Slossberg Touts $300K Grant for Fred Wolfe Park Upgrades

Today Senator Slossberg joined Governor Dannel P. Malloy in announcing the approval of a Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) grant for Fred Wolfe Park in Orange. STEAP grants are designed to help small towns fund important infrastructure improvement projects.

“This grant will help the town of Orange continue their efforts to revitalize Fred Wolfe State Park so that it can meet the growing needs of this community,” said Senator Slossberg. “This grant will help ensure that the Fred Wolfe Park can continue to be a recreational and community focal point for the Town of Orange. I look forward to seeing this project progress and visiting the park upon its completion.”

Senator Slossberg worked to secure this $300,000 STEAP grant for the Town of Orange to reconstruct the main point of access to Fred Wolfe Park. The Park serves as a central public location for various sporting events and already houses several lacrosse and soccer fields.

Improvements to the new entrance are a part of a larger, comprehensive revitalization plan for the 67-acre park. By investing in new roadway construction and aesthetic improvements, the community can anticipate more opportunities for beneficial recreational events and community-wide engagement.

Orange is one of 13 towns receiving STEAP grants this week. This is the third round of grants to be announced this week, and more announcements can be expected in the coming months.

“By partnering with our smaller communities, our state can assist towns with infrastructure projects that will help them grow, remain competitive, attract businesses, and bring added value to residents for years to come,” Governor Malloy said. “These STEAP grants allow us to get funding directly to municipalities to complete projects that make Connecticut a better place to work and live.”