Village of Bagdad Community Vision Plan IMPLEMENTATION PLAN Prepared by the Bagdad Waterfronts Florida Partnership Updated August 2007 This report was funded in part, through a grant agreement from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program, by a grant provided by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Award No. NA05NOS4191074. The views, statements, findings, conclusions and recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the State of Florida, NOAA or any of its subagencies. August 2007. 1 of 53
Village of Bagdad Community Vision Plan IMPLEMENTATION PLAN Prepared by the Bagdad Waterfronts Florida Partnership First approved: January 2007 Last Revised: August 2007 Table of Contents Action Plan Preface.... 3 Part 1: Natural and Environmental Protection. 4 Part 2: Cultural Resource Protection.. 12 Part 3: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety.. 22 Part 4: Public Access to the Waterfront. 36 Part 5: Economic Revitalization 48 *Each section of this Action Plan has a summary sheet that will help track accomplishments of goals identified within the Vision Plan. 2 of 53
Village of Bagdad Community Vision Plan Project Location: Waterfront Area of Bagdad, Florida IMPLEMENTATION PLAN PREFACE Project Team: Bagdad Waterfronts Florida Partnership program director, steering committee, and subcommittees Project Summary: In July 2006, the Village of Bagdad created a Community Vision Plan to help map its future development. With technical assistance from the Santa Rosa County Planning and Zoning department, the Bagdad Waterfronts Partnership facilitated the Vision Plan process through a series of community workshops. This project is part of the State of Florida, Department of Community Affairs Waterfronts Florida Partnership s effort in assisting participating communities to develop long-term plans that help revitalize, renew and promote interest in the waterfront districts, while strengthening communities to accommodate growth. The focus areas of the program are: environmental resource protection, public access, retention of viable traditional waterfront economies, and hazard mitigation. The Village of Bagdad Community Vision Plan was adopted and encouraged for implementation by the Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners in August 2006. Results and Accomplishments: The results and accomplishments that follow this plan s implementation will be reported on a quarterly basis to the Department of Community Affairs and Santa Rosa County. Accomplishments will be noted within this plan, and will be reviewed annually by the Partnership. Key Partners: Village of Bagdad residents and property owners, Santa Rosa County, Department of Community Affairs, Blackwater River Foundation, Bagdad Village Preservation Association, and the Bagdad Waterfronts Partnership committees. Possible funding sources: Implementation of this plan will depend heavily upon funding resources that will be acquired through local, state and federal grants, private donations, and special fundraising efforts. Project Contact: Joshua Wilks, program director; (850) 981-9915: manager@bagdadwaterfronts.org 3 of 53
Environmental and Natural Resource Protection Vision Action Plan Updated November 2006 4 of 53
Part 1: Environmental Resource Protection Outline Action Plan Tasks Timeframe Lead Date Achieved Protect the quality of waterways surrounding the Village of Bagdad (Blackwater River, Pond Creek, and Oakland Basin) 1. Reduce direct discharge of stormwater into waterways 2006-2010 SRC 2. Identify Sources of Pollution Ongoing DEP, SRC 3. Continue to expand sanitary sewer service and reduce septic tank usage. 2006-2010 SRC Oct. 2006 - Aug. 2007 Enhance and protect upland natural resources of the Village 1. Implement the Community Forestry Program including the establishment of a community forestry outreach and education program, tree planting and Arbor Day celebrations, each with an emphasis on native trees that perform well in urban areas and have shown a higher level of wind resistance. 2. Explore ways to maintain the shoreline in a natural state. Provide environmental education to Village residents and property owners Sept. 2006 until Sept. 2007 Ongoing SRC BRF Sept. 06 Sept. 07 BWP BWP 1. Explore opportunities to educate residents on topics such as invasive species, hurricane resistant species, natural vegetation landscaping, etc. Dec. 06 and ongoing BRF, BWP May 07 Notes BWP = Bagdad Waterfronts Partnership; SRC = Santa Rosa County; DEP = Department of Environmental Protection; BRF = Blackwater River Foundation; BVPA = Bagdad Village Preservation Association 5 of 53
Goal 1 Task 1 VISION FOCUS AREA: NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VISION GOAL Protect the quality of waterways surrounding the Village of Bagdad (Blackwater River, Pond Creek, and Oakland Basin) 1.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Reduce direct discharge of stormwater into waterways 1. Connect existing stormwater system to existing retention and detention ponds at the Bagdad Mill Site Park when available. 2. Use native vegetation or a natural filter, such as bald cypress trees in retention and detention ponds at Mill Site Park and elsewhere in village by Jan. 1, 2008, and ongoing. Santa Rosa County Natural and Environmental Resource Protection subcommittee, Blackwater River Foundation, Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection 3. Create a plan for stormwater management for the village by 2010. 6 of 53
