Project Updates

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.

Backflows being installed at Caldwell Park  Caldwell Park Waterline Install

 

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.

Ramsuer Park grading and clearing

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.