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Commission weighs repair vs. full replacement after playground slide found damaged
Summary
Commissioners reviewed quotes for repairing a cracked slide at Roy Memorial Park (repair ~$1,500 vs. full unit replacement ~$4,800), noted immediate safety concerns and asked staff to return with an amended quote for formal approval at the next meeting.
The Litchfield Recreation Commission on April 14 discussed safety concerns and repair options for a cracked playground slide at Roy Memorial Park and requested staff obtain an amended quote before approving work.
Commissioners reviewed two vendor estimates: a slide‑only replacement price (about $1,500) and a full replacement of the slide assembly including entrance and braces, with installation, at roughly $4,800. Members described the current condition as a safety risk — the damaged surface can cause scrapes and allows a child to catch a foot — and said the playground frame otherwise appears sound. Because a full fixture replacement may be planned as part of longer‑term playground upgrades, commissioners debated whether to repair the slide now or replace the entire assembly to avoid near‑term redundant work.
Commissioners noted that the playground product vendor (Miracle) supplied the quote and that about $100,000 in expendable account funds are available for repairs and projects presented previously. The commission asked staff to get an amended quote (to clarify exactly what is included and installation scope) and bring that revised estimate to the next meeting for a formal vote.
What happens next: staff will request an amended, itemized quote from the vendor, confirm installation scope and warranty, and present a recommendation and funding source for formal action at the next commission meeting.
