Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Rodney Ellis
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Type of Request: Position
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Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 1 for approval to accept from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grant funds in the amount of $59,258.04, with no required match, for the Hill at Sims park project enhancements.
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Background and Discussion:
Funding will provide public access to the basin and provide new fishing opportunities to the Hill at Sims with the introduction of an ADA-accessible water access pier constructed and sidewalk from the path to the fishing pier. Matching funds will be used to construct the parking lot and 0.55 miles of ADA-accessible trails to the water access pier. It will also fund native plantings at the water access pier which will provide habitat for both invertebrates and fishes as well as reduce erosion. Other amenities included in this phase include benches, trash cans, interpretive signage, a water fountain, and additional native plantings.
Expected Impact:
Equitable opportunities for people of all abilities to access park features.
Alternative Options:
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 2. Connect our community with safe, reliable, equitably distributed, and well-maintained infrastructure.
County Strategic Plan Objective: I: Increase access to safe, clean, and enjoyable green space.
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