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ALICE CHALMERS PLAYGROUND CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS UPDATE
Construction work continues at the Alice Chalmers Playground. Azul Works, Inc. has completed the installation of all Read on... -
Alice Chalmers Playground Receives $30,000 for Makeover
Grant awarded by the National Recreation and Park Association and The Walt Disney Company Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ON ALICE CHALMERS PLAYGROUND
Just a quick update. On Tuesday, June 18, 2019, the Azul Works Inc. (Contractor) began construction at the Alice Chalmers Playground, a LetsPlaySF! project! Read on... -
Rossi Pool Project Update 3/9/21!
Project progress is moving along well, despite some recent construction delays due to unforeseen site conditions. . . Read on... -
Rossi Pool Project Update 10/28!
Much progress has been made over the past couple months on the utilities, sitework and interiors. . . Read on... -
ROSSI POOL PROJECT UPDATE
Planning for the Rossi Pool renovation is moving along as the design team completes construction documents. Read on... -
ROSSI POOL RENOVATION PROJECT UPDATE
Rossi Pool Renovation Project is moving forward as scheduled. Work has included demolition of old infrastructure and equipment and the contractor is starting on new structural improvement work. Read on... -
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Bernal Heights Trail Construction Nearing Completion!
Construction work on the Bernal Trails Project is ongoing and nearing completion. Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION ONGOING
Trail improvements southern trail (across from Ellsworth Street) have been completed with new box steps and seeding Read on... -
SECTION OF TRAIL CLOSED DURING SEPTEMBER
Restoration and construction work will occur in segments throughout Bernal Heights Park from September 2019 through early 2020. Read on... -
BERNAL HEIGHTS CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Construction crews have removed loose debris from the park road from Bernal Heights Boulevard to the Folsom Street entrance Read on... -
Complete the survey to refine the design of an all-ages play area in Buchanan Street Mall
Thanks to everyone who participated in the Virtual Community Meeting . . . Read on... -
Virtual Meeting and Survey to Refine the Design for Buchanan Street Mall
The Buchanan Street Mall project team is seeking community feedback to inform the look and feel and the specific equipment included in the new all-ages recreation area in the Turk - Golden Gate block Read on... -
BUCHANAN STREET MALL FINAL CONCEPTUAL DESIGN COMPLETE!
The Fillmore community has been reimagining Buchanan Street Mall since late 2014, to design a safer more inclusive neighborhood space Read on... -
BUCHANAN STREET MALL – COMMUNITY WORKSHOP ON NOV. 1st!
Please join us on Nov 1st as we begin to create the conceptual design for the entire five block length of Buchanan Mall. Read on... -
DESIGNER SELECTED FOR BUCHANAN MALL
We are excited to have The Office of Cheryl Barton (O|CB) join us as designers for the conceptual design proposals for the entire 5 block length of Buchanan Mall Read on... -
BUCHANAN STREET MALL PROJECT UPDATE
In March 2017, Rec & Park’s partners, the Trust for Public Land (TPL) together with Citizen Film, completed an intensive community engagement process Read on... -
Buena Vista Park Needs Assessment and Cost Estimate Update 10/7!
A presentation of the Needs Assessment . . . Read on... -
Buena Vista Community Meeting 6/2/20 Notes and Presentation
Thank you to the 80 community members who stepped into the unknown with the Project Team . . . Read on... -
Buena Vista Park Needs Assessment and Cost Analysis Final Report is Published!
Thanks to the community and the project team, we are proud to present . . . Read on... -
Buena Vista Park Needs Assessment and Cost Analysis Virtual Meeting #3
With current social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rec and Park is continuing community engagement virtually. Read on... -
BUENA VISTA PARK- 2ND COMMUNITY MEETING ON FEB 24
The second community meeting for the Buena Vista Park Needs Assessment and Cost Analysis project will be held on Monday, February 24 Read on... -
BUENA VISTA PARK – COMMUNITY SITE WALK!
Please join us for a community site walk as part of the Buena Vista Park Needs Assessment and Cost Analysis project. Read on... -
BUENA VISTA PARK – COMMUNITY MEETING
The first community meeting for the Buena Vista Park Needs Assessment and Cost Analysis project will be held Read on... -
Bay View Playground Renovation Pre-Construction Preparations
The awarded contractor is in the final stages of certification (meaning the back ground check and paperwork has been completed) and we are expected to give them the go ahead “notice to proceed” with construction next month! Read on... -
FILLMORE TURK MINI PARK – OCTOBER 2019
Exciting News! Late September, Recreation and Park Commission approved design for Fillmore Turk Mini Park Read on... -
RALPH D HOUSE COMMUNITY PARK GRAND OPENING!
