St. Elmo’s Ben Miller Park reveals new renovations

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Hamilton County Parks and Recreations cut the ribbon for the renovations at Ben Miller Park Saturday, July 27, 2024.

Located at 1099 West 40th Street, Ben Miller Park received upgrades to its outdoor basketball and tennis courts, along with the addition of new pickleball courts, a dog park, swing set, and walkway.

Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp attended the event, and was very pleased with the outcome of the park.

“From McDonald Farm in Sale Creek to the world-class Walden’s Ridge Park on Signal Mountain, Ben Miller Park is the latest example of how the county is investing in recreational experiences unique to our neighborhoods.  We’ve enhanced Ben Miller Park to better connect the surrounding communities, bringing together everyone from senior citizens to young families. I am thankful to Commissioner Joe Graham for making this project a priority and our parks director, Matt Folz, for working collaboratively with the city of Chattanooga to make it happen,”  stated Wamp.

Chattanooga City Mayor Tim Kelly was also in attendance.  Kelly was also very pleased with the outcome, and expressed his excitement for the future use of this space.

“We can do great things in Chattanooga when we come together, and this is just the latest success story for County-City partnerships,” said Chattanooga Mayor Tim Kelly. “I want to thank Councilwoman Dotley, Commissioner Graham, and all our friends at the County for making this possible. Urban parks are critical to quality of life in Chattanooga. Parks bring people together like few other things, for play, relaxation, exercise, and events, which build a stronger sense of community,” said Kelly.

Both Mayors expressed their gratitude to county officials such as Joe Graham and  Raquetta Dotley and the county’s park and recreational services for the renovations of this park.