In just a few months, the community will gain a 32-acre urban park and, hopefully, a boost to its economy and sustainability.
Planning for Depot Park began about 20 years ago, and the project is both within its $5.9 million budget and on schedule for a soft opening August 1, said Nathalie McCrate, the project manager for the Gainesville Community Redevelopment Agency.
Before the location became a job site for over 115 employees, it was a place where industries dumped hazardous material, McCrate said.