Specifications include, but are not limited to: EEA seeks to provide recreational opportunities and further the protection of suitable conservation and recreation land within the Commonwealth. The LWCF Grant Program contributes to this goal through the acquisition of parkland, development of new parks, renovations to existing parks, development of trails in existing conservation and recreation areas, or the acquisition of conservation land. In addition to other benefits that parks and open space provide, parks can specifically help contribute to climate resilient communities through a well-thought out design. Such project ideas include turning vacant lots into community gardens and urban forests, planting many trees, removing significant amounts of pavement, installing pergolas as a part of the park’s renovation or development to provide more shade, and incorporating water spray parks as cooling features.
