McNeil Park project grant
Summary
The city is converting the old El Portal Elementary site into a 4.86-acre park with a soccer field, playground, and basketball court, named for the late Mayor Leonard McNeil. Construction is expected in 2027, lifting San Pablo from one of the county's lowest parkland-per-resident ratios.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded largely by grants — the city has applied for nine — with construction expected in 2027.
Residents of the densely populated, lower-income neighborhood around the site who lack green space.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — April 6, 2026
The council added $219,013 to a consulting contract for artificial turf product and procurement studies for McNeil Park and the Rumrill turf replacement projects.
City Council — March 16, 2026
The council accepted a $1 million state grant to convert an empty debris-strewn lot into McNeil Park, with grading, landscaping, and preserved mature trees.
Planning Commission — February 24, 2026
The city is converting the old El Portal Elementary site into a 4.86-acre park with a soccer field, playground, and basketball court, named for the late Mayor Leonard McNeil. Construction is expected in 2027, lifting San Pablo from one of the county's lowest parkland-per-resident ratios.
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