Yuma County will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating a new, ADA-compliant, inclusive playground and additional accessibility upgrades at Kiwanis Park in Tacna.

The ceremony will be held 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, March 4 at Kiwanis Park, 8275 S. Avenue 40E in Tacna.

The improvements were made possible through a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) State Special Project competitive award administered by the Arizona Department of Housing. The total investment in the Kiwanis Park project is $500,000.

“This project is about making sure more families can fully enjoy their community park, including children and caregivers with mobility needs,” said District 3 Supervisor Darren Simmons.

The upgraded play and spectator areas include:

• Inclusive, ADA-compliant playground equipment with wheelchair-accessible surfacing.
• Aero Glider with ramp access, Accessible Whirl, swing set, and sensory play elements.
• Concrete walkways and ramps improving access throughout key areas.
• ADA amenities, including accessible tables, benches, dugout seating, and spectator bleachers.

Kiwanis Park is one of several county parks maintained by Yuma County Facilities Management. Park hours are 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. For park information, call 928-817-5100.

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