Haltom City, Texas Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan

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2 Haltom City, Texas Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s 1. Introduction Page 1 II. Goals and Objectives Page 5 III. Methodology Page 7 IV. Park Classification and Inventory Page 8 V. Level of Service Page 23 VI. Assessment of Needs and Conclusions Page 25 VII. Recommendations / Priorities Page 38 VIII. Implementation Schedule Page 40 IX. Implementation - Existing and Page 45 Available Mechanisms X. Summary Page 48 Appendix - Citizen s Survey Results

3 I. INTRODUCTION This plan is intended to provide the City of Haltom City with an information base to help guide decisions related to parks, recreation, and open space. The plan will assist in the implementation of those decisions and set guidelines for future park and open space development which are feasible for Haltom City in accordance with the desires of its citizens. For this plan the intended service area includes all of the area within the city limits of Haltom City. The plan provides park and open space project recommendations through 2018, however, more emphasis and detailed cost projections are provided for projects recommended for implementation during the first five years of the plan. The following pages contain goals and objectives for the city's park and open space system, the methodology used in developing the plan and an inventory of existing facilities which make up the local park network. Also included is an analysis of local needs, the adopted parks, recreation, and open space priorities, and an implementation program developed to guide the City in accomplishing the proposed projects within the plan s time frame. The plan includes potential funding sources that may assist with the implementation of the proposed projects. This plan should be viewed as a flexible tool to assist in decision making on park, recreation, and open space issues. As such, the plan should be periodically reviewed and updated to enhance its usefulness. We would like to thank the following persons and groups who were instrumental in the development of this plan: Mayor Bill Lanford Jim Sutton Chris Holcomb Blakely Cabano Dale Clark City Council Richard Hutchison Kim Reese Diane Bransom

4 City Staff Thomas J. Muir - City Manager Chuck Barnett - Asst. City Manager David Fain - Public Works Director Tom Henry - Director of Parks Christi Pruitt - Recreation Supervisor Park and Recreation Board Paul Strong, Chairman Howard Hoyle, Vice Chairman Richelle Rhodes Steve Mylius Britt Ford Roland Kuhleman Ike Cowell Susan Robertshaw COMMUNITY PROFILE 1 Haltom City is on U.S. Highway 377 four miles northeast of Fort Worth in central Tarrant County. It was established around World War II. By the late 1940s Haltom City had a population of 200 and two businesses. Ten years later 5,760 persons lived in the town, which had incorporated, and by the middle 1960s its population had soared to 32,100. In 1976 Haltom City had a population of 29,400 and thirty-five factories producing goods including sheet-metal products, clothing, plastics, and fiberglass. In 1990 it had a population of 31,856 and sixty manufacturing plants. In 2000 the population was 39,018. Today, Tarrant County s population is estimated to be 1.7 million while Haltom City s population is estimated to be 42,000 based on results from Census 2000 and the North Central Texas Council of Government updates. The ethnic breakdown for Tarrant county is 79.3% Caucasian, 14.1% African American, 9% Native American, 4.2% Asian, and 1.5%other. The racial makeup of Haltom City is 79.3% Caucasian, 2.5% African American, 0.7% Native American, 7.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 7.81% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanics and Latinos of any race were 17% of the population. 1 Source: Handbook of Texas Online, s.v. "," (accessed May 14, 2008). 2

5 EXTERNAL INFLUENCES 2 Haltom City, whose municipal boundaries include the first Tarrant County seat of Birdville, is located near the geographic center of the county. Haltom City's land area extends three to six miles northeast of downtown Fort Worth. It is surrounded on the northwest, west, and south by Fort Worth city limits; on the east by Richland Hills and North Richland Hills; and on the northeast by Watauga. It is bisected by Big and Little Fossil Creeks and borders the Trinity River flood plain on the south. The city is situated in an area which once was rolling grassland. 2 Birdville Historical Society - 3

6 The City of Haltom City is located close to two major airports (DFW and Alliance) and is bisected by Loop 820 with easy access to Interstate 35 and Interstate 30. The city is traversed by five major roads: State Highway Airport Freeway; State Highway Northeast 28th Street - Midway Road; U. S. Highway E Belknap Street - Denton Highway; Loop Grapevine Highway 26; and Northeast Loop 820. A long list of freight carriers serve the City and Burlington Northern/Union Pacific Railroad is available as well. Haltom City is a landlocked city and therefore can not expand on its existing city boundaries. The land area in the city limits today is going to be the land area in the city limits 10 years from now. With the commercial and residential development continually growing, there is very little property left to use for additional parks and open space. 4

7 II. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES The following Goals and Objectives are provided to give direction for future community decisions regarding parks, recreation, and open space. These goals and objectives were established based on input from the citizens, elected officials and the professional staff of the City of Haltom City. Goal: To ensure the provision of a balanced park and open space system that meets the recreational needs of the citizens of Haltom City and helps to create a unique community character. Objectives: To acquire parkland in under served portions of the city. To provide new and different recreational opportunities for all age groups through the redevelopment of existing parks and the development of new parks. To work cooperatively with the cities of Ft. Worth and Watauga to develop a trail system that will have a regional impact on outdoor recreation. To develop a cost effective method of maintaining parks and open spaces within the city s park network. To promote and encourage cooperation with the Birdville ISD to allow public use of its outdoor recreation facilities during non-school hours. To ensure that all park facilities meet the most current safety guidelines and accessibility standards. To plan park and open space developments in a manner that provides economic benefits to the community. Open Space Goal: To identify, protect and preserve quality natural open spaces for unstructured recreational activities, inherent aesthetic value and protection of valuable ecosystems. 5

8 Objectives: To continually research the viability of developing trail systems along creeks, flood ways, and utility easements that will link public and private recreational facilities, neighborhoods, and school campuses. To be proactive in the acquisition and protection of unique natural open spaces along Big Fossil Creek and Little Fossil Creek and their contributing tributaries. To limit development in natural open spaces in order to minimize adverse effects on valuable ecosystems. To address natural open space needs when developing active recreational facilities to provide citizens with well balanced recreational experiences that include both active and passive opportunities. 6

