Accept $75,000 grant to build fitness zone at MLK Park
$75,000
Resolution Resolution No. 12-18
In Plain English
The city received a $75,000 grant to add outdoor exercise equipment at Martin Luther King Jr. Park. The Trust for Public Land will partner with Richmond to build the fitness zone as part of a larger wellness trail project. If approved, residents get free outdoor gym equipment in the park.
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Votes
Approve consent calendar
7 to 0
Themes From Comments
3 people raised 1 topic (3 spoke at the meeting)
Community Participation in Park Fitness Zone Project
3 spokeThree speakers expressed their desire to participate in the construction of a fitness zone in Martin Luther King Jr. Park.
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