Council approves $275,000 contract to replace playground at JB Sandlin Park

The council approved a contract March 9 to replace commercial playground equipment at JB Sandlin Park.

Adrienne (staff) described the selection process: six proposals were received and evaluators considered play value, durability, maintenance, parts availability and warranty. A five‑member selection committee recommended the top proposer, and staff negotiated a final contract amount of $275,000, in line with the fiscal‑year capital improvement budget of $280,000. Adrienne said the existing playground had been installed in 2001 and that replacement parts were no longer available.

Council member comments noted inclusion of shade structures in the selected design. The motion to award the contract was moved and seconded; council approved the contract by unanimous vote. Staff said delivery and installation will be completed within 70 days of notice to proceed.