The Ralph D House Community Park reopened on Wednesday May 29th! Read on... -
YOUNGBLOOD COLEMAN COF PROJECT COMPLETE!
The drinking fountain has been installed and the grill replaced with a double wide version. Read on... -
Esprit 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 Read on... -
Esprit park Project News 2/23!
Hi everyone- At long last, we have an approved conceptual design for the project! Read on... -
Esprit park Project Update 1/22!
Hi folks- We have exciting news! We will be presenting a concept plan for approval at the Rec Park Commission in February! . . . Read on... -
Esprit Park Renovation Update Dec '20
Thank you to those who attended our virtual community meeting! We are currently conducting an online survey for the project Read on... -
Esprit park Project Update 10/29!
Hi everyone - We are getting organized for a virtual community workshop . . . Read on... -
Esprit park Project Update 9/18!
Hi all- We are planning for additional community outreach this Fall. . . Read on... -
Esprit Park Project Update 8/21!
Hi all - We are working on details for additional community outreach in the next few weeks. . . Read on... -
Esprit Park Project Update 7/24!
We had a meeting of the Esprit Park Advisory Group and associated meeting materials are available on our website. Read on... -
Esprit Community Advisory Group Meeting 7/23/2020!
Please join us for the meeting if you can. Read on... -
Esprit Park Project Update June 2020
The project team is scheduling the next ECAG meeting and broad community outreach will follow. Read on... -
Esprit Park Project Update 5/22
Hi all- The project team is completing the design updates and we are looking forward to sharing them with the community this summer. Read on... -
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Esprit Park Project Update
The project team has been updating the project design based on feedback from the community workshop. Read on... -
POP-IN WORKSHOP SUMMARY FEB 2020
Thank you so much to those who attended this month’s Pop-In Workshop! We got some great feedback Read on... -
ESPRIT PARK WORKSHOP- CONCEPT PLAN
We are excited to announce an upcoming workshop to help finalize the concept plan for the renovation of Esprit Park Read on... -
ESPRIT PARK COMMUNITY OUTREACH UPDATE
Hi everyone! We had a great time at the Pop-Up Playdate in November! We are looking forward to continuing outreach efforts Read on... -
POP-UP PLAYDATE AT ESPRIT PARK!
Hi everyone! Join us for a fun day of play for kids of all ages at Esprit Park Read on... -
ESPRIT PARK RENOVATION
Hi everyone- The contract with the project landscape architect is getting wrapped up and we are looking forward to Read on... -
Fillmore Turk Mini Park Project Update 3/29/21
Target bid advertisement will be mid-Spring 2021. . . Read on... -
Fillmore Turk Mini Park Project Update 1/29/21
We just received notice that the building permit has been approved! Read on... -
Fillmore/Turk Mini Park Project Update 10/13!
So much to report! Read on... -
FILLMORE TURK MINI PARK – OCTOBER 2019
Exciting News! Late September, Recreation and Park Commission approved design for Fillmore Turk Mini Park. Read on... -
Fillmore Turk Mini Park Community Meeting
Join the New Community Leadership Foundation and San Francisco Beautiful to review the scope of work, schedule and budget Read on... -
Francisco Park Construction Update DEC '20
Construction at Francisco Park continues to move along smoothly. The elevated pathway structure has been painted and the crew is starting to install the boardwalk Read on... -
Francisco Park Construction Update 11/12!
Recent construction activities at Francisco Park include . . . Read on... -
Francisco Park Construction Update 10/7!
Francisco Park construction is moving along at a rapid pace . . . Read on... -
Francisco Park construction has restarted!
Francisco Park construction has restarted after being paused under the City’s shelter-in-place order. Read on... -
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FRANCISCO PARK UPDATE
The design development for the future park at Francisco Reservoir continues to develop, providing a diversity of fully accessible public spaces Read on... -
FRANCISCO PARK PROJECT UPDATE
On March 15, 2018 the Rec and Park Commission approved the conceptual design to renovate the Francisco Reservoir Read on... -
SF Rec & Parks Moves Forward to Add Brand New 4.5 Acre Park to San Francisco
Rec and Park announced today the commission approval of conceptual design to convert 4.5 acres of former reservoir Read on... -
Garfield Pool Project Update 3/9/21!
We are thrilled that the construction fencing is down, and the Garfield site is now open to the public. . . Read on... -
Garfield pool Renovation Update 10/27!
The major construction activities have been completed and we are near the finish . . . Read on... -
Garfield Pool Project Update 7/22!
Much progress has been made over the past couple months on the utility and sitework, Read on... -
Garfield Pool Project Update 5/13!
