Four Pembroke Pines parks are set for playground upgrades. Here’s what to expect
Pembroke Pines residents will soon see changes at four city parks after the city commission unanimously approved a nearly $500,000 project to install new playground equipment.
The agreement, approved on Dec. 11, authorizes the purchase and installation of new playground structures, surfacing and site amenities at four city parks, at a cost not to exceed $486,076.68.
City documents estimate the project to take about 150 days to complete, due to the minimal permit process. Once permits are finalized and equipment is delivered, construction at each park must be completed within 14 calendar days, according to the contract.
The city contracted with Playcore Wisconsin Inc., doing business as GameTime, a for-profit corporation based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Rather than issuing a new request for proposals, the city is “piggybacking” off a competitively awarded contract originally issued by the City of Charlotte, North Carolina.
This approach lets Pembroke Pines use previously negotiated pricing while saving time and administrative costs.
The contract covers playground equipment, outdoor fitness components, safety surfacing and site accessories.
The parks included in the project:
- 108th Avenue Park (NW 108th Avenue and 19th Street)
- 111th Avenue Park, ”Kiddie Park” (NW 111th Avenue and 18th Place)
- Flamingo Park North (1900 NW 122nd Terrace)
- Towngate Park (901 NW 155th Avenue)
What’s changing?
Across all four parks, the project includes demolition and removal of existing playground equipment and poured-in-place surfacing, followed by installation of play structures, wood fiber surfacing and benches.
The project on 108th Avenue, valued at $134,036.52, will include two new shade features such as a “Double Bay Swing Shade” and a “Sunblox Hex Umbrella Canopy.” A mix of physical and sensory activities are set to be installed, including a spiral step climber, flower spinner panel and swing sets for toddlers and younger children. Two new benches will also be installed.
The project at 111th Avenue Park, which is referred to as the “Kiddie Park,” will have a cost of $141,457.96 and includes extensive demolition of existing equipment and the installation of new play structures designed for younger children and inclusive play.
Features include a triple slide, river rock climber and a 90-degree play port funnel bridge, along with sensory elements such as bongos and bells. Inclusive equipment includes a hand cycler and an expression swing designed for an adult and child to swing face-to-face. The park will also receive a new double bay swing shade and two benches.
The Towngate Park project, costing $109,143.74, will include the removal of the old system and surfacing at the park and installation of new structures, surfacing and amenities. Features include multiple zip-style elements, climbers such as the “ripple pass” and “scramble up,” and sensory features like spin chimes and bongos.
An expression swing will also be installed. Existing shade will remain, with a new double bay swing shade added over the swing area, along with two new benches.
The Flamingo Park North location, with a cost at $101,438.46, will include a mix of physical climbing structures, slides and sensory equipment.
Plans include custom “Landmark Designs” elements, such as a box turtle structure, triple slide, climbers and a bridge. The renovation also adds a welcome sign and two benches. Existing shade structures at the park will remain.
This story was originally published December 16, 2025 at 12:17 PM.
