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Rockaway playground opens after $8 million extreme makeover by NYC Parks

By Bill Parry Posted on May 13, 2021

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Elected officials and Arverne community leaders cut the ribbon on an $8.1 million total reconstruction of Almeda Playground at Beach 66th Street on Tuesday, May 12.

As part of the Community Parks Initiative, the public space has been completely renovated with upgraded features and amenities funded by Mayor Bill de Blasio.

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Rockaway playground opens after $8 million extreme makeover by NYC Parks

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