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Ridgecrest's Leroy Jackson Park upgraded with ARPA funds, officials say
Summary
Officials celebrated improvements at Leroy Jackson Park in Ridgecrest funded by American Rescue Plan Act money; upgrades include shaded play structure, improved safety surfacing and accessible walkways and parking.
Ridgecrest city leaders and Kern County officials marked improvements at Leroy Jackson Park this month, the county’s public segment reported. The upgrades were funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, county officials said.
Improvements include a new shaded play structure, upgraded safety play surfaces and improved accessible walkways and parking designed to make the park more usable for children and visitors with mobility needs.
Why it matters: The use of ARPA funds for local recreational improvements is part of federal pandemic-relief spending that communities have allocated for capital projects, health and economic recovery. City and county leaders said the upgrades create a more enjoyable park experience for all visitors.
The report did not name the Ridgecrest mayor or provide the exact ARPA allocation amount for this specific project.
