The next Steering Committee Meeting for the Benton Parks Master Plan will be held Wednesday, February 2nd at 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be virtual. The focus projects for this meeting will be: 1. The Benton Waterpark 2. Archery Park 3. Neighborhood Parks The public is invited to these meetings. These […]
Benton Parks Committee to discuss soccer Complex & Campground Nov 18th
The Steering Committee Meeting for the Benton Parks Master Plan will be held Thursday, November 18th in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. This meeting will discuss the Parks Master Plan Overall Goals and Objectives and then there are three specific projects on the agenda. 2040 VISION – NOVEMBER FOCUS PROJECTS Benton Soccer Complex […]
Bryant Parks and Rec to discuss sponsorships, more at Apr 12th meeting
Bryant Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Bryant Parks will hold a Committee Meeting Monday, April 12, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. in the Administrative Building at Bishop Park. This meeting is open to the public. The agenda follows. AGENDA: CALL MEETING TO ORDER Election of Chairperson COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ASSOCIATIONS OR CLUBS REPORTS DIRECTOR’S […]
Join in the Virtual Public Hearing July 12-Aug 26 for the route of the Southwest Trail for Biking and Walking
Get new info and have your say in the route for the Southwest Trail for biking and walking, beginning July 12th. Pulaski, Saline, and Garland Counties, in coordination with the Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will conduct a virtual location public hearing to present the preferred alternative for the Southwest Trail […]
Splash Pad at Tyndall Park to begin its $150K Expansion
We learned in December that the splash pad on the west side of Tyndall Park would be upgraded, using a grant for $150,000. The construction begins next week. The City has released the illustrations above and below to show the planned improvements. The water feature will be an all-inclusive amenity. See more information below, in […]
State Parks – What’s Open, What’s Not and How They are Cleaning for COVID-19
At this time, all Arkansas State Parks remain available to visitors in a limited capacity during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Below is a breakdown of What is open, limited or closed Specific park info How state parks are dealing with COVID-19. What is open: Day use areas, such trails used for hiking, mountain biking, […]
Benton Parks to Discuss Bike Racks; Swim Fans on Mar 17th
The City of Benton Parks Committee will meet in the Mayor’s Conference Room March 17th, at 6:00 p.m. The agenda follows. AGENDA Committee Members Judd Hart, Chair Jocelyn Cash Steve Lee Steve Brown Evelyn Reed James Herzfeld Jeff Hamm Stephanie Jones – Staff Call to Order Recognition of Attendees Approval of Minutes Scholarship Program Natatorium […]
Bryant Parks and Recreation Committee to Meet March 9th
Bryant Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Bryant Parks will hold a Committee Meeting March 9, 2020 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM in the Administrative Building at Bishop Park. This meeting is open to the public. Bryant Parks and Recreation Department 6401 Boone Road Bryant, Arkansas 72022 501.943.0444
Benton Parks: splash pad, pickle ball, trail and more set for improvements
Benton Parks and Recreation is set to make improvements in several local parks. “There is over $250,000 in grant funding dedicated towards some of these projects,” says Stephanie Jones, Director of Parks and Recreation. “We are very excited to continue updating our parks system while improving the quality of life in Benton. I am thankful […]
Benton to create disc golf course at Tyndall Park
Benton Parks and Recreation announced their newest project for Tyndall Park has been given the green light. The installation of an 18-hole junior disc golf course, designed by Cedar Creek Disc Golf Course & Design, will include the construction of tee pads and the installation of signs and baskets. Tyndall Park is located in a […]