Franklin County awarded grant to renovate Vrooman Park

Franklin County has been awarded 50 thousand dollars to make some upgrades to Vrooman Park in Eastpoint.

The money is being provided through the Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program.

The program, which is operated through the department of environmental Protection, has granted more than $2.4 million for 51 outdoor recreation projects in 26 counties.  

The grant program provides financial assistance to local governments to develop or acquire land for public outdoor recreational purposes.  

Franklin County will receive 50 thousand dollars to replace playground equipment and repair the basketball court at Vrooman Park.

Two projects in Gulf County were funded – Gulf County will receive 50 thousand dollars to construct picnic facilities, renovate the baseball field, playground and restroom at the Washington High School Complex.

They also received 50 thousand dollars to renovate the baseball field, basketball court, playground and restroom at Benny Roberts Sports Park.

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