You're invited! A ribbon cutting ceremony will be hosted at Hays Park on March 24 at 10:00am. The park is named in honor of Chester G. Hays, Prosper's 4th Mayor. The informal gathering is set to feature remarks by Mayor Ray Smith, Prosper Historical Society, and the Hays family.
Please meet at the pavilion for the Ribbon Cutting. Learn more.
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Find Activities for Active Adults 55+ on the Calendar
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It's not too late to register! Goal is to log 1,170 fitness minutes by April 18. A completed tracking sheet earns you a free t-shirt and entry to win a Fitbit. A selfie gets you a 2nd entry! Register and download the tracking sheet today!
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Meet Dan, Michael, and Kaylynn!
Welcome to the Parks and Recreation Team
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Dan Baker,
Director of Parks and Recreation
Introducing Dan as Director of Parks and Recreation! He joins our team after serving 22 years with the City of Richardson, most recently as Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation. Dan's 27+ years of experience span parks operations and planning and administration of recreation programs and events. Dan earned an MBA from UT-Dallas and a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, golfing and rooting for the Aggies in anything they are competing in. Read the news release.
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Michael Zachary,
Parks Planner
Welcome Michael! He brings to Prosper nearly 35 years' experience in residential and commercial landscaping, including irrigation, nursery, maintenance, pools, and construction. He also spent 11 years as a real estate broker and remodeler. Michael enjoys looking at life "on the lighter side." He loves spending time with his grandkids, picking and traveling via automobile.
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Kaylynn Stone,
Administrative Assistant
Meet Kaylynn, our department's Administrative Assistant! She brings exceptional customer service skills and experience in marketing, recreation, and special event planning. Most recently, she was Group Retreats Director for the Collin County YMCA. Kaylynn enjoys the outdoors and loves spending time with her husband and son.
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Updates on Parks and Trails |
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Parks Operations has moved 50 trees from the Prosper Tree Farm to Hackberry Park. Here's how: A tree spade was used to dig out each tree. After removal from the ground, each tree is placed inside a wire basket lined with burlap. The burlap holds the soil in place with the roots; the basket supports the entire rootball to keep the soil from breaking the burlap covering. The tree spade is then removed from the skid steer and a forklift employed to lift the tree. Trees were loaded onto trailers and transported to Hackberry Park for installation. |
Tree Farm at the Parks Operations Facility. |
Trees ready for planting at Hackberry Park. |
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If you’ve visited this beautiful 6.7 acre neighborhood park located at 842 Lavender Drive, you’ve most likely experienced the fun western-themed playground with a stagecoach, tractor, cow, and horses. The park's finishing touches are now complete with the addition of a large pavilion, basketball courts, picnic tables, benches, and additional landscaping. |
Finishing touches to Prairie Park. |
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Developments to Watch
NW corner of First Street and Coit Road: Town Council has approved proceeding with interim use of the former Sexton property until the initial phase of park construction can begin. Parks and Recreation will be creating pathways for pedestrians to explore the rolling terrain within the park. This mown trail will provide a meandering nature experience and access to tree lines and ponds. A small gravel parking lot and trail head have been installed off of Coit Road for easy access. For a preview of final park plans, please view the Master Plan.
Intersection of Star Meadow Drive and Star Trail Parkway: Construction is slated to begin on Star Meadow Park in 2022. Park amenities are set to include a playground, pavilion, basketball court, hike and bike trails, a backstop, wooded areas, and open space.
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Board Recognizes Prosper High School Art Teacher and Students |
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Parks and Recreation Board members and staff congratulate the Prosper High School group for their artistic efforts to revamp the Santa's Workshop display for the Prosper Christmas Festival. |
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The Parks and Recreation Board recognized Prosper High School art students and their teacher, Judy Seay, on February 22, for their spirit of community and volunteerism. Staff joined the Board in awarding a plaque to recognize their work to paint a new Santa's Workshop façade. The entryway will welcome children for many years to come to a visit with Santa Claus during the annual festival. |
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Beautiful Weather and Lots of Fish
Highlight the Annual Prosper Fishing Derby!
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232! Total number of fish caught at the annual Prosper Fishing Derby held on February 19 at Frontier Park! More than 600 children, parents, and grandparents gathered around the pond for a morning of family fishing and friendly competition! Prizes for kids were awarded in various categories up to age 14. Thank you, Title Sponsor PondMedics, for the fun prizes! Watch the recap video
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PROSPER PARKS AND RECREATION
407 E. First Street, Prosper, TX 75009
972-569-1160
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