State Poised To Approve Funding For Playground In East Lyme

EAST LYME, CT — The State Bond Commission is scheduled to vote at its next meeting on $650,000 in funding for the Miracle League of Southeastern Connecticut to construct an inclusive playground at Flanders Elementary School in East Lyme.

The playgrounds are specifically designed to allow children of all abilities, ages and developmental stages to play and interact together.

“Every child should have access to playgrounds that enhance their recreational and social opportunities, no matter their abilities,” Gov. Ned Lamont said in a statement. “By partnering with the Miracle League of Southeastern Connecticut, our administration can help ensure that this needed project at East Lyme’s Flanders Elementary School becomes a reality. I specifically appreciate Senator Martha Marx for bringing this project to my attention so that we could get these state bond dollars for East Lyme approved.”

The Miracle League of Southeastern Connecticut is a nonprofit organization that provides opportunities for children throughout southeastern Connecticut with physical, cognitive and developmental challenges to participate in recreational, educational and cultural activities in an accessible, nurturing and non-competitive environment.

“Playgrounds are great for children, but we need playgrounds that are great for all children, not just some,” Marx said in a statement. “This playground will provide assurance to every family in East Lyme and beyond that their kids can get outside and play. That’s a remarkable step. I’m grateful to Governor Lamont for his focus on this issue and look forward to the State Bond Commission’s vote.”

The State Bond Commission will vote on the allocation at its meeting Sept. 8.