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Volunteers recap Francisco Park grand opening, seek PART F and T‑Mobile grants for shelters and trails
Summary
Park volunteers told commissioners the Francisco Park grand opening was successful, reported 700 volunteer hours and $21,000 in support to date, and outlined PART F and T‑Mobile grant plans to add shelters and amenities in 2026.
Volunteers and organizers updated the Stokes County Board of Commissioners on progress at Francisco Park since their June presentation, reporting completed forest mulching, new tree plantings, a half-acre wildflower planting funded with a Yadkin Valley Wildlife Federation grant, and a successful October opening with community events.
Organizer remarks highlighted community contributions: over 700 volunteer hours and about $21,000 in cash and in-kind donations. Volunteers described plans to pursue a PART F grant (application due May 1, 2026) and a competitive T‑Mobile hometown grant to fund picnic shelters and improve accessibility; if awarded, the shelters would help meet PART F match requirements and are targeted for installation by summer 2026. Commissioners praised the volunteer-led work and encouraged staff to continue coordinating grant support and permitting.
