Playground Maintenance Projects Begin October 28

Starting on Monday, October 28, several parks throughout the City of Fremont will be closed starting Monday,  October 28 to undergo a maintenance to improve playground surfacing.  During this time, the following playgrounds will be fenced off and closed to the public: Aqua Caliente Park, Gomes Park, Lone Tree Park, Peregrine Park, Sabercat Playground in Central Park, Warm Springs Community Park, and Westridge Park. The playgrounds will re-open in approximately one week. 

Central Park Maintenance Projects Begin September 30

Starting on Monday, September 30, Central Park will undergo two important maintenance improvement projects. Precision Concrete Cutting (PPC) will be implementing an improved pathways project around the lake to enhance walkability. The work is scheduled for 2 weeks on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. In addition, the Kennedy Playground will be closed for a maintenance replacement project for the rope climber. Both projects are expected to be completed in approximately two weeks.

*UPDATE: Project at Kennedy Playground delayed an additional 2-3 weeks. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Vallejo Mill Historical Park Update

On July 18, 2023, the Fremont City Council authorized the reconstruction plan for Vallejo Mill Historical Park. The upcoming site development improvements include the addition of a dog park in a natural setting with existing trees, bark mulch surfacing, four feet high fencing, and park user and maintenance access gates and entry areas. The plan also includes four new pickleball courts including a sports court and parking lot pathway lighting. New parking will include ADA accessible stalls and provisions for future electric vehicle chargers. The park is scheduled to close on January 18, 2024 and will be completed by summer 2024 barring unforeseen conditions and weather delays.

The City is working on a comprehensive transition plan to assist unhoused community members currently sleeping in tents and vehicles within the park. The plan includes outreach, connection to intensive supportive services, temporary shelter placements, and stable housing options. These efforts began in September, and City staff is visiting the park on a weekly basis to meet with those who live there to better understand their needs.

Tentative Timeline of Activities

September 2023 – November 2023:

• Weekly debris and unsecured property removal by City of Fremont Environmental Services Division and ongoing vehicle assessment to remove inoperable vehicles.
• Weekly outreach and relocation support visits to unhoused individuals.

November 2023:

• November 1, 2023: Fencing installed around the perimeter. Park remains open to the public.
• November 14, 2023: City Council meeting to award construction contract.

2024 – 2025: 

• January 11, 2024: Section 1 of park fully fenced off and closed to the public. 
• January 18, 2024: Full park closure (Section 2). No public access. 
• January 19, 2024: Environmental Review Process Begins – construction date will be determined once Environmental Review Process concludes.

More Information:

Park Planning:

Relocation Efforts: 

For more information, contact our Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5799. 

This page was last updated October 18, 2024. Click here for upcoming/current design projects.

 Please note: these are past updates.

Playground Resurfacing Project at Frank Fisher & Irvington Park 

The playground at Frank Fisher & Irvington Parks will be closed starting Monday, September 16 to undergo a playground re-surfacing project. The playgrounds will re-open in approximately two weeks.

Quarterly Maintenance at Central Park Dog Park

The Central Park Large and Small Dog Park Areas will be closed for quarterly maintenance February 27-29. The Dog Park will reopen on Friday, March 1, 2024.

Tasks include: deep steam cleaning, maintaining shrubs/trees, and disinfecting the turf, structures, fixtures, and drinking fountains.

For more information, contact our Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5799.

Side Walk Repairs in Central Park

Starting Monday, February 12, Silicon Valley Paving will improve the concrete pathways around Central Park under a contract with the City of Fremont. This project is designed to improve walkability and access of the sidewalks and spans approximately 1-2 weeks. Work will be completed on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Construction Inquiries: Matt Slyngstad from Silicon Valley Paving at matthew@svppinc.com

For additional information, contact the Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5799.

Playground Re-Surfacing Project at Karl Nordvik Park

The playground at Nordvik Park will be closed starting Monday, December 4, 2023 to undergo a playground re-surfacing project. The park is located in north Fremont on Commerce Drive.  The playground will re-open in approximately two weeks. We apologize for the inconvenience. Your support and patience are greatly appreciated
For further information, please contact our Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5799.

Playgrounds Closed 

Crandall Creek and Brookvale Park playgrounds are closed until Friday, October 13, 2023 for surfacing repairs. 

Lowry Park playground will be closed starting October 23 for a resurfacing project.

Quarterly Maintenance at Central Park Dog Park

The Central Park Large and Small Dog Park Areas will be closed for quarterly maintenance October 24-26. The Dog Park will reopen on Friday, October 26.

Tasks include: deep steam cleaning, maintaining shrubs/trees, and disinfecting the turf, structures, fixtures, and drinking fountains.

For more information, contact our Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5700.

Central Park Pathway Improvement Project

Starting Thursday, September 7, Precision Concrete Cutting (PPC) will perform limited pathway trip hazard repair maintenance work under contract with the City of Fremont. This project is designed to improve walkability and access of the sidewalks and spans approximately 2-3 weeks. Work will be completed on weekdays from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  View the repair locations on the map. 

For trip hazards under 2 inches in height, PCC will repair the sidewalk through horizontal saw cutting. Once a trip hazard within the correct parameters are identified, saw cutting typically takes 20-30 minutes. This project will make the pathways safer, easier to walk and maintain. We appreciate your patience during this critical infrastructure maintenance work.

For construction inquiries, contact Joseph Ortega with Precision Concrete Cutting at 650-576-4303. 
For more information, contact the Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5799. 

Fremont Tennis Center

Pickleball courts coming soon to court #6 at the Fremont Tennis Center. Courts 4, 5, & 6 will remain closed through Monday, September 11, 2023 to allow the curing of resurfacing product to complete. For questions, call (510) 494-4372 or send an email. 

Sylvester Harvey Community Park

The public restrooms has been closed starting September 12 due to maintenance. The work is expected to be completed in a week. We are working diligently to resolve this matter and appreciate your understanding.

Rix Park

Parts of Rix Neighborhood Park was closed starting on Monday, April 3, 2023. The project is expected to be completed by August 2023. Areas of work include the demolition of the old basketball court, installation of two half-size basketball courts, modification of irrigation and turf, addition of new concrete sidewalk, and more. The park is located in South Fremont, work itself will occur on the Seneca Park Loop side of this long linear park. Click for project updates.

Mission San Jose Community Park

The public restrooms at Mission San Jose Community Park will be closed August 29-31, 2023 due to maintenance. We are working diligently to resolve this matter and appreciate your understanding.