Community Invited to Celebrate Grand Reopening of Jacobs Park

“Jacobs Park has a long history of serving Ward 3 and has been an important gathering place for Tucsonans. Residents will now have access to brand-new amenities that people of all ages can enjoy,” said Mayor Regina Romero. “I want to thank the voters for passing Proposition 407 and the National Park Service for funding these upgrades. These long-overdue investments at Jacobs Park are finally worthy of the neighbors and community members who use it.” 

Since July 2021, Tucson Parks and Recreation has worked closely with the community to develop and implement a master plan to enhance the 48-acre park in northwest Tucson. Jacobs Park was the recipient of a competitive Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) grant from the National Park Service to modernize existing outdoor spaces based on the needs and vision of local communities. The resulting improvements have transformed Jacobs Park into a vibrant, multi-generational community destination that also meets the needs of current climate realities. 

"Over the years, my family has enjoyed many memorable times at Jacobs Park, from picnics to birthday parties," said Council Member Dahl. "We’ve played softball pickup games. On soccer league teams, both my son and I endured whatever the season offered, such as slipping in the cold mud from a winter cloudburst or making sure teammates didn’t pass out on hot summer afternoons. I am genuinely happy that these upgrades, improvements, and additions have been accomplished at this well-loved and well-used park.” 

Project Improvements 

The project was designed by Norris Design and constructed by Sellers and Sons. The renovation includes multiple projects throughout the park: 

• New playground surfacing  
• New and renovated ramadas  
• New softball complex with two lighted fields  
• New restroom facilities  
• Refurbished sports courts  
• New pickleball courts  
• New futsal court  
• Family picnic area  
• New skate park 
• Expanded and relocated dog park  
• Green Stormwater Infrastructure features  
• Irrigation system replacement  
• New volleyball court  
• Pool and splash pad enhancements 

"It’s truly exciting to see the community’s vision come to life and how the ORLP grant program helped transform Jacobs Park into a hub for multi-generational recreation where neighbors can gather and connect, as well as a climate-resilient urban park,” said City Parks Alliance Executive Director Catherine Nagel.  

Funding Sources 

Funding for the project was provided by the Proposition 407: Parks + Connections Bond ($3,960,300), the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grants Program from the Land and Water Conservation Fund ($2,995,500), City Framework Funds ($1,100,000), Impact Fees ($800,000), and Storm to Shade funds ($300,000).