Current Projects

Engaging the Black Community in Planning

In an effort to build trust, be accountable for the past, and create inclusive and welcoming parks that address issues of inequity, the City of Eugene is collaborating with Black community members to design improvements to Mattie Reynolds Park, Martin Luther King Jr. Park, and Alton Baker Park.

Amazon Prairie Mitigation Bank

In the summer of 2021, Eugene broke ground on its newest wetland mitigation bank, Amazon Prairie, west of the Eugene Airport. This first phase involved earthwork, seeding, and planting on over 140 acres of former ryegrass field. In 2022, we continued restoration efforts through seeding and planting of more native species and monitoring success of our efforts. Over the next several years and in two phases, Eugene intends to restore a 320-acre matrix of wetland, upland prairie, and riparian habitat.

Delta Ponds Loop Trail

The Delta Ponds Loop Trail Project completes the last segment needed for a barrier-free one and a half mile loop trail around Delta Ponds. Construction is scheduled to begin in July 2023 and should be complete before the end of the year.

Lincoln School Park Renovation

This tiny pocket park packs a variety of recreational opportunities into a small site. This park is located on 12th Avenue near the county fairgrounds. As a result of fluctuating construction markets and bid prices we are looking at options to make our projects more flexible and to attract more contractors to submit competitive bids on our projects. This project has been delayed with expected completion in late 2023.

Mattie Reynolds Park

This 5.25-acre park located in the Churchill neighborhood will be the first newly developed park in the southwest region in over 15 years. Public engagement and design planning will go through 2024 and construction is expected to begin in 2025.

Martin Luther King Jr Park

This small, less than 1-acre urban park is tucked into the Far West neighborhood. It was constructed in 1982 with Community Development Block Grant Funds. Public engagement and design planning will go through 2023 with construction expected in 2024.

Moon Mountain Site Restoration

Riverfront Park Plaza

Plaza design will be completed in 2023, with one year of construction anticipated to begin in Spring of 2024. When the riverfront property is fully developed, the one-acre park plaza will be nestled between multi-family housing buildings and a restaurant.

Santa Clara Park Master Plan

With a master plan finalized, the development for this 35-acre park will begin in 2023. Development will include a large playground, restroom, walking trails, lawn, and places for community gatherings. A recent $528,000 grant will go toward supporting construction of the soft-surface walking trails and the bike/pedestrian path connectivity through the park. Construction is anticipated for the summer of 2023 with the park opening in 2024.

Scobert Gardens Park Renovation

The 1.2 acre Scobert Gardens Park was created in 1983 with a Community Development Block Grant, along with many hours of volunteer labor and energy. The park is located in the Whiteaker neighborhood at 1180 W. 4th Street.

Striker Field Park Development

This eight-acre park will include a large playground, basketball court, pickleball, pétanque, restrooms, picnic shelter, walking paths and space for community gatherings. Construction is in progress with the park opening planned for mid-2023.

Suzanne Arlie Park Development

Suzanne Arlie Park is the largest park in Eugene's system, consisting of 515 acres in southeast Eugene. The master plan has been completed and includes a network of interconnected trails for nature-based recreation, disc golf, programmed group-camping, a mountain bike skills park, and habitat conservation and restoration efforts which are already underway. The first phase of park development is bond funded and will include habitat enhancements, an extension of the Ridgeline trail and mountain bike trails. Construction is expected to begin in 2024.

University Park Renovation

Planning is underway for the renovation of University Park. University Park, purchased in 1944, is located at the intersection of East 24th Avenue and University Street. The 2.81 acre park is often busy with activity, and includes a ball field, shelter, restroom, and performance space.

Additional 2018 Bond Projects

Additional 2018 bond funded projects in progress. View all projects on an interactive map.