STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Quality of Life, Arts & Culture
AGENDA DATE: September 25, 2024
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 10
DEPARTMENT: Park & Recreation Department
EXECUTIVE: John D. Jenkins
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Authorize a public hearing to be held on October 23, 2024, pursuant to Chapter 26 of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, to receive comments on the proposed use of a portion parkland at Flag Pole Hill Park located at 8015 Doran Circle, totaling approximately 29,355 square feet (0.67 acres) of land and temporary use of approximately 17,114 square feet (0.40 acres) of land, by Dallas Water Utilities for the construction of two 60-inch stormwater lines for the Guildhall-McCree Storm Drainage Relief System Project, for the public benefit - Revenue: Capital Gifts, Donation & Development Fund $639.00
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BACKGROUND
The City of Dallas owns municipal parkland known as Flag Pole Hill Park (approximately 107 acres) located at 8015 Doran Circle, on the northeast side of Dallas. The park is currently used for active recreation with Flag Pole Hill Trail running through the Park.
Dallas Water Utilities (DWU) currently maintains one 60-inch stormwater line in the park constructed in 1968. This stormwater line no longer meets the stormwater needs of this area of the City as streets temporarily flood during significant storm events. To meet current and future stormwater needs, DWU proposes to construct two additional 60-inch stormwater lines parallel to the existing stormwater. The outfall of the three lines will be in the same location as the current outfall in the park, approximately eighty feet from the drainage way.
The use of parkland will require approximate 29,355 square feet (0.67 acres) public utility easements in parkland, and temporary workspace of approximately 17,114 square feet (0.40 acres) of parkland (Exhibit A). The project will not impact the existing trail and upon completion DWU will restore the si...
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