Res 2003-025 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

of anticipated tax revenue bonds, from the general fund, or any other means as directed by the City's Financial Director. The parkland obtained with the assistance of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department grants will result in a very valuable and unique tract of land being dedicated as a park and a wildlife preserve in perpetuity. This Proposal consists of the acquisition of 15.96 acres ofland out of the flood plain and adjacent to the donated 81.2:1: acres in the floodplain which will be dedicated to recreation and preservation of environmentally unique land. Subsequent development will include a disc golf course; hike and bike trails that will be linked to the overall planned Hays County Hike and Bike trail system and the existing San Marcos River Corridor Hike and Bike Trail System; nature preserve and trails; picnic areas; parking lot and restrooms. All facilities will be made accessible to the handicapped and elderly. All new electrical and telephone lines will be placed underground. 3. Objectives and Need for Assistance (project Justification) This proposed park will preserve much needed natural and environmentally sensitive land in an area of the state and county that is fast loosing its natural environment to development of all types. The San Marcos and Hays County citizens will benefit from this acquisition and later development of the proposed facilities that will provide much needed additional land preservation and additional recreation activities for citizens of all ages. The City of San Marcos is committed to the preservation and recreational use of unique and environmentally sensitive areas. The City of San Marcos was successful in obtaining a similar grant PROGRAM NARRATIVE - Page 3 of7