King Park Renovation
King Park is getting a makeover!
On November 1, 2022, Robert J. King Park on 4205 Gallatin Street closed for a major renovation. Work includes improved stormwater management, replacement of the playground structures, updated landscaping, and a restored pavilion area. The park is expected to reopen in 2024.
Phases
Final design and construction
Based on the feedback from community members this spring, a final park design was developed and shared with City Council on September 18, 2023.
View the September 18 presentation to City Council
The final playground plan and equipment purchase were approved at the December 4, 2023 City Council Meeting.
View the full set of playground renderings
PLEASE NOTE: The playground renderings are a reflection of the playground equipment only. The landscaping, pavilion and picnic areas noted in the final park plan are not included in the rendering.
June 2024 UPDATE
Environmental remediation and identification of underground utilities is complete and the installation of the playground structure has begun! Once the playground is complete work can begin on paving and landscaping. The park will remain closed until the landscaping is complete.
July 2024 UPDATE
The new playground equipment has been installed! Paving and landscaping work are underway. There was a slight delay in this timeline to allow for regrading of the paved areas for better stormwater management.
August 2024 UPDATE
The paving of the new walkway is almost complete. Installation of new trees and native plantings will follow.
September 2024 UPDATE
The walkway and sod installation are complete, but a period of very dry weather followed by a period of very wet weather has delayed the final plantings. Upcoming work includes stump grinding and native plantings. Currently the contractor estimates a completion in October, weather pending.
October 2024 UPDATE
The park is complete! Visit and enjoy King Park’s new reading garden, nature-inspired playground, and picnic area. Thank you everyone who provided feedback in the design process. We hope you enjoy the new look! NOW OPEN at 4205 Gallatin Street!
