Thanks to a $30,000 donation from the Coeur d'Alene Association of Realtors, Person Field off 15^th Street is getting brand new playground equipment.

Since the city assumed complete ownership of the field in 2013, officials have been meeting with neighbors to discuss options to enhance public use of the park, said interim city parks director Bill Greenwood.

“We heard from a lot of people that playground equipment would be a great addition,” Greenwood said. “We are excited and thankful to the Board of Realtors for their generous donation to support this cause.”

The collaborative effort involved the Coeur d’Alene School District, Junior Tackle Football Club and city crews who installed the equipment. Person Field neighbors were also supportive of the project.

The city recently adopted a master plan for Person Field with phased implementation as funds for future improvements are available. Future upgrades, as funding occurs, include installation of an irrigation system new restrooms and additional parking.

City parks staff Christian Hanna, left, and Chris Acuff install playground equipment at Person Field.