does not always feel the sharper economic swings that hit larger nearby cities. The town is big enough to offer variety, but small enough to be resilient. RECREATION AS A CORE INVESTMENT As Dayton looks ahead to the next two years, a unifying theme emerges across its plans: investing in recreation and lifestyle as core components of community development. Shinn notes that four different recreation projects are in the planning stages, ranging from soccer facilities to amenities for wiffle ball, disc golf, and paddlesports. This focus has already begun to reshape daily life. A partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee led to a dramatic renovation of Pendergrass Park, including the installation of a modern splash pad. The revitalized park quickly became a favorite gathering place, routinely filled with families and the sound of children playing from morning to evening. Dayton is also working closely with RC3 on a significant expansion of its facility, which will include an indoor pool, a larger fitness center, and enhanced programming. As a lake community, the city values the ability to offer swim lessons and water safety education to children, ensuring they can enjoy the river and area lakes safely.The new aquatic resources 217 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 01 DAYTON, TN
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