Recent Projects
Sophia Travis Playscape
The Monroe County Parks and Recreation Foundation has supported this accessible playscape since it’s installation in 2009. With additional support from the Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, four new pieces of equipment were installed at the Sophia Travis Playscape in the spring of 2021. Designed for integration, accessibility, and inclusion, the new features consist of a We-Go-Round, Stationary Cycler, Geoplex Climbing Panel, and an Oodle swing. In addition to the new equipment, the playground surface was replaced with SMARTE Playground Safety Surface System.
Shelter #1 Playground
In 2021, the playground and surface at the Karst Farm Park Playground near shelter #1 was updated and replaced with Landscape Structures equipment and SMARTE Playground Safety Surface System. The nature themed, universally accessible equipment includes structures for ages 2-5 as well as 5-12. The Karst Farm Park shelter #1 Playground project was supported by the Monroe County Parks and Recreation Foundation and the Monroe County Commissioners.
Flatwoods Playground
In 2023, the playground at Flatwoods Park was updated and replaced with Landscape Structures equipment and resurfaced with SMARTE Playground Safety Surface System. The new surface and equipment were specifically chosen to provide sensory play opportunities and to enhance universal access for all users. In addition to new equipment and resurfacing, four new shade cantilevers will be installed around the playground. Additionally, the Flatwoods Playground was supported by the Community Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County, and the Monroe County Commissioners.
New Projects
The Monroe County Parks and Recreation Foundation continues to support initiatives that are consistent with the Monroe County Parks and Recreation 5 year master plan.