Site work for a playground / park / athletic field in Royal Oak, Michigan. Conceptual plans call for site work for a playground / park / athletic field.

Update: Based on public input during Recreation Master Plan process, upgrades at Worden Park (22.67 acres) could include "clovering" ball diamonds for better use of soccer, lacrosse, and football fields, connecting paths with fitness amenities, and adding lighted soccer fields. This is our third largest park and is adjacent to the high school. The park offers baseball, tennis, ice skating, and potential for a community garden, roller hockey rink, or skate park. Design and bid assistance with an engineering firm will occur in the first fiscal year, with construction in the second fiscal year. The total project cost is estimated at $5,175,000, with 15% included for engineering firm assistance. Project is included City of Royal Oak Fiscal Year 2026-2031 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Upgrade 14-year-old wooden play structure at Worden Park - east. Play equipment is heavily used by a preschool. Current play structure is not repairable. As of November 13, 2024, this project is included in the City of Royal Oaks' FY 2024-2030 CIP. Information regarding a design team and the contractor selection has not been disclosed. A firm timeline for construction has not been established. *Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.