City opens two new playgrounds

City and neighborhood leaders are set to officially open two new parks during separate ceremonies on the west side of Savannah 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., today, Friday, June 27:

1 p.m.: Ribbon cutting for new playground at Liberty City Neighborhood Center, 1401 Mills B. Lane Boulevard.

2 p.m.: Ribbon cutting for Feiler Park, at Medding and Alamo Streets. Park improvements include a new playground, walking trail, benches, picnic area, lighting, parking lot and water fountain.

Both events will be hosted by Alderwoman Dr. Estella Shabazz, who represents the 5th District, where the parks are located.

The City of Savannah maintains 57 different playgrounds throughout the community, in addition to nearly 200 acres of parks and more than a dozen community centers.