Flower Mound secures $750000 Texas Parks grant for Trotter Park improvements

The Flower Mound Parks Board convened on February 6, 2025, to discuss various developments and initiatives aimed at enhancing the community's parks and recreational facilities. The meeting highlighted significant funding achievements, ongoing projects, and upcoming events.

One of the key announcements was the successful acquisition of a $750,000 grant from Texas Parks and Wildlife for Trotter Park, part of a larger pool of $31 million allocated for outdoor recreation grants. This funding will require a $50,000 match from the town. Additionally, the board is optimistic about a pending application for the COG Transportation Alternatives Grant Program, seeking between $3 million and $10 million for trail projects, with results expected in April.

The board also discussed the recent approval of an $82 million bond election for May, aimed at various parks and recreation projects. Efforts are underway to educate residents about the bond's implications, including the establishment of a dedicated webpage for information dissemination.

In terms of park maintenance, staff have been actively planting trees in various locations, with plans to continue this effort into March. The meeting also addressed recent challenges, including multiple waterline breaks that required significant repairs, affecting operations at the Community Activity Center (CAC) and the dog park.

New initiatives include the installation of bike repair stations throughout the trail system, with the latest addition at Wilkerson Park. The board noted the upcoming mowing season and the importance of maintaining the parks as warmer weather approaches.

On the recreation front, the CAC has welcomed new staff members, including a recreation programs coordinator and an aquatics coordinator, enhancing the team’s capacity for upcoming events. The board supported the recent MLK Jr. Day event and is preparing for the annual father-daughter prom and other community activities.

The meeting concluded with updates on maintenance projects at Twin Coast Park, including the replacement of aging access gates and a Wi-Fi upgrade to improve connectivity for visitors. The board also reported a surge in membership for the Seniors in Motion program, highlighting new initiatives aimed at engaging older residents.

Overall, the meeting underscored the town's commitment to improving its parks and recreation offerings, ensuring that residents have access to quality outdoor spaces and community programs.