Project Updates
Golden Gate Park - Middle Lake | Construction update, June 2024
The project is almost finished – Paving work is nearly complete, and we are taking steps to help ensure that all our newly planted plants become healthy and well-established. Construction fences will remain up around the project perimeter until the…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Center | Rec & Park Moves to Expand Neighborhood Green Space in SoMa
Acquisition of 6th Street property next to Gene Friend Rec Center would add nearly 10,000 sq. feet of outdoor space to historically underserved neighborhood.
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMcLaren Park | Temporary closures at the Amphitheater Parking Lot
Tree work continues south of Grey Fox Creek, with the removal of dead wood and hazardous trees, pruning of large branches extended over trails, and tree removals that will allow more light into the habitat restoration area around the riparian zone…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMarina Improvement & Remediation Project - June 2024 Update
The Marina Project team is in the process of analyzing the financial implications of the reduction of approximately 175 slips in the West Harbor plan as defined in the ordinance the Board of Supervisors passed earlier this year. These impacts are to both…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgMcLaren Trails – Tree work continues south of Grey Fox Creek
A few weeks ago, we completed the planned tree work north and south of Jerry Garcia Amphitheater. This work is the first phase of project-related habitat restoration to support ecological health in the area surrounding Grey Fox Creek. The tree pruning and…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced | Skyline Blvd pathway closure + pedestrian detour thru late June
To accommodate construction, the trail along Skyline Boulevard is closed through late June. Pedestrians should follow the detour through Harding Park Golf Course, available from 6 AM – 8 PM…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRandolph Bright Mini Park Children’s Play Improvements | Project survey extended until June 21!
Design survey now extended through June 21. We need your feedback on the upcoming renovation of Randolph Bright Mini Park! Please share your thoughts by filling out…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGene Friend Rec Center | Construction update, June 2024
Demolition work is wrapping up and scheduled to be completed by sometime next week. The project team has been working diligently to finalize the design for the below grade building foundation. In June, we will be…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgEsprit 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 at sfrecpark.orgTwin Peaks Trail Improvement Project and Promenade | Project Update, May 2024
Two segments of trail within the Twin Peaks Open Space will be under construction this summer: the trail at Noe Peak and the switchback just south of it. Construction is scheduled to start in mid-June. Both trails will be closed for several months while…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgJapantown Peace Plaza Renovation | Construction update, May 2024
Construction on Japantown Peace Plaza has begun! The plaza is now closed, and mobilization is in full swing. This month you can expect to see (and hear) construction activities such as: Adjustments to the perimeter barricades to accommodate…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgPortsmouth Square | SF Arts Commission Visual Arts Committee Update
Thank you to community members who have provided input on the Public Art Project Plan for the Portsmouth Square Improvement Project! The plan was presented and approved by the SF Arts Commission Visual Arts Committee on May 15, 2024. Pending approval by…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgPortsmouth Square Elevator Modernization | Project update, May 2024
Construction work to modernize the three elevators at Portsmouth Square will start within the next few months. We will work on one elevator at a time, so the other two elevators will remain operational and available to serve you. We anticipate…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgTrocadero Clubhouse | Construction update, May 2024
Work around the perimeter of the Clubhouse continues as the crew seals the exterior and paints the perimeter walls in the Clubhouse’s traditional yellow and white colors…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Park - Kezar Pavilion Renovation | Project update, May 2024
We are continuing many of the tasks from last month including finalizing a cost estimate, completing environmental review and performing additional on-site survey work. We are hoping to…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgStern Grove Playground Renovation | Project update, May 2024
The contractor selected for the Stern Grove Playground Renovation Project is working on their paperwork and getting insurance and bonds together. We anticipate being able to share a construction start date soon…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgHerz Recreation Center | Construction update May 2024
Check out these recent photos of the on-going activities at Herz Playground. The building’s walls are starting to go up!
Read on at sfrecpark.orgUpcoming Job Fairs related to Buchanan Street Mall Renovations
As part of the Park Improvement Equity Action Initiative, SF Rec and Park is working with partner organization Success Centers to connect Fillmore community members with current and upcoming job opportunities. We have two scheduled…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgPrecita Park Restroom Project | Planning begins for a new restroom at Precita Park
We are excited to announce that we are moving forward with the planning effort to install a new prefabricated restroom at Precita Park. Rec and Park staff recently attended the…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced | Trail work begins on Skyline Blvd | Trail closure + pedestrian detour thru late June
Construction work has begun along Skyline Blvd. The trail along Skyline Blvd will be closed now through late June. Pedestrians are advised to follow the marked detour route through Harding Golf Course…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRandolph Bright Mini Park Children’s Play Improvements | Take the project survey! Open until June 14
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our community meeting on May 11! Members of the community stopped by to meet the team, review image boards for the future Nature Exploration Area (NEA), ask questions, and offer…
Read on at sfrecpark.org11th and Natoma Park | SF Art Commission’s Civic Design Review on May 20, 2 PM
The 11th and Natoma Park project is scheduled to be presented at the SF Arts Commission’s Civic Design Review on May 20th at 2 PM. There will be an opportunity for public comment following the presentation. Meeting information can be…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgRandolph Bright Mini Park Children’s Play Improvements | Visit our table this Saturday, May 11, 9-11
Reminder! Please join us as we kick-off planning for Randolph and Bright Mini Park Improvements. RPD, in partnership with KABOOM!, will be making improvements, which will feature a new children’s Nature Exploration Area (NEA), paved areas, seating, and…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgLake Merced | Construction begins tomorrow! Look for pedestrian detours
Construction work along Skyline Blvd begins tomorrow, Wednesday, May 8. The trail along Skyline Blvd will be closed through late June. Pedestrians are advised to follow the detour route through Harding Golf Course…
Read on at sfrecpark.orgGolden Gate Park - 9th and Lincoln Gateway | Construction update, May 2024
Construction has begun on the west side of the intersection, and everything has been going smoothly. Footings for the light poles have been installed, two new traffic lights have been erected, and progress on the masonry planter walls has…
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