Pearland in Motion Fall 2022

Pearland in Motion Fall 2022

in motion Pearland Your complete guide to City of Pearland programs, services and recreational activities FALL 2022

CITY NEWS

SPECIAL EVENTS

PARK SYSTEM MAP

AND MORE

Check out the emergency trail markers and the new Shari D. Coleman Animal Shelter.

Save the dates for the Trick- or-Treat Trail and Pearland’s holiday events.

See how the City and partner Forever Parks Foundation provide recreation for all.

View the map and find out about the amenities offered at local parks.

in motion Pearland FALL 2022

HELLO, PEARLAND!

Welcome to fall, y’all! This is a great time of year when the temperatures start to cool down and we can look forward to our Trick-or-Treat Trail on Halloween. Here at Pearland City Hall , the next fiscal year is underway. I know the budget may seem like a weird thing to celebrate, but it is really important. The City’s fiscal year runs from October 1 through September 30 every year. The work that is planned to build and maintain

PEARLAND CITY COUNCILMEMBERS Kevin Cole / MAYOR Tony Carbone / MAYOR PRO TEM Joseph Koza / COUNCILMEMBER 1 Alex Kamkar / COUNCILMEMBER 3 Adrian Hernandez / COUNCILMEMBER 4

Layni Cade / COUNCILMEMBER 5 Jeffrey Barry / COUNCILMEMBER 6 Woody Owens / COUNCILMEMBER 7

the Pearland community—and the accompanying budget to fund that work—take months to prepare. To remain good stewards of the public dollars entrusted to Pearland’s professional government team, we spend countless hours planning and prioritizing projects to provide the services you expect as a resident. The City budget, covering expenditures for police, fire, roads, drainage, parks and additional categories, requires more than $100 million in annual operating costs. The revenue comes primarily from a minority portion of the local property tax, sales tax, permit fees and several minor sources. The professional staff and elected representatives on the City Council start conducting public meetings months before the budget is approved to provide recommendations on priorities and to get feedback on the overall direction. Once everything is settled, the Council approves the budget prior to October 1 and once again we are off to the races making sure every dollar is used according to the plan. This is why it is such an exciting time for your City government staff and representatives! If you ever have any questions, or just want to know more about the budget, projects or anything else, email me at [email protected]. We’ll see you at the Trick-or-Treat Trail!

CITY ADMINISTRATION Clay Pearson / CITY MANAGER

Trent Epperson / DEPUTY CITY MANAGER Ron Fraser / ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER

PARKS, RECREATION & BEAUTIFICATION BOARD Dennis Jackson / CHAIR Zachary Boyer / VICE CHAIR Ryan Dixon / POSITION 1 Dennis Allen / POSITION 2 Nancy Bankson / POSITION 3 Heather Campo / POSITION 4 Heather Baker / POSITION 5

PEARLAND IN MOTION IS A PUBLICATION OF City of Pearland 3519 Liberty Dr., Pearland, Texas 77581 Phone: 281.652.1600 email: [email protected] website: pearlandtx.gov To advertise in the next issue of Pearland in Motion email: [email protected] or call 281.412.8900 © Copyright by City of Pearland City of Pearland Parks & Recreation is a CAPRA Accredited Agency. Images used in this publication are courtesy of City of Pearland, area vendors and businesses, Dreamstime, and Wikimedia Commons.

CLAY PEARSON City Manager

CONTENTS

PARK SYSTEM MAP

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CITY NEWS

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Programs to keep the kids busy

COMMUNITY

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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SPECIAL EVENTS

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AQUATICS

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NATURE & OUTDOORS

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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

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OPEN PLAY CRICKET Every Thursday and Friday night

ATHLETICS

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ADAPTIVE RECREATION

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HEALTH & FITNESS

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SENIOR ADULTS

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DIRECTORY

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 PERSONAL TRAINING To get your health on track

PARK SYSTEM MAP The City of Pearland enjoys a thriving, local park system that provides residents with the ability to enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. The City’s park system is classified into three types depending on size and use: community parks, neighborhood parks and dog parks. The City of Pearland has plenty of sidewalks and trails available for walking, jogging and biking. These sidewalks and trails are designed to ensure that residents can travel throughout the community.

PARK AMENITIES

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(CEN) CENTENNIAL PARK 3219 McLean Rd. (IND) INDEPENDENCE PARK 3449 Pearland Pkwy. SOUTHDOWN PARK 2150 Country Place Pkwy.

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WOODCREEK PARK 2907 Crane Dr.

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WOODY STREET PARK 2111 Woody Rd.

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CYPRESS VILLAGE PARK 6202 Summit Dr. CORRIGAN PARK 5409 Cunningham Dr. HYDE PARK 2221 Westminister Rd. PINE HOLLOW PARK 1335 Pine Forest Dr.

