Sheldon: Community Park Master PlanLake: 14.21 Acres DOT Property: 42.45 Park Property: 67.37 ......
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Sheldon: Community Park Master Plan
Council Presentation
March 21st, 2012
Discovery Phase
City Park & Recreation Comp. Plan
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Inventory & Analysis
Discovery Phase Sheldon: Community Park Master Plan
Environmental Consideration
Inventory & Analysis
• Topography
• Ridge Line
• Pond Edge
• Pond
• Water Table
• Wetland
• Soils
• Vegetation
• Habitat
• Wildlife
• Climate
Discovery Phase Sheldon: Community Park Master Plan
Our Priorities Through Analysis
Inventory & Analysis
Values
Serve the Community of Sheldon
• Develop a park the meets the needs of the
residence of Sheldon
Preserve & Protect the Regional Asset
• Don’ Over Do it
Restoration of the Natural Environment
• Wetlands
• Grasslands / Prairie
• Focus on Water Quality
Education and Interpretation
• Historical
• Environmental
• Outdoor skills building
• Connect with Schools
Opportunity to Recreate in a Natural Setting
• Promote nature based activities
• Provide for a diversity of users
• Provide recreational opportunity 4 seasons
Partnership and Connections
• O’Brien County
• Sioux County
• Iowa DOT
• Iowa DNR
• Iowa Economic Development
• Iowa Parks Foundation
• Keep Iowa Beautiful
• Trees Forever
• Sheldon / Urban and / Regional Trail System
• Advocacy and User Groups
• Sheldon Park and Recreation
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Program Development
Discovery Phase
Day Lodge
• 7,500 to 8,500 SF
• Reception hall 300 people (4,500 SF)
• Education / Interpretation / Art
Shelters / Shade Structure
• TBD
Fishing Access
• Fishing node
• Pier
• Shoreline access
Trail Network
• Recreational (hard surface min 8”)
• Nature trail
• Board walk
Courts / Fields / Playgrounds
• Bocce ball
• Basketball ½ court
• Volleyball
• Open space (8 acres min)
• Traditional playground
• Nature play
Seasonal Activities
• Camping RV/ Tent
• Large flexible open spaces
• Skating
• Snow shoes
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Program Development
Art / Nature Tower
• Iconic facility
Environmental
• Improve grade @ pond
• Dev. Recreational earthworks
• Enhance wetlands
• Restore prairie
• Promote woodland (savanna)
• Habitat
Signage package
• Branding
• Entry Portal
• Directional
• Wayfinding
Concept Overview Preliminary Design
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Concept A Concept B Concept C
Concept Overview Preliminary Design
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1 Residential Development
Residential Development
Concept A Concept B Concept C
Concept A Master Plan
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Day Lodge
Earthworks
Board Walk
Observation Tower
Fishing
RV Camping
Sand Volleyball
Open Space
The Village
Residential
Amphitheater
West Park Access
Restored Savanna
Restored Prairie Nature Trail
Concept A Master Plan
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Lake: 14.21 Acres
DOT Property: 42.45
Park Property: 67.37
Trail Network Hard Surfaced: 1.5 miles
Nature: 1.3 miles
Residential Development Commercial Development
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Day Lodge
• 9,500 Total SF
• 300 Person Capacity (15SF/Person=4,500)
• 2 Offices
• Art Room
• Kitchenette
• Storage
• Discovery Garden
• Bocce Ball Courts
• Storm Water Management System
• LEED Structure
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Day Lodge
• 9,500 Total SF
• 300 Person Capacity (15SF/Person=4,500)
• 2 Offices
• Art Room
• Kitchenette
• Storage
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Concept Alternatives
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Concept A Concept Alternatives
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Day Lodge
• Discovery Garden
VS
Concept A Concept Alternatives
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Day Lodge
• Discovery Garden
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Day Lodge
• Bocce Ball Courts
Concept A Concept Alternatives
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Bocce Ball
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Amphitheater
• 300 Person Capacity
• 20 Person Capacity Stage
•
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Large Open Space
• 9 Acres
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Trail
• Recreational Trail
• Natural Trail
• Boardwalk
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Winter
• Sledding
• Skiing
• Shoeing
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Landscapes
• Prairie
• Wetland
• Woodland
• Managed
Mixed Prairie & Woodlands
Savannah
Emergent Zone Plantings
Dry Prairie
Mixed Prairie
Upland Prairie
Wet Prairie
Master Plan Revised
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Implementation
Sheldon: Community Park Master Plan Timing
The recommended improvements identified in this plan are anticipated to be implemented over time. Some recommendations require more detailed planning and design which would extend implementation of those recommendations. Projects that require less planning and design and can be done with limited funds may be completed earlier.
Priorities Higher priorities are assigned to those recommendations that are more responsive to the goals of the plan. Projects related to preserving and protecting the urban oasis, restoring the natural environment, enhancing education/interpretation, building recreation opportunities and fostering partnerships are considered priorities. Additionally, those projects that improve park access, provide greater accessibility for people with disabilities and generate increased revenues also rank higher on the priority list.
Cost Estimates Cost estimates have been developed for each recommendation within this plan. These estimates are intended for budget planning efforts only and will be updated over time. The following cost estimates are summarized by category. Projected costs for implementing this plan in its entirety approach $2 million. The estimated costs associated with each type of proposed improvement are listed below. These estimates are current year costs and do not reflect future inflation. Projects completed in-house may result in cost savings. Annual operations and maintenance costs associated with existing facilities are not included in these estimates. More detailed cost estimates will be developed when planning and design is completed on individual projects and as funding becomes available.
Funding Strategy Options The proposed improvements within this plan for the Community Park must be integrated into the overall budget/program needs of Sheldon. As master plans are completed for other parks within the City of Sheldon, the proposed improvements will be considered comprehensively across the entire system. Additionally, the needs associated with maintaining the existing facilities within the park system will be considered along with the proposed improvements. Potential funding sources include annual appropriations, grants, partnerships and long-term public financing.
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IMPROVEMENT CATEGORY ESTIMATED COST . Residential Development (23.8 Acres) Range $1,800,000 - $2,200,000
Commercial Development (6.9 Acres) Range Varies RV Camping Community Building Range $250,000 - $350,000
Neighborhood Center Range $200,000 - $300,000
West Entrance Range $100,000 - $250,000
Amphitheater Range $170,000 - $220,000
Trails Range $350,000 - $2,000,000
Great Lawn Range $150,000 - $450,000
Community Building Range $1,500,000 - $2,200,000
Natural Play Area Range $200,00 - $700,000
Earthworks Range $150,000 - $200,000
Landscape Varies Ecological Restoration Varies Site Furnishing Varies Signage Varies Utilities Varies
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Thank You