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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/05/2002 - Special Agenda Packet - Parks Board (2) AGENDA College Station Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Meeting Tuesday, February 5, 2002, at 6:00 p.m. Parks and Recreation Conference Room 1000 Krenek Tap Road College Station, Texas 1. Call to order. 2. Pardon — possible action regarding requests for absences of members from meeting. 3. Discussion, consideration, and possible action regarding potential capital improvement projects for park facilities. 4. Hear visitors. 5. Adjourn. The building is wheelchair accessible. Handicap parking spaces are available. Any request for sign interpretive services must be made 48 hours before the meeting. To make arrangements call (979) 764-3517 or (TDD) 1-800-735-2989. Parks and Recreation Department Potential Future CIP Project Summary FY2003-2008 Neighborhood Park Development Steeplechase Park $315,000 Shenendoah Park 315,000 Pebble Creek Park II 150,000 Woodland Hills 150,000 Cypress Grove Park/Westfield 415,000 Spring Loop Park 315,000 Total . II. Support Facilities Forestry Shop $670,000 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Shop 500,000 Central Park Office Expansion 615,000 South District Satellite Operations Shop 360,000 Renovate Central Park Shop 200,000 Total III. Neighborhood Plan Implementation A. East Bypass Plan SandstonePark............................ ...................................... ..... ...... ........._...._._......... $47,000 Raintree(Basketball) 30,000 Total B. Eastgate Plan Richard Carter Park Improvements $217,000 Thomas and Merry Oaks Parks Shade Structures 20,000 Eastgate Park 150,000 Thomas Jogging Track 100,000 Park Benches 21,000 TotalNeighborhood Plan Implementation.......-...........................-...................................................$508,000 IV. Community Facilities New"South"Community Park,Phase I $2,000,000 Neighborhood Pool for the new"South"Community Park 1,000,000 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex,Phase II 3,500,000 New Cemetery-Phase I Development 300,000 Lincoln Center Expansion 570,000 Cypress Grove Recreation Center 750,000 Lick Creek,Phase II 578,000 Luther Jones Landfill 239,000 Potential Tennis Court Project with the new high school Total V. Park Improvements Intergenerational upgrades for existing parks. $309,000 Batting Cages and Backstops at Bee Creek Park 25,000 Cover Basketball Courts at Southwood Valley Athletic Complex 330,000 Emerald Forest Park Lights 30,000 Woodcreek Park Lights 35,000 Provide Playground Equipment Shade 144,000 Total...................... ............................. VI. Pool Improvements Adamson Shotgun Slide $50,000 Adamson Bathhouse Pitched Roof 85,000 Additional Shelter at Adamson Lagoon 40,000 Thomas Pool Bathhouse Renovation 150,000 Total....................................................................................................................... .......................................$325,000 VII. Park Acquisition Northgate Park $1,000,000 0/Projects/CIP/Future CIP PARD.doc Updated:February 13,2002 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFOR TION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE it: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Park Development) Steeplechase Park Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Development of a neighborhood park. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: PROJECTB( GET: $315,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEICT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve eachy 0/Projects/C1P/Capital Project Request.doc CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Park Development) Shenendoah Park Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: PROJECT BUDGET: $315,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 2 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Park Development) Pebble Creek Park, Phase II development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Development of a donated 4-acre park in Pebble Creek. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: PROJECT BUDGET: $150,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEKT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 3 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Park Development) Woodland Hills Park Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: PROJECT BUDGET: $150,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 4 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Park Development) Cypress Grove/Westfield Park Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Funding for neighborhood park amenities for a park located on CSISD property between Cypress Grove Middle School and the new Elementary School to be built on the south end of the property. Westfield Park is small and very close. It will receive minimal development PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: $415,000 PROJECT BUDGET: $315,000 for Cyress Grove $100,000 for Westfield Total $415,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 5 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Park Development) Spring Loop Park PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Development of the neighborhood park. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: The northern portion of Park Zone 2 is underserved. PROJECT BUDGET: $315,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Steve Beachy Pete Vanecek 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 6 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Support Facilities) Forestry Shop PROJECT DESCRIPTION: New Forestry Shop PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Shop needed for added staff and equipment and to provide additional space for the Central Operations District. PROJECT BUDGET: $670,000 5,000 SF Shop Space, office space, restrooms,break rooms and storage, including design fees Paving for perimeter 25,000 Soil and mulch storage 40,000 Fencing 15,000 Equipment Storage 50,000 Utilities 20,000 Total OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 7 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFOR TION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Support Facilities) Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Shop. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Expand the Veterans Park Shop. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Additional space for a growing park and expansion into an additional operations district. PROJECT BUDGET: $500,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 8 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Support Facilities) Central Park Office Expansion. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Additional office building behind the Central Park Office. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Additional space needed for staff now located at other sites, additional meeting and storage space. PROJECT BUDGET: —$615,000 5-Year Need Square Feet Five (5) Offices for .. .... 1,125 SF Two (2) Kids Klub Employees Two (2) Senior Program Employees One (1) Volunteer Coordinator Kids Klub Workroom _____.........................._..........................._375 Aquatics Workroom 375 Intern Work Area 400 Additional Conference/Meeting Area(for Parks Board, etc.)........1,200 Restrooms ......................................................................................._500 Enlarge current PARD meeting and provide vending area 400 Total Square Footage Needed:................................._ 4,375 SF Cost 4,375 SF X $125 = ......................._.............................._ $546,875 ArchFees ............................................_.......................................55,000 Utilities.............................................______...............................10,000 Total5-Year Need.............................._ $611,875 10 to 20-Year Need Cost Eight(8) Additional Offices (1,800 SF) .................................. $225,000 Renovate existing office ............................................................ ....50,000 Fees....._................................................................ .........................._22,500 Total 10 to 20-Year Need $297,500 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/UP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 9 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ' ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Support Facilities) South District Satellite Operations Shop. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Small shop located in southern portion of the City. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Shop for maintenance personnel that cover the parks added to the City South of Rock Prairie Road. PROJECT BUDGET: $360,000 3,000 SF, including design fees..........................................$325,000 Paving and25,000 Utilities Total: OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 10 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Support Facilities) Central Park Shop Renovation. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Renovate the Central Park Shop after the new Forestry Shop is built. This will become completely the Central District Shop. PROJECT BUDGET: $200,000 + Renovate restrooms for H.C. access; + Electrical; + Enlarge/move break room; * Plumbing; 40 Charge walls; • Add concrete paving for driveways and parking; and • Fill in pit. OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS Pete Vanecek Steve :eachy 0/Projects/CLP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 11 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Plan Implementation) Sandstone Park Improvements. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Improvements listed in the East Bypass Plan. PROJECT BUDGET: $47,000 Swing Set Shade Cover for Playground 10,000 Three (3) Shaded Benches @ $3,000........................................9,000 Larger Shelter 20,000 StaffCost @ 5% .......................................................................2,000 Total....................................................... ............................$47,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 12 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Plan Implementation) Raintree Basketball Court Addition. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Bond funds to augment existing bond and dedication funds to build a basketball court. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Court requested during a neighborhood park meeting regarding park improvements. PROJECT B I GET: $30,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 13 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Plan Implementation) Richard Carter Park Improvements. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Improvements listed in the Eastgate Plan. PROJECT BUDGET: —$217,000 Two (2) shaded playgrounds and jogging trail ..................................._......$44,000 SwingSet___________________________•••................................................6,000 Take out brick walks and add concrete walks .........................................._._70,000 Addition of a 1/4 mile jogging tract with rubber cushioning 80,000 Two (2) benches ............_..............................................__............................3,000 H.C. fountains Staffcost @ 5% ............................................_..........._........................_......10,000 Total OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROUCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve eachy 0/Projects/C IP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 14 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Plan Implementation) Thomas and Merry Oaks Playground Shade Structures. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Shade covers at the playgrounds. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Item listed in the Eastgate Plan. PROJECT BUDGET: $20,000 Two (2) shade covers for Thomas playgrounds $13,000 Shade cover for Merry Oaks..........................................................................w7,000 Total OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 15 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Plan Implementation) Eastgate Park Improvements. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Improvements listed in the East Bypass Plan. PROJECT BUDGET: $150,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 16 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Plan Improvements) Thomas Park jogging tract improvement. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Convert the Thomas Park jogging tract to a concrete tract with rubberized surfacing. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Project listed in the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan. PROJECT BUDGET: $100,000 Remove existing red dog and steel edging 000 New concrete (1,420 SF X 6' = 8,520 SF X $5.00) 600 Rubberized cushioning (1,740 SF X 6' = 10,440 SF X $5.00) .._._................52 200 Staff cost @ 5% 200 Total. OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CEP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 17 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFOR A TION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Plan Implementation) Additional park benches in the Eastgate area. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Add ten (10)park benches in the Eastgate Plan Area. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Item listed in the Eastgate Neighborhood Plan. PROJECT BUDGET: $21,000 Park Bench(s) Lions 1 Thomas 6 Parkway 1 Eastgate 2 Merry Oaks 2 Oaks 2 Total 14 14 benches X $1,500 = $21,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 18 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ' ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Community Facilities) New "South" Community Park PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Partial development of new park located on Rock Prairie Road next to the landfill. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Potential development for athletic practice fields including parking and restrooms. Utilities and irrigation systems to be included. PROJECT BUDGET: $2,000,000 for initial development of athletic facilities, including restrooms and parking. OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Steve Beachy Pete Vanecek Peter Lamont 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 19 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Community Facilities) Neighborhood Pool for the new "South" Community Park. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Pool and bathhouse. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Pool to serve the future needs of the south part of College Station. PROJECT BUDGET: $1,000,000® OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Steve Beachy Vera Solis 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 20 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Community Facilities) Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Addition to Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Further additions toward completion of Veterans Park master plan. PROJECT BUDGET: $3,500,000 to complete the 5-field softball complex with restrooms and activity building. This includes parking, sto drainage and utilities. OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO LE INCLUDED IN PROEICT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 21 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Community Facilities) New Cemetery Phase I Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Development of the first phase of the new cemetery. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: PROJECT BUDGET: $300,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy Ross Albrecht 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 22 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFOR A TION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Community Facilities) Lincoln Center Expansion. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Approximately 3,500 SF expansion to include activity room, weight/fitness room, and dressing rooms. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Teams using the gym have no dressing facilities. The use of the center is very high and expansion is needed to ease overcrowding. Requests have been made for a weight room. PROJECT BUDGET: $570,000 3,500 SF at$150 foot $525,000 Weight room equipment 20,000 Remodel of Lincoln office space....................................................................25,000 Total OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Lance Jackson David Gerling 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 23 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Community Facilities) Cypress Grove Recreation Center PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Participation with CSISD in the development of a recreation center adjoining the new Cypress Grove Elementary. This is a joint-use project with possibilities of a TPWD grant. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: This joint-use facility will benefit CSISD and the City of College Station. The facility will be used by the School District during the day and the City at nights and weekends. PROJECT BUDGET: $750,000 match from City of College Station OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCL I ED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Steve Beachy Peter Lamont 0/Projects/CLP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 24 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Development) Lick Creek Park Phase II Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Continuation of development to complete the approved master plan. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: PROJECT BUDGET: $578,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve :eachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 25 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Neighborhood Park Development) Luther Jones Landfill Park Development. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Development of the closed landfill on Texas Avenue to match the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board's approved master plan. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Utilization of landfill for recreational purpose including greenbelt linkage. PROJECT BUDGET: $239,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROUCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 26 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Improvements) Intergenerational Enhancements PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Addition of intergenerational features to existing parks. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: City Council Vision Statement VS4S3a. PROJECT BUDGET: $309,000 Anderson (drink fountains and playground cover)...................................._$14,000 Bee Creek (drink fountains, tot playground, and four benches).................._30,000 Brothers (drink fountain, five benches, six lights, trees, playground cover)..60,000 Central (four benches) 6,000 CyMiller(two benches) .........._.................................................................._.3,000 Emerald Forest (two benches) ...._...................................................._............3,000 Georgie K. Fitch (drink fountain) 3,500 J.D. Miller(two benches, trees, and jogging trail)...._..._........._.............._13,000 Lemontree (four benches and seven lights) __..............................................41,000 Lincoln Center(four benches) 6,000 Parkway(Sidewalks and two benches)......._..................._................_........40,000 Pebble Creek(four benches)........................................_............................._..6,000 Raintree (drink fountain)._.........................................__................................3,500 Sandstone (two benches)...................................................................................3,000 Woodcreek(four benches)........................_........_............................_...........6,000 Longmire (concrete sidewalks and two benches)....._........._...................._56,000 Staff cost @ 5% 15,000 Total................................................................_......._..........._.................$309,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Steve Beachy Pete Vanecek Curtis Bingham 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 27 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ' ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Improvements) Batting cages and backstops at Bee Creek Park. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Install batting cages and backstops at Bee Creek Park. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Request made by Girls Softball Program. PROJECT BUDGET: $25,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 28 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Improvements) Cover for basketball courts at Southwood Valley Athletic Complex. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Covered roof with lights for basketball courts at Southwood Valley Athletic Complex. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Provide an all-weather area for increased programming at the "Exit" Teen Center, and provide an additional amenity for the community. PROJECT BUDGET: $330,000, including design fees. OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCL I ED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 29 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Improvements) Emerald Forest Park Lights. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Area lights for Emerald Forest Park. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Intergenerational and safety features for the park. PROJECT BUDGET: Six lights on 12' poles X $5,000 = $30,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/C1P/Capital Project Request.doc Page 30 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Improvements) Woodcreek Park Lights. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Addition of area lights for Woodcreek Park. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Intergenerational and safety feature for the park. PROJECT BUDGET: Seven 12' light poles X $5,000 = $35,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 31 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Improvements) Playground Equipment Shade Covers PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Addition of shade covers in parks that lack shade in the open playground areas. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: PROJECT BUDGET: $144,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek 16 Playgrounds @ $9,000 each. Parks Anderson Brothers Pond Georgie K. Fitch Gabbard Jack and Dorothy Miller(2) Lemontree Lincoln Center Pebble Creek(2) Sandstone Southwood(2) Thomas W.A. Tarrow Wolf Pen Creek 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 32 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFO ' ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Pool Improvements) Adamson Lagoon Shotgun Slide. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Add slide at Adamson Lagoon. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: This slide will replace the diving board removed during the last renovation at the pool in the deep end. PROJECT B I GET: $50,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Pete Vanecek Steve Beachy Vera Solis 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 33 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFOR ATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Pool Improvements) Adamson Lagoon bathhouse roof. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: New pitched roof for the bathhouse at Adamson Lagoon. The building is approximately 2,200 SF. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: This project will correct chronic leaks and improve air circulation in the bathhouse. PROJECT BUDGET: $85,000, including architect fees. OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO .E INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Steve Beachy Vera Solis 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 34 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFOR A TION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Pool Improvements) Additional shelter at Adamson Lagoon. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Add shelter (approximately 1,500 SF) to the South side of the pool. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Provide needed shade for the growing number of customers at the facility. PROJECT BUDGET: $40,000 OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS: Steve Beachy Vera Solis 0/Projects/C1P/Capital Project Request.doc Page 35 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Pool Improvements) Thomas Pool bathhouse renovation. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Renovate bathhouse that was built in 1980, and the addition of an office. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: The bathhouse needs renovation to improve ventilation, storage, and guard facilities. An additional office also needs to be added. PROJECT BUDGET: $150,000 • Upgrade restrooms for H.C. access; • Add on for larger office area; • Re•air wood beams; • Repair roof; and • Concrete, electrical, and plumbing expenses. OTHER INDIVIDUALS TO BE INCLUDED IN PROEJCT SCOPING MEETINGS Steve Beachy Vera Solis 0/Projects/CIP/Capital Project Request.doc Page 36 of 37 CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST REQUEST FOR INFORMATION NAME: Eric Ploeger PHONE #: 3415 PROJECT NAME: (Park Acquistion) Northgate Park Acquisition. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Acquisition of property for a Northgate Park. Some parkland dedication funds will also be available. PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: Northgate is an undeserved area in terms of park land. 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Development Phases Man~,~~.__,,~,.__,~,^.__,`,,,,.~~,^~^,.~,,_,._._,_._,-~,~~~~-.^~~~.'....~.-..~...~~.'.....~ 10 ` ) Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 2 VETE A NS PA ' AND ATHLETIC COMPLEX NEEDS ASSESSMENT February 2002 In the 1998 Capital Improvement Project Bond election, funds were provided for the initial development of the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. (VPAC) In November of 2001, City Council awarded a contract for the phase I development which includes the construction of six adult soccer fields, two of which are lighted, and two lighted adult softball fields. This report is intended to help guide the future phases of development for the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. This includes reco endations on the type and number of additional facilities to be built and the order in which they should be developed. Methodology In order to evaluate the future needs of VPAC properly, it is necessary to dete ine how many users there will be. No ally, this would include evaluation of past participation history, growth trends and future population growth estimates. In this instance, however, we did not have access to all of the variables for each of the activities. In the case of youth soccer, the Department contacted the College Station Soccer Club and received a seven-year registration history. The soccer club did not provide a forecast of future growth, however. In this instance, staff reviewed the growth history and discovered that the youth soccer program had growth ranging between 1% and 20% a ually. Additionally, in a conversation with Mitchell Smith, President of the Brazos Valley Youth Soccer Association, it was stated that soccer is growing at an average of 10% a ually, nationwide. According to the Development Services Department, the population in College Station is expected to grow at a rate of 3%per year for the next ten years. The College Station School District is projecting a 3% growth rate for the student population'. Given these factors, the Department estimated that soccer would continue to grow at a rate of 10% per year for the next 5 years. However, it believed that the City's slower growth rate would not support this rate of growth for the full ten years. Therefore, the growth rate is estimated at 5% a ually for years 640. With Adult Soccer, no trend data was available after numerous requests were made of the Brazos Valley Soccer Association. Therefore, growth for Adult soccer was estimated at 3% annually, in keeping pace with the City's growth projections. Likewise, the girls fastpitch softball program, while increasing in popularity and experiencing some growth, does not have enough history to adequately estimate a trend. The best estimate is that the program will grow at the same rate as the general City population, 3 percent. Adult softball has presented somewhat of challenge in estimating growth. Until 2000, the program was operating above capacity and turning teams away. In 2000 however, the City began charging an additional $75 per team Facility Replacement Fee. When this fee took effect, I Per telephone conversation with Ann Ganter,Assistant to the Superintendent for Policy and District Foundation Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 3 participation dropped for the first time in eleven years. Participation dropped again in 2001. Some of the teams that stopped participating in the College Station program started to play in the City of Bryan's program. However, that program has reached capacity. It is the Department's estimate that the downward trend in adult softball will end this year and the program will begin to recover its participation base. Because the program was once at capacity and lost participation due to factors other than population saturation, it is estimated that the program will, for at least the first 5 years, grow at a rate above the City's estimated 3%. This is especially true given the fact that the program had not only reached its maximum participation on the current complex, but also the fact that the Department was turning away approximately 100 teams a year. Given these factors, it is estimated that the adult softball will grow at a rate of 5% annually. Requirements Another factor to consider in dete ining the need for additional facilities at the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex is the capacity of the fields. This is the number of teams or individuals each field can support. In the case of the youth soccer fields, the College Station Soccer Club did not provide a number of teams or individuals that could use each field. Therefore, staff took the current registration number 1,551 and divided it by the current number of game fields, 11, to develop a ratio of 111 participants or 13 teams per field, at the current rate of usage. With the adult soccer program, they are currently playing with 21 teams on 3 fields. In the case of adult softball, we have previously had 45 teams per field, per season, which includes the men's, women's and co-recreational programs. This is above our optimum level of 32 teams per field per season. This type of scheduling was required to acco odate the demand for adult softball on the fields currently available. Even with the decrease in participation due to the fee increase in 2000, we are still above our optimum field use limit. This requires some teams to begin games at 10:15 at night. Additionally, changes in the rules governing the A ateur Softball Association, the national governing body for the softball programs, now require the adult men's softball to be played on fields with a minimum distance to the outfield fences of 300 feet. The current fields at Central Park have a field depth of only 275 feet, and ca ot be expanded. This severely limits the types of leagues the City can offer, even with local rule modifications. It also prevents the City from hosting adult men's slow pitch tournaments, which can have a significant economic impact. The girls' fast-pitch softball program currently utilizes four fields located throughout the community. These include the two fields at Bee Creek Park, one at Lemontree Park and one at Luther Jones Park. Lemontree and Luther Jones are neighborhood parks that currently provide services, which are better, suited for community parks. Additionally, Luther Jones Park softball field is not lighted and has no parking or restrooms. There are also several competitive "traveling" teams that are organized in the area and utilize the College Station fields. These teams will also benefit from the conversion of the Central Park softball fields to a youth complex. Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 4 Recommendations At this time, the Department is recommending that the first priority for development in Phase II of the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex be the completion of the five-field adult softball complex. This will include three lighted fields, concession area and restroom facilities. The recommendation also includes the expansion of the parking facilities adjacent to the softball complex. Currently, there are approximately 400 parking spaces being built in Phase I. By completing the additional parking there would be an increase of approximately 260 spaces. There are several reasons for this reco endation for additional softball fields. First, the current adult softball complex at Central Park is over utilized. The maximum level of play on these fields in order to properly maintain them and not have games starting after 1 Opm is four games per night. Currently, there are five games a night scheduled on some fields. ile this is possible, it is detrimental to the overall quality of the program. At the current level of participation, we have an average of 35.33 teams per field per season, and optimal is 32 teams per field per season. This includes men, women and co-rec leagues. With the construction of the five-field complex, the average would be 28.27 teams per field per season based upon current registration levels. This would allow the program to grow through 2006 before we may have to limit registrations or play 5 games per field per night again. Additionally, as stated before, the field dimensions at Central Park are too small for regulation play. The completion of the five-field adult softball complex would not only allow the City program to grow and develop, but would also increase the variety of tournaments that the City may host. Currently, the City can only host youth or Adult Fastpitch softball tournaments due to the existing field sizes. With the 315 foot fences pla ed for the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex softball fields, the City will be eligible to host all levels of adult slowpitch softball tournaments. As many as 100 teams participate in some of these tournaments. Additionally, by moving the adult program to VPAC, the Department will be able to relocate the girls fastpitch program to Central Park. This will benefit the girls program in several ways. First, it will put the entire program at one complex, reducing the maintenance costs, a concern noted during the 2001 fee study. Secondly, it will reduce the travel for parents who have children playing at more than one facility and provide more facilities. Finally, by having all of the games at one facility, the participants would have a chance to see others play increasing the community atmosphere of the program. The fields at Lemon Tree and Luther Jones could be re-programmed to other uses with less impact on the residents of the neighborhoods. As programs grow, the existing softball fields at Bee Creek Park can be used to handle any overflow. The Co-Recreational and Adult Fastpitch leagues could, if needed, play at Bee Creek. This Co-Recreational portion of the program can still play on fields with 275-foot fences. There are currently 50 teams per season. The Adult Fastpitch program, which currently only plays one season a year could play on the 250' field at Bee Creek Park. Finally, the youth program could still use the fields at Bee Creek if needed. Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 5 Non-Athletic Park Needs In addition to the athletic fields and parking, it is recommended to build the picnic pavilion and playground area next to the original six soccer fields. With the increase in patrons comes an increase in the need for entertainment facilities for those not directly taking part in the athletic activities. Last year there were 340 pavilion rentals in College Station and 623 rentals in Bryan. A large pavilion would be a good addition to the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. The construction of one and one-quarter mile of trail as additional amenity is also recommended. In addition, be a need to add restrooms and additional shop space to the maintenance facility currently under construction in phase I. This space is needed to house the equipment and perso el required to maintain the park in a safe and enjoyable fashion. With regard to soccer fields, there may be a need for some additional fields, however, the exact number is hard to dete ine. This is because the fields that are being built are full size adult fields. As such, these fields can be subdivided into a greater number of youth fields with the simple addition of marking paint and goals. The exact number of fields that can be marked will depend upon which size field is needed for that season. However, each adult field could be subdivided into at least two youth fields and give the City 12 new game fields for the youth. This would bring the total to 23 youth game fields, which fulfills the projected youth soccer field needs through 2010. One potential problem to that approach is the possibility that the parking and restrooms will be inadequate to support the number of users. For the adult soccer program, teams are currently playing on 3 fields in the fall and 5 fields in the spring. The adult program also utilizes several fields in the City of Bryan. To develop the projections for future needs, we have applied the same 141 participants per field standard that we used with the youth program. This is reasonable given the fact that adult soccer averages 18-20 players per team and youth teams have a maximum of 11 players, resulting in fewer teams in the adult program trying to use the fields. Using these assumptions, the adult program can continue to play on the existing fields through 2010. Therefore, any new soccer field development could be delayed until after 2007 when the new fields will reach capacity. Phasing Recommendations The implementation of the master plan for Veterans Park and Athletic Complex is recognized as a long-term process. The magnitude of the overall project necessitates a "phased" plan is developed. The process has been divided into four distinct phases, which will occur over a multi year period. These phases are illustrated in the illustration. Phase I development began construction in November 2001 and is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2000. The scope of the Phase I project emphasizes the development of a six-field soccer complex with restrooms and parking facilities. Also, this phase includes two softball fields with parking, a small maintenance building and the main park road with an entrance on Harvey Road. The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial will be constructed as a separate project in Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 6 conjunction with the first phase development. All utility, drainage and road improvements for the first phase are designed to support the future development of the park. Phase II is being planned for incorporation in the next five year CIP (2002-2008). The priority for the Phase II development must be the completion of the five field softball complex. This will require the construction of three additional fields, expanded parking facility and a concession and restroom building. In addition, the development of other recreational amenities is recommended for the second phase. These include the trail, group pavilion and playground area and adjacent parking facilities. Phase III should emphasize the completion of the remaining seven soccer fields and related restrooms and parking facilities. Also, this phase should include the completion of Veterans Parkway. The operation of the soccer fields, softball complex and pavilion will require a second entrance to the park. This will be located on University Drive. This project will most likely be developed between 2009 and 2013. Phase IV will complete the park sometime after 2013. It will include the development of the four-field baseball complex, the second pavilion, batting cages, restrooms, additional parking facilities and completion of the trail system. This will provide a significant regional park with the capability of providing athletic facilities for the co unity for many years. It will also serve as a major attraction for tourism related activities including tournaments, conventions and cultural activities. Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 7 Table I - Adult Softball Year teams lost Number of Number of Number of Number of Percentage due to teams participants softball fields Softball Increase capacity needed to Fields meet demand 1981 0 120 1,980 2 4 0% 1982 0 120 1,980 2 4 0% °1983 0 160 2,640 IMEII. 4 33% 1984 0 180 2,970 4 13% 1 985 0 240 3,960 3 4 33% 1986 0 i 280 4,620 aIIINIMIII 4 17% 1987 0 340 5,610 4 4 21% 1988 20460 7,590 5 4 41% 1989 40 520 8,580 6 4 17% 1990 60 520 x,580 7 4 4% 1991 90 520 8,580 7 4 6% 1992 100 520 8,580 7 4 2% 1993 100 520 x,580 7 4 0% 1994 100 520 ' 8,580 7 4 0% 1 995 . 100 520 x,580 7 4 0% 1996 100 520 8,580 7 4 0% 1997 100 520 8,580 7 4 0% 1998 105 520 x,580 7 4 1% 1999 105 520 8,580 7 4 0% 2000 0 474 7,821 5 4 -9% 2001 0 424 6,996 5 4 -17 2002 ? 445 7,346 5 4 5% 2003 ', ? 467 7,713 5 61 5% 2004 ? 491 ' 8,099 6 6 5% 2005 ? 515 8,504 6 6 5% 2006 ? 541 8,929 6 92 5% 2007 ? 568 9,375 6 9 5% 2008 ? 597 9,844 7 9 5% 2009 ? 626 10,336 7 9 5% 2010 ? 658 10,853 7 9 5% 1) First two fields at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex 2) Completion of five field VPAC complex; Shares four field complex at Central Park with youth program Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 8 Table II - Girls Fastpitch Softball Year Number of number of number of Number of youth Number of Percentage teams turned teams participants softball fields youth Increase away needed to meet softball demand Game Fields 1999 0 30 360 2 31 0% 2000 0 34 408 2 3 13% 2001 0 32 384 2 3 -6/ 2002 0 33 396 2 3 3% 2003 0 34 407 2 3 3% 2004 0 35 420 2 3 3% 2005 0 36 432 2 3 3% 2006 0 37 445 3 42 3% 2007 0 38 459 3 4 3% 2008 0 39 468 3 4 2% 2009 ? 40 482 3 4 3% 2010 ? 41 497 3 4 3% 1) Bee Creek—2 Lemon Tree-1 2) Completion of five field VPAC complex; Shares four field complex at Central Park with youth program Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 9 Table III ® Adult Soccer Year Number of Number of number of Number of soccer Number of Percentage teams teams participants fields needed to Soccer Increase turned meet demand Fields away 2001 0 19 313 3 51 3% 2002 0 20 322 3 5 3% 2003 0 21 332 3 _ 112 3% 2004 0 21 342 _ 3 11 3% 2005 0 22 352 3 11 3% 2006 0 23 363 3. 11 3% 2007 0 23 374 3 11 3% 2008 0 24 385 3 93 3% 2009 ? 25 396 3 9 3% 2010 ? 26 408 3 9 3% 1) Central Park® 3 Fields Southwood Athletic Park®2 Fields (Spring Only) 2) VPAC ® 6 fields, 2 with lights 3) Two Adult fields converted to four youth fields Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 10 Table IV ® Youth Soccer Year Number of number of number of Number of soccer Number of Percentage teams teams participants fields needed to Soccer Increase turned meet demand Fields away 2001 0 119 1,551 11131 10% _ 2002 ? 131 1,706 12 13 10% 2003 ? 144 1,877 13 192 10% 2004 ? 159 2,066 15 19 10% 2005 ? 175 2,273 r 16 19 10% 2006 ? 192 2,500 18 19 10% 2007 ? 210 2,625 19 19 5% 2008 ? 212 2,756 20 223 5% /o . 2009 ? 223 2,894 21 22 5% 2010 ? 234 3,039 22 22 5% 1) Anderson Park®5 Fields Southwood Athletic Park® 5 Fields (3 during fall season, 5 during spring season) Central Park ® 3 Fields 2) VAPC ®6 Fields 3) Two adult fields converted to four youth fields Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 11 (17 ..........0...........0.9 61.3 BUILDING ,... •:•47iii: ..... ft RETAINING i.. 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(List in order of preference). la Standing ommitt- , • F.nd n f Comm/ft - 911 Brazos County Emergency Comm. 0 Cemetery Committee Dist. 0 Community spearance Committee O B/CS Economic Development Board 0 Construction "oard of Adjustments and . 0 B/CS Tourism Council Appeals O City Center Site Selection & Master Plan 0 CS Business Development Corporation Committee 0 Electrical Examining Board O Conference Center Advisory Committee 0 Facade Improvement Committee O Greenways Task Force 0 Historic Preservation Committee Liridoln Center Advisory Committee 0 Joint Relief Funding Review O Senior Programs Advisory Committee Committee • 0 Library Committee O Northgate Revitalization Board O Parks and Recreation Board O Planning and Zoning Commission O Wolf Pen Creek Design Reviow Board O Zoning Board of Adjustments 01• 1 . )11, . i . .1.4 /810 2— (Signt - of Applicant) (Date) Please indicate if you are currently serving on a board/commission/committee Name of Board/Commission ...EASE RETURN THIS FORM TO: CITY OF COLLEGE STATION CITY SECRETARS OFFICE P.O.• BOX 9060 COLLEGE STATION,I -8 71642 Page 1 of 1 Kris Lehde - Re: Board Packets ^ • From: "Glen Davis" <DAVISG©fabtexasacom> To: <klehde@ci.college-station.tx.us> Date: 2/11/2002 3:55 PM Subject: Re: Board Packets I will be out of town --.ner-id-----T-uesday on business. >» "Kris Lehde" <klehde©ci.college-station.bcus> 02/08/02 04:29PM >» Good afternoon. Board packets have been delivered to your houses. Have a great weekend! Kris Lehde Staff Assistant College Station Parks&Recreation (979)764-3414 College Station. Embracing the Past, Exploring the Future. file://C:\Documents and Settings\klehde.0001,ocal Settings\Temp\GW}00002.HTM 2/11/2002 January 15, 2002 MEMO' NDUM TO: President,Vice Presidents,Associate and Assistant Vice Presidents, Associate and Assistant Provosts, Deans, Directors and Department Heads SUBJECT: Campus Lightning Prediction System In the average year, lightning kills more people in the United States than any other natural disaster. This risk combined with the many outdoor activities sponsored by Texas A&M led a university task force to recommend the purchase of a lightning detection and warning system. As a result, the Divisions of Student Affairs and Finance have funded the purchase of two Thor Guard Lightning Prediction Systems. These systems have been installed on the Texas A&M campus and are scheduled to begin operation after initial tests are completed on Thursday afternoon, January 17th. Thor Guard has been in existence for over 25 years and has installed over 1,000 permanent lightning warning systems at golf courses,military installations,universities, schools, swi ing pools and airports. These systems are designed to monitor atmospheric conditions and sound a warning when lightening is likely to strike within a radius of two miles or more. This should provide a warning of eight to 18 'mites so anyone outdoors on campus will have time to take shelter. The lightning prediction systems will be comprised of two independent computer systems each connected to a sensor and five or six warning horns and strobe lights at various locations around campus. For a map of the locations of the 11 alarm sites on campus, visit the Environmental Health and Safety Department web site at http://ehsd-online.tamu.edu. When conditions appear likely for lightening, the horn will sound for approximately 15 seconds and the lights will continue to flash until the danger is past. At that time the horns will sound three blasts for five seconds each and the lights will turn off. This system will be used only for lightning detection. It is not intended for any other severe weather or emergency warning. When a warning is sounded, all university-related activities should cease and anyone outdoors on campus is advised to seek shelter inside a building or automobile. Areas that should be avoided are open areas, places where there is water,trees,metal fences, overhead wires or power lines, elevated ground or open vehicles. People also are advised to avoid the use of cellular phones or radios until the danger is past. The sensors will begin operation at 6:00 each morning and end at 12:30 a.m., except those in the area of the golf course that will operate only until 10 p.m. The system horns and lights will normally be tested at 12:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. For more information,please contact Chris Meyer at c-m-meyer@tamu.edu or Tom Reber in the Department of Recreational Sports at treber@rec.tamu.edu. COLLEGE STATION - Safety officials at Texas A&M University are announcing that a new Thor Guard Lightning Prediction System has been installed. Thor Guard has been in existence for over 25 years and have installed over 1,000 permanent lightning warning systems at golf courses, military installations, universities, schools, swimming pools and airports. The installed system will soon be in operation on campus. Initial system testing is scheduled for Thursday afternoon, January 17th. Chris Meyer, director of environmental health and safety at Texas A&M, says, while no one can predict exactly where lightening will strike, the system will be able to sense atmospheric conditions and sound a warning when lightening is likely to strike within a radius of two miles or more. "This should provide a warning of eight to 18 minutes so anyone outdoorsanyone outdoors on campus will have time to take shelter," Meyer says. This can be important, he adds, because lightening can happen with little or no visible signs and can come from several miles ahead of an approaching storm or even from a mostly clear sky. There are two2 independent computer systems each connected to a sensor and fives or 6 warningsix warning horns and strobe lights at various locations around campus. When conditions appear likely for lightening, - -: the horn will sound for approximately 15 seconds and the lights will continue to flash until the danger is past. At that time the horns will sound three blasts for five seconds each and the lights will turn off. "The funding for this new system comes from thefrom the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and the Division of Finance.of Finance. It will be operated and maintained by the Department of Recreational Sports and the Environmental Health and Safety Department," says Meyer, When the warning sounds, all university-related activities will cease and anyone outdoors on campus is advised to seek shelter inside a building or automobile. Areas that should be avoided are open areas, places where there is water, trees, metal fences, overhead wires or power lines, elevated ground or open vehicles. People also are advised to avoid the use of cellular phones or radios until the danger is past. The sensors will begin-4n-operation every day between the hours ofat 6:00 each morning a.m. and end at 12:30 a.m., except those in the area of the golf :. - - ourse that will operate only until 10 p.m. The system horns and lights will normally be tested at 12:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. For a map of the locations of each of the 11 sites in the system, go to the Web site at ehsd-online.tamu.edu. • 30- Contact Chris Meyer at 845-2132 or c-m-meyer@tamu.edu c:)-1---9'L (____ \Ili *c ''D C L V4 ''''''''''''''''-',-1.-frrN:a, (--Y--,c' r\r''' ' --7,,, A,--'-‘1,N, I„14 .---'.'"'"'''',Vc\it .9, -- .. yr �, n , r � a 8 -� r .. ,--- r F � i',..-.4$ 'xy4 v mnA I sem u f r i ti w-" r � ° � ' ...V•�j �`— * m P 4.° P � ' ,. u y S r.:-....:-! --- ^a-. ,. F,*` .f. _ =X ;x _ ...5'" �a'c,.E -:„,..,„-,-'71.--<- ? 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Steeplechase Park $315,000 15 $4,439,000 $939,000 Lick Creek Park,Phase II $578,000 15 $5,017,000 $1,517,000 Provide Playground Equipment Shade $144,000 15 $5,161,000 $1,661,000 Forestry Shop $670,000 16 $5,831,000 $2,331,000 Lincoln Center Expansion $570,000 16 $6,401,000 $2,901,000 Spring Loop Park $315,000 17 $6,716,000 $3,216,000 Sandstone Park $47,000 17 $6,763,000 $3,263,000 Cypress Grove Park/Westfield $415,000 1818 $7,178,000 $3,678,000 Baft in. ca•es and Backstoss at Bee Creek Park $25,000 $7,203,000 $3,703,000 Richard Carter Park Improvements $217,000 19 $7,420,000 $3,920,000 New Cemetery,Phase I Development $300,000 20 $7,720,000 $4,220,000 Cover basketball courts at Southwood Valley Athletic Complex $330,000 20 ....a $8,050,000 $4,550,000 Raintree Basketball Court $30,000 21 $8,080,000 $4,580,000 Thomas and Merry Oaks Parks Shade Structures .A, $20,000 22 $21,000 22 $8,100,000 $4,600,000 Park Benches '.;,121,000 $4,621,000 Woodland Hills $150,000 23 : $8,271,000 $4,771,000 Central Park Office Expansion $615,000 24 $8,886,000 $5,386,000 Eastgate Park $150,000, 24 $9,036,000 $5,536,000 Thomas Jogging Track $100,000 24 $9,136,000 $5,636,000 Cypress Grove Recreation Center $750,000 24 $9,886,000 $6,386,000 Emerald Forest Park Lights $30,000 27 $9,916,000 $6,416,000 Woodcreek Park Lights $35,000 27 $9,951,000 $6,451,000 Pebble Creek Park $150,000 28 $10,101,000 $6,601,000 Renovate Central Park Shop $200,000 28 $10,301,000 $6,801,000 Adamson Shotgun Slide $50,000 28 $10,351,000 $6,851,•I• Thomas Pool Bathhouse Renovation $150,000 28 $10,501,000 $7,001,000 South District Satellite Operations Shop $360,000 30 $10,861,000 $7,361,000 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Shop $500,000 31 $11,361,000 $7,861,000 Luther Jones Landfill $239,000 31 $11,600,000 ',;,100,000 Additional Shelter at Adamson Lagoon $40,000 31 $11,640,000 $8,140,000 Northgate Park. $1,000,000 32 $12,6' ,000 $9,140,000 New"South"Community Park,Phase I $2,000,000 33 $14,640,000 $11,140,000 Neighborhood Pool for the new"South"Community Park $1,000,000 35 $15,640,000 $12,140,000 Adamson Bathhouse Pitched Roof $85,000 36 $15,725,000 $12,225,000 Potential Tennis Court Project with the new high school ? 40 O/Board/CIP/Future CIP Project Ranking Update. 1/02 Steve Beachy' Park Land Dedication Balances— 000f1/22/O2 Page From: Kris Lehde To: Bridgette George; Deborah Grace Date: 1/22/02 3:51PM Subject: Park Land Dedication Balances — 000f1/22/O2 The following is the park land dedication fund balance as of 1/22/02 that you requested: Zone 1 — $157.0O1.80 Zone 2 — $18.874.01 Zone 3 — $138.773.38 Zone 4—$2O.304.02 Zone 5— $14O.747.O8 Zone 8 ~ $S9.555.48 Zone 7 — $G45.9OO.2O Zone 8 — $08O.55 ZoneS— $O.DO Zone 10 — $85.599.83 Zone 11 — $28'314.08 Zone 12 — $O.00 Let me know if you need anything else... :-) Kris Lehde Staff Assistant College Station Parks & Recreation (979) 764-3414 --\ CC; RioP|oeger| Steve Beachy � } - 1., .c. t o o o e o 4, 0 0 o -c- ..z. 417 ....„ . 0 ,9 .i,--' .i- W 44. 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C.1 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II 1 ' 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 Shenendoah Park 2 1 1 1 4 3 1 1 1 13 Intergenerational upgrades for existing parks 2 1 2 1 1 1 2 3 2 13 Steeplechase Park 3 2 1 2 4 3 1 1 1 15 Lick Creek Park, Phase II 3 2 2 3 2 1 1 1 3 15 Provide Playground Equipment Shade 3 1 3 3 1 2 1 3 1 15 Forestry Shop 4 1 2 1 2 2 3 2 3 16 Lincoln Center Expansion 4 1 2 2 3 1 2 2 3 16 Spring Loop Park 5 2 1 3 2 4 3 1 1 17 Sandstone Park 5 4 3 2 1 2 1 2 2 17 Cypress Grove ParkNVestfield 6 5 1 1 2 1 4 3 1 18 Batting cages and Backstops at Bee Creek Park 6 3 3 5 1 1 1 2 2 18 ---Richard Carter Park Improvements 7 1 1 3 4 2 4 2 2 19 New Cemetery, Phase I Development 8 2 4 2 2 3 2 2 3 20 Cover basketball courts at Southwood Valley Athletic Complex 8 2 2 2 1 2 3 4 4 20 Raintree Basketball Court 9 3 3 2 2 5 3 1 2 21 Thomas and Merry Oaks Parks Shade Structures 10 4 3 5 1 5 1 1 2 22 Park Benches 10 1 3 5 3 2 2 3 3 22 Woodland Hills 11 2 2 3 5 4 2 4 1 23 Central Park Office Expansion 12 2 4 3 4 2 4 1 4 24 —Eastgate Park 12 4 3 2 4 2 4 3 2 24 Thomas Jogging Track 12 3 3 3 4 5 2 2 2 24 Cypress Grove Recreation Center 12 3 5 3 1 1 3 4 4 24 Emerald Forest Park Lights 13 3 4 4 3 3 3 4 3 27 Woodcreek Park Lights 13 3 4 4 3 3 3 4 3 27 Pebble Creek Park 14 5 2 2 3 5 5 5 1 28 Renovate Central Park Shop 14 4 4 3 3 4 4 3 3 28 Adamson Shotgun Slide 14 3 4 5 2 4 2 3 5 28 Thomas Pool Bathhouse Renovation 14 2 4 2 3 5 3 5 4 28 South District Satellite Operations Shop 15 4 1 4 4 5 4 4 4 30 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Shop 16 5 1 5 5 1 5 5 4 31 Luther Jones Landfill 16 4 2 5 5 4 4 4 3 31 Additional Shelter at Adamson Lagoon 16 4 4 4 5 4 2 3 5 31 Northgate Park. 17 3 5 3 4 5 5 2 5 32 New"South"Community Park, Phase I 18 4 5 4 3 3 4 5 5 33 Neighborhood Pool for the new"South"Community Park 19 5 5 5 2 3 5 5 5 35 Adamson Bathhouse Pitched Roof 20 5 5 2 5 5 5 5 4 36 Potential Tennis Court Project with the new high school 21 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 40 Staff 0 0 .. 4. t b '... 4: ro .1S1 Potential Project Priority# 0 tt co ,rt A 0 ic) 0 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 Forestry Shop 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 Central Park Office Expansion 2 1 1 _ 1 2 1 3 1 10 Renovate Central Park Shop 3 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 11 Shenendoah Park 4 2 1 1 1 1 2 5 13 Steeplechase Park 5 2 2 1 1 1 2 5 14 New Cemetery, Phase I Development 6 1 1 4 3 2 2 2 15 Benches 7 2 3 3 1 2 2 3 16 Intergenerational upgrades for existing parks 7 3 1 4 3 2 1 2 16 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Shop 7 1 3 3 4 3 1 1 16 Lincoln Center Expansion 8 3 2 2 3 3 3 1 17 Woodland Hills 9 3 2 2 2 2 2 5 18 Cypress Grove Park/Westfield 9 4 1 1 2 2 3 5 18 Thomas Jogging Track 9 2 3 2 3 3 1 4 18 Thomas and Merry Oaks Parks Shade Structures 10 2 3 4 3 3 2 2 19 Lick Creek Park, Phase II 11 5 1 3 4 1 2 4 20 Raintree Basketball Court 11 2 3 2 3 3 4 3 20 South District Satellite Operations Shop 11 4 2 3 4 5 1 1 20 Spring Loop Park 12 4 2 1 2 2 5 5 21 -----ichard Carter Park Improvements 12 2 2 2 4 3 4 4 21 Emerald Forest Park Lights 12 3 4 3 4 1 3 3 21 Thomas Pool Bathhouse Renovation 12 1 5 4 3 3 4 1 21 — Sandstone Park 13 2 3 3 5 2 4 3 22 Woodcreek Park Lights 13 3 4 3 2 4 3 3 22 Provide Playground Equipment Shade 13 4 4 4 1 4 3 2 22 Cypress Grove Recreation Center 13 5 2 1 2 5 5 2 22 Cover basketball courts at Southwood Valley Athletic Complex 13 4 4 2 4 4 2 2 22 Luther Jones Landfill 14 5 3 3 5 5 1 3 25 Adamson Bathhouse Pitched Roof 14 1 5 5 5 4 4 1 25 Additional Shelter at Adamson Lagoon 15 3 4 1 4 4 4 4 3 26 Northgate Park. 16 5 4 5 2 4 4 4 28 -Eastgate Park 17 3 3 4 5 5 5 3 28 Adamson Shotgun Slide 18 5 5 2 4 4 5 4 29 Neighborhood Pool for the new"South"Community Park 18 4 5 5 5 5 3 2 29 ____._..._. Pebble Creek Park II 19 3 4 5 3 5 5 5 30 Batting cages and Backstops at Bee Creek Park 19 4 5 4 4 4 5 4 30 Potential Tennis Court Project with the new high school 20 5 5 5 5 5 3 4 32 New"South"Communit Park, Phase I 20 4 5 5 5 5 4 4 32 0/Board/CIP/Future CIP Project Ranking Update: 2/12/2002 Parks and Recreation Department Potential Future CIP Project Summary FY2003-2008 Neighborhood Park Development Steeplechase Park $315,000 Shenendoah Park 315,000 Pebble Creek Park II 150,000 Woodland Hills 150,000 Cypress Grove Park/Westfield 415,000 Spring Loop Park 315,000 II. Support Facilities Forestry Shop $670,000 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Shop 500,000 Central Park Office Expansion 615,000 South District Satellite Operations Shop 360,000 Renovate Central Park Shop 200,000 Total III, Neighborhood Plan Implementation A. East Bypass Plan Sandstone Park $47,000 Raintree(Basketball) 30,000 B. Eastgate Plan Richard Carter Park Improvements.................................................. .................... ...............................$217,000 Thomas and Merry Oaks Parks Shade Structures 20,000 Eastgate Park 150,000 Thomas Jogging Track 100,000 Park Benches 21,000 Total Neighborhood Plan Implementation IV. Community Facilities New"South"Community Park,Phase I.................................... ............................. ................................$2,000,000 Neighborhood Pool for the new"South"Community Park 1,000,000 Veterans Park and Athletic Complex,Phase II 3,500,000 New Cemetery-Phase I Development 300,000 Lincoln Center Expansion 570,000 Cypress Grove Recreation Center 750,000 Lick Creek,Phase II 578,000 Luther Jones Landfill 239,000 Potential Tennis Court Project with the new high school...... ...................................................... ...... ................ Total V. Park Improvements Intergenerational upgrades for existing parks. $309,000 Batting Cages and Backstops at Bee Creek Park 25,000 Cover Basketball Courts at Southwood Valley Athletic Complex 330,000 Emerald Forest Park Lights 30,000 Woodcreek Park Lights 35,000 Provide Playground Equipment Shade 144,000 Total VI. Pool Improvements Adamson Shotgun Slide $50,000 Adamson Bathhouse Pitched Roof 85,000 Additional Shelter at Adamson Lagoon 40,000 Thomas Pool Bathhouse Renovation 150,000 Total VII. Park Acquisition Northgate Park $1,000,000 0/Projects/CIP/Future CIP PARD.doc Updated:February 12,2002 John C. Watson I HOR Territory Manager GUARD, INC. 6423 Slate Stone Houston, TX 77084 hone/Fax: (281) 9- integrated Lightning Prediction and Warning Systems Telep855067 Cell Phone: (281)413-1090 AN OVERVIEW Thorguard is a proactive lightning warning system. It measures the electrostatic build-up and changes in the atmosphere and compares this info ation to our database containing over 100,000 hours of thundersto activity. When this system reaches a preset level of red alert, our horn system is automatically activated (one 15 second bast of the horn) and your areas of.concern are cleared. This system is designed to give eight (8) to eighteen (18) nutes advance warning of inent lightning activity. As coriditions improve and it is safe to res - e outdoor activity, the horn system is activated once again (three 5 second blast of the horn). This is referred to as "an all clear si tion". Thorguard has been in existence for over 25 years. This represents literally 'Eons_ of hours of successful ligh eg warning. • We have well over 1,000 pe anent installations and hundreds of portable systems in use everyday. Our customer list includes: golf courses, country clubs, military installations, iversities, schools, pools, park districts, industrial installations, soccer fields, airports, park and recreation areas and professional sports. To name a few, all of these customers are under the safe watchful eye of Thorguard Lightning Prediction Systems. 