School District proposes major upgrades to practice field facilities and press box

The Planning and Zoning Meeting held on April 3, 2025, in Trophy Club, Texas, focused on several key developments, particularly concerning the proposed upgrades to the local high school facilities. The meeting began with a presentation detailing the design and layout of a new grand entry for the school, which aims to enhance the visitor experience at sporting events.

The proposed design includes a home side and a visitor side for seating, along with concessions and restroom facilities. The presentation highlighted the view from the current practice field, showcasing the planned press box, which will be integrated under the roofline rather than sitting atop the structure. This design choice aims to provide unobstructed views of the practice fields and the main school building.

Further discussions addressed the parking arrangements associated with the new facilities. Currently, there are 1,682 parking spaces available, with a proposal to reduce this number to 1,613, while also adding 100 spaces specifically for golf carts. The total parking capacity, including additional spaces across the street at Medlin, would meet the required total of 1,875 spaces.

The meeting also included a review of various exhibits that will be incorporated into the ordinance presented to the council. These exhibits cover a range of topics, including signage, mechanical units on the roof, landscape plans, and photometric studies. The planning team emphasized that they have been working on these plans for over a year and have provided ample time for review prior to the meeting.

Overall, the discussions reflected a commitment to enhancing the school facilities while ensuring compliance with planning and zoning regulations. The next steps will involve presenting the finalized plans to the council for approval, as the community looks forward to the improvements that will benefit both students and local residents.