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Garfield council authorizes Green Acres grant application for ADA playground at Garden Court East
Summary
The council voted to authorize submission of a Green Acres 'Jake’s Playground' application for an ADA-accessible playground at Garden Court East, seeking $510,000 toward a projected $680,000 project; council approved the resolution by roll call.
The Garfield Mayor and Council voted to authorize the submission of a Green Acres Program application for an ADA-accessible playground at Garden Court East.
Mayor Garo presented details of the application, saying the project cost is estimated at $680,000 and the city is applying for $510,000. The proposal, described to council as a "Jake's playground" application, focuses on ADA compliance and requires additional public engagement as part of the competitive grant process.
A motion to authorize submission was offered by Councilmember Regoso and seconded by Deputy Mayor Raymond. On roll call the motion carried; recorded votes in the transcript include affirmative votes by Deputy Mayor Kane, Deputy Mayor Raymond and Mayor Garo.
Why it matters: If awarded, the grant would fund rubberized safety surfacing and ADA-compliant playground equipment, increasing accessible recreation options in a part of the city that currently lacks multiple accessible structures. City staff noted the application may be scaled back if the full amount is not awarded.
Next steps: Council opened the required public hearing for the grant application and solicited public input as part of the application process. The city will continue outreach required by the Green Acres application; if awarded, staff will return with implementation details and potential match requirements.
