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Bond Projects

The following projects have been granted funding through the 2020 Hays County Parks and Open Space Bond.

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The addition of a park in East Buda would help with equity with access to active park sites for local residents. The goal is to acquire approximately 70 acres of land that can be developed into sports fields or other active uses to respond to the constant demand for additional recreation space. An additional $8M is being provided by the City of Buda through their 2021 Buda Bonds program.

Urban Park

Buda Eastside Park Acquisition

Precinct:

2

Location:

Buda

The purchase of approximately 70 acres will allow for the first-ever regional park in Buda East of I-35.

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Phase I of the Garison Park improvements include park and land restoration, addition of parking lots, construction of new amenities such as parking lots, pavilions and restrooms, and addition of walking trails and public access to Onion Creek. Garison Park is located just north of downtown Buda along Onion Creek. The City of Buda is allocating an additional $20.4M from their 2021 Buda Bonds program.

Urban Park

Garison Park

Precinct:

4

Location:

Buda

Phase I of Garison Park includes park and land restoration and the addition of amenities such as parking lots, pavilions, and restrooms.

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An interlocal agreement between Hays County and the City of Kyle for $10M has been approved to fund park and trail improvements throughout the City of Kyle. These projects include the Kyle Sportsplex, Plum Creek Trail Improvements, and Gregg-Clarke Park. Improvements to Gregg Clarke Park include the addition of an irrigation system, splash pad, and public skatepark. Hays Parks Bond funds will be utilized to make improvements to the current playground, lighting, and landscaping. The City of Kyle has also approved a $1M contract for the future skate park.

Urban Park

Gregg-Clarke Park Improvements

Precinct:

3

Location:

Kyle

Improvements to Gregg-Clarke Park include the addition of an irrigation system, a splash pad, and a public skatepark.

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Patriots' Hall is a 10-acre retreat and resource base for all veterans and their families in the Hays County area to connect and find support. The Gathering Hall will provide therapeutic classes, vet-to-vet mentoring, educational and motivational workshops, and job networking. The property currently has a newly built meeting house with plans to continue building additional facilities such as a gathering hall, wellness center, and outdoor amenities. Hays County Commissioners approved $1.5M from the Parks and Open Space Bond to fund the mortgage payoff of Patriots’ Hall. A small gathering was held in October of 2022 to celebrate this milestone with a ceremonial burning of the mortgage document.

Urban Park

Patriots’ Hall

Precinct:

4

Location:

Dripping Springs

Hays County Commissioners approved $1.5M from the Parks and Open Space Bond to fund the mortgage payoff of Patriots’ Hall.

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Hays County and the City of Woodcreek entered into a funding agreement on November 11, 2022, for improvements and new additions to outdoor recreation opportunities. Hays County has committed $200,000 to be used towards the expansion of recreation for all ages with ADA compliance in all locations. In addition to the Hays Parks Bond funding, the City of Woodcreek will is also contributing $67,500 to complete the project. The improvements include: • Creating a new park with play structures (Brookhollow Park) • Adding a gazebo to the town center • Installing educational signage, a nature viewing platform, and outdoor games in the existing Augusta Park

Urban Park

City of Woodcreek Parks

Precinct:

3

Location:

Woodcreek

Improvements to existing Augusta Park and development of a new park with play structures.

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The additional land would expand the park for public access and allow for a direct trail pathway to connect to the adjacent Stagecoach Park trail system. Acquiring the land would return it to its native state resulting in protecting and preserving Onion Creek.

Open Space & Natural Area

Garison Parkland Expansion

Precinct:

4

Location:

Buda

The purchase of additional land would expand the existing Garison Park to allow for public access and water quality protection of Onion Creek.

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Improvements to the Kyle Sportsplex as identified in the interlocal agreement between Hays County and the City of Kyle, include picnic areas, a covered pavilion, outdoor public restrooms, an inclusive playground, sand volleyball courts, fitness/strength equipment, and parking areas. The Sportsplex currently sits on almost 70 acres of land in Plum Creek. In addition to funds committed by Hays County through the Parks and Open Space Bond, the City of Kyle has also committed matching funds through the 2020 voter-approved bond election.

Urban Park

Kyle Sportsplex Improvements

Precinct:

2

Location:

Kyle

Improvements to the 70 acre Sportsplex include picnic areas, a covered pavilion, outdoor public restrooms, an inclusive playground, sand volleyball courts, fitness/strength equipment, and parking areas.

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The interlocal agreement between Hays County and the City of Kyle for $10M includes funds for improvements to Plum Creek Trail. The improvements are proposed for approximately a four-mile section from I-35 Frontage Road East to the Cool Springs Nature Park. This trail segment is east of I-35 and passes through several parks, two-disc golf courses, a dog park, and several playground areas. This trail segment specifically assists residents living on the east side of the County to access services in the city center. In addition to the Parks Bond funds committed by Hays County, the City of Kyle has also committed to matching funds for the Plum Creek Trail Improvements.

Connectivity

Plum Creek Trail Improvements

Precinct:

2

Location:

Kyle

Improvements to the trail are proposed for approximately a four-mile section from I-35 Frontage Road East to the Cool Springs Nature Park.

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On June 7, 2022, Hays County entered into an agreement with the City of Dripping Springs, Dripping Springs Community Foundation (DSCF), and DS Skatepark, Inc. for the development of the first-ever skatepark in Dripping Springs. DS Skatepark, Inc. started the vision of a skatepark nearly three years ago and has since garnered support through community donations. A This future 12,000-square-foot skatepark will be located on 1.5 acres at the north end of Founders Memorial Park. A With this agreement, Hays County is allocating $624,250 from the voter-approved 2020 Hays County Parks Bond for the construction of the new skatepark.

Urban Park

Dripping Springs Regional Skatepark

Precinct:

4

Location:

Dripping Springs

Development of Dripping Springs' first-ever skatepark. The future skatepark will be at the north end of Founders Memorial Park.

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Phase II of Garlic Creek Trail will include the construction of a trail with pedestrian bridges within Garlic Creek Park that connect to the White Oak Preserve neighborhood.

Connectivity

Garlic Creek Trail

Precinct:

4

Location:

Buda

The construction of a new trail within Garlic Creek Park would allow for connectivity to surrounding neighborhoods.

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The construction of a multi-use trail of approximately 7,700 feet is planned from Garison Road to Cole Springs Road. The trail is planned to run along Onion Creek just west of downtown Buda. The City of Buda is allocating $553,500 from their 2021 Buda Bonds program.

Connectivity

Onion Creek Trail

Precinct:

4

Location:

Buda

The City of Buda is planning to develop a new trail along Onion Creek just west of downtown Buda.

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Hays County Commissioners approved just over $2M from the Parks and Open Space Bond for this conservation easement in September 2022. This 845-acre property is located in San Marcos within the Sink Creek watershed. It is heavily forested, with significant karst features and is home to the endangered Golden-Cheeked Warbler. By conserving this land, it helps protect water quality and quantity inflows into the Edwards Aquifer and San Marcos Springs. Future proposed plans include a public trail that would provide potential connectivity between Emerald Crown Trail and Violet Crown Trail.

Open Space & Natural Area

Presa Grande

Precinct:

3

Location:

San Marcos

Hays County Commissioners approved the purchase of a conservation easement for this 845-acre property located in San Marcos within the Sink Creek watershed.

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