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Consider/Discuss Potential Enhancements to Various McKinney Parks
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: October 16, 2017
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Michael Kowski, AICP CUD, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Consider and discuss Staff’s ongoing review of potential enhancements to City parks.
• No formal action is being requested.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Over the past few months, Staff has gathered from Council various questions, observations and suggestions related to the existing design and operation of parks across the City. Staff has compiled a comprehensive list related to the above and, furthermore, has conducted research and developed options, as needed.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• Staff will cover the following topics:
o Existing and potential drinking fountains across our parks;
o Pavilion usage & options to enhance and/or increase the number of these structures; and
o Miscellaneous improvements at specific parks.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• The items under discussion are currently unfunded and, where applicable, design plans are not completed. All costs and implementation strategies are based upon best available information and shall require refinement based upon Council’s direction to Staff.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A