Olathe families could see construction begin on a universally inclusive playground at Two Trails Park in summer 2027, according to city staff.

Olathe city staffers shared details on the project Nov. 3, the Olathe Reporter reported, though design renderings remain unavailable until Variety KC finalizes its process. The nonprofit children's charity committed up to $3 million toward the project as part of its $30 million Ten Parks Project.

Two Trails Park, at the corner of Ridgeview and Kansas City Road, is the third site selected for the initiative. It joins Roy Blunt Luminary Park in Kansas City, Missouri, and Joe D. Dennis Park in Westwood, Kansas, KCTV5 reported.

The timeline is still taking shape. KCTV5's Nov. 5 report noted Variety KC plans to announce design renderings, a construction timeline and a groundbreaking date "in the coming months." Earlier city documents, reported by the Olathe Reporter in October, estimated construction would finish by spring 2028 but did not list a start date.

Peter and Veronica Mallouk, through the Mallouk Family Foundation, are funding more than 80% of the Ten Parks Project's total cost, according to Variety KC's project page. The city is contributing 20% of the park's cost, per KCTV5. An earlier Olathe Reporter article put that local share at $750,000.

The full project calls for accessible routes, rubberized safety surfacing, interactive slide features, activity stations and sensory-specific play areas, according to city documents cited by the Olathe Reporter in October. Restrooms with universal changing tables, drinking-water facilities, lighting, landscaping and parking improvements are also part of the plan.

Variety KC chose the site for its central location, surrounding neighborhood and existing amenities, including ball fields, a skate park and a large shelter, KCTV5 reported.

In coverage published in October, Mayor John Bacon called the project "a significant upgrade for a park right in the heart of our city."

Tod Hueser, city park project manager, said in KCTV5's November coverage that the project "reflects our commitment to accessible public spaces and guarantees many families can enjoy meaningful, active recreation in our community for years to come."

Variety KC said it expects to announce design details and a groundbreaking date in the months ahead.