SUMMARY

In 2020, Esprit Park is set to undergo a $7.4 million renovation. The goal is to rehabilitate and modernize the park to account for the increase in Dogpatch population.

The funds for the project were raised by neighbors, with $5million coming from UCSF (to offset their development in Dogpatch), and $2.4million from the Eastern Neighborhoods Community Advisory Group (ENCAC). The original concept for the project was commission by the SF Planning department as part of their broader Dogpatch Public Realm Plan.

David Fletcher of Fletcher Studios is the landscape designer for the project, and he consulted with original architect (and FoEP founding member) Drew Detsch for the 2017 design and will continue to work with Drew through to project implementation. SF Rec & Park Department is the project manager. The Green Benefit District is the fiscal sponsor for the project.

 

Friends of Esprit Park supports a design for Esprit that preserves the integrity and original vision for the park as an urban oasis, with a lush, open, multi-use, green meadow. The health of Esprit and its ability to weather increased use as Dogpatch continue to grow is a top priority. We support establishing one half of the park as an on-leash zone, and designating the other half for owners to enjoy off-leash dog play. We support keeping artificial turf out of the park. As a community center, and the only green space in Dogpatch, Esprit Park should remain a multi-purpose, natural space, allowing for all residents to enjoy as much of the park as possible.

 

NEIGHBORHOOD REPRESENTATION

The Esprit Community Advisory Board represents neighbors, residents, and key stakeholders to ensure the Esprit renovation aligns with community interest in design, budget, and execution.

Current Representatives are:

Irma Lewis - UCSF Community Representative for Esprit Renovation
Sasha Basso - 701 Minnesota St
Denis Maurer - Potrero Boosters
Linda James - Toes & Paws for Green Space
Jared Doumani - Dogpatch Neighborhood Association
Nataly Gattego - Potrero Kids Preschool
Gaynor Strachan Chun - Homes on Esprit Park
Alison Sullivan - Green Benefit District
Monica Leicht - Friends of Potrero Hill Preschool
Susan Fitch - Dogpatch Resident
Patrick Hoctel - Dogpatch Resident
George Slack - Dogpatch Resident