1193 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway• Sunrise, Florida 33323• (954) 835-0900•Fax: (954) 835-0808 www.thorguard.com ---------- 1 0 , _ / g t 1 i I .- 1.' 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(VPAC) In November of 2001, City Council awarded a contract for the phase I development which includes the construction of six adult soccer fields, two of which are lighted, and two lighted adult softball fields. This report is intended to help guide the future phases of development for the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. This includes recommendations on the type and number of additional facilities to be built and the order in which they should be developed. Methodology In order to evaluate the future needs of VPAC properly, it is necessary to dete ine how many users there will be. No ally, this would include evaluation of past participation history, growth trends and future population growth estimates. In this instance, however, we did not have access to all of the variables for each of the activities. In the case of youth soccer, the Department contacted the College Station Soccer Club and received a seven-year registration history. The soccer club did not provide a forecast of future growth, however. In this instance, staff reviewed the growth history and discovered that the youth soccer program had growth ranging between 1% and 20% a. ually. Additionally, in a conversation with Mitchell Smith, President of the Brazos Valley Youth Soccer Association, it was stated that soccer is growing at an average of 10% a ually, nationwide. According to the Development Services Department, the population in College Station is expected to grow at a rate of 3%per year for the next ten years. The College Station School District is projecting a 3% growth rate for the student population'. Given these factors, the Department estimated that soccer would continue to grow at a rate of 10% per year for the next 5 years. However, it is believed that the City's slower growth rate would not support this rate of growth for the full ten years. Therefore, the growth rate is estimated at 5% annually for years 6-10. With Adult Soccer, no trend data was available after numerous requests were made of the Brazos Valley Soccer Association. Therefore, growth for Adult soccer was estimated at 3% a ually, in keeping pace with the City's growth projections. Likewise, the girls fastpitch softball program, while increasing in popularity and experiencing some growth, does not have enough history to adequately estimate a trend. The best estimate is that the program will grow at the same rate as the general City population, 3 percent. Adult softball has presented somewhat of challenge in estimating growth. Until 2000, the program was operating above capacity and turning teams away. In 2000 however, the City began charging an additional $75 per team Facility Replacement Fee. When this fee took effect, Per telephone conversation with Ann Ganter,Assistant to the Superintendent for Policy and District Foundation Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 3 participation dropped for the first time in eleven years. Participation dropped again in 2001. Some of the teams that stopped participating in the College Station program started to play in the City of Bryan's program. However, that program has reached capacity. It is the Department's estimate that the downward trend in adult softball will end this year and the program will begin to recover its participation base. Because the program was once at capacity and lost participation due to factors other than population saturation, it is estimated that the program will, for at least the first 5 years, grow at a rate above the City's estimated 3%. This is especially true given the fact that the program had not only reached its maximum participation on the current complex, but also the fact that the Department was turning away approximately 100 teams a year. Given these factors, it is estimated that the adult softball will grow at a rate of 5% annually. Requirements Another factor to consider in determining the need for additional facilities at the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex is the capacity of the fields. This is the number of teams or individuals each field can support. In the case of the youth soccer fields, the College Station Soccer Club did not provide a number of teams or individuals that could use each field. Therefore, staff took the current registration number 1,551 and divided it by the current number of game fields, 11, to develop a ratio of 141 participants or 13 teams per field, at the current rate of usage. With the adult soccer program, they are currently playing with 21 teams on 3 fields. In the case of adult softball, we have previously had 45 teams per field, per season, which includes the men's, women's and co-recreational programs. This is above our optimum level of 32 teams per field per season. This type of scheduling was required to acco odate the demand for adult softball on the fields currently available. Even with the decrease in participation due to the fee increase in 2000, we are still above our optimum field use limit. This requires some teams to begin games at 10:15 at night. Additionally, changes in the rules governing the Amateur Softball Association, the national governing body for the softball programs, now require the adult men's softball to be played on fields with a minimum distance to the outfield fences of 300 feet. The current fields at Central Park have a field depth of only 275 feet, and ca ot be expanded. This severely limits the types of leagues the City can offer, even with local rule modifications. It also prevents the City from hosting adult men's slow pitch tournaments, which can have a significant economic impact. The girls' fast-pitch softball program currently utilizes four fields located throughout the community. These include the two fields at Bee Creek Park, one at Lemontree Park and one at Luther Jones Park. Lemontree and Luther Jones are neighborhood parks that currently provide services, which are better, suited for community parks. Additionally, Luther Jones Park softball field is not lighted and has no parking or restrooms. There are also several competitive "traveling" teams that are organized in the area and utilize the College Station fields. These teams will also benefit from the conversion of the Central Park softball fields to a youth complex. Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 4 Recommendations At this time, the Department is recommending that the first priority for development in Phase II of the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex be the completion of the five-field adult softball complex. This will include three lighted fields, concession area and restroom facilities. The recommendation also includes the expansion of the parking facilities adjacent to the softball complex. Currently, there are approximately 400 parking spaces being built in Phase I. By completing the additional parking there would be an increase of approximately 260 spaces. There are several reasons for this reco H. endation for additional softball fields. First, the current adult softball complex at Central Park is over utilized. The maximum level of play on these fields in order to properly maintain them and not have games starting after 1 Opm is four games per night. Currently, there are five games a night scheduled on some fields. While this is possible, it is detrimental to the overall quality of the program. At the current level of participation, we have an average of 35.33 teams per field per season, and optimal is 32 teams per field per season. This includes men, women and co-rec leagues. With the construction of the five-field complex, the average would be 28.27 teams per field per season based upon current registration levels. This would allow the program to grow through 2006 before we may have to limit registrations or play 5 games per field per night again. Additionally, as stated before, the field dimensions at Central Park are too small for regulation play. The completion of the five-field adult softball complex would not only allow the City program to grow and develop, but would also increase the variety of tournaments that the City may host. Currently, the City can only host youth or Adult Fastpitch softball tournaments due to the existing field sizes. With the 315 foot fences planned for the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex softball fields, the City will be eligible to host all levels of adult slowpitch softball tournaments. As many as 100 teams participate in some of these tournaments. Additionally, by moving the adult program to VPAC, the Department will be able to relocate the girls fastpitch program to Central Park. This will benefit the girls program in several ways. First, it will put the entire program at one complex, reducing the maintenance costs, a concern noted during the 2001 fee study. Secondly, it will reduce the travel for parents who have children playing at more than one facility and provide more facilities. Finally, by having all of the games at one facility, the participants would have a chance to see others play increasing the community atmosphere of the program. The fields at Lemon Tree and Luther Jones could be re-programmed to other uses with less impact on the residents of the neighborhoods. As programs grow, the existing softball fields at Bee Creek Park can be used to handle any overflow. The Co-Recreational and Adult Fastpitch leagues could, if needed, play at Bee Creek. This Co-Recreational portion of the program can still play on fields with 275-foot fences. There are currently 50 teams per season. The Adult Fastpitch program, which currently only plays one season a year could play on the 250' field at Bee Creek Park. Finally, the youth program could still use the fields at Bee Creek if needed. Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 5 Non-Athletic Park Needs In addition to the athletic fields and parking, it is recommended to build the picnic pavilion and playground area next to the original six soccer fields. With the increase in patrons comes an increase in the need for entertainment facilities for those not directly taking part in the athletic activities. Last year there were 340 pavilion rentals in College Station and 623 rentals in Bryan. A large pavilion would be a good addition to the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. The construction of one and one-quarter mile of trail as additional amenity is also recommended. In addition, be a need to add restrooms and additional shop space to the maintenance facility currently under construction in phase I. This space is needed to house the equipment and perso el required to maintain the park in a safe and enjoyable fashion. With regard to soccer fields, there may be a need for some additional fields, however, the exact number is hard to dete ine. This is because the fields that are being built are full size adult fields. As such, these fields can be subdivided into a greater number of youth fields with the simple addition of marking paint and goals. The exact number of fields that can be marked will depend upon which size field is needed for that season. However, each adult field could be e s' subdivided into at least two youth fields and give the City 12 new game fields for the youth. This would bring the total to 23 youth game fields, which fulfills the projected youth soccer field needs through 2010. One potential problem to that approach is the possibility that the parking and restrooms will be inadequate to support the number of users. For the adult soccer program, teams are currently playing on 3 fields in the fall and 5 fields in the spring. The adult program also utilizes several fields in the City of Bryan. To develop the projections for future needs, we have applied the same 141 participants per field standard that we used with the youth program. This is reasonable given the fact that adult soccer averages 18-20 players per team and youth teams have a maximum of 11 players, resulting in fewer teams in the adult program trying to use the fields. Using these assumptions, the adult program can continue to play on the existing fields through 2010. Therefore, any new soccer field development could be delayed until after 2007 when the new fields will reach capacity. Phasing Recommendations The implementation of the master plan for Veterans Park and Athletic Complex is recognized as a long-term process. The magnitude of the overall project necessitates a "phased" plan is developed. The process has been divided into four distinct phases, which will occur over a multi year period. These phases are illustrated in the illustration. Phase I development began construction in November 2001 and is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2000. The scope of the Phase I project emphasizes the development of a six-field soccer complex with restrooms and parking facilities. Also, this phase includes two softball fields with parking, a small maintenance building and the main park road with an entrance on Harvey Road. The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial will be constructed as a separate project in Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 6 conjunction with the first phase development. All utility, drainage and road improvements for the first phase are designed to support the future development of the park. Phase II is being planned for incorporation in the next five year CIP (2002-2008). The priority for the Phase II development must be the completion of the five field softball complex. This will require the construction of three additional fields, expanded parking facility and a concession and restroom building. In addition, the development of other recreational amenities is recommended for the second phase. These include the trail, group pavilion and playground area and adjacent parking facilities. Phase III should emphasize the completion of the remaining seven soccer fields and related restrooms and parking facilities. Also, this phase should include the completion of Veterans Parkway. The operation of the soccer fields, softball complex and pavilion will require a second entrance to the park. This will be located on University Drive. This project will most likely be developed between 2009 and 2013. Phase IV will complete the park sometime after 2013. It will include the development of the four-fiel Base/1ml omplex, the second pavilion, batting cages, restrooms, additional parking facilities ant- o pletion of the trail system. This will provide a significant regional park with the capability of oviding athletic facilities for the co unity for many years. It will also serve as a major attraction for tourism related activities including tournaments, conventions and cultural activities. 0,)q. kt) ( f\L Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 7 Table I - Adult Softball Year teams lost Number of Number of Number of Number of Percentage due to teams participants softball fields Softball Increase capacity needed to Fields meet demand 1981 0 120 1,980 2 4 0% 1982 0 120 1 ,980 2 4 0% 1983 0 160 2,640 2 4 33% 1984 0 180 2,970 2 4 13% 1985 0 .......240 3,960 IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII 4 33% 1986 0 280...... 4,620 3 4 17% 1 987 0 340 5,610 4 4 21% 1988 20 460 7,590 5 4 41% 198940 520 �,5�0 6 4 17% 1990 60 520 x,580 7 4 4% 1991 90 520 x,580 7 4 6% 1992 100 520 8,580 7 4 2% 1993 100 520 x,580 4 0% 1994 1 00 520 8,580 7 4 0% 1995 100 520 x,580 7 4 0% 1 996 100 520 8,580 7 4 0% 1 997 100 520 x,580 7 4 0% 1998 105 520 8,580 7 4 1% 1 999 105 520 8,580 7 4 0% 2000 0 474 7,821 5 4 -9% 2001 0 424 6,996 5 4 41% 2002 ? 445 7,346 5 4 5% 2003 ? 467 7,713 5 6f 5% 2004 ? 491 8,099 6 6 5% 2005 ? 515 8,504 6 6 5% 2006 ? 541 8,929 6 92 5% 2007 ? 568 9,375 6 9 5% 2008 ? 597 9,844 7 9 5% 2009 ? 626 10,336 7 9 5% 2010 ? 658 10,853 7 9 5% 1) First two fields at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex 2) Completion of five field VPAC complex; Shares four field complex at Central Park with youth program Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 8 Table II - Girls Fastpitch Softball Year Number of number of number of Number of youth Number of Percentage teams turned teams participants softball fields youth Increase away needed to meet softball demand Game Fields 1999 0 30 360 2 31- 0% 2000 0 34 408 2 3 13% 2001 0 32 3842 3 -6/ 2002 0 33 396.._ 2 3 3% 2003 0 34407 2 3 3% 2004 0 35 420 2 _ 3 3% 2005 0 36 432 2 3 3% 2006 0 37 445 3 42 3% 2007 0 38 459 3 4 3% 2008 0 39 468 3 4 2% 2009 ? 40 482 3 4 3% ._........ ... 2010 ? 41 497 3 4 3% 1) Bee Creek—2 Lemon Tree-1 2) Completion of five field VPAC complex; Shares four field complex at Central Park with youth program Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 9 Table III ® Adult Soccer Year Number of Number of number of Number of soccer Number of Percentage teams teams participants fields needed to Soccer Increase turned meet demand Fields away 2001 0 19 313 3 51 3% /o 2002 0 20 322 3 5 3% 2003 0 21 332 3 112 3% 2004 0 21342 3 11 3% ........ ...... 2005 0 22 352 3 11 3% 2006 0 23 363 3 11 3% 2007 0 23 374 3 11 3% 2008 0 24 385 3 93 3% 2009 ? 25 396 3 9 3% 2010 ? 26 408 3 9 3% 1) Central Park® 3 Fields Southwood Athletic Park® 2 Fields (Spring Only) 2) VPAC ® 6 fields, 2 with lights 3) Two Adult fields converted to four youth fields Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 10 Table IV ® Youth Soccer Year Number of number of number of Number of soccer Number of Percentage teams teams participants fields needed to Soccer Increase turned meet demand Fields away 2001 0 119 1,551 11 131 10% 2002 ? 131 1,706 12 13 10% 2003 ? 144 1,877 13 192 10% 2004 ? 159 2,066 15 19 10% 2005 ? 175 2,273 16 19 10% 2006 ? 192 2,500 18 19 10% 2007 ? 210 2,625 19 19 5% 2008 ? 212 _ 2,756 20 223 5% e 2009 ? 223 2,894 21 22 5% a 2010 ? 234 3,039 22 22 5% 1) Anderson Park®5 Fields Southwood Athletic Park® 5 Fields (3 during fall season, 5 during spring season) Central Park ® 3 Fields 2) VAPC ® 6 Fields 3) Two adult fields converted to four youth fields Veterans Park&Athletic Complex Needs Assessment 11 rt .., ft BUILDING ........... -145. 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L ...„_.• .......•• .._... . . _ • _.,.„.., . • _ . . . ......... • • . .............. ....,,,.. ‘,... , • •• _ . . .............. •• .. • pmENT••.....•• ••_..... pLEX PHASES 0 c COM LET' VETERAN pARK A ND ATH F DEVELO „, / / NEEDS ASSESSMENT VETE A NS PARK AND ATHLETIC COMPLEX February, 2002 In the 1998 Capital Improvement Project Bond election, funds were provided for the initial development of the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. (VPAC) In November of 2001, City Council awarded a contract for the phase I development which includes the construction of six adult soccer fields, two of which are lighted, and two lighted adult softball fields. This report is intended to help guide the second phase of development of the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, including recommendations on the type and number of additional facilities to be built. Methodology In order to evaluate the future needs of VPAC properly, it is necessary to dete ine how many users there will be. Normally, this would include evaluation of past participation history, growth trends and future population growth estimates. In this instance, however, we did not have access to all of the variables for each of the activities. In the case of youth soccer, the Department contacted the College Station Soccer Club and received a seven-year registration history. The soccer club did not provide a forecast of future growth, however. In this instance, staff reviewed the growth history and discovered that the youth soccer program had growth ranging between 1% and 20% a ually. Additionally, in a conversation with Mitchell Smith, President of the Brazos Valley Youth Soccer Association, it was stated that soccer is growing at an average of 10% annually, nationwide. According to the Development Services Department, the population in College Station is expected to grow at a rate of 3%per year for the next ten years. The College Station School District is projecting a 3% growth rate for the student population'. Given these factors, the Department estimated that soccer would continue to grow at a rate of 10% per year for the next 5 years. However, it is believed that the City's slower growth rate would not support this rate of growth for the full ten years. Therefore, the growth rate is estimated at 5% annually for years 6-10. With Adult Soccer, no trend data was available after numerous requests were made of the .razos Valley Soccer Association. Therefore, growth for Adult soccer was estimated at 3% a ually, in keeping pace with the City's growth projections. Likewise, the girls fastpitch softball program, while increasing in popularity and experiencing some growth, does not have enough history to adequately estimate a trend. The best estimate is that the program will grow at the same rate as the general City population, 3 percent. Adult softball has presented somewhat of challenge in estimating growth. Until 2000, the program was operating above capacity and turning teams away. In 2000 however, the City began charging an additional $75 per team Facility Replacement Fee. When this fee took effect, participation dropped for the first time in eleven years. Participation dropped again in 2001. Some of the teams that stopped participating in the College Station program started to play in the City of Bryan's program. However, that program has reached capacity. It is the Department's 1 Per telephone conversation with Ann Ganter,Assistant to the Superintendent for Policy and District Foundation 02/04/02 2:20 PM 1 estimate that the downward trend in adult softball will end this year and the program will begin to recover its participation base. Because the program was once at capacity and lost participation due to factors other than population saturation, it is estimated that the program will, for at least the first 5 years, grow at a rate above the City's estimated 3%. This is especially true given the fact that the program had not only reached its maximum participation on the current complex, but also the fact that the Department was turning away approximately 100 teams a year. Given these factors, it is estimated that the adult softball will grow at a rate of 5% annually. Requirements Another factor to consider in determining the need for additional facilities at the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex is the capacity of the fields. This is the number of teams or individuals each field can support. In the case of the youth soccer fields, the College Station Soccer Club did not provide a number of teams or individuals that could use each field. Therefore, staff took the current registration number 1,551 and divided it by the current number of game fields, 11, to develop a ratio of 141 participants or 13 teams per field, at the current rate of usage. With the adult soccer program, they are currently playing with 21 teams on 3 fields. In the case of adult softball, we have previously had 45 teams, per field, per season. This is above our optimum level of 32 teams per field per season. We went to this type of scheduling to accommodate the demand for adult softball on the available fields. Even with the decrease in participation due to the fee increase in 2000, we are still above our optimum field use limit; this requires some teams to begin games at 10:15 at night. Additionally, due to changes in the rules governing the Amateur Softball Association, the national governing body for our softball program, the adult men's softball, which is the City's largest program, should be played on fields with a minimum field depth of 300 feet. The current fields at Central Park have a field depth of only 275 feet, and cannot be expanded. This severely limits the types of leagues the City can offer, even with local rule modifications, and prevents the City from hosting adult men's slow pitch tournaments. These tournaments can have a significant economic impact. In regards to girls' fast-pitch softball, games are currently played on four fields around town. These include the two fields at Bee Creek Park, one at Lemontree Park and one at Luther Jones 4c..f ‘sk-A-1 (' Park. In the case of both Lemontree and Luther Jones parks, both of these are neighborhood parks on which we have been forced, by demand for services, to place activities traditionally held in community parks. Additionally, Luther Jones Park softball field is not lighted and has no parking or restrooms. There are also several competitive "traveling" teams that are organized in the area and utilize College Station fields. These teams would benefit from the conversion of the Central Park softball fields to a youth complex. Recommendations At this f , D epartment is recommending that the first priority for development in phase two of the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex be the completion of the five field adult softball complex, including three lighted fields, concession area and restroom facilities. Additionally, the Department recommends that the parking adjacent to and across the street from the softball complex be expanded. Currently, there are approximately 400 parking space being built. By 02/04/02 2:20 PM 2 completing the additional parking there would be an increase of approximately 260 spaces. There are several reasons for this recommendation. First, the current adult softball complex at Central Park is over utilized. The maximum level of play on these fields in order to properly maintain them and not have players playing late at night, is four games a night. Currently, we are playing five games a night on some fields. While this is possible, it is detrimental to proper maintenance of the fields. Also it requires starting games after 10 p.m. during normal workweek nights. At the current level of participation, we have an average of 35.33 teams per field per season, and optimal is 32 teams per field per season. With the construction of the five-field complex, the average would be 28.27 teams per field per season. This would allow the program to grow through 2006 before we may have to limit registrations or play 5 games per field per night again. Additionally, as stated before, the current complex at Central Park is to small for regulation play. As the adult program grows, the Co-Recreational and Adult Fastpitch leagues could, if needed, play at Bee Creek. This Co-Recreational portion of the program can still play on fields with 275- foot fences. There are currently 50 teams per season. The Adult Fastpitch program, which currently only plays one season a year could play on the one field at Bee Creek Park that has a 250-foot fence. The completion of the five-field adult softball complex would not only allow the City program to grow and develop, but would also increase the variety of tournaments that the City may host. Currently, the City can only host youth or Adult Fastpitch softball tournaments. With the 315 foot fences planned for the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex softball fields, the City would be eligible to host all levels of adult slowpitch softball tournaments. In some cases, there are 50 to 100 teams participating in these tournaments. Additionally, by moving the adult program to VPAC, the Department will be able to relocate the girls fastpitch program to Central Park. This will benefit the girls program in several ways. First, it will put the entire program at one complex, reducing the maintenance costs, a concern noted during the 2001 fee study. Secondly, it will reduce the travel for parents who have children playing at more than one facility and provide more facilities. Finally, by having all of the games played at one facility, the participants would have a chance to see others play increasing the community atmosphere of the program. In addition to the athletic fields and parking, the Department would recommend building the picnic pavilion and playground area next to the original six soccer fields. With the increase in patrons comes an increase in the need for entertainment facilities for those not directly taking part in the activities. Additionally, last year there were 340 pavilion rentals in College Station and 623 rentals in Bryan. The inclusion of one and one-quarter mile of trail as additional amenity is also recommended. There will also be a need to add restrooms and additional shop space to the maintenance facility currently under construction in phase I. This space is needed to house the equipment and personnel required to maintain the park in a safe and enjoyable fashion. Finally, the Department is recommending that the current main park road being built be extended to University Drive. This serves two major purposes. The first is to allow park patrons easier 02/04/02 2:20 PM 3 r 4'43 access to and from the facility and reduce the impact upon the existing entrance on Harvey Rd. ------) Secondly, this will allow a second entrance for emergency vehicles if needed. _- -- As a result of moving the girls fastpitch program to Central Park, the fields at Bee Creek --- on Tree and Fairview could be re-programmed to other uses. Lemon Tree and Fai-, eW could be returned to neighborhood parks for practice use with less traffic impacting the residents. With regard to soccer fields, there may be a need for some additional fields, however, the exact number is hard to determine. This is because the fields that are being built are full size adult fields. As such, these fields can be subdivided into a greater number of youth fields with the simple addition of marking paint and goals. The exact number of fields that can be marked will depend upon which size field is needed for that season. However, each adult field could be subdivided into two youth fields and give the City 12 new game fields for the youth. This will bring the total to 23 youth game fields, which fulfills the projected youth soccer field needs through 2010. One potential problem to that approach is the possibility that the parking and restrooms will be inadequate to support the number of users. For the adult soccer program, teams are currently playing on 3 fields in the fall and 5 fields in the spring. Here, we have applied the same 141 participants per field standard that we used with the youth program. This is reasonable given the fact that adult soccer averages 18-20 players per team and youth teams have a maximum of 11 players, resulting in fewer teams in the adult program trying to use the fields. Using these assumptions, the adult program can continue to play on the existing fields through 2010. Therefore, any new soccer field development could be delayed until after 2007 when the new fields will reach capacity. çZ kNIL) J lc': \c r 2 -1 br . 7 'D \ • ,..7oL...... '.) 