Why is the Sky Blue?
Because we understand that the beauty behind questions is a never-ending thirst for curiosity, we’ve started to assemble a few we often find ourselves fielding.
Why Laurel Hills Park?
In 1991 the “All Children’s Playground” was constructed by community volunteers at Laurel Hills Park. Due to change in codes and safety, the park needs to be taken down which makes the construction site accessible for a new and exciting playground where every detail takes into consideration children of all abilities. In addition the re-construction offers a unique opportunity to communicate back to the public that the initial goal of providing a safe place for children of all abilities by celebrating a “re-construction” of the playground 20 years later.
Who will maintain the playground once is it finished?
The City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department will maintain the park.
What kind of equipment will be available for children?
Based on discussions with physical therapists, parents and teachers of special needs children, the design of the playground will have the top priority and goal of being completely accessible by children with variety of physical limitations.
How is this an improvement over what is currently available?
Currently there is not a playground facility in Wake County that combines all of the activities accessible to special needs children.
How much will it cost to build?
Initial ROUGH estimates are $850,000-$1,000,000. The cost will be finalized after designs are selected.
When will the playground be ready?
Initial work plan took place in June 2009. Committees were recruited and in place by November 2009. Projected Construction of Playground will take place in Spring 2011.
