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NYA highlights infrastructure improvements, upcoming events

Norwood Young America has made significant investments in infrastructure, economic development and community amenities over the past five years while securing approximately $27 million in outside funding and federal support, according to City Administrator Andra Arkwurst. In a report published in the city’s October newsletter, Arkwurst reflected on NYA’s accomplishments and outlined ongoing efforts to address infrastructure needs and prepare for future growth. Among the city’s major accomplishments is the development of a long-term street capital improvement plan to address street and underground utility reconstruction. Completed projects include improvements to Second Avenue, Merger Street, Railroad Street and Fourth Avenue, with additional work planned or underway on First Street Northeast, Main Street and South Street. The city also expanded Tacoma West Industrial Park with Phase II, securing approximately 60 acres for economic development and industrial growth. Part of the property will accommodate a new wastewater treatment facility. The city also obtained an option on an additional 80 acres for future industrial expansion. Other projects include the 43-unit Norwood Flats apartment development, redevelopment of Old Town, improvements to Das Pool Haus, upgrades to Legion Park and Zellmann Field, and improvements at the Sports Complex. The city also added Happy Hund Dog Park,