https://concordbonds.com RSS feeds for Concord Bonds 60 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/27/March-2026-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=27 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=27&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/27/March-2026-Update Crews continue to make great progress at Caldwell Park, J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park, and the Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields! At Marvin Caldwell Park, crews installed additional sidewalks and curbing throughout the park. The fence posts along the baseball field is being installed and the contractor poured the slab and stairs for the Robert Mathis Amphitheater. Next, crews will finish installing the curbing along the playground and basketball court areas and build the retaining wall at the Amphitheater. Marvin Caldwell Park is still on track to open this summer. Pictured above: Caldwell Park's newly paved parking lot and basketball courts. Crews at J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park completed the waterline tap installation this month. Contractors continue to work on the Park’s mass grading and water drainage system installation. Crews will continue working on retaining walls throughout the park. These walls stabilize areas of uneven ground, allowing us to maximize the available ground space at the new park. J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park is still on schedule to open next summer. Pictured above: storm drainage system installation at Ramseur Park The turf field is being installed at the Academy-Gibson Fields, making a big visual impact on how much progress has been made so far. Contractors installed the artificial turf on Webb Field and are wrapping up the centerfield logo and line-work. The roofing of the bathroom and storage facilities, and the foundation for the new dugouts is complete. Pictured above: artificial turf installation at the Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields. The next project that will go out to bid and begin construction is David Phillips Park. We anticipate construction beginning this summer and taking approximately 12 months to complete. Final design plans for the Academy-Gibson Skate Park, Pump Track, and Sculpture Garden should be completed this summer, followed by the Poplar Tent Trailhead Park, Hartsell Park, and Wilson Street Park. Megan Redford Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:46:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:27 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/26/February-2026-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=26 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=26&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/26/February-2026-Update Since last month’s update, all buildings at Marvin Caldwell Park have been built – including the covered basketball court, restroom facility, amphitheater, and the Optimist Shelter. Crews are now beginning to paint and install the interior fittings. The splashpad has been poured and the main parking lot curbing has to be installed and the tennis court parking lot has been paved. Caldwell Park is still on schedule to open this summer and will be home to the City’s first splash pad. At J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park, storm drain installation is still underway and crews have started installing the park’s water system. Crews have begun construction on the retention system that will manage water runoff near the parking lot. J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park, the City’s first park in the northwest, is still on schedule to open next summer. At the Academy-Gibson Fields, crews have competed the installation of the sub-turf drainage system and are gearing up to install the turf field once it’s delivered in early March. Plumbing and electrical work is complete in the storage and restroom facilities and the foundations for both buildings will be poured soon. Crews are beginning to install the border curb and fencing construction is underway. This project is still on track to be completed this fall.   The David Phillips Park is still on track to be our next project that goes out to bid, followed by the Academy-Gibson Skatepark, Pump Track, and Sculpture Garden. The Poplar Tent Trailhead Park, Hartsell Park, and Wilson Street Park are still in the design phase.  Each month during City Council's regular meeting, Parks and Recreation staff provide a full update on the status of all Parks & Rec Bond projects. Tune in here at the 18 minute mark for the full presentation from the February meeting. Megan Redford Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:06:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:26 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/25/January-2026-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=25 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=25&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/25/January-2026-Update Construction Continues At Caldwell Park, Ramseur Park, and the Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields! At Caldwell park, crews have been busy framing the amphitheater, covered basketball courts, and the restroom facility. The band shell style of the amphitheater roof is also featured on the restroom facility, giving the park a cohesive look. Crews started plumbing work within the restroom facility and laid the footings for the splash pad area. Crews at Ramseur Park have been busy completing mainline sewer work and beginning installation on the stormwater underground detention cells.  