Life In The Park

Oppenheimer Park has got it's own storey, and it's a rather interesting one. But one for another day.
http://www.miss604.com/2010/07/oppenheimer-park-profile.html

It has played a prominent role in my own life. As part of both the Olympic legacy and the stimulus package the park recently underwent a significant upgrade. 
http://vancouver.ca/parks/info/planning/oppenheimer/index.htm

Some people were sceptical that it was a good idea. The money spent, and/or closing the park for nearly a year. (my friend and neighbour Delayne was quite upset)
http://www.straight.com/article-238653/neighbours-decry-oppenheimer-park-closure

I think it was money well spent and the new park is living up to it's potential. The dealers are still there on the west side (Dunlevy St.). But the new playground and clubhouse on the East side (Jackson St.) are seeing allot of use. Although this was true of the old building, what is new is the sound of children playing and laughing. It was a great thing to see and hear this afternoon. It's a beautiful thing to have children playing in the heart of the DTES.

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