Community Input for All Abilities Playground at Onion Creek Metro Park Begins in January

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) and Austin Parks Foundation (APF) announce the upcoming design and development of the City of an All Abilities Playground at Onion Creek Metropolitan Park. APF, in partnership with PARD, will conduct community engagement process in 2024 to develop a concept plan to guide the future development of the all abilities playground. The first virtual community meeting will be held on January 18, 2024, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. and will be accessible with ASL interpretation, Spanish interpretation, and live captioning.

Virtual Community Meeting
Thursday, January 18, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
Zoom Registration
 
The future playground will offer universal accessibility and inclusivity for all visitors, especially for children with disabilities and special needs. It will showcase innovative design features and diverse programming opportunities, ensuring an engaging and welcoming environment for all. The playground will feature an inclusive play area, an inclusive, accessible restroom facility, and picnic pavilions for shade. It will also include drive connections and parking, innovative stormwater solutions and methods of maintenance, and pedestrian trail connections to the park and community.
 
Background
Onion Creek Metropolitan Park is a 517-acre regional park located at 8652 Nuckols Crossing Rd. in Southeast Austin. The park includes groomed trails, open play fields, an off-leash area, playground, picnic areas and creek crossing. The All Abilities Playground at Onion Creek Metropolitan Park was identified as a priority in the 2015 Onion Creek Metropolitan Park Vision Plan. The project is being led by APF in partnership with PARD. This project is made possible with funding from the Powell Foundation, Austin Parks Foundation, Austin Community Foundation, and the Garrison Family Foundation.

To learn more about Onion Creek Metropolitan Park and the All Abilities Playground visit the project webpage at AustinTexas.gov/Onion-Creek-All-Abilities.