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Council approves insurance‑funded replacement for East Side Playground after arson
Blaine City Council · September 3, 2025
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Summary
Following an arson incident that destroyed more than a third of the East Side Playground, the council approved using insurance funds to replace equipment at a discounted quote of $127,530 with insurance contribution of roughly $111,437 after deductible.
The council voted Sept. 3 to use insurance proceeds to replace the East Side Park playground that was damaged by arson on July 9.
Senior recreation manager Jerome told the council neighbors reported 15‑foot flames at the playground. The League of Minnesota Cities and playground…
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