Austin Parks and Recreation Projects

The Brownie Neighborhood Park Concept Plan was finalized in 2018. The most recent phase of implementation is complete and open to the public. City Council District 4

Austin Parks and Recreation is planning improvements to Bull Creek Bluff Neighborhood Park to provide ADA enhancements and a few key support features while preserving the site’s natural character. Adjacent to City Council Districts 6 and 10

Austin Parks and Recreation is partnering with The Trail Conservancy to design a modern, inclusive wayfinding system for the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail at Lady Bird Lake. City Council Districts 3, 8, 9

Austin Parks and Recreation is partnering with Austin Parks Foundation to renovate the playground at Chestnut Pocket Park. City Council District 1

College Row Pocket Park is located within the African American Cultural Heritage District in Central East Austin. This park project will transform this undeveloped half-acre of land into a welcoming green space. City Council District 1

Colony Park Pool opened to the public on May 24, 2025. There is no entrance fee, and the lap pool will be open year-round. City Council District 1

Austin Parks and Recreation replaced the existing play equipment at Davis-White Northeast Neighborhood Park. The project is complete and open to the public! City Council District 1.

The Austin Parks and Recreation is exploring temporary, fenced Dogs Off-Leash Areas (DOLAs). These projects will help Austin Parks and Recreation to understand the benefits and drawbacks of a DOLA within identified parks. Austin Parks and Recreation

Austin Parks and Recreation sought to take steps toward moving the Dougherty Arts Center out of the beloved naval center and into a newly envisioned building to be constructed on Butler Shores Park. City Council District 9