Work to begin on Fountain Valley’s universally accessible playground

An early October morning felt like summer, the temperature rising but a crowd of people still smiling as they celebrated the next step in what promises to be an inclusive addition to their community.

Public officials and community members gathered Wednesday for a groundbreaking ceremony for the much-anticipated universally accessible playground at Fountain Valley Sports Park.

Community leaders have dreamed of bringing the specialized play facility to the city for more than a decade. A universally accessible playground would be designed to have individuals of all abilities play alongside each other.