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Harry Rediger

Mayor's Corner: Harry Rediger

Cape Girardeau Mayor Harry Rediger is one of three local mayors writing weekly columns for the Southeast Missourian.

City parks and recreation -- a valauble community asset

Thursday, July 7, 2016

I have visited and used several of our parks recently and thus elected to use this venue to highlight one of our most valuable assets. Our community quality of life is greatly enhanced by our expansive parks and recreation system. Many do not realize Cape Girardeau has 23 parks that cover over 662 acres. They are very well maintained and offer numerous amenities. I would encourage our citizens to use our city website to learn more about our park system.

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