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Mr. Hornig asked about the life span of a playground including equipment before it is obsolete. Ms. Battite explained that the life of a playground depends on usage and if codes have changed, but a typical playground has a life span of 15-20 years. Mr. Wolk asked if$100,000 is an average cost to update and replace a playground. Ms. Battite explained that the cost varies depending on the size of the playground and if the playground is already ADA compliant, and referred to the cost breakdown detailed on the CIP. Mr. Horton asked about vandalism at Sutherland Park. Mr. Pinsonneault stated that Sutherland Park is located in a popular neighborhood so the vandalism is minimal, and that Lincoln Park receives the most vandalism. Mr. Pressman asked about Recreations park and playground improvement priorities. Ms. Battite explained that Recreation intends to submit a request for CPA funding every year as detailed in the CIP. The list of priorities would only change if something is uncovered during a monthly inspection. The Committee voted in a straw poll to support the project (7-0). FY21 CPA Funding Request Recreation- Park & Playground Improvements-Athletic Fields- Harrington School Field- Ms. Battite requested $370,000 in CPA funds for excavating the infield areas, laser grading, and new in-ground irrigation systems at the Harrington, Bowman, and Franklin fields. Based on the findings of an ADA Compliance Study, the gravel driveway will be paved to allow for additional parking and a formal entrance at Harrington field in addition to other accessibility upgrades. Construction is anticipated to commence in the summer of 2021. Ms. Fenollosa asked if it is typical to request funds so far in advance and noted that if ATM votes to approve the project, funds would be available 7-1-20. Ms. Battite explained that she is requesting funding in advance because of the public bidding process and timing with the school season. Mr. Hornig asked how Franklin field is used and about parking. Mr. Pinsonneault explained that Franklin field has ball fields used for baseball and softball youth programs and that most people park on Allen Street or at the Clark School. Ms. Battite explained that the field is permitted for 600 hours of use. Mr. Hornig mentioned that LexHAB owns the land and Mr. Pinsonneault and Ms. Battite were not aware of this fact and stated that the Town has always maintained the area. The Committee voted in a straw poll to support the project (7-0). FY21 CPA Funding Request Recreation- Park Improvements- Hard Court Resurfacing- Valley Tennis Courts- Ms. Battite requested $100,000 in CPA funds to resurface, paint, and restripe the tennis courts and install a bike rack at the Valley Tennis Courts. The existing overgrown stone dust path will also be paved. Ms. Scott introduced herself to the Committee as a lifelong resident and expressed her interest in the Town placing regulation pickleball lines on the tennis courts that are being resurfaced. Ms. Battite explained that currently the Town has pickleball lines on the tennis courts at the Gallagher and Clark facilities.The Recreation Committee anticipates a capital request in FY2024 for a standalone pickleball court. It is the hope of the Committee that a planned feasibility study (see next project description) will identify an area for the pickleball court. Mr. Miller- s