Construction has continued through Shelter In Place, albeit at a reduced pace. Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FEB 2020
Construction is well underway for the Garfield Pool renovation project. The glass installation has begun, the sitework around the buildings has Read on... -
GARFIELD POOL – CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
We are making great progress on the construction at Garfield Pool. The old clubhouse building has been demolished Read on... -
ANNOUNCEMENT: GARFIELD POOL CLOSING OCTOBER 15TH!
The Recreation & Park Department is excited to announce the upcoming renovation of the Garfield Pool and Clubhouse Read on... -
PROJECT UPDATE
The Garfield Pool Renovation is coming soon! The Department will be opening bids for the construction contract on June 27th. Read on... -
Gene 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... -
Gene Friend Rec Project Update 10/9!
Gene Friend Recreation Center has been included as a project . . . Read on... -
GENE FRIEND REC CENTER PROJECT UPDATE FEB 2020
Thanks to the large group of representatives from community organizations who came out for the Recreation and Park Commission Capital Committee hearing Read on... -
GENE FRIEND REC CENTER CONCEPT DESIGN AT COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 4
Thanks to all of our community members who have provided valuable input since early 2015 on the feasibility study Read on... -
GENE FRIEND REC CENTER PROJECT UPDATES
We have our final concept design for the new rec center and are just wrapping up environmental review with SF Planning. Read on... -
GENE FRIEND REC CENTER DESIGN CLEARS ARTS COMMISSION CIVIC DESIGN REVIEW PHASE 1
The Gene Friend Rec Center design team presented project design and drawings to the San Francisco Arts Commission’s Civic Design Review Committee Read on... -
Geneva Powerhouse Project Update 10/9!
We are excited to announce that our tenant . . . Read on... -
Geneva Car Barn Phase I construction is nearly complete!
We are excited to announce that phase I is nearing completion. Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE- FEB 2020
Construction is nearing completion on the Geneva Car Barn & Powerhouse Phase 1 improvements Read on... -
GENEVA CAR BARN CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
We are getting closer to our Fall opening timeline for the Powerhouse portion of the Geneva Car Barn! Read on... -
GENEVA CAR BARN CONSTRUCTION
Beautiful weather means construction is moving along smoothly at the Car Barn. Read on... -
GENEVA CAR BARN CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
We are still moving through construction at the Geneva Car Barn. We have been removing paint and graffiti from Read on... -
Plants, paths, sculptures, and turf installed at George Christopher
The project suffered COVID-19, weather, and subcontractor scheduling delays . . . Read on... -
George Christopher schedule update 11/5!
The ball field fence repairs are complete and look fantastic! Read on... -
George Christopher play equipment installed, fence work underway, and planting!
The play equipment is now installed at George Christopher! Read on... -
George Christopher Playground project Update 8/21!
There has been tremendous progress on George Christopher Playground Renovation this summer. . . Read on... -
George Christopher Update: Construction Moving Quickly
Construction is moving apace at George Christopher! The focus of late has been shaping the various walls... Read on... -
George Christopher Playground Construction to Resume after Pause for COVID-19 Social Distancing
I hope you are well and finding opportunities to connect with nature and virtually connect with community during this time of sheltering in place. Read on... -
GEORGE CHRISTOPHER: PROGRESS DURING THE WET WINTER MONTHS
Construction is moving along at George Christopher Playground! The playground demo progressed quickly in the fall Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION BEGINNING SOON AT GEORGE CHRISTOPHER PLAYGROUND
After many years of community process and design, construction on the George Christopher Playground renovation will begin Read on... -
GEORGE CHRISTOPHER PLAYGROUND PROJECT IS GOING OUT TO BID SOON!
George Christopher Playground renovation includes: site work/playground renovation, paving, restroom upgrades, maintenance road work and irrigation work Read on... -
GEORGE CHRISTOPHER FINAL CONCEPT RENDERINGS
As an update to my last post, we have updated our renderings for the George Christopher project Read on... -
Golden 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... -
Golden Gate Heights Playground Construction Update 3/16!
Hi folks- The playground equipment is installed and the contractor is working on grading the . . . Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Playground Construction Update 2/23!
Hi everyone! The playground equipment is being installed at Golden Gate Heights! Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Playground Project Update 1/22/21
Hi everyone! Construction is continuing at Golden Gate Heights. Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Update Dec '20
The contractor will be working on the retaining wall on the north side of the playground Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Playground Construction Update 10/29!
Hi everyone- The construction fences are going up at Golden Gate Heights. . . Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Playground Construction Has Begun!
Hi folks- Construction has officially begun on the project! Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Construction Starting Soon!
Hi everyone- We are getting close to the official start of construction! Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Playground Project - Construction Starting Soon!
The contracts are getting signed and we are looking forward to starting construction very soon! Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Project is about to start Construction!
We have great news to share! Yesterday, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission approved the construction contract award for the Golden Gate Heights Playground and Field Renovation Project! Read on... -
Golden Gate Heights Playground Project Update 5/22!
