Posted on: December 7, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco and state officials helped kick off the holiday season on Thursday evening by leading a countdown to lighting the historic 135-year-old Monterey cypress tree in Golden Gate Park’s eas...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: December 7, 2023
Join Mayor London Breed, CHARM SF and key community leaders for a holiday event celebrating the reopening of Fillmore Turk Mini Park (Fillmore and Turk streets) on Friday, December 15 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. The event will feature a toy giveaway, holiday c...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 30, 2023
Hello neighbors! Our contractors are working to complete the Geneva parking lot expansion and the installation of the new rain garden at Crocker Amazon. Sidewalk repair and other paving improvements will require temporary detours around the Crocker Soccer...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 30, 2023
Hello neighbors! We anticipate that construction will begin in January on 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way in Golden Gate Park. No construction is planned for December 2023.
The construction contract commenced in November and now the contractor is preparing the ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 28, 2023
Construction is chugging along at 900 Innes, with a lot of progress made this past month. We began pouring Lithocrete on Piers 1 and 2, which is the first step in the installation of the Lady Bayview art piece! Steel work at the shop and food buildings co...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: November 28, 2023
On November 11, 2023, 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 organizations shared the plans and approved concept d...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 21, 2023
Hi everyone! Construction is going smoothly on the improvements near John Muir Parking Lot. The contractor has installed the concrete pad for the new fitness court, as well as the concrete pad where the new picnic tables will be located. They are getting ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 20, 2023
During our ongoing monitoring efforts, we discovered that a tree that we were attempting to preserve in place during construction was in decline. The tree is located adjacent to 20th Street and is in the immediate vicinity of the planned large plaza and p...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 19, 2023
Starting tomorrow, Monday, November 20th, Rec and Park will be removing outdated street striping (painted lines) from portions of JFK Promenade from Kezar Drive to Transverse Drive.
Construction to grind off this street striping will take place in two phas...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 17, 2023
Following the Planning Commission (9/28/23) and PUC Commission (10/10/23) hearings, the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project was heard at the Rec Park Commission on Thursday, October 19th. The Commission unanimously approved the project the assoc...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 14, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco Parks Alliance and the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department in partnership with Bay Area artist Charles Gadeken announce ‘Entwined: Elder Mother’, a new iteration of Entwine...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 14, 2023
San Francisco, CA - Today, Mayor London N. Breed announced the arrival of the City’s beloved Ferris Wheel, which will begin operations in its new location at the iconic Fisherman’s Wharf this evening at 6 p.m. After a three-year run at...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 8, 2023
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed, the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department, and community members today unveiled a transformed UN Plaza, which will now serve as a dynamic hub for recreation and scheduled activities in the Civic...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 7, 2023
Rec and Park will be removing outdated street striping (painted lines) from portions of JFK Promenade from Kezar Drive to Transverse Drive.
Construction to grind off this street striping will take place in two phases over six total days: November 20-22 and...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 7, 2023
San Francisco, CA —Mayor London N. Breed today joined Tyler Florence, City leaders and community to celebrate the opening of the renowned Chef’s new café concepts. Miller & Lux Provisions, two new artisanal cafes now loc...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: October 30, 2023
The construction of the Golf Course Clubhouse is moving right along. Earlier this fall, we experienced some supply chain delays that lengthened the duration of the project and pushed back our projected opening date. The project is now scheduled to wrap up...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 30, 2023
On October 19, 2023, the Recreation and Park Commission authorized RPD to proceed with planning and design for environmental review under CEQA for the Marina Improvement and Remediation Project. This work will include a financial feasibility study of the ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 30, 2023
Reminder that our Open House is this Friday, November 3, 2023, 10 to 11:30 a.m., at the South Sunset Clubhouse (2601 40th Avenue. San Francisco, CA 94116).
Rec and Park staff, the design team at Paulett Taggart Architects, and members of Self-Help for the ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 23, 2023
Japantown Peace Plaza Renovation bids were opened in a Public Works virtual meeting on October 18, 2023. Public Works Contract Administration is reviewing the bid package of the lowest bidder to confirm the package is completed. This verification will tak...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 18, 2023
Reminder! We will be hosting an in-person community meeting this Thursday, October 19, 1:00-2:30 p.m. for the Portsmouth Square Improvement Project. We will be meeting to review interpretive and arts themes, analyze existing plaques and monuments, and ide...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 16, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The Community Innovation Lab, a tech, sports and recreational programming hub for the Bayview-Hunters Point community, opened Sunday amid celebration at the India Basin Waterfront Park project’s Fall Festiv...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: October 13, 2023
We are excited to announce that lines for two pickleball courts will be added to the tennis court at Jackson Playground.
The tennis court will be closed for one day to complete striping work, and all courts will be open for play on October 21, 2023.
For mor...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 13, 2023
Many of the structures at 900 Innes continue to grow, while Shipwright's Cottage rises, as it was recently lifted to renovate the foundation of the building. Its original foundation has been demolished to make way for a new one. In addition, we're continu...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: October 5, 2023
Hello neighbors! We want to share news of an upcoming Community Meeting for the Portsmouth Square Improvement Project. We will be meeting in-person to review interpretive and arts themes, analyze existing plaques and monuments, and identify potential inte...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 30, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The India Basin Waterfront Park project in San Francisco’s Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood will receive $5.1 million through a grant from the California Coastal Conservancy to improve public access, and ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 29, 2023
Robust Response to RFQ
We are excited to announce that the San Francisco Arts Commission received over 100 responses to the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for artists for public art for the project!
The goals of the Gene Friend Recreation Center Improveme...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 25, 2023
Bay Area Young Survivors (BAYS) is a support and action group for young people in the San Francisco Bay Area diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 45 or younger. Inspired by the success of the beautiful AIDS Memorial Grove in Golden Gate Park as an e...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 25, 2023
Hello neighbors! Rec and Park, in partnership with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), is daylighting the historic Yosemite Creek in McLaren Park, as well as piloting a high efficiency irrigation and stormwater reuse system at the Louis...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 21, 2023
Hello neighbors! The gateway to Golden Gate Park at 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way is one of the most well used park entrances by pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Very soon, construction will begin on landscape and wayfinding improvements that will create ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 21, 2023
The Shop Building continues to come together, as we completed its structural steel and base plate installation, with roofing to begin on the structure soon. The Food Pavilion will begin installation of structural steel in the near future, while Pier 2&...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: September 18, 2023
This is a full week for the Buchanan Street Mall Renovations project!
The Buchanan Street Mall project team is seeking San Francisco Arts Commission Civic Design Review committee approval on the landscape features of the Memory Walk: decorative paving and ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 13, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Padel, a racket sport enjoying a meteoric rise in popularity across the world, will officially land in San Francisco this October with the opening of two courts in Embarcadero Plaza, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 13, 2023
San Francisco, CA — Today the City’s plans for a series of ticketed concerts in Golden Gate Park following Outside Lands Festival and three Downtown locations beginning next year was approved by the Board of Supervisors. The concert se...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 11, 2023
Due to the significance of this project, we will be presenting this to the Rec Park Commission on two occasions in October. The first will be to the Capital Committee on Wednesday, October 4th, at 2 pm. Following this meeting, we will be returning to the ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 5, 2023
San Francisco, CA - Mayor London N. Breed today announced The Greater Organization, Chef Tyler Florence’s restaurant group, has been selected to revitalize two spaces within Union Square Plaza. Miller & Lux Provisions will have two artisanal...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 30, 2023
Hello neighbors! Construction at Middle Lake in Golden Gate Park took a brief break during August to make room for Outside Lands but the project is now back up and running!
Next steps are grading and construction of the second island, planting around the l...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 28, 2023
The Lisa and Douglas Goldman Tennis Center, located in Golden Gate Park, has been selected by the U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) to receive the 2023 Outstanding Facility Award. Of the 29 facilities to earn this year’s award, the Goldman Tennis C...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 25, 2023
The topographic survey for this project has been received and we are coordinating with the Department of Public Works to bring a design team fully on board. We anticipate the design process starting in the fall of this year. Please stay tuned and we will ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 25, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO—Creative new play equipment for kids of all ages and a park makeover inspired by nature greeted families Thursday evening at the unveiling of the renovated Herz Playground in McLaren Park, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Depa...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 22, 2023
More features are rising from the shore at 900 Innes, as we placed the main eight structural columns at the Shop Building. Additionally, we formed the slab for the Food Pavilion, with waterproofing work and utility installation upcoming. We also completed...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: August 17, 2023
Upcoming Opportunity to Provide Public Comment for the Ocean Beach Climate Adaptation Project (OBCCAP)
Phase 3 of the San Francisco Arts Commission’s Civic Design Review for the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project will be taking place on Monday, ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 10, 2023
The Arts Commission approved the Public Art Project Plan for the Gene Friend Rec Center Project earlier this week. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for artists has been posted on the Arts Commission website. Please note that the deadline for qualifica...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 7, 2023
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today joined the Recreation and Parks Department (RPD), the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Authority (SFMTA), and Lyft to announce San Francisco’s first-ever bike share stations placed ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 7, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – New Goalphers have gone up at the Sunset Recreation Center’s basketball courts, meaning more kids will be able to play soccer, roller hockey, and other sports on the blacktop, SF Rec and Park officials anno...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 3, 2023
We’re happy to report that construction on Fillmore Turk Mini Park is moving right along. The majority of the precast furnishings have been delivered and placed on site. Most of the pavers have been laid out and additional soil is being brought to site as...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 3, 2023
In response to a citizen complaint about access into the San Francisco Botanical Garden Bookstore in Golden Gate Park, Rec and Park will be performing construction work to ensure that the Botanical Garden Bookstore complies with current building codes and...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 3, 2023
Good news. Since our last update, the design plans for the new restroom were approved by the State of California. With this approval, we can now finish the final design for the exterior grounds, including how the restroom ties into existing landscaping an...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 2, 2023
Hello neighbors! We have two important updates to share about John McLaren Park:
1) McLaren Park Planning Survey Extended through 8/25/2023!
The McLaren Park 2020 Bond Planning priorities survey has been extended through 8/25/2023. Please complete this map-...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 31, 2023
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed announced today the upcoming arrival of Civic Center Carnival, a vibrant four-day carnival that promises to infuse the heart of the Civic Center with summer delights and thrilling family entertainment. &...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 27, 2023
We're plowing forward with work at the park this summer, as we continue to place the deck for Pier 2. The concrete steps have been formed and stripped for the shop building as well.
