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Parks and Recreation Board Meeting
Prosper Town Hall , Council Chambers
250 W. First Street , Prosper, Texas
Thursday, July 16, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Roll Call.
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The meeting was called to order at 6:02 p.m .
Board Members Present:
Daniel Knox, Chair
Kari Castro, Secretary
Valerie Little
Deb Horan
Valerie Rodriguez
Kyle LaFerney
Staff Members Present:
David Angeles, Director of Parks and Recreation
Randy Breeding, Park Planning Manager
Matt Furr, Parks Superintendent
Trevor Helton , Recreation Manager
Erika Ruiz, Administrative Assistant
Consider and act upon the minutes from the June 11, 2026, Parks and Recreation
Board Meeting.
Secretary Castro made a motion to approve the minutes. Seconded by Board Member
Rodriguez . Motion carried with a 6-0 vote .
Board Member Homan made a motion to approve the work session minutes. Seconded
by Board Member Rodriguez
3. Citizens Comments.
No comments were made .
4. Consider and act upon prioritizing remaining funds from the 2020 Bond Program.
Director David Angeles presented the remaining 2020 Bond Program projects and
reviewed both Motion A (Priority by Category) and Motion B (Preferred Projects as
Feasible). The Board discussed the proposed project priorities and funding
recommendations .
Secretary Castro made a motion to approve Motion A, using Motion B as a reference
document for future review , with the understanding that the remaining 2020 Bond
Program funds will not be used for the 407 Recreation Expansion. The motion was
seconded by Board Member Rodriguez .
Motion carried with a 6-0 vote.
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Receive staff updates: Recreation, Park Development, Park Operations, and
Director.
Recreation Manager Trevor Helton provided updates on Recreation activities and
upcoming programs. Summer programming continues to be successful with three weeks
remaining, and registration for Fall 2026 programs is now open. He also reminded the
Board about the upcoming Chill in the Pa rk event scheduled for July 30, 2026 . Trevor
shared that he recently filmed a video with the Communications Department highlighting
the Town's pickleball courts and providing information on the proper use of the
amenities .
Parks Planning Manager, Randy Breed ing presented the following updates on Park
Developments:
Raymond Community Park:
The sod installation is still at 94% complete due to well and pump construction activities,
which are currently 92% complete. Mr. Breeding is currently working with Oncer for the
installation of the meter needed for the pump and well. The playground installation is
100% complete . The pavilion metal structure is complete, and staff is coordinating with
an electrician to install two electrical outlets and four lights.
Parvin Park:
Project Scope : Loop Trail , Small Playground, Small Pavilion , Picnic Tables, Drinking
Fountain, Parking Spaces .
Concrete placement is complete . Three additional parking spaces have been added,
including one designated handicap-accessible parking space . The irrigation system has
been installed, and tree installations are complete. Sod installation is also complete. A
specialized gazebo has been ordered; however, shipping has taken longer than
anticipated. The project is anticipated to open to the public in August 2026 or early Fall
2026.
Parks Superintendent Matt Furr presented park operations updates. Matt Furr provided
an update on erosion control improvements at Greenspoint. Staff installed riprap rock
along the creek bank to stabilize the area and help prevent further erosion adjacent to
the pedestrian bridge and trail. The rock reinforcement will reduce soil loss and help
protect the surrounding infrastructure from future washout. Matt Furr provided an update
regarding upcoming improvements at Frontier Park. New signs will be added throughout
the park to enhance wayfinding and improve the overall visitor experience .
Director's Minutes: Director Angeles provided updates on general Parks and Recreation
topics, including the Hike and Bike Trail Master Plan -soft refresh , which will include an
updated map reflecting the existing trails and amenities currently on the ground.
Director Angeles also apologized that a work session intended to take place prior to the
regular meeting , to allow for a bond discussion and review of project rankings, was posted
after the regular meeting rather than before. The discussion was intended to provide an
opportunity for the Board to review and prioritize remaining bond-funded projects prior to
the regular meeting . Secretary Castro made a motion to cancel the July 16 work session .
The mot ion was seconded by Board Member Little. Motion carried with a 6-0 vote .
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Upcoming Calendar:
Director Angeles reminded the Board that July is Parks and Recreation Month and
encouraged everyone to join in celebrating the importance of parks and recreation
services. The Town will be receiving a Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation on
July 28, 2026 .
Reminder: Director Angeles also reminded Parks and Recreation Board members that
board member renewal applications are due by July 31, 2026.
6. Request for future agenda items.
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Board Member Horan requested that a future agenda item be added to discuss the
implementation of signage providing pickleball court guidelines during periods of high
usage .
The discussion would focus on establishing court etiquette and usage guidelines
intended to promote fair access and improve player rotation during peak attendance .
Adjourn.
Meeting adjourned at 7: 15 p.m .
These minutes were approved on the 10th day of September.
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