Goal 1 Task 2 VISION FOCUS AREA: NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VISION GOAL Protect the quality of waterways surrounding the Village of Bagdad (Blackwater River, Pond Creek, and Oakland Basin) 1.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Identify Sources of Pollution 1. Advocate elimination of septic tank usage in Bagdad and connection to municipal sewer service when it becomes available in late 2007 and ongoing. 2. Place fishing line discard receptacles at existing public access locations in Bagdad by Jan. 31, 2007 4. Identify sources of pollution on a regular basis in waterways starting Aug. 1, 2007 Environmental Resource Protection subcommittee Santa Rosa County, Blackwater River Foundation, Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection 4. Implement a community education program that includes: Pamphlets and brochures on (1) Outstanding Florida Waters; (2) Aquatic Preserves; (3) Water Purification; (4) Stormwater Management; (5) Septic Tank maintenance by May 1, 2007 7 of 53
Goal 1 Task 3 VISION FOCUS AREA: NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VISION GOAL Protect the quality of waterways surrounding the Village of Bagdad (Blackwater River, Pond Creek, and Oakland Basin) 1.3 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Continue to expand sanitary sewer service and reduce septic tank usage. 1. Explore grant options and identify sewer hook-up fee and septic tank removal assistance when sewer service becomes available (projected beginning date is Jan. 1, 2008) 2. Outline a map of City of Milton and Sundial sewer service district boundaries by Mach. 1, 2007. Natural and Environmental Resource Protection subcommittee, and utility providers Santa Rosa County, Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection, City of Milton 3. Schedule a meeting by May 1, 2007, with Santa Rosa County, and the City of Milton and Sundial sewer representatives for discussion to shift boundary lines to include existing Bagdad development so residents can hook up to closest sewer service. 8 of 53
Goal 2 Task 1 VISION FOCUS AREA: NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VISION GOAL Enhance and protect the upland natural resources of the Village. 2.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Implement the Community Forestry Program including the establishment of a community forestry outreach and education program, tree planting and Arbor Day celebrations, each with an emphasis on native trees that perform well in urban areas and have shown a higher level of wind resistance. 1. Create map to identify emergent and submerged vegetation along riverbank by Dec. 1, 2007 2. Create vegetation map and inventory of individual native trees to be preserved by Dec. 1, 2007 3. Establish a Heritage Tree roster for Bagdad s historic district by Dec. 1, 2007. 4. Establish educational material on proper tree trimming by Dec. 1, 2007 4. Establish an educational outreach on native tree education program, and planting schedule by Dec. 1, 2007, and ongoing efforts to educate the community on trees Blackwater River Foundation Natural and Environmental Resource Protection subcommittee, Santa Rosa County, University of Florida- IFAS, The Nature Conservancy, Florida Division of Forestry, Northwest Florida Water Management District 5. Create pamphlets and brochures on (1) Heritage trees; (2) Hurricane Resistant Trees; (3) Invasive and Exotic tree and vegetation removal by Dec. 1, 2007 9 of 53
Goal 2 Task 2 VISION FOCUS AREA: NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VISION GOAL Enhance and protect the upland natural resources of the Village. 2.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Explore ways to maintain the shoreline in a natural state. 1. Create educational material on the negative impacts of riprap and hardscape methods of shoreline control on Oakland Basin by Dec. 1, 2007 2. Remove excessive concrete along Bagdad Mill Site Park riverfront by Dec. 1, 2010 Natural and Environmental Resource Protection subcommittee Blackwater River Foundation, Santa Rosa County, Dept. of Environmental Protection, Northwest Florida Water Management District 3. Identify methods to preserve marsh land and aquatic grass beds along Pond Creek, Blackwater River (including Island No. 2), and Oakland Basin by Dec. 1, 2008 4. Identify possible and ongoing funding to assist with aquatic grass placement and restoration along waterfront by Dec. 1, 2008 10 of 53
Goal 3 Task 1 VISION FOCUS AREA: NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION VISION GOAL Provide environmental education to Village residents and property owners 3.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Explore opportunities to educate residents on topics such as invasive species, hurricane resistant species, natural vegetation landscaping, etc. 1. Schedule community workshop to educate residents on invasive plant species negative impact to the environment by March 1, 2007 2. Schedule community workshop on hurricane-resistant tree selection with planting demonstrations on public property by June 1, 2007 3. Produce educational material on tree selection and invasive species management by March 1, 2007 Environmental Resource Protection subcommittee Santa Rosa County, University of Florida- IFAS, Blackwater River Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, Dept. of Environmental Protection 4. Produce a Web site as an educational outreach tool promoting natural vegetation and landscaping by March 1, 2007 5. Schedule community workshops on the following subjects: (1) Natural and native species; (2) invasives by Dec. 1, 2007 11 of 53
Cultural Resource Protection Vision Action Plan Updated October 2006 12 of 53
