Coppell Parks and Recreation strives to bring quality parks, facilities and recreation services to the Coppell community. Current and future park projects are determined based on citizen feedback, staff recommendations and maintenance needs.
CURRENT/UPCOMING PROJECTS
Playground Shade Structures
Playground shade structures have been installed at Allen Road Park, Andrew Brown Park West, and the Old Town Playground! Check our Facebook Page for the latest information on playground shade structures.
The CORE Bridge Replacement
Project Scope: Replacement of the pedestrian entrance bridge at the CORE.
To ensure the safety of guests entering The CORE, the pedestrian entrance bridge is being replaced. The project was awarded to Core Construction. Construction will begin in early December and is expected to be completed in February 2020. The old bridge has been removed, and the new bridge will be set the week of January 13.
Moore Road/Riverchase Dr./Fairway Bike Lane
Project Scope: Installation of signage and pavement markings depicting on-street bicycle lanes for Moore Road, Fairway Drive and Riverchase Drive.
Construction is underway. The contractor is installing the side-paths at Moore Road and Sandy Lake Road. Bike lane striping is complete on Riverchase Drive, Fairway Drive and Moore Road from Andrew Brown Park to Sandy Lake Road. Next steps will be continued bike lane striping on Moore Road south of Sandy Lake Road and the installation of side paths near Austin Elementary.ROMC Phase II Expansion
Project Scope: Expansion that will improve the existing developed property and provide burial options and features not currently offered by the Rolling Oaks Memorial Center.
ABW/CHS Connector Trail
Project Scope: Installation of a connector trail connecting the trail at the southern end of Andy Brown Park West directly to Coppell High School.
Project has been awarded to Core Construction. Construction is anticipated to begin in January and be completed March 2020.Old Town Pavilion Doors
Project Scope: Improvement of the Pavilion at Old Town Square to reduce the activity disruptions caused by high winds. The project includes the installation of double siding to some parts of the pavilion as well as eight glass motorized folding doors that will replace existing canvas shades.
The project has been awarded to Core Construction. Construction is anticipated to begin January 27 and be completed March 2020.MacArthur Blvd. Trail
Project Scope: Removal of the existing 5’ wide sidewalk and reinstall an 8’ wide side-path trail along the East side of MacArthur Blvd. beginning at Deforest Road and ending at Riverchase Drive.
The project has completed design/development phase and the construction documents are complete. Bid opening was held on Thursday 12/5/19. Staff anticipates going to City Council in January 2020 with a recommendation to award the bid.Grapevine Springs Park Dredging & Wall Repair
Project Scope: Feasibility study to determine a course of action for repairs to Grapevine Springs Park canal and wall.
The Grapevine Springs Park Feasibility Study has been completed and shared with Dallas County. Dallas County staff will be discussing the feasibility study and recommendations with the Dallas County Trail/Preserve Board in early December.BEC / Senior Center Monument Signs
Project Scope: Installation of monuments signs at the Biodiversity Education Center and Senior & Community Center at Grapevine Springs.
More information on monument signs at the Biodiversity Education Center and Senior & Community Center at Grapevine Springs coming soon.Elevated Boardwalk Trail Sections
Project Scope: Elevated boardwalk trail at Magnolia Park, Moore Road Park and Asbury Manor
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PAST PROJECTS
Andrew Brown Park Redevelopment (2016-2017)
The Andrew Brown Park Redevelopment project is complete and both East and West are open to the public. The parks offer a wide range of recreational experiences, including active play and passive open space. Visit East and enjoy a quiet space to picnic or read a book. Or, take a jog around the decomposed granite soft running trail at West, play on the playground, or play a friendly game of basketball or sand volleyball!
Through the citizen-driven Coppell Vision 2030 Plan, a need was identified for a signature park to activate the community and provide enjoyable public spaces. Citizen support was abundant, not only verbally but at the polls, and in 2013 approved the reauthorization of a ½-cent sales tax.
The redeveloped parks feature community gathering areas with pavilions for performances and community uses, passive areas for sitting quietly enjoying the out-of-doors with friends and family, as well as an area appropriately sized for the large events that Coppell citizens have enjoyed for years. Also included is a rejuvenated youth athletic complex at Andrew Brown Park West, with a softball complex and new field sports complex, improved trails throughout, a playground, and basketball and volleyball courts.
Click here to view a virtual tour of changes to Andrew Brown Park East.
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Click on the images to enlarge drawings: 
Andrew Brown Park West |  Andrew Brown Park East |
Project Timeline
| January 2016 | Contract Awarded to CORE Construction |
| February 2016 | Construction Begins |
| June 2017 | Construction Complete |
| Project Cost | $21,183,850.00 |
A Message from Parks and Recreation Director Brad Reid
Several years ago, the idea came out of a series of strategic planning summits about renovating the Andrew Brown Parks, going on to suggest major changes to the usage of the park areas in the future, allowing for improvements to youth sports amenities and adding community gathering spaces. These two goals became the baseline for a redesign of the parks in 2011, and have continued to be the focus since.