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Century’s Splash Pad Now Operating, Ribbon Cutting Set
March 8, 2017
Century’s new splash pad is now operational, months after it was first installed.
The splash pad at Showalter Park was up and running for a brief period last September, but it was turned off awaiting the arrival of a replacement part of Israel.
It’s all been fixed, and Mayor Henry Hawkins said the splash pad is up and running each day during daylight hours. A ribbon cutting and official opening will be held at 9 a.m. on March 17.
The town is also installing two barbecue grills at the pavilions near the splash pad.
A $50,000 Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program grant was awarded to the town in October 2015 to fund the splash pad. The competitive grant program provides state funds to develop lands for public outdoor recreational use, such as building or renovating sports facilities or playgrounds. Century was the only recipient of the grant in Escambia County during 2015.
Pictured: Century’s new splash pad was operational for just a short period of time in September 2016, but it failed to operate properly. Now, it is repaired an operating daily. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
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Good news.