Park Bond Improvements (C.J. Kelly and Windlands Parks)
Midland
Summary
Permian Resources and Cascade Services partnered with the city to donate engineering, labor, and materials to install a clay liner in the dry Wadley-Barron Park detention pond. This public-private partnership provides a permanent solution to the persistent water retention and drought issues at the iconic Midland park.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 2
Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Significant savings for the city by avoiding high municipal repair and water-refilling costs through private corporate donation.
Midland residents, families, and wildlife relying on the park's aesthetic and recreational value.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (15)
Private funding deal reached to restore Wadley-Barron Park Duck Pond
Trash in the water at Wadley-Barron ParkLuke Dias/Midland Reporter-TelegramThe city of Midland and Permian Resources have reached an agreement to create significant lasting improvements to the Wadley-Barro...
The city of Midland converts Cumberland Drive to one-way near Windlands Park
The city of Midland converts Cumberland Drive to one-way near Windlands Park CBS7
Two Midland industrial lots could become one park
Two Midland industrial lots could become one park Beaumont Enterprise
Midland moves ahead with $8 million sports field expansion
Midland TLCA head coach James Wiley (left) goes over the play sheet with assistant coach Rex Uranga, Aug. 6, 2025, at the Scharbauer Sports Complex auxiliary field. Christopher Hadorn/Reporter-Telegram...
City Council - Jul 21, 2026
The city is planning major upgrades to the sports complex, including new turf fields and lighting. This is a big investment in our local recreation facilities.
Midland moves forward with Scharbauer Sports Complex upgrades
Midland moves forward with Scharbauer Sports Complex upgrades CBS7
Massive cleanup effort planned for Moss Creek Lake
A massive cleanup effort at Big Spring's Moss Creek Lake is planned for July 18.Courtesy Stelter InitiativeA major cleanup effort is planned for Big Spring’s Moss Creek Lake, and Permian Basin residents are...
Washington Aquatic Center is back open for swimmers
After more than two weeks of maintenance issues that forced its closure, Washington Aquatic Center is reopening.The pool closed after a motor at the center blew June 25, forcing repairs. The closure caused...
Why goats are becoming a common sight in Texas parks and green spaces
Goats eat overgrown vegetation at the Brackenridge Park Conservancy in San Antonio, Texas, on June 22, 2023.SUZANNE CORDEIRO/AFP via Getty ImagesWhen hundreds of goats recently crossed a footbridge in Irving...
City of Midland celebrates new park renovations with ribbon-cutting and groundbreaking
City of Midland celebrates new park renovations with ribbon-cutting and groundbreaking CBS7
Midland's Beal Park to receive huge makeover with additional funds added to renovation project
Midland's Beal Park to receive huge makeover with additional funds added to renovation project newswest9.com
The Courses at Hogan Park receives greenlight on two projects
Map for the renovated version of The Courses at Hogan Park. Quail Course makes up the area to the top right of the building and parking lot.Luke DiasMidland City Council approved two projects for The Courses...
City of Midland gets approval for $10m renovation of Quail course at Hogan Park
City of Midland gets approval for $10m renovation of Quail course at Hogan Park Golf Course Architecture Magazine
City of Midland unveils long-awaited plans for Hogan Park Golf Course
City of Midland unveils long-awaited plans for Hogan Park Golf Course Yourbasin
City of Midland breaks ground on soccer complex at Beal Park
City of Midland breaks ground on soccer complex at Beal Park newswest9.com
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