Holjes Sheppard Memorial Park: Park, Roadway & Playground Renovation Timeline
Posted October 14, 2025Project Goal: To create a safer, more accessible, and enjoyable community space by upgrading the park, resurfacing the road, pavilion and installing new ADA-compliant playground equipment.
Project Timeline:
Phase 1 –Playground Demolition
- Monday, October 13, 2025
Phase 2 – Award of Contracts
- Wednesday, October 15, 2025, Boro Hall Council meeting 7 pm
Phase 3 –Excavation and Installation of Drainage
- On or about October 20, 2025, depending on required submittals by the contractor, Mobilization and site preparation is anticipated to begin
- Anticipated sequence of construction to include excavation/grading of the new playground area followed by
- Installation of Drainage
- Reconstruction of Park Roadway, including the installation of curbing
- Earthwork for new building pads
- Asphalt surfacing of reconstruction park roadway.
- Restoration of Disturbed Areas.
Phase 4- Playground, Barn and Pavilion Installation
- To follow Excavation
- Installation of ADA-compliant playground equipment
- Pouring of rubber safety surface
- Installation of barn and pavilion
Phase 5 – Park Enhancements
- To follow Installation
- Landscaping and tree planting
- Benches
🎉 Grand Reopening Celebration upon completion!
Contact & Info: Boro Hall: Karen Romano 908-236-2425 Email: clerk@lebanonboro.com Website: lebanonboro.com
🚧 Please Note: The Park and Playground will be temporarily closed during construction. Thank you for your patience as we build a better space for everyone!