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Council authorizes Glendale Park phase 1 construction and funding increase
Summary
The council approved a construction contract and additional appropriations to begin phase 1 of Glendale Park improvements in East Ledbetter Drive, a project long advocated by local leaders and park board members.
The Dallas City Council on Jan. 22 authorized a construction contract for phase 1 of Glendale Park improvements and approved a related increase in appropriations drawing from the capital gifts, match, donation and development fund.
What the council approved: Agenda item 38 authorized a construction services contract to ALCC LLC, DBA Perfect Finish Landscaping, identified as the lowest responsible bidder, for the Glendale Park phase 1 improvements at 1515 East Ledbetter Drive. The council also approved an increase in appropriations not to exceed $850,000 in the capital gifts fund and authorized related budget actions; the total authorization specified on the agenda was $1,830,638.40.
Why it matters: Council members — particularly District 3 and District 4 representatives whose districts border the park — called the vote the culmination of decades of promises and neighborhood advocacy. Speakers and council members described Glendale Park as a local asset that will serve nearby residents and boost southern sector investments.
Discussion and support: Several former council and park board members, neighborhood leaders and park board representatives were present to mark the vote. Councilmember Zarin Gracie, who pulled the item for discussion earlier in the meeting, and others praised years of community organizing and the park board’s stewardship. Council members stressed continued engagement for subsequent phases.
Funding and next steps: Parks staff said phase 1 will be procured under the contract authorized by the council; staff will report back on construction scheduling and community outreach. The council noted additional fundraising and coordination will be needed for later phases.
Ending: The council approved the item by voice vote after members spoke in favor. Council members called it a significant achievement for neighborhoods that advocated for the park over many years.
