HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/11/2003 - Regular Agenda - Parks Board**Agenda**
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Tuesday, February 11, 2003, at 7:00 p.m.
The EXIT Teen Center
1600 Rock Prairie Road
College, Station, Texas
1. Call to order.
2. Pardon — possible action concerning requests for absences of members from meeting.
3. Hear visitors.
4. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of minutes from the regular meeting of
January 14, 2003.
5. Discussion, consideration, and possible action concerning park land dedication requests
for the
Shenendoah Subdivision (Zone 10)
Spring Creek Subdivision (Zone 10)
Richey Development (Zone 9)
Stonebrook Subdivision (Zone 9)
Fox Run Condominiums (Zone 7)
6. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning a request from residents of the
Alexandria Subdivision for a neighborhood playground.
7. Presentation, discussion, and possible action concerning Ieisure program evaluations for
Entertainment Programs.
8. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning the revision to the Lincoln
Center/Tarrow Master Plan.
9. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning the future Capital Improvement
Program.
10. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning the current Capital Improvement
Program.
11. Review, discussion, and possible action concerning Board and Departmental Goals and
Objectives, and City Council Strategies.
12. Discussion of next meeting dates and possible agenda items:
- Joint Meeting with the Lincoln Center Advisory Committee on February 18, 2003.
- Regular Meeting on March 4, 2003 (moved up because of Spring Break).
- Joint Meeting with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and the Planning and
Zoning Commission on March 6, 2003.
- Joint Meeting with the City Council on April 10, 2003.
13. Adjourn.
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Staff Present: Steve Beachy, Director of Parks and Recreation; Eric Ploeger, Assistant Director;
Peter Lamont, Recreation Superintendent; Peter Vanecek, Senior Park Planner;
Kristin Lehde, Staff Assistant; Jane Kee, City Planner (Development Services); Natalie Ruiz,
Development Review Manager (Development Services).
Board Members Present: John Nichols, Chairman; Larry Farnsworth; Jodi Warner; Bill Davis;
Glen Davis.
Board Members Absent: Glenn Schroeder; Don Allison.
Visitors:
Mike McClure, 9262 Brookwater Circle, College Station, Texas
Joe Gattis, 413 Walton Road, College Station, Texas
Pustin Pratho, 1105 S. Dexter Drive, College Station, Texas
John Lacy, 1105 Sal Ross, Bryan, Texas
Allison Zarcaro, 1904 Dartmouth P-3, College Station, Texas
Jason Fikes, 1309 Danville Court, College Station, Texas
Edward Froehling, 3887 High Lonesome, College Station, Texas
Lindsey Davis, 2531 Ashford, College Station, Texas
Keristin Campbell, 1508 Rockhollow, Bryan, Texas
1. Call to order: Chairman John Nichols called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
2. Pardon — possible action concerning requests for absences of members from meeting:
Bill Davis made a motion to accept the absences of Glenn Schroeder and Don Allison as
excused. Jodi Warner seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion passed
unanimously.
3. Hear visitors: No visitors spoke on this item.
4. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of minutes from the regular meeting of
January 14, 2003: Glen Davis made a motion to approve the minutes from
January 14, 2003. Bill D. seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion passed
unanimously.
5. Discussion, consideration, and possible action concerning park land dedication requests
for the Shenandoah Subdivision (Zone 10), Spring Creek Subdivision (Zone 10), Richey
Development (Zone 9), Stonebrook Subdivision (Zone 9), and Fox Run Condominiums
(Zone 7):
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Shenandoah Subdivision (Zone 10): Eric Ploeger referred to an aerial photograph of the
Zone 10 area. He pointed to the Shenandoah Subdivision and stated that there is already
an existing eight -acre park within that subdivision (Shenandoah Park). The item up for
consideration is the possible acceptance of 6.4 acres just to the south that would serve as
the land dedication for additional phases of Shenandoah. The land requirement would be
4.36 acres. The proposed development will have approximately 440 single-family
dwelling units, although that number may change depending upon the final plat. Eric said
that staff recommends acceptance of the 6.4 acres of park land because it would
significantly add to the existing park.
Glen D. asked if there would be a detention area included as part of the dedication. Eric
responded that there would be. He introduced engineer Mike McClure and owner
Edward Froehling who are developing the property. Mike McClure pointed out that in the
existing eight -acre park, there are approximately two acres of detention. The detention
was designed in such a way that the only thing disturbed was the part to build a dam, and
all the trees were left. Mr. McClure anticipates a similar design in the proposed
dedication, although the road embankment would be the dam, and there would not be a
wet pond because it will be drained dry.
Bill D. asked what the depth of the detention area would be. Mr. McClure responded that
it wouldn't be over six feet. Eric pointed out that that the proposed dedication is just over
two acres in excess of what the dedication requirement is. He added that it is a heavily
wooded tract of land. Steve Beachy stated that the tract would be comparable to Thomas
Park, and would give a very nice -sized neighborhood park with good street frontage and
connectivity to the south.
Glen D. made a motion to accept the park land dedication for the Shenandoah
Subdivision. Larry Farnsworth seconded the motion.
John N. expressed concern about access from the east side of the property. He asked if
there was the possibility of creating a walkway or an easement into the park from that
side. Mr. McClure stated that he intends to provide access, and has been working out the
details with the Development Services Department. However, they have not yet
determined where that access should be.
John N. asked where the playground would be located within the dedication. Eric stated
that there is some open area within the dedication that could be used to construct a
playground.
All were in favor of the motion presented by Glen D., and the Board unanimously passed
it.
Spring Creek Subdivision (Zone 10): Eric stated that Southern Plantation Street, which
runs through the Shenandoah Subdivision, is expected to extend through to the Spring
Creek Subdivision. The developers are proposing to build approximately 340 single-
family dwelling units. The proposed dedication is a three -acre tract of land. The
developer is also proposing to dedicate an additional thirteen acres of greenway that
extends through the Crowley property and has frontage on Southern Plantation. The total
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land requirement for the development would be 3.37 acres. The developers have
indicated a desire to dedicate the greenway as a park, with the intention of developing
trails and outdoor lighting in that greenway. Staff recommends acceptance of the
proposed park land dedication. However, Eric added that the Board may chose to delay
taking action on this item until a tour of the site can be done.
Glen D. asked what would be planned for the three -acre dedication. Steve said that
nothing has been determined at this point, but that there would certainly be amenities
such as basketball courts, tennis courts, and playgrounds (those amenities typically found
in neighborhood parks). There was some concern that the proposed three acres did not
meet the requirement of five acres for a neighborhood park. Steve responded that in this
case, the developer is also proposing to dedicate an additional thirteen acres of greenbelt,
with walking areas that would connect to an access point to the units at Shenandoah, and
that would tie into the park to make approximately sixteen acres of park land.
Mr. Gattis is the engineer representing the developer. He recommended developing the
trails and outdoor lighting within the greenways as part of the proposed development. His
intention is to work with the Parks and Recreation Department staff to develop the park
and greenway in lieu of paying the development fee, and include them as selling points
for the initial phases of development. Steve added that any designs for the park and
greenway would be presented to the Board for approval prior to development.
After some discussion, Bill D. made a motion to accept the proposed park land dedication
and the greenway for the Spring Creek Subdivision, with the understanding that the park
will be developed in conjunction with the trails and lighting within the greenway.
Glen D. seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion passed unanimously.
® Richey Development (Zone 9)® Eric pointed to a preliminary master development of the
property as well as to a small area plan that showed various land uses. Mr. Gattis is also
the engineer for the proposed Richey Development. Eric stated that there are
approximately 680 single-family dwelling units. This piece of park property is primarily
in the floodplain, and there are also major roadways that run through the property that
would limit access to any potential park by residents. However, there is park property that
adjoins the dedication (the Southeast Community Park and an approximate five -acre
portion of the Luther Jones Landfill), which could potentially serve some of the residents.
Eric added that the Board might wish to tour the site before making a decision.
Mr. Gattis stated that there were still some land use and greenway issues that would need
to be worked out, but that the item was being presented to the Board at this time so that
he could get an indication of what the Board is looking for, as well as to find out what the
Board plans for the adjoining properties.
Natalie Ruiz added that Mr. Gattis and the Development Services Department were also
looking for feedback from the Board concerning the location of the land dedication, so
that their recommendation could be taken to the Planning and Zoning Commission to get
land use, thoroughfare, and floodplain issues worked out. After that time, the master
preliminary plat could be brought back to the Board so they could work out the details or
visit the site.
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Steve stated that staff is recommending that the dedication be located in the upper left-
hand quadrant (north of Barron Road, and south of Lakeway). The Board was in
consensus on taking a tour of the site. Glen D. encouraged the developer to try to comply
with the Park Land Dedication Ordinance to have at least five acres for a neighborhood
park, and have at least 50% of the perimeter abutting a public street.
There was no action taken on this item.
• Stonebrook Subdivision (Zone 9)o Peter Vanecek stated that this proposed multi -family,
90 dwelling -unit development is located near Rock Prairie Road and Texas Avenue. The
total land dedication requirement would be .45 acres. The total cash dedication
requirement would be $20,340. Staff is recommending the acceptance of the fee in lieu of
land.
After some discussion, Bill D. made a motion to accept the fee in lieu of land for the
Stonebrook Subdivision. Glen D. seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion
passed unanimously.
• Fox Dun Condominiums (Zone 7)e Peter V. stated that this proposed multi -family, 128
dwelling -unit development is located on Luther Street. The total land dedication
requirement would be 1.024 acres. The total cash dedication requirement would be
$57,856. Staff is recommending the acceptance of the fee in lieu of land.
Bill D. made a motion to accept the fee in lieu of land for the Stonebrook Subdivision.
Jodi W. seconded the motion. All were in favor, and the motion passed unanimously.
6e Deport, discussion, and possible action concerning a request from residents of the
Alexandria Subdivision for a neighborhood playground: Steve stated that this item was
an update from the January 14, 2003, meeting (Item #6). Eric pointed out that there were
several items requested by the Board during that meeting. One item was to provide
information showing how the developer had dedicated the Alexandria Subdivision. Eric said
that it was determined that the dedications in the Shenandoah Subdivision had taken care of
all the needed dedications for the Alexandria Subdivision. He added that cash dedications of
approximately $45,000 had been dedicated for phases four and five of Shenandoah. He added
that there had not been any dedications for development fees, because the dedications were
made prior to the establishment of that fee. Another item that the Board had requested was
clarification of the developer's intention concerning the letter to the Alexandria
Homeowner's Association. Natalie R. stated that the original plat for the Alexandria
subdivision showed a greenway running through the property, that was to be dedicated to the
City through the City's greenways program. The greenway has not been dedicated to date
because the developer's intention is to extend Alexandria Street through that piece of
greenway in future phases of development. Mr. McClure referred to a location map. He
stated that Alexandria Street has not been extended because they have been trying to time the
project to tie into the School District's new elementary school project.
After some discussion, Steve said that staff would prepare a comprehensive graphic that
would detail the sidewalks, thoroughfares, safety crossings, park sites, and greenbelts within
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Park Zone 10. He suggested that at a future Board meeting, staff could also provide a
projection of estimated park land dedication funds in that zone, based upon the projects that
have been reviewed to date. With that information, a decision could then be made about
whether the City should develop park facilities in the proposed Alexandria greenway area,
and how to allocate the funds.
After some discussion, the Board was in consensus on scheduling a site tour of the property.
This item was a report only, and no motion was made.
7. Presentation, discussion, and possible action concerning leisure program evaluations
for Entertainment Programs: Peter Lamont gave a presentation on Entertainment
Programs (refer to program evaluation forms).
- Christmas in the Park: This holiday lights celebration offers both passive and active
leisure opportunities, and enhances tourism. Staff recommends the continuation of this
program. There was a question pertaining to the possibility of cost recovery by charging a
small entrance fee as well as accepting donations and/or sponsorships. After some
discussion, the Board was in consensus on leaving the program as it is.
- Walk Across Texas: This program is co -sponsored with the Texas Cooperative
Extension Service, the Brazos County, and the Cities of College Station and Bryan. Staff
recommends the continuation of this program.
- Parade of bights: This is a community holiday light contest in both College Station and
Bryan. The staffs of both entities are recommending the discontinuation of this program
due to lack of participation as well as the resources needed to fully develop it.
- Starlight Music Series: This has been a co -sponsored program with the Public Utilities
and the Parks and Recreation Departments. Concerts are held at the Wolf Pen Creek
Amphitheater that provide recreational opportunities for the entire community. Staff
recommends the continuation of this program. Bill D. expressed concern for safety on the
slippery grounds on the hill of the amphitheater when they are wet, and commented on
the need for terraced seating.
- Bio Blitz: This is a co -sponsored program with Texas A&M University. Bio Blitz is held
at Lick Creek Park and is an outdoor recreational program centered on wildlife
conservation and the environment. Staff recommends the continuation of this program.
This item was a report only, and no motion was made
8. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning the revision to the Lincoln
Center/Tarrow Master Plan: Eric stated that the City Manager had asked staff to review
the existing Lincoln Center/Tarrow Master Plan. So staff have been working to come
forward with a revised plan. He pointed to a map that showed a layout of the area. The goal
has been to update the plan, as well as to show what has been accomplished from the
original Master Plan. He added that a large number of the projects from original Master
Plan have been accomplished. Some of those projects completed include the Wayne Smith
Ballfields, the new West District Maintenance Shop, and the Eleonor Street extension. The
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Lincoln Center Advisory Committee held a public hearing to seek input from citizens on
what they would like to see in the revised Master Plan. Eric stated that some of the main
items recommended were
- additional parking;
- additional space for Lincoln Center programming;
- outdoor recreation space; and
- a "spray" park.
Eric added that the original master plan had included a one -stop social services area.
However, the Community Development Office presented this concept to the City Council,
and Council decided not to pursue it.
