Katee N May 16th, 2010
The new equipment for the Maplewood-Alta Vista Park playground renovation has been ordered by the County Parks Department and was expected to be installed this spring.
Unfortunately, the Parks Department recently notified us that construction cannot begin without a permit. Prior to this year, the Parks Commission was not aware that it needed a permit to renovate existing playgrounds. Because this is a new process for the Parks Department, it is unclear exactly how long it will take to get the permit. Hopefully we’ll have a new playground in the next few months.
In the meantime, check out these images of the new design. Many thanks to Becky Umhofer and her committee, Sara Berl, Melanie Lacount, and Lynn Joseloff, for their hard work!
Tags: Maplewood-Alta Vista Park
Katee N April 28th, 2010
Donning bright red fire hats and patiently waiting their turn, children got the thrill of a ride in a NIH fire truck at the 2010 Maplewood Spring Social.
Families swarmed the Maplewood-Alta Vista Park to celebrate the return of this annual gathering to the neighborhood. DeeDee Lynch directed volunteers in order to create the fun-filled afternoon that included pizza, moon bounces, face painting, cupcakes and crafts.
Many thanks to DeeDee and others who helped make it happen.
Tags: Maplewood-Alta Vista Park, MCA
Katee N April 14th, 2010
On Feb. 5, 2010, the County Council announced the closure of the Maplewood-Alta Vista Park activity building, as well as those in 10 other county parks.
Park and Planning allowed a one-time use exception for the MCA Spring Social, but the building is otherwise closed. Future plans for the park activity buildings will be decided on a case-by-case basis.
The MCA is working to keep our building part of the community.
Tags: County Council, Maplewood-Alta Vista Park
