Capital Projects and Improvement

The Capital Planning and Development Division oversees projects and improvements within the Department of Recreation and Parks.

Current Projects

Listed below are some of the projects and playground replacements the Department is currently working on, however it does not encompass all projects currently in progress. Select the site name for project details.

Site Name	Description	Community
Bedford Road Park Site	A four-acre, new park development currently in the concept design phase.	Pikesville
Belfast Road Park Site	Currently in the design phase, the project will feature: Parking facilities Two, illuminated, artificial turf fields Walking paths An area designed for future development	Hereford
Cromwell Valley Park	The proposed scope for the Cromwell Valley Park enhancement project includes: Barnitorium entrance path improvements New accessible path, including interpretive signage New pavilion Sherwood House parking expansion Willow Grove Nature Center parking expansion Willow Grove entrance parking expansion Willow Grove entrance road widening	Nature, Environmental, Agriculture and Programming Centers
Days Cove Park	The proposed Days Cove Disc Golf Course will feature 27 holes.	White Marsh
Dundalk Veterans Park	The Department plans to reimagine Veterans Park. Find the latest updates from the January 29 public input meeting.	Dundalk-Eastfield
Fleming Community Center and Park	The Department of Recreation and Parks has received approval and permits from the required agencies for the in-kind replacement of the existing fishing pier. The project also involves the construction of approximately 400 feet of asphalt trail leading from the existing parking lot to the pier.	Turner Station
Fort Howard Veterans Park	The Department of Recreation and Parks is working on a beach access and soft launch project in Fort Howard Veterans Park. This will include an accessible path for water access and a soft kayak and canoe launch. This project is currently under construction and is expected to be completed for the 2025 season.	Sparrows Point
Gerst Road Park Site	The Department of Recreation and Parks is seeking additional input on the proposed Gerst Road Park site, situated at the northeast corner of Gerst Road and New Gerst Road. County Executive Johnny Olszewski and the County Council have approved capital funding for park design, which will be based on public input and comprehensive site planning.	Perry Hall
Gwynn Oak Park	The proposed enhancement project includes: Expanded parking and resurfaced paths A refurbished stage and volleyball court A new streetscape and plaza New pavilions	Woodlawn
Rockdale Park	The illustrative master plan provides an overall vision of park-wide improvements for the Rockdale Park open space to be developed and realized through a multi-phased implementation strategy of construction projects.	Liberty Road
Sparks Park	The proposed scope for the Old Sparks Elementary School site includes court repairs, road and parking repairs, and a new themed playground to reflect the history of the school site. This scope is subject to change.	Hereford
Sparrows Point Park	The proposed, 21-acre, water view park site plan will be a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum-designed project that features: A 16,000 square-foot community center with a double-court gym, two community-accessible activity rooms and a concessions area A full-size synthetic turf field with LED lighting A 10,000 square-foot playground An ADA-accessible fishing pier and kayak launch A scenic walking path	Sparrows Point
Stansbury Park	The Stansbury Park Overflow Pipe project was initiated by a constituent concern regarding a clogged pipe and overflow into Lynch Cove. It was determined that a civil consultant was needed to properly design a new pipe to make necessary repairs. Multiple agencies are involved in the design, review and approval process. Estimated construction start is fall and estimated completion is winter.	Dundalk-Eastfield

Playground Replacements

The Department is currently working on playground replacements in parks throughout the County. The following playgrounds are in process and the design concepts are available to view:

Completed Projects

Completed projects and their ribbon-cutting dates are listed below.

Hazelwood Skate Park—October 4
Meadow Creek Park—October 15
Middle River Recreation Activity Center (RAC)—August 7
Rosedale RAC—October 22