Broadway Parque – City of Fresno

Address: 940 N Broadway Street, Fresno, CA 93728

Grand Opening: July 31, 2025.

Investment: $3 million – funded through the City’s General Fund and Measure P.

The old fire station, originally built in 1965 and later repurposed as a storage facility for the Fresno Police Department, was demolished in 2017 due to its deteriorating condition. Following the demolition, South Tower neighbors recognized an opportunity to transform the vacant lot into much much-needed neighborhood park that would bring additional green space to the community.

The City-owned parcel presented a unique opportunity for the development of additional green space. What began as a vision from residents became a collaborative community effort, made possible through support from Measure P.

In 2022, the City partnered with an architectural firm to begin the design process for the new park. The City’s PARCS Department held community outreach meetings where residents shared ideas and provided input to help shape the park’s final design.

This initiative was driven by an engaged group of South Tower residents who formed the Broadway Parque Committee. To recognize and honor the dedication and community spirit of the neighbors, Councilmember Miguel Arias renamed South Tower Park to Broadway Parque. Thanks to the neighbors’ persistent advocacy and strong collaboration with the City, this park became a reality. Broadway Parque is a neighborhood park, built for the neighbors, by the neighbors.

Broadway Parque offers a variety of features designed to create a safe, accessible, and engaging community space for all ages.

Park Features and Amenities:

Playground area with a play structure, swing set with an accessible swing.
Interactive musical play features.
Shade structures covering the playground and stage area.
Park furnishings, including perimeter fencing and entry gate, site lighting, drinking fountain, benches, picnic tables, trash receptacles, bike racks, and opportunities for public art installations.
Concrete sidewalks and pathways.
Drought-tolerant landscaping and irrigation systems to support 33 new trees and low-water vegetation.

Timeline:

2017: Demolition of the old Fire Station.

2022: Agreement signed for architectural and design services.

2024: Construction contract awarded.

2025: Project completed.