Powerhouse Park Tot Lot Renovation Project

NOTICE: THE TOT LOT WILL BE CLOSED FOR CONTRUCTION FROM DECEMBER 2022 THROUGH FEBRUARY 2023

A new tot lot is coming to Powerhouse Park. After 18 years, the elements and wear and tear from thousands of children have taken their toll on the playground overlooking 15th Street beach.

Plans call for replacing the equipment, rubberized surfacing and swing sets. A new, “ocean-themed” design includes a swing set, custom climbing structure that supports a wider range of age-appropriate play, sand pit table, and several small pieces of ground-based play equipment. The project also includes an upgraded drainage system and vegetation pruning to improve views. Hardscape, donor bricks, landscaping and the existing shade structure will remain as they are.

Timeline

Parks & Recreation Workshop 1	November 2021
Parks & Recreation Workshop 2	January 2022
Planning Commission/Design Review Board Completion	May 2022
City Council Approval	July 2022
Construction Bid Phase	August/September 2022
Construction	December 2022 - February 2023

Budget

Project costs are estimated at $376,000. Of that amount, $180,672 would be covered by a state grant, with $45,000 in required matching funds from the City. The Friends of the Powerhouse have pledged a minimum of $100,000 toward the project.

Donations can be made to the Friends of the Powerhouse.

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Past Actions

October 2022: City Council awards construction contract. Open staff report
July 2022: City Council approves permits and authorizes purchase of playground equipment. Open staff report
November 2021: Presentation made to Parks & Recreation Committee. Open Presentation
June 2021: City Council approves contracts tied to State grant funding. Open Staff Report

Contact

Clem Brown, Assistant City Manager, 858-755-9313 or cbrown@delmar.ca.us