20 - Year Growth Plan - City of Kendleton

Section 9.0 Parks and RecreationThe play equipment at King-Kennedy Memorial Park includes various climbing structureswhich were recently installed and are in excellent condition as well as several swingsets. This western are of the park seems well-used, as does the far eastern area whichcurrently is home to possibly a dozen hitch-style travel trailers. The camp sites are beingused primarily by employees working on the Eagle Ford Pipeline. Some dirt roaddegradation has occurred at the entry/exit which connects to Loop 541.Figure 9-2: Park entry near Hilltop RoadFigure 9-3: Play equipmentIn general, the King-Kennedy Memorial Park is in need of some care and attention sothat it can be a source of great pride for the community. A consistent maintenanceprogram is needed as well some facility rehab. Grant funding for park maintenance isdifficult to come by at this time, where as construction grants are somewhat moreavailable. The City is exploring additional RV facilities within the park to generaterevenue for the city which may include park restoration and maintenance funds.9.2 Bates M. Allen ParkOwned and operated by Fort Bend County, Bates M. Allen Park is a vast site with anarray of attractions. Near the park’s entry is the Fort Bend County Heritage UnlimitedMuseum. The museum has an excellent collection of photos, histories and objectscataloguing the lives of African Americans from the Kendleton area. The museumincludes a church interior recreation and host a variety of activities throughout the year.A second building has been moved to the site and is in the process of being refurbishedin order to hold meetings and larger events.Figure 9-4: Park entryFigure 9-5: FBC Heritage Unlimited Museum54 City of Kendleton