Grants to Washington service organizations, individuals, community groups, sports organizations, and for-profit businesses for capital projects to improve local parks and play spaces in eligible areas. Funding is intended for park enhancements and upgrades, including renovations, the replacement of existing facilities, property acquisition, and equipment purchases. Projects must take place in the City of Longview and involve active participation by community members.

Examples of qualifying projects include land acquisition; purchase of playground equipment, picnic shelters, benches, signs, and landscape components; construction of sports courts such as tennis and basketball; development of hiking and biking paths; and athletic field development.

Projects must qualify as capital improvements. The city defines capital improvement projects as those that include new or expanded physical facilities/assets, major renovation or replacement of existing facilities, the acquisition of real property (land), or the purchase of major pieces of equipment. Capital improvement projects involve design, construction, and equipment; have a useful life of one year or more; and are for an item classified as a fixed asset

Applications are evaluated on the basis of need, community impact, access, financial responsibility, cost-benefit, compliance, readiness to proceed, and funding. For additional information, see: https://www.mylongview.com/DocumentCenter/View/2183/Neighborhood-Park-Grant-Application-FAQ-2022?bidId=#page=1