Gary New Duluth Community Center and Recreation Area
Project Status: Construction Complete- A Public / Private Success Story
Project Overview:
Transformation:
GND Development Alliance (GNDDA) and the City of Duluth (City) developed a Mini Master Plan to detail the revitalization of the Gary New Duluth Recreation Area (GND REC) in 2013. Since inception, focused efforts to implement this plan have been underway by the GNDDA and the City. As of 2024, the GND REC has been transformed into a full-service community recreation area and regional destination. Completed improvements include an upgraded and accessible community center, concrete state of the art skate park (designed by Wizard Works and completed by Gridline Skateparks), soccer fields, an open-air pavilion with picnic tables, multi-activity sport court, community garden, dog park, parking, sidewalks, and green stormwater infrastructure. Remaining project work includes completing construction of a premier skatepark, and additional parking.
Project Update:
The GND REC is a community led initiative with substantial support from the City of Duluth. A multitude of funding streams from individuals, the public, and private sectors provided the means to accomplish this amazing project.
The contractor community and trade unions have been actively involved over the years providing materials and labor to ensure success.
Funding Source:
Project work has been made possible due to the financial support of generous community members, foundations, Minnesota’s Lake Superior Coastal Program, St. Louis County, the St. Louis River Corridor Initiative tourism tax funds, and the Athletic Venues Reinvestment Initiative tourism tax funds. For a complete list of project sponsors, please visit: https://gnd.community/who-we-are/contributors/
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