The Summit Department of Community Programs (DCP) is sharing information on its plan for a new playground at the Community Center (100 Morris Avenue), located at Lower Long Field near the Tiny Forest.
The playground is envisioned as a small-scale neighborhood play space for children aged 2 to 5, intended to support convenient pedestrian access for nearby residents rather than destination-level use. The project will be completely funded by donations, non-profit partnerships, and grants, and is expected to be completed in late 2026.
After careful evaluation and recognition of the immediate need for a walkable neighborhood play space, the Community Programs and Parking Services (CPPS) Committee identified the Lower Long Field site as the most practical and readily achievable location for this project. Though the site was selected in part because of its walkability and central location in East Summit, the project plan includes new onsite parking to alleviate traffic concerns on Morris Court.
Residents can provide design feedback via email to dguidajr@cityofsummit.org.