Community Amenities
Why This Is Important

To enhance the quality of life available to our residents, it is vital that we focus on cultivating opportunities to recreate and make memories in Baytown. This comes with the added benefit of enhancing our reputation with visitors. It will also foster the special sense of community that has developed in our city over many years. Creating attractions that allow our citizens to enjoy the city they live in and that encourage others to visit Baytown will provide a solid foundation for economic growth and enhance the image of our city.
Status Indicators - Outcome Measures
 On Target: Performance Exceeds Benchmark
 Caution: Performance Within 5% of Benchmark OR Showing Improvement From Base Year (2016)
 Off Target: Performance Declining OR Static From Base Year (2016)
Status Indicators - Initiatives & Strategies
    Completed: Strategy has been fully implemented
    In Progress: Implementation of this strategy has begun but is not complete to-date
    Not Started: Work on this strategy has not started
Outcome Measures
Strategies
Initiatives Strategies
In Progress
Implement strategies that further the revitalization of the Downtown Arts District. (YR 3)
In Progress
Conduct roundtable discussions with Downtown Arts District building owners to encourage investment and new business growth.
In Progress
Continue the redevelopment of the Downtown Arts District east of Town Square.
Completed
Assess the feasibility of relocating the train to the Downtown Arts District.
Completed
Assess the feasibility of locating the restaurant incubator in the Downtown Arts District.
In Progress
Identify potential code amendments that would facilitate redevelopment of buildings in the Downtown Arts District.
Completed
Conduct discussions with the Baytown Historical Museum Board regarding the creation of a Baytown Sports Hall of Fame.
In Progress
Continue to pursue redevelopment in targeted areas throughout the community. (YR 3)
In Progress
Continue implementing strategies from the Market Street District plan.
Completed
Test the feasibility of dredging Goose Creek and/or Goose Lake.
In Progress
Continue to pursue retail and restaurant options for placement on N. Alexander.
In Progress
Continue to recruit businesses to fill vacant/abandoned buildings.
In Progress
Enhance the use and enjoyment of City parks. (YR4)
In Progress
Evaluate the presence and adequacy of shade structures in City Parks. Add new shade structures.
In Progress
Plan for and/or initiate upgrades and expansions at Britton and Newcastle Parks, as well as plan for improvements at Calypso Cove.
Not Started
Investigate and as feasible install park components for seniors.
Not Started
Continue dialogue with County specific to participation in the development of Russell Park.
In Progress
Begin reserving funds for the future acquisition of park space, i.e. – adjacent to Roseland Park, Bicentennial Park, and other opportunities.
In Progress
Introduce Library story time program in select City parks.
In Progress
Elevate park safety and deter vandalism. (YR 4)
Not Started
Pilot a program of volunteer hosts at larger parks.
In Progress
Pilot surveillance technology and other tools to enhance safety and security of parks.
In Progress
Increase police presence on trails and in parks (YR4)
In Progress
Continue investment in development of the Downtown arts District. (YR 4)
In Progress
Finish development of the Citizens Bank building.
Not Started
Begin development of the 100 block with emphasis on Phase I.
Completed
Execute storm mitigation projects in the Downtown Arts District.
Accomplishments
Initiatives Strategies
Completed
Continue to implement the development plan of the Downtown Arts District. (YR 1)
Completed
Execute a plan to bring Brunson and Citizens Bank buildings to resolution.
Completed
Revisit and implement policies and practices associated with facilitating investment in the Downtown Arts District (YR 1).
Completed
Design and implement the next phase of infrastructural improvements to the Downtown Arts District (YR 1).
Completed
Identify and pursue opportunities to bring new amenities.
Completed
Probe and possibly act upon continued political and citizen interest in the development of a municipal golf course.
Completed
Pursue master plan of Bayland Island build-out.
Completed
Continue development of hotel/conference center project.
Completed
Continue to work with developers to bring a multi-activity amenity to the Mall redevelopment area.
Completed
Create amenities that keep citizens here and draw visitors. (YR 2)
Completed
Begin implementing strategies from the Market Street District Plan specific to promoting development on Goose Creek waterfront.
Completed
Develop a long range plan to build a community recreation center.
Completed
Prioritize recruitment of businesses that cater to youth.
Completed
Develop and implement a plan to market and encourage business development/redevelopment in the Market Street area as well as along Bayway and Alexander.
Completed
Recruit and promote development and redevelopment on Market Street, Bayway, and Alexander during economic development conferences.
Completed
Revisit and develop recommendations associated with possible zoning modifications along Bayway.
Completed
Specifically probe small grocery interests on Market and Bayway.
Completed
Enhance and continue the development of park space and amenities. (YR 2)
Completed
Cooperate with Chambers County and TxDOT to begin the development of Victoria Walker Park (SH 146 and Cedar Bayou).
Completed
Start the process to rehabilitate the stage and create more healthy outdoor activities at Bicentennial Park.
Completed
Implement additional lighting at Hutto Parkway and Jenkins Dog Park.
Completed
Begin the implementation of the Russell Park Master Plan.
Completed
Enhance park safety.
Completed
Continue to increase the amount and variety of community events in Baytown. (YR 3)
Completed
Provide more movie nights at Town Square.
Completed
Facilitate a change of policies around alcohol sales/consumption to allow for more unique events to come to Baytown.
Completed
Proactively seek out existing events in the area and encourage them to come to Baytown.
Completed
Create Market Street Plan. (YR 1)
Completed
Define Market Street District.
Completed
Create an implementable plan to bring a refined, attractive, and distinct appearance to the Market Street district (YR 1).
Completed
Plan for and begin the assemblage of property along Market and Decker (YR 1).
Completed
Encourage public enjoyment of waterfront properties/areas.
Completed
Develop concepts and plans associated with the long-term planning of waterfront properties at Evergreen Bluff, Decker, and Market.
Completed
Test the fiscal and physical feasibility of dredging Bayland Island and Evergreen Bluff.