Overall Grade: A (21 points/ 24 points)
+ Convenient location
+ Lots of shade
+ Picturesque garden
– No parking lot
– Nearby creek with stagnant water
This quaint one-acre playground is nestled in the heart of Highland Village and conveniently located just minutes away from biking and hiking trails that run the course of the city. While the playground has suffered sun damage, the slides and monkey bars were clean and showed no signs of rust. Several benches and picnic tables were located under trees with a barbecue grill nearby, which would serve well for a family outing. Also worth noting is the small but beautiful garden located near the back of the playground. Exotic flowers could be seen blooming as well as tomatoes just beginning to ripen. The large plot of land opens up for extra activities such as relay races or informal games of soccer. 600 Sellmeyer Ln., Highland Village.
*Based on the National Program for Playground Safety’s Report Card at playgroundsafety.org
This review was distributed to the City of Highland Village Parks and Recreation for further review and/or action.
Published September 2013
