Title
Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the purchase of a replacement playscape at Stewart Park from Heartland Play in the amount of $292,670.
Summary
DATE: June 21, 2022
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Joseph Brown, Executive Director of Recreation Services
SUBJECT: Stewart Park Playscape
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Recreation Services (RS) is seeking to replace the playscape at Stewart Park. The previous playscape was installed 28 years ago in 1994 and is in terrible condition with graffiti and safety concerns throughout. As a result, RS staff removed the play structure from Stewart Park. Stewart Park is classified as a neighborhood park of 9.4 acres. Best management practices recommend replacement or updating playgrounds every 8-10 years after its original installation date. Stewart Park is a neighborhood park that has very limited park usability today. Replacing the previous playscape will increase user value to the community it serves. There are several park amenities that we plan to renovate, replace and/or add using designated ARPA funds aimed at reactivating Stewart Park. The recommendation to replace this playground aligns and is consistent with our Parks Master Plan, with a goal to re-activate the park.
RS has received a quote from Heartland Play in the amount of $292,670 for two (2) play units. One play unit is for children ages 5 - 12 and the smaller unit is for children 2-5 years old. The quote includes two (2) cantilever shades, two (2) SED shades, hooded trash receptacle, pour and play surface and installation. Once purchased, delivery time is 12 weeks with a 4-6 week build time. Upon ordering the playground, we expect to conduct a ribbon cutting on November 15, 2022.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
Option 1 - Do not approve the purchase and installation of the replacement playscape for Stewart Park
Option 2 - Approve the purchase and installation of the replacement playscape for Stewart Park
Which alternative is recommend...
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