Part 2: Cultural Resource Protection Action Plan Tasks Timeframe Lead Date Achieved Revise County Codes to clarify Historic Zoning District regulations for the purpose of protecting historic character and property values 1. Amend the zoning the map to ensure that the Historic Zoning District aligns with the National Register Historic District 2. Develop a text amendment to the Land Development Code to clarify Historic Zoning District development regulations, including but not limited to: (See vision plan) SRC SRC 3. Increase code enforcement SRC In process (To be completed by Oct. 2007) (To be completed by Oct. 2007) 4. Consider adoption of minimum property maintenance standards SRC Provide information to the community on the cultural resources unique to the Village of Bagdad 1. Continue to conduct walking tours of the Village explaining the historic and cultural heritage of the area ongoing BVPA ongoing 2. Prepare an oral history of the Village by interviewing longtime area residents Oct. 2006 BRF, BVPA Oct. 2006 (ongoing) 3. Work with the Florida Division of Historical Resources to explore ways to educate the community about the historic use of the mill site and historic occupations typical to the Village BVPA March 2007 Identify archaeological resources in the area 1. Explore opportunities to work with the University of West Florida to identify archaeological resources in the area, including the Mill Site and Island No. 2 BVPA Notes BWP = Bagdad Waterfronts Partnership; SRC = Santa Rosa County; DEP = Department of Environmental Protection; BRF = Blackwater River Foundation; BVPA = Bagdad Village Preservation Association 13 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 1 Task 1 Revise County Codes to clarify Historic Zoning District regulations for the purpose of protecting historic character and property values 1.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Amend the zoning the map to ensure that the Historic Zoning District aligns with the National Register Historic District 1. Santa Rosa County TO BE COMPLETED BY SANTA ROSA COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT 14 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 1 Task 2 Revise County Codes to clarify Historic Zoning District regulations for the purpose of protecting historic character and property values 1.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Develop a text amendment to the Land Development Code to clarify Historic Zoning District development regulations, including but not limited to: (See vision plan) 1. Santa Rosa County TO BE COMPLETED BY SANTA ROSA COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT 15 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 1 Task 3 Revise County Codes to clarify Historic Zoning District regulations for the purpose of protecting historic character and property values 1.3 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Increase code enforcement 1. Santa Rosa County TO BE COMPLETED BY SANTA ROSA COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT 16 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 1 Task 4 Revise County Codes to clarify Historic Zoning District regulations for the purpose of protecting historic character and property values 1.4 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Consider adoption of minimum property maintenance standards 1. Santa Rosa County TO BE COMPLETED BY SANTA ROSA COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT 17 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 2 Task 1 Provide information to the community on the cultural resources unique to the Village of Bagdad 2.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Continue to conduct walking tours of the Village explaining the historic and cultural heritage of the area 1. Schedule a meeting with the Bagdad Museum Committee by Nov. 1, 2006, to identify needed assistance in continuing its mission of cultural heritage preservation. 2. Identify means of assistance in helping with walking tour brochure development with BVPA by March 1, 2006. Bagdad Village Preservation Association Cultural Resource Protection subcommittee, Dept. of State, Division of Historical Resource, University of West Florida Historic Preservation Program 3. Assist in Bagdad Village Walking Tours conducted for special events by BVPA by March 1, 2007. 4. Schedule a schedule of meetings to assist BVPA in developing a walking tour brochure by March 1, 2007. 5. Assist in annual Beaches to Woodlands October walking tours by Oct. 1, 2007, and ongoing. 18 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 2 Task 2 Provide information to the community on the cultural resources unique to the Village of Bagdad 2.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Prepare an oral history of the Village by interviewing longtime area residents 1. Identify what equipment will be necessary to initiate an oral history project by Oct. 1, 2006 2. Locate potential interviewees starting Oct. 1, 2006 and ongoing. 3. Develop a schedule for potential Oral History Days at events such as Bagdad Market Day, Santa Rosa Fine Arts Festival, etc. by Nov. 1, 2006 and ongoing. 4. Develop a resource group who will learn equipment usage and are willing to assist in oral history interviews by Dec. 1, 2006. 5. Develop a list of potential projects by topics by Dec. 1, 2006. Cultural Resource Protection subcommittee Blackwater River Foundation, Bagdad Village Preservation Association, Dept. of State, Division of Historical Resource, University of West Florida 6. Schedule a meeting with the University of West Florida to conduct an oral history training session by Feb. 1, 2007 7. Locate possible grants for local oral history projects by Dec. 1, 2007. 19 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 2 Task 3 Provide information to the community on the cultural resources unique to the Village of Bagdad 2.3 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Work with the Florida Division of Historical Resources to explore ways to educate the community about the historic use of the mill site and historic occupations typical to the Village 1. Schedule a meeting with the Bagdad museum committee by Nov. 1, 2006, to identify needs for museum management and museum display creation that represents the entire community s cultural resources. 