Making an Impact
@ Halperin
COMMUNITY FIRST
Our Commitment to a United Community.
The Halperin Park Community First Plan (CFP) is the result of a year-long collaboration with residents and local stakeholders. It recognizes past inequities and uses community insight to create a fun, safe, and welcoming space for everyone.
History & Culture
Featuring Oak Cliff’s rich community history through park design and ongoing programming and events such as concerts, art exhibits and festivals.
Health & Wellness
Increasing the overall health and wellness of the Oak Cliff community.
Educational Opportunities
Facilitating events that broaden the reach of existing community education offerings for all ages.
Economic Development
Facilitating economic development and workforce opportunities for local businesses and residents.
Diverse Housing Options
Featuring positive housing development by convening stakeholders and amplifying affordable housing measures and policies.
Safe & Stable Neighborhoods
Increasing stability through park infrastructure, programming and partnerships to create a safe, accessible environment for the entire family.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
Our Heat Island.
Mitigating Dallas’ Heat Island Effect
Dallas is warming faster than nearly every other large U.S. city. Experts say more green space and tree planting are needed to help reverse this trend. From its design onward, Halperin Park has incorporated green infrastructure and innovative environmental solutions to do its part for the community and the planet.
Urban Vegetation
Green roof and tree canopies to reduce temperature of roof surface and surrounding air
Smarter Shading
Sun angle calculations shading to maximize shading area
Moving Water
Interactive water features to reduce temperature of ground surfaces
Estimated Environmental Impact of Trees Planted at Halperin Park Over 20 Years
600,000+
lbs
CO2 sequestered
1M+
gallons
rainfall intercepted
230K+
gallons
runoff avoided
200
ounces
sulfer dioxide removed
20K+
ounces
ozone removed
Energy-Efficient
Construction
Halperin Park features a building made from mass timber—an engineered wood product that is natural, renewable, and sustainable. Mass timber is an energy-efficient alternative to concrete and steel, offering a lower carbon footprint while meeting the same structural and safety standards.
Sustainably harvested: Only selected trees are cut during harvest, allowing the remaining forest to grow taller and healthier. For every tree harvested, two saplings are planted to ensure future forest growth.
Lower construction emissions: Mass timber columns, beams, and panels weigh just one-fifth the weight of concrete and steel, reducing shipping costs and labor. Much of the material is fabricated off-site with precision machinery, which lowers waste and speeds installation.
Carbon sequestration: Trees absorb carbon dioxide as they grow, and mass timber stores that carbon throughout the building’s lifespan, helping combat climate change.
Healthier environment: Incorporating wood and other natural materials supports biophilic design, which research shows can reduce stress and improve mental well-being.
Change for good.
Creating $1B in economic impact.
The neighborhoods adjacent to Halperin Park are historically under-resourced — many lacking basic resources like grocery stores, health clinics, and employment centers. The park aims to reverse this trend by driving economic development, expanding educational opportunities, and providing greater access to public park space
Economic estimates based on preliminary analysis conducted by UNT Dallas
- $1 billion in economic impact during its first five years
- $14 million in property tax
- $325 million in retail/restaurant sales
GET INVOLVED
Support Your Local Park.
Become a Halperin Helper.
From the park’s earliest vision to today, volunteers have been essential in making Halperin Park a reality. Now, they help keep this vibrant public space thriving. Whether as an individual or part of a group, you can lend a hand and make a real difference in our community.
