City of Dallas MLK Jr. Community Center Receives $2.5 Million in Federal Funding
DALLAS - On Thursday, October3,U.S. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockettpresented the City of Dallas with a $2.5 millionappropriation to upgrade and expand the MLK Jr. Community Center. This funding will enable vital improvements, ensuringthe center continues to serve as a cornerstone of the South Dallasand Fair Park community.
Deputy Mayor Pro TemAdamBazaldua, who representsDistrict 7,expressed his gratitude, stating, "Thisfundingis more than an investment in a building,it'san investment in the future of South Dallas. This center is truly a one-stop shop for our residents, providing services like fresh produce, senior care, workforce training, and serving as a key voting location during election seasons.
The funding will support substantial enhancements, enabling the center to expand its capacityto deliver vital services and better address the needs of the community and our service providerpartners. Planned improvements include more flexible, multi-purpose spaces, reconfigured meeting rooms and classrooms, the addition of a teaching kitchen or cooking demonstration area, enhanced storage solutions, and upgraded restroom accessibility.
Reachingtens of thousands ofresidents annuallythrough events, programmingand engagement, the MLK Jr. Community Center is a hub for essential city services, community events, and partner organizations like the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce, the Dallas Civil Rights Museum,Empowering the Masses,and Miles of Freedom. The campus includes an Administration Building,Foremost Family HealthCenter, the MLK Branch Library, the MLK Recreation and Senior Center, and ChildCareGroupfacilities.
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