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Parks & Rec. outlines inclusive-playground plans, splash pad timetable and pros-plan county recommendation

West Chester Borough Public Works Committee · December 10, 2025

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Summary

Parks and Recreation reviewed inclusive-playground planning for Hoops Park, demolition and imminent installation at Horace Pippin Park, and a target Memorial Day 2026 timeline for the John O'Green splash pad contingent on a possible $250,000 DCED grant; the borough pros plan received positive county VPP comments.

Keith Kowalski, director of parks and recreation, told the committee the Hoops Park playground is in design with an eye toward inclusive features for sensory-sensitive and mobility-impaired children. He said demolition at Horace Pippin Park is complete and crews are ready to install new playground…

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