Children’s Park in Isla Vista looking for public’s help in new design

ISLA VISTA, Calif. — The Children’s Park in Isla Vista is planning to get a facelift soon.

The park, located on Camino Del Sur, was built in the 1970s and most recently got a renovation in 1997. Now the Isla Vista Recreation and Parks District is looking to public comments in the next phase of renovations.

On Saturday, Feb. 20, there will be a Zoom meeting for public engagement. Click here to learn how to sign up for the 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Zoom call.

This will be the fourth public comment period for the park. During the first three, the top priorities listed were playgrounds, lighting, landscape, walkways, BBQ pits, restrooms and benches.

The park district plans to apply for a grant of up to $8.5 million for the renovation project.