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2024 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
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Public places
└ Public space activation
└ Public space activation
This project will add amenities to a half-acre garden, including a bike rack and repair station, circuit training equipment, interactive musical instruments and a farm stand for distributing fruits and vegetables.
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