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Playground Replacement Delayed At Dunham Park By 2 Weeks
The $180K project features separate units for ages 2 - 5 and 5-12, rock wall climbers, inclusive play pieces, and a 19' tall climbing net.
BASKING RIDGE, NJ — The $180,000 replacement of Harry Dunham Park playground is delayed causing the reopening to be pushed by two weeks.
The playground had initially been set to be closed from Aug. 29 through Sept. 16. However, "due to unanticipated equipment delivery delays, the playground will be closed through Sept. 30," said the township's Parks and Recreation Department.
"We promise it will be worth the wait," said the department.
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The playground is anticipated to reopen on Oct. 1.
All equipment at the park off Liberty Corner Road is being replaced except for the swings, said Jennifer Gander, Director of Township Parks & Recreation. Read More: $180K Playground Replacement At Dunham Park To Begin Monday
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The new playground features separate units for ages 2 - 5 and ages 5-12, rock wall climbers, inclusive play pieces, and a 19-foot tall net climbing structure.
The total cost was about $180,000, which was approved as part of the Township’s capital budget, said Gander.
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