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The ​Cleveland Park Playground Improvement Project 

UPDATE - JULY 27, 2020

The new playground at Cleveland Park is OFFICIALLY OPEN! 
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UPDATE - JULY 8, 2020


UPDATE - JUNE 8, 2020
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Beginning today, June 8, 2020, the existing playground at Cleveland Park will be closed so that it can be removed. This will make way for a new playground that will be installed later this week and the week following. The new playground at Cleveland Park will include a 2-5 year old play structure and a 5-12 year old play structure. There will be new swings, including a companion swing. There will also be musical instruments, spring rider, net climber and other exciting features. The new playground features many universally accessible features. The Parks Department is looking at a 2-3 week timeline to complete construction of the new playground depending upon weather.
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UPDATE - DECEMBER 2019

Neighbors,

On behalf of the Cleveland Area Neighborhood Association, we would like to sincerely thank each and every one of you - our neighbors, friends, family members, community donors, and supporters - who have made our fundraising campaign for the Cleveland Park Playground Improvement Project a success. In the summer of 2019, we made it a goal to match the City of Cedar Rapids' park improvement budget for Cleveland Park to ensure that our park is designed to exceed our community's expectations and welcome all children of all ages and abilities to our playground. As of November 22, 2019, we reached a total fundraising amount of $89,779.03. This means we reached 106% of our $85,000 goal. THANK YOU to everyone who has contributed their time, treasure, and talents to this project! 

We are very lucky to have such an impressive Parks Department in Cedar Rapids. Our park representatives are submitting requests for proposals yet this year and we will report back with the final design options as soon as they are available. 

As always, if you have any questions, please never hesitate to reach out. Our volunteers are passionate about making the Cleveland Area Neighborhood the best it can be - and not just the park. We welcome questions, comments, and concerns that benefit our neighborhood. Thank you for your continued support of our mission and vision to make our neighborhood the best neighborhood. 

Sincerely,
Your 2019 CANA Board

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Goal: $85,000
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Total Funds Raised: 
$89,779.03

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Cleveland Park Playground Improvement Project Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why are we raising $85,000 for Cleveland Park?
In 2020, the City of Cedar Rapids Parks Department has plans to upgrade the playground equipment at Cleveland Park. The Cleveland Area Neighborhood Association would like to match their playground improvement budget of $85,000 to include additional playground upgrades, including inclusive playground equipment for our community. 

What is ADA-compliant and inclusive playground equipment? 
Every playground is required to be ADA compliant. It is the law. This means that the park equipment is easy to approach and reach by kids of a wide age range and include lowered money bars, ramps that lead to the upper parts of the playground equipment, and swing seats with backs on them to make them usable for people who need support. 

When you add inclusive playground equipment, these are pieces of equipment and overall playground designs that encourage all types of play with a mix of physical, sensory, and social activities for multiple challenge levels. The activities are more designed into “pods” on the playground to make the playground easier to access and navigate. Inclusive equipment also includes easier access for wheelchairs and strollers to enter and navigate the playground. At Cleveland Park, we want to be sure that everyone feels welcome and able to play with their friends, family, and neighbors on our playground. 

When is this project happening?
We are fundraising through November 1, 2019. The actual park improvements will start in late spring or early summer (May-June) 2020. A specific date will be announced along with a groundbreaking event in late spring 2020. 

What is the deadline to raise the money?
The final date for any donations to be made is November 1, 2019. Most grant cycles also end at this date, and we need to submit requests for proposals to playground design companies for our project ASAP. This target end date allows us the most opportunity to receive public or private grants and sponsorships yet in 2019. 

What happens if we don’t meet our goal?
All money raised through our fundraising efforts will be put towards this playground improvement project, no matter the total dollar amount raised. Every penny helps. Of course, the more we raise, the better! 

Why isn’t the city building us a new park?
Oh, they are! The city has an $85,000 budget for the playground improvements that are planned for 2020. The money we raise from this fundraising project will allow us to add a variety of other playground equipment pieces, including some inclusive equipment. 

How do I donate? 
Donations can be made by check to Cleveland Area Neighborhood Association and mailed to CANA, PO Box 8501, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52408. Donations can also be made via PayPal at paypal.me/CANA108. 

Can I write this donation off on my taxes? 
Yes! Cleveland Area Neighborhood Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All donations to CANA and CANA projects are tax-deductible. Please contact our treasurer at [email protected]. 

How can I help with fundraising efforts?
Spread our message! Share our goal! Ask your friends, family, and neighbors to check out our space at Cleveland Park. Encourage them to make a donation via check or PayPal. If they can’t make a monetary donation, ask them to share our flyer or share our message on Facebook. Ask your local business contacts to support our project through sponsorship and donations. We can’t hit our $85,000 goal without you!

I have another question. Who can I contact?
With questions regarding the playground improvement project or CANA in general, please reach out to President George Heeren at [email protected]. ​
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