Title
Consider and Discuss Master Planning Efforts for Various Park Parcels
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)
(5F: Maximize partnerships between the City of McKinney and private industry)
MEETING DATE: August 12, 2021
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Michael Kowski, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED PARK BOARD ACTION:
• Consider/discuss master planning efforts for various park parcels.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Gray Branch park property - 250 acres of undeveloped parkland
o Demolition of existing structures
o Potential short-term improvements - nature trail, parking lot, signage, etc.
• Douglas property - 300 acres of undeveloped parkland
o Feasibility study for conceptual site plan of potential improvements including placement of a building, vehicular drive and circulation, parking and pedestrian circulation.
• Brinkmann property - 230 acres of undeveloped parkland
o Future master planning for regional park development
• Greens neighborhood park - 4.5 acres of undeveloped parkland
o Discuss conceptual plan ideas for neighborhood park development in anticipation of forthcoming public input process