Victoria Manalo Draves (VMD) Project

Completed and Open to the Public late 2021!


Scope of WorkWalkway between the play areas, which are surrounded by a cement wall and COVID safety signs

The project included the addition of sports lighting at the ballfield and basketball court and upgrades of pathway lighting, as well as minor security updates to pathways, low walls, and fencing, to create better circulation and site visibility.

Funding

$2.6 million came from Privately Owned Public Open Space in-lieu of fees.

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  1. Project Updates
  2. Documents and Materials
  1. Capital Project Update

    Victoria Manalo Draves Park - VMD reopening Saturday, 10/16/2021

    We are please to announce the re-opening of Victoria Manalo Draves Park! The summer renovation included installation of Read on...
  2. Capital Project Update

    Victoria Manalo Draves Park - Construction wrapping up at VMD

    Lighting and safety improvements at VMD are close to completion. We have had a few unfortunate delays from suppliers and subcontractors, but are in the home stretch of construction! Read on...
  3. Capital Project Update

    Victoria Manalo Draves Construction Updates and Support for Neighboring Bessie Carmichael School

    We are several weeks away from the start of Fall and construction work continues Read on...
  4. Capital Project Update

    Construction progress at Victoria Manalo Draves

    Construction is moving forward quickly at VMD! Cazadoro Construction, Inc. has been a collaborative partner in accelerating the schedule Read on...
  5. Capital Project Update

    Victoria Manalo Draves Park - Construction begins at VMD on Monday, June 28!

    Your Victoria Manalo Draves lighting upgrades and park improvements are coming soon! Rec and Park has been working on final preparations with our contractor . . . Read on...
  6. Capital Project Update

    Construction starting soon at Victoria Manalo Draves Park in SOMA

    The Recreation and Parks Department has executed a construction contract with Cazadoro Construction, Inc. for a summer renovation of Victoria Manalo Draves Park in SOMA. Read on...