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Sanford
Medium PriorityParks Recopen

Passive park design on the grassy lot

Summary

A CRA-funded design for a passive park between the Civic Center and courthouse is about 90% complete, with three plazas, pergolas, and a butterfly garden. Commissioners liked the green space but noted it eats into buildable acreage.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 23, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Design was funded by the CRA; construction costs are not yet estimated and could potentially be absorbed by a private developer.

✅Who benefits

Downtown visitors and residents get green space connecting the Civic Center, marina, and downtown.

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