Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved a record $30.9 million in local park grants this month to help create and enhance outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state, including in Brazoria County.
The City of Angleton is receiving $881,415 for renovations at the Angleton Recreation Center. Angleton also received $750,00 for development at Abigail Arias Park for a splash pad, trails, inclusive playground, and landscaping.
Brazoria County received a $208,218 grant for renovations and rehabilitation of Buffalo Camp County Park in Lake Jackson, which will include a pavilion with electric utilities and landscaping. Renovations include the parking lot expansion, trail improvements, footbridge repairs, observation deck improvements, pond excavation, and inclusive playground equipment.
In addition, the City of Galveston in Galveston County received $375,000 for renovations and development at Jones Park.
