March 19, 2009 – The Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation invites the general public to attend the dedication ceremony of the newly completed recreational facilities at Estate Castle Burke Housing Development at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 21, according to a press release from DHPR. Commissioner St. Claire N. Williams.
DHPR Commissioner St. Claire N. Williams expressed admiration and satisfaction with the work completed, which includes the construction of a community center consisting of a laundromat and space for a small convenience store, installation of two children's playground parks and construction of a new basketball court with energy efficient lights.
"The development of this project was initiated by the Homeowners Association of Estate Castle Burke, who submitted an application for CDBG funds to construct a community center," Williams said. "Supplemental funds were provided by the Legislature, and we at the Department of Housing, Parks and Recreation are pleased that we were able to manage the completion of this project for the benefit and enjoyment of the residents of Estate Castle Burke," she said.
