b'RECREATIONBenefitsExposure to nature in parks, gardens, and natural areas can improve psychological and social health. Parks,playgrounds, greenways, trails, and community open spaces promote physical activity to maintain fitnessand health and to enhance the overall quality of life desired within Peachtree City.The overall goal is to maintain and enhance the quality of life experienced by our residentsthrough ensuring residents a safe and healthy environment in which to live, work and enjoy leisure time;promoting a sense of community through family-oriented activities and citizen involvement; andstrategically locating resources to maximize access.Needs AssessmentPeachtree City has a long tradition of supporting parks and recreational activities through theuse of 416 acres of park land including multiple nature areas,playgrounds, and recreational facilities. Manyof the buildings and athletic facilities require constant maintenance, repairs, and renovations to preventdeterioration and increase service life. Parks and facilities support over 150,000 visits per year. Increases inpopulation, demographic changes, and the increased popularity of sports and activities result in manyrequests for modified, improved, and/or renovated facilities. For the 2023 SPLOST, Peachtree City isprioritizing a redevelopment of the old community garden site on Kelly Drive, permanent restrooms for ourpopular Drake Field, a major replacement and expansion project for City playgrounds, and a new pickleballfacility. Project Recreation Projects Estimated CostNumber35 Drake Field Restrooms $500,00036 Community Garden Site Redevelopment - 110 $1,000,000Kelly Drive37 Playground Equipment Replacement & Expansion $1,200,000- Citywide38 New Pickleball Courts with Lights and Restrooms $770,000Recreation Total $3,470,000PTC SPLOST 2023|37'