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Council approves funding amendment for 'Aiden's Place' boundless playground project
Summary
The council approved an amended motion to fund and move forward with a Boundless Playground project called Aiden's Place in Westwood, following testimony from parents of a child with disabilities.
The Los Angeles City Council approved an amended motion to include an Aiden's Place inclusive playground project in the city's funding plan after parents described barriers disabled children face at conventional playgrounds.
Why it matters: The Boundless Playgrounds design aims to let children of all abilities play together; proponents said the new site will enable wheelchair access and inclusive play where many existing city parks lack surfacing and equipment that wheelchair users can use.
During public comment, a parent who identified herself as part of the Gaffney family said the project will allow children who use wheelchairs to access play equipment and avoid sitting on the sidelines. She noted Aiden's Place is "scheduled to be built behind the Federal Building in Westwood" and described the Westwood site as the second Boundless Playground on the West Coast.
Council action: Councilman Mike Feuer moved the item as amended; the motion carried on the roll call with an 11-0 tally. The council closed the public hearing and approved the item "forthwith." The council then moved on to other business.
Ending: Council members and parents expressed appreciation for the nonprofit and volunteer work supporting playgrounds designed for children with disabilities; the city approved the funding amendment and the project will proceed to implementation steps.
