Keith Abraham, Director of Ames Parks and Recreation, was the guest speaker at a recent Ames Golden K Kiwanis Thursday meeting, which continues to be held virtually.  Mr. Abraham, a 27-year Parks and Rec veteran, has served as its Director since 2013.  Abraham provided a comprehensive overview of the recently completed Ames Miracle League Park, including a visual “walk-thru” of the playground equipment, and details regarding the transfer of ownership from the Ames Foundation to the City of Ames. He stressed that those of all ages and abilities can use the Playground and the Park.  Abraham also updated members on projects that are currently planned, in process or completed:  

Inis Grove Park–Restrooms are being remodeled and motion sensors installed.–

Bandshell Park–New Lighting–

Brookside Park–New Restrooms–

River Valley Park Low Head Dam Improvements, including a Kayak Path, Fish Paths, Pedestrian Paths and Parking Lots.–

Homewood Park Clubhouse–Demolish and Rebuild–

Sunset Ridge Park {N. of Wilder}–Install Playground–

Establishment of Tahira & Labh Hira Park at the Old Edwards School Site–

Downtown Plaza–Awaiting City Council Approval/Guidance–

Pickleball Courts–Now available at McCarthy Lee Park–

Accessible Kayak/Canoe Launching Area–If fundraising successful, will be installed at Ada Hayden Park.–

Ames Foundation Tree Planting throughout Ames to replace Ash Trees and trees destroyed in the August Derecho–

New Pedestrian Bridge from McCarthy Lee Park to Oakland Street–Nearing completion