We are moving forward with awarding the construction contract on the project next month! Read on... -
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Golden Gate Heights Playground Project Update March 26
We have an exciting update on the Golden Gate Heights Playground & Renovation Project. Read on... -
GOLDEN GATE HEIGHTS PROJECT OUT TO BID FEB 2020
The project is currently out to bid, which means that potential contractors are reviewing the construction documents and pricing the work Read on... -
GOLDEN GATE HEIGHTS PROJECT UPDATE FEB 2020
We have exciting news to share! We have completed the design phase of the project Read on... -
DESIGN DOCUMENTS WRAPPING UP
Updates on the Golden Gate Heights Playground renovation, a project under the Let'sPlaySF! initiative. Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENT UPDATE
Update on the renovation of Golden Gate Heights Playground, a project under the Let'sPlaySF! Initiative. Read on... -
Construction almost complete at GGP Dog Training Area
The work at the historic Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area is SO CLOSE to being finished . . . Read on... -
GGP Dog Training Area December Update
The historic Dog Training Area is very close to completion, however project opening has been delayed until late January. We have had some December delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic... Read on... -
Construction wrapping up at the GGP Dog Training Area!
We are in the final phases of construction at the historic Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area . . . Read on... -
GGP Dog Training Area: Construction Underway!
Construction is underway at the Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area! Read on... -
Construction at the Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area Starting Soon!
I hope you are well and finding opportunities to connect with nature and virtually connect with community during this time of sheltering in place. Read on... -
GGP DOG TRAINING AREA – TREE WORK COMPLETE
Tree maintenance and removals are now complete at the Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area Read on... -
GGP DOG TRAINING AREA – TEMPORARY CLOSURE WEEK OF 10/28
Please be advised that the Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area will be fully closed from Monday, October 28 through Wednesday, October 30 for tree pruning and removals Read on... -
GGP DOG TRAINING AREA PROJECT UPDATE
The design team is putting the finishing touches on the construction drawings for the renovation of the Dog Training Area Read on... -
Middle Lake Rehabilitation Project Update
The Middle Lake Rehabilitation is moving forward! Read on... -
Middle Lake Design Pushing Forward 9/21!
The talented design team for the Middle Lake Rehabilitation is nearing completion of the 50% design phase. . . Read on... -
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Golden Gate Park Stanyan Edge Project Update 10/7!
Wanted to give a quick update on the this project. . . Read on... -
Construction is Completed for the Stanyan Street Edge of Golden Gate Park!
If you haven’t noticed yet, all the construction fencing has been removed on the project that the public should have full access to the east edge of the park. . . Read on... -
Construction continues on Stanyan Edge Project
After a months long pause on our project, we have finally given the green light for the contractor to begin work again. Read on... -
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The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Tennis Center will open on March 3rd!
Wednesday, March 3, 2021, the Lisa and Douglas Goldman Tennis Center will open to the public. Read on... -
Golden Gate Park Tennis Center December Update
The Tennis Center is making great progress towards completion in early 2021. The courts are now fully color coated, fences are installed, and planting is nearing completion. Read on... -
Golden Gate Park Tennis Center Project Update 11/4!
Check out the great article on the project . . . Read on... -
Golden Gate Park Tennis Center Project Update 10/7!
The Tennis Center construction continues to move forward with finishes and technology . . . Read on... -
GGP Tennis Center Construction Update June 2020
The Tennis Center construction is moving along on schedule and despite some delays due to COVID-19 the Tennis Center is still on track for a late fall opening. Read on... -
Golden Gate Park Tennis Center Construction Update 5/13!
The Tennis Center construction team continues to move forward with construction . . . Read on... -
SF REC AND PARK COMMISSION GREENLIGHTS OPERATOR OF GOLDEN GATE PARK TENNIS CENTER
Lifetime Activities, a company that runs municipal tennis centers in five Bay Area cities, has been chosen to operate the Golden Gate Park Tennis Center Read on... -
GOLDEN GATE PARK TENNIS CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
The Tennis Center team is taking advantage of this great weather by moving quickly through construction Read on... -
SF Rec and Parks Breaks Ground on $27M Tennis Center
Tennis enthusiasts of all ages gathered today with City officials, the Tennis Coalition of San Francisco, and the San Francisco Parks Alliance to celebrate a new era for public tennis Read on... -
Guy Place Project Update 8/21!
Hi all- This will be our last blog update for the project. Read on... -
Guy Place Mini Park is Officially Open!
We are officially open! Read on... -
Guy Place Project Update 5/22!
