Project Overview
Sligo-Bennington Neighborhood Park, a 6.3-acre park in Silver Spring within the Sligo Creek stream valley, was acquired by M-NCPPC in 1932. The park features a playground, multiuse field, two tennis courts, a picnic area, and walking and biking trails. The existing playground, dating back to the 1990s, is heavily used and in need of replacement. This project will renovate the playground and introduce a nature play area to enhance recreational opportunities for the surrounding neighborhoods.
Status/Project Update
Based on the community meeting held in April 2025 and the feedback received on the Open Town Hall Survey, two alternative playground concepts have been developed. In each design, a mix of playground equipment has been included for ages 2-5 and 5-12 that provide a diverse range of play opportunities. The proposed nature play area includes a boulder walk between clusters of new trees. Picnic tables are placed beneath the shade of existing mature trees for seating and gathering.
Please provide your thoughts on the two alternative concepts and the different equipment that is proposed.
Based on the community feedback that is received, Parks staff will develop a final concept and move forward with detailed design. Due to funding limitations, construction is not expected before the fall of 2027.
Project Timeline
*Dates and times subject to change.
| Dates | Project Stage and Resources |
|---|---|
| Fall – Winter 2024 | Project Initiation, including site analysis, topographic survey, and preliminary review |
| April 23, 2025 | Virtual Community meeting #1 Watch the recorded presentation |
| Winter Spring 2026 (anticipated) | Develop design concepts and share with community |
| Summer Fall 2026 (anticipated) | Detailed design, permitting and construction documents |
| Fall 2027 (anticipated) | Begin Construction |