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CPC subcommittee proposes pivot to a playground assessment to prioritize school projects

Norwood Community Preservation Committee · January 15, 2026
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Summary

After subcommittee review of multiple school playground applications, the committee urged a shift from multiple construction requests to a single assessment and prioritization study to determine condition, ADA needs and a multi‑year plan; schools, facilities and PTO reps will revise applications accordingly before Town Meeting.

Committee members reported follow‑up meetings with school officials and PTA representatives and described a recommended change in approach for multiple playground applications.

Members said the scope and cost of playground construction have increased substantially and that individual PTOs cannot shoulder the expense. The subcommittee…

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