Dr. Nina Scarito Park
From Brownfield to Neighborhood Park!
In the six years it took to make Scarito Park a reality, hundreds of people and scores of public agencies were involved in decision-making, problem-solving, and trouble-shooting to move the project forward. Throughout this time, Groundwork Lawrence served as the catalyst and manager of the project, helping to coordinate community outreach; environmental investigation and remedial activities; site design and planning; legal and real estate transaction work; fundraising; project permitting; construction; and volunteer involvement. Thanks to the strong commitment and leadership of City and State officials, neighborhood residents, and Bank of America, Scarito Park stands today as a shining example of the value that a beautiful, community-designed open space can bring to a neighborhood. It is also the first new park to be completed as part of the Spicket River Greenway.