Recreation

After a series of public hearings, Lubbock's city council voted on a change to roadway impact fees, a shared cost between the city and developers to pay for road updates. Pending final approval, the rate for developers will decrease to zero percent. Also in yesterday's meeting, the council entered a commitment agreement setting aside land for a new indoor sports facility. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren has more on the plans.

The tooth of the prehistoric giant ground sloth has been uncovered right here in Lubbock as part of an environmental review for the Loop 88 highway project. Our Bishop Van Buren spoke with TxDot and reports on the discovery. Today marks the first day Lubbock's splash pads are open for the summer. The Mae Simmons, Maxey, and Rogers splash pads will be open this weekend from 10 A.M.to 8 P.M., beginning at 3 P.M. during the week, and return to normal hours starting May 23.

Lubbock’s mayor Mark McBrayer held the city’s 43rd State of the City Address on Wednesday, the first during his time as mayor. He described the event as an opportunity to explain how the local government is planning for the future.

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White tail deer season is underway

As the budget season draws to a close, some city leaders are concerned about cuts and commitments that could impact the future of Lubbock's quality of life. At the same time, some are still working to pull departments like Parks and Recreation out of the Pandemic's recession.

In 2022, the Lubbock City Council announced that over $5 million from federal COVID-19 relief funding would go towards the construction of these splash pads, replacing three of the four aging public pools that residents used to enjoy.

Advocates say public pools are necessary community infrastructure and save lives. Splash pads have become a more affordable option.

Our reporter, Bishop Van Buren, has more on a Lubbock mother's mission to open an indoor park designed to be enjoyed by children of all ability levels.

Clapp Pool’s season began May 28 and will run through Saturday, Aug. 5.