CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The City of Corpus Christi celebrated the start of park improvements at Commodore Park on the Island with a groundbreaking ceremony this morning.
The $3.4 million project will greatly enhance this regional park. New amenities will include:
· Covered Basketball Court Pavilion: Providing a year-round sports venue.
· Tennis and Pickleball Courts: With two tennis courts and four pickleball courts.
· Playground: A fenced-in, shaded area with poured-in-place surfacing for safety.
· Bird Observation Blind: Encouraging wildlife appreciation and education.
· Concrete Walking Trail: For strolls and exercise.
· Picnic Area: Designated space for family and community gatherings.
· Parking and Accessibility: A concrete parking lot with golf cart accommodations and ADA accessibility throughout.
· Park Lighting: Ensuring safety and extended use during evening hours.
This project is backed by the voter-approved Bond 2022 and 2024. The design of the park improvements has been entrusted to Turner Ramirez Architects and the construction will be carried out by the team at Weaver and Jacobs Constructors.
For more information, media representatives can contact Bryan Quitania, Senior Public Information Officer, at 361-826-3884 or by email at BryanQ@CorpusChristiTX.gov.
