What’s Next in Capital Projects
All across the city, we are working hard to rebuild sustainable and resilient parks for the next generation. Find out which projects will be completed in the next three months, and get ready to visit our next great open space.
Featured Projects

Parks Without Borders
We're making our parks more open, welcoming, accessible, and vibrant by improving entrances, furnishings, and park edges. Learn more about Parks Without Borders

Community Parks Initiative
AThrough our Parks equity program, we're rebuilding parks in neighborhoods with the greatest needs. Learn more about Community Parks Initiative Capital Projects

Anchor Parks
One large park in each borough will receive $30 million in upgrades through the City's Anchor Parks program. Learn more about New York City's Anchor Parks
Recently Completed Projects and Projects Nearing Completion:
November 2019 To March 2020
November 2019
Astoria Park Diving Pool Plaza Construction
Location: Astoria Park, Queens
This project will demolish the diving pool at the Astoria Park Bathhouse and construct a plaza in its place.
Brower Park Basketball Courts Reconstruction
Location: Brower Park, Brooklyn
This project will reconstruct the basketball courts at Brower Park.
Jacob Javits Playground Reconstruction
Location: Fort Tryon Park, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the playground, basketball court, drainage and water supply systems and surrounding landscape, and construct new adult fitness equipment at Jacob Javits Playground in Fort Tryon Park.
Playground Thirty Five XXXV Reconstruction
Location: Playground Thirty Five XXXV, Queens
This project will reconstruct Playground Thirty Five XXXV.
Plimpton Playground Reconstruction
Location: Plimpton Playground, Bronx
This project will reconstruct the play equipment, swings, spray shower, seating, pavements, drainage systems, drinking fountain, fencing and entrance area at Plimpton Playground.
Queensbridge Park Field House Construction
Location: Queensbridge Park, Queens
This project will construct a field house in Queensbridge Park.
Richmond Terrace Wetlands Streetscape Construction
Location: Richmond Terrace Park, Staten Island
This project will construct a seating area, overlook, paths, barrier rail, lighting and landscaping at the Richmond Terrace Wetlands.
Seward Park Reconstruction
Location: Seward Park, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the courtyard, gardens, paths, and fencing at Seward Park.
West 102nd Street Riverside Park Field House Interior Plumbing Reconstruction
Location: Riverside Park, Manhattan
This project will install new interior plumbing systems for the field house adjacent to West 102nd Street in Riverside Park.
December 2019
Betsy Head Park Multi-Purpose Play Area Reconstruction
Location: Betsy Head Park, Brooklyn
This project will construct a new skate park, basketball courts, fitness area and multi-purpose space in the northern parcel of Betsy Head Park.
Conference House Pavilion Reconstruction
Location: Conference House Park, Staten Island
This project will reconstruct the Conference House Pavilion in Conference House Park.
Crotona Park Bathhouse Entrance Reconstruction
Location: Crotona Park, Bronx
This project will reconstruct the entrance towers, mezzanine roof and bridge at the entrance to the Crotona Park Bathhouse.
Cunningham Park Lower Playground Tot Lot Reconstruction
Location: Cunningham Park, Queens
This project will reconstruct the Lower Playground (Redwood Playground) in Cunningham Park.
Elmhurst Park Vietnam Veterans Memorial Construction
Location: Elmhurst Park, Queens
This project will construct a memorial to Vietnam War veterans from Queens in Elmhurst Park.
Friends Field Playground Expansion
Location: Friends Field, Brooklyn
This project will reconstruct portions of the existing playground at Friends Field, including the removal of the existing safety surface, and the expansion of the existing playground area.
John Finley Walk 82nd Street ADA Ramp Reconstruction
Location: East River Walk, Manhattan
This project will construct a masonry ramp to provide ADA access to John Finley Walk at East 82nd Street.
Luther Gulick, Lyons Square, Saw Mill, Melrose Commons and Ten Eyck Playgrounds Comfort Station Construction
Location: Multiple Parks, Multiple Boroughs
This project will construct comfort stations at various locations in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Manhattan.
Paerdegat Athletic Center Air Conditioning Reconstruction
Location: Paerdegat Basin Park, Brooklyn
This project will reconstruct the air conditioning equipment at Paerdegat Athletic Center.
Queens General Site Work (QG-1316M)
Location: Multiple Parks, Queens
