This week, the mayor of Greenfield City announced a big plan to improve the local parks. The city council has agreed to spend $2 million to make the parks more enjoyable and safe for everyone. They hope to finish these changes by next spring.
The project includes many exciting updates. First, they will add new playground equipment for children, such as swings, slides, and climbing walls. These play areas will be made of soft, safe materials to help prevent injuries.
Next, the city wants to plant more trees and flowers in the parks. This will not only make the parks look nicer but also help the environment. Trees can provide shade for people on hot days and improve air quality. Additionally, they will create new walking and biking paths for people who like to exercise or take a relaxing stroll.
The plan also focuses on safety. The city will install new lighting along the paths so people can feel safe when walking in the evening. They will also fix any broken benches or picnic tables and add more trash cans to keep the parks clean.
The mayor said these improvements are important because parks are a special place for families and friends to meet, play, and relax. He hopes that these changes will encourage more people to visit the parks and enjoy the outdoors.
Residents of Greenfield City seem happy about the plan. Some parents said they are excited for their children to have better playgrounds, while others look forward to more beautiful parks for everyone to enjoy.
Vocabulary List:
- Council /ˈkaʊn.səl/ (noun): An assembly of persons convened for discussion deliberation or decision.
- Improvements /ɪmˈpruːv.mənts/ (noun): The process of making something better.
- Exciting /ɪkˈsaɪ.tɪŋ/ (adjective): Causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.
- Environment /ɪnˈvaɪ.rən.mənt/ (noun): The natural world as a whole or in a particular geographical area.
- Safety /ˈseɪf.ti/ (noun): The condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger.
- Encourage /ɪnˈkɜːr.ɪdʒ/ (verb): To give support confidence or hope to someone.
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