When work could begin on the new, multimillion-dollar youth sports complex in Gainesville - Gainesville Times

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When work could begin on the new, multimillion-dollar youth sports complex in Gainesville

Melvin Cooper speaks during an interview at the Gainesville Civic Center on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018. Cooper retired after 47 years working for the city and 30 years as parks director. - photo by Austin Steele

10152018 COOPER 001.JPG — Melvin Cooper speaks during an interview at the Gainesville Civic Center on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018. Cooper retired after 47 years working for the city and 30 years as parks director. - photo by Austin Steele

Construction is set to begin in mid-2021 on a multimillion-dollar youth sports complex that should open its doors in Gainesville about 18 months after that, according to Gainesville parks officials.