
First visitors check out the fountain plaza.
Everyone was pleasantly surprised this morning when The City decided to partially re-open Berczy Park despite delays finalizing a few park features. Bright and early, construction crews removed the metal fencing, giving the public access to the park pathways, main plaza and the mural garden/on-leash pet area behind the Flatiron Building.
While crews continue to work in the park, everyone can now enjoy the broad, accessible walkways, ample seating, and extensive lighting that will ensure safe nighttime use.

a close-up view of pet-themed fountain, topped with golden bone and 27 dogs/1 cat sculpture.
The City reports that:
- Some park features are yet to be installed, including some pet sculptures in and around the fountain, plus fountain lighting and paving.
- Also to be installed in Spring 2017: a dramatic children’s play/art structure, designed by local artist Luis Jacob, will complete the currently-fenced off greenspace bordering Scott St.
- All landscaped, grassy areas, will be fenced-off/off limits to the public until Spring 2017 to protect the newly laid sod and allow healthy roots to establish.
- Additional trees will be added around the park border along Wellington St in 2017, following scheduled street repairs.
- Temporary trash and recycling bins are in place, and more will be added around the park perimeter to help keep the park clean.
- As a result, the City has postponed the park grand-opening celebration until the Spring, when all park features are in place, including additional moveable furniture around the fountain plaza.
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