10. Park and Open Space ... 10. Park and Open Space A. Goal A well-maintained, intermunicipal park system will be developed, with due regard for private property rights, and will include parks in all areas, clean facilities, and recreation along and in the waterways, all connected by greenways for biking, walking, and non-motorized use. Above Fields in Lancaster County Central Park. B. Overview This document takes a detailed look at parks and open space, examining such elements as active and passive recreational facilities, as well as greenways (see definition at left). The Park and Open Space Plan acts as a Greenway ­ a linear open space established along a corridor, for companion to the Community Facilities Plan. It is also intended to serve as example a river or railroad right of way, the replacement to the 1993 Regional Park and Open Space Plan for Central usually developed for public non- Lancaster County. vehicular use. In this chapter, greenway is used as a general term that also Following this overview, the chapter includes existing conditions, park encompasses waterways. The term facility standards, an analysis of existing public parks and recreation blueway refers specifically to facilities, and information on proposed parks and recreation facilities. The waterways. chapter then presents the objectives and strategies related to parks and open space that have emerged through the public participation process in 2004 and 2005. Municipal officials, residents, and other stakeholders from each of the 11 participating municipalities contributed to the vision for the future of park and open space resources. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.1 10. Park and Open Space In addition to public input, several plans were reviewed in the preparation of this chapter, including the Lancaster County Plan from 1992 and the LIMC Regional Park and Open Space Plan from 1993. All of the 11 municipalities have addressed parks and recreation within their own comprehensive plans or park and open space plans; these plans have also been incorporated into this review. In addition, the 1999 Conestoga Greenways Plan was consulted to obtain information about existing and Road in Lancaster County Central Park. proposed parks and greenways in the Central Lancaster County region. The 1993 LIMC Regional Park and Open Space Plan focused on greenways, parks and recreation, environmental preservation, and administration for 10 municipalities. The 1993 plan identified the need for 586 acres of additional community parkland and 108 acres of additional neighborhood parkland by 2010. The deficit in park acreage needs has been dramatically reduced in the last 10 years. This Plan identifies the need for 178 acres of community parkland and 46 acres of neighborhood parkland by 2030, along with 40 acres of mini-parkland. Given the extensive county parkland acreage in the Central Lancaster County region, no additional county parks will be needed until after 2030. C. Existing Conditions Most of the municipalities in the Central Lancaster County region have well-developed and well-maintained parks. Most of the parks are situated in close proximity to population centers. The Central Lancaster County region should be commended for the attractiveness of its park system. Over the past 10 years, since the 1993 Regional Park and Open Space Plan was prepared, most municipalities have improved existing parks and built new parks. An Greenways will play an important role inventory of existing park and recreation facilities can be found at the end of in connecting existing parks in Central this chapter, in Table 10.4. Following the table is Map 10.5 - Existing Park Lancaster County. and Recreation Facilities. Based on input received during the public participation process, most people are satisfied with park and recreation opportunities. However, participants at public meetings indicated that they would like to be able to walk more, especially on sidewalks and other paved walkways. Over the next 10 to 25 years, an emerging priority will be to connect existing parks to one another. Several municipalities are pursuing the expansion of greenways, bike trails, and other pathways, and these efforts should be continued in the coming years. The ultimate success of the public park and open space system will depend upon effective park administration, operations, and maintenance by the municipalities themselves and by various recreational consortiums such as the Hempfield Area Recreation Association, Lancaster Recreation Commission, and the Lampeter-Strasburg and Conestoga Valley groups. LIMC can play an advisory role in supporting parks and recreation throughout the region, in particular through committees such as the Greenways and Parks Advisory Board (GPAB). Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.2 10. Park and Open Space D. Park Facility Standards The park facility standards presented in Table 10.1 address four distinct park types: mini-parks, neighborhood parks, community parks, and county parks. Information on park facility standards was drawn from two sources: the Recreation Park and Open Space Standards and Guidelines published by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) in 1983 and 1995, and the Standards for Parks and Recreation found in the 1982 publication, Urban Planning and Design Criteria by Joseph de Chiara. These park facility standards are intended to be used as a barometer for a general assessment of park needs and deficits for the multimunicipal plan. Table 10.1 ­ Park Facility Standards Acres/1000 Population Service Area Type of Facility people Size Range Served Radius Comments Mini-park .25 to .50 1 acre or less 500 to 2500 up to 1/4 mile Small area for children or senior citizens Neighborhood park 1 to 2 4 to 15 acres up to 5000 1/4 to 1 mile Area for active and passive activities and facilities for neighborhood residents Community park 5 to 8 15 to 50 acres 5000 to 10,000 2 to 4 miles Multi-purpose facility for the entire community Regional/County park 5 to 10 100 to 400 acres 50,000 to 1/4 hour driving Large area for active and passive 100,000 time or 8 miles activities for several communities Source: Thomas Comitta Associates, Inc. The acres per 1,000 persons criteria is the same as the criteria that was used in the 1993 Regional Park and Open Space Plan for LIMC. Therefore, the 1993 recommendations and 2004/2005 calculations in this document are comparable. The service area radii used in this plan are a little broader than the 1993 plan, based on new data from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). Community parks, which previously had a 1 to 3 mile service area radius, are now evaluated on a 2 to 4 mile service area radius. Neighborhood parks that were considered to have a 1/4 to 1/2 mile service area radius are now evaluated on the basis of 1/4 to 1 mile radius. These service area radii are reflected in Map 10.6, at the end of the chapter. The Public Parks and Recreational Service Areas map (Map 10.6) depicts significant park facility coverage in all portions of the Central Lancaster County area, except for portions of Manor Township and small portions of West Lampeter and East Lampeter Townships. In these southwestern and southeastern portions of the study area, the rural landscape provides open space for visual enjoyment, and the small populations in these areas would not represent a significant demand for new parks. