It’s been 6 years but the playground project is complete and the parents, children and community who worked to build it couldn’t be happier. Children in Spokane, Washington are enjoying a new universal playground. The new playground features a safe, environmentally-friendly and accessible surface made out of rubber.
“The playground, a project of the Spokane Regional Health District, was developed to provide increased physical activity opportunities to children with disabilities.
Parents of children with disabilities helped design the playground. It includes traditional playground elements like slides and swings as well as a climbing wall and a music area with drums and bells. The playground’s surface is flat and made of recycled rubber tiles to accommodate children in wheelchairs or walkers. All equipment is accessible by ramp.
The surface was similar to our rubber bond product that is a smooth, durable surface that doesn’t overheat in the hot summer months. Many community groups worked to ensure a successful project, including: Rotary clubs, the Spokane Regional Health District, Logan Neighborhood Council, Spokane Parks and Recreation Department, Spokane Parks Foundation, Spokane International Airport Fire Department, landscapers and many others pulled together to make the project happen.
The playground will be owned and maintained by Spokane Parks and Recreation. Check out Mission Park, located at 1210 E. Mission Ave., Spokane