Eric said that there would be a joint meeting between the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board and the Lincoln Center Advisory Committee to discuss the details of the plan on
February 18, 2003.
Glen D. asked how the implementation of the plan would be funded. Eric responded that the
plan would be long-range, and that funding would probably come from Community
Development and future bond funds.
This item was a report only, and no motion was made.
9e Report, discussion, and possible action concerning the future Capital Improvement
Program: Steve stated that a list of the citizen committee members and a schedule of
meeting dates was included in the Board packets. Kristin Lehde will check with the City
Secretary's Office to determine agenda posting requirements in the event members from the
Board attend those meetings.
This item was a report only, and no motion was made.
10. Report, discussion, and possible action concerning the current Capital Improvement
Program: Eric updated the Board on the Bee Creek Lighting Project. He said that after
having discussions with Steve B., and the athletic staff, as well as receiving input from
some of the users of the facility, the decision was made to delay the lighting project and to
bid it out in the fall, and start construction in the winter. Glen D. asked if staff could
communicate to the user groups the date that the project will begin once rescheduled.
Eric stated that there were some corrections to the park land dedication sheet, and that a
new one was distributed to the Board before the meeting. The new list has updated zone
funds, as well as target dates for completion for some of the projects.
During the January 14, 2003, meeting the Board requested staff to obtain a report from the
committee that is working on the Northgate Master Plan, concerning the possibility of
acquiring land in the Northgate area for a park. Bill D. asked if staff had received feedback
concerning the Board's request. Steve responded that he had spoken to the Economic
Development Director, and that she was going to check on the status, but that he had not
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had a chance to follow up with her at this time. John N. asked for discussion of this item to
be on the March 4, 2003, agenda.
11. Review, discussion, and possible action concerning Board and Departmental Goals
and Objectives, and City Council Strategies: This is a standing report item, and there was
no discussion.
12. Discussion of next meeting dates and possible agendas:
- Joint Meeting between the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and the Lincoln
Center Advisory Committee on Tuesday, February 18, 2003, at 5:45 p.m., at the
Lincoln Recreation Center.
- Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting on Tuesday, March 4, 2003, at
7:00 p.m., at the EXIT Teen Center.
- Joint Meeting between the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and the Planning and
Zoning Commission on Thursday, March 6, 2003, at 5:30 p.m., at the City Hall
Training Room.
- Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2003, at
7:00 p.m., at the Central Park Conference Room.
- Joint Workshop Meeting between the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and the
City Council on April 24, 2003 (had originally been scheduled for April 10 1h),
tentatively at 3:00 p.m., at the City Hall Council Chambers.
13. Adjourn: Bill D. made a motion to adjourn. Jodi W. seconded the motion. All were in
favor, and the meeting adjourned at 9:42 p.m.
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Date Received:
Park zone:
Current Zone Balance
Project Location:
Name of Development
Applicant:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number:
E-mail:
Engineer/Planner:
Address:
City/State:
Phone Number:
E-Mail:
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$112,958
Southern Plantation at Alexandria Avenue
Shenendoah Subdivision
Edward Froehling
3887 High Lonesome
College Station, Texas 77845
979-776-8266 Fax Number:
McClure Engineering
1008 Woodcreek Drive, Suite 103
College Station, Texas 77845
979-693-3838
Single Family Dwelling Units: Approximately 440
Multi -Family Dwelling Units:
Total Land Requirement: 4.36 Acres
Proposed Dedication: 6.4 Acres
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Has the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval been obtained?
Land Fee:
Single Family Fee ($198/dwelling unit): $87,120
Multi -Family Fee ($160/dwelling unit):
Total Acquisition Fee: $87,120
Section 10-B-3: Park Development Fee
Single Family Fee ($358/dwelling unit): $157,520
Mulit-family Fee ($292/dwelling unit):
Total Fee Amounts:
Total Single Family Fee ($556/dwelling Unit): $244,640
Multi -Family Fee ($452/dwelling Unit):
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Section 10-B-4: Park Development in Lieu of Fee
Required development cost:
Staff review date and comment
Parks Board review and decision:
$157,520
Section 10-B-5: Minimum Park Size
Developer is considering this option.
Is the proposed park less than five (5) acres? No
If yes, staff recommends:
Is there an existing park that can serve the proposed development? Yes
Shenendoah Park currently contains 8.069 acres
If yes, staff recommends: and can serve this area.
Section 10-E; Comprehensive Plan
Is the proposed park dedication in compliance with the
City's Comprehensive Plan and the Recreation, Park,
and Open Space Master Plan? Yes
Comments:
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1. Is land in the 100-year floodplain? Approx. 1.5 acres Percentage:
a. Detention/Retention? Yes Size: 1 acre
Meets Board Policy?
Acreage in floodplain: Approx. 1.5 acres Percentage:
Acreage in detention: Approx. 1.5 acres Percentage:
Acreage in greenways: Percentage:
The detention will exist in the floodplain portion and
will be restricted by a culvert where the drainage
Comments: passes under Alexandria Avenue.
b. Does the location require users to cross an arterial road?
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c. Topography:
d. Trees/Scenery: The entire perimeter will be approximately 60% street frontage
a. Is the land adjacent to a school? No
b. Restricted access:
c. Is there screening if the park
joins a non-residential use?
d. Park perimeter percentage that
abuts a street:
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends acceptance of the additional 6.4 acres for
dedication requirements in Shenendoah and approximately 8 additional D.U.'s in Alexandria. Staff
also recommends further discussion with the developer to work on details of possible owner development
of portions of the park. Approximately $45,000 in dedication fees have been paid for earlier
dedications from the Shenendoah Subdivision.
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board:
Planning and Zoning Commission:
City Council:
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Date Received:
Park zone:
Current Zone Balance:
Project Location:
Name of Development:
Applicant:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-mail:
Engineer/Planner:
Address:
City/State:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-Mail:
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$112,958
West end of Barron Road near proposed S.H. 40
Spring Creek Development
Barron Road Meadows, L.L.P.
PO Box 277
Normangee, Texas 77871
Fax Number:
Ash & Browne Engineering, Inc.
PO Box 10838
College Station, Texas 77842
979-846-6914 Fax Number: 979-846-8914
Single Family Dwelling Units: 340
Multi -Family Dwelling Units:
Total Land Requirement: 3.37 Acres
Proposed Dedication: 3 acres & greenway
Has the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval been obtained?
Land Fee:
Single Family Fee ($198/dwelling unit): $67,320
Multi -Family Fee ($160/dwelling unit):
Total Acquisition Fee:
Section 10-B-3: Park Development Fee
Single Family Fee ($358/dwelling unit): $121,720
Multi -family Fee ($292/dwelling unit):
Total Fee Amounts:
Total Single Family Fee ($556/dwelling Unit): $189,040
Multi -Family Fee ($452/dwelling Unit):
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Section 10-B-4: Park Development in Lieu of Fee
Required development cost:
Staff review date and comment:
Parks Board review and decision:
Section 10-B-5: Minimum Park Size
Is the proposed park less than five (5) acres? Yes
The proposed park is 3 acres, but it is continuous
with a 13 acres Sprinq Creek drainage wav that can
If yes, staff recommends: be dedicated as park land or as qreenway.
Section 10-B-7: Prior Park Acquisition
Is there an existing park that can serve the proposed development? Yes
Shenendoah Park can potentially serve this area,
although distances from some portions of the
If yes, staff recommends: development will exceed 1/2 mile.
Section 10-E: Comprehensive Plan
Is the proposed park dedication in compliance with the
City°s Comprehensive Plan and the Recreation, Park,
and Open Space Master Plan? Yes
The current and revised plan calls for additional
Comments: neighborhood park property within the zone.
Section 10-F: Additional Information
1. Is land in the 100-year floodplain?
a. Detention/Retention?
Acreage in floodplain:
Acreage in detention:
Acreage in greenways
Comments:
None
None
None
No Percentage:
No Size: 3 acres
Meets Board Policy?
Percentage:
Percentage:
Percentage:
The 3 acres of park land adjoin this greenway.
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b. Does the location require users to cross an arterial road? Yes
c. Topography:
d. Trees/Scenery:
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a. Is the land adjacent to a school? This site will be approximately 1/4 mile from the new high school site.
Access to the park will be good from the greenwav and from Southern
b. Restricted access: Plantation Street.
c. Is there screening if the park
joins a non-residential use? N/A
d. Park perimeter percentage that Approximately 35%, although this may increase depending on
abuts a street: residential street design.
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends acceptance of the Master Development Plan. The
number of dwelling units within this park zone (10) requires the addition of more neighborhood park.
This park will improve access to neighborhood park facilities. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
may wish to tour the park site.
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board:
Planning and Zoning Commission:
City Council:
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LOCATION MAP
SCALE: 1 " = 2000'
Date Received:
Park zone:
Current Zone Balance:
Project Location:
Name of Development:
Applicant:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-mail:
Engineer/Planner:
Address:
City/State:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-Mail:
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Rock Prairie Road, east near the current landfill
Richey Development
Fedora Development Services
1326 Harvey Mitchell Parkway, Suite C.
College Station, Texas 77845
Fax Number:
Ash and Browne Engineering
PO Box 10838
College Station, Texas 77842
979-846-6914
Single Family Dwelling Units: Approximately 680
Multi -Family Dwelling Units:
Total Land Requirement: 6.73 Acres
Proposed Dedication: 5.69
Has the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval been obtained?
Land Fee:
Single Family Fee ($198/dwelling unit): $134,640
Multi -Family Fee ($160/dwelling unit):
Total Acquisition Fee:
Section 10-B-3: Park Development Fee
Single Family Fee ($358/dwelling unit): $243,440
Multi -family Fee ($292/dwelling unit):
Total Fee Amounts:
Total Single Family Fee ($556/dwelling Unit): $378,080
Multi -Family Fee ($452/dwelling Unit):
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Fax Number,
979-846-8914
Section 10-B-4: Park Development in Lieu of Fee
Required development cost:
Staff review date and comment:
Parks Board review and decision:
Section 10-B-5: Minimum Park Size
Is the proposed park less than five (5) acres? No
Street layout will have a substantial effect on the
If yes, staff recommends: access to the park by residents.
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Is there an existing park that can serve the proposed development? Yes
The new Southeast Community Park can serve
some of these needs. This adioins the Richey
If yes, staff recommends: Development.
Is the proposed park dedication in compliance with the
City's Comprehensive Plan and the Recreation, Park,
and Open Space Master Plan? Yes
The revised plan calls for additional neighborhood
park land in Zone 9. The small area plan for this
Comments: zone also calls for additional park properly.
Section 10-F: Additional Information
1. Is land in the 100-year floodplain? Yes Percentage: Approx. 75%
a. Detention/Retention? No Size: 5.69 acres
Meets Board Policy? No
Acreage in floodplain: Approx. 4 acres Percentage: 75%
Acreage in detention: 0 Percentage:
Acreage in greenways: Percentage:
Much of the proposed park is in the floodplain. Ash
and Browne Engineers will complete a new study to
Comments: determine new floodplain limits.
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b. Does the location require users to cross an arterial road? Yes
c. Topography:
d. Trees/Scenery:
Is the land adjacent to a school? No
b. Restricted access:
c. Is there screening if the park
joins a non-residential use?
d. Park perimeter percentage that
abuts a street: Approximatelv 40%
Staff Recommendations, This development is in the early stages of design. The developer
is interested in the Board's comments and desires for the area. A tour of the proposed property
may be in order.
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board:
Planning and Zoning Commission:
City Council:
Park Land Dedication Checklist
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�, RITCFEY DEVELOPMENT
LOCATION MAP
L SCALE: 1 3000'
Date Received:
Park zone:
Current Zone Balance:
Project Location:
Name of Development:
Applicant:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-mail:
Engineer/Planner:
Address:
City/State:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-Mail:
Project Review Checklist
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$0
North end of Zone 9 — Near Rock Prairie and Texas Avenue
Stonebrook Subdivision
Rock Prairie Road, L.P.
PO Box 277
Normangee, Texas 77871
Fax Number:
Ash and Browne Engineering, Inc.
PO Box 10838
College Station, Texas 77842
979-846-6914 Fax Number: 979-846-8914
Single Family Dwelling Units: 45
Multi -Family Dwelling Units: 0
Total Land Requirement: 0.45 Acres
Proposed Dedication: 0
Has the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval been obtained?
Land Fee:
Single Family Fee ($198/dwelling unit): $8,910
Multi -Family Fee ($160/dwelling unit):
Total Acquisition Fee: $8,910
Section 10-B-3: Park Development Fee
Single Family Fee ($358/dwelling unit): $16,110
Multi -family Fee ($292/dwelling unit):
Total Fee Amounts:
Total Single Family Fee ($556/dwelling Unit): $25,020
Multi -Family Fee ($452/dwelling Unit):
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Section 10-8-4: Park Development in Lieu of Fee
Required development cost:
Staff review date and comment:
Parks Board review and decision:
Section 10-B-5: Minimum Park Size
Is the proposed park less than five (5) acres?
N/A
If yes, staff recommends:
Section 10-13-7: Prior Park Acquisition
Is there an existing park that can serve the proposed development? No
If yes, staff recommends:
Section 10-E: Comprehensive Plan
Is the proposed park dedication in compliance with the
City's Comprehensive Plan and the Recreation, Park,
and Open Space Master Plan?
Comments:
Section 10-F: Additional Information
1. Is land in the 1 00-year floodplain?
a. Detention/Retention?
Acreage in floodplain:
Acreage in detention:
Acreage in greenways:
Comments:
Percentage:
Size:
Meets Board Policy?
Percentage:
Percentage:
Percentage:
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b. Does the location require users to cross an arterial road?
c. Topography:
d. Trees/Scenery:
2.
a. Is the land adjacent to a school?
b. Restricted access:
c. Is there screening if the park
joins a non-residential use?
d. Park perimeter percentage that
abuts a street:
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends acceptance of the cash dedication. Park needs
will be served by a park located on the Richey Tract development.
