Warren City Council to Seek Funding for River and Park Upgrades
What happened
The Warren City Council plans to consider legislation to replace the inclusive playground at Perkins Park and fund improvements to the Mahoningside area near Summit Street and Mahoning Avenue. Mayor Doug Franklin discussed planned upgrades to the Mahoning River and the Mahoningside area during a city event at Warren G. Harding High School. The legislation would grant Mayor Franklin and Service and Safety Director Eddie Colbert authority to solicit bids and enter into contracts for the projects.
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Why it matters
The city council is authorizing applications to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Land and Water Conservation Fund to support the construction of paved paths and landscaping along the Mahoningside area. Mayor Franklin stated that the work on the Mahoning River will spur economic growth and attract visitors to the area.
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Who's involved
- FranklinMayor who discussed river upgrades and holds authority for project contracts
- city councilLegislative body considering legislation for park and river improvements
- Perkins ParkPark slated for playground replacement and park upgrades
- Ohio Department of Natural ResourcesGovernment agency to which the city council plans to apply for grant funding
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The entities involved
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Warren
city in Macomb County, Michigan, United States
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Mahoning River
river in Ohio and Pennsylvania, United States
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Franklin
Major League Baseball center fielder
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