The City of Colorado Springs will rehabilitate Flanagan Park to improve safety, accessibility and recreational opportunities for a central Colorado Springs neighborhood. The project includes a new playground, ADA-accessible walking path with pedestrian lighting and benches, new screen fencing, basketball court resurfacing, and upgraded amenities. Funded through a $750,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), the project is shaped by community input and supports equitable access to neighborhood park space.
About the project
Flanagan Park has received limited upgrades since its construction in the mid-1970s, resulting in aging infrastructure and outdated amenities. Residents have identified safety, accessibility and usability concerns, including lighting, pedestrian access and the condition of existing facilities. Community input gathered over several years has directly shaped the priorities for this project.
What’s changing at the park
Planned improvements include:
- New playground
- ADA-accessible walking path with pedestrian lighting and benches
- Resurfaced basketball court
- Screen Fencing
- Improved landscaping and irrigation
- Upgrades to the picnic pavilion
What this means for the community
These improvements will create a safer, more accessible and welcoming space for residents of all ages and abilities. The project supports healthier, more active lifestyles and strengthens the park as a neighborhood gathering space.
Funding
This project is funded through a $750,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), coordinated through the City’s Department of Housing and Homelessness Response.