We're continuing to push through shoring plans for both Shipwright's Cotta...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: July 25, 2023
We have great news to share. On July 20, our Rec and Park Commission unanimously approved a contract award to Bauman Landscape and Construction for project work that we believe will greatly improve and revitalize Golden Gate Park's 9th Avenue Gateway. Com...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 24, 2023
Thanks to community members who have been keeping an eye on the park and on construction progress. A couple of community members have reached out to express concerns about the dryness of the trees preserved on site.
The viability and health of the trees on...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 21, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A proposal to host a series of ticketed concerts in the Golden Gate Park Polo Fields will go before the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in September following an initial agreement reached today between the Recreat...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 20, 2023
Thanks to everyone who is showing up and participating in summer healing circles. Community gatherings continue every other Wednesday (see below for details). National Healing Collective and Atunse Justice League are also preparing a training to skill com...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 20, 2023
Our replacement of a failed asphalt pathway south of Louis Sutter Playground is now complete! The fencing has been removed, large logs are in position to prevent vehicle access, and the adjacent area is prepared for future planting. This new Outdoor Recre...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 18, 2023
Public Art Project Plan Presentation for Gene Friend Rec Center
Thank you to community members who have provided input on the Public Art Project Plan!
The Public Art Project Plan for Gene Friend Rec Center will be presented to the Arts Commission Visual Art...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 14, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager Phil Ginsburg has become the newest addition to the board of directors for the national nonprofit organization Children and Nature Network, San Francisco R...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 14, 2023
The Gene Friend Rec Center project team will be presenting to the Arts Commission, Civic Design Review Phase 2, this coming Monday, July 17, 2:00 pm. This is a public meeting and there is an opportunity for public comment. Registering your comments in thi...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 10, 2023
Hi neighbors! The repaving work at Stow Lake continues to be moving along very well. We have completed 75% of our repaving work and are still on pace to finish by August. The areas of pathway that have been completed are open to the public and look great....
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 6, 2023
Hi neighbors! We wanted to share an update on the turf replacement happening now at Crocker Soccer. Fields 1 and 2 will be re-opened by late July and then fields 3 and 4 will close for renovation, ensuring at least 2 fields are always open. Field 5, which...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 5, 2023
Hi neighbors! Construction of the Golf Course Clubhouse is moving right along. Over the next few weeks, the contractor will be working on installing the roof of the clubhouse, as well as excavating the area around the clubhouse in preparation for landscap...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 30, 2023
San Francisco, CA —Mayor London N. Breed today announced the City ‘s plans to begin operating the more than 24 acres of public parks in the Mission Bay neighborhood beginning July 1. The Port of San Francisco and Recreation and Park De...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 28, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco’s fastest growing sport, pickleball, has found a new home in one of the city’s most historic spots. Starting July 11, players will be able to reserve three indoor courts during peak morning t...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 28, 2023
Hi neighbors! The Herz Playground renovation is rounding the corner this summer and you can see the space is really taking shape! The new play equipment has been installed and the foundation for the climbing wall is now up. The playground surface is being...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 26, 2023
Join neighbors and facilitators to continue conversations on healing and transformation in our community. Help recreate Buchanan Street Mall as a park that strengthens the neighborhood, builds economic opportunity, and improves health and wellness for eve...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 16, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Music will fill Golden Gate Park and United Nations Plaza, and all over San Francisco on Wednesday, June 21, as San Francisco celebrates Make Music Day with free concerts, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department annou...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 15, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A proposal to put on a series of outdoor concerts in the Golden Gate Park Polo Fields and downtown plazas has been updated to include key benefits: free Muni rides for concertgoers and additional funding for communi...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 14, 2023
San Francisco, CA —Mayor London N. Breed announced today that Another Planet Entertainment (APE) has committed to bringing free outdoor concerts to downtown San Francisco’s historic plazas.
APE would bring a musical...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 14, 2023
San Francisco, CA – Mayor London N. Breed and Treasurer José Cisneros today announced that the SF Museums For All program was used more than 130,000 times by low-income San Franciscans for free admissions to 22 museums and cu...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 14, 2023
San Francisco, CA - Mayor London N. Breed today announced the City will welcome Summer of Soccer to Downtown San Francisco, to include partnering with Street Soccer USA (SSUSA) to host free public screenings of the Women’s World Cup in ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 12, 2023
You may have noticed that the pace of construction at Esprit Park has slowed over recent weeks. This is in part because the project team is working together to minimize impact to the roots of trees on site. We have also experienced a large amount of vanda...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 7, 2023
Join neighbors and facilitators to continue conversations on healing and transformation in our community. Help recreate Buchanan Street Mall as a park that strengthens the neighborhood, builds economic opportunity, and improves health and wellness for eve...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 31, 2023
Virtual Community Update | Gene Friend Rec Center
The project team has completed the design development phase of the project and is working with the Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC) and three cost estimating teams to update the cost estimate...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 22, 2023
A $1.67 million renovation has transformed a former grassy field at Merced Heights Playground into a paradise for neighborhood recreation, with areas for people to picnic or exercise, dogs to frolic, and hummingbirds and butterflies to feed.
The San Franc...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 19, 2023
A $1.67 million renovation has transformed a former grassy field at Merced Heights Playground into a paradise for neighborhood recreation, with areas for people to picnic or exercise, dogs to frolic, and hummingbirds and butterflies to feed.
The ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 17, 2023
Today, Mayor London N. Breed announced the City of San Francisco will partner with KABOOM! in the national nonprofit’s five-year plan toward achieving playspace equity in 25 priority places across the United States.
Through the initiative, KABOOM...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 16, 2023
The pathway replacement work south of Louis Sutter Playground is almost complete! The new stabilized natural surface trail is the first segment of a new multi-use ribbon trail that will be built to extend all the way to the Mansell Tai Chi court within th...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 12, 2023
Thanks to everyone who has participated in healing circles over the past several weeks as part of the Buchanan Street Mall Equity Action Initiative. Our project team has received very positive feedback from Fillmore community members on the quality of sha...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 12, 2023
San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced today that the City is planning to bring more summer concerts to Golden Gate Park beginning next year. If approved, the two to three days of headliner-driven events would be held on the weekend following the annu...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 12, 2023
You may have noticed a slow down in the pace of noticeable progress on site. The project team is working hard to protect the roots of mature trees during the course of construction. This involves careful exploration with hand tools, as well as working wit...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 11, 2023
Middle Lake Rehabilitation is moving along quickly! Rough grading of the lake and cascade between the lakes is nearly complete and we are almost finished with soil off-haul. Installation of the clay liner is ongoing and moving quickly and installation of ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 11, 2023
If you have driven down Visitacion Avenue this week, you may have noticed the large towers erected at the Herz Playground construction site. The playground equipment is being installed! The tallest tower is the basis of equipment for age 5-12, in which tw...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 28, 2023
Join us on Friday, May 19, from 12 to 1 pm, for a re-opening celebration of the Merced Heights Playground Lower Lawn Terrace.
We will be honoring community members who have made significant contributions to the park over the years at this event. The terrac...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 24, 2023
Hello Neighbors,
We wanted to pass along the following announcement by our partners at California Regional Water Quality Control Board, San Francisco Bay Region (Water Board) regarding the upcoming environmental remediation work that will be happening in E...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 21, 2023
Due to heavy rain and winds, and then saturated soil, construction at Esprit Park was paused for nearly a month. We are happy to report that our contractor is back on site and making progress. Recent updates include:
- Street Improvement Permit approved by t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 21, 2023
Due to heavy rain and winds, and then saturated soil, construction at Esprit Park was paused for nearly a month. We are happy to report that our contractor is back on site and making progress. Recent updates include:
- Street Improvement Permit approved by t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: April 21, 2023
After a rainy winter, construction for the Golden Gate Park Golf Clubhouse has hit the ground running. Our contractor has poured the slab for the new clubhouse and has started to install the structural elements for the building. As you can see from these ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 19, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –San Francisco’s legendary 420 celebration will return to Golden Gate Park Thursday, drawing an estimated 20,000 cannabis fans and sparking a citywide effort to ensure the high spirits bring minimal hassles.&...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 24, 2023
We have been working on environmental compliance for the McLaren Trails project, which is complicated, as most of the trail work falls within natural resource management areas and under that Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Natural Resources Mana...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Thank you to everyone who took part in our first two community meetings this month!
These presentations were intended to introduce the community to the project and provide an opportunity for everyone to provide feedback to the project team. You can find ou...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Hi neighbors! As a quick update on the Stern Grove Playground Renovation, we are making some refinements to the final concept design, while continuing regulatory and construction bid preparation. We are on target to begin construction work within the next...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Hi neighbors! As a quick update on the Stow Lake Perimeter Path Renovation, construction is moving faster than anticipated. We are nearly finished with the first half of the project, we should be repositioning the fencing and starting the second half of t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 17, 2023
For renderings, please click here
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A new playground, sports viewing areas, community learning gardens and an outdoor ball court are among the features included in the Jackson Park concept design approved Thurs...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 17, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO –San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager Phil Ginsburg has been elected to chairperson of the California State Park and Recreation Commission.
Ginsburg was unanimously elected to the position by his fe...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 11, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – An approximately 85-foot eucalyptus tree fell onto the Trocadero Clubhouse in Sigmund Stern Grove early this morning, causing severe damage to the San Francisco Historical Landmark, the San Francisco Recreat...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 10, 2023
All foundation work is now completed! The last light pole foundations were installed late February and the bollard light foundations in front of the restroom were installed earlier this week. These concrete ‘bases’ take about a month to cure before the th...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 8, 2023
At the end of January, the SF Collaborative Partnering Steering Committee hosted its annual Collaborative Partnering Awards event to recognize project teams in San Francisco departments who demonstrate excellence in collaboration and the application of pa...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 8, 2023
Phase 1 of the San Francisco Arts Commission’s Civic Design Review for the 11th and Natoma Park Project will be taking place on Monday, March 20th at 2:00 PM. Any member of the public is welcome to attend the meeting and provide public comment. We will be...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 7, 2023
Thank you to everyone who has taken part in the development of the 11th and Natoma concept design! At a recent fourth community meeting a final concept design was presented and discussed. The concept has been developed over a significant outreach process ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 7, 2023
Thank you to everyone who has taken part in the development of the 11th and Natoma concept design! At a recent fourth community meeting a final concept design was presented and discussed. The concept has been developed over a significant outreach process ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: 11th & Natoma Park
Posted on: March 7, 2023
The 9th Avenue Gateway is moving forward and is scheduled to be advertised for bids in April! If the city receives acceptable bids, we can expect the project to break ground in early summer for an estimated eight month construction timeline. Traffic and t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 7, 2023
We're happy to report that the Golden Gate Park Golf Clubhouse project has received its building permit and construction is underway. The contractor has recently installed the underground plumbing for the new clubhouse and over the next few weeks will be ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 7, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO – Young scientists from several San Francisco middle schools will compete in a Bay Area-wide science fair happening later this month after they recently took first place spots in a citywide competition held at the Randall Museum.
