CITY OF ANN ARBOR // Parks + Recreation Hillary Hanzel Park Planner + Landscape Architect
CITY OF ANN ARBOR // Parks + Recreation 1. Overview of Parks System 2. Recent + Upcoming Capital Projects 3. History of Ann Arbor Parks Video 4. Erika Pratt GIVE 365 Volunteer efforts 5. Tina Stephens Natural Area Preservation (NAP)
Parks + Recreation // Mission STEWARDSHIP We responsibly manage and care for our natural, cultural, and physical resources for current and future generations. EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE We interact with all people in a professional, friendly and respectful manner, while striving to exceed expectations. INNOVATIVE IMPROVEMENTS We foster an environment that supports and encourages innovation and dynamic creative solutions. INTEGRITY We build trust and maintain accountability by doing the right thing. COMMUNITY We work collaboratively to include and engage the full diversity of our community. EXCELLENT PARKS AND SPACES We provide safe environments, beautiful spaces, and a welcoming atmosphere. HAVE FUN!
Parks + Recreation // Diversity of Park Properties Community-wide Parks Neighborhood Park Urban Parks/Plazas Natural Areas Recreation Facilities Historic Sites
Parks + Recreation // Breadth of Park System 91 Structures 79 Playgrounds 70 Miles of multi-use paths 38 Miles of nature trails 32 Ball fields 32 Tennis courts 24 Soccer fields 19 Picnic shelters 4 Swimming pools 2 Ice rinks 2 18-hole golf courses 2 Canoe liveries 2 Community centers Senior center, historic houses 159 Parks 2,110 Acres
Parks + Recreation // How our park system stacks up TYPICAL ACRES OF PARKLAND PER 1,000 RESIDENTS TYPICAL 9.6 ANN ARBOR ANN ARBOR 18.5 2,26 748 RESIDENTS PER PARK
Parks + Recreation // How our park system stacks up TYPICAL ACRES OF PARKLAND PER 1,000 RESIDENTS TYPICAL 9.6 ANN ARBOR ANN ARBOR 18.5 2,26 748 RESIDENTS PER PARK
Parks + Recreation // How our park system stacks up % OF GENERAL FUND OPERATING EXPENDITURES RECOVERED THROUGH REVENUE GENERATION TYPICAL RECOVERS 29 % ANN ARBOR RECOVERS 63 %
Parks + Recreation // Funding + Expenditures 40% PARKS MILLAGE 60% GENERAL FUND PARKS OPERATING BUDGET
Parks + Recreation // Funding + Expenditures 60% GENERAL FUND CORE PARK SERVICES (mowing, snow removal, utilities, playground inspections, administrative and recreation facility staff)
Parks + Recreation // Funding + Expenditures 40% PARKS MILLAGE 70% MAINTENANCE / OPERATIONS (NAP, Give 365, Park Operations, Park Forestry) 30% CAPITAL PROJECTS
Parks + Recreation // Capital Projects Capital Projects New construction, expansion, renovation or replacement How are they Funded? Parks Millage, Grants, Developer
Parks + Recreation // PROS Open Space Master Plan City s vision for Parks & Recreation Officially a part of the City Master Plan Establishes goals & objectives for future planning Input is guided through extensive public process Establishes criteria for parkland acquisition Updated every 5 years
CAPITAL PROJECTS
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Gallup Park Border-to- Border Trail 1.4 mile long section of B2B trail re-paved and widened from 6 to 10 Paid for by the Parks Millage and with a Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Grant
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Leslie Park Pickleball & Tennis Courts BEFORE AFTER Resurface existing tennis courts and convert 2 of the tennis courts to 6 new Pickleball Courts Decision to convert to Pickleball courts was a result of the PROS Plan and community requests. Reflects changing demographics as the sport is popular with the senior community.
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Leslie Park Pickleball & Tennis Courts Resurface existing tennis courts and convert 2 of the tennis courts to 6 new Pickleball Courts Decision to convert to Pickleball courts was a result of the PROS Plan and community requests. Reflects changing demographics as the sport is popular with the senior community.
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Fuller Pool Stucco Repair & Repainting Stucco on the pool building surface had deteriorated over time and had significant cracks. Plaster was repaired and repainted.
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Leslie Nature Center site & house improvements
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Bryant Community Center Addition COMMUNITY CENTER ADDITION TEEN CENTER
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Veterans Park Pool Liner Replacement Replacement of the existing marcite pool liner with a new PVC liner that is longer-lasting and has fewer maintenance needs. PROS plan identifies this liner replacement as a priority project to maintain the structural integrity of the pool. Marcite pool liners were replaced with PVC at Buhr and Fuller pools in 2013 and are performing well.
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Veterans Park Pool Filter + Pump Replacement Replacement of pool filter, main pool pump and the accessory pumps for the slide and water features. Sustainability Benefits: Reduction in water use (160-170,000 gallons) Reduction in energy demands (Approx. $5,000 saved annually) Improved pool water quality (Remove 3x as many 5 micron particles)
CAPITAL PROJECTS // Gallup Park Universal Access Playground
Universal Access Playground // Woodland Region
Universal Access Playground // Woodland Region
RIVER REGION
Universal Access Playground // Prairie Region
BARRIER-FREE ACCESSIBILITY FOR KIDS
BARRIER-FREE ACCESSIBILITY FOR KIDS AND CAREGIVERS
Universal Access Playground // Prairie Region
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