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The project is a cooperative effort among the city, the Chrysler Foundation, Chrysler Jeep Superstores, Motor City Dodge Dealers, the Sterling Heights Community Foundation and KaBOOM, a national nonprofit organization that promotes recreation opportunities throughout the United States.

“We’re certainly pleased to participate in this project,” Community Foundation Vice President Dr. Martin Brown said.

Brian Glowiak, vice president of the Chrysler Foundation, said it’s not just about the financial investment, but about the investment in the volunteers and the goodwill brought forth through this effort.

“We’re very excited to invest in the community,” Glowiak said. “It’s always good to give back.”

Although children may be in attendance at “Build Day,” volunteers must be at least 18 years old to work on the structure - to help screw in bolts, pour cement and more. The new Playscape will include swings, slides, bridges and more, and is significantly larger than many of the other structures put together by KaBOOM.

“That KaBOOM (Playscape) is going to be well-used,” Sterling Heights Mayor Richard Notte said. “It’s going to be a real asset to the city.”

In May, a meeting took place at the city’s parks and recreation building to allow families to contribute their ideas. More than 40 children submitted their ideal Playscape designs as approximately 35 parents made a list of features and colors they would like to see on the Playscape, which is valued at nearly $100,000.

“The plan is to have a vote soon among those who were at the meeting to determine the best design,” Parks and Recreation Director Sue Kebbe said. “The best design will then be built.”

Anyone interested in volunteering to help build the Playscape, or wishing to donate pizza, sandwiches, bagels, bottled water, fruit or snacks for the volunteers is asked to call 446-2700.