The city of Apopka has announced the next steps in bringing a brand-new all-inclusive playground to the Northwest Recreation Complex.
The existing playground will be closing Monday, November 18, with construction of the new playground beginning late January 2025. The new parking areas and exit roadway are planned to begin construction soon thereafter.
The all-inclusive playground project will include installation of new play structures, swings, slides, We-Go-Rounds, ZipKrooz, a children’s play area, accessible pathways, a sensory garden, and additional enhancements, including new parking areas and a new exit roadway to Jason Dwelley Parkway.
The city of Apopka created the project scope with support from Unlimited Capabilities and the Halliday Foundation, who have donated funding and expertise to develop an inclusive playground that the Apopka community can take pride in.
Unlimited Capabilities’ mission is, “…to provide members of our community with special needs or disabilities opportunities that foster independence and community connection by offering recreational activities, scholarships, and sponsorships,” according to the nonprofit’s website.
According to a press release from the city of Apopka, Unlimited Capabilities’ mission aligns with the inclusive playground project, as it will bring a new play space to the community for all to enjoy.
Unlimited Capabilities has committed $110,000 toward the project, with $100,000 of that donation coming from one of their long-time funding partners, the Halliday Foundation, and the other $10,000 coming from Unlimited Capabilities directly.
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