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Milford council adopts state grant agreement for Deep Creek Branch park amid resident opposition
Summary
Milford City Council on June 9 adopted a resolution authorizing the city to accept state Open Recreation and Parks Trust (ORPT) grant funds for the proposed Deep Creek Branch Park and directed the mayor to sign the grant contract required by the state.
Milford City Council on June 9 adopted a resolution authorizing the city to accept state Open Recreation and Parks Trust (ORPT) grant funds for the proposed Deep Creek Branch Park and directed the mayor to sign the grant contract required by the state.
The vote allows the city to secure a reimbursable grant to help pay for planning and construction of a multiuse park at the Deep Creek Branch site. Brad Dennehy, Milford’s parks and recreation director, told council the grant requires language ensuring the land remain open space while the state contract is in effect and that the award is reimbursable, meaning the city must approve specific spending before receiving state…
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