2022 Southside Parks Engagement

  • Project typeEngagement
  • Project valueClose to $1 million dollars of upcoming projects
  • Project scheduleEngagement was conducted October - November 2022

The Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs hosted three public input sessions to seek ideas for future Southside parks improvements. With close to 1 million dollars of project opportunities, the department reached out for community input to assist with the planning process. Each session included informational boards designed for the public to review and interact with. Staff from the Parks’ Planning & Development were onsite to answer questions.

    The department sought ideas and suggestions for projects with current allocated funding including:

    Projects Identified

    Proposed park projects will include:

    • Playground upgrades at Baker Playlot for ages 5-12, located at 213 Baker Ave, 13205
    • Playground enhancements at the Southwest Community Center, located at 401 South Ave, 13204
    • Playground additions at Spirit of Jubilee Park, located at 201 South Ave, 13204
    • A new picnic pavilion will be erected at McKinley Park, located at 351 W. Newell Street, 13205
    • New sidewalks around the perimeter of Danforth Park, located at 230 E. Kennedy Street, 13205
    • A Veterans memorial in Kirk Park, located at 439 Kirk Ave, 13205

    All projects are expected to be completed by fall 2024, based on weather and contractor availability. 

    Stay tuned for details at a later date on the following projects:

    Other Sites Discussed

    Additionally, the department is also sought ideas and suggestions on other Southside parks including:

    • Baker Playlot
    • Danforth Park
    • Dunbar Park
    • Elmwood Park
    • Furman Park
    • Libba Cotten Park
    • McKinley Park
    • Meachem Park
    • Wadsworth Park 

    Photo Gallery

    Baker Playlot Rendering

    Baker Playlot Rendering

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    Danforth Park Sidewalk Rendering

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    Kirk Pak Veterans Memorial Ideas

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    McKinley Park Pavilion Rendering

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    Southwest Community Center Playground Rendering

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    Spirit of Jubilee Playground Rendering

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    Contact details

    Parks Planning & Development
    315-473-4330
    Parksplanning@syr.gov

    Public Collaboration

    Public was invited to collaborate in person.

    Collaboration Period:

    • Tuesday, October 25 from 5 to 7 p.m.  
       Dunbar Community Center
      1453 S. State Street, 13205
      Onsite parking is available.
    • Wednesday, November 9 from 5 to 7 p.m.
      Southside Innovation Center
      2610 S. Salina Street, 13205
      Onsite parking is available.
    • Thursday, November 10 from 12 to 2 p.m.
      Seals Community Center at Kirk Park
      300 W. Borden Ave, 13205
      Onsite parking is available.

     

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    Share your ideas and feedback on the Southside parks HERE.

     

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