Project Updates
McLaren Park Native Plant Garden Project Plans
The McLaren Park Native Plant Garden transforms a blighted and hazardous corner of McLaren Park into a functional open space, providing a safe resource for recreation and environmental education about the . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgConstruction expedited for Bessie Carmichael students
Good news is that construction is going great! Our new utility work on Sherman was inspected and approved by PG & E…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgConstruction progress at Victoria Manalo Draves
Construction is moving forward quickly at VMD! Cazadoro Construction, Inc. has been a collaborative partner in accelerating the schedule…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGeorge Christopher project wrapping up,
The final piece of work for George Christopher’s renovations, resurfacing the tennis court, is almost complete!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGeorge Christopher Playground is Now Open!
Thanks so much for those of you who were able to attend the grand reopening . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMerced Heights - Our design team is moving along with construction document production!
As we work on that, we’re reaching back out to solicit input from the community. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgThe Request for Proposals for Architectural & Engineering Services for the Gene Friend Rec is Live
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.orgPortsmouth Square Draft EIR Publication Date: August 4, 2021!
The Portsmouth Square project team has been incredibly busy over the past several months . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgSouth Sunset Fields Construction Update 7/22/21!
The construction contract has been awarded to OBS Engineering Inc. and construction activities will start on site in early August. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Heights Playground Final Construction Update 7/16!
Hi everyone! We are thrilled to share that construction is wrapping up at Golden Gate Heights and we are opening on July 20th at 11:30. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRossi Pool Project Update 7/19!
Project progress is moving along well, and the construction team is working diligently despite some delays due to unforeseen site conditions. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 7/19!
Hi everybody, We are continuing work on the construction documents for the project. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 7/19!
Hi folks, We continue to develop the construction documents for the new Recreation Center and the outdoor spaces. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Heights Playground is Opening 7/20!
Hi everyone- We are thrilled to announce the opening celebration of the Golden Gate Heights Playground and Renovation Project!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStern Grove Playground Virtual Community Meeting #2 (7/21 at 5pm)
Join us for the second community meeting for the Stern Grove Playground Renovation Project. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Center Project Update 6/21/21!
We are pushing to advertise an RFP (request for proposals) for a design team (architecture and engineering) this July, with the goal of selecting a team and having them start work by right after the New Year 2022. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced Boat Dock Replacement Update 6/22!
We are making great construction progress and nearing the finish line!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgVictoria Manalo Draves Park - Construction begins at VMD on Monday, June 28!
Your Victoria Manalo Draves lighting upgrades and park improvements are coming soon! Rec and Park has been working on final preparations with our contractor . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBay View Playground Renovation, update 6/21!
The fence poles, those silver vertical sticks, are 80% installed awaiting the black finish and mesh. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Heights Playground Construction Update 6/21!
Hi all, We are nearing completion of construction at Golden Gate Heights. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 6/21!
Hi everybody, Our design team is working on the construction documents for the project and we are going through the permitting process with the Department of Building Inspection. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 6/21!
Hi all, We are wrapping up our cost estimating and we will be moving into construction documents for the playground renovation. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit park Project News 6/14!
We are happy to report that the Board of Supervisors has approved the grants that support the project. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMerced heights Lower Lawn Project Update 6/15/21!
The Arts Commission Civic Design Review Committee approved the design in April, under their “Small Project Review” category.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJuri Commons Construction Update 6/7!
We’re excited to share that planting is nearing completion, embedded rails are installed in the pathway and the team is about to lay down play surfacing in the playground. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgConstruction starting soon at Victoria Manalo Draves Park in SOMA
The Recreation and Parks Department has executed a construction contract with Cazadoro Construction, Inc. for a summer renovation of Victoria Manalo Draves Park in SOMA.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgSave the Date: India Basin Groundbreaking Event on June 17!
Mark your calendars! A groundbreaking event marking the beginning of remediation work on the India Basin project is scheduled for Thursday, June 17 . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Heights Playground Construction Update 5/21!
Hi everyone, The contractor has installed the sod and they are working on the remainder of the landscaping and site furnishings. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 5/21!
Hi all, Our design has completed the detailed design phase and we are currently cost estimating the project and doing regulatory reviews. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 5/21!
Hi folks, We are performing a cost estimate for the project and then, we will begin construction documents. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park Poised for Robust Renovation
Esprit Park is one step closer to a $7.7 million renovation designed to balance the needs of its growing Dogpatch community—from families to fitness enthusiasts to dogs and their people, the SF Rec & Park Department and UC San Francisco announced today.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBay View Playground Renovation, update 5/17!
Playground fixtures are in! AND the field is finally taking shape.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJapantown Peace Plaza project Update 5/3!
The design started this spring with our team taking a deep ‘technical’ dive into the existing structure and . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgFrancisco Park Construction Update 5/3!
The elevated walkway is complete connecting the lower part of the park along Bay Street with the upper level and future great lawn . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRossi Pool Project Update 4/28!
Project progress is moving along well. Current construction activities include . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced Boat Dock Replacement Update 4/28!
Construction progress at the Lake Merced Boat Dock project is moving along well.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGeorge Christopher Playground Reopening 4/29/21!
The long-awaited date has been appointed! George Christopher Playground is scheduled to reopen to the public on Thursday, April 29th!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMiddle Lake Rehabilitation Project Update 4/26!
The design is progressing and the Middle Lake Rehabilitation project is moving forward!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJuri Commons Construction Update 4/23!
We’re excited to share that the pathways and walls are nearly complete, the play equipment is installed, planting has begun . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRichmond Playground Project Update 4/26!!
Design work on the Richmond Playground renovation is temporarily halted but we are hopeful that the project can resume shortly . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit park Project News 4/23/21!!
Rec and Park staff will be presenting two related Accept and Expend resolutions to the Board of Supervisors Budget & Finance Subcommittee on Wednesday, April 28.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Playground Project Update 4/20!
Hi everyone, Thank you so much for your support at the Recreation and Park Commission and for participating in all our community outreach for this project.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Heights Playground Construction Update 4/20!
Hi folks- The contractor is working on flatwork around the playground including pouring concrete and asphalt for the paths and picnic area.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center Project Update 4/20!
Hi all, Thank you to all the community members who helped make this project a reality!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgArts Commission Review and Design Coordination for Merced Heights Lawn Terrace Project!
Following Rec and Park Commission of concept design in March, we are moving forward!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Center Project Update 4/16/21!
As you have likely heard by now, Prop A passed in November, and the Health and Recovery General Obligation Bond is a go . . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgTemporary Playground Closure Apr 26-27 and Donor Recognition Tile Installation Complete
The West Portal Playground (Children’s Play Area Only) will be temporarily closed April 26 through sometime on April 27 as we do some safety surfacing repairs.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBay View Playground Project Update 3/29/21
The entire site has been graded and fence footing installed—so that the boundaries of the field (such as,… home plate, backstop foul lines etc) are easier to see. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgFillmore Turk Mini Park Project Update 3/29/21
Target bid advertisement will be mid-Spring 2021. . .
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park Renovation Update MAR ‘21
Now that the Rec and Park Commission has approved a final concept design, the team is working to build a detailed schedule and project plan…
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