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Esprit Park Renovation Project
Background
Esprit Park was built as a private, corporate park in 1982 and transferred to San Francisco’s Recreation and Park Department in 2001.
The park is an urban oasis, connecting the neighborhood to nature within an urban environment. As Dogpatch transitions to a high density residential neighborhood, the park is experiencing an increased level of use by all — adults, children, and dogs.
Scope of Work
The Esprit Park Renovation Project is a full park renovation. The park’s central meadow is now bisected by an east/west path, allowing for more strolling and running in the park. Specific uses are assigned to the two meadows. In the north meadow, a new off-leash dog play area has been created. The south meadow is designated “dog-free” and dogs on-leash or off-leash are not permitted (service and support animals permitted). New plantings as well as exercise equipment, site furnishings, and signage have been added. The project is expected to open in early February 2025 and will then move into construction closeout.
Rec and Park is partnering with UCSF and the Dogpatch & NW Potrero Hill Green Benefit District (GBD) and, through the GBD, a design team led by Fletcher Studio Landscape Architecture & Urban Design to complete this project.
Project Goals
- Refresh the park after almost 40 years of use;
- Make the park more durable and resilient to withstand increased use;
- Retain the park’s natural design and feel;
- Make the park more usable for a wider variety of activities; and
- Meet current codes and regulations.
Funding
Project funding is from development impact fees and a grant from UCSF.
The construction contract award for this project was approved by Recreation and Parks Commission on September 7, 2022 ( PDF ); Recreation and Parks Commission approved a contract amendment on December 21, 2023 ( PDF ). This construction contract award obtained and complies with all city, state, and federal regulatory approvals, including any that are specific to this project’s funding sources.
Estimated Project Schedule
Phase | Timeline |
|---|---|
Planning | Fall 2017 |
Design | Spring 2021 |
Construction contract awarded | September 7, 2022 |
Construction begins | Early 2023 |
Open to the public | Early 2025 |
Project Updates
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Project Updates
Esprit Park | Construction update, February 2025
Portions of the path along Indiana Street may be temporarily closed for the installation of light poles and decorative string lighting. This work began last week and is anticipated to be completed by the week of February 24. Impact to park users should Read on…
Esprit Park | Dogpatch Neighbors Rejoice as Esprit Park Renovations Unveiled
The park’s first major renovation will ensure it remains an urban oasis in the heart of the dynamic Dogpatch neighborhood Read on…
Esprit Park | Re-opening Celebration on February 5
Join us for the reopening of Esprit Park (19th and Minnesota streets) on February 5, from noon to 1 p.m. This 2-acre park in the city’s Dogpatch neighborhood has undergone an extensive renovation, featuring two beautiful new meadows Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, December 2024
We are continuing to push toward substantial completion of construction and the re-opening of the park. We have a couple big pushes left: Delivery and installation of wood and metal custom picnic tables and benches and replacement of damaged park signs Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, November 2024
We are continuing to push toward substantial completion of construction and the re-opening of the park. Work to repair and replace curb ramps and sections of sidewalk, which required for disability access, has been completed and inspections are Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, October 2024
We have been working on several tasks to help wrap up major construction. We are finishing the right of way work required for disability access. We are also working on electrical and lighting installation, planting, and finishing the Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update: Curb Ramp and Sidewalk Work Begins
Please be advised – Starting tomorrow, October 17, our contractor team will begin repairing and replacing curb ramps and small sections of sidewalk around the park. This work is required to ensure disability access compliance. Please expect Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, September 2024
We are coming down the home stretch toward substantial completion and park re-opening. Synthetic turf has been installed and natural turf sod installation is nearly completed and will be finished next week. Deck work and planting should Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, August 2024
This month, the contractor team is working to complete planting of trees, shrubs, and natural turf sod. They are also working to complete the installation of synthetic turf and poured-in-place surfacing in the five adult exercise areas. Soon after this Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, July 2024
The park is taking shape! The contractor team is continuing to form and pour concrete for the network of paths within the park, and the plazas will be poured within the next couple of weeks. Preparation for planting is also underway, including fine Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, June 2024
Since our last update in May, the contractor team has made significant progress with the installation of infrastructure, and you can really start to see what the renovated park will look like. If you haven’t been by the site recently, take a look! Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, May 2024
We have several updates to share since our last update in April. On May 16, Rec and Park Commission approved a second construction contract amendment to extend the construction duration to allow completion by early Fall 2024. The staff report related Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, April 2024
We have two important updates to share: Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 1 at 2pm, we will be presenting a second construction contract amendment to extend the construction duration to allow completion by early Fall 2024. The agenda, including Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, March 2024
Some updates on construction: Site subdrainage system installation nearing completion. Sewer vent pipe work completed, which is a milestone, in that we coordinated with PUC to get Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, February 2024
Contractor team is back on site this week, building site walls with reclaimed granite curb. Next up is completing the Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, January 2024
The weather is not on our side to pick up pace of construction; however, we have come to resolution on a few key coordination issues with the contractor and they are back on site as of this week, picking up with granite wall work and Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, December 2023
We have received two large deliveries of trees this month, last week and this week. Our hearty landscape architects, Rec and Park operations team, resident engineer, and landscape subcontractor worked to unload and Read on…
Esprit Park | Tree Removal and Replacement | Construction update, November 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 Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, October 2023
We are nearing completion on the two boardwalk decking areas, coordinating with our supplier to ship adult exercise equipment, working to complete installation of storm drainage system Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, September 2023
We’re happy to report on our progress at Esprit Park in the past month since our last update: Installed the pipes and backflow preventer for two new Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, August 2023
Thanks to community members who have been keeping an eye on construction progress. A majority of inquiries we’ve received are in the following two categories Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, July 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 Read on…
Esprit Park | Construction update, June 2023
You may have noticed that the pace of construction at Esprit Park has slowed over recent weeks. This is in part because Read on…
Esprit Park | Project update May 2023
You may have noticed a slow down in the pace of noticeable progress on site. The project team is working hard to protect Read on…
Esprit Park construction update | April 2023 - Construction Resumes at Esprit Park
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 Read on…
Esprit Park Renovation | Presentation from March 8 Community Update now available
Thanks to community members for joining us last night for an update on the renovation of Esprit Park Read on…
SF Rec and Park Commission Meeting at Joe Lee Rec Center | March 16 at 10 a.m.
