FULTON â The city of Fulton and Fulton Block Builders (FBB) have been working on a variety of collaborative projects over the past year.
Linda Eagan, founder of FBB, was made aware of the AARP Community Challenge grant. The Challenge provides small grants to fund quick-action projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages. Applications accepted include projects that improve public spaces, housing, transportation, civic engagement, coronavirus recovery, diversity and inclusion.
Eagan reached out to Fulton Mayor Deana Michaels to identify needs that the Challenge Grant could address. The city of Fulton had recently hired an independent contractor to survey the community residents and businesses in order to develop a 2021 Comprehensive Plan to meet the needs of all citizens. The survey showed that Fultonâs senior population has identified the lack of bathrooms in city parks as a barrier for them to enjoy these spaces and to partake in community events.