Beginning in the summer of 2024, the City of Orting partnered with the Washington Army National Guard 176th Engineer Company to construct a restroom facility at Charter Park. The city's Main Parks Master Plan contains enhancements to this park including pickleball courts, a tennis court, a basketball court, a restroom facility, and a paved parking lot. The 176th Engineer Company returned in the summer of 2025 to continue work on the project. The facility is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

The city would like to extend their sincere thanks to the Washington Army National Guard 176th Engineer Company and the IRT program for their partnership on this project. 

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The Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) program is a Department of Defense (DoD) military training opportunity, exclusive to the United State and its territories, that delivers joint training opportunities to increase deployment readiness. Simultaneously, IRT provides key services (health care, construction, transportation, and cybersecurity) with lasting benefits for our American communities.

This collaborative program leverages military contributions and community resources to multiply value and cost savings for participants. Communities typically provide materials and basic services (e.g. facilities), while military units contribute personnel and training resources. IRT missions produce mission ready forces, civil-military partnerships, and stronger communities.