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Thomas said the upstairs will be dedicated to a youth center with after‑school programming for grades 6–12 and that the first floor will include a two‑level café and three small business suites for lease. She said the plan includes a commercial kitchen to support an after‑school feeding program and a potential dual‑credit course in partnership with Southwestern Christian College and Terrell ISD.

Why it matters: The conversion aims to add youth programming, revenue from leased commercial suites and an on‑site feeding program; Thomas said the facility will offer after‑school tuition options and will pursue partnerships with local colleges and the school district.

Costs and schedule: Thomas said earlier preliminary budgets ranged from roughly $250,000 to $350,000 on the high end, and she also reported that NextWay Concepts estimated a construction schedule of about three months once permits are in hand. Staff and the board discussed the need for permit filing and coordination; Thomas said she had emailed finalized plans to staff and will submit formal permit applications.

Ending: Board members thanked Thomas for the update and encouraged coordination with staff on permitting and any requests for assistance or future grant applications.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Park and Downtown Improvement Corporation - Jun 13 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Devonna Thomas told the board she has final renovation plans and a contractor for the BMT Center and will submit permits to convert the building into a youth center and café.","taxTitle","Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas","taxId",58110,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6199737,"Board reviews Ben Gill Park irrigation bids; decision deferred to budget workshop",714,5146000,5860000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8&start=5146&end=5860","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8/thumbnail_5146000.jpg","/articles/6199737/Terrell/Kaufman-County/Texas/Board-reviews-Ben-Gill-Park-irrigation-bids-decision-deferred-to-budget-workshop","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6199737-0f61ac2b537c3e8dc89dce0e7c2003d6/orig.mp4?Expires=1770665361&Signature=Cz9RcpJlFeQvLFfj5yNonhqj0WqjYNGm7IsfGlYQX8C-0wLVw5uTHTwqllC4O1WelL8TSagmnBaRg6g-8EW-17pVeMrPjfUruHOXyndxgsRdHpxuSTAvdlgRLc4qyQMXHdxT72ptMMkPWEY3LL039uF-HSwHICdWByfrRdr2KhY4ArDgavv5Yc1mNOB9SsF9JK1RlBUVzq4PXxBlIBC3diTkPNB6U46xBbfbI~bl-tyxRm2Bj0uV~ZSsrZDJOuWaY1jZnXTvURYk7DS50057ev-oF-H4IHkHcpQEx2JJvC1gsZ8dV0RHqq6F43dpKSsWRlZIAyRKAHGZoq0gQp7ftg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Park and Downtown Improvement Corporation received bid results Thursday for a phased smart‑irrigation project at Ben Gill Park and agreed to defer a final recommendation until a budget workshop next month.

Staff said the bid opening produced three responsive bids and a plan that phases work so the city can build two full‑size soccer fields as the base project and add practice fields or softball field irrigation as alternates. The base work would irrigate the two fields closest to the Excel center; alternates would address additional fields and the softball complex.

Why it matters: Staff told the board the system is designed to be expandable — the base installation will allow future hookups — and officials said youth sports participation is growing locally. Board members discussed allocating available park‑capital funds and recommended an aggressive approach on the base scope while considering at least one softball field as budget allows.

Next steps: Board members agreed to workshop the irrigation project and other park priorities at a July meeting so staff can present a budget workbook and cost breakdowns. Staff noted bids are time‑limited and said it would seek contract extensions if needed while the board finalizes funding decisions.

Ending: The board committed to make a decision in the next meeting to preserve bid pricing and to return with a recommended phased purchase plan and financing schedule.","The board reviewed bids for a smart‑irrigation system at Ben Gill Park that would be built in phases, starting with two full‑size soccer fields, and deferred a funding decision to a July budget workshop.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6199741,"Paddock Board approves $73,279 in downtown grants and a 12‑month lease incentive for Terrell Social",1544,266000,1810000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8&start=266&end=1810","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8/thumbnail_266000.jpg","/articles/6199741/Terrell/Kaufman-County/Texas/Paddock-Board-approves-73279-in-downtown-grants-and-a-12month-lease-incentive-for-Terrell-Social","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6199741-983aeec98dcdb1f8b1d719f6f29c3e3b/orig.mp4?Expires=1770665361&Signature=jiZ9KPvTyEhJD7VQRfR8wQ~CzYcc6PLhJ-uR7i4mpY-Tt3H0AgPNYQxTfESwF5brJGbBeKyYS3wea622x3q6hA-V2xMDDLuXd8TEO8yjYZJmLBASt1URAAbKQ0b23lHsoo2EAwA4b8dk65jVDhRhvc69sZPOqDI2qRAL-kDHH2nTVFvNrvvWfWZZMMIP-MZBpc~mGr9FBhTgtgn7I90eOqWKmvXL-F~VS8XQb4BIrf5dV737NzryMlGLg6k2FXStoAsd9JOKJGWAFI2CfP26pzL2cQdAj2v2qU5ZXUCXFYLhEc53JyxWeY3azQ~gWQDtS1vkYzb094QW6~v7-R5nAg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Park and Downtown Improvement Corporation voted Thursday to approve three financial awards connected to 313 Westmore — the building that will house a new venue called Terrell Social — and to reimburse property work at 115 North Francis.

