STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Quality of Life, Arts & Culture
AGENDA DATE: October 23, 2024
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 10
DEPARTMENT: Park & Recreation Department
EXECUTIVE: John D. Jenkins
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SUBJECT
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A public hearing, pursuant to Chapter 26 of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, to receive comments on the proposed use of a portion of parkland at Flag Pole Hill Park located at 951 Winfrey Point Way, totaling approximately 29,355 square feet of land and temporary use of approximately 17,114 square feet 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 - Estimated Revenue: Capital Gifts, Donation & Development Fund $36,800.00
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BACKGROUND
107 acres located at 951 Winfrey Point Way, on the northeast side of Dallas. The park is currently used for active recreation with Flag Pole Hill Trail running through the park.
The Dallas Water Utilities Department (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-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 site including planting trees, such planting to be coordinated with the Park Department's Forester.
In consideration for th...
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