OVERVIEW

Located in the scenic 95-acre Mequon Rotary Park, the All-User Playground will be adjacent to the south pavilion at 4100 Highland Road in Mequon.

Designed by Gerber Leisure and Zimmerman Architectural Studios, the playground will feature a large central structure with ramps, slides, and climbing elements. Surrounding it will be swings— including a wheelchair-accessible swing—sliders, archways, mounds, exercise equipment, and a variety of other play structures. The design also includes internal pathways, landscaping, benches, and shaded rest areas, all thoughtfully integrated to complement the park’s natural landscape. Additional enhancements include a safe entrance, perimeter barriers, improved pathways leading to the playground, and upgraded restrooms.

To keep children engaged as they grow, the playground will offer multiple swings and climbing structures at varying heights, providing new challenges over time.

The state-of-the-art playground equipment is custom-made specifically for this site, prioritizing safety, durability, and longevity. Unlike pre- engineered sets, nearly all components are constructed from steel and other metals, with minimal plastic use. This high-quality design requires little to no maintenance, reducing long- term costs. Additionally, the equipment comes with industry-leading warranties, ensuring lasting value for the community.

A STATE-OF-THE-ART PLAYGROUND

PRIORITIZING SAFETY, DURABILITY, AND LONGEVITY

MOVIN' AND GROOVIN’

A large center circular area with accessible skate ramps, slides, climbing structures of varying heights, and obstacles along with sensory and musical features that will challenge all children and excite their imaginations.

SWING TIME

One area will be specially designed for swings with seats to accommodate a wide range of ages and abilities. This area will have a wheelchair-accessible swing, which is rare to find in a public park setting.

SENSORY ENHANCEMENT

Users will experience different physical sensations with various musical and tactile structures and experiences.

BIG FUN FOR LITTLE ONES

Tot-size archways, mounds, and play areas offer safety features geared for smaller children to help develop strength, balance, and agility.

THRILLS

Besides rockers and spinners of various sizes and speeds and zip lines, there will be adult-size exercise equipment.

SERENE SPACES

The playground will have quiet places with internal paths, landscaping, benches, and shaded rest areas to give caretakers, parents, and kids alike a break from the action on the playground
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COSTS & TIMELINE

THE BREAKDOWN OF COSTS IS AS FOLLOWS:
Architectural/Structural/Civil Engineering $68,500
Playground Equipment $2,713,767
Construction* $1,125,591
Restroom (Accessible) $74,297
Professional Services $70,000
Endowment $500,000
FUNDRAISING GOAL $4,552,155

*Includes: Site Utilities, Site Grading, Concrete Paving, Asphalt, Paving, Landscaping, Donor Signage, Entrance Sign, Fencing, General Conditions, CM Fee, Contingency

THE ANTICIPATED TIMELINE:
Launch Capital Campaign Q2 2025
Finalize Architectural Plans / Complete Engineering Q2-Q3 2025
Obtain City Approvals Q3-Q4 2025
Groundbreaking Q4 2025
Order Playground Equipment Q4 2025
Install Playground Equipment/Complete Construction Q4 2026-Q2 2027
Dedication Spring 2027

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FUNDRAISING
COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Sandy Custer, Co-Chair
Stan Smith, Co-Chair
Don Sommer, Co-Chair
Peter Buening

Tim Carr
Dan Gannon
Karl Hertz
Jenne Hohn

Andy Nerbun
Steve Peterman
John Rosing
Steve Schmitt

Kathleen Schneider
Cindy Shaffer
Lynn Streeter