The new community park in Eugene’s Santa Clara neighborhood is set to celebrate its grand opening this Saturday, July 18, after construction finished last year. The celebration was put off until now so the new amenities could be used in warmer weather.
Phase one of construction is complete and includes a playground, community gathering center and a spray-and-play area. There are new picnic tables, restrooms and parking to accommodate the new facilities as well.
Future plans include pickleball, basketball and sand volleyball courts alongside more community gathering spaces. Down the line, there are plans for a community center and pool facility, and if there is space they hope to add a dog park…