Public Works

Drake Park Community Center Improvements

Additional project updates and information will be published on an on-going basis.

Latest Updates - August 2024

The construction that began in Fall 2023 involves replacing the roof and HVAC units and is nearing completion. Construction is also ongoing for the Drake Park Community Center Restrooms. An additional phase of work is anticipated to begin in Summer 2025, involving various interior improvements as well as exterior finishes, with a scheduled completion, barring weather or other unforeseen delays, by Winter 2026.

The contractor is scheduled to perform work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Parking impacts are not anticipated. Efforts will be made to minimize inconveniences and minimize construction activities during scheduled park sports activities.

The contractor encourages park patrons to keep children away from the construction areas and activities.

Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project.

• November 2023 Update

  The City’s contractoris scheduled to begin construction in the area starting in Fall 2023 with additional phased improvements to occur throughout Spring 2024 with a scheduled completion, barring weather or other unforeseen delays, by Summer 2024.
  
  The Drake Park Community Center Improvements Project is informed by the Facility Condition Assessments, which includes a full roof replacement, HVAC, lighting and electrical energy efficiency upgrades, and other facility improvements. The first phase of construction will begin in Fall 2023 and replace the entire roof and HVAC units.

  The contractor is scheduled to perform work Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Parking impacts for residents is not expected. Efforts will be made to minimize inconveniences and minimize construction activities during scheduled park sports activities. 
  
  The contractor encourages park patrons to keep children away from the construction areas and activities.
  
  Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation throughout this project.

Estimated Project Timeline

Project Information

The Drake Park Community Center Improvements Project is informed by the Facility Condition Assessment. Improvements include full roof and HVAC replacement, energy efficiency upgrades on windows and lighting, and other facility improvements.

Community Benefits

• Improve visitor experience
• Revitalization of the community center
• Improve infrastructure quality

Project Funding

The Drake Park Community Center Improvements Project is currently supported by $1,650,000 in Measure A funds and approximately $1,000,000 in AB32 State grants.

Project Contact

Nancy Villaseñor, Capital Projects Coordinator
562-570-4634 | nancy.villasenor@longbeach.gov