Phase II Fundraising Underway
The goal of the Mason Park "Plaza Viva" renovation is to revitalize the western-most parcel of
Mason Park which was significantly underutilized due to lack
of amenities. The amenities requested were passive in nature, including the creation of a neighborhood gathering area for community socials and a place
for the elderly and young to
leisurely enjoy the outdoors. The Project includes construction
of a 25’ diameter gazebo, plaza, walkways, two fountains, lighting, and site landscaping.
When completed, the project will be named, “Plaza Viva” – meaning “alive
and full of life” in
Spanish – and will signal the rebirth and new life of
this area of the park.
Status
The Houston Parks Board has completed Phase
I of the Mason Park renovation project in conjunction with the City of Houston Parks and Recreation Department.
Phase I included
installation of the 25-foot diameter gazebo, plaza and walkways.
The gazebo and sidewalks
will serve as an attractive and safe area for families to gather
and for the elderly to walk with
their pets or grandchildren. Additionally, the gazebo will
provide a picturesque wedding portrait
site, a place for parties and receptions, corporate gatherings,
and a meeting place for artists
to play their instruments.
Fundraising is now underway for Phase
II improvements which will polish off the project with
site landscaping, Colonial-Mexican style fountains, lighting,
site furniture and trail expansion.
The pavilion remains available for naming for a gift of $250,000.
The fountains will create a
sense of tranquility and lend to the Spanish Colonial theme
for the project, and are available
for sponsorship (with plaque) for a gift of $25,000.
Collaborative Partners/Major Funders
The Mason Park Project was initiated by the
Mason Park Advisory Council and the East Lawndale Civic Association,
who saw the need for a place such as this and came to the Houston
Parks Board to make the dream come true. Major Contributors include Houston Endowment, City of Houston, Council Member
Carol Alvarado’s birthday
party fundraiser, and Oak Farms Dairy. |
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