Each year the Fargo Park District dedicates time and resources to enhancing the parks system in the "City of Parks." Below learn more about current, future and completed park district projects throughout Fargo. The list below includes capital improvements, rehabilitation and other projects. Note: Projects with a status of current means the project has been approved by the Fargo Park Board.
For questions on any of the projects listed below, please contact the Fargo Park District at 701-499-6060 or info@fargoparks.com.
To request service at a park or provide feedback on a specific location, please use the Public Feedback Form.
To request the addition of a project to the Capital Improvement Plan, please use the Capital Project Prioritization Form.
Current Projects
Status: Current
Location: Various parks
Estimated Completion: Ongoing
Project Overview:
With Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) confirmed within Moorhead city limits, the Fargo Park District is actively working with city and state officials to help slow the spread of the invasive species throughout Fargo’s parks, trails and green spaces.
The Fargo Park District currently cares for over 26,000 trees, of which roughly 3,500 or 14% are ash trees. For the past ten years, the Fargo Park District Forestry team has been actively removing ash trees in poor condition and diversifying park tree species to help mitigate a possible EAB infestation. The City of Moorhead has issued quarantine procedures to help slow the spread of the pest.
The Fargo Park's EAB mitigation strategy includes removing small ash trees, those with a stem diameter at breast height of less than or equal to 8" and replace those removed the following year. Approximately 700 ash trees will be treated chemically on a biannual rotation to preserve them and prevent decline from EAB infestation. This will maintain a population of about 1400-2000 ash trees in the Fargo park system.
To view a map of trees that are marked for removal or treatment, visit the links below. Each colored dot annotates a tree that will be removed and subsequently replaced.
Status: Current
Location: Island Park
Estimated Completion: Fall 2024
Project Overview: Construction of the pool at Island Park will start in the spring of 2023 and plans to be complete the fall of 2024
The financing for this project was discussed at the March Park Board meeting.
The Fargo Park District is in the planning stages for a replacement pool at the current Island Park Pool location. A centrally located summer fixture, the Island Park Pool has served the community in its current design since 1977. The pool and fixtures are outdated and nearing the end of its lifespan.
The financing for this project was discussed at the March 9, 2021 and April 13, 2021 Park Board meetings. Options for replacement were discussed at the April 13, 2021 Park Board meeting. This project has an updated timeline that was discussed at the October 5, 2021 board meeting.
The public celebrated one final summer at the current Island Park Pool. Plans will be made for the pool to open for the 2022 season with demolition beginning in the fall of 2022 after it closes.
Project Updates:
- Public Feedback Wanted on Proposed Island Park Pool Project October 30, 2020
- Fargo Park District Board Moves Forward with Funding Discussions on Two Key Projects March 9, 2021
- Park Board Meeting March 9, 2021
- Park Board Meeting April 13, 2021
- Fargo Park District to Hold Public Input Meetings for Future of Island Park Pool August 16, 2021
- Park Board Meeting October 5, 2021
- Fargo Park District Plans for Two Big Projects October 5, 2021
- Fargo Park District Board Approves Capital Project Funding Model November 9, 2021
- Fargo Park Board Considers Resolution February 8, 2022
- Fargo Park Board Makes Key Decisions on Several Items June 14, 2022
- Fargo Park District to Hold Island Park Pool Project Open House July 26, 2022
- Fargo Park District to Celebrate Final Week of Island Park Pool Friday, August 12, 2022
- Proposed Island Park Pool Project Scope Friday, July 29, 2022
Survey Results:
Status: Current
Location: Woodhaven South
Project Overview:
This project will remove old park equipment and replace it with 2-5 year old and 5-12 year old equipment. Work also includes removing and replacing play surface material, an improved drainage system, the addition of surrounding benches and a new ADA accessible border.
