PARD Long Range Plan

Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission – Aug. 27, 2019

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AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 2028OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURELONG RANGE PLANPRESENTATION TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND CITY COUNCILA REVIEW OF THELONG RANGE PLANPROJECT BACKGROUND & SCHEDULEMAJOR PHASES OF WORKDRAFT PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS OVERVIEWAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 20282OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE LONG RANGE PLANPURPOSE AND GOALSVISION FOR AUSTIN'S PARK SYSTEM IN 2028PARD will reach its centennial in 2028 and the planning process should focus on engaging the community and city staff to define a new vision that is both inspirational and achievable.ASSESS STATE OF CURRENT PARK SYSTEMConduct a thorough assessment of the condition and quality of the current park system to provide a strong data-driven baseline to inform prioritization and track implementation progress over time.GUIDE FUTURE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT As Austin continues to grow and change, the Long Range Plan provide a careful analysis and guidebook for how and where to invest to ensure a stronger park system. PARK SYSTEM RECOMMENDATIONS & PRIORITIZATION Include both citywide strategies and planning area priorities to inform the Capital Improvement Plan and development of Park Master Plans. AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 20283RELATIONSHIP TO OTHERCITYWIDE PLANSIMAGINE AUSTIN VISIONPARD LONG RANGE PLANSTRATEGIC MOBILITY PLANSTRATEGIC HOUSING BLUEPRINTINTEGRATED WATER RESOURCE PLAN+ OTHER CITYWIDE & AREA PLANSAustin is: Livable / Natural and Sustainable Prosperous / Mobile and Interconnected Values and Respects its People Creative / Educated4LONG RANGE PLANSCHEDULEAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 2028BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, & CITY COUNCIL REVIEWWE ARE HERE5SOURCE: AUSTIN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT FY18 ANNUAL REPORT AND STRATEGIC PLAN 2017-2021; *FROM AUSTIN AREA POPULATION HISTORIES AND FORECASTSA LOOK AT THE PARK SYSTEMTODAY 40POOLSFT EMPLOYEESACRES OF PARKLANDPROJECTED POPULATIONIN 2030*100-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF PARD (2028) PARKS300+227TRAIL MILES 26RECREATION/SENIOR GARDENSGOLF COURSES6147PLAYGROUNDS20REC CENTERS11OFF-LEASH DOG AREAS10STAGES/AMPHITHEATERS124TENNIS COURTS15+PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPSMUSEUMS, ARTS & CULTURAL CENTERS100JUST SOME OF THE FACILITIESHISTORIC BUILDINGSCEMETERIES MIXED-USEFIELDSVOLLEYBALLCOURTS245134778700+1.143MPARD19,000+PT & SEASONAL1,000+POPULATIONIN 2018*967KKEY METRICSAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 20286REACHING OUT &ENGAGING THE PUBLICOPEN HOUSES400+ PARTICIPANTSPOP-UP EVENTS 21 EVENTS ATTENDED 297+ VISITORS ENGAGEDSURVEYS, WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA 925 STATISTICALLY VALID SURVEY RESPONSES 4,400+ COMMUNITY SURVEY RESPONSES 9,000+ COMMUNITY SURVEY COMMENTS VISIT AUSTINFUTUREPARKS.ORG/SURVEYTEXT “SURVEY” TO (512) 580-8850ENGAGING KIDS THROUGH ARTPop-Up Locations (Series 1 & 2)Open House Series #3Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex11Zilker Botanical Garden12Open House Series #1George Washington Carver Museum1Northwest Recreation Center2Gustavo “Gus” L. Garcia Recreation Center3Dittmar Recreation Center4Fiesta Gardens Building5Open House Series #2South Austin Senior Activity Center6Anderson Mill Limited District Community Center7Circle C Community Center8IBPS Buddhist Temple/FGS Xiang Yun Temple9Austin Recreation Center10FOCUS GROUPS & INTERVIEWSAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 20287OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURECONDITION ASSESSMENTAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTUROpark Score card pilot programSample Park NamePark ID: ###Park Type: NeighborhoodSize: 4.42 AcresAddress: ### Park St, Austin, Texas #####Planning Area: # Council District: #3.814.003.63Sports Fields CourtsOther Healthy AmenitiesPARK FEATURES3.500.003.004.00RestroomsTrash + Recycling ReceptaclesDrinking FountainSUPPORTIVE FACILITIES4.753.804.003.004.002.003.50Park Context/Surrounding Env. + Park AbuseMaintenance IssuesInappropriate UsesRoads + Traffic Calming MeasuresPark DesignDirectional Signage in Parks with Extensive Trail SystemsNighttime SafetySAFETY + MAINTENANCE CONCERNSAESTHETICS*Aesthetic criteria include appearance, condition, and character of trees and planting, design elements and materials, site furnishings, and park environment, etc.4.004.00Healthy EnvironmentsSocial SpacesHEALTHMAJOR AMENITIES:• Natural Area• Trail• Playground/Play Structure• Arboretum• Pool• Water Feature• Open Lawn• Dog Waste Bags• Fitness StationPark EntrancesSafe + Convenient Access to EntrancesTransportation AccessAccess to All Park AreasPARK ACCESS3.334.003.672.503.583.584.003.384 / 5HOW WE’RE IMPROVING EXISTING PARKSCÓMO ESTAMOS MEJORANDO LOS PARQUES EXISTENTESSCORE CARDS: MEASURING PARK PERFORMANCETARJETAS DE PUNTAJES: MEDICIÓN DE FUNCIONAMIENTO DE PARQUES INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$17.5MIN 2018, AUSTIN RESIDENTS PASSED $215.5 MILLION IN BOND FUNDING TO IMPROVE THE PARK SYSTEM & INCREASE ACCESSPARD WILL CONTINUE TO LEVERAGE AUSTIN’S ROBUST NETWORK OF PARK PARTNERS These “friends of” groups and sponsorships will help direct volunteer hours and dollars to park capital improvements, clean-ups, and fundraising for individual park improvements and programs.park Score card pilot programSample Park NamePark ID: ###Park Type: NeighborhoodSize: 10.55 AcresAddress: ### Park Street, Austin, Texas #####Planning Area: #Council District: #4.000.004.00Sports Fields CourtsOther Healthy AmenitiesPARK FEATURES1.500.002.001.00RestroomsTrash + Recycling ReceptaclesDrinking FountainSUPPORTIVE FACILITIES3.754.405.001.001.501.001.50Park Context/Surrounding Env. + Park AbuseMaintenance IssuesInappropriate UsesRoads + Traffic Calming MeasuresPark DesignDirectional Signage in Parks with Extensive Trail SystemsNighttime SafetySAFETY + MAINTENANCE CONCERNSAESTHETICS*Aesthetic criteria include appearance, condition, and character of trees and planting, design elements and materials, site furnishings, and park environment, etc.2.710.00Healthy EnvironmentsSocial SpacesHEALTHMAJOR AMENITIES:• Trail• Natural Area• Arboretum• Water Feature• Dog Waste BagsPark EntrancesSafe + Convenient Access to EntrancesTransportation AccessAccess to All Park AreasPARK ACCESS1.001.671.001.002.592.752.711.171 / 5TRAILDOG PARKPLAY STRUCTUREGOLF COURSESKATE PARKHISTORIC FEATURECOMMUNITY CENTERplanning area Score cardplanning area #number of parks: 32Total acreage: 120 acresaverage park Size: 