The Village of San Leanna on May 19 named one of its parks the Jim Payne Park after the community’s longtime mayor. According to Alderperson Elaine Voeltz, Payne moved to San Leanna in 1984 and was elected the village’s mayor in 1989, serving for almost 20 years. Payne helped lead the way for village improvements, including paving local roads, upgrading the water systems and constructing a community center. Payne is a retired professor, having worked at St. Edward’s University.
The 1-acre park is located at the corner of Ridge Drive and Sunset Drive in San Leanna and includes picnic tables, a bench and a gazebo. www.sanleannatx.com
