A playground and fitness park for children and adults of all ages and abilities is coming to Fedder’s Alley at Washington Park.
The Fedder’s Alley playground and fitness park will feature accessible equipment. It will also have sensory areas and safe surfaces that allow all children to explore and interact.
“It was designed with one core principle in mind,” said Sharon Eason, Michigan City Parks & Recreation superintendent, in a press release. “Everyone, regardless of ability, should have the opportunity to play.”
With $3 million committed toward the $5 million project, Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch launched a $2 million capital campaign to secure the remaining funds.
U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan secured $1 million in federal funding for the project. The city council and redevelopment commission contributed a combined $2 million.
“I am heartened that this project values everyone in our communities and that it will ensure all individuals and children with disabilities are able to utilize this incredible recreational park,” Mrvan said.
Nelson Deuitch recognized the community partners who already pitched in to the fundraising efforts. The mayor also thanked Council President Don Przybylinski for championing the idea of a destination playground at Washington Park.
“The investments made today for this wonderful park will serve every citizen of Michigan City for decades to come,” Przybylinski said.
