Nice job SMC Parks Department and local officials to get the grant. How about providing a 2nd entrance and exit from Flood Park to the Ravenwood School District property for the Sheridan Dr. housing project. For the public safety of the future residents and surrounding communities. The park needs to be a resource for not only “ Fair Oaks Community”, but, all that surround the area, within the walking distance.

I live adjacent to the east border of Flood Park. The plan will bring long-awaited new amenities. Hours are 8-5 now every day including holidays and parking is always free. The new pump track is very popular and is a quiet sport which neighbors appreciate. The article doesn't mention, however, that this plan preserves the half of the park viewed from Bay Road with its big old oaks, bay laurels, redwoods other trees that provide habitat for many birds and squirrels and a natural public area amidst our urban environment. That preservation is a response to public requests. The picnic areas, pathways, playground, and some sports are in this lovely woodland area. The playground is closed now due to some broken and non-replaceable structures, but a new all-abilities one is planned for which public input will be sought. The plan includes an acknowledgement that the park is located on land that was home to Ohlone Native Americans. See progress on the renovations and share your opinions re: care of this precious natural park on the SMC Parks Dept. website at the end of the article or on floodpark.org, an activist-generated website.

Fantastic news! My 9 yo enjoys the pump track everyday and our family is anxiously awaiting the realization of the remainder of the plan. Keep the grants coming for the benefit of everyone in the county. Thank you!