MORE THAN A PARK
The GND Development Alliance is responsible for construction, operations, programming and maintenance of the GND REC. Your donations keep the doors open!
Facilities & Amenities
Skate Park
The GND REC is constructing a state-of-the-art urban style, streetscape skatepark designed by nationally recognized skate park designer Mark Leski, aka “The Wizard”. Watch our progress!
Skate Park
The GND REC is constructing a state-of-the-art urban style, streetscape skatepark designed by nationally recognized skate park designer Mark Leski, aka “The Wizard”. Watch our progress!
Pavilion
An open-air Pavilion has been constructed to be available to the community for public gatherings, concerts, to enjoy a beautiful day, or have a great place to rest as they bike down the St. Louis River Corridor.
Community Building
The GND REC has been completely renovated and reopened as a true community center. Regular youth program is conducted along with adult exercise classes. The GND REC can be rented for family functions, meetings and other functions.
Dog Park
The Gary New Duluth community has always been pet friendly, so we didn’t want to leave some important members of our family out of the GND REC. The K9 Haas Dog Park has a dedicated parking area, water for your dog, and lighting for early morning visits or after work when the sun is setting.
In The Works
- Complete
- Complete
Completed
Phase 1
Phase One has been completed! "The Shack" has been transformed and rechristened the “GND REC”. Soccer fields have been built along with an open air pavilion, storage building, parking and much more. The GND REC has become the hub of activity for the community.
- GND REC – a true community center
- Soccer Fields
- Open air pavilion
- Concrete storage building
- Paved trails with lighting
- Parking Lot
- Upgraded utilities including drainage
Completed
Phase 2
Phase Two addresses the health and wellness of the community in a variety of ways. First, Phase Two features a Dog Park. The Gary-New Duluth community has always been pet friendly, so we didn't want to leave some important members of our family out of the GND REC. The community is classified as a food desert. The CN Community Garden allows community members to grow their own organic vegetables. The multi activity sport court provides an awesome venue for a variety of sports activities.
- Dog Park
- Community Garden
- Sport Court
In Progress
Phase 3
Phase Three will bring to the Gary-New Duluth community a state-of-the-art Skateboard Park designed by nationally recognized skate park designer Mark Leski, aka “The Wizard”. The Skateboard park will be unique to the city in that it utilizes an urban design.
- Skatepark
- Small outdoor pavilion
- Parking lot with sidewalks and outdoor lighting
Coming Soon
Phase 4 & 5
Phases Four and Five will complete the revitalization of the GND REC. Phase Four is a complete reconstruction of 101st Avenue West which cuts through the middle of the GND REC to improve safety. Phase Five is a wooded area that has the potential to become part of the park as another amenity for families to enjoy.
- Improving traffic safety
Fundraiser
matching grant challenge raised above our goal ! Final total raised $28,535!
SUCCESS! We met and succeeded our target for our matching challenge grant. It is humbling how giving our community is and we greatly appreciate all who donated.
We value and take pride in our community and each of its members, education, physical activity, and our environment, those who promote positive actions and give back to our community and appreciate the opportunity to have fun as we promote service in our community and strong personal relationships between its members.
RAISED:
GOAL:
25000
Help us reach our goal! Donate today!
Get Involved
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
The GND Community Center and Recreation Area is dedicated to providing a place to be used by members of the community for social, cultural, learning and recreational purposes.
The community is in a period of transition with many new people moving to the community. The GND REC provides the catalyst for bringing the community together, benefiting young people and seniors alike while instilling an overall sense of pride throughout the community.
We can’t get this project completed without your help!
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Posted October 13, 2024
Ribbon Cutting for Skate Park!
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