Walker Pond


Project Overview
Project StatusEnvironmental Analysis (Fall 2024 + Spring 2025)
Design & Community Process (Summer 2025 - Winter 2026)
City Departments 

Recreation Department
Department of Public Works (DPW)
Department of Community Development and Planning (DCDP)

City CommitteesCommunity Preservation Committee
Conservation Commission 
Design TeamWarner Larson
Normandeau Associates, Inc.
VHB 
Feldman Geospatial
McPhail Associates
PM&C
Construction Contractors TBD
Project ContactMichelle Moon, Senior Planner - Open Space


Timeline

Community Preservation Committee - ApplicationFall 2023
Environmental Analysis
Fall 2024 + Spring 2025
Design & Community Process Summer 2025 - Winter 2026
ConstructionTBD

Aerial view of Walker Pond's current conditions

Photos of current site conditions including paths and forested areas

Project Materials 

Community Meeting #1 Materials: August 14, 2025

Community Meeting #2 Materials: November 6, 2025

Community Meeting #3 Materials: February 5, 2026


Design Concept & Renderings (Feb 5, 2025)

Walker Pond concept diagram that includes forested area, community garden, pollinator gardens, and boardwalk around the pond

Circulation diagram to and through the future park

Rendering of proposed shade structure with seating

Rendering of natural playground options

Rendering of overlook area next to the pond