Summary
The long-planned Old Town park is finally moving to construction — two parcels will become one connected park with playground, fitness areas, lawn, and event plaza. Groundbreaking is expected within weeks and ribbon cutting in early 2027.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
$3.295 million construction contract with a $3.79 million total construction budget, plus equipment purchases and a budget amendment.
Old Town families, kids, and small businesses who get a new community park and promised construction-phase communication.
Nearby residents and Linden Avenue businesses may face temporary construction disruption, which staff says will be mitigated with advance notices.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Special City Council — August 19, 2026
Parking Place Commissioner Dana Abarca discussed garage utilization, better signage from Highway 101, meter timing, and whether the new downtown park should have free spaces for families with strollers.
City Council — April 8, 2026
The long-planned Old Town park is finally moving to construction — two parcels will become one connected park with playground, fitness areas, lawn, and event plaza. Groundbreaking is expected within weeks and ribbon cutting in early 2027.
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