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board:
Planning and Zoning Commission:
City Council:
Park Land Dedication Checklist
O/Board/Park Land Dedication/checklist/Originals/Long Version Revised.xls
Page 3
Date Received:
Park zone:
Current Zone Balance:
Project Location:
Name of Development:
Applicant:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-mail:
Engineer/Planner:
Address:
City/State:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-Mail:
Single Family Dwelling Units:
Multi -Family Dwelling Units:
Total Land Requirement:
Proposed Dedication:
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$706,330 (for Woodway)
Luther Street
Fox Run Condominiums
Joe Lively - Hiho Developers, L.P.
PO Box 77479
Baton Rouge Louisiana, 70879
255-413-7767
wjlively@aol.com
Joe Schultz (Texcon)
1707 Graham Road
College Station, Texas 77845
979-690-7711
joeschultz@texcon.net
Ii r
128
1.024 Acres
0
Has the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval been obtained?
Land Fee:
Single Family Fee ($198/dwelling unit):
Multi -Family Fee ($160/dwelling unit):
Total Acquisition Fee:
Section 10-B-3: Park Development Fee
Single Family Fee ($358/dwelling unit):
Multi -family Fee ($292/dwelling unit):
Total Fee Amounts:
Total Single Family Fee ($556/dwelling Unit):
Multi -Family Fee ($452/dwelling Unit):
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$160 x 128 = $20,480
$20,480
$292 x 128 = $37,376
$452 x 128 = $57,856
No
255-751-9598
979-690-9797
Section 10-B-4: Park Development in Lieu of Fee
Required development cost:
Staff review date and comment:
Parks Board review and decision:
Section 10-13-5: Minimum Park Size
Is the proposed park less than five (5) acres?
N/A
If yes, staff recommends:
Section 10-B-7: Prior Park Acquisition
Is there an existing park that can serve the proposed development? Woodway Park
If yes, staff recommends: Acceptance of the cash dedication.
Section 10-Be Comprehensive Plan
Is the proposed park dedication in compliance with the
City's Comprehensive Plan and the Recreation, Park,
and Open Space Master Plan? Yes
Comments:
Section 10-Fe Additional Information
1. Is land in the 100-year floodplain?
Percentage:
a. Detention/Retention?
Size:
Meets Board Policy?
Acreage in floodplain:
Percentage:
Acreage in detention:
Percentage:
Acreage in greenways:
Percentage:
Comments:
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b. Does the location require users to cross an arterial road?
c. Topography:
d. Trees/Scenery:
2.
a. Is the land adjacent to a school? No
b. Restricted access:
c. Is there screening if the park
joins a non-residential use? N/A
d. Park perimeter percentage that
abuts a street: N/A
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends acceptance of the fee in lieu of land.
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board:
Planning and Zoning Commission:
City Council:
Park Land Dedication Checklist
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BRA YTON FIELD
TAMU
FIREMAN 7RAINING
CENTER
VICINITY MAP
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ED FROEHLING BUILDER, INC.
3887 High Lonesome — College Station, Texas 77845
Phone (979) 776-8266 — Fax (979) 774-0565
January 14, 2003
Christina Livingston
1203 Baywood Court
College Station, TX 77845
Dear Christina:
Concerning the ninety-five acre tract that is the Alexandria Subdivision; We are
planning on keeping two parcels of land, one on each side of the North end of
Alexandria Avenue and also the proposed Emporia Court, Alexandria 4-C. The
remaining land along the creek will be dedicated to the city of College Station.
Sincerely,
Pamela McGough
Program Evaluation
Program Name: Christmas in the Park
Brief Description: Christmas in the Park is a holidav lights celebration that offers
opportunities for passive and active leisure opportunities as well as enhancin4 tourism.
Location(s): Central Park
Date(s): December 1 - 31
Target Market Age: All Gender
Number of participants: 130,000+
Maximum Possible Participation: 130,000+
Percent Satisfied on program evaluation: N/A
(Attach summary of surveys)
Fees: All activities are free — photos w/Santa $2.00
Budget: (i� $79,000
Expenditures: 02 - $79.000
Revenues: $5,500 (sponsorship & photos)
Survey Results (If available): N/A
All
Staff comments: Pro,2ram is successful, well-known and a tradition for lots of
families. It has grown to max capacity.
What are the benefits of the Program? Familv leisure, passive & active. Good for
team building within the department.
Continue Program: Yes / No Why or why not? Successful & cost effective
If continued, what changes should be made? ITC
Program disposition:
Program Evaluation
Program Name: Parade of Lights
Brief Description: Community holidav lights contest & tours.
Location(s): Brvan & College Station
Date(s): November & December
Target Market Age: All Gender:
Number of participants: 80 in contest, 700 on tours, ? maps
Maximum Possible Participation: ? unlimited
Percent Satisfied on program evaluation: N/A
(Attach summary of surveys)
Fees: None
Budget: no specific budget - $ stolen from other programs
Expenditures: $1,000
Revenues: None
Survey Results (If available): N/A
All
Staff comments: This program has not been a priority for either Parks Department
for manv nears, hence, it is not well developed.
What are the benefits of the Program? Familv leisure opportunities, communitv
Pride.
Continue Program: Yes / No Why or why not? Not enou-h resources to fullv
develop the program.
If continued, what changes should be made? We need to re -allocate resources if
we continue the program.
Program disposition:
Program Name: Starlight Music Series
Brief Description: Recreational opportunities for the communitv and WPCA
including fine arts & music.
Location(s): WPCA
Date(s): March - October
Target Market Age: All Gender:
Number of participants: 35,000
Maximum Possible Participation: 77,000
Percent Satisfied on program evaluation: N/A
(Attach summary of surveys)
Fees: Free
Budget: $75,000 CSU $90,000 CSPARD
Expenditures: $164,000
Revenues: $600.00 concession rev.
Survey Results (If available): N/A
Staff comments: Successful for WPC, CSU, and CSPARD
What are the benefits of the Program? Free recreation, good promotion of CSU.
arts & culture, tourism.
Continue Program: Yes / No Why or why not?
If continued, what changes should be made? Continue to fine tune all aspects of
program.
Program disposition:
Program Evaluation
Program Name: Walk Across Texas
Brief Description: Co -sponsored with TX Coob Ext. Svc. Brazos Countv and Citv of
Brvan. Program is a team oriented "get moving-" program
Location(s): all over town
Date(s): March. April, Mav
Target Market Age: All (sender
Number of participants: 900
Maximum Possible Participation: unlimited
Percent Satisfied on program evaluation: N/A
(Attach summary of surveys)
Fees: None
Budget: None
Expenditures: $300 - $400
Revenues: None
All
Survey Results (If available): N/A
Staff comments: Little effort for the amount of good it produces.
What are the benefits of the Program? Better health for participants — development
of healthv habits
Continue Program: Yes/No Why or why not?
If continued, what changes should be made? None
Program disposition:
Program Name: Bio Blitz
Brief Description: An outdoor recreational program centered around wildlife
conservation and the environment.
Location(s): Lick Creek Park
Date(s): March or April
Target Market Age: All Gender:
Number of participants: 400
Maximum Possible Participation: 1,000
Percent Satisfied on program evaluation: N/A
(Attach summary of surveys)
Fees: None
Budget: $1,000
Expenditures: $1,000
Revenues: None
Survey Results (If available): N/A
All
Staff comments: Uniaue program co -sponsored with TAMU — not a bi,2 effort type
event.
What are the benefits of the Program? Exposing the communitv to wildlife. habitat,
conservation and exploring the effect of development on the wildlife of Lick Creek.
Continue Program: Yes / No Why or why not?
If continued, what changes should be made? A&M's part needs to be more
organized.
Program disposition:
Citize►as Committee Schedule
Week 1— February 18
Introductions
Overview of Committee's Charge
History of CS video
CIP video
Plan for future meetings
Rules
Week 2 - February 25
Planning & growth presentation
Financial Forecast / Debt Capacity
Week 3
Identified Projects
Rationale for Projects
Traffic
Week 4 — March 18
Streets
Parks
Week 5 — March 25
Facilities
Criteria for setting priorities
Week 6 - April 1
Multi -Voting
Ranking and Discussion of projects
Week 7 - April 8
Ranking and Discussion of projects (cost.)
Promotion of the CIP
Week 8 — April 15
Open
Carter Creek
Training Facility
2003 ® CIP Citizen Advisory Committee
Angie Alaniz
Laura Holmes
512 Gilchrest
3010 Durango
Edwin K. Coulson
Gregory S. Huchingson
4600 Valleybrook Circle
1102 Paintbrush Circle
Bill Eisele
Edsel Jones
9306 Chadwick Lane
3008 Durango
Sherry Ellison
Charles E. Lamb
2705 Brookway Drive
3203 Salzburg Court
Hays Glover
Mike Lane
300 Suffolk
4922 Firestone
Paul E. Kullman
Billy G. Lay
734 Royal Adelade
1016 Guadalupe
Thomas Longbrake
Carol Reynolds
1818 Laura Lane
1202 Todd Trail
Charles E. McCandless
Charles Rognon
310 Suffolk
4205 Snug Harbor
Harry Raisor
David Scott
1604 Armistead Street
1019 Guadalupe
Ken Rynolds
Shirley I Volk
4612 Colonial Circle
1215 Langford
Larry J. Ringer
Joe Wallace
4717 St Andrews Drive
1700 Briar Rose Ct.
Edward Uvacek, Jr.
Ward Wells
8601 Creekview Court
1415 Harpers Ferry
Richard C. Van Duyne
2800 Socorro
Dr. John P. Walter
2708 Wilderness North
Flora Huang Brookfield
407 Chimney Hill
Anita M. Davidson
1212 Lancelot
David F. Gardner
1106 12th Man Circle
Mary Ellen Hogan
605 Plano Drive
Identified Projects.xis
identified projects
Description
New City Hall at City Center Phase I
Relocation of Fire Station 1 3
Community Center / Multi -purpose Intergenerational
Police Facility - Phase I
Forestry Shop-
Central Park Shop ation.
p -Renov
Steeplechase Park Development.
S14n-en-d--o-a--h--P--a-r-k---D-e--v--e-lo-p-ment.
'Type
Facility
Facility
-Facility
Facility
Facility Total
Park
Park
Park
Park
Affin-Oar-
Capital Cost Operating
Estimate Cost
$ -2,-750,000.-- $ 38,0100
$ 1,710,000 $
3,000,000 i $ 50,000
2,790,000
10,250,000
670,000 3,000
200,000 $
315,000 $ 1 8, 000
315,000 i $ 19,000
Lick Creek Park Phase 11 Development. _ _
Park
578,000 I $
20,000
Sandstone Park
$
47,000 $
1,000
Park ImpioWe_We_n_ts_.
Park
$
1
217$
2,000
Richard Carter
,000
Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II Development.__Park
$
5,623,250 I $
65,000
New Cemetery Phase I Development.
Park
$
300,000 1 $
$
66,000
3,000
Intergenerational Enhancements
309000
Park Total
i $
8,574:250
Bike Loop Expansion
;Transportation$
2,661,884 $
5,000
Sidewalk improvements -----;Transportation-
I $
500,000 I $
-
Ped. Improvements across University Dr. @ Northgate
Transportation
407,000 1 $
Alternate access to the Windwood Subdivision
Arnold Road Extension
!Transportation
Transportation
$
1 $
1,907,091 I $
- 604,500 $
3,942,000 $
19,000
6,000
39,000
Bird Pond Road Extension__
Transportation
T
$
377,500 $
4,000
Central Park Lane Extension
Transportation
j
Dartmouth Extension
Hospital Road
'Transportation
(Transportation
I $
1 $
2,300,000 $
836,306 $
23,000
8,000
Lassie Lane Extension
(Transportation
I $
702,523 $
7,000
Marion Pugh Extension
!Transportation
$
421,314 $
4,000
Ritritnee Extension
ITransportation
I $
722,000 $
7,000
Lakeway GPR to BP major collector
!Transportation
$
2,682,143 $
11,000
Lakeway BP to RPR
;Transportation
'Transportation
$
4527,981 I $
$
39,000
15,000
Barron Road Design & Capacity Improvements
'Transportation
$
3:000,000
Rock Prairie Road Widening Design & ROW
$
2,969,835 $
15,000
Annexation Overlays
iTransportation
$
855,000 $
91,000
Traffic; Signals
'Transportation
$
2,250,000 $
250,000 $
24,000
Traffic Signal Communications
(Transportation
$
-
RR Grade Separations - ROW
Transportation
$
5,000,000 $
-
Northgate Street Rehabilitation
'Transportation
$
4,820,200 $
Greens Prairie Road Widening Phase 11
(Transportation
3,300,000 $
T
15,000
ik6_ck Prairie Road - Paving from GPR to City Limit
Oversize Participation
;Transportation
!Transportation
1 $
1,635,000 $
TbD
-
East - West Major Coliddor'(Alexandria Area)
Transportation
1$
1,600,000_ $
19,000
Preliminary Design & Land Acquisition
Transportation
TBD
Rock Prairie Medians Longmire to Victoria
Tra-risportation
$
500,000 i
-
- _��7
__ - __ - ___
Transportation Totali
48,772,277 1
t
Facility operating costs based on facility maintenance operations @ 2.50 $/sf
Park operating -- - - costs based on figures provided by the Parks Department
Street operating costs based on street operations 4,500 $/LM:i
V.