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.3 10. Park and Open Space E. Analysis of Public Parks and Recreation Facilities Given the significant amount of county parkland (1,108 acres) and the population projection for Central Lancaster County of 240,095 persons in 2030, no additional regional/county parkland will be needed until after 2030. In other words, a regional evaluation of demand for regional/county parkland reveals that there will be no acreage deficits for this type of parkland through the year 2030. Community, neighborhood, and mini-park acreage in each municipality was evaluated relative to the generally accepted park facility standards of the NRPA. Table 10.2 indicates the parkland surpluses and deficits for 2030 for each municipality, based upon population projections. Table 10.2 ­ Park Needs Analysis: Surplus and Deficits by Municipality for 2030 Community Parks Neighborhood Parks Mini-parks 2030 Surplus/ 2030 Surplus/ 2030 Surplus/ Existing Acreage (Deficit) in acres Existing Acreage (Deficit) in acres Existing Acreage (Deficit) in acres East Hempfield Township 230.0 87.0 22.0 (6.6) 0.0 (7.2) East Lampeter Township 88.4 3.5 0.0 (17.0) 0.0 (4.3) East Petersburg Borough 63.5 37.8 32.5 27.4 0.5 (0.8) Lancaster City* 30.0 0.0 114.5 88.9 9.4 (4.5) Lancaster Township 29.0 (53.3) 20.5 4.1 0.0 (4.1) Manheim Township 481.0 270.7 29.4 (12.6) 2.6 (7.9) Manor Township** 55.6 (52.0) 107.7 86.2 0.0 (5.4) Millersville Borough 21.1 (20.6) 0.0 (8.4) 0.0 (2.1) Mountville Borough 8.0 (8.3) 11.0 7.8 0.0 (0.8) West Hempfield Township 127.0 17.8 21.7 (1.2) 0.0 (5.7) West Lampeter Township 52.0 (44.2) 38.8 19.5 0.0 (4.8) Totals 1185.6 238.4 398.1 188.1 12.5 (47.6) Deficit Totals - Deficit Totals - Community Neighborhood Deficit Totals - parkland: (178.4) parkland: (45.8) Mini-parkland: (47.6) * Lancaster City has the 74-acre Long's Park, considered to be a regional park. ** Manor Township also has the Slackwater Access Area, which constitutes 7.1 acres of state recreational lands. Source: Thomas Comitta Associates, Inc. The above calculations are based on population projections for 2030, NRPA standards, and information derived from local comprehensive plans. Once future park needs were determined, existing park acreage was subtracted in order to calculate the 2030 surplus or deficit of parkland for each municipality. In computing park acreage needs, the lower end of the acreage scale was used, as outlined in Table 10.1 ­ Park Facility Standards. In other words, for every 1,000 residents, there should be .25 acres of mini- parks, 1 acre of neighborhood parkland, 5 acres of community parkland, and 5 acres of county parkland. This choice in calculation methodology Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.4 10. Park and Open Space represents a conservative estimate of the amount of parkland needed in Central Lancaster County through 2030. Selecting the higher end of the acreage scale would accentuate deficits in parkland for each municipality. The approach to the park needs analysis in Table 10.2 does not reflect the availability of parks and recreational sites at schools, universities, churches, or through the private sector. The notion here, consistent with the NRPA standards and guidelines, is to view park needs through the lens of Abandoned rail lines have been municipal ownership. Furthermore, parks that may be accessible beyond the converted to trails. municipal boundaries are not considered. It is essential to note that if all of the parks and recreational sites at schools, universities, churches, private institutions, and beyond the 11 municipal boundaries were included, there would be no deficit of parkland acreage in the Central Lancaster County region through 2030. F. Proposed Public Parks and Recreation Facilities Table 10.3 outlines the proposed public parks and recreational facilities that are currently being pursued throughout the LIMC region. It describes information about the current activities of specific municipalities, drawing from comprehensive plans and parks and recreation plans. Further advice and recommendations were derived through consultation with the Growing Together Steering Committee and the LIMC Greenway and Park Advisory Board. Map 10.7 ­ Future Park and Recreation Facilities and Non-Motorized Transportation Plan, provides a visual depiction of Central Lancaster County's plans for future parks and greenways, and can be found at the end of this chapter. Given the fact that most municipalities have made significant progress with their park systems over the past 10 to 15 years, the focus over the next 15 to 25 years will be on creating linkages between parks, and on maintaining and enhancing existing parks. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.5 10. Park and Open Space Table 10.3 ­ Proposed Public Parks and Recreation Facilities Municipality Proposed Facilities Comments / Recommendations Acquisition Development East Hempfield Connection from Improvements to existing One neighborhood park will be needed east of Township Lancaster Junction Trail facilities. Dowart Park by 2030. to trail north of Route 283 heading to Amos Herr Park. East Lampeter None at this time. Two neighborhood parks needed. At least one Township in the eastern part of the Township. East Petersburg None at this time. Improvements to existing Significant community and neighborhood park Borough facilities. system. Could use one additional mini-park. Lancaster City Neighborhood/mini-park Three mini-parks needed. on west side of Queen Street between Orange and Chestnut. Lancaster None at this time. Improvements to existing 2002 Comprehensive Plan calls for a Township facilities. community park in the eastern portion of the township, north of E. King Street. Manheim Non-motorized path. Improvements to existing Enhance the Overlook Community Campus. Township facilities. Manor Township None at this time. Comprehensive plan calls for community parkland acquisition in the Letort Manor / Perth Hills area. Comp plan also calls for several neighborhood parks. Millersville None at this time. Borough should consider creation of a Borough community center / community park facility. May also continue to rely on Manor Township Community Park, Comet Field, and Eshelman Elementary School. Mountville Transition of elementary Borough has a surplus of neighborhood Borough school to a community parkland. center. West Hempfield Two new parks recently 2002 comprehensive plan proposes six new Township built. No additional neighborhood parks. Extensive trail network proposals at this time. should link existing parks and recreation sites, and provide access to the Susquehanna. West Lampeter Summer Green The 52-acre West Lampeter Township park has Township Neighborhood Park (5.9 recently been completed. Several neighborhood acres ­ not yet parks proposed in the 2003 comprehensive plan. approved). Source: Thomas Comitta Associates, Inc. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.6 10. Park and Open Space G. Objectives and Strategies This section describes the objectives and strategies that will support the Park and Open Space goal for Central Lancaster County. For further details regarding the timeframe and lead agencies responsible for each strategy, please see the Implementation Matrix in Chapter 15. Goal: A well-maintained, intermunicipal park system will be developed, with due regard for private property rights, and will include parks in all areas, clean facilities, and recreation along and in the waterways, all connected by greenways for biking and walking and non-motorized use. Objective POS.1 - Provide support so that the LIMC's Greenway and Park Advisory Board can cooperatively plan and coordinate the region's park and open space system. By cooperatively planning for future park and open space areas, LIMC can ensure that its park systems will meet the needs of all residents, and that parks, open spaces areas, and greenways will help to protect the scenic and historic character of the region. LIMC should support the Greenway and Park Advisory Board as the coordinating agency to address regional park and open space needs. Strategies POS1.A Expand the coordination and administrative capacity of LIMC. In order to successfully coordinate park and open space planning throughout Central Lancaster County, LIMC should expand its coordination and administrative capacity, and dedicate well-trained, full-time staff to regional planning activities. POS.1.B Expand operating partnerships with not-for-profit organizations and agencies. LIMC should seek to expand its operating partnerships with parks and greenway organizations as well as land trusts that can provide assistance with recreation and open space. Local and regional organizations include such not-for-profits as Pennsylvania Greenways http://www.pagreenways.org/ and the Lancaster County Conservancy http://www.lancasterconservancy.org/. POS.1.C Create a position of "Greenways Coordinator" within LIMC or a partner organization (per 1.A above). At least one full-time staff member is needed to focus on greenways in Central Lancaster County. This position could exist within LIMC, or it could be associated with a partner not-for-profit organization, and partially funded through LIMC. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.7 10. Park and Open Space POS.1.D Encourage private and semi-public organizations to enhance and expand their existing parks, open space, and recreational facilities and to develop new ones. LIMC should collaborate with private, semi-public, and public institutions such as universities and corporations, and encourage these groups to enhance the parks and recreational facilities that they make available to the public, where possible. POS.1.E Organize public and private local recreation providers to coordinate recreation opportunities for the multi-municipal region. Through its expanded coordination capacity, LIMC can organize both public and private parks and recreation providers to plan for the future recreational needs of the region and continually enhance parks and recreation opportunities for area residents. POS.1.F Maximize the use of schools for community recreation. All type of schools (public or private, elementary through university) should be encouraged to have their parks and athletic facilities available for greater public use. Joint agreements for facility use can be prepared by municipalities and local school districts, to promote a more collaborative approach to meeting the recreational needs of school children and community members alike. A sample joint agreement can be found at the Seattle Parks and Recreation website, at http://www.seattle.gov/parks/Publications/JointUse.htm. POS.1.G Develop uniform zoning ordinance and subdivision and land development ordinance standards relative to parks, open space, greenways, and waterways. When developing a uniform zoning ordinance and/or subdivision and land development ordinance for the region, LIMC municipalities should collaborate with the LCPC and the Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation to ensure that the proposed regulations will adequately protect existing parks, open space, and greenways, while encouraging the dedication of additional lands for recreational, connectivity, and open space purposes. Larger-scale developments in particular should be required to allocate a portion of land to open space and recreational needs. Funding for the development of uniform ordinances should be sought through the Pennsylvania Department of Economic and Community Development' (DCED) Land Use Planning and Technical Assistance Program (LUPTAP). Objective POS.2 - Facilitate and coordinate the development of regional, intermunicipal, and local greenways in the LIMC area. The "Greenways Coordinator" discussed in strategy POS-1.C can play a key administrative and coordinating role in the planning of greenways throughout the region. Other mechanisms should be created to advocate for Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.8 10. Park and Open Space public support to protect land that will be needed for future greenways, and to further promote intergovernmental cooperation in greenways planning, financing, development, and maintenance. Strategies POS.2.A Create a mechanism for LIMC to review all proposals for land use changes within the greenway area. The Greenway and Park Advisory Board should take additional responsibility for reviewing development proposals that may impact greenways and advocating for land set-asides in areas where future greenways are planned. This should represent diverse interests in the region and be able to offer technical expertise regarding the recreational, transportation, environmental, and economic impacts of various greenways plans. The GPAB review should not be an additional time-consuming step in the approval process; instead , it should serve as an opportunity for the GPAB to provide helpful comments regarding land use changes in the context of regional greenways needs. POS.2.B Push for commitments to require greenway set asides on all development proposals in the greenway areas. Any development that occurs on land surrounding current and future greenways should be regulated to ensure that it will not intrude onto the planned greenways, or otherwise impede connectivity between greenways and waterways. Mandating set asides in advance of development is one way to prevent potential land use conflicts surrounding greenways and waterways. POS.2.C Require greenways to be included in the development plans for all Growth Opportunity Areas and other areas undergoing extensive development. All new developments in Growth Opportunity Areas and on other large tracts should incorporate greenways into their designs. The greenways should be located and designed to meet the needs and take advantage of the opportunities of the specific areas. They should serve purposes such as the following: internal circulation; connections to adjacent developments; access to nearby activity centers such as parks, schools, commercial areas, or employment centers; trails along waterways or through other natural areas; connections to bike routes; links in bikeway networks; buffering from nearby incompatible uses; or environmental protection. POS.2.D Participate actively in the update of the county's open space plan. Land Use Strategy LU-GM.5.B calls for LIMC to create a Linking Landscapes plan to protect open space networks and historic sites, and cooperatively plan for a variety of future needs related to parks, greenways, natural landscapes, and agricultural lands. The plan should be implemented Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.9 10. Park and Open Space using conservation easements, covenants, amendments to zoning ordinances, and other tools. By working on the Linking Landscapes plan, LIMC will develop a strong understanding of its open space needs, and will be able to take on a leadership role in guiding the update of the County's open space plan. Objective POS.3 - Identify and reserve land for future parks and greenways in all LIMC municipalities through tools such as official maps. Land Use Strategy LU-BM.5.F calls for a coordinated Official Map to indicate areas throughout Central Lancaster County that will be reserved for public use. Special attention should be paid to using this map to meet park, recreation, and open space needs. Regular communication with property owners, incentives for conservation easements, and collaboration with land trusts should also be pursued to preserve land for future parks and greenways. Strategies POS.3.A Prepare a plan showing all proposed greenways in Central Lancaster County. LIMC's Greenway and Park Advisory Board should prepare a plan that shows all greenways proposed in Conestoga Greenways: A River Corridor Conservation Plan, all greenways proposed in County and municipal plans, and other comparable greenways that should be developed throughout Central Lancaster County. The plan should include (1) greenways that are primarily for environmental protection, and not necessarily accessible to the public, and (2) publicly accessible greenways that include linear parks and trails. POS.3.B Identify and map every parcel targeted as part of the greenway system. LIMC municipalities should thoroughly review potential sites for greenways expansion, and map every parcel of land that will be targeted for greenway use in the future. Land reserved for future greenways should also be recognized on the coordinated Official Map. LUPTAP funding should be pursued to support this strategy. POS.3.C Arrange for regular communication with every landowner holding parcels in 3.A above. LIMC should maintain close contact with residents, businesses, farmers, and local governments that own parcels of land which have been targeted for future greenway use. Regular communications should be used to educate landowners about the importance of greenways, offer incentives for the granting of easements, and discuss other ways to protect open space for the public good while respecting private property rights. