Accessible Upgrades

Manasquan introduces all-inclusive playground

In 2018, members of the Manasquan Department of Public Works and Recreation Department conducted a town-wide analysis to determine which parks were in need of an upgrade based on factors such as the age and condition of existing equipment. The analysis of the seven borough parks that have playground equipment was presented to the governing body and the decision was made to direct resources toward one of our smaller parks, Skokus Park. New equipment and a rubberized surface were installed at Skokus, much to the pleasure of the area residents. The Skokus project would also serve as a template for upgrades to other borough parks. 

In 2019, Manasquan resident Maureen Anderson approached the borough’s Recreation Committee with an idea to transform an existing park in town to one that welcomes all children. After some discussion, Curtis Park, a centrally located park that entertains many visitors throughout the year, was selected to not only be the next park in line for an upgrade but a park that would meet the needs of all children regardless of their physical limitations. The Manasquan Recreation Committee and governing body both realized that play is a vital part of being human and is the right of every child and it is how kids learn and grow. Other locations were considered, however, Curtis Park was chosen for the next upgrade and renovation. 

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