Britson Park receives $1000 grant

Got word today that the Alliant Energy Foundation has awarded $1000 to Britson Park for the purchase of fence toppers. I filled out the grant request a couple months ago. This is a nice thing to get, and certainly a help for the safety of players. And for the dads who prefer to stand up and lean on the fence to watch games. It is a lot more comfortable on the forearms! Here is what they will look like, color to be determined.

Here is the news release I sent out.

Roland's new Britson Park has received a $1,000 grant from the Alliant Energy Foundation. The grant request was for the purchase of fence toppers for both the softball and baseball fields at the park.

The fence toppers are corrugated plastic tile that will go on top of the chain link fence. The fence toppers have a dual purpose. The main reason is for safety, as it will protect players from sharp edges on the top of the fence. An added bonus is that it will provide a more comfortable arm rest for fans who may wish to lean on the fence while watching a game.

"This is a nice grant to receive, " said Roland Mayor Roger Fritz. "We really like our new fields, and this a great way to help protect the players who use them. Alliant is our city's electric and natural gas provider, and I'm appreciative that the Alliant Energy Foundation chose to contribute to Britson Park."

The toppers will be installed before the start of the 2014 season. Britson Park's grand opening was held in June of 2013. The Britson Park Committee continues to fund raise for the construction of the restroom/storage/concession stand. For more information on the park, or to purchase a Memorial Brick, visit www.britsonpark.org