HIGHLIGHTS
The Beacon Recreation Center in Southeast Arlington Recognized with TEXO Distinguished Building
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Community members of all ages and interests are served by The Beacon , which offers a purposebuilt place to stay active and connect with neighbors , friends , and family . The recreation center includes a gymnasium , a fitness stair , cardio and weights area , aerobics and yoga studio , a classroom , administration area , and child watch area . Other amenities include an outdoor splash pad , adventure playground , walking trails , and a skate park .
“ This is just another indication this is an outstanding facility provided for the citizens of Arlington . It was designed and constructed to meet the needs of the community , and executed with quality and efficiency ,” Arlington Parks and Recreation Assistant Director Scott Fairman said . “ To not only be recognized for the recreational value , but now the value of the development , should be a source of pride for the citizens of Arlington .”
Arlington Parks and Recreation Director Lemuel Randolph said the collaborative process with Sundt made for efficient and constructible design , a higher-quality outcome , and a greater overall value for the City and the community . The project was also successfully completed with assistance from the City ’ s Asset Management Department .
“ Sundt did an extraordinary job in managing our project schedule . They were able to open up parts of our facility to the public early at Sundt ’ s recommendation . We never anticipated that would happen . I was amazed at Sundt ’ s attention to detail . They dealt with project challenges and unforeseen conditions seamlessly and effectively ,” Randolph said . “ We had two other similar projects that started before Sundt ’ s project commenced and Sundt ’ s was completed before the other two . This was the best-run project I have seen in 30 years .”
Neighborhood Block Party Trailer Available Again for Reservations
The Block Party Trailer is back ! The Block Party Trailer was in quarantine while City , County , and State orders limited the size of groups that should gather together . With the lifting of these orders , the Block Party Trailer is now available to be reserved for FREE for your upcoming neighborhood event .
The goal of the Block Party Trailer is to advance community engagement in The American Dream City by providing a fun way for neighbors to get together . The Block Party Trailer is filled with picnic tables , ice chests , games , and other party needs available for free to registered neighborhood groups .
“ Block parties are a great way for neighbors to meet in a casual , fun setting . We love to see Arlington families connect and come to care for each other as well as for the overall health and vibrancy of their neighborhoods ,” Planner Anthony Cisneros said .
Eligible neighborhood groups must submit an application to reserve the trailer at least 7 days before their scheduled event . If approved , the trailer will be dropped off the Friday before the party and picked up the Monday after .
Residents who wish to apply for a Block Party street closure can apply at arlingtontx . gov / blockparty .
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