Legislation Details

File #: 25-2704    Name: Gabe Nesbitt Park and APEX Cenre Improvements
Type: Agenda Item Status: Approved
In control: Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board
On agenda: 5/8/2025 Final action: 5/8/2025
Title: Consider/Discuss/Act on a Recommendation to City Council on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Construction Contract for Construction of Gabe Nesbitt Park and Apex Centre Improvements (PK2554)

Title

 

Consider/Discuss/Act on a Recommendation to City Council on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Construction Contract for Construction of Gabe Nesbitt Park and Apex Centre Improvements (PK2554)

 

Summary

 

COUNCIL GOAL:                     Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney                                                               

(5A: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city)

                     (5B: Develop Parks strategy to preserve green space for future park land)

                     (5C: Continue to market and highlight McKinney as a unique destination for residents and visitors alike)

                     (5E: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney)

 

 

MEETING DATE:                     May 8, 2025

 

DEPARTMENT:                      Parks & Recreation

 

CONTACT:                       Amy Kinkade, Director of Parks & Recreation

 

 

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

 

•                     Recommend that City Council approve a resolution for construction.

 

                     

ITEM SUMMARY: 

•                     The proposed improvements to Gabe Nesbitt Park and the Apex Centre will include constructing two entry monument signs, an irrigated and sodded practice field, and a fenced, lighted fitness lawn on the east side of the Apex Centre.

 

•                     •On April 17th, the City of McKinney received bids for this project. Staff will provide an update at the Board meeting. 

 

BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 

•                     Studio Outside recently completed the design of these improvements.

 

 

FINANCIAL SUMMARY: 

•                     This project (PK2554) is a FY24-25 Capital Improvements Program funded by MCDC and parkland dedication funds.