City of Hays
The City of Hays will temporarily close ARC Park for two days next week to perform necessary maintenance on the playground’s fall zone surface. The closure is scheduled for May 12 and 13.
The maintenance involves resealing the playground’s rubber safety surfacing, which helps protect children from injury during play.
This process is intended to extend the life of the surfacing and prevent premature wear.
According to Jeff Boyle, director of parks for the City of Hays, the project is essential for maintaining safety and long-term durability at the park.
“This type of maintenance is part of our commitment to keeping ARC Park in top condition for families who use it,” Boyle said. “By resealing the surface now, we’re helping ensure that it remains safe and functional for years to come.”
The resealing process includes the application of a special binding material over the rubber fall zone, which takes approximately half a day to three-quarters of a day to apply.
The remainder of the time is needed for the material to fully dry and cure, allowing it to properly bind the rubber particles together and reduce future flaking or surface damage.
City officials ask for the public’s patience during the closure and encourage families to explore other local parks and recreational facilities during the brief maintenance period.
“The park will reopen once the surface has completely cured and it is safe to walk and play on again,” Boyle said. “This short closure will help preserve the quality and safety of ARC Park for the long term.”
For further details on park amenities, residents can contact the City of Hays Parks Department at (785) 628-7375 or visit the official website at HaysUSA.com.