Seattle Parks and Recreation(SPR) is pleased to announce construction for the A.B. Ernst Park addition begins in July. We anticipate completing the project in spring 2027. A.B. Earnst Park is located in Fremont at 719 N 35th St. adjacent to the Fremont branch library. SPR acquired the vacant lot immediately west of A.B. Ernst Park in 2010 to expand the park and provide the neighborhood with additional… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), in partnership with the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), will begin the first phase of construction on three new Lake Washington Blvd Swing Gates starting June 9. The work will begin at Mt. Baker Beach and move south to S. Horton St, and then 43rd… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is closing the basketball court and area around the court at Hubbard Homestead Park on Monday, June 1, 2026 for construction of a new sports court. The contractor, LW Sundstrom, anticipates the project will be complete by late July 2026. SPR worked with One Roof… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) contracted with Queen City Sheet Metal & Roofing Inc. to repair the roofs on Building #2 and Building #138 at Magnuson Park. The roof work on Building #138 is in progress, with repair work needed to the underside of the building to commence on Monday,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to learn about the upcoming restroom replacement project at Genesee Playfield. Please join us on Saturday, June 6, 10:30 am-12 pm at Genesee Playfield, 4316 S Genesee St, Seattle, WA 98118, just off the parking lot near the restroom. This event is an opportunity to meet the team and learn more about the project scope and schedule. … [ Keep reading ]
Construction begins in June Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) and our partners, the Arboretum Foundation and University of Washington Botanic Gardens, are excited to announce the beginning of Phase 1 construction for the Washington Park Arboretum Waterfront Trail restoration project. SPR has contracted with Redside Construction, who will mobilize at the site by June 2026. We anticipate opening Phase 1 of the project in early 2027. Phase 1 construction will focus on the Foster Island section… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is happy to announce we have awarded the construction contract for the Magnuson Park Junior League Play Area and Restroom project to Good News Group Inc. This contractor will mobilize on Wednesday, May 20, and close the play area in preparation for construction. We anticipate… [ Keep reading ]
Featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music, food, and more Seatle Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with Seattle Parks Foundation, invites the community to celebrate the grand reopening of Westlake Park! Please join us on Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 401 Pine Street in Seattle from 5 pm to 6:30 pm for a ribbon-cutting ceremony,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is hosting an Open House to share an update on the Morgan Junction Park Expansion Schematic Design. Join us on May 13, 2026 from 6 to 7:30 pm, at The Kenney, 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW in West Seattle. The Open House will provide an opportunity for community members to view the updated schematic design, connect with the project team and learn more about the… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) invites the community to learn about improvements coming to West Queen Anne Playfield. Please join us at one of the following outreach events to learn about the improvements, meet the design team, and provide feedback. The West Queen Anne athletic fields serve as a hub for sports activities, including baseball, softball, and soccer. The improvements include a major upgrade with… [ Keep reading ]