2/5/2003
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
CAPITAL
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DEDICATION
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d 4 Z�Y " ,� 5 IMPROVEMENT
r.' 7�d :'Y :. d s r � ,.e� o Y � PARK
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i V 'k _.� ... g ' ,v :; p. { fit,_ �' � :
,. a a G�.,: s. r ' " .s` `S.f '�,.' ; T" €�!,�,.,, P .; - j '" �" ..' e x �,. k`... d . .{,,.� .d' # ` ~S ,,,7
2003
' � re
February �..i ,. s4 *3„s
.IDS. 0, 6 ® d 3=ft ® d
Jack &Dorothy Miller Jogging Track
Complete
David
ST0200 I
$29,250
FY'02 General Fund
Veterans Park, Phase I
Complete
Ric
PK9941
$2,936,800
'98 G.O.
Madeley Park
Complete
Pete
PK9706
$48,000
'98 G.O.
Anderson Playground Replacement
Complete
p
David
PK0215
$39,950'
FY'02 Replacement
Bee Creek Battinq Cages & Backstops
Complete
David
PK0301
$25,000
FY'03 General Fund
Utility Service Building Landscape
Complete
Pete
E3900-P
$15,000
Thomas Pool Renovation
Under Construction
Ric
PK0205
$277,255
FY'02
Thomas Pool Shade Cover
Under Construction
Ric
PK0104
$19,000
'98 G.O.
Lick Creek Park Development, Phase I
Under Construction
Pete
PK0069
$478,000
98 G.O. /TPWD Grant
Southwood Athletic Park Improvements
Under Construction
David
PK0076
$119,000
'98 G.O.
Southwood Athletic Park Soccer Fence
Under Construction
Pete
N/A
$12,000
FY '03 General Fund
Thomas & Adamson Pool Lighting
Under Construction
Pete
PK0302
$16,000
FY '03 General Fund
Central Park Lighting Improvements
Under Construction
Pete
PK0101
$17,000
'98 Bond
`entral Park Softball Field Improvements
Under Construction
David
PK0300
$24,200
Improvement Fund
Southwood Senior League Dugout Covers
In Design
Pete
PK0300
$7,200
Improvement Fund
Bee Creek Light Pole Replacement
In Design
Pete
PK0303
$68,000
'98 G.O.
Arts Council Landscape Design
In Design
Pete
$0
Hensel Park Playground Replacement
On Hold
Pete
PK0210
$40,000
Replacement Account
Cemetery Land Acquisition
On Hold
Ross
GG9905
$275,000
'98 G.O.
Lincoln Center Expansion/Improvements
On Hold
Ric
$0
C D B G
kAIM
"Complete
I
0
Under Construction
8
Bids Received
0
Pending Contracts
0
10ut to Bid
0
In Design
3
On Hold
3
9/31 /02
11 /02
8/02
10/02
3/03
1 /03
3/03
3/03
10/03
2/03
2/03
3/03
2003
3/03
3/1 /03
5/03
Unknown
9/13/02 $ 61,643.20
11 /6/02
12/02
10/15/02
1 /31 /03
1 /30/03 $9, 300
1 /17/03
Northgate Park Acquisition
On Hold
IEastgate Park Improvements I
In Design
Wolf Pen Creek Trails
In Design
IRaintree Improvements
On Hold
IWindwood Im provements
On Hold
Edelweiss Park Pedestrian Bridge & Vegetation I
Under Construction
Southwood Athletic Park Playground Covers I
Out to Bid
Brothers, Fitch, Miller Benches I
On Hold
(Jack & Dorothy Miller Park Playqround Cushion
On Hold
(Southwood Sidewalks I
On Hold
ILon, mire Park Pla round & Picnic Unit
On Hold
(South Knoll Rubber Cushion
Agreement Complete
Anderson Walk and Benches I
On Hold
Bee Creek Benches I
On Hold
_.l
`Anderson Park Swing Set
On Hold
IGabbard Park Sidewalk I
On Hold
FENEW . , 3 : B
IWoodway Park Development I
Pending Land Acq.
I ��_
a
Shenandoah Park Development I
On Hold
(Pebble Creek Park Improvements/Tot Playground I
On Hold
Note: $0 budget - To be determined
Zone 1 Funds
Brazos Beautiful
Pete & Zone 2 Funds 1 /04
Zone 3 Funds
I
Pete
NA
$0
Zone 4 Funds
Pete
NA
$0
Zone 4 Funds
David
PK0216
$17,700
Zone 5 Funds
l
03103 I
Pete
NA
$21,000
Zone 5 Funds
03/31/03
David
NA
$25,000
Zone 5 Funds
3/30/03
David
NA
$0
Zone 5 Funds
8/29/03
Pete
NA
$0
Zone 5 Funds
6/30/03
Pete
NA
$0
Zone 5 Funds
Ric
NA
$8,000
Zone 6 Funds
Unknown
David
NA
$40,000
Zone 6 Funds
l
8/29/03
David
NA
$12,000
Zone 6 Funds
lI
6/30/03
David
NA
$12,000
Zone 6 Funds
lI
8/29/03 I
I
David
NA
$35,000
Zone 6 Funds
9/1/03
Ric
PK9803
$600,000
Zone 7 Funds
Unknown
Pete NA $0 Zone 10 Funds
Pete NA $0 Zone 11 Funds
T - lntergenerational Project
Complete
0
Under Construction
1
Bids Received
0
Pendinq Contracts
0
Out to Bid
1
In Design
3
Pendinq Land Acquisition
1
On Hold
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Embracing the Past, Exploring the Future!
City of College Station
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Fiscal Year 2003
Goals
(Not Prioritized)
Establish policies and standards for re -appraisal of existing parks, facilities, and
services offered by the Department
❑ Review quarterly park maintenance standards reports and develop recommendations
regarding levels of service (VS2SI.a) (1" Quarter report on January 14, 2003).
❑ Develop a long-term replacement schedule for playgrounds, court surfacing, and
other key facilities (VS2SL a)
❑ Evaluate all leisure service programs offered by the Department and develop
recommendations for improvements (VS2S2. b) (In progress — Aquatics presentation
on .November 12'h meeting; Athletics presentation on Dec. le; Educational
Programs on January 14'a:).
❑ Develop recommendations for implementation of an Urban Forest Management Plan
(VS2SLb) (Plan presented to Council on September 26, 2002).
Provide more interaction between Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and
Planning and Zoning Commission, and shared vision with the City Council
❑ Monitor status of Unified Development Ordinance (VS3Sl.a)
® Conduct a joint meeting with the City Council to discuss Board goals and
objectives (October 24, 2002).
❑ Conduct a joint meeting with the City Council to report on the progress of Board
goals and objectives
❑ Conduct a joint meeting with the Planning and Zoning Commission to discuss Board
goals and objectives and other issues (Scheduled for March 6, 2003).
Provide oversight for the implementation of the Capital Improvement Program
❑ Woodway Park site plan approval
❑ Shenandoah Park site plan approval
❑ Develop a plan for the use of existing Park Land Dedication Funds
(September 10, 2002)
❑ Lincoln Center/Tarrow Park site plan approval (Presentation of :survi v to Board on
November 121h. A joint meeting is being scheduled for mid -Feb. between the Parks
and Recreation Advisory Board and the Lincoln Center Advisory Board).
❑ Complete all remaining 1998 Bond Fund projects
Provide planning and coordination for the 2003 Bond Election (VS2S2.e)
Q Review and update submitted CIP list
❑ Develop additional recommendations for the CIP
❑ Staff/Board presentation to the Citizens Bond Committee
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
FY2003 Goals and Objectives
Board Approval: September 10, 2002
Council Approval: October 24, 2002
Updated: February 4, 2003
Page I of 3
Review and update the Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan (VS3S2.d)
® Staff review and update of the current Master Plan, Section I — Introduction
(September 2002)
® Staff review and update of Section V — Inventory and Facilities (September 2002)
2 Staff review and update of Section VI — Deeds Assessment and Identification
(September 2002)
0 Board subcommittee review and comments regarding proposed updates for
Section I, IV, and VI (October 2002)
L Board subcommittee review and comments regarding Section `III
Prioritization of Deeds and Plan Implementation (November 6; 2002)
11 Board subcommittee review and comments regarding Section III — Plan
Development Process (October 2002)
❑ Completion of the Parks and Recreation Department 5-Year Strategic Plan (l st Draft
Complete)
J Public input period for the revised Master Plan (On -going until approved)
® Board consideration of the revised Master Plan (January 2003)
❑ Planning and Zoning Commission consideration of the revised Master Plan
(Scheduled for March 6, 2003)
❑ City Council presentation and consideration of ordinance adopting revised Master
Plan (scheduled for April 2003)
Provide oversight for the implementation of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex
❑ Memorial Dedication Ceremony on November 11, 2002
Q Complete Phase I development (YS2S2.d) (September 2002)
❑ Investigate potential agreement with the College Station Soccer Club for clubhouse
building (In progress)
❑ Conduct Grand Opening of the Phase I project (Scheduled fbr May 17, 2003)
❑ Review operations and maintenance and make recommendations for Fiscal Year 2004
❑ Review Needs Assessment and update as required
❑ Develop revisions for Phase II recommendations
Provide oversight for the design and installation of the batting cages and backstops
at Bee Creek Park
R Secure funding
21 Approve site plan
21 Complete construction
Provide oversight for the installation of the new jogging track at Jack and Dorothy
Miller Park
Q Complete construction (September 2002)
❑ Investigate alternative types of surfacing for playgrounds
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
FY2003 Goals and Objectives
Board Approval: September 10, 2002
Council Approval: October 24, 2002
Updated: February 4, 2003
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Support implementation of the Greenways Master Plan (VS2S3.a)
❑ Receive update report from Greenways Coordinator
❑ Review Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan as it relates to greenways
Support the City Council°s Interagency Plan on any Park and Recreation related
issues
* Continue dialog with the College Station Independent School District regarding
future school/park developments and programs (presentation to CSISD on
January 21, 2003).
® Continue dialog with the College Station Independent School District and the
South Knoll PTO concerning the potential of rubberizing the South Knoll
jogging track (Interlocal Agreement approved by the Ciiy Council on December 19,
2002),
Cif Continue dialog with Texas A&M University regarding Hensel Park and
Veterans Dark and Athletic Complex (TA.MU Nature .Trail Planning; TAMU Cross
Country Team).
❑ Continue to investigate joint programming opportunities with the City of Bryan Parks
and Recreation Department (VS2S2.c) (In progress currently investigating
registration software opportunities)
Identify potential new sources of revenue
❑ Identify potential grant opportunities (TPWD — October 8, 2002)
- ❑ Investigate the potential for a donations program (In progress)
❑ Review user fees and develop recommendations
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
FY2003 Goals and Objectives
Board Approval: September 10, 2002
Council Approval: October 24, 2002
Updated: February 4, 2003
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
FY03 GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Implementation of the CIP Program
Continue to improve Staff Development
Implementation of City Council Strategic Issues
Implementation of Special Projects
Implementation of New Programs
Implementation of the CIP Program
❑ Complete the Lick Creek Park Phase I project (In progress)
❑ Complete master plan and design of Woodway Park
❑ Complete master plan and design of Shenendoah Park
❑ Complete intergenerational park projects (In progress)
❑ Complete G.O. 1998 Bond projects (In progress)
❑ Complete Thomas Pool renovation and shade structure (117 progress)
❑ Complete acquisition of new cemetery site (In progress)
Continue to Improve Staff Development
❑ Complete Management Academy (Kristin Lehde and Grace Calbert — scheduled to attend Feb. 17 h - 215,).
9 Complete Supervisory Academy (5 people: Jimmy Charanza, Keith Fails, Charles Harris, David Hudspeth, Marci
Rodgers)
❑ Complete National Recreation & Park Association Park Maintenance School (I person)
0 Complete the Texas Nature Trails Construction Workshop (David Wood)
0 Complete DPS Debris Management Course (Steve Beachy)
9 Complete Customized Media Presentations Workshop (Director, Assistant Director, and Superintendents)
❑ Complete the "Storms Over the Urban Forest Training" (Ross Albrecht — scheduled to attend Feb. 27-28th).
121 Complete NRPA Revenue Management Training (Peter Lamont — completed February 7, 2003).
Implementation of City Council Strategic Issues
❑ Complete the Recreation, Park and Open Space Master Plan update (Accepted by the Parks and Rec. Adv. Board on
Jan. 141f', a joint meeting is scheduled with the Board and the Planning and Zoning Commission on March 6t")
❑ Complete the Parks & Recreation Department 2003-2007 Strategic Plan (first draft complete)
❑ Complete the Lincoln Center/Tarrow Parks Master Plan update (In progress — Joint Meeting with the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board and the Lincoln Center Advisory Committee is being scheduled for mid -February)
❑ Achieve a 75% or higher rating on all major categories for Park Maintenance Standards (in Progress — 1"' Quarter
Report submitted to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on Jan. 14 1h)
❑ Develop implementation schedule of Urban Forest Management Plan (Plan presented to Council on September 26,
2002).
❑ Complete current capital improvement projects (In progress)
❑ Comprehensive review of all leisure services programs (Aquatic Programs presentation on November 12, 2002, Athletic
Programs presentation on December 10, 2002, and Educational Programs presented on January 14, 2003)
❑ Continue to explore cooperative efforts with other agencies (In progress: TAMU Hensel Park, TAMUIVPAC,
CSISDISouth Knoll Jogging Track, City of BryanlMadeley Park and Recreational Software, George Bush Library).
Implementation of Special Projects
0 Conduct dedication ceremony for Veterans Memorial project (November 11, 2002)
❑ Conduct grand opening of Veterans Parks & Athletic Complex (scheduled for May 17, 2003)
❑ Investigate feasibility of joint project with College Station Soccer Club (In progress)
❑ Conduct a benchmark survey of similar cities
❑ Investigate potential sources of additional revenue (In progress)
❑ Complete recommendations for future CIP program (in progress)
❑ Develop recommendations for existing Conference Center
❑ Conduct seasonal pay study and develop recommendations
2 Conduct dedication for the Jane Pulley Softball Fields (November 2, 2002)
Implementation of New Programs
❑ Complete implementation of Challenger sports program (Challenger Bowling to being in the summer of 2003)
❑ Begin operation of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex
❑ Implementation of cemetery software program
Recreation
City of college station
Updated. February 4, 2003
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Review Leisure Service
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City of Bryan
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Veterans Park
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Grand Opening
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May 17th
Board Review of 3rd
Quarter
1. Call to order. LRC Advisory Committee Chairperson Eleanor Williams called the
meeting to order at 5:55 p.m.
