The city of warrenton plans toplayground remove all outdated and hazardous playground equipment

The City of Warrenton has been awarded a $789,000 Project Grant from the National Park Service's Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to improve various recreational amenities in the community. The grant funds will be used to remove and replace outdated playground equipment, rehabilitate the existing baseball field, construct a new softball field, replace the basketball court, build a new concession stand and restrooms, add a new pavilion, and improve the parking area with enhanced ADA accessibility. A $104,000 sub-grant will also support the rehabilitation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, to be carried out by the City of Warrenton. The project is expected to be completed by May 31, 2027.

Replace IT with new modern equipment that meets all ADA requirements to be inclusive for the community.baseball field rehabilitate the current field with fencing dugouts backstop infield and outfield. The baseball field will be constructed to allow soccer or football to play in the outfield area.softball field a new softball field will be created to be more inclusive for all that might want to enjoy the park.basketball court remove all goals and replace them with a new basketball area with proper stripping slab and goals.concession stand and restrooms construct a new building closer to the fields.pavilion remove current tennis courts and add a new pavilion.parking rehabilitate the parking improve ADA accessibility and add to the number of spaces.