Kern County marked the official opening of its first county-designated pocket park on Oct. 10 at Fuller Acres Park, Fourth District Supervisor David Couch and Kern County General Services said on the program Around Kern County.

The park transforms what had been an underused vacant lot into a small community hub with a playground for toddlers and youth, outdoor fitness equipment, shaded picnic areas with benches, and accessible walkways designed for all ages. County officials and community members attended an unveiling ceremony and a brief celebration.

County staff said the project required land acquisition and coordination among departments and partners to complete. The county credited local residents and partner agencies for contributing to the park's development.

The segment noted the park is intended as a place for neighbors to gather, play and connect; Fuller Acres Park and the new pocket park are presented as part of the county's ongoing efforts to expand neighborhood amenities.