John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park Enhancements Now Underway

DUNEDIN, FL — The Pioneer Park construction project began the week of July 12. The project involves the revitalization of Pioneer Park at 400 Main St. in downtown Dunedin.

During construction, the park will be entirely fenced off and three pedestrian crosswalks will be temporarily closed with barricades, including:

• On Main Street at Douglas Avenue
• On Douglas Avenue at Main Street
• On Douglas Avenue at Virginia Lane

The project is anticipated to last 120 days.

Note: The Downtown Summer Market will be relocating to 349 Main St. during this project.

Because of the popularity of John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park and it being one of the most active green spaces in Dunedin, the city is taking this opportunity to make enhancements to the park.

The Community Redevelopment staff and Parks and Recreation staff retained consultants Cardno/BDG to develop concepts for enhancing the park and have chosen the plan which reflects the curvilinear shape of the recently renovated stage.

The design proposes planting, hardscape and natural turf materials which will beautify the park while still allowing the demands of the various events held there.

Construction documents have been completed with plans for construction to begin in July with a proposed completion date in October.

Current improvements include stage steps, lighting and brickwork and updated plaques at entrance

The actual improvements to the park will consist of brick pavers, stained concrete and re-sodding with Bermuda turf as well art walls along both ends of the park on Main Street side.