Denton Parks and Recreation Projects
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Active Projects
Denton Parks Temporary Recreation Centers Closures and Maintenance
Denton Parks and Recreation will temporarily close three recreation centers this summer to complete scheduled facility updates and repairs.
Denton's Prairie Pathways
This program is designed to reintroduce and expand native plant habitats throughout Denton to strengthen the ecological health of local landscapes.
Congress Street Park
Denton Parks and Recreation recently completed a land exchange with Denton ISD, resulting in new parkland near the Old Calhoun Middle School Complex called Congress Street Park.
Chinese Privet Removal Initiative
Ligustrum sinense, also referred to as Chinese privet, is an evergreen ornamental shrub or small tree in the Oleaceae (olive) family that grows 6 to 13 feet tall.
Active Adult Center Vision Plan
The Parks and Recreation Department is soliciting and gathering feedback on the communities needs, wants, and desires for a future center.
Bowling Green Park Improvements Project
In December 2020, Council approved Pacheco Koch Consulting Engineers, Inc to serve as the consultants and will be developing a master plan and redesign for Bowling Green Park.
South Lakes Park Mountain Bike Trail Development
Parks and Recreation is partnering with Denton Off-road Trails Association and Big Pig Racing Mission to construct a mountain bike trail in South Lakes Park.
Lily Cantú Inclusive Playground Master Plan
The Lily Cantú Inclusive Playground
Villages of Carmel Park
In 2018, the City of Denton acquired a 6.5-acre parcel at 6414 Edwards Rd., located at the southwest corner of Swisher Road and Edwards Road, earmarked for a future park.
Hickory Creek Trail Master Plan
City Council adopted the Parks, Recreation, and Trails System Master Plan on March 1, 2022.
Evers Property
The Evers Property, located at the intersection of N. Elm Street and W. Windsor Drive, was sold by descendants of the Evers family to developers in 2023. The site is now being built out as a 450-unit
Parks and Trails naming Policy Overview and Requests for 2025
City of Denton applications to name specific facilities or properties owned by the City.
MLK Community Mural Project
A new mural to be painted on the exterior of the MLK Rec Center.
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