9 III. METHODOLOGY The initial step in evaluating the parks and open space system in Haltom City was to inventory the existing parks, open space and recreational resources within the city. This inventory not only included city owned and operated parks, but also included other recreational opportunities available to the public, such as public school campuses. The developed park acreage was compared to the existing population in order to establish the current level of service. The existing parks were evaluated against national standards established in the publication Park, Recreation, Open Space, and Greenway Guidelines published by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) to allow for an objective review of the park system. Since Haltom City is a unique community, the success of the plan hinged on obtaining information from the citizens themselves. To obtain this data, surveys were distributed to citizens for input on existing and future park development. Responses to the surveys were tabulated which provided valuable local insight with regard to the existing conditions of the park system and to desired future development. Focus group meetings were also conducted with area youth providers to gain valuable insight into the needs of youth sports programs. Based on the citizen input, existing inventory and available resources, potential park projects were developed that included the acquisition of new park sites as well as upgrades to existing facilities. Each project was prioritized based on local demand and the resources available. Budget estimates were generated for each project and possible funding sources were identified. It should be noted that the Park and Recreation Board and the professional staff of the City of Haltom City was constantly involved throughout the citizen based planning process. Their participation insured the plan resulted in a feasible and balanced park program for the city that once implemented, will fully serve the active and passive recreational needs of the community. With this in mind, standards for the different types of parks for the Haltom City Park System were developed. 7

10 IV. PARK CLASSIFICATION & INVENTORY The city's park classification system is broken down into four major categories. These park categories are as follows: Pocket/Ornamental Park A pocket or ornamental park is a small (usually less than 1 acre) park developed with passive elements such as sidewalks, fountains, gazebos, plazas, benches, and/or landscaping. Playground Park A playground is usually a 2 to 5 acre site and serves the area within a 0.25 mile radius with primarily active recreational opportunities. Facilities commonly found in a playground include swings, slides, climbing apparatus, wading or spray pools, open turf areas and benches. Neighborhood Parks A neighborhood park is a site of approximately 5 to 10 acres and serves the area within a onehalf mile radius with both active and passive recreational opportunities. Facilities typically found in neighborhood parks include play apparatus, picnic areas, shelters, play courts, unlighted play fields, restrooms, walking/jogging trails, natural open space, parking, swimming pools, and tennis courts. Community Parks A community park is a site of approximately 40 to 150 acres with a service radius area of two miles. Facilities usually included in such a park are tennis courts, shelters, separate or multipurpose sports fields, play apparatus, picnic areas, walking/jogging trails, recreation centers, swimming pools, open space, and restrooms. 8

11 Greenbelts Greenbelts or greenbelt parkways are linear parks usually developed around a natural resource such as a creek, river, utility easement, or lake shore. The potential benefits of a greenbelt system are numerous. Not only can a greenbelt system preserve valuable open space and natural habitat, it can provide a natural environment for walking, jogging, and bicycling trails, provide a transportation corridor linking neighborhoods to parks, schools, and shopping areas and provide a variety of passive recreational opportunities free, or relatively free, from automobile interference. Greenbelts also serve as natural buffers between land uses, serve as utility (underground) easements, and can usually be acquired at a relatively inexpensive price due to the restrictions on development. Design standards for greenbelts are relatively loose in order to allow the maximum use of the natural environment in the design. Greenbelt corridor widths are often determined by the existing topography, severity of flooding, and other unique natural features. Greenbelt corridors of less than fifty (50) "useable" feet should be avoided and narrow corridor sections kept to a minimum. One-hundred foot corridor widths and wider give flexibility in design and are encouraged wherever possible. The following table contains the types of parks proposed for the Haltom City Parks System and associated development information. 9

12 TABLE I - PARK CLASSIFICATIONS Classification Service Area Size Population Served Typical Facilities Development Cost* Pocket Park or ¼ Mile 2,500 sq. ft. to 500-2,500 Landscaping, fountain, $65,000 - $80,000 Ornamental Park 1 acre sidewalk, gazebo, Per Acre benches Playground Park 1/4 Mile 5000 sq. ft. to 1 acre Neighborhood Park ½ Mile 5 acres to 10 acres Community Park 2 Miles 40 acres to 150 acres Paved area, playground apparatus, landscaping, sidewalk, drinking fountain, lawn area, benches 2,000-10,000 Playground apparatus, picnic area(s), pavilion, play courts, play fields, restroom, landscaping & parking 10,000-50,000 Tennis courts, sports fields, playground apparatus, picnic area(s), pavilions, walking/jogging trails, swimming pools, open space, landscaping, recreation centers, restrooms & parking $50,000- $250,000 $50,000 - $70,000 Per Acre $30,000 - $50,000 Per Acre Greenbelts Varies Varies 5,000 to entire community Landscaping, multipurpose trails, benches, information kiosks, telephones, exercise courses & drinking fountains $250,000 - $500,000 per mile for Greenbelts *Development costs do not reflect land acquisition 10

13 EXISTING PARKS AND OPEN SPACE The parks in Haltom City are classified in the Existing Parks and Open Space Inventory shown in Table II. In order to illustrate the geographic distribution and areas of the city currently served by the park system, the service area of each existing park has been shown on the Existing Parks and Open Space Map on page 22. Ideally, all developed residential areas of the city should fall within the service area of both a community park and a neighborhood park. The Birdville ISD campuses are not included in either the parks and open space inventory or the level of service calculations. Buffalo Ridge Park Buffalo Ridge Park, located in the northern side of Haltom City is an expansive 95.0 acre community park north of Loop 820 along Big Fossil Creek with a pavilion, playground, girls softball field, picnic areas and park benches. Three miles of multi-use concrete trails are contained within the park. Parking for Buffalo Ridge Park is available on the east side of Beech Street and at the north end of Parkwood Trail. 11

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15 Little Fossil Park Little Fossil Park, located just south of Broadway Avenue on Dana Drive, is a 10 acre neighborhood park with a pavilion, lighted softball field, concession stand, restrooms, basketball courts, playground, sand volleyball, parking lots and picnic areas. The park is located along the north banks of the Little Fossil Creek. 13

16 Pecan Park Pecan Park is located in the southeastern area of the city and is a 4.94 acre neighborhood park with a pavilion, playground, practice field, picnic area, and a quarter mile concrete walking trail with bench stations. The park is located at the southwest corner of Solona Street and Ellison Avenue across the street from South Birdville Elementary School. 14

17 North Park North Park is a acre community park that is shared with the Northeast Optimist Club. The city maintains a lighted adult softball field, concession stand, restrooms, playground equipment, picnic areas, basketball course and a combined youth baseball and soccer field practice field. Recently an 18 hole disc golf course was installed. 15

18 Haltom Road Park Haltom Road Park is located south of Broadway Avenue on the west side of Haltom Road. The 9.0 acre park currently contains a pavilion, picnic stations, a restroom, a playground, practice fields and a.37 mile walking/jogging trail. The park is located on the south bank of Little Fossil Creek 16