Status: Current
Location: Village West
Project Overview:
This project will remove old park equipment and replace it with 2-5 year old and 5-12 year old equipment. Work also includes removing and replacing play surface material, an improved drainage system, the addition of surrounding benches and a new ADA accessible border.
Status: Current
Location: Jefferson West Park, McCormick Park, Village West Park
Project Overview:
Existing asphalt trails will be removed and replaced with new concrete trails.
Completed Projects
Status: Complete
Location: Sports Arena
Project Overview:
The reroofing project will begin on June 19th and completion is expected by August 25th. Construction will be completed in two phases to ensure that the facilities are still open for public use.
The Sports Arena, located at 2001 17th Avenue S, is used by the public and school district for many recreational programs and activities including hockey, ice skating, walking, jogging and volleyball. The facility features a running track, weight room and figure skating rink.
Status: Completed
Location: Coliseum
Estimated Completion: Summer 2023
Project Overview:
This is a collaborative project between the Fargo Public Schools and the Fargo Park District. The Park District portion has been completed in the Summer of 2022, School district portion will likely be completed in the Summer of 2023.The lot is currently open for parking.
To view the project's concept, click here.
Status: Complete
Location: Edgewood Public Golf Course
Project Overview:
The project will involve installing a ribbon of concrete and adhering a strip of turf to the concrete to create a more resilient tee line for golfers. The artificial tee line will primarily be used in the spring and fall when the natural turf grass is not growing naturally. It can also be used when the course experiences extremely wet conditions and at times when staff need to do maintenance to the natural grass areas of the driving range. A similar tee line was installed at Osgood Public Golf Course last summer and has been favorably received by both staff and golfers.
Status: Complete
Location: Yunker Farm Park
Estimated Completion: May 2023
Project Overview:
The Master Plan process was completed in the Summer of 2023. Commissioners will now consider future plans, timelines, contractors, etc.
As part of the Yunker Farm Master Plan, Fargo Parks is considering existing site features and possible new uses. The process also includes significant input from the community and stakeholders to establish master plan goals and concepts.
Yunker Farm Park is a 55-acre park owned and operated for over 40 years by the Fargo Park District. What makes Yunker Farm Park unique is the numerous uses, attractions, history and interesting landscape and buildings that make this park special.
View the Final Master Plan (June 2023)
Status: Completed
Location: Trollwood Park
Estimated Completion: Spring 2023
Project Overview:
This project is replacing the old asphalt trail with concrete.
Please note: due to this ongoing project, trails and sidewalks will not be plowed in Trollwood Park during the winter of 2023.
Status: Completed
Location: Rose Creek Public Golf Course
Estimated Completion: Spring 2023
Project Overview:
This project includes updating all of the heating and cooling at the Rose Creek Clubhouse. The update also includes converting the units from electric to natural gas, which will help save considerable dollars in the operation of heating and cooling in the building.
Final placement of air handling units have been completed, some minor electrical works are yet to be done, project should be completed by Spring of 2023.
Status: Complete
Location: Osgood Public Golf Course
Estimated Completion: Spring 2023
Project Overview:
This project is to stabilize slopes at the Osgood Public Golf Course. The project is to correct soil conditions and lower slopes in areas where slumping has occurred. Work takes place on the 6th and 8th holes.
The project is 95% complete, some seeding and minor grading will take place in the Spring before the completion.
Note: Project is weather dependent and may be pushed back if conditions warrant an extended completion timeframe.
Status: Completed
Location: Island Park
Project Overview:
At the October 5, 2021 Fargo Park Board Meeting, commissioners approved and awarded a proposal for Master Planning Services at Island Park to AGL Landscape Architects and RDG Planning and Design.
The preparation of a master plan for Island Park will help build a better understanding of how the park is used, what existing features are to be preserved for the future and what other ideas can be generated to help guide future decisions and capital improvements within Island Park. The final master plan will provide a summary of these ideas, priorities and opportunities as a guiding document for the Fargo Park District to help plan and implement future park improvements for the next 20 years and beyond.