The detention cells will be installed underneath the parking lot area of the new park to temporarily store large volumes of rainwater and release it slowly to prevent flooding and erosion. You can see the size of the large yellow detention cells beside the Conex container in the picture below– they’re massive! To date, over 52,000 cubic yards of fill dirt was brought in and installed at the new park to level the site during the mass grading phase of the project. Underground detention cells that will be installed underneath the parking lot at Ramsuer Park will provide stormwater runoff prevention. Construction continues at the Academy-Gibson athletic fields as crews work on the subbase and drainage system for the new turf field. Renovations at the existing buildings at McAllister and Gibson Fields continues and the footers have been laid for the new storage building at Webb field. City staff are working on the final permitting for the David Phillips Park and plan to take that project out to bid in late Winter. Final designs for the Academy-Gibson Skate Park, Pump Track, and Sculpture Garden, Poplar Tent Trailhead Park, Hartsell Park, and Wilson Street Park are still underway. Each month during City Council's regular meeting, Parks and Recreation staff provide a full update on the status of all Parks & Rec Bond projects. Tune in here at the 13 minute mark for the full presentation. Megan Redford Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:54:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:25 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/24/December-2025-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=24 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=24&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/24/December-2025-Update This month, work has continued at Marvin Caldwell Park and crews are now identifying the exact location of the Splash Pad equipment! The restroom footings were completed and construction has officially begun on the restroom facilities within the park. The parking lot expansion is underway, and the sub-base of the new basketball courts has been applied. At Ramsuer Park, a retaining wall is being constructed to help with stormwater runoff, curb and gutter work is underway in the new parking lot area, and a new water tap is being installed. The Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields have been completely graded, and the proof roll of the artificial turf field is being installed. Crews have paved the walking path near the newly installed playground at Gibson Field, enhancing the areas park-amenities. The next park anticipated to begin construction is Dave Phillips Park. Parks still in the design phase include the Academy-Gibson Skate Park, Pump Track, and Sculpture Garden, Hartsell Park, Poplar Tent Trailhead, and Wilson Street Park. We share monthly progress updates at every City Council meeting. Tune in to our December 11 City Council Meeting at the 1:19:21 mark for the full update. Megan Redford Wed, 17 Dec 2025 18:12:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:24 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/23/November-2025-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=23 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/23/November-2025-Update At Caldwell Park, footings have been poured for all and shelters and buildings and electrical and plumbing stub-ups are currently underway. Over the next month, weather permitting, crews will be paving asphalt trails and poring concrete sidewalks. Installation will begin for the sports lighting that and stone work will soon be underway on the basketball courts. Crews will soon begin the plumbing work needed for the future splash pad. At J.E. Jim Ramseur Park, mass grading is still underway and sanitary and sewer pipe is being installed. Over the next month, crews will continue this work and begin storm and sewer work in the main parking lot area of the future park. This project is still estimated to be completed in summer 2027. At Academy-Gibson Fields, grading and soil removal is underway at Webb field and crews are prepping the base for the artificial turf installation. Crew are also continuing to grade and prep the site of the new restroom and storage buildings and installing a new gate to the parking lot on Balllpark Circle. At Gibson fields, crews are prepping the surface of a new paved walking path to give the field a neighborhood park feel since the playground was recently added to that site as well Megan Redford Sat, 15 Nov 2025 21:11:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/22/Academy-Gibson-Fields-Groundbreaking#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=22 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/22/Academy-Gibson-Fields-Groundbreaking For more than 100 years, the Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields have been a place where community comes together to cheer on the hometown, and where dreams are made and friendships are formed.  