Signal Hill City Council approved a contract of nearly $133,000 with a Corona-based company on Tuesday to replace the worn-out playground surface at Signal Hill Park.
After years of wear and tear, the playground surface has deteriorated. The current rubberized surface at the park was installed in 2015, and the average lifespan of these types of surfaces is seven to ten years.
The City selected SpectraTurf to demolish the old surface and install a new one. SpectraTurf specializes in manufacturing and installing rubber surfaces.
According to City staff, this project is needed to ensure the playground remains in good condition until the park undergoes a more extensive renovation. Signal Hill’s Civic Center Master Plan will revamp the park with a new playground and sports courts.
The contract with SpectraTurf is for $132,625, and an additional $13,262 has been set aside in case of unforeseen costs.
The City originally allocated $120,000 for this project, but the full cost is now estimated at nearly $146,000. The city council amended the City’s annual budget to include the funding increase for the new playground surface.
According to Public Works Director Thomas Bekele, the new rubberized playground surface will be black and cobalt blue.
The project is set to begin in October, with installation of the new playground surface estimated to last two weeks, and is expected to be completed in November.
