Funding Playground Associates for Our Community Parks
August 3, 2009
Manhattan Borough Parks Commissioner William Castro, Assistant Commissioner Ed Lewis, myself, and several Parks Department playground associates were in Carl Schurz Park last week observing the playground associates program that I funded in this, and two other, community parks.
Since first being elected to the Assembly, I have worked each year to secure funds for the NYC Parks and Recreation Playground Associates programs at Carl Schurz Park, John Jay Park, and St. Catherine’s Park. The Playground Associates program provides each park with a staff member on a seasonal basis. Having staff in our parks and playgrounds enhances cleanliness and safety, ensuring that these special places continue to be safe havens for children and families. The playground associates also organize fun activities for neighborhood children likes sports, games, arts and crafts, and walking trips.
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