Boise Parks and Recreation is proposing the acquisition of a piece of undeveloped property in West Boise to turn into a neighborhood park.
While the .26-acre space, which is in a cul-de-sac off N. Welford Avenue, is small in size, it has the potential to make a big impact for neighbors in a currently underserved part of the city.
The Boise City Council will vote to use Open Space and Clean Water Levy funds to purchase the .26-acre parcel at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, November 12.
Mayor Lauren McLean has championed the City of Boise’s 10-Minute Walk to a Park goal and continues to encourage creativity in meeting it.
The proposed park site would offer 1,929 residents from 823 households on the West Bench the ability to access a neighborhood park within a 10-minute walk.
If approved, the city would purchase the property from the Maple Grove Homeowner’s Association for $250,000, which includes anticipated closing costs.
