Project Updates
Marina Project Update | REMINDER: Community Meeting #3 today, December 5, 6:00-7:00pm
Join us for our third community meeting to learn about updates to the Marina Project. We will go over the changes to the project since our last meeting in summer 2023. Design changes are based on new studies and the rules set by the Board of Supervisors…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLet’sPlaySF! Initiative | Take the Let’sPlaySF! Playground Survey open through January 31, 2025
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 at sfrecpark.orgJackson Playground Improvement Project | Temporary art mural on basketball court coming early 2025
The outdoor basketball court at Jackson Playground will receive an aesthetic upgrade with a temporary art installation in early 2025. The San Francisco Recreation & Park Department is working with artist Victor Solomon and the Courtside Foundation…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Center | Construction update, November 2024
The contractor team is continuing with Deep Soil Mixing (DSM) production. DSM work uses large, specialized equipment to stabilize the soil under the location where the new Rec Center will be built. DSM work is anticipated to continue into early 2025…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBuchanan Street Mall | Project update, November 2024
Thanks to all who joined us for a Community Gathering at the African American Arts & Culture Complex on 11/12! It was nice to see so many familiar faces, and we are filled with gratitude for you community members who have been such wonderful advocates for…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park | Construction update, November 2024
We are continuing to push toward substantial completion of construction and the re-opening of the park. Work to repair and replace curb ramps and sections of sidewalk, which required for disability access, has been completed and inspections are…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgTwin Peaks Trail Improvement Project and Promenade Project | Construction update, November 2024
Construction for two out of three trails is complete! The trail at Noe Peak and the switchback to the south will open tomorrow, November 27. Areas with erosion control fabric have been seeded and native seedlings are already beginning to…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgKezar Pavilion Renovation Project | Community Meeting on Monday, December 16, 6:00-7:30 pm
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 at sfrecpark.orgPortsmouth Square Elevator Modernization | Construction update, November 2024
Work continues on elevator car 1. We are still on pace to have elevator car 1 completed and inspected by the end of the year, at which time work on elevator car 2 will begin…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJapantown Peace Plaza Renovation | Construction Advisory - Notice of Night Work in December
Please be advised – Plant Construction Company, L.P. will be performing waterproofing work at the Japantown Peace Plaza (1610 Geary Blvd.) on the following dates: December 2-6 and December 9-13. Night work will be performed during the hours of…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGreat Highway Project | Notice of Pending Permit - California Coastal Commission
A permit application for development on this site is pending before the California Coastal Commission. Proposed development: Great Highway Vehicle Closure/Sloat Bike Lanes Project - This project will permanently close the roadway to private vehicles to…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Park-Senior Center Outdoor Recreation Area | Community meeting #2, Dec. 12, 3-4p
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 at sfrecpark.orgJackson Playground Improvement Project | Project update, November 2024
On November 16, 2024, over 100 San Francisco residents joined SF Recreation and Park department and the Friends of Jackson Park at a public community meeting in the historic Jackson Park Clubhouse. The project team shared plans of the approved design for…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHarding Park ADA Improvements | Project update, November 2024
The ADA Improvements at the Harding Park Clubhouse and parking lot are almost finished. The contractor is finalizing some loose ends, such as touch-up painting and securing the wheel stops in the parking spaces. We will also make…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced Trail Improvements | Construction update, November 2024
Construction of the renovated Lake Merced pathways is just about complete! The contractor is in process of taking down all the construction fencing. The adult fitness stations have been installed and the planting is…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgKezar Pavilion Renovation Project | Project update, November 2024
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 at sfrecpark.orgStern Grove Playground Renovation | Construction update, November 2024
Since our last update in October, the contractor is pouring concrete for the boardwalk footings and working on the tiered seating that connects the lawn to the playground…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGreat Famine Memorial Plaza Project | Project update, November 2024
On November 14, San Francisco residents gathered to learn more about the Great Famine Memorial Project and to share their thoughts and insights on this meaningful initiative. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, along with the project design…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJapantown Peace Plaza Renovation | Construction update, November 20, 2024
Continued Construction Updates for NOVEMBER into DECEMBER. EAST Mall: Entrance from Post Street – Detour through the center of the Plaza until a new temporary path alongside building is installed in mid-December. WEST Mall: Entrance from Post Street…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgSouth Sunset Clubhouse | Project Update, November 2024
On Thursday, November 14, San Francisco Recreation and Park Department officials, along with Assemblymember Ting, Supervisor Engardio, leaders from Self-Help for the Elderly, the project design team, and community members, celebrated the groundbreaking of…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMcLaren Park | McLaren Park Collaborative meeting, November 18, 6:30 pm
Rec and Park staff will share various capital project updates at the virtual McLaren Collaborative meeting this evening, Monday 11/18, starting at 6:30 pm…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgOcean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project (OBCCAP) | Coastal Development Permit Approved
On November 14, the California Coastal Commission approved the Coastal Development Permit for the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project. The project team and commission staff were able to strike a balance between protecting critical wastewater…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgSouth Sunset Clubhouse | Community Breaks Ground on South Sunset Clubhouse Renovation
The renovation will expand the space, allowing Self-Help for the Elderly to serve even more Sunset District seniors.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgSouth Sunset Clubhouse | Groundbreaking ceremony, November 14, 1-2pm
Come join us at the South Sunset Clubhouse, 2601 40th Ave, this Thursday, November 14 from 1-2pm for a groundbreaking ceremony followed by a recognition of Assemblymember Phil Ting for his contributions to our park system!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMarina Project Update: Community Meeting #3 and Dock Demolition Complete
Join us for our third community meeting to learn about updates to the Marina Project. We will go over the changes to the project since our last meeting in summer 2023. Design changes are based on new studies and the rules set by the Board of Supervisors…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Center | Construction update: Weekend Work on 11/9
