Forest Acres Park Gets a Big Makeover

Forest Acres is getting a major upgrade to Citadel Park. The park will be closed from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This is to fix the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm took down many trees and left the park in bad shape. The city chose to close the park in winter. This way, fewer people will be affected. The plan includes building a new pavilion. They will also put in stronger benches and move the playground. This will make the park safer and more fun. The city is also planting new trees. They want to make sure the park looks green and healthy again. The goal is to make the park better than ever. It will be ready for spring. Some people might be upset about the closure. But the city says it will be worth it. They promise the park will look great when it opens again. It will be a big improvement for everyone in Forest Acres.