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.10 10. Park and Open Space POS.3.D Provide incentives to private property owners who provide easements enhancing public access to greenways. Private property owners should be made fully aware of the benefits they stand to gain through the granting of conservation easements. They can qualify for income, estate, and property tax savings, while protecting their land from unwanted development in perpetuity. By eliminating part of the land's development potential, easements lower the property's market value and can dramatically reduce estate taxes. These savings often make it easier for land owners to pass down land to their children and grandchildren. In addition to tax benefits, public agencies or not-for-profit conservation organizations may be able to offer additional compensation in exchange for a conservation easement. While LIMC should encourage as many landowners as possible to donate easements, in some cases donation may not be an option. Other solutions, including the purchase of development rights, may be needed to complete a greenway. LIMC and the Greenways Coordinator should work closely with landowners to minimize land use conflicts and address their individual needs. More information about conservation easements can be found at the Nature Conservancy website, at http://nature.org/aboutus/howwework/conservationmethods/privatelands/con servationeasements/about/allabout.html. POS.3.E Arrange for organizations and agencies to hold greenway land donated or purchased. Public agencies and not-for-profits should take responsibility for holding and maintaining targeted lands until they are incorporated into existing greenways plans. Local, regional, and national land trusts can play an important role by aiding in the acquisition and holding of lands until greenways are complete. Objective POS.4 - Establish and enhance opportunities for hiking, walking, jogging, bicycling, non-motorized boating, horseback riding, fitness education, and handicapped-accessible recreational facilities. Greenways, parks, and recreational facilities should be designed to accommodate a variety of different users and should be built to standards established by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). According to American Trails (a national not-for-profit organization), the standard design for urban trails involves a 10- to 12-foot wide all-weather surface for walkers, bicycles, wheelchairs, and roller skates. Adjoining this trail should be another four- to eight-foot wide path to be used by horseback riders, joggers, and others. When possible, primitive trails and waterways should be incorporated into greenways and parks systems. See the American Trails website at http://www.americantrails.org/resources/greenways/GrnwyUrbanSHM.html. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.11 10. Park and Open Space Strategies POS.4.A Develop municipal land use regulations that require that land in new developments be set aside for parks and greenways. LIMC municipalities should amend zoning and subdivision ordinances to require developers to set aside a certain percentage of land for parks, greenways, or open space. Wherever possible, this land set-aside should offer opportunities for connectivity with existing greenways and park systems. LUPTAP funding should be pursued to support this strategy. POS.4.B Require developers to provide recreational opportunities on greenway land dedicated in new developments. Besides mandating the set-aside of land for greenways, LIMC munipalities should also require developers to provide necessary improvements for creating paths and other recreational opportunities within the greenway area. POS.4.C Ensure access to community parks, neighborhood parks, and/or greenways within walking distance to all residents. All residents of Central Lancaster County should be able to access parks, greenways, and other outdoor recreation activities, preferably within walking distance of their homes. When planning for new parks, LIMC municipalities should seek to achieve equitable distribution of parks as a function of population density. Existing community parks should be enhanced, smaller pocket parks should be developed to meet neighborhood needs, and jurisdictions should consider joint agreements with public schools to take advantage of shared recreational facilities. POS.4.D The Greenway and Park Advisory Board should review subdivision and land development plans to determine if easements/greenways should be provided. The Greenway and Park Advisory Board can play an important role in reviewing development plans and identifying specific locations within a proposed site where greenways or conservation easements should be required. POS.4.E Develop linking system plans in each municipality for future development of pathways. LIMC muncipalities should work to increase walkability throughout the region. Each muncipality should develop plans to expand and connect existing sidewalks and pathways. Connectivity plans should be reviewed in conjuction with neighboring municipalities in order to link pathways across muncipal boundaries. POS.4.F Implement a review process that forces consideration of path connectivity any time a road is altered. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.12 10. Park and Open Space Plans for road extensions or improvements should always include consideration for the needs of non-motorized vehicles and pedestrians. LIMC municipalities should work with their Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) to develop a review process to ensure that sidewalks and bike paths are included in plans for road alterations, as appropriate. POS.4.G Build sidewalks to connect neighborhoods, community parks, neighborhood parks, and/or greenways. Sidewalks play an important role in building healthy communities. They permit safer, more comfortable pedestrian travel, they can be used for exercise and recreation, and they serve as a place where social interactions occur. LIMC municipalities should improve existing sidewalk systems to promote greater connectivity between neighborhoods, parks, and greenways. POS.4.H Emphasize the Healthy Communities concept. Spearheaded by the World Health Organization in the mid-1980s with the advent of the "Healthy Cities" initiative, Healthy Communities is a nationally and internationally recognized movement to promote health and quality of life at the community level. Healthy Communities constitutes a broad approach to health. It calls upon community members to strive to improve an array of local conditions, including housing, education, environment, and recreation opportunities. It also promotes new partnerships within a community, and seeks to place health high on the local political agenda. LIMC municipalities should consider adopting the Healthy Communities approach to planning, in order to improve quality of life for all residents. More information is available from the International Healthy Cities Foundation, at http://www.healthycities.org/index_english.html. Locally, the Lancaster Advocates for Nutrition and Activity (LANA), affiliated with Pennsylvania Advocates for Nutrition and Activity (PANA - http://www.panaonline.org/) could be key implementing partners in promoting Healthy Communities initiatives. Objective POS.5 - Develop mechanisms within Central Lancaster County to maintain, develop, and acquire parks, open space, and greenways. LIMC should pursue a variety of different funding sources to support the acquisition, development, and maintenance of Central Lancaster County's park and open space systems. Potential sources of support include state and federal grants, foundations, local donations, volunteer assistance, and bonds. Volunteer resources and an advisory committee should also be pursued to enhance regional contributions to park and open space planning and maintenance. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.13 10. Park and Open Space Strategies POS.5.A The Greenways Coordinator should develop proposals for Growing Greener and other funds for recreational development projects. The original Growing Greener legislation was signed into Pennsylvania law in December 1999 as the Environmental Stewardship and Protection Act. This act allocated funds for farmland preservation, parks and recreation, and watershed restoration, among other issues. In May 2005, voters approved Growing Greener II, which will allocate an additional $625 million for continuing and expanding these programs. New initiatives include cleaning up brownfields and waterways, reclaiming abandoned mines, revitalizing communities, and pursuing cleaner energy sources. More information can be found on the Growing Greener website, at http://www.growinggreener2.com/. The Greenways Coordinator should develop proposals related to this program, while also dedicating time to other grant programs from various state agencies and the Community Conservation Partnership Program (C2P2). POS.5.B Establish regional standards for development and maintenance of greenways and trails. Greenways throughout Central Lancaster County should meet strict design, development, and maintenance standards to ensure that they are safe, attractive, and compatible with surrounding communities. LIMC should work with municipalities, residents, and volunteer and business communities to set regional guidelines, decide how progress will be monitored, and identify how standards will be achieved. POS.5.C Create a committee for parkland acquisition. LIMC should create a parkland acquisition committee within the Greenway and Park Advisory Board to review and advise on plans for parkland acquisition, land donations, and conservation easements, as well as potential parkland sales within LIMC municipalities. The committee should have an understanding of the park and opens space goals for the entire Central Lancaster County region. Objective POS.6 - Encourage community involvement in the construction and maintenance of recreational facilities such as pavilions, playground equipment, ball fields, pools, skating rinks, community centers, walkways, and benches in parks. LIMC should work with communities to prioritize recreational facility needs, and enlist donations and assistance from non-municipal sources to meet those needs. Strategies POS.6.A Develop a mechanism to accommodate clubs, individuals, or companies that want to donate resources. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.14 10. Park and Open Space LIMC should create an accessible local network such as a web-based volunteer forum to coordinate volunteer activities surrounding parks and greenways. See the Indianapolis Greenways Foundation at http://www.indygreenways.org/volunteers.htm for details on their greenways volunteer system. This same website could be used to accept online donations, or to direct prospective donors to the appropriate contact person/organization that will be responsible for accepting donations. In general, LIMC should not encourage the donation of playground equipment, which can create liability issues. POS.6.B Develop a program to encourage residents to contribute financing to not-for-profits that support parks or to an endowment fund, and receive a tax deduction. Central Lancaster residents who are interested in donating money to parks and greenways should be able to do so easily, and understand how to receive full tax benefits. LIMC could create a program that helps to publicize key foundations and not-for-profit entities that support park and open space systems in the region, in order to encourage more widespread donations from the public. Potential organizations include the Lancaster County Conservancy, the Rissler Mill Foundation, and watershed associations. Establishing an endowment fund will allow Central Lancaster County to take full advantage of special opportunities and address park and open space needs that may arise in the future. These may include land acquisition opportunities, construction or improvement of existing facilities, or the introduction of new parks programs. The endowment fund should be held by a not-for-profit or charitable trust on behalf of LIMC, so that donations to the fund will be tax deductible. For an example of a parks endowment fund, see the Berrien County Parks and Recreation Commission at http://www.berriencounty.org/parks/?dept=1&pid=196. POS.6.C Develop a committee under LIMC with representatives from each school district to develop a plan for community use of school facilities. Strategy POS-1.F above calls for maximizing the use of schools for community recreation. While individual municipalities can develop joint agreements with their local school districts, LIMC may want to establish a recreation committee with representatives from each school district, in order to create a system that promotes community use of school facilities across the region. Objective POS.7 - Ensure access to all types of parks. All residents of Central Lancaster County should be able to take advantage of the recreational opportunities that the region has to offer. Parks, greenways, and blueways should provide an inclusive environment Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.15 10. Park and Open Space for communities to share. They should be relatively easy to access, with special accommodations made for the elderly and people with disabilities. Strategies POS.7.A Provide parking areas and other amenities at trailheads. Besides maintaining the trail itself, providing adequate support services at trailheads and trail access points can greatly increase the quality of the user experience. Trailheads need adequate parking spaces, and should also include restrooms, water fountains, maps, picnic areas, and horse tie-ups where appropriate. Trail access points require fewer amenities, but should have some parking spaces available. Sample guidelines for trailhead design can be found at the Iowa Trails 2000 website, at http://www.iowabikes.com/trails/CHPT04-6.html. POS.7.B Facilitate access to area's blueways by the creation of boat launch areas. LIMC should collaborate with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and river conservation groups to identify locations for creating boat launches that improve the public's access to blueways, from larger docks and ramps for boats on the Susquehanna River, to launches for canoes and kayaks on the Conestoga River and creeks such as the Little Conestoga Creek and Pequea Creek. POS.7.C Ensure that all facilities are in compliance with ADA requirements. All parks and recreation facilities, from greenways to community parks to indoor gymnasiums, must be in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility requirements. POS.7.D Continue signage program. Continue to install and maintain signs at parks, recreational sites, and greenways. Objective POS.8 - Encourage local residents, volunteer groups, and developers to participate in the oversight, maintenance, and event programming of parks and greenways. An accessible, local network of parks and greenways advocates could be used to encourage participation in the upkeep and programming of parks and greenways. Volunteer opportunities should be made available to individuals, families, smaller associations, and large corporations, and volunteer programs should take advantage of the community's range of skill and expertise. