The City of Madras is pleased to announce that City Council has approved the Construction Services Agreement with Rickabaugh Construction, LLC for Phase One of the Hoffman Park development, moving this long-planned community project into construction.
Phase One includes the development of two adjacent 3-acre parcels along 10th Street south of J Street, bringing major park amenities to southeast Madras. Planned improvements include:
- Site grading and paving
- Concrete sidewalks and curbs
- New landscaping and site lighting
- Restrooms
- Picnic shelter
- Dedicated dog park area
- Nature walking path and open-space features
Advancing Community Priorities
Hoffman Park supports the City Council’s adopted 2025–26 Strategic Goals by expanding recreation opportunities, enhancing livability, and strengthening park infrastructure across Madras. The project reflects community priorities identified in recent planning efforts, including the desire for improved trail connectivity, family-friendly facilities, safe outdoor spaces, and new amenities in growing neighborhoods.
By developing this new park space, the City is taking an important step toward creating a more connected, vibrant, and active community – providing places for families to gather, children to play, and residents to enjoy outdoor recreation close to home.
Competitive Bidding & Funding
The project was publicly advertised, and the City received seven competitive bids. Rickabaugh Construction submitted the lowest responsive bid at $1,742,937.15. Total funding allocated for Phase One is $2,095,000.
Funding Sources:
- $200,000 – ARPA funds
- $750,000 – Oregon Parks & Recreation Department Grant
- $131,055 – Transportation Operations Fund
- $1,015,945 – System Development Charges (Parks, Transportation, Wastewater, Stormwater combined)
Construction is expected to begin in 2026, with updates provided as work progresses.
