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3 issues in parks rec with medium priority
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Franklin Park improvements design contract
Council added $55,450 to the design contract for the Franklin Park upgrades, bringing the total design contract with Simone Collins Inc. to $221,900. The park improvements move one step closer to construction.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 4, 2026
MediumParks Rec
Dog park rule changes
Bill 83 would update the dog park ordinance — renaming the park, eliminating key fobs, and refreshing the rules for users.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 4, 2026
MediumParks Rec
Ithaca Park Pavilion Construction
Allentown is shifting unspent aquatics program funds to build a new shade pavilion at Ithaca Park so children in the summer playground program have cover from rain and heat.
1 mentionLast discussed Sep 2, 2026