COUNCILMEMBER JOHNSON FUNDS IMPORTANT PROJECTS

Throughout The Second Council District

The long-awaited start of phase two construction at the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center in Southwest Philadelphia started in 2023. The new Myers will include a state-of-the-art building and recreational facilities. Improvements already completed include a mini soccer pitch, renovated tennis courts, and updated outdoor basketball courts.

In 2023, The City’s Rebuild program will also continue major construction of the Vare Recreation Center, including new buildings, basketball courts, playground, landscaping, and public art. Vare has been a pivotal public space and home away from home for its community for over 100 years.

Chew Playground officially reopened to the public in late 2022 after a nearly $2 Million renovation. The renovations included soil remediation, a new football field with goal posts, updated benches and bleachers, an improved baseball infield, new fencing improvements, and new trees.