2. Pardons. Received pardons for Carl Dethloff and A. J. Daily.
3. Hear visitors. None.
4. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of minutes from the regular meeting
of November 11, 2002 and December 9, 2002. The following corrections were note:
November 11:
® Call to Order changed from 6:55 p.m. to 5:55 p.m.
® Reports: Public Relations Subcommittee — changed sentence to read
Chairperson Eleanor Williams put the position of Chair to the subcommittee
on the floor. All Means All Committee — added Hawkins to Co -Chair
Laverne Young
® Adjourn changed from 8:05 p.m. to 7:05 p.m.
5. Discussion, consideration, and possible action on the Adolescent Girls Outreach and
Education Subcommittees. Lance talked with Tana McCoy of Prairie View A&M
University Criminal Statistics. They plan to submit grants maybe by spring of next
year. It will be a nine -session program (conflict resolution, a session for boys 11-15,
etc.). It is tentatively on hold. Chairperson Williams asked Committee their
thoughts. After discussing a good approach for finding out what LRC youth are
interested in doing, the Committee moved and approved Debra Thomas to finalize a
youth questionnaire. Debra will work with Lance so he can have the questionnaire
ready for distribution at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Program. Debra will work with
Lance.
® Public Relations Subcommittee — Chairperson Williams attended the AAAP
Meeting regarding the Brazos Valley Festival of African Art. She cited the
web site (www.brazosafricanart.com). She attended the activities of the AKA
group on Saturday, January 11. The Ebony Fashion Show is coming in
March.
LRC Supervisor's Report
o Soul Food Luncheon will be 2/20
o Staff training within the next month or two
o Mary Maffett sends a Community Digest of the Brazos Valley
Services available to LRC community. He'll ask her to forward.
o TAMU Black Awareness graduate students are feeling isolated from
the community. They will be working with LRC students.
o Community Development Block Group Reclassification Meeting
tomorrow.
o Private schools will finish using athletic facilities at the end of the
month.
o First United Methodist Church will be moving the first of March.
o Lots of promotion going on for the Martin Luther King, Jr. program.
Neal was on the Mid Day Show today, Voices of Praise will be on
tomorrow, and Chase Clemmons will be on Thursday.
o The boy's basketball games start the week of January 27.
o Will attend the Texas Boys and Girls Club Professional Association
Meeting in Houston on January 17.
o Carmen Monroe, Youth of the Year, volunteer and President of
Keystone was hired as a Recreation Assistant.
o Ron Rowlett working with Lance for two 12 year old boys (Robin
Campbell and Jamie Glover) to participate in the Boys and Girls Club
Banquet on January 23 at 6:3o p.m. He has eight seats and Committee
members need to let him know by January 17 if they would like to
attend.
® All Means All Committee — Chairperson Williams mentioned that the group
wants to ensure all youth in the College Station I.S.D. get all the help they
need. They are zeroing in on reading. What they sat out to do is being
accomplished.
6. Future agenda items: W. A. Tarrow Update; presentation from Dave Gerling and
Lance; 2003 Workshop; and announcements.
7. Adjourn. 7:05 p.m.
The building is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for
sign interpretive services must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make arrangements call
(979) 764-3733.
1. Call to order.
2. Pardon — Possible action concerning requests for absences of members from meeting.
3. Hear visitors.
4. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of minutes from the regular meeting
of January 13, 2003.
5. Discussion, consideration, and possible action on the LRC Advisory Committee 2003
Workshop.
6. Discussion, consideration, and possible action on the W. A. Tarrow Update
Presentation.
7. Reports:
o Public Relations Subcommittee
o Adolescent Outreach/Education Subcommittee
o All Means All Committee
o LRC Supervisor's Report
8. Future agenda items:
9. Adjourn.
The building is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for
sign interpretive services must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make arrangements call
(979) 764-3733.
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
CONFERENCE CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MONTHLY MEETING
Tuesday, December 10,2003 AT 5:15p.m.
College Station Conference Center
1300 George Bush Drive
College Station, Texas 77840
MINUTES
Staff Present:
Grace Calbert, Conference Center Facility Supervisor
Nita Hilburn, Recording Secretary
Members Present:
Ed Holdredge, Fran Lamb (Vice Chair), Glenda Elledge, Mollie Guin
Members Absent:
None
Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 5:17pm
Pardon -Consider requests for absences of members from meeting:
None
Hear visitors- Kristen Harper and Lynn Reed with the Dynacisers group were visitors and gave a
presentation to the Conference Center Advisory Committee. They gave a chronological history of
Dynacisers. They also gave reasons they believe Dynacisers should be considered a non- commercial
status at the non- commercial rate fee.
Chair, Molly Guin, thanked Ms. Harper & Ms. Reed for attending and said, the committee will certainly
consider the Dynacisers concerns.
Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes:
Fran Lamb moved to accept the minutes for November 12, 2002 Regular Meeting as written. Ed Holdredge
seconded the motion.
Revenue Reports:
Revenue reports were reviewed for November 2002.
Revenues for November 2002 were $ 7,967.37 versus November 2001 of $10,366.67.
Number of clients served November 2002 were 5,887 vs. November 2001 of 6,936.
Fran Lamb moved to accept the Revenue Reports. Glenda Elledge seconded the motion
Adjourn:
Ed Holdredge moved to adjourn the meeting at 5:59pm. Fran Lamb seconded the motion.
The next meeting will be held at the College Station Conference Center on January 15, 2003 at 12:00noon.
Respectfully submitted,
Nita Hilburn, Recording Secretary
Senior Advisory Committee
Regular Meeting
Monday, January 27, 2003
College Station Teen Center
1520 Rock Prairie Road
10:00am
MINUTES
Members Present: Frank Camplone, Fred Dollar, Annie Lee Finch, Laura Holmes,
Catherine Lamb, Billy Lay, Robert Meyer, Suzanne Reynolds, Dipankar Sen, Yvonne
Stevens, Betty Wilborn and Joanna Yeager.
Members Absent: Bill Kling and Neal Nutall
Staff Present: Marci Rodgers, Senior Services Coordinator
I. Call to order.
The meeting was called to order by Joanna Yeager, Vice -Chairman at 10: I Oam.
II. Hear visitors.
No visitors were present.
III. Approval of minutes from regular meeting on December 16, 2002
Billy Lay made the motion that the minutes be approved. Robert Meyer seconded
the motion. The motion passed.
IV. Senior Day at the Capital — Tuesday, February 4, 2003
Marci Rodgers explained that the Area Agency on Aging will be sponsoring the
transportation for those who would like to attend. Events planned for the day
include opening remarks on the steps of the capital beginning at 10:30am. Special
exhibits in the capital along with entertainment available. This is an opportunity
to meet with area representatives to discuss issues concerning seniors. Buses will
leave Post Oak Mall at 7:30am on Feb. 41h and return between 4:00-5:OOpm that
day. There is no fee; however, lunch is on your own.
V. Program Committee
The committee met after the meeting to decide a meeting time convenient for all.
The committee will discuss ideas for programs not currently offered and present to
the committee at its regular meeting.
VI Senior Services Coordinator Report (copy attached)
Announcements:
♦ Income Tax reporting assistance will be offered beginning February 1 st at no
cost for seniors and low-income families at both Bryan and College Station
Libraries. See each library for schedules.
♦ Habitat for Humanities will be having a Garage Sale on February 151h at the
old Hobby Lobby location.
VII. Next meeting date and agenda.
The next meeting will be held on Monday, February 24�h at I0:00am at the Teen
Center. Include CIP Committee report on following agendas.
VIII. Adjourn
Laura Holmes made the motion to adjourn the meeting. Catherine Lamb seconded
the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 10:50am.
Senior Service Coordinator Report
January 2003
CIP Committee
Congratulations to Billy Lay and Laura Holmes for being selected to serve on
the CIP committee for the upcoming bond election.
The advisory board is in the process of a comprehensive review of all leisure
services and programs within the department and the educational program
presentation was on January 14th . Senior programs were included in the Xtra
Education report. The board was pleased with the progress of the program.
Brochures were mailed Thursday, January 16, 2003 to 20,000 residents and
30,000 inserts were distributed in The Eagle on Sunday, January 19, 2003.
Registration began on Tuesday, January 215t and classes begin today. More
than 30 classes are being offered for seniors or taught by seniors.
Up Coming EVENTS:
Computer Club
Third Friday Bridge
Senior Day at the Capital
Ballroom Dance
February 12 and *February 26th
February 21
February 4 th
February 13
Performance Measures ® First Quarter FY 103
Total programs offered: 25
Total enrollment: 437
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Park Land Dedication Ordinance
Project Review Checklist
Date Received:
Park zone:
Current Zone Balance:
Project Location:
Name of Development:
Applicant:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-mail:
Engineer/Planner:
Address:
City/State:
Phone Number/Fax:
E-Mail:
Section 10-13-1: Land Dedication
1 /28/2003
9
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North end of Zone 9 — Near Rock Prairie and Texas Avenue
Stonebrook Subdivision
Rock Prairie Road, L.P.
PO Box 277
Normangee, Texas 77871
Fax Number:
Ash and Browne Engineering, Inc.
PO Box 10838
College Station, Texas 77842
979-846-6914 Fax Number: 979-846-8914
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Single Family Dwelling Units: 0
Multi -Family Dwelling Units: 45
Total Land Requirement: 0.45 Acres
Proposed Dedication: 0
Has the Planning and Zoning Commission's approval been obtained? No
Land Fee:
Single Family Fee ($198/dwelling unit):
Multi -Family Fee ($160/dwelling unit):
Total Acquisition Fee:
Section 10-8-3: Park Development Fee
Single Family Fee ($358/dwelling unit):
Multi -family Fee ($292/dwelling unit):
Total Fee Amounts:
Total Single Family Fee ($556/dwelling Unit):
Multi -Family Fee ($452/dwelling Unit):
Park Land Dedication Checklist
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45 x $160 = $7,200
$7,200
45 x $292 = $13,140
45 x $452 = $20,340
Section 10-B-4: Park Development in Lieu of Fee
Required development cost:
Staff review date and comment:
Parks Board review and decision:
Section 10-B-5: Minimum Park Size
Is the proposed park less than five (5) acres?
N/A
If yes, staff recommends:
Section 10-B-7: Prior Park Acquisition
Is there an existing park that can serve the proposed development? No
If yes, staff recommends:
Section 10-: Comprehensive Plan
Is the proposed park dedication in compliance with the
City's Comprehensive Plan and the Recreation, Park,
and Open Space Master Plan?
Comments:
Section 10-F: Additional Information
1. Is land in the 100-year floodplain? Percentage:
a. Detention/Retention? Size:
Meets Board Policy?
Acreage in floodplain: Percentage:
Acreage in detention: Percentage:
Acreage in greenways: Percentage:
Comments:
Park Land Dedication Checklist
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b. Does the location require users to cross an arterial road?
c. Topography:
d. Trees/Scenery:
2.
a. Is the land adjacent to a school?
b. Restricted access:
c. Is there screening if the park
joins a non-residential use?
d. Park perimeter percentage that
abuts a street:
Staff Recommendations: Staff recommends acceptance of the cash dedication. Park needs
will be served by a park located on the Richey Tract development.
Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board:
Planning and Zoning Commission:
City Council:
Park Land Dedication Checklist
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Embracing the Past, Exploring the Future.
P.O. Box 9960 1101 Texas Avenue & College Station, TX 77842 (979) 764-3500
www.ci.college-station.tx.us
Memorandum
TO: Parks Board & Lincoln Recreation Center Advisory Committee
FROM: Ann Marie Hazlett, Secretary
DATE: February 14, 2003
SUBJECT.- Saint Meeting, Tuesday, February 18, 2003
There will be a joint meeting with the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and the
Lincoln Recreation Center Advisory Committee on Tuesday, February 18, 2003,
at 5o45 pm at the Lincoln Center Community Room.
If you have any questions please contact me at 764-3486. Also, please let me
know as soon as possible if you will not be able to attend the meeting to insure
quorum requirements. Thank you and hope to see you there.
Attachments:
Home of Texas A&M University
Home of the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum
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Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................................................ 1
History............................................................................................................................... 2
Goalsand Objectives......................................................................................................... 4
Timetable........................................................................................................................... 5
DataCollection.................................................................................................................. 6
DataResults.....................................................................................................................10
PriorityList of Needs.......................................................................................................13
ImplementationPlan........................................................................................................15
Phasing of the Tarrow Park Project.................................................................................16
Maps and Graphics .....................................
Appendix A, Lincoln Center/Tarrow Park Master Plan......................................17
Appendix B, W.A. Tarrow Park Master Plan......................................................18
Appendix C, Lincoln Recreation Center Floor Plan............................................19
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Introduction
The W.A. Tarrow Park Corridor (formerly Lincoln Center & Wayne Smith Park) is
located on the west side of the City of College Station, approximately one half mile south
of Texas A&M University. It is in the heart of a low -to -moderate income area.
The corridor area is anchored on the north by a girl's softball field and adjacent
playground equipment at the intersection of Park Place and Fairview. On the south is
bounded by Holleman Drive next to the Lincoln Recreation Center, a mixed -use facility.
On the west side by a low-income apartment complex and newly constructed Little
League Fields. And the east side is bounded by Eleanor Street.
The area is generally flat and open with a major north -south drainageway which is an un-
named tributary of Bee Creek. This provides a natural division between park and
multifamily residential uses. Two other minor drainageways flow into this Bee Creek
tributary, segmenting the corridor into several areas.
