Montopolis Recreation and Community Center, Public Works Department, City of Austin

A voter approved bond funded the design and construction of a new recreation center, replacing the existing facility. In partnership with McKinney York Architects, we were selected to provide public information and community engagement services to ensure the needs, desires, and values of Montopolis neighborhood residents were reflected in the design for the new facility. Created survey tools and other public exercises in English and Spanish to inform the design process. Also, gathered public input by hosting public meetings, small group stakeholders’ meetings, and design charrettes. Feedback opportunities were promoted through hyper-targeted flyer distribution, social media, calendar listings, media outreach, community calendar listings, and other peer-to-peer engagement tactics. The design phase is complete. During the upcoming construction phase, we will continue community engagement, and will host community groundbreaking and grand opening celebrations.