On October 6, 2025, Mayor Dusch, members of Council, and City leadership, were joined by legendary Coach E.Z. Smith in officially breaking ground on planned field renovations. The ceremony marked the start of a new chapter and continued legacy - ensuring the Academy-Gibson fields remain a place where sports teams and families can make memories for another 100 years. As we look back in appreciation of our rich history born from Webb and Gibson fields, we’re excited for the many ways the bond renovations will enhance Our City, Our Parks, and Our Future. As part of our Parks & Rec GO Bond project, Webb Field will be getting an upgraded press box, new restroom facilities, and artificial turf. Megan Redford Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:37:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/21/September-2025-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=21 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/21/September-2025-Update To hear a full recap of the status of the Parks and Recreaction GO Bond projects, tune into the September 11, 2025 City Council meeting livestream and hear a presentation from the Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation beginning at the 41 minute mark.   Marvin Caldwell Park Construction is still underway. Contractors have completed the mass-grading portion of the project, as well as installed all needed storm drainage pipes. Crews are now working on smaller-scale grading and foundation work. The tennis building and restroom building renovations have kicked off and the parking lot construction is expected to begin this month. Marvin Caldwell Park is still expected to open Summer of 2026. Pictured below, crews installed a water line service tap at Marvin Caldwell Park. J.E. Jim Ramseur Park Tree clearing, building demolition, and grading are fully underway at the future home of the J.E. Jim Ramseur Park. Contractors have installed silt fencing and are beginning to install the sediment control ponds that will protect our local stormwater drainage system from contamination during the construction phase of the park building project. The J.E. Jim Ramseur Park is still anticipated to open in Summer 2027. Pictures below, crews continue clearing trees to make way for the new J.E. Jim Ramseur Park. Upcoming Projects The groundbreaking for the Academy-Gibson /fields project will be held on Monday, October 6 at Webb Field. Shortly after, construction will begin on that project. Projects still in the design phase include the Academy-Gibson Skate Park, Pump Track, and Sculpture Garden, David Phillips Park, Wilson Street Park, Hartsell Park, and the Poplar Tent Trailhead Park. Megan Redford Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:33:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/20/August-2025-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=20 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=20&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/20/August-2025-Update Marvin Caldwell Park Construction continue on Caldwell Park. The contractor continues to grade the area and work on underground infrastructure and utilities. Grading for paths and greenway areas has begun and foundations for structures are beginning to be laid. The project is still on track for a summer 2026 completion. Pictured below, crews install backflows and new waterlines at Caldwell Park.      J.E. Jim Ramseur Park The construction fencing was installed along the permitted of the work zone and construction is underway. The contractor is working to clear trees and debris from the site and beginning preliminary grading work. Installation of Stormwater and sediment control ponds. Pictured below is the progress made o nteh grading and clearing and J.E. Jim Ramseur Park. Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields During the August 14 City Council meeting, the Academy-Gibson Fields project was approved for bidding and work is expected to begin soon. Projects Still In Design David Phillips Park will be go out to bid next, expected to go before council in Fall 2025. Projects still in design are the Academy-Gibson Skate Park and Pump Track and Sculpture Garden, Hartsell Park, and Poplar Tent Trailhead Park.   You can learn more about all the GO Bond Park projects by tuning into the livestream of the August 14, 2025 City Council meeting, beginning at the 10 minute, 14 second mark. Megan Redford Tue, 19 Aug 2025 12:22:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:20 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/18/Stream-Bank-Work-Complete-at-Dorton-Park#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=18 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=18&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/18/Stream-Bank-Work-Complete-at-Dorton-Park On Wednesday July 23rd, the safety fencing was removed around the Coddle Creek streambank repair zone in the northwest section of Dorton Park. While the renovations for Dorton Park were completed earlier this spring, a portion of the Coddle Creek Greenway and disc golf course remained closed as work to repair the stream bank continued. Bank and blufftop damage to Coddle Creek in the park became more extensive over time, and repairs required special permitting from state and federal agencies which prolonged the completion of the stream bank work. Contractors have now compelted the additional work needed and the park, greenway, and disc golf course are now fully open for residents and visitors to enjoy.  This fall, trees will be planted throughout the park as the final step in the Dorton Park Bond Project.   