02/04/02 2:20 PM 4 Adult Softball Year teams lost number of number of Number of Number of Percentage due to teams participants softball fields Softball Increase capacity needed to Fields meet demand 1981 0 120 1 ,980 2 4 0% 1982 0 120 1 ,980 2 4 0% 1983 0 160 2,640 2 4 33% 1984 0 180 2,970 2 4 13% 1985 0 240 3,960 3 4 33% 1986 0 280 4,620 3 4 17% 1987 0 340 5,610 4 4 21% 1988 20 460 7,590 5 4 41% 1989 40 520 8,580 6 4 17% 1990 60 520 8,580 7 4 4% 1991 90 520 8,580 7 4 6% 1992 100 520 8,580 7 4 2% 1993 100 520 8,580 T 4 0% , . 1994 100 520 8,580 7 4 1 0% 1995 100 520 8,5807 4 0% , , ' 1996 100 520 8,580 7 4 0% 1997 100 520 8,580 7 4 0% 1998 105 520 8,580 7 4 1% 1999 105 520 8,580 7 4 0% 2000 0 474 7,821 5 4 -9% 2001 0 424 6,996 5 4 41% 2002 ? 445 7,346 5 4 5% 2003 ? 467 7,713 5 61 5% 2004 ? 491 8,099 6 6 5% 2005 ? 515 8,504 6 6 5% 2006 ? 541 8,929 6 92 5% 2007 ? 568 9,375 6 9 5% 2008 ? 597 9,844 7 9 5% 2009 ? 626 10,336 7 9 5% 2010 ? 658 10,853 7 9 5% 1) First two fields at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex 2) Completion of five field VPAC complex; Shares four field complex at Central Park with youth program 02/04/02 2:20 PM 5 Girls Fastpitch Softball Year number of number of number of Number of youth Number of Percentage teams turned teams participants softball fields youth Increase away needed to meet softball demand Game Fields 1999 0 30 360 2 31 0% 2000 0 34 408 2 3 13% 2001 0 32 384 2 3 -6% 2002 0 33 396 2 3 3% 2003. 0 34 407 2 3 3% 2004 0 35 420 2 3 3% 2005 0 36 432 2 3 3% 2006 0 37 * 445 3 42 3% 2007 0 38 459 3 4 3% 2008 0 39 468 3 4 2% 2009 ? 40 482 3 4 3% 2010 ? 41 497 3 4 3% 1) Bee Creek—2 Lemon Tree-1 2) Completion of five field VPAC complex; Shares four field complex at Central Park with youth program 02/04/02 2:20 PM 6 3) Adult Soccer Year number of number of number of Number of soccer Numberf o Percentage teams teams participants fields needed to Soccer Increase turned meet demand Fields away 2001 0 19 313 3 5 1 /o o 3 2002 0 20 322 3 5 3% 2003 0 21 332 3 112 3% /o 2004 0 21 342 3 11 /o 0 3 2005 0 22 352 3 11 3% 2006 0 23 363 3 11 3% 2007 0 23 374 3 11 3% 2008 0 24 385 _ /o 3 93 3 0 2009 ? 25 396 3 9 /o 0 3 2010 ? 26 408 3 9 3% 1) Central Park— 3 Fields Southwood Athletic Park—2 Fields (Spring Only) 2) VPAC —6 fields, 2 with lights 3) Two Adult fields converted to four youth fields 4) Youth Soccer Year number of number of number of Number of soccer Number of Percentage teams teams participants fields needed to Soccer Increase turned meet demand Fields away 2001 0 119 1,551 11 131 10% 2002 ? 131 1,706 12 13 10% 2003 ? 144 1,877 13 192 10% 2004 ? 159 2,066 15 1910%° 2005 ? 175 2,273 16 19 10% 2006 ? 192 2,500 18 19 10% /o 0 2007 ? 210 2,625 19 19 5% 2008 ? 212 2,756 20 223 5% 2009 ? 223 2,894 21 22 5% 2010 ? 234 3,039 22 22 50 /o 1) Anderson Park—5 Fields Southwood Athletic Park — 5 Fields (3 during fall season, 5 during spring season) Central Park - 3 Fields 2) VAPC — 6 Fields 3) Two adult fields converted to four youth fields 02/04/02 2:20 PM 7 COMMUNITY PARK "SOUTH" Potential Elements for Master Plan Development Vision Statement 4, Strategic Issue 44 The new Community Park for College Station will be located at Rock Prairie Road adjacent to the current landfill operated by the Brazos Valley Solid Waste Management Association (BVSWMA). This close proximity to the landfill will be beneficial in the future because when the landfill is closed it is expected to be utilized as park and open space. The use of the landfill property will be dependent on regulations that control the type of activity and potential disturbance of the cap covering the site. The Community Park is approximately 65 acres and will provide a number of amenities for residents in the fast-growing southern portion of the city. This park also has an important link to an extensive greenway along Lick Creek. Other significant community parks in College Station include Central, Bee Creek, and Southwood Athletic Complex. These parks contain the backbone of the park system's athletic facilities, but also contain typical neighborhood park items such as picnic tables, playgrounds, and walking trails. The list of potential elements for the new Community Park was developed from a number of sources. The primary source for this information was the College Station Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan adopted in 1999. This plan projects needs for athletic facilities through 2010. A few parameters have changed since 1999, but its basic conclusions are valid. Other input was received from the needs assessment produced for Veterans Park and from ideas received from staff. Some of the facilities listed have specific numbers of recommended facilities derived from the current master plan. The Master Plan development phase will further specify the location and numbers of facilities needed. Population changes and growth patterns of various programs will be utilized to fine-tune the Master Plan. COMMUNITY PARK "SOUTH" Potential Elements Playgrounds Greenway Connection Youth Baseball Fields (3) Swimming Pool Tennis Courts (4) Parking Basketball Courts (2) Athletic Practice Area (soccer, baseball and softball) Trails (Hike & Bike) Maintenance Facility Natural Areas Existing Pond Redevelopment Group Pavilion A Conceptual Master Plan was prepared for the landfill and reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Board. Since the development of this plan, BVSWMA has enlarged the landfill and extended the expected life of the landfill. This will alter some of the potential use, but most of the Conceptual Master Plan is still valid. During the development of the Community Park Master Plan, the Landfill Conceptual Master Plan should be updated to reflect changes that have occurred in the size and scope of the landfill. 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'. . .v.,',,,...v‘r,,,N,i- att,•-' 1— , tri14",,i•I''.--"''''';'4'11t-4 littifi'fi- 0?:',:b.*ttsit3",e,,,,,43,,=----., SECTION MISSION STATEMENT Section 1 Page 1 of 2 MISSION STATEMENT To provide the ci.ti.zens of College Station with facilliess: recr ational and leisure activities that are geographically and demographically acceessible and serve a diversity of interests. s7-t,A PPMt•tz4t-,:::k usisa iipitait#,-;fiz;, NPattiz a 04 Recreation - - City of College &ail:0,n SECONDARY MISSION STATEMENT The Department also supports the K a-ement City's Emergency man g e Program and assi•sts with planning, coordination, r- F onsoomtwaymm, a response, and recovery" ilitp„:7:x3,"...„ �e lismialswour rl y Section 1 Page 2 of SECTION 2 PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Section 2 Page 1 of 11 Parks and Recreation Department Overview Introduction The College Station Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the design, construction and operation of park facilities and the development and implementation of recreation programs in College Station. The current park system includes 31 developed parks comprising 573.68 acres of developed land. In addition, the system includes another 591.98 acres of undeveloped land. Another 50.5 acres is included in other public facilities, for a total of 1,165.65 acres. The system includes six (6) mini parks, 27 neighborhood parks, seven (7) community parks, eight (8) undeveloped neighborhood park sites and one (1) undeveloped regional park site located throughout the community (Table 1). Special recreation facilities include three (3) swimming pools, one conference center, one recreation center, and a teen center. The Department is also responsible for the operation of the College Station Junior High School natatorium, under the provisions of a joint use agreement with the College Station Independent School District(CSISD). The Department currently provides a wide variety of programs and activities for community residents of all ages. Over 270 classes are offered annually through the Xtra Education program, which is a cooperative joint venture with CSISD. Xtra Education classes fall into several categories: special interest, kids-only, arts and crafts, dance, sports and outdoors, communication, self-help, business, and classes especially for seniors. In addition, the Department provides a variety of programs, services, and activities on an annual basis for citizens of all ages in the following areas: cultural programs, aquatic programs, instructional classes (swim lessons, water aerobics, tennis lessons), athletic programs/leagues, special events, special services (rentals of ballfields and pavilions, Conference Center, Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater, Cemetery, etc.). The Fiscal Year 2002 Parks and Recreation operating budget is $6,305,307 (Table 2). The Department has 72 full-time and two (2) part-time, benefited employees, as well as approximately 85 full-time equivalent positions (Table 3). The Department also employs approximately 80 additional part-time employees through the CSISD for operation of the Kids Klub after-school care program (established in 1987). Kids Klub's financial administration is handled by CSISD. Over 700 children (1999 - 727 participants, 2000 - 715 participants, 2001 - 750 participants) in grades Pre-K through 6th grade participate in this program on a daily basis at seven (7) campus locations throughout the community. The Parks and Recreation Department operates the College Station City Cemetery, Conference Center, Teen Center, and Lincoln Recreation Center. In addition, the Department is responsible for the design, installation, and maintenance of landscape areas at other municipal facilities, as well as urban forest management throughout the City. Section 2 Page 2 of 11 'fable 1 College Station yInventory ol co a cr) a ® �„ 12 c5 2 0 Lighted co cn �-' „' J El 0. < Facilities �� ,. �� to to �_ CO) �- �' � � � � M .� � { n_ u., cn co < a-- cap 0 < ,� Unlighted ar_ATit A" : Q — Lt ui (9 cn m tx m ± 4 ..i r coact:S��rio� 2 a— 0 cr, ce — -6 u1 uJ ® co e — z Facilities Y ;. , , w •_ :. : .... . :. : . .::. . � .. : # :. ._.; lli BEE CREEKl +it 0 0 C0 �����131LLEADEL_YpK.'S1T_, .. . . . X ;: . . 5 .Atndevefi0 ;�� BRISON ,0 9.20��� - ���� 10 "ERtTHERS:POND; : . _: "'sliMiti1l2a k CASTLEGATE Sall11241 11111111 i ..CEMETERY...:.....:.:. ..,.:.• ,,: 8.50. .. , ,` t '.. 3M �:-,' t ., CENTRAL � :X :: .. ::cl �e�ete 47.20 0 0 0 IN 01 milligi 01 10 0 2 297 CONFERENCE ENTER,_. 2x30: *1 .-..limompin .. Eismiliiiimill'76-iiiiiiii•-•4Ontir:'::j CY MILLER 1 .50 113 :►office dept. E EASTGA /'y Y EDELWEISS - 12,30 pm 1 1 a ' 1 :EDLI' IS. .wC�ARTENS<:�.. � :_' 11,. EMERALD FOREST _ ' • •m• aw u : 01 ��� 0112 � Ems� ,-W-• 1010_.... , lin 0 1 'el 111.01/3M1'---,'MinlEall al . . .,..„,,,,,,,„,„„,„,„,,,,,,„„,„„„,:„.„,,.-......,, GEORGIE K. FITCH .. N 4 $ 1 o i -i :-,�.:.,.... -:-....: CO .. HEN.. „...5„..,,:::...„:„.,..„:„..,..„.•.„ ,:.. � 5' SEL.. .:_ .... ... .. .:..........::.... ,:. .,".. JACK DOROTHY MILLER 10.00 alszamucuirimmaimincummommipsammiummmunt .LEM 3NTRE.E:...,.:. '.::-;::::: ::.ht.'. :;., :. '1 3 12 o LICK CREEK R 50 NMI 60 undevelo s ed RE_ •. 1 LONG IRE N0 4.16�ri iai«m m asamam LUTHER:<JO.NES -.:� ...... •.. : .......a _If y MERRY OMSi U 460 W' 1 II PARKWAY 1 . .90 s I � ..a:.: ,:•. Yom,; RAINTREE q ° E n Cg . m�s 0 ������ !:RtE �IRp..:Ci4RTER, ::�; nommi� - � to iI SANDSTONE I N 15 21 11111 el/ 49 • �. �' MIENME AND 1.-.P ,.., T :,:.. .:..,:,.•;.L t: .. ,: , ,.., :.. 5;;• ..,.s..:2iiiiiiiiiiiii14.4ti SOUTHEAST COMM. PARK 62 • ,a - :•:•;:-.:•:''•'-•t vet. SMUT EST SARK SITE .,:� ,. >i77 .. .;<_.._.. �,.:�.. �....... .. t. ::uride���#0 4••6d : x SOUTHWOOD ATHLETIC 44.70 0 0 2 0 2 0 5 0 6 0 4 0 544 teen center STEEPLECHAS.E..:PAR{.SITE {ice, THOMAS 16.10 0 5 4 0113 2 0 2 0 27 .•UNIVERSITY ARK 'SIT • 10.20 ..:A., : >... MINIIMMI"'iuiant'et%eddi .VETERANS ATHLETIC PIC i 50.00 ypq� W..A...:.:F'. -R zil,ci, _:. .... r- 03_' • 03 oy a ' WESTFIELD E:,..: 29�1 37 Ms� �� �� ����I� edi Y r' Q 19.49 Q;,:0 1 131110111111113111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 WOLF PEN CREEK � o o © � 36 �.,��;'_ -, �/+�) pry' ��++ggBpqy/i,+., �/qyfJgq �r.,�,,7�.q/ /'� ai OODCREEK j.,;,:,:., :_”' ,R .90: :.01 '^";:'':' .17:3 0112 ,O 5 r i5 -: WOODLAND HILLS N 3 20 undeveloped 1WOODWAY PARK SITE` N 26 f u`rideVelo ped M - Mini Park N - Neighborhood Park Quantity Type of ParksOta A cr ag C - CommunityPark 6 Mini Parks 10.87 R - Regional.Park - Regional Athletic Park 27Neighborhood Parks7.70 *Hensel Park is not included in the total acreage for Community ar .25 Community Parks. Regional aturai Park 515.50 1 Regional.Athletic Park 150.00 Section 2 Page 3 of 11 Table 2 CITY OF COLLEGE STATION ON ' PARKS :',.:.:. ,,-,D RECREATION DEP z-ii,',: -i•":,-,." TMENT Fiscal Year (reference AS400) 2002 Budget $61305 307 J J , ) ) ;9 ----' ' ' (includes Servic e L ev_1 Adjustments) _____1_,---------, Adjmjjj.ii-i;t4- ;; I I 1- I I: -,---Re----J--Lr -°n--- • --17I111-- -1--a1Facei'-jiie;1-1- I, - ---Parks O_-,p--1,I e---,r-- -,-at---ions i Forestry 51lt1 5382 ' 5383 5 !651139 $992483 ?1'9 61!583 $1,805606 $ 14916 Administration Administration Administration Administration FNWolf C reek 641 : 641 651 651 648 -651 1139 $234,964 $73,537 $427,886 $87,760 Athletics(HMInstruction East Distract Cemetery 640 645 656 649 $93'447 $214,811 $577,448 $138,415 I I Athletics -/M Programs South District Forestry 643 650 657 659 $373,367 $10,850 $403,891 $668,741 1 - J Concessions 658 i ? I ! 644 $955,530 $396,381 j I $1,855 --- I 1 i Aquatics II il West District 652 Forestry 1 i I HiM Conference Center ! $894,916 Programs I 1 653 . $651 139 14% ' Recreation , 646 i $266,671 ; 3 $97,843 I $992,08 10% Administration ' Services 654 I 1 I Senior 647 $266,668 $ 33s i I 11 11:Lincoln Recreation Center i -604 \ \ 46, I •,,,,,,,,*„*A7- 3.4::,,,, inpo- FM Programs&EventsI Afttlial*Ifillariftillatettlitt$1111.11 , i Youth Services 655 $144,289 I 1!,!****Viatit***I":41,0**11116eticAllp ! ozl-Wol-*ijl,orst---J- oset*-S**taf,rermertattjisosssmsssbs 650 1 $171,496 swfm-wjeX.14jjW,fkg3eJpt*aflr%tZiagaeetfaaIgiaiiiP ! 1 I relplatt.66apitiliaps6,1111111111111111111111r operation'416:1."4.111.164$81121,4131,11111P11,11011111:111111,1151110990,1140"11.0-1- $1,805,606 - . 29% / $1,961,563 31% Special Facilities Section 2 Page 4 of 11 COLLEGE STATIONRECREATION T T Fiscal Year 2002 DIRECTOR (44 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR F DIV. 80 DIV. 84 DIV. 81 DIV. 82 DIV. 83 Administration Forestry Recreation Special Facilities Parks Operations 14 employees 1 7 13.Tpby. 31 employees FORESTRY RECREATION RECREATION PARKS SUPERINTENDENT SUPERINTENDENT SUPERINTENDENTF OPERATIONSR SUPERINTENDENTN ff 1 RECREATION RECREATION CONFERENCE LINCOLN POOLS SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR CENTER CENTER Youth Services m Instructions SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR SUPERViSO RPF tr- I I i ASSISTANTREC. ASSISTANT SECRETARY POOLS SUPERVISOR CONFERENCE GRAPHICS SENIOR STAFF TECHNICIAN 't COORDINATO PLANNER ASSISTANT INSTRUCTONS SUPERVISOR � 0 I I I J SECRETARY BUILDING ,�, PLANNERP SR. rj6 SENIOR SERVICES RECREATION RECREATION F RECREATION RECREATION ATTENDANT SECRETARY COORDINATORF SUPERVISORSUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR ® (PT) School Age Care Special Events AthleticLeagues Athletic Events a I ` ` Specialist ff e F P GYM g. , t..,a`` SECRETARY ASSISTANT EEC. ATT(PT) ANT SUPERVISOR Athletic Events/ r I-3.We. p SECRETARY l FORESTRY CEMETERY EAST SOUTH WEST DISTRICT F DISTRICT F SUPERVISOR SEXTON DISTRICT SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR SUPERVISOR F i i I I F PARKS IRRIGATION HORTICULTURE!? FORESTRY CEMETERY CEMETERY CREW LEADER CREW LEADER CREW �, CREME LEADER'. CREW LEADER IF PARKS PARKS PARKS PARKS PARKS PARKS CREW LEADER CREWLEAOER GROUNDS GROUNDS CREW LEADER r F GREW LEADER�"' SPECIALIST WORKER WORKER 4-month Operationiv �" j" EQUIPMENT" EQUIPMENT F EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT HORTICULTURE! HORTICULTURE! EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR OPERATOR OPERATOR F E EQUIPMENT OPERATOR OPERATOR OPERATOR r OPERATOR FORESTRY FORESTRY 4-tnonth OperatioVI 'R��U E PL�YE�S WORKER WORKER .. GROUNDS E GROUNDSGROUNDS rr GROUNDS r. POSMCNT, ER FILLED _. GROUNDS GROUNDS WORKER F WORKER WORKER r WORKER HORTICULTURE/ HORTICULTURE g WORKER WORKER FORESTRY FORESTRY FULLTIME 72 6F) 12 WORKER WORKER Or PA --TIME f 2 . a, If GROUNDS GROUNDS LrGROUNDS GROUNDS WORKER r WORKER ,r WORKER WORKER GROUNDS (i, GROUNDS HORTICULTURE/ HORTICULTURE/ T� 74 68 WORKER WORKER FORESTRY FORESTRY 4-month Operation GROUNDS tp, WORKER WORKER 17=FilledVacantWORKER 4-month Operation(' 4-month Operation Growth and Development Issues and Impacts Growth and Development Growth in the community over the next several years will affect the ability of the Parks and Recreation Department to provide programs and facilities to the users at the current service levels. Population projections for the next ten years indicate that most of the residential development will occur in park zones 9, 10, 11, and 13, which are all located south of Graham Road. Due to the limited number of existing facilities, conflicts currently arise concerning the competition for their use. This is especially prevalent in the athletic programs such as soccer, softball, and baseball for youth and adults. Two (2) populations that are expected to produce additional demands for facilities in the future are the teen population and senior citizens ages 55 and over. Population changes will impact the Department in the next five (5) years. Of the two populations, it is expected that the senior population will have a greater need for increased programs® This is due to the increase in the number of retirees that are attracted to the community as well as the overall demographics of the "baby boomer" age group. This segment of the community has not had a significant level of programming provided to it by the City in the past. Both populations may require specialized facilities to meet their respective needs. This is particularly evident in programming for indoor activities. ® Recreation Programs Changing demographics in the community are expected to have an impact on the types of programs requested by College Station citizens. Parks and Recreation has attempted to provide the programs desired by the citizens of College Station. As growth and changes in the community occur, there may be a change in the types of programs requested by the citizens of College Station. The population growth will continue to reflect an unusually young age range. Currently, 56% of the city's estimated population is between the ages of 15 and 24 years. This is a significant factor in the provision of leisure services due to the higher participation levels in recreation programs by this age group. Additional resources, facilities, and programs will be required to meet these anticipated needs. • Existing Infrastructure Another issue is the aging of the parks infrastructure. Starting in Fiscal Year 1999, $50,000 has been budgeted for a replacement program for parks infrastructure. These funds have been used to pay for the replacement of various park infrastructure items not covered by other policies. This includes sport and area lights, playground structures, irrigation systems, fences, and exercise stations in parks. The amount for Fiscal Year 2002 increased to $75,000. The majority of these funds will be used to replace two (2) playgrounds that no longer meet safety standards. However, this funding does not meet all identified needs. Section 2 Page 6 of 11 Renovations were completed for Adamson Lagoon in Fiscal Year 2000, and for Hallaran Pool in Fiscal Year 2001. These renovations improved the function and appearance of the pools as well as brought the facilities up to standards required by the State. Thomas Pool will receive a renovation in Fiscal Year 2002. Significant funding for replacement items ($333,000) was also approved as part of the successful 1998 General Obligation Election. However, the citizens Capital Improvement Project committee strongly recommended to the City Council that future bond programs not be used for replacement or repair items. Beginning in Fiscal Year 2000, a surcharge on user fees was implemented to create a dedicated fund for replacement of facility infrastructure used by specific groups such as adult softball, youth baseball, youth soccer, and girl's softball. This was approved as part of the Fiscal Year 2000 budget process. The status of these funds is approximately$105,015. • Non-Park Facility Maintenance The City currently contracts the landscape maintenance at seven (7) non-park sites. Privatization of the ground maintenance for non-park municipal facilities including City Hall, the Conference Center, Fire Stations, and the Police Station should be considered in the future. This would reduce the future need to acquire additional personnel, equipment, and shop space. In addition, the basic maintenance functions could then be provided to these areas. Currently, present staffing does not allow for the provision of all the basic services needed for a quality product as prescribed in the approved Parks Maintenance Standards. Another area that should be considered for privatization is the tree maintenance work associated with streets. This is becoming a significant problem to address with the existing forestry crews. Routine tree maintenance in parks has become very sporadic and insufficient to meet the current needs. The Urban Forest Management Plan will help to identify potential solutions to these issues. Parks and Recreation is also affected by the addition of other facilities such as the Utility Service Center, the Business Center, Texas Avenue medians, George Bush Drive medians, and other facilities, because the Department has the responsibility of maintaining the grounds of these facilities. This typically comes in the form of managing contracts to provide lawn maintenance and landscaping services. Even with the privatization of these services, the existing forestry and horticultural crews are understaffed to meet existing demands. This is due to the increase in the number of landscape areas in the parks and at other municipal facilities throughout the City. Given the current workload, additional resources are needed to adequately maintain the existing parks and facilities to the levels attained in the Council approved Park Maintenance Standards. • Development of Existing and New Facilities As growth occurs and new park facilities are developed, a strain is placed on the resources available to maintain those facilities. Over the next several years, a number of projects are planned to come on-line that will impact the operations and maintenance functions of the Parks and Recreation Department. One of these impacts includes several new neighborhood parks in the southern part of the City as new subdivisions develop. It is anticipated that most of this development will occur south of Graham Road. These new parks will affect the maintenance and scheduling of all parks facilities. Section 2 Page 7 of 11 In 1999, new neighborhood park sites were acquired in Shenandoah, Westfield, Steeplechase, and Woodland Hills. Future development of these parks will depend on growth in each area and available funding. The 1998 Bond Issue approved funding for the purchase of land for a community park in the southern portion of the City to serve areas of recent and future growth. Purchase of this 67- acre tract was to be completed in Fiscal Year 2002 with development depending on future funding. Another significant impact was the opening of new sports facilities such as the youth baseball fields in W.A. Tarrow Park in 1999, and the new Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, which is planned for development over the next ten years. Phase I of this new regional athletic park is planned to include six (6) soccer fields, a 333-space parking lot, two (2) softball fields, and a 112-space parking lot, along with a small maintenance building and other amenities. Complete development of the 150-acre park will more than double the number of facilities planned for the first phase as well as add other amenities. In response to the recent Tarrow Park additions, a new maintenance shop was completed for the West District Operations Crew in 2001. Funding for this facility was approved in the 1998 Bond Election. It is anticipated that the existing facility adjacent to Lincoln Center will be used for storage in the short te . The development of the Teen Center at the Southwood Valley Athletic Complex will also impact the workload of the Parks and Recreation Department. This new facility replaced the existing "Yahooz". The center opened in the fall of 1999, and benefits from the close proximity to the junior high school. Approximately 25 teens use the facility after school and 140 teens use the facility on Friday nights and weekends. The continued development of the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor over the next five (5) years will have a significant impact on the Parks and Recreation Department as well. The completion of the George Bush Drive extension and bridge over Wolf Pen Creek will be complete in the early part of 2002. Also, the next major project will begin construction in 2002. This will include channel improvements, lighting, trails, landscaping, and other amenities within the corridor from Dartmouth to the Earl Rudder Freeway. The maintenance of these facilities will most likely continue to be managed by the Parks and Recreation Department with the exception of the concrete trails and the creek channel, which will be the responsibility of the Public Works Department. The dedication of a major work of art occurred on December 17, 2001. A large public art work was identified as a priority during the design charette conducted in the Fall of 2000. The Arts Council of Brazos Valley coordinated this $100,000 project as part of the on-going "Art in Public Places" program. Additional improvements are currently being designed for the section between Dartmouth and Texas Avenue. These improvements will include major drainage construction, concrete trails, benches, lighting, and kiosks. The implementation of the approved master plan will continue to guide the development within the corridor for the next several years. Section 2 Page 8 of 11 The 1998 bond authorization also included funds to acquire a new cemetery site. Planning and developing this site will take time and resources from the Parks and Recreation Department. The acquisition of the site is expected to occur in 2002 and this new facility may be in operation within the next ten years. The existing cemetery will continue to be maintained by the City for perpetuity. It is anticipated that the new site will have approximately 25 - 30 acres of land for future cemetery needs. A City Centre Master Plan was developed in cooperation with Brinkley-Sargent Architects and a steering committee was appointed. The master plan was presented to the City Council in November, 2000. At that meeting the Council accepted the general concept of the master plan and directed staff to prepare an implementation schedule for their review and consideration. The master plan includes recommendations regarding public facilities and land use in the corridor between Earl Rudder Freeway and Texas Avenue, and bounded by Krenek Tap Road on the north and Harvey Mitchell Parkway on the south. The plan provides a vision for a public-private development with a new City Hall complex as the focal point. Other municipal facilities included in the plan are the Customer Service Center, the Police and Municipal Court Building and the new Municipal • ex that will begin design in 2002. The master plan also incorporates Central Park and Cy Miller Park and includes extensive open space areas throughout the corridor. These developments will have a major impact upon the grounds maintenance requirements of the City. The master plan is a long-range goal. A land use plan is being prepared to illustrate the conceptual plan. However, the first significant building will be the Municipal Annex, which is scheduled for completion in 2003. Also, the acquisition of a site for the future City Hall complex is pending. It is anticipated that construction on the new building will begin within the next five (5) years. The City of College Station and the College Station Independent School District also work cooperatively when new school sites are developed. Efforts have been made to plan park facilities in coordination with new schools and operate them jointly. As the school system grows, demands to provide park facilities at the new school sites will grow as well. One prospect is the potential development of a neighborhood park in conjunction with the proposed elementary school to be located between Graham and Baron Roads. The school is planned to open within the next five (5) years. This site may also provide an excellent opportunity for the joint development of an indoor recreation center. However, school funding issues will determine the schedule for implementation of this site. Preliminary development of Lick Creek Park was also approved in the 1998 Bond Election. This park is planned to be a major regional nature park. It has an approved master plan that was developed in 1998. Grant requests were approved in 1999 for trail development. These grants are administered through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and provide funds for trail development. An archeological survey was completed on the entire park to locate and catalogue sensitive historic and prehistoric sites. The work began during the fall of 1999 as part of a TAMU class project. A Texas Parks and Wildlife Department matching grant was applied for in December 2000. The grant was not approved by the State. Once the park is developed, it is anticipated that operation and maintenance will require additional staff and resources. Construction of the Phase I development will include trails, bridges, and parking, and is expected to start in the summer of 2002. Section 2 Page 9 of 11 Over the next several years, as the BVSWMA Landfill off of Rock Prairie Road closes, plans are being considered to use that site as a park facility. While that is on the long-range plan, it is necessary to begin considering the impact such a facility would have on the Parks and Recreation Department. The Parks and Recreation Department has developed a conceptual site plan for this area. Potential uses include fishing, hiking, biking, picnicking, archery, and radio-controlled model airplane facilities. This site is located adjacent to a major drainage area along Lick Creek, which is included as a primary link in the greenways master plan. The upstream connection for this portion of the greenway is the closed landfill site located adjacent to the East Side of State Highway 6 in the vicinity of Baron Road. