Edgewater Park Playground Renovation To Begin In March

DUNEDIN, FL — Dunedin Parks & Recreation is renovating the preschool playground area and swing sets at Edgewater Park, 51 Main St. Dunedin. The park currently features two separate playground areas; one for preschool (2-5 year olds) and one for 5-12 year olds.

Edgewater Park is one of Dunedin’s most popular park destinations and a popular site for families to bring their children to play or gather for celebrations. The preschool playground and both swing sets have reached their useful life and are due for replacement. With the location of the playground next to the Dunedin Marina, the Edgewater Playground has a nautical theme with aqua tone colors, sea life and life ring panels, and wooden planks.

The most recent addition of playground equipment at Edgewater Park was done in 2017 with extra consideration for inclusive design and with the support from the GFWC Women’s Club of North Pinellas and the Disability Advisory Committee. The school-age unit included multi-generational and barrier-free equipment including a wheelchair accessible rocking boat and a merry-go-round with raised seat backs for additional support. Staff has worked diligently to expand upon the inclusive design. The new swing sets will include an ADA swing with a molded seat back and harness. Additionally, a “parent and child” swing set will be installed so families can swing together.

An additional feature will also include a large shade canopy that will cover the new equipment protecting users from the harsh Florida sun and providing for an enjoyable experience throughout the year. Picnic tables will be located under the shade canopy, providing a 360-degree view of the entire playground and allowing parents and guardians to simultaneously keep an eye on children of different ages at both the 2-5 year old and 5-12 year old playground areas.

Preparations and demolition of the existing preschool playground will begin Monday, March 1st. The existing playground area for 5-12 year olds will need to be closed during renovation. The estimated completion and re-opening date is May 1.

Edgewater Park and playground is located 51 Main St, Dunedin, near the Dunedin Marina.

For more information, contact Dunedin Parks & Recreation at 727-812-4530 or visit www.DunedinGov.com/parksandrec.

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