This project will construct new fitness equipment at Alley Pond Park and Alley Athletic Playground, reconstruct the seating area at One Room Schoolhouse Park, and construct a new meditation garden at Kissena Corridor Park.
Riverside Park South Playground, Bikeway, and Plazas Construction
Location: Riverside Park South, Manhattan
This project will construct a portion of Riverside Park South between West 65th Street and West 68th Street, including new plazas, play areas, lawns, volleyball courts, and a dog run, and it will reconstruct the bikeway between West 62nd Street and West 70th Street.
Tribute Park Reconstruction (Hurricane Sandy)
Location: Tribute Park, Queens
This project will reconstruct Tribute Park due to damage from Hurricane Sandy.
January 2020
Baruch Playground Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Baruch Playground, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct the comfort station at Baruch Playground.
Cedar Playground Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Cedar Playground, Bronx
This project will reconstruct the comfort station in Cedar Playground.
Crescent Beach Park Landscape Improvement and Pathway Construction
Location: Crescent Beach Park, Staten Island
This project will construct new paths, seating and a tot lot and reconstruct the landscape at Crescent Beach Park.
Dutch Kills Playground Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Dutch Kills Playground, Queens
This project will reconstruct the comfort station at Dutch Kills Playground.
Freshkills North Park Pathway and Comfort Station Construction
Location: Freshkills Park, Staten Island
This project will construct a new multi-use pathway, overlook structures, and comfort station with composting toilets in the northern section of Freshkills Park.
Jackie Robinson Park Reconstruction
Location: Jackie Robinson Park, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct stairways, fencing, sidewalks, and entrances in Jackie Robinson Park.
Playground 174 Play Area Reconstruction
Location: Playground 174, Bronx
This project will reconstruct play and adult fitness equipment, swings, spray shower, pavements, fencing, lighting, and mini-pool.
Sara D. Roosevelt Park Comfort Station Reconstruction
Location: Sara D. Roosevelt Park, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct a comfort station in Building A in Sara D Roosevelt Park.
St. James Recreation Center HVAC Reconstruction
Location: St. James Park, Bronx
This project will reconstruct the boiler, heating and air conditioning systems at St. James Recreation Center.
St. John's Recreation Center Boilers and HVAC Systems Reconstruction
Location: St. John's Park, Brooklyn
This project will reconstruct the boilers and HVAC systems at St. John's Recreation Center.
West Bronx Recreation Center AC Reconstruction
Location: West Bronx Recreation Center, Bronx
This project will reconstruct the air conditioning system for the gymnasium at West Bronx Recreation Center.
February 2020
Bildersee Playground Reconstruction Phase 1
Location: Bildersee Playground, Brooklyn
This project will construct a new synthetic turf field and reconstruct the basketball courts at Bildersee Playground.
Brooklyn Street Tree Planting FY18 - Community Boards 5,14,18
Location: Brooklyn
This project will plant new trees in Community Boards 5, 14, and 18 in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Street Tree Planting FY18 - Community Boards 6,7,10,12
Location: Brooklyn
This project will plant new trees in Brooklyn Community Boards 6, 7, 10, and 12.
Grant Park Playground and Basketball Court Reconstruction
Location: Grant Park, Bronx
This project will reconstruct of the playground and basketball court at Grant Park.
Hallets Cove Playground Reconstruction
Location: Hallets Cove Playground, Queens
This project will reconstruct Hallets Cove Playground.
Hooper Grove Community Garden Fence Reconstruction
Location: Brooklyn
This project will construct new steel fences with concrete curbs and install water service at Hooper Grove Community Garden.
Idlewild Park Nature Center Construction
Location: Idlewild Park, Queens
This project will construct a nature center in Idlewild Park.
Spring Creek Greenstreets and Green Infrastructure Construction
Location: Spring Creek Park Addition, Queens
This project will construct green infrastructure to capture storm water at Greenstreets near Spring Creek in Queens.
March 2020
Briarwood Playground and Phil 'Scooter' Rizzuto Park Playground Reconstruction
Location: Multiple Parks, Queens
This project will reconstruct the playgrounds at Briarwood Playground and Phil 'Scooter' Rizzuto Park.
Little Red Square Reconstruction
Location: Little Red Square, Manhattan
This project will reconstruct Little Red Square with new pavements, curb alignments, seating, and plantings.