Delano-Hitch Recreation Park Rehabilitation
Summary
A partnership with New City Parks plus a NY PLAYS grant application of up to $2.5 million could finally fund major playground and park improvements. The catch: the city hasn't identified its $500,000 match yet, and the application is due June 15.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $2.5 million in grant funds, requiring a roughly $500,000 city match not yet identified.
Kids and families who use Delano-Hitch — though some residents at the engagement session wanted existing playgrounds fixed first.
Advocates worry other city parks will keep deteriorating while focus stays on Delano Hitch.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council - Sep 24, 2026
After winning $2 million from NY Plays, the city is upsizing its federal Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership grant request to $2.5 million (with 50% match), aiming for a $5 million total park rehab project.
City Council - May 26, 2026
The council approved partnering with New City Parks and applying for the state NY Plays grant to build an inclusive playground at Delano Hitch. Residents cheered the move but urged attention to other neglected parks.
City Council - May 21, 2026
A partnership with New City Parks plus a NY PLAYS grant application of up to $2.5 million could finally fund major playground and park improvements. The catch: the city hasn't identified its $500,000 match yet, and the application is due June 15.
City Council - Feb 2, 2026
A change order on the pool mechanical contract would actually reduce the cost by about $7,900, bringing the contract to roughly $297,300. The aquatic center improvements continue a city recreation investment.
City Council - Jan 22, 2026
Change Order No. 2 on the aquatic center mechanical contract includes a credit of about $7,900, lowering the overall cost — good news for the project budget.
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