Board members approved a $13,039.56 reimbursement to property owner Hector Torres for roof, HVAC and gas-line repairs; a $50,000 matching grant toward a larger $228,400 renovation budget for 313 Westmore; and a 12‑month lease incentive of $10,240 to tenant Jonathan (Terrell Social). The board also approved a separate $5,775 reimbursement for exterior door, awning and paint work at 115 North Francis (the RE/MAX building), which staff said will be maintained as office space.

The approvals were made by voice vote during the meeting after staff presentations and public remarks from Torres and Jonathan, who described plans for an indoor bar, a back patio with a stage and food‑truck space, and a year‑one opening target of Aug. 1. \"We're excited to present our vision for Terrell Social,\" Jonathan told the board, describing tentative plans for music nights, a patio stage and rotating food trucks.

Why it matters: The awards combine direct building reimbursements and an incentive to help a locally owned business open downtown, and board members said the decisions support a larger downtown revitalization strategy. Staff told the board the $50,000 construction grant recommendation is intended to cover a portion of planned work while the lease incentive and rent reimbursement are meant to help the tenant reach opening and pay early rent.

What board members asked: Members pressed for budget and timing details. Board member questions included whether reimbursements would be paid this fiscal year and whether the tenant and owner were both applying for grants for the same building (staff and the applicants confirmed they were). Staff said construction reimbursements are paid on certificate of occupancy and that the 12‑month lease reimbursement could be rolled into next year if needed.

Other details: Staff recommended a $13,039.56 reimbursement for Torres for work already completed after a storm, and the board approved that staff recommendation. The board also approved a $50,000 matching grant (staff noted the payment would be on CO) and the $10,240 lease incentive; all motions passed by voice vote.

The board president closed the discussion by encouraging the applicants, and multiple members expressed optimism about the project and about activating the vacant lot adjacent to the property for future events.

Ending: The venue organizers announced a downtown event this Saturday at 5 p.m. at Francis and Moore; board members said they will continue to monitor downtown applications and reminded members that grant payments tied to construction would follow required inspections and certificate‑of‑occupancy procedures.","The Park and Downtown Improvement Corporation voted Thursday to approve three awards tied to 313 Westmore — the future Terrell Social venue — and a separate reimbursement for 115 North Francis.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6199723,"Private investors detail $2.5M+ downtown renovations; board discusses Complete Streets and Catherine Street plaza idea",2284,3726000,6010000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8&start=3726&end=6010","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8/thumbnail_3726000.jpg","/articles/6199723/Terrell/Kaufman-County/Texas/Private-investors-detail-25M-downtown-renovations-board-discusses-Complete-Streets-and-Catherine-Street-plaza-idea","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6199723-8d11ec187ab02448cb08fd036f3401a4/orig.mp4?Expires=1770665361&Signature=B3iobcT7Pm9nTw22qG1KFFjfua0myS5bcqydodjrkPoqzKhyYPo~ODelTqpixRq6NeGmR2GRy7IO21hKHTJ1HyJNdgQGxm3yeufwPA7Clyk6hlgJ-6yaAlxGwuNThiiOE-QtUMCFyTNjR3Uh-PZPIzqB82aZ-UqymscFlOXqXn~72QU6kEstSwVqiYqbzbJcq9Fl2FRcH11WbKBTD4M-pLHOO-s2wAP2pRtMIL9kuDhamQVmctx07CaYNnjFzwaKb5YBKvr8lltTzX0pBGFWAIXrVKsDmhH5uZ-VfiPzZXiCMvF45NtHK15Vsq1~cED1U2om43F9FGHSA9hfG0Vb7w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Private downtown investors Daryl and Cynthia Pina gave the board a summary Thursday of their multi‑building renovations across downtown, saying they have invested more than $2 million across several properties and have ongoing tenant work including Panaderia Abuelitos and Lula Mae.

The Pinas described work at the Lyric, Home Depot Place, Hummingbird, Anderson Building and other properties, and said they have invested in structural remediation, new roofs, HVAC, murals and tenant fit‑outs. They also said some projects require long timelines and noted that permitting delays and tenant losses have at times slowed reuse of spaces.

Separately staff presented an update on the city’s Complete Streets corridor planning for US‑80 and Virginia (the downtown core zone), which shows a typical downtown cross‑section with parallel parking, wider sidewalks and two travel lanes in each direction. Staff said the plan was coordinated with TxDOT and noted the city should avoid large capital investments that TxDOT would later replace; staff recommended preservation of the plan and seeking a TxDOT program slot rather than spending large city sums now.

