10/12 UPDATES: Construction began today!
As promised, phase 1 construction began right after Harvest Fest. This phase includes laying the path, installing a water service, earthwork, and fencing. Weather permitting, we hope to complete this phase by end of November.
Community Engagement Process
At the end of this summer we shared results from the community engagement process facilitated with Borderless Studio and NeighborSpace, made possible with aldermanic support and city funding (Open Space Impact Fees – OSIF). We shared information during our Market, with the Pilsen Latina Legacies engagements, and Harvest Fest. We also posted information on-site.
Join us on Saturday, September 20 from 10:30–11:30 AM at El Paseo Community Garden for a drop‑in Lawn Expansion Informational Booth.
Learn about the latest on the North Lawn Expansion to improve the dog run, nature play area, community stage, fitness zone, and circulation upgrades. Staff will be available to walk neighbors through the updated design, answer questions, and share the construction timeline. We’ll also have the updated documents and plans available for a first look, so you can see exactly what’s coming to the garden.
As part of site preparation, the dog run will be taken down on September 25, and Phase 1 construction begins in October. Stop by to get the latest updates and understand how these changes will support long‑term community use, safety, and programming.
🌼 Other Sunday Community Day Happenings
- Dog Fashion Parade at 12 pm
- U‑Pick Farmstand (sliding‑scale veggies and more)
- Community Market (10–2 PM)
- Stewardship Sundays: Community Volunteer Days (10-1pm)
Feel free to explore or support these initiatives before or after your event.
