Playground set to be dismantled; Board researches replacement, relocation


If you’ve been to the playground at the Clubhouse recently, you’ve seen the deteriorated condition of the structures and the surrounding terrain. A recent inspection revealed that the center beam on one of the structures was split, the equipment was rusted in key spots and the slide was cracked, not to mention the horrid surrounding surface conditions.

The Board didn’t want anyone getting hurt, of course, so members voted during the March meeting to have the current set dismantled and removed.

Efforts are underway to research replacement options as well as relocation to a site near the front of the Clubhouse (The current site is too unstable and eventually will require massive landscape grading to preserve the hillside and surrounding trees.).

A small committee led by resident Kerri Switzer has been formed to research the playset project. If you are interested in helping, please contact Kerri at kmmswitzer@roche.com or ENPOA President Scott Thien at scottthien@comcast.net and we’ll get you plugged in. Volunteering on the committee would be a great way for families to make a lasting contribution to our wonderful neighborhood and help select something children would actually use.

The Board will discuss and review playground options during its next meeting at 7 p.m., Sunday, April 27, at the Clubhouse. Interested residents are encouraged to attend, of course. The playground will be the first issue on the agenda for those who don’t want to stay for the entire meeting (although residents are welcome to attend any time).

-- Submitted by Scott Thien

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