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Live Oak project update: Heritage Park improvements, John Hill Park work, Douglas Center upgrades underway
Summary
City staff reported on multiple capital projects, including reimbursements for Azalea and Baker projects, a $200,000 Heritage Park improvement, a roof replacement from hurricane damage and planned demolition and reconstruction at John Hill Park; Douglas Center will receive state‑funded improvements for classrooms and air conditioning.
City staff gave a general update on parks and community projects in the City of Live Oak, reporting reimbursements for completed small projects and identifying a series of upcoming capital works that the city and county are coordinating.
Jason (speaker identified in the transcript as the presenter of the update) said the city will receive reimbursements of $50,000 each for two completed projects at Azalea and Baker. He also said the city will begin a $200,000 project at Heritage Park that will require the city to advance some funds during construction.
"We're wrapping up a couple of the ... projects. So Miss Joanne will be happy. We'll get reimbursed for $50,000 for each of those at Azalea and Baker. Then we'll be starting the project, the $200,000 project at Heritage Park for the improvements there," the presenter said.
Staff described additional work at Heritage Park: roof replacement for hurricane damage will go out to bid and likely close in April, with construction to follow. The city plans to solicit work on John Hill Park this month with a goal to begin demolition in the fall and complete the project by October 2026, pending scheduling and procurement.
The transcript also notes county‑led or county‑supported projects within city limits. staff reported state Department of Commerce funding for improvements at the Douglas Center (also described as Douglas Park gym and the cultural center project on the former Douglas school grounds). Planned Douglas Center upgrades include air conditioning and new classrooms intended for telehealth, workforce development and education programs; the cultural center will offer arts and meeting spaces for community use.
Staff reminded the council of upcoming community events tied to parks and downtown activity: the Wildflower Festival on May 10 at Heritage Park and a Fourth of July Freedom Fest.
The presentation was informational; council took no formal vote on the projects during this item. Staff said they would keep the council updated on procurement timelines, funding reimbursements and construction milestones.