3 acrespark types: neighborhood, pocket, districtCouncil Districts: x3.0PARK FEATURES3.2SUPPORTIVE FACILITIESSAFETY + MAINTENANCE CONCERNS3.0AESTHETICS4.0HEALTH3.0PARK ACCESS3.540% of residents are within walking distance of a park15.8% Residents living in Poverty (2017)$58,474 median Household income (2017)average park scores:Sample PARK namesample PARK name• ACCESS ISSUES• OUTDATED FACILITIES• SAFETY CONCERNS• GREAT NATURAL SPACESsample PARK nameKEY TAKEAWAYS2 / 5The draft park score cards (below) are a tool we’re piloting to assess the city’s parks and determine areas where parks are performing well and areas where we need improvement. Criteria for the score cards include topics of park access, key features, supportive facilities, safety & maintenance concerns, aesthetics, and health.Score, out of 5, based on average of topic scores (highlighted in blue)HIGH SCORING PARKLOW SCORING PARKWHAT ARE THE PARK SCORE CARDS?These draft score cards will be both a snapshot and a living database PARD can utilize to make data-driven, priority-based decisions for investment. The score cards will be employed to increase accountability, transparency, and equity in park level of service across the city.HOW WILL THE SCORE CARDS BE USED?PARK PLANNING AREA SCORE CARDMajor amenities featured in the parkScored highly in: connections to transportation networks, opportunities for socialization and nature observation, and variety of landscapePoor access to visitor amenities (trash, drinking fountains, restrooms)Park metrics: location, type, size, council district, planning areaScored poorly in: attractively designed and coordinated park features, well-cared for vegetation and trees, and diversity of uses / activitiesPhotos of park amenitiesScore based on average of topic scores (highlighted in blue)Example scores of parks within the planning area (high, mid, & low scoring)Planning area location key mapKey stats / metrics about the planning areaAverage park scores (taken from individual park assessments)PARK ACQUISITION$45MCULTURAL CENTER IMPROVEMENTS$41.5MPARK IMPROVEMENTS$25MDOUGHERTY ART CENTER REPLACEMENT$25MAQUATICS RENO & REPLACEMENTBUILDING - SAFETY & ADA IMPROVEMENTS$40M$21.5MBOND FUNDING ALLOCATIONPARK VOLUNTEERS!20,000VOLUNTEER HOURS!54,523AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTUROpark Score card pilot programSample Park NamePark ID: ###Park Type: NeighborhoodSize: 4.42 AcresAddress: ### Park St, Austin, Texas #####Planning Area: # Council District: #3.814.003.63Sports Fields CourtsOther Healthy AmenitiesPARK FEATURES3.500.003.004.00RestroomsTrash + Recycling ReceptaclesDrinking FountainSUPPORTIVE FACILITIES4.753.804.003.004.002.003.50Park Context/Surrounding Env. + Park AbuseMaintenance IssuesInappropriate UsesRoads + Traffic Calming MeasuresPark DesignDirectional Signage in Parks with Extensive Trail SystemsNighttime SafetySAFETY + MAINTENANCE CONCERNSAESTHETICS*Aesthetic criteria include appearance, condition, and character of trees and planting, design elements and materials, site furnishings, and park environment, etc.4.004.00Healthy EnvironmentsSocial SpacesHEALTHMAJOR AMENITIES:• Natural Area• Trail• Playground/Play Structure• Arboretum• Pool• Water Feature• Open Lawn• Dog Waste Bags• Fitness StationPark EntrancesSafe + Convenient Access to EntrancesTransportation AccessAccess to All Park AreasPARK ACCESS3.334.003.672.503.583.584.003.384 / 5HOW WE’RE IMPROVING EXISTING PARKSCÓMO ESTAMOS MEJORANDO LOS PARQUES EXISTENTESSCORE CARDS: MEASURING PARK PERFORMANCETARJETAS DE PUNTAJES: MEDICIÓN DE FUNCIONAMIENTO DE PARQUES INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS$17.5MIN 2018, AUSTIN RESIDENTS PASSED $215.5 MILLION IN BOND FUNDING TO IMPROVE THE PARK SYSTEM & INCREASE ACCESSPARD WILL CONTINUE TO LEVERAGE AUSTIN’S ROBUST NETWORK OF PARK PARTNERS These “friends of” groups and sponsorships will help direct volunteer hours and dollars to park capital improvements, clean-ups, and fundraising for individual park improvements and programs.park Score card pilot programSample Park NamePark ID: ###Park Type: NeighborhoodSize: 10.55 AcresAddress: ### Park Street, Austin, Texas #####Planning Area: #Council District: #4.000.004.00Sports Fields CourtsOther Healthy AmenitiesPARK FEATURES1.500.002.001.00RestroomsTrash + Recycling ReceptaclesDrinking FountainSUPPORTIVE FACILITIES3.754.405.001.001.501.001.50Park Context/Surrounding Env. + Park AbuseMaintenance IssuesInappropriate UsesRoads + Traffic Calming MeasuresPark DesignDirectional Signage in Parks with Extensive Trail SystemsNighttime SafetySAFETY + MAINTENANCE CONCERNSAESTHETICS*Aesthetic criteria include appearance, condition, and character of trees and planting, design elements and materials, site furnishings, and park environment, etc.2.710.00Healthy EnvironmentsSocial SpacesHEALTHMAJOR AMENITIES:• Trail• Natural Area• Arboretum• Water Feature• Dog Waste BagsPark EntrancesSafe + Convenient Access to EntrancesTransportation AccessAccess to All Park AreasPARK ACCESS1.001.671.001.002.592.752.711.171 / 5TRAILDOG PARKPLAY STRUCTUREGOLF COURSESKATE PARKHISTORIC FEATURECOMMUNITY CENTERplanning area Score cardplanning area #number of parks: 32Total acreage: 120 acresaverage park Size: 3 acrespark types: neighborhood, pocket, districtCouncil Districts: x3.0PARK FEATURES3.2SUPPORTIVE FACILITIESSAFETY + MAINTENANCE CONCERNS3.0AESTHETICS4.0HEALTH3.0PARK ACCESS3.540% of residents are within walking distance of a park15.8% Residents living in Poverty (2017)$58,474 median Household income (2017)average park scores:Sample PARK namesample PARK name• ACCESS ISSUES• OUTDATED FACILITIES• SAFETY CONCERNS• GREAT NATURAL SPACESsample PARK nameKEY TAKEAWAYS2 / 5The draft park score cards (below) are a tool we’re piloting to assess the city’s parks and determine areas where parks are performing well and areas where we need improvement. Criteria for the score cards include topics of park access, key features, supportive facilities, safety & maintenance concerns, aesthetics, and health.Score, out of 5, based on average of topic scores (highlighted in blue)HIGH SCORING PARKLOW SCORING PARKWHAT ARE THE PARK SCORE CARDS?These draft score cards will be both a snapshot and a living database PARD can utilize to make data-driven, priority-based decisions for investment. The score cards will be employed to increase accountability, transparency, and equity in park level of service across the city.HOW WILL THE SCORE CARDS BE USED?PARK PLANNING AREA SCORE CARDMajor amenities featured in the parkScored highly in: connections to transportation networks, opportunities for socialization and nature observation, and variety of landscapePoor access to visitor amenities (trash, drinking fountains, restrooms)Park metrics: location, type, size, council district, planning areaScored poorly in: attractively designed and coordinated park features, well-cared