Project description:
Synthetic turf sports fields are needed in order to increase the program time on grass fields. Experience shows if grass fields are used more than 20 hours per week they will end up as a dirt field. At Santa Anita Park we have the ability to change an existing grass field to a synthetic turf field for the community.
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency were successful in obtaining a multiple grants to make this happen. The new synthetic field project will also include other park improvements that will help make the park patron's experience at Santa Anita Park enjoyable. Below is a project description of the proposed improvements.
The project will include:
- Community center
- Pool renovation
- Installation of a synthetic Turf Soccer/Football Field
- Concrete Bleachers and decking
- Shade Screen over Bleachers
- Parking Lot Expansion
- Renovation of Basketball Court
- Sports and Security Lighting
- Irrigation and Landscaping
- Playground equipment
Construction Period:
Fall 2022 to Spring 2024
Official Groundbreaking Ceremony:
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 from 11:00am - 1:00pm
Funding:
- California Youth Soccer and Recreation Development 2002 Bond Act
- Community Development Block Grants
- Park Acquisition and Development Fees
- Cannabis Public Benefit Fund
- American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Total Project Cost:
Project Cost: $16 million