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Aldermen ask staff to inspect Freedom Park after playground equipment missing or damaged
Summary
Alderman reported playground pieces missing at Freedom Park that left holes and posed a trip hazard; she asked staff to inspect and secure the area.
During "Other Business," an alderman reported that playground equipment or components at Freedom Park appeared to be missing or removed and left holes in the ground that could injure children. She asked staff to check whether the items were removed for repair or stolen and to cordon off or secure the areas to prevent injuries.
The board asked staff to investigate and address the safety risk. No formal motion was recorded; the mayor and aldermen thanked the speaker and directed staff follow-up.
Context: The remark came during miscellaneous board reports; the alderman described attending a birthday party at Freedom Park and observing ground holes where equipment pieces had been removed. The transcript does not specify which pieces are missing, when they were removed, or the cause.
What happens next: Staff were asked to confirm the status of the equipment and to tape off or otherwise secure any holes or hazards until repairs or replacements can be made.
