U.S. Rep. Ben Chandler (D-KY) is the sponsor of the “Green Facilities Act.” Here, Rep. Chandler discusses changes at Bourbon Central Elementary School in Paris, Ky. with county superintendent Lana Fryman.
$6.4 Billion (first year) for Buildings, Facilities, but Also for, Playground Equipment, Greenhouses and Gardens
On May 14, 2009, the House passed H.R. 2187, the “21st [...]

 NRPA Funding Analysis of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan
Proposed Funding to Benefit Public Parks and Recreation
 
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INVESTING IN TECHNOLOGY

Department of Commerce

Broadband Technology Opportunities Program:
 

The Conference Bill provided $4.7 billion for the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program, of which at least $200 million is available for competitive grants for expanding public computer center capacity for local governments, [...]

Looking for a way to raise money for your playground equipment?  Miracle Recreation has the following FunRaising programs for 2009;
 1.  PlayPower Sensational Selections - cookie dough 3lb pails and place-n-bake on one brochure - 50% profit and free shipping with minimum of 300 items.  Free pre-sort services by individual seller.  2 week quick delivery.
2.  PlayPower Cheesecakes/Coffee - [...]