# Copp Family Park Board of Overseers/Groton Parks Foundation - 10/7/26

The October 7, 2026, meeting of the Copp Family Park Board of Overseers and Groton Parks Foundation covered several park and recreation projects. The director reported that the Community Center’s exterior wall needs replacement and that the project is being prepared for bidding; the gym roof is also leaking, with possible future use of the auditorium discussed. Sutton Park improvements are underway, including work on the skate park and playground, a restroom, a multi-use path, a second basketball court, and lighting. For a separate National Park Service-funded project to replace a playground and add a splash pad, the town’s share is $2.4 million against a 50/50 match, for a $4.8 million total project; the town manager reportedly assured the director that the town would provide its share. A DEEP Recreation Trails grant was awarded to continue trail work at Copp Family Park, but the award amount was unclear in the transcript.

The Parks Foundation reported $37,811.75 in remaining funds and discussed whether to return some funding to its source; no decision or spending motion on that balance was recorded. The board also reviewed a bicycle initiative that provided 61 children with bikes, helmets, and locks, with most bikes costing about $450, though the total project cost was not recalled. Other discussion covered reservoir-protection signage with Groton Utilities, park maintenance, dog use, and feedback on the Luminary Walk. The board approved prior meeting minutes and a treasurer’s report, but no new contract award or procurement approval was identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 07, 2026

### Sources
- [Copp Family Park Board of Overseers/Groton Parks Foundation - 10/7/26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6bwKP1LWsk) - Groton Municipal Television