Hermann Park Conservancy
Programs
Program 1 [2018]
Park Programs and Maintenance The Conservancys maintenance program assists the Houston Parks and Recreation Department with the ongoing upkeep of Hermann Park. Responsibilities include maintaining and cleaning the Parks grounds, water features, and hardscapes, planting and watering trees, and weeding. The Conservancy solely manages the maintenance program for the 15-acre McGovern Centennial Gardens. Conservancy maintenance workers keep the Gardens in top condition, ensuring that the Gardens are well tended throughout each season. The Cherie Flores Garden Pavilion and Celebration Gardenrental venues at McGovern Centennial Gardensare available to host private events in an elegant urban garden setting. The volunteer program supports the McGovern Centennial Gardens staff as well as lending a hand throughout the Park. Volunteers are involved with Park maintenance and horticulture and reforestation efforts, as well as serving to create a connection between the Park and the community.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJul 1, 2017 – Jun 30, 2018Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$1.6MProgram 2 [2018]
Visitor ServicesThe Visitor Services department was developed in 2008 when Hermann Park Conservancy was awarded, by the City of Houston, the contract to manage the Hermann Park Railroad. Visitor Services oversees and operates the train, pedal boats, and Pinewood Cafe, as well as coordinates activities with the Conservancy Gift Shop and food vendors throughout the Park. The department hosts special programs at Lake Plaza, including a yearly birthday party for George Hermann, the Parks namesake, the holiday train, a festive holiday party with arts and crafts and other activities, holiday brunches at Pinewood Caf, and student performances. Approximately 40 staff members are responsible for creating an exciting and memorable experience for Park visitors and keeping Lake Plaza operating efficiently and safely. The maintenance team is responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of Lake Plaza.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJul 1, 2017 – Jun 30, 2018Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$1.1MProgram 3 [2018]
Planning, Design and Construction The Conservancy identified underdeveloped areas of the Park that could be transformed into more visitor-friendly landscapes. Over several years, working with the prominent landscape architecture firm, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (MVVA), the Conservancy studied the Park's needs and finalized an updated master plan to guide park improvements for the next 20 years. The Conservancy is moving forward with MVVA's plans and starting design and fundraising for the Commons at Hermann Park, a multi-use, 24acre, area located between Cambridge, Fannin, the Zoo edge and McGovern lake. The development includes a large play garden, shaded outdoor seating areas, food service, and un-programmed lawn space. Curtis & Windham Architects, in collaboration with MVVA, moved forward with the next phase of restoration of Hermann Park's Lott Hall. Lott Hall was built in 1933 and served as the Clubhouse for Hermann Parks golf course until 1996. The Conservancy is working to include Lott Hall in the National Register of Historic Places. During FY 2018, the Conservancy installed 110 trash cans throughout the park, made possible by a generous donation by Phillips 66, as well as a new greenhouse in the Centennial Gardens, donated in memory of Suzanne Kibler Morris.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJul 1, 2017 – Jun 30, 2018Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$823.8K
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