If you’ve been around Hessel Park in Champaign recently, you may have noticed some new construction going on to expand where C-U’s youngsters will be able to play. According to the Champaign Park District, the new playground construction is slated to be finished by the fall of 2016, and will not disrupt the current playground.
For more info, check out CPD’s press release here:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Champaign Park District Begins Hessel Park Playground Construction
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Andrew Weiss
217-819-3822
[email protected]Champaign, IL – The Champaign Park District has begun construction on a new playground in Hessel Park. Construction is estimated to end by fall 2016 and will not disrupt activity at the existing playground, which was installed over 20 years ago.
The new playground will feature a toddler play area (ages 2-5), as well as an area designed for children ages 5-12 years. Play features include multiple slides, climbing structures, a 3-story tower, prism sun catchers, accessible merry-go-round, and Expression swings – a dual swing designed for parent and toddler. The playground surface will be poured in place rather than mulch, improving accessibility.
After construction has ended, the previous playground will be removed to make way for a new spray park to debut in summer 2017. The playground and surrounding pathways are budgeted at $400,000, with overall park renovations estimated to cost $1.2 million. Included in the next phase of construction for fall 2016 is the new, larger spray park and new restroom facilities.