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CREEKSIDE PARK 2935 E. Orange St. AARON PASTERNAK MEMORIAL PARK 2402 Parkview Dr. ZYCHLINSKI PARK 2243 N. Grand Blvd. SHADOW CREEK RANCH NATURE TRAIL 1801 Kingsley Dr. SOUTH GATE PARK 11417 Harris Ave. HERITAGE PLAZA (GAZEBO)

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3519 Liberty Dr. HUNTER PARK 3701 E. Orange St. OLD SETTLERS CEMETERY Halik St. TRAILS AT JOHN HARGROVE ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLEX 5750 Magnolia Pkwy. IVY PARK 11050 Modern Green Dr.

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CITY FACILITY AMENITIES

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MELVIN KNAPP ACTIVITY CENTER 2424 South Park Ave. RECREATION CENTER & NATATORIUM 4141 Bailey Rd. VETERANS SPORTS COMPLEX 3901 Veterans Dr. WEST PEARLAND COMMUNITY CENTER 2150 Country Place Pkwy. HICKORY SLOUGH SPORTSPLEX 7600 Hughes Ranch Rd. THE SPORTS COMPLEX AT SHADOW CREEK RANCH 13050 Shadow Creek Pkwy. DELORES FENWICK NATURE CENTER 5750 Magnolia Pkwy.

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CITY NEWS

New Emergency Trail Markers Installed on Pearland Trails

Have you used Mary’s Creek Trail or Clear Creek Trail recently?

Thousands of people use the City’s hike and bike trails every year and the City of Pearland wants walkers, runners and bikers to enjoy a safe, fun and relaxing experience. To meet this goal, the City installed new emergency trail markers this spring along both the Mary’s Creek Trail and the Clear Creek Trail. The green and yellow pear-shaped markers can be used in the event of an emergency to help identify the location of trail users and allow first responders to reach people faster. The numbers on the trail markers correspond with geographic coordinates and access points. They also provide details for the best type of equipment suited to access the area. If you experience an emergency while using the trail system, call 911 and provide the dispatcher the number located on the closest trail marker. Our first responders will get to you as soon as possible.

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When using the Pearland Parks & Recreation trail systems, please be sure to observe proper trail etiquette to ensure all trail users have a safe and pleasant experience. Trail Etiquette

You Take care to be mindful of your presence on the trail. Carry sunscreen and water to stay hydrated and avoid heat illnesses. Stay safe by remaining on the main trail, carrying a charged cell phone, using only one earbud to stay aware of your surroundings and telling your friends and family your route before and while you’re using the trail. If you’re with children, keep the kiddos close. Be on the lookout for the new trail markers, which can be used to identify your location in the event of an emergency and take pictures of them as you pass. Consider utilizing the buddy system and bring a friend to enjoy the trail with you.

Your Trail Buddies Be kind to fellow trail users. Keep to the right, pass on the left, and announce when you’re passing. If using the trail as a group, limit to two people side-by-side while keeping tight to the right. Bikers should yield to pedestrians and travel at safe speeds. Dog walkers should keep their furry friends on short leashes. Your Trail No one likes seeing trash in nature, so please do not litter and always clean up after your dog. Trash receptacles are located at each of the trailheads for trail users to dispose of trash.

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CITY NEWS

Pearland Animal Services Unleashes New Shari D. Coleman

Animal Shelter The Shari D. Coleman Animal Shelter will open its doors to the public and animals this summer. The new 21,000-square-foot shelter is part of the City of Pearland’s Public Safety Complex located on Freedom Drive. The new animal shelter includes dog runs for 90 canines and cat kennels for 66 felines--drastically increasing the shelter capacity compared to the former animal shelter. In addition, the new animal shelter will include a medi- cal suite, a quarantine area for quarantined animals, an adoption center with individual meet-and-greet rooms, a veterinary service room, a laundry room and food stor- age areas. The new facility will meet all state laws and mandated codes for animal services and will improve the quality of life for the animal residents and Animal Ser- vices staff. “Our first obligation is to public safety,” said Animal Services Manager John Fischer. “Having a more centrally located, modern facility will allow us to more efficiently respond to calls for service from our residents while also making the shelter more accessible to all of Pearland.” Dedicated staff and office areas in the new shelter will also increase administrative and professional develop- ment efforts for Pearland’s Animal Services division. “While I am certainly very excited to finally have a veteri - nary suite on site, I am most excited about the space for training within the new shelter,” said Fischer. “Pearland has become a hub for quality, modern training within the Police Department and we are excited to have Animal Services continue that commitment.” The previous animal shelter, located on Old Alvin Road, was built in 1995 has since undergone multiple expan - sions, culminating in the building’s final 10,100-square- foot size. When it became clear that the shelter had met and exceeded its capacity (due in part to the City’s significant growth in the last 20 years), a needs assess -

ment was performed. The assessment revealed deficien - cies with animal housing and state health standards that require the City to bring the facility up to the standards of a modern animal shelter and adoption facility. In May 2019, voters approved the proposition for a new animal shelter in the 2019 Bond Referendum. Later that year, City Council unanimously approved the new shelter to be named after former Animal Services manager Shari D. Coleman, who passed away earlier that year. “The Shari D. Coleman Animal Shelter is designed to meet the needs of the City now and far into the future,” Fisch - er said. “We know Pearland cares about the pets in our community and this shelter reflects that.” The City of Pearland’s Animal Services and Adoption Center protects animals and promotes pet adoptions. The Shari D. Coleman Animal Shelter will provide greater access to information, adoption services and assistance.

