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Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center
INTERIOR RENDERINGS: OCTOBER 2020
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Welcome desk and indoor playground
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Hallway to community room and gymnasium
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Child watch area
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Indoor walk/jog track
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Second floor track and fitness areas
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Weight and cardio fitness machines
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Main entry and public gathering area
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Large meeting space for classes and gatherings
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Smaller gathering space for rentals, meetings or parties
Fut
ure amenities
Allen citizens helped prioritize key features of the recreation center through public meetings, workshops and online surveys. Current facility plans include:
- Two gymnasiums featuring 3 courts for recreation and up to 8 courts for competitive play (multiple sports and activities)
- Indoor play spaces to engage younger users
- An indoor walk/jog track with both flat and inclined/stair options
- Cafe
- Group fitness areas for aerobics, dance and spin classes
- Weights and cardio areas for independent fitness
- Child watch area
- Catering kitchen
- Outdoor fitness deck
Project timeline
October 14, 2020 - Interior renderings revealed and pricing possibilities discussed at City Council workshop
December 10, 2019 - Facility officially named "Stephen G. Terrell Park and Recreation Center" after longtime Allen Mayor Stephen Terrell
November 12, 2019 - Allen City Council approves a 72-page feasibility study outlining conceptual designs, suggested amenities and estimated project cost
October 3, 2019 - Staff and architectural team provide updates to the facility’s proposed features and programming opportunities at a community update meeting. View the presentation.
May 13, 2019 - Second public input meeting solicits input from Allen residents. View the presentation.
April 4, 2019 - First public input meeting solicits input from Allen residents. View the presentation.
November 27, 2018 - Allen City Council approves the preparation of a 12-month feasibility study to provide architectural vision and market analysis
May 7, 2016 - Allen voters approve $27 million in bond funding for Parks and Recreation capital projects, including $16 million proposed for a future park and recreation center