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Town and Country approves Municipal Park Grant application after debate over $500,000 project
Summary
The board voted 5–2 to authorize a grant application to renovate Preservation Park (rough project cost about $500,000) with a city match of roughly $51,000; some aldermen expressed concern about the decision timing and long-term liability for a proposed bike playground.
The Town and Country Board of Aldermen voted on Aug. 26 to authorize the director of arts and recreation to apply for a Municipal Park Grant to renovate Preservation Park, carrying the resolution 5–2 on a roll call.
Alderman Quintella said she was uncomfortable approving what she described as "a half a million dollar investment" on an expedited schedule ahead of the board’s October retreat. Quintella and other members raised concerns about the timeline, potential liability and whether the…
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