Friday, December 20, 2024
Flood Park Partially Reopens Saturday, Dec 21
On Sat., Dec. 21, Flood Park will open recently completed facilities, including a small multi-use sports field, basketball and tennis and pickleball courts, and the bike pump track. Learn more
Monday, November 18, 2024
First Phase of Flood Park Renovations Continue, Reopening Now Expected Mid-December
Flood Park, including the pump track, is now expected to remain closed until mid-December while the first phase of the renovations is completed. When the park partially reopens, visitors will have access to the pump track, small multi-use sports field, and sports courts. Learn more
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Flood Park Closed Nov. 4 – 22; New Facilities Open Nov. 23
Beginning Monday, Nov. 4 through Friday, Nov. 22, all of Flood Park, including the pump track, will be closed. When the park reopens Saturday, Nov. 23 visitors will have access to new facilities. Learn more
Thursday, October 21, 2024
Completion of New Flood Park Facilities Nears; Saturday Work Continues
To finish construction of the multi-use sports field and sports courts, crews are scheduled to continue work on Saturdays, Oct 19 through Nov 16. On Nov 4 –22, the entire park will be closed, including the pump track. Learn more
Thursday, October 8, 2024
A Nature Themed Playground Design is Top Choice for Flood Park
Among the three concepts presented, the most popular with the community was boulder canyon, which reflects a natural aesthetic and will incorporate quarried and man-made rocks of varying sizes to serve as play and relaxation areas. Learn more
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Tennis Court Surfacing Begins at Flood Park
Construction crews on site, Saturday. October 5. Early pump track closure continues. Learn more
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Work at Flood Park Planned for Sep 21, Early Pump Track Closure Continues
Realize Flood Park construction crews are scheduled to be in the park Saturday, Sep. 21. Early closure of the pump track at 5 p.m. will continue to Sunday, Oct. 6. Learn more
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Excavations Made at Flood Park for New Sports & Picnic Facilities
Contractors have excavated concrete, tennis courts, some grass areas and picnic sites in preparation for construction of new sports facilities and picnic areas. Work is planned for Saturdays in late July/early August in order to maintain project timeline. Learn more
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Next Phase in Redesigning Flood Park Playground – New Survey Open Now
View results from the Flood Park Playground Survey and take a follow-up survey to rank three concepts based on the feedback we received. Learn more
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Flood Park Pump Track Featured on OpenRoad
On April 21, NBC Bay Area aired an episode of OpenRoad with Doug McConnell featuring the Flood Park Pump Track, a new recreational feature added to the park as part of the Realize Flood Park project. Learn more
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Flood Park Playground Survey Closes on Monday, April 22
If you haven’t yet taken the survey to help create a new Flood Park Playground, you’re not too late. The survey will close on Monday, April 22. Learn more
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Flood Park Closes April 8 as Park Renovation Begins
Beginning Monday, April 8, Flood County Park will be closed as demolition begins prior to construction of the first phase of the Realize Flood Park project. Learn more
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Help Us Create Flood Park's New Playground
Let us know you and your children's preferences for types of play and equipment at Flood Park's new playground. Learn more
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Design Your New Playground at Flood Park, March 16
Join us Saturday, March 16, 2:00–4:00pm to share ideas for a new playground at Flood Park. Plus, the Board of Supervisors, have approved the plans and specifications for Phase 1 of the Flood Park Landscape Plan and selection of a contractor. Learn more
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Bids for Flood Park Phase 1 Construction Now Closed
The bid period for Phase 1 construction of the Realize Flood Park project is now closed. Learn more
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Call for Bids Posted for Realize Flood Park Phase 1 Construction
The Realize Flood Park Phase 1 project is out for rebid with plans and specifications and key dates posted at San Mateo County Public Works. Learn more
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Pump Track Opens at Flood Park, Oct 21
On Saturday, October 21, the new pump track opens at Flood Park. Completion of the pump track is part of the first phase of construction for Realize Flood Park. Learn more
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Notes from Sep 16 Flood Park Urban Ecology Walk and Project Updates
Community members attending the September 16 Urban Ecology Walk received an update on the Realize Flood Park project from the design team, including San Mateo County Arborist Dan Krug and staff with CMG Landscape Architecture, and project management group CPM. Learn more
