Project Updates
Herz Recreation Center Project Update 1/21/22!
In February, are looking forward to presenting to the Board of Supervisors for a grant/gift acceptance of $10 million for the project! . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStow Lake Perimeter Path Project Update 1/21/22!
We are anticipating having a biologist on-site in January and February to conduct wildlife surveys. . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 1/22!
We are putting the final touches on our permit set of drawings and we are planning to advertise the project to contractors in February. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHappy New Year rainbow over Francisco Park!
On January 5 we reached a major milestone moving closer to the park opening when permanent power went live at Francisco Park. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJapantown Peace Plaza Project Update January 2022
This year we will bring the vision plan into a buildable reality. 2021 marked a year of investigations, structural testing, materials studies and confirming the permit codes with Department of Building Inspections (DBI)…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMerced Heights Lower Terrace Project - Contractor Bid Advertisement!
We are happy to report that the project has been advertised to contractors!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBayview Playground Renovation, update 12/2021!
We’re excited to announce that Bayview Playground is open!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgFillmore Turk Mini Park Project Update 12/2021
Say goodbye to 2021 and the drainage problems at Fillmore Turk—…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 12/17!
Hi everybody- Our project team is finalizing the structural design of the building and then we will submit for a Building Permit. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 12/17!
Hi everybody- We have wrapped up our permit set of drawings and the next step is to have the drawings reviewed by the Building Department for approval. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStow Lake Perimeter Path Project Update 12/17!
Hi all- We will be working with a biologist to conduct surveys around Stow Lake for red-legged frogs and to make recommendations on how to minimize any biological impacts. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStow Lake Path - Pathway interruption 12-14 through 17!
Path may be interrupted by tree removal . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgDraft EIR for Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project Published
The San Francisco Planning Department has published the draft environmental impact report for the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Project Architecture and Engineering Services Team Updates
We are excited to be moving toward onboarding our new design team for the project! . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMiddle Lake Rehabilitation Project Update 11/22!
The Middle Lake Rehabilitation project is moving forward and 90% design documents are nearly complete. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park Project Update 11/23!
Recreation and Parks, together with Fletcher Studio, presented updates on the Esprit Park Renovation Project to . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgFillmore Turk Mini Park Project Update 11/23/21
We are awarding the construction contract in December!! . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBay View Playground Renovation, update 11/23/21!
The project is 95% completed! The sod still needs a bit more time to be fully established. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStow Lake Perimeter Path Project Update 11/18!
Hi all- The project team is working with a biologist to minimize impacts to the wildlife around the lake. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStern Grove Playground Virtual Community Meeting #3 12/14 at 5pm!
Join us for the third community meeting for the Stern Grove Playground Renovation Project. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 11/18!
Hi everybody- We are putting the finishing touches on the permit set of drawings, which we will submit to the Building Department for approval. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 11/18!
Hi all- The Building Department has completed their Site Permit review and the permit notification has been posted at the park. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgConstruction at the McLaren Park Native Plant Garden will begin this week!
The McLaren Park Native Plant Garden will showcase the benefits of California Native Plants, beautify the Visitacion Avenue corridor, . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgFillmore Turk Mini Park Project Update 11/2021
The construction contract is being awarded in November 2021 and . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRossi Pool Project Update 11/2/21!
The Rossi Pool Renovation Project progress is moving along well, and we have reached a significant milestone: . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park Project Virtual Community Meeting on November 18th!
Rec and Park is hosting an online update to community members on the Esprit Park Renovation Project on . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgVictoria Manalo Draves Park - VMD reopening Saturday, 10/16/2021
We are please to announce the re-opening of Victoria Manalo Draves Park! The summer renovation included installation of…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMcLaren Park Tai Chi Court Project Update
Construction on the Mansell Tai Chi Court is underway and moving fast!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgFrancisco Park construction moves forward towards December completion
The Hyde Street stairway has been installed and the view from the top is spectacular. The pathway from the stairway to the great lawn will be poured next week.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJuri Commons is now open to the public!
Juri Commons is open to the public! On September 13th the city held a ribbon cutting celebration to commemorate the park’s opening with . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced Boat Dock Ribbon Cutting Ceremony November 13th!
We are happy to announce that construction for the Lake Merced Boat Dock is complete, and the site is open to the public. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgVictoria Manalo Draves Park - Construction wrapping up at VMD
Lighting and safety improvements at VMD are close to completion. We have had a few unfortunate delays from suppliers and subcontractors, but are in the home stretch of construction!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit park Project News 9/30/21!
Consultant on site at Esprit this week to inventory the condition of the storm drainage system that was installed approximately 15 years ago. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgFillmore Turk Mini Park Project Update 9/2021
We received seven bids in June and Public Works contracting administration is in the final stages of identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 9/20!
Hi everybody- We are getting close to wrapping up our construction document for the new playground and the bathroom renovation at Herz Clubhouse. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBay View Playground Renovation, update 9/2021!
The project is 85% completed! The sod was recently installed and needs 60 days for full establishment . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 9/20!
Hi all- The Arts Commission received over 100 applications from potential artists for the public art piece at Herz Recreation Center. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJerry Garcia Amphitheater Opens Following Major Renovation
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival Kicks Off 2021 Season Following Ribbon Cutting.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBuchanan Mall, Turk – Golden Gate at SFAC Civic Design Review Monday 9/20
After almost seven years of community-driven engagement and visioning, SF Rec and Parks is thrilled to be moving forward with a clear schedule for . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJuri Commons Park Reopens Following Renovation
Juri Commons reopened following a $1.9 million renovation honoring the Mission District park’s railroad history, featuring a redesign with new plantings, an improved play space for children, grass for dogs, & an adult exercise area with fitness equipment.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park Project Update 9/11!
We have been assessing conditions on site over the past few months, including the following: . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgVictoria Manalo Draves Construction Updates and Support for Neighboring Bessie Carmichael School
We are several weeks away from the start of Fall and construction work continues…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 8/20!
The landscape architect is developing the construction documents for the project. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRichmond Playground Project Update 8/20!
Design work for the Richmond Playground renovation has resumed!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Park - 9th and Lincoln Gateway Project Update 8/20!
As this project neared 60% design completion it was put on hold due to COVID related funding delays . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Heights Playground Update 8/20!
We have wrapped up work on the Golden Gate Heights Playground & Field Renovation. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 8/20!
The architects and engineers are still hard at work finalizing the details of the building and landscape design. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgUpdates to RFP for Architectural & Engineering Services and Recruitment Timeline for Gene Friend Rec
Thank you for helping us to get the word out to folks who may be interested in working on the project. . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgDesign continues and additional funding received for Buchanan Street Mall!
Thanks to the 174 people who participated in the survey to refine the design of Buchanan Street Mall, Turk – Golden Gate block. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJuri Commons Construction continues 8/16!
Thank you everyone for your continued patience with this renovation project. . .…
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