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Recreation staff said the Prosper Fishing Derby is scheduled for Feb. 27 from 9–11 a.m. at the pond at Frontier Park. Trevor Hilton, a recreation staff member, described the event as a “free event for families,” and said staff expect between 250 and 500 participants depending on weather; he also reported approximately 2,000 rainbow trout and catfish are being stocked for the event.

Hilton also previewed the spring Mayor’s Fitness Challenge, with registration opening March 1 for the spring season, and noted the town will again compete in a steps-focused challenge with Little Elm. Spring camps, a new tennis instructor arrangement (Cando Racket Sports replacing Gravett Management) and additional program locations at Reynolds and Rushing middle schools were also announced. Hilton reported Brandon Kettler was promoted from recreation attendant to recreation specialist and began the position the week prior; Alyssa Boyd moved into a part-time recreation attendant role.

Staff announced the P-Town Throwdown pickleball tournament is set for March 29 at Reynolds Middle School; staff expect divisions to wrap up by mid- to late afternoon depending on registration.

On park development, Kurtz Billharts provided construction updates: Vernon Park restroom and concession building is roughly 40–50% complete, irrigation is in place and subgrade work for pickleball and tennis courts is underway; a bridge for the hike-and-bike trail has been ordered. At Frontier Park, staff installed a concrete “bag wall” to protect a pond bank from erosion and said sod delivery is scheduled before the fishing derby to restore the shoreline.

Board members asked about security after recent vandalism; staff said they are meeting with the IT director about permanent solutions and are already adding Flock mobile cameras at Frontier and other parks to help identify vehicles and suspects when incidents occur.

Matt Furr of parks operations said crews are addressing storm-related debris at Whitley Place, coordinating with public works on culvert and drainage issues, and engaging community volunteer groups for trail cleanup. Operations staff are also soliciting quotes for equipment replacement and evaluating a return to reel-type mowers because of improved cut quality for athletic turf.

Staff reminded the board the next Parks Board meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 13 and invited members to attend upcoming council consideration of the open space master plan.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Prosper - Parks and Recreation - Feb 13, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Staff updated the Parks and Recreation Board on upcoming events (Fishing Derby Feb. 27; Mayor's Fitness Challenge registration March 1; P-Town Throwdown pickleball March 29), staffing promotions, Vernon Park construction, erosion-control work at Frontier Park and plans for added security cameras and equipment procurement.","taxTitle","Prosper, Collin County, Texas","taxId",54250,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6745322,"Parks board backs developer-built trails, interim amenities for Park Place and Prosper Hills, 6-0",676,103000,779000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2312593-cf8799fbe28dc0887775f804d09cd05e&start=103&end=779","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2312593-cf8799fbe28dc0887775f804d09cd05e/thumbnail_103000.jpg","/articles/6745322/Prosper/Collin-County/Texas/Parks-board-backs-developer-built-trails-interim-amenities-for-Park-Place-and-Prosper-Hills-6-0","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6745322-920cd89bd8db6cfe3dd8ae08e792df97/orig.mp4?Expires=1771140953&Signature=WUryIyIjHaRDYQjamCF5uCaCrEeeKF3qTgeVFqtZjlRxjd~dkJeLCtahXxaR-Oji7a0stHpFnSLXv2a7gm0UN3pnerCthB3qWfjoxvZizhkuhWDl63LOqCOIhOtTOG4pA-kqeOBkufIZ4G~kEyYqCv9fmYu-QsHKBGieq9VwdV4oBGCcuuShENBSxyw22BOvpH7oSmhMEQP0-KLwhDhwecD8rrIPfmq5oz1BBgh7j2jpGw1o3YYPPz79UtUo1Mxi0e2DXipi~wEROtfP~wfqP2kyT1JyWsHHcfQaEfoVhXr-0t85ncdhCxoYXvV~wjYvlAwArQFtNJa5Cl12-v-RPQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Prosper Parks and Recreation Board voted unanimously Feb. 13 to recommend that town council approve park improvement agreements with the Park Place and Prosper Hills developments, allowing the developers to construct trails, interim parking and other amenities and receive fee credits.

Staff said the town’s ordinances permit developers to meet park requirements by dedicating land, paying fees or building improvements that the town values and credits against the fees. Dan Baker, a parks staff member, told the board, “It’s really a win win for both parties” as developers can build at lower unit cost while receiving credit for work completed.

Kurtz Billharts, a parks staff member who walked the board through the proposal, reviewed the ordinances and fee structure. “It’s $1,500 for each single-family unit and $2,000 for each multifamily unit,” Billharts said, and noted the parkland dedication standard of one acre per 35 units or cash in lieu of land at fair market value.

The two developments are adjacent to the Windsong Community Park site. Because an existing park sits across the street, staff negotiated construction of the 12-foot Bella Webb Trail, several soft-surface trails, a gravel interim parking area and widened walkways that the town will partially subsidize (the developer pays for a standard 6-foot walkway and the town pays the additional width). Staff said the developer will perform the work, document costs, and the town will credit those costs against the developer’s fee obligations; any remaining balance will be paid in cash and fees are held in escrow.

Board members asked about maintenance and timing. Billharts said developers will perform interim maintenance (mowing and clearing) for a finite period until the town has funds to fully develop the park; maintenance responsibility will transfer to the town once the park is fully developed.

Valerie Little moved to approve the park improvement agreements as the board’s recommendation to council; John Metcalfe seconded. The board chair called the vote and recorded a 6-0 passage.

The board’s approval is a recommendation; Dan Baker said council consideration is the next step and the item will be scheduled with town council as soon as possible.","The Prosper Parks and Recreation Board voted 6-0 Feb. 13 to recommend that town council approve park improvement agreements allowing developers of Park Place and Prosper Hills to build trails, a gravel parking area and other interim amenities and receive credits against park improvement and parkland dedication fees.","actionData","errors"]

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Recreation events, park construction and security upgrades highlighted in Prosper parks update

Parks board backs developer-built trails, interim amenities for Park Place and Prosper Hills, 6-0