At its April 28 meeting, the Folsom City Council unanimously approved the Benevento Family Park Master Development Plan, marking a major step forward for this future neighborhood park in Empire Ranch, adjacent to Vista del Lago High School.

The approved plan uses a flexible approach called additive alternates, allowing the city to stay within budget while still delivering the most important park features.

Benevento Family Park is designed to offer a wide range of recreational opportunities for all ages, with features that take advantage of the site’s natural terrain and scenic views.

Planned highlights include:

• Separate shaded playgrounds for ages 2-5 and 5-12.
• Four lighted pickleball courts, a basketball court, and a flexible-use field.
• Shaded picnic areas with scenic views.
• Walking paths and a natural trail around the pond.
• On-site parking and restrooms.
• If funding allows, a fishing dock with pond access, a concrete path around the pond, and sand volleyball courts.

Construction is anticipated to begin in February 2027, with park opening expected in spring 2028.

With this approval, the project will move into the next phases of design and construction.

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