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Hiawatha, Longyear are priority playgrounds

By TOM LAVENTURE

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IRONWOOD - The Ironwood Parks and Recreation Committee on Monday prioritized projects for the city's 2021 capital improvement plan and recommended for approval by the city planning commission.

Playgrounds and park systems are tools for attracting people who are considering a move to the city, said Tom Bergman, director of community development for the city of Ironwood. They are also important factors for families when considering where to purchase a home, he said.

Existing Ironwood playgrounds are currently located at Depot Park, Norrie Park, Long...