City Council recommends $24M for park improvements and playground upgrades

The Prosper Town Council convened on July 22, 2025, to discuss significant updates and proposals regarding the town's infrastructure and parks development. The meeting focused on two main agenda items: the renovation of the silos and the parks department's bond program recommendations.

The first item addressed was the proposed renovation of the existing silos. The council discussed the necessity of replacing roofs and removing elevators and conveyors atop the silos. While the removal of elevators was met with some resistance, the proposal included a plan to repair and maintain them. The Downtown Advisory Committee requested a cost estimate for lighting the silos, which was projected to be nearly $900,000. The total estimated cost for the renovation, including roof replacement, elevator removal, and additional improvements, amounted to approximately $2.3 million.

Following the silo discussion, the council reviewed the parks department's bond program recommendations, which were informed by a recent survey and input from the bond committee. The proposed budget for parks development totaled $24 million, focusing on several key projects. This included $15 million for an activation phase park at either Windsong Community Park or Doe Branch Park, which would cover design costs and the construction of athletic fields, playgrounds, and restrooms.

Additionally, the council proposed $2.7 million for various trail and bridge connection projects, including $1.5 million for replacing outdated wooden bridges in the mountain bike trail system. Playground development and replacement projects were also highlighted, with $2.5 million allocated for upgrades at several parks, including Frontier Park and Etheridge Park.

The council emphasized the flexibility of the proposed budget, indicating that adjustments could be made based on the council's priorities and direction. The meeting concluded with a commitment to further evaluate the proposals and their implications for the community's infrastructure and recreational needs.