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2024 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
Project Category
Public places
└ Park enhancements
└ Park enhancements
This project will expand a local park by clearing an area overgrown with weeds and creating ADA-compliant trails onsite. The organization will also install wheelchair-accessible benches.
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