2. Schedule a meeting with the Bagdad Village Preservation Association by Feb. 1, 2007, to assist with developing a work plan for continued exhibition of the cultural resources unique to Bagdad, the historic use of the mill site and historic occupations typical to the Village. Bagdad Village Preservation Association Cultural Resource Protection subcommittee, Dept. of State, Division of Historical Resource, University of West Florida 20 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: CULTURAL RESOURCE PROTECTION Goal 3 Task 1 Identify archaeological resources in the area 3.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Explore opportunities to work with the University of West Florida to identify archaeological resources in the area, including the Mill Site and Island No. 2 1. Schedule a meeting with the Bagdad Museum committee by Feb. 1, 2007, to identify archaeological resources in Bagdad. 2. Schedule a meeting with the University of West Florida Archaeology Institute by Mach 1, 2007, to identify archaeological resources in Bagdad. 3. Identify mill houses and other contributing historic structures throughout the community that have not been previously acknowledged by Dec. 1, 2007. Cultural Resource Protection subcommittee Bagdad Village Preservation Association, Dept. of State, Division of Historical Resource, University of West Florida Historic Preservation Program 4. Develop an acknowledgement program plan for historic buildings and sites that have not been previously identified by Dec. 1, 2007. 5. Schedule a meeting with Department of State, Division of Historical Resources to identify means of historic nomination for contributing structures by Feb. 1, 2008. 21 of 53
Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety Vision Action Plan Updated November 2006 22 of 53
Part 3: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety Action Plan Tasks Timeframe Lead Date Achieved Reduce crime in Bagdad 1. Establish a Neighborhood Watch Group. Oct. 06 BWP Oct. 06 2. Work with the Sheriff s Department to identify specific measures to reduce crime in Bagdad. Oct. 06 BWP Oct. 06 3. Create and implement a community lighting plan. 2007 (in phases) Relocate the Bagdad Firehouse out of the storm surge area. 1. Work with the Bagdad Volunteer Fire Department to Ongoing identify alternative locations and funding to accomplish relocation. BWP* April 07 - ongoing SRC Relocate overhead utility lines underground. 1. Explore the costs and advantages/disadvantages of underground utilities in Bagdad. Oct. 2007 BWP* Improve traffic safety. 1. Work with the school district to improve drop off points. Oct. 2006 SRC, BWP 2. Identify measures to calm traffic and improve traffic safety within Bagdad. Oct. 2006 SRC, BWP Sept. 2006 Sept. 2006 3. Meet with the Transportation Organization s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to identify bike/ped improvements throughout Bagdad, and add to their plans. Feb. 2007 BWP* Feb. 2007 4. Advocate repairs of sidewalks, and locate funding opportunities for sidewalks throughout village. Dec. 2006 SRC, BWP* Nov. 2006 Improve the ability of the community to respond to and recover from hurricanes. 1. Enlist volunteers to establish a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) July 2007 BWP, SRC March 2007 2. Identify resources available to property owners for hardening their homes against the effects of a storm. Dec. 2006 SRC, BWP Nov. 2006 Notes BWP = Bagdad Waterfronts Partnership; SRC = Santa Rosa County; DEP = Department of Environmental Protection; BRF = Blackwater River Foundation; BVPA = Bagdad Village Preservation Association * The Economic Revitalization subcommittee will be lead in this area 23 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety Goal 1 Task 1 Reduce crime in Bagdad. 1.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Establish a Neighborhoo d Watch Group. 1. Schedule a meeting with the Santa Rosa Sheriff s Department to discuss initiating a Neighborhood Watch Program by Sept. 15, 2006. 2. Meet with potential sponsors for a Neighborhood Watch Program by Oct. 1, 2006. 3. Schedule a Neighborhood Watch meeting to identify supporters by conducting a crime and safety survey and general information meeting by Nov. 1, 2006. 4. Schedule a Neighborhood Watch meeting to identify block captains and establish a Neighborhood Watch plan to establish meeting times and dates, strategies and related activities by March 1, 2007. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Santa Rosa Sheriff s Department, Help Thy Neighbors Volunteer Center, Bagdad Village Preservation Association, Blackwater River Foundation 5. Support the Bagdad Neighborhood Watch initiative by assisting with meeting facilitation and coordination. 24 of 53
Goal 1 Task 2 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Reduce crime in Bagdad. 1.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Work with the Sheriff s Department to identify specific measures to reduce crime in Bagdad. 1. Schedule a meeting with the Santa Rosa Sheriff s Department to discuss initiating a Neighborhood Watch Program by Sept. 15, 2006. 2. Schedule a Neighborhood Watch meeting to identify crime concerns by conducting a crime and safety survey by Nov. 1, 2006. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Santa Rosa Sheriff s Department, Help Thy Neighbors Volunteer Center, Bagdad Village Preservation Association, Blackwater River Foundation 3. Contact the Santa Rosa Sheriff s office to schedule a town hall meeting with the Sheriff and representatives to voice community safety concerns, and brainstorm avenues to reduce crime by March 1, 2007. 4. Support the Bagdad Neighborhood Watch initiative by assisting with meeting facilitation and coordination. 25 of 53
