Norma Lloyd Park

The Norma Lloyd Park Project is the centerpiece of the CCRA’s activities in the district. It is projected to be 25+ acres. This projected $10 million project will improve the existing facilities at the current Norma Lloyd Park, expand Lazier Field (an under-equipped, but very well-used football field), and add impressive site improvements to the surrounding campus. Park plans include a splash park, a multi-purpose soccer field, open air amphitheatre, basketball courts, park pavilion, walking trails, picnic areas, and newly constructed community center. Construction began in the summer of 2007 with the initiation of construction of a concession stand/press box. The CCRA in partnership with the city of Bradenton has received two $200,000 FRDP grants from the State of Florida. This park improvement project is an exciting development for the district—a good park is an incredible asset for any neighborhood, and the facilities this park will boast once completed will provide a pleasant, attractive, and well-equipped gathering place for the community. This project will serve as an example to public and private partnerships with participation from the State of Florida, Manatee County, City of Bradenton, Central CRA, United Community Center, and Just for Girls Inc.