9/17/2023 0 Comments Pomona weather daily historyThe same day, Sharkie Park was dedicated, named for that south Pomona neighborhood’s local gang. Hamilton was originally dedicated on Jas Cherrieville Park, named for the neighborhood but also for the local gang of that name. Which was unfortunate, because that morning I’d stubbed my toe, and once I’d limped to the park, I realized I’d forgotten a pen and had to limp two blocks back to my car.Īnyway, in the process of listening to speakers and asking questions, it turns out I did know about the park’s past notoriety. Pomona’s first all-abilities playground, Hamilton has soft (and colorful!) surfaces, plus several features that can accommodate children with disabilities: swings with seats like cradles, a big ride like a sleigh that rocks back and forth.Įven people involved in the planning had trouble believing their eyes. There are meandering pathways, a new basketball court, a soccer field, horseshoe pits, picnic tables, a gazebo, restrooms and water fountains. Two play areas include a tall, arch-like climbing structure. Now, except for the old trees, the park has had a complete makeover. Homeless people were here and other people who discouraged families from coming out,” Councilmember John Nolte told me. Basically all the play equipment had been removed. A year ago, based on Google Street View, the park was little more than patchy grass, concrete, a basketball court and, to be fair, stately trees. Hamilton fell into almost total disrepair. This park, in one of Pomona’s oldest and poorest neighborhoods, has a checkered history - more on that in a moment. Many of them were running, climbing and swinging. Hamilton Park is only 1 acre, but there must have been 200 people or more at its official reopening last week.
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