In February 2025, Sprinturf, a PlayCore company, hosted the Healthy Spaces Council meeting in Chattanooga, Tennessee, bringing together architects and industry leaders to discuss the future of recreation and play spaces. The event focused on key topics such as sustainability, accessibility, performance testing, and playground surfacing.
Featured speakers included Amy Phinney from NOVA Chemicals, who discussed synthetic turf recycling, and accessibility consultant Bill Botten, who spoke on designing inclusive recreation spaces. Jeff Gentile of Firefly Sports Testing provided insights on sports surface performance, while PlayCore’s Tom DiScipio covered playground surfacing options. Additionally, a panel of experts from leading play and recreation companies shared their perspectives on the evolving landscape of recreation design.
The meeting also introduced the LEAP Grant Program, which provides matching funds to schools, local governments, and community organizations to support the development of innovative and inclusive athletic fields and play areas featuring synthetic turf. The application deadline for this program is March 15, 2025.
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