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A New and Improved Playground
The playground at AC Hanson Park was installed in 1998, making it28 years old. The old playground will be replaced with a brand-new, freshly designed playground.The new playground will have upgraded safety surfacing, transitioning from sand to a combination of engineered wood fiber (EWF) and poured-in-place (PIP) rubber.It will feature play equipment for ages 2–5 and 5–12, thoughtfully designed with ADA-accessible features to welcome kids of all abilities.Additional playground amenities include new asphalt paving, bike racks, and benches.
Existing Playground at AC Hanson ParkConnecting Parks, Paths, and Play
This playground reconstruction presents an exciting opportunity for the community. Currently, the AC Hanson playground is located just east of Maura Lane. Milwaukee County Parks is exploring the option of relocating the playground slightly west—less than half a mile—from its current location, just off 70th Street.
If this option moves forward, the playground would be located within Kohl Park. The two parks are already connected via informal paths.The soon-to-be constructed extension of the Oak Leaf Trail through Kohl Park will create a safer, more welcoming connection, and improve access for both surrounding neighborhoods.
The decision to reconstruct the playground in its current location or move it slightly west will be guided by what best serves the surrounding community, aligns with Parks’ priorities and long-term vision, and is feasible for the project. The Parks team is committed to actively engaging with the public to gather feedback and ensure community voices help shape this decision.
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A New and Improved Playground
The playground at AC Hanson Park was installed in 1998, making it28 years old. The old playground will be replaced with a brand-new, freshly designed playground.The new playground will have upgraded safety surfacing, transitioning from sand to a combination of engineered wood fiber (EWF) and poured-in-place (PIP) rubber.It will feature play equipment for ages 2–5 and 5–12, thoughtfully designed with ADA-accessible features to welcome kids of all abilities.Additional playground amenities include new asphalt paving, bike racks, and benches.
Existing Playground at AC Hanson ParkConnecting Parks, Paths, and Play
This playground reconstruction presents an exciting opportunity for the community. Currently, the AC Hanson playground is located just east of Maura Lane. Milwaukee County Parks is exploring the option of relocating the playground slightly west—less than half a mile—from its current location, just off 70th Street.
If this option moves forward, the playground would be located within Kohl Park. The two parks are already connected via informal paths.The soon-to-be constructed extension of the Oak Leaf Trail through Kohl Park will create a safer, more welcoming connection, and improve access for both surrounding neighborhoods.
The decision to reconstruct the playground in its current location or move it slightly west will be guided by what best serves the surrounding community, aligns with Parks’ priorities and long-term vision, and is feasible for the project. The Parks team is committed to actively engaging with the public to gather feedback and ensure community voices help shape this decision.
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Plan
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During the planning stage we complete site surveys, feasibility studies, and gather additional information to develop project goals, outcomes and budgets.
Concept Design
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This early stage includes concept development and determination of design options based on the project's goals.
Public Engagement
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This step aims to inform the public about the project and collect their feedback to help shape the final design. The public might be asked for input on the overall project or specific design concepts.
Final Design
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This stage includes final design and engineering plans. Once design is complete, we develop technical renderings and construction plan documents.
Construction Ready
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During this stage requests for bids are issued and contractors are selected. Sometimes projects may wait in this stage until construction funding is secured.
Construction
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Construction is underway and will follow the construction plan - which may include several phases. During this stage facility and road closures may be needed.
In Use
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The project is open to the public for use.
Close Out
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Construction has ended and final reviews are underway.
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