'Children just didn’t come up during the public open houses, say planners. That’s not surprising. As anyone who has ever been to one can tell you, municipal open houses aren’t huge draws for busy, young families.'
Factually incorrect. Tis a shame the Journal didn't speak to DECL, the other park steering committee members or those more involved from the beginning.
Significant consultation and a community needs review was done. The green spaces/grass areas were meant for play, the fountain the same and the idea that you could add equipment or other items as needed to certain spaces. The site had finite amounts of things it could be used for and a balance was struck. Very similar parks WITHOUT play equipment were looked at in various cities and how kids and families used them.
McKay Ave at Dick Mather Park is looking at adding a playground.
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