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April 24, 2024
The playground replacement will be starting the week of April 29, 2024. The contractor will be setting up fences and begin removing the existing structure.
May 24, 2023:
Thank you to everyone who participated in the public consultation. Option B was preferred by 60% of those who responded to the survey and will be installed next spring.
In general, the submissions included the following comments:
There are many structures similar to Option A in nearby parks
Option B has a better variety of equipment for all ages
More climbing and free play in Option B
Climber in Option B is something different from nearby parks
Place play area further from path
Neither option offers as much play equipment as is there currently
Option B will allow for more ages to enjoy the park
Option A is more inclusive for infants and toddlers
Option A has more options for school aged children
Prefer the more traditional play structure in Option A
An update regarding the construction timeline will be posted to Engage Ottawa following the public tender process.
The City of Ottawa is seeking input on concept plans prepared for the lifecycle replacement of the playground equipment in Crossing Bridge Park.
According to the Strategic Asset Management Plan (2017), the Ageing Assets Strategy states that “to maintain levels of service over time and to remain sustainable, not all assets should or can be replaced before reaching the end of their expected service life.”
Therefore, the scope of the current lifecycle replacement project is specific to; a pathway replacement from the west park entrance to the play structure, a new park sign, a sand play area, and replacement of the play structure and swings. Engineered wood fiber is proposed as the protective surfacing material for the playground to meet accessibility requirements.
Two different concept plans with images of the proposed playground equipment options are located in the Document Library on this page. Residents are invited to complete the survey and provide comments on the play equipment options.
A summary of public comments and the preferred option will be posted to this website upon completion of the public consultation.
Construction to commence 2024, pending budget approval.
April 24, 2024
The playground replacement will be starting the week of April 29, 2024. The contractor will be setting up fences and begin removing the existing structure.
May 24, 2023:
Thank you to everyone who participated in the public consultation. Option B was preferred by 60% of those who responded to the survey and will be installed next spring.
In general, the submissions included the following comments:
There are many structures similar to Option A in nearby parks
Option B has a better variety of equipment for all ages
More climbing and free play in Option B
Climber in Option B is something different from nearby parks
Place play area further from path
Neither option offers as much play equipment as is there currently
Option B will allow for more ages to enjoy the park
Option A is more inclusive for infants and toddlers
Option A has more options for school aged children
Prefer the more traditional play structure in Option A
An update regarding the construction timeline will be posted to Engage Ottawa following the public tender process.
The City of Ottawa is seeking input on concept plans prepared for the lifecycle replacement of the playground equipment in Crossing Bridge Park.
According to the Strategic Asset Management Plan (2017), the Ageing Assets Strategy states that “to maintain levels of service over time and to remain sustainable, not all assets should or can be replaced before reaching the end of their expected service life.”
Therefore, the scope of the current lifecycle replacement project is specific to; a pathway replacement from the west park entrance to the play structure, a new park sign, a sand play area, and replacement of the play structure and swings. Engineered wood fiber is proposed as the protective surfacing material for the playground to meet accessibility requirements.
Two different concept plans with images of the proposed playground equipment options are located in the Document Library on this page. Residents are invited to complete the survey and provide comments on the play equipment options.
A summary of public comments and the preferred option will be posted to this website upon completion of the public consultation.
Construction to commence 2024, pending budget approval.
