Project FAQs
The park’s transformation is possible thanks to a lead gift from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation to the City of Buffalo, as well as funding from make local, state, and federal partners. Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA) designed the park in collaboration with the City of Buffalo, Buffalo Urban Development Corporation (BUDC), the University at Buffalo Regional Institute (UBRI), and Imagine LaSalle project partners. Architecture and engineering firm schlaich bergermann partner (sbp) is leading the design and construction of the new pedestrian bridge. BUDC has hired Gardiner & Theobald for project management. A team of diverse construction firms, led by Gilbane Building Company, will provide construction management services.
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The design process is complete, but we welcome feedback during construction. To learn more about the multi-year community led process that led to the final design, visit the Imagine LaSalle website. Check out our FAQs and submit your question in the contact form.
Construction is underway! The first phase of construction will be substantially complete by the end of 2024. The second phase of construction will begin concurrently, during 2024. We will continue to provide updates as the project moves forward.
The park is funded through both public and private partners, including the Ralph C. Wilson Jr., Foundation, federal agencies, New York State, the City of Buffalo, and other partners.
No! Ralph Wilson Park is a City of Buffalo park, and all City of Buffalo parks are free to enter. There is no entrance fee to the park and the majority of events will be free. There may be fees associated with some activities, such as kayak rentals.
The rest rooms at the pool building are open when the pool is open. Currently port-a-potties are located throughout the park. After construction, ADA-accessible rest rooms will be located in several comfort stations at key locations.