Goal 1 Task 3 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Reduce crime in Bagdad. 1.3 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Create and implement a community lighting plan. 1. Identify areas in Bagdad, by street, that need street lights through surveys and nighttime drive-through inspections of areas by Jan. 1, 2007. 2. Once lighting needs are established, schedule a meeting with Gulf Power to determine best placement practices for lights, and determine what existing poles can or can t be used for lighting by Feb. 1, 2007. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Economic Revitalization subcommittee, Santa Rosa County, Bagdad Village Preservation Association, Blackwater River Foundation 3. Determine costs of lighting individual areas in Bagdad for a two-year period by Feb. 1, 2007. 4. When a lighting plan is established, conduct a community meeting to survey residents on lighting concerns and provide opportunities for people to donate money to the lighting program by March 1, 2007. 5. Conduct a fundraising strategy for lighting fund by March 1, 2007. 6. When a two-year budget is achieved (from donations, fundraisers, etc.) for key areas, light up the street for two years. 26 of 53
Goal 2 Task 1 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Relocate the Bagdad Firehouse out of the storm surge area. 2.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Work with the Bagdad Volunteer Fire Department to identify alternative locations and funding to accomplish relocation. 1. Schedule a meeting with the Fire Department and representatives to discuss what the Fire Department s future plans may be and determine a work plan for locating relocation funds by Jan. 1, 2010. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Bagdad Fire Department, Santa Rosa County 27 of 53
Goal 3 Task 1 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Relocate overhead utility lines underground. 3.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Explore the costs and advantages (or disadvantag es) of undergroun d utilities in Bagdad. 1. Establish an underground utility placement plan for Bagdad by May 1, 2007, identifying and prioritizing areas (i.e. Forsyth and Church streets) where utility lines should be placed underground. 2. Contact Gulf Power and other utility providers to determine an estimated cost for underground utility placement and home hook-up placement by designated areas by July 1, 2007. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Economic Revitalization subcommittee, Santa Rosa County 2. Schedule a meeting with Santa Rosa County to determine the process of underground utility placement with permitting, etc. by Oct. 1, 2007. 3. Explore FEMA and other Hazard Mitigation grant opportunities to place utility lines underground and provide assistance to property owners for cost of burying lines from road to building. 28 of 53
Goal 4 Task 1 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Improve traffic safety. 4.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Continue to identify and implement measures to calm traffic within the Village, such as appropriate roadway striping, signage, awareness (speed trailers), and gateway treatments. 1. Schedule a meeting with Santa Rosa traffic planner by Oct. 1, 2006, to identify traffic calming measures. 2. Conduct a traffic survey of Bagdad by Oct. 1, 2006. 2. Establish a workplan with Santa Rosa County traffic planner to work on key areas throughout village by Nov. 1, 2006. 3. Continue to seek funding opportunities for traffic calming improvements. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Economic Revitalization subcommittee, Santa Rosa County 29 of 53
Goal 4 Task 2 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Improve traffic safety. 4.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Continue to identify and implement measures to reduce conflicts between motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians such as bike lanes, cross walks, and sidewalks. 1. Schedule a meeting with Santa Rosa traffic planner by Oct. 1, 2006, to identify traffic calming measures. 2. Request Bagdad representation on the Florida-Alabama Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee by Oct. 1, 2006. 3. Establish a workplan with Santa Rosa County traffic planner to identify appropriate areas to place crosswalks, bike lanes, and sidewalks throughout village by Nov. 1, 2006. 4. Continue to seek funding opportunities for pedestrian and bicyclist safety improvements. Santa Rosa County, Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Economic Revitalization subcommittee 30 of 53
Goal 4 Task 3 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Improve traffic safety. 4.3 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Evaluate the feasibility of amending the current Transportation Planning Organization Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan to move the following projects up on the priority list: - Bike lanes and multi-use trail on Henry Street from Old US 90 to Old Bagdad Hwy. - Bike lanes on CR 191 from Avalon Blvd on South Garcon Point Rd. to Henry Street. 1. Request Bagdad representation on the Florida-Alabama Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee by Oct. 1, 2006. 2. Schedule a meeting with local traffic planners to determine what areas need most attention for bike lanes in Bagdad by Oct. 1, 2006. 3. Determine a plan with Santa Rosa County for a multi-use trail, extending from the existing Blackwater Heritage Trail by Nov. 30, 2006. 4. Explore grant options to extend the Bagdad Trail from the existing Blackwater Heritage Trail in Milton, connecting it with the Bagdad Mill Site Park by Dec. 1, 2006, and ongoing. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee, Economic Revitalization subcommittee Santa Rosa County 31 of 53
