Status of Parks and Grounds |
This page lists the status of any renovations and construction work affecting our parks and grounds. |
Location | Status |
Meade Park | April - May, 2003: Playground equipment is being renovated. |
Ivy Creek Natural Area | Autumn, 2002: As part of the long-term
plan by
the Rivanna Water and Sewer
Authority to deal with future water needs, proposals are
being considered for raising the water level of local reservoirs,
including the Ragged Mountain
Natural Area. |
All parks | November 18, 2002: City Council lifts water restrictions as a result of recent rainfall. |
Meade
Park Belmont Park |
Fall, 2002: Playground equipment at Meade Park is scheduled for replacement and additional equipment is scheduled for installation at Belmont Park |
All parks | September 25, 2002: As a result of central Virginia's ongoing drought, Water Conservation measures are in effect -- restrooms in all City parks will be CLOSED in an effort to conserve water. Port-a-johns are available for those visiting the parks. |
Pen Park | Summer, 2002: Shelters renovated for lights and electrical outlets |
Washington Park | Summer, 2002: Bog Garden built in lower level |
Darden Towe | November, 2001: Fenced off-leash dog area created east of picnic shelter (dogs must be on leash in rest of park) |
Rivanna Greenbelt | July 23 - 26, 2001: Trail closed for repairs |
Washington Park | New playground area in lower level: drainage repair |
Jordan Park | May 2001: Playground being renovated |
Northeast Park | May 2001: Playground being renovated |
Jackson-Via
Elementary School
|
Spring 2001: Installation of a new playground piece designed specifically for K - 2nd grade students. It replaces the old structure that was removed for safety reasons. |
Clark Elementary School | Spring 2001: renovations to grounds; Phase I will include new playground equipment on the lower field as well as a new fitness track. |
Revised 5/11/03 by Stowe
Keller