Overview
Construction on a new play area in Acacia Park is complete!
The new play area complements the summer fun and bright colors of the beloved Uncle Wilber Fountain. The new playground was built in the same location as the previous one, expanding north of the fountain. New trees and water-wise plants were also added to the area.
The new playground equipment includes a unique Ninja Warrior-like climbing structure offering endless routes for imaginative play and adventure, plus a tot lot with rubberized climbing features, slide and spinner.
History
Funding
The cost of the new play area is $900,000. Funding sources include $300,000 from the El Pomar Foundation and $600,000 from voter-approved 2B, a program that includes park improvements citywide. Voters approved ballot issue 2B in the November 2019 election, which allowed the City to keep $7 million in excess 2018 Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) revenue for specified park projects that would have otherwise been refunded to Colorado Springs taxpayers.
Playground Renderings
Construction Progress as of June 13, 2022
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