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Posted on: March 9, 2023

Clayton Earth Day Clean Up

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Help us celebrate Earth Day in Clayton, NC on Saturday, April 22! Let's work together to clean up our roadways, parks, greenways, neighborhoods, and open spaces.

To sign up to participate in this event, use the online registration form.

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Posted on: December 9, 2022

Clayton Riverwalk on the Neuse Greenway Bridge Replacements

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The Town of Clayton is excited to announce that the three bridges located along the Clayton Riverwalk on the Neuse Greenway near Riverwood will be replaced next year.

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Posted on: September 30, 2022

Clayton Youth Council Launches Community Service Initiative

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Clayton Youth Council members from Johnston County high schools have committed to volunteering 1,000 hours by the end of the 2022-2023 school year through their community service initiative, “The Art of Coming Together.”  

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Posted on: July 29, 2022

A Deep Dive into the Municipal Park Splash Pad

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Municipal Park re-opened in early July 2022 and unveiled the Town of Clayton’s first splash pad. This highly anticipated feature provides the community with a unique play experience that is inclusive, thoughtfully designed, and refreshingly fun....

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Posted on: July 18, 2022

Municipal Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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The official Municipal Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held on Monday, July 18, 2022. Clayton Parks and Recreation extends many thanks everyone who helped bring this project to life and is excited to share this space with the community.

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Posted on: November 22, 2016

Municipal Park Ground Breaking

Municipal Park Ground Breaking

On December 9, 2021, Clayton Parks and Recreation officially broke ground on the new Municipal Park. The park is being renovated by Balfour Beatty and is scheduled to be completed by Summer 2022.It will feature a brand-new playground, splash pad, two new ...
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Posted on: November 22, 2016

Dean Penny receives the Larry Bailey Award

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Congratulations to Dean Penny for receiving the Larry Bailey Award on behalf of the Clayton Community Recreation Foundation. 

Mr. Penny has been on the Clayton Community Recreation Foundation board for over 15 years and is the forerunner for the C...

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Posted on: November 22, 2016

Proposed Municipal Park improvements

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On Wednesday, November 10, a special Town Council meeting was held to address the proposed Municipal Park improvements and the progress of Clayton's Parks and Recreation Bond. 

Here are two images that were presented to Council during the...

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