for vegetation and trees, and diversity of uses / activitiesPhotos of park amenitiesScore based on average of topic scores (highlighted in blue)Example scores of parks within the planning area (high, mid, & low scoring)Planning area location key mapKey stats / metrics about the planning areaAverage park scores (taken from individual park assessments)PARK ACQUISITION$45MCULTURAL CENTER IMPROVEMENTS$41.5MPARK IMPROVEMENTS$25MDOUGHERTY ART CENTER REPLACEMENT$25MAQUATICS RENO & REPLACEMENTBUILDING - SAFETY & ADA IMPROVEMENTS$40M$21.5MBOND FUNDING ALLOCATIONPARK VOLUNTEERS!20,000VOLUNTEER HOURS!54,523The park score cards are a pilot tool to assess the city’s parks and determine areas where parks are performing well and areas where we need improvement. Criteria includes park access, key features, supportive facilities, safety & maintenance concerns, aesthetics, and health.WHAT ARE THE PARK SCORE CARDS?These draft score cards will be both a snapshot and a living database PARD can utilize to make data-driven, priority-based decisions for investment. The score cards will be employed to increase accountability, transparency, and equity in park level of service across the city. The draft score cards will first focus on neighborhood/pocket parks and will be employed along with a pilot community assessment tool to increase accountability, transparency, and equity in park level of service across the city.HOW WILL THE SCORE CARDS BE USED?AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 2028Lady Bird LakeColorado RiverE MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVDCOLORADO STS CONGRESS AVEREDRIVERSTW 35TH STWMARTINLUTHERKINGJRBLVDW RIVERSIDE DRSPRINGDALE RDW GUADALUPE STNLAMARBLVDW38THSTERIVERSIDEDREDEANKEETONSTW 12TH STALLANDALE RDBURNETRDGUADALUPE STBARTONSPRINGSRDE 15TH STSMOPACEXPYNBW 35TH ST CTOFE 8TH STCAMERON RDAIRPORTBLVDE12THSTW5THSTS LAMAR BLVD NBE CESAR CHAVEZ STE 5TH STE 6TH STW 15TH STLAVACA STEKOENIGLNBRAZOS STW 7TH STSAN JACINTO BLVDCONGRESS AVENORTHLANDDRBERKMAN DRW 8TH STW 6TH STS IH 35 NBSLAMARBLVDE 7TH STE ANDERSON LN EBEUS290HWYWBN IH 35 UPPER DECK NBN IH 35 UPPER DECK SBN IH 35 SBN IH 35 NBWCESARCHAVEZSTNMOPACEXPYNBWKOENIGLNMANORRDNMOPACEXPYSBE US 290 HWY EB97304352309319286159381133100155418228189255300175267109108353157250365205415240366266299236390Austin Parks Long Range PlanPARD Planning Area # %00.30.60.15MilesCounty BoundaryPark Planning AreasCity of AustinLimited Purpose Planning2 Mile ETJ; 5 Mile ETJRailroadRedLinePARD Cultural CenterHigh SchoolElementary/Middle SchoolPARD Park Deficient LayerPark DeficientCreek Buffer AreaPARD Park by TypeMetropolitanDistrictNeighborhoodPocketNature PreserveGreenbeltSchoolCemeteryGolf CourseOther Special PurposePlanting Strips/TrianglesPARD Maintained ParkNon-PARD Open SpaceWaterwaysUrban TrailsExistingProposed1Recreation Centers in this Planning Area7 - Hancock Recreation Center9 - Austin Recreation CenterPARD PLANNING AREAScored highly in transportation connections, social opportunities, and variety of landscape.8Major amenities featured in the parkScore, out of 5, based on average of topic scoresExample scores of parks within the planning areaPlanning area location key mapScore to be based on averageKey stats / metrics about the planning areaAverage park scores by park planning areaOUR PARKS, OUR FUTURENEEDS ASSESSMENTPROPOSED URBAN TRAIL NETWORKEXISTING URBAN TRAIL NETWORK cAUSTIN'S PROPOSED URBAN TRAIL NETWORK BASED ON STRATEGIC MOBILITY PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS cMAPPING OF EXISTING DENSITY, DISPLACEMENT RISK, FUTURE GROWTH cMAPPING OF PARK ACCESS BY FOOTAREAS WHERE PARKS ARE NOT ACCESSIBLEAREAS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF PARKS1/4 MILE1/2 MILEOUTSIDEURBAN COREAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 20289PUBLIC FEEDBACK LOOPContinual feedback through ongoing meetings and activities with staff, stakeholders and the public combined with these analytical tools lead to prioritization and refinement of goals and strategies. IDENTIFYINGPRIORITIZATIONPRIORITIZATION METHODOLOGYDeveloped for prioritization of PARD LRP investments.COMPARE AREAS OF HIGH PARK NEED WITH PARK AMENITIES BY GEOGRAPHIC AREAThe LRP process includes detailed study of areas that are park deficient, as well as areas that have a high or low level of parks / programs compared to the city's average.ANALYSIS OF ACCESS TO AMENITIES AND PRIORITY NEEDS BY COMBINED PLANNING AREAAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTUROWHERE FACILITIES ARE LOCATEDDISTRIBUCIÓN POR TIPO DE FACILIDAD AUSTIN’S PARK SYSTEM OFFERINGS ARE DIVERSE AND THE LOCATION OF FACILITIES VARIES ACROSS GEOGRAPHIES.This map series shows where there are concentrations of or a lack of different park facility types, grouped by: Nature, Passive Recreation, Active Recreation, Arts & Culture. The city’s park planning areas are grouped into North, Central, Northeast, Southeast, Southwest, and West - and compared to a citywide average.NATUREARTS & CULTUREACTIVE RECREATIONPASSIVE RECREATION0.30.20.1Off-Leash Dog AreasCENTRALNORTHNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTSOUTHWESTWESTCITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.12 per 10,000 residents8.06.04.02.0Picnic Areas & PavilionsCENTRALNORTHNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTSOUTHWESTWESTCITYWIDE AVERAGE 1.97 per 10,000 residents1.20.80.4Scenic OverlooksCENTRALNORTHNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTSOUTHWESTWESTCITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.46 per 10,000 residentsCommunity GardensCENTRALNORTHNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTSOUTHWESTWEST0.60.40.2CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.05 per 10,000 residentsNatural AreasCENTRALNORTHNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTSOUTHWESTWEST0.60.80.40.2CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.15 per 10,000 residentsNature TrailsCENTRALNORTHNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTSOUTHWESTWEST0.30.40.20.1CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.15 miles per 10,000 residents6.08.02.04.0CITYWIDE AVERAGE 3.59 per 10,000 residentsAthletic Facility - MultipurposeSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTH0.60.80.20.4CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.22 per 10,000 residentsRecreation CenterSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTH1.61.20.80.4CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.84 per 10,000 residents* Excluding Disc GolfAthletic Facility - Single purpose *SOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTH0.40.81.21.6POOLS & WATER FEATURESCITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.70 per 10,000 residentsSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTHSkate parksCITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.03 per 10,000 residentsSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTH0.020.040.060.08Disc Golf CoursesCITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.09 per 10,000 residentsSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTH0.20.150.10.050.30.40.10.2CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.15 per 10,000 residentsSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTH0.5CULTURAL / ARTS / COMMUNITY CENTER2.01.51.0CITYWIDE AVERAGE 1.07 per 10,000 residentsSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTHArt Installation1.52.00.51.0CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.52 per 10,000 residentsSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTHHISTORIC SITE0.40.60.2CITYWIDE AVERAGE 0.11 per 10,000 residentsSOUTHWESTWESTNORTHEASTSOUTHEASTCENTRALNORTHPERFORMANCE VENUE0.52.5AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTUROCENTRAL SUB-AREASUB- ÁREA CENTRAL AT A GLANCEUN VISTAZO TOP ISSUESCUESTIONES PRINCIPALES 40% of residents are within walking distance of a park *15.8% Residents living in Poverty (2017)$58,474 Median Household income (2017)222,537 jobs203,740 residents7.8 people per acre+50% pop. Growth by 2040*+77% Job GROWTH BY 2040**19% Hispanic Over 65Under 18Age9%14%77%WhiteBlackAsianOtherRace83%3%7%7%Note: ‘Other’ includes American Indian, Hawaiian and pacific islander, One other race, & Two or more races* Population Growth Calculated for 2016 to 2040 ** Job Growth Calculated for 2010 to 2040* Living “Within walking distance” of a park is defined differently for different parts of the city: for the Urban core it is within a 1/4 mile, for outside the Urban Core it is within 1/2 mile of a park.The existing parks of the central planning areas are rich in facilities - outperforming many of the other sub-areas, but access to those parks and their facilities is comparatively low with only 40% currently living walking distance to a park. Given the dense existing development pattern in central Austin, desirable location, and high land costs, potential new parkland may be hard to come by and expensive to acquire. EXPANDING PARK ACCESS WHEN LAND IS COSTLYDISAGREE LOW PRIORITYAGREE HIGH PRIORITYAs residential units continue to expand downtown and the central planning areas begin to approach their projected +50% population growth by 2040, it will be important to continue to expand convenient and safe access to parks to keep up with population needs. Pocket parks may be a key way of meeting growing demand.INTEGRATING PARKS INTO NEW DEVELOPMENTDISAGREE LOW PRIORITYAGREE HIGH PRIORITYAustin has a rich variety of park spaces and greenbelts that celebrate and highlight the beauty and restorative power of natural spaces. However, some of the smaller centrally-located urban parks are underperforming. Public-private partnerships may be an important tool to cultivate urban parks that are diverse, engaging and welcoming to all residents with more frequent and active programming. CULTIVATING ACTIVE URBAN PARK SPACESDISAGREE LOW PRIORITYAGREE HIGH PRIORITYMany parts of the central park planning area are dominated by non-residential office, institutional and commercial uses that have unique park needs, including a surge in the daytime population.PARKS IN NON-RESIDENTIAL AREASDISAGREE LOW PRIORITYAGREE HIGH PRIORITYTELL US WHAT YOU THINK! WHAT TOP ISSUES DID WE MISS?PRIORITY NEEDSNECESIDADES PRIORITARIAS PROGRAM PRIORITIESFARMER’S MARKETCONCERTS IN THE PARKNATURE PROGRAMSMOVIES IN THE PARKFITNESS CLASSESPUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONSFOOD TRUCK EVENTSADULT (50+) PROGRAMSSMALL 1-DAY SPECIAL EVENTS5K WALKS/RUNSART PROGRAMS IN PARKSART CENTER PROGRAMSADULT (18-49) ATHLETIC PROGRAMSLARGE 1-DAY SPECIAL EVENTSWATER FITNESS PROGRAMSTHEATER/PERFORMING ARTSSWIM PROGRAMSHIGHMEDIUMFACILITY & AMENITY PRIORITIESHIGHMEDIUMMULTI-PURPOSE & NATURE TRAILSNATURAL SPACES/PRESERVESOUTDOOR POOLSOFF-LEASH DOG AREASCOMMUNITY GARDENSOUTDOOR FITNESS EQUIPMENTWATER SPORT/BOATING RENTALSAMPHITHEATER/OUTDOOR STAGESPLASH PADSFISHING AREAS/DOCKSPAVILIONS/BBQ AREASTENNIS COURTSINDOOR GYMSBOCCE BALL / PETANQUE COURTS/CORNHOLE/HORSESHOEFeedback from surveys of central area residents closely match feedback from Austin residents as whole. Residents would like to see more trails, natural areas, outdoor pools, as well as farmers markets, events (concerts, nature programs, movies in the park) and exercise programs in parks.PRIORITIZATION PROCESSBased on the statistically valid survey of residents of this Sub-Area, the priorities above have emerged in this ranked order (compared against the citywide prioritization of the same elements, depicted in the black dashed outline).18-65 yrAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 2028 cSURVEY PRIORITIES FOR THE CENTRAL PLANNING AREA10AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTURODATA SOURCE: 2016 EXISTING LAND USE, CITY OF AUSTIN. EXISTING HIGH DENSITY AREASÁREAS EXISTENTES DE ALTA DENSIDAD CREATIVE STRATEGIES ARE NEEDED TO ADDRESS PARK NEEDS IN EXISTING HIGH-DENSITY AREAS »Existing high density areas are highlighted in blue. »Creative strategies like new entrances, bike/pedestrian connections, expanded greenbelts can improve access to (and thereby expand the impact of) existing parks in areas where land costs are relatively high and new parkland acquisition is difficult.GROWTH TRENDS IMPACTING PARK PLANNINGTENDENCIAS DE CRECIMIENTO QUE IMPACTA PLANEAMIENTO DE PARQUES IDENTIFYING AREAS THAT LACK PARKLANDÁREAS SIN PARQUES »PARD measures areas of the city that are not within walking distance (1/4 or 1/2 mile) of a park. »The distance is based on the transportation network (sidewalks, trails, roadways). »This mapping identifies areas where the need for parkland is high and parkland should be added or access improved. »Areas in need of parkland are highlighted in orange in the map above, the creek buffer is shown in dark blue. DATA SOURCES: IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS, CITY OF AUSTIN OFFICIAL 2040 GROWTH PROJECTION. PROACTIVE PARK PLANNING IN HIGH GROWTH AREASPLANEAMIENTO PROACTIVO EN ÁREAS DE GRAN CRECIMIENTO IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS & 2040 POPULATION GROWTH PROJECTION HELP US ANTICIPATE FUTURE PARK NEED »The Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan defines growth centers that will help to create a more compact and connected city. »Areas of the city where high growth is anticipated and where the need for parkland is high will benefit from proactive park planning to meet future need.DATA SOURCE: 2018 UT AUSTIN STUDY “UPROOTED: RESI-DENTIAL DISPLACEMENT IN AUSTIN’S GENTRIFYING NEIGH-BORHOODS, AND WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT” - STAGES OF GENTRIFICATION MAPPING.AREAS AT RISK OF GENTRIFICATIONPROVISIÓN DE PARQUES SIN DESPLAZAR 2018 “UPROOTED” STUDY IDENTIFIED LOCATIONS AT RISK »The City sponsored