Hayward Area Recreation and Park District Kennedy Park

Written By Michael Falsetto-Mapp
 

Year completed: 2022

Kennedy Park is a 13.3-acre, destination park. The most heavily used park in the district, it includes renovated picnic areas, group picnic shelters, new central play areas, a new concession building and public restrooms. There is a renovated train ride with new electric train, new teacup ride, and a carousel. Renovated pathways, new irrigation, and a renovated landscape includes 40+ more trees.

 

ReScape Score

91

 
 

Address: 19501 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, CA 94541

Project Owner/Developer: Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD)

ReScape Rater: Suzanne Schrift

Landscape Size: 633,646 sq ft

Grounds Open To Public? Yes

ReScape Landscape Highlights

  • Biotreatment of impervious paved areas.

  • Sheet mulching for weed control and lawn conversion.

  • Site generated mulch.

  • Low-energy light fixtures.

  • Large-size trees plantings.

Michael Falsetto-Mapp
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