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Renovations At Fanwood's Forest Road Park In The Works

According to Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr​, phase I of the park improvements have primarily been funded by grants.

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A variety of improvements are in the works for Forest Road Park.
A variety of improvements are in the works for Forest Road Park. (Google Earth)

FANWOOD, NJ — Forest Road Park is getting a much needed makeover. According to Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr, park renovations are underway.

The improvements to the park will include:

  • two new pickle ball courts
  • new basketball court to replace the one that is there
  • low lights along the walk path
  • improved asphalt along the entrance points

Mayor Mahr said that phase I of the park improvements have primarily been funded by grants.

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So excited to announce renovations to Forest Rd. Park will kick off this coming week. Big Shout out to Recreation...
Posted by Mayor Colleen Mahr on Saturday, October 10, 2020

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