Despite living in a hyper-connected internet world, connecting with others is often difficult to accomplish in the physical world. But the availability of parks and recreation centers can change that, removing friction that sometimes prevents people from bonding and creating new memories. 

That’s why the August opening of the Chandler Park Fieldhouse was significant. The domed facility features a turf sports field, track, multi-sports court, fitness area, lockers and showers. 

Why exactly do recreation centers allow people to connect? And, what is the city doing to construct more of them? 

Detroit’s General Services Director Crystal Perkins joined Robyn Vincent to discuss.

 

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