FROG Park permanent restroom
The City of Oakland approved funding for the proposed permanent restroom at FROG Park/Hardy Park. A second neighborhood meeting was held in June to gather public input on plans.
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FROG Park permanent restroom
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Summary
Work on the new Frog Park restroom is moving ahead, with construction underway and expected to open early summer. Replaces a 10-year interim Porta-Potty solution. Funding secured through Councilmember Brunner's office; CalTrans approved current location.
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Site group: FROG Park / Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt
Frog Park (Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt area)
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FROG Park permanent restroomFROG Park restroom (Frog Park)FROG Park restroom construction
Timeline
FROG Park permanent restroom
A new permanent unisex restroom was to be built at FROG Park, located on City property near the Hardy Street turn-around, replacing the temporary portable restroom on Caltrans property. Funding was allocated in the City's two-year budget by Councilmember Brunner. The restroom was expected to be ready for use by fall 2009.
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FROG Park restroom construction
Construction of a permanent unisex restroom at FROG Park (Friends of Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt) is planned to begin in December 2010, replacing the existing Porta Potty. The restroom will be approximately 6x8 feet with solar lighting.
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FROG Park restroom construction
Construction of a permanent single unisex restroom at FROG Park begins later in December 2010, replacing the Porta Potty. The 6x8 foot structure uses existing sewer and water lines, has solar panel lighting, and will be locked at night. Construction expected to take about three months.
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FROG Park restroom (Frog Park)
Construction of a new permanent public restroom at Frog Park began February 28 and was expected to continue for about three months. It replaces a years-long Porta-Potty solution. A Porta-Potty was to be relocated nearby during construction.
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FROG Park restroom (Frog Park)
Work on the new Frog Park restroom is moving ahead, with construction underway and expected to open early summer. Replaces a 10-year interim Porta-Potty solution. Funding secured through Councilmember Brunner's office; CalTrans approved current location.
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Quotes
“Just Released: The city has approved funding for the proposed FROG Park permanent bathroom improvement.”2007_07 - FROG Park Corner sidebar, July issue
“The starkly utilitarian comforts of portable restrooms will soon be a thing of the past for visitors to Rockridge's FROG Park.”2008_06 - FROG Park restroom article, June 2008
“Funding for the new restroom was allocated in the City's two-year budget by Councilmember Brunner.”2008_06 - FROG Park restroom article, June 2008
“Restroom construction should begin later in December. The single, unisex restroom will be about 6 feet by 8 feet in size, with a sink, flush toilet, and solar panels for lighting.”2010_12 - FROG Park Year-End Report article, 2010_12
“Construction began on the new Frog Park restroom February 28, and will continue for about three months. The Porta-Potty will be moved to a nearby location, and will be open during construction.”2011_03 - Frog Park Restroom Update box, p. 11