The highly anticipated grand reopening of the Kenneth C. Aitken Senior and Community Center is scheduled for Friday, December 1, 2023, at 10:00 am. This momentous event promises a captivating lineup including a Ukulele Performance, Local Poetry Reading, Hula Dance, Guitar Jam Demo, Band Dance, guided tours, and a ceremonious ribbon cutting. 

A cherished hub for senior programming, preschool activities, arts, and an array of diverse programs, the Kenneth C. Aitken Senior and Community Center has undergone renovations. Exterior enhancements encompassed a comprehensive overhaul, from roofing systems to improved site access and parking, ensuring a more accessible entry to the Center. Internally, the transformation brought about new commercial flooring, fresh paint, upgraded lighting, revamped restroom facilities, and enhanced transaction counter accessibility. A collaborative effort between contractor Calstate Construction, Inc., TBP/Architecture, Inc, project consultants, County agencies, and HARD Staff has been pivotal to the project's success. 

The revitalization of the Kenneth C. Aitken Senior and Community Center owes gratitude to the visionary Measure F1, a $250,000,000 bond measure passed on November 8, 2016, with an overwhelming 78% voter approval. This funding initiative empowered the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District to undertake vital repairs, upgrades, and new construction projects across its parks and facilities. 

Among the array of projects fueled by Measure F1, the Kenneth C. Aitken Senior and Community Center's renovation stands as a testament to the District's commitment to enhancing community spaces. Other Measure F1 projects include the Mission Hills Driving Range Renovations, Kennedy Park Renovations, Mia's Dream Come True Playground, Hayward Community Gardens, Tennis Court and Basketball Court Updates. 

For more information about these projects and to explore our ongoing initiatives, visit us at www.HaywardRec.org/HardatWork.