The City of Rippey received a check from the Grow Greene County (GGC) for $40,000 to be used for playground equipment at the Osborn Park.
City Clerk, Mary Millard was the grant writer for this award. She is pictured here with GGC Board member Brenda Muir, Rippey Mayor Dan Brubaker, GGC Board member. Dawn Rudolph and Mary Millard.
The Rippey City Council will be adding $10,000 to the playground equipment fund which will include a toddler playground set, as well as a set for older children. These will include slides and a swing. The set for the older children will include a bridge, a tire swing, and a climbing ladder.
There will also be a handicap swing set with a bucket seat as well as a wheelchair swing. As a safety measure, the ground will be covered with rubber mulch.
It is expected the equipment will arrive prior to Rippey Daze July 30th .When the equipment arrives, volunteers will be appreciated to assist in assembly and placement.
-Mary Weaver