So progress is already being made on our park! We got a new slide installed yesterday by the skate park. Pictures will be coming soon. I haven't been able to head over there with my camera yet. Here is a small excerpt of my email from Glenna Overstreet, our Parks and Rec's Superintendent for the East side of Tucson...
We will be assessing the condition of the older playground near the Rita Rd. entrance tomorrow, and will let me know if repairs can be made. Unfortunately, this playground is beyond it's anticipated life span, and retro-fitting components/parts of the unit is very difficult. After his assessment, we will discuss if it would be in the best interest of everyone to remove the entire unit, especially if there are significant safety hazards. If we have an opportunity to do repairs, we will research the costs and let you know how much we would need. I appreciate your willingness to try and raise funds to help with this.
They are anticipating that a new play structure, with shading, landscaping, planning and construction will cost approx. $180,000. I know we will not be able to raise this amount to get a new play structure but every penny we can raise will help get our park fixed sooner. Please check out the blog again within the next few days for pictures of the new slide and hopefully some information about our Movie night!!
Jessica
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