19 Broadway Park Centrally located in the city on the north side of Broadway Avenue, Broadway Park is a 15 acre community park with a multi-use pavilion, two playground areas, three lighted youth baseball/softball fields, concession stand, restrooms, three football fields (located in the outfields of the baseball/softball fields), picnic areas, one tennis court, in-line hockey rink, a water sprayground and two parking lots. The Haltom City Recreation Center is located on the south end of the park. It should be noted that although Broadway Park s size - 15 acres - is more suited for a neighborhood park, its facilities, function and history each contribute to its classification as a community park. 17

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21 Sandy Oaks Park Sandy Oaks Park is a 4.11 acre neighborhood park with a playground, picnic area and unlighted practice fields. The park is bisected by Bernice Drive. The Haltom City Senior Center is located at the southeast corner of the park. 19

22 Parrish Road Park Parrish Road Park is a 0.3 acre playground park with picnic area and playground. The park is located at the southwest corner of Parrish Road and Clarence Street. 20

23 TABLE II - INVENTORY OF FACILITIES - HALTOM CITY, TEXAS Acres Developed Acres Parking Spaces Pavilion Picnic Tables Tennis Bench Restrooms Basketball Court Football Field Trail (MI) Swimming Pool Playground Volleyball Court Practice Fields Baseball Fields Softball Fields Concession Bldg Sprayground In-Line Skating Disc Golf Soccer Field Name of Park Playground Parks Parrish Road Park / / Neighborhood Parks Sandy Oaks Park / / / / Little Fossil / / / / / / / / / / Haltom Road Park / / / / /.37 / / Pecan Park / /.25 / / Community Park North Park / / / / / / / / / / / / Broadway Park / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / Buffalo Ridge / / / / / 3.0 / / Total Developed Acres Level of Service 4.38 acres per 1,000 people (Based on 2008 population estimate of 42,000)

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25 V. LEVEL OF SERVICE Level of service is the term used to describe the importance or the role of a park system in a community and is expressed in acres of useable park land per 1,000 persons. For the last forty years, the targeted level of service for communities nationwide has been 10 acres of park land for every 1,000 residents. In recent years, the standard has been modified to more specifically reflect the unique characteristics of each community and a range of levels of service has been more widely utilized. Based on the specific needs of a community, levels of service ranging from 5 acres of developed park land per 1,000 people to 15 acres of developed park land per 1,000 people are typically targeted. It is important to note that the level of service for parks and open space is based on useable space and, therefore, undeveloped or unusable park land should not be a factor in the level of service calculation. Although private recreational facilities and golf courses should be considered when establishing the desired level of service for that activity to be provided by a community, the actual acreage is not typically used in the level of service calculation. Similarly, outdoor recreational facilities and open spaces on public school campuses are considered in the Level of Service only to the extent to which they are available to the general public for use during non-school hours. The current level of service for Haltom City is 4.4 acres per 1,000 population. In 2003, the city of Garland surveyed twenty-five cities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on park related issues. The following graphic is a table that indicates the number of park acres per 1,000 residents for each of the twenty-five cities. Haltom City sits near the bottom of this list. NOTE: The table showing park acreage per 1,000 residents reflects total park acreage, not developed park land. In Haltom City, all park land shown on the park inventory is developed, therefore, total park land and developed park land result in the same 4.4 acres per 1,000 residents. 23

26 Table III - Park Acres Per 1,000 Residents DFW Area Cities Park Acres Per 1,000 Residents DFW Average = per 1,000 Haltom City = 4.4 per 1,000 Grapevine Southlake Lancaster Fort Worth Dallas Cedar Hill Plano DFW Area Average Arlington Allen Mesquite Garland Lewisville Euless Richardson Terrell Rowlett Flower Mound Benbrook Colleyville Irving Hillsboro Hurst Highland Park Duncanville Bedford Haltom City Kennedale Watauga

27 VI. ASSESSMENT OF NEEDS AND CONCLUSIONS The recreational needs for the City of Haltom City were determined using a combination of the three planning approaches (demand based, standard based and resource based) generally used in conducting a recreational Needs Assessment. This combination allowed the desires for recreational opportunities expressed by citizens with different interests to be compared with NRPA standards while at the same time recognizing the unique natural attributes of the City of Haltom City. The Needs Assessment integrates supply and demand. The supply is provided by the existing park and recreation facilities and the unique natural resources of the community. The demand is identified through the stated goals and objectives, the concept of level of service, national standards, and most importantly, input from local citizens. Local input was obtained through public hearings, council workshops, and the citizen survey. The result is a balanced analysis which reflects the parks and recreation needs and desires of the residents of Haltom City through The following table depicts Haltom City s population in 2000 as well as the projected population through The projections are based on population growth estimates made by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG). The estimate for 2008 was revised this year and projections are based on the 2008 estimate utilizing NCTCOG s previously established growth percentage. Table IV - City of Haltom City Population Projections* Population 40,175 42,000 43,625 43,665 Households 15,369 16,067 16,835 16,705 Employment 16,063 16,800 19,085 19,110 * Source: NCTCOG 25

28 Citizen s Survey In the Spring of 2008, a citizen s survey was locally distributed. One Hundred and twenty-eight surveys were returned and tabulated. The survey results were tabulated into two separate groups - those north of Loop 820 and those south of Loop as the needs for these two areas of the city were potentially different. Appendix I contains the complete survey results and comments from the residents. Important information related to the local desires for parks in Haltom City was obtained from the survey. Key findings include: 70% of survey respondents believe that additional parks, open space, and recreational facilities are needed in Haltom City 76% of survey respondents feel that more neighborhood parks are needed. 65% of survey respondents believe that more large community parks with facilities such as tennis courts, sports fields, trails, swimming pools, and recreation centers are needed. 79% of survey respondents believe that emphasis should be placed on upgrading existing parks and open spaces. 66% of survey respondents believe that residential neighborhoods, shopping centers, schools, and parks should be connected with linear parks such as trails along creeks and other corridors. 75% of survey respondents believe that recreation facilities are well worth the cost to taxpayers. 64% of survey respondents believe that they are NOT well informed about parks and recreation opportunities in Haltom City. Haltom City citizens preferred receiving information about parks and recreation opportunities through their water bill. Trails were a higher priority south of Loop 820 than with residents north of Loop 820. Small waterpark/sprayground and playgrounds were a higher priority for residents north of Loop 820. A swimming pool was the highest priority for the community as a whole, followed by multiuse trails. 26

