COLUMBIA, MO (March 29, 2011) -

Columbia Parks and Recreation is hosting a public planning meeting for the new Maplewood Barn in Nifong Park. The former barn was destroyed by fire in April 2010.

 The meeting will be held from 6-8 p.m. on April 14 at the Activity & Recreation Center (ARC).  Interested parties may drop in at any time during the meeting to view the proposed barn and offer their input. No formal presentation is planned.

 Comments or questions may also be submitted via email to Park Planner Toney Lowery at ajlowery@GoColumbiaMO.com. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 874-7460.