Fairmont to rename, renovate Morgantown Avenue Mini Park
FAIRMONT, W.Va. (WBOY) — The Fairmont City Council has received a donation from the Rotary Club of Fairmont, which it plans to use to improve the Morgantown Avenue Mini Park.
According to a release, the $25,000 donation will go toward paying the total estimated renovation cost of $90,000. The remaining funds will be paid out using the methods outlined in the Fairmont City Council's 2025-2026 capital improvement plan.
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The improvements to the park are set to include:
Two new playsets, including new mulch and borders
New paved pathways
A replacement water fountain
A new second water fountain
A new pavilion
New security cameras
During a meeting Tuesday night, the council also passed a resolution to rename the park 'Rotary Club of Fairmont Mini Park.'
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