The master plan completed in May 2022.
Project Updates:
- Fargo Park District Plans Two Big Projects October 5, 2021
- Park Board Meeting October 5, 2021
- Master Planning Project Begins for Island Park February 2, 2022
- Island Park MindMixer Site
- View the Island Park Master Plan
Status: Completed
Location: Oak Grove Park
Project Overview:
At the July 29, 2020 Facilities Committee Meeting, the City of Fargo presented preliminary information regarding the need to construct additional flood mitigation projects within the City. Five of the new neighborhood projects are adjacent to Park District property which will result in varying levels of impacts to the properties and in some cases, amenities. The City of Fargo will maintain access to the park throughout the construction timeline.
They presented the final design for the property adjacent to Oak Grove Park at the February 24, 2021 Facilities Committee Meeting. The City requested approval for an easement to construct the levy. It was recommended at the February 24, 2021 Facilities Committee Meeting to bring this to the full board for further discussion at the March 9, 2021 meeting.
Project Updates:
Status: Completed
Location: Brunsdale Park
Project Overview:
This project adds three additional outdoor pickleball courts to the Brunsdale Pickleball Complex. The courts will be located north of the existing courts to create a 9-court pickleball complex at Brunsdale Park.
Status: Completed
Location: Westgate Park
Project Overview:
This project will remove old park equipment and replace it with 2-5 year old and 5-12 year old equipment. Work also includes removing and replacing play surface material, an improved drainage system, the addition of surrounding benches and a new ADA accessible boarder.
Status: Completed
Location: Lindenwood Park
Project Overview:
This project includes adding additional parking spaces by the lower shelters.
Status: Completed
Location: Willow Park
Project Overview:
This project will remove old park equipment and replace it with 2-5 year old and 5-12 year old equipment. Work also includes removing and replacing play surface material, an improved drainage system, the addition of surrounding benches and a new ADA accessible boarder.
Status: Completed
Location: Osgood Public Golf Course
Project Overview:
This project constructed a 390 linear foot long by 8' wide artificial turf tee box on the Osgood driving range.
Status: Completed
Location: Rose Creek Public Golf Course
Estimated Completion: Fall 2021
Project Overview:
This project is to remove old siding and install new siding on the Rose Creek clubhouse. Projected start the week of October 25, 2021 with completion yet this fall.
Status: Completed
Location: Lindenwood Park
Project Overview:
A new concrete road replaced the failing asphalt road starting just east of the information center. The three shelters along the existing road were moved to align with the new road.
Status: Completed
Location: Mickelson Park
Project Overview:
This project removed the older wooden poles from along Oak Street and moved the lights in closer to the field to provide adequate lighting for field number three at the complex.
Status: Completed
Location: Brunsdale Park
Project Overview:
Resurfaced the parking lot at Brunsdale Park.
Status: Completed
Location: Centennial Park
Project Overview:
The Centennial Basketball Courts Project adds basketball courts to the northeast corner of Centennial Park. The additional basketball courts accommodate the need for more amenities at a location with parking available and also help reduce congestion at nearby neighborhood parks.
Status: Completed
Location: Longfellow Park
Project Overview:
Four pickleball courts were added to Longfellow Park across from Longfellow Elementary School in north Fargo.
Status: Completed
Location: Trefoil Park
Project Overview: This project was part of the City of Fargo's flood mitigation where increased river elevation through the City from 35 feet to 37 feet during a 100 year flood event required the City to construct additional flood mitigation projects within the City to ensure 37 foot flow would not require any emergency measures.
Status: Completed
Location: Valley View Park
Project Overview:
Four newly constructed pickleball courts are open at Valley View Park north of Independence Elementary School in south Fargo.
Status: Completed
Location: Lindenwood Park
Project Overview:
Removed the old rubber from the Rotary Playground and replaced it with new rubber.
