This new pavilion is in the dog park at Mark Tubbs Memorial Park in Lima. Photo by Travis Clark
The Town of Lima has installed a new pavilion in the dog park at Mark Tubbs Memorial Park, in part, through funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) administered by Livingston County.
The county received these ARPA funds as a result of the pandemic when Congress created a federal bill to support projects that provide for economic resiliency and enhance communities negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Livingston County Board of Supervisors authorized a portion of the county’s ARPA funds to be distributed equally among its 17 towns to support the creation of or improvement to parks, trails or other forms of outdoor recreation, and/or tourism efforts.
Town officials installed the dog park’s new maintenance-free pavilion to provide pet owners with shelter while their animals enjoy the park. The 288-square-foot pavilion, which can accommodate up to 70 people, offers a much-needed amenity for dog owners using the community space, said Lima Town Supervisor Mike Falk.
“We’re very glad to offer our residents a welcoming place out of the elements for them to enjoy with their furry friends,” he said. “Our dog park was completed thanks to a generous donation from Marty and Cathy Gardner. This ARPA funding helped us to further enhance this space, which encourages outdoor recreation and enhances the quality of life for Lima residents.”
Visit the “County News” section of the county’s website to see how other local towns have used ARPA funding for their own recreation and green space initiatives, including West Sparta’s new community playground and park, Nunda’s New Pickleball Court, Springwater’s baseball facility improvements, York’s upgraded playground facilities, Caledonia’s improved baseball field, and Avon’s restored historic landmark.
