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CITY OF MORGAN HILL
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
2017-2022 Six-Year Capital Improvement Program
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Project
Inclusive Playground
Project No.
137015
Category
Parks & Recreation
Department
Community Services
Council Priorities
Enhancing Public Safety, Supporting Youth
Location
Community Park
Project Description
A Morgan Hill Inclusive Playground Committee (a Morgan Hill Community Foundation Affiliate) are actively
working on the planning and fundraising to build an inclusive playground for the Morgan Hill Community.
Inclusive playgrounds provide play opportunities for all children, including those with disabilities. The location of
the facility is planned for Community Park. Concept designs will be complete in May of 2016 and the group will
begin formal fundraising at that time. The City previously funded the concept design for approximately $100,000
and committed an additional $300,000 to support construction. It is envisioned that the community will raise the
additional $3.5 million to fund the playground.
Project Justification
The development of a universally accessible playground supports a number of the City Council's Priorities and
Goals, including: Supporting Youth, Preserving and Cultivating Public Trust, and Stimulating Economic
Development. This project will be volunteer and community driven in both funding and design of the facility.