The City of Porterville received California State Department Prop 68: Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program grant in the amount of $7.8 Million Dollars. The awarded application was written by California Consulting Project Manager Audra Lee in collaboration with the hard-working and dedicated City staff.
Fourth Street Community Park revitalization project property is a walking path and empty lot. At present, the walking trail has no destination. The project will complete the existing walking path, increase resident and community safety, add amenities, and become a community recreational opportunity.
The Fourth Street Community Park revitalization will significantly improve residential recreational opportunities, and add amenities the community desired including; a multi-use community center, multi-use gym, arts, and craft space, youth center, rock wall, racquetball/wallyball court, ADA accessible playground, splash pad, challenge course, public track, mini-pitch soccer arena, landscaping, outdoor exercise equipment, picnic shelter, pump track, and parking lot. Essential safety features such as security cameras will further encourage residents to use the space, increasing overall community and resident health and well-being.