Democracy in Action - Naming North Tract

Arlington is building this super cool, super huge park, fitness facility, and aquatics center over near Crystal City. It's going to rock!

And now the County is in the process of naming this park the park and they really want feedback.

Personally, I say if it's got a corny name, but great stuff, I'll still go. If it's got a great name, and lousy stuff, I'm not so enthused.

That beings said, I know there are a lot of people out there who are more creative than I am, so maybe you have some thoughts?

Tell Arlington what you think. Click here to let your voice be heard.

Personally, of the options, I like Crysalis Park or Connexus Point. They're memorable, and ripe for good nicknames. What do you think?

The Perfect Recreation Center?

Construction on the much anticipated North Tract athletic complex is set to begin next spring.

So, I know I'm in the field and kind of a geek about this stuff, but seriously, this is exciting.

When all is said and done, the facility will include 4 synthetic rectangular fields, and elevated walkway around the fields, a large fitness complex and an aquatics center. For now, the first phase will just include the outdoor stuff - fields and walkways. You can read more about the concept plans here.

So, this got me thinking. What makes the perfect recreation center? What does it include? Soccer? Basketball? Fitness? Underwater basket weaving? You tell me. What do you think? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.