American Legion Memorial Park - Concept Comments

The City of Grand Rapids is developing a master plan for American Legion Memorial Park to improve the park's facilities, maximize the use of space, and capitalize on economic benefits. We are seeking feedback on these two concepts between April 1 and May 10, 2026. The feedback will be used to pull elements from both concepts to develop a final master plan for the park. Please take this short survey to provide your input and ideas.

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Concept A: Four Seasons Fields & Recreational Hub

• Creates a year‑round recreation destination with indoor and outdoor sports, activities, and gathering spaces for all ages.
• New indoor fieldhouse near Noble Hall Field allows soccer, football, and other field sports to be played year‑round.
• Reconfigured outdoor fields provide more flexible, multi‑use athletic spaces and improve drainage and usability.
• Expanded active recreation along 16th Street, including an additional flexible sports field and a rebuilt skatepark.
• Potential regional curling center north of Yanmar Arena near McKinney Lake, with an on‑site restaurant and possible hotel to attract tournaments and visitors.
• Boat launch remains in its current location to continue serving lake users.
• Ryan Flood becomes a community centerpiece, featuring:
  • A large, inclusive playground
  • A signature water feature
  • A flexible gathering plaza and pavilion
  • More parking for daily use and events
• Improved walking and biking connections throughout the park make it easier and safer to move between areas.
• New trailhead west of the high school for mountain biking and cross‑country skiing, plus a mountain bike skills park.
• Traffic and safety improvements include a new roundabout at Highway 38 and 14th Street.
• Additional parking is distributed across the park to support large events without overwhelming any single area.
• Fieldhouse costs are high, estimated at about $14 million, with user fees expected to help cover ongoing operation and maintenance.