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ultural and recreational activities contribute to the vibrant pulse of Universal City. The City’s vibrant volunteers and steadfast staff work to provide family and military-oriented events that speak to the core values of its residents. Parades, festivals, movies in the park, walks/runs, animal related events, and sporting events provide ample opportunity for celebration and community fun. For those outdoor enthusiasts, Universal City has 447 acres of parkland that provides trails, organized and recreational sports, disc golf, play areas, pavilions and community events. In 2021, Universal City invested nearly $1.2 million in park upgrade with more funding and improvements slated for 2022.
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heart. To top it all off in a nice, neat package, Motovo ranked Universal City as #7 for the most affordable suburb citing the low cost of living, affordable homes, and other community attributes. New subdivisions opening in 2021 and 2022 add to the diverse and affordable living opportunities in Universal City. The Universal City Library was designed with innovative technology as its key component. Whether it is computer classes, job research, Mad Science labs, reading and language programs, quiet spaces, or book reservations, the library has something to offer for everyone. Along with the building, the library serves as a cultural activity center in its assortment of meeting
rooms, outdoor activity area, and an adjoining park. The adjoining park features a Splashpad, children’s play areas, a soccer field, and a walking trail. The Park is also a host site for community music, parties, and general community gatherings. Universal City boasts many unique features that set it apart from surrounding communities. Universal City has always been a leader in identifying and participating in environmental and energy saving programs. Specifically, the City is known for its reuse water practices, and as the first Green Power Community in the State of Texas through the use of wind power. Universal City became the first municipality in Texas to purchase solar power. Over
Recognized as one of the nation’s top public golf courses, the Olympia Hills Golf Course and Event Center hosts golf tournaments, fun runs, family-friendly events, and movies under the moonlight, and can also be rented out for weddings, parties and private events. In addition to Universal City events, the Northeast Lakeview College (NLC) hosts a series of community events for the young and the young at
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