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East Grand Rapids recommended for $500,000 LWCF grant to advance Waterfront Park Phase 2
Summary
City staff told the Parks & Recreation Commission the DNR recommended a $500,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Phase 2 of Waterfront Park, which staff says will fund wetland restoration, sustainable trails, an outdoor classroom and interpretive signage; EGLE permitting and community engagement will shape design and timing.
The Parks & Recreation Commission learned on Jan. 26 that the city was recommended for a $500,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant to support Phase 2 of Waterfront Park.
“We did get the, and I say recommended for funding … $500,000 for the phase 2 of Waterfront Park,” Speaker 2 told commissioners, describing the award as the largest of three grants the city applied for. He said the grant will fund wetland restoration, native-tree plantings, sustainable accessible trails and potential boardwalks, overlook decks, an outdoor classroom and interpretive signage.
Why it matters: the LWCF award carries conditions.…
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