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City of Cut Bank (2022) Print
2022 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
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Public places
└ Park enhancements
└ Park enhancements
To draw visitors to an underused dog park, this project added a walking path to the space. Additionally, the City installed ADA-compliant benches and two shade structures to give people an accessible place to sit and rest.
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