KidStreet Construction Officially Begins In Bridgewater

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Construction on the beloved KidStreet Playground in Bridgewater is officially underway, announced the Township.

"Many of you may remember that last year we initiated the process to improve KidStreet and give it a facelift. Today we are pleased to let our residents know that construction has officially begun," said Bridgewater Township Government on Wednesday.

KidStreet playground off Garretson Road will remain open to the public during construction. However, the Township asked visitors to "respect any areas that have been cordoned off for your safety. These restricted areas will move around the park as work is completed."

In July 2023, the Township Council awarded a contract to TC Landscape Construction Group Incorporated for the rehabilitation of KidStreet playground. Read More: KidStreet Playground Repairs To Cost $166K In Bridgewater

The project, funded through the Local Recreation Improvement Grant with a match from the Bridgewater Open Space Fund, totals $166,000 for park repairs and restoration.

The project includes labor and materials to complete the repairs including asphalt roofing and fasteners, pressure washing and staining all existing fencing and playground features inside and out.

The project will also install new fence top rails to re-secure and replace 4X4 fenceposts in certain areas, replace seat and backboard benches, and replace seating boards at the sandbox.

Additionally, there will be a roof replacement of sheathing and the 30-year shingles of the play post office.

The project had initially been scheduled to begin in the early Fall after pre-construction meetings were completed.

The project completion is expected within two months, weather permitting. The Township will provide the public with updates as construction proceeds.

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