Megan Redford Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:35:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:18 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/19/July-2025-Update#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=19 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=19&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/19/July-2025-Update Works is nearing completion on the Dorton Park stream bank restoration projet. This project restores and repairs the bank and blufftop damage to Coddle Creek that has been worsened overtime due to heavy storms and rainfall. Once complete, the greenway and disc golf course will be fully reopened.  At Caldwell Park, contractors are continuing to mass grade the site, install water lines, and continue with underground infrastructure work. This project is still on track to be completed summer 2026. At Ramsuer Park, construction has officially kicked off. Crews have installed a construction fence and are in the beginning stages of clearing the future park site. Next, we anticipate bidding to take place for the Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields and Dave Phillips Park. Pictured above, the Dorton Park's Streambank Restoration Project Pictured above, work continues at Caldwell Park Pictured above, clearing work begins at Ramseur Park   Megan Redford Sun, 13 Jul 2025 13:06:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:19 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/17/June-2025-Update-Work-Continues-At-Caldwell-Park#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=17 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=17&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/17/June-2025-Update-Work-Continues-At-Caldwell-Park Contract crews continue storm drainage work and grading at Caldwell Park. So far, the project schedule is still on track with the anticipated opening in Summer 2026. Pictured above, Caldwell Park Construction A Groundbreaking Ceremony was held on June 9 for the future J.E. "Jim" Ramseur Park. The notice to proceed with construction was given to the contractor, J.D. Goodrum, and work will soon begin on the new park. Construction is anticipated to take 2 years to compete, with a projected opening in Summer 2027. Pictured above, the J.E. "Jim" Ramseur Park Groundbreaking Cermony Next, bid documents will be prepared and bidding will begin for the Academy-Gibson Athletic Fields and the David Phillips Park projects. The Academy-Gibson Skate Park and Pump Track, as well as Hartsell Park, are still in the design phase. Our next Community Bond Update meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 25 at the Hartsell Recreation Center. Our Parks and Rec team will share more about our park designs, anticipated timemlines, upcoming park closures, and more! We hope to see you there.We’ll be sharing more about the progress we’re making on park designs, upcoming construction, park closures, and anticipated timelines. We hope to see you there!We’ll be sharing more about the progress we’re making on park designs, upcoming construction, park closures, and anticipated timelines. We hope to see you there! Megan Redford Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:27:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:17 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/16/Weve-Officially-Broken-Ground-on-the-New-JE-Jim-Ramseur-Park#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=16 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=16&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/16/Weve-Officially-Broken-Ground-on-the-New-JE-Jim-Ramseur-Park Members of the Ramseur Family joined City leaders to officially break ground on the new J.E. “Jim” Ramseur Park! This is the City’s first new park in 23 years and the first park in northwest Concord.   Named in honor of former Council Member Jim Ramseur, this park will serve residents in the fastest growing area of our city. As part of the Parks & Rec Bond package approved by voters in 2022, the new Ramseur Park will include a splash pad, six lighted pickleball courts, a small and large dog park, multiple playgrounds, open green space, three restroom facilities and six additional shelters.   Mr. Ramseur served the City of Concord for more than 30 years. His passion for our City’s history and vision for the future is reflected in many of the places residents love today. Mr. Ramseur was instrumental in helping the City strategically plan for its anticipated growth and recognized the need for more parks and greenways to enhance residents’ quality of life and better serve the growing population.   The new Ramseur Park is located on Cox Mill Road, behind Cox Mill Elementary School. Construction of the park will take about two years.   Mayor, City Council, City Leadership, and the Ramseur Family participated in a cermonial groundbreaking.   The late Mr. Ramseurs's wife and children joined us for the Groundbreaking of the new J.E. "Jim" Ramseur Park     Megan Redford Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:37:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:16 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/15/May-2025-Update-The-McInnis-Aquatics-Center-is-Almost-Ready-for-Pool-Season#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=15 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=15&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/15/May-2025-Update-The-McInnis-Aquatics-Center-is-Almost-Ready-for-Pool-Season The construction at the McInnis Aquatics Center is still on track to be completed before the summer swim season begins on Saturday, May 24. The concrete deck was poured and prepped and the new pool plaster was installed earler this month. The new walk-in feature looks great and will improve the pool's inclusivity, allowing individuals in wheelchairs the ability to enjoy our aquatics center. If you haven't already, visit the City's main website to learn more about our pool hours, swim lessons, and season passes. Construction nears completion at McInnis Aquatics Center Construction continues at Marvin Caldwell Park as they continue storm drain installation and mass grading. The contractor plans to begin building foundations next month. We're still on track to complete and re-open Marvin Caldwell Park in Summer 2026. Construction continues at Marvin Caldwell Park The next project set to begin is our newest park in the Western portion of our City - J.E. 