The Northwest Recreation Center’s playground improvements will focus on ADA accessibility and the installation of a new accessible play equipment. In addition to the play equipment, the surrounding landscape will also benefit from the new solar lighting, nature playscape, seating blocks, improved site drainage, mulch, and other site amenities such as recycling trash cans and a bench. This project is in the construction phase. District 7
Project Description
The new playground equipment includes a shaded structure, slides, climbing elements, sensory play elements, an interactive panel frame, spinning world map, and seating blocks in a circular shape for small gatherings.
Objectives
- Provide challenging and fun play opportunities for neighborhood children and for participants of the recreation center programs
- Create spaces for social harmony
- Improve accessibility for all users
- Improve site conditions, such as drainage, and provide site amenities
Anticipated Schedule
The proposed schedule below is subject to change and will be updated as needed.
- Summer 2022: Design and permitting
- Fall 2022: Construction begins
- Winter 2022-2023: Shipment of playground equipment scheduled for March (shipment was delayed due to material shortage).
- Late Spring 2023: New features available for public use
Funding & Resources
This project will be funded through 2018 general obligation bonds.
Contact
For more information, please contact Leslie Perez, PARD Project Coordinator by E-mail or at 512-974-9473.
Information on this page is subject to change
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