The Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $761,598 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR). The grant will fund improvements to a park in Park Falls, WI, including the construction of a pavilion, restroom, concrete walkway, and fencing. This project aligns with the program's objective to provide federal financial assistance to state and local governments...
The Department of the Interior National Park Service National Office awarded $799,500 to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning federal grant program (CFDA 15.916) for the period of October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2024. The funding will support the Webb Park Splashpad Development project, which involves the acquisition and development of outdoor recreation facilities. Specifically, the grant funds will be used to...
This federal Project Grant award of $698,650.75, awarded by the National Park Service under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916), funds activities of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) to increase the quantity and quality of outdoor recreation resources in Wisconsin. The grant will create 3.5 new positions to support these efforts. The award period runs from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025. As a key state agency, WDNR plays...
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will receive $2,652,950 in funding from the National Park Service through the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program to redevelop Modrzejewski Park in Milwaukee, WI. Work will include construction of a new community fieldhouse shelter building, lighting, basketball courts, playground, splash pad, band shell structure, and connecting paths. Additional site amenities to be installed are fencing, benches, trash and recycling...
The Department of the Interior National Park Service National Office awarded the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources $463,651 under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning federal grant program (CFDA 15.916) on October 1, 2021 for completion by September 30, 2024. The funding will support the construction of a pedestrian bridge in Stoughton, Wisconsin as part of the State's efforts to develop outdoor recreation areas and facilities included in its Statewide...
The Department of the Interior National Park Service awarded a $118,697 Project Grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources on October 1, 2021 for completion by September 30, 2024. The grant funding supports the City of Peshtigo Ball Field #4 Restroom Development project under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning federal grant program (CFDA 15.916). This program aims to provide financial assistance for state and local outdoor recreation projects included in...
The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $456,780 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR). The grant will be sub-awarded by WDNR to the Village of New Auburn, Wisconsin to improve public outdoor recreation facilities. The funded project will develop restrooms, trails, and landscaping in the Village Park, enhancing recreational opportunities for the...
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) was awarded a $845,325 Project Grant from the National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) on June 1, 2024. The grant will fund the development of a new splash pad play area, construction of pathways, and rehabilitation of existing restrooms to meet ADA standards in Dickeyville, WI. This project is part of the state's Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and aims to enhance...
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will receive $1.3 million under a Project Grant award from the National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to demolish and redevelop recreational facilities in Waupaca, Wisconsin. As the primary awardee, DNR will subgrant funds to the City of Waupaca, who will use the funding to demolish an existing playground and restrooms at a city park. The city will then conduct site preparation,...
The National Park Service awarded a $2,578,699 Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning Program (CFDA 15.916) grant to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), who will sub-award the funds to the City of Milwaukee. The project will develop a section of the 9.3-mile Milwaukee Riverwalk, including a boat fishing dock, nature trail with interpretive signage, picnic areas, and restored riverfront habitat. It will also renovate and upgrade existing recreational...