Paula Aldana Chavarro

The Bond Election Committee meeting included discussions on future meetings, narrowing down options for bond allocation, and considering an additional option (Option C) for the bond election. The prioritization process is based on design money for facility projects, designed infrastructure projects, projected operating costs, and whether the recreation center is bond or public-private-partnership funded. Option C allocates funds to streets, police, library, public works/parks facility, and a vote on the Rec Center, with an alternative to allocate funds to various Parks Improvements and Silo Renovation. The committee also discussed additional considerations for Option C, emphasizing the need for strong consensus on including quality of life items and the Permanent Service Center building in the referendum.

The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan for the Town of Prosper focuses on addressing the recreational needs of its growing population. It includes an inventory of existing parks and facilities, assesses community needs through surveys and public input, and sets priorities for future development and land acquisition. The plan emphasizes the importance of acquiring parkland, developing trails, and providing diverse recreational opportunities, with specific recommendations for pocket parks, neighborhood parks, community parks, and linear parks. It also outlines potential funding sources and a proposed ten-year action plan to guide the development and maintenance of the park system.

The meeting included a welcome to Kevin Greene, setting future meetings to discuss parks, library, police, wrap up prioritization, and a final meeting after the election is called. There was a capacity update, a recap of the process, and discussion regarding infrastructure, including a map recap of projects to date. Also included was an optional facility tour and discussion around accelerating infrastructure, developing downtown Prosper as a destination, ensuring the town's commercial corridors are ready for development, continuing to provide excellent municipal services, and working towards a growing and diversified tax base. The challenge of rapid growth, financial policies, program parameters, and the timing of the bond election process were also discussed.

The 2023-2025 Town of Prosper Communications and Community Engagement Plan focuses on informing, engaging, and connecting residents with their Town government. It establishes communication guidelines and expectations for Town employees, emphasizing open and two-way communication, expanding technology use, and improving internal communication. The plan also addresses media relations, crisis communications, and community engagement activities, ensuring consistent messaging and proactive communication.

The 2023 Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Prosper aims to guide future development decisions, reflecting the community's identity and aspirations. Key areas of focus include land use, transportation, and public facilities. The plan emphasizes preserving the town's small-town character, encouraging community participation, promoting academic achievement, maintaining open spaces, and ensuring housing excellence. It also focuses on providing diverse land uses, enhancing the quality of life, protecting neighborhoods, requiring high-quality development, developing quality roadways, and ensuring adequate infrastructure.