05032018 - Carl G. Young Sr. Park Sprayground Grand Opening (May 2018) IOv FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DENTON Jessica Rogers • (940) 349-7531 • Jessica.Rogers@cityofdenton.com
Carl Gene Young Sr. Park Sprayground Grand Opening
DENTON, TX, May 3, 2018—Come celebrate the grand opening of Denton's new all-inclusive
sprayground! The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department and volunteers are excited to
announce it's ready for play and residents are invited to join this family-friendly celebration on
Saturday, May 12 from noon to 1 p.m. at Carl Gene Young Sr. Park.
The grand opening will begin at noon with a welcome address and brief remarks from City
officials, followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony. Families are welcome to pack a picnic and stay
all day or enjoy complimentary Chick-fil-A sandwiches while they last.
The new sprayground, designed by Kraftsman, is an all-inclusive aquatic play area thoughtfully
designed so children of all abilities can play together. The aquatic play area features a tall water-
flower with multi-level spray effects and translucent shadow casting petals. In addition, the core
play area offers flush mount ground sprays and essential sprayers that are designed to stimulate
the senses and influence multigenerational activity of all abilities to promote inclusive play.
The idea for a free community sprayground was inspired by a group of local parents led by
Amber Briggle and gained the support of City Council, the Denton Parks Foundation, and the
City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department. The community's grassroots campaign raised
$10,493 that ultimately encouraged voters to approve the sale of$200,000 general obligation
bonds followed by the City's commitment of$41,600 in Park Development Funds.
The new sprayground is the latest of this park's upgrades that previously included a new swing
set and new benches. Construction will begin this summer on a new permanent restroom facility
so families can make a day of playground and sprayground fun.
"This truly has been a community effort from the start," said resident and volunteer Amber
Briggle. "Thank you all and see you at the park May 12!"
Carl Gene Young Sr. Park is located at 327 S. Wood St. For more information about Denton's
parks and playgrounds, visit www.dentonparks.com.
Contact: Maria Denison, (940) 349-7463, Maria.Denison@cityofdenton.com
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