The city of Vacaville has been named the awardee of a $6.7 million grant from the California State Parks department through its Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Grant Program.
Of 468 prospects, 112 applicants, including Vacaville, is set to receive funding.
“Vacaville’s project, to be located on a 2.68-acre parcel along Brown Street, has an award allocation of $6.7 million. The scope includes the construction of a 2,500-square-foot indoor Community Center and outdoor recreation facility including a walking/jogging trail loop around the park perimeter, a basketball court, playground and tot-lot, a natural grass field, a performance stage, sheltered picnic areas, public art, and more,” reads a press release from the city.
“This is great news for Vacaville residents,” said Mayor Ron Rowlett in a statement. “Selection of this project creates an opportunity to increase equity and inclusion in District 3 with a state of the art community center and outdoor space leveraging grant funds to bring this vision to reality.”
The city partnered with the California Department of Parks and Recreation, Vacaville Neighborhood Boys and Girls Club, Vacaville Youth REACH Coalition and Vibe Solano to bring the project to life through the Brown-Markham Neighborhood Public Recreation Improvements Plan. The City Council approved the plan and directed staff to apply for the grant on October 12, 2020.
“We are thrilled that our Brown Street Public Improvements Project was funded by this California State Parks Program,” said Housing and Community Services Director, Emily Cantu, in a statement. “The development of a new park and community center falls under the City Council’s Strategic Plan and is a great win for the city.” Source: www.mercurynews.com