Read the Latest Newsletter Published June 01, 2026 Check out the latest Waco Downtown Redevelopment Project Newsletter. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the future of our downtown. In this issue:• Downtown Waco's Next Chapter Begins at Barron's Branch• Loving Waco Means Growing Responsibly• Council Selects Developers for First Barron's Branch Sites• New Project Website Tagged as: , Newsletter
Council Selects Proposals for First Barron's Branch Development Sites Published May 06, 2026 On Tuesday, May 4, Waco City Council approved staff recommendations to begin negotiations with development teams for the first five private development sites in Barron’s Branch — setting the stage for new restaurants, businesses, offices, and residences alongside the future downtown park district. Tagged as: , Announcements, Developers
Share Your Memories Ahead of Former School Site Transition Published March 26, 2026 The school at 500 N. University Parks Drive has seen generations of students across five eras over more than 50 years. As this site prepares for its next chapter, we invite the community to help us tell the story of the campus with our video history interview series. Starting April 1, you will see construction fencing placed around the school site as we begin the abatement and removal process. Tagged as: , Announcements
One School Building, Five Eras: 500 N. University Parks Drive Published February 19, 2026 The school at 500 N. University Parks Drive will soon be entering a new chapter as part of the upcoming Waco Downtown Redevelopment Project. To make your school memories a permanent part of Waco's legacy, the City of Waco has started a video interview series with alumni from all eras of the school. Come share your stories! Tagged as: , Announcements
Barron's Branch 3D Model: Come See What’s Taking Shape in Downtown Published December 08, 2025 The Waco Downtown Redevelopment Project's 3D Model of Barron's Branch is now available at the Waco Convention Center. This model represents a portion of Barron's Branch, the first of five districts across the 100-acre downtown project. Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Waco to Purchase Indian Spring Middle School Property Published October 08, 2025 On Tuesday, October 7, the City of Waco and Waco ISD officially reached an agreement for a $32.2 million land deal to purchase the former Indian Springs Middle School property. The purchase will open the way for construction of the Barron's Branch District in 2026 and planning for a future Ballpark District phase. Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Waco & Waco ISD Announce Joint Meeting Published October 01, 2025 The City of Waco and Waco Independent School District (Waco ISD) have announced a joint meeting to consider a landmark agreement regarding the former Indian Springs Middle School property. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 6:00 pm in the Bosque Theater at the Waco Convention Center. Tagged as: , Announcements
City of Waco Adopts Downtown Master Redevelopment Roadmap Published June 25, 2025 On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, Waco City Council adopted a Strategic Roadmap guiding the future of development of over 100 acres in downtown Waco. The project is planned to take shape in phases over the next 12 to 20 years, allowing a flexible approach over time that stays true to Waco's fundamental vision. Tagged as: , Announcements