The contractor on Guy Place Mini Park has been busy finalizing details on-site such as installing wire mesh around the columns and installing planter railings. Read on... -
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Guy Place Construction Update
Work continues on Guy Place at this time. Read on... -
GUY PLACE PROJECT UPDATE FEB 21 2020
Earlier this week, the contractor installed the new sidewalk in front of the park. Please note that this weekend Read on... -
GUY PLACE ROAD CLOSURE FEB 19 2020
The contractor for Guy Place Park, may need to close a portion of the road in front of the park on Wednesday, February 19, from 10:00am-3:00pm Read on... -
GUY PLACE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE FEB 2020
We are making some good progress on-site and the contractor has installed the granite stone Read on... -
GUY PLACE STREET UTILITIES
Construction progress has been intermittent over the past few weeks due to a unexpected conflict with street utilities Read on... -
NEW GUY PLACE SIDEWALK BULB-OUT COMING SOON!
A new sidewalk bulb-out (a widened area of sidewalk) is under construction in front of Guy Place Mini Park Read on... -
ORNAMENTAL GRANITE WALL ARRIVES AT GUY PLACE MINI PARK
A fourteen foot slab of granite arrived at Guy Place Mini Park this week. The contractor is currently preparing to install it Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Update4/20!
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... -
Herz Playground Project is Going Before the Commission for Approval!!
Hi all, This Thursday, March 18th at 10am, we will be presenting the playground concept plan to the Rec Park Commission . . . Read on... -
News about the Herz Projects!
We are excited to share that Rec Park staff will be presenting the . . . Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Update 1/22!
Hi everyone, We are very close to finalizing our concept plan . . . Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Update Dec '20
We are working with the Historic Preservation team at the Planning Department to review the playground design Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Update 10/29!
Thank you so much to those who joined us for our final community meeting. Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Final Community Meeting!
Join us to see the updated design for Herz. . . Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Update 9/18!
Hi all- Our project designers have been updating the playground design to reflect the survey results on the play equipment Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Update 8/21!
Hi all- Thank you so much to everyone who participated in our online survey! Read on... -
Herz Rec Center Project Update 8/21!
Hi everyone! Thanks to those who participated in our focus group meetings. . . Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Survey Still Open!
We have had a great response to our survey and we are going to keep it open a little longer . . . Read on... -
Take a Brief Survey to Help Us with the Herz Playground Renovation!
During these times of civil unrest, we hope that parks can provide essential spaces for gathering, recreating and connecting to nature. Read on... -
Herz Playground Project Update 5/22
We are putting finishing touches on our playground survey and getting it translated into multiple languages. Read on... -
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HERZ PLAYGROUND
The project team is refining the draft concept plan for the playground and getting a preliminary concept estimate done Read on... -
HERZ- CHILDREN’S PLAYGROUND RENOVATION
Rec Park is working with our project landscape architect to consolidate the community feedback into one design for the playground renovation Read on... -
HERZ PLAYGROUND- WORKING ON THE CONCEPT DESIGN
Thank you so much to those who have provided feedback on our different design options for the Herz Playground Renovation Read on... -
India Basin Shoreline Park Meeting to Discuss the Playground 3/2/21!
Join us for a virtual community meeting! Read on... -
Design Survey
The San Francisco Recreation & Park Department, the Trust for Public Land and San Francisco Parks Alliance are pleased to kick-off the Schematic Design phase for the future park at the 900 Innes Boatyard at India Basin. Read on... -
TAKE A SELFIE AND WIN OUTSIDE LANDS TICKETS!
Do you take the best selfies? Do you like parks? Here’s your chance to channel your inner influencer and win tickets to 2019 Outside Lands Music and Art Festival. Read on... -
New Mural on Historic Shipwright’s Cottage Celebrates India Basin Community
Amid a neighborhood celebration, city officials today unveiled a new mural celebrating the Bayview-Hunters Point community on a historic building that will become an integral part Read on... -
Japantown Peace Plaza Project Update 3/31!
You may have seen some scaffolding erected around the pagoda over the last month. Read on... -
JAPANTOWN PEACE PLAZA RECEIVES REC PARK COMMISSION APPROVAL!
On August 14th, the Recreation and Parks Commission unanimously approved the concept design for the Peace Plaza Read on... -
COMMUNITY MEETING 3 – DESIGN AND SURVEY ARE LIVE
Community meeting 3 on March 19th was a great success! Thank you to all who helped put the event together and to all who attended Read on... -
Japantown Peace Plaza Vision Plan Meeting #3
The Vision Plan is a community driven process for the future of Japantown’s central public space that builds on the sites legacy. Read on... -
Jerry Garcia Amp Construction Resumes 1/11/21
The contract for this project has been awarded to . . . Read on... -
Jerry Garcia Amp - Construction Slated to Begin November 2020!