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has also approved a preliminary plan for this site. However, changes to the landfill and the acquisition of the adjacent Freeman Tract (Community Park site) will require revisions to that plan. 0 Maintenance and Operations The current configuration of parks operations districts for maintenance responsibilities will remain basically the same for the next year. However, as the park system grows with the development of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex and various other facilities, redistricting and additional resources will be needed to produce quality results described in the approved Parks Maintenance Standards. The following shows major recommendations for accommodating the increase in parks during the specified periods: Fiscal Years 2002—2004 There should be minor rezoning due to the development of six (6) parks, improvement to two (2) existing parks, and the Phase I development of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. Parks Operations staff should be increased by two (2) additional Groundsworkers. The budget should be increased to accommodate the increase in maintenance costs, and an increase in personnel for the last four (4) months of Fiscal Year 2002. Extra equipment will be purchased to accommodate the added maintenance of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex's soccer and softball fields. Fiscal Years 2005 —2006 The South District will be taking on the maintenance of three (3) additional parks. This will require the addition of a full-time Equipment Operator, two (2) Groundsworkers, a crew cab truck, additional equipment, and an increase in budget to accommodate the increase in personnel, equipment, and routine maintenance of the three (3) additional parks. At this time, the recommendation is to locate a satellite shop to help maintain the eight (8) parks scheduled for development in the South District between Fiscal Year 2001 and 2006. A possible location for the shop could be the new Community Park Site (BVSWMA Landfill) if it is available. The Quonset building, presently on site, could then be used for the satellite shop. If the Community Park Site (BVSWMA Landfill) is unavailable, the adjacent Feeman tract should be considered for the new satellite shop. The satellite shop will eventually need to be expanded to accommodate a full crew and will become the East District. Section 2 Page 10 of 11 Fiscal Years 2007 - 2008 During this time, Southwest Park, Crowley Park, and Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II will be completed. Parks Operations staff should be increased in the North District with the addition of an Equipment Operator and a Groundsworker. The potential completion of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase III would also require necessary budget increases associated with the increase in personnel, as well as an additional truck, and increased routine maintenance costs. The West and South Districts will not need an increase in personnel or equipment. However, appropriate budget increases will be necessary for the increased maintenance of the two (2) new parks. There will be no change in the Central District. It should be noted that Parks Operations and Forestry Maintenance Crews cannot produce the level of maintenance described in the Council approved Park Maintenance Standards for the current established parks, street enhancements, and municipal sites. This condition will continue with the addition of numerous new responsibilities, such as Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, new parks, and street enhancements, unless sufficient staff and resources are added. Section 2 Page 11 of 11 V,,,, •---v--",. ...,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,, .61.5. vv. vde"ik ',go v5,,.,,„,,,,,,,, -,:. 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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION VISION STATEMENTS Vision Statement #1 As a result of our efforts, citizens will access the highest quality of customer focused city services available at reasonable cost. • Customer service Convenience, accessibility • Value for cost 0 Professional, competent staff o Effectiveness/efficiency Communication o Excellent facilities and staff, tourist information centers, citizen's survey Vision Statement#2 As a result of our efforts, citizens will live in a safe, secure, and healthy environment. - Sanitation Adequate lighting o Emergency Management program support Community policing e Athletic programs Public health services o Lincoln Center Aquatics programs • Teen Center Kids Klub Effective, efficient fire and police Adequate water and sewer services, protection drainage Vision Statement#3 As a result of our efforts, citizens will live in a clean environment that enhances and protects the quality of their lives. • Air quality o Greenways • Water quality Litter control/sanitation o Open space Noise abatement o Municipal landscape design and Clean parks maintenance Urban Forest Management Plan Development Vision Statement #4 As a result of our efforts, citizens will be enriched by a range of cultural arts and recreational opportunities provided through citywide initiatives and collaborative efforts. Libraries Recreation • Performing arts Art in Public Places o Teen Center • Concerts and Festivals • Parks Museum o Athletic activities Youth theater • Leisure programs Section 3 Page 2 of 3 Vision Statement #5 As a result of our efforts, citizenswill participate and contribute to the well-being of ow community. Efficient access to information and services Community education programs (Xtra via technology and media Education) Volunteer programs Advisory boards and committees (Parks and Recreation Advis'ory Board, Cemetery ComInittee, Lincoln Center and Conference Center Committees, Senior Advisory Committee) Vision Statement #6 As a result of our efforts, citizens will easily travel to, within, and from the community. Public transit Thoroughfare plan Air/rail Traffic flow Well-maintained and clean streets, sidewalks, and pedestrian paths Vision Statement #7 As a result of our efforts, citizens will contribute to, and benefit from, living in a strong and diverse economic environment. Protection of property values - Business Center e Tourism, conventions Strong retail • Adequate transportation Job opportunities e Athletic tournaments Reasonable cost of living • Holiday on the Brazos 4, Street Rod Car Show • Texas Public Pool Conference Christmas in the Park • Economic development compatible with community values Vision Statement #8 As a result of our efforts, citizens will live in well-planned neighborhoods suited to community interests and lifestyles. • Village concept Traffic management • Gentrification of older neighborhoods Pedestrian mobility • Planning/zoning Intergenerational park design • Senior programs • Neighborhood parks for multigenerational use Section 3 Page 3 of 3 :nt .. —''''°- i , .ik 1 s 3 v'KR ' a V'''—' -CS CIVA -V C 0 OV CAN r c ,-IC, A, . ',. .' NO v. v)-1--- et f s Y 4 st-NVNt--Nrt:v' ism z, Nrti- -S - ' IL..., , , ,, „, ,,,,,, ,,_. , ..- .,, ,' srt �, earsNk,q � hksi) Stc Nw ' t Seat 9 City of College Station Strategies Related to Parks and Recreation The Strategic Plan contains ten strategies to enhance "Cultural Arts and Recreational Opportunities." These strategies cover a wide array of subjects that will enhance existing programs, provide more recreational opportunities for citizens, and improve communication and planning efforts. Vision Statement#3 As a result of our efforts, citizens will benefit from living in a clean environment that enhances and protects that quality of life. Strategy 4.a: Develop an Urban Forest Management Plan Implementation Plans: Summary: Develop an Urban Forest Management Plan for the City of College Station that will provide management guidelines for all aspects of the City's urban forest. The Urban Forest Consultant selected for this project will be given the following scope of services to be included in the final plan: a. Clearly express the need and responsibility for the City to adequately address Urban Forest Management. b. Give an overview of the resources being managed on public property including: - Liability; - Sustainability; - Aesthetics; - Benefit analysis (such as City Green); - Species, size, age, condition, dominant defects, and maintenance needs (through statistical analysis. A tree inventory is not included in the scope of work for development of the plan, however, the benefits of such an inventory should be included in the management plan for possible future completion); - Change in the amount of publicity-managed canopy cover over the last 20 years, and a comparison to assigned resources over the same time frame; - Expected growth trends in the amount of size and publicity-managed trees; and - Adequacy of the existing maintenance resources. c. State the overall goals and benefits of the Urban Forest Management Plan. d. Detailed development of goals, objectives, implementation plans (including prioritization and resource allocation) and/or policy statements for: 1. Street tree management; 2. New park and/or municipal facility tree establishment; 3. Existing park and/or municipal facility tree management; 4. Hazard tree management; 5. Greenways tree management; 6. Pruning scheduling (newly established trees through maturity); 7. Community awareness; Section 4 Page 2 of 9 8. Tree planing initiatives for public lands; 9. Development of Standard Operating Guidelines for Urban Forest Management crews: - Training; - Work site assessment; - Prioritization and record keeping of assignments; - Equipment inspection and replacement; - Work methods; - Pruning methods and amounts; and - Creative budget opportunities with examples of successful community implementation. 10. Insect, disease, fertilization, and watering considerations; 11. Tree preservation planning and new tree establishment through review and comment on existing City ordinances; and 12. Storm damage assessment and response (beyond debris clean up). Actions to Date: 1. The approved Fiscal Year 2002 budget includes a Service Level Adjustment (SLA) request of $30,000 for the hiring of an Urban Forest Consultant, and the development of a comprehensive Urban Forest Management Plan. It was intended for this funding to be used as the local match portion of an Urban Forestry Partnership Grant through the Texas Forest Service. 2. Application for this grant was completed in June 2001, in the amount of $10,000 (the maximum amount available). In September 2001, the City was notified that the application had been selected for approval. 3. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was mailed to six (6) potential Urban Forest consultation fin-ns at the end of October 2001. There were three (3) responses received by the deadline of December 5, 2001. A six (6)-person team consisting of Eric Ploeger, Nanette Manhart, Judy Downs, Ross Albrecht, Todd Watson (Professor at Texas A&M University Forestry Department), and John Giedraitis (Urban Forester Coordinator, Texas Forest Service) reviewed and ranked the responses. Negotiations were entered into with the top ranking firm of Burditt Associates of Conroe, Texas, Burditt Associates was placed under contract on January 22, 2002, with a final cost of$30,000. Because of the approved matching grant from the Texas Forest Service, the total cost to the City of College Station will be $20,000. Future Actions: 1. The Consultant will gather information from the Parks and Recreation, Public Works, and Development Services Departments during the January through February 2002 timeframe. 2. The Consultant will present a draft of the Plan to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board in March 2002. Key members of Public Works and Development Services will be asked to attend the meeting as well. • Section 4 Page 3 of 9 3. After incorporating any input from the March 2002 meeting, the Consultant will present the final Urban Forest Management Plan to the City Council on May 9, 2002. 4. Based on the direction given by City Council, service level adjustment requests will be developed for inclusion in the Fiscal Year 2003 budget process, and subsequent budget cycles. Vision Statement #4 As a result of our efforts, citizens will benefit from being enriched by a range of cultural arts and recreational opportunities provided through citywide initiatives and collaborative efforts. Strategy #2: To improve the quality of our parks system, we will implement parks maintenance standards. Implementation Plans: a. Implement park maintenance standards. This Strategic Issue strives for "continued emphasis on parks maintenance to quality standards through the budget process." In response to the City Council's approval of Vision Statements and Strategies for Fiscal Year 2001, the Parks and Recreation Department reviewed current park maintenance operations. Through this review, it was determined that there were no written standards for current operations. This led to the development of the Parks Maintenance Standards, which involve eight (8) major maintenance categories and specifications that will produce a higher- quality, final product than what the department is currently capable of delivering. The standards are intended to produce safe, functional, and well-maintained facilities with reasonable resource allocation. The proposed standards were presented to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on February 13, 2001. The Board adopted the concept and provided recommendations, which were included in establishing the standards. Maintenance Specifications and Recommendations were included in the proposal to the City Council. The Park Maintenance Standards and the Maintenance,Specifications and Recommendations were presented to, and approved by, the City Council on March 22, 2001. The Parks Maintenance Standards Survey and the Parks Maintenance Standards Survey Summary were developed, as per the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, to track the progress towards meeting 90% of the standards for each of the eight (8) major maintenance categories by the year 2006. The survey and the survey summary were completed in October 2001. The Parks Operations Supervisors have conducted the Parks Operations Maintenance Standards Survey for the parks in their respective districts. The survey and the survey summary were completed in October 2001 and will go into effect in Fiscal Year 2002. The Parks Maintenance Standards Surveys will be performed quarterly by Parks Operations, and will be incorporated into the quarterly performance measures, which are part of the budget process. The Parks Operations and Forestry Supervisors have completed the first quarter surveys for the parks and their respective districts. The overall average percentage of Section 4 Page 4 of 9 standards met in each district is: East District — 76%, South District — 81%, West District — 73%. The Parks Maintenance Standards Survey Summary has been developed to compile the information from the surveys into a summary that gives the status of the overall standards being met for each quarter of the performance measures report. The results from the first quarter surveys show the Parks and Recreation Department presently meeting 77% of the Parks Maintenance Standards. Strategy #3: To provide recreational opportunities to all residents, we will provide intergenerational park facilities. Implementation Plans: a. Implement intergenerational park design standards. In October 2001, staff reviewed both the Replacement Account funds and Park Land Dedication Funds for possible funding for additional intergenerational features. This involves funds that are not currently allocated to projects. These projects will be implemented in Fiscal Year 2002 and in Fiscal Year 2003. The majority of these projects were suggested in the Intergenerational Park Report that was accepted by the City Council. Park Zone 3 Central and Cy Miller Parks - These funds will be used for the installation of ten benches and slabs. Park Zone 5 1. Edelweiss Park a. Bridge from the play area to the athletic area; b. Addition of screen vegetation on the south border of the park; and c. Installation of a covered tot playground. 2. Southwood Valley Athletic Complex - Add a tot playground next to the standard playground at the pavilion. 3. Brothers Pond, Georgie K. Fitch, and Jack and Dorothy Miller Parks - Add ten total standard park benches Park Zone 6 1. Anderson Park a. Add a trail and benches along the west side of the park. Add trees and landscape features. $10,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds will be used to install standard benches in this park in Fiscal Year 2002. b. W.A. Tarrow Park $10,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds will be used to install ten standard benches in this park in Fiscal Year 2002. 2. Bee Creek Park - Add five (5) additional benches. Section 4 Page 5 of 9 3. Additional projects utilizing bond, Park Land Dedication, and Replacement Account funds will be completed in Fiscal Year 2002 at Brison, Gabbard and Merry Oaks Parks. These projects were funded before the intergenerational emphasis was adopted. Strategy #4: To plan for community growth, we will maintain comprehensive parks planning processes and documentation. Implementation Plans: a. Create incentives for developers to provide adequate neighborhood parks. The proposed incentives are being developed with a concept similar to the existing "oversize participation" policies that the City uses for streets and utilities. The need for some type of incentive program was identified during the 2001 annual City Council Strategic Planning Retreat. The draft proposal was developed as a joint effort with Development Services and Parks and Recreation staff The proposal was reviewed and discussed by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on December 11, 2001. At that meeting, the Board appointed a subcommittee to meet with a focus group of developers. This proposal was presented to the City Council on January 24, 2002, as a discussion item. At that meeting, the Council directed staff to meet with the focus group and to develop additional ideas regarding potential incentives that are not associated with cash reimbursements. The focus group members have been identified, however, the meeting has not been held. Once input is received, the final proposal will be presented to the Board and a recommendation developed. This recommendation will be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission prior to consideration by the City Council. b. Complete development of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. The bids for Phase I construction of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex were presented to the City Council on November 1, 2001. Construction is expected to be completed in the fall of 2002. c. Improve subdivision ordinance as it relates to park land location and the park land dedication approval process. In June 2001, staff reviewed the internal park land acceptance process. Several improvements were suggested and implemented. There will be closer communication between the Development Services and Parks and Recreation staff Forms were created by the Parks and Recreation Department to track each project, as well as provide needed information to the staff and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Projects involving potential park land dedication will be required to receive Board approval before proceeding through the development process. Other steps in the review of the Park Land Dedication Ordinance: August 14, 2001: Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) presentation to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Section 4 Page 6 of 9 September 21, 2001: Staff and several members of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board met with a focus group of local developers to review a draft of changes to the Park Land Dedication Ordinance and to discuss possible developer incentives. October 9, 2001: The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board completed review of the draft ordinance. November 8, 2001: The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the draft ordinance. January 10, 2002: The draft ordinance, with suggested revisions was presented to the City Council. January 24, 2002: The Council conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed ordinance revisions and approved them as recommended. d. Develop master plan for new community park site and current landfill site. In November 2001, staff developed a facility needs assessment for the Community Park. The master plan will need to incorporate the existing landfill site. Any identified facility needs will be reviewed for possible inclusion in the 2003 bond program. Strategy #5 To meet the needs of College Station citizens, we will develop comprehensive leisure programs. Implementation Plans: a. Develop plans for future senior programs and facilities. The following information provides insight into events that have taken place since the last meeting of the Eisenhower Leadership Development Team with the City Council in May 2001. Eisenhower Leadership Development Program On May 10, 2001, the Eisenhower Leadership Development Program presented a report to Council relating to senior facilities and programs in College Station. The students reviewed how other communities address their senior needs. Results indicate that most communities utilize a senior center and they recommended the same for College Station. Tour Facilities The Senior Advisory Committee and staff have toured several facilities including community centers and senior centers. The senior council in Round Rock visited and explained how they started and what programs have been successful. We learned about a variety of operating procedures for the various centers toured. The primary source of funding for a majority of the facilities was from the proceeds of bond elections. The centers operate within their respective city's parks and recreation department budget. Funding The research for grants and foundations will continue. We see this as an ongoing learning process as we continue to receive new information. Currently, we have identified the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Indoor Recreation Grant Program and the National Parks Service Urban Parks and Recreation Recovery Program as potential grantors. Both of these grants require matching City funds in various percentages. An option also available to us Section 4 Page 7 of 9 would be Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. However, these funds would limit the placement and the target market for the center to CDBG targeted populations. We are continuing our efforts to identify potential grants for this project. Eisenhower Program— Survey & Investigate Potential Cooperative Ventures The Eisenhower Program mailed 500 surveys in October 2001 to residents ages 65 and over. Results were made available by November 1, 2001. The survey asked questions dealing with the respondent's interests in recreational and social activities and how often they would use a senior center. The survey allowed for comments and those were made available for staff review. The students are talking with the officials from Brazos County, the City of Bryan, and private and non-profit organizations in order to learn if there is an interest in joint programming and facilities. The group initially reported their findings to the City Council on December 6, 2001. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board endorsed the report on January 8, 2002. A final report to Council with implementation recommendations is scheduled for February 28, 2002. b. Prepare feasibility report on skateboard park. The Department completed the feasibility report for the construction of a City-owned skate park. This feasibility report was presented to the City Council on December 20, 2001 during a workshop meeting. Citing concerns of liability and responsibility, City Council decided not to pursue the development of a skate park any further. Strategy#7 To provide multi-use pedestrian recreation, we will connect parks facilities through greenways and other opportunities. Implementation Plans: a. Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan implementation The continued development of the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor over the next five (5) years will have a significant impact on the Parks and Recreation Department. The completion of the George Bush Drive extension and bridge over Wolf Pen Creek will be complete in the early part of 2002. Also, the next major project will begin construction in 2002. This will include channel improvements, lighting, trails, landscaping and other amenities in the corridor from Dartmouth to Earl Rudder Freeway. The maintenance of these facilities will most likely continue to be managed by the Parks and Recreation Department with the exception of the concrete trails and the creek channel, which will be the responsibility of the Public Works Department. The dedication of a major work of art occurred on December 17, 2001. A large public art work was identified as a priority during the design charette conducted in the Fall of 2000. The Arts Council of Brazos Valley coordinated this $100,000 project as part of the on-going "Art in Public Places" program. The implementation of the master plan will require more resources for operations and maintenance of the new facilities. It is anticipated that the majority of those new requirements for the Parks and Recreation Department will be met through the increased use of contract maintenance functions. This has been the most cost-effective method of delivering these services for the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor to this point. However, there will Section 4 Page 8 of 9 always be requirements that are not specifically included in these contracts that will be the responsibility of the City staff to meet. These must be anticipated and planned for to maintain a high quality level of service throughout the area. b. Implement demonstration project to establish future policy regarding green way-park connectivity. The 1990 Census data indicated that Bryan/College Station has the third highest proportion of people riding a bike to school or work in the nation. Trails and greenways create opportunities for alternate transportation within the community as well, providing connectivity between parks, schools, and neighborhoods. Approximately 1.5 miles of concrete bike and pedestrian trails were completed in the summer of 2001. These trail sections are located in Lemontree, Bee Creek, and Central Parks, and are constructed to Texas Department of Transportation standards. They are part of the City's bike loop system and serve as a demonstration project for the connection of neighborhoods and parks. Additional trails are planned throughout the community as part of individual park designs and as part of the implementation process for the Bike System Master Plan and for the greenways master plan. To illustrate the greenways and trails concept in College Station, a color brochure was developed and is available that provides information regarding existing facilities as well future projects. These brochures are available through the Parks and Recreation and Public Works Departments. Strategy #8 To improve parks planning, we will increase communication between the City Council, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and the Planning and Zoning Commission. Implementation Plans: a. Facilitate better communications between the City Council, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and the Planning and Zoning Commission. The City Council has requested that semi-annual joint meetings be held between the two (2) appointed advisory boards and the Council. This is intended to enhance communications concerning Council issues, visions, and priorities. The Council met with the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on May 10, 2001, and again on December 6, 2001. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and the Planning and Zoning Commission conducted a joint meeting on July 20, 2000, and again on September 20, 2001. Future meetings will be scheduled accordingly. ,• Section 4 Page 9 of 9 oso ..„,„,,,,,,,,....t.• '4, 111111*. 1'11: ..,„,,,,,,,,,....„„.„44. ..,„ , , ',Pa. ara. WM.% 1" ,.1.00..• .• .... ..... . ...A. ' .a.ilft• POO, 0.0 ' 'M.P. 1-"-.11k. 111 •,,, ' NI - :,,,,,, ,,„.„ -,,,,,,...t.:4,,,,,n,,,,,2,„:„..... ,,,,,,,:,,,....t. 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Level: interest and skill levels;. . increase . generate tourist also attract Service our community az lty° events that will . c events that visitors to athletic athletic community through . and conductingcommunity. desires of citizens FY 02 with planning . our tiziellnattract out-of-town FY 02 1 st 3 Months organizations growth in FY 01 Budget --- Actual 97% 95% 93% 2,160 Measures: generate economic Performance M.__ 9,000 320 Effectiveness Percent on. customer survey y 9,480 2,000 1,887 2,150 sCtYLeagues 8,500 . ney Efficie d lt participants City Leagues ts & 9,583 No. of adult participants + tournaments $58,085 _f .... for hosted No. 0 youth. ,ants $200,000 of participants_ No. P $271,325 serviced 22 4 events (regional, 17 6 _OuTtoptuati revenue:e__tie athletic events 3 680 - No. non-City.i league 10,500 urnamtce.)n-ts, road races, e __events n_ 7,584 270 swim meets, non-City leageur''ated from no d non- 1,500 state, and national tournaments,track meets, No. of assisteroom nights gen . 590, _ of hotel events hostedi ,,,,..._rn non- _ No. - e athletic enerateuiluiqted. City league erve dias,..- _ No.of hotel roomniegvhetnstgs s 1 e 4-.,league athletic Ci LY Section 5 Page 4 of 14 Recreation Continued... Program Name: Concessions Service Level: Meet the needs and desires of our customers and enhance our athletic and special events through the provision of concessions in a cost-effective manner while meeting all pertinent health regulations. Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness - Score on Texas Dept. of Health Food Service Establishment Inspection Report. N/A 94% N/A Efficiency - Percentage of expenditures covered by revenues N/A 100% N/A Output - Total Concession Revenue. $8,504 $20,000 N/A, Pro.ram Name: Senior Services Service Level: To meet the needs and desires of the adult and senior populations in our community through continuing education programs,instructional and leisure activities that encourage positive mental,physical and social development of citizens. Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 021 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness - Percentage of satisfied customers on survey. 98% 98% 100% Efficiency - Total No. of Senior Citizen Activities Offered. 30 35 33 Output - Total Number of Senior Citizens Served. 600 600 Section 5 Page 5 of 14 Recreation Continued.... Program Name: Programs and Special Events Service Levels: Provide a variety of special events for the enjoyment of local citizens, and sponsor, co-sponsor and facilitate special events that will enhance local tourism,promote community pride,increase business revenues and increase hotel/motel sales tax revenues. Finally,provide and assist with programs that enhance the arts through encouragement,promotion, improvement,and application of the arts,including, but not limited to instrumental&vocal music,dance,drama,and other arts related, to the presentation,performance,execution and exhibition of these major art forms. Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness - Percentage satisfied on customer survey N/A N/A nia Efficiency - No. of participants at WPC events 20,473 30,000 100 - No. of participants,non WPC events *2,245 135,000 6,829++ Output - Total programs and special events revenue. $18,898 $16,000 $7,000 - No. of events at WPC amphitheater. 