West Edgewater Green (Park 599)

Project Summary

Groundbreaking of the future park 599 site — Groundbreaking of Park 599 including Ald. Vasquez, Parks Dept. Commissioner Rosa Escareno, State Rep Kevin Olickal, and WEAR President Scott Fink

Over a decade ago, neighbors in the West Edgewater neighborhood expressed a desire to redevelop the Edgewater Medical Center into a public park. Many acquisition and development milestones later, Park 599 is officially under construction! The park will occupy roughly 33% of the original Edgewater Hospital site, and will include green space, pavers and sidewalks, tables and seating, native pollinator plants, and trees.

Project Overview

Neighborhood: West Edgewater
Zip Code: 60660
Scope and boundaries: 1623 W Edgewater Ave
Timeline: Spring-Summer 2024
Project Website

Status: In progress

Scope & Design

Located just east of Rosehill Cemetery at 1623 W. Edgewater, the park (currently designated as Park 599) will provide a new green space for Chicago’s residents, visitors, and wildlife.

Project Goals

Create a public greenspace for residents of West Edgewater and beyond to enjoy
Improve sustainability with the addition of mature trees and native plants
Provide space for events and community gatherings

Press & Media

Andersonville Park, Over A Decade In The Making, Finally Breaks Ground, via Block Club Chicago
Andersonville Neighbors Get A Look At Designs For Park To Be Built Behind Old Edgewater Hospital via Block Club Chicago

Design schematic of Park 599 Development — The first design concept has a peanut-shaped walking path with tables and chairs. Credit: Chicago Park District

Design Exhibits

Park 599 Presentation, April 2023

Project Features

Open Greenspace
Landscaping, including rain gardens and native pollinator plantings and mature trees
Pavers and sidewalk
Seating, including ornamental benches and tables and chairs
Storm-water utilities
Drinking fountain
Ornamental lights and fencing

Timeline & Construction Updates

Project Timeline

Bidding: The Planning and Development team at the Park District is finalizing designs and drawings in order to bid the project out.
Groundbreaking: Fall 2023
Construction: Spring-Summer 2024
Estimated Completion: Summer 2024

Construction Updates

According to our most recent updates, contractors estimate that construction will be completed by the end of Q2, 2024!

Engagement

Community Meetings

Public Engagement

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