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Stafford County Economic Development Inc. (2024) Print
2024 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
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Public places
└ Park enhancements
└ Park enhancements
This project will convert run-down tennis courts into four pickleball courts, providing a space for the local pickleball club to play.
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