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City outlines replacement plan for Wiggins Hollow playground after fire; insurance, deductible discussed

Everett City Council · November 20, 2025
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Summary

Parks staff said a fire on Oct. 27 destroyed the Wiggins Hollow playground; quotes received indicate a like-for-like replacement is planned, and staff said the city's $500,000 deductible makes insurance impractical for full replacement of an $800,000 playground.

Parks staff told Everett City Council on Nov. 19 that the Wiggins Hollow playground was destroyed by fire on Oct. 27 and that the Parks Department is moving to replace the facility.

Bob Leonard, parks and facilities, said the city fenced and secured the site, worked with Everett Fire and the Everett Police…

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