Parks Projects

Franklin Park

We're  pleased to announce that Franklin Park is now open to the public. Our grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony was on June 29. Franklin Park is sure to offer years of enjoyment to our patrons, and especially the citizens who live in the Franklin Neighborhood. 

Franklin Park concept drawings

We welcome your comments and inquiries.

Spring Creek Park

This new 5.5 acre park will be located in the Spring Creek neighborhood. An open house to review the concept plan for this park was recently held. It is part of the 2013 Provo Parks and Recreation Master Plan and will be providing needed and much anticipated park amenities to this area. Community Development Block Grants and Park Impact Fees are the funding sources for this project. Construction is planned to commence in 2017.

We welcome your comments and inquiries.

Slate Canyon Park

Upper Site A: Construction of the downhill mountain bike course has begun in Upper Site A.  Prior to construction, the plans for the alignment were presented to the planning commission to obtain a variance. The variance was granted.  A geotechnical analysis was conducted to determine the parameters needed to ensure that the slope of the site remain stable. It is intended that the downhill course will be ready for use this upcoming spring.

The course is intended for beginner to intermediate level riders and was professionally designed by Sagebrush Trails & Services, a local bike trail consultant.  Several local mountain bike enthusiasts have walked the proposed course and have offered feedback as well.  Some of the funds for the course were generated through volunteer service by the local neighbors through a Neighborhood Grant awarded by the Provo Municipal Council. 

Lower Site A: This area is planned to have a parking lot, pavilions, restroom, playground, amphitheater and several picnic sites all connected by a variety of walking and biking trails. The current concept is under renovation to work around some utilities in the area.

Site B: This area has been developed into an 18-basket disc golf course and is open for play.

Site C: This area is planned to be a traditional style neighborhood park similar to Lower Site A. It is planned to have a parking lot, two small pavilions, restrooms, playground and several picnic sites connected by walking trails and beautiful landscaping.

Site D: The Parks and Recreation Department staff is currently working closely with the Public Works Department to revise the concept plan for Site D, which will include two new large public water storage tanks. The tanks have been designed to accommodate new tennis courts on top and other recreation opportunities that will be integrated into the site as well. Construction of the first water tank is nearing completion.   

Check back soon for an updated rendering of Site A and Site D.

We welcome your comments and inquiries.

Cemetery ExpansionThe Provo City Cemetery expansion will consist of an eight acre expansion immediately to the west of the existing cemetery. It is planned to include a mausoleum, cremation garden, committal pavilion, traditional lawn interment sites, shop area and covered dirt storage bins. 

The mausoleum is planned to include 290 crypt spaces and 340 niche spaces. The cremation garden consists of 2,757 spaces with several different interment options.  A mixed concept of traditional lawn burials will include upright headstone capable spaces and flush headstone only spaces, providing burial options for an estimated 30 additional years. See the Cemetery Expansion concept drawings. Look for the final rendering online in mid February or on display at the Cemetery on Memorial Day weekend.

We welcome your comments and inquiries.

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) ProjectThe construction of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project is moving along well. The new bridge at University Parkway is under construction. The portion of the Provo River trail beneath it will be widened to 12 feet. The prior width was only 5 feet. This will help to enhance traffic movement and provide a much better experience for trail users. You can learn more on Provo Public Works Current Project page.

We welcome your comments and inquiries.

Irrigation Central Control (ICC) SystemOver 40 new WeatherTRAK controllers were purchased and the installation is currently underway in our city parks. These controllers will maximize our water savings through a scheduling engine which takes into account each zone's unique characteristics and will protect landscape and property with usage information, alarms and analysis. We anticipate that all of these controllers will be installed and operational for the upcoming season.  

We welcome your comments and inquiries.