Lincoln Center participation has experienced tremendous growth in the last several years.
In 2000, the center had 49,000 youth and adults attending programs throughout the year.
2001, the overall participation grew to 67,600 people. The number grow to just under
69,000 in 2002. This represents an increase in users by about 29% in the past 3 years.
Overcrowding has become more of an on -going issue. Also, the number of programs
offered have increased more people.
At the direction of the City Council, and Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, the Parks
& Recreation Department began the process to update the original Lincoln Center/Wayne
Smith Park master plan. This process began in the summer of 2002. City staff
administered a survey and the results were compiled and used to prioritize the
community needs. Several different groups were surveyed including users of the Lincoln
Recreation Center, area churches, neighborhood residences, city departments, and
concerned citizens.
This revised master plan for this community provides an update of land use and is
intended to enhance the quality of life for those who use W.A. Tarrow Park and Lincoln
Recreation Center facilities.
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History
The Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith Park Master Plan was originally completed and
adopted in 1990. This ambitious plan linked the two municipal properties together in a
plan to provide additional park amenities to the neighborhood and community.
The plan received public input through surveys and public hearings. The Lincoln Center
Advisory Committee and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board also provided input.
The plan provided direction for staff to begin development with clear goals in mind. The
function of the City property in the corridor was divided into the areas of neighborhood
use, social services, community use, and a fourth area that mixed neighborhood and
community use.
Acquisition of additional property was essential to the plan. This additional property
provided the required linkage and space for additional park features requested by
participants in the planning process. The majority of the property to be acquired was
either vacant or substandard housing.
The adopted plan called for continuation of the neighborhood/community functions of
the Lincoln Recreation Center, extension of Eleanor Street to Montclair, addition of
neighborhood park features, addition of a youth baseball park, and installation of a social
services center on the east side of Eleanor Street. The youth baseball park was included
because, at one time, all youth baseball was played in the area until new facilities were
developed in Southwood Athletic Park. The survey respondents asked that youth
baseball return to this area so that it would be more accessible to the residents in the
neighborhood.
Also included in the plan was a new West District Maintenance Shop located in the
Southwest portion of the park.
Plan Implementation:
I. Beginning in the early 1990's thirty-one (31) separate pieces of property were
acquired to connect various portions of the park. The result was a single park
property of 21.26 acres. Much of the purchased property was cleared of brush
and debris and developed into open space.
II. Eleanor Street was extended in 1994 from Montclair to Thompson Street. This
provided better access to the park and added significant on -street parking
opportunities. Sidewalk improvements were also completed.
III. In 1994, a number of site improvements were made. These included drainage
improvements, sidewalks, bridges, and area lighting.
IV. The Wayne Smith youth baseball fields were completed in 1999. This project
included three (3) fields with a 200-space parking lot and a large
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concession/restroom building. This is an excellent facility with high quality
fencing, turf, and drainage.
V. The new West District Maintenance Shop was completed in 2000. This 5,000
square foot building alleviated overcrowding and provides adequate storage space
for the West District's equipment. The completion of this facility allowed the
District's personnel to move from the old shop located adjacent to the Lincoln
Center. The completion also allowed planning for alternate uses of the old shop
site.
VI. Additional lighting and sidewalks were added in 2000.
VII. In the fall of 2002, new benches were installed as part of a city-wide effort to
make College Station parks more intergenerational.
VIII. In 2002, a 700 square foot entry space was added to the Lincoln Center to ease
overcrowding and patron movement during large events.
In 1998, the Lincoln -Wayne Smith Corridor was renamed "W.A. Tarrow Park" in honor
of W.A. Tarrow, a Lincoln High School principal. When the youth baseball fields were
completed in 1999, the baseball complex was named the "Wayne Smith Youth Baseball
Fields", in honor of his efforts in establishing the first youth baseball fields in College
Station.
At the September 14, 2000 Council meeting, staff presented background information on a
One -Stop Social Service Center that had been previously proposed. The project had been
proposed several years earlier, and at that time $150,000 of CDBG funding had been
allocated for future design/construction costs. Staff outlined potential project options and
requested Council direction. At that meeting, Council directed staff to further study the
need for such a facility. At the June 28, 2001 Council meeting, staff presented findings
of studies and surveys that were prepared to explore the One -Stop issue. Based on those
findings, staff recommended to Council that the previously allocated funding be
reallocated to other public facility projects and that the City, instead, support ongoing
Information and Referral efforts in the community. Finally, those funds were reallocated
by Council at the August 9, 2001, to other public facility projects.
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Goals and Objectives
The original Lincoln Center/Wayne Smith Master Plan was completed in 1990. Much of
the plan has been successfully completed. Over $2.5 million has been expended within
the corridor on items identified in the 1990 plan. This updated plan identifies past
accomplishments and provides planning di
plan, this new plan includes evaluation and
Recreation Center.
Goals and Objectives:
L Update Plan Accomplishments
-ection for the future. Unlike the original
planning for future additions to the Lincoln
- Show existing access points.
- Document existing boundaries gained through park acquisition.
- Identify infrastructure additions.
- Identify current land use.
II. Change The Name Of The Plan
- The corridor is now known as W.A. Tarrow Park.
- Youth baseball fields are now the "Wayne Smith Youth Baseball Fields."
III. Park Planning and Development
- Provide updated park infrastructure needs.
- Plan for future use of park buildings.
- Develop recommendations for future land use.
Develop recommendations for future land acquisitions.
IV. Lincoln Center Planning and Development
- Establish programming priorities for the Lincoln Recreation Center.
- Develop recommendations for use of existing space within the Lincoln
Recreation Center.
- Identify additional space needs for the Lincoln Recreation Center.
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Timetable for Lincoln Center
Master Plan Review
July 12, 2002
Complete and finalize wording for the survey.
July 26, 2002
Presentation to Lincoln Recreation Center Advisory Board for approval
before administering the survey.
August 23, 2002
Complete surveys and start tallying numbers.
September 9, 2002
Return results of the survey to the Lincoln Recreation Center Advisory
Committee and conduct a public hearing.
October 14, 2002
Present and discuss staff analyses of the survey results with the Lincoln
Center Advisory Committee.
November 2002
Finalize data collection and analyses.
1) What is wanted for Tarrow Park
2) What is wanted for the Lincoln Recreation Center
Collection groups should included: Lincoln School Former Students
Concerned Black Men Org.
Area churches that use the center
City Departments — PARD & others
Regular users of the center
Renters of the center
Seniors
Adults — older & younger
Youth
Lincoln Recreation Center Staff
December 9, 2002 Conduct a public hearing with the Lincoln Recreation Center Advisory
Committee and prioritize list.
January 2003
Staff development of draft plan.
February 18, 2003
Staff review with city management
February 18, 2003
Presentation and discussion of the draft plan with Lincoln Recreation
Center Advisory Committee and the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
during a joint meeting.
February 24, 2002
Discussion, consideration, and possible action of the plan by the Lincoln
Recreation Center Advisory Committee.
March 4, 2003
Discussion, consideration, and possible action of the plan by the Parks &
Recreation Advisory Board.
April 24, 2003 Presentation of the plan to the City Council for possible adoption.
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Data Collection
Many different sources were used in the collection of the data. Opinions and information
were solicited from both the private and public sectors to insure thoroughness. City staff,
public officials, community groups, and individual citizens were all involved in the
process. Much of the technical information from the original 1990 study did not need to
be duplicated, however, it was reviewed as part of this process.
Both the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and the Lincoln Recreation Center
Advisory Committee were consulted for their input at meetings during the process. Staff
from the Parks and Recreation Department and other city departments were interviewed
for the study.
All user groups of the Lincoln Recreation Center were polled during the survey to insure
that no user group was left out of the process. The groups surveyed were area private
schools, area churches, former Lincoln School graduates, area residence, local neighbors,
educators, and the youth that attend the center. Several public hearings were held during
this process to collect additional input from interested citizens.
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Parks a
Reereation
city of college station Help us plan your Park!
It is time to update the Master Plan for the Lincoln Center/W A Tarrow Park Corridor for
the College Station Parks and Recreation Department.
Because you live close to the park area, your recommendations, ideas and opinions are
very important to our planning process. Please answer the following questions to facilitate and aid
the College Station Parks and Recreation Department's Community Needs Assessment Team
ascertain the kinds of activities and facilities you enjoy the most. Thank you for your assistance.
Date Circle your age: 10 & under 11-17 18-40 over 40
Name Address
(Name and address is optional)
1. How many persons at your address fall in each of the following age group?
Male Female Male Female
a. 0-5 years
e.
21-30 years
b. 6-10 years
f.
31-40 years
C. 11-15 years
g.
41-50 years
d. 16-20 years
h.
over 50 years
2. How often do you or your family visit the Lincoln Center/W A Tarrow Park complex?
a. Never
d.
A few times a week
b. A few times a year
e.
4 or 5 times a week
C. A few times a month
f.
Every day
3. If you our your family never visit the complex
or only
visit a few times a year, what changes
would cause you to visit more?
a. Exercise room/equipment
h.
More gym space
b. Swimming pool/water park
i.
Improve area safety
C. More ball fields
j.
Upgrade basketball courts
d. Enlarge/enhance playgrounds
k.
Diverse Programming
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e. Reduce crowding
1. Improve access
f. Lower membership fees
in. Open more hours
4. When do you most like to use Lincoln Center/W
A Tarrow Park Complex?
a. Afternoon
C. Weekend
(after work/school)
b. Evening
d. Other
5. Should the Lincoln Center be open more hours? Presently 8-9 M-F, 9-5 Sat., closed Sunday
a. Yes What hours?
b. No
6. Do you or someone in your family participate
in any of the following sports activities. Check
as many apply.
a. Little league
f. Swimming
b. Girls softball
g. Boxing
C. Soccer
h. Tennis
d. Basketball
i. Track/jogging
7. If you or your families do not participate in any of the above activities, why not?
8. Please check your three favorite sports activities.
a. Softball f. Volleyball
b. Baseball g. Track & field
C. Basketball h. Swimming
d. Flag football i. Tennis
e. Soccer j. Other
9. Do you feel the park complex needs any additional facilities?
a. Yes b. No
10. If you think the park complex needs additional facilities, what facilities should be provided?
Please check no more than eight items.
a. Exercise room w/showers h. _ Children's play areas
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b.
_ Swimming pool
c.
_ Water park
d.
Outside basketball courts
e.
_Adult softball fields
f.
Outdoor covered meeting area
g.
_ Jogging & fitness field
h.
_ Regulation track & field track
P.
_ Multi -use auditorium
i.
Tennis courts
j.
_ Inside basketball courts
k.
_ Boxing ring/training area
1.
Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts
in.
_ Soccer/football field
n.
_ Outdoor restrooms
o.
_ Outdoor lighting
p. Other
11. What other recreational activities would you like to see offered?
12. What other programs would you like to see? Please select no more than six.
a. _ Day care center
b. _Tutoring for grades 1-12
C. _ Community education classes
d. _ Big brother/big sister program
e. Public health clinic
f. _ Head start program (0-5)
h. Cultural programs
(dance, art, theatre, etc.)
i. Branch/mobile library
j. _ Senior citizens program
k. _ Boy scouts/girl scouts
1. _ Interurban trolley bus stop
13. If necessary, may we or the Lincoln Center Advisory Board contact you for follow-up
questions?
a. _ Yes
b. No
14. Please add any comments that you feel we should consider in our park design.
Thank You!
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Data Results
2002 SURVEY RESULTS
LINCOLN CENTER/W.A. TARROW PARK
MASTER PLAN UPDATES
AGE CATEGORIES
AGES: 10 & under 11-17 18-40 over 40
TOTAL: (3) (14) (67) (49)
1. How many persons at your address fall in each of the following age group?
Male
Female
Male
Female
21
14
0-5 years
18
30
11
26
6-10 years
24
40
30
31
11-15 years
19
174
25
18
16-20 years
16
43
21-30 years
31-40 years
41-50 years
over 50 years
2. How often does you or your family visit the Lincoln Center/W A Tarrow Park complex?
13 - Never
42 - A few times a year
11 - A few times a month
16 - A few times a week
33 - 4 or 5 times a week
18 - Every day
3. If you or your family never visit the complex or only visit a few times a year, what changes
would cause you to visit more?
46 - Exercise room/equipment
51 - Swimming pool/water park
14 - More ball fields
23 - Enlarge%nhance playgrounds
9 - Reduce crowding
13 - Lower membership fees
8 - More gym space
12 - Improve area safety
30 - Upgrade basketball courts
14 - Diverse programming
13 - Improve access
16 - Open more hours
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4. When do you most like to use Lincoln Center/W A Tarrow Park Complex?
48 - Afternoon (after work/school) 39 - Weekend
33 - Evening 30 - Other (mornings)
5. Should the Lincoln Center be open more hours? Presently 8-9 M-F, 9-5 Sat., closed Sunday.
52-Yes
81 - No
6. Do you or someone in your family participate in any of the following sports activities?
Check as many as apply.
14 - Little League
21 - Girls' Softball
27 - Soccer
58 - Basketball
39 - Swimming
4 - Boxing
34 - Tennis
35 - Track/jogging
7. If you or your families do not participate in any of the above activities, why not?
Most participants did not respond to this question, some stating that they did not have enough
time.
8. Please check your three favorite sports activities.
34 -
Softball
31 -
Baseball
72 -
Basketball
37 -
Flag football
17 -
Soccer
42 -
Volleyball
33 -
Track & field
38 -
Swimming
13 -
Tennis
5 -
Other
9. Do you feel the park complex needs any additional facilities?
98 - Yes
35 - No
10. If you think the park complex needs additional facilities, what facilities should be provided?
Please check no more than eight items.
