The Lawn at the Library Playground

Installed a new playground at The Lawn at the Library (1200 Lakeshore Drive), creating a family-friendly outdoor space connected to the Mabel C. Fry Public Library — the first playground ever at this location. This farm-themed 2–5 year old play area features slides, climbing features, play panels, chicken steppers, hay bales, animal bouncers, benches, picnic table, playdozer, belt swings, and toddler swings. The entire area is turfed and largely shade covered, fenced for safety, with sidewalks added on the north and south sides and parking spots on the south side. Five trees were relocated from City Park and Freedom Trail Park. Installed by Happy Playgrounds and completed February 27, 2026. Cost breakdown: Playground $167,273 + Fencing $14,750 + Sidewalks $7,100 + Boulder Sign $6,418 + Parking Spots $15,050 + Tree relocations $4,700 = Total $215,291. Still to come: pavilion area with concrete and picnic tables.

What it means: $215,291 total — first-ever playground at the Mabel C. Fry Library, farm-themed play area for ages 2–5