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  • New Park Name Community Survey

    The City of Boerne is seeking public input on the new park being built on the north side of town, currently referred to as Northside Community Park.
  • Select which Boerne City Council District or area around Boerne you reside in.*

  • Use the map below for reference or the interactive City Council district map.

    Map shows Boerne City Council district outlines and surrounding areas

  • Which elements do you feel are most important to naming this park? Select up to 3.*
  • Do you have a suggested name for the park?*
  • Which category does your suggested name fall under?*

  • Cultural and Community Identity

    These names:

    • Celebrate Boerne’s cultural identity and character.
    • Reflect a welcoming and family-oriented community space.

    This could combine the areas agricultural heritage with the park’s role as a community gathering space. Names typically are broader and more regional in application.

  • Geological and Ecological Features

    These names may also reflect natural characteristics of the site or surrounding landscape, including:

    • Native trees, natural vegetation, and water features such as creeks.
    • Hill Country terrain and landforms.
    • Ecological elements historically associated with the area.

    Names are more singularly focused on a specific feature or element. For example: An area of the park retains 6.5 acres with native Live Oak Mott trees that were preserved within the project.

  • Historic Connections

    These names may reflect significant historic ties to the property or surrounding area, including:

    • Historic uses of the property.
    • Remaining historic features or structures.
    • Historically significant nearby landmarks or community connections.

    This could include families with strong ties to the area such as the Adlers and Presslers, or the existing historic features/structures like the Ice House on the property. Learn more about the property history.

  • Community Contributions

    These names honor:

    • Individuals or families with significant community impact and monetary donations.
    • Sustained service or advancement of recreational opportunities.
    • Individuals or families with longstanding ties to the land.

    One such individual is Linda Cornelius, the the City's first Parks and Recreation director, who led the efforts to purchase the property. Learn more about Linda.

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