a UT study of gentrification to better understand trends and where communities are at risk for displacement. »Park improvements should be part of larger citywide initiatives to ensure people can choose to stay in their homes and neighborhoods.CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED PARD TO INCREASE PARK ACCESS »This means ensuring that residents within the urban core are within 1/4 mile (5-minute walk) and those outside of the urban core are within 1/2 mile (10-minute walk) of a park.1/4 MILE1/2 MILEOUTSIDEURBAN CORECITY REQUIRES DEVELOPERS TO PAY A FEE OR PROVIDE PARKLAND TO HELP THE CITY MEET ITS PARK ACCESS GOALS »The Parkland Dedication Ordinance is helping the city provide new parkland in areas where private development is occuring now and in the future, especially in high-growth areas.AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTURODATA SOURCE: 2016 EXISTING LAND USE, CITY OF AUSTIN. EXISTING HIGH DENSITY AREASÁREAS EXISTENTES DE ALTA DENSIDAD CREATIVE STRATEGIES ARE NEEDED TO ADDRESS PARK NEEDS IN EXISTING HIGH-DENSITY AREAS »Existing high density areas are highlighted in blue. »Creative strategies like new entrances, bike/pedestrian connections, expanded greenbelts can improve access to (and thereby expand the impact of) existing parks in areas where land costs are relatively high and new parkland acquisition is difficult.GROWTH TRENDS IMPACTING PARK PLANNINGTENDENCIAS DE CRECIMIENTO QUE IMPACTA PLANEAMIENTO DE PARQUES IDENTIFYING AREAS THAT LACK PARKLANDÁREAS SIN PARQUES »PARD measures areas of the city that are not within walking distance (1/4 or 1/2 mile) of a park. »The distance is based on the transportation network (sidewalks, trails, roadways). »This mapping identifies areas where the need for parkland is high and parkland should be added or access improved. »Areas in need of parkland are highlighted in orange in the map above, the creek buffer is shown in dark blue. DATA SOURCES: IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS, CITY OF AUSTIN OFFICIAL 2040 GROWTH PROJECTION. PROACTIVE PARK PLANNING IN HIGH GROWTH AREASPLANEAMIENTO PROACTIVO EN ÁREAS DE GRAN CRECIMIENTO IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS & 2040 POPULATION GROWTH PROJECTION HELP US ANTICIPATE FUTURE PARK NEED »The Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan defines growth centers that will help to create a more compact and connected city. »Areas of the city where high growth is anticipated and where the need for parkland is high will benefit from proactive park planning to meet future need.DATA SOURCE: 2018 UT AUSTIN STUDY “UPROOTED: RESI-DENTIAL DISPLACEMENT IN AUSTIN’S GENTRIFYING NEIGH-BORHOODS, AND WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT” - STAGES OF GENTRIFICATION MAPPING.AREAS AT RISK OF GENTRIFICATIONPROVISIÓN DE PARQUES SIN DESPLAZAR 2018 “UPROOTED” STUDY IDENTIFIED LOCATIONS AT RISK »The City sponsored a UT study of gentrification to better understand trends and where communities are at risk for displacement. »Park improvements should be part of larger citywide initiatives to ensure people can choose to stay in their homes and neighborhoods.CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED PARD TO INCREASE PARK ACCESS »This means ensuring that residents within the urban core are within 1/4 mile (5-minute walk) and those outside of the urban core are within 1/2 mile (10-minute walk) of a park.1/4 MILE1/2 MILEOUTSIDEURBAN CORECITY REQUIRES DEVELOPERS TO PAY A FEE OR PROVIDE PARKLAND TO HELP THE CITY MEET ITS PARK ACCESS GOALS »The Parkland Dedication Ordinance is helping the city provide new parkland in areas where private development is occuring now and in the future, especially in high-growth areas.OUR PARKS, OUR FUTUREGROWTH & PARK NEED ANALYSISAUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTURODATA SOURCE: 2016 EXISTING LAND USE, CITY OF AUSTIN. EXISTING HIGH DENSITY AREASÁREAS EXISTENTES DE ALTA DENSIDAD CREATIVE STRATEGIES ARE NEEDED TO ADDRESS PARK NEEDS IN EXISTING HIGH-DENSITY AREAS »Existing high density areas are highlighted in blue. »Creative strategies like new entrances, bike/pedestrian connections, expanded greenbelts can improve access to (and thereby expand the impact of) existing parks in areas where land costs are relatively high and new parkland acquisition is difficult.GROWTH TRENDS IMPACTING PARK PLANNINGTENDENCIAS DE CRECIMIENTO QUE IMPACTA PLANEAMIENTO DE PARQUES IDENTIFYING AREAS THAT LACK PARKLANDÁREAS SIN PARQUES »PARD measures areas of the city that are not within walking distance (1/4 or 1/2 mile) of a park. »The distance is based on the transportation network (sidewalks, trails, roadways). »This mapping identifies areas where the need for parkland is high and parkland should be added or access improved. »Areas in need of parkland are highlighted in orange in the map above, the creek buffer is shown in dark blue. DATA SOURCES: IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS, CITY OF AUSTIN OFFICIAL 2040 GROWTH PROJECTION. PROACTIVE PARK PLANNING IN HIGH GROWTH AREASPLANEAMIENTO PROACTIVO EN ÁREAS DE GRAN CRECIMIENTO IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS & 2040 POPULATION GROWTH PROJECTION HELP US ANTICIPATE FUTURE PARK NEED »The Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan defines growth centers that will help to create a more compact and connected city. »Areas of the city where high growth is anticipated and where the need for parkland is high will benefit from proactive park planning to meet future need.DATA SOURCE: 2018 UT AUSTIN STUDY “UPROOTED: RESI-DENTIAL DISPLACEMENT IN AUSTIN’S GENTRIFYING NEIGH-BORHOODS, AND WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT” - STAGES OF GENTRIFICATION MAPPING.AREAS AT RISK OF GENTRIFICATIONPROVISIÓN DE PARQUES SIN DESPLAZAR 2018 “UPROOTED” STUDY IDENTIFIED LOCATIONS AT RISK »The City sponsored a UT study of gentrification to better understand trends and where communities are at risk for displacement. »Park improvements should be part of larger citywide initiatives to ensure people can choose to stay in their homes and neighborhoods.CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED PARD TO INCREASE PARK ACCESS »This means ensuring that residents within the urban core are within 1/4 mile (5-minute walk) and those outside of the urban core are within 1/2 mile (10-minute walk) of a park.1/4 MILE1/2 MILEOUTSIDEURBAN CORECITY REQUIRES DEVELOPERS TO PAY A FEE OR PROVIDE PARKLAND TO HELP THE CITY MEET ITS PARK ACCESS GOALS »The Parkland Dedication Ordinance is helping the city provide new parkland in areas where private development is occuring now and in the future, especially in high-growth areas.AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENTaustintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With:Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteLONG