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Council reviews playground options; Land and Water Conservation Fund could cover roughly half
Summary
Council reviewed two playground proposals for the new ball-field area, discussed ADA access and drainage, and asked staff to get more cost and site-prep details before approving an order to meet an 8–12 week installation timeline.
Council members reviewed two playground equipment proposals assembled for the new ball-field area, discussed accessibility and drainage considerations, and asked staff to collect additional pricing and site-prep details before bringing a final recommendation back to the council.
The city applied to the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) last year for $50,000 toward a roughly $100,000 playground project; the proposals provided are intended to stay near that combined budget. Council members emphasized wheelchair access and sensory play features. Banner staff noted both vendors require site preparation before installation and that installation timelines from order to install were estimated at 8–12 weeks.
Council also raised drainage concerns because the existing playground area has experienced standing water; staff said they would examine grades and drainage tie-ins so the selected playground is located and prepared to avoid repeat flooding. Council members asked whether the city could perform site prep with in-house crews; staff said the city could prepare the site but would confirm specifics with vendors.
Why it matters: The playground is funded in part by LWCF and will serve families using the new ball fields; ensuring ADA access and addressing drainage avoids a repeat of standing-water problems at the existing playground.
Next steps: Staff will return with vendor clarifications, firm installation timelines, site-prep scope and final cost comparisons at a future meeting.
