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Acquisition Opportunities While San Leandro lacks large vacant parcels for new park development, strategic acquisition of smaller properties can still create meaningful recreational opportunities, particularly when they enhance existing parks or address access gaps in underserved areas. Though not indicated on the map, the following acquisition types could be particularly beneficial. PARK EXPANSIONS: Several vacant or underutilized properties near existing parks present promising expansion opportunities. Although small, these parcels could provide space for additional amenities like sports courts, playgrounds, or seating areas, enhancing the overall park experience. MINI PARKS IN GAP AREAS: Several sizable vacant lots exist within neighborhoods lacking walkable park access. These sites could be transformed into mini parks, offering valuable recreational amenities for nearby residents, such as tot lots, seating areas, or small sports courts. Development Opportunities Future infill and redevelopment projects offer a unique opportunity to integrate new parks and recreational spaces. By leveraging zoning tools like impact fees and development agreements, the city can require developers to include meaningful recreational spaces in their plans, ensuring new growth contributes to community needs. 7. BAY FAIR TOD: Bay Fair TOD Specific Plan outlines the redevelopment of the Bay Fair Mall into a mixed-use hub. The City should work to ensure the future development includes well- designed parks, trails, and open spaces that incorporate in-demand amenities. A large community park should be top priority, as it is a top need for the community that will be difficult to implement elsewhere. 8. KAISER NORTH: Kaiser North is a mixed-use develop project located along Marina Boulevard and I-880. The 24 acre parcel offers an opportunity to incorporate meaningful parkland within the development that will help meet current and future park needs within the community. Trail Opportunities In San Leandro, trail development has emerged as a clear community priority, with residents identifying it as their top need in the statistically valid survey. This strong public support underscores the value of investing in trails. The 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan outlines an expansive network of proposed active transportation facilities, which would increase access to trails and other recreational opportunities throughout the city. The following opportunities build on the proposed facilities, highlighting ideas with particular recreation potential. 9. WATERWAY TRAILS: San Leandro’s three major waterway corridors—San Leandro Creek, San Lorenzo Creek, and the Estudillo Canal—offer significant potential for trail development. The San Leandro Creek Trail is already planned for implementation, with Alameda County leading planning and development efforts. The city should actively support its successful implementation and long-term maintenance. In addition, the maintenance roads along San Lorenzo Creek and Estudillo Canal hold untapped potential to serve as public trails. With strategic planning and partnerships, these corridors could provide critical connections to schools, parks, and neighborhoods, enhancing community access and mobility. 10: EAST BAY GREENWAY: The planned East Bay Greenway, connecting Oakland to Fremont, offers San Leandro a chance to enhance regional connectivity through protected bikeways. By collaborating with project stakeholders, the city can help ensure the Greenway’s successful implementation, maximizing benefits for residents and fostering sustainable, active transportation options. 11: HILL TO SHORE CONNECTION: San Leandro lacks a strong trail connection linking its eastern hills to the shoreline. The 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan indicates this route as a separated bikeway, connecting residents to shoreline amenities such as the Bay Trail, Marina Park, and Monarch Bay Golf Club. Ensuring this facility is safe, comfortable, and efficient for both bikes and pedestrians would enable it function both as a recreation and transportation asset. San Leandro Park Master Plan | 54 DRAFT DRAFT 55 | Our Needs and Opportunities