Sankey Park Phase III Project

News Release Date

12-12-2024

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“Providing a Safe and Vibrant Park for Kids and Adults of All Ages and Abilities”

Sankey Park with its central and unique setting among Douglas fir trees, has been a public icon for generations; it's a place where families and visitors alike can build and share memories for a lifetime.

Through public outreach, the City of Sweet Home and the Park and Tree Committee have identified the need to ensure our park remains a place where families can go, feel safe, and have a unique experience.

To do this, Sankey Park is currently undergoing a transition to revitalize our park to a high standard of excellence. Evidence of this has already been completed with the addition of a new playground, accessible paths, a new plaza, the removal of unsafe trees and brush, a new parking lot, and new restrooms.

The City of Sweet Home has received an Oregon Parks and Recreation Development Grant to support the Sankey Park Phase III Project. The grant requires the City to provide a 40% cost match. Since the original award, project costs have increased significantly, but the grant amount has remained the same. As a result, the fundraising need is now greater than originally anticipated.

For more information about project costs and how you can support this project, please look at the sections below.

The Phase III project includes sidewalks, paved paths, unpaved trails, and site lighting, as well as an ADA-accessible path with switchbacks that will connect the upper and lower portions of the park. We will also build a new 30'x36' bandstand that will have lighting and power, making it a gathering place that families can enjoy for years to come.

Construction began in March 2026 and is anticipated to be completed by June 30, 2026. We appreciate your patience while portions of the park are closed to the public during construction.

Funding Goal: $453,802

Project Components (in priority order):

Bandstand (Community Event Center): $118,850
ADA Accessible Trail and Landings: $152,453
Dirt Trail: $6,708
Sidewalk: $41,645
Lighting/Security Cameras: $85,000
Irrigation: $4,000
Benches: $8,000
Trail System (labor, materials, contracted services): $37,146

Current Funding Status

Funds raised internally (City Parks Projects & Improvements budget): $6,853.62
Oregon Parks and Recreation Grant: $177,080.00

On August 26, 2025, Milt Moran, President of Cascade Timber Consulting, Inc., presented the City of Sweet Home with a generous donation of $66,200.00 on behalf of the Hill Family Trust, in memory of Bill Marshall. The City is deeply grateful for this meaningful contribution, which not only honors Bill’s legacy but also demonstrates an enduring commitment to our community.

As of March 22, 2026, the City still hopes to raise $203,668.38 for the project. While that amount is budgeted in the City's General Fund and the project will be completed regardless of the funding status, any amount that we can bring in through community generosity means those funds can be saved for other projects and parks.

Please consider making a contribution at the highest level you can. Opportunities are available for named sponsorships, honorariums, and memorials.

All donations are tax-deductible.
Receipts will be issued by the City of Sweet Home.
Any funds raised beyond the project need will be directed toward other park improvements throughout Sweet Home.

You can donate online through the form below

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You can print and fill out a donation form below.

Please send donations to:

City of Sweet Home, Attn: Angela Clegg / 3225 Main Street / Sweet Home, OR 97386 or place in the payment dropbox in the parking lot.

Please make all donations to: City of Sweet Home, “Sankey Park Phase III”. (The park name must be specified to credit the donation to the proper account.)

For more info, call Angela Clegg at (541) 818-8029.

Time is of the essence! Thank you kindly for providing for generations to come.

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Sankey Park Phase III Project

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