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NORTH LIBERTY — Fifteen years ago, the City of North Liberty established Centennial Park on the south side of town.

Last week it celebrated completion of the first phase of a $16 million park expansion that adds an event hall, amphitheater, splash pad, pavilion and plaza. Planners hope to turn it into a regional attraction.

Background

Centennial Park’s story began in 2010, when the city purchased 40 acres of land for the park and developed a master plan for it. Centennial Park , the city’s largest park, opened in 2013 on St. Andrews Drive west of Jones Boulevard.

By 2022, the city had completed construction of driveways, permeable paver parking, trails and play features at the park.

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