Mo...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 6, 2023
Help shape the future of the Fillmore! Your participation is key for redesigning Buchanan Street Mall to strengthen the neighborhood, create economic opportunity, and improve health and wellness for everyone.
Come to our first community gathering to circle...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 6, 2023
Help shape the future of the Fillmore! Your participation is key for redesigning Buchanan Street Mall to strengthen the neighborhood, create economic opportunity, and improve health and wellness for everyone.
Come to our first community gathering to circle...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Buchanan Street Mall
Posted on: March 6, 2023
A reminder to please join us for an online community meeting update hosted by Rec and Park. We will provide updates on project progress and dedicate at least half of the meeting to questions and answers. If you’re unable to make this meeting time, please ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 6, 2023
A reminder to please join us for an online community meeting update hosted by Rec and Park. We will provide updates on project progress and dedicate at least half of the meeting to questions and answers. If you’re unable to make this meeting tim...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: March 1, 2023
Even with these heavy winter rains, we continue to make progress at Herz Playground. The new sewer lines that serve the clubhouse, restrooms, and site drainage are in, and the rough plumbing for the restroom renovation is complete. As we uncover old plumb...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 27, 2023
Thanks to the 40 people who attended the virtual community meeting on February 23rd!
We discussed the creation of a permanent promenade along John Shelley Drive West, and possible traffic calming and pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements along Shelley...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 24, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Live music will return for its third season at the Golden Gate Bandshell’s iconic stage with another series of free outdoor concerts in Golden Gate Park, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and the arts nonprofit Illuminat...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 24, 2023
Construction is underway south of Louis Sutter Playground! We are removing a failing pathway and grading the hillside to achieve an easy slope from the parking lot to the existing path between Dwight and the Hidden Bridges. This is the first segment of a ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 23, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Five thousand tulip bulbs gifted to the City of San Francisco last year commemorating a visit by Queen Máxima of the Netherlands are now in full bloom in the Queen Wilhelmina Garden in Golden Gate Park, the...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 23, 2023
Hello neighbors! The site is transforming before our very eyes! Construction is fully underway with demolition almost completed (light poles are gone!) and subsurface drainage is being installed. The big mound of concrete seen in the panoramic photo below...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 13, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –A unique San Francisco after-school program that promotes success in both academics and tennis has been chosen by the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Northern California to receive their 2022 Awards Celebratin...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 13, 2023
Hey Neighbors! We are happy to report that the first quarter of the Stow Lake Perimeter Path Renovation is now complete – ahead of schedule! Our contractor is now moving into the next phase. Preparation for this work has begun. This work will include ligh...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 1, 2023
We are happy to report that the project team is in the process of preparing for the project to go out to bid. We will keep you updated as to when the project will be going into construction. Watch for signs to appear around the Lake, informing you of clos...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 1, 2023
We are happy to report that the project team is in the process of preparing for the project to go out to bid. We will keep you updated as to when the project will be going into construction. Watch for signs to appear around the Lake, informing you of clos...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Lake Merced
Posted on: January 27, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –The cost to San Francisco for a public restroom at Noe Valley Town Square has plunged to $300,000—thanks to a donation of a prefabricated modular unit and much of the labor required to install it, the San Fr...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: January 24, 2023
Please join us for our fourth community meeting to discuss the future park at 11th and Natoma! Recreation and Parks invites you to attend a presentation of the concept design, which has been developed through community input and includes many of...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: 11th & Natoma Park
Posted on: January 20, 2023
We are excited to announce that, following January 19 Notice to Proceed (NTP) and January 20 groundbreaking ceremony, the contractor will be mobilizing the week of January 23.
We expect perimeter fencing to be installed around the park as early as Tuesday,...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 20, 2023
We are excited to announce that, following January 19 Notice to Proceed (NTP) and January 20 groundbreaking ceremony, the contractor will be mobilizing the week of January 23.
We expect perimeter fencing to be installed around the park as early as Tuesday,...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: January 20, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A renovation project broke ground today that will strengthen Esprit Park to better serve the Dogpatch neighborhood that has grown up around it, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced.&...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: January 20, 2023
Hi everyone, We are thrilled to share that we obtained our building permit for the Herz Recreation Center Project! We are aiming to bid the project to potential contractors in February. Stay tuned for updates. We will announce once the project is advertis...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 20, 2023
The design team is finalizing the 95% Construction Documents and . . .
Design Update : The design team is finalizing the 95% Construction Documents and Rec Park will be conducting a thorough review as this project progresses.
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: January 18, 2023
Photos and video of Blanche can be found here.
Photos by Marty Dean.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Blanche, the swan who captured the hearts of generations of visitors to the Palace of Fine Arts, has died at 28, the San Francisco Recreation...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: January 9, 2023
We are excited to announce that we have a Notice to Proceed (NTP) date for the construction contract for the Esprit Park Renovation Project.
NTP date is January 19.
Please join us groundbreaking ceremony at the park on Friday, January 20, at 1 pm ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: December 23, 2022
Much has happened in the park these past two months!
The main path was blocked during the weekdays in Nov while the construction crew potholed, trenched, and laid conduits and backfilled the area parallel to the main path- Although easy to peer over the ba...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 22, 2022
We are excited to announce that we completed a pre-construction planning meeting with the contractor this month and anticipate construction starting in early 2023. Please stay tuned for more details soon after the New Year, including invitation ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: December 22, 2022
Construction is progressing and the lower terrace of Merced Heights Playground is starting to look like a park!
Concrete plaza and pathways within the park are poured and the dog play area is installed. Irrigation and drainage improvements have also been m...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 22, 2022
Notice to Proceed for pre-construction services was awarded to Swinerton Builders just prior to Thanksgiving, and they have hit the ground running, working with the design team to review documents and start cost estimating and constructability. As a remin...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 20, 2022
Hi folks, We enjoyed celebrating a joint groundbreaking for the new Community Center with our project partners Mercy Housing, Related CA, the Boys & Girls Club and Wu Yee Children’s Services in early December. We are very close to finalizing our build...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 20, 2022
Thank you to everyone who participated in our community meeting on December 6th. We appreciated hearing feedback on top priorities for investing the 2020 Bond funding in McLaren Park. We look forward to returning to the community in Spring 2023 to present...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 19, 2022
Treaty Construction is busy at work with their backhoe! Demolition is nearly complete at Herz Playground. At least 75% of materials being disposed of are sorted, reused, or recycled in compliance with San Francisco’s Recovery Plan. The playground sand was...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 19, 2022
Over the last several months we’ve been working on construction documents for the three remaining trail segments slated for renovation: the trail up and over Noe Peak, the switch back trail south of Noe Peak, and the trail to Crestline Drive. We are still...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 6, 2022
Contact: Mayor’s Office of Communications, mayorspressoffice@sfgov.org
San Francisco, CA — Today, Mayor London Breed joined community leaders to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Sunnydale Community Hub, a joint d...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: December 1, 2022
Surrounded by community members, Mayor London Breed tonight led the countdown to lighting of the iconic Monterey cypress tree in Golden Gate Park’s east end—a San Francisco holiday tradition that began in 1929.
The annual tree...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: December 1, 2022
The final draft conceptual design for the McLaren Trails Priority Improvements project will be presented to the Recreation and Parks Capital Committee next Wednesday 12/7 at 2pm. Connection details are at the bottom of this post.
A summary of the project s...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 29, 2022
Due to expected rain, the McLaren Park Project Improvements meeting on December 3rd will now be held virtually on December 6th. See information below.
Join us to share ideas and prioritize park improvements!
We are seeking input on how to invest the 2020 He...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 22, 2022
The Construction of the new Golden Gate Park Golf Clubhouse is getting underway! The Notice to Proceed was issued to the Contractor in late September. The contractor has mobilized on the site, and set up the temporary golf clubhouse, which First Tee will ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 17, 2022
Please join us for a third community meeting to discuss the future park at 11th and Natoma! Recreation and Parks invites you to attend for a presentation of a consolidated concept design for the park based on the community input to date. This is another o...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 17, 2022
Please join us for a third community meeting to discuss the future park at 11th and Natoma! Recreation and Parks invites you to attend for a presentation of a consolidated concept design for the park based on the community input to date. This is another o...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: 11th & Natoma Park
Posted on: November 10, 2022
Join us in person to share ideas and prioritize park improvements!
We are seeking input on how to invest the 2020 Health & Recovery Bond funding in McLaren Park. Staff will be presenting preliminary project ideas to gather community feedback.
Tuesday, D...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 27, 2022
Our design team at Public Works is busy at work developing details for the renovation of trails. We’re focused on the three remaining trails to be renovated: 1.) the trail up and over the south peak, 2.) the trail south of the peaks that connects to the c...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 26, 2022
Hi all- We are excited to share that the children’s playground at Herz is now in construction! The recreation center project is still moving along in the design and permitting phase. We hope to share an updated schedule soon. Please reach out to Project M...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 26, 2022
Hi everyone-
We are busy behind the scenes preparing to host a community meeting later this year. Stay tuned for announcement on the date/time. We will be discussing potential project ideas to receive funding from the 2020 Health & Recovery Bond. For q...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 25, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department broke ground on renovations at Herz Playground in Visitacion Valley on Monday as part of the Let’sPlaySF! initiative that is delivering creative play spaces to c...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: October 25, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department broke ground on renovations at Herz Playground in Visitacion Valley on Monday as part of the Let’sPlaySF! initiative that is delivering creative play spaces to children across San F...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 25, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department rolled out improvements to the Waller Street Skate Park today—a project spearheaded by local skaters who helped shape its inclusive design that honors its street ska...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: October 20, 2022
The Recreation and Park Commission has approved the construction contract, and we are working to get our contractor started as soon as possible.
We have posted “Construction Coming” advisories at the park.
Please stay tuned for updates as we have them on co...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 20, 2022
The Recreation and Park Commission has approved the construction contract, and we are working to get our contractor started as soon as possible.
We have posted “Construction Coming” advisories at the park.