The project has been advertised and we plan to award the contract this month . . . Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AT 60%
The concept design was approved by the Rec Park Commission and we are currently reviewing the 60% drawing set. Read on... -
JERRY GARCIA AMPHITHEATER – CONCEPT DESIGN STATUS
We have wrapped up the community outreach process with our final meeting on June 26, 2019 Read on... -
Jerry Garcia Amphitheater Project – Community Meeting 3
Please join us for a community meeting to discuss improvements to the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater in McLaren Park Read on... -
Juri Commons Construction Update 2/9!
Juri Commons is moving forward in construction and hitting a good stride . . . Read on... -
Juri Commons Construction continues 9/21!
Demolition is nearing completion and the Juri Commons Renovation is underway. . . Read on... -
Juri Commons Construction is Underway!
We have broken ground! Renovation of Juri Commons Park is underway . . . Read on... -
Juri Commons Renovation Moving Forward!
Construction documents are complete and we expect to receive contractor bids by early February Read on... -
REDWOODS IN JURI COMMONS??
Not exactly, but you may have noticed some beautiful redwood logs stacked near the San Jose end of the park Read on... -
DESIGN RECEIVES FINAL APPROVAL
More good news! Our conceptual design was approved this morning by the full Rec & Park Commission. Read on... -
JURI COMMONS DESIGN APPROVED
Good news! Our conceptual design for Juri Commons, including a smooth accessible pathway, nature play, slide & swings, and lush greenery throughout, has been approved! Read on... -
Project Update- JAN 2020
The Rec and Park project manager is working with colleagues in various divisions and with the Friends of Lafayette Park to finalize the scope of lighting improvements Read on... -
Additional Lighting Planned
Thanks to those who attended our open house on Thursday, October 3, where we reviewed plans to add lighting per request from the Friends of Lafayette Park. Read on... -
Project Open House
Join us for an informal open house at Lafayette Park on Thursday, October 3 to discuss plans to add lighting for the park Read on... -
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TEMPORARY WALKWAY CLOSURE AT LAKE MERCED FEB 2020
Trees will be removed as part of the trail and restroom project at Lake Merced beginning Monday, February 17, 2020 Read on... -
Margaret Hayward Project Update 11/18!
The tennis courts reopened early November, ahead of schedule . . Read on... -
Margaret Hayward Project Update 10/20!
We still have many utility inspections to go; however . . . Read on... -
Margaret Hayward Project Update 10/5!
The construction completion getting closer, but not quite ready yet….. Read on... -
Margaret Hayward Project Update 7/31!
The construction continues revealing the vision and beauty of this park! Read on... -
Margaret Hayward Project Update June 2020
Exciting progress! The athletic field and playground are 95% completed, the building is 85% completed, and the entrances and plaza are 75% completed. Read on... -
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Margaret Hayward Playground Renovation Update 3/26!
The Park is taking shape! Read on... -
Margaret Hayward Playground is Taking Shape!
Margaret Hayward Playground is getting closer to completion.... Read on... -
Renovation Update
It’s been a busy summer….with lots of subsurface work (irrigation, sewer and electrical lines); however, now building is taking shape! Read on... -
Renovation Update - June 2019
The park is taking shape as most demolition is completed and the foundations are being formed Read on... -
Demolition Nearly Complete
Demolition is 99% complete – and the park is taking shape Read on... -
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Visitacion Avenue Crossing Project Update 10/7!
We are awaiting bid results for this project . . . Read on... -
McLaren Group Picnic Area and Playground Project Update 11/10!
We will be removing two additional trees that are . . . Read on... -
McLaren Park Redwood Grove Playground is Open for Play!!!
Hi everyone- We are officially open for play! Woohooo! Read on... -
McLaren Group Picnic Area and Playground Project Update 9/18!
Hi folks- We have completed installing the new table tops and barbecues. . . Read on... -
McLaren Group Picnic Area and Playground Project Update 8/21!
Hi all- We are close to wrapping up work at the new Redwood Grove Playground! Read on... -
McLaren Group Picnic and Playground Project Update 7/27!
We are continuing to finalize the entrance area at the new playground and restroom. Read on... -
McLaren Group Picnic and Playground Project Update 6/25!
