Local Park Grant Improvements and Pickleball Addition
Summary
The city is investing federal ARPA funds into upgrading Stewart Park and Long Branch Park with new playscapes, splash pad equipment, and shade structures.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 16, 2024.
Impact analysis
Utilizes hundreds of thousands of dollars in federal ARPA grant funds.
Killeen families and youth utilizing park and recreation facilities.
Tennis players who may experience reduced court availability at Long Branch Park.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council — July 16, 2024
The city is applying for a state matching grant to fund park upgrades, including adding pickleball courts at Long Branch Park, leading to questions from residents about public consultation.
City Council — June 25, 2024
The city is applying for an $8.3 million grant from the National Park Service for the first phase of Westside Regional Park.
City Council — May 28, 2024
The council authorized over $1.1 million for sidewalks and trails across several city parks, along with a new pool house at Long Branch Park.
City Council Workshop — February 15, 2023
Council members pushed for funding to build new parks, improve existing green spaces, and fill in missing sidewalk gaps to help residents get around safely.
City Council (Work) — June 21, 2022
The city is investing federal ARPA funds into upgrading Stewart Park and Long Branch Park with new playscapes, splash pad equipment, and shade structures.
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