CALDWELL, Idaho — The City of Caldwell has completed a $500,000 project to install new playground equipment at two local parks, bringing modern amenities to families after years of planning.

The Caldwell Parks and Recreation Department began the upgrade project during the last fiscal year, replacing aging equipment at Memorial Park and Luby Park with new slides and other features.

Check out the new parks and our neighborhood reporter speaking to excited community members: Caldwell's New $500K Playgrounds Open at Memorial and Luby Parks

"Getting the kids outdoors to explore the city of Caldwell is priority number one," said Tim Rhodes, Caldwell Parks and Recreation superintendent.

Rhodes said the department prioritized upgrading original equipment that had become unsafe for children.

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