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The Pulis Avenue Playground is now closed as Franklin Lakes begins preparations for the installation of a new Jake’s Law All-Inclusive Playground, scheduled for completion mid-April. See an Ariel Franklin Lakes Fly Through.
The Borough was awarded a $750,000 matching grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection and the Garden State Preservation Trust, covering 75% of the total project cost. This funding will allow Franklin Lakes to replace the existing playground with a fully inclusive, state-of-the-art recreational space designed for children and adults of all abilities.
We are especially excited about the design of the new playground, as shown in the images and fly-through. The thoughtfully planned layout and inclusive features reflect our commitment to accessibility, creativity, and community connection.
This new playground will promote physical activity, social connection, and accessibility, creating a welcoming environment where individuals with and without disabilities can play, learn, and build friendships together. The project represents a major investment in the health, inclusion, and quality of life of our community.
About Jake’s Law
Jake’s Law was enacted in 2018 to encourage municipalities to build inclusive playgrounds that exceed ADA standards and provide safe, accessible play opportunities for individuals of all physical, sensory, and developmental abilities. The law is named after Jacob Cummings-Nasto, whose love for playgrounds inspired a statewide movement to create spaces where every child can participate.
The Department of Community Affairs, in consultation with the Department of Education, established design, installation, and safety standards to ensure these playgrounds support children and adults with diverse needs.
A Message from Community Director Dina Robinson
“We are thrilled to bring a Jake’s Law All-Inclusive Playground to Franklin Lakes’ Pulis Recreation Park. This project will create a place where every child, regardless of ability, can play, connect, and thrive. More than a playground, it will be a space for building friendships, strengthening inclusion, and creating lifelong memories for families across our community.”
We thank residents for their patience as construction begins and look forward to welcoming everyone to this extraordinary new playground this spring.
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