Goal 4 Task 4 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Improve traffic safety. 4.4 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Submit an application to FDOT for Transportatio n Enhancemen t Program funds to repair/replac e sidewalks in the Village, and to provide sidewalks to the community center. 1. Conduct a sidewalk safety audit and photo inventory by Oct. 1, 2006. 2. Identify sidewalk areas in need of most improvements by Oct. 1, 2006. 3. Schedule a meeting with Santa Rosa County to list areas in need of improvement by Oct. 1, 2006. 4. Create a sidewalk improvement plan for Bagdad by Oct. 1, 2006. 5. Identify areas in Bagdad that are in need or new sidewalks by Nov. 1, 2006. 6. Continue ongoing advocacy for sidewalk improvement and placement in Bagdad key areas, linking public spaces such as the Bagdad Elementary School, Bagdad Recreation Park/Community Center, Bagdad Mill Site Park, and other areas of concern. Santa Rosa County Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee, Economic Revitalization subcommittee 32 of 53
Goal 4 Task 5 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Improve traffic safety. 4.5 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Work with the School District to identify ways to improve the school drop off and pick up process. 1. Schedule a meeting with Santa Rosa traffic planner by Oct. 1, 2006, to identify traffic calming measures. 2. Schedule a meeting with Bagdad Elementary School principal to discuss school drop off and pick up process by Nov. 1, 2006. 3. Schedule a meeting with Bagdad Elementary School s parent-teacher safety committee to discuss possible improvements of drop off and pick up process by Feb. 1, 2007. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee, Economic Revitalization subcommittee Santa Rosa County 4. Determine a plan for improvement with input from the school, school neighbors, and Santa Rosa County by May 1, 2007. 33 of 53
Goal 5 Task 1 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Improve the ability of the community to respond to and recover from hurricanes. 5.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Enlist volunteers to establish a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), which is a FEMA initiative sponsored by the County. 1. Set up an appointment with County Emergency Management staff to determine what the community needs to do to establish a CERT by Oct. 1, 2006 2. Set a meeting for community members to be informed about CERT and how to volunteer by Nov. 15, 2006 3. Determine the interest and commitment to maintain activity before formally establishing the Bagdad CERT by March 1, 2007. Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee Santa Rosa County, Help Thy Neighbors Volunteer Center, Bagdad Fire Dept. 4. Identify a community leader to coordinate volunteers and training by March 1, 2007 5. Establish a mechanism for volunteers to enroll in the Bagdad CERT by May 1, 2007 6. Set up first training session by July 1, 2007 34 of 53
Goal 5 Task 2 VISION FOCUS AREA: Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety VISION GOAL Improve the ability of the community to respond to and recover from hurricanes. 5.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Identify resources available to property owners for hardening their homes against the effects of a storm. 1. Research existing resources for residential hardening by Dec. 31, 2006. 2. Create a brochure for community members by March 31, 2007. 3. Create a web page for inclusion at several web sites (County, BRF, and BFWP) by June 30, 2007. 4. Develop an educational presentation for property owners by September 2007. Santa Rosa County Special Projects/ Grants Hazard Mitigation and Public Safety subcommittee, Santa Rosa County, Help Thy Neighbors Volunteer Center 5. Present at least one educational session to community members by Dec. 31, 2007. 35 of 53
Public Access to the Waterfront Vision Action Plan Updated December 2006 36 of 53
Part 4: Public Access to the Waterfront Action Plan Tasks Timeframe Lead Date Achieved Develop the Mill Site Park as a passive park that capitalizes the area s unique resources and serves as a location for special events. 1. Review the current Land Use Plan for the Mill Site Park to ensure that proposed activities are consistent with this Vision Plan and input received from the community. October 2006 SRC September 2006 2. Prepare a detailed implementation plan for the Mill Site Park Land Use Plan which includes specific tasks, target date ranges, responsibilities and potential funding sources. October 2006 SRC September 2006 Improve Dorr s Fence Landing for sue as a canoe and kayak launch area 1. Identify Dorr s Fence Landing as canoe and kayak launch area August 2007 BWP 2. Identify a parking area at Dorr s Fence Landing August 2007 Oyster Shell Pile Boat Landing BWP BWP 1. Increase available parking at the Oyster Shell Pile Boat Landing 2. Establish a no-wake zone on the west side of Island No. 2 from northern tip to southern tip August 2007 August 2008 BWP BWP 3. Improve the public right-of-way between Ella and Cross streets to provide pedestrian connectivity between the Shell Pile and the Mill Site Park. 4. Explore safe and cost effective options for providing restroom facilities at public access locations 2010 SRC 2010 Continue to improve the Bagdad Ball Park as an active recreation area Evaluate the need for sidewalks and traffic improvements 2010 BWP near the park site. Notes BWP = Bagdad Waterfronts Partnership; SRC = Santa Rosa County; DEP = Department of Environmental Protection; BRF = Blackwater River Foundation; BVPA = Bagdad Village Preservation Association 37 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 1 Task 1 Develop the Mill Site Park as a passive park that capitalizes the area s unique resources and serves as a location for special events. 