Project Announcement — May 2026
Azul Works, Inc. Breaks Ground on Linden Park: Bringing a New Green Space to South San Francisco’s Old Town Neighborhood
Azul Works, Inc. is proud to be the awarded contractor for the City of South San Francisco’s new neighborhood park and cultural plaza at Linden Avenue and Pine Avenue — a long-awaited green space for the heart of Old Town.
By the Azul Works, Inc. Team · South San Francisco, California · May 2026
Azul Works, Inc. has been awarded by the City of South San Francisco to build the new park at 616 and 700 Linden Avenue.
South San Francisco’s Old Town neighborhood reached a milestone this month as city officials, community members, and project partners gathered at 700 Linden Avenue for the official groundbreaking of the new park at Linden Avenue and Pine Avenue. Azul Works, Inc., a San Francisco Bay Area-based, women-owned, SF SBA-LBE certified contractor, is honored to serve as the contractor for this transformative public project on behalf of the City of South San Francisco.
The groundbreaking marks the culmination of years of community engagement, careful planning, and dedicated public investment. For the residents of Old Town — one of South San Francisco’s most densely populated and underserved neighborhoods for open space — this park represents something deeply meaningful: a place to gather, play, and belong.
About the New Linden Park at Linden Avenue and Pine Avenue
The new park will transform two formerly underutilized parcels at 616 and 700 Linden Avenue, along with an approximately 100-foot section of Pine Avenue, into a vibrant neighborhood destination. Designed from the ground up with extensive community input, the park will feature:
• A plaza and outdoor event space for performances and community gatherings
• Open lawns and picnic areas for families and neighbors
• A community-designed playground featuring a Multi-Kid Spinner, Group Swing, Climbing Structure, Double Slide, Spiral Net, and Monkey Bars
• A fitness area for residents of all ages
• 17 parking spaces to support park visitors and nearby businesses along Linden Avenue
• New lighting and drought-tolerant landscaping throughout
• Integrated mosaic public art — four sculptural columns, a pavement mosaic inlay, and a mosaic-clad playground sculpture — created by a local artist
The total project budget is $5.5 million, funded through a combination of state grants including $3.2 million in State funding, an additional $830,000 from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund, Park Impact Fees, and developer contributions. Construction is expected to continue through 2026, with the park projected to open in early 2027.
A Community-Driven Vision, Years in the Making
What makes Linden Park exceptional is not just what will be built — it’s how it was built in vision. Over the past several years, the City of South San Francisco engaged Old Town residents through multiple open houses, pop-up events, merchant roundtables, surveys, and community art previews. With 87% of survey respondents coming from Old Town itself, the park’s design is a direct reflection of what the neighborhood asked for: inclusive play, gathering space, greenery, and art that represents the community.
The park’s groundbreaking was celebrated alongside U.S. Rep. Kevin Mullin and State Parks District Superintendent Chris Spohrer — a testament to the regional significance of bringing new green space to this part of the Bay Area.
The site itself has a history worth noting: formerly home to Volonte Automotive, the parcels underwent thorough environmental remediation. Underground storage tanks were removed in 1993, contaminated soil was hauled off site, and extensive testing in 2023 and 2024 confirmed the site is safe for a park. Azul Works will also voluntarily remove a small area of lead-impacted soil as part of construction, further ensuring the safety of the community for generations to come.
Azul Works, Inc. and the City of South San Francisco: Building with Integrity
Azul Works, Inc. was awarded the construction contract by South San Francisco City Council in April 2026 following a competitive public bid process. This partnership reflects the City’s trust in Azul Works’ proven track record of delivering complex public-works projects safely, on time, and within budget.
As an SF SBA-LBE certified, women-owned contractor with over twenty-five years of experience, Azul Works brings the full range of in-house capabilities this project demands: horizontal construction including grading, excavation, concrete, and utility work; vertical construction and facility improvements; and full electrical services. By self-performing many of these trades, Azul Works maintains tighter control over quality, safety, and scheduling — ensuring that the City and the Old Town community receive a park that will stand the test of time.
For Azul Works, projects like Linden Park represent our deepest purpose: building spaces where communities come alive. We believe every shovel of dirt turned today is an investment in the children who will play here, the families who will gather here, and the neighborhood that will grow around this space for decades to come.
What to Expect During Construction
Construction on the new park at Linden Avenue and Pine Avenue is now underway. Azul Works will manage all site work, utility installation, concrete and paving, and coordination of public art installation in partnership with the selected mosaic artist. Our experienced project management team will communicate openly with the City, nearby residents, and local businesses throughout the construction process.
Key milestones to look forward to:
• Groundbreaking: May 8, 2026
• Construction period: Spring 2026 through late 2026
• Community mosaic art construction: Later in 2026, with resident participation alongside artist J Muzacz
• Anticipated park opening: Early 2027
About Azul Works, Inc.
Azul Works, Inc. is a California-based, women-owned construction company with over twenty-five years of experience delivering public-works, infrastructure, and community facility projects throughout the Bay Area. Certified as an SF SBA-LBE contractor and fully licensed and bonded in the State of California, Azul Works is an active and compliant contractor in good standing with the City and County of San Francisco and surrounding municipalities.
Azul Works specializes in horizontal construction (grading, excavation, paving, utilities), vertical construction (renovations and facility improvements), and full electrical services. Our integrated, in-house approach delivers consistent quality, safety, and efficiency on every project. We are proud to mentor local talent, partner with diverse subcontractors, and contribute to the communities in which we build.
We are honored to build Linden Park for the City of South San Francisco and the residents of Old Town, and we look forward to delivering a space that the entire community will be proud of for years to come.
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Azul Works, Inc. is the awarded contractor for the New Park at Linden Avenue and Pine Avenue project in South San Francisco, CA 94080. For more information about Azul Works’ public works projects and capabilities, visit our website or contact us directly.
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