Next month, RPD staff will be presenting the concept design for the Kezar Pavilion Renovation Project to the Recreation and Park Commission for approval. This marks an important milestone for the project, and we want to thank everyone for their Read on…
Based on feedback from the initial round of community outreach, two concept designs have been created to illustrate a range of potential alternatives. The NEW OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA will enable us to support more senior-focused outdoor fitness Read on…
Thanks to everyone who attended our third community meeting on December 16, where we explored the final concept design for this legendary venue. The meeting materials, including the presentation and meeting boards, are now posted on the project webpage Read on…
Based on feedback from the initial round of community outreach, two concept designs have been created to illustrate a range of potential alternatives. The NEW OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA will enable us to support more senior-focused outdoor fitness Read on…
Join us to explore the final concept design for this legendary venue. In addition, staff from San Francisco Arts Commission will share exciting, new opportunities for public art at Kezar and staff from Department of Emergency Management will offer Read on…
The 9th & Lincoln Gateway Improvements are complete. Thank you for your support throughout construction. This will be our last blog update for this project. Please visit our park improvements webpage to learn about other major projects happening in the Read on…
Thanks to the successful Let’sPlaySF! Initiative funded by the 2012 Park Bond, SF Parks Alliance, and philanthropic partners we are renovating 13 dilapidated playgrounds across our city. With 11 playgrounds already beautifully renovated and two more Read on…
Join us to explore the final concept design for this legendary venue. In addition, staff from San Francisco Arts Commission will share exciting, new opportunities for public art at Kezar and staff from Department of Emergency Management will offer Read on…
Through the funding support of the 2020 Parks Bond and the Board of Supervisors, Rec and Park is conducting outreach and actively engaging with the community for a new Outdoor Recreation Area, near the existing GGP Senior Center. This space will enable us Read on…
We are planning for a community meeting in the coming weeks to share the final schematic design and to discuss the public art program. We will be sharing the date and time soon Read on…
The $3 million renovation project, the latest in a series of enhancements to make the park more welcoming, accessible, and safe for all visitors, links Golden Gate Park to the bustling Irving Street commercial corridor Read on…
This month, the project team presented the design of Kezar Pavilion at Civic Design Review for a Phase I concept design. We are happy to report that the design was approved and we can proceed with the project. We are anticipating hosting a final Read on…
Join us for the reopening of the 9th & Lincoln Gateway in Golden Gate Park! Ribbon cutting ceremony followed by a reception at the Thomas Church Pavilion Celebration Garden at the San Francisco Botanical Garden. Read on…
We are excited to announce that the accessibility improvement project at the beloved Botanical Garden Bookstore is now complete. This project installed a ramp and handrails to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Read on…
Thanks to everyone who attended our community open house in Golden Gate Park! We received lots of great feedback and heard from folks interesting in native plants, programming for youth and seniors and a desire to create a welcoming and active plaza space Read on…
RESCHEDULED: Community meeting is now on October 9, 4:30-5:30 pm. No meeting on October 2. Join us to learn more about this project, talk to Rec and Park staff, see the results of the initial survey, and offer your feedback on the design of this exciting Read on…
Construction began on July 17 and the construction of the new ADA deck and ramp is moving forward nicely. The new decking work is now complete, and the contractor is finishing the custom steel handrails which will be installed in the next two weeks Read on…
This month, Rec and Park joined Bay Area Young Survivors (BAYS) to break ground on the BAYS Breast Cancer Memorial Garden in Golden Gate Park. Once complete, the revitalized garden area will serve as a space for reflection, honoring the many people who Read on…
Middle Lake is now open! Thank you for your support throughout construction. This will be our last blog update for this project. Be sure to check out our two brand-new audio tours of Middle Lake which provide interesting historical and ecological context Read on…
Reminder! We hope to see you next weekend in Golden Gate Park for a community open house to discuss the Kezar Pavilion Renovation Project. We will be sharing updated design drawings and seeking your feedback on the architecture, the outdoor plaza design Read on…
Take the survey! Now extended through Sunday, September 15. Through the funding support of the 2020 Parks Bond and the Board of Supervisors, Rec and Park is beginning the early outreach and community engagement phase for a new Outdoor Recreation Area Read on…
The project team will be presenting updated designs for the renovation of Kezar Pavilion to the San Francisco Civic Design Review Committee on Monday, August 19th at 2pm. The meetings are held in hybrid format and open to the public Read on…
If you’ve been through the intersection lately, you’ll notice that the team has made good progress – stone walls are complete, paving on both sides of the intersection has been poured, and all new pathways will soon be open to pedestrians. In the coming Read on…
Through the funding support of the 2020 Parks Bond and the Board of Supervisors, Rec and Park is beginning the early outreach and community engagement phase for a new Outdoor Recreation Area, near the existing GGP Senior Center. Read on…
San Francisco Recreation and Park Department officials this week celebrated new improvements completed at Golden Gate Park’s Middle Lake, resulting in nearly 2 acres of glistening water where a dry lakebed and invasive species stood for decades. Read on…
Construction began on July 17 and the construction of the new ADA deck and ramp is moving forward nicely. The new decking is being installed now and once this is complete, the contractor will install the new handrails and curb railing. The project is Read on…
Construction on the Bay Area Young Survivors (BAYS) Memorial Garden is now slated to begin Fall 2024. Expect to see minor impacts around Arguello Blvd and Conservatory Drive East/West. If any closures or detours are required, we will post notifications. Read on…
We are planning for a community outreach event on Saturday, August 24, 10:30-noon to get feedback on the renovation design of Kezar Pavilion and input on future programming. We will be hosting an open house style workshop outdoors in Read on…
The walls and paving on the west side have been completed. That side of the gateway is now open to pedestrians. The contractor is now hard at work on the stone masonry walls on the east side of the intersection. The masonry work should be complete within Read on…
We have completed environmental review on the Kezar Pavilion Renovation Project. This is an important step that all of our capital renovation must go through. We have re-engaged with our design team to continue Read on…