Hopkinsville Rotary Park will be the closest universal playground for several surrounding counties. Miracle Playgrounds of KY and TN has worked with the city on other parks in recent years and helped design the proposed park for Pardue Lane. Vice President of Sales and Operations, Josh Wagner says they will see the project through, including helping with funding sources.
click to download audioHe adds the playground is inclusive for kids of all ages, including parents and grandparents, and of all abilities, which means it will include easy access like ramps.
click to download audioSafety is one of the key factors Wagner says his company focuses on when creating playgrounds.
click to download audioBids for the playground will be opened on Thursday.
In other business, the City is purchasing land for Ascend Way with grant funds from the state. Chief Financial Officer, Melissa Clayton says they had over $200,000 left from a previous project.
click to download audioThe land will cost $250,000 with the Industrial Foundation covering the cost should the grant not.
