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Commission staff outline modest design changes for Union Soldier Park; final scope and cost not set
Summary
Staff described a set of modest improvements to Union Soldier Park — sidewalks, lighting, accessible parking, benches — emphasizing preservation of existing heritage features; no total cost or formal approval was presented.
Staff presented conceptual plans for modest improvements to Union Soldier Park and asked for input from the commission and neighbors before finalizing scope and cost.
A city staff member said the project will be careful to respect the park's heritage and history while making modest upgrades. "I don't wanna change too much at this part because of its heritage," the staff member said, and added that the goal is to "keep it open for people" while adding features to improve usability.
Planned elements described by staff included accessible parking spaces, sidewalks within the pocket park, lighting for evening hours, replacement of aging vegetation (noting crepe myrtles have a limited lifespan), and seating. The staff member said the plan currently envisions three benches — one next to the parking lot, one beside the Union Soldier monument and one closer to the McMullen Library — and that a large oak tree will remain.
Staff said adjacent neighbors have been informed and the city will hold a workshop and a commission meeting to solicit further public feedback. Staff did not provide a total project cost; they said the scope is still being finalized and that they are "trying to be very mindful" about changes to the park.
No formal vote or contract award was discussed at the pre-meeting; the item remains in planning and pending further public input and a finalized scope.
