Construction set for new playground at Southeast Portland park
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Construction will soon begin on a new playground coming to Raymond Park in Southeast Portland.
Portland Parks & Recreation announced on Feb. 25 that construction is expected to start in the spring. The playground, designed for ages 2 to 12, will include a new swing set, jungle gym, rubber safety tiles, a splash pad and more.
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Construction is expected to take two to four months to complete and be ready for use in the summer of 2025. Raymond Park's loop walking path, basketball court and other areas will remain open during the construction.
Portland Parks Foundation Executive Director Jessica Green will make the park more accessible to children of various ages.
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'Raymond Park is a gathering hub for the neighborhood in every season, and we are excited for a new playground with accessible features appealing to a wide range of ages,' Green said. 'Welcoming, inclusive play spaces are at the heart of an activated, safe, thriving parks system.'
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