RANGE PLAN OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURE NUESTROS PARQUES, NUESTRO FUTURODATA SOURCE: 2016 EXISTING LAND USE, CITY OF AUSTIN. EXISTING HIGH DENSITY AREASÁREAS EXISTENTES DE ALTA DENSIDAD CREATIVE STRATEGIES ARE NEEDED TO ADDRESS PARK NEEDS IN EXISTING HIGH-DENSITY AREAS »Existing high density areas are highlighted in blue. »Creative strategies like new entrances, bike/pedestrian connections, expanded greenbelts can improve access to (and thereby expand the impact of) existing parks in areas where land costs are relatively high and new parkland acquisition is difficult.GROWTH TRENDS IMPACTING PARK PLANNINGTENDENCIAS DE CRECIMIENTO QUE IMPACTA PLANEAMIENTO DE PARQUES IDENTIFYING AREAS THAT LACK PARKLANDÁREAS SIN PARQUES »PARD measures areas of the city that are not within walking distance (1/4 or 1/2 mile) of a park. »The distance is based on the transportation network (sidewalks, trails, roadways). »This mapping identifies areas where the need for parkland is high and parkland should be added or access improved. »Areas in need of parkland are highlighted in orange in the map above, the creek buffer is shown in dark blue. DATA SOURCES: IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS, CITY OF AUSTIN OFFICIAL 2040 GROWTH PROJECTION. PROACTIVE PARK PLANNING IN HIGH GROWTH AREASPLANEAMIENTO PROACTIVO EN ÁREAS DE GRAN CRECIMIENTO IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CENTERS & 2040 POPULATION GROWTH PROJECTION HELP US ANTICIPATE FUTURE PARK NEED »The Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan defines growth centers that will help to create a more compact and connected city. »Areas of the city where high growth is anticipated and where the need for parkland is high will benefit from proactive park planning to meet future need.DATA SOURCE: 2018 UT AUSTIN STUDY “UPROOTED: RESI-DENTIAL DISPLACEMENT IN AUSTIN’S GENTRIFYING NEIGH-BORHOODS, AND WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT” - STAGES OF GENTRIFICATION MAPPING.AREAS AT RISK OF GENTRIFICATIONPROVISIÓN DE PARQUES SIN DESPLAZAR 2018 “UPROOTED” STUDY IDENTIFIED LOCATIONS AT RISK »The City sponsored a UT study of gentrification to better understand trends and where communities are at risk for displacement. »Park improvements should be part of larger citywide initiatives to ensure people can choose to stay in their homes and neighborhoods.CITY COUNCIL DIRECTED PARD TO INCREASE PARK ACCESS »This means ensuring that residents within the urban core are within 1/4 mile (5-minute walk) and those outside of the urban core are within 1/2 mile (10-minute walk) of a park.1/4 MILE1/2 MILEOUTSIDEURBAN CORECITY REQUIRES DEVELOPERS TO PAY A FEE OR PROVIDE PARKLAND TO HELP THE CITY MEET ITS PARK ACCESS GOALS »The Parkland Dedication Ordinance is helping the city provide new parkland in areas where private development is occuring now and in the future, especially in high-growth areas.EXISTING HIGH-DENSITY AREAS AREAS AT RISK OF DISPLACEMENTIDENTIFYING AREAS THAT LACK PARKLAND PROACTIVE PARK PLANNING IN HIGH GROWTH AREAS AUSTIN PARKS & RECREATIONLONG RANGE PLANOUR PARKSOUR FUTURE2018 - 202811OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURECOMMUNITY THEMESTen themes emerged from the numerous community engagement events and surveys completed as part of this planning process. Those themes along with the priority needs and citywide analysis form the basis of the system-wide recommendations to follow. Natural ExperiencesPeople express a desire for parks that feel more natural. This includes undeveloped, wild natural spaces, rustic finishes instead of paved areas and more native plants.Unstructured SpacesIn general, people care less about spaces for specific programming, opting for more multi-use spaces and preserving green, natural and open spaces. Green Infrastructure Proactively use green infrastructure in parks to build a more resilient city. This includes stormwater management, flood protection, heat island effect mitigation, drought tolerance, and native planting/habitat areas.Linear Parks & TrailsPeople are more interested in parks that allow them to move (walk/run/bike) as opposed to staying in one place. There is an interest in nature and multipurpose trails within PARD parks as well as connectivity between parks along urban trails.Proximity & AccessPeople are concerned about both the lack of parks near them and/or their ability to get to parks. This includes walkability issues, lack of adequate parking and the lack of public transit access.Urban SpacesPeople express a concern that existing parkland in high-density urban areas exists already at critical locations, but are underutilized The desire is for a renewed commitment to well-maintained green spaces and enhanced programming in urban parks in high-density areas.Parks & Arts/CulturePeople express a desire for increased arts/culture programming in parks. This includes increased community-focused programming and more cultural centers that could host these kinds of programs.Educational OpportunitiesPeople are interested in more hands-on educational opportunities. This includes youth education, art-based education and summer camps.InclusivityPeople express a desire for parks and programming to be more inclusive. This includes more publicity about activities, providing free parking, reducing fees that prevent low-income residents from participating, and increasing multi-generational programs and spaces.Cleanliness & Safety People are concerned that parks are not being adequately taken care of. This includes issues around lighting, shade, maintenance, recycling, bathrooms, off-leash dog areas and dog waste disposal. People also expressed concern about the issue of homelessness on many dimensions – safety, park cleanliness, humanitarian - and saw an opportunity to work with homeless population to improve park cleanliness & safety.12OUR PARKS, OUR FUTURECITYWIDE STRATEGIESA. ENSURE PARKS ACT AS A RELIEF FROM URBAN LIFE B. EXPAND AND IMPROVE PARK ACCESS FOR ALL C. ACTIVATE AND ENHANCE URBAN PUBLIC SPACESD. ALIGN PROGRAMS WITH COMMUNITY INTERESTE. OPTIMIZE AND IMPROVE EFFICIENCY OF OPERATIONS 13austintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With: Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteEnsure Parkland offers relief from urban lifeAsegurar que los parques sean alivio en el ambiente urbano AThe impact of Austin’s rapid growth is becoming apparent as Austinites increasingly confront the loss of natural areas and increased development. PARD has to guard the park system’s role as a relief from and counterpoint to Austin’s increasingly urban context. Likewise, the parks must become more flexible and multi-purpose to support a higher intensity and wider variety of park users.Community Engagement ThemesNATURAL EXPERIENCESUNSTRUCTURED SPACESGREEN INFRASTRUCTURELINEAR PARKS & TRAILSPROXIMITY & ACCESSURBAN SPACESPARKS & ARTS/CULTUREEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESINCLUSIVITYCLEANLINESS & SAFETYAdd between 4,000 and 8,000 acres of new parkland over the next 10 years, maintaining the current park acres standard of 20 acres/1,000 residents while striving to achieve 24 acres/1,000 residents.Protect and increase natural areas that support immersive nature experiences and provide space for environmental stormwater benefits.Make it easier for Austinites to spend time interacting with water (e.g. recreational facilities like outdoor pools and access to natural water bodies like lakes and creeks).Increase the number of PARD community gardens.Invest in multi-purpose, unstructured spaces capable of supporting flexible uses. Park elements like small plazas or pavilions with electrical/water hookups, moveable furniture, and multi-purpose athletic fields allow for informal use of space while maintaining a natural, open feel.Provide dedicated off-leash dog areas in appropriate locations to ensure both dog-owners and non-dog-owners can enjoy parks.Protect and manage natural areas to intentionally balance recreational use with environmental protection.1.2.3.4.5.6.7.14austintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With: Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC Institute4.2.1.5.6.7.8.9.10.expand & Improve park access for allExpandir y mejorar acceso a los parques para todos BProviding equitable access for all residents is a priority for PARD, and accessibility has been identified as an issue during the LRP Process. PARD can increase accessibility for all by improving trails, signange, communications, and wayfinding, among other things. Any future investment in parks, trails, and associated facilities should be ADA compliant.Community Engagement ThemesNATURAL EXPERIENCESUNSTRUCTURED SPACESGREEN INFRASTRUCTURELINEAR PARKS & TRAILSPROXIMITY & ACCESSURBAN SPACESPARKS & ARTS/CULTUREEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESINCLUSIVITYCLEANLINESS & SAFETYPrior to any significant master plan or development, work with partner organizations and current and long-time residents to ensure community involvement in the process.Invest in the acquisition of new parkland that can make parks a part of everyday life in existing and future underserved areas.Support the efforts of the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan, city departments, and partners in advancing the mobility network beyond the PARD park system.Increase multi-use and nature trails within the existing PARD park system and continue to acquire land for linear parks and greenbelts that can accommodate larger trail systems.Achieve a more even geographic distribution of facilities that have a strong citywide interest.Aspire to provide universal access (e.g. all ages, all abilities). Park spaces should be accessible, to the greatest extent feasible, by everyone regardless of age, ability, or language. Strive to create equal access for all Austinites by reducing barriers to use. Improve signage and wayfinding markers at entrances and along trails to help park users navigate with confidence.Improve the web-based information describing the park system to help people quickly find the amenities and experiences they are seeking.Work with Austin Transportation Department to evaluate the need and appropriate fee structure for private car parking areas.3.Increase the number of entrances and access points to existing parks in order to expand the number of residents within walking distance of a park.15austintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With: Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC Instituteactivate & enhance urban public spacesAvivar y realzar los espacios públicos urbanos CThe strength of Austin’s park system has historically revolved around the iconic natural features and large parks; however, its downtown squares and urban parks have been overlooked and underestimated. These spaces can be activated to extend the benefits of parks to more people through a flexible, partnership-centric approach that expands and enhances use of our public spaces.Community Engagement ThemesNATURAL EXPERIENCESUNSTRUCTURED SPACESGREEN INFRASTRUCTURELINEAR PARKS & TRAILSPROXIMITY & ACCESSURBAN SPACESPARKS & ARTS/CULTUREEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESINCLUSIVITYCLEANLINESS & SAFETYBuild on the Downtown Austin Alliance’s Downtown Parks Vision to holistically elevate the quality of the urban public realm.Invest in more lighting and increased staff and volunteer presence, especially along trails and pathways to ensure parks feel safe after dark. Support more dense, flexible, and diverse programming and amenities (e.g. temporary seating or play equipment) in urban public spaces within and beyond PARD parkland.Continuously monitor and provide a clear picture of cost and revenue information to the community, including community and economic impacts associated with large events. Increase the number of Farmers Markets associated with parks and open spaces. Expand PARD’s Historic Preservation and Heritage Tourism Program to protect, restore, and promote the cultural and historic resources of the park system.1.2.3.4.5.6.16austintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With: Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC Institutealign programs with community interestAlinear los programas con los intereses de la comunidad DWhile there is a high demand for more programs at parks, there is also a strong interest in Austin for natural experience and unprogrammed spaces and activities. As the needs and interests of residents change, program offerings should be evaluated and adjusted to reflect the most relevant programs as needed. Community Engagement ThemesNATURAL EXPERIENCESUNSTRUCTURED SPACESGREEN INFRASTRUCTURELINEAR PARKS & TRAILSPROXIMITY & ACCESSURBAN SPACESPARKS & ARTS/CULTUREEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESINCLUSIVITYCLEANLINESS & SAFETYProvide more nature-based programs.Increase Adult and Senior programming across multiple categories – active recreation, nature-based and arts & culture.Increase the number, diversity, and equitable distribution of arts and culture programs being offered through PARD.Explore partnership strategies to increase low-income access to PARD programming.Leverage “pop-up” programming and temporary uses (e.g. beer gardens, seasonal markets, parklets, exercise classes, etc.) to activate public spaces and expand access to programs typically held in recreation and cultural centers. Continually assess community needs and proactively plan for recreation programming that aligns to these needs and trends.1.4.2.3.5.6.17austintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With: Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteOptimize & Improve Efficiency of