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Parents and nonprofit propose inclusive sensory playground pilot for children on the autism spectrum
Summary
Speakers at public comment asked the council to consider a 750-square-foot pilot inclusive play and sensory regulation space in a city park to serve children on the autism spectrum; presenters said the space would accommodate 7–10 children and could be scaled to other cities.
Herriman — During public comment, Antonio Valena and Maria Victoria of Lean Wings Diversity Foundation outlined a proposal for a 750-square-foot inclusive playground pilot to serve children on the autism spectrum and their families.
Maria Victoria described caregiving challenges and said the pilot would divide the space into adaptive sensory play, a calm/emotional-regulation area and a caregiver zone. She said the space would accommodate seven to 10 children at a time and that the foundation hopes to use a local pilot to inform future legislative proposals and expansion to other Utah cities. "Inclusion should not remain just a concept but become a reality in our public parks," Maria Victoria said.
Council members thanked the presenters and asked staff to follow up about site selection and a meeting to discuss details.
Why it matters: The proposal aims to make public parks accessible and usable for children with sensory needs. A pilot would carry modest capital and operating implications but may inform later funding or design decisions for city parks.
Next steps: Staff to meet with the proposers to discuss timing, site considerations, and any needed budget or partnership steps.
