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Roanoke Parks and Recreation: Exciting Projects Ahead!
We’re thrilled to share some updates about the exciting projects we’re working on to build…
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As part of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan developed in 2019, a list of deferred maintenance priorities were identified. In early 2022, the department received a sum of $2.3 million to address these priorities. Below are projects slated to be addressed as part of this initiative with notes on each project’s progress. This information will be updated periodically so visitors can refer back. Keep in mind that the list below is specific to deferred maintenance priorities, and does not include the full scope of work done by the department. You can find additional information on recent park improvements here.
*Due to the nature of maintenance and construction projects, timelines change frequently and are dependent on many factors (supply chain delays, outside contractor availability, inflation, weather, etc.). Please keep this in mind and be patient as we tackle these and many other projects.
Update (July 18, 2022): The City of Roanoke’s Department of Parks and Recreation is set to invest an additional $2 million in the park system with an emphasis on deferred maintenance items. The items to be addressed with the additional funding can be found here, and have been added to the comprehensive list below.
Playgrounds
Ten playgrounds have been replaced across the park system:
Belmont Park, Eastgate Park, Fishburn Park, Garden City Park, Raleigh Court Park, River’s Edge Park – South, Staunton Park, Strauss Park, Washington Park – Upper, West End Park
Athletic Facilities
Numerous athletic facility needs, including courts and fields, have been addressed:
Basketball: Horton Park, Huff Lane Park, Melrose Park, Morningside Park, Preston Park, Raleigh Court Park
In-Line Skate: Huff Lane Park
Field Improvements: Huff Lane Park, Fallon Park, River’s Edge Park, Wasena Park
Futsal: Thrasher Park
Tennis: Belmont*, Huff Lane Park, Raleigh Court Park*, Shrine Hill Park*
Pickleball: Fallon Park
*Indicates tennis courts that were updated to include pickleball lines
Greenway Improvements
Updates to our greenway network have included projects to repair pavement, build kiosks, add benches and water fountains, update mile markers and trailhead signage, and utility work.
Deferred Maintenance Project Tracking
updated 3/14/2024
Completed Projects
Northwest
Horton Park
- Basketball Courts – Project Completed
Huff Lane Park
- Athletic Field Bleachers – Project Completed
- Athletic Field Fencing – Project Completed
- In-Line Skate Rink – Project Completed
- Basketball Court – Project Completed
Tennis Court – Project Completed
McCadden Park
- Picnic Shelter Lighting – Project Completed
Lick Run Greenway
- Pavement Repair – Project Completed
Melrose Park
- Basketball Court – Project Completed
Staunton Park
- Playground – Project Completed
Strauss Park
- Playground – Project Completed
Washington Park
- Playground (Upper) – Project Completed
- Basketball Court Guardrail (Upper) – Project Completed
Northeast
Eastgate Park
- Parking Lot – Project Completed
- Playground – Project Completed
- Accessible Path to Playground – Project Completed
Thrasher Park
- Tennis Courts (converted to Futsal) – Project Completed
Preston Park
- Basketball Court Resurfacing – Project Completed
Southeast
Belmont Park
- Playground – Project Completed
- Tennis Courts – Project Completed
- Stair/Retaining Wall Repair – Project Completed
- Accessible Path to Playground – Project Completed
Fallon Park
- Tennis Courts (converted to Pickleball) – Project Completed
- Athletic Field Fencing – Project Completed
- Repave/Stripe Roadway – Project Completed
Garden City Greenway
- Mile Markers – Project Completed
- Kiosks – Project Completed
- Benches – Project Completed
- Water Fountains – Project Completed
- Sidewalk to Garden City Recreation Center – Project Completed
- Utility Pole Removal – Project Completed
Garden City Park
- Playground – Project Completed
Mill Mountain Park
- Timber Guardrail along road – Project Completed
- Accessible Bench Pads – Project Completed
Morningside Park
- Basketball Court – Project Completed
- Accessible Path to Community Garden – Project Completed
Southwest
Historic Fishburn Mansion
- Repave/Stripe Parking Lot – Project Completed
Fishburn Park
- Playground – Project Completed
Raleigh Court Park
- Playground – Project Completed
- Basketball Court Resurfacing – Project Completed
- Tennis Courts – Project Completed
River’s Edge Park – South
- Playground – Project Completed
- Athletic Field Fencing – Project Completed
- Athletic Field Turf and Infield – Project Completed
Shrine Hill Park
- Tennis Courts – Project Completed
Wasena Park
- Parking Lot – Project Completed
- Athletic Field Bleachers – Project Completed
- Athletic Field Fencing – Project Completed
- Parking Lot Guardrail – Project Completed
West End Park
- Playground – Project Completed
Remaining Projects
Northwest
Lick Run Greenway
- Enhanced Signage and Paint – Work in Progress
Southeast
Fallon Park
- Athletic Field Turf – Work not yet started
Garden City Greenway
- Painted Trail – Work In Progress
- Crosswalk – Work In Progress
Mill Mountain Park
- Invasive Species Removal – Work in Progress
Morningside Park
- Guardrail – Work in Progress
Southwest
Historic Fishburn Mansion
- Exterior building repair – Work not yet started
Freedom Plaza
- Landscaping Replacement – Work not yet started
River’s Edge Park – South
- Athletic Field Scoreboards – Work in Progress
Various Parks
- Park Entry Signage – Work In Progress
Roanoke River Greenway
- Landscaping Improvements – Work not yet started
