Parks & Recreation Project Updates

Community Center And Recreation Centers

The renovation and expansion of the Community Center to include an indoor pool was one of the original Type B projects in 2015. However, after in-depth consideration, the conclusion was made that permanent repairs to the existing Community Center, including the addition of an indoor therapy pool, would exceed $6 million. Since July 2018, City staff, City Council, the Deer Park Community Development Corporation (DPCDC), and the Parks and Recreation Commission have seriously contemplated replacement versus repair of the existing structure. On May 1, 2021, Deer Park voters authorized the Type B sales and use tax to be continued and authorized additional uses of the tax to include the new Community/ Recreation Center Complex. In June 2021, City staff approved a contract with Brinkley Sargent Wiginton Architects for the design of the new Community/Recreation Center. The proposed Community/Recreation Center complex consists of 3 new buildings, each located on the north side of Dow Park. The Community Center, to be constructed next to City Hall, is intended to house the activity, program, and meeting rooms, as well as staff offices. The Recreation Center is intended to house the gymnasium, indoor walking track, and indoor pool, which is to be built on the site of the current Community Center and Gymnasium after demolition of the existing buildings. The new outdoor swimming pool bathhouse will replace the existing structure.

Anticipated timeline for construction of the new Community/Recreation Center Complex is approximately 44 months. The estimated cost is approximately $42.6 million. Cost estimates include all professional services, such as architectural, engineering, geotechnical, surveying, as well as construction and the furniture and equipment for the facilities. City staff initiated a two-step process for selecting a Construction Manager-at-Risk (CMAR) for the project. Step 1 involved the issuance of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for companies to serve as the CMAR. After receipt, review, and scoring of the Statements of Qualifications (SOQs), a short list of the top scoring 5 firms was developed. In December 2021, City Council authorized Step 2 of the selection process, the issuance of a Request for Proposals (RFP) to the top 5 respondents. Proposals were received on January 19 and will go through a process of review, interviews, and presentations by the companies, as well as scoring and ranking of proposals.

The City of Deer Park introduced the selected Construction Manager at Risk firm, Durotech, at the April 5 Joint City Council meeting. Durotech has a long history of projects within the Houston area as well as completing multiple projects for Deer Park ISD. The City of Deer Park will now work with Durotech and Brinkley Sargent Wiginton to begin reviewing and rising construction plans. Additionally, work will continue to insure that the project is within the specified budget capacity. The City will work with these two partners to provide the best quality of life value for the community with the funds allotted.

Funding Source: 2021 Type B Bond Election

Spencerview Bridge

In 2015, the Spencer View Bridge was approved along with the renovations of the Spencer View Athletic Complex. The purpose of the Bridge was to have access from the Park to Glenwood Park for pedestrians and additional Parking. Staff is working with TF Harper on the proposed Bridge with the cost and installation. Harris County Flood Control has added additional requirements that the City staff will have to review in moving forward with the Bridge project.

Funding Source: Economic Development Sales and Use Tax from May 9, 2015 Special Election

Dow Park Bridges

The Department has started Phase 4 of the Dow Park walking bridge replacement program. This last phase will complete the replacement of (8) eight wooden bridges with 8’ X 23’ galvanized bridges in Dow Park. This project will be completed in September 2022.

The Department has been working with T.F.Harper and associates to complete Phase 4 of the bridge replacement project program in FY 21-22. The bridges are currently in manufacturing and will be installed shortly after they are received.

Funding Source: Capital Improvement and Capital Outlay Funds.

Battleground Golf Course Club House Roof Replacement

The City of Deer Park Parks and Recreation Department is working with a vendor to complete repairs to the Battleground Golf Course club house roof. The project would consist of removing the existing clay tile roof, water proofing, and replacement of clay tiles.

The City of Deer Park Parks and Recreation Department is working with Tremco and their subsidiary, WSI, to execute a contract for the repairs to the club house roof. Once completed, materials will be ordered and work can begin on this project.

Funding Source: Golf Course Lease Fund

Ne Hike And Bike Trails

The Northeast Hike and Bike Trail begins at Park Green Park and extends south to Wynfield Park and Running Brook Park offering trail and path connections along the way. The project consists of decomposed granite trail, steel edging, solar bollards, amenities like bike racks, stone savers for trail heads and more. The project is currently complete. A ribbon cutting will be scheduled Fall of 2022.

Funding Source: City Funds along with a Trails Grant from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department with pass-thru funds of $200,000 awarded to the Department for this project.

Type B Hike And Bike Trails

Hike and Bike Trails – This is one of the seven projects that was approved at a Special Election for Type B Economic Development Sales and Use Tax Proposition in May 2015. This trail is a 1.04-mile trail that connects East X Street to East P Street and connects Tiffany Amber Park, Wynfield Park, and Runningbrook Park by way of existing sidewalks. City staff conducted the final walk-thru on Friday, June 24. A ribbon cutting will be scheduled Fall of 2022.

Funding Source:Type B Economic Development Sales and Use Tax

Glenwood Park Clearing And Grubbing

The City of Deer Park Parks and Recreation Department contracted with Soil Worx, LLC to clear the property for future development and to have access for a TCEQ Air-Monitoring Station on site. Next steps on this project will be to move the TCEQ monitoring station to the park.

Funding Source: Fund Balance Type B Economic Development Sales and Use Tax

Girls Softball Complex Additional Parking

The City of Deer Park Engineering Department is working on the site plan. Staff will be reviewing schematic designs in Fall of 2022.

Funding Source: Fund Balance Type B Economic Development Sales and Use Tax

Deer Park Soccer Complex Additional Parking

This project was advertised to go out for Proposal June 29 and July 6, 2022. The project will expand parking at the Soccer complex of over 300 additional spaces. The location will be on the South portion of the Complex adjacent to 13th street. There will be lighting on the Parking Lot for safety purposes.

Funding Source: Fund Balance Type B Economic Development Sales and Use Tax