29 Park Upgrades - Needs Most the existing parks in Haltom City are in need of some renovations. Although most playgrounds are relatively new, each playground in the existing parks need to be reviewed for compliance with current safety guidelines established by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Renovating and improving the existing parks is supported by 79% of respondents to the Citizen Survey, which was echoed by the focus group participants. Additionally, some existing park facilities do not meet the accessibility standards established under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which again, need to be addressed throughout the entire park system. Buffalo Ridge Park - located in the northern portion of the City, was constructed in This heavily used park needs the lighting system repaired and increased security to ensure a safe environment for the park users. The existing restroom facility and parking lots need expansion in order to better accommodate the use, especially during peak hours and special events at the park. An additional pavilion at Buffalo Ridge is also needed. Little Fossil Park - Little Fossil Park is in need of a major overhaul. The softball field is seldom used and should be removed and replaced with a great lawn area that could be used for a variety of uses. The great lawn area could be used for soccer, sports practices and general play such as kite flying and frisbee. The great lawn should be ringed with native trees to provide a sense of space for the lawn. The western end of the park needs reconstruction also. The roadway through the park should be eliminated and parking provided along Dana Drive to provide an auto free zone in the park. The area between Dana Drive and Little Fossil Creek should be redeveloped with high priority recreational facilities which includes a sprayground, additional picnic settings, a pavilion, and a multi-use trail. The trail should connect the currently underdeveloped portion of park land on the south side of Little Fossil Creek with the main body of the park. The trail should then be constructed to the east and connect to the existing trail system in Haltom Road Park. The creekside should be enhanced and landscaped to take full advantage of the natural beauty that is offered by Little Fossil Creek. 27

30 Pecan Park - The main needs at Pecan Park are for a restroom, and irrigation system, and replacement of vandalized benches and tables. The trail, playground and pavilion are in good shape and would receive more use if the turf at the park were in better condition. A restroom would allow more neighborhood functions to take place at the park. North Park - The northeastern portion of North Park is currently underutilized. Although an 18 hole disc golf course was recently installed, there is potential for additional recreational elements to be added. The existing basketball courts need renovation or conversion. The existing irrigation system should be expanded to include all developed portions of the park. The east side of North Park is currently the most underutilized park land in Haltom City that has potential for development. Haltom Road Park - This is the newest park in the park system and the playground was recently retrofitted with new equipment. The main need at Haltom Road Park is for additional parking. Consideration should be given to adding a row of head-in parking on the north and/or side of the entry drive to accommodate the demand for parking. There is a need for new play equipment for the 2-5 year old age group, additional lighting and expansion of the existing irrigation system. Broadway Park - The 15 acres that is Broadway Park has, for the last 30 years, been the home for Haltom City football, baseball and softball. Although the size of the park is more suited for use as a neighborhood park, the park functions as a community park. The recommended minimum size for a community park is 40 acres. The primary problem at Broadway Park is parking. During baseball season and football season there simply is not enough parking to accommodate the number of people at the park. Since there is not additional space at the park to construct additional parking without losing valuable recreational space, there is no immediate solution the to parking dilemma. One of the most popular features at the park is the sprayground which was one of the first installed in the State of Texas. The sprayground needs to be rehabilitated. Playground equipment surrounding the sprayground is ancient and complies with neither Consumer Products Safety Commission playground safety standards or ADA guidelines. The existing equipment should be replaced with a new playground specifically designed for children ages 2-5 years old. 28

31 Sandy Oaks Park - Currently Sandy Oaks Park is underutilized. Although the picnic area and playground, located on the west side of Bernice Drive (which splits the Park) gets significant use, the open area on the east side of the street is underutilized. During the focus group meeting with area seniors at the Senior Center, the suggestion was made to convert the open field into a seniors park to compliment the adjacent Senior Center. The senior park would occupy approximately five acres and contain a garden, garden path, gliders, shade, possibly a sculpture garden, equipment designed specifically for senior adults and exterior fencing. Parrish Road Park - The existing playground at Parrish Road Park should be inspected for compliance with the CPSC playground safety guidelines and corrections made if necessary. The entire park, playground and picnic area should be reviewed for compliance with the ADA standards and accessibility issues found to be in non-compliance. Athletic Facilities - Needs Baseball and Softball The Haltom City Girls Softball Association runs the girls softball league in the spring. Boys baseball, run by the Haltom Youth Baseball Association, also plays in the spring. Both leagues play at the three fields at the Broadway Park facility. Haltom City Pee Wee Football Association manages the pee wee football and cheerleading program that plays during the fall on the three fields at Broadway Park. Currently there are 540 boys and 230 girls participating in baseball and softball at Broadway Park. These boys and girls represent approximately 51 teams which share the existing three fields. Based on the 12 teams per game field capacity standard, there is a current need for two additional game fields for youth baseball and softball. There is also a need for additional parking and a larger storage facility at the Broadway Park baseball field complex. 29

32 It should be noted that boys baseball and girls softball have done an exceptional job of working together and sharing the playing fields, concession and storage at Broadway Park. The Northeast Optimist Club (NEO) also operates youth baseball and softball leagues at its six fields located at North Park. The NEO playing fields are located within the flood plain of Big Fossil Creek. In the summer of 2007 the NEO facility at North Park suffered severe flood damage. The fields were reconstructed in late 2007 and early 2008 and were available for play in the summer of Since the NEO baseball and softball leagues are independently run on fields under the ownership of the league, needs have not been established for this facility. The presence of the NEO leagues, does however impact the citywide need for athletic facilities for the City. The City currently offers men s and co-ed adult softball in the spring, summer and fall. All games are played at North Park. Adult men and co-ed youth basketball leagues form in the winter. Soccer - Currently, soccer in any form is not offered in Haltom City. There are no soccer fields available for youth or adult soccer and those desiring to participate are forced to play and practice in leagues and facilities in nearby Fort Worth, Watauga, Richland Hills and North Richland Hills. Due to the popularity of soccer, these is a need to provide soccer fields for the residents of Haltom City. Football - Youth football is played by approximately 415 boys on the three football fields located at Broadway Park. The three fields adequately accommodate the current and projected participation for football. There is, however, a need for additional parking to accommodate the game day crowds at Broadway Park. New Parks - Needs Based on the citizens survey, focus group interviews and the desired level of service of 10 acres per 1,000 residents, there is a need for additional parks in Haltom City. There are currently acres of parks that serve a population of 42,000. The resultant level of service is 4.38 acres per 1,000 30

