San Rafael’s Pickleweed Park renovation to begin this fall

After more than a decade of planning, an artificial turf playing field, a new basketball court and more are coming to Pickleweed Park in the Canal neighborhood of San Rafael.

The City Council authorized staff this month to hire Bauman Landscape and Construction for the park renovation. The park is adjacent to the Albert J. Boro Community Center at 50 Canal St.

The contract, including a 10% contingency, equals $7.78 million. It was approved without discussion at the council’s July 15 meeting.