Davenport Park (Phase II) Project - Landfill Gas Control System and Park Expansion

Additional project updates and information will be published on an on-going basis.
Latest Updates - June 2023
Construction for the Gas Control System part of the project resumed in December 2022 with a scheduled completion, barring weather or other unforeseen delays, in Summer 2023.
Park Expansion
The City’s Contractor, Bitech Construction Company, Inc., is scheduled to begin the Park Expansion portion of the project at Davenport Park in Summer 2023 with a scheduled completion, barring weather or other unforeseen circumstances, of Summer 2024. The park will be closed during this time.
The improvements will include:
- Install a multi-use sports field, fitness stations, and walking trail
- Improve infrastructure quality and ensure compliance with regulatory requirement
- Encourage outdoor and recreational experience
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 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. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Department of Public Works at 562-570-6975 or e-mail at Tina.Cheng@longbeach.gov.
Project Information
The Davenport Park (Phase II) Project is comprised of two elements: the Landfill Gas Control System and a Park Expansion.
The Park Expansion project includes a sports field, fitness stations, outdoor seating areas, and additional parking spaces along 55th Way to enhance recreational activities and adult fitness.
The Measure A funded Landfill Gas Control System will install a landfill gas control system on the western portion of the existing park. The system will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.