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Receive Parks and Recreation Departmental update.
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BACKGROUND:
John F. Burke Nature Preserve
Project: Enhancement of the nature preserve pathway and lookouts.
Current Status: Preserve is open. Right-of-way where the restroom is located was surveyed so an OSSF (On-Site Sewage Facility) permit can be attained from the TCEQ (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality) for the septic system installation. Still waiting to hear back from TCEQ.
Estimated completion of restroom facility: Spring 2024.
Joya at Oran Good Park
Project: Build a one-of-kind signature park.
Current Status: Construction work is done. Restroom mural project underway. Grand opening was held January 20, 2024.
Venue 1842 (Event Center at Historical Park)
Project: Indoor venue to host weddings, rentals, corporate events, historical
programs, etc.
Current Status: Construction underway and wrapping up on the next few months. Reservations being taken. Boards and Commissions banquet to be held at Venue 1842 on April 6.
Estimated completion date: Spring 2024
The Branch Connection
Project: Interior renovation, enhancements of aesthetics, reallocating space, new
features.
Current Status: Facility closed Jan 2, 2024 until late 2024. Limited number of activities will continue to be offered at alternate locations. Demo work to begin Feb 12.
Mercer Park
Project: Park in the Mercer Crossings neighborhood.
Current Status: On hold. Waiting on developer to make more progress.
Estimated completion date: Late 2024
Squire Park
Project: Renovation including enhanced features and addition a splash pad.
Current Status: On hold. Potential funding for FY24-25.
Estimated completion date: 2025