Village eyes park renovations, seeks community support - Grand Traverse Insider

By Kyle Kaminski
Lead Writer - Grand Traverse Insider

With broken glass, chipped paint on the swings, a doddering play
structure and an antiquated tennis court, the village of Lake Ann has
recognized problems with the existing condition of the park. Photo by
Kyle Kaminski

LAKE ANN — A fundraising campaign is underway to rejuvenate Lake Ann’s downtown park.

With broken glass, chipped paint on the swings, a doddering play structure and an antiquated tennis court, the village has recognized problems with the existing condition of the park. Without a specific recreation fund
to cover the costs, Lake Ann is leaning on community support to spruce up the park.

Head of the Park Renovation Committee, Ellie Flaherty, said the project took flight after a donor — who wishes toremain anonymous at this time — offered to donate money for a new basketball court.

“It started in May when he came to the villagecouncil meeting with the request,” she said. “He said he rode his bike to the courts every day when he was younger and went on to play in college and have a successful career. He just wants to give something back.”


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