Public Works

14th Street Park Improvements

Additional project updates and information will be published on an on-going basis.

Latest Updates - October 2024

Basketball Court Improvements
A new perimeter fence, basketball posts, backboards and shade structure have been installed. Pavement resurfacing, striping, seating, and basketball equipment are scheduled to be installed and completed by Fall 2024, barring weather or other unexpected delays.

Park Safety Improvements
Pedestrian and vehicular safety will be enhanced at the intersections of Locust Avenue and Cedar Avenue along 14th Street with improved street signage and physical barriers blocking vehicular traffic from passing through.

Playground Improvements
Playground construction was completed in April 2024.

• August 2024 Update

  Basketball Court Improvements
  The City of Long Beach is pleased to report progress on the renovations of the 14th Street Basketball Courts. The existing perimeter fence, basketball posts, hoops, and backboards have been dismantled. The new perimeter fence, basketball posts, and backboards have been installed. Shade structures are currently being installed, and the court resurfacing, striping, seating, and remaining play equipment will follow. Construction is expected to be completed in Fall 2024.

  Park Safety Improvements
  In addition to park improvements, pedestrian and vehicular safety will be enhanced on 14th Street at the intersections of Locust Avenue and Cedar Avenue. The City will be installing new K-rail, traffic signage, and pedestrian bollards in Fall 2024.

  Playground Improvements
  Playground construction was completed in April 2024.
  
  

• May 2024 Update

  Playground Improvements
  The playground improvements resumed briefly in Spring 2024, which included replacing missing or damaged playground equipment. Construction work completed on the playgrounds in April 2024.

  Basketball Courts Improvements
  The improvements to the basketball courts began on May 20, 2024, with an expected completion, barring weather and other unforeseen delays, in late Summer 2024. Work to be performed includes court resurfacing, new striping, new equipment, replacing the perimeter fence, new shade structures, and seating. 
  
  Alternate facilities: During the closure, the following nearby basketball courts are available for public use at Drake Chavez Park and Ernest McBride Park.

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  The contractor is scheduled to perform work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Parking impacts for residents are not expected. There may be brief, short-term traffic disruptions during equipment deliveries. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project.

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• March 2024 Update

  Playground Improvements
  The playground improvements resumed briefly in late March 2024, with placing new picnic tables and park benches. Playground equipment repair is expected to occur in early April and will take approximately one day to complete. Playground closure is anticipated to occur during this time.

  Basketball Courts Improvements
  The basketball courts portion of the project is expected to begin concurrently in Spring 2024, with an expected completion, barring weather and other unforeseen delays, in Summer 2024. Improvements include basketball court resurfacing, striping, new equipment, a perimeter fence, new shade structures, and seating.
  
  

  The contractor is scheduled to perform work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Parking impacts for residents are not expected. Efforts will be made to minimize inconveniences and minimize construction activities during scheduled park sports activities.

  The contractor encourages park patrons to keep children away from the construction areas and activities.

  Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project.

• February 2024

  The City of Long Beach will have contractors on site at 14^th Street Park for a multi-phased project.

  Playground Improvements
  The playground improvements portion of the project is expected to resume briefly in March 2024, with a projected completion within a few days, barring weather and other unforeseen delays. Improvements include replacement of missing or broken playground equipment along with new picnic tables and park benches.

  Basketball Courts Improvements
  The basketball courts portion of the project is expected to begin concurrently in Spring 2024, with an expected completion, barring weather and other unforeseen delays, in Summer 2024. Improvements include basketball court resurfacing, striping, new equipment, a perimeter fence, new shade structures, and seating.

  Park Safety Improvements
  Park safety improvements will be implemented in the future pending funding availability.

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  The contractor is scheduled to perform work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Parking impacts for residents are not expected. Efforts will be made to minimize inconveniences and minimize construction activities during scheduled park sports activities.

  The contractor encourages park patrons to keep children away from the construction areas and activities.

  Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project.

• January 2024 Update

  The City’s Contractor, PlayCore Wisconsin, Inc., is scheduled to begin a multi-phased construction project beginning in the area in mid-January 2024 with the first phase of construction completion, barring weather or other unforeseen delays, by March 2024.

  Improvements include:

  • New rubberized surface at playgrounds
  • Replacement of missing or broken playground equipment
  • New picnic tables and park benches

  The contractor is scheduled to perform work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Parking impacts for residents is not expected. Efforts will be made to minimize inconveniences and minimize construction activities during scheduled park sports activities.

  The contractor encourages park patrons to keep children away from the construction areas and activities.

  Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project. For more information, please e-mail angelina.delcid@longbeach.gov, or call (562) 570-6256.

Estimated Project Timeline

*Construction timeline is set barring unforeseen weather changes or other circumstances

*Please note that initial park improvements began in Early 2024 and continues through mid 2024, but further construction, other park improvements, and street closures are pending funding availability.

Project Information

The 14th Street Park Improvements Project renovates existing park amenities, lighting, and installs new furnishings. Improvements include basketball courts, shade structures, and picnic tables and benches upgrades along with closing street intersections and enhanced park and playground safety.

This project will be a phased construction project with the first phase starting in January 2024. The first phase improvements will focus on replacing playground rubberized surfacing, replacing broken/missing play equipment, safety improvements, upgrading basketball courts, and installing new seating and shade. The Parks, Recreation, and Marine Department will also be installing a mural at the basketball courts.

Further improvements will be implemented upon project funding availability.

The Parks, Recreation, and Marine Department held a community meeting on December 7, 2022 and received survey responses from the community in Spring 2023 to determine the community's priorities for improvements at 14th Street Park. The community's priorities were tables and benches, playground upgrades, more trees, art/murals, and a hydration station.

Project Funding

The first phase of the project is supported by $500,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and $500,000 in Measure A funds. The remaining phases of the project are pending funding availability.

Project Contact

Angelina Del Cid | angelinda.delcid@longbeach.gov | (562) 570-6256