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Blackstone Parks Committee approves purchase of playground sunshade; vendor to supply diagram
Summary
The Town of Blackstone Parks & Recreation Committee voted Dec. 9 to purchase a playground canopy after receiving a revised UltaPlay quote of $8,114 installed; the vendor will provide a siting diagram and installation is expected before spring.
The Town of Blackstone Parks & Recreation Committee voted Dec. 9 to buy a playground sunshade, approving a purchase after reviewing a revised vendor quote and siting questions.
Committee members reviewed a revised UltaPlay price that a member said “it's down to $8,114 installed,” reflecting a 14% equipment discount plus modest installation and shipping reductions. The committee discussed shipping timing, a possible $200 installation discount and $300 off shipping if the canopy can ship with other orders.
Members pressed for details about siting and accessibility. The committee agreed the canopy should sit inside the fenced playground for safety and provide accessible clearance for wheelchairs; members specifically decided against placing a picnic table under the canopy to discourage food there and noted two Trex benches will likely provide seating. The committee requested that the vendor produce a diagram showing the committee’s suggested placement and measurements.
Don moved to purchase the canopy and Bob seconded; the motion passed by voice vote with the caveat that the vendor supply a diagram and that installation be completed prior to the spring season. No dollar‑for‑dollar financing details were recorded at the meeting.
The committee’s next steps are to confirm final color selection, sign the purchase paperwork, and coordinate installation timing with DPW and Adam (parks staff).
