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Council approves first reading to annex Five Mile Dam Park, preserves parkland by deed restriction
Summary
Council approved on first reading an ordinance to annex approximately 38.45 acres known as Five Mile Dam Park into the city. Parks staff said the property was purchased from Hayes County with a deed restriction keeping it parkland in perpetuity.
San Marcos City Council voted unanimously on first reading to annex roughly 38.45 acres known as Five Mile Dam Park into the city limits. The presentation from planning staff described the property’s location (north of the Blanco River, near Post Road and Old Stage Coach Road) and noted the annexation does not include a rezoning request; default expectations are that the land will remain parkland and city utilities currently service adjacent areas.
Jamie Lee Casease, the city’s director of parks and recreation, told council the property closed in November and contains a deed restriction that preserves the land as parkland in perpetuity, limiting future development. The annexation ordinance (2026‑14) was read for first reading and will return for second reading on May 5. No opponents spoke during the hearing; one supportive resident gave remarks about feeling fortunate to live nearby.
Why it matters: Bringing the park inside city limits will align park maintenance and service delivery with city departments and ensure the site is incorporated into capital and maintenance planning.
Next steps: Second reading and final adoption are scheduled for the May 5 council meeting.
