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McAllen hears construction update for new campground; commissioners agree to public survey on name
Summary
City staff reported construction progress on a new McAllen campground—parking, archery range, gazebo, restrooms, docks, campsites and trails—and commissioners directed staff to run an online naming survey and return name options at the next workshop.
McAllen City Commission workshop attendees received a staff update on construction progress at the city’s new campground and directed staff to run an online survey to collect public input on the facility’s name.
City staff presented progress on multiple amenities and site work and said they need a finalized name to begin marketing and branding. The commission agreed to return with naming options after staff compiles public feedback and staff-provided keywords.
The update described work across the site. Staff said the planned parking lot follows the original scope of work and includes 50 parking spaces, one accessible van space and two additional accessible spaces. A storm drain system is included in the scope to assist local water flow.
Work at the archery range has advanced: rebar has been placed for the covered area and staff reported concrete was scheduled to…
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