In a Dec. 1 update, Bellaire City Council member Cindy Cohen-Taylor shared that the final conceptual design for Evergreen Park is expected to be voted on by City Council in January.
The project includes creating an all-inclusive and accessible playground, renovating the pool complex and providing a green space with flexible uses.
Latest update
Redeveloping the park has been a topic of discussion for the city since late 2024, when a public survey was launched to gather residents’ feedback on the process. The redevelopment was also later adopted in April 2025 as part of the city’s fiscal year 2026-28 strategic plan.
The project has already garnered close to $700,000 in proceeds, as of Dec. 1. The sum includes a combination of grants, fundraising and event promotion.
Cohen-Taylor said the overall cost of the project is slated to cost approximately $6 million to $8 million. The final estimate will depend on the final design plan chosen, she said.
Next steps
Cohen-Taylor said the next step of the process is to receive council approval of the conceptual design, which will take place in January. As of Jan. 13, the item has not yet appeared before council. Bellaire’s final City Council session in January will be held Jan. 26 at 6 p.m.
After council approval, the committee will kick off a capital campaign in 2026 to raise funds for the rest of the redevelopment.
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