15 22 2 - No. of City programs offered (non WPC) 9 8 16 - No. of assisted non city programs/events 5 5 1 *Since there was no traffic counter utilized during the Christmas in the Park program,any participation number used for'drive through'traffic would be an estimate please note ++traffic counter data not reported yet Program Name: Kids Klub Service Levels: Utilizing school district facilities to make after-school care for children available for the citizens of College Station and provide the opportunity for the participants to experience activities that will result in positive cognitive,physical,social and emotional youth development. Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness - Percentage satisfied on customer survey 96 90% *N/A (parents of Kids Klub participants) - Percentage satisfied on customer survey 96 96 *N/A (Students/Participants in Kids Klub) Section 5 Page 6 of 14 Recreation Continued performance Measures:, ,.., _ ,. . FY 01 Actual FY 02 FY 02 Budget 1st 3 Months Efficiency - No. of CSISD students served by 732 650 756 Kids Klub *Satisfaction Survey will be completed at the end of the CSISD spring semester Section 5 Page 7 of 14 .• PA SPECIAL FA1L1T1ES •• •- ikscsipUon&Budget Explanation: The'SpecialTacilities:„10ivision operates the pools,the Conference Center,and Lincoln Center. Actual Budget 1st 3 MonhsBudgetSirnuu'iry $1254173 $1 961 63 $ °93 $384493 $528000 t8 Position Smum ' (FTEs S 24.68 32.34 1 Program Name: Instruction Service Level: To meet the needs and desires of the youth,adult and senior populations in our community through continuing education programs,instructional and leisure activities that encourage positive mental,physical and social development of citizens. Performance Measures: FT 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness - Percentage of satisfied customers on survey. 98% 95% 95% Efficiency -Total No,of Instructional Classes Offered 460 325 42 - Total No.of X-tra Ed Classes Offered 367 300 1.55„ Output - Revenues from Instructional activities(excl. Xtra Ed.). $117,838 $108,000 $1,386.40 - Total Number of Instructional participants. 3,148 3,000 237 - Total Number of Xtra Ed participants. 2,819 2,000 11921 FTE=Seasonal temp$5443.63 1850 avg.hourly rate(7.71)+2 full-time staff=2.38 FTEs Program Name: Aquatics Service Level: Provide the public with safe,clean,attractive,professional operation of three city-owned pools and one school-owned pool for a reasonable fee. Activities include open swim,adult lap swim,pool parties,rentals,as well as support of the swim lesson program and Texas Public Pool Council. Performance Measure: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget lst 3 Monthsi Effectiveness - Percent satisfied on customer survey. 99% 95% N/A:, Section 5 Page 8 of 14 Special Facilities Continued.... ______ Performance Measure: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Efficiency - Percentage of expenditures covered by revenues. 39% 40% 1% - Average cost per participant. $5.38 $5.70 $38 (As per 2001 fee study) Output - Revenue. $255,342 $258,000 $888 - No.of customers. 119,329 117,000 4,440 - Days 1 or more pools are closed due to weather or fecal incidences. N/A** ? none **New for FY02 FTE=Seasonal temp$29,478.45+ 1850+avg.hourly rate(6.97)+2 full-time staff=4.28 FTEs Program Name: Conference Center Service Level: Provide a clean,covenant meeting space and accommodations through excellent customer service,at a reasonable fee for local citizens and out-of-town clients. Needs that can be met include meeting planning,room setup,event clean up, equipment rentals,and catering service coordination. Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness - Percentage satisfied on customer survey. 100% 95% 99% ' Efficiency - Percentage of expenditures covered by revenues. 49.18% 47% 47%i - Average No.of customers based on 360 days of operation. 245 236 224 Output . - Revenue. . $130,374 $104,000 $31,080; - No.of customers. 88,239 85,000i 19,702! - No.of days the parking lot is overflowing. NIA* ? 34t No.of days with customers. 354 360 83 *New for FY02. FTE=Seasonal temp$8571 + 1850+avg.hourly rate(6.00)+3 full-time staff=3.77 FTEs Program Name: Lincoln Center Service Level: Provide positive,drug-free environment where citizens and visitors can enjoy programming for a reasonable fee. Provide clean,safe,attractive facilities for an assortment of activities to include,but not limited to,youth athletics,educational programming,cultural events,and meeting rental space. Section 5 Page 9 of 14 Slpecial Facilities Continued.... Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 021 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness - Percentage satisfied on customer survey 92% 95% N/A Efficiency -Cost per participant (as per 2001 fee study). $3.91 $7.00 $2.71 Output - Revenue. $20,462 $14,000 $5,908 - No.of days open. 355 357 $88 - No.of athletic events. N/A* 44 - No.of cultural exchanges. N/A* 10 - No.of educational programs. N/A* 6 - No.of participants. 67,665 52,000 15,990 *New for FY02. FTE=Seasonal temp$16,636.44+ 1850+avg.hourly rate(6.50)+3.5 full-time staff=4.88 FTEs Program Name: Recreation Youth Service Level: Utilizing city owned and operated teen centers,park facilities and resources,as well as school and privately owned facilities and resources,to provide and make easily accessible programs and activities for College Station's youth population that will create positive mental,physical and social youth development. Performance Measures: FY 01 FY02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness -Percent satisfied on customer survey for teen activities. 97% 95% NA Efficiency -No.of Teen Center members 146 150 85 -No.of youths served through leisure/rec. activities 9,834 15,000 3,778 -No.of youths served through educational activities 1,344 2,000 384 Output - No.of leisure/rec.activities provided. 157 350 87 - No.of educational programs provided. 96 100 23 - Revenue generated through fees to participants. 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N/A Performance mi. 90% *91% N/A 77.0%! N/A Effectiveness. fi -.... Percentpercent soaftpisai:ekdmonaincutesntoamnceer 15.4 ri 18.2 ii see,..:-..,.-:-.:0:f..)9'lliti00.) Ssiliwtandeayr.ds met. 15.4 $8281 $2,971 Efficiency $3,236 maintained 432.4! 509.3 432.4 7 -- NCo°;topfearerreegsuplearrlfily -time employee. 5, 32.5 31 i maintained. 29.5 37 705 Output iiitained. 31 901 ... No. of regularlyacreislionsregularly - No. of pay courts regularly maintained. 705 33 ® No* of play 30 44 2933.5509 lights regularly 39 ® No. of athletic and trimmed.fioweledds regular.mlymamedai.ntained. maintained.maintained. -- NNoo: ofpark m - No.ofplapy units inspected Section 5 Page 11 of 14 Operations Continued... PARK MAINTENANCE STANDARDS SURVEY SUMMARY Quarterly Period: First Quarter, FY 2002 Overall % of Standards Met: 77% Categories I. Athletic Facilities: Competitive Fields East South West Average %of standards met 74% 76% 74% 75% II. Playgrounds East South West Average%of standards met 83% 88% 55% 75% ILL Picnic Facilities East South West Average %of Standards met 88% 87% 81% 85% IV. Tennis Courts East South West Average%of Standards met 83% 62% 65% 70% V. Basketball Courts East South West Average %of Standards met 86% 96% 75% 86% VI. Sand Volleyball Courts East South West Average%of Standards met 63% 77% 90% 77% VII. Ponds . East South West Average%of Standards met 43% 85% 57% 62% VIII. Parks: General Parks East South West Average %of Standards met 85% 79% 84% 83% Overall District Averages East South West Overall % of Standards Met 76% 81% 73% 77% Section 5 Page 12 of 14 ,:• FORESTRY • Dettiption& Budget Explanation: The Foresuy ivision is responsible for the maintenane of the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater,the College Station Cemetery,and the maintenance of municipal trees and landscaped areas. tht: uuge1.Sumrnar $70S,326 $894,916 $163,268 Program Name: Wolf Pen Creek Service Level: Provide safe,well maintained special use facility. Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months 'Effectiveness - Percent satisfied on customer survey 91% 95% N/A Efficiency Cost - Cost per acre(annually) $3,019 $4,502 $604 Output No. of sq. ft. of turf area maintained. 487,781 496,000 496,000, - No.of sq. ft. of landscaped bed areas maintained. 26,000 20,000 20,000 H No. of acres on special-use facility park. 21 21 21 Program Name: Cemetery Service Level: Provide grounds maintenance and customer service for municipal cemetery. Performance Measures: FY Oi FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness 1- Percent satisfied on customer survey 51.80% 50% NA Section 5 Page 13 of 14 Forestry Continued.... Performance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Efficiency - Dollar cost per acre $7,008 $7,478 $1,708 Output - Avg.number of spaces sold annually. 166 112 30 - Revenue generated from sold spaces.* $71,000 $44,800 $18,000 - Avg.number of burials per year. 89 94 2,9 - Acres of cemetery care. 18.5 18.5 18.5 *All funds go to the Cemetery Endowment Fund. Program Name: Forestry Service Level: Provide landscape and grounds maintenance operations,and provide support for special events,programs and activities. Perfouisiance Measures: FY 01 FY 02 FY 02 Actual Budget 1st 3 Months Effectiveness Percent satisfied on customer survey 91% 95% N/A: Noof checks per year on irrigation systems (65 systems FY 99,60 systems FY 00).** 136 of 720 47 out of 744 8 of 447 Output -No.of labor-hours on municipal tree care. 1,353 2,800 184 -No. of labor-hours on horticultural maintenance. 2,632 2,300 1161 -No. of labor-hours on irrigation system checks, repairs,and improvements. 1,989 2,700 201 No. of labor-hours on special events. 3,525 3,000 2,007 - *No, of landscape sites maintained through private contracts. 10 12 10 **The Forestry Activity Center goal is to perform monthly system checks on 62 systems. There are an additional 10 systems under landscape maintenance contracts that the Activity Center may have to respond from time to time. The goal for this measure is to reach 60%of the yearly checks completed(4471744). Section Page 14 of 14 SECTION 6 DEPARTMENTAL INTERNAL ANALYSIS OF S TRENG THS, WEAKNESSES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND THREATS (SeW000T0) Section 6 Page 1 of 3 Departmental Review of Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) Strengths: - Hands-on environment- supervisors are allowed to work independently to utilize individual talents and to perform with little interference - Can-do attitude - Teamwork - Dedicated, Professional, Adaptable, and Resourceful Staff - We have been able to hire well-qualified personnel - Facilities - Expertise - Programs - Good management - Capital Improvements - Automation - Good location/park system - Reputation - Continuous reengineering - Strong public support - City council support - Goal oriented - Strong Park Land Dedication Ordinance - Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan completed in 1999 - Adaptability of Staff - Commitment to produce quality with limited resources - Customer oriented - Ability to absorb change quickly - "Family Style" work environment - Commitment to produce quality with limited resources - Dedication to make College Station better for all residents - Commitment and professionalism of the staff - The "service" mentality which focuses on meeting community needs even though the PARD is already stretched thin - Organizing tournaments and register athletic needs - Aquatics facilities - Ability to organize and run recreational sports programs - Maintenance of park properties Weaknesses: - Long-term planning is not sufficient - Insufficient marketing of programs and facilities - Reaching maximum promotion for department activities - Lack of office and shop space - Lack of funds (budget and resources) - Don't document "needs" - Lack of recreation facilities in some cases - Conflict in priorities - Program capabilities and maintenance decreasing - Over commitment Section 6 Page 2 of 3 - Facility/age replacement • - Job frustration/stress - Senior programming needs to be expanded - Lack of indoor recreation centers - Training resources for skills-based pay - Technology for customer related services - Lack of fiber optic connections - Some employees just coming to work to receive a paycheck - Inadequate city-wide landscape and beautification program - Employees miss details because of increasing program participation, activities, and special events (some communication has suffered). - Limited training budgets do not allow discovery of new ideas and methods - Turnover - Lack of consistency between divisions with enforcing policies and in some cases, within divisions - Lack of citizen knowledge of what the department does - We have a hard time saying "no". We just work our employees harder. - The folks that excel and surpass expectations are rewarded with more jobs or projects - Informing the public of success (ex. Xtra Education) - Lack of emphasis on natural park areas - Lack of emphasis on urban forestry and proactive planting of natives - Lack of emphasis on horticulture - the new medians on highways offer new scope for this (especially sponsorship opportunities with retailers) - E-Government - Potential implementation of a reclaimed water system for irrigation Opportunities: - There are still a few large open space land areas available - Coordinated acquisition for parks, greenways, thoroughfares, and other public needs - Coordinated development of recreation facilities with College Station Independent School District - Coordinated leisure programs with other agencies - Senior population growth will continue in the future - Potential grant funding exists for some projects - WPC Corridor development will create new program opportunities - New Hotel/Conference Center will change focus on existing Conference Center - Veterans Park in close proximity to the new Hotel/Conference Center - Possible use of closed landfill sites for future park use Threats: - Current service level demands exceed the ability to respond - Future service level demands will increase faster than facilities and programs can be implemented - Continued growth of the community may out-pace the existing implementation schedules - Need to clarify by ordinances what is acceptable for park land dedication - Economic resources may not support Recreation, Park and Open Space Master Plan implementation - Other demands for municipal services may have higher priority - Economic conditions Section 6 Page 3 of 3 I '' rVI S C MVAJNI 81A -ffl--- I grV NS V 8. isno viC 1)--V-4 01-w -VA _ SeC vas, Departmental Forecast Major Impacts on the College Station Parks and Recreation Department: - Conflict between user groups for use of PARD facilities - City Council Vision Statements - Veterans Park and Athletic Complex - Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial - Support for and competition between outside user groups - Changing demographics - Commercial development - Continued aging of our infrastructure - Outgrowth of maintenance facilities - Population growth - Teen Programming - Re-negotiation of the maintenance agreement with TX DOT - Increased programs for Seniors - George Bush Medians, Phase 11(2002) - Bee Creek Channelization (2002) - Wolf Pen Creek Corridor Development(2000-2004) - Bike Loop Project (2000 - 2003) - Change in use of the Conference Center when the new Hotel/Conference Center comes on line - New Parks and Facilities - University Drive Medians (2002) - New Cemetery Site Acquisition(2002) - Lick Creek Park (2002) - Northgate Parking Garage (2002) - New Elementary School/Neighborhood Park/Kids Klub (2005) - Texas Avenue Medians, Phase 11 (2005) - Implementation of City Centre Master Plan • Section 7 Page 2 of 9 Fiscal Year 2002 Capital Improvement Program - Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I - Castlegate Park Design and Development - Gabbard Park Improvements - High School Tennis Court Lights (Fiscal Year 2001) - Lincoln Entry Improvements - Merry Oaks Improvements - Oaks Park Bridge - Brison Park Improvements - Hallaran Pool Filters - Woodway Park Development - Cemetery Land Acquisition - College Station Soccer Club Agreement(clubhouse) - Lick Creek Park Development - Lick Creek Park Bridges - Thomas Pool Shade Cover - Lincoln Center Expansion/Improvements - Thomas Pool Renovation - Georgie Fitch Playground Replacement - Hensel Park Playground Replacement - Pebble Creek Park Improvements - Richard Carter Park Improvements - Jack&Dorothy Miller Jogging Track - WPC Channel Improvements - Wolf Pen Creek Trails (Fiscal Year 2002-2003) (Phase I Complete 2002) - Madeley Park Development - Preparation for the future Capital Improvement Program Organization Changes - Operations gains three (3) full-time workers for Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I. - Forestry gains two (2) full-time workers for Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I. - Twelve month funding to be included in the Fiscal Year 2003 budget for Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I. - Develop and present Urban Forest Management Plan to Council. Dependent on Council input, submit service level adjustment for Fiscal Year 2003 to increase level of responsibility to this crew. Section 7 Page 3 of 9 Programs - Emergency Management Transferred to the Fire Department (October 2001) - Youth Volleyball Program implemented - Challenger Basketball and Soccer Special Projects - Review and update the Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan - Develop recommendations for future Capital Improvement Program projects for Fiscal Year 2003-Fiscal Year 2008 - Replace irrigation at Lemontree Park - Implement public art at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater (Bronze Wolves) - Investigate the possibility of Departmental accreditation - Conduct dedication ceremony for the Wayne Bryan Bike Loop - Coordinate Veterans Memorial Project at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex - Complete pond renovation at Brothers Pond Park - Coordinate Police Olympics - Coordinate Special Olympics - "Starlight" Concert Series - New cemetery development plan - FM 2818 Crepe Myrtle Project (Determine level of service to be provided and take over the maintenance response by May 2002) - Assist with the installation of the lightening prediction system - Assist with a feasibility study for a regional nature center at Lick Creek Park Section 7 Page 4 of 9 Fiscal Year 2003 Capital Improvement Program - Southwood- tennis courts/back stops - Neighborhood Park Improvements - George Bush Medians, Phase II Landscape Maintenance - Municipal Annex Building Landscape Maintenance - Bee Creek Softball Field light poles - Woodway Park completion - Lincoln Center Expansion completion Organization Changes - Parks Operation/Forestry Lick Creek Park maintenance responsibility increases - Twelve month funding for Parks Operation/Forestry personnel to support Veterans Park and Athletic Complex - Potential increase in maintenance capability for the Forestry Division dependent upon Council direction in response to the Urban Forest Management Plan - Transfer Cy Miller Park maintenance responsibilities from the South District to the East District - Contract out the mowing of municipal buildings - Budget increase for Parks Operations and Forestry due to the addition of four(4) parks and numerous park improvements - Increase replacement account by$25,000 Programs - Lick Creek Park interpretive programs - Lick Creek Park Maintenance - Soccer leagues begin play at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex - Adult Softball leagues begin play at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex - Veterans Day dedication ceremony at Veterans Park and Athletic Complex (November 11, 2002) - Increased senior programming - Increased joint programming with the City of Bryan Parks and Recreation Department Special Projects - Support of the General Obligation Bond Election - Agency Accreditation - Develop Technology Plan for the automation of program registration Section 7 Page 5 of 9 Fiscal Year 200411•1'.111111,1EnEgi:Nmponiongegonem:yElsg.!,:,:,, Organizations Changes - Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II Design and Development - Implementation of additional office space for Parks and Recreation - Construction of a new Forestry Shop - Landscape maintenance requirements for Fire Station#5 begin - Budget increase for Parks Operations and Forestry due to the addition of two (2) parks and various park improvements Special Projects - Wolf Pen Creek Trails Project, Phase II Maintenance and Operations start - Municipal Court/Fire Administration/BVSWMA Municipal Building Landscape Maintenance starts - Implementation of Technology Plan for program registration software - Assist with the opening of the new Conference Center as required Section 7 Page 6 of 9 Fiscal Year 2005 Organization Changes - Staffing for new cemetery - Luther Jones Landfill site conversion - Texas Avenue, Phase II Landscape Maintenance - Transfer personnel, budget, and equipment associated with Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I from the East District to the North District - Realign the Parks Operations Districts and create a North District - Staff, equipment, and budget increases to accommodate maintenance of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II, and the addition of two(2) parks - Construct a satellite shop for the South District Special Projects - Have first section of cemetery ready for occupancy - Renovation of the Central Park Maintenance Shop - New Community Park Development - Park Land Dedication Ordinance update and review - Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan update and review Section 7 Page 7 of 9 Fiscal Year 2006 Organization Changes - Landscape maintenance requirements for Fire Station #6 begin. - Budget increase for Parks Operations and Forestry to accommodate increased maintenance costs due to additional parks Section 7 Page 8 of 9 Fiscal Year 2007 Organization Changes - Budget increase for Parks Operations and Forestry due to the addition of two (2) new parks - Start planning for the 2008-2013 bond election Section 7 Page 9 of 9 LL S a� Ttf � Sect RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DISTRICTS DURING PERIOD OF 2002 - 2004 With the exception of Cy Miller Park, there will be no changes in the zoning of the three (3) districts. District Alignment for 2002 through 2004: South District Parks East District Parks West District Parks Southwood District Shop Central District Shop W. A. Tarrow District Shop Brothers Billie Madeley Anderson Castlegate Cy Miller Arboretum Edelweiss Eastgate Bee Creek Emerald Forest Lions Brison G. K. Fitch Merry Oaks Gabbard J. & D. Miller Oaks Hensel (TAMU) Lick Creek Parkway Lemontree Longmire Raintree Luther Jones Pebble Creek Richard Carter Southwest Site Pebble Creek 2 University Site Woodway Site Sandstone Thomas Shenandoah Windwood Non-Park Areas Steeplechase Wolf Pen Creek Conference Center Woodcreek Veterans PH I Old City Hall Lot Non-Park Areas Non-Park Areas Fire Station #2 Central Fire Station Fire Station#3 City Hall Block Police/Munic. Court . Tarrow St./Eastgate Medians Recommendations for South District: - Transfer Cy Miller Park to the East District. - Take on the maintenance of Castlegate, Pebble Creek II, and Shenandoah Parks as they are developed. Routine mowing of Castlegate Park will initially be completed through contract maintenance services. - Take on the increased maintenance of the Lick Creek Park improvements and the Steeplechase Park development. - Increase personnel by one (1) fulltime Groundsworker and increase seasonal money in the Fiscal Year 2004 budget. - Increase budget to accommodate increase in maintenance costs. No increase in maintenance facilities or major equipment will be needed. Section 8 Page 2 of 38 Recommendations for East District: - Take over the maintenance of Cy Miller Park. - Take on the maintenance of Billie Madeley Park, once developed. - Take on the increase maintenance of the Lions Park expansion and Richard Carter Park improvements. - Increase personnel by one (1) fulltime Groundsworker and increase seasonal funds by Fiscal Year 2003 to help meet current Parks Maintenance Standards and Specifications, and to help meet the rising demands brought on by the increase in pavilion and athletic field rentals and the increase in City sponsored tournaments. The South and West Districts have increased staff to accommodate the maintenance needs of additional parks or athletic facilities. The East District has not had an increase in parks or facilities, but over the years has had an increase in park improvements, pavilion and athletic field rentals, and State and National Tournaments. These "increases" place added demands on the crews and slows progress on performing routine tasks and projects. Other than the approved Service Level Adjustment for Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Phase I, no other increases in facilities or major equipment will be needed at this time. Recommendations for West District: - Take on the increased maintenance of Woodway Park development. No increase in personnel, facilities, or major equipment is anticipated. Other Recommendations for Period 2002 through 2004: - Increase the budgets of Cost Centers 651, 656, 657, and 658 to accommodate increase in maintenance costs. - Contract out the mowing of all municipal buildings except for the Police Station due to the close proximity to Cy Miller Park. - Increase each district's seasonal accounts to accommodate a higher hourly wage to attract more qualified seasonal applicants. - Increase Replacement Account by$25,000 per year to enhance the safety and appearance of park facilities. • Section 8 Page 3 of 38 — '',t,''''';:::i•P':',.‘ta.iiil,r,:ii • iw,c,-.:Vili-61-:..10., *,:,,,:0 ,,,..,„ IN) © — ''.c,o'•'•i::,:l 1:co P 8-;:0'.':,:i',.-.:.,,,,,,,,i,i' iiari Th , , • •tt.,cn:.:-,::ii-ii,.....,:.,P., ' •1.5''''l° ..:':11.8- ' .'"i(...)iiPil i-ri ki',2.iigil •,:tv:i.,,0,e.....,,,,, (1-,..a,,,,,, -,,,,,,,":, —.,P,:t;w ,,,,,,tp: k,4 ,, -;;;;„„f-1 :;1',cii.)ii1„„z-H5::,p.a.. . k`..) 1,..=.4 i...4 .., col ••Pif''8 Si FD 8 ili''''ie4,:il,-%.*iigli 0) ta.:-.'i 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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DISTRICTS DURING PERIOD OF 2005 - 2006 At this time, realignment of the districts and creating a fourth district is needed to accommodate the Phase II expansion of Veterans Park and Athletic Complex and the addition of Woodland Hills and Westfield Parks, and the Lions Park improvements to the park system. The rezoning will occur after the addition to the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex maintenance shop in Fiscal Year 2005, which will serve as the shop for the fourth district. Also, for Fiscal Year 2005, it is recommended that the Forestry Division move to a new shop and that the Central Park shop be renovated. District Alignment for 2005 through 2006: North District Central District West District South District Veterans District Shop Central District W. A. Tarrow Southwood District Shop District Shop _ Shop Billei Madeley Cy Miller Anderson Brothers Eastgate Emerald Forest Arboretum Castlegate Lions Oaks Bee Creek Edelweiss Merry Oaks Raintree Brison Edelweiss Gartens Parkway Sandstone Gabbard G. K. Fitch Richard Carter Wolf Pen Creek Hensel (TAMU) J. &D. Miller Thomas Woodcreek Lemontree Lick Creek University Site Luther Jones Longmire Windwood Non-Park Areas Southwest Site Pebble Creek Police/Munic, Court Woodway Pebble Creek 2 Non-Park Areas Shenandoah Tarrow St./Eastgate Medians Non-Park Areas Steeplechase Old City Hall Lot Westfield Woodland Hills Recommendations for North District: - Transfer all personnel, budget, and equipment, associated with Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Phase I, from the East District to the new North District. - Increase personnel with a Operations Supervisor, Crew Leader, an Equipment Operator, and five (5) Groundsworkers. Also increase seasonal account. - Additional equipment that is needed to accommodate Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase II and North District parks include: • Crewcab truck and trim trailer for trim crew, truck for the Operations Supervisor, two (2) z-turn out-front mowers, a tractor and mowing deck (or a mowing machine), and a small utility vehicle for Veterans Park and Athletic complex use. - Construct an addition to the shop to be large enough to house 15 people and the equipment required for completion of the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Master Plan. Section 8 Page 8 of 38 Recommendations for East District: - Transfer all personnel, budget, and equipment associated with Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Phase I, from the East District to the new North District. - Rename the East District to the Central District. With the addition of one (1) Groundsworker in the Fiscal Year 2003 budget, this district should not require any changes. Recommendations for West District: - Increase seasonal account. No increase in fulltime personnel, facilities, or major equipment is anticipated. Recommendation for South District: - Take on the maintenance of Woodland Hills, Westfield, and Edelweiss Gartens Parks. - Set up a satellite shop at the Community Park Site (BVSWMA Landfill) for a mowing crew. - Increase perso el with an Equipment Operator and two (2) Groundsworkers to be stationed at the satellite shop. - Additional equipment needed to accommodate maintenance of the additional park is: - A 3/4 ton truck or crew cab, a zero turn radius mower, a trim trailer, an out-front mower, and miscellaneous trim mowing equipment. - The satellite crew will assist the South District with primarily maintaining Pebble Creek, Pebble Creek, Phase II, Woodland Hills, Crowley, Shenandoah, Lick Creek, and Castlegate Parks. No increase in fulltime personnel, facilities, or major equipment is anticipated. Other Recommendations for Period 2005 through 2006: - Increase the budgets of Cost Centers 651, 656, 657, arid 658 to accommodate an increase in maintenance costs associated with the addition of Woodland Hills and Westfield Parks. - The South District satellite shop at the Community Park Site (BVSWMA Landfill) will eventually become the shop for a fifth district called the East District. Section 8 Page 9 of 38 X3 -3.-3 '-d ll: tri g E Oii.,. .WA 8 4,15i1"liiii-,' 47.1i,)1!.40, © w°1 ''')F7-3 til©©—: < 6°" ADe7 °I'jc:9'1 W3g7" 111 :ems:::'! � :>�' ','.11111i''.! I ll: .:� <���< � " a- 11 11:::ks E © .1 0. A, 0. i!!!!! :7'7 :::::: ,....,. ....,,..., ........._ F,'. OJ3:, OOMaintained Acres ice. 'eln1O , Fis‘ii."i::lig":t..„)1.1.4„;1-1 .ii <: 't'''. 'Fili ilii c"'IR; Iiip, i. \i,...,,.-,' ..„,...„:, .„...„),.., Iiiii..a.., iia... 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Pr _1 _ ,1111 ,: .: 1111.. _ Pebble Creek Park 10.20 10.20 2 4 1 2 1 1 5,290 157 6 1 122 1§01.01ifookp,U1Nitilioli _ :. :1111 _ - 4 _ _ _ _. _.. 1111.. _ :1111. . :: �50 _ _ _ : 1 ..:. _ __ .._.. ...... :;1111.::. ;.: 2:1101,111[1:111:::111,11,1"1.11111,1111._ _ 1111. :_ : _ ,, . 1111 1111. : ,. ;>:.... : :::1111 :. : 1 ;111 Shenandoah Park 12.10 1 1 1 1 1 ? ? ? -- :... � :: .,�..:.. �: .;..;: �1111 ..�..:.; ...,... ;S.4Lit ; d,fit ;;.. ... :.:;.;..•...:, 1111:. _ _ .. ,.. 44....{1 44..70.._ _. _ .001.01 _ ,:;.: ,. ,.:; I.111.11:1'.,,11111111.11111111111:11.11111: 10>7243: ,;, , ,.,; ,,1 ... .......:.........::.,:1:::111. ....8.,53.1..: 7 � 242 _I 4� <1111. >11.:1 ,® >: 1111.<. 1111::111 : ;.>... :......... 