City of Schertz Announces $12 Million Parks and Recreation Improvement Project

SCHERTZ, Texas – Two new parks and changes to the Schertz Soccer Complex are coming soon to the Schertz community.

The City of Schertz and the Schertz Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) have approved a new project aimed at improving the quality of life for residents, according to a press release.

“Investing in key parks projects is part of our mission to promote and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses,” said Scott Wayman, executive director of economic development. “This partnership is just the beginning of our long-term vision to attract more visitors to our city by creating a sustainable and vibrant community. »

The city said the SEDC is expected to invest nearly $12 million in the following projects:

• The first installment will go toward investing $1.7 million in lighting for the complex’s 10 soccer fields. The city hopes the upgrade will allow for more regional tournaments.

• The next development is the future Hilltop Park, which will be located on the north side of Schertz. The park will feature the city’s first lookout and observation deck, a nature-based playscape, picnic pavilions, walking and biking trails and a fishing pier. Hilltop Park will receive $750,000 from a Texas Parks and Wildlife Local Park Grant.

• The latest investment is in the new Community Circle Park behind the Hal Baldwin Municipal Complex. This park will combine the dog park, the Johnie McDow sports complex and the skate park. It will also include “The Box,” a teen hangout featuring sand volleyball courts, basketball courts, public art spaces, open seating and hammocks.

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