'Jim' Ramseur Park. We will be hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for this project on June 9 at 2:00 P.M.   Megan Redford Tue, 20 May 2025 12:38:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:15 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/14/Dorton-Park-Has-Offically-Re-Opened#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=14 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=14&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/14/Dorton-Park-Has-Offically-Re-Opened On March 25, Mayor Dusch, members of Council, Team Concord, and special guests - Mr. James L. Dorton’s wife, Margaret, and daughter, Louise, gathered to celebrate the grand re-opening of Dorton Park! This marks our first completed Parks and Recreation Bond project! The renovations at Dorton Park included disc golf expansion, resurfacing of the tennis courts with added pickleball lines, expanded parking, field renovations, stream restoration, and two new pedestrian bridges. Improvements were also made to the restrooms and our county’s first-ever inclusive changing table was added thanks to our partnership with Willow's Wish Foundation, making our parks accessible for all to enjoy! Megan Redford Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:55:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:14 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/13/Work-at-Dorton-Park-is-Nearing-Completion#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=13 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=13&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/13/Work-at-Dorton-Park-is-Nearing-Completion The Dorton Park tennis courts, multi-purpose fields, shelters, and the parking lot expansion are all nearly complete and we’re still on track for a Spring reopening. Pictured above is a drone image of the nearly completed Dorton Park.   The Dorton Park tennis courts, multi-purpose fields, shelters, and the parking lot expansion are all nearly complete and we’re still on track for a Spring reopening. Construction still continues at the McInnes Aquatic Center and Caldwell Park. The construction fencing was installed, and stormwater work is currently underway. Design work continues for the athletic fields, skatepark, pump track, and sculpture garden at Academy-Gibson, Hartsell Park, and Poplar Tent Park. The next project that will go before City Council for approval is the future J.E. Jim Ramseur Park. Last week, the City of Concord Fire Department conducted a live-burn training at a structure on the site that needed to be cleared. Megan Redford Tue, 18 Feb 2025 14:04:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:13 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/12/Construction-Continues-At-Dorton-Park-Caldwell-Park#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=12 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=12&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/12/Construction-Continues-At-Dorton-Park-Caldwell-Park Work is continuing at Dorton and Caldwell Park and the renovations at the McInnis Aquatic Center are making progress! During the January City Council meeting, our Parks and Rec staff shared an update on all the bond projects. You can view the meeting here. Dorton Park As construction nears the final stages, we're still on track for an April 2025 reopening for Dorton Park. The Afton Run stream restoration, tennis courts, multi-purpose field, shelters, restroom expansion, greenways, and the parking lot expansion are all complete! We're working to finish the sidewalk paving and railings, landscaping, and the disc golf course. We're excited for the new Gametime playground to be installed next month! Pictured below: Crews install sidewalks at Dorton Park   Pictured below: the new restroom at Dorton Park Academy-Gibson McInnis Aquatic Center Excavation is now complete at the McInnis Aquatic Center and materials have been ordered. Next steps will include plaumbing work, replacing the main drain, and resurfacing the area of the pool. We aticipate the aquatic center to reopen in spring 2025, ahead of the summer swimming season! Pictured below: Excavation at the McInnic Aquatic Center Caldwell Park Construction is officially underway at Caldwell Park! Crews have installed construction fencing around the worksite and demolishion has started. First, their working to address stormwater control run-off near Irish Buffalo Creek. We anticipate the park will reopen in summer 2026. Pictured below: Construction underway at Caldwell Park Pictured below: Demolistion at Caldwell Park Pictured below: Stormwater work at Caldwell Park Pictured below: Construction fencing installed at the Caldwell Park construction site   Megan Redford Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:30:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:12 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/11/Caldwell-Park-Groundbreaking#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=11 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=11&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/11/Caldwell-Park-Groundbreaking We've officially broken ground at Caldwell Park! After the final design for the park was adopted in October 2024, bids went out and Ike's Construction was selected to complete the planned renovations at Caldwell Park. We held the groundbreaking ceremony on December 2nd and the park was closed to the public soon after. Construction is anticipated to take 18 months, with the newly renovated park expected to reopen in the summer of 2026.     