Mission Bend Senior Center Breaks Ground: What Fort Bend County’s New $11.2 Million Facility Means for Local Seniors and Families
For thousands of families in Mission Bend and across Fort Bend County Precinct 4, a long-anticipated investment in senior services officially moved from plans to progress this week.
At 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Commissioner Dexter L. McCoy and Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher joined representatives from the Fort Bend County Parks System to break ground on the new Mission Bend Senior Center at 8601 Addicks Clodine Road, located between the Mission Bend Library and the Mission Bend Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston.
For residents in the surrounding Mission Bend neighborhoods, the project represents more than a building. It signals expanded access to health resources, recreational space, and community connection for one of the county’s fastest-growing populations — seniors.
A Major Investment in Mission Bend’s Future
The Mission Bend Senior Center is planned as a 23,543-square-foot community facility designed specifically to serve older adults in Fort Bend County. The project includes:
- A 14,000-square-foot indoor natatorium
- Approximately 4,000 square feet of clinic space
- A commercial kitchen
- Fitness areas
- Event and multipurpose space
- A community garden
- Associated infrastructure including parking, utilities, landscaping, signage and a detention pond
The total project budget is $11.2 million, funded primarily through the voter-approved 2023 Fort Bend County Parks and Recreation Bond. An additional $2 million congressional community funded project grant was secured by Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher to support the development.
The facility is expected to be completed in 2027.
For local homeowners and taxpayers, the project reflects how bond funds approved at the ballot box are being translated into visible, brick-and-mortar community amenities.
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Why This Matters for Mission Bend Residents
Fort Bend County is home to more than 900,000 residents and remains one of the fastest-growing and most ethnically diverse counties in the United States. Within Precinct 4 alone, nearly 250,000 residents are represented by Commissioner McCoy, who took office in 2023.
As the population grows, so does the need for age-friendly infrastructure.
Senior centers today function as more than gathering places. They often provide:
- Preventative health resources
- Social and wellness programming
- Aquatic therapy and low-impact exercise opportunities
- Community meals and events
- Access to supportive services
For families caring for aging parents, proximity matters. A centrally located facility along Addicks Clodine Road — near the Mission Bend Library and the Boys & Girls Club — creates a multi-generational community hub within walking or short driving distance for many area residents.
The inclusion of clinic space and a large indoor natatorium positions the center as a comprehensive wellness destination, not simply a recreational facility.
County Leaders Emphasize Long-Term Impact
Fort Bend County Attorney Bridgette Smith-Lawson addressed the broader significance of the project, stating:
“This important project reflects our continued commitment to serving our growing community and ensuring our seniors have access to quality spaces, resources, and support. As Fort Bend County continues to grow, we remain focused on building for the future and creating opportunities that enhance the lives of all residents. We are excited to see this vision come to life and look forward to the positive impact it will have for years to come.”
Her remarks underscore a theme frequently discussed at Commissioners Court: planning ahead for demographic shifts while preserving quality of life.
For Mission Bend families, that planning translates into tangible amenities designed to support aging in place — a priority for many longtime residents.
A Chance to Shape a Lasting Legacy in Mission Bend
Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Commissioner Dexter L. McCoy is inviting residents to help shape the identity of the new Mission Bend Senior Center by participating in a community-wide naming competition, giving neighbors across Mission Bend and northeastern Fort Bend County the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the facility.
Submissions must be a meaningful word or short phrase, may not include the names of living persons, and must be respectful and family-friendly, with one entry allowed per person. All entries are due by Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., and the individual who proposes the winning name will be formally acknowledged at a later date. Residents can submit their ideas through the official online form by clicking here , and may direct questions to Bri Moreno at Briseida.Moreno@fbctx.gov or contact the Precinct 4 office at 281-243-4800.
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A Bond Project Years in the Making
The 2023 Fort Bend County Parks Bond, approved by voters, allocated funding for parks and recreational improvements across the county. The Mission Bend Senior Center stands as one of the larger capital projects funded through that initiative.
Residents who supported the bond may now see how those dollars are being deployed locally in Precinct 4. For others, the groundbreaking offers clarity on where county growth investments are concentrated.
With an expected completion date in 2027, construction will unfold over the next year, bringing additional visibility to the site along Addicks Clodine Road.
What Happens Next
Construction activity is expected to begin following the groundbreaking, with phased development leading toward a 2027 opening.
For Mission Bend residents, the coming months will mark the visible transformation of a vacant site into what county officials describe as a dedicated space for connection, wellness, and community support.
As Fort Bend County continues to expand, projects like the Mission Bend Senior Center illustrate how local government is responding to growth — not only with roads and infrastructure, but with community-centered facilities designed to serve residents across generations.
Stay tuned to My Neighborhood News for continued updates on Fort Bend County development projects and community milestones in Mission Bend and Precinct 4.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
