The Pearland Parks and Recreation Department is in the process of updating its parks master plan. The update is routine and done so the city can see what its priorities are for the next capital improvement plan. This year’s priorities include making sure all parks are close to residents and accessible for residents of all abilities, said Carry Capers, director of the parks and recreation department.
The city had a groundbreaking on Shadow Creek Sports Complex Phase 2 in January. The park is expected to be completed in late fall or early 2022 and open to the public in 2022, Capers said. Pearland has budgeted $10 million for phase 2 of the park, which will have playing fields for rugby and cricket, as well as a Miracle Field, which will allow people of all physical abilities to play baseball.
“The sports complex is going to be such an incredible addition to our park inventory,” Capers said.
While the Miracle Field will be convenient for those of different physical abilities who want to play sports and stay in Pearland to do it, it is not the only improvement the city will make to parks for those of different abilities, Capers said. The city is also doing an audit of its parks and amenities to see what is accessible in line with the Americans with Disabilities Act and replacing items that are not, Capers said.
