Mayor says Washington Wheels Park drew nearly 5,000 at the ribbon-cutting and now averages about 2,000 daily

The mayor said the recently opened Washington Wheels Park drew nearly 5,000 people at its ribbon-cutting about a month ago and now averages about 2,000 visitors a day, citing skate bowls, a pump track and a bike track as key draws. "It was an awesome event," the mayor said.

The park, the mayor said, is more than a wheels facility: it includes playground equipment, pavilion and picnic areas and what he called "probably the best splash pad in the state," which he presented as an attraction for families of all ages. Visitors use skateboards, rollerblades, scooters and bikes across multiple features, he said.

The mayor noted morning attendance is lower while school is in session but expects the park to be busy by late afternoon and evening when children are out of school. He described the new site as a regional park that serves both individuals and families and encouraged residents to enjoy the amenity.

The mayor closed the update by saying he will provide more updates next month.