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.16 10. Park and Open Space Strategies POS.8.A The Greenways Coordinator should coordinate park and greenway volunteer activities regionally. The Greenways Coordinator can serve as the primary contact person for all individuals, clubs, and businesses interested in volunteering time to the maintenance and programming of parks and greenways. He or she can tailor projects to meet the skill levels and preferences of volunteer groups. The Coordinator will understand the various parks and greenways priorities that exist in the region, and will help match volunteers to locations where their services are needed most. Objective POS.9 - Encourage public and private local recreation providers to coordinate recreation opportunities for the region. LIMC should encourage collaboration and coordination among public and private recreation providers, including Lancaster County Parks and Recreation, the Lancaster Recreation Commission, various community recreation centers, and the YMCA, YWCA, Boys and Girls Club, Hempfield Area Recreation Commission, and Lampeter-Strasburg Recreation Commission, among others. Working together, these providers can ensure that they are meeting the region's recreational needs, while avoiding unnecessary overlap in services. A web-based mechanism similar to the volunteer website mentioned in Strategy POS-6.A could be used to help coordinate recreation opportunities at the regional level. Strategies POS.9.A The Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Alliance should continue and expand its program, which now includes meeting several times a year. The Lancaster County Parks and Recreation Alliance is comprised of a number of local recreation providers, such as the Lancaster County Park and Recreation Department, the Lancaster Recreation Commission, the Hempfield Area Recreation Commission, the Lampeter-Strasburg Recreation Commission, the YMCA, the YWCA, and other community recreation centers. The Alliance should expand its activities to include greater contact with LIMC. All local stakeholders interested in parks and recreation should consider becoming members of the Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society (PRPS ­ www.prps.org), so that they can receive information on a variety of available training opportunities related to such issues as playground safety, skateboard park development, and trail building, among others. Objective POS.10 - Generate support for greenways through public education. LIMC should strive to educate the public about the importance of greenways, citing specific environmental, economic, recreational, and health Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.17 10. Park and Open Space benefits. Messages should be tailored to encourage public use of the greenways, and to generate further public support of greenways. Ideally, public education efforts should motivate volunteers to assist with greenways maintenance, and inspire additional private donations of money, land, and conservation easements. Strategies POS.10.A Continue and expand the Greenpoints newsletter. Greenpoints is a newsletter published by LIMC to keep the public updated on the region's parks and greenways. It should be continued and distributed to a wider audience. POS.10.B Work with local media to promote coverage of greenways and to increase visibility and public awareness. LIMC and other organizations interested in promoting greenways can work with local media to obtain more coverage about greenways-related events. Newsworthy items might include major land donations or acquisitions, significant conservation easements, grand opening events for new trails, or public interest stories such as studies about the health benefits of greenways. In order to attract media attention, LIMC should develop well-written press releases, and establish personal relationships with key television and newspaper journalists who are responsible for reporting on this type of subject. Another resource for educating the public and promoting greenways is the Pennsylvania Greenways Program sponsored by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), which can be found at http://www.pagreenways.org/. POS.10.C Participate in school programs to heighten student/parent and teacher awareness. There are a number of ways that greenways can contribute toward enhancing curriculums in schools. Field trips to greenways can be used to develop hands-on lessons about the natural world, environmental issues, and local history. Physical education classes can make use of nearby greenways to expand their outdoor activities. Schools can also encourage students to use greenways as a safe way to travel back and forth to school on their own. As young people learn to appreciate greenways, they can encourage their families to make wider use of them as well. The LIMC's Greenways Coordinator should help schools develop programs that promote greenways, and that make use of greenways to create a rich educational experience for students. POS.10.D Use school systems to educate the public on the need for parks and open space. Schools can play an important role in educating the public about the need for parks and open space by hosting public lectures and meetings. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.18 10. Park and Open Space Schools can also disseminate flyers, newsletters, and other information to keep residents informed about new park facilities, upcoming parks events, and issues related to the protection of open space. LIMC should initiate contact with school districts to introduce park and open space awareness into school curricula. POS.10.E Inform the public about increased property values near parks. LIMC should inform the public about how property values tend to increase near parks and greenways. Suggested resources include: a National Park Service paper entitled "Economic Impacts of Protecting Rivers, Trails, and Greenways Corridors;" an American Trails report, "Trail Effects on Neighborhoods: Home Value, Safety, Quality of Life;" and an article from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, "Seeing Green: Study Finds Greening is a Good Investment." Also recommended is John L. Crompton's book, The Proximate Principle. National Park Service: http://www.nps.gov/pwro/rtca/propval.htm#how American Trails: http://www.americantrails.org/resources/adjacent/sumadjacent.html Pennsylvania Horicultural Society: http://www.pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org/phlgreen/seeinggreen.htm POS.10.F Promote awareness of the positive impacts that greenways and parks can have on the local economy. Greenways, parks, and open space preservation can boost tourism, attracting visitors who enjoy outdoor activities. Job creation is another economic benefit. Skilled workers are needed to design facilities, provide ongoing attention to plants and wildlife, and program park activities. Lower- skill maintenance jobs are created, which are particularly valuable for youths and other people interested in seasonal work options. Parks, greenways, and open space preservation have also been shown to enhance property values, as discussed in Strategy POS-10.E. LIMC should make use of the Greenpoints newsletter, information from the Pennsylvania Greenways Program (www.pagreenways.org), as well as local media to raise awareness of the economic impact of greenways and parks. Regional recreation commissions, the LCPC, the Lancaster County Department of Parks and Recreation, and various other stakeholders should be enlisted to contribute their expertise to public education efforts. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.19 10. Park and Open Space Table 10.4 ­ Inventory of Existing Parks and Recreation Facilities Note: Certain parks appear in multiple municipalities because they cross municipal boundaries. EAST HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 1 Amos Herr Park 54.0 2 Softball/Baseball Fields Passive Open Space Parking (Community) Basketball Court Pavilion with Comfort Herr House & Barn 3 Tennis Courts Station (Herr Family Soccer Fields Gazebo Homestead) 2 Volleyball Courts Play Apparatus Amos Herr "Dream Park" Bocci Courts 2 Hempfield Sports Complex* 22.0 6 Tennis/3 Racquetball Municipally owned; (Community/Regional) Courts (indoor) fee operated by Gymnasium Hempfield Area Recreation Swimming Pool (indoor) Commission 2 Basketball Cts. (indoor) 6 Tennis Cts. (outdoor, Kids' Corner lighted) 2 Dance Studios Pro-Shop Massage Room 3 Jacob's Creek 29.0 Playground Walking Trail (Community) Passive Open Space Environmentally Sensitive Areas 4 Dorwart Park 9.00 Playground Walking Trail (Neighborhood) Pavilion Passive Open Space 5 Wheatland Hills Park 13.0 Play Equipment Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Trails Pavilion 6 Four Season's Golf Course 125 Golf Across from (Regional) 18 Holes Hempfield Sports Complex 6.A Lancaster Junction 2! miles Running Trail Surface Recreational Trail long