33 people. Based on the preferred 10.0 acres per 1,000 people, there is a need for an additional 226 acres of developed parks in the City. This is supported by the results of the citizens survey in which 70% of the respondents felt that additional parks and open spaces are needed in the community. Seventy-six percent of the respondents felt that additional parks are needed and 65% felt that more large community parks are needed. There is a need in Haltom City to acquire additional parkland. Trails - Needs Currently, only three parks in the Haltom City system provide trails for area residents. Trails were the second most desired facility in the citizen survey. Many residents expressed a desire for trails that immersed users in natural setting, providing opportunities for wildlife viewing and escape from the urban landscape. The need for trails is more acute in the south and central portion of the city. Based on the Park Classification System, the Citizen Survey and the adopted Goals and Objectives, there is a need to provide additional trails throughout the park system. Natural Areas & Open Space - Needs Haltom City possesses two valuable natural resources - Big Fossil Creek and Little Fossil Creek. Each contains scenic views and valuable ecosystems that can add variety to the overall park system. The citizens survey revealed the local desire for additional natural areas, fishing piers/wildlife viewing stations and water features (creeks, small lakes, etc) in the park system and community. Based on the Park Classification System and the citizens survey, there is a need to provide additional natural areas in the City of Haltom City for passive and primitive recreational opportunities. Park Upgrades - Conclusions Each park in the Haltom City system has specific items which should be addressed prior to These improvements and modifications will result in a more balanced park system that more closely meets the needs of the citizens. 31

34 Buffalo Ridge Park - The proposed upgrades include: Repair & upgrade lighting system Expand the existing restroom Construct additional parking (± 20 spaces) Construct picnic pavilion Increase police presence Little Fossil Park - The proposed upgrades include: Removal of softball field Construct great lawn area for general use and soccer Landscaping (tree planting) Removal of interior park road and parking Construct new parking lot Construct sprayground Construct picnic facilities Construct pavilion Construct trail to connect park elements and continue to Haltom Road Park Accentuate Little Fossil Creek stream bank Pecan Park - The proposed upgrades include: Repair or replace broken equipment (benches, picnic tables, etc.) Install irrigation system Construct restroom North Park - The proposed upgrades include: Develop northeastern portion of the park with locally desired recreation facilities (input from area residents to assist in selection) Renovate basketball court with new surface and goals Expand irrigation system. 32

35 Haltom Road Park - The proposed upgrades include: Construct additional parking (± 14 spaces) Install new play equipment for the 2-5 year old age group Install additional lighting Expand the existing irrigation system Broadway Park - The proposed upgrades include: Construct additional parking (this will require acquisition of adjacent property) Construct swimming pool or large sprayground (the pool/sprayground could be constructed between the recreation center and baseball field where the tennis courts and sprayground are currently located) Construct new playground for the 2-5 year old age group Sandy Oaks Park - The proposed upgrades include: Construct seniors park to include a garden, pathways, gliders, shade structures, sculpture garden, equipment designed specifically for senior adults and perimeter fencing. Parrish Road Park - The proposed upgrades include: Renovations of the playground and picnic area required to meet the current playground safety standards and ADA requirements. Athletic Facilities - Conclusions The ideal solution for athletic facilities in Haltom City is to construct a multi-sports complex. The complex should contain baseball fields, softball fields, soccer fields, football fields and ample practice areas to accommodate local youth sports. Since there is a scarcity of suitable land in Haltom City to construct a multi-sports complex, the existing youth sports facilities in the current park system should continue to be maintained at a high level in order to accommodate the heavy use. Soccer fields should be constructed as part of the great lawn planned at Little Fossil Park. 33

36 New Parks - Conclusions Although there is a definite need for land to be added to the existing system of parks and open spaces, the scarcity of undeveloped land in Haltom City make this task very difficult. There are scant few undeveloped tracts in the city that are conducive or feasible for park development. Based on the low level of service, citizen desire and the need for additional recreational facilities and open space, every effort should be made to increase the amount of park and open space land in the City. Neighborhood Park - North A new neighborhood park should be acquired and developed in northern Haltom City. The park should be located along Whites Branch which will allow the park to function as the northern trail head for the proposed Whites Branch Greenway and Trail. The park should contain, at a minimum, a playground, trail, picnic shelter and natural area. Barbrook Park One of the earliest parks in Haltom City was Barbrook Park. The park was located just south of Belknap Road on the west side of Big Fossil Creek. The park was known for its large swimming pool and casual atmosphere. Approximately 40 years ago, the park was abandoned, pool filled and left to grow wild. The site contains interesting topography that slopes toward the creek, an abundance of large mature trees, and real character. The 16 acre Barbrook property should be developed as a passive park as an integral anchor to the Belknap redevelopment corridor. The current access to the property is through a mobile home park, which is difficult. In order for the park to gain exposure, new access into the site should be obtained from Belknap Street. Little Fossil Greenway/Community Park The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers has developed a flood relief plan along Little Fossil Creek. The project begins at Belknap Street and ends just south of the current city limits at an existing lake. The 34

37 plan involves purchasing the flood prone homes along the creek and developing a green corridor for the mile and a half length of the project. A trail is proposed for the full length of the project. The ±75 acres at the south end of the project would potentially make a great natural style community park. Although the entire park would be located in the flood plain, a multitude of nature related uses such as trails, kayak launch, fishing piers, a dog park and picnic facilities could be developed at the park. Belknap-Little Fossil Trail To compliment the Little Fossil Creek recreation and open space plan, the City should develop a five mile looped trail. The loop would include the Little Fossil Creek Segment, a segment along Airport Freeway, a segment along the west side of Big Fossil Creek and a segment along Belknap Street. The Barbrook Park and the proposed 75 acre nature park would each serve a major trail heads. The portion of the trail along Belknap Street should be integrated into the Belknap revitalization plan. 35

