The Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation is hosting a community meeting to gather input on the proposal to rename Cumberland Park to Wasioto Park. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Parks Board Room at 2565 Park Plaza, Nashville, TN 37203. Attendees will have up to two minutes to express their opinions.
For those unable to attend, there are additional ways to provide input:
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– **Mail:** Send your opinion to Metropolitan Board of Parks and Recreation, Post Office Box 196340, Nashville, TN 37219-6340, ATTN: Cumberland Park Name Change. Clearly state your position and include your name and address.
– **Email:** Send an email to [parksandrec@nashville.gov](mailto:parksandrec@nashville.gov) with the subject line “Cumberland Park.” Clearly state your position and include your name and address.
– **Phone:** Call 629-255-1200, extension 51200. Clearly state your position and include your name and address.
– **Board Meeting:** Attend the Parks Board meeting at noon on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Parks Board Room at 2565 Park Plaza, Nashville, TN. Participants will have up to two minutes to express their opinions.
The mission of Metro Parks and Recreation is to provide an inviting network of parks and greenways that promote health, wellness, and quality of life through recreation, conservation, and community. The department manages over 15,000 acres of open space, including 178 parks, 100 miles of greenway, 4 nature centers, 27 community centers, 7 historical sites, 10 dog parks, 190 sports fields, 7 golf courses, and various programs such as after-school activities, fitness classes, cultural programs, ice hockey, and services for those with disabilities.
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