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Cubberley master plan advances: phased design keeps theater and pavilion, adds recreation center, makerspace and public plaza

5824375 · September 24, 2025
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Summary

City staff presented a three‑phase master plan for Cubberley that keeps the pavilion and theater, builds a two‑story Recreation and Wellness Center in phase 1 and stages maker spaces, a cafe and an amphitheater in later phases while preserving program continuity during construction.

City staff presented a refined, phased master plan for Cubberley on Sept. 23 that preserves landmark buildings (the pavilion, the theater and the “I” building), creates a new Recreation and Wellness Center and stages additional arts, community services and outdoor amenities across three phases.

Amanda Demel, assistant director for community services, and consultant teams explained the campus‑wide vision and a phasing strategy intended to preserve continuity of services while large‑scale renovation and new construction proceeds. “With a campus of this size, it will be very important for us to phase the master plan for a variety of reasons,” Demel said, noting phasing protects ongoing programs and limits disruption.

What’s in phase 1

Phase 1 — the portion the city is prioritizing for initial funding and potential ballot consideration — would demolish a portion of the campus to make room for a new two‑story Recreation and Wellness Center with four multipurpose courts (configured for basketball/volleyball), fitness and…

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