DENVER, CO - Denver Parks + Recreation Manager Kim Bailey was joined on Saturday, November 3, 2007, by District 1 Councilman Rick Garcia and other neighborhood supporters for the unveiling of the remodeled Berkeley and Rocky Mountain playgrounds.

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Located in Berkeley Park at 46th and Tennyson, the newly designed playgrounds were first targeted for remodel in the 2006 CIP budget. Because of public input, beloved elements such as the concrete sea monster at Berkeley and the concrete frog at Rocky Mountain Park remain a part of these playgrounds, but have been made safer with resilient rubber surfacing around their base. Originally created in 1967, the sea monster and frog have survived three playground redesigns.

Using these elements as cornerstones, Berkeley playground and Rocky Mountain playground were built with a theme of "Night Sky" and "Colorado Nature" respectively. Night Sky incorporates a space odyssey feel, while Colorado Nature has frogs, lily pads and other elements.

Read more about the renovation here .

Some other tidbits from the article:

• The Berkeley Regis United Neighbors and other community members to design a playground that was fun and inviting, while incorporating the latest in design standards and safety.
• Denver Parks + Recreation is currently working on a Playground Master Plan, assessing its current playground inventory and community needs to help determine future budgeting and design elements.
• Each playground remodel cost approximately $150,000, including design and construction.