The City of Marina selected Verde Design in 2018 to prepare conceptual master plans for four community parks, including Glorya Jean Tate Park. Through a collaborative planning process that included community workshops, stakeholder engagement, and coordination with City staff, Verde Design developed a vision for transforming the park into a vibrant recreational destination that reflected the community’s priorities. One of the signature elements identified during the planning process was a bicycle pump track designed to serve riders of all ages and skill levels.
Building upon the adopted master plan, the City subsequently retained Verde Design and subconsultant Wormhoudt to provide final design, construction documentation, and construction administration services for the implementation of Phase I improvements. This phase included construction of the bicycle pump track, new picnic areas, accessibility upgrades to the existing park building and parking lot, site furnishings, irrigation improvements, and extensive landscape enhancements. Completed in 2023, the project was recognized with the American Public Works Association (APWA) 2023 Project of the Year Award (Structural Projects under $5 Million) for its innovative design, community benefit, and successful project delivery.
Following the success of Phase I, the City again selected Verde Design to design and implement Phase II improvements, completing the vision established during the original master planning effort. Completed in 2026, Phase II introduced an all-inclusive playground, basketball and pickleball courts, an informal lawn area, dog park, barbecue and picnic facilities, and native, drought-tolerant landscaping that further expanded recreational opportunities while creating an accessible and welcoming park for the entire community.
American Public Works Association (APWA) 2023 Project of the Year (Structural Projects < $5M)
