BY ALEX REECE
Northwest Community Park construction to wrap in 2026 very youngest to the most accomplished bikers, but we really believe it’s a park for everyone,” Engineering Director Jason Brodigan said. In case you missed it Park amenities
Contractors are beginning work on Northwest Community Park, an 18-month project that will feature looping bike trails, an observation deck and play areas, city officials said. Frisco City Council members approved a $34.21 million construction contract for Northwest Community Park 5-0 during a Nov. 5 meeting, pushing the park toward development after years of discussions. The details Frisco officials received three bids for the proj- ect, according to meeting documents. The contract they chose, which was with Millis Development and Construction-Dallas, LLC, is for $33.36 million with an $850,000 construction contingency fee. A separate $3.45 million construction contract was issued Nov. 19 with a specialized bike park contractor, according to meeting documents. “While the majority of the land is focused towards biking, it is inclusive of all bikers, from the
One of the city’s goals for the park’s northern bike trail system was to leave it as untouched and well-preserved as possible, council member Bill Woodard said. The city has $40 million in available funds for the park. Including the construction contract, bike park contract, $1.47 million for playground equipment and $333,580 for public art, there is still $531,992 left in the budget, Brodigan said. Looking ahead The city is “ready to go” and prepared to start construction before November ends, Brodigan said. Northwest Community Park is projected to finish in May 2026, he said.
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• Looping trails • Dog park • Bike skills track • Amphitheater lawn • Toddler playground • Splash pad
• Food truck space • Observation deck • Walking trail that can support 5K events • Picnic spaces • Bike jump lines
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