The city of Gluckstadt issued the following statement.
The City of Gluckstadt is proud to announce a partnership with the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation through the awarding of a generous grant supporting the construction of Gluckstadt’s very first community park. This exciting investment represents far more than the development of recreational space, it reflects a shared commitment to creating spaces that promote the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of Gluckstadt families for generations to come.
The goal of the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation to promote healthy living and create opportunities for Mississippians to thrive aligns closely with the City of Gluckstadt’s vision for building a vibrant, connected, and healthy community. The Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation has long championed initiatives that encourage healthier lifestyles, stronger communities, and increased opportunities for Mississippians to thrive through physical activity, wellness education, and access to healthy environments. The future park will serve as a place where children can play, families can gather, neighbors can connect, and the community can enjoy the many benefits of spending time outdoors. By investing in Gluckstadt’s first community park, the Foundation is helping create a place where residents of all ages and ability can enjoy walking trails, green space, family gatherings, a state- of-the-art playground and splashpad, an outdoor fitness area, and meaningful time spent outdoors. The 26,000 square foot outdoor recreational area will boast 43 pieces of contemporary inclusive play equipment, with rubber safety surfacing and shading systems. Research consistently shows that access to parks and recreational spaces improves overall community health outcomes, reduces stress, encourages active lifestyles, and strengthens social connections among families and neighbors. This partnership highlights the importance of proactive investments in preventative health and wellness creating opportunities for residents of all ages to unplug, enjoy sunshine and fresh air, stay active, and build healthier habits in a safe and welcoming environment. “We are incredibly grateful to the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation for believing in Gluckstadt and sharing in our vision for a healthier community,” said Mayor Morrison. “This park will become a lasting asset for our residents and visitors alike, a place where memories are made, healthy habits are encouraged, and families can enjoy time together for years to come.” “With a vision for a healthy Mississippi, the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation is proud of its partnership with the City of Gluckstadt to support the city’s first 21st century park,” said Eugenia King, Foundation Director. “Enhancing community health and wellness by creating spaces that encourage healthy lifestyles for all ages ensures Mississippians have access to the resources needed to thrive and develop life-long positive habits about health and well- being.” The City expresses heartfelt gratitude to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen for their leadership, vision, and continued support in helping make this transformational community project a reality. Their dedication to investing in the quality of life of Gluckstadt residents continues to pave the way for meaningful growth and lasting opportunities for the community. Additionally, the City recognizes the invaluable contributions of Public Works Director Chris Buckner, Executive Assistant Amber Trotter, Planning and Zoning Director Caine Dearman, City Clerk and Grant Administrator Lindsay Kellum, and Assistant City Clerk and Co-Grant Administrator Scott Maugh, as well as consultants Andy McCrory and Ron McMaster, Jr., whose expertise, guidance, and countless hours of work have helped bring this vision to life. Their collaborative efforts and shared commitment to the future of Gluckstadt have played a critical role in achieving this important goal. The addition of the city’s first park marks another historic milestone in Gluckstadt’s continued progress and dedication to creating a thriving community for all. The Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation has a vision for a healthy Mississippi and provides leadership and targeted grant funding for sustainable initiatives and programs to improve the overall health and well-being of Mississippians. Learn more about the Foundation’s partnerships at www.healthiermississippi.org. Additional details regarding park features, construction timelines, and future community celebrations will be announced as the project progresses. The City of Gluckstadt looks forward to sharing updates as planning and development move forward.
30 comments:
Oh, I thought it would be funded with traffic tickets from their new founded Police Dept. Lord knows they have the revenue for it.
Oh boy! I'm sure that the surrounding neighborhoods will be able to walk to it right??
Gluckstadt is the most piss poor suburb ever. 0 planning. and I know most of it is the county's fault but it is such a miserable area. Bumper to bumper traffic, shitty roads, chain food joints galore, cookie cutter car-oriented housing. Only redeeming factor is the Sullivan's grocery. Every town needs a Sullivan's.
Where will the park be located within the city?
Google reveals that it will be across from Rick's Pro Truck
The cities only get a small portion of a ticket.
Ah, that's what all the $1,000 tint violation citations are for.
The playground equipment will be inclusive. That's really important. //roll eyes//
"Community Park"? 26000 sf is just a tad over 1/2 acre -- barely larger than a residential lot. Hard to imagine how you fit walking trails, green space, family gathering space plus all the other stuff they mentioned into such a footprint. Nice I suppose but large schools and churches have a larger area for recreation for kids & families.
Fancy Pearl gets a park. Neat.
They don't have enough space to build anything meaningful or plan something. They have limited space.
You can blame a certain engineer and his friends for the layout. There was one road the county was expanding. One side was pretty much vacant, one side had homes. The original designed called for placing the extra lanes on the side of the homes, taking away part of their property. After they raised hell...... change order!
Those are pretext stops to discover felonies.
It’s a playground. Not a park.
Who cares, yall dumbasses still elected a coonass with a GED as justice court judge.
4:18 Read it, everything says it's a Park.
G’stadt will be taken over by canton in 15 years….it’s so shittily designed. Make fun of Mary all you want….Madison the city was how to do it….
That’s what I’m thinking
I miss the old days when
Gluckstadt was only an unincorporated little community of descendants of the original German farmers.
They had a cool historic church and a great "Octoberfest" style German festival once a year.
This "new town" is an embarrassment to the original folks that choose to move to that part of Madison County over a century ago.
The greedy county board members ruined the area.
6:54 for today's win.
It's actually a decent size 'city playground'. If you're standing on the goal line of a football field, train your eyes on the 50 yard line and add 4 yards. 54 yards square is the rough size of this planned venue.
Good thing they incorporated - Gerald Steen would never have allowed it unless it included one of his convenience stores with diesel pumps.
Not originally from here. Have lived all over. And Gluckstadt is the single ugliest town I’ve ever seen.
Writing tickets is ALL Gluckstadt police know how to do. They certainly can’t clear an accident scene; they need Madison County Sheriff Department for that while they stand around and watch!
I'm guessing the BCBS donation must be toward a portion of the park - e.g., playground portion. A 2/25/26 Madison County Journal article reported the city was gifted 20 acres toward building the park. Also, per a Governor Reeves press release, the Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund awarded the Gluckstadt Community Park $1,527,592 in Jan. 2026. --> https://www.onlinemadison.com/gluckstadt-journal/gluckstadt-hires-madison-firm-to-design-first-city-park-807b1835
Gluckstadt serves as a good example as to the need of zoning regulations and a good architectural review board. Getting off at the interstate you are surrounded by the "butts" of buildings, exposed parapets/roofs and the cheapest buildings money can buy, all shoehorned into lots without so much as a thought for the future. It will unfortunately be multiple decades before this blight can be reversed.
It's way too late for that. Can't close the barn door two years after the horses high-tailed it and expect to round them up.
Steen, Griffin and Banks ruined the overall plan for this entire area and the (now) city of Gluckstadt had nothing to do with it. That outlaw trio ought to be strung up.
And the Planning and Zoning Commission had a lot to do with recommending every brick that was laid before incorporation.
Lake Caroline incorporate before it’s too late, do want to become canton or gluckstadt, you control your destiny.
Agree with 12:32. Gluckstadt is ugly. Mostly fast food and convenience stores. Sullivans is the best place to shop.
Terrible roads. Poorly designed years ago.
What the hell is 'car oriented housing'?
What school district is Lake Caroline in?
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