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MANAGE
THE BUDGET
» Yearly maintenance will include turf
maintenance, replanting species, and
temporary materials (i.e., hay) and will be
covered by Parks Department.
» Funding for temporary events will be
included and covered by Parks Department
or local sponsor.
THE WORKFORCE
» Routine maintenance and upkeep will come
from Parks Department or volunteers.
THE ROUTINE INSPECTION
» Inspection frequency will be based
seasonally and by type of play feature.
» Inspection forms provided by Parks
Department shall be used and retained per
records retention requirements.
THE YEARLY INSPECTION
» Yearly inspections will be conducted by
a CPSI trained individual using a form
developed by Parks Department and
retained per records retention requirements.
THE PROGRAMMING & EVALUATION
» After two years of use, the success,
effectiveness, and future of the natural
playscape will be evaluated.
FAMILIAR PLAY AREA
Blending conventional
play equipment (e.g.,
saucer swings) with
the natural experience
provides for purposeful
play without taking away
from the focus on creative
play in the outdoors
A spray ground designed
for hot summer afternoons
and inclusive participation
will be the draw for children
to discover other natural
features within this play area
The corn labyrinth is a play
feature that changes through the
seasons. This feature can also
be formed of sunflowers, native
grasses, or soft shrubs to create
an interesting sensory experience
Accessible
path
An earth mound
bridge planted in low
groundcover and framed
within wood timbers
can encourage running
across or crawling under
INSPIRATION PLAN DESIGN MANAGE EXAMPLES
