Play Ball!ย New Additions and Enhancements To Clarkstownโs Sports Fields Are Underway
If youโve been by the grounds of the former Rockland Country Day School or Germonds Park recently, youโve likely noticed a great deal of activity going on during what are normally the quiet winter months. Iโm pleased to report that work has been underway at both these locations to upgrade and add to the townโs inventory of sports fields. These additions and enhancements will serve to provide our youth and adult sports leagues with increased access to fields, more resilient and weather-resistant playing surfaces, and even extend the seasons for some.ย
With a new turf soccer field at Zukor Park already added to our facilities in 2023, the Town went to work on making improvements for other sports at other locations. Most recently, we completed the construction of a new 73,000 square foot, natural grass, multi-sport field at the lower level of the former Rockland Country Day School in Congers. The field is intended forย lacrosse, soccerย andย football games. The sod was planted in October 2024 and requires several months to โtake holdโ before it can be used, but is expected to be ready for our 2025 spring season. The Town also created an additional parking lot with 57 spaces at the site.
Exciting things are also happening at the Germonds Park Sports Complex in West Nyack. The Townโs contractor, Athletic Fields of America, has mobilized and started work on planned improvements to the existing softball and baseball fields, as well as the West Nyack Little League infields. Clearing has begun along the softball field for a proposed parking lot and water detention area.ย Crews will soon begin work on Little League fields 1 and 2, with new turf infields expected to be complete by April 2025.
The Germonds project includes a new, artificial turf, multi-purpose athletic field to accommodate soccer, lacrosse, football, and adult softball. Amenities at this field will include bleachers, a scoreboard, new LED sports lighting packages, a concession stand, and expanded parking lot areas.ย This new turf multi-purpose field is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2025.ย I will continue to keep you updated as this project progresses. ย
Over the years, our town has experienced tremendous growth in participation across various sports. We are fortunate to live in a community that values the impact that access to sports fields has on our quality of life. In turn, the Town of Clarkstown is committed to enhancing and expanding our recreational facilities to meet the changing needs of our residents while remaining fiscally responsible to our taxpayers.ย
Together, we will create a lasting legacy that benefits athletes and residents for generations to come.

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