1.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Review the current Land Use Plan for the Mill Site Park to ensure that proposed activities are consistent with this Vision Plan and input received from the community. 1. Draft and submit a revised Mill Site Land Use Management Plan to the Board of County Commissioners and the Florida Office of Greenways and Trails by August 2007 Santa Rosa County Public Access to the Waterfront subcommittee, Blackwater River Foundation 38 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 1 Task 2 Develop the Mill Site Park as a passive park that capitalizes the area s unique resources and serves as a location for special events. 1.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Prepare a detailed implementation plan for the Mill Site Park Land Use Plan which includes specific tasks, target date ranges, responsibilities and potential funding sources. (Implement Phase I of Santa Rosa County s Mill Site Park work plan as follows) 1. Replace the exterior fence by August 2007 2. Using community members, complete a survey of plants currently at the site, identifying invasive plants and locations by August 2007 3. Reduce invasive plants at the Mill Site, both on uplands and wetlands acreage 4. Have one or more Clean-Up the Mill Site days to remove debris from the site with first by August 2007. Santa Rosa County Waterfronts Partnership, Blackwater River Foundation, DEP, Office of Greenways and Trails 5. Locate funding for, or a structural engineer that will donate time or reduce charges for, an assessment of the building currently on the site by August 2007 6. Locate and acquire funding for, or an architect (including landscape) who will donate time or reduced charges for a Mill Site Park site plan 7. Determine best course of action for removal of most of the asphalt and replace parking and driveway areas with gravel 39 of 53
8. Establish small committee by August 2007 to establish an action plan for addressing issues surrounding moving historic buildings to the site 9. Locate and acquire funding by August 2007 for repair of the retaining wall 10. Locate and acquire funding for, or locate a local fencing company that will donate or provide a reduced charge for, a functional but decorative fence for the waters edge in the Mill Site by August 2007 11. Remove asphalt and replace main drive and parking with gravel by August 2007 12. Open the site as a park by August 2007 (Phase 2 and 3 of Santa Rosa County s Mill Site Park Work Plan will be updated when Phase 1 is completed) 40 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 2 Task 1 Improve Dorr s Fence Landing for sue as a canoe and kayak launch area 2.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Identify Dorr s Fence Landing as canoe and kayak launch area 1. Designate the site as a canoe/kayak launch by August 2007 2. Provide appropriate signage at the Landing designated it as a canoe/kayak launch by October 2007. Waterfronts Partnership Santa Rosa County and the Blackwater River Foundation 41 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 2 Task 2 Improve Dorr s Fence Landing for use as a canoe and kayak launch area 2.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Identify a parking area at Dorr s Fence Landing 1. Identify potential parking enhancements at the site by August 2007. 2. Provide parking enhancements at the site by August 2008. Santa Rosa County Public Access to the Waterfront subcommittee 42 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 3 Task 1 Oyster Shell Pile Boat Landing 3.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Increase available parking at the Oyster Shell Pile Boat Landing 1. Create a plan for parking enhancements that will better handle single-vehicle parking and boat-trailer parking by August 2007. 2. Work with Northwest Florida Water Management District to create a plan for development of adjacent property as a passive park extension to the existing park by August 2007, and identify appropriate parking. 3. Create an informational kiosk at the site to advertise public access information by August 2007. 4. Continue to brainstorm parking enhancements as adjacent properties become available for sale. Santa Rosa County (through the Marine Advisory Committee) Public Access to the Waterfront subcommittee 43 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 3 Task 2 Oyster Shell Pile Boat Landing 3.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Establish a nowake zone on the west side of Island No. 2 from northern tip to southern tip 1. Identify appropriate method of official nowake zone establishment along river by June 2007. 2. Give a presentation to the Santa Rosa Marine Advisory Committee on proposal by August 2007. Santa Rosa County Waterfronts Partnership, Santa Rosa County Marine Advisory Committee 3. Create an informational kiosk at the site to advertise public access information by August 2007. 44 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 3 Task 3 Oyster Shell Pile Boat Landing 3.3 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Improve the public right-ofway between Ella and Cross streets to provide pedestrian connectivity between the Shell Pile and the Mill Site Park. 1. Open up area between the Mill Site and Shell Landing where walking trail will connect the two areas 2. Continue to develop plans to create a fishing pier or walking trail connecting the Oyster Shell Pile boat landing to Bagdad Mill Site Park Santa Rosa County Public Access to the Waterfront subcommittee 45 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 4 Task 1 Provide restroom facilities at the public access locations throughout the village. 4.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Explore safe and cost effective options for providing restroom facilities at public access locations 1. All public restroom facilities will be focused at the Bagdad Mill Site Park property. Santa Rosa County Public Access to the Waterfront subcommittee 46 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Public Access to the Waterfront Goal 5 Task 1 Continue to improve the Bagdad Ball Park as an active recreation area 5.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Evaluate the need for sidewalks and traffic improvements near the park site. 1. Continue to work with traffic planners to identify sidewalk needs throughout village to connect public areas (Bagdad Elementary School, Mill Site Park, boat landings, Bagdad Museum Complex, etc.) 2. Provide an informational kiosk at the park for informational purposes by August 2007. Santa Rosa County Bagdad Village Preservation Association, Waterfronts Partnership 47 of 53