Please stay tuned for updates a...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: October 20, 2022
The rehabilitation project received a low bid from Bauman Landscape and Construction Inc. which will be presented to the RP Commission for approval on 10/20. With approval from the Commission we plan to move forward with the tree removals (the first part ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 12, 2022
Thanks to everyone who attended trail walks or otherwise shared dialogue with staff this summer, as we continue to refine the concept design for priority trail improvements and enhancement of natural features in McLaren Park.
You can click these links to r...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 3, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The National Recreation and Parks Association has named San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager Phil Ginsburg to its Board of Directors, SF Rec and Park officials announced today.
The National Recreation a...
Read on...
NRPA Website
Press Releases
Posted on: September 29, 2022
Together with community members who shaped the historic project from its conception, San Francisco officials broke ground last month on the future India Basin Waterfront Park.
The groundbreaking ceremony marks the beginning of construction of the future pa...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: September 29, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The Japanese Tea Garden’s towering pagoda, one of the few surviving structures from the 1915 world’s fair, has been revived to its former glory following a meticulous restoration, the San Francisco Recreat...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 29, 2022
Together with community members who shaped the historic project from its conception, San Francisco officials broke ground last month on the future India Basin Waterfront Park.
The groundbreaking ceremony marks the beginning of construction of the future pa...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 23, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Whether kids want to spend a tranquil day communing with turtles at McNab Lake or an exhilarating five minutes rolling down a hill at Alamo Square Park, San Francisco Children & Nature is offering over 100 ideas for outdoo...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 20, 2022
Join us for an update on the renovation, being presented at a Community Briefing hosted by Japantown Task Force.
September 20, 2022 at 6:30-7:30 PM via Zoom
The Japantown Task Force is hosting a virtual Community Briefing on the Peace Plaza Renovation Proje...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 20, 2022
Join us for an update on the renovation, being presented at a Community Briefing hosted by Japantown Task Force.
September 20, 2022 at 6:30-7:30 PM via Zoom
The Japantown Task Force is hosting a virtual Community Briefing on the Peace Plaza Renovation Proje...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: Japantown Peace Plaza
Posted on: September 19, 2022
2 inches of fine asphalt was laid during the last week of August. After the asphalt cured, the Sportsmaster Skatemaster system was applied; first with a layer of acrylic then later with a sealant atop. The project will look to develop the adjacent landsca...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 16, 2022
Hi everyone- We are making steady progress on having our construction documents reviewed by the Department of Building Inspection and other City agencies.
Construction has begun adjacent to the park on the new Community Center, which will be home to the lo...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 16, 2022
Hi all-
We are looking forwarding to meeting with the community this Fall to discuss project ideas for investing the 2020 Bond funding. Also, the golf operator at Gleneagles Golf Course will be ending their lease Fall 2023. We have the opportunity to re-im...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 16, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –The San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department has launched an initiative that may be music to the ears of street performers: Busking in Golden Gate Park.
The program allows musicians and other performers to easily obtain permits and ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 15, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –The JFK Promenade will be alive with street art, public pianos, live performances and even a Halloween event—free temporary activations to foster health, happiness, and social connection, the San Francisco Recreation...
Read on...
Additional Info...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 14, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Together with community members who shaped the historic project from its conception, San Francisco officials broke ground today at the future India Basin Waterfront Park.
The groundbreaking ceremony marks the beginnin...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 14, 2022
Hi all- We are pleased to report that on August 18, the RPD Commission approved the contract award for the construction of Stow Lake. Pre-construction coordination will begin at the end of September with an anticipated construction start date of early Oct...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 12, 2022
Rec and Park is coordinating with the Public Works Bureau of Urban Forestry (BUF) to notice community members about upcoming tree work at Esprit, as part of a wholescale renovation of the park. BUF will be posting trees within the right of way proposed fo...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 12, 2022
Rec and Park is coordinating with the Public Works Bureau of Urban Forestry (BUF) to notice community members about upcoming tree work at Esprit, as part of a wholescale renovation of the park. BUF will be posting trees within the right of way proposed fo...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: September 7, 2022
The design team is closing in on 100% completion of the construction documents and the project will soon be advertised for bids. The project is on track to begin construction in early 2023 for an 8 month construction duration. Rec and Parks will coordinat...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 7, 2022
The design team is closing in on 100% completion of the construction documents and the project will soon be advertised for bids. . .
The design team is closing in on 100% completion of the construction documents and the project will soon be advertised for bids. The project is on track to begin construction in early 2023 for an 8 month construction duration. Rec and Parks will coordinat...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Golden Gate Park - 9th & Lincoln Gateway
Posted on: September 7, 2022
The rehabilitation project was advertised for bids last month and, because of the complexity of the project, the bid due date was extended to today, 9/7/2022. The bidding contractors will be named shortly. Assuming a low bid is received within range of th...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 6, 2022
Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project Art Proposals are posted! The three finalists are Mark Baugh-Sasaki, Leo Bersamina, and Ana Teresa Fernandez. One of these art proposals will be selected for construction and installation. Public comment on th...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 6, 2022
Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project Art Proposals are posted!
Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project Art Proposals are posted! The three finalists are Mark Baugh-Sasaki, Leo Bersamina, and Ana Teresa Fernandez. One of these art proposals will be selected for construction and installation. Public comment on th...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: September 2, 2022
This Fall 2022, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors will consider legislation that will authorize a three-year pilot study using the Upper Great Highway between Lincoln Way and Sloat Boulevard as a car-free promenade on weekends, holidays, and Friday a...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 1, 2022
Staff have worked with Public Works Contract Administration and the City’s Contract Monitoring Division to confirm responsiveness of the low bid contractor, Bauman Landscape and Construction, Inc. Staff will present award of constructi...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: August 30, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO – San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager Phil Ginsburg will serve a second term on the California State Park and Recreation Commission, after the California State Senate unanimously confirmed his reappointment...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 25, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Decades of industrial pollution has been cleaned from a former shipbuilding site in Bayview-Hunters Point, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today. The restoration of the land, shoreline, and shallow w...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 24, 2022
On August 18, 2022, Commission approved that Treaty Construction be awarded the contract to renovate Herz Playground. Not only was Treaty the lowest, responsive bidder, we’ve had great success working with them in the past. Treaty Construction has built s...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 17, 2022
We’re almost at 100% completion of the construction drawings, which is a big milestone! We are on target for mid-winter to start construction, which we’ve estimated at an 8 month duration, and we should expect the playground to be open to the public aroun...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 13, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco Recreation and Park officials held a dedication ceremony on Friday for the newly named David Johnson Photo Processing Lab, located within the Harvey Milk Photo Center at the Harvey Milk Center for the A...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: August 12, 2022
The San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission last month approved construction firm Swinerton to build the first portion of India Basin Waterfront Park, a community-led project that will train and hire Bayview-Hunters Point residents.
Crews, which will ...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: August 12, 2022
The San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission last month approved construction firm Swinerton to build the first portion of India Basin Waterfront Park, a community-led project that will train and hire Bayview-Hunters Point residents.
Crews, which will ...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 2, 2022
Thank you, neighborhood park advocates, for your continued support of the Community Opportunity Fund Program, which is in its third Bond cycle. We are updating the process for the next application cycle, Round 6, and will have more information on those ch...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 2, 2022
The construction contract has been awarded!
It was a journey through design, pandemic challenges to get us to this point. The contractor has ordered the lights (four month to manufacture) and our team held multiple meetings to prepare for construction some...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 21, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –The San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission today approved construction firm Swinerton to build the first portion of India Basin Waterfront Park, a community-led project that will train and hire Bayview-Hunters Point resi...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 20, 2022
The design team is up and running and working on completing schematic design by later this Summer. Please stay tuned for details on design updates.
We have issued Notification of Intent to Award to Swinerton Builders for the Construction Manager / General ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 18, 2022
We are excited to share that the water barrier has been removed at 900 Innes, a huge step in completing the remediation of this site that allows water to return to the cleaned area. We have additional work to wrap-up the project and anticipate finishing r...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 18, 2022
We are excited to share that the water barrier has been removed at 900 Innes, a huge step in completing the remediation of this site that allows water to return to the cleaned area. We have additional work to wrap-up the project and anticipate finishing r...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: July 14, 2022
Hi everyone- We are thrilled to share that Sanjay Vora has been selected as the artist for the public art piece at the new Herz Recreation Center! You can review his proposal under the Documents tab. Please contact Rec Park Project Manager, Alexis Ward, a...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 14, 2022
Today our contractor began work demolishing sections of the sidewalk along Byxbee, from the main playground entrance to the corner of Byxbee and Shields Streets.
Please note that the contractor is currently providing temporary pedestrian access around this...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 12, 2022
Core to the community-driven redesign of Buchanan Street Mall, the Memory Walk is envisioned to physically connect all five blocks of the park, showcase local art, and honor community history.
Thanks to grant funding from the Prop 68 Statewide Parks Progra...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 12, 2022
Core to the community-driven redesign of Buchanan Street Mall, the Memory Walk is envisioned to physically connect all five blocks of the park, showcase local art, and honor community history.
Thanks to grant funding from the Prop 68 Statewide Parks Progra...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Buchanan Street Mall
Posted on: July 9, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Western Addition, Hayes Valley and Tenderloin residents today celebrated the restored 21-Hayes bus service to Golden Gate Park, while park visitors with disabilities took their first spin on adaptive bikes on car-free JFK, the...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 6, 2022
Hi everybody- We have great news to share- we received 7 bids on the Herz Playground Renovation Project! We are currently identifying the lowest, responsive bidder. We plan to present the contract award for construction to the Recreation and Park Departme...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 1, 2022
The Twin Peaks Pedestrian Walkway conceptual design was approved by the Recreation and Park Commission in June 2022!
Design aspects that will be addressed and refined during schematic design and onward, some of which is based on input from community stakeh...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 29, 2022
Please join us for a second virtual community meeting to discuss the future park at 11th and Natoma! Recreation and Parks invites you to attend and share your input on the design, character, and programming of this exciting new park site in the South of M...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 29, 2022
Please join us for a second virtual community meeting to discuss the future park at 11th and Natoma! Recreation and Parks invites you to attend and share your input on the design, character, and programming of this exciting new park site in the South of M...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: 11th & Natoma Park
Posted on: June 27, 2022
Please join us for a virtual community meeting to review the findings of the 2020 Buena Vista Park Needs Assessment and Cost Analysis and finalize the scope of the improvements to be funded with three million dollars from the 2020 Health & Recovery Bo...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Buena Vista Park
Posted on: June 21, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Parks and plazas are taking center stage as San Francisco celebrates Make Music Day on Tuesday, June 21 with concerts in Union Square, Golden Gate Park, and Civic Center Plaza, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 13, 2022
We apologize for the inconvenience as our Project Manager is out sick. We will be postponing the June 14th 8:30 am site walk, but will still be moving forward with the 29th. We will reschedule as soon as possible.
