Kansas City South Loop Supporters Imagine Sketchy Downtown Playground

The reality is that federal budget cuts will likely kill this silly project.

However . . .  This premise still deserves a laugh . . . 

DOWNTOWN KANSAS CITY BOOSTERS CLAIM YOUNGSTERS CAN PLAY NEAR HOMELESS HAUNTS!!!

It's an unlikely scenario given that most parents are apt to protect youngsters.

Still, the premise is worth and afternoon chuckle . . . Check-it . . . 

The South Loop Project is currently being designed by a team led by HNTB, OJB Landscape Architecture, BNIM Architects, and a bevy of additional specialists. “It is poised to create a world-class, 5.5-acre urban park, which will serve as a vibrant community hub.” The design includes an extensive play area designed with the assistance of Studio Ludo, a 501(c)3 non-profit founded in 2015 whose mission is building better play through research, design, and advocacy. They have over 20 years of design experience and are trained in playground safety and risk-benefit assessment. Throughout this time, Studio Ludo has gathered extensive play behavior data, helping them quantify how health can be improved through play. They have partnered with many cities including New York City, London, and Philadelphia to name a few, and completed a national study of playgrounds.

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Downtown KC Plays: The Importance of Parks & Playgrounds - Downtown Council of Kansas City

The DTC is working with our partners to create and maintain a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable Downtown Kansas City that PLAYS.