Ribbon-cutting for the new Thompson Park Playground

AMARILLO – A unique collaboration between City of Amarillo (COA) departments has resulted in an even more unique playground for the entire Amarillo community.

Thanks to grant money from the COA Community Development Department, the COA Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) has funded the new Thompson Park Playground, a one-of-a-kind playground designed to welcome children and adults of all abilities.

A ribbon-cutting for the new Thompson Park Playground is set for 5:30 p.m. on Friday (October 17) at Thompson Park. The public is welcome to attend.

“The entire Amarillo community can appreciate this investment in our parks,” said PARD Director Michael Kashuba. “The Community Development Department grant made it all possible. We are excited to officially present this special playground to Amarillo.”

Funding for the playground was made possible through a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and bond totaling approximately $1.97 million. The playground provides play opportunities to children of all abilities in communities in the CDBG areas. The playground is designed to support many physical, sensory, cognitive and developmental needs. It promotes social interaction and ensures every child can participate in meaningful, active play.

“This playground is such an important investment in the future of the city,” said Community Development Managing Director Jason Riddlespurger. “We were thrilled to be able to help with the grant funding and to work with our Parks and Recreation Department. This is something the whole city can celebrate.”

For more information contact City of Amarillo Media Relations Manager Dave Henry at 806-378-5219 or by email at david.henry@amarillo.gov.

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Thanks,

David Henry

Media Relations Manager

Office of Engagement & Innovation

david.henry@amarillo.gov

O: 806-378-5219