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Carlisle approves application for ODNR NatureWorks grant to upgrade Lyons Park
Summary
Council adopted Resolution 17‑25 authorizing the city manager to apply for an Ohio Department of Natural Resources NatureWorks grant to repave a parking lot, add an ADA path and install new playground equipment at Lyons Park; project cost $75,788 with a 25% city match of $18,947.
The City of Carlisle council voted to authorize the city manager to apply for an Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) NatureWorks grant to pay for Lyons Park improvements, including paving the parking lot, installing an ADA‑accessible path and purchasing and installing new playground equipment.
City staff described the total project cost as $75,788 with a required 25% city match of $18,947. Staff noted the grant competition is countywide; Miss Garris said the city applied last year but lost to Waynesville and that Warren County communities compete for a limited pool of funds. Council approved suspending the three‑reading rule, declared an emergency and adopted Resolution 17‑25 by roll call.
Council asked about reimbursement timing; staff said they did not have a clear timeline for state reimbursement. The resolution authorizes the manager to submit the application with the stated match if awarded. No additional city appropriation was approved at the meeting beyond authorizing the application.
