Four neighborhood parks to get upgraded playgrounds, pickleball courts this summer

This summer, four neighborhood parks in Salem will get upgrades including new pickleball courts, water fountains, and playground equipment among other amenities.

Improvements at Hoover, Highland, Livingston, and Morningside parks are scheduled thanks to the infrastructure bond tax measure passed by Salem voters in 2022.

These specific projects were picked with guidance from a city steering committee, a news release from the city said.

“We would like to again thank our voters for supporting the 2022 Safety and Livability Bond and thank our community members for their input in this process,” said Salem City Councilor Micki Varney in a statement. She also serves as a liaison for the Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.

“Maintaining our public infrastructure is essential to a thrivin