Swales Park: Edison’s First Neighborhood Backyard
Patch.com, Feb 28, 2022
Many townships in New Jersey have a neighborhood backyard that residents love and luxuriate in. Whereas Edison does seem to be a great place for one, the Township has not had a neighborhood backyard. However, that stands to vary quickly.
The Township’s first neighborhood backyard shall be established at Swales Park.
As many know, Mayor Sam Joshi not too long ago introduced three large initiatives to be undertaken by the Township, and amongst them is the Community Garden.
“Residents for years have pushed for this and I am so glad to lastly see it occur,” mentioned Joshi, throughout his State of the Township address.”
So what will this garden include? The garden will boast 38 beds for vegetables, flowers, and fruit. There will be a shed where residents can store their supplies. Work tables will be placed so residents can get to know one another as they tend their garden plots.
The Edison Arts Society has additionally agreed to arrange a mural competition for the community garden.
“When you enter the garden, you will be struck by its natural and man-made beauty,” mentioned Joshi. “We have already worked out the process for residents to apply for a garden bed and a few will be put aside to grow produce for local food pantries..”
“In this era of rising prices and excessive inflation, a single bed of fresh produce could make a difference on Edison residents’ wallets,” mentioned Joshi.
The volleyball court at Swales Park will even get a facelift, Joshi introduced. Residents can count on a brand new and improved sand volleyball court.
A new walking path shaded with trees will be placed along the perimeter of Swales Park.
The baseball diamond will get a “correct backstop creating the perfect place for informal games,” Joshi mentioned.
“Swales Park and its neighborhood backyard shall be open to all residents,” the Mayor mentioned.
Though the community garden is being constructed by the Township, a nonprofit will run it.
Joshi additionally introduced a splash park and turf area in Papaianni Park. Learn Extra: Papaianni Park Will Be Edison’s ‘Crown Jewel’ Says Mayor
