The Washington playground committee submitted a community development block grant on October 31st for the new playground project, with a current cash balance of nearly $274,000 as of November 4th. This includes funds from the city council through the Larry Davison bequest, brick sales, and multiple fundraisers.

The committee is actively seeking additional funding to cover upcoming expenses before grant awards are announced in March or April.

Additionally, they plan to apply for a waste tire grant for playground surfacing, which opens on November 14th, with award decisions also expected by spring.