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We field P rk .. : 29 :: 9 :• 11::11.: ,,#-----r......ar.---.-.n.-..$:.a .... a-----s. y.. .......-----,.:: -..--,.,-. .k....... . -rr..-:. 9,..:rr --r...Q---.... ,.;-.... .-...a.......---q-•-..-,......r.-...---.qm.-...s.-:-.... „µ . _:. X.a.' .,,. �m�x � Woodland Mills Park 3.21 3.21 .5 1 1 1 T T. . .. 152 1 24 , _ 5. : 1111 : _. '....,,,,,'::',',"..ii..."::',...,' :.: _ ___ :. 4 1111. . :� '. .�. ':.. ,.i� :: � �. � .: _ : 1111. `�. 1111. _. _ � �:.�: �.: 11 .: ;: 111... _. _. :1111,., 1111.. : ,. �1111..: � � F � � �:.. � ,.,.:.. � ® ..:::..� � : TTA..S 178.75 639.02 0.00 6 13 5 18 12.5 6 4 2 19 5 1 9 4 10 9 2 0 30,586 11,564 9,439 258 10 717 Section 8 Page 14 of 38 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DISTRICTS DURING THE PERIOD 2007 - 2008 If the new Community Park (BVSWMA Landfill) site has become available at this time, it should be used to house a satellite shop in Fiscal Year 2006 to cut travel time and increase productivity of the South District. The site presently has a Quonset building with an office space, one (1) large restroom with numerous lockers, and a break room. The building has central air and heat in the three (3) rooms and has approximately 1,300 square feet of storage room for vehicles and equipment. The building could be renovated to allow for more storage space, but the curve sides of the building cause storage limitations. An open space shed is presently being constructed that could store implements and weather resistant materials. There is storage space above the rooms similar to that at the Southwood shop, but with approximately half the space. In the event that the Landfill building is not available, then the adjacent Freeman tract should be considered for the new shop. This building would not be able to house both a full Forestry crew and a Parks Operations satellite crew. Eventually, this building will be expanded to accommodate a full district crew and equipment (East District). With this in mind, the following recommendations are made for this time period. District Alignment for 2007 through 2008: North District Central District West District South District W/Satellite Shop Veterans District Shop Central District W. A. Tarrow Southwood District Shop District Shop Shop Billie Madeley Cy Miller Anderson Brothers Eastgate Emerald Forest Arboretum Castlegate Lions Oaks Bee Creek Crowley Merry Oaks Raintree Brison Edelweiss Parkway Sandstone Gabbard Edelweiss Gartens Richard Carter Woodcreek Hensel (TAMU) G. K. Fitch University Park Site Wolf Pen Creek Lemontree J. & D. Miller Thomas Luther Jones Lick Creek Windwood Non-Park Areas Southwest Longmire Police/Munic. Court Woodway Pebble Creek Non-Park Areas Pebble Creek 2 Tarrow St./Eastgate Shenandoah Medians Non-Park Areas Old City Hall Lot Steeplechase Westfield Woodland Hills Section 8 Page 15 of 38 Recommendations for North District: - Increase personnel with an Equipment Operator and a Groundsworker. - Increase seasonal budget. - Add a 3/4 ton truck to fleet in Fiscal Year 2008. Recommendations for Central District: - No recommendations. Recommendations for West District: - Take on the increased maintenance requirements of the Southwest Park development. Recommendations for South District: - Set up a satellite shop at the Community Park Site (BVSWMA Landfill) for a mowing crew. - Increase personnel with an equipment operator, and two (2) Groundsworkers to be stationed at the satellite shop. - Increase seasonal account. - Additional equipment needed to accommodate maintenance of additional parks is: * A 3/4 ton truck or crewcab, zero turn radius mower, a trim trailer, an out-front mowing machine, and miscellaneous trim mowing equipment. - The satellite crew will assist the South District with primarily maintaining the Pebble Creek, Woodland Hills, Crowley, Lick Creek, Shenandoah, Pebble Creek II, and Castlegate Parks. - Take on the maintenance of Edelweiss Gartens Park. 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Irrigation Heads ::><:<:•p ::>:: Irn anon Heads PARKS FUTURE MAINTF.l\ANCE NEED RECOMMENDATIONS (Forestry) Section 8 Page 22 of 38 Background In response to the City Council's approval of Vision Statements and Strategic Issues for Fiscal Year 2001, the Parks and Recreation Department reviewed current park maintenance operations. This review led to the development of standards that all ground maintenance aspects of the park system and municipal facility sites could be measured against. An assessment was made of how the Department was currently meeting those standards, and maintenance specifications were developed to meet the desired standards 90% of the time. The City Council approved the Park Maintenance Standards and Specifications on April 22, 2001. The approved maintenance standards and specifications are intended to produce a higher quality final product than what the Department is currently able to accomplish. The standards and specifications are not intended to produce the "ultimate" level of maintenance. Instead, they are intended to produce safe, functional, and well-maintained facilities with reasonable resource allocation. For Fiscal Year 2002, the City Council has continued with this item under Vision Statement 4, Strategy number 2.a: "Implementation of the Park Maintenance Standards. " A key milestone in the Fiscal Year 2002 process is the development of future Parks Operation and Forestry Division maintenance recommendations. Forestry Division Overview The Forestry Division is comprised of three (3) Activity Centers: Wolf Pen Creek, Cemetery, and Forestry. There are currently 12 full-time benefited employees, and the division budget for Fiscal Year 2002 is $894,916. This funding level includes the contracted grounds maintenance costs for seven (7) non-park system facilities (Business Center, Fire Station 1, Library, Utility Customer Service, Freeman-Texas Avenue, - Northgate Promenade, and the Northgate Parking Garage). The Forestry Division currently oversees contracted ground maintenance activities at ten (10) sites, with an additional three (3) sites to come on line within the next 12 to 18 months. In addition, this funding level includes two (2) additional Forestry/Horticulture Worker positions for four (4) months. These positions were added with the operation and maintenance (O&M) service level adjustment for Phase I of Veteran's Park and Athletic Complex. These two (2) positions are scheduled to become full-time in the Fiscal Year 2003 budget. The division is responsible for a wide variety of responsibilities throughout the community. These responsibilities are presented below with future maintenance recommendations for each area: Wolf Pen Creek Activity Center The Wolf Pen Creek Activity Center contains the O&M costs for the Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater special events facility. The 21-acre park site is maintained through this activity center, and is funded through the Hotel/Motel Fund. There is additional acreage around the park site that is funded through the General Fund, and these funds are included in the Forestry Activity Center. The Wolf Pen Creek activity center does not provide for the programming and special event staff costs, as these costs are included in the Recreation Division. When this facility came on line, the decision was made to contract for the grounds maintenance functions. This decision was based on the need for additional staff, vehicles, equipment, and shop space to address the addition of this facility. It was determined at the time that contracting these functions out would be the better fiscal choice for the near future. In fact, this was the first major grounds maintenance contract approved by the City. Section 8 Page 23 of 38 There are several additions planned for the Wolf Pen Creek Corridor starting in Fiscal Year 2002. The installation of a Bronze Wolves statue with a fountain and landscaping has already been completed. Maintenance functions for the statue will include landscape maintenance that will probably added to the existing grounds maintenance contract, and the weekly maintenance responsibilities that will be required to keep the fountain in operational order. These responsibilities will probably be assigned to Forestry Activity Center crews. Other planned additions for the corridor are concrete trails, kiosks, parking areas, and additional landscape areas that will be created along the corridor from Texas Avenue to the Earl Rudder Freeway. Proposed additions to the facility itself include additional parking, dressing rooms, and concession and storage areas. Future Maintenance Recommendations for the Wolf Pen Creek Activity Center 1. Continue contracting the grounds maintenance functions for the existing sites as well as the additions associated with the trail projects. Funding for this would probably come from a mixture of Hotel/Motel and General Funds. Obviously, this funding level will have to increase with the expansion of the facility and corridor area. The current level of service for this facility, such as the frequency of mowing, ornamental planting maintenance, weed control, and fertilization, should remain the same for the park itself These service levels will be adjusted somewhat for the trail areas as they come on line as these areas will not require the same level of maintenance operations. There is already a difference in the level of service provided for the park itself versus the surrounding areas. All service levels will be in accordance with the approved Park Maintenance Standards and Specifications. 2. It should be noted that other line item accounts within this activity center will also have to increase with the addition of amenities. This will include electrical, water, and grounds maintenance accounts such as trees, flowers, soil amendments, etc. 3. The addition of the various new items will also necessitate increasing the Public Works-Facility Maintenance budget, and potentially the Public Works-Streets budget. 4. The additions of amenities associated with the trail system (benches, trashcans, shelters, parking areas, etc.) will require funding increases for seasonal workers to maintain these features in accordance with the approved Maintenance Standards and Specifications. Cemetery Activity Center The Cemetery Activity Center provides for the three (3) full time benefited cemetery employees and the O&M costs for the 18.5-acre municipal cemetery. This cemetery site has approximately 1,000 standard spaces and 520 cremate spaces left for sale. With these figures, and the average rate of sale for cemetery spaces over the past several years, it is anticipated that this site will be sold out in approximately six (6) to eight (8) years. Obviously, the site will remain active past that time frame, as "sold out" does not equate to "full." Voters approved $275,000 in the 1998 Bond Election for the purchase of a new municipal cemetery site. The City is actively involved in locating and purchasing a suitable 30 to 40-acre tract of land. It is anticipated that a cemetery of this size would serve the community for the next 40 to 50 years. Once the land Section 8 Page 24 of 38 has been purchased, it is recommended that a master plan be developed for the entire site. This plan should outline a phase-in approach for the different sections so that all the survey and plat costs are not incurred at one time. These first sections should then be platted and marked so that landscaping, roadways and any needed utility extensions can be completed. Early development of the site should include fencing the entire property. This goal should be an operational area of the new site prior to the existing site selling out. Future Maintenance Recommendations for the Cemetery Activity Center 1. Acquisition of a new site. 2. Development of a master plan for the site. This should be completed by a consultant familiar with cemetery development. This master plan will help maximize the number of useful spaces and allow for appropriate landscape areas. 3. Fence the entire property. 4. Acquire or develop a software package to track the numerous types of information associated with each space. 5. The addition of staff and equipment to allow rough mowing of the site. This addition will be dependent upon the acquired site. Provide for planting of trees throughout the site. This will require an irrigation system or the ability to hand water. 6. Develop first phase of the site to include: roadway, platting, monumentation, irrigation, signage, and landscaping. Add appropriate crew, vehicle, equipment, and O&M costs. It is anticipated that only one (1) additional Cemetery Sexton position will be needed. This position would then direct two (2) crews to accomplish the maintenance needed at both sites. Overall site maintenance service levels should match the existing site. 7. Dependent upon the site acquired, there may be a need for the construction of a maintenance shop, or the possibility of potentially sharing shop space with another Parks and Recreation area. 8. The existing site should be considered for connection to the proposed reclaimed water system. This connection would allow turf irrigation that has been severely curtailed in the past three (3) years. This would also improve the appearance of the facility as directed by the approved Maintenance Standards and Specifications. 9. Phase II of the current Texas Avenue project will place a median across the entrance of the existing cemetery site. Once the project is complete, access to the site will only be available from southbound traffic lanes on Texas Avenue. To alleviate this problem, the back entry gate, that is currently being used as a service entrance only, should have landscape and road improvements. This entrance could then also act as a customer entrance, and accommodate traffic flow from the south. Forestry Activity Center The Forestry Activity Center has nine (9) employees, including the Superintendent for the division, and a wide variety of maintenance responsibilities beyond urban forestry. In contrast to the Park Operations Section 8 Page 25 of 38 Division, there are no districts, and consequently the crews respond to the maintenance concerns throughout the community. In general, this activity center provides for ornamental planting bed, irrigation system, and tree maintenance requirements for all park system sites and almost all municipal building sites. The activity center does not have any direct responsibilities at the two (2) water treatment plants or at the landfill site. In addition, the activity center is responsible for all street tree maintenance functions on 250 miles of streets, and provides the majority of the workforce to create, install, and maintain the outdoor light displays for the annual Christmas in the Park program. The maintenance hours logged for the major work categories in Fiscal Year 2001 are located in Table 15 (below). !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!gologilliiiiiiinionElalgiflmilisnionisimilosimilloolon glgl:glyIIIIIIEEEEIfgoktoi,ifootpicgotor!§t?g*gOttOIMII.seiooBgEIENN•opl IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIEIIIII"."Nvkotoyootzoqttokkoo;hootopguioioop000pmoomnngon .w....9ii_c cattmx Forestry Crew Horticulture Crew Irrigation Crew Totals Forestry Activities 1.PLANT 1.00 9.00 2.00 12.00 2.TRIM 233.00 0.00 1.00 234.00 3.REMOVE 513.00 61.75 35.50 610.25 4.NEW/TREE CARE 47.00 12.00 0.00 59.00 5.CLEARANCE 241.50 27.00 18.50 287.00 6.DRAINAGE 10.00 0.00 0.00 10.00 7.FIRE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 8.SANITATION 17.00 5.50 0.00 22.50 9.SIGNS/SIGNAL 4.00 0.00 0.00 4.00 10.STREETS 84.00 1.00 6.00 91.00 11.RESIDENTS 5.50 0.00 0.00 5.50 12.OTHERITAMU/CSID 8.00 0.00 10.00 18.00 Forestry Totals 1,164.00 116.25 73.00 1,353.25 Forestry Hours Horticulture Activities 13.GENERAL MAINT. 13.50 1,196.25 10.50 1,220.25 14.PESTICIDE/SPRAY 18.50 170.50 0.00 189.00 15.BED IMPROVEMENT 0.00 116.50 2.00 118.50 16.PLANT REPLACE 0.00 99.50 5.00 104.50 17.SEASON/COLOR 8.00 335.00 0.00 343.00 18.NEW/LANDSCAPE 4.00 134.50 7.00 145.50 19.WATERING 122.25 386.50 2.00 510.75 Horticulture Totals 166.25 2,438.75 26.50 2,631.50 • Horticulture Hours Irrigation Activities 20.SYSTEMS CHECK 21.50 3.50 254.75 279.75 21.REPAIR 69.50 115.00 996.75 1,181.25 22.IMPROVEMENTS 8.00 22.00 117.00 147.00 23.NEW INSTALL 23.00 94.00 264.50 381.50 Irrigation Totals 122.00 234.50 1,633.00 1,989.50 Irrigation Hours Section 8 Page 26 of 38 Table 15 Continued Work Category Forestry Crew Horticulture Crew Irrigation Crew Totals Special Events 24.CHRISTMAS 842.00 1,689.75 862.50 3,394.25 25.TREE/RECYCLING 22.50 38.00 14.50 75.00 26.WPC/CONCERTS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 27.WPC MUD 0.00 21.00 34.50 55.50 28.TOURNAMENTS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Special Event Totals 864.50 1,748.75 911.50 3,524.75 Special Event Hours Administration 29.SHOP/EQUIP. 192.50 246.75 287.50 726.75 30.ADMIN. 58.00 67.25 28.50 153.75 31.TRAINING 55.00 48.75 32.75 136.50 32.SAFETY/MEETINGS 47.50 40.75 48.00 136.25 33.MISC. 101.00 41.25 47.00 189.25 Administration Totals 454.00 444.75 443.75 1,342.50 Administration Hours 2,770.75 4,983.00 3,087.75 10,841.50 Total hours logged by crew Forestry Crew Horticulture Crew Irrigation Crew , Total The activity center's budget also contains the landscape maintenance funding for seven (7) non-park system facilities. While these areas are under a maintenance contract, on occasion the Forestry Activity Center personnel respond to horticulture and irrigation repair and replacement needs at these sites. Response time and/or fiscal responsibility decisions usually drive the need for this response. Tree maintenance functions are not included in the landscape maintenance contract at these sites, and consequently these functions are intended to be addressed by the Forestry Activity Center personnel. To accomplish these various tasks, one (1) Forestry Supervisor directs the daily work activities for a three (3)-person horticulture crew, a two (2)- person forestry crew, and a two (2)-person irrigation crew. In addition to the wide variety of maintenance responsibilities in every corner of the community, required maintenance functions are driven by outside forces such as weather, system malfunctions, diseases, insects, and vandalism. Consequently, the maintenance specifications (Appendix A, Pages 37-38) section of the approved Park Maintenance Standards and Specifications sets minimum activities and intervals. With proper staffing levels and resources, these specifications should produce the desired level of appearance within acceptable fiscal levels. This is the major goal of the approved Park Maintenance Standards and Specifications. Section 8 Page 27 of 38 Urban Forest Management For Fiscal Year 2002, the City Council set Vision Sthataern'ttelnt 3, Strategy Number 4.a as the development of an Urban Forest Management Plan for the cot unity. This will be a comprehensive plan to address all aspects of naging College Station's urban forest. The plan will include a review of the benefits and liabilities of the existing urban forest and discussion of the needs and responsibilities to manage this resource. The plan will also offer policy and procedure suggestions as well as staffing requirements to meet the level of maintenance adopted by the City. The plan is scheduled for presentation to the City Council in May 2002. It is anticipated that this presentation will generate Council direction in regard to the level of maintenance they wish to adopt. Service Level Adjustments to meet those maintenance standards would then be developed for the Fiscal Year 2003 and subsequent budgets. With this in mind, this Future Maintenance Reco endation Report does not completely address this major area, as it will be reviewed through the above process. However,this oppo 0 ity must be taken to stress the level of liability that the City has from urban trees, and the almost non-existent resources dedicated to their maintenance. A clear indication of the disparity in resources and assigned responsibilities in this area is the fact that the current two (2)-person forestry crew is the same as the assigned workforce 25 years ago. In addition, Chart 1 (below) details the Fiscal Year 2001 number of n hours spent by major category for this two(2)-person crew. This information was generated using the data from Table 15 (Pages 26-27). An obvious concern is that this crew spent only 43% of their time working in their major area of responsibility for Fiscal Y., 2001. Chart Forestry Crew Work Hours Fiscal Year 2001 Admit, 16% Forestry 43% 11111101w— ,,--71111111111W, Special iii Bients Horticulture 31% Irrigation 6% 4% Future Maintenance Recommendations for Urban Forestry 1. As indicated above, development of a comprehensive management plan for the co unity has been initiated and will be presented to the City Council in May 2002. 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(square feet of landscaped area,located at 35 different (56 systems located at 40 different sites) Section 8 Page 30 of 38 : TibIe 17 ContrRcted Areas* # SITE NAME NO.py sysTEms SQUARE FOOTAGE OF LANDSCAPE AREA 1 Business Center 4 26300 as tl e g ate Park _ 3 Fire Station#1 1 1.200 4 G.Bush Medians 1 .11111:1110111111111111111110i2400KIIIIIIIII1111111•11111 : 6 Municipal Court 11181711111IIINOftlikaCf4itargiG4i4g111110110111111111111119101110111I 7,800 siNothgateiPro7enlad7 1 2,300 9 Texas Avenue Medians 7,600 10 Utility Customiie!:iiService1 6,800 1.1 IIIIIHI11111111111Utility Service Genter(turi'onlyl 12 University Dr.medians 13 \V?C Park and Corridor 2 20,000 13 74,800 *Forestry Activity Center crews respond to irrigation and landscape maintenance needs at these contracted sites from time to time. Section 8 Page 31 of 38 „am a ed ar-- b— from landscaped transferred es were es were municipal buildings with 2\ employe Ari.,\ *Ye d ction, f park sites and te this new dire At two,:( p,/ th. ' two ‘''hcithis being locate aesthetics o accommodate that time, majority 01 - • in the, Division- with the increase ina the ae- To ac areas, h been - ed t 1987. Increasing City in . the Forestry of land n a huge 1 he crews additions f the - to - f9 30) landscaped , there has has outstripped of plant priority P Parks the - o Operations 000 oper . re feet 0 (Pages 2 - square Table 16 . mately 7, . ,ed in Ta ' growth d to the loss . for. This . responsibility has lea the sites. This ds in ible for approximately Division As indicated direct respo level of wee responsible has ions at these si required if the Conference Center. unacceptable at the areas this crew maintenance functions t be d as s well as the uat would not of landscaped a c landscape mad stress, a that product has suffered a number -provide the basic water se for the y Ci f the final . disease, an This is an excellent ability to d by insects, create an expense the quality material cause conditions o address them. Overall, d in 2001. mater Both of these resources to a h were adopted ornamental beds. tions could be accomplished.increases in a tions that w -maintenance functions reasonable and Specifications Fiscal for basic main have been added without reas ce Standards ri by the horticulturea ' crew. major ore areas -- d for the Park,Maintenan hours logged _.,. . working in their mf the nee is the f their time example o Chart 2(below). details only49 th % o w above, crew spent crew as this forestry with the fo is revealed001. As wl The same problem. al*t k r-s 2 Year 2001. . in Fisc n bility f responsibility Chart 2 area 0 Hours Work Crew Horticulture 2 Fiscal Year 2001 Forestry Adnin r- 9% 2% ---4.111111111. rticulture Aralt;r5:: ::2;,.,,,,,\\ Ho 49/ , ,,--",--f-,7- -,1`"'---- -7-421:M 'Ei-r:--;'--'- Special (// Events 35% Irrigation 5% ticultYre for Hor • i nce Recommendations - ,,,, /2)being major goals): should be We 0 k 3p shou Future Ma. (the first tw s 37--- eons t for this area ne dix A., Page e specifications goals should be se a ,s (Appendix ted that thes The following fo goa * for maintaining landscaped It should be t only in the no difference not ,0 be * • l for -- - visible dm' ill have t specifications . onsib e . directly resp d that there . is a v- sources w Thespec approved area this crew is an f ations, re contracted sites., ci lc_ 1. 1. d to each a these basic specifications,applied et at the co I To provide currently being m turf as wel are areas but the _ . . . s reduced. bilitie landscaped list of responsibilities or the added, Section 8 f 32 o 38 Page 2. Raise the amount of time spent by this crew on their major area of responsibility to 70%. As with the first goal, resources will have to be added or the list of responsibilities reduced. 3. One of the first recommendations made by the Parks Maintenance Standards was to contract out the turf and landscape maintenance functions for City Hall, Central Fire, Fire Station 2, Fire Station 3, Conference Center, Police Department, Public Works, and the Utility Service Center (currently only the turf is under contract). The intent of this move would be to 1.) Provide for the basic maintenance functions at these sites that cannot be currently met, thereby increasing the quality of the final product; and 2.) Freeing up park maintenance crew (both Parks Operations and Forestry) man hours to be used on increasing the level of quality in the park system sites. This move is still highly recommended as it will free up time for the Parks and Recreation Department crews as well as remove these areas from the Department's direct responsibility. It should be noted that the Public Works Department would gain some crew time as well, as their ROW crew would not have to mow the Public Works building site. 4. Yearly evaluations should be completed to measure if the horticulture crew(s) has the capability to provide the basic care at their assigned sites, and the percentage of time the crew spends on horticulture duties is 70% or better. Additional resources should then be requested to meet the first two (2) major goals. 5. A second crew, vehicle, and associated equipment should be added to address the current workload. To start with, this could probably be a two (2)-person crew. This crew could then be expanded with seasonal employees or a third full time employee to meet the major goals of providing the basic services and spending 70% of the time in horticulture activities. Irrigation The City created an Irrigation Specialist position in 1993. At that time there were 40 systems to maintain. Today, there is a two (2)-person crew that is responsible for 56 systems at 40 different sites throughout the community. These range from systems with a handful of heads, to athletic turf systems that approach 100- plus heads. Similar to horticulture, the irrigation crew responds to problems as needed on 13 additional systems at the contracted sites. In order to maintain the systems in good operating condition, monthly checks are needed on spray-type systems, and weekly checks on drip systems. Along with the checks, any deficiencies or needed repairs should be completed within ten (10) working days. These components are the basis for the approved specifications included in the approved Park Maintenance Standards and Specifications (Appendix A, Pages 37-38). Having irrigation systems operating properly affects numerous areas. Athletic turf can be maintained at levels that are safe for use. Systems that do not over spray streets and sidewalks can reduce liability concerns. The City saves money if there is no waste of water from improper calibration or broken systems. Plant material can be maintained at healthy levels with no water stress induced by too much or too little water, thus saving the City money by not having to replace dead material. Water conservation through properly calibrated and well designed systems can save money as the water demand curve can be altered. Well-maintained irrigation systems have been the focus of recent City Council actions such as the Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Plan, Water Conservation Plan, and increased maintenance functions to produce quality athletic turf for Soccer, Little League, and Softball programs. Section 8 Page 33 of 38 As with the urban forest and horticulture areas, the additions of new sites have outgrown .intenance capabilities. Monthly checks do not get completed, and needed repairs go for weeks without attention. The obvious outcome is a poor quality of final product that ends up costing the City in the long run through plant and turf replacement, wasting of water, and increased time required to address citizen concerns. Chart 3 (below) reflects the irrigation crew hours for Fiscal Year 2001. It shows the same problem noted in urban forestry and horticulture. For Fiscal Year 2001, the crew only spent 53% of their time on irrigation mainte ce functions. Chart 3 Irrigation Crew Work Hours Fiscal Year 2001 Forestry Admin 14% 2% Horticulture 1% Special Events Irrigation 53% 30% Future Maintenance Recommendations for Irrigation As with the horticulture maintenance responsibilities,the following goals should be set for this area(the first two (2)being major goals). 1. The approved specifications for intaining irrigation systems(Appendix A,Pages 3748)should be met on all systems. As with horticulture duties, these specifications are being met at the contracted sites, which have resulted in less plant and turf water stress, and acceptable final appearance of these sites. To provide these basic specifications, resources will have to be added, or the list of responsibilities reduced. 2. Raise the amount of time spent by this crew on their major area of responsibility to 70%. As with the first goal, resources will have to be added or the list of responsibilities reduced. 3. To help with the first two (2) major goals, a second Irrigation Specialist position should be created. The systems that the Forestry Activity Center is directly responsible for would then be split b een the two (2) Irrigation Specialists. That way, each individual will be responsible for system checks and repairs as needed for their respective areas. Currently, the two (2)-person crew responds to all needs for all the systems. Two (2) crews will allow two (2) separate issues to be addressed simultaneously. Section 8 Page 34 of 38 The creation of a second Irrigation Specialist position has already been proposed. This will be facilitated by one (1) of the new positions gained in response to the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex Service Level Adjustment. A vehicle for the second irrigation crew has already been identified. If implemented, there would be two (2) Irrigation Specialists that share a Forestry/Horticulture worker as needed. 4. Yearly evaluations should be completed to measure if the irrigation crews have the capability to provide the basic care for their assigned systems, and the percentage of time the crews spend on irrigation duties is 70% or better. Additional resources should then be requested to meet the first two (2) major goals. 