Please be advised that we anticipate the Contractor team will be working this Saturday, November 9, from 7 am to 7 pm. We are authorizing this work to keep construction progressing as quickly as possible. While performing this work, the contractor will…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgBuchanan Street Mall | Buchanan Mall Gathering & Project Updates
Join the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department (SFRPD), Trust for Public Land (TPL), Citizen Film, and the Memory Walk Art Advisory Committee (MWAC) for a festive gathering to review the latest updates on the Buchanan Street Mall Renovations…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJapantown Peace Plaza Renovation | Construction update, November 4, 2024
The concrete slab below the pagoda has been waterproofed, and the five-story scaffolding is almost completed! Check out the reinforcements (all those vertical sticks being installed in photo) for the future terraced seating. Continued Construction…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMcLaren Trails | McLaren Trails tree work almost complete
Our contractor has finished work on Philosopher’s Hill! Hazardous tree removals have made the trails more safe and improved the health of remaining trees by decreasing crowding and increasing light penetration and airflow through the forest…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMayor Breed Joins Inner Sunset Community to Celebrate Improved 9th & Lincoln Gateway
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 at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park | Construction update, October 2024
We have been working on several tasks to help wrap up major construction. We are finishing the right of way work required for disability access. We are also working on electrical and lighting installation, planting, and finishing the…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Center | Construction update, October 2024
The contractor team is continuing with Deep Soil Mixing (DSM) production. DSM work uses large, specialized equipment to stabilize the soil under the location where the new Rec Center will be built. DSM work is anticipated to continue into early 2025…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgTwin Peaks Trail Improvement Project and Promenade Project | Construction update, October 2024
The trail renovation at Noe Peak is nearly complete! Our contractor, Cazadoro Construction, has nearly finished installing the box steps for both trails. Once that work is complete, they will focus on erosion control and revegetation at…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgPortsmouth Square Elevator Modernization | Construction update, October 2024
Work to upgrade the first elevator car continues. Concurrently, we are working in the machine room to ensure everything is well-maintained and complies with current elevator codes. We anticipate work on elevator car 1 will be complete by late 2024. Once…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgKezar Pavilion Renovation Project | Project update, October 2024
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 at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center | Construction update, October 2024
This month, we enjoyed celebrating the opening of the Sunnydale Community Center along with our partners from Mercy Housing, Related California, Boys & Girls Club, and Wu Yee Children’s Services…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStern Grove Playground Renovation | Construction update, October 2024
Site demolition is complete, and the contractor is currently laying out the boardwalk and concrete footings for the new stepped seating. They are also making site drainage improvements…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced Trail Improvements | Construction update, October 2024
Trail improvement work continues along Lake Merced Boulevard as the contractor works on paving an asphalt path and installing soft surface, park tread, and trail. We hope to complete major work on this project by the end of November. If you have any…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHarding Park ADA Improvements | Project update, October 2024
The ADA Improvements at the Harding Park clubhouse and parking lot are now nearly complete! The parking lot work is all finished and the outdoor patio should be re-opening to the public by the end of October. We are happy to report that folks are using…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMission Bay Parks | Future Parks: Community Workshop 2, Tuesday, October 29, 6-7:30pm
Mission Bay Development Group has spent the summer gathering input about the future parks, and they’re looking forward to sharing with you what they’ve learned! Since June, Mission Bay’s park planners have been gathering community input regarding the…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJackson Playground Improvement Project | Community Meeting, November 16, 10am-12pm
Within the next few years, Jackson Playground will undergo a full renovation. This project will transform the entire existing park, reinvigorating the clubhouse and outdoor spaces. The design has been approved and now, once again, we welcome people of all…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJackson Playground Improvement Project | Construction Advisory, October 29-30
Please be advised that as part of the Jackson Playground Improvement Project we will be performing soil testing work in two locations within the park over a period of two days next week, October 29-30. This work will measure the rate at which water…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgTrocadero Clubhouse | Construction update, October 2024
We’re getting close to finishing up construction! We are currently working our way through required inspections to ensure that the building is ready to use. In the meantime, we are continuing with painting work and other finishing touches. New chandeliers…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Park - 9th and Lincoln Gateway | Ribbon cutting ceremony, November 1, 11 AM to 12:30 PM
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 at sfrecpark.orgIndia Basin Waterfront Park | Mayor Breed & Bayview-Hunters Point Community Celebrate Park Opening
Mayor London N. Breed today joined community members and state leaders to celebrate the opening of the southern half of India Basin Waterfront Park, one of the most significant park projects in modern San Francisco history. The $200 million…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJapantown Peace Plaza Renovation | Construction update, October 21, 2024
Get your last glimpses of the Pagoda before it is covered in scaffolding! The shoring installed in the garage supports the scaffolding in the plaza. Please be advised of the following construction updates since our last update earlier this month…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGreat Famine Memorial Plaza Project | Community Meeting + Civic Design Review Meeting
We are excited to share two upcoming opportunities in October and November to learn more about the Great Famine Memorial Plaza Project, ask questions, and share your feedback. This project will construct a concrete platform and guardrail to host future…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Park - San Francisco Botanical Garden Bookstore | Construction is now complete!
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 at sfrecpark.orgEsprit Park | Construction update: Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Work Begins
Please be advised – Starting tomorrow, October 17, our contractor team will begin repairing and replacing curb ramps and small sections of sidewalk around the park. This work is required to ensure disability access compliance. Please expect…
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The project team will be presenting updated designs for the renovation of Jackson Playground to the San Francisco Civic Design Review Committee on Monday, October 21 at 2pm. The meetings are held in hybrid format and open to the public…
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