I live in Tyler and agree it's a very "livable" place to be. Livability.com featured Tyler and delved into some of the ways that living here is a true pleasure.
Remember, no matter how "safe" a park or place may be, it's important to always be aware of your surroundings. You may even want to consider a walking buddy.
Driving in Tyler, Longview or really anywhere in East Texas can be a chore sometimes. I get it. But I want to offer some advice on navigating a couple of busy Tyler roadways.
Seriously y'all--this place is going to be gorgeous. But even more importantly than that, Tyler has been in need of a more modern conference place in East Texas.