Mellett Playground Multi-Purpose Play Area and Handball Reconstruction

  • Design
    100% complete
  • Procurement
    40% complete
  • Construction
    0% complete

This project will reconstruct the basketball and handball courts and construct new pickleball courts, synthetic turf and walking track in Mellett Playground.

Project Notes

Project Update: The solicitation documents have been issued to contractors, and Parks is awaiting the submission of bids.

The completion date has changed. To learn more about why schedules change, please visit the How We Build Parks page.

Project Timeline

Design

Assigned & Start Date: December 2022
Projected Completion Date: December 2023
Completion Date: May 2024

Procurement

Start Date: May 2024
Projected Completion Date: April 2026
Adjusted Completion Date: December 2025

Construction

The average time for construction is 12-18 months. The construction timeline for this specific contract will be established at the conclusion of the procurement phase.

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Funding

Total Funding: Between $1 million and $3 million
Funding Sources:
  • City Council
  • Mayoral
Design of Mellett Playground Multi-Purpose Play Area and Handball Reconstruction

Location

Mellett Playground, Brooklyn
Avenue V between East 13th Street and East 14th Street
Community Board: 15

 

Project Staff

Project Liaison: James Morris
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Last updated: 06/30/2025