Parks Projects
Upcoming or Current Projects
Projects listed as "shared" are funded/supported by the City of Danville and Boyle County Fiscal Court
Project Name | Anticipated Cost | Budget Year | Funding Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennium Park Skate Improvements | $300,000 (shared) | 2026 | General Fund/Boyle County |
| Alum Springs Mountain Bike Park | $250,000 (shared) | 2026 | General Fund/Boyle County |
| Jennie Rogers Roof Repair | $60,000 | 2026 | General Fund |
| Millennium Park Central Playground | $100,000 (shared) | 2026 | General Fund/Boyle County |
| Millennium Park Furnishings | $50,000 (shared) | 2026 | General Fund/Boyle County |
| Millennium Park Field Improvements | $150,000 (shared) | 2026 | General Fund/Boyle County |
| Indoor Recreation & Aquatics | $22,000,000 | - | Bond Issuance |
| Utility Vehicle | $7,500 | 2026 | General Fund/Boyle County |
| Butler Drive Park Playground | $160,000 ($80,000 COD) | 2026 | General Fund & Grant |
| Replace Jennie Rogers Bleachers* | $70,000 | - | - |
| Michael Smith Park Pavilion* | $500,000 | - | - |
| Dog Park Shelter* | $25,000 | - | - |
| Lexington Ave Park Restroom* | $250,000 | - | - |
| Jackson Park Court Improvements | $150,000 | - | - |
| Millennium Park Performance Pavilion* | $500,000 | - | LWCF Grant/General Fund |
Please contact Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation for more information.
Recently Completed
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Project Description:
The City of Danville purchased the former Jennie Rogers Elementary School in May of 2021 with a vision of a creating a space for everyone in Danville. The Jennie Rogers Community Center officially opened in August of 2024 and hosts basketball, volleyball, pickleball and other recreational activities. Several classrooms are home to community organizations like the Arts Commission of Danville-Boyle County, Teach Peace, Danville Schools Cradle School and Dance. The center features a cafeteria, game room, and several locations to relax, study, or meet with a group. The east wing of the building was completely renovated to house an early childhood development center which will be seeking a new tenant in the fall of 2025. Some spaces in the building are available for rent. Please contact Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation for more information.
Project Cost:
$4,881,835
Contact:
Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation
859-238-1230
Project Description:
Michael M Smith Memorial Park, formerly known as Batewood Park, is located on JE Woods Drive off Second Street. A renewed focus on supporting community parks lead to impressive renovations like the addition of a splash pad, new playground and improved access to Danville's trail system. Phase 1 of Michael Smith Parks improvements are complete but future plans may include improved parking, a pavilion, and court renovations.
Total Cost:
$1,514,094
Timeline:
Reopened June 2024
Strategic Plan Category:
Parks & Recreation, Economic Development, Regionalism
Contact:
Parks & Rec Director, Tommy Barton
859-238-1233
Project Description:
Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation's Tennis Courts were formally located at the Bunny Davis Recreational Facility. Space was limited for tennis play, but perfect for pickleball! So, the Bunny Davis courts were converted to pickleball once a new home for a Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation Tennis Complex was located, in the former fairgrounds area of Millennium Park. The new complex includes six new courts, including two lighted courts, and a comfortable spectator area. The complex hosts regular tennis tournaments and local matches, and tennis lessons are available through Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation.
Total Cost:
$3,103,795
Timeline:
Open May 2023
Strategic Plan Category:
Parks & Recreation, Economic Development, Regionalism
Contact:
Parks & Rec Director, Tommy Barton
859-238-1233
In the Spring of 2024, two new playgrounds were installed at Danville parks. Through Land and Water Conservation Grant Funds from the Kentucky Department of Local Government, and Danville-Boyle County Parks & Recreation new playgrounds were installed at Jackson Park and Cowan Street Park.