38 Revere Park Haltom City currently owns two acres on the east side of Revere Street. The parcel should be developed as a playground park with a small playground, lawn area and landscaping. Integrating Parks & Open Space into Mixed-Use Development - The proposed Barbrook Park and the Belknap-Little Fossil Trail project each are proposed to be vital components of the mixed use development vision for Belknap Street and Big Fossil Creek in southeastern Haltom City. The open spaces, trail corridor and passive park at Barbrook should be seamlessly woven into the surrounding commercial, residential and business developments. This mixture will produce a unique environment for shoppers, business and residents which will enhance the success of each of these mixed-use developments. This philosophy and practice of integrating meaningful public green spaces into mixed-use developments should also be applied to the undeveloped area south of Loop 820 and east of Beach Street. Development plans for the area should make every effort to preserve any unique natural features in the area and create parks that enhance the overall development effort. Trails/Natural Open Space - Conclusions The City needs to adopt an active policy of acquiring property along creeks, drainage easements and flood ways as it becomes available. This will provide the necessary land for future trail projects while providing passive recreational opportunities. Neighboring Fort Worth and Watauga have trails near the city limits of Haltom City along Whites Branch in far north Haltom City. The Fort Worth Basswood Trail ends just north of the Park Vista Trail and the Haltom City Buffalo Ridge Trail ends less than a mile south of the Park Vista Trail. Haltom City should work with Fort Worth and Watauga to connect the three different trail systems for the development of a regional trail. Additionally, the existing Buffalo Ridge Trail should be extended to the east to connect to North Park. On the south end of the City, the Little Fossil trail should extend west and south to the existing Fort Worth trail system along the Trinity River. Parcels containing unique topography, character or 36

39 other natural features such as Big Fossil Creek, Whites Branch and Little Fossil Creek and their contributing tributaries, should be acquired and preserved as natural open spaces to reflect the unique natural resources of the Haltom City region. Future park land acquisition should allow for trails and natural open space to provide opportunities for primitive recreation. As noted earlier, commercial and residential development is quickly consuming what is left of the natural areas unique to Haltom City. With the anticipated regional growth over the next 10 years, the city should consider acquisition of land having the unique natural resources or lands which provide access to them. As development continues, it will become increasingly difficult to acquire any remaining lands which contain these resources. 37

40 VII. RECOMMENDATIONS / PRIORITIES Based on results from the Needs Analysis, Citizen Survey and resources available, the following Parks and Recreation Facility Priorities, which are depicted in descending order, are adopted and should be pursued. Table V - Parks and Recreation Facilities Priorities Rank Facility 1 Swimming Pools/Small Water Park/Sprayground 2 Multi-use Trails 3 Picnic Shelters/Pavilions 4 Nature Areas 5 Playgrounds 6 Picnic Areas 7 Fishing Piers/Wildlife View Station 8 Water Features (creeks, small lakes, etc.) 9 Indoor Recreation Centers 10 Open Areas for General Play 11 Skate Park 12 Amphitheaters 13 Volleyball Courts 14 Basketball Courts 14 Adult Softball Fields 15 Sports Practice Fields 16 Tennis Courts 16 Youth Softball Fields 16 Rock Climbing Walls 17 Horseshoe Courts/Washer Courts 18 Soccer Fields 19 Football Fields 20 Baseball Fields Other: Dog Park, Convention Center 38

41 Based on the needs analysis, citizen survey, public input and resources available, the following projects for parks, recreation, and open space are recommended. The cost estimates shown for each project merely represent the range of probable costs and are not a guarantee of actual construction costs. Park Projects ) Renovate Sandy Oaks Park with seniors park adjacent to Senior Center $300,000 - $600,000 2) Acquire 12 acre neighborhood park site in the northern portion of the city along Whites Branch Market Value 3) Redevelop Little Fossil Park and connect to Haltom Road Park with trail $800,000 - $1,000,000 4) Acquire and develop Little Fossil Creek Greenways (Phase I of Belknap-Little Fossil Trail) $? 5) Construct a swimming pool/large water park at Broadway Park $ 750,000 - $4,000,000 6) Develop neighborhood park in northern Haltom City along Whites Branch $600,000 - $850,000 7) Develop Revere Park as a playground park $200,000 - $350,000 Park Projects ) Acquire Buffalo Ridge Greenways corridor along Whites Branch and Big Fossil Creek Market Value 9) Extend Buffalo Ridge trail north to connect to Watauga trails and Fort Worth s Basswood Trail 10) Acquire easements and construct Belknap-Little Fossil Trail (Phase II of Belknap-Little Fossil Trail.) 11) Develop Barbrook Park as a passive park and Belknap-Little Fossil Trail trailhead 12) Develop trail system from Buffalo Ridge trail to North Park 13) Redevelop North Park with added recreational facilities and trailhead for Buffalo Ridge Trail 14) Renovate Pecan Park with new site furniture, irrigation system restroom NOTE: Costs are preliminary estimates only and prepared without the benefit of detailed engineering data. All costs shown are based on 2008 dollars. Final construction costs will vary. 39

42 VIII. IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE The following table depicts the project priorities with suggested completion dates. It is important to note that the following schedule is intended to be a flexible guide for development of parks and recreational facilities over the next ten years for the City of Haltom City. The City should evaluate and take advantage of any unforseen opportunities that may arise that are not identified in the schedule or change the order of implementation if necessary. Table VI - Parks and Recreation Implementation Schedule Project Date Estimated Cost Potential Funding Source 1 Renovate Sandy Oaks Park with seniors park adjacent to Senior Center $300,000- $600,000 4B Funds General Fund General Obligation Bond 2 Acquire 12 acre neighborhood park site in the northern portion of the city along Whites Branch Market Price T.P.&W Grant (Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund General Obligation Bond 3 Redevelop Little Fossil Park and connect to Haltom Road Park with trail $800,000-1,000,000 4B Funds General Fund General Obligation Bond 4 Acquire and develop Little Fossil Creek Greenway (Phase I of Belknap-Little Fossil Trail) ? - T.P.&W. Grant (Outdoor) TPWD Recreational Trails Grant 4B Funds General Fund General Obligation Bond 5 Construct a swimming pool/large water park at Broadway Park 6 Develop neighborhood park in northern Haltom City along Whites Branch 7 Develop Revere Park as a playground park 2011 $750,000- $4,000, $600,000 - $850, $200,000- $350,000 T.P.&W Grant (Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund General Obligation Bond TxDOT Enhancement Funds T.P.&W. Grant (Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund 4B Funds General Obligation Bond 40

