825 Gordon Drive, SE Named for Franklin Delano Roosevelts Mother Park donated to City of Albany by company formed to develop the City, Maj. E. C. Gorton, President; original layout of park went from Somerville Road to Second Avenue. Robert Loveladys father Horace Elbert Lovelady constructed the bridge. In the 1930s the bridge was moved from Ferry Street to Delano Park. The historic "Delano Rose Garden" was re-created between the years of 2005 and 2006 as an exact restructuring of the former rose garden that once stood as part of the original Delano plan. The garden had been none existent for decades but was finally rebuilt in junction with the revitalization. The need for a way to connect the western portion to the middle portion is a high priority for the city. 6th Avenue (US 31) successfully cuts the park in two, effectively depriving the western portion of much needed attention. A historical trail has been built, beginning in the eastern portion, traveling through the middle portion and eventually connecting with the western portion in an attempt to spur more foot traffic throughout the park. The trail also intends to allow for a safer crossing of 6th Avenue as it is one of the busiest streets inside the city