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VI.E Accessibility for Parks (AFP) Grant for O.T. Sloan Park Parks and Recreation Director Joseph Keel presented a request to apply for an Accessibility for Parks Grant for O.T. Sloan Park. The Accessibility for Parks (AFP) program provides $10 million for parks and recreation grants to benefit children and veterans with disabilities in North Carolina. Local governments, including some public authorities, are eligible to apply for the matching grants. The program is administered through the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation and the N.C. Parks and Recreation Trust Fund. The matching grants can be used to build accessible facilities or adapt existing facilities that meet the unique needs of children and veterans with physical and developmental disabilities. Local governments can request a maximum of$500,000 with each application and must match the grant with at least $1 of local funds for every $5 in grant funds. If awarded, the O.T. Sloan Accessibility Project will include an all-inclusive playground, sidewalks and restroom renovation. In 2018, a site-specific master plan for O.T. Sloan Park was done that has an accessible playground. He requested the Board approve moving forward with applying for the grant and approve matching funds of$100,000 that would be associated with a $400,000 grant. The site plan will be updated as a part of this process. scan ikeel_2022-07-28-14-01-17.pdf Motion: Motion to authorize Parks and Recreation to move forward with applying for the AFP grant funding in the amount of$400,000 with a local match of$100,000. Mover: Dr. Andre Knecht For: 7 - Arianna Lavallee, Dr. Andre Knecht, Robert Reives, Cameron Sharpe, Kirk Smith, Bill Carver, Mark Lovick Motion Result: Passed VLF Ting Fiber Active Cabinet Proposal Brandon Wagner was present on behalf of Ting to present a request to grant an easement for the purpose of installing a fiber active cabinet as part of the infrastructure needed in expanding broadband. The requested easement is proposed at Lee County Property located at 112 Hillcrest Drive. A copy of the proposal is attached and included in these minutes. Ting Fiber Active Cabinet Proposal - Lee County Highlands St (1).pdf Motion: Motion to approve easement for the installation of a Ting fiber active cabinet at Lee County Property located on Hillcrest Drive and authorize the County Manager to approve compensation for the easement. Mover: Dr. Andre Knecht For: 7 - Arianna Lavallee, Dr. Andre Knecht, Robert Reives, Cameron Sharpe, Kirk Smith, Bill Carver, Mark Lovick Motion Result: Passed 9