43 Project Date Estimated Cost Potential Funding Source 8 Acquire Buffalo Ridge Greenway corridor along Whites Branch and Big Fossil Creek Market Price Land Donation T.P.&W Grant (Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund General Obligation Bond 9 Extend Buffalo Ridge trail north to connect to Watauga trails and Fort Worth s Basswood Trail (±4,000 LF) 10 Acquire easements and construct Belknap-Little Fossil Trail (Phase II of Belknap-Little Fossil Trail.) (±18,000 LF) 11 Develop Barbrook Park as a passive park and Belknap-Little Fossil Trail trailhead 12 Develop trail system from Buffalo Ridge trail to North Park (±7,000 LF) 13 Redevelop North Park with added recreational facilities and trailhead for Buffalo Ridge Trail 14 Renovate Pecan Park with new site furniture, irrigation system, and restroom 2014 $500,000 - $700, $2,000,000 - $3,000, $700,000 - $900, $1,000,000 - $1,250, $800,000 - $1,000, $150,000 - $250,000 T.P.&W Grant (Recreational Trails / Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund T.P.&W Grant (Recreational Trails / Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund T.P.&W Grant (Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund T.P.&W Grant (Recreational Trails / Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund T.P.&W Grant (Outdoor) 4B Funds General Fund 4B Funds General Fund Note: Costs are preliminary estimates only and prepared without the benefit of detailed engineering data. All costs shown are based on 2008 dollars - final construction costs will vary. 41

