Douglass Township
Douglass Park
The Township has completed renovations to the main entrance to Douglass Park, including the addition of a sidewalk from E. Philadelphia Ave. to the park; conversion of its existing parking lot to a green parking lot, new ADA accessible parking spaces, LED lighting and plantings. The basketball courts were resurfaced and a new pavilion was added. ADA access was added to an additional pavilion and play area. New play equipment was installed in 2023. In 2024, a major renovation of tennis courts took place, including conversion of one court into two pickleball courts. Also in 2024, sections of the paved loop trail were raised and/or realigned to reduce flooding. The project also included stormwater management improvements.
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The Township recently completed the evaluation of its trees within Douglass Park for health and safety concerns. Mitigation measures will take place over the next 5 years.
Smith Road Park
The Township recently added a new pavilion and bike rack to the park. Diseased or dead ash trees were taken down in the park to improve safety and the parking area was resurfaced.
With 2023 and 2024 funding from DCED's Local Share Account program, the Township purchase new equipment that will be used to maintain the Township's parks and open spaces.
New Maintenance Equipment
