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Health & Fitness

Payne Park Playground Temporarily Closes Sept. 23

With tens of thousands of children and visitors enjoying the Payne Park playground since it opened in June 2012, the heavy usage requires an annual inspection and subsequent maintenance. The playground will be temporarily closed for approximately two weeks beginning Monday, September 23 to inspect, clean and maintain the play equipment.

The following items are under warranty and will be replaced:

·         Swings

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·         Children’s bridge

·         Crawling tunnel

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In addition, the shade sails over the toddler play area will be replaced with one large canopy; more drains will be installed at the splash pad; a curb will be installed around the perimeter of the play area sidewalk; and, the mulch around the trees will be replaced with a different material.

As part of the safety inspection, every fastener on the playground will be checked.

It is anticipated the playground will reopen on or before Monday, October 7.

For more information contact Neil Gaines, project manager:  941-365-2200 ext. 6309.

 








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