Families who visit Sagamore Hills Township Park will soon have a brand new playground to enjoy. The old playground equipment has been removed to make way for a new set. The project is being supported by a $39,605 NatureWorks Grant.
Grant Award Helps Fund the Project
Sagamore Hills Township applied for the NatureWorks Grant to help pay for new playground equipment. The application was approved, bringing $39,605 toward the purchase. NatureWorks is a grant program administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to help communities improve local parks and recreation areas.
Equipment Delivered and Waiting for Crews
The new playground equipment has already been delivered to the park. Removal of the old equipment is also complete. Township officials were told installation is expected to start next week, around Oct. 28.
How Long Will Installation Take?
An exact timeline has not been set. Installation is expected to take a few weeks once work begins. Residents should plan for the playground area to remain closed while crews are on site.
NordoniaHills.News will share an update and photos once the new playground opens.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the playground at Sagamore Hills Township Park closed?
The old playground equipment has been removed so that a new play set can be installed.
2. How was the new playground at Sagamore Hills Township Park paid for?
Sagamore Hills Township was awarded a $39,605 NatureWorks Grant toward the new playground equipment.
3. What is the NatureWorks Grant?
NatureWorks is a grant program administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources that helps local communities fund park and recreation improvements.
4. When will installation of the new playground begin?
Installation is expected to begin around Oct. 28.
5. When will the new playground at Sagamore Hills Township Park open?
No opening date has been announced. Installation is expected to take a few weeks once it begins.
