On April 17, West Sacramento celebrated the groundbreaking of the highly anticipated Westacre Park Renovation and Expansion Project. Members of the City Council, community members, and project partners gathered at the park site to mark the beginning of this transformation.

Director of Parks and Recreation Kate Smith welcomed attendees and expressed gratitude to the many individuals and partners who contributed to the project.

“This marks the start of an exciting upgrade for Westacre Park—a space that will soon become a vibrant hub for recreation, fitness, and fun for residents of all ages,” said Smith. “Every element of this project was shaped with input from the community, for the community.”

Mayor Martha Guerrero reflected on the site’s deep roots in the neighborhood, formerly home to Westacre Elementary School, and praised the collaborative spirit behind the renovation.

“Today’s groundbreaking is not just about infrastructure—it’s about building a stronger, more connected West Sacramento,” she said. “From a splash pad and skate park to inclusive play areas and updated courts, Westacre Park will be a space where families gather and generations thrive.”

Funded by the Prop 68 Statewide Park Development & Community Revitalization Grant, Westacre Park, at 1755 Evergreen Ave., will soon feature new amenities designed to enhance outdoor activities and community engagement.

Some of those new amenities will include:

Brand-new skate park and pump track

A refreshing splash pad and climbing wall

Upgraded sports courts and fields

Modern public restrooms, shade structures, & ADA-compliant parking

Health & fitness labyrinth + innovative play structures

Enhanced lighting, trash receptacles and parking

According to reporting from the West Sacramento News Ledger, the total cost of the expansion is estimated at roughly $8,511,751, including $489,902 paid to the Melton Design Group for park designs and markups. Westacre Park, though owned by the Washington Unified School District, is improved and maintained by the city through a joint use agreement with the local schools.

District 2 Councilmember Quirina Orozco shared a personal story about the 12-acre park’s importance to her family and highlighted future connectivity enhancements.

“Soon, families will be able to safely walk or bike here from both sides of the freeway thanks to the Sycamore Trail overpass,” she said. “This project truly represents our city’s commitment to equity and access.”

The project is expected to wrap up around mid-2026, according to city officials.