In collaboration with the Austin Parks and Recreation Department and the surrounding community, Austin Parks Foundation is improving Govalle Neighborhood Park through the renovation of the playground and the installation of a new multipurpose field. The project is complete as of the fall of 2022 and in the warranty phase. District 3
Background
Govalle Neighborhood Park is located on Bolm Rd. near Airport Blvd. Boggy Creek cuts through the park and Walnut Creek Trails starts here. The playground equipment in the park was identified as a priority for replacement.
Project Description
The focus of the project is to bring improvements to the playground. In addition to new equipment, the project will address access and safety concerns. The Austin Parks Foundation (APF) worked with the community to identify additional improvements to the park, including field improvements and improvements to the existing basketball court.
Anticipated Schedule
Please note that as in any construction project, schedules are projected as accurately as possible. All dates are subject to change due to the nature of construction and the weather.
- March 2021: Community Meeting #3 (Complete)
- April-August 2021: Permit and CD formatting (Complete)
- September-October 2021: Project bidding and award of contract (Complete)
- January 2022: Construction Begins on the playground (Complete)
- August 2022: Playground opens (Complete)
- August 2022: Construction begins on the multipurpose field (Complete)
- December 2022: Multipurpose field opens (Complete)
Community Engagement
The Park and Recreation Department (PARD)’s goal is for community members to become engaged to reflect the known demographics of the neighborhood, with a particular interest in involving immediate neighbors to the park. Past community engagement meetings for this project include:
Community Meeting #1
September 16, 2020
- Meeting 1 Presentation (PDF)
- Meeting 1 Summary (PDF)
- Community Survey Results (PDF) - Closed October 4, 2020
Community Meeting #2
November 18, 2020
- Meeting 2 Presentation (PDF)
- Meeting 2 Summary (PDF)
- Community Meeting #2 Survey Results (PDF) - Closed January 8, 2021
Community Meeting #3
March 10, 2021
- Meeting 3 Presentation (PDF)
- Meeting 3 Summary (PDF)
- Community Meeting #3 Survey Results (PDF) - Closed April 14, 2021
Funding and Resources
Funding was provided by APF through ACL Board designated funds.
Contact Information
For more information, please contact PARD project manager Patrick Beyer by email or phone at 512-974-9576. You can also contact Katie Robillard, APF Project Manager, by email or phone at 512-253-7610.
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