Last updated: 6/14/19

Improvements to Downer Avenue Park

| Park Established 1972 |

Overall park and play lot renovation to include basketball court, playground, pathway, infrastructure upgrades, and possible water spray feature.

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Downer Avenue Park is a quiet, neighborhood gem on the southwest side of Jones Hill, adjacent to the Hancock Street Steps. Current park features include play equipment, court space and lawns.

Project location:

Downer Avenue Playground
40 Downer Avenue
Dorchester

Project contact:

Nathan Frazee
nathan.frazee@boston.gov
617-635-3256

Project information:

Project status: Design
Construction budget: $910,000
Project features: Playground, passive use and the possibilities for a multi-use court, water play and dog-friendly area.
Consultant: Ground, Inc.
Contractor: To Be Determined

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We place information on upcoming and previous meetings in the public notices section of Boston.gov. We'll update this page with new meeting information as it becomes available.

Previous meetings:

Downer Avenue Park Community Meeting #1 (January 25, 2017)
Downer Avenue Park Community Meeting #2 (May 25, 2017)
Downer Avenue Park Community Meeting #3 (January 24, 2018)

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