Economic Revitalization Vision Action Plan Updated November 2006 48 of 53
Part 5: Economic Revitalization Action Plan Tasks Timeframe Lead Date Achieved Create a tradition for the economy of Bagdad focused on small businesses that are compatible with the historic character of the village and capitalize on the recreation and natural resource of the area. 1. Work with TEAM Santa Rosa, the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, and Main Street Milton to identify appropriate commercial activities in keeping with the community s character Jan. 2006 BWP April 2007 2. Identify tax breaks available to historic property owners. June 2007 BWP January 2007 Enhance the historic character of the community with the use of streetscape improvements 1. Identify needed streetscape improvements August 2007 BWP May 2007 Notes BWP = Bagdad Waterfronts Partnership; SRC = Santa Rosa County; DEP = Department of Environmental Protection; BRF = Blackwater River Foundation; BVPA = Bagdad Village Preservation Association 49 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Economic Revitalization Goal 1 Task 1 Create a tradition for the economy of Bagdad focused on small businesses that are compatible with the historic character of the village and capitalize on the recreation and natural resource of the area. 1.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Work with TEAM Santa Rosa, the Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, and Main Street Milton to identify appropriate commercial activities in keeping with the community s character 1. Define an official Bagdad boundaries to gather statistical information valuable for economic revitalization and grants by Feb. 1, 2007. 2. Schedule a meeting with TEAM Santa Rosa to identify possible economic opportunities for Bagdad by Feb. 1, 2007. 3. Schedule a meeting with Main Street Milton and representatives to discuss collaborative economic revitalization efforts by Feb. 1, 2007. ER Subcommittee Main Street Milton, Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, TEAM Santa Rosa, University of West Florida 4. Contact the University of West Florida Haas Center to identify economic statistics unique to the Bagdad area by March 1, 2007 5. Develop an economic revitalization plan for the Bagdad area by Jan. 1, 2008. 6. Develop a combined Bagdad and Downtown Milton revitalization plan by Jan. 1, 2009. VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Economic Revitalization 50 of 53
Goal 1 Task 2 Create a tradition for the economy of Bagdad focused on small businesses that are compatible with the historic character of the village and capitalize on the recreation and natural resource of the area. 1.2 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Identify tax breaks available to historic property owners. 1. Contact the State of Florida, Division of Historical Resources to identify tax breaks unique to historic Florida property owners by Feb. 1, 2007. 2. Contact the Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser to identify opportunities for historic property owner tax breaks in Santa Rosa County, and identify ways to accomplish those opportunities by April 1, 2007. ER Subcommittee Main Street Milton, Dept. of State, Division of Historical Resources, Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser 3. Conduct a voluntary property owner survey identifying total investment in Bagdad properties and the ongoing economic desires of property owners by June 1, 2007. 4. Work with Main Street Milton to identify tax breaks for historic property owners in Milton and Bagdad, and continue to work jointly on this ongoing initiative. 51 of 53
VISION GOAL VISION FOCUS AREA: Economic Revitalization Goal 2 Task 1 Enhance the historic character of the community with the use of streetscape improvements 2.1 Action Lead Role Potential Partners 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Identify needed streetscape improvements 1. Schedule a meeting with Santa Rosa County traffic planner to identify streetscape improvements by Oct. 1, 2006. 2. Schedule a time at a Bagdad Town Hall meeting to ask residents opinions about streetscape improvement ideas to be used in an overall streetscape plan for the whole village by March 1, 2007. 4. Create part one of an overall streetscape improvement plan for main roadways (Forsyth and Church streets) to include lighting, sidewalks, light pole decorations, plants, sign placement, crosswalks, defined parking areas, etc. for presentation by June 1, 2007. Economic Revitalization Subcommittee Santa Rosa County, Main Street Milton, Bagdad Village Preservation Association 5. Create a streetscape improvement plan for the entire village for presentation at a Bagdad Town Hall meeting by Oct. 1, 2008. 6. Conduct an annual photo inventory of several Bagdad areas to log visual improvements of village beginning Jan. 1, 2007. 7. Identify grant options for ongoing streetscape improvements. 52 of 53
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