September 28, 2026 - Parks and Recreation committee meeting

The City of Sebastian Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee held a meeting on September 28, 2026, primarily focused on the selection of a vendor for the renovation of the Riverview Park playground and splash pad. Two vendors, Playworks Little Tikes and Compan with Waterplay, presented their design proposals and pricing for the project, which is funded by a $3 million Land and Water Conservation grant. Both presentations included detailed descriptions of playground equipment, splash pad features, accessibility options, warranties, and customization capabilities. The committee discussed various aspects such as design aesthetics, inclusivity, safety surfacing, and equipment origin, with Playworks offering American-made products and Compan sourcing from the Czech Republic. After public input and deliberation, the committee unanimously voted to recommend Playworks Little Tikes as their first choice and Compan with Waterplay as the second choice to the City Council for final approval. The project timeline aims for completion by September 2028, with the current splash pad remaining operational until the new one opens.