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Parks staff opens multi-year plan to replace playground; sinking fund holds $120,000
Summary
City staff told the commission the playground (installed circa 1999) is at end of life; a capital sinking fund currently holds $120,000 and staff estimated replacement and installation costs could range roughly $180,000–$220,000 depending on design and surfacing choices.
Greg, a parks staff member, said the playground installed in 1999 is near the end of its useful life and the city started a capital sinking fund now holding $120,000 toward replacement. He said smaller, modern replacement structures can be in the $180,000–$220,000 range once installation and footings are included, while large custom-themed installations at other sites have exceeded $800,000.
Commissioners discussed whether to preserve existing toddler and big-kid zones, combine swing areas to free space, add accessibility features and whether to invest in a engineered rubber surface or retain engineered wood fiber. Greg said staff will conduct targeted outreach to parents and kids next spring and refine a budget and scope to present in future meetings.
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