The Robert H. Barnes Park came to be because of a few original homeowners in Lake Heather Oaks. The builder deeded the property to the new homeowners’ association about a year after the first houses were built. But it was the diligence of homeowner Robert Barnes that facilitated the successful transfer of the property.
To honor his hard work, the LHO Board named the newly acquired park after him. Over the years, Mr. Barnes maintained the tennis courts (now the open recreational field), saw to the construction of the basketball court, helped with the landscaping and worked to have the restrooms added.
After his passing, Phil Neely volunteered to assume the responsibility of “keeper of the park”. He faithfully unlocked the gates each day and took care of all park maintenance. He continued in this role for many years. Since that time, many of you have pitched in and helped with “park work days”. Others have spent hours repairing broken equipment, painting over graffiti, cleaning up around the pond, and working with playground equipment companies to improve the park.
Barnes Park is truly the heart of our community.
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All park reservations can be made by sending an email to LakeHeatherOaksHOA@gmail.com with all pertinent information. There are no costs associated with reserving the pavilion, but a waiver must be signed. You are responsible for cleaning up after the event. If the event is not cleaned up properly or damage is done to the property you will be held accountable.