Thanks for your continued interest in McLa...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 10, 2022
Note: Photos and videos can be found here.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –A vibrant new ground mural at the legendary Skatin’ Place in Golden Gate Park made its debut today when the iconic outdoor roller skating spot reopened following rep...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 3, 2022
We are happy to report that 100% bid documents have been submitted by the design team and shared with the Public Works Contract Preparation group, to prepare for advertisement to contractors.
The set of drawings and specifications that comprise t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: June 1, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A new, all-accessible parking lot in the heart of Golden Gate Park offers 20 free blue zone spaces, bringing visitors with disabilities closer than ever to museums, gardens and other cultural attractions, the San Francisco Re...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 20, 2022
Hi all- We nearing the end of our advertisement period for Herz Playground! Contractor bids are due on Wednesday, May 25! We will update everyone on our schedule and the start of construction once bids are received. For questions on the project, please re...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 20, 2022
Hi all- Thank you to those who provided input the proposed artwork for the Herz Recreation Center. The Selection Committee will be meeting in early June to review the community input and make a final recommendation to the Arts Commission. For questions on...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 19, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco Recreation and Park Commissioners today voted unanimously to approve changing the name of Visitacion Valley Playground to Yik Oi Huang Peace & Friendship Park. The name honors the memory of a neighb...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 13, 2022
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today announced the allocation of $3.9 million in federal funding to renovate Buchanan Street Mall, which stretches five consecutive blocks between Eddy and Grove streets in San Francisco’s Wes...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 3, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO—The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department along with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) announced today that repairs at Sigmund Stern Grove’s Concert Meadow are nearing completion and will be rea...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 2, 2022
Phase 2 of the San Francisco Arts Commission’s Civic Design Review for the . . .
Phase 2 of the San Francisco Arts Commission’s Civic Design Review for the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project will be taking place on Monday, May 16th at 2:00 PM. Any member of the public is welcome to attend the meeting and...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: April 28, 2022
The design team is continuing to close design and coordination loops as efficiently as possible, still with the goal of finalizing construction documents and advertising to contractors this spring.
Here are some specific updates from this month:
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: April 27, 2022
Today, Mayor London N. Breed, Supervisor Catherine Stefani, Recreation and Parks General Manager Phil Ginsburg, and the Francisco Park Conservatory celebrated the opening of Francisco Park. Located in Russian Hill, the 4.5-acre park consists of panoramic ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: April 26, 2022
San Francisco, CA —Today the San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved Mayor Breed’s legislation to ensure John F. Kennedy Drive in Golden Gate Park remain vehicle-free permanently. The legislation, co-sponsored by Supervisors Matt H...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: April 26, 2022
The contractor asked to be relieved from the construction contract and in February, Commission approved the termination so that we can close this chapter and rebid the project to get back on track.
Contract termination does not happen very often and takes ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 25, 2022
On April 20, 2022 the Recreation & Park Department, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and . . .
On April 20, 2022 the Recreation & Park Department, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency hosted a multi-agency, virtual community webinar to share status updates on the City’s Ocean Beac...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: April 22, 2022
We are excited to announce an upcoming community meeting for a new park in the South of Market Area.
Recreation and Parks invites you to attend and provide your input on the character, programming, and design of this future park space.
Please join us for a ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 22, 2022
We are excited to announce an upcoming community meeting for a new park in the South of Market Area.
Recreation and Parks invites you to attend and provide your input on the character, programming, and design of this future park space.
Please join us for a ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: 11th & Natoma Park
Posted on: April 22, 2022
The Herz Recreation Center Artist Selection Panel has selected three artists to create proposals for artworks for the new Herz Recreation Center. The proposals are currently on display at Coffman Pool, 1700 Visitacion Avenue. Come visit and share your fee...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 22, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A new program aims to make San Franciscans from all over the city fall in love with Golden Gate Park. Like any good love story, it starts with a charming introduction and continues with a follow-up date to get to kno...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: April 18, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco’s legendary 420 celebration will return to Hippie Hill/Robin Williams Meadow in Golden Gate Park on Wednesday following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, City officials and event organize...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: April 9, 2022
Recreation and Park, together with the SFMTA, presented the first public meeting on the Visitacion Avenue Sidewalk and Streetscape Project. The project is part of the departments larger efforts to address pedestrian, bike and street improvements throughou...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 9, 2022
The virtual meeting, held on Thursday, February 10 reviewed previous planning efforts that included the roadway through McLaren Park.
Recreation and Park, together with the SFMTA, presented the first public meeting on the Visitacion Avenue Sidewalk and Streetscape Project. The project is part of the departments larger efforts to address pedestrian, bike and street improvements throughou...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements: McLaren Park - Pedestrian, Bike and Streetscape Projects
Posted on: April 8, 2022
Middle Lake Rehabilitation is on track to go out to bid in April or May 2022. That means that the project could be in construction by the fall! Thank you everyone for your patience as this wonderful project progresses – the rehabilitation will create a be...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 8, 2022
Mansell Tai Chi Court is open to the public! A ceremony on 3/12/22 kicked off with a beautiful Tai Chi demonstration and marked the official opening for the space. The court is intended to serve the needs of Tai Chi practitioners, but the space has an end...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 1, 2022
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, and Recreation & Park Department will be holding a multi-agency, virtual community webinar to share status updates on the City’s Ocean Beach Climate Change A...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 1, 2022
An upcoming multi-agency, virtual community webinar will share status updates on the City’s Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, and Recreation & Park Department will be holding a multi-agency, virtual community webinar to share status updates on the City’s Ocean Beach Climat...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: March 28, 2022
Design is progressing for the stage on the McAllister to Fulton block, thanks to the thoughtful input input provided by local performing art stakeholders, including the African American Art & Culture Complex, African-American Shakespeare Company, Afro...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 28, 2022
Design is progressing for the stage on the McAllister to Fulton block, thanks to the thoughtful input input provided by local performing art stakeholders, including the African American Art & Culture Complex, African-American Shakespeare Company, Afro...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements: Buchanan Street Mall
Posted on: March 25, 2022
We are officially under contract with the architecture and engineering team, the Mark Cavagnero Associates + Kuth Ranieri Architects Joint Venture, as of March 23. We are looking forward to working with this team to finalize the project design and constru...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 25, 2022
We are officially under contract with the architecture and engineering team, the Mark Cavagnero Associates + Kuth Ranieri Architects Joint Venture, as of March 23. We are looking forward to working with this team to finalize the project design and constru...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements: Gene Friend Rec Center
Posted on: March 25, 2022
Interested in helping improve our parks? Volunteer at the McLaren Park Native Plant Garden in Visitacion Valley on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The garden is located on Visitacion Avenue across from Herz Playground. Work will include moving mulch ...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 25, 2022
Interested in helping improve our parks? Volunteer at the McLaren Park Native Plant Garden in Visitacion Valley on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The garden is located on Visitacion Avenue across from Herz Playground. Work will include moving mulch ...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements: McLaren Park - McLaren Park Trails
Posted on: March 23, 2022
The design team is continuing to close design and coordination loops as efficiently as possible, still with the goal of finalizing construction documents and advertising to contractors this spring.
Here are some examples of specific things we’re working th...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 23, 2022
The design team is continuing to close design and coordination loops as efficiently as possible, still with the goal of finalizing construction documents and advertising to contractors this spring.
Here are some examples of specific things we’re ...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: March 23, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — San Francisco’s first public space designed and dedicated specifically for the practice of tai chi opened today amid a community celebration in McLaren Park, the San Francisco Recreation and Park announced....
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 18, 2022
The project team and Rec Park staff continue to finalize details in the design of the new Rec Center and outdoor spaces. We are happy to announce that the public art proposals will be on display in the lobby of Coffman Pool in April. Community feedback on...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 18, 2022
We are excited to announce that we are on track to issue Notice to Proceed to the Contractor, Cazadoro Construction, Inc, by early April. Here are some specific updates:
- There’s often a lag between when NTP is issued and when you observe work hap...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 18, 2022
Our biologist will conduct a few more wildlife surveys at Stow Lake over the next month. Once complete, we will incorporate measures into our specifications that ensure the protection of special status species during construction. We are also co...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 15, 2022
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today introduced legislation to authorize permanent changes to make 1.5 miles of JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park car-free. It would also authorize making certain street segments one-way, creating new bicyc...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 15, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA —Making good on its promise to create jobs in the Bayview, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department is seeking local building professionals who will create the City’s next great waterfront park, a onc...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 9, 2022
San Francisco, CA — The Board of Supervisors today passed legislation introduced by Mayor London N. Breed to make admission to the Conservatory of Flowers and Japanese Tea Garden free for San Francisco residents and all veterans. The ordinance r...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 8, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO–A coalition of organizations led by Sunset Piano, Illuminate, the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department and the Ukrainian American Coordinating Council will host an extraordinary event called “Slava Ukraini!&r...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 7, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA — The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency today announced their recommendation that John F. Kennedy Drive in Golden Gate Park remain vehicle-free. The prop...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 1, 2022
Images can be found here
Season schedule can be found at GoldenGateBandshell.org
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Live music will soon return to the Golden Gate Bandshell’s iconic stage with another season of free outdoor performanc...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 25, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA—Starting Saturday, February 26, 2022, riders of Golden Gate Park’s free shuttle will enjoy major improvements, including new weekday service, an expanded route with connection to public transit, more stops, and less w...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 24, 2022
The design team has completed and submitted 90% construction documents drawings and specifications. These are currently being reviewed by several individuals and agencies for the following: accessibility, cost, tree impacts, maintenanc...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 24, 2022
The design team has completed and submitted 90% construction documents drawings and specifications. These are currently being reviewed by several individuals and agencies for the following: accessibility, cost, tree impacts, maintenanc...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: February 24, 2022
Hi folks- We have our final set of drawings and specifications ready for bidding! We are coordinating with the Public Works Contract Preparation group to advertise the project to potential contractors. We will also be taking the project to the Department ...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 24, 2022
Hi folks- We are excited to share that the Board of Supervisors approved the grant/gift acceptance of $10 million from Sunnydale LLC! This funding is essential to completion of the new Recreation Center. Our design team has submitted the project drawings ...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 24, 2022
Hi folks- Our biologist has been conducting surveys of the wildlife at Stow Lake. Once the surveys wrap up later this Spring, we will be incorporating measures into our specifications to ensure the protection of special status species during construction....