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VISIT A PARK TODAY // pearlandparks.com

COMMUNITY

TOM REID LIBRARY EVENTS 3522 Liberty Dr., Pearland, Texas 77581 281.652.1677 // bcls.lib.tx.us // @pearlandlibrary All events are free and open to the public.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT Enjoy a seasonal craft or activity perfect for the whole family to make together. F  irst Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. All ages Pearland Tom Reid Library

ADULTS BOOKWORMS BOOK CLUB Enjoy lively discussion with fellow book lovers every month. Dates & Times: all Mondays at 6:30 p.m. September 12 – Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India Holton October 3 – Velvet Was the Night by Silvia Moreno Garcia November 7 – The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue Adults NOVEL DISCUSSIONS Enjoy lively discussion with fellow book lovers every month. Dates & Times: all Mondays at 6:30 p.m. September 19 – Dial A for Aunties by Jessie Sutanto October 17 – Olympus Texas by Stacey Swann November 21 – The Chosen and the Beautiful by Nghi Vo Adults

CHILDREN TOTS & TALES Listen to stories, sing songs and play with toys afterward. Every Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. 18 – 36 months and their caregivers BEFORE SCHOOL BUNCH Listen to stories and sing songs - followed by a fun craft. Every Thursday at 10:15 a.m. 3 – 6 years and their caregivers WILD HOUR WEDNESDAYS WITH DELORES FENWICK NATURE CENTER Learn all about nature with this fun and educational storytime brought to you by Katie from the DFNC! Last Wednesday of every month at 4 p.m. 3 – 10 years TEENS & TWEENS TWEEN SCENE A variety of tween-oriented crafts and activities. Third Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. 9 – 12 years

WRITERS’ GROUP A place for adult writers to hone and share their creative writing skills with a supportive group.

  September 9, October 14, and November 18, all at 6:30 p.m. Adult

Pearland Tom Reid Library

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WEST PEARLAND LIBRARY EVENTS 11801 Shadow Creek Pkwy., Pearland, Texas 77584 713.436.0995 // bcls.lib.tx.us // @pearlandwestsidelibrary All events are free and open to the public.

ADULTS GARDENING WITH FRIENDS

CHILDREN STORYTIME Enjoy songs, rhymes, crafts and stories for our littlest readers. *In the event of bad weather, Storytime will be held indoors in the Storytime Room. Capacity will be limited and tickets will be handed out 15 minutes before the program begins. Every Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. 3–5 years and their caregivers TODDLER TIME Enjoy songs, rhymes and stories for our littlest readers. *In the event of bad weather, Toddler Time will be held indoors in the Storytime Room. Capacity will be limited and tickets will be handed out 15 minutes before the program begins. Every Monday at 10:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. 12 – 36 months and their caregivers West Pearland Library Outdoor Amphitheater*

STEAM CAMP Enjoy engaging, interactive programming designed just for kindergartners through fifth graders! These programs will fall under one of the STEAM categories: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. For more specific information on the month’s program and theme, please check the branch calendar on our website or Facebook page.   1st Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Grades K - 5 West Pearland Library Teaching Theater

Join us to learn some gardening tips in this program sponsored by the Friends of the West Pearland Library. Thursday, September 1, 5 - 9 p.m. Adults West Pearland Library Meeting Rooms THE JOY OF BACKYARD BIRD FEEDING Backyard bird feeding is a hobby that can be as simple as filling a single feeder and watching who visits or as complicated as having multiple feeders designed to attract specific visitors and keeping a journal! Wild Birds Unlimited’s Jeff Glattly will discuss different foods, feeders, feeder designs and how best to combine them. Thursday, September 22, 6 – 7 p.m. Adults West Pearland Library ADULT BOOK CLUB Enjoy lively discussion with fellow book lovers every month. Please email pearlandwest@bcls. lib.tx.us for meeting information and the month’s selection!  4 th Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m.* Adults *Dates may be adjusted for fall holidays MAKE IT EASY Join us for a monthly make-it program just for grown-ups! 1st Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. Adults Keep an eye out for added events! Contact the library or visit bcls.lib.tx.us/branches/pws/ pearlandwest.asp for the most up-to-date information.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

REGISTER TODAY FOR PROGRAMS Registration begins on August 1.

The City of Pearland Parks & Recreation has made it easy for you to register for the program of your choice. A participant may not register more than seven days after a program has started. Program fees will not be prorated for an individual registering after a program has begun. There are two ways for you to submit your registration: 1 ONLINE

2 WALK-IN Walk-in registrations are accepted at the Pearland Parks & Recreation Welcome Center at 4141 Bailey Rd. from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. For facility hours of operation, call 281.412.8900 .

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