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Director says Lancaster Ranch Park Phase 1B to break ground next week; city lists volunteer and event calendar
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Summary
The city director told the Kissimmee advisory board that contractor mobilization for Phase 1B of Lancaster Ranch Park is imminent with a six‑month timeline and described upcoming city events and volunteer cleanup dates at Lakefront Park and Shingle Creek.
The city director updated the Kissimmee Advisory Board on parks and events, saying contractor mobilization for Phase 1B of Lancaster Ranch Park is expected next week and that work should take about six months to complete.
The director said Phase 1B includes two pavilions, a small playground and one restroom and that the design will reflect the area's ranching heritage. The director encouraged advisory board members to visit the site during construction to see architectural elements and to help promote the park's programming.
Staff also announced a newly prepared City of Kissimmee advisory board handbook that will be distributed to members and highlighted several upcoming signature events: Art in the Park (at Ruby Plaza, Lakefront Park), a Black History Month celebration at Chambers Park, Cowtown Festival at Lakefront Park, Caribbean Fusion, and a downtown "Hop on Downtown" event produced in partnership with Kissimmee Main Street. The director invited members to participate in volunteer park‑cleanup days, including a cleanup at the Lakefront Park seawall and an Earth Day cleanup at Shingle Creek with kayaking opportunities.
Chair Hanan Khan and other members thanked staff and asked no additional follow‑up beyond event promotion and distribution of the handbook. The director closed by encouraging members to attend the events and the board moved into new business on grants.
Next steps: staff will produce and deliver the printed advisory board handbook, track volunteer signups for the park cleanup days, and manage contractor coordination for Phase 1B.
