PA RKS & RECR EATION
by Ann Marie Kennon · annmarie@myjarrell.com
2021 Parks and Recreation Plans
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he Sonterra Municipal Utility District is responsible for evaluating, planning, and developing various types of parks, trails, and open spaces within and around the district for the wellness and enjoyment of families, sports enthusiasts, and residents of all ages. The Sonterra Parks and Recreation Plan currently underway will provide new and improved recreational facilities throughout the entire subdivision. The Board's focus is to provide homeowners with a diverse mix of facilities that will appeal to all ages, and Phase I is scheduled to begin this month.
AMENITIES The Parks and Recreation Plan is a multi-year project that aims to deliver improvements to every homeowner area in the Sonterra district. HOA Vice President Andy Bilger is looking forward to adding
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M A R C H 20 21 M Y JA R R ELL M O NT HLY
or enhancing the amenities of Sonterra. Planned additions include a new and modern pool facility, walking trails, basketball pavilions, pickleball courts, and skateboard areas. Future phases will add sports fields for recreational and competitive play. Also included in the plans is a trail system, which will link all areas of the Sonterra subdivision together—from the current community pool site to the elementary schools and new parks. Andy says, "Our intent is for every area in Sonterra to have convenient access to recreational amenities. The first phase of the project will begin immediately; we are going to upgrade the current pool facility with two splash pads, one of which will be open year-round. We are also going to add walking trails, build a skateboard/bicycle/scooter pump track, and a new mountain bike trail."
