After nearly 70 years of division caused by the construction of I-35, a massive undertaking to mend both a physical and economic divide in Oak Cliff is nearing completion. The park, now known as Halperin Park, will officially open soon thanks to a generous donation from the Halperin Foundation.
Nearly 70 years after the construction of I-35 ripped through Oak Cliff , a massive undertaking to mend both a physical and economic divide is crossing the finish line.“This is a park that has had some skepticism. It's been hard.
“It has the potential to reunite a community that was torn apart by the highway, and I think it will really improve the area,” he said.
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