Briardale Lake Park

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Review the two options for Briardale Park playground below. Select which option you prefer.

Option 1 

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Unique elements of this playground option include shade fabric, musical elements, and a zip line element. Accessible and standard swing options are also included for ages 2-12. Ground cover is a mix of wood chips and rubberized safety surfacing. This design emphasizes active play for ages 5-12 with a wide variety of climbing elements, slides, towers and a log roll feature.

Option 2

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This playground design features three standard swings, one accessible swing and a bucket-style swing for toddlers. Rubberized safety surfacing is used strategically to improve access to play elements and will chip surfacing will be used throughout the remainder of the play area. This design features a shade umbrella, two slides, and a variety of climbing, balancing and sensory play features.

Option 1 Preferences

Option 2 Preferences

Recommendations for the redevelopment of Briardale Park include:

• Replace playground equipment meeting broader range of challenge levels and age groups (consider some inclusive features) with ADA compliant playground surfacing (engineered wood fiber) and rubber surfacing or tiles at primary access points and high-water areas
• Replace basketball court and tennis court when necessary with adjacent seating and viewing areas
• New picnic shelter with 2-4 tables (permanent restrooms optional)
• Site furnishings with common characteristic (benches, tables, receptacles, bike racks, drinking fountain, etc.)
• Loop walk system and added walk connections for improved accessibility

View the full recommendation document (PDF)