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Requesting authorization to submit a PARC grant application of $400,000 for the Lincoln Park Playground.
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To the Honorable Board:
I respectfully request that you approve an authorization to seek funding and enter into any understandings or assurances with the Commonwealth to receive funds to assist in the estimated construction costs of $645,161 for the renovation of the Lincoln Park Playground, at the core of Lincoln Park, near end of Lincoln Parkway.
The new playground, inclusive of adventure play features, water spray, skate park and Parkour features, has gone through the community input and design process, and renovations are scheduled to begin in the spring of 2017. Improving the quality of the open space and recreational facilities in Somerville is a city priority, and this playground will significantly increase the quality of life for our residents and ensure the playground is accessible to all. This application for $400,000 is the maximum allowed through this program and represents 62% of the reimbursable construction costs. The balance of funds will be provided by a local contribution of $245,161 which will come from municipal bond funding; this amount represents the required matching funds that will be provided by the City during FY2017 and FY2018. I will work with members of the Board and appropriate committees to secure these funds.
This application is for a PARC grant to the Massachusetts Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, through its Division of Conservation Services. The PARC grant application is due on July 13, 2016, to qualify for the FY2017 grant round. Since this is reimbursement funding, the City hereby assures the State that we have the funds to finance the renovation of Lincoln Park Playground, and will provide the State with the appropriate documentation for reimbursement
Thank you for your consideration in this matter.
Respectfully Submitted,
Joseph A. Curtatone
Mayor