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Jackson County seeks grants to upgrade pavilion accessibility, playground and trails at North Sand Mountain Park
Summary
Park staff told commissioners they will apply for several grants — including an AARP opportunity, T‑Mobile Hometown Grant and a community ‘Wishes’ grant referenced in the materials — to pay for pavilion accessibility work, new playground equipment and an accessible trail. Deadlines for the referenced grants fall between March 5 and April 18.
Park staff asked the Jackson County Commission for permission to apply for several grants to fund accessibility and facility upgrades at the county park commonly referred to in meeting materials as North Sand Mountain Park.
Scope of projects: Staff described three priority projects: repairs and accessibility upgrades to the main pavilion (including roof work, walking surfaces, apron and restroom updates), purchase and installation of playground equipment to broaden rental appeal, and paving about 750 feet of an interior trail to create an…
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