Hi everyone, the construction team has been working hard at McLaren. Read on... -
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McLaren Park Group Picnic and Playground Construction Update 3/24
Work on public projects such as this one is continuing at this time. Read on... -
MCLAREN PLAYGROUND & RESTROOM PROJECT UPDATE FEB 2020
Work is continuing on-site with the installation of the new pathways which connect to the playground and the picnic areas Read on... -
MCLAREN PLAYGROUND/GROUP PICNIC PROJECT UPDATE FEB 2020
The contractor continues to make progress on-site. The boulders are in and they are currently working on Read on... -
PROJECT UPDATE- DEC 2019
We have exciting updates. The playground tower has been installed and the contractor is working on installing the other elements including the slides, logs, and nets. Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: MCLAREN GROUP PICNIC AREA PLAYGROUND & RESTROOM
Work is continuing at the Group Picnic Area. The curb walls are being finished this week and the play equipment footings will start to be poured. Read on... -
MCLAREN PARK GROUP PICNIC PLAYGROUND + RESTROOM
We have exciting news to share. Earlier this month, the Rec Park Commission approved increasing the construction contract amount Read on... -
McLaren Trails - Native Plant Garden meeting this evening and pathway work upcoming
Parks Alliance is hosting a virtual meeting this evening at 6pm to . . . Read on... -
Follow Up from 5/20/20 Virtual Community Meeting
Thank you to the 40 community members who stepped into the unknown with the Project Team for Rec and Parks first virtual community meeting! Read on... -
McLaren Trails Virtual Community Meeting TODAY 4pm
The next community meeting for the McLaren Trails Priority Improvements Project will be online TODAY at 4pm. Read on... -
Conceptual Design Process Continues for McLaren Trails Priority Projects
I hope you are well and finding opportunities to connect with nature and virtually connect with community during this time of sheltering in place. Read on... -
McLaren Park 3/7 Trails Walk Recap
Notes from the 3/7 trails walk through three priority areas. Read on... -
NEXT TRAIL WALK SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 7
We will have our second trails walk in the concept design process on Saturday, March 7th Read on... -
TRAIL WALK #1 – VISITACION AVENUE CORRIDOR
Thanks to everyone who came out on Saturday 11/16/19 for our 1st Trail Walk in the concept design process! Read on... -
MCLAREN PARK TRAILS AND PATHS PROJECT – SITE WALK
We are all set to have a site walk to discuss the trails and paths portion of the McLaren Park Project. Read on... -
HABITAT CONSERVATION FUND GRANT SOUGHT FOR MCLAREN PARK TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS AT VISITACION AVE
The McLaren Park Trails Improvement Project team has applied for another grant in an effort to leverage already committed 2012 Bond funding. Read on... -
Merced Heights Playground Lower Lawn Terrace Project Update 10/9!
A community meeting was held in November 2019 to review preliminary designs for a . . . Read on... -
Merced Heights Project Update 5/28!
Merced Heights Playground Renovation scope of work includes a new children’s play area, upgrades to the clubhouse restrooms and . . . Read on... -
CANCELLED: Merced Heights Community Meeting #2 on March 7
CANCELLED: Please join us for Open House and Public Meeting #2 for the Merced Heights Playground Multi-Purpose Field Improvements Project Read on... -
Merced Heights Playground Community Meeting on November 20
In June of this year, Assemblymember Phil Ting secured a $1,370,000 State Local Assistance Grant for Merced Heights Playground Read on... -
SF Recreation and Park Department Breaks Ground on Five Playgrounds
Under the watchful eyes of 45 preschoolers, city officials and community members broke ground today on five playground renovations Read on... -
Let’sPlaySF! Groundbreaking
Join us for a special groundbreaking even on April 25, 2019 Read on... -
Portsmouth Square Schematic Design Complete! (10/13)
The project has reached an important milestone as schematic design wraps up. . . . Read on... -
Portsmouth Square Project Update 3/31!
We are excited to move towards our next phase for the Portsmouth Square improvement project! Read on... -
Workshop #4 Summary
Thanks again to everyone who came out to our fourth community workshop Read on... -
Workshop #3 Summary
Thanks again to everyone who came out to our third community workshop Read on... -
Workshop #5 Summary
Thanks to everyone who came out to our fifth and final community workshop Read on... -
Richmond playground Project Update 2/9!
The concept design for Richmond Playground is complete! Read on... -
Richmond Playground Concept Design Moving Forward 9/21!
Thank you so much to all who attended the third and final community workshop and to all who have contributed feedback along the way. . . Read on... -
Join us to discuss the final concept design for Richmond Playground!
Please join us for a final community meeting to celebrate and discuss the final concept design for the upcoming renovation . . . Read on... -
Richmond Playground Open House and Design Workshop
Give your input on concept designs for the upcoming renovation of the play area at Richmond Playground Read on... -
Richmond Playground Open House- Thank You!
We had a wonderful Public Open House on November 2nd! About 50 people stopped by on a sunny Saturday morning to participate in the project Read on... -
Richmond Playground Open House
Recreation and Parks hosted an Open House in November 2019 regarding the upcoming renovation of the play area at Richmond Playground Read on... -
Successful Community Meeting
The Planning and Recreation and Park Departments hosted a meeting to discuss the Schlage Lock development project Read on... -
Sergeant John Macaulay Playground ready for opening!
