On Thursday, January 31, a little more than five months after breaking ground, several members of the Hollis community helped commemorate the official opening of the newly renovated John F. Kennedy Park by participating in a ribbon cutting event.
Noticeably absent was the late Councilman Ivory Lee Young, Jr., who was formally recognized for his many contributions during the program. Dr. Diamond Ford addressed the audience, followed by Tyriq (7th grade), who led everyone in a traditional Hollis "SHOUT OUT" after his remarks.
Following the official program, several Hollis students had an opportunity to play on the field, running and performing drills with Grady Jarrett, Defensive Tackle for the Atlanta Falcons, while Hollis cheerleaders cheered on the sidelines.
Among those in attendance were Arthur Blank (Atlanta Falcons owner), Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Dan Corso (Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee Executive Chairman), Brett Daniels (Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee COO), Roger Goodell (NFL Commissioner), and Grady Jarrett (Atlanta Falcons DT), along with numerous members of the Vine City/English Avenue Community.
Additional Links
- J.F. Kennedy Park Ribbon Cutting - Atl 26
- Arthur Blank on new Westside park: 'It is a great moment for our city' - Atlanta Business Chronicle
- Super Bowl LIII Brings Community Upgrades to the Westside - Atlanta Daily World
- NFL Foundation, Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation & Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee Contribute $2.4 Million for Renovation of John F. Kennedy Park in Atlanta’s Westside - Atlanta SuperBowl LIII Host Committee
- NFL Legacy 53 Dedication at J.F. Kennedy Park, $2 Million in Renovations - The SkyBoat
- NFL Foundation, Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation & Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee unveil $2.4 million renovation of the Westside’s John F. Kennedy Park - Westside Future Fund
