Work set to begin on Krug Park renovation
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Contractors are preparing to begin a more-than two-year project to upgrade one historic park in St. Joseph in the coming weeks.
E.L. Crawford and Construction plan to begin the $11.75 million project on Monday, June 2. The project is weather-permitting. Residents will notice fencing and signage- there will be a sign at the entrance of the park to show where work will take place.
Traffic through the park will be restricted at times and some areas will be closed during construction to keep crews and members of the public safe.
Features, including the fountain and waterfall at the Krug Park lagoon will not be in service during construction.
The Holiday Park Christmas attraction is still planned to operate during the construction period.
The project will be done in multiple phases and include significant renovations to several areas of the park.
Work will begin on the Krug Bowl amphitheater, with the castle, children's circus, picnic shelters and restrooms to follow.
The project is expected to be completed in the fall of 2027. Funding for the renovation comes from a half-cent parks sales tax approved by voters in 2021.
For additional information about the project, visit www.Krugparkproject.com.