The site is getting final touches to be ready for opening . . . Read on... -
Sergeant J Macaulay Park Construction is Nearing Completion!
Sergeant J Macaulay Park is getting the final touches as we look towards the end of construction. Read on... -
SGT MACAULAY PARK NEARING COMPLETION
The park is quickly headed toward completion as the play features are currently being installed Read on... -
Construction Photos DEC 2019
Project updates and photos for the Sgt. John McCaulay Playground renovation Read on... -
Construction Update OCT 2019
Construction is in “full swing” at the park. Within the next month, much construction activity will Read on... -
Construction Begins!
We are in the exciting times as work on the ground has officially begun Read on... -
Construction in the final stretch at Shoreview Park (3/2/21)
The project has experienced significant delays due to COVID-19, winter rain, and . . . Read on... -
Shoreview Park Project Update 5/28!
The $1,784,000 contract awarded to JDB & Sons Construction for Shoreview Park Renovation Project started construction on November 18, 2019 and is currently 45% complete. Read on... -
Shoreview Groundbreaking Event
Amid a community celebration, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department broke ground today on a project that will transform Shoreview Park in the Bayview Read on... -
Shoreview Park Renovation Update
We are happy to inform on the progress and next steps of the Shoreview Park Renovation Project Read on... -
Community Day
Join us at Hilltop Park (La Salle and Whitney Young Circle) to commemorate the upcoming renovation of Shoreview Park Read on... -
TURK-HYDE MINI PARK REOPENS!
Turk-Hyde Mini Park looks forward to it’s grand reopening! Read on... -
TURK-HYDE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Construction photos of the currrent Turk-Hyde Mini Park renovation project Read on... -
TURK-HYDE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Construction is in “full swing” at the park. Within the next month, much construction activity Read on... -
CONSTRUCTION BEGINS AT TURK-HYDE MINI PARK
We are in the exciting times as work on the ground has officially begun. All major demolition is complete Read on... -
Temporary 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... -
West Portal Playground Project Update 3/19/21!!
We hope you are enjoying the recently renovated West Portal Playground! Read on... -
West Portal Playground: Update on Temporary Closure of Children’s Play Area This Week
The West Portal Playground (Children’s Play Area Only) was temporarily closed today and will reopen at 5 p.m. Read on... -
West Portal Playground: Temporary Closure of Children’s Play Area This Week
The West Portal Playground (Children’s Play Area Only) will be temporarily closed this week, beginning December 3 Read on... -
Children’s Play Area Now Open at West Portal Playground!
The contractor has a few minor items remaining . . . Read on... -
West Portal Playground Project Update 10/8!
The restored field, as well as the nature exploration area, picnic area, and clubhouse restrooms, are now open . . . Read on... -
West Portal Playground Project is Nearing Completion!
We are excited to report that the renovation of the West Portal Playground is nearing completion. Read on... -
Playground Equipment Installation
The playground is looking colorful, as the contractor has begun installing playground equipment! Read on... -
Tennis Court Lighting Restored
Tennis court lighting has been restored at West Portal Playground, covering both night time and morning hours. Read on... -
Tennis Court Lighting Out of Service
Due to construction activities, including the need to get waterproofing work done as soon as possible, tennis court lighting is temporarily out of service Read on... -
Construction Update
Construction is moving along on West Portal Playground renovation. The contractor is finishing up Read on... -
Construction to Start
After a successful “Play Day” on Saturday, September 21, we are excited to report that construction will start Read on... -
Willie "Woo Woo" Wong Playground is Now Open!
We’re excited to have opened the Willie “Woo Woo” Wong Playground on February 12 . . . Read on... -
Willie "Woo Woo" Wong is Almost Complete!
We are very close to finishing construction and opening the park again! Read on... -
Willie "Woo Woo" Wong Playground Update 9/18!
The Willie “Woo Woo” Wong project is quickly approaching completion! Here are a few recent photographs from the site. Read on... -
Willie "Woo Woo" Wong Play Equipment Installed!
The custom play equipment has been installed and looks incredible. Read on... -
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Construction Update FEB 2019
Demolition is complete and the site is now nearly a clean slate Read on... -
Construction Underway
If you have walked by the park lately, you will have noticed big changes! Site demolition is well underway Read on... -
Construction Begins!
As you may have seen, construction has just gotten underway at the park. The Construction fence is up Read on... -
Construction Update JAN 2020
Contractors have begun removing the old synthetic turf and infill at the soccer field Read on... -
Construction Award Update
The construction contract for this project has been awarded to Robert A. Bothman Construction Corporation and Yerba Buena Engineering Read on... -
Preparing to Bid
We are in the home stretch of preparing the bid package and plan to put this project out to bid Read on... -
Design Underway OCT 2018
Verde Design, Inc. is moving along with the design of this project Read on...
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