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Splash Pad, Walking Trail, More Could Be Coming To Century Park
September 14, 2010
There will be some major enhancements on the way for the Anthony Pleasant Sports Complex in Century if a grant application is successful.
Improvements would include a splash pad water feature, lighting for the football field, a walking trail about one mile in length that would connect to Showalter Park, and improved handicap parking.
The town is seeking a $200,000 grant from the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP) from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
In order to qualify for the grant, the town was required to approve a five year comprehensive plan update. The updated plan calls for funding to be spent at the Anthony Pleasant Sports Complex; energy savings improvements at Century City Hall, the Ag Building and the former Helicopter Technology building; road paving, improvements to the potable water systems; improvements to the town’s natural gas system and drainage improvements in the Dogwood Lane area.
Monday night, the town council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to sign the necessary documents to apply for the FRDAP grant, and the council also approved a second resolution encompassing the comprehensive plan updates.
A public forum to discuss the park grant application was held prior to the council meeting, but no member of the public addressed the council.
Pictured top: The Anthony Pleasant Sports Complex is to the right of the wooded area in this aerial photos. Showalter Park (with the softball/baseball fields) is to the left. Courtesy Google. Pictured inset: Century little league football action at Anthony Pleasant Park. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
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9 Responses to “Splash Pad, Walking Trail, More Could Be Coming To Century Park”
read the free gas post. i think you’ll see the problem.
I agree with the secluded area. Not good for kids and moms to be alone in which is most of what attends these parks. Maybe alot more wood clearing and a park supervisor that stays at the park during working hours would help deter some of the dangers.
great for the town. i do wonder about safety, it will be in a secluded area.
oh i hope this happens! this would be wonderful for the town!
There is a really nice splash pad at the ballpark in Cullman, AL.
>I know I’m over the hill,but could somebody tell me what a “Splash Pad ” is?
From wikipedia:
“A splash pad is an area for water play that has no standing water. This is said to eliminate the need for lifeguards or other supervision, as there is practically no risk of drowning.”
And an example photo:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Urbeach-high-park-splashpad.jpg
I know I’m over the hill,but could somebody tell me what a “Splash Pad ” is?
I hope they obtain this grant, and it’s great that the state is promoting participation in energy saving programs. Energy saving stadium lights are available now, too.
Way to go Century! Looks like good things are heading your way.