64 - Exercise room w/showers
67 - Swimming pool
45 - Water park
36 - Children's play area
23 - Tennis courts
12 - Inside basketball courts
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22 - Outside basketball courts
15 - Adult softball fields
26 - Outdoor covered meeting area
34 - Jogging & fitness field
17 - Regulation track & field track
32 - Multi -use auditorium
12 - Boxing ring/training area
16 -
Boy/Girl Scouts
25 -
Soccer/football field
25 -
Outdoor restrooms
30 -
Outdoor lighting
5 -
Other
11. What other recreational activities would you like to see offered?
Archery, golf, dance, senior, gymnastics health classes, weight room, fishing, volleyball,
table tennis, kid camp and clinics, and swimming.
12. What other programs would you like to see? Please select no more than six.
47 - Day care center
53 - Tutoring for grades 1-12
39 - Community education classes
48 - Big Brother/Big Sister Program
36 - Public health clinic
36 - Head Start Program (0-5)
58 - Cultural programs (dance, art, theatre, etc)
20 - Branch/mobile library
36 - Senior citizens program
25 - Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts
19 - Interurban trolley bus stop
13. If necessary, may we or the Lincoln Center Advisory Board contact you for follow-up
questions?
107 - Yes
i81MRn
14. Please add any comments that you feel we should consider in our park design.
The majority of participants in the survey did not respond with comments regarding park
design considerations. Other comments were related to improving senior services, adding
cultural monuments, expanding general services and academic assistance for youth.
Thank You!
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Priority List of Needs
2002 Lincoln/W.A. Tarrow Park Master Plan Survey
Priority List
Local community residents, area leaders, members of the Lincoln Former Students
Association, Concerned Black Men of the Brazos Valley and Lincoln Recreation Center
Advisory Committee reviewed the results of the recent survey. This survey's purpose
was to gather community input addressing the needs of the community. This information
will help to identify capitol improvement projects for the future. A public hearing was
held December 9, 2002 at 6:45 p.m. at the Lincoln Recreation Center. A total of 28
citizens were in attendance. The group developed a list of potential improvements and
then prioritized them into the following list. The proposed list of ideas will be given
further attention in the development of the 2002-2003 Lincoln/W.A. Tarrow Park Master
Plan Update.
Prioritized list:
1. Multipurpose facility expansion to encompass low-income daycare needs, senior
program, auditorium (capacity 100-200) for civic and cultural programs and events,
class rooms for community education activities, exercise room with equipment and
showers/dressing area, and additional space for game room. Most in attendance were
thinking of expanding to the south of the current building. Participants stated that
future expansion on the south side of the existing complex could cause the
playground to be relocated to another area in Tarrow park. Most in attendance agreed
that available space on south side of Lincoln was acceptable.
2. Additional parking has been needed at the Center for many years. Current
programming causes parking congestion on local streets in the neighborhood.
Participants stated that any expansion in the building would most likely cause parking
requirements to increase over current needs.
3. Improving the children's play area was given consideration based on future
expansion, anticipated usage, safety, and security. When relocation of the
playground is considered, shade for parents should be part on the plan.
4. Upgrading and covering the outdoor basketball court was recommended. With
the increased use of the gymnasium by regular customers, Brazos Valley Boys and
Girls Club sports, private schools and CSPARD Athletics, there are times when
scheduling is a problem. Programming recreational activities for youth, coordinating
a variety of functions and special events take time away from many local users who
desire to use the gym. Spring and summer months bring about competition for gym
space. Being able to transfer activities to a covered play area would suffice and give
the staff the capacity to deliver services more effectively. During the summer as the
program is at its maximum use inside the complex. Children do not have the option
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to play in a safe area outside due to the heat. An outside covered area will give the
staff more flexibility in planning a diversity of appropriate activities, easing
overcrowding in rooms, hosting special events, and give the public more overall court
time. The outdoor court is currently used seasonally due to heat and cold extremes.
Special attention should be given to types of lighting and other utilities to maximize
use.
Splash/water playground/swimming pool. Swimming is a favorite activity by many
of the respondents who completed the survey. After discussion the group favored a
splash/water playground over a swimming pool because of cost, difficulty in securing
funding, intergenerational appeal, safety, and security. Design elements of a
splash/water playground might lend itself to other potential uses during the off-season
for youth and community activities.
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This plan is the result of a critical analysis and review of the Master Plan that was
originally developed in 1990. After careful review of the survey results and priority list,
staff looked at the different options for placement of the new and upgraded facilities.
Much care was incorporated into the process to insure the community wishes were
addressed, as well as, the preservation of the existing athletic fields.
At a public meeting on December 9, 2002 a list of priorities was made. The item
identified as the #1 priority was more building space for activities at Lincoln Center.
Staff feels that this could be implemented in two phases. First with the addition to the
existing building; and second with construction of a second building. The first addition
should include shower/ dressing rooms and rioom for youth programming. And the
second building should accommodate rooms for senior programming and a large
multipurpose room that can be divided into smaller rooms for youth/ community
programming. Most in attendance at the public hearing agreed that available space on
south side of Lincoln Center is an acceptable location for the building.
The second listed priority from the public hearing was additional parking. This would
have to be included with any building extension or addition. The soccer practice field
west of the Lincoln gym was a high priority to preserve as a playing surface. Therefore,
placement of each item was recommended to maximize the land use and future operation
of the facilities. The playground south of Lincoln Recreation Center is nearing the end of
its life expectancy. The community has asked that it be relocated to the north side of the
building near the gym and parking area. It is recommended to remove the current
playground and install a new playground north of the gym near the parking lot.
Due to the underground drainage culverts that bisects the property, there are some
limitations to what can be constructed over the culverts. Parking is an allowable activity
and it is recommended to place the parking over it. It was felt that the covered basketball
court would fit best in the corner of the parking lot. This will allow for greater "line -of -
sight" supervision from the center. It also places it in close proximate to the center for
multi use of that structure including youth programming and activities, dance practice,
etc.
A water structure was incorporated in to the plan as requested by the community. The
placement of that zero depth unit was the most difficult to locate. Staff wanted it to be in
a highly visible space with easy access to the users. It was determined that clustering it
with the other outdoor facilities would best serve all involved as well as detour
vandalism.
Implementation of this plan is recommended to be accomplished in a multi year
approach. Funding availability will determine in any decision to proceed. Multiple
funding sources might be the best way to achieve successful completion of these
proposed improvements.
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Phasing of the Tarrow Park Project
Existing Building Expansion and Additional Parking
II. Basketball Court and Cover
Playground Relocation
III. New Building and Parking Expansion
IV. Water Play Area/ Splashpark
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From:
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To:
Ann Hazlett
Date:
2/18/03 11:44AM
Subject:
Fwd: Parks Board Meeting
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I will"be unable to attend tonights meeting (February 18). My daughter has a sporting event in which I
need to attend.
From: "CARL DETHLOFF" <cdethloff@csisd.org>
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Date: 2/9/03 2:41 PM
Subject: Feb. 18 meeting
Ann,
I will not be able to attend the Feb. 18 joint meeting with LCAC and CS
Parks due to a class at TAMU. I take 9 hours at night and one of my
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Lincoln School
alack Education in College Station
Many black citizens settled inBrazos county osaresult of slavery. !n18G4there were 2_QM3slaves
in Brazos County,during this time period formal education did not exist. Formal education for blacks began
in Brazos county in1871.eaoresult of the passage of the Public School Act of1871.
Education for black citizens, who resided in the 55 square mile area which now constitutes the A&M
Consolidated School District ofCollege, inthe late1800's and at the beginning of the 1900's was provided by
a network of ame/l area schools. In 1810 there were 39 buildings in which black schools were located
throughout Brazos County. Twenty-two of the buildings were rented, and seventeen were owned by the public.
Many were srno!|. 1-4 room buildings and were often located in or near black churches. The scholastic
enumeration papers submitted to the State Education Agency by the A&M Consolidated School District noted
that black students were attending schools at Shirock, Union Hill, Wellborn, College Independent, and Dowling
and Providence 2 One hundred twenty seven students attended classes at the various black schools in the
A&.MConsolidated School District in1S23.
\n1928 black schools located inthe A&M Consolidated School District included Peach Creek, Sulphur
Springs, Wellborn, Shrnoh Dowling and Providence, Union Hill, Washington Chapel, and College Hills. ° For
the next 15 years the number of students attending classes gnaw steadily and by 1038. 246 students were
attending classes. All of these schools were elementary schools. The A&M Consolidated School District, which
did not have a black high school, had an agreement with the Bryan Independent School District toallow
students toattend Kemp High School inBryan. The tuition fees for students who attended Kemp High School
were paid for by the A&M Consolidated School District. The district also provided abus for transportation ho
Bryan for the students.'
In the 1930's the number of black students that attended high school in the district steadily increased,
and mmwell osthe cost oftuition and transportation for the students toKemp High School. Asmresult ofthese
continuing rising costs and in an effort to provide a more comprehensive education to the black scholastic
population ofthe district, discussions pertaining toconstructing ablack high school fortheschool district began.
On January 8, 1941, the A&M Consolidated Board of Trustees initiated discussions about the need for a black
high school in the District. Arguments forthe construction of a high school included: the significant savings over
time intuition and transportation costs, endencOunaAinQnnoreameaotUdantstqottendhiQhoohcoio The
board decided tobuild facilities for ablack high school inCollege Station. Abond election was held onMarch
29. 1941. hnacquire capital for building this school among other projects./
The site was selected for the school, and five acres were purchased from the Matthew and Fanny R.
Davis estate for the sum of $ 100 per acre. » The site which was located at the southwestern city Urnita of
College Station, is now bordered by Eleanor and Holleman streets. Plans forthe school progressed rapidly and
the eohum| opened its doors for the 1841-42 academic year. |niba(|y, the school consisted of building
containing six c/aman»oms, a principal's office, and a home economics cottage.
A curriculum for the black high school, which was initially known as A&M Consolidated Negro School,
was adopted. Courses approved by the uchum( board included: English, Hiutory, Negro History, Practical
Arithmetic, Elementary Science, Vocational Agriculture, Industrial Shop, Home Economics, Defense Training
Work, and Training for adult mnaide.m E. M. Cunningham was selected as the principal for the school. Mr.
Cunningham also served as the Vocational Agriculture teacher; other faculty members were Thoy K8yd!e
(Jvvens. Edna HonieTarnzw, William A. Tarnzw, A. J. Thompson, and Ruth Cunningham.
Elementary schools located within College Station, as well as those from outlying areas were moved
to the new school. Grades 1 -11 were established in 1941, and grade 12 was added the next year. The first
graduates for the new school received their diplomas in 1842.They were: Lo|aV. Robiaon.O. B.Tovmnmend.
Ethel Mae Eaton, Clarence Burrell, Dan McGill, and Dora Jewel Townsend.
The school continued boflourish and expand. |n1Q45bxmusnoted inaserial inTheBsttoUmn.
that the black school for College Station had ebudget of$15.OUOannually. It employed 1Oteachers and 2E6
children attended school that year.^Asmall plot ofadditional land located one block from the original school
site was purchased from Edward V. and Birdie Beatrice Hrdlicka on October 13, 1945, for $600.'2 This land
was designated to be used as a football and athletic field for A&M Consolidated Negro School.
On June 13,1946 the name of the school was changed from A&M Consolidated Negro School to
Lincoln High'School William A. Tarrow was named as the school's new principal. In 1947 the Vocational
Agriculture and Industrial Shop class under the guidance of the Vocational Agriculture teacher expanded the
shop building by building an additional room-4 The material for this project was acquired by dismantling
buildings at the old Minter Springs school site.
Attendance at the school grew rapidly, and citizens of the city were concerned about the school's
cramped facilities. Specifications for a new High School Building on the Lincoln campus were d and
submitted by R. G. Schneider, Architect and Engineer, on December 1, 1948" This building endeavor was
a portion of an overall expansion of A&M Consolidated facilities in 1948. In February 1949, C. L. Andrews was
awarded the building contract for the four classroom building, which was to be located west of the elementary
school building. t6
Lincoln School served as the social hub of College Station's black community, and at least for a short
period of time as a spiritual meeting place. The College Station Church of Christ requested and received
permission from the school board to use rooms on the campus as a meeting place on Sunday mornings,
Sunday evenings, and Wednesday or Thursday nights. In return the congregation agreed to reimburse the
school district for the utilities costs and any additional janitorial services required.
The Lincoln campus growth continued in an effort to better serve the community. The construction of
tennis courts for the Lincoln campus were a topic of discussion by school board members during the spring of
1950. This proposal was approved by the A&M Consolidated School Board in May 1950. t8 Expansion of the
school continued throughout the 1959s. The A&M school board discussed future construction for Lincoln
campus throughout the fall of 1950. On June 14, 1951, bids for an industrial arts shop and science building
were taken and the building was completed in April 1952. '9
A number of milestones and events occurred involving Lincoln School in 1953. In January bids for the
construction of a Gymnasium were opened. The specifications for the gymnasium included the requirement
of piers for future expansion of the building and room for construction of a stage and dressing rooms 20 Public
School Week in 1953 was. observed at the school with festivities that included a radio program and an open
house. Progress on the establishment of a library for the school continued throughout 1952 and 1953. On
September 4, 1953, Lincoln School was accredited by the State Department of Eduction 2'
As the focal point of the community grew the personality of the school developed. The school colors
were purple and gold and the mascot chosen for the school was the panther. The school mottos was, "Forward
forever, backward never," and their school song was " O' Lincoln High"
O' Lincoln High
O' Lincoln High we love you true.
We love the purple and gold too.
To you we will always be true.
O' Lincoln High how we love you.
The purple and gold means much to me.
Let's try to keep our colors true,
We pledge a better school to be,
O' Lincoln High how we°love you.
As the school grewthe area that could be used as an athletic field was found to be inadequate. In 1956
discussions concerning a possible trade of 80,000 square feet of property owned by the school district with a
120,000 square feet parcel owned by the Hrdlicka heirs. 22 The land trade was completed on February 11,
1957. A&M Consolidated paid the Hrdlicka estate $10.00 for the additional square footage. 23 This trade
allowed the athletic fields to be located adjacent to the school and to be more readily accessible to students.
