Another step has been taken in the City of Knoxville’s proposed Parks & Recreation master plan. City Manager Heather Ussery says details will soon be worked out with RDG, the landscape architecture firm chosen by the city.

“This was to approve the contract with RDG, and we’ll start moving forward with developing that plan. We’ve had some citizens reach out to share their opinions regarding the plan, so I want to let them know there will be community engagement elements as part of that plan. We’ll be doing a public meeting and an online survey, so keep an eye out for when those are posted. That will be the opportunity to share opinions.”

This master plan is to address future improvements that are needed for the VA redevelopment, Auld Park, a new east park, trail extensions and more. Work is tentatively scheduled to begin in January.