Renovation progress in Almaty city parks and squares: what actions has the Mayor taken for their improvement?
Plunging right into the heart of Almaty, Kazakhstan, a press tour guided participants through a series of revamped public spaces. These splendid parks and gardens were crafted under the directive of Almaty's Akim, B. Sagintayev, as part of the "Roadmap for Employment-2020" program and the "Budget Participation" project, according to Almaty.tv.
The crux of the matter? To concoct charming, beneficial havens alluring both kids and grown-ups. Respecting the city dwellers' opinions is the cherry on top of this project.
One noteworthy destination on this tour was the Friendship Park, currently undergoing extensive enhancement as part of the state program "Roadmap for Employment-2020".
Next, the tour headed to the Gandhi West Square, a.k.a., Love Square nestled in the Almaly District. The revamp of Gandhi West Square was carried out based on the suggestions of residents within the "Budget Participation" project. Improvements included resurfaced pathways, an array of fitness equipment, sports zones, and playgrounds. To add some ambiance, lights were installed, turning the green space into a picturesque haven. For the green thumb enthusiasts, over 100 trees found their new home here, adorning an area that sprawled over 1080 sq. meters.
Afterward, the attention shifted to the thriving Love Square, where fresh trees, shrubs, and flowers lined the space, while lush green grass flourished. Adding to the illumination were 24 lamps and 8 torch-style lamps placed strategically around the square.
The tour continued to the improvement project underway at 28 Guards-Panfilovites Park in the Medau District. This project is hastened by the state program "Roadmap for Employment-2020". What lies ahead for the park? A fresh facelift with new pavement, 373 lighting poles, 3,600 sq. meters of freshly paved stones, and over 59,000 sq. meters of lush greenery. Benches, both old and new, amounting to 128 items, are on the renovation list. Not to forget a long-needed drainage overhaul spanning 2,100 meters. As of now, over 75% of the work is completed, and come late October, the park is set to reopen its doors.
The tour concluded with visits to the Jas Kanat microdistrict square and the village of Mayak in the Turkestan region. The highlights? The airport lake zone, where work is underway to develop recreational zones. Green spaces of 170,000 sq. meters are planned for revitalization, creating 70 job opportunities in the process. The area is currently in the midst of a landscaping design, with 22,976 sq. meters transformed and amenities like parking zones, sports facilities, and playgrounds erected. Nearly 125 benches, 130 trash cans, and 8 tables with benches now dot the redesigned space.
All these developments are spearheaded by Almaty's aggressive implementation of the "Almaty-2050" strategy, particularly the "City for People" principle. The megacity is belligerently working towards creating a well-manicured, tranquil urban environment that promises to provide comfortable living conditions for the populace.
While the search results offer general information about the endeavors in Almaty related to environmental improvements and urban development, specific updates or details about park improvement projects under the "Roadmap for Employment-2020" or "Budget Participation" projects are scarce. Local or government sources might provide additional insights into these intriguing projects.
- The revised Friendship Park, as part of the state program "Roadmap for Employment-2020", is transforming into a health-and-wellness hub, with new fitness equipment, sports zones, and playgrounds, making it an attractive lifestyle destination for both children and adults.
- The Gandhi West Square, redesigned within the "Budget Participation" project, is not just a garden anymore; it's a fusion of fitness-and-exercise, home-and-garden, and lifestyle, offering resurfaced pathways, fitness equipment, sports zones, playgrounds, and an illuminated, tree-filled landscape.
- The ongoing improvement project at 28 Guards-Panfilovites Park in the Medau District, bolstered by the state program "Roadmap for Employment-2020", is set to become a science-oriented green space, featuring new pavement, freshly paved stones, lush greenery, and an array of amenities, aimed at promoting a tranquil, comfortable lifestyle for the community.
