The new T.B. Smith Community Center in the Davee Gardens neighborhood replaces a smaller facility nearby.

Inside, visitors will find a computer lab and kitchen facilities. The outdoor area includes a playground, basketball courts, and a field that can accommodate softball and football games.

The center will host special events, tournaments, summer camps, and after-school programs throughout the year.

Beyond recreation, the facility is also designed to serve as an emergency response building when needed.

The center was funded by about $20 million from a COVID-era American Rescue Plan Act grant. About $800,000 went toward green technology, including solar panels.

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