Current Street Parks
Storrie St. Green-way
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| Before | After |
This plot of land was formerly a public eye sore, mainly a place for dumping trash rather than any kind of community space. However, now converted to a Street Park, the area has been reclaimed by local residents and is quickly becoming a beautiful garden greenway. Still in the process of implementation, the Storrie Greenway will soon have a dog walking area and host educational tours and garden visits. The greenway is providing habitat for endangered butterflies like the Mission Blue Butterfly by including local flower species and reducing water and energy use by incorporating drought-tolerant plants and recycling materials such as bark mulch for weed abatement. Features planned for the site include improved lighting, seating and a wall mural.
Interested in Visiting?
Google Map Link
Street Park Contact
Eddie Ferriter
Pennsylvania Garden
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| Before | After |
Owned by Caltrans, the site of the Pennsylvania Garden used to be a deserted lot with no function much less visual appeal. Neighbors got involved to make the space their own and after a couple meetings with Caltrans, a petition and the backing of the Department of Public Works, Pennsylvania Garden was born. Now a Street Park, neighbors have created a functional open space that features a garden of drought-tolerant, native species including various succulents and flowers, a compost area, as well as a designated dog area for residents to enjoy with their pets. Continuing plans include more permanent pavers for the paths as well as handrails.
Website
Pennsylvania Garden Blog
Interested in Visiting?
Google Map Link
Street Park Contact
Garden Email
FARM - Future Action Reclamation Mob
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| Before | After |
Formerly an unused space devoid of life, members of FARM (Future Action Reclamation Mob) transformed this space next to the California College of the Arts (CCA) into a community garden space. Intended as a "super public" space, people from all walks of life are encouraged to spend time in it, work and eat from it, functioning under a gift economy model. All the materials that the space consists of (seeds, dirt, seedlings, knowledge) are donated by community members or organizations and FARM works in close collaboration with Free Farm Stand to donate their harvests. Currently, FARM is installing a rain-catchment system to irrigate their garden. Once a dead plot, FARM, through the Street Park program, has transformed it into one that provides resources for everyone to share and enjoy.
Website FARM Website Interested in Visiting? Google Map Link Street Park Contact Chris Kluthe
Anza Vista & O'Farrell
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| Before | After |
The Anzavista median is at the entrance to a residential neighborhood in the Inner Richmond district. Neighbors grew tired of the median's dismal appearance, got organized, joined the Street Park program, and began making plans to remove the concrete and create a permeable landscape. Thanks to the efforts of the Anzavista Neighborhood Association, staff at the Dept. of Public Works, the AnzaVista Greening Committee, and the expertise and time of countless volunteers, the median is now a welcoming and beautiful introduction to the neighborhood.
Website Anzavista Neighborhood Blog Interested in Visiting? Google Map Link Street Park Contact Jennifer Smith Link to More Pictures Anzavista Street Park Photos
Tara Street Community Garden
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| Before | After |
The Tara Street Community Garden used to be a depressing piece of land with no function. With the help of the Street Park program, community members are converting it into a small public square complete with a fountain and community garden. Putting this project together as a community has strengthened connections in the area while creating new ones. Neighbors now have an enjoyable place to cross paths, interact, chat over morning coffee, walk their dogs and have their children play.
Interested in Visiting? Google Map Link Street Park Contact Virginia Jourdan
Current Street Parks
Storrie St. Green-way
| | |
| Before | After |
This plot of land was formerly a public eye sore, mainly a place for dumping trash rather than any kind of community space. However, now converted to a Street Park, the area has been reclaimed by local residents and is quickly becoming a beautiful garden greenway. Still in the process of implementation, the Storrie Greenway will soon have a dog walking area and host educational tours and garden visits. The greenway is providing habitat for endangered butterflies like the Mission Blue Butterfly by including local flower species and reducing water and energy use by incorporating drought-tolerant plants and recycling materials such as bark mulch for weed abatement. Features planned for the site include improved lighting, seating and a wall mural.
Interested in Visiting?
Google Map Link
Street Park Contact
Eddie Ferriter
Pennsylvania Garden
| |
| Before | After |
Owned by Caltrans, the site of the Pennsylvania Garden used to be a deserted lot with no function much less visual appeal. Neighbors got involved to make the space their own and after a couple meetings with Caltrans, a petition and the backing of the Department of Public Works, Pennsylvania Garden was born. Now a Street Park, neighbors have created a functional open space that features a garden of drought-tolerant, native species including various succulents and flowers, a compost area, as well as a designated dog area for residents to enjoy with their pets. Continuing plans include more permanent pavers for the paths as well as handrails.
Website
Pennsylvania Garden Blog
Interested in Visiting?
Google Map Link
Street Park Contact
Garden Email
FARM - Future Action Reclamation Mob
| |
| Before | After |
Formerly an unused space devoid of life, members of FARM (Future Action Reclamation Mob) transformed this space next to the California College of the Arts (CCA) into a community garden space. Intended as a "super public" space, people from all walks of life are encouraged to spend time in it, work and eat from it, functioning under a gift economy model. All the materials that the space consists of (seeds, dirt, seedlings, knowledge) are donated by community members or organizations and FARM works in close collaboration with Free Farm Stand to donate their harvests. Currently, FARM is installing a rain-catchment system to irrigate their garden. Once a dead plot, FARM, through the Street Park program, has transformed it into one that provides resources for everyone to share and enjoy.
Website FARM Website Interested in Visiting? Google Map Link Street Park Contact Chris Kluthe
Anza Vista & O'Farrell
| |
| Before | After |
The Anzavista median is at the entrance to a residential neighborhood in the Inner Richmond district. Neighbors grew tired of the median's dismal appearance, got organized, joined the Street Park program, and began making plans to remove the concrete and create a permeable landscape. Thanks to the efforts of the Anzavista Neighborhood Association, staff at the Dept. of Public Works, the AnzaVista Greening Committee, and the expertise and time of countless volunteers, the median is now a welcoming and beautiful introduction to the neighborhood.
Website Anzavista Neighborhood Blog Interested in Visiting? Google Map Link Street Park Contact Jennifer Smith Link to More Pictures Anzavista Street Park Photos
Tara Street Community Garden
| |
| Before | After |
The Tara Street Community Garden used to be a depressing piece of land with no function. With the help of the Street Park program, community members are converting it into a small public square complete with a fountain and community garden. Putting this project together as a community has strengthened connections in the area while creating new ones. Neighbors now have an enjoyable place to cross paths, interact, chat over morning coffee, walk their dogs and have their children play.
Interested in Visiting? Google Map Link Street Park Contact Virginia Jourdan