FOND DU LAC, Wis. (WFRV) – The City of Fond du Lac held two ribbon-cutting ceremonies to celebrate new improvement projects at McDermott, McKinley, Russell, and Buttermilk Creek Parks on Friday.
“The City of Fond du Lac is thrilled to share these newly updated parks with our community,” said Fond du Lac City Council President Tiffany Brault. “These additions to our city emphasize our commitment to providing residents with welcoming spaces to gather, play, and enjoy the outdoors.”
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The majority of the city’s park enhancement projects were funded through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, which helped accelerate the number of improvements the city could undertake.
Improvements at Buttermilk Creek Park were made possible through the city’s partnership with playground equipment supplier BCI Burke, which completed all playground installations.
McDermott Park is now home to a synthetic ice rink, a new community gathering space, a pergola, and updated landscaping. The rink will be free for the community’s use and is expected to open the week of Thanksgiving.
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“The city has heard from residents that continuing to enhance parks and gathering spaces is a top priority,” said Parks Superintendent John Redmond. “We are excited for residents to begin enjoying these free amenities, especially the McDermott Park ice rink, which we anticipate opening just in time for the holiday season.”
With the completion of these projects, the City of Fond du Lac encourages residents to continue enjoying McDermott, McKinley, Russell, and Buttermilk Creek parks.
