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Calls to fix Victor Park’s fields lead to city contract to begin park improvements
Summary
Residents and league leaders urged upgrades to Victor Park’s fields, lighting, restrooms and accessibility; commissioners authorized a construction contract for initial Victor Park improvements (pool, parking, basketball court, splash pad) and staff outlined follow‑on phases for lighting and shelters.
Residents, league officials and city commissioners used Monday’s meeting to focus attention on Victor Park’s deteriorating fields and facilities, and the commission moved forward with a phased improvement plan.
Victor Park concerns: Victor Sepeda, president of Harlingen Bronco Baseball/Softball League, told the commission the league sees “hundreds of kids” each week and said uneven fields, poor lighting, lack of irrigation and deteriorating restrooms present safety hazards and limit tournament use. Realtor and coach Carol Coronado said the visible condition of Victor Park…
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