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 23, 2022
COMING SOON: Renovations on Buchanan Street Mall
It’s time to CELEBRATE! For seven years, the Western Addition community has dreamed about what Buchanan Mall could become with the right vision and resources. Those dreams are coming true!
With our p...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 23, 2022
COMING SOON: Renovations on Buchanan Street Mall
It’s time to CELEBRATE! For seven years, the Western Addition community has dreamed about what Buchanan Mall could become with the right vision and resources. Those dreams are coming true!...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: Buchanan Street Mall
Posted on: February 14, 2022
Here are some updates on the project:
- We are finalizing contracting with the architecture and engineering team, the Mark Cavagnero Associates + Kuth Ranieri Architects Joint Venture, and hope to officially have them on board by early Mar...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 14, 2022
Here are some updates on the project:
- We are finalizing contracting with the architecture and engineering team, the Mark Cavagnero Associates + Kuth Ranieri Architects Joint Venture, and hope to officially have them on board by early Mar...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: Gene Friend Rec Center
Posted on: February 14, 2022
We are happy to report that we will be presenting award of construction contract to the Recreation and Park Commission for approval this Thursday, February 17.
We received 10 bids from contractors on January 25. We have confirmed the co...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 10, 2022
The San Francisco Arts Commission invites artists and artist teams residing in the United States to submit qualifications for a public art opportunity
The San Francisco Arts Commission invites artists and artist teams residing in the United States to submit qualifications for a public art opportunity at Ocean Beach in San Francisco. Proposals for this public art opportunity for the Ocean Beach Climate C...
Read on...
Visit the project page
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: February 9, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA—The newly remodeled Angelo J. Rossi Pool will welcome back community members Saturday with a celebratory free swim in its modern facility, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today.
The Feb. 12 f...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 9, 2022
The McLaren Trails Priority Improvements project team has been working with the Planning Department on environmental compliance, thoroughly reviewing the proposed trail improvements and natural features restoration work alongside the activities previously...
Read on...
Meeting Link
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 31, 2022
The Yosemite Creek Daylighting Project is moving forward following a number of Commission approvals. On December 16, 2021 RPD Commission approved the 2018 concept design and draft MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) between RPD and PUC. ...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 27, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – San Francisco Parks Alliance and the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, in partnership with San Francisco artist Charles Gadeken, are pleased to announce the extension of Entwined, the illuminated...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: January 26, 2022
Please join Recreation and Parks, the Public Utilities Commission (PUC), and the Municipal Transportation Authority (MTA) for a virtual community meeting to get the latest updates on all the projects related to Lake Merced.
February 17th at 5:30 pm
Join via...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 26, 2022
Please join Recreation and Parks, the Public Utilities Commission (PUC), and the Municipal Transportation Authority (MTA) for a virtual community meeting to get the latest updates on all the projects related to Lake Merced.
February 17th at 5:30 pm
Join via...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Lake Merced
Posted on: January 22, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –City officials and community members held a celebration today for the reopening of Bayview/K.C. Jones Playground following a $6 million renovation that includes a bigger and better play area for kids, an improved new ballfield,...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: January 21, 2022
Hi everybody- In February, are looking forward to presenting to the Board of Supervisors for a grant/gift acceptance of $10 million for the project! Additionally, the Arts Commission will be publicly displaying three proposals from artists for the public ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 21, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Plans for a new and improved Portsmouth Square cleared a major hurdle after being unanimously approved by the Recreation and Park Commission Thursday, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today.
F...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: January 12, 2022
Contact: Mayor’s Office of Communications, mayorspressoffice@sfgov.org
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today proposed legislation to make admission to the Conservatory of Flowers and Japanese Tea Garden free for San Francisco residents. ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: January 5, 2022
Happy New Year! 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) and work on the pago...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 5, 2022
Happy New Year! 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) and work on the pago...
Read on...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements: Japantown Peace Plaza
Posted on: December 23, 2021
We're excited to announce that Bayview Playground is open! Thank you for your patience as we’ve worked to complete the renovation. Fences have been removed and the site is available for you to play. An official park opening will be on Jan 22, 2022. Stay t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 22, 2021
Say goodbye to 2021 and to the drainage problems at Fillmore Turk—then, welcome the start of the transformative renovation taking place throughout 2022!
These Construction Advisory notices are posted on site in preparation for the upcoming renovation. Janu...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 17, 2021
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. We hope to advertise the project to contractors early in 2022. Please e-mail Project Manager, Alexis Wa...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 17, 2021
Hi everybody- Our project team is finalizing the structural design of the building and then we will submit for a Building Permit. The Arts Commission has selected three finalists who will create proposals for the public art piece at the new Rec Center. Th...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 17, 2021
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. Once this is finalized, we will advertise the project to potential contractors. &am...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: December 16, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – A ground mural featuring a golden roller skate surrounded by a psychedelic pattern may add new color to a legendary skating spot in Golden Gate Park after the San Francisco Recreation and Park Commission voted unanim...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: December 13, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Two ambitious San Francisco park projects focused on environmental justice for residents of the Bayview and Western Addition have been awarded a combined $11.6 million in grants from the State of California, the San Francisco ...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: December 9, 2021
The San Francisco Planning Department has published the draft environmental impact report for the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project. . .
The San Francisco Planning Department has published the draft environmental impact report for the Ocean Beach Climate Change Adaptation Project. The Draft EIR is available for review at www.sfplanning.org/sfceqadocs, at the San Francisco Permit Center (49...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: November 29, 2021
We are excited to be moving toward onboarding our new design team for the project!
We completed recruitment via a competitive RFP process and received 3 very strong proposals, including one from a joint venture that included the architecture firm that comp...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 23, 2021
Recreation and Park, together with Fletcher Studio, presented updates on the Esprit Park Renovation Project to over 35 members of the community on Thursday, November 18. The team also responded to many community member questions about design development a...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 23, 2021
Recreation and Park, together with Fletcher Studio, presented updates on the Esprit Park Renovation Project to over 35 members of the community on Thursday, November 18. The team also responded to many community member questions about design development a...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: November 23, 2021
We are awarding the construction contract in December!! Then, the contractor, sub-contractors, and engineers will be entering all pertinent data in city system for ground breaking in the new year. Construction advisory notices are on site and additional p...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 23, 2021
The Middle Lake Rehabilitation project is moving forward and 90% design documents are nearly complete. In order to pave the way for a smooth construction project on the main scope of work, now due to go out to bid in the summer of 2022, we are initiating ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 23, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA– The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department today announced the launch of a three-month pilot program for food trucks on the Upper Great Highway during days the roadway is closed to vehicle traffic, the San Francisco Recr...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 19, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed and State Senator Scott Wiener today announced the allocation of $4.8 million in state funding secured by Senator Wiener to renovate the Buchanan Street Mall, which stretches five blocks across San Franc...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 18, 2021
Hi everybody- We are putting the finishing touches on the permit set of drawings, which we will submit to the Building Department for approval. We will also be conducting a final cost estimate for the project. Please e-mail Project Manager, Alexis Ward, a...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 18, 2021
Join us for the third community meeting for the Stern Grove Playground Renovation Project. We invite you to share input and feedback on proposed playground design options. The playground is part of the Let’sPlaySF! Initiative, a partnership between the Re...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 18, 2021
Hi all- The project team is working with a biologist to minimize impacts to the wildlife around the lake. We will be moving forward with the hazardous tree removals later this year. We are aiming to advertise the project to potential contractors in the co...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 18, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA– Starting in December, visitors to Golden Gate Park will journey through an immersive wonderland of light, nature and art as illuminated paths, interactive exhibits, and live performances brighten nearly a mile of car...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 15, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA– In a move to improve visitor services and position the “Gardens of Golden Gate Park” as a one of the top cultural and environmental institutions in the country, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Departm...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 13, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA– City officials gathered with community members and dragon boat racers at Lake Merced today to say ahoy to a new boat dock and gangway that allows safer recreation for seniors and people with disabilities and ensures future acc...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: November 12, 2021
The construction contract is being awarded in November 2021 and the team, preparing for site work, has posted these notices throughout the park. Please check back for actual closure date which we will post here.
Thank you all within the community who have ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: November 2, 2021
The Rossi Pool Renovation Project progress is moving along well, and we have reached a significant milestone: the pool shell has been plastered and is currently being filled with water! Current construction activities are now focused on pool mechanical eq...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 28, 2021
Rec and Park is hosting an online update to community members on the Esprit Park Renovation Project on Thursday, November 18, from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.
This update will include a presentation from staff on the following items:
- Progress on the park design and ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 28, 2021
Rec and Park is hosting an online update to community members on the Esprit Park Renovation Project on Thursday, November 18, from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm.
This update will include a presentation from staff on the following items:
- Progress on the park d...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: October 15, 2021
We are please to announce the re-opening of Victoria Manalo Draves Park! The summer renovation included installation of new sports lighting, new pedestrian lighting, expansion and reconfiguration of the community garden, the addition of a nature explorati...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 14, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Young children at nine San Francisco child care centers and family child care homes are enjoying green outdoor play spaces after community volunteers worked multiple weekends to create natural play spaces that allow c...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: October 13, 2021
Construction on the Mansell Tai Chi Court is underway and moving fast! The plants haven’t even been installed yet one can already feel the new berm sheltering the future plaza from wind. We hope to have this beautiful space open to the public by the end o...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 9, 2021
Francisco Park construction is moving forward towards a December 2021 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...
Project Page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 5, 2021
Juri Commons is open to the public! On September 13th the city held a ribbon cutting celebration to commemorate the park’s opening with many neighbors, community members, donors and city leadership in attendance. The process for getting Juri Commons renov...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 5, 2021
We are happy to announce that construction for the Lake Merced Boat Dock is complete, and the site is open to the public. Construction fencing was removed on 9/16/21 and the new dock, boat ramp, seating area, and ADA parking stall are ready for use! A rib...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: October 2, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA–A fire consumed a beloved playground late Thursday night near the Ferry Building, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today.
