Tires to Playgrounds – Recycling at Its Best!
The Moultrie-Colquitt County Parks and Recreation Authority (MCCPRA) is thrilled to announce the completion of a groundbreaking addition to Main Street Park in Moultrie, Georgia! A brand-new, 58’ x 32’ poured-in-place play area designed specifically for children with disabilities now graces the park at 1220 South Main Street.
This vibrant and inclusive play area opens up a world of fun and exploration for children using wheelchairs, walkers, and braces. With its easy access and enhanced maneuverability, every child can now join in the joy of play without barriers! Plus, the impact-absorbing surface ensures a safer environment, giving parents peace of mind while their children have a blast.
But that's not all—this fantastic project, along with special safety mats installed beneath slides and swings across all MCCPRA parks, was made possible by the generous Tire-Derived Products Grant amounting to $67,171.65! This grant champions projects that utilize products made from recycled tires, and we're proud to share that over **26,000 pounds** of tire-derived material were used in this initiative. That's right—over 26,000 pounds of material have been diverted from landfills and transformed into a space where laughter and play abound!
This incredible achievement was a collaborative effort, with the grant application prepared by the Southwest Georgia Regional Commission and invaluable input from the Moultrie-Colquitt County Parks and Recreation Authority and the Colquitt County Solid Waste Department. Together, we've not only embraced recycling but also enriched our community with a playground that embodies inclusion, safety, and sustainability.
Join us in celebrating this wonderful milestone!
Recycling has truly reached its finest as old tires find new life, supporting the happy moments of our children at play. Come visit the new play area and experience firsthand how we're turning recycled materials into joy and accessibility for all!
Clearing up tires from your community?
Learn more about the EPD Local Government Scrap Tire Abatement Reimbursement Amnesty Program
