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Essex Junction parks director outlines grants, staffing changes and plan to study a community center
Summary
The city's recreation department reported recent grants and staffing changes and sought council direction on whether to pursue a gym or larger community center; councilors asked staff for a comprehensive facilities study and noted cost and timing concerns.
Essex Junction Recreation & Parks Director Brad updated the City Council on grant awards, staffing changes and planning work for possible new gym or community center space, and he asked the council to weigh how large a capital effort the city should pursue.
The department reported an awarded Land and Water Conservation Fund grant described in the packet as "approximately $500,000" with a 50/50 match, plans to begin construction in June 2026 on park redevelopment work at Cascade (which could require closing the park for a season), and a separate coaches grant for staff training. Brad also summarized hires and personnel changes in licensed child care and seasonal staffing.
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