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The study, which cost almost $50,000 and has been in development since 2022, includes an in-depth report on the condition of the buildings on the roughly 7-acre property where the council's regularly scheduled meeting will be held, including city hall and the police station, an analysis of existing operations, a staff survey and 20-year population projections.

A long-awaited revitalization of Ramsay Park is set to take place, as the Watsonville City Council unanimously voted to approve a construction contract with Robert A. Bothman Inc. at its Tuesday meeting.

Ramsay Park is Watsonville's largest park and today consists of a basketball court, hiking trails, skate park, pump track, indoor and outdoor soccer fields, a softball field, tennis courts and a playground on the hill. The enhancement plan includes a small and large dog park on the hilltop area, a repaving of the Main Street parking lot, a remodel of the existing softball field into a synthetic turf multi-use field that can also accommodate soccer, and an inclusive playground with a swing a...

"Children develop by interacting with their peers, but those with disabilities can’t access most traditional playgrounds," writes Brenda Gutierrez Baeza in a Guest Commentary for the Sentinel. "They’re surrounded by sand or wood chips which are impossible to navigate for wheelchairs and walkers. Universally accessible playgrounds are designed to allow users of all ages and abilities, providing equality for those who are often isolated."

We’re constantly amazed by the amount of talent in our little state, but never more than when it’s time for our annual Design Awards. For twenty-eight Our 2023 Design Awards highlight the enormous talents of local architects and designers.

Apple Valley Town Council approves budget amendment to cover expenses not included in a state grant earmarked for the construction of a new park.

The Pleasanton school board is set to discuss and possibly approve a contract with a design firm to begin the process of designing the new Pleasanton Middle School field and track upgrades on Thursday night.

"This vision of creating a playground specifically designed to allow every child access to a fundamental right of childhood: the right to play, has inspired the city of Capitola to join forces with County Park Friends to create a universally accessible playground at Jade Street Park," write Yvette Lopez Brooks, Mariah Roberts, Tricia Wiltshire and Dan Haifley in a Guest Commentary.

Pickleball, one of Americas fastest growing sports, has rapidly spread in popularity across the country, and Mountain View city officials are looking to keep up with the demand with more courts.

A new dog park at Hillview Park is moving forward despite concerns that in-demand parking spaces near the main library will be sacrificed.