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Campbell's Family Center

1 Campbell Place, Camden NJ 08101 · License #04CAM0001 · Child Care Center

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Last inspected Dec 2, 2025
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Karen Miller-Williams
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1 Campbell Place, Camden NJ 08101 · Directions

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  • Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
14
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
0
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by New Jersey DCF
4
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
3.5
New Jersey average
9.1

Inspection history & violations

Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing
Dec 2, 2025 — Monitoring
2 violations cited · view state record
2 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription and both epi-pens are present when two are required for a child.

    Corrected by Jan 8, 2026

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.2(a)(8) · The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.

    Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.

    Corrected by Jan 8, 2026

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Feb 24, 2025 — Other
3 violations cited · view state record
3 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required. Ensure that the resilient surfacing does not pose as a tripping hazard.

    Corrected by Jun 4, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Repair and/or paint the door boarders as required throughout the center.

    Corrected by Mar 7, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

    Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.

    Corrected by Aug 7, 2025

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Dec 16, 2024 — Renewal
4 violations cited · view state record
4 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(16) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: excessive peeling or chipped paint; or heavily soiled conditions.

    Repair and/or paint the door boarders as required throughout the center.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required. Ensure that the resilient surfacing does not pose as a tripping hazard.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

    Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.

    Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.1(d)(1) · The staff records specified in 3A:52-4.1(a) through (c) shall be maintained on file as follows: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.

    Ensure that the information on the Staff Records Checklist is current and that it is maintained on file at the center, including a CARI and CHRI background check for the sponsor representative.

    Corrected by Jan 24, 2025

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May 31, 2024 — Monitoring,Other
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.2(d) · An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

    Provide a current fire certificate as required.

    Corrected by Nov 1, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.6(c)(1) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience.

    Provide documentation that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(4) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor.

    Ensure that all carpeting is securely fastened to the floor in rooms 109 and 114.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces.

    Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use in rooms 104 and 109.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.

    Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after assisting a child with diaper changing in room 109.

    Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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May 9, 2023 — Monitoring
12 violations cited · view state record
12 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.2(a)(8) · The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.

    Submit a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.

    Corrected by Jan 11, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.6(a) · The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d).

    Ensure that the center completes, submits and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    Corrected by Jan 11, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.10(a)(1) · The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check.

    Ensure that a CARI background check is completed and submitted as required for the sponsor representative.

    Corrected by Jan 11, 2024

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

    Submit a current fire certificate as required.

    Corrected by Sep 19, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

    Ensure that staff bags are inaccessible to the children in room 110. . At the time of the inspection, the center took immediate corrective action. This violation was cited and abated.

    Corrected by May 9, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

    Ensure mechanical ventilation in the bathroom in room 109 is dust free.

    Corrected by Jul 5, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Ensure the wall by the bathroom in room 109 is cleaned.

    Corrected by Jul 5, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(l)(4) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

    Ensure that the center conducts and submits at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file.

    Corrected by Sep 19, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(n)(1) · Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable.

    Ensure that the center conducts and submits fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.

    Corrected by Sep 19, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(r) · The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served.

    Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children served by making electrical cords inaccessible to children throughout the center, wherein electrical cords were hanging low t ground from the outlets in rooms 104, 107, and 109. At the time of the inspection, the center took immediate corrective action. This violation was cited and abated.

    Corrected by May 9, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.4(a)(3) · For early childhood programs, the center shall provide opportunities for daily rest and sleep as follows: swaddling of children during rest and sleep is prohibited.

    Cease swaddling infants, wherein a child under 12 months of age was wrapped in a swaddle sack in room 107. . At the time of the inspection, the center took immediate corrective action. This violation was cited and abated.

    Corrected by May 9, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-3.4(a) · The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.

    Ensure that the center submits a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.

    Corrected by Sep 19, 2023

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Sep 2, 2022 — Monitoring
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-4.8(a)(1) · Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

    Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children.

    Corrected by Oct 6, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.9(a) · The sponsor, sponsor representative, director, or any staff member shall verbally notify the State Central Registry Hotline (1-877 NJ ABUSE/1-877-652-2873) immediately whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect by a staff member, or any other adult, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.9, 8.10, 8.13 and 8.14.

    Based on information, provide a Corrective Action Plan to DCF as required.

    Corrected by Sep 2, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.11(a)(1) · As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

    Ensure that all staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a CHRI background check as required for 10 staff.

    Corrected by Jan 30, 2023

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.3(a) · The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

    Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center, including during transitions to the playground. A named child was left in a classroom unsupervised for 28 minutes.

    Corrected by Sep 2, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.3(a)(1) · The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

    Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center, including during transitions to the playground. A named staff was unaware that a named child was left unsupervised in the classroom for 28 minutes when the class transitioned to the playground.

    Corrected by Sep 2, 2022

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Nov 29, 2021 — Renewal
8 violations cited · view state record
8 violations
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located.

    Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.

    Corrected by Jun 22, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.6(e)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written policy on the disciplining of children by staff members. The policy shall reflect the provisions specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6(a) through (c) and include the acceptable actions that a staff member may take when disciplining a child (that is, discussion with the child, time-out, etc.).

    Prepare a discipline policy that includes the acceptable actions staff members may take when disciplining a child.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-6.8(j)(1) · The center shall develop and follow a written policy on the expulsion of children from enrollment at the center. The expulsion policy shall include

    Develop and maintain on file an expulsion policy.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-7.11(a)(1) · Each center shall develop a written policy on the management of communicable diseases. This policy shall include the following: the list of illnesses and symptoms of illness for which a child will be separated from the group and possibly sent home, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1©.

    Ensure that the center maintains and distributes to all families the center's communicable disease policy and that it includes the list of symptoms for which a child will be excluded from the center.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member.

    Ensure that all staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal.

    Corrected by Apr 8, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) · The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.

    Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.

    Corrected by Feb 4, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

    Provide a current fire certificate as required.

    Corrected by Apr 8, 2022

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  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

    Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2022

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May 6, 2019 — Renewal
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Violation

    3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

    Submit documentation to OOL.

    Corrected by Jun 20, 2019

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Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Dec 2, 2025 inspection noted: “Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription and both epi-pens are present when two are required for a child.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Feb 24, 2025 inspection noted: “Provide and maintain the resilient surfacing (ASTM F-1292) and use zones under all play equipment as required. Ensure that the resilient surfacing does not pose…” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Dec 16, 2024 inspection noted: “Repair and/or paint the door boarders as required throughout the center.” — what has changed since then?

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