Designs shown for Lake Weatherford Beach; staff cites nearly 800-foot retaining wall as largest cost

Parks staff showed renderings and described the Lake Weatherford Beach redevelopment, saying the design includes two large pavilions, a restaurant facility, expanded parking, sand-volleyball courts and other beach amenities.

The presenter said the most expensive single element is a retaining wall "that goes 800 feet almost," and estimated construction would begin around September when the park is temporarily closed to allow the work to start. Staff also described plans to add more parking by demolishing structures on the site.

Board members asked clarifying questions about marina location and park elements; staff identified the marina on the right-hand side of the plans and said the marina and beach amenities will be integrated into the park design. No final contract award or construction bid was approved at the meeting.