Walking Cinders (Regional) Horseback Riding Bicycling Cross-Country Skiing * The Hempfield Sports Complex, maintained and operated by the Hempfield Area Recreation Commission (comprised of East Hempfield Township, West Hempfield Township, East Petersburg Borough, Mountville Borough, and the Hempfield School District) should be considered a model for multimunicipal cooperation. EAST LAMPETER TOWNSHIP No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 7 East Lampeter Township 28.4 Softball/Baseball Field Trails Community Park Volleyball Court Arboretum (Community) Playground Bird Sanctuary Comfort 3 Picnic Pavilions Station Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.20 10. Park and Open Space 8 Flory Park 43.0 Baseball Field with Lights Passive Open Space (Community) Playground Mill Creek Trails 9 Lafayette-Tower Park 16.0 2 Baseball Fields Open Lawn Areas (Community) Open Playfields EAST PETERSBURG BOROUGH No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 10 East Petersburg Community 7.5 2 Tennis Courts Passive Open Space Park Brookvale Bike Park 3 Tot Lots (Neighborhood) Bike Paths 11 Commons Park .5 Sitting Area Historic Well Site (Mini-park) 12 East Petersburg Community 56.0 Baseball (Tom Herr Field) Passive Open Space Park (Football/Soccer Field in Pavilion (Community) grass playfield) Boy Scout Building Basketball Court Comfort Station 2 Tennis Courts Concession Stand Volleyball Court Community Center Playground Building Bike Paths 13 East Petersburg Community 7.5 Swimming Pool Bath House Pool Complex Sand Volleyball Court Pavilion (Community) Street Hockey Rink Comfort Station/ 2 Softball Fields Concession Stand Basketball Court Playground Bike Paths 14 East Petersburg Fitness Park 5.5 Playground Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Fitness/Walking Trail/ Fitness Stations 15 East Petersburg Community 19.5 2 Basketball Courts Passive Open Space Internal Street Park Constitution Square Baseball Field Access within (Neighborhood) 4 Tot Lots Constitution Square development 2 Tennis Courts Open Playfield Bike Paths 2 Hempfield Sports Complex 22.0 in East See East Hempfield above (Community/Regional) Hempfield Township LANCASTER CITY No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 16 Lancaster County Central Park 550.0 Softball/Baseball Fields Passive Open Space Also see West (Regional) Basketball Courts Trails Lampeter Twp. Playgrounds 6 Pavilions Fitness Trail Rock Ford Plantation Soccer Field Comfort Stations Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.21 10. Park and Open Space Open Play Fields Environmental Center Soccer Field Environmental Library Tennis Courts Kiwanis Lodge Canoe Launch Garden Plots Skate Park Gazebo Ropes Course Exhibit Farm Swimming Pool Campground Bridle Paths Garden of Five Senses Cross Country Ski Trails 17 Brandon Park 7.16 4 Basketball Courts Passive Open Space Adjacent to (Neighborhood) Playground Trails Lancaster Recreation Center 18 Buchanan Park 21.35 2 Baseball Fields Passive Open Space (Community) Soccer/Football Field Pavilion 2 Basketball Courts Comfort Station 6 Volleyball Courts 4 Tennis Courts Play Equipment 19 Cabbage Hill Veterans 0.04 Passive Open Space Memorial (Public Open Space) 20 Camba Park 0.09 Passive Open Space (Public Open Space) 21 Case Commons Park 0.12 Sitting Area (Mini-Park) Passive Open Space 22 College, Columbia, King & 0.02 Public Open Space Orange St. (Public Open Space) 23 Conestoga Pines Park 68.00 Pool Passive Open Space Community Center (Neighborhood) (11.4 Other) Basketball Court Trails With Restrooms 2 Volleyball Courts Play Equipment 24 Conestoga Creek Park 14.30 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Trails 25 Conlin Field/Farnum Park 4.57 Baseball Field Small Pavilion (Neighborhood) 2 Basketball Courts Comfort Station Play Equipment Wading Pool 26 Crystal Park 0.89 Play Equipment Passive Open Space (Mini-Park) 27 Ewell-Gantz Playground 0.05 Play Equipment (Mini-park) 28 Harrisburg Pike Mini-Park 0.15 Passive Open (Mini-park) Space/Sitting Area 29 Holly Pointe Park 10.88 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 30 Joe Jackson Tot Lot 0.3 Play Equipment (Mini-park) Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.22 10. Park and Open Space 31 Lancaster Recreation 1.5 22,850 sf Building Rooms for Commission Senior Center Gymnasium; Assortment Meetings/Programs (Community) of Activities for 55+ Within Brandon Park 32 Binns Park 1.52 Stage Performances Passive Open Space (Mini-park) Performance Stage 33 Longs Park 73.53 2 Basketball Courts Passive Open Space Excellent Condition (Regional) 2 Volleyball Courts 3 Pavilions 8 Tennis Courts Trails Play Equipment Grass Amphitheater/Stage Lake Comfort Stations 34 Market Street Kid's Place 0.09 Play Equipment Adjacent to Church (Mini-park) Basketball Court Parking 35 Milburn Park 1.05 Play Equipment Passive Open Space Graffiti on Play (Mini-park) Equipment 36 Musser Park 3.1 Play Equipment Passive Open Space Adjacent to (Neighborhood) Walkway Lancaster Museum of Art 37 Northwest Corridor Park 2.41 Play Equipment Passive Open (Neighborhood) Basketball Space/Trails 38 Penn Square 0.31 Passive Open Space Soldiers and Sailors (Mini-park) Civil War Monument 39 Reservoir Park 8.98 2 Basketball Courts Pavilion with Restrooms (Community) Volleyball Court Grass Play Area Play Equipment Wading Pool 40 Rodney Park 0.65 Play Equipment Community Center (Neighborhood) Wading Pool 41 Sixth Ward Memorial Park 3.10 Softball Field Pavilion with Comfort (Neighborhood) 2 Basketball Courts Station Play Equipment Wading Pool 42 South Duke Street Mall 3.89 Play Equipment Passive Open Green Space adjacent (Mini-Park) Wading Pool Space/Green Space to Major thoroughfare. Playground nearby on School property. 43 Southend Park 1.02 Softball Field (Mini-park) Basketball Court Play Equipment 44 Sunnyside Greenway 2.97 Public Open Space (Public Open Space) (Total) 45 Triangle Park 0.05 Sitting Area (Mini-park) Other Greenway Parcels as 40.69 Public Open Space indicated on Plan (Total) Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.23 10. Park and Open Space LANCASTER TOWNSHIP No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 46 Windolph Landing 11.3 Playground Passive Open Adjoins the (Neighborhood) Space/Trails Conestoga River Pavilion 47 Lancaster Community Park 29.0 3 Baseball Fields Passive Open Space/ Owned with the (Community) 2 Soccer Fields Walking Trails School District of Play Equipment Pavilion Lancaster ­ Maintained by Comfort Station Lancaster Twp. Concession Bldg. Storage 48 Hamilton Park Playground 1.5 Basketball Court Pavilion with (Neighborhood) Softball Field Concession and Storage Playground Building 49 Maple Grove Community Building See Maple Grove Center Park & Greenway and below Maple Grove Park & 7.7 Passive Open Space Adjoins Little Greenway Trails & Footbridge Conestoga Creek (Community) Pavilion Community Center MANHEIM TOWNSHIP No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 50 Bucher Park 8.5 2 Soccer Fields Passive Open Space Next to Caleb W. (Neighborhood) 3 Baseball/Softball Fields Non-Motorized Path Bucher Elementary 3 Tennis Courts Stream School 2 Basketball Courts Nature Study Area Playground Equipment Game Courts (asphalt) 51 Jaycee Park 2.4 Basketball Court Stream (Mini-park) 2 Playgrounds 52 Schaeffer Park 3.6 Softball/Baseball Field Passive Open Space Adjoins Schaeffer (Neighborhood) Play Equipment Elementary School ! Court Basketball (two) 53 Landis Woods 69.9 Passive Open Space Environmental (Community) Woodlands Center (Boettcher Nature Trails House at Landis Woods); Primitive Tree Nursery Camping Area; Amphitheater Stream; Wetlands Picnic Areas Comfort Station Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.24 10. Park and Open Space 54 Community Park 33.5 3 Baseball/Softball Fields Passive Open Space (Community) Basketball Court 6 small Pavilions 2 Sand Volleyball Courts 3 large Pavilions (2 with Fitness Trail Kitchens) 4 Horseshoe Courts 2 Comfort Stations 3 Playground Equipment Stream Areas Wetlands Non-Motorized Path (1.2 miles) 55 Municipal Park 23.0 2 Baseball/Softball Fields Municipal Gardens At Township (Community) Basketball