Park rangers were alerted at 11:30 p.m. that firefighters had extingui...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: October 2, 2021
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! PG&E will be installing our new meter and energizing the site on Octo...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 30, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA–Conservatory Drive West, which runs behind the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park, will partially re-open Friday, Oct. 1 to provide closer access for delivery vehicles, drop-offs and drivers, the San Francisc...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 30, 2021
Consultant on site at Esprit this week to inventory the condition of the storm drainage system that was installed approximately 15 years ago. The goal of this inventory is to understand what existing infrastructure can be retained and incorporated into ou...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 30, 2021
Consultant on site at Esprit this week to inventory the condition of the storm drainage system that was installed approximately 15 years ago. The goal of this inventory is to understand what existing infrastructure can be retained and incorporated into ou...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: September 20, 2021
The project is 85% completed! The sod was recently installed and needs 60 days for full establishment (recommended time for roots to attach to the earth and grow strong before being walked on) The fences are 90% installed, fixtures are starting to be inst...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 20, 2021
Hi everybody- We are getting close to wrapping up our construction document for the new playground and the bathroom renovation at Herz Clubhouse. We aim to get permits through the Building Department in November. For questions please contact Project Manag...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 20, 2021
Hi all- The Arts Commission received over 100 applications from potential artists for the public art piece at Herz Recreation Center. The Arts Commission staff will work with a selection panel to narrow down the applicants and establish a shortlist for fu...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 18, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, an outdoor concert venue nestled in McLaren Park, re-opened today following a $1.45 million facelift that made it more comfortable and accessible for both performers and audience members, the San Francisco Re...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 18, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, an outdoor concert venue nestled in McLaren Park, re-opened today following a $1.45 million facelift that made it more comfortable and accessible for both performers and audience members, the San Francisco Re...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 15, 2021
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 detailed design and construction of the Turk – Golden Gate block of Buchanan Street Mall!
We have an importan...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 13, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Juri Commons reopened today following a $1.9 million renovation honoring the Mission District park’s railroad history while featuring a seamless redesign with new plantings, an improved play space for children, grass...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: September 13, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Juri Commons reopened today following a $1.9 million renovation honoring the Mission District park’s railroad history while featuring a seamless redesign with new plantings, an improved play space for children, grass for dogs, and an ad...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 10, 2021
We have been assessing conditions on site over the past few months, including the following:
- Soils investigation (infiltration study, testing for Maher Ordinance compliance, and agricultural suitability), with the Public Works Site Assessment and Remediati...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: September 10, 2021
We have been assessing conditions on site over the past few months, including the following:
- Soils investigation (infiltration study, testing for Maher Ordinance compliance, and agricultural suitability), with the Public Works Site Assessment and Remediati...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: September 5, 2021
CONSTRUCITON UPDATES:
This lighting project was anticipated to be completed in Fall 2021 (as noted on construction banners). We are several weeks away from the start of Fall and construction work continues (see photos below).
We do not have a firm reopening...
Read on...
Project page
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 20, 2021
As this project neared 60% design completion it was put on hold due to COVID related funding delays – but we are back up and running! With new funding allocated to the project the design team is moving forward and we hope to put the project out to bid by ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 20, 2021
As this project neared 60% design completion it was put on hold due to COVID related funding delays . . .
As this project neared 60% design completion it was put on hold due to COVID related funding delays – but we are back up and running! With new funding allocated to the project the design team is moving forward and we hope to put the project out ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Golden Gate Park - 9th & Lincoln Gateway
Posted on: August 20, 2021
Hi everybody- The architects and engineers are still hard at work finalizing the details of the building and landscape design. We are also hoping to receive our Site Permit from the Department of Building Inspection soon. Construction is still planned for...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 20, 2021
Design work for the Richmond Playground renovation has resumed! We are thankful to everyone who helped get this project moving again and remain hopeful that we can have the project in construction by mid 2022. Thank you to the wonderful community who has ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 17, 2021
Thank you for helping us to get the word out to folks who may be interested in working on the project.
An online pre-proposal conference will be held on Wednesday, August 18, at 10 am (this was postponed from August 5).
The deadline for written questions is...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 16, 2021
Thanks to the 174 people who participated in the survey to refine the design of Buchanan Street Mall, Turk – Golden Gate block. There are clear community preferences for a big kids play structure, belt swings, bench swings, stationary bikes, balance-focus...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 16, 2021
Thank you everyone for your continued patience with this renovation project. Construction is nearing completion and we are now waiting on a few final sign-offs. Look for a posting for the official ribbon cutting soon! We are aiming for early-mid September...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 12, 2021
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 value of planting native plants throughout the Cit...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 6, 2021
Good news is that construction is going great! Our new utility work on Sherman was inspected and approved by PG&E and trenching across the street and down the sidewalk will be repaired by early next week.
Sports lighting pole foundations were inspected...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: August 5, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Today Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Gordon Mar with support from Supervisors Connie Chan and Myrna Melgar, announced that starting Monday, August 16th, the Great Highway will have an adjusted operational plan tied to t...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 26, 2021
Construction is moving forward quickly at VMD! Cazadoro Construction, Inc. has been a collaborative partner in accelerating the schedule, with the goal of opening key areas of the park prior to the start of the SFUSD academic year.
Recent activit...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 26, 2021
The final piece of work for George Christopher’s renovations, resurfacing the tennis court, is almost complete! The slip sheet system requires dry weather and our contractor experienced many schedule delays due to the dripping fog the park experienced thr...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 23, 2021
Thanks so much for those of you who were able to attend the grand reopening, here are some photos of the newly renovated playground. We can not do these renovations without your support.
Attached are a few pictures of the completed playground, just prior t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 23, 2021
Thank you for helping us to get the word out to folks who may be interested in working on the project.
An online pre-proposal conference will be held on Thursday, August 5, at 1:30 pm.
Proposals are due on Tuesday, August 24, by 5 pm.
For the full RFP as wel...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 22, 2021
The Portsmouth Square project team has been incredibly busy over the past several months, pushing forward both the detailed design and the environmental review for the project. On August 4th, the Draft EIR will be published and available for public commen...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 22, 2021
The Portsmouth Square project team has been incredibly busy over the past several months, pushing forward both the detailed design and the environmental review for the project. On August 4th, the Draft EIR will be published and available for public commen...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Portsmouth Square
Posted on: July 20, 2021
(For images click here. Photo credit Jim Watkins)
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –With a design inspired by its wooded surroundings, a nature play area to spark creativity, and a dramatic spiral tower soaring above it all, the newl...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 19, 2021
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. Join us to celebrate the completion of this project! Thank you to all the community members who helped make this projec...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 19, 2021
Hi everybody, We are continuing work on the construction documents for the project. We are happy to share that we will be including an ADA accessible swing in the younger children’s playground. Other playground elements include bucket swings, belt swings,...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 19, 2021
Project progress is moving along well, and the construction team is working diligently despite some delays due to unforeseen site conditions. Current construction activities include:
Building Envelope – Concrete scope complete. Painting subcontractor is on...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: July 16, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Gardeners maintaining the City’s parks, open spaces and public plazas will soon turn over a new leaf—trading gas-powered blowers with two-stroke engines for electric battery pack models instead, th...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 14, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –A field trip program launched this week acquaints kids from underserved neighborhoods with the joys of Golden Gate Park—then empowers them to return with their families, the San Francisco Recreation and Park...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: July 7, 2021
Join us for the second community meeting for the Stern Grove Playground Renovation Project. We invite you to share input and feedback on proposed playground design options. The playground is part of the Let’sPlaySF! Initiative, a partnership between the R...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 30, 2021
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. If you know of any firms that might be in...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 25, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –A new photo library at the Harvey Milk Photo Center will be named for legendary photographer David Johnson, who chronicled Black life in San Francisco in the mid-twentieth century, the San Francisco Recreation and Par...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 22, 2021
The fence poles, those silver vertical sticks, are 80% installed awaiting the black finish and mesh. Grading, almost complete on the ballfield, is preparing for sod installation next month. Then we’ll move to the areas outside the field. The fitness equip...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 22, 2021
Hi all, We are nearing completion of construction at Golden Gate Heights. The contractor is installing the finishing touches. Please stay tuned for information on an opening celebration later this summer! For questions please contact Project Manager, Alex...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 22, 2021
We are making great construction progress and nearing the finish line! The prefabricated dock and gangway were installed in late May, and the contractor is currently making minor adjustments before it is ready for use. Other ongoing site work includes irr...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 22, 2021
Your Victoria Manalo Draves lighting upgrades and park improvements are coming soon! Rec and Park has been working on final preparations with our contractor Cazadoro Construction, Inc. for the past month, and the builders will take control of the park and...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 19, 2021
In commemoration of San Francisco’s Juneteenth holiday, Mayor London N. Breed today unveiled Monumental Reckoning, a two-year art installation in Golden Gate Park honoring Black history and lives.
The piece, by Bay Area artist Dana King, consists...
Read on...
Monumental Reckoning
Press Releases
Posted on: June 17, 2021
Contact: Mayor’s Office of Communications, mayorspressoffice@sfgov.org
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today joined with community members, environmental advocates, and public officials to kick off the resto...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 16, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Coit Tower, the iconic white column defining the San Francisco skyline, will welcome visitors Thursday, June 17 for the first time in 15 months, Mayor London N. Breed announced today.
The 210-foot welcoming beacon, wh...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 14, 2021
We are happy to report that the Board of Supervisors has approved the grants that support the project. This renovation was made possible thanks to a generous $5 million funding commitment from UCSF, who committed this grant through their Dogpatch Communit...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 14, 2021
We are happy to report that the Board of Supervisors has approved the grants that support the project. This renovation was made possible thanks to a generous $5 million funding commitment from UCSF, who committed this grant through their Dogpatch Communit...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: June 14, 2021
The Arts Commission Civic Design Review Committee approved the design in April, under their “Small Project Review” category.
Our team is moving forward to flesh out details of the approved concept design. We are expecting a 50% construction document submit...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 8, 2021
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. We look forward to opening the park to the public! By August we expect the sod to h...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: June 7, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –A once-overlooked park in Bayview Hunters Point reopened today with a community celebration after a $3.3 million renovation transformed it into a family-friendly oasis with an adventure playground, the San Francisco R...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: June 1, 2021
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. The work includes the addition of sports lighting at the ballfield and basketball cou...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 28, 2021
Mark your calendars! A groundbreaking event marking the beginning of remediation work on the India Basin project is scheduled for Thursday, June 17 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at India Basin Shoreline Park (Hunters Point Boulevard and Hawes Street). Join us for t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 28, 2021
Mark your calendars! A groundbreaking event marking the beginning of remediation work on the India Basin project is scheduled for Thursday, June 17 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at India Basin Shoreline Park (Hunters Point Boulevard and Hawes Street). Join us for t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: May 26, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today announced Stern Grove Festival, the longest-running free outdoor music festival in the Bay Area, will return to Sigmund Stern Grove for its 84th season this summer beginning June 20, 2021....
