Reddick is getting its first public park

15630 NW Gainesville Rd., Reddick [Google Maps]

A contractor has been selected to make improvements to a park in Reddick that will become the town’s first public park, in partnership with Marion County.

The park at 15630 NW Gainesville Rd. Reddick is slated for improvements to Reddick Park, including restrooms, sidewalks and a new parking lot, constructed by Foundation Services of Central Florida Inc.

“Marion County, in partnership with the town of Reddick, is constructing the town’s first public park,” according to the bid invitation.

The company received a $287,913 bid from Marion County on Dec. 17 to complete the project. The funding will be split between the county’s general fund and the town of Reddick’s budget.

The park will have a portion of an existing road removed, a two-stall restroom constructed, and receive sidewalks, fencing, and have the existing parking lot restriped, according to Marion County.

Five submittals were received, and Parks & Recreation Department Director Jim Couillard recommended that Foundation Services of Central Florida Inc. should receive the award “as the lowest, most responsive, and most responsible bidder.”

The project will be completed within 75 days after the company receives a notice to proceed.