Parks and Recreation Department

Community ParklandNeeds Resolution & Acquisition

February 13, 2014

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Community Parkland

Needs Resolution for Parkland Parks & Recreation Master Plan: 2011-2020

Indicates a need for one additional Community Park Currently no Community Parks in west area of city Minimum size considered is 30 – 50 acre range;

more if possible

Top 3 Activities Identified in recent Needs Survey

Places and opportunities to run, walk, & exercise Water Activities Nature and nature-based activities

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Community Parkland

Park Amenities (possibilities) Trail System, Natural Areas, Ponds Dog Park, 18 hole Disc Golf Course Playgrounds, Pavilions, Picnic Areas BMX Track, Mountain Bike Trails Lighted Athletic Fields (Baseball, Softball,

Soccer, Football, etc.) Tennis, Basketball, & Volleyball Courts

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Community Parkland

Funding Sources Parkland Dedication Neighborhood Zone 15 Parkland Dedication Community Zone B Bond 2008 Revolving Parkland Fund Possible use of Greenways funds

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Community Parkland

General Location Focus on West side of College Station

Funding available in Parkland Dedication Zone 15 & Zone B (West side of College Station)

Several properties identified totaling approximately 115 acres

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