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Commission reviews Phase 5 inclusive-playground plan; play structure quoted at about $287,000, impact fees cited at $414,000
Summary
Staff described Phase 5 as an inclusive playground (not a full inclusive park), cited a $287,000 initial quote for the play structure and approximately $414,000 in park impact fees available to the city; staff will work with the vendor and may reduce scope if needed.
Adam presented the Phase 5 inclusive‑playground map and described scope and funding for the project.
He said the project is being positioned as an "inclusive playground" rather than a full inclusive park because the site lacks amenities such as restrooms and additional parking that would define a full park. Adam said the commission previously approved the design and that a grant from GameTime and MRC will fund portions of the project.
Adam reported that the play structure itself has an initial quote of about $287,000. He also told the commission that roughly $414,000 sits in impact fees allocated to this park, but cautioned that the impact‑fee total is intended to cover development of the entire park rather than only the play structure. Staff said it will meet with the vendor and internal departments (community development, public works, city manager) to reconcile costs and, if necessary, return to the commission with a reduced scope.
Adam said representatives from the city of Dinuba, which recently completed a similar project, offered to share their experience. No final procurement, contract award or appropriation was recorded in the transcript.