Tuesday, September 26, 2023 (updated)
Flood Park Closed for Construction Weekdays through Oct 11
Pump track construction continues in Flood Park requiring the park to remain closed, Monday to Friday, through Wednesday, October 11 to ensure safe entrance and exit by semi-trailer trucks. Learn more
Monday, August 28, 2023
Construction of the Pump Track has Begun
Following partial demolition of the tennis courts, contractors broke ground for Flood’s pump track. Construction is expected to continue until early October. Learn more
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Phase 1 Construction of Flood Park Landscape Plan on the Horizon
Beginning early August, park visitors will see work begin to demolish one of the old tennis courts followed by installation of the bike pump track. Learn more
Monday, May 8, 2023
Flood Park Pump Track Presentation & Movie Night, May 20
Join us on Saturday, May 20 at 6:00p.m. for a presentation about future Flood Park Pump Track and plus a movie night! Learn more
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Realize Flood Park Progresses to Phase 1 of Construction
Following the Board of Supervisor’s unanimous approval, we are finalizing construction specifications for Phase 1 features. Construction begins June 15. Plus two events this Spring/Summer. Learn more
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Board of Supervisors to Review Flood Park Phase 1 Plans, Dec 13
Phase 1 plans will be presented to the Board of Supervisors at their Dec 13 meeting. Learn how to attend the board meeting in person or by teleconference. Learn more
Thursday, October 20 2022
Project Phases Posted, Learn More at Nov 5 Event
See upcoming project phases and join us in the park on Nov 5 to learn about Phase 1. Learn more
Monday, August 8, 2022
Notice of Determination Filed
In accordance with CEQA guidelines, the Parks Department has filed a Notice of Determination with the State Clearinghouse. View the Notice of Determination
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Board’s Action Brings Revitalization of Flood Park Closer to Reality
Through an unanimous vote at the July 26 meeting, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors accepted the Flood Park Updated Landscape Plan noting the Plan reflects a balanced approach in addressing the interests of park visitors and neighbors. View more
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Board of Supervisors to Consider Updated Landscape Plan July 26
View recent refinements of the Updated Landscape Plan in response to comments made during the June 11 meeting at Flood Park. Board of Supervisors to review on July 26. View more
Friday, June 8, 2022
See Comments from the June 11 Flood Park Meeting
On Saturday, June 11, the public was invited to join the design team in the park to review the Updated Landscape Plan. Comments received at the event are being reviewed by the design team and a refined landscape plan will be presented to the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors at the July 26 meeting. View more
Monday, May 31, 2022
Community Response to Realize Flood Park Plan
View compiled feedback for the Realize Flood Park project received during community events and survey responses, and see the plan revisions based on the feedback. View more
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Realize Flood Park Community Survey Results
View survey data collected for the Realize Flood Park project, which will guide the development of schematic designs for the park.
Monday, April 4, 2022
Survey Closed; Schematic Designs to Reflect Public Input
The Realize Flood Park survey has closed. The consulting team with CMG will use the data collected from surveys and events to develop schematic designs for the features shown in the 2020 Landscape Plan. Beginning this summer, the Department will hold public events to preview the designs.
Monday, March 7, 2022
Upcoming Opportunities to Realize Flood Park
The design phase for the Realize Flood Park project continues with three additional opportunities for you to share your ideas about sports and play areas, picnic and gathering areas, historic resources and the park’s urban forest and ecology.
Friday, March 4, 2022
Realize Flood Park March 1 Working Group Meeting
The second Working Group meeting for Realize Flood Park was held on Tuesday, March 1.
Friday, February 18, 2022
View the First Realize Flood Park Design Meeting
The first community meeting to launch the design phase of the Realize Food Park project was held February 2 via Zoom. View the videos and materials of the meeting and breakout sessions.
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Realize Flood Park Community Meeting
On Wednesday, February 2, join us as we begin to design park features included in the 2020 Flood Park Landscape Plan.
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Flood Park Project Transitions from 'Reimagine' to 'Realize'
In 2022, the Flood Park project will transition from ‘reimagining’ to ‘realizing’ a new park for the community. View the recorded meeting of the newly formed Working Group, which will bring a range of perspectives to the park design.