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(This list does not include Recovery Action Program planning grants.)

Project Sponsor: District of Columbia

Project Name: Girard Park

Federal Share: $284,900

Fiscal Year: 2000

Description: Rehabilitation of a one-acre park includes replacement of playground equipment, resurface ball courts, new picnic tables and park benches, new paths, walks and lighting, and landscape improvements.

Project Sponsor: District of Columbia

Project Name: Boys and Girls Recreation Centers

Federal Share: $455,000

Fiscal Year: 1980

Description: Renovated the buildings at the following three sites: Parkview Recreation Center, Eastern Boays Club, and Jelleff Branch Boys Club.

Project Sponsor: District of Columbia

Project Name: Capitol Children's Museum

Federal Share: $349,984

Fiscal Year: 1980

Description: Renovated 5,000 square feet of a former hospital building into a hands-on innovative playground for children to learn about communication.

Project Sponsor: District of Columbia

Project Name: King/Greenlead and Syphax Gardens Recreation Centers

Federal Share: $693,168

Fiscal Year: 1980

Description: King/Greenleaf Center - renovated playground, ball courts, tot lot, tennis courts, picnic areas, racquet ball court, ballfield, and indoor recreation area. Syphax Gardens Recreation Center - renovated indoor facility, installed new plumbing, electrical, heating/air conditioning systems, and play equipment.

Project Sponsor: District of Columbia

Project Name: Neighborhood Arts Academy Program

Federal Share: $273,000

Fiscal Year: 1982

Description: Established a neighborhood arts program with emphasis on drama, dance, music, visual arts, stage production and costuming.

Project Sponsor: District of Columbia

Project Name: Harrison Recreation Center

Federal Share: $250,000

Fiscal Year: 1991

Description: Renovated Harrison Recreation Center and playground.

 Project Sponsor: District of Columbia

Project Name: Watts Branch Park

Federal Share: $481,700

Fiscal Year: 2001

Description: Renovation of the 1.5 linear park includes installation of new playground equipment, repave and access improvements for 3 trail heads, installation of emergency call boxes, repair drinking fountains, picnic tables, benches, grills, bike racks, mini-shelters, and paracourse stations.


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