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Sarasota News Leader September 20, 2013 Page 74 PAYNE PARK PLAYGROUND CLOSING TEMPORARILY ON SEPT. 23 With tens of thousands of visitors having enjoyed the Payne Park playground since it opened in June 2012, the heavy usage necessitates an annual inspection and subsequent upkeep projects, the City of Sarasota has announced. In addition, the shade sails over the toddler play area will be replaced with one large canopy; more drains will be installed at the splash pad; a curb will be installed around the perimeter of the play area sidewalk; and the mulch around the trees will be replaced with a different material, the release continues. The playground will be temporarily closed for approximately two weeks beginning Monday, As part of the safety inspection, every fastener Sept. 23, so workers can inspect, clean and on the playground will be checked, the release maintain the equipment, a news release says. adds. The swings, children's bridge and crawling It is anticipated the playground will reopen on tunnel will be replaced, the release notes. or before Monday, Oct. 7. Payne Park's popular playground will close temporarily for maintenance beginning Sept. 23. Photo by Norman Schimmel