(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Tuesday, July 4, at 12:30 pm, Mayor Muriel Bowser will break ground on the Palisades Recreation Center, a $9.5 million modernization project that will include a half-court gymnasium, fitness and community rooms, and a 6,000 square-foot addition near the outdoor terrace and rear lawn in Ward 3. Designed to meet the LEED Gold Certification for an eco-friendly and energy-efficient environment, the renovated facility will also include new installations of fire alarms, fire sprinklers, and ADA compliant public restrooms.
Prior to the groundbreaking ceremony, Mayor Bowser will participate in the Palisades Fourth of July Parade at 11 am Starting location will be at MacArthur Boulevard, NW, and Whitehaven Parkway, NW.
WHEN:
Tuesday, July 4, at 12:30 pm
WHO:
Mayor Muriel Bowser
Councilmember Mary Cheh, Ward 3
Keith Anderson, Director, Department of Parks and Recreation
Greer Gillis, Director, Department of General Services
WHERE:
Palisades Recreation Center
5200 Sherier Place, NW
*Bus Lines: D5, D6*
Press interested in attending the event are asked to RSVP to [email protected]. To view the event online, visit mayor.dc.gov/live or tune in on Channel 16 (DCN).