Hilltop Park Expansion

Hilltop Park Expansion

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Last updated June 10, 2026

This project improves Hilltop Park by adding new recreation space and permanent facilities. It focuses on access, safety, and capacity during high-use times.

Funding:

The project would be paid for using township savings, a state grant application, and a proposed $200,000 bond.

Details:

Phase One, planned for 2026, would add two new sports courts, a new accessible playground, and 40 more parking spaces. Phase Two, planned for 2027, would add a covered pavilion, better trail lighting, and permanent restrooms.

Hilltop Park Expansion

Responsible Dept

Collier Township Parks Department

Duration

Jan 2026 - Feb 2027

Budget

$1.2 million

Project Timeline

Proposal Submitted

January 2026

Initial Staff Review

February 2026

Public Comment Period

Spring 2026

Board Review & Decision

Summer 2026

Implementation — Phase 1

Fall 2026

Implementation — Phase 2

2027

Proposal Submitted

January 2026

The Hilltop Park Expansion proposal was formally submitted to the Collier Township Parks Department for review and consideration.

Initial Staff Review

February 2026

Township staff reviewed the proposal for completeness, engineering feasibility, and budget accuracy.

  • Engineering site assessment completed
  • Budget estimates independently verified
  • Preliminary environmental review initiated

Public Comment Period

Current

Spring 2026

Residents are invited to review and comment on the proposal. All feedback is documented and considered in the final decision.

  • Community meeting held March 15, 2026
  • Online comment portal open through April 30, 2026
  • Written comments: 12 received to date

Board Review & Decision

Summer 2026

The Board of Commissioners will review all public feedback and staff recommendations before casting a final vote.

Details will be added as this stage approaches.

Implementation — Phase 1

Fall 2026

Phase 1 construction: two new sports courts, an accessible playground, and 40 additional parking spaces.

Details will be added as this stage approaches.

Implementation — Phase 2

2027

Phase 2: covered pavilion, trail lighting upgrades, and a permanent restroom facility.

Details will be added as this stage approaches.

Alongside poll results, community discussion comments, and in-person statements at public meetings, the township will weigh comments into decision-making. Any replies you receive will be visible under your comment, in your notifications, and in your profile.

Posting as Christy Yu (@Christy) — the township sees your name and username on private messages.

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Your Past Feedback

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Christy Yu1:33pm 27 Jan 2025
This is exciting and long overdue for our community! I've lived here for 10 years and we've needed more courts and better facilities.
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Christy Yu4:20pm 20 Jan 2025
This is actually pretty cool, I think this is a great addition to the park and the community.
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Christy Yu2:20pm 19 Jan 2025
I'm not certain about this policy, this will increase my tax and the decisions don't affect me or my neighbors.
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Christy Yu5:10pm 19 Jan 2025
We should change the terms to be more flexible
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Christy Yu5:00pm 3 Jan 2025
I like that it's inclusive but is there a way to make it less expensive?