PHOTO #1: City Manager Jesús A. Garza visits with residents during a come-and-go meeting on the proposed Community Center project April 14 at the Victoria Community Center.
PHOTO #2: Mayor Duane Crocker visits with residents during a come-and-go meeting on the proposed Community Center project April 14 at the Victoria Community Center.
Residents were able to learn more about the proposed Community Center renovations and upcoming venue tax election during an informational meeting April 14 at the Victoria Community Center.
Residents were able to view informational displays featuring conceptual renderings and other information about the project, including a breakdown of funding sources and a project timeline.
Residents were also able to ask questions and discuss the project with representatives from the City Manager’s Office, Parks & Recreation, Economic Development, Discover Victoria Texas and Communications & Public Affairs.
Staff also conducted a guided tour during the event, explaining the proposed changes and highlighting existing features that would be updated if the project moves forward.
About the project
PHOTO #3: Residents were able to view informational displays featuring conceptual renderings and other information about the proposed Community Center project April 14 at the Victoria Community Center.
PHOTO #4: Parks & Recreation Assistant Director Steven Gallagher explains some of the features of the proposed new arena during a guided tour of the Victoria Community Center on April 14.
The City of Victoria is proposing a renovation project for the Community Center that will include a new covered event arena, conversion of the existing arena into an expo hall, renovation of the dome and other changes that would improve the venue’s capacity to host different types of events.
The Victoria City Council is asking voters to consider implementing a 5 percent vehicle rental tax and a 2 percent hotel occupancy tax to help fund the renovations.
To learn more about the project, visit www.victoriatx.gov/communitycenter.
How to vote
Election day is May 3. Early voting will take place April 22-29. Only City residents may vote on this proposition.
For information about how to vote in Victoria, visit www.vctxelections.org.
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