Maplewood Playground Renovation Project

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Maplewood Park Playground – Now Open!

We’re excited to announce that the newly renovated playground at Maplewood Park is now open and ready to enjoy! A huge thank you to the community for your patience during the renovation! We’re excited to see the playground come to life as a vibrant place for families and children to connect and play.


History

Maplewood Park’s playground has served children for nearly 20 years and was in need of upgrades to replace aging equipment, include safety surfacing, enlarge the playbox area slightly, and introduce new features to enhance fun and safety. Since 2018, the city has replaced five playgrounds, making Maplewood Park playground the sixth playground replacement project.


Project process

Maplewood Park has a major utility easement running through the center of the site; coordination with the utility provider on approval of the playground expansion and future tree planting areas occurred at the start of the project. Additionally, a gap in ADA accessibility was identified, leading to the project scope adding an ADA accessible path connecting the sidewalk to the ballfield seating area.

Community engagement occurred in two phases. First, to introduce the project and site constraints. Second, an opportunity for the neighborhood to vote on the playground designs. AllPlay Systems’ design was the clear favorite and final refinements were taken from community input.

The final touches will occur later in 2026 with tree plantings to add more shade in the park. The final touches will occur this spring with tree plantings to the south and west of the playground.

What is being added?

As part of the project, the playground will have the following improvements:

  • Updated Play Equipment: The playground now features brand-new play equipment for children of all ages, including slides, swings, monkey bars, and climbing structures
  • New Fitness Equipment: including stations for pull-ups, sit-ups, and push-ups
  • ADA Accessibility: New pathways to make the park fully accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy the space.

Funding

The project was funded through the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), specifically Property Tax/B&O Tax and Real Estate Excise Tax Funds.


Future and ongoing improvements and maintenance

The park will continue to receive regular maintenance alongside our other 33 city parks. Evaluations of existing park amenities are currently under discussion as we explore long-term solutions.

Maplewood Park Playground – Now Open!

We’re excited to announce that the newly renovated playground at Maplewood Park is now open and ready to enjoy! A huge thank you to the community for your patience during the renovation! We’re excited to see the playground come to life as a vibrant place for families and children to connect and play.


History

Maplewood Park’s playground has served children for nearly 20 years and was in need of upgrades to replace aging equipment, include safety surfacing, enlarge the playbox area slightly, and introduce new features to enhance fun and safety. Since 2018, the city has replaced five playgrounds, making Maplewood Park playground the sixth playground replacement project.


Project process

Maplewood Park has a major utility easement running through the center of the site; coordination with the utility provider on approval of the playground expansion and future tree planting areas occurred at the start of the project. Additionally, a gap in ADA accessibility was identified, leading to the project scope adding an ADA accessible path connecting the sidewalk to the ballfield seating area.

Community engagement occurred in two phases. First, to introduce the project and site constraints. Second, an opportunity for the neighborhood to vote on the playground designs. AllPlay Systems’ design was the clear favorite and final refinements were taken from community input.

The final touches will occur later in 2026 with tree plantings to add more shade in the park. The final touches will occur this spring with tree plantings to the south and west of the playground.

What is being added?

As part of the project, the playground will have the following improvements:

  • Updated Play Equipment: The playground now features brand-new play equipment for children of all ages, including slides, swings, monkey bars, and climbing structures
  • New Fitness Equipment: including stations for pull-ups, sit-ups, and push-ups
  • ADA Accessibility: New pathways to make the park fully accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy the space.

Funding

The project was funded through the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), specifically Property Tax/B&O Tax and Real Estate Excise Tax Funds.


Future and ongoing improvements and maintenance

The park will continue to receive regular maintenance alongside our other 33 city parks. Evaluations of existing park amenities are currently under discussion as we explore long-term solutions.

  • You are invited! Maplewood Park Playground Ribbon Cutting February 7

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    Join Mayor Pavone, Renton City Council, and Renton Parks & Recreation to celebrate the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of Maplewood Park playground.

    • Date: Saturday, February 7
    • Time: 10-11 a.m.
    • Location: Maplewood Park (3400 SE 6th St)

    A special thanks to the Maplewood Neighborhood and Maplewood Glen Neighborhood for your patience, input, and involvement throughout the project.

    What’s new at Maplewood Park:

    • Updated Play Equipment
    • New Fitness Equipment
    • ADA Accessibility

    What to expect on February 7:

    • Appearance by Mayor Armondo Pavone and Renton City councilmembers
    • An opportunity to explore the new playground and fitness equipment
    • Celebration with your neighbors and friends
    • Donuts and commemorative stickers for attendees

    This is a free event for the public and are welcome and encouraged to invite your friends, family, and neighbors to join in the celebration. We hope to see you there!


  • Maplewood Park playground is now open!

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    We’re excited to announce that the newly renovated playground at Maplewood Park is now open and ready to enjoy!

    What’s new

    • Updated Play Equipment: The playground now features brand-new play equipment for children of all ages, including slides, swings, monkey bars, and climbing structures
    • New Fitness Equipment: including stations for pull-ups, sit-ups, and push-ups
    • ADA Accessibility: New pathways to make the park fully accessible, ensuring everyone can enjoy the space.


    A huge thank you to the community for your patience during the renovation! We’re excited to see the playground come to life as a vibrant place for families and children to connect and play.




  • Design Selected

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    Maplewood Park Playground Project – Moving Forward!

    Thanks to your input, we’re excited to announce the next step in the Maplewood Park playground project!


    Final Design Selected

    After reviewing community feedback, the City has selected Option A from Allplay Systems as the final playground design. Your voices helped shape this decision—and the design itself!

    Here’s what’s new and improved based on what we heard from you:

    • Color update: The equipment colors have been changed to blue and green (instead of the original blue and orange) to better reflect community preferences.
    • New features added: We’ve included a spinner and monkey bars, thanks to your feedback.
    • Even more upgrades—at no extra cost! A vendor promotion allowed us to add additional exercise equipment and the other enhancements free of charge.


    What’s Next?

    • City Council review: The final contract will be presented to City Council for approval on July 28.
    • Construction timeline: We anticipate closing the existing playground afters school starts in late August or early September. The first phase of construction will:
      • Expand the playbox area
      • Build a new accessible pathway connecting to the ballfield
      • Complete necessary grading, drainage, and concrete work
    • New playground installation: Once site work is complete, the new equipment will be delivered and installed.
    • Grand opening: If all goes as planned, the new playground will open in late fall!


    See What’s Coming!

    Here are some images of the final Option A playground design—updated with the community-requested features and colors.
    Check them out below!

Page last updated: 23 Jan 2026, 09:58 AM