A Major Milestone in Bringing Santa Rosa’s Newest Park to Life!
After months of anticipation, the Santa Rosa City Council has taken a major step forward for the Southeast Greenway. On June 16, 2026, the Council approved a contract with CMG Landscape Architecture to lead the master planning process for the nearly two-mile corridor connecting Farmers Lane to Spring Lake.
This marks the official start of the next chapter for the Greenway: planning the transformation of 49 acres once slated for freeway expansion into a vibrant, welcoming public park in the heart of our city.
CMG brings deep experience shaping public spaces across the Bay Area. The San Francisco-based firm led the landscape design for the Petaluma River Park project, which will become a destination park. They designed Mission Rock, the waterfront neighborhood near Oracle Park developed in partnership with the San Francisco Giants, and played a leading role in long-term planning for Crissy Field, one of the most visited and beloved parks in the region. Their portfolio also includes major civic and waterfront resilience projects throughout Northern California—work that should translate well to a community-defining space like the Southeast Greenway.
According to the City of Santa Rosa’s announcement, community outreach will begin soon, giving residents a chance to help shape a shared vision for the park. Input gathered from participants will inform a draft master plan, expected to be ready for public review in spring or summer 2027.
This is wonderful news, and a strong signal that real progress is finally underway. As outreach plans take shape over the coming weeks, we’ll be right here to help spread the word.
Stay connected with us for upcoming opportunities to get involved and make your voice heard as planning begins.