Friday, October 28, 2011

Initial Site Survey: Municipal Park


Our first impression of Municipal Park was rather disappointing due to several reasons. 

  • The park is right next to an electrical power source, which is very dangerous to the children 




  • Although separated by a tall fence, a busy intersection is right next to the park





  • Tall bushes invade the park, making it hard for children to roam




  • The park is in decent shape, simply just too small





  • The step ladders are high, which may make it harder for some children to climb



  • The walking surface is not very comfortable or soft, which may increase the children's risk for injury



  • Very sharp corners for the base of the teeter-totter, increasing risk for injury



  • Swing is high off the ground, which makes it difficult for some children to use



  • Random stomps appear throughout the park, increasing risk for injury



  • Step ladder again high off the ground



  • Very small park



  • Cell phone tower right next to the park, making it unwelcoming 





  • Millage fund used for restroom and concession, not for the actual park




  • Baseball field could be utilized more efficiently, but the gates are closed often




  • Gas station and liquor store surrounds the park, not supporting a family atmosphere




  • Non-functioning lamp, making the park unsafe 





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