Court Building Complex 4 Soccer Fields Playground Equipment 55 Neffsville Square 0.2 Landscaped Park 57 Overlook (Golf Course and) 139.8 18 Hole Golf Course with Ponds Activities Center Park Double Ended Lit Driving Wetlands including Roller (Community/Regional) Range Non-Motorized Paths Skating, Indoor Swimming Pool (outdoor Soccer, Basketball Streams ­ 50 meter) and Gymnasium; Dog Park Wading Pool Park also includes Basketball Court Play Equipment 2 Sand Volleyball Courts and Skate Park 2 Shuffleboard Courts Indoor Activities Historic Structures 4 Soccer Fields 2 Baseball/Softball Fields Soccer Practice Half Field Miniature Golf Course Golf Driving Range 58 Perelman Park (at Binkley's 5.13 Small Boat Access to Passive Open Space; Chesapeake Bay Mill) Conestoga River/Canoe Wetlands; Nature Trails Restoration Project (Neighborhood/Community) Launch 59 Skyline Park/Skyline Pool 7.8 Swimming Pool (outdoor Passive Open Space; (Community) ­ 50 meter) Non-Motorized Paths Wading Pool Sand Volleyball Court Basketball Court Tennis Court Football/Soccer Field (Playfields) Playground Equipment 60 Stauffer Park 18.5 Softball Field (deluxe) Walkways Stauffer Mansion (Community) 4 Tennis Courts Courtyard Carriage House with 2 Basketball Courts Formal Garden Restrooms Volleyball Court Concession Stand Maintenance Garage Soccer Field Picnicking 2 Play Equipment Areas Passive Open Space 2 Shuffleboard Courts Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.25 10. Park and Open Space 61 Stoner Park 35.7 2 Soccer Fields Pavilion Motorized Access (Neighborhood) Baseball/Softball Field Passive Open Space from Winchester Fitness Trails Comfort Station Drive and Northbrook Drive; Basketball Court Non-Motorized Park Non-Motorized Sand Volleyball Court Stream Access from Butter Playground Equipment Wetlands Road 62 Reidenbaugh Park 12.2 2 Baseball/Softball Fields Trail Adjoins school with (Neighborhood) Basketball Court Passive Open Space Basketball and Play Equipment Playground 2 Tennis Courts MANOR TOWNSHIP No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 63 Slackwater Access Area 7.1 Boat Access to river Walking Trail Pa. Fish Commission (State) 64 Creswell Park 24.4 Baseball Field Turkey Hill Walking (Community) Open Playfields Trail - Head Cross Country Skiing 65 Greider Park 16.4 3 Baseball/Softball Fields Walking Trail Accessible from (Neighborhood) 2 Basketball Courts Pavilion with Concession Dickinson Ave. and 3 Playgrounds Stand Banyan Circle Dr. 2 Volleyball Courts Comfort Station Soccer Field 66 Boyer Nature Preserve 3.6 Passive Open Space Along Little (Neighborhood) Conestoga Creek 67 Manor Township Community 31.2 2 Softball Fields Passive Open Space Park 3 Basketball Courts 3 Pavilions (Community) Open Playfields Walking Trail Playground Comfort Station Play Equipment 68 John G. Herr Park 22.1 Passive Open Space Adjoins Manor (Neighborhood) Walkways Middle School 69 Municipal Site 9.0 Softball Field Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 70 Washington Boro Park 4.2 Baseball/Softball Field Pavilion (Neighborhood) Basketball Court Boat Access Playground Open Play Field 71 Woods Edge Park 24.1 Playground Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Open Play Field Picnic Tables Wetland 72 Springdale Park 28.3 Passive Open Space Along Little (Neighborhood) Conestoga Creek MILLERSVILLE BOROUGH No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 73 Millersville Borough Park 21.1 Softball/Baseball Field Passive Open Space Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.26 10. Park and Open Space (Community) 2 Basketball Courts Walking Trail 2 Tennis Courts Pavilion with Comfort Playground Station Volleyball (portable) Pavilion MOUNTVILLE BOROUGH No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 74 Lockard Park 3.0 Playground Pavilion (Neighborhood) Walkways 75 Mountville Community Park 8.0 Baseball Field 3 Pavilions (Community) Basketball Court 2 Tennis Courts Play Equipment Adventure Playground 76 Spring Hill Park 5.0 Basketball Court Trails Limited Vehicular (Neighborhood) Access 77 VFW Memorial Park 3.0 Baseball Field with Lights Picnic Area Access from Spruce (Neighborhood/Community) Play Equipment Road 2 Hempfield Sports Complex 22.0 in East See East Hempfield above (Community/Regional) Hempfield Township 81 Grubb Lake Nature Park 54.2 in West Fishing Passive Open Space West Hempfield (Community) Hempfield Playground Equipment Lake Township and Township 2 Pavilions Mountville Boro Hiking Trail joint park ADA Walking Trail Comfort Station WEST HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 78 Bridge Valley Park 1.98 Open Playfield Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Basketball Court Play Apparatus 79 Chickies Rock County Park 422.0 Boat Launch Open Areas Pavilion Provides riverfront & Chickies Creek Day Use Play Areas access to the Area Susquehanna River. (Regional) 80 Fairview Park 53.5 Basketball Court 2 Pavilions Passive on South (Community) 2 Volleyball Courts Comfort Station Side Soccer Field 2 Baseball Fields Playground Street Hockey 81 Grubb Lake Nature Park 54.2 Fishing Passive Open Space West Hempfield (Community) Playground Equipment Lake Township and 2 Pavilions Mountville Boro Hiking Trail joint park ADA Walking Trail Comfort Station Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.27 10. Park and Open Space 82 Ironville Community Park 8.8 Basketball Court Pavilion Under Construction (Community) Play Apparatus Comfort Station Exceptional Views 83 Silver Spring Park 10.5 Soccer Field Pavilion Very Limited (Community) Baseball/Softball Field Comfort Station Vehicular Access Basketball Court Playground 84 Eagles View Park 3.68 Basketball Court Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Play Apparatus 85 Murry Ridge Park 9.15 Basketball Court Walking Trail (Neighborhood) Playground Passive Open Space 86 Cedar Bluff Park 3.5 Basketball Court Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Play Apparatus 87 Falcon Ridge Park 3.4 Basketball Court Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Play Apparatus 2 Hempfield Sports Complex 22.0 in East See East Hempfield above (Community/Regional) Hempfield Township WEST LAMPETER TOWNSHIP No. Name/Type of Park and Size in Active Recreation Passive Recreation Notes Recreation Facility Acres Opportunities Opportunities 88 West Lampeter Township 3.0 Passive Open Space New Site Land (Neighborhood) 89 West Lampeter Community 52.0 Softball/Baseball Field Trails Substantial Park Inline Hockey Court Pavilions Fairgrounds (Community) Basketball Courts Fairgrounds Volleyball Court Play Equipment 90 Millstream Park 3.86 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 91 Windy Hill Park 2.57 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 92 Applecroft 1.07 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 93 Heatherfield 8.51 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 94 Hayward Heath 0.9 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 95 Windy Ridge 1.45 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 96 Mill Creek 11.3 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 97 Northeast Community Park 3.6 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) 98 Southgate 2.5 Passive Open Space (Neighborhood) Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.28 10. Park and Open Space 99 D. F. Buchmiller County Park 62.0 3 Tennis Courts Trails Access to Conestoga (Regional) Softball Field 3 Pavilions River Playground 2 Comfort Stations Frisbee/Disc Golf Course Barn Passive Open Space 16 Lancaster County Central 550.0 See Lancaster City above Park (Regional) Note: In addition to parks listed above, the Lampeter Fire Company and the West Lampeter Fair Board provide 27 acres known as the Lampeter Community Center and Grounds, northwest of the firehouse on Village Road. Source: Thomas Comitta Associates, Inc. Final Draft 04/18/06 Growing Together 10.29 pace 10.30 pen S ark and O 10. P ing Together rowG 04/18/06 raft ap 10.5 M Final D pace 10.31 pen S ark and O 10. P ing Together rowG 04/18/06 raft ap 10.6 M Final D pace 10.32 pen S ark and O 10. P ing Together rowG 04/18/06 raft ap 10.7 M Final D