City of Victoria Needs Volunteer for Parks & Recreation Roles

The City of Victoria is inviting residents to play a direct role in shaping the future of its parks and recreation spaces by applying to serve on the Parks & Recreation Commission.

The City Council is currently seeking to appoint three residents to the commission. Each appointee will serve a three-year term, helping guide decisions that affect parks, recreational programming, and community facilities throughout Victoria.

The Parks & Recreation Commission provides recommendations to the City Council on matters related to city parks and recreational services. From new amenities to park upgrades, the commission’s input helps ensure that Victoria’s outdoor spaces continue to meet the needs of residents of all ages.

The commission meets at 5 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at the City Council Chambers, located at 107 W. Juan Linn St.

How to Apply

Residents who are interested in serving can apply by visiting

www.victoriatx.gov/boards-commissions

and filling out the “Application for Appointment” form.

Paper applications are also available at the City Secretary’s Office in City Hall, 105 W. Juan Linn St.

Completed forms may be:

• Delivered in person to the City Secretary’s Office
• Mailed to P.O. Box 1758, Victoria, TX 77901
• Faxed to 316-485-3045
• Emailed to ahilbrich@victoriatx.gov

The deadline to apply is August 31. Appointments will be made during a future City Council meeting.

Up Next for Parks & Rec: Pine Street Park Project

In related news, construction kicks off Monday on the Pine Street Park improvement project, bringing exciting upgrades for local families and children.

Young residents can look forward to:

• A larger covered play area
• ♿ Accessible features, including the MOVMNT button game by BCI Burke Playground Equipment
• Basketball court improvements

Construction is expected to wrap up in September, and the park will remain open throughout the process. Once the new play structure is installed, the old one will be removed.

To learn more about this and other upcoming projects like the Riverside Children’s Park, visit:

victoriatx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=2045