The city’s park and recreation department continues its mission to bring all-ability playground equipment to New Braunfels parks in hopes of making the parks more welcoming and inclusive for visitors of all ages and abilities.
New Braunfels City Council members last week gave their unanimous approval to purchase all-ability playground equipment, swings and inclusive style swings for Fischer Park.
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