If you've been out to Alameda Point recently, you probably noticed construction near Spirits Alley. This area will ultimately have all new backbone infrastructure, including new sewer, storm, street lighting, landscaping, and bike, pedestrian, and transit facilities. You'll experience a few road closures and detours while this work is taking place but local businesses remain open and appreciate your support!

Caltrans is making upgrades to Encinal Avenue in two phases. Phase 1 is taking place now, and involves traffic signal upgrades and electrical work. Pavement resurfacing and curb ramp upgrades to ADA-compliant standards are tentatively scheduled to begin in spring/summer 2023 when temperatures for pavement are suitable. We'll continue to share updates about this project as it moves along. 

City staff recently completed the full resurfacing of the pickleball courts at Lincoln Park. The tennis court resurfacing at Leydecker, Krusi, and Washington Parks as well as LED lighting replacement for Washington Park will occur by the end of this summer. 

The Alameda Recreation and Park Department will receive a $2.5 million grant from the Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund to complete Phase 2 of Estuary Park in fall 2023. This 4-acre phase builds upon the first phase which includes a baseball/soccer field specifically designed for children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities.

This project expands amenities and will include a fully inclusive playground for children of all abilities to play together, a half basketball court, and Bankshot, a unique basketball hoop system designed for all ages and people with disabilities. Players shoot hoops alongside each other, not against each other, with stations that have individually challenging configurations of hoop backboards and heights.

This next phase will also include a new parking lot, restrooms, large and small group picnic areas, open grass turf play area, small and large dog park, plus four pickleball courts!