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Playground surfacing delayed to spring; commission reviews capital projects, pickleball design and pond testing plans

New Canaan Park and Recreation Commission · March 11, 2026
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Summary

Playground equipment is installed but surfacing requires sustained 50°F temperatures and completion may shift into May. Commissioners reviewed capital priorities (irrigation, field improvements, paddle‑court heaters), confirmed pickleball courts are funded and in design, and asked staff to increase pond water testing; Margaret Riley will present an update in April.

Park staff reported progress and timeline changes on several capital projects during the commission meeting.

Ryan said most playground equipment for the new site is installed but that the stone base and poured or bonded surfacing require about a week of consistent temperatures above 50°F; that criterion pushed expected completion from April into May. Staff said they will complete topsoiling, install seating and anchor donated benches and will share bench‑donation…

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