operationsAprovechar lo mejor posible y mejorar la eficiencia de las operaciones ELeverage partnerships and revenue opportunities to elevate the quality of PARD operations and maintenance while upholding equitable park access and ensuring a sustainable and well-balanced PARD budget. Community Engagement ThemesNATURAL EXPERIENCESUNSTRUCTURED SPACESGREEN INFRASTRUCTURELINEAR PARKS & TRAILSPROXIMITY & ACCESSURBAN SPACESPARKS & ARTS/CULTUREEDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESINCLUSIVITYCLEANLINESS & SAFETYDevelop a clear organizational framework for PARD partnerships that is equitable, supportive of PARD’s mission and goals, and is regularly evaluated to track and monitor impacts and outcomes. Engage with and provide work opportunities in parks to help people experiencing homelessness (e.g. the Workforce First program that pays individuals experiencing homelessness to help remove trash in public parks).Improve the value and awareness of the parks and recreation system offerings to the community.Consolidate and improve efficiency of maintenance operations, administrative and program management functions to a central location with appropriate level of office space and facilities.Work with partners to improve existing parks, trails, and facilities by creating and implementing master plans. Pursue sustainability and resiliency goals in all PARD facilities. 1.4.2.5.6.3.18OUR PARKS, OUR FUTUREDISTRICT-LEVELRECOMMENDATIONSCENTRALSOUTHEASTNORTHSOUTHWESTEASTWESTPlanning area specific recommendations are included based on the five city-wide strategies and the specific needs and priorities of each combined planning area.19austintexas.gov/austinfutureparks#austinfutureparksIn Collaboration With: Adisa Communications, Go Collaborative, Studio Balcones, Pros Consulting, The Trust for Public Land, ETC InstituteAT A GLANCEUN VISTAZO DRAFT RECOMMENDATIONSRECOMENDACIONES PRELIMINARES40% of residents live in park deficient areas15.8% Residents living in Poverty (2017)$58,474 Median Household income (2017)222,537 jobs203,740 residents7.8 people per acre+50% pop. Growth by 2040*+77% Job GROWTH BY 2040**19% Hispanic WhiteBlackAsianOther83%3%7%7%Note: ‘Other’ includes American Indian, Hawaiian and pacific islander, One other race, & Two or more racesWHAT DID WE MISS?Over 65Under 189%14%77%18-65 yrPARK DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION +ADAMS-HEMPHILL NEIGHBORHOOD PARK - develop and implement vision plan, improve accessibility and key amenities +BARTON CREEK GREENBELT - improve access points, signage and wayfinding +BLUNN CREEK PRESERVES - improve access, trailhead, and nature play +BRUSH SQUARE - master plan implementation +COVERT PARK AT MT. BONNELL - design and construction +DOUGHERTY ART CENTER AT BUTLER SHORES - complete design and implementation +ELISABET NEY MUSEUM - development of visitors center on north side of Waller Creek +GROVE AT SHOAL CREEK - park system master plan implementation, includes dog park +LAMAR BEACH - master plan implementation +MAYFIELD PARK - rehabilitate buildings, grounds, and ponds +OLD BAKERY EMPORIUM & VISITORS CENTER - rehab and plaza renovation +PERRY NEIGHBORHOOD PARK - work with AISD to improve neighborhood access +SEAHOLM WATERFRONT - master plan implementation +SOUTH AUSTIN NEIGHBORHOOD PARK - master plan implementation, includes trail & multiuse field improvements +STECK VALLEY GREENBELT - improvements and pocket park development +REED NEIGHBORHOOD PARK - continue renovations +WALSH BOAT LANDING - implement improvements +WEST AUSTIN NEIGHBORHOOD PARK - master plan implementation, includes addressing failing retaining walls +WALLER CREEK - continue to collaborate with Waller Creek Conservancy improvements +WOOLDRIDGE SQUARE - master plan implementation +ZILKER METROPOLITAN PARK - construct loop trail extension and bridge; master plan implementation including: Eliza Springs Historic Amphitheater Rehab, Sunken Gardens Rehab, Zilker Gardens Rehab, Zilker Clubhouse Rehab +Work with AISD to implement parks at: Pre-K Schools: Uphaus Early Childhood Center, Read Pre-K Demonstration Elementary Schools: Webb Primary, Gullet, Reilly, Wooten, Pillow, Brentwood, Brown, Lee, Pease, Ridgetop, Dawson, Travis Heights, Zilker, Galindo, Barton Hills, Becker, Doss, Hill, Bryker Woods, Casis, Mathews, Highland Park, Austin St Hospital Middle Schools: Lamar, Burnet, Webb, Murchinson, O. Henry Middle & High Schools: Richards School For Young Women Leaders High Schools: Mccallum, Travis, Premier at Travis, Anderson, Austin, Travis County Juvenile Detention Center, Phoenix Academy, Leadership Academy Special Needs: RosedaleENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENTS +SHOAL CREEK - reestablish the trail connection in landslide areaPARTNERSHIPS +BRACKENRIDGE TRACT - work with UT to retain golf and/or recreational opportunities +NORWOOD HOUSE - continue to collaborate with the Norwood Foundation to rehab the house and implement the master plan +PEASE DISTRICT PARK - continue to collaborate with Pease Park Conservancy on improvements +SHOAL CREEK CORRIDOR - continue to collaborate with Shoal Creek Conservancy on improvements +TOWN LAKE HIKE AND BIKE TRAIL - work with UT to promote park trail connectivity to Red Bud IsleACQUISITIONS +BLUNN CREEK TRAIL extension to LADY BIRD LAKE BOARDWALK TRAIL +WEST AND EAST BOULDIN CREEK GREENBELT - acquisition and trail development +New parkland within park deficient areasMASTER PLANNING +BEVERLY S SHEFFIELD NORTHWEST DISTRICT PARK - including Level 2-3 development +BUTLER SHORES +GILLIS NEIGHBORHOOD PARK - including reinvestment in key amenities +ZILKER METROPOLITAN PARK - including Umlauf, Zilker Botanical Garden, and Austin Nature & Science CenterFEASIBILITY STUDIES +HANCOCK GOLF COURSE - study feasibility of golf and other recreational opportunities that can enhance sustainability of courseCentral Combined Planning Area Recommendationsárea de planificación combinada al centralAll “At A Glance” statistics are calculated using the 5 mile ETJ boundary NOT the City of Austin boundary. * Population Growth Calculated for 2016 to 2040 ** Job Growth Calculated for 2010 to 2040[Full 5 mile ETJ: 51%][Full 5 mile ETJ: $73,800][Full 5 mile ETJ: 13.5%][Full 5 mile ETJ: 35%][Full 5 mile ETJ: 5.7]Full 5 mile ETJ 75% White, 8% Black, 7% Asian, 10% Other Full 5 mile ETJ 22% Under 18, 69% 18-65 9% Over 65 AgeRace20DRAFT PLAN REVIEWPublic review of the Draft Planwww.austinfutureparks.orgAvailable for comment through September 9thPop-up Events In Progress: Austin ISD: Back to School Bash (Aug 3, District 9) Jewish Community Center Splash Day (Aug 5, District 10) Austin Pride Festival (Aug 10, District 3) Dove Springs Advisory Board Backpack Giveaway (Aug 10, District 2) Bartholomew Municipal Pool (Aug 14, District 4)STAY CONNECTEDKim McKnight, Project Lead Park Planning DivisionE: Kim.McKnight@austintexas.gov21