We invite you to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for Currie View Park (17260 153rd Street SE) which will take place on Friday, February 28 at 12pm.
The new play equipment includes features that: encourage multi-generational play; are ADA inclusive and intentionally break down physical and social barriers to play; a playful theme that enhances the visual appeal of the park; and advanced climbing challenges and motion activities that appeal to older children who seek a more adventurous play experience. Surfacing improvements such as the use of ADA approved rubberized surfacing are also part of the playground design as well as new seating areas, drinking fountain and fencing that will serve as a visual and physical barrier between the play area and parking lot. The overall footprint of the play area will be approximately 3 times larger than the previous play area at the park and will be sited closer to the frontage of the park for better public access. Special thanks go out to our Monroe community, especially the Currie View Park neighborhood residents that gave us great input on the overall design, colors and features for the new play facility during our design open house held last spring.
Northwest Playground Equipment was tasked to design and install the new play facilities for Currie View Park through an approved bid through King County Directors Association (KCDA) Purchasing Cooperative of which the City of Monroe is a member. Under the KCDA program, member public agencies may purchase eligible supplies, equipment, and factory-certified installation services at competitively-bid prices. Total project cost is $700,000, funded by Monroe City Council-approved Parks Capital Improvement Project Fund 317.
The project is set to begin March 3 and scheduled to be completed the end of April.