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East Allen board approves Grace Industries bid for Jacksonville Park court project
Summary
The township board approved awarding a contract to Grace Industries for renovation of the Jacksonville Park court (basketball and added pickleball) after bids came in well below the initial $275,000 estimate; the board also discussed adding a dedication placard recognizing community donors and volunteers.
The East Allen Township Board voted to award the Jacksonville Park court renovation contract to Grace Industries, the low bidder, after staff reported that the project design added a pickleball court to the existing basketball court at 6400 Jacksonville Road. The bid amount read into the record was $27,577.74; the staff presentation noted the original project estimate was $275,000 and the award is subject to the bidder meeting all contract criteria.
Board members discussed recognizing the park's history as part of the renovation. Multiple members suggested adding signage or a placard acknowledging the residents who built and dedicated the original court in 1984; the record referenced local contributors mentioned in historical notes (including the Bryants and individuals named in local materials). Members asked staff to include a dedication plan as part of the project close-out.
The motion to award the bid was made and seconded and approved by roll call. Staff and members emphasized that the award remains contingent on Grace Industries meeting bid specifications and compliance requirements before contract execution. The board did not set a construction start date in the meeting; staff will return with procurement paperwork and compliance confirmations.
