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Dolphin Park Playground will close on Monday as the city parks department begins renovations over the next three months.
The playground, located at the intersection of Turkshead and Quay lanes, was first built in 1978, making it one of the oldest parks in Redwood City.
Now, thanks to funding from park impact fees and input from community residents, the playground and park are ready for their well deserved makeover.
Christopher Beth, Director of the Parks Department, said collecting community feedback for the park’s redesign is nothing new—it’s something they do for each of their renovation projects.
“That was another nice way to just talk to people and ask how they use the park,” said Beth. “It’s really where we get a lot of our information– through direct feedback from park users and neighbors.”
Starting in the fall of 2021, the Department put the call out to the community to contribute ideas for the playground’s new layout. Community members had the opportunity to voice their opinions in person at an open house as well as online through virtual meetings and surveys.
The most memorable request, Beth said, was made by a child who asked for a squirrel catcher to be installed.
“We unfortunately can’t do that,” Beth said with a laugh, “But it was really sweet.”
In addition to updates like new swings and playground equipment for kids, the renovation will also include an overhead fabric shade to protect children while they play, a drinking fountain that has an attached water bowl to keep furry friends hydrated and two ADA-compliant picnic tables.
Beth said one of the most helpful pieces of feedback he received was that the park was used by residents to access nearby walking trails.
We were really amazed by the number of people that use this [park] as an entryway towards other walking trails,” Beth said. “So we’re going to be improving pathways and park lights for pedestrians.”
While the playground will be closed for reconstruction, the tennis courts will remain open to the public. But if you’re looking for an alternative park to visit, Beth recommends other local parks for residents to enjoy, like Mariner Park, Marlin Park or Shorebird Park.
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