Overview

Nino Gallo Park is an almost 9-acre park parcel located in southeast Longmont south of the Blue Vista subdivision and north of Quebec Ave. It is the oldest neighborhood in Longmont that does not currently have a park within one-half mile.

Neighborhood parks typically include a parking lot, a restroom, shelters, playgrounds and open turf areas. That being said, there are always unique opportunities for each park site, so we are open to public ideas on what should be included in the park.

Nino Gallo Park Master Plan

Scheduled timeline

While the Nino Gallo project was delayed due to COVID-19, park design documents are now 100% complete. It is currently in the construction bidding phase, and it’s anticipated to be awarded to a contractor in January 2024. Following that contract award, this page will be updated with the construction project schedule.

Preferred Park Concept

After working with residents through a series of public meetings and an online survey, the preferred park concept has been unveiled. The images below show a close-up view the of the preferred park and an overall view with location details.

Name Selection

Nino Gallo was a valued collaborative leader who served Longmont and Boulder County communities for more than 25 years, making a significant difference in the lives of low-income, immigrant and at-risk community members. His contributions to the Longmont community helped the City win its first All-America City award in 2006.

After Gallo passed away in 2020, community members across Longmont and the entire Boulder County region rallied and advocated for an enduring tribute to him. Of particular note was Gallo’s involvement as the housing manager of Casa de la Esperanza, a subsidized housing community with deep roots in the southeast Longmont neighborhood that will be served by Nino Gallo Park. The Longmont City Council approved the naming of the park on Feb. 8, 2022.

Public Involvement Process

Public Survey on Park Concepts

A survey was conducted in late February 2019 to collect public feedback on the three different concepts proposed for Nino Gallo Park. That survey is now closed.

• View a map showing the park's location (first graphic referenced in the survey - PDF)
• View the area's site information (second graphic referenced in the survey - PDF)

Public Meetings

A series of 2019 public meetings were held at Burlington Elementary School to solicit public input and develop a master plan for the Nino Gallo Park. At these meetings, City employees discussed how residents envision this park and concept planning. They then presented a draft master plan and opened the room up for public comments.

Contact

Steve Ransweiler