/tags/austin-parks-and-recreation-department Austin Parks and Recreation Department en-US Copyright KUT News 2025 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:42:42 GMT /austin/2024-06-12/austin-zilker-eagle-mini-train-park-reopens The opening of the train follows a long road of setbacks. A train last ran in Zilker Park back in 2019. Wed, 12 Jun 2024 16:42:42 GMT /austin/2024-06-12/austin-zilker-eagle-mini-train-park-reopens Katy McAfee /austin/2024-03-15/austins-legendary-treaty-oak-vandalized A spokesperson said the Austin Parks and Recreation Department is determining the extent of the damage to the historic tree. Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:52:33 GMT /austin/2024-03-15/austins-legendary-treaty-oak-vandalized Becky Fogel /austin/2023-11-22/car-burglaries-hiking-austin Car burglars at popular hiking spots, including Mount Bonnell, have prompted action from multiple city departments. Here's what they say to be aware of when you leave your car. Wed, 22 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT /austin/2023-11-22/car-burglaries-hiking-austin Talisa Treviño /austin/2023-04-07/austin-to-increase-patrols-near-rainey-street-trailhead-after-recent-drownings The drownings remain under investigation, but the Austin Police Department has stated there is no indication of foul play. Fri, 07 Apr 2023 20:34:06 GMT /austin/2023-04-07/austin-to-increase-patrols-near-rainey-street-trailhead-after-recent-drownings Corey Smith /austin/2022-09-14/elected-officials-take-up-question-of-how-austin-should-pay-for-parks-here-are-5-things-to-know Austin's most consistent source of money to buy land for parks is a parkland dedication fee, which is paid by developers. On Thursday, the City Council is considering raising these fees. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 23:16:07 GMT /austin/2022-09-14/elected-officials-take-up-question-of-how-austin-should-pay-for-parks-here-are-5-things-to-know Audrey McGlinchy /austin/2022-09-14/with-new-lakeside-access-austins-lady-bird-lake-trail-is-finally-fully-complete A new quarter-mile stretch of the hike and bike trail closes the last gap in the lakeside loop. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 21:07:06 GMT /austin/2022-09-14/with-new-lakeside-access-austins-lady-bird-lake-trail-is-finally-fully-complete Mose Buchele /energy-environment/2022-07-08/cooling-centers-open-this-weekend-as-heat-advisory-is-issued-across-central-texas Most City of Austin recreation centers will operate as cooling centers this weekend, and there are a number of public pools and splashpads open for those looking to escape the heat. Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:02:53 GMT /energy-environment/2022-07-08/cooling-centers-open-this-weekend-as-heat-advisory-is-issued-across-central-texas Lauren Terrazas /austin/2022-05-23/austins-lifeguard-shortage-sinks-plans-to-open-all-city-pools-by-early-june Though the Parks and Recreation Department has offered more pay and up to $1,250 in bonuses, the city has less than a third of the 750 lifeguards it needs to open all of its pools. Mon, 23 May 2022 15:45:03 GMT /austin/2022-05-23/austins-lifeguard-shortage-sinks-plans-to-open-all-city-pools-by-early-june Sangita Menon /austin/2021-05-07/reservations-required-for-a-dip-in-barton-springs-pool Visitors will need to register to get into Barton Springs Pool beginning May 21st. The registration system opens on May 10th. Fri, 07 May 2021 23:17:37 GMT /austin/2021-05-07/reservations-required-for-a-dip-in-barton-springs-pool Sangita Menon /austin/2020-11-20/austin-looks-to-expand-the-carver-museum-a-project-20-years-in-the-making “It’s a second home to a lot of people,� said Carre Adams, the museum’s lead curator. An expansion could triple the size of the museum, adding more galleries and performance spaces. Fri, 20 Nov 2020 17:28:35 GMT /austin/2020-11-20/austin-looks-to-expand-the-carver-museum-a-project-20-years-in-the-making Marisa Charpentier