5. In response to the recently adopted Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Plan, all new ornamental beds should be designed with drip irrigation systems. These systems will be allowed to operate longer under drought conditions. This will insulate the large financial investment in plant material from water stress problems. In addition, drip systems will save money, as less water is typically required. However, the systems must be closely monitored for proper operation and the amount of water applied. Mistakes in run times or undetected system failures result in quick plant stress and potential loss. As time permits, existing ornamental bed zones could be retrofitted to drip as well. 6. If the maintenance specifications and time spent on irrigation duties can be met, the next recommendation would be to certify the Irrigation Specialists to perform the annual backflow device testing. Currently, this is preformed by the Public Utilities Department's Water/WasteWater Division. As this testing currently involves several crews, there is room for improvement in efficiency and time lines if this testing would be accomplished by the Irrigation Specialists. Overall Future Maintenance Recommendations for the Forestry Activity Center Several specific maintenance recommendations for the assigned urban forest, horticulture, and irrigation responsibilities have been detailed above. Recommendations that would affect the entire Forestry Activity Center include the following: The creation, maintenance, and installation of the outdoor light displays for the Christmas in the Park program are a huge percentage of the Special Events category listed on Table 15 (Pages 26-27). For Fiscal Year 2001, the Forestry Activity Center logged over 3,000 man-hours on this project. This time commitment is the major reason the forestry, horticulture, and irrigation crews do not spend more time on their major areas of responsibility. The 3,000 man-hour level is comparable to two (2) full time employees for one (1) year. The addition of two (2) employees could mitigate this time block, and help move the crews towards the above-mentioned goal of 70% of the time or better, spent on their primary job duties. 2. The proposed reclaimed water system has large potential impacts for the Forestry Activity Center and the City. Irrigation systems operating on reclaimed water will not have the restrictive rules outlined in the Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Plan. This will lead to safer athletic turf, less plant stress, resultant loss and replacement, and improved aesthetics of all affected areas. Obviously, Section 8 Page 35 of 38 removing as many of the large irrigation systems as possible from the potable water supply will benefit the City in the long run as infrastructure will not be needed to meet water demand created by these systems. 3. A new maintenance shop is strongly recommended to provide adequate support for this area. It is anticipated that this new shop would be located somewhere other than Central Park. If so, arrangements will need to be made in regards to the light displays for the Christmas in the Park program. Storage, fabrication, installation, and maintenance from a remote location will require more time than that currently used, as well as create problems with the displays from transportation. The sizing of the maintenance shop should also be taken into consideration with the direction given and level of maintenance activities set for urban forest management, as well as the recommended additional horticulture and irrigation crews. 4. Dependent upon the direction given for the implementation of the Urban Forest Management Plan, a second Forestry Supervisor position should be created for the Forestry Activity Center. Urban forest management duties and crews would then be assigned to one (1) supervisor, with horticulture and irrigation crews assigned to the other supervisor. Section 8 Page 36 of 38 Appendix A Horticulture and Irrigation excerpt from Park Maintenance Standards and Specifications IX.HORTICULTURE A. Design Standards 1. Design all new landscape beds following xeriscape principles. 2. Retro fit existing landscape areas to drip irrigation systems. 3. Retro fit existing landscape areas according to xeriscape principles. 4. Utilize proven plant materials and bed construction methods that work for the College Station area. B. Proposed maintenance standards 1. All landscaped areas. - Seasonal color beds. • Two (2) change outs per year (7,000 each 4-inch pots). • Removal of old material. • Tilling of area, incorporating fertilizer. • Planting, mulching, watering of new material. • Pre-emergent application. - Hand watering of non irrigated areas as needed, year round. - Mulch replenishment twice a year with two (2) inches of new mulch (non- groundcover and seasonal color areas). - Disease and insect monitoring with each maintenance visit, and treatment as needed. - All non-wildflower or native areas to have pre-emergent application(s) for annual control (number of applications to change with selected chemical). 2. Class A landscape areas (defined by areas that require once/week visits due to plant material,watering requirements,visibility,etc.) • One (1) visit per week March through October. • One (1) or two (2) visits per month November through February. • Each visit to include all necessary hand watering, weeding, pruning, trash removal, etc. 3. Class B landscape areas (remaining areas) • Two (2) visits per month March through October. • One (1) visit per month November through February. • Each visit to include all necessary hand watering, weeding, pruning, trash removal, etc. 4. Response to horticulture needs at contracted sites as needed. Section 8 Page 37 of 38 Appendix A Continued X. P '1 GATION A. Design Standards 1. All new systems must meet or exceed current Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) minimum design standards. 2. All new landscape areas designed with drip irrigation. 3. New athletic turf systems designed so as to minimize the number of hours to complete the watering cycle. 4. All new systems installed with separate water meter, rain sensor, and pressure reducer. 5. Maximize the utilization of reclaimed water if it becomes available. B. Proposed maintenance standards 1. Complete monthly inspection on spray type systems. 2. Complete once a week inspections on drip systems or zones. • 3. Complete all repairs within ten (10) working days. 4. Retro fit existing spray zones in landscape areas to drip system. 5. Perform system audits once every two (2) years (potential new TNRCC requirement). 6. Maintain zone by zone description card and log with projected run times from audits. 7. Replace last of hydraulic systems. 8. In-house annual testing, repair, and certification of backflow devices. Section 8 Page 38 of 38 Pam Springfield Parks Master Plan meeting Page 1 - From: Pam Springfield To: Curtis Bingham; David Gerling; Kris Lehde; Pete Vanecek; Peter Lamont; Ric Ploeger; Ross Albrecht; Steve Beachy Date: 2/20/02in t-tr- I Time: 4:00PM - 5:00PM Subject: Parks Master Plan Meeting !„,--1, 1 ,-'---:'----' r-,----------- Place: Parks Conference Room 0,,. -- - ( i_CY:11.,..,.. _ Parks Board Master Plan subcommittee members will meet with Park section IV of the Master Plan. Thank you! l) ,_,,,,------ L,,,,,:-.--.' •-•-• - Li ,,', ,,, / \ 1 c i‘ fl -.--...,----- department , ..„ ' --------' -- br- i '''' •,-,,....( , ., .---,-„,.- ' I I 0 '\ I ‘ 1 , --,!•-• -:: i' I j , '..,-L- Id 'f. g. ifg'gg .4-,. _ 1:6 1U i ,,,,,k, .‘. r‘.(1f--, ;:: ,------,_ ------. ( ...,41 i 1 . i',-, JoilL A ,,. a-)-'1 -,..i't:).r,-, Ii 'i--,. \'''',1 'I '''' - I fi A ‘1 /,,I. I, -.-------- ,,,c i --1 , 1t,r' .4',...,,,..,„, 1, 4.,,, ',. '.) #: 1 (g) - t'i ,, „ ‘g-g--,..i t ; ,, i g f! fr, 1 r if i A ‘ 4' Pamrin field - Revised Parks Master Plan Meeting Page 1 p g From: Pam Springfield To: Parks Conference Room Date: 2/20/02 Time: 4:00PM - 5:30PM Subject: Revised Parks Master Plan Meeting Place: Parks Conference Room Revised Parks Master PlanMeeting N Thank you! Pamela Springfield enior Secretary 7 Station Parks Recreation Department College ,. (979) 764-6271 City of College Station Recreation, Park, and Open Space Master Plan Three Year Review and Update Proposed Schedule I. January: - Staff review and update of the current Master Plan, Section I (Introduction). Completion of the Parks and Recreation Department 5-Year Strategic Plan. II® February: —Board review and comments regarding Section II (Goals and Objectives). - Board review and comments regarding the Parks and Recreation Department Strategic Plan. - Staff review and update of Section IV (Area and Facility Concepts and Standards). - Staff completion of the update to the Parks and Recreation Department Resource Guide. III. March: - Staff review and update of Section V (Inventory of Facilities). - Staff review and update of Section VI (Needs Assessment and Identification). IV. April: Board review and comments regarding proposed updates for Sections I, IV, V, and VI. - Board review and comments regarding Section VII (Prioritization of Needs and Plan Implementation). V. May: —Board review and comments regarding Section III (Plan Development Process). VI. June: Public Review Period of the revised Master Plan. Board consideration of revised Master Plan. Planning and Zoning Commission Consideration of revised Master Plan. VII. July: —Public review period City Council presentation and consideration of ordinance adopting revised Master Plan. 0/Board/Revised Master Plan Schedule.doc Updated:February 7,2002 IL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES CITY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The principal goals and objectives related to parks, recreation, and open space are found in Section 2.08 (Parks and Recreation Goals and Objectives) of the city's Comprehensive Plan. Three other sections of the plan relate indirectly to the city's provision of parks, recreation, and open space: Section 2.03 (Land Use Goals and Objectives), Section 2.05 (Community Appearance Goals and Objectives), and Section 2.07 (Transportation Goals and Objectives). Appendix 4 lists these related goals and objectives. Appendix 5 lists the Parks and Recreation Board's annual goals for 1999 and 2000 in priority order. These annual goals were developed by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board in consultation with the Parks and Recreation Department staff and in consideration of previous public input (see Section III of this plan for a description of the process by which these goals were developed). Subsequently considered and approved by the City Council, they address both the city's Comprehensive Plan and strategic issues identified by the Council, and they primarily reflect current activities and concerns. As discussed further in Section III, a separate Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan was deemed necessary in order to provide a greater level of detail than is included in the Comprehensive Plan. As such, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board recognized that the Comprehensive Plan provided strategic goals and general objectives. The Master Plan supplements it to address specific goals and specific objectives with an action orientation. SPECIFIC GOALS RELATED TO ST TEGIC GOALS AND GENE L OBJECTIVES: Listed below are the specific annual goals (1999-2000) as they relate to the Comprehensive Plan's strategic goals and general objectives (slightly amended) for parks, recreation, and open space. These specific goals are ordered by priority within the framework of each General Objective. Specific objectives related to these goals will be discussed in Section VII of this plan("Prioritization of Needs and Plan Implementation"). Section 2.08 -Parks and Recreation Goals and Objectives Strategic Goal#1 - College Station should continue to enhance its system of parks, recreation facilities, recreational services, and open space. General Objective #1 - College Station should continue to maintain the high quality and wide variety of park and recreation resources now available to residents and visitors, and to provide for expansion as needed. Specific Goal#1 - Implement approved Capital Improvement Programs. Specific Goal#2 - Encourage the early development of the former landfill site on State Highway 6. Specific Goal#3 -Emphasize Lincoln Center leadership development and program enhancement. H- Specific Goal #4 - Investigate a dedicated revenue source for community park development. Specific Goal#5 - Explore the feasibility of a municipal golf course. Specific Goal #6 - Explore the feasibility of a commercial ice skating facility. Strategic Goal#2 - College Station should continue to provide the highest quality parks and recreational facilities and services. General Objective 2.1 - College Station should continue its high quality maintenance standards and seek to improve all existing city parks, equipment, and grounds, including linear natural corridors and special streetscape areas in locations such as Northgate and along Texas Avenue. Specific Goal#7 - Implement the Wolf Pen Creek Master Plan. Specific Goal#8 - Enhance the public perception of Wolf Pen Creek corridor. Specific Goal#9 - Establish an on-going re-appraisal of existing parks, facilities, and services offered by the department. Specific Goal#10 rn Encourage arboretum/garden parks and color emphasis in existing parks. Specific Goal#11 -Develop an Urban Forestry Plan for College Station. General Objective 2.2 - College Station should continue to develop and maintain parks and recreation areas jointly with other public agencies, including Texas A&M University (TAMU), College Station Independent School District, and Brazos County. Specific Goal#12 - Investigate the feasibility of cooperative ventures with the College Station Independent School District. Specific Goal#13 - Incorporate public art into the park system. Specific Goal#14 - Investigate the feasibility of cooperative ventures with TAMU on facilities and programs, especially at Hensel Park and Veterans Park and Athletic Complex facilities. Strategic Goal#3 - Develop greenbelts to connect park and residential areas. H-2 General Objective 3.1 - College Station should develop a donation/purchase policy to acquire elected portions of the 100-year floodplain on properties that have been platted or developed to provide natural corridors to be used for open space and passive recreation uses that will link parks to one another and to residential areas. College Station should also accept dedications that are consistent with the greenway characteristics specified in the plan; utilize City funding sources, including bond funds if necessary, to acquire land acquisition services; and monitor the recent revised park land dedication ordinance as it is applied to dete ine if additional changes are necessary to support the Greenways Master Plan. General Objective 3.2 - College Station should designate selected portions of the 100- year floodplain on undeveloped properties as "natural corridors" that are to be used for open space and passive recreation uses that will link parks to one another and to residential areas and provide for access to unique areas along greenways where people can enjoy and study natural processes. General Objective 33 College Station should acquire adequate funding for greenway development from various sources; design and construct trails by following development and maintenance guidelines; develop a program for long te maintenance of publicly held greenways; and incorporate maintenance costs into future year budgets. Specific Goal#15 = Support the implementation of the greenways master plan. II-3 IV. AREA AND FACILITY CONCEPTS AND STANDA ' S A. References STANDA S: To determine the appropriate amount and type of park land for College Station, this Master Plan utilizes standards developed by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), an independent, nonprofit organization which is the field's professional organization with a membership of over 23,000. Two of NRPA's publications, the 1983 Recreation, Park and Open Space Standards and Guidelines, and the 1996 Park Recreation, Open Space and Greenway Guidelines, were consulted in the preparation of area and facility concepts and standards for College Station. As described below,NRPA's 1983 publication included specific acreage recommendations for various types of parks, although its 1996 guidelines encouraged more flexibility in both size and design in line with unique local factors and desires. B. Local Adaptation INFLUENCES: The city government is the primary provider of parks and public open space in College Station. Park and open space needs are most heavily influenced by the expectations of College Station residents for high quality park services, although the location of Texas A&M University within city limits, the availability to the general public of park and recreation facilities owned by the College Station Independent School District, and the city's immediate proximity to the City of Bryan, are also important factors. Residential and traffic patterns, road access, convenience, and the availability of land also impact the city's provision of park land. Many of the park, recreation, and open space needs of Texas A&M students, faculty, and staff are met on campus via ballfields, sports courts, a new recreation center, and passive open spaces. The University also operates Hensel Park within city limits, which is a joint-use facility for students and College Station residents. However, it cannot be assumed that all of the university-related park and open space needs are being met on campus due to the distribution of university students, faculty, and staff throughout the area, and the demand for organized athletic leagues within the city. The proximity of College Station to the City of Bryan also impacts the provision of park, recreation, and open space services and facilities in College Station. Evidence from registrations in College Station's sports leagues suggests that many of the park and recreation needs of Bryan residents are not being met by their city government, and some are choosing to utilize facilities and services available in College Station. This potential impact of Bryan residents, however, is not considered to be as significant as the impact of Texas A&M students, faculty, and staff. IV- ] C. Area and Facility Concepts CATEGORIES: NRPA's classification table for park, open spaces, and pathways has been adapted to reflect the existing inventory of park property in College Station and anticipated future needs. The categories of parks, open space, and pathways which are applicable to College Station are: Mini-park: A mini-park is used to address limited, isolated, or unique recreational needs. Many school and church playgrounds often serve as de facto mini-parks. NRPA recommends that mini-parks be between 2,500 square feet and one acre in size, although technically, any park smaller than five acres would be considered a mini-park. The City of College Station currently has six developed mini-parks totaling 10.87 acres (see Table 4). However, the Parks and Recreation Board has established a policy not to develop mini-parks under five acres in the future. Almost all of these parks were created by dedications from developers, and the limited use and effectiveness of parcels under five acres do not justify the costs associated with their maintenance and operations. As such, unless circumstances warrant otherwise, no parks under five acres will be established in the future. Neighborhood Park: This category serves as the recreational and social focus of a neighborhood,pe itting both active and passive uses. NRPA recommends that neighborhood parks should be a minimum of five acres, with five to ten acres optimal. College Station currently has 23 neighborhood parks totaling 217.44 acres (see Table 4). Because the city's policy is to provide for activities that focus on youth and families (such as soccer, softball, and baseball which necessitate large playing fields), neighborhood parks in College Station are generally 5 to 15 acres in size. Community Park: Community parks focus on meeting community-based recreation needs, as well as preserving unique landscapes and open spaces. In serving multiple neighborhoods, they provide many of the same types of facilities as neighborhood parks with the possible addition of swimming pools and community centers. While NRPA acknowledges that the size of community parks should be dete H fined by desired usage, in general they should be between 30 and 50 acres. College Station currently has six community parks totaling 192.27 acres (Central, Bee Creek, Thomas, Southwood, Tarrow, and Wolf Pen Creek) (see Table 4)® In general, community parks in the city will be 40-50 acres and serve one park zone. Hensel Park, which is owned and operated by Texas A&M University, serves as a 29.7 acre community park for residents in the Northgate area (Park Zone 1). Regional Natural Park: Regional parks serve entire cities or regions. Activities available in regional parks may include picnicking, boating, fishing, swimming, camping, trail use, golfing, etc. Regional parks tend to be large (over 200 acres) and because of their nature, are usually not figured into the "core"park land provided by a city. College Station currently has one 515.5 acre natural area regional park site (Lick Creek) (see Table 4). Of note, there are no state or national parks within a 20 mile radius of the city. IV-2 Table 4 College Station Park System - Classification & Acres PA * ZONE MINI NEIGHBO' OOD COMMUNITY REGIONAL ANDERSON 6 8.94 BEE CREEK 6 43.50 BILLIE MADELEY** 2 5.14 BRISON 6 9.20 BROTHERS POND 5 16.12 CENTRAL 3 47.20 CY MILLER 3 2.50 EASTGATE 2 1.80 EDELWEISS 5 12.30 EMERALD FOREST 8 4.59 GABBARD 6 10.70 GEORGIE K.FITCH 5 11.30 HENSEL(TAMU) 1 29.70 JACK&DOROTHY MILLER 5 10.00 LEMON TREE 6 15.40 LICK CREEK** 11 515.5 LION'S 2 1.50 LONGMIRE 5 4.16 LUTHER JONES 6 1.80 MERRY OAKS 2 4.60 OAKS 2 7.50 PARKWAY 2 1.90 PEBBLE CREEK 11 10.20 RAINTREE 4 13.00 RICHARD CARTER 2 7.14 SANDSTONE 8 15.21 SHENANDOAH** 10 12.10 SOUTHWEST** 6 4.78 . SOUTHWOOD 5 44.70 STEEPLECHASE** 5 9.0 THOMAS 2 16.10 UNIVERSITY** 2 10.20 VETERANS** 4 150 W.A.TARROW 6 21.26 WINDWOOD 4 1.37 , WOLF PEN CREEK 3 19.49 WOOD CREEK 8 6.60 WOODWAY** 7 9.26 TOTAL ACRES 10.87 217.44 221.95 665.50 UNDEVELOPED 50.48 665.50 DEVELOPED 10.87 166.96 221.95 - I TOTAL PARK ACRES= DEVELOPED=399.78 UNDEVELOPED=715.98 1,115.76 OTHER SITES:Cemetery= CONFERENCE CENTER=23 =208 18.5(Zone 6) (Zone 6) ACRES (OTHER) * See Map C(page 1-12)for location of parks. **Undeveloped sites(1999). /V-3 Regional Athletic Park: Athletic or sports complexes typically consolidate heavily programmed athletic facilities for activities such as softball, baseball, and soccer into a few strategically located sites throughout the community. The location of these facilities is important due to the traffic, lighting, and noise that are often associated with them. Southwood Athletic Park, a community park located in Zone 5, is College Station's only developed athletic complex, but funds were provided in a 1995 bond election to purchase 150 acres for a regional athletic park. In August 1998, a site located east of Highway 6 bypass and between State Highway 30 and Fa to Market Road 60 (see page I-9) was purchased for the new complex. In November 1998, the City Council approved "Veterans Park and Athletic Complex" as the official name of this new site. In the 1998 bond issue, voters approved $2.038 million as the second of several planned stages for the development of this site. Recreation & Community Centers: Recreation and Community Centers typically provide facilities for a range of recreation needs, such as gymnasiums, group activity rooms, and swimming pools. College Station currently has one 27,200 square foot recreation/community center(Lincoln Center), which is utilized for youth activities and programmed indoor sport recreational programs. In addition, the Parks and Recreation Departments inventory includes a Conference Center and a Teen Center. The city government intends to continue its existing policy of utilizing multi-purpose buildings at schools for public indoor recreation programs, but may need to provide additional public recreation centers in the future as the city expands. Greenways: Greenways tie park system components together to fo a continuous park environment. As such, their size varies considerably depending on the terrain and distance between park segments. College Station has developed a Greenways Master Plan for the identification and use of selected portions of the 100 year floodplain and other areas to provide linkages between parks, schools, homes, and businesses. In 1998, $3.64 million was approved in a bond election to begin acquisition of greenways throughout the city. The Greenways Master Plan was illustrated in Map B (Section I)® Facilities: Park, recreation, and open space facilities include play units, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools, recreation centers, teen centers, baseball fields, adult and youth softball fields, adult and youth soccer fields, football fields, pavilions, gazebos/shelters, ponds,jogging/walking trails, exercise stations, and nature trails. A complete inventory and description of these facilities is included in Section V. IV-4 D. Area and Facility Guidelines 1. Area Standards NATIONAL GUIDELINES: NRPA's 1996 guidelines shifted away from setting park land dedication standards, preferring instead to recommend flexibility in order to accommodate the unique circumstances and situations that can and do arise in every community.' As a result of policy reviews and public dialogue carried out in connection with the development of this Master Plan, a number of changes have been made in the park, recreation, and open space standards described in the city's 1997 Comprehensive Plan. For example, as indicated above, College Station's Parks and Recreation Board has decided that parks under five acres (mini-parks) will generally not be created. Neighborhood parks, established principally through the Land Dedication Ordinance, are an important priority for the city due to existing residential development patterns. After considering a wide range of info ation and public input concerning the development of this Master Plan, the Parks and Recreation Board established a standard of 3.5 acres per 1,000 population for neighborhood parks. This was fo alized through the council approval of the revised ordinance in 1998. Based upon the current 217.44 acres, the existing ratio is slightly higher at 3.87 acres per 1,000 population(see Section VI), and residents have indicated that they are satisfied with it (see Table 3, Section III)® Community Parks: Also as a result of the Master Plan process, the Parks and Recreation Board has established a standard of acres per 1,000 population for community parks. Based upon the current 221.95 acres, the existing ratio is 3.95 acres per 1,000 population, and residents have indicated their satisfaction with it. Combined with neighborhood parks, the total ratio of neighborhood plus community parks per 1,000 population is therefore 7.82 acres, which falls within NRPA's previous recommendation of 6.25 to 10.5 acres of park land per 1,000 population.2 College Station's goal is to provide one community park within each of the 17 park zones. Some existing community parks in College Station serve neighborhood as well as community recreational needs due to their location and facilities. Likewise, some community needs, such as practice fields, are met in the larger neighborhood parks. Regional Parks/Athletic Complexes: In addition to the Southwood Park Athletic Complex, College Station currently has two undeveloped regional parks: the 515.5 acre Lick Creek natural park, and the recently acquired 150 acre Veterans Park and Athletic Complex. As mentioned previously, the November 1998 bond issue includes funds to begin development of these parks. 'Mertes,J.D.,and Hall,J.R. (1996).Park,Recreation,Open Space and Greenway Guidelines.National Recreation and Park Association,p. 53. 2National Park and Recreation Association(1983). Recreation,Park and Open Space Standards and Guidelines. IV-5 Recreation/Community Centers: College Station currently has one recreation/community center(Lincoln Center), one conference center that is used for meetings, and a Teen Center. Rather than setting a standard for the provision of these centers, the Parks and Recreation Board intends to continue its existing policy of utilizing multi- purpose buildings at schools for recreation centers. However, due to design and schedule limitations, these frequently do not function as full service recreation facilities. New facilities are needed, for example, east of Texas Avenue and south of FM2818 in order to meet current demand. The need for additional recreation/community centers will be assessed on an on- going basis. Greenways: In College Station, the designation of greenways, a high priority for the next ten years, is driven by flood plain considerations and a desire to maintain a natural enviro ent where possible. Their provision is a resource-driven, as opposed to a standard- based, decision (see Section VI)® The City Council appointed a special Greenways Implementation Task Force comprised of 11 citizens to develop a master plan for greenways in the community. The Greenways Master Plan, approved by the City Council, defines greenways, identifies current resources,provides a classification system for greenways in College Station, establishes priorities for acquisition, and suggests guidelines for their development and maintenance. 2. Facility Standards In its 1996 Park, Recreation, Open Space and Greenway Guidelines, NRPA recommends that the provision of park facilities be based upon citizen desires and specific regional needs. In College Station, facility needs are also dete fined by the city's desire to attract local, state, regional, and national sports tournaments in order to spur economic development. The provision of some park, recreation, and open space facilities in College Station is standard based. As a point of departure, these standards may be modified according to local needs and desires identified during the development of individual park site plans. The following facilities are typically included in College Station parks: Neighborhood Parks: Basketball courts, benches, play units, walking paths, shelters, picnic units, trees, and sand volleyball courts. Community Parks: Basketball courts, tennis courts, restrooms, group pavilions, parking areas, trails, trees, and competition athletic fields. The provision of other recreation, park, and open space facilities in College Station is demand based, as discussed in Section VI of this Master Plan. Specifically, additional competition athletic fields (soccer, softball, baseball, and football), swimming pools, recreation centers, and teen centers will be provided as needed to meet the needs of the resident population and to facilitate economic development by attracting local, state, regional, and national sports tournaments. 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"' ' ? t%':,...-,7- ' provide pedestrian community d provl r key co l habitats an arks, and other establishes . . protect natural schools, P ° l greenways, uisition ays Pr • hborhoods, identifies potentia Initial acq Greenways ig ent. l between neighborhoods, Plan d eloPm dev a lection. travel Greenways Master uisition an. . linkages for. residents he 1998 b°n- e dsoeunrtscetos. pn s and lists proved by t classification ,5 The College million Station Gree was ap funding of$3. ).'ties for acq he voters in t IV- 7