Santo Domingo’s Fernández Environmental Project and Park has been honored with the Outstanding New Park Project Award for the Latin American Region at the World Urban Parks International Awards. This accolade, presented in Istanbul, Turkey, recognizes the park’s innovative and sustainable design, which has significantly impacted the local community. The project, spearheaded by National District Mayor Carolina Mejía, transformed a 19,000-square-meter area in the Fernández Urbanization by rehabilitating a lagoon and constructing a new park. This initiative not only resolved a longstanding 25-year stormwater drainage issue but also contributed to the development of over 205 parks and plazas under Mejía’s administration, fostering a healthier and more organized Santo Domingo. The award was accepted by Elizabeth Mateo, who led the Dominican delegation and expressed gratitude on behalf of Mayor Mejía. Selected from more than 100 international submissions, the Fernández Park was lauded for its excellence, innovation, and environmental commitment, further solidifying Santo Domingo’s reputation as a leader in sustainable urban development.
National District Mayor’s Office receives international recognition from World Urban Parks Association
