Frederick Douglass Playground and Seating Area Reconstruction

  • Design
    30% complete
  • Procurement
    0% complete
  • Construction
    0% complete

This project will reconstruct Frederick Douglass Playground and Seating Areas.

Project Notes

Project Update: The schematic design for this project has been approved internally at Parks and is now going through review by the community board and external regulatory agencies for comment and approval.

Project Timeline

Design

Assigned & Start Date: December 2024
Projected Completion Date: December 2025

Procurement

The average time for procurement is 9-12 months. The procurement timeline for this specific contract will be established at the conclusion of the design phase.

Construction

The average time for construction is 12-18 months. The construction timeline for this specific contract will be established at the conclusion of the procurement phase.

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Funding

Total Funding: Between $5 million and $10 million
Funding Sources:
  • City Council
  • Mayoral

Location

Frederick Douglass Playground, Manhattan
Amsterdam Ave between W.100 St. and W 102 St.
Community Board: 07

 

Project Staff

Project Liaison: Steve Simon
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Last updated: 03/28/2025