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APARTMENTS OAKLAND LN MINK DR COFFEE RD GREENWAY CT C ill ss Fo CRESTOVER CT GLENVIEW DR JORDAN PARK DR WOODCREEK LN WOODMONT DR STARLIGHT DR STARLING CIR OLIVER DR SPRING RIVER LN REDONDA ST DIAMOND RIDGE DR RIVIERA CT VANCE RD CLIFFSIDE DR TOSCA DR k ree BISCAYNE DR NORVELL DR GARLAND DR RIVIERA DR RIDGESIDE DR PARKRIDGE DR TEE DR STRAIGHTAWAY DR COLONIAL PARK DR MCLEAN RD QUAIL RIDGE DR SKYLARK CIR DOGLEG DR FAIRWAY CIR REDONDO ST SHAUNA DR HILLSIDE DR GREEN DR KNOWLEDGE DR LARIAT DR SKYLARK CT GOLF SIDE APARTMENTS N BEACH ST NORTHERN CROSS BLVD REDONDO ST BOULDER RD RIDGE VIEW CT SPRINGLAKE PKWY MARILYN LN CARSTON CT DORY CT COVENTRY PARK DR WESTGROVE BLVD CATON DR KAREN DR LAKE SIDE CIR RIDGEVIEW CT EASY ST WILHITE LN MEADOWRIDGE CT TANACROSS DR TIPTOP ST LA RUE CIR MEADOW CT GOLF SIDE APARTMENTS PLACID DR KATHERINE DR TAMRA CT MEADOW LAKES DR TUMBLEWEED DR LEWIS CT KILMER DR HILLTOP APARTMENT BOULDER DR BONNER DR FOSSIL VISTA NE 820 HILLTOP DR PLEASANT RIDGE DR GEORGIA ST MACKEY DR VICTORIA AVE TAOS DR CIRCLEVIEW CT WAYCREST DR CIRCLEVIEW DR CYLINDA SUE CIR CIRCLEVIEW CT MIDDLETON DR JANE ANN ST JANADA ST CLAY AVE YOUNG ST BONNIE WAYNE ST BONNIE WAYNE ST AMMONS ST Proposed Playground Park MURRAY AVE STEVEN ST TABOR ST MIKE CT STARLIGHT DR DEVONSHIRE DR BRIGHTON CT sil s Fo CAROLDEAN ST MARYVIEW CT MCQUADE ST MARYVIEW TER CASTLE COMBE PL k ee r C MANOR DR GLENWYCK DR GLENWICK APTS HEIDELBURG CT MANOR DR MACKEY DR WESTMINSTER WAY JESTER CT CARMA DR WESTMINSTER WAY MORGAN CIR ABERDEEN DR CAMELOT CT RR UP LARIET TRL STARLIGHT CT BISCAYNE DR MEACHAM BLVD SHADY LAKE DR SUNCREST CT SILVER LAKE DR SILVER LAKE CT TRACY DR BRILEY DR ROYAL CT AMMONS ST MACK RD FIELD ST REDONDO ST TESCO ROW RIVERVIEW DR RIDGEMONT RD MELINDA ST JANE ANNE ST STARLIGHT DR MELINDA ST MADELLA ST STANLEY-KELLER RD MADELLA ST CHAPEL PARK DR CEDARCREST DR EMERALD OAKS DR DOELINE ST WINDSOR CT IRA ST RITA BETH LN JACKIE LEE ST FIELD ST SABELLE LN CHERYL LN GEORGIAN DR GLENWYCK DR HARMONSON RD DIAMOND OAKS CT PARK OAKS CT LOCHRIDGE CT PALMER DR LAYTON ST NADINE DR DENT RD OLD DENTON RD FLORY ST PARCHMAN ST DIAMOND LOCH ROXIE ST SCRUGGS DR HONEY LN DAWN DR DIAMOND OAKS DR IRA ST MADELLA ST RUFE SNOW DR GARDEN PARK DR GOLDEN OAKS DR NORTH HILLS DR LINMA LN HOLLAND ST HARMONSON CT NADINE DR BILLIE FAYE DR HUNTER ST STEPHANIE DR EASTRIDGE DR CHERYL ST JERRI LN LARRY ST MALLORY DR KATRINE ST EARLS LN BEACH ST REEVES ST MONNA ST TOMMY HAYS DR VONCILLE ST JANE LN ROGENE CT NORTHCUTT DR GARWOOD DR REVERE ST MONTREAL CIR PARAMOUNT ST AURORA ST JACK ATKINS CT MELISSA ST BRIARCLIFF AVE TOURIST DR BELLHURST CT EDNA ST ROGERS ST BROADWAY AVE HEDRICK ST DANA DR FRIENDLY LN AURORA ST JANRUE CT MESQUITE RD 1/2 Mile Radius OWENS ST GARY DR DEE LN GENE LN HARRIS LN EARLS LN EASTRIDGE DR DANA DR FIELD ST HIRES LN CINDY DR WOODLANE AVE BRANDYWINE LN FOSSIL DR GAINES CT RAY DR CRITES ST RICHARD LN INGLE CT B ST PATTERSON DR BELKNAP ST E ST LAKE DR MELBOURNE ST JERRY LN LAYTON ST LAVON DR CARTWRIGHT DR FOSSIL DR FIELD ST MCCULLAR RD BUSTER DR JEFFRIES LN PINE PARK DR HALEY AVE KINMAN AVE KERRY LN CECIL DR SUE DR MCCULLAR RD SHANE DR MCCOMAS RD LAVON DR FAYE DR GEROME DR JOHN DR FLO CT GEROME ST LAVON DR JANE LN FOSSIL DR SUNDAY ST RUFE SNOW RD MARY BOAZ LN DESERT SANDS EZELL DR LINDSEY LN CHESSER BOYER RD KINGS CT Proposed Neighborhood Park CEMETERY RD BEWLEY ST RAY CT EDITH LN KIMBO RD LAURA ANN CT DREEBEN ST A ST HALTOM ROAD PARK LAVERDA DR WEHRING RD DIANA DR OLD HICKORY LN LITTLE FOSSIL PARK FOSSIL DR 183 DANA DR MESQUITE RD MESQUITE RD BAKER BLVD DANA DR MENN ST V U WEHRING ST HADLEY ST CAROLEA DR KATHERINE CT MATTHEWS DR WALKER ST WALKER ST JACKSON CT HENRY DR BURGE ST BAKER BLVD RITA LN CHERYL LN DAVIDSON ST GRAPEVINE HWY k ree EDWARDS ST KINGSBURY AVE BRIDGES AVE C sil SWAN ST DANELE CT WILLOWCREST CT DOYLE ST LONG AVE REEVES ST RICHLAND PLAZA DR os gf Bi REEVES ST RITA LN PARKER RD KATRINE CT AURORA ST WILLOWCREST DR MEADOW OAKS DR BROADWAY PARK TOMMY WATKINS DR HOVENKAMP AVE NORTH HILLS DR NORTH HILLS DR PATRICIA ST MCKIBBEN AVE V U WENDELL CT WEBSTER DR MONETTE ST EARLS LN BROOKS AVE 26 ORIENT DR JOY LEE ST SWAN ST BONZER ST BLENDE ST DAWN DR ONYX DR LAMOND CT JOY LEE ST HOLDER ST CHARLES ST HOLLAND ST BEVERLY DR PARKER RD VONCILLE ST MARIE ST JERRELL ST SHERIDAN DR GLENDA ST SPRINGVIEW CT KRIS ST ROGENE ST VENICE DR CIRCULAR DR TOURIST DR HILLS DR STANLEY KELLER RD JANNIE ST CYNTHIA CIR VICKI ST CHERYL ST 2 Mile Radius WENDELL DR MATSON ST JERRI LN SWAN CT OAKWOOD AVE SCRUGGS DR HARDESTY ST MILDRED LN MATAR ST AURORA ST NORTH HILLS CT MONEDA CIR BERT ST HIGHLAND CIR KINGSBURY AVE ANGLE DR WESLEY ST SUNDAY LN GLENDALE AVE HIGHLAND AVE EDITH LN WEAVER ST WALTHALL DR WALTHALL DR KIMBO RD BINGHAM DR WALTHALL DR ELLISON AVE REAFORD DR SOLONA ST CONKLING ST MACKEY CT V U GENE LN IVEY ST DAISY LN OAK KNOLL ST HARRIS LN SANFORD ST HIGGINS LN KEARBY ST OWENS ST KINGS AVE SELMA ST WESTCHESTER DR OAKWOOD ST GLENDA ST GRANTON ST Little F OAK RIDGE DR ossil C ORVAL CT MONEDA ST LINTON ST 121 U V EDEN AVE Existing Railroad MONEDA ST FINCHER RD DAYTON ST Legend DELANTE ST reek WALDEMAR ST CREECH ST AIRPORT FWY 121 U V NINA LN ELTON RD MINNIE ST MIDWAY PLZ THOMAS RD FINCHER RD KEARBY ST SOLANA ST MOLINE DR EASTRIDGE ST SPRINGDALE RD SPRINGDALE RD SANDY OAK PARK CALLAWAY DR SPRINGDALE RD RUSTY DELL RD RUSTY DELL RD MIDWAY DR MCGUIRE AVE Belknap-Fossil Trail (See Detail) MERCURY ST MCGUIRE ST SOLANA AVE BERTHA LN MINNIE ST MERCURY ST MIDWAY RD KINGS AVE BERTHA LN WAYNE CT HOLLIS ST MIDWAY DR MIDWAY DR MIDWAY RD JUNIPER ST POST AVE GOLDIE ST OWENS ST OLA LN SELK AVE BRADLEY AVE HARROW LN LORAINE ST OAKWOOD ST KINGSBURY SOLONA CIR WALL ST OWENS ST 28TH ST SASSY LN PECAN PARK OAKWOOD TER ELINOR ST MAGNOLIA PARK DR MINNIS LN ELLISON AVE MARKUM DR NEWMAN DR LORAINE ST ROSEBUD DR SOLONA ST PORTWOOD CT ADAMS DR GLENHAVEN DR HEMLOCK DR MINNIS DR DELANTE ST LOWER BIRDVILLE RD LOWER BIRDVILLE RD WOODS LN Existing Creeks LARK ST Future Trail GARDEN ST LEONA LN OAKWOOD ST EARL ST EARL ST GAGE ST LITTLE FOSSIL DR BERNICE ST CARNATION AVE ERMIS ST HONEYSUCKLE AVE 1/4 Mile Radius LAYTON ST MCNUTT ST E TR HEMLOCK DR SEAMAN ST YUCCA AVE Proposed Park CYPRESS ST MCNUTT ST HICKORY DR MARIGOLD AVE SHADOW LN PlaygroundFo Park (1/4 MI Radius) EDEN DR 121 JOPLIN ST HICKORY DR PRIMROSE AVE PARRISH ROAD PARK GILCREST DR PARRISH RD COLONY CT CARSON ST HARPER ST WHEELER ST KINGS HWY BETTY LN OAKVIEW ST SHADOW LN CLARENCE ST OAK KNOLL DR WAYNE ST Proposed Community Park North ELLIOTT REEDER RD ss il C Neighborhood Parkre(1/2 MI Radius) ek Future Neighborhood Park (1/2 Mile Radius) MAXINE ST WAYNE ST GIBSON ST BUSTER CT Existing Parks WHEELER ST SANDERS ST CONNECT TO CITY OF FORT WORTH TRAIL SYSTEM Community Park (2 MI Radius) Future Pocket Park (1/4 Mile Radius) Future Community Park (2 Mile Radius) 0 DRAWN: CHECKED: DATE: DEL MHS MAR 2008 SCALE: OF AS SHOWN JOB NO.: 1 EXISTINGPARKS PARKS & OPEN OPEN SPACES FUTURE SPACE FOR THE CITY OF 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