Rialto is moving forward with the development of its first all-inclusive playground, a project designed to serve children with disabilities. More than $800,000 in funds were approved by the City Council on July 22 for an inclusive playground to be built at Rialto City Park, located at the corner of Sycamore and San Bernardino avenues.
“Inclusivity is something Rialto deserves,” said Mayor Joe Baca Sr. “We’re building a park where any kid with a disability can come and enjoy themselves.” Baca noted that the idea initially stemmed from local parents advocating for a play space similar to one in Rancho Cucamonga. “I went to go look at one in Rancho Cucamonga and said, why can’t we have one?” he said. “Parents in Rialto are concerned after seeing inclusive parks elsewhere.”
Baca specifically noted the need for amenities that serve children with autism, emphasizing the park’s importance to families throughout the community…