Come meet your Rec and Park Commissioners at our offsite Commission meeting at Joe Lee Rec Center Read on…
Esprit Park Renovation Reminder: March 8 Online Community Update
A reminder to please join us for an online community meeting update Read on…
Esprit Park - March 8 Online Community Update and Construction Progress
Save the Date for an online community meeting update hosted by Rec and Park . . . Read on…
Esprit Park Fencing to Go Up Week of Jan 23rd!
We are excited to announce that, following January 19 Notice to Proceed (NTP) and January 20 groundbreaking ceremony . . . Read on…
Documents and Materials
Commission Materials
- Rec Park Commission, staff report, Esprit Park Renovation – Contract Amendment, December 19, 2024 (PDF)
- Rec Park Commission, staff report, Esprit Park – Donor Plaque, August 15, 2024 (PDF)
- Rec Park Commission, staff report, contract amendment, May 1, 2024 (PDF)
- Rec Park Commission, staff report, contract amendment, December 21, 2023 (PDF)
- Rec Park Commission, staff report, contract award, September 7, 2022 (PDF)
- Rec Park Commission, staff report, concept design approval, February 18, 2021 (PDF)
- Rec Park Commission, presentation, concept design approval, February 18, 2021 (PDF)
Community Meetings - Notes and Presentations
- Community Meeting, presentation, March 8, 2023 (PDF)
- Community Meeting, presentation, August 16, 2022 (PDF)
- Community Meeting, presentation, November 18, 2021 (PDF)
- Summary of Survey Results, January 2021 (PDF)
- Summary of Survey Results, comment summary addendum, January 2021 (PDF)
- [Community Meeting, presentation, December 2020 (PDF)](http://Community Meeting, presentation, December 2020 (PDF))
- Community Meeting, FAQs, December 2020 (PDF)
- Community Meeting, comment summary addendum, December 2020 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, presentation, July 2020 (PDF)
- Community Meeting - Pop-In Workshop, progress boards, February 19, 2020 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, agenda, May 22, 2019 (DOC)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, vision statement, May 22, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, presentation boards, May 22, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, notes, May 22, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, questions, April 11, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, notes, April 11, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, outreach schedule, April 11, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, agenda, April 11, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, presentation, March 14, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, notes, March 14, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, agenda, March 14, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, questions (combined), March 14, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, roll-up budget draft, March 14, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, project schedule - draft work plan, March 14, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, budget, January 10, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, agenda, January 10, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, notes, January 10, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, DPA Performance Standards and Precedent Images Surfacing, January 10, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, DPA Performance Standards and Precedent Images Physical Enclosure, January 10, 2019 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, Flip Chart Notes Amenities Continued, January 10, 2019 (JPG)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, Flip Chart Notes Maintenance, January 10, 2019 (JPG)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, Flip Chart Notes DPA 2, January 10, 2019 (JPG)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, Flip Chart Notes Amenities, January 10, 2019 (JPG)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, Flip Chart Notes DPA 1, January 10, 2019 (JPG)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, Esprit meeting audio recordings, January 10, 2019 (MP3)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, questions, October 25, 2018 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, project schedule and work plan, October 25, 2018 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, notes, October 25, 2018 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, budget, October 25, 2018 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, agenda, October 25, 2018 (PDF)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, roles and responsibilities, October 25, 2018 (JPG)
- Esprit Park Community Advisory Group (ECAG) Meeting, hopes and dreams, October 25, 2018 (JPG)
- Community Meeting, Planning Department, September 17, 2017 (PDF)
- Community Meeting, agenda, September 14, 2017 (PDF)
Additional Project Documents
Contact Us
Melinda Sullivan
Project Manager Email Phone: 1-628-652-6648