Abrams Park Improvements Phase 1

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Category Overview

Local Parks grants help protect these symbols of vibrant communities, providing places for families to gather and play and promoting a healthy and active lifestyle in an era when people spend increasing amounts of their time inside. The WWRP is the largest source of local parks funding in Washington, helping communities fund the acquisition, development, and renovation of vital recreation areas and green spaces.

Project Highlights

The City of Ridgefield used this grant to acquire 3 acres of property adjacent to Abrams Park. Abrams Park is the City’s primary park and the acquisition was completed to expand the boundaries.

Quick Facts

WWRP Applicant: Ridgefield City of Category: Local Parks WWRP Grant: $153,752.54 Applicant Match: $153,752.54 Project Type: Acquisition County: Clark Legislative District: 20 Status: Closed Completed RCO Project # 10-1204

Location Details

From Interstate 5 take Exit #14 (SR 501/Pioneer Street); West on SR 501/Pioneer Street 2.9 miles to N. 5th Avenue; North on N. 5th Avenue 0.2 miles to Division Street; East on Division Street 0.2 miles to Abrams Park

What is the WWRP

The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP) is a state grant program that creates and conserves local and state parks, wildlife habitat and working farms. The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office administers WWRP grants, and the legislature funds the program.