HACKBERRY PARK

Currently, the park is in good condition. Portions of the perimeter walking trail were recently repaved due to the construction of Kerr Drive on the south side of the park; new ADA-compliant connections to the exterior sidewalks were installed and landscaping was included as part of the road construction. Observations revealed that the perimeter walking trail is well-used by neighbors as well as the playground equipment and pavilion structure which have been replaced in recent years. The park has no dedicated parking lot, so users tend to walk here or park along the street.

Potential Improvements

Although the park is well utilized, there are areas within it that can be improved to better serve the residents. These include repositioning the multi-use court slightly farther away from the street, adding shade toppers and more mulch to the playground, and lastly, adding elements to make the park unique to its setting. These could include programming items such as workout stations, separate seating areas within the mature trees, and screening of the alley along the northern edge of the site. The open play field should also be fine-graded to fill in holes and even out the surface for a better play experience. Finally, to provide safer access from the neighborhoods and apartments, clear crosswalk striping and signage should be implemented at primary access points.

Hackberry Park

SHORT-TERM GOALS

• Add shade toppers to playground

• Add more mulch to the playground to make it more barrier-free

• Add elements to make park unique to its setting

• Update entry signage

• Update BBQ grills and trash receptacles