Piedmont Park's future needs your input

• Community input during that process will "ensure the park reflects the needs of its more than six million annual visitors," the organization said.

Driving the news: A public input session will be held from 9am to 1pm Saturday, Feb. 8, at Dockside in Piedmont Park.

Zoom in: Draft projects include a new boardwalk circling Lake Clara Meer, new connections to the Atlanta Beltline and completing the park's expansion to Piedmont Avenue and Monroe Drive, according to Urbanize.

What they're saying: "Community feedback is essential in shaping Piedmont Park's future, ensuring it remains a vibrant and accessible space for all," said Piedmont Park Conservancy president and CEO Doug Widener.

State of play: Saturday's gathering will be one of the last in-person sessions the Conservancy will host to collect feedback.

• The next session will be held 9am to 1pm Sunday, Feb. 16, at Dockside.
• Virtual sessions are set for 1–2pm Saturday, Feb. 22, and 6–7pm Wednesday, Feb. 26.
• You can also give input using the online interactive platform through March 8.

What's next: The new comprehensive plan will be released at the 28th Annual Landmark Luncheon, the conservancy's largest fundraising event.