Construction Set to Begin at Hybla Valley Park
Construction Set to Begin at Hybla Valley Park
Background
Hybla Valley Park (located at 3431 Lockheed Boulevard, in Alexandria) is a modest 2.3-acre community park in the Franconia Supervisory District. It is adjacent to Hybla Valley Elementary School and easily accessible from the surrounding neighborhoods. The park's master plan was approved in 1979 which resulted in the construction of two tennis courts, a tennis practice wall, and a small parking area. A playground, a multi-use court, and picnic area were included in the master plan, but were never developed.
In 2023, the Park Authority completed the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Access (PROSA) Strategy to provide a framework for equitable access to facilities and amenities throughout FCPA park system. The strategy focuses on access to parks, complete park experiences, habitat connectivity, and prioritization of recreational needs with equity in the forefront. Using this strategic framework, the Park Authority identified Hybla Valley Park as an opportunity for investment that will have a lasting positive impact on the surrounding community.
FCPA presented multiple park renovation concepts to the community at Hybla Valley Elementary School in September 2024. The community feedback received during that meeting and the subsequent comment period confirmed that the community desired a substantial playground, a futsal court, a basketball court, and more places to sit within the park. The following illustrative below depicts the final renovation concept.
Construction Information
The Fairfax County Park Authority will begin revitalization work at Hybla Valley Park in early March. The project scope includes the following:
- Transforming the tennis courts into a dedicated futsal court and basketball court
- Converting the practice tennis court into an all abilities/all ages playground
- Parking lot renovations
- New site furnishings
Contractors will mobilize on site and active construction activities are slated to begin during the first week of March. FCPA anticipates that active construction will conclude by the end of Summer 2025.
Residents should expect occasional construction traffic entering and exiting Lockheed Blvd. During the duration of construction, the entire park will be closed to the public. For more information, please contact the Public Information Office at Parkmail@fairfaxcounty.gov
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Frequently Asked Questions
Futsal is a form of small-sided soccer that is played between two teams who each have five players on the pitch at any one time. It originated in Uruguay to play soccer on basketball courts in neighborhoods where a full-size soccer field was not possible and is a sport that been rapidly growing in popularity throughout the United States and within the region.
Future updates and announcements will be posted on this webpage. FCPA looks forward to hearing from the community as we work to improve Hybla Valley Park and provide a safe and enjoyable place where all community members can participate in the amenities that our parks offer.
For questions about this project, please reach out to hyblavalleypark@publicinput.com.
