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County approves $435,000 Open Space grant for ADA playground in North Plainfield
Summary
The Somerset County Board approved a grant from the county Open Space Trust to North Plainfield Borough for an ADA-accessible playground at Greenacres Park, not to exceed $435,000, by roll call vote on the consent agenda.
The Somerset County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing a grant to North Plainfield Borough from the Somerset County Open Space Trust for development of an ADA-accessible playground at Greenacres Park, for a total not to exceed $435,000.
Commissioners commented in support of the project during the brief discussion; one commissioner called the playground "a great thing" and said it was "really, really needed by the borough." The resolution was motioned, seconded and then passed by roll call; the transcript records affirmative votes from Commissioner Drake, Commissioner Sui and Deputy Director Morano.
Why it matters: the county Open Space Trust grant funds local park improvements that increase recreational access and accessibility for residents with disabilities.
Details: the resolution as read authorizes the grant amount (not to exceed $435,000) to the Borough of North Plainfield for development of an ADA playground at Greenacres Park. The motion to approve was moved and seconded on the record before the roll call vote.
Next steps: with the grant authorized, North Plainfield may proceed with project design and construction steps consistent with the grant agreement and any county requirements described in the resolution.
