Danny Herron, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville. “Habitat has been building homes in District 2 for over 10 years and we are thrilled to partner with the community leaders and Metro government to add more lifestyle amenities to the well-being of community members in the area.”
Metro Parks Director, Monique Horton Odom shares Habitat’s enthusiasm, noting that “This collaboration will result in a 59-acre new park in an area of the city that has historically been underserved and helps achieve our strategic goal to more equitably provide park access countywide. We’re excited to offer this community a new destination for play, outdoor recreation and community gathering.”
Plans for the collaboration will include ample parking, a paved trail and a playground area. Park development is expected to begin in 2025. Metro Parks plan will include a trail connector for the south entrance of the park, as well as trail connectors through Habitat’s 178 home neighborhood Park Preserve.