Staff also presented a proposal to close Catherine Street to through traffic and create a raised tabletop crossing between the north and south parts of Catherine — a pedestrian‑oriented plaza that would slow traffic and create a flexible event space. The concept would require TxDOT coordination for roadway and drainage changes; board members said the plaza could create a signature downtown civic space and requested additional analysis on parking and staging of South Alley improvements to provide alternate parking.

Why it matters: The Pinas’ investments and the Complete Streets/Catherine proposals are linked to downtown activation: private property rehabilitation, strategic public‑realm improvements and event space design all affect foot traffic, parking patterns and the feasibility of street‑level tenants.

Next steps: Staff will prepare budget workbook items for pedestrian lighting on US‑80, Catherine tabletop design options and South Alley reuse/parking improvements and will seek to coordinate sequencing with quiet‑zone grant and TxDOT schedules.","Private investors detailed more than $2 million in downtown renovations; staff updated the board on Complete Streets plans and proposed a raised‑table Catherine Street plaza to create flexible event space.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6199733,"Board narrows park priorities for FY26; debates permanent restrooms at Arley White",372,2306000,2678000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8&start=2306&end=2678","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3824253-8cdab1ed0a64cf80da7ce32c6ede50e8/thumbnail_2306000.jpg","/articles/6199733/Terrell/Kaufman-County/Texas/Board-narrows-park-priorities-for-FY26-debates-permanent-restrooms-at-Arley-White","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6199733-c4c2de23249e6139a72730856b4426ad/orig.mp4?Expires=1770665361&Signature=XjIGsA3BJpnCQS59RTncp~I4-dm-OcsR8dNOEQyUKzUE-XaZnCmYdx1iurYlxYgGgP2o10XvzfBWvGFyc831Mog19YzzzMYFlP4qyzcJ9Twe8ESg-C-IxXQAMA7Inrt285ZbqKebHwu2IhmzU1peJfhspxwwYaps9kGxqAb8YK2q2Ss3-PfrhYv7sRQxAqOioJdWvoCupAXZSJTQCaFDxORCCO1urq8QzV-jhawJhJnZ2XKFCe7p854KirHgdbNUD3is5faFyq7Sv30ebAwkMcYI6NDhG1U-Nnz~gOW3lxGUISI4VaaXz0NlEnKda2SXHZD8i9n06ue7EMwKmEDW~g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Park and Downtown Improvement Corporation discussed FY26 park priorities Thursday, focusing on Arley White, Stallings and Breezy Hill parks and requesting more detailed cost estimates and phased options.

At Arley White Park, board members debated whether to install a modular restroom (staff said consultants recommended modular as lowest‑cost) or pay more for a site‑built permanent restroom. Board members pressed for a firm cost comparison and asked staff to solicit scope and cost options from Core Construction and the city architect for 1‑stall and multi‑stall permanent restrooms as well as modular units.

At Stallings Park the board reviewed drainage issues that cause flooding at the existing court; members said resurfacing alone would not be enough and asked staff to include site drainage and court relocation or elevation in cost estimates. For Breezy Hill Park staff proposed using city‑owned land to expand passive open space and explore a splash pad site.

Staff also presented recreation upgrades including modular tile courts (used for pickleball), replacement or new scoreboards for baseball and soccer fields and picnic/amenity work. Board members asked for itemized breakdowns that separate paving, drainage, fencing, lighting and installation to better phase projects.

Why it matters: Board members said improved park amenities address equity of access and neighborhood use; several recalled neighborhood users who must walk blocks to restrooms and supported lower‑cost options if they provide reliable public facilities.

Next steps: Staff will obtain more detailed estimates for modular versus built‑on‑site restrooms, a line‑item accounting for modular tile courts and scoreboard costs, and will bring a budget workbook for FY26 to a July workshop.

Ending: The board agreed to target smaller ticket items (trash receptacles, benches, fencing) for immediate FY26 funding while continuing to develop options for larger ticket items such as permanent restrooms and tile courts.","Staff reviewed the park master plan with improvement ideas and probable costs for Arley White, Stallings and Breezy Hill parks. Members debated permanent vs. modular restrooms and asked staff to pursue risk‑reducing procurement steps and more detailed cost breakdowns for tile courts, restrooms and scoreboards.","actionData","errors"]

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BMT Center plans finalized; owner seeks permits, builder NextWay Concepts to start renovation

Board reviews Ben Gill Park irrigation bids; decision deferred to budget workshop

Paddock Board approves $73,279 in downtown grants and a 12‑month lease incentive for Terrell Social

Private investors detail $2.5M+ downtown renovations; board discusses Complete Streets and Catherine Street plaza idea

Board narrows park priorities for FY26; debates permanent restrooms at Arley White