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Resolution Authorizing Grant Application for National Recreation and Park Association "Meet Me at the Park-Play Spaces Grant" for the Brightwood Neighborhood Park
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Department: Parks and Recreation
Council District: District 2
Public Hearing: No
Advertising Date/By:
Contact 1 and Phone: Nasha McCray, 373-2964
Contact 2 and Phone: Shawna Tillery, 373-7808
PURPOSE:
The Parks and Recreation Department seeks to apply for a $30,000 National Recreation and Parks "Meet Me at the Park-Play Spaces Grant" for the Brightwood Neighborhood Park. The Meet Me at the Park-Play Spaces Grant requires a dollar-for-dollar match of $30,000, which is included in the Brightwood Neighborhood Park development's existing project budget. City Council approval is required for this matching grant, which has an application deadline of March 1, 2018. If the grant is awarded, the funding would be utilized for the Brightwood Neighborhood Park existing project plans as recommended by neighborhood input.
BACKGROUND:
In 2006, the City Council approved the purchase of 4698 Fewell Rd. for the development of a passive tree preserve with walking trails and a small naturalistic play area for children. The 2006 bond package included funds for the development of the Brightwood Neighborhood Park. In January 2017, a Community Conversation was held by the Parks and Recreation Department regarding the development of the park, which included a presentation to community residents on the intended improvements. Storm damage is completed and the second site plan approval is currently being finalized through TRC. The Meet Me at the Park-Play Spaces Grant would provide additional funding for the project and focus a portion on play features for children ages 4-11.
BUDGET IMPACT: If the grant is awarded the match will be appropriated from the Parks and Recreation bond funds.
RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED: The Parks and Recreation Department requests City Council approval and adoption of...
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