Parks Commission Advances Grant-Funded Projects
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Natick is pursuing $2.1 million in estimated improvements for Grove Park and the South Natick Multipurpose Area, including a requested $225,000 local match, while also applying for a $500,000 HUD grant for South Natick Dam Park renovations.
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What this means
The department is seeking outside funding for several park improvements, with ECOOS grant results expected in June and the HUD funding decision estimated for October 2027. Other updates included a planned beach shade structure installation in April or May, replacement planning for the Cole turf field and Johnson swing, and batting cages at Hunnewell that must be completed by June. The commission unanimously approved its prior meeting minutes and the donation report.
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- Unanimously approved the February 9, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Unanimously approved the donation report.
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