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 21, 2021
Hi all, Our design has completed the detailed design phase and we are currently cost estimating the project and doing regulatory reviews. Later this summer we will begin construction documents. For questions please contact Project Manager, Alexis Ward, at...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 21, 2021
Hi folks, We are performing a cost estimate for the project and then, we will begin construction documents. The project has been submitted to the Department of Building Inspection for permitting. Please contact Project Manager, Alexis Ward, at alexis.ward...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: May 18, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 18, 2021
Contact:San Francisco Recreation and Park Department
RPDcommunications@sfgov.org
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Esprit Park is one step closer to a $7.7 million renovation designed to balance the needs of it...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: May 17, 2021
Playground fixtures are in! AND the field is finally taking shape. Much of the work since the start has been centered around everything underground: the field fencing foundation, the retaining walls for the bio retention planting, the drainage, irrigation...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 28, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Contact: Mayor’s Office of Communications, mayorspressoffice@sfgov.org
Media: Photos can be found here.
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today announced the reopening of the...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: April 27, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Ahsha Safaí today announced the City of San Francisco will partner with the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) to host socially-distanced, outdoor commenceme...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: April 26, 2021
The long-awaited date has been appointed! George Christopher Playground is scheduled to reopen to the public on Thursday, April 29th!
Our contractor put on the finishing touches this past month, installing benches, signs, and the drinking fountain, making ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 26, 2021
We’re excited to share that the pathways and walls are nearly complete, the play equipment is installed, planting has begun, and the space is starting to feel like a cohesive park! We hope to have Juri Commons open to the public by June so that the neighb...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 26, 2021
The design is progressing and the Middle Lake Rehabilitation project is moving forward! We anticipate construction drawings to be complete by the summer, to begin construction by fall of this year. Assuming no significant project delays, Middle Lake is st...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 26, 2021
Design work on the Richmond Playground renovation is temporarily halted but we are hopeful that the project can resume shortly. This snag will likely push the project schedule back at least one month. Many thanks to everyone who has contributed to the ren...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 23, 2021
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. This is part of the process for approving grants. This renovation was made possible thank...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: April 20, 2021
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. The project’s concept design has been approved by our Commission. Now, the project team is working ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 20, 2021
Hi all, Thank you to all the community members who helped make this project a reality! The concept design for the new Recreation Center was approved by our Rec Park Commission in March. The architecture and engineering team is now in detailed design and t...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 16, 2021
Following Rec and Park Commission of concept design in March, we are moving forward! The Arts Commission Civic Design Review Committee will be reviewing the project this Monday, April 19, under their “Small Project Review” category.
Members of the public w...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 16, 2021
Dear Friends and Neighbors of the Gene Friend Rec Center,
As you have likely heard by now, Prop A passed in November, and the Health and Recovery General Obligation Bond is a go. We are expecting to have this bond funding for the Gene Friend Rec Center Pro...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 16, 2021
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. The playground is being fenced to allow the surfacing repairs to cure properly. Please consider...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: April 12, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA –Two of San Francisco’s indoor pools are poised to welcome back lap swimmers with reservations and all pools will reopen by mid-June, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today. &nbs...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: April 9, 2021
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. Notice the white (layout) lines throughout were replaced with pipe sleeves embedded into the...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 29, 2021
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. Rec and Park is also transitioning project managers from Alexis Ward to Melinda Sullivan, who worked on ...
Read on...
Back to the project page
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: March 19, 2021
We hope you are enjoying the recently renovated West Portal Playground! We have received some concerns about the functioning of the merry-go-round at the playground. Our contractor and subcontractors have visited the site to check the merry-go-round and w...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 15, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today announced the completion of the newly transformed Garfield Square Park in the Mission District. The facility has a renovated indoor pool, clubhouse, courtyard, and public art installation....
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: March 15, 2021
Staff will be presenting the proposed concept design to the Full Recreation and Park Commission this week. Please find details below:
Full Recreation and Park Commission Hearing
Thursday, March 18, 10 am
Call in number for members of the public:
1.415.655.000...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 12, 2021
There are two upcoming opportunities to provide public comment on this project. . .
There are two upcoming opportunities to provide public comment on this project. We will be presenting the overall concept plan for this project for Civic Design Review of the San Francisco Arts Commission on Monday, March 15th at 2 pm. ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Ocean Beach Project
Posted on: March 9, 2021
We are thrilled that the construction fencing is down, and the Garfield site is now open to the public. The Clubhouse and Community Center are scheduled to open in mid/late March for select activities, and the pool will remain closed per current SF Health...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 9, 2021
Project progress is moving along well, despite some recent construction delays due to unforeseen site conditions. Current construction activities include: Exterior window and doors installation, interior tiling, epoxy flooring, painting. Pool and mechanic...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 8, 2021
Join us for the second community meeting for the Stern Grove Playground Renovation Project. We invite you to share input and feedback on proposed playground design options. The playground is part of the Let’sPlaySF! Initiative, a partnership between the R...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 3, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO – The SkyStar Wheel in Golden Gate Park will be permitted to spin until 2025, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today.
The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) voted unanimously this afternoon t...
Read on...
Skystar Wheel Tickets
Press Releases
Posted on: March 2, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO — SkyStar Wheel, the 150-ft. tall Observation Wheel located in the Music Concourse of Golden Gate Park, will reopen Thursday, March 4 at noon, SkyStar and the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today. ...
Read on...
Reserve Tickets Here
Press Releases
Posted on: March 1, 2021
The project has experienced significant delays due to COVID-19, winter rain, and subcontractor scheduling challenges, but construction is over three quarters complete at Shoreview Park and there is a solid plan for finishing work in early spring.
Exciting ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 1, 2021
We have received great input to help us finalize a proposed concept design for the Merced Heights Playground Lower Lawn Terrace Renovation Project, during an online community meeting on Thursday, February 18 with over 20 members of the public attending, a...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: March 1, 2021
The project suffered COVID-19, weather, and subcontractor scheduling delays around the turn of the year, still, construction has moved steadily forward at George Christopher Playground. Our contractor achieved an important milestone at the end of January:...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 26, 2021
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The San Francisco Department of Public Health and Recreation and Park Department today announced the expansion of youth sports in San Francisco. The City’s anticipated reassignment to the red tier next week...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 26, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today announced the new Lisa & Douglas Goldman Tennis Center in Golden Gate Park will open on Wednesday, March 3, 2021. The $27 million renovation has transformed the legendary Golden Gate P...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 23, 2021
Hi everyone- At long last, we have an approved conceptual design for the project! Thank you so much to everyone who has participated in this project. The next phase will be focused on developing the construction documents. We will update this blog monthly...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 23, 2021
Hi everyone- At long last, we have an approved conceptual design for the project! Thank you so much to everyone who has participated in this project. The next phase will be focused on developing the construction documents. We will update this blog monthly...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: February 23, 2021
Hi everyone! The playground equipment is being installed at Golden Gate Heights! Next week, the contractor will be moving the construction fencing back to enclose the upper field as they start grading the field. For questions please contact Project Manage...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 23, 2021
We are excited to share that Rec Park staff will be presenting the concept design for the Herz Playground Renovation and the concept design, grant acceptance and donor recognition plan for the Herz Playground Recreation Center to the Recreation and Park C...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 22, 2021
Join us for a virtual community meeting!
We need your feedback! The India Basin Project partners are looking for inspiration to design the new children’s play area at India Basin Shoreline Park. We want to hear from families, including children, about what...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 22, 2021
Join us for a virtual community meeting!
We need your feedback! The India Basin Project partners are looking for inspiration to design the new children’s play area at India Basin Shoreline Park. We want to hear from families, including children, about what...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: India Basin
Posted on: February 12, 2021
San Francisco, CA — Mayor London N. Breed today announced the opening of the Willie “Woo Woo” Wong Playground—a center for community engagement and recreation for all ages in the heart of Chinatown. The pla...
Read on...
Press Releases
Posted on: February 9, 2021
Juri Commons is moving forward in construction and hitting a good stride. The crew discovered some faulty utility infrastructure during demolition which caused some delays, which pushed our new anticipated completion date out to April of this year. We’re ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 9, 2021
The concept design for Richmond Playground is complete! The concept has been granted all of the necessary approvals to move into the next phase, during which the design team will get into more detail on how exactly this amazing new playground will be buil...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: February 5, 2021
Dear Community Member,
Thank you for your patience as some important preparations were made over the last several months since my last update to you.
I’m excited to report that we will be convening an online community meeting for 2 weeks from today:
Merced H...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 29, 2021
With sadness we honor the namesake of this athletic field, K.C. Jones, who left us on December 25, 2020.
Jones played college basketball for the University of San Francisco Dons and led them to the 1955 and 1956 NCAA championships. He was also part of the ...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 29, 2021
We just received notice that the building permit has been approved! Our next step is to bid advertise again in February. The first bids received late last year were beyond our budget. So our team rolled up sleeves and tighten the construction documents to...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 25, 2021
The work at the historic Golden Gate Park Dog Training Area is SO CLOSE to being finished… and many humans and dogs are eager to return!
Please be patient with our contractor. Some final items, important to user safety and the effectiveness of long term ma...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 25, 2021
We hope you can join us for the first of many virtual meetings to discuss the renovation of the playground at Stern Grove. The playground is part of the Let’sPlaySF! Initiative, a partnership between the Recreation and Park Department and the San Francisc...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 22, 2021
Hi folks- We have exciting news! We will be presenting a concept plan for approval at the Rec Park Commission in February! Thank you everyone who has participated in our many meetings, discussions, and our most recent online survey about this park renovat...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 22, 2021
Hi folks- We have exciting news! We will be presenting a concept plan for approval at the Rec Park Commission in February! Thank you everyone who has participated in our many meetings, discussions, and our most recent online survey about this park renovat...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements: Esprit Park
Posted on: January 22, 2021
Hi everyone, We are very close to finalizing our concept plan based on feedback from the Historic Preservation team at the Planning Department. We will be sharing the concept plan on our website and we are planning to present it to the Rec Park Commission...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 20, 2021
SF Rec & Park, Mercy Housing and Related CA are pleased to share the final concept plan for the Herz Recreation Center Project (com-munity gym).The discussion will include a presentation about including public art at the site and we will be sharing op...
Read on...
Additional Info...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 19, 2021
The Stern Grove Playground Community Survey is now open!
The San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department (RPD) is pleased to kick-off the Stern Grove Playground Renovation Project. The play area at Stern Grove is about to undergo a renovation, ...
Read on...
RPD Park Improvements | All Project Updates
Posted on: January 19, 2021
The Stern Grove Playground Community Survey is now open!