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,, 3 JEAN SWEENEY OPEN SPACE PARK Creating Nature in the City Place Works prepared design development and construction documents for this unique 27-acre community park in the heart of Alameda. The design process built upon a masterplan developed by the City with input from residents. Place Works conducted community outreach with residents and stakeholders to ensure that the final project fulfilled their vision for the site. A phasing plan was developed separating construction and bidding of the park into four phases. The first phase of construction includes the Cross -Alameda Trail, a shaded Class I bike trail which runs along the northern edge of Jean Sweeney Open Space Park. The second phase of construction includes the eastern end of the Park, with a large nature playground, great lawn, picnic pavilion, parking lot and stormwater treatment planting. The park incorporates elements from the site's previous use by the Beltline Railway, including a historic train shelter and interpretive signage about Jean Sweeney's legacy as an open space advocate. The nature play area incorporates natural elements, such as boulders and logs repurposed from City tree maintenance, with playground equipment to create a unique and memorable play experience for both young children and older youth. The third and fourth phases of the park will expand the park by adding, a large community garden, demonstration orchards, a bicycle skills course, habitat planting areas, and hiking trails with ongoing opportunities for outdoor education and nature -watching. A-62 Location Alameda, California Size 27 acres, t Mile of Trail Client City of Alameda Date Completed Phase I and II complete Construction Cost $3 Million Phase I Trail, $3.8 Million Phase 11 Park Services Provided Landscape Architecture, Open Space Planning and Design, Construction Documents, Community Garden Design ® PLACEWORKS