Dragon Button Park Concept Plan
Upcoming Engagement Opportunity:
Please join us at a Community Open House to help envision the future of Dragon Button Park on Saturday, October 24 from 1 to 3 p.m.
City Council District 1
Project Summary
Dragon Button Park is undergoing a Concept Plan to guide future uses of the park, including potential gathering spaces, park amenities, recreational use, tree planting, and environmental restoration. The park is a quarter-acre park located at 2701 E. 22nd Street and, currently, does not have any recreational amenities. The Concept Plan is anticipated to be completed in early 2027.
Background
The City of Austin is currently undergoing a strategic planning process for the African American Cultural Heritage District in East Austin. This plan is oriented around advancing community-driven strategies to honor Black heritage, prevent displacement, and support a vibrant, resilient district. As part of this effort, Dragon Button Park, located within the District, will receive a Concept Plan, which will set forth a vision for the future of the park. This project is being completed as a collaborative effort between Austin Parks and Recreation and Austin Economic Development.
Project Description
The Dragon Button Park Concept Planning Process will develop a concept plan that identifies opportunities for the future of the park. Community engagement will include an Open House event located at the park and a community survey. The final Concept Plan Summary will include an illustrated concept plan, a project narrative, an overview of the design and engagement process, and probable cost estimates.
Objectives
- Evaluate opportunities and constraints.
- Use community engagement to develop community priorities for the future of the park.
- Incorporate neighborhood desires into the concept plan.
Anticipated Schedule
October 2026: First round of community engagement
November 2026: Development of two concept designs and second round of community engagement to receive feedback on concept designs
December 2026: Final concept development
January 2027: Final Concept Plan summary
Communication and Engagement
The community engagement for the park concept plan will take place over two rounds. The final concept plan will show what amenities were included and how community members influenced the final outcome.
Round 1
Community Open House to help envision the future of Dragon Button Park
Saturday, October 24 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Funding and Resources
The Dragon Button Park Concept Plan is funded through Austin Economic Development, as part of the development of the African American Cultural Heritage District Strategic Plan.
Contact Information
For more information or questions, contact Matthew Schmidt in Austin Economic Development at matt.schmidt@austintexas.gov.