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Federal Way councilors press for funding plan for inclusive playgrounds while approving Connor Park equipment

Parks, Recreation, Human Services and Public Safety Committee · January 14, 2026
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Summary

Committee accepted Connor Park's new playground and spent extended time discussing an ‘all-abilities’ inclusive playground (estimated over $1 million), funding constraints (decline in REIT allocations) and options including fundraising, corporate donors, and prioritization in the next budget cycle.

The committee forwarded final acceptance of new playground equipment at Connor Park to the Jan. 20 consent agenda and held an extended policy discussion about funding and prioritizing an all-abilities (inclusive) playground across the city.

Parks staff told the committee that the Connor Park installation by Cascade Mini Excavating Inc. is complete and recommended acceptance; the installation cost was reported as $28,775.42 with total project…

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