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Mercer Island staff advance "Woodsy Wonders" as preferred concept for Dean's Children's Park; public art options scoped for phase one
Summary
City staff told the Mercer Island Arts Council on Oct. 15 that a nature‑inspired design labeled “Woodsy Wonders” has emerged as the preferred concept for Dean’s Children’s Park after two rounds of public outreach and a Parks and Recreation Commission site visit.
City staff told the Mercer Island Arts Council on Oct. 15 that a nature‑inspired design labeled “Woodsy Wonders” has emerged as the preferred concept for Dean’s Children’s Park after two rounds of public outreach and a Parks and Recreation Commission site visit.
Shelby Peralta, Capital Parks manager, said staff began the project because the playground equipment “is really reaching the end of its useful life” and a site assessment showed other amenities — restrooms, the picnic shelter and paths — also need updates to meet accessibility standards. Peralta said the city’s 2022 system‑wide assessment placed Dean’s among five playgrounds prioritized in the…
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