I have to say that I hope the new nomenclature for Decatur Rec–Decatur Active Living–and the moving of the youth sports venues to the new high school facility don’t mean a move away from Decatur’s commitment to youth sports, camps, and after school programs. I credit Decatur Rec for the sense of unity and community among families in Decatur no matter what the race, religion, ethnic group, or income level. It’s a warm, safe place for kids to hang out whether they are latch key kids or kids needing peer interaction or kids in search of sports. I worry that the CSD facilities will be more restricted because of liability issues and less of a safe hangout for evenings, weekends, and summers. The old Decatur Rec and its marquee may have been a bit dated and dowdy but they were the heart and soul of Decatur for many families from all parts of town.