Megan Redford Mon, 16 Dec 2024 16:31:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:11 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/10/Sidewalks-Have-Been-Installed-at-Dorton-Park#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=10 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=10&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/10/Sidewalks-Have-Been-Installed-at-Dorton-Park Construction continues on Dorton Park as the concrete curbing and sidewalks have been installed as part of the parking lot expansion. The Afton Run stream restoration is nearing complettion and was put to the test in early September as Tropical Storm Debby came through Concord bringing heavy rainfall. We're still awaiting permits for the Coddle Creek portion of the stream restoration project but anticipate beginning the bidding process soon. The tennis courts have been paved and the multi-purpose field renovation continues. The restroom expansion is nearing completion as trim and epoxy floors were installed this month. An aeriel shot of the Dorton Park renovations   Droton Park parking lot expansion   Newly paved Afton Run Greenway expansion   Dorton Park Restroom Expansion   Newly paved tennis courts at Dorton Park Megan Redford Mon, 21 Oct 2024 16:22:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:10 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/9/Construction-Progresses-at-Dorton-Park#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=9 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=9&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/9/Construction-Progresses-at-Dorton-Park Construction continues at Dorton Park as crews near the completion of the Afton Run stream restoration and begin the permitting process for the Coddle Creek portion of the project. Crews have been pouring the sidewalks and curbs along the newly expanded parking lot, laying the base layer of asphalt along the new sections of greenway, and paving the tennis courts. We're also excited about the installation of the County's very first inclusive changing table, donated by Willow's Wish. This electric changing table accomodates individuals with diverse needs and will make our parks more accessible. Afton Run Stream Restoration: Parking Lot Expansion: Paving fo the Tennis Courts: Newly Paved Greenway: Megan Redford Thu, 19 Sep 2024 19:59:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:9 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/8/Afton-Run-Bridge-Installed#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=8 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=8&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/8/Afton-Run-Bridge-Installed Construction continues in Dorton Park, with renovations anticipated to be complete by Spring 2025. The Afton Run pedestrian bridge has been installed and work continues on the parking lot and restroom construction. The tennis ourt and sports field construction renovations are underway and the Coddle Creek streambanks repair design is enaring completion for permitting. To allow crews better access to the work site, the construction entrance has moved to York Street. Afton Run bridge construction Tennis Court demolition Restroom expansion construction Athletic Field Construction Megan Redford Mon, 15 Jul 2024 17:39:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:8 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/2/Construction-Underway-at-Dorton-Park#Comments 0 https://concordbonds.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=540&ModuleID=1293&ArticleID=2 https://concordbonds.com:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=2&PortalID=1&TabID=540 https://concordbonds.com/Project-Updates/ID/2/Construction-Underway-at-Dorton-Park Construction is officially underway at Dorton Park! Renovations began in September 2023 and are anticipated to be completed in spring 2025. Renovations to Dorton Park include expanding the parking lot, adding a new playground, adding two new pediestrian bridges over the Afton Run greenway, expanding the current disc golf course from 9 holes to 18, and adding a connection to the Coddle Creek greenway. In addition, the current restroom buidling will be expanded and include an adult changing table.This new ADA accomodation is the first of its kind in Cabarrus County and will greatly improve accessibility for residents.  Each month, the City of Concord Parks and Recreation Deparment provides an update to City council detailing the progress of the Parks and Recreation bond projects. Tune in to these updates the second Thursday of each month by visiting youtube.com/concordnc1 City of Concord Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:33:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:2