HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-08-08 PACKET 08.B.City of
Cotta Grove
Minnesota
To:
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
From:
Zac Dockter, Parks and Recreation Director
CC:
Date:
July 27, 2012
Subject:
Handicap Accessible Playground Concept
Introduction
At the June Commission meeting, staff presented information on the concept of developing a large
handicap accessible playground in Cottage Grove. The commission expressed a desire to continue
discussion on such an endeavor.
Background
Staff has spent time reviewing the many different grant and design options for such a playground
facility. There are many organizations, groups and /or grant programs that may offer assistance
towards making this idea a reality. But ultimately it will take an investment from the community to make
it happen.
In order to not steer the idea phase in any one direction at this point, it would seem appropriate that the
idea be presented to the community to see if it can garner individuals interested in participating in a
grass -roots effort. If that group is formulated, it would likely proceed as follows with help and
advisement from Parks and Recreation staff and commissioners:
1. Formulation of team.
2. Introductions and development of goals and timeline of project.
3. Tour similar facilities.
4. Perform location matrix to find most suitable spot for concept.
5. Develop design concepts for playground.
6. Present concept(s) to Parks Commission and City Council for approval.
7. Develop press release and marketing information.
8. Research and seek grant opportunities.
9. Develop, implement and manage fundraising campaign.
10. Construction.
Recommendation
Provide staff direction in regards to the development of a handicap accessible playground.