Salt Lake City

Public Lands Department

publiclands@slcgov.com

Jefferson Park

Project Description

In mid-2023, Public Lands began a playground replacement project at Jefferson Park. In addition, a constituent CIP funding application was funded to install a lighted pathway along the perimeter of the park as well as several other smaller amenities.

Jefferson Park was also selected as one of the Reimagine Neighborhood Parks to receive funding from the Parks, Trails, & Open Space General Obligation Bond (GO Bond), approved in November 2022. Neighborhood parks funded by the GO Bond aim to invest and activate underutilized parks to increase access to green spaces and quality parks. The vision and desired usage of the park will be guided by the input we collect when we conduct community engagement. The completed project will feature new and improved amenities that are prioritized by residents and celebrate the community this park serves.

Project Details

Project Location

1084 S W Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Project Manager

Makaylah Maponga

Email

makaylah.maponga@slcgov.com

Project Status

Preparing for Playground Install

Planning for other funded projects

Community Engagement

How to Participate

SLC Public Lands will provide in-person and online opportunities for people to provide comments on the future of the park. Stay tuned for more updates and to learn how to get involved!

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Project Updates

March 2024 – Jefferson Park playground has been temporarily closed due to safety concerns around the flooring. The flooring will be repaired and the playground will re-open in the coming weeks.

Based on community feedback, Public Lands is moving forward with replacement of the playground while other projects remain in a planning phase. Playground installation is anticipated for early summer 2024.

Upcoming Public Engagement Events

Event NameTimeDateLocation
Ballpark Bites5pm – 8pmEvery Wednesday,
May 1st – June 26th 2024
Jefferson Park

Project Timeline

Complete playground Installation

First Public Input Opportunity: Identify the Public’s values and vision for the project.

Evaluate Public Feedback.

Develop Concept Designs.

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Second Public Input Opportunity: Showcase concept plans for public evaluation and feedback.

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Project Design & Document Review.

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Contractor Bidding & Selection.

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Construction.