By Cindy Peterson
City of Fruitland Park Celebrates New Public Works Facility
The City of Fruitland Park hit a significant milestone in its growth with the inauguration of a new Public Works Facility. To mark the occasion, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Monday at 2601 Spring Lake Road in Fruitland Park, and was attended by officials, members of the City of Fruitland Park Commission, and members of the community.
The construction of the new facility represented the City’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its residents and enhancing the efficiency of public services. As part of the celebration, attendees had the opportunity to participate in a guided tour of the state-of-the-art facility, gaining insight into the operations and capabilities of the Public Works Department.
The decision to construct a new facility was prompted by the realization that the department’s current building, erected in 1979, had become outdated and inadequate to meet the demands of the growing community. The new facility provided modern amenities and infrastructure necessary to support the City’s ongoing development and ensured the delivery of high-quality services to residents.
Originally from the small town of Berryville, Arkansas, Cindy has become a multimedia specialist in journalism, photography, videography, and video editing. She has a B.S. in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas and produces Style Magazine's Sports Hub Podcast and the Healthy Living Podcast. She also produces for Beacon College’s Telly Award-winning PBS show, “A World of Difference.” When she isn’t working, Cindy loves traveling the National Parks with her husband , Ryan, and son, David, photographing wildlife.