Project Overview

A Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) has been awarded to Saint Paul Parks and Recreation for improvements at the Ryan Park Play Area. The project will include removal of existing play equipment and surfacing, new play equipment and surfacing, new site furnishings, and landscaping as funding allows.


Project Updates

March 27, 2026

Project staff were at Ryan Park on March 26, 2026 to share project information and hear feedback from community members. If you weren't able to make it, boards of the information at the event are below. Check back soon for more information and future community engagement events!

Ryan Park - project location map, project timeline and scope
Images of play equipment ideas for the new playground
March 17, 2026

Project staff will be at Ryan Park on Thursday, March 26th from 4:00pm - 6:00pm to share project updates and hear feedback from community members! Stop by to learn more and share your ideas! Please note this event is weather dependent. If the event will be cancelled or postponed, an update will be shared here on the project website.


Preliminary Project Schedule:

Date
Phase
Jan - Feb 2026Project Start, Schematic Design, and Community Engagement
Mar - Dec 2026Design Development and Community Engagement
Dec 2026 - Feb 2027Construction Documents
Winter 2027Bidding
Spring 2027Construction start (pending bids and weather)
Fall 2027Target Opening Date