Florida Avenue Park

OCTOBER
On October 14, 2025, the City Council formally accepted the Florida Avenue Park Project as complete, and authorized the filing of Notice of Completion with the San Mateo County Record’s Office. The completion of the project which transformed the site at 324 Florida Avenue into a vibrant new public space was warmly received and celebrated by the community at the parks opening in August.

The project began as a neighborhood-driven vision to remediate the site and create a park that reflects the character and needs of the surrounding community. Following years of planning, community engagement, and design refinements, construction officially began in late 2024. Throughout construction, the City worked closely with its project management and design teams to ensure that all aspects of the park were delivered to the highest standards of safety, quality, and sustainability. Several design enhancements were incorporated during the process to strengthen the park’s long-term performance, accessibility, and environmental efficiency.

With construction now complete, Florida Avenue Park stands as a welcoming neighborhood gathering place featuring modern amenities, new landscaping, improved pathways, and sustainable infrastructure. This milestone represents the successful conclusion of a multi-year effort to bring new recreational opportunities and open space to the community.

Florida Avenue Park is now open to the public, offering residents and visitors a beautiful new destination to enjoy for generations to come.
AUGUST

Forida Park Update: Nearing Completion

While Forida Park may appear complete at first glance—with its beautiful new landscaping, refreshed pathways, and modern amenities—we want to inform our community that a few final touches are still in progress. We’re almost there!

What’s Left to Complete:

The newly installed sod requires additional time to fully establish. Early foot traffic could damage the grass before it’s ready for regular use.
Minor finishing work is ongoing, including final irrigation adjustments and removal of any remaining construction materials.
Final safety inspections and amenity checks are being scheduled to ensure the park meets our quality and safety standards.

When Can You Enjoy the Park?
Very soon! We truly appreciate your patience and enthusiasm. Our crews are working diligently to complete these final steps so the park is safe, welcoming, and fully operational upon opening.

Thank you for your continued support of this exciting community space. We look forward to inviting you to our ribbon cutting and celebrating its grand opening with you soon! Please keep an eye out for the invitation which will be posted on social media and the City’s website.

In June, the Florida Park Project saw steady progress with the completion of pour-in-place rubber surfacing, stepping stone installation, and placement of interior pathway concrete. Irrigation and planting work advanced throughout the site, including the completion of gopher wire and sprinkler systems at the Great Lawn and installation of the solar irrigation controller and solar panel mast. Site furnishings such as heart-shaped benches and a new 108" box Coast Live Oak tree were installed, with surrounding plantings underway. Additional hardscape improvements began with formwork for remaining sidewalks, curbs, and gutters, while select concrete flags were removed in preparation for replacement. Once the concrete work is complete, installation of the new sod will begin.

The Florida park construction project made significant progress in May. Crews continued soil amendments and irrigation work, while additional sidewalks and decomposed granite pathways were placed near the entrance. Concrete footings for the swing set were installed, and site furnishings—including log benches, picnic tables, trash receptacles, and a bike rack—arrived. Playground fencing and play equipment footing for the 2-5 structure were set, and planting efforts began alongside drip line irrigation installation. Infrastructure developments included excavation for the irrigation control pedestal and mast footing, with forms completed for the irrigation controller and mast. Delivery and installation of unique heart-shaped seats added charm to the space, bringing the project closer to becoming a vibrant community park.

April witnessed significant advancements in the transformation of Florida Avenue Park, bringing its design closer to fruition. Key milestones included the completion of walkway paving and the irrigation in the first week followed by curb walls, equipment installation, and the central water fountain. Thoughtful attention was given to the landscape's structure with footing adjustments and boulder placements. Further enhancing the park's architectural integrity was the careful consideration of the ornamental metal fencing, the electrical elements of the project, and ongoing resolutions to project RFIs. Through diligent inspections, submittal reviews, and close collaboration with the City, the project team remains dedicated to crafting a space that will enrich the community for years to come.

In the month of March, the Florida Avenue Park Project reviewed and approved materials and features for the park's development, including color samples for the new special rubber surface and decided on the type of benches. Other work during this month included caulking for concrete areas. A proposal for a solar irrigation control system is currently under review after being. The City also addressed important questions related to the project to ensure precise construction, including matching the thickness of the existing asphalt and ensuring the proper installation of the entrance fencing.

The Florida Avenue Park Project progressed significantly in February 2025. Site development activities were substantially completed, encompassing grading, storm drain installation, and the commencement of concrete work for sidewalks and curbs. Ornamental and perimeter fencing installation advanced to near completion. While eleven rain days impacted the project schedule, work proceeded efficiently during suitable weather conditions. Key submittals, including those for the entryway features and landscape materials, received approval. Other submittals related to site furnishings and subsurface conditions underwent revisions or awaited final approval. Change orders, specifically those addressing the relocation of the irrigation backflow preventer (CO #4) and demolition of the existing adjacent fence (CO #5), were processed and approved without impacting the overall project timeline. Resolution of site-specific issues, including dewatering and coordination with adjacent properties, was achieved. Permitting for electrical work, following a period of clarification with the utility provider, was finalized. Despite weather-related delays, the project demonstrated consistent advancement throughout the month.

At the end of the first month of 2025, the City is please to bring this update on the Florida Avenue Park Project which has made significant progress with important RFIs that shaped the trajectory of the project in the month of January. Changes to the backflow device and drain inlet materials have been approved to meet project standards, and the grate color has been confirmed as gray or black. The reviews of the aggregate backfill validate its compliance with specifications, while it has been determined that a water meter is not necessary for this phase. Updates on the play and exercise equipment are ongoing to ensure safety and design alignment, and the bike racks will be securely anchored to concrete as instructed by the manufacturer.

Electrical plans are moving forward with approvals on conduit and labeling requirements, and a civil engineer will conduct further reviews on concrete installations. Approval has been granted for the electrical meter pedestal, while irrigation plans are being finalized. The heart-shaped concrete seating has received on-site color approval. Some additional details regarding hardware for the ornamental fence and gates are still required, but the color selection has been approved. Soil analysis results are pending confirmation, and the high early concrete and asphalt mixes have been approved for use. Revisions for the neighbor entry fence have been requested to ensure materials and installation details are correct.