East Lake
Once a hub for family fun and outdoor recreation, East Lake is reclaiming its original vision.
In 1886, the East Lake Land Company created a neighborhood that offered an escape for locals and a destination for Alabama residents. A key part of this vision was East Lake Park, which included multiple activities for all residents to enjoy.
As personal cars became more common, the park lost some popularity. But in 1917, the City of Birmingham purchased East Lake Park and expanded its recreational offerings, making it one of the largest municipal recreation facilities in Alabama.
Today, Live HealthSmart Alabama is partnering with community members, organizations, and corporate partners to revitalize the East Lake neighborhood.
With just over 3,300 residents, the goal is to get the people of East Lake outside and moving by encouraging a healthy lifestyle they can access right outside their doorstep. These enhancements mark a positive step forward, making East Lake a healthier and more vibrant community.
Improvements
Built 3,350 Linear Feet of Sidewalk
Cleaned 946 Linear Feet of Existing Sidewalk
Repaired 3 Driveways
Installed 15 New ADA Ramps
Added 25 High-Visibility Crosswalks
Installed 20 New Light Fixtures, 11 with New Wood Poles
Repaired the 0.2-Mile Walking Track in Downey Park
Cleaned and Painted the Basketball Court Mural
Painted the Pavilion and Outdoor Benches
Installed New Picnic Tables
Added Parking Spots Along Dublin Ave
Added Stop Signs and Speed Bumps
Narrowed Intersections to Reduce Traffic Speeds
Created an Information Kiosk in the East Lake Initiative Community Garden
Cleaned and Painted the Community Garden and Added Flower Beds.
Developed Branding for the East Lake Neighborhood
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