Independence Park phase 2 to enter design in 2026

Date:

Final design of a new phase of Pearland’s largest park is set to begin in summer 2026, with construction expected to begin in late 2027.

Preliminary plans call for an adjacent detention pond to be incorporated as an amenity at the park, along with landscaping, parking, trails and sidewalk connections and improvements. Requests have also included permanent pickleball courts.

Phase II is expected to include an all-abilities expansion of the playground and construction of an inclusive splash pad.

Part of the planned Phase 2, the work will be funded from two sources: $16.3 million in bond sales approved by voters, and funds raised by the Forever Parks Foundation.

The foundation is currently fundraising and has secured approximately $1.4 million with an additional $500,000 in pledges, city staff said during an Oct. 27 update to council members.

Nicole Bradford

Popular

More like this
Related

Friendswood ISD Prepares New Bond Proposal for May 2026 Election

The Board of Trustees for Friendswood Independent School District...

Faith Matters: Be Salty! Stay Lit!

“Jesus said “You are the salt of the earth,...

Local Events for New Year’s Eve celebrations

As 2025 draws to a close, families and friends...

Texas History Essay Contest opens for 2025–2026 school year

The Sons of the Republic of Texas (SRT) have...