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TennGreen Land Conservancy (2023) Print
2023 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
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Transportation
└ Trails
└ Trails
This project will improve a trail segment in Big River Park and add a gathering circle with repurposed stone block benches. All improvements will be ADA-compliant.
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