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Meigs Park project moving forward as pavilion, restroom facilities take shape in Niceville

The City of Niceville shared construction progress photos showing pavilion and restroom structures taking shape at the park.

Jared Williams

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Construction is progressing on the all-inclusive playground and Miracle League field at Meigs Park in Niceville, with the City of Niceville sharing photos on July 16 showing pavilion areas and restroom facilities that have taken full form.

The city said covered spaces and ADA amenities are now in place at the site, adding that the project is on track for completion by the end of this calendar year.

“We can’t wait to all play together at Meigs Park,” the city said in its update.

The project is a joint effort between the City of Niceville and Okaloosa County, which entered into an interlocal agreement on Jan. 16, 2024, to transform Meigs Park into an ADA Miracle League style facility.

When completed, the park will include a pavilion with a concession stand and quiet room, a bathroom facility, a 6,180-square-foot playground area, a Miracle League baseball field, a large multi-purpose field, an 8-foot quarter-mile walking track and a basketball/volleyball court.

The Okaloosa Board of County Commissioners approved a $468,321.95 purchase order to GameTime for playground structures, safety surfacing, sail shades, benches and installation in October 2025. The board previously approved $372,110 for engineering and architectural services with Mott MacDonald in March 2024.

The project is funded by a combination of a $1.25 million grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, up to $750,000 from the county’s Tourist Development District funds, and contributions from the City of Niceville.

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