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Council declares Cherry Farms playground surplus, approves $114,374 replacement amid liability and logistics concerns
Summary
After discussing liability, removal logistics and whether parts could be salvaged, the council declared Cherry Farms playground equipment surplus and approved $114,374 to purchase replacement equipment, while staff emphasized removal complexity and the need to coordinate timing with the contractor.
The South Weber City Council voted Feb. 25 to declare the Cherry Farms playground equipment surplus and to purchase replacement playground equipment for $114,374.
Council discussion focused on the condition of the existing playground, potential liability if parts were sold or removed piecemeal, and the logistics and cost of removing the structure. Parks staff (referred to in the meeting as Shay) said large sections are aggressive to remove and that deconstructing the unit could create additional liability and workload during busy spring maintenance season.
Some councilmembers asked whether individual pieces such as slides could be removed and sold; public‑works and parks staff warned that removing structural components could compromise integrity and create safety risks. Councilmembers discussed the option of allowing interested residents to pick up components only if they coordinated with the contractor removing the unit, and noted the city could hold an auction if the equipment retains value. Ultimately the council adopted Resolution 25‑07 declaring the equipment surplus and separately approved procurement of new Cherry Farms Park playground equipment at the clarified price of $114,374 after staff explained that playground chips and freight were omitted from the purchase to reach that figure.
Council also discussed procurement compliance and certification requirements for playground installations (CPSI and ASTM references). The replacement purchase was approved by roll call after clarification of the final option and price.
