By John Dobberstein, Editor
Broken Arrow officials cut the ribbon Tuesday on a major transformation of the football fields at Nienhaus Park as natural grasses converted to synthetic turf.
The fields provide a durable, all-weather surface that allows for more consistent scheduling, increased programming opportunities, and safer playing conditions for youth and community partners,” says Matt Hendren, Director of Parks and Recreation for the city of Broken Arrow.
Professional Engineering Consultants (PEC) designed the project, while Mammoth Sports Construction served as the construction contractor. The project was completed at a cost of $1.5 million, funded by the 2018 General Obligation bond package approved by voters.
“We appreciate Broken Arrow voters who made this substantial improvement from grass to synthetic turf at Nienhuis Park possible,” said City Manager Michael Spurgeon. “This project was funded as an unnamed project, and we were able to use the leftover Proposition 3 funds to complete this project to the benefit of hundreds of kids every year.”
Unnamed projects are identified by the city as potential improvements. Unlike named projects, they are not required by state law to be completed if the proposition is approved. These projects are considered for completion after all named projects are finished, using any remaining bond funds.
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