The Village of Pleasant Prairie is evaluating gate options for the playground at Prairie Springs Park, located near Fire Station No. 3 and the Veterans Memorial Ball Park on the south end of Lake Andrea. The previously installed gates were removed due to accessibility concerns.
Partial fencing was initially added to help prevent children from running into the nearby parking lot. With support from the Friends of the Pleasant Prairie Parks Foundation and through additional fundraising, full fencing was completed around poured-in-place surface. The original gate and latch system included a standard self-closing mechanism consistent with the fence type.
After installation, it was determined that the gate design did not meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines for barrier-free access. To ensure accessibility for all users, the gates were removed. Staff are now evaluating alternatives that meet ADA standards while maintaining a focus on safety.