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County clarifies Weekwick Park upgrades, approves park grants and zoo contracts
Summary
County Parks presented multiple contract awards and grants including Branch Brook Park pedestrian safety ($1.375M) and Riverbank Park ($400K); staff clarified that Weekwick Park’s baseball field will be upgraded (not newly constructed), the walking track will be repaired in spring, and permit lists mainly reflect local organizations.
The Essex County Board approved a set of parks contracts and accepted state grants while county staff responded to community concerns about Weekwick and Valesburg parks.
Joshua Zeitz of County Parks summarized awards and grants including a $1,375,000 Department of Community Affairs grant for Branch Brook Park pedestrian safety upgrades and a $400,000 grant for Riverbank Park playground and safety improvements. "We're in the…
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