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Linden council approves resolution to seek Green Acres funding for James Dobson Park improvements
Summary
The Linden City Council unanimously approved a resolution to apply to the New Jersey DEP Green Acres program to fund improvements to James Dobson Park, including new playgrounds, courts and an accessible walking path. Residents praised the plan but raised questions about the city match, cost estimates and project oversight.
The Linden City Council voted to approve Resolution 20-26-146 authorizing an application to the New Jersey Department of Environmental ProtectionGreen Acres program for improvements to James Dobson Park.
Keith Prese, the city's director of parks and recreation, told the council the city is seeking a Green Acres grant request of $1,100,000 and that the concept-plan preliminary cost estimate for the overall project is roughly $2.2—2.3 million. "We are applying for a 50% match that Green Acres will allow," Prese said, adding that the city has some capital on hand and would phase the work if full funds are not available.
The project scope described by Prese includes reconstruction of athletic courts; two playgrounds (for ages 2—5 and 5—12); new outdoor…
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