Porter Park Master Plan
Porter Park today
The City of Lakewood is developing a master plan for the new Porter Park!
Located at 731 Tabor St., Porter Park is a 7.7-acre property purchased in 2021 by the city to provide much needed park space in Ward 1.
To honor the legacy of the Porter family, the park is named after Daniel Wilson Porter and Phyllis Porter. Daniel and Phyllis owned this property and had a love for farming and preservation; Daniel became a master gardener late in life. The Porter family desired the city carry on the farming tradition on the property, withContinue reading
Porter Park today
The City of Lakewood is developing a master plan for the new Porter Park!
Located at 731 Tabor St., Porter Park is a 7.7-acre property purchased in 2021 by the city to provide much needed park space in Ward 1.
To honor the legacy of the Porter family, the park is named after Daniel Wilson Porter and Phyllis Porter. Daniel and Phyllis owned this property and had a love for farming and preservation; Daniel became a master gardener late in life. The Porter family desired the city carry on the farming tradition on the property, with a farming element in the future park that would serve the Lakewood community. The city agreed to incorporate an agriculture theme, and as always, is committed to sustainability. Nearby residents can anticipate lots of open space, native plantings and modest amenities in their new neighborhood park.
Demolition of the existing structures on the site occurred in early 2023. The development of the site is initially funded in the city's five-year Capital Improvement Plan Budget in 2024.
We need your help creating a vision for this future park space and important addition to Lakewood's parks. Use the tools below provide feedback on the project and share your ideas with other residents.
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Porter Park Open House Update
Share Porter Park Open House Update on Facebook Share Porter Park Open House Update on Twitter Share Porter Park Open House Update on Linkedin Email Porter Park Open House Update linkThanks to everyone who attended the second Porter Park Open House on May 1 to weigh in on design concepts and park elements. Couldn't make the meeting? Share your thoughts on the design concepts and leave a comment below by May 31, 2024.
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Porter Park Open House #2
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May 17 Porter Park Open House summary
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For those who could not make the meeting at the future park, a summary of the comments received and the preferences indicated on the meeting boards is now available. The project team is using the feedback received to inform a conceptual plan for the park that will be shared with residents for review and comments later this summer. Subscribe to the project page for notification when the plan is available.
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Porter Park survey results
Share Porter Park survey results on Facebook Share Porter Park survey results on Twitter Share Porter Park survey results on Linkedin Email Porter Park survey results linkThe Porter Park survey results are now available. Join us for an Open House on Wednesday, May 17 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to review the survey results and provide feedback on preliminary park design concepts. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Porter Park Open House May 17
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Key Dates
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May 01 2024
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May 17 2023
Lifecycle
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2022 - City acquires the Porter property
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Fall 2022 - Demolition and hazardous tree mitigation begins.
Porter Park Master Plan has finished this stageThe existing structures and any hazardous trees are removed.
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Spring 2023 - Project launch
Porter Park Master Plan has finished this stagePublic engagement and an initial residents’ needs survey on the development of the property into a park begins.
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Summer 2023 - Porter Park Open House May 17
Porter Park Master Plan has finished this stageJoin us on Wednesday, May 17 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. for the Porter Park Open House. Residents will have an opportunity to tour the site, review survey results and provide input on initial concepts.
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Spring 2024 - Design Concepts Open House May 1
Porter Park Master Plan is currently at this stageResidents are invited to share their thoughts on design concepts and playground amenities for Porter Park on Wednesday, May 1, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Enjoy ice cream in the park!
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Fall 2024- Playground Design
this is an upcoming stage for Porter Park Master PlanCheck back for renderings of playground options and cast your vote for your favorite! Subscribe to this page for updates.
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2025 - Construction begins
this is an upcoming stage for Porter Park Master PlanConstruction of future park amenities will begin as weather allows.
Who's Listening
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Email brachr@lakewood.org