Expansion of the school continued with the addition of a homemaking cottage. Bids for the construction of the
homemaking cottage were announced on July 17, 1956.24
Discussions on plans for integration of the A&M Consolidated School District began on June 15, 1956.
This was the first of a series on ongoing meetings and seminars on the subject. It was decided to adopt a "wait
and see attitude. "25 In the early 1960's the A&M Consolidated Independent School District received notice
that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was requesting immediate integration
of College Station schools. The plan for integration adopted by the school district was a stair step method.
Under this plan, the black elementary grades would be fused with white elementary grades one grade
at a time. Every year a new grade would leave Lincoln and become integrated. Attendance at Lincoln became
voluntary. Two of Lincoln's teachers were reassigned to A&M Consolidated High School and several white
teachers were relocated to Lincoln. Teachers for special education and speech taught at both schools. By
1965, grades one and two had been phased into the A&M Consolidated school system.
On January 20, 1966, a fire at Lincoln School was reported to the Texas A&M University Fire
Department. At the time the fire started, an adult education class was being held in one of the buildings. The
fire department was notified at 7:45 p.m., however the first truck did not leave the fire station for 15 minutes.
A second and third truck was dispatched 10 minutes later.27 These delays were unexplained in all existing
documents. The trucks were also hampered in reaching the fire by large crowds that gathered to watch the fire.
The fire, whipped by high winds was well established by the time the firefighters reached the scene. Once the
firefighters arrived the blaze was contained in about an hour and no deaths were reported. The ten classroom
high school building, principal's office, teachers' lounge, and library were destroyed. Buildings that were not
damaged included the gym, two classrooms, auditorium/assembly hall, homemaking cottage, cafeteria
building, science laboratory, and industrial arts shop. The damage to the Lincoln School complex was
estimated at $65,000 and displaced 100 students 28 The majority of records and documents pertaining to the
school were destroyed in the fire. The cause of the fire was never determined. Although it was speculated that
the fire may have been set to force integration to occur more quickly, a search of the local newspaper revealed
a number of mysterious fires were set by an unknown arsonist during that time period.
High school students were transferred to A&M Consolidated High School. The 38 students in grades
three, four, and five returned to class at Lincoln the Monday following the fire. Grades six, seven and eight also
attended Lincoln School, but reverted to a departmentalized program with a seven period day. These lower
grades remained at Lincoln due to space limitations at the other schools in the Consolidated system. Teachers
from the school were reassigned.
At the end of the 1965-66 school year, Lincoln's doors were shut, and the remaining students: were
integrated into the other A&M Consolidated schools. The school Board decided that it was not G: feasible to
rebuild the burned facilities.
In 1967, the City of College Station discussed what could be done with city property that was adjacent
to Lincoln. An informal agreement was made by the city and school district to temporarily use the school
property as a city park32 The buildings remained unused, except for the occasional gatherings of small church
groups. In 1968, the school board agreed to lease the land and facilities at Lincoln to the city for a period of
10 years. The City Council directed the Parks and Recreation Committee develop detailed plans for the
property and buildings 33
In 1969 the College Station Parks and Recreation offices were located at Lincoln. The facilities were
used for continuing education classes and served as a neighborhood recreation center. City property adjacent
to the school was used for an all purpose sports field. The homemaking cottage served as the Parks and
Recreation Department Office, and the industrial arts shop was converted into a shop for the department.34
The property was renovated and restored in 1972. In 1978, the city bought the land from the school
district and the facilities were entirely refurbished. On June 6, 1980, the Lincoln Center was officially dedicated
and began to serve as a tribute to the school that once stood on the site. Lincoln Center serves as a home for
many community activities, the local Boys and Girls Club, a senior outreach program, immunization program
and an emergency management site.
The memories and influence of Lincoln School remain. The Lincoln school trophies are displayed at
the Center. The Lincoln Former Students Association was formed in 1982. The association, which is comprised
of students who attended Lincoln School, holds biennial reunions. The association activities includes providing
scholarships for black students and preservation of the history, heritage, and memories of Lincoln School.
Mrs=
1. Burford, Michael Dwain, Up From Cotton, Bryan, Texas, 1988.
2. A&M Consolidated School District, Scholastic Enumeration and School Board Minutes, 1923.
3. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, 1923.
4. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, 1929.
5. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, 1938.
6. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, January 8, 1941.
7. .' Consolidated School District,.. Board M
Consolidated.. District,..
9 "Lincoln Center in College Station: Essential Elements of Programming for Minorities, " page
16, Texas Recreation and Park Society.
10. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, June 24, 1941.
11. Hughes, W. L., "Your City, Eighth of a Series"', The Battalion, August 12, 1945.
12. Deed from Edward V. Hrdlicka and Birdie Beatrice Hrdlicka filed in the State of Texas County of
Brazos, 1945.
13. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes June 13, 1946.
14. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, October 7, 1947.
15. General Contract Specification for Facilities for the A&M Consolidated School District,
submitted to the A&M Consolidated School Board, December 1, 1948.
16. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, February 9, 1949.
17. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, March 5, 1951.
18 A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, May 20, 1951.
19. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, June 14, 1951, and April 17, 1952.
20. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, January 5, 1953.
21. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, September 1954.
22. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, July 8, 1956.
23. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, February 11, 1957.
24 A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, July 17, 1956.
25. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, June 15, 1956.
26. A&M Consolidated School District, School Board Minutes, January 14, 1957.
27. Texas A&M University Fire Department, Dispatch Logs, January 20, 1966.
28. "Damage Totals $65,000," "Lincoln School Blaze Displaces 100—Plans Studied Today,"
Bryan Daily Eagle, Friday, January 21, 1966.
29. Balliew, Deborah Lynn, The City of College Station 1938/1988, page 43, Intaglio Press,
College Station, Texas, 1987.
30. Various articles from the Bryan Daily Eagle, January 19, 1 ,throughFebruary 1, 1%6.
31. "Consolidated Board Shuffles Pupils," Bryan Daily Eagle, Monday, January 24,1966.
32. City of College Station, Council Minutes, April 19, 1967, and April 24, 1967.
33. City of College Station, Council Minutes, February 26, 1968.
I%s. City of College Station, Council Minutes, January 15, 1969, February 24, 1969, and March
24, 1969.
Other References
Randle, Irene Ethelind. A Comparative Studv of Common Schools for Neqroes in Brazos County, thesis,
Prairie View State Normal and Industrial College, Prairie View, Texas August 1944.
Balliew, Deborah Lynn, The City of College Station_193811988 Intaglio Press, College Station, Texas, 1987.
Parks, Ann, History of the Citv of Coileae Station. 1938-1987.. M.A. thesis, Texas A&M University, College
Station, Texas, May 1984.
Hughes, W.L., A Proiect in Rural School Consolidation and Its Contribution to the Solution of the Rural
School Problems of Brazos County, M.S. thesis, Texas A&M College, 1922.
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LNCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
College Station, Texas
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Willie Andrew Tarrow
Principal
Willie Andrew Tarrow, or Jack, as he was called, grew up on the family farm. He attended Prairie
View A&M College where he earned both a Bachelor and Master Degrees. At the time of his
retirement in 1965, he taught school for forty years in Texas and Louisiana. He taught at Prairie
View, and became principal of the A&M Consolidated Negro School in 1943 in College Station
where he retired. He was the recipient of numerous educational community service awards, one of
which was a trip to New York City to receive the Lane Bryant Award.
In 1946, the name of the school was changed to Lincoln High School.
The City of College Station named a street in his honor. In 1976, his church, Lee Chapel United
Methodist Church in Bryan honored him with a'W. A. Tarrow Appreciation Day." A large number
of family and friends, former students, co-workers, church and educational leaders turned out to
honor him.
He had one daughter, Delores. He died in 1978. He was married to Edna E. Harris of Bryan for over
thirty years. She graduated from Bishop College in Marshall, Texas and taught school in Bryan,
Texas.
He was active in the Texas State Teachers Association, National Education Association, as well as
his church on local, district and conference levels.
Saturday, April 2, 1999 the City of College Station Parks and Recreation Department named a city
baseball park, "W. A. TARROW PARK", located on Holleman Drive, College Station, Texas. The
Lincoln Former Students Association played an important role in this historical event.
Submitted by DeFarris Gooden
& Lincoln Former Students Association
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LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL
Rum STUDENTS ASSOCIATION
P. ®. Box 9625
'----------------------------- College Station, Texas 77842-9625
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1
The A&M Consolidated Negro High School had its beginning in 1941, asa result of the consolidation
of several one and two teacher schools at convenient locations for elementary grades while, high
school students were transferred to Bryan. Teachers are Mrs. Thay M. Adams Owens and Mrs. Edna
E. Harris Tarrow in the Washington Chapel Church, Mrs. Ruth Cunningham in the St. Matthews
Church and Mrs. Katie Tolden and Mrs. Julia Muckleroy Campbell in the Wellborn Community.
For seven years, grades one thro,,gh twelve were housed in a seven -room frame building constructed
on Eleanor Street, with no library nor library facilities. A shop was added by woodwork classes.
Six teachers constituted the first faculty namely: Mr. Elbert Cunningham as principal, Mrs. Thay M.
Owens, Mrs. Edna Harris Tarrow, Mr. W. A. Tarrow, Mr. A. J. Thompson and Mrs. Ruth
Cunningham, with an enrollment of 242 in 1942.
The first class graduated in 1942 consisting of six students: Lola V. Robison, O. B. Townsend, Ethel
Mae Eaton, Clarence Burrell, Dan McGill and Dora Jewel Townsend.
In 1943, Mr. W. A. Tarrow became principal. The name of the school was changed to Lincoln High
School in 1946. By 1954, a four -room high school building, H. E. Cottage, Science building,
Gymnasium, All -Purpose room and additional classrooms had been added to the existing site. The
faculty had increased to ten classroom teachers and one Home Economics teacher and Shop teacher
and had received High School Accreditation from the State Department of Education.
For approximately twenty-four years, the Lincoln High School served the educational needs of the
black children in College Station. The buildings were destroyed in 1965.
PRODUCTS OF THE COLLEGE STATION SCHOOL ARE FOUND THROUGHOUT THE U.
S. EMPLOYED AS ENGINEERS, LAB TECHNICIANS, TEACHERS, DOCTORS, LAWYERS,
TAILORS, MUSICIANS, COSMETOLOGISTS, AND MANY MANAGERIAL POSITIONS IN
MAJOR CORPORATIONS AND CITY, STATE, AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.
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IvIdy /, /-VVZ,
Post Office Box 9625
College Station, Texas 77842-9625
Lucile Washington Young, President
(979) 696-8641
May I introduce an organization,
Lincoln Former Students Association
(LFSA), that is known throughout
the Ery&n/Coflege Station
community as an organization that
promotes equity, equality and the
best future for our children.
Lincoln Former Students attended
the all black, separate and unequal
Lid n Hig"chool which eras
s*as during
our schools
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was ounded
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V,4er. 9� We
,pe®ale since our
incepfl6filg"r4e continuing to do
so 'today. With the new laws
restricting institutions of higher
education from assisting minority
students, it is moire important than
ever for us to provide as much
support as possible to as many
youth as possible. We have
biennial School Reunions and use
these opportunities to add to our
LFSA Scholarship Fund by selling
advertisements for the Reunion
Souvenir Journal. We are Working
to "bridge the gap."
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Kris a- Meeting Reminder
From: "DON ALLISON" <ALLISON @fabtexas.com >
To: < klehde@ci.col lege-station.tx. us>
Date: 2/11/2003 10:23 AM
Subject: Re: Meeting Reminder
Dear Kris, I will be unable to attend tonight due to traveling with my daughters softball team. Thank you, Don Allison.
>>> "Kris Lehde"<klehde@ci.college-station.t)(-us> 02/11/03 10:06AM >>>
Just a reminder of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting that
Wit be held tonight (1"uesday, Feb. I ith), at 7:00 p.m., at the EXIT
Teen Center (Rock Prairie). So far, I have confirmations from: Larry
F., John N., Jodi VW., Glen D., and Bill D.
I have an absentee request from Don Allison.
See you tonight[ :)
Kris Lehde
Staff Assistant
College Station Parks & Recreation
(979)764-3414
College Station. Embracing the past, Exploring the future.
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Kris Lehde - Request • rExcused Absence
From: Glenn Schroeder <gschroeder@aggiecatholic.org>
To: "'Kris Lehde"' <klehde@ci.college-station.tx.us>
Date: 2/11/2003 1:56 PM
Subject: Request for Excused Absence
Hi, Kris,
I will be in Round Rock this evening. Please pass this request for excused
absence on to the board this evening.
Thank you,
Glenn
---Original Message —
From: Kris Lehde [SMTP:klehde@ci.college-station.tx.us]
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2003 10:06 AM
To: gschroeder@aggiecatholic.org; GDAVIS6264@AOLcom;
j_wamer@cox-intemet.com; ALUSON@fabtexas.com; DAVISG@fabtexas.com;
Bill@PianoPlace.net; jpn@tamu.edu; Ifams@tca.net
Cc: Kelly Kelbly; Peter Lamont; Pete Vanecek; Ric Ploeger; Steve Beachy
Subject: Meeting Reminder
Just a reminder of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting that
will be held tonight (Tuesday, Feb. 1ith), at 7:00 p.m., at the EXIT
Teen center (Rock Prairie). So far, 1 have confirmations from: Larry
F., John N., Jodi W., Glen D., and Bill D.
I have an absentee request from Don Allison.
See you tonight! :)
Kris Lehde
Staff Assistant
College Station Parks & Recreation
(979) 764-3414
College Station. Embracing the past, Exploring the future.
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