The City of Long Beach has begun construction on the Ramona Park Signature Playground project. Mayor Rex Richardson, Ninth District Councilmember Dr. Joni Ricks-Oddie and other City officials marked the occasion with a ceremony on March 28
The newly designed playground at Ramona Park, located in North Long Beach at 3301 E. 65th St., will be equipped with inclusive play equipment along with upgraded recreational amenities and accessibility features. Construction for the project kicked off in February and is expected to be completed in September.
“As a proud resident of this community and as a dad mayor raising my daughters here, I know firsthand how much this park means to our families,” said Richardson in a public statement. “The Ramona Park signature playground isn’t just about upgraded amenities — it’s about creating a safe, welcoming space where our kids can play, neighbors can gather, and memories can be made for many more years to come.”
The Ramona Park Signature Playground Project is part of Elevate ‘28, a five-year initiative meant to revitalize the city’s infrastructure, community facilities and multimodal transportation. Ramona Park’s current playground was last renovated in 1997.
Playground improvements will include shade structures, upgraded seating areas, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant features like pathways, safety surfacing, hydration stations, parking stalls, a communication board and transfer stations for mobility devices.
“Ramona Park is a cornerstone of our community, and we are excited to celebrate the launch of this highly anticipated Signature Playground project,” said Ricks-Oddie in a public statement. “This major investment has been a long time coming and reflects something our community has wanted and waited for. It will not only enhance and modernize the space but also make it more welcoming, accessible, and inclusive for all.”
This project is funded by a $1.5 million grant from California State Parks, a $550,000 Community Development Block Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and $500,000 in Measure A funding.
To learn more about the Ramona Park Signature Playground project, visit longbeach.gov/ramonaplaygroundproject.