A groundbreaking is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 19, at 3 p.m. for improvements to Central Park in Doylestown Township. The project has been years in the making. The plan calls for construction of a community recreation center, the installation of new outdoor sports courts, and the addition of a comfort station, including bathrooms. The township expects the improvements to cost about $12.9 million and take about 14 months to complete. The township has secured $1.7 million in grants from the state, has raised $300,000 through its fundraising campaign, allocated $400,000 in transfers, and generated $720,000 from the sale of a cell tower, officials said. Officials also anticipate a tax increase of 2.3 mills in 2024 to cover the debt service associated with the project, said Township Manager Stephanie Mason. She said the township will continue to look for grant opportunities that can further support the project.
Source: Bucks County Courier Times; 12/5/2023