Cambier Park Playground Project
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The History
Nestled in the heart of downtown, Cambier Park stands as a beloved oasis for residents and visitors alike. Established in the 1940s, Cambier Park has long served as a cherished retreat for relaxation and recreation for people of all ages. The current playground, constructed in the 1990s, is a testament to community spirit. Through a collaborative community effort, the current playground replaced the beloved Candy Cane City playground, a nostalgic landmark from the 1960s. Despite its popularity for residents and visitors of all ages, the existing playground has shown significant signs of wear and tear over the past decade, prompting extensive repairs. In the spring of 2022, during the Capital Improvements Projects (CIP) presentation to the Mayor and City Council, the necessity to replace the playground was brought to the forefront. The replacement of the playground is a pivotal step in ensuring the continued enjoyment and safety for this treasured community asset.
The Process
City staff have developed a conceptual design for the replacement playground. The renderings of the design can be viewed in the images below. The conceptual design is meant to generate conversation and serve as the foundation for envisioning the potential look of the replacement playground. Two public meetings were held to engage the community, and a public input survey is available from February 13, 2024, through March 17, 2024 to gather additional insights. We encourage community members to participate in shaping the final playground design, as this collaborative process is essential in meeting the needs of our community. The project will take several months to complete, and your involvement is crucial as we work together towards this important goal.
The Why
The current playground has served the community well for over 30 years. However, it has exceeded the expected life of a playground which is between 15 to 20 years. Some of the issues with the existing playground are:
- Structural and material deterioration
- Non-inclusive opportunities
- Falling short of current playground safety standards
- Maintenance challenges due to unavailability of replacement parts
