Two Paris Parks under renovation, should reopen by end of month

By Casandra Turnbull

Two Paris parks are receiving facelifts this month.

Both the Jury Street Park and Forest Drive Park were closed off to the public to undergo renovations aimed at enhancing community engagement and providing safe, accessible play spaces for children of all ages, said John Bishop, Parks and Facilities Supervisor at the Syl Apps Community Centre

Site work for both parks should wrap up sometime next week with playground installations to follow shortly after, confirms Bishop. “We should have them open up to enjoy by the end of the month.”

Here are some key details for each park.

Forest Drive Park (top photo)

*Vibrant Design: A colorful playground that caters to children aged 2-12, featuring multiple climbing structures for skill development.

*Updated Equipment: Two new slides designed to be cooler during summer, a modern swing set with 2 belt seats, 2 infant seats, and 1 accessible swing, a climbing rope for children and a climbing wall feature.

*Exploration

Opportunities: Additional features for children to explore and enjoy as there will be 4 new items for the younger children.

Jury Street Park (bottom photo)

*Accessibility Focus: Fully accessible for all community members.

*Age Range: Designed for children aged 5-12, with a swing set mirroring the offerings at Forest Drive.

*Replacement of Old Structure: This playground replaces an outdated unit, ensuring a safer play environment.

*Concrete Border and Path: A new all-concrete border and walking path will enhance accessibility.