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Comprehensive Outdoor Park and Recreation Plan 2018 - 2022 Stevens Point, Wisconsin STEPT 139815 | February 19, 2018

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COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR PARK AND RECREATION PLAN STEPT 139815 i

Contents Table of Contents

1 Introduction ................................................................. 1

2 Planning Process ........................................................ 2

3 Resource Inventory and Analysis ............................... 53.1 Location .................................................................................................. 5 3.2 Geology .................................................................................................. 5 3.3 Surface Waters ....................................................................................... 6 3.4 Groundwater ........................................................................................... 6 3.5 Drainage ................................................................................................. 6

4 Demographics ............................................................. 74.1 Population............................................................................................... 7

5 Recreational Resource Inventory ............................. 125.1 Classification of Recreational Facilities ................................................ 12 5.2 City of Stevens Point Developed Parklands ......................................... 13 5.3 Green Circle Trail ................................................................................. 33 5.4 City of Stevens Point Undeveloped Parklands ..................................... 34 5.5 School Recreational Facilities............................................................... 36 5.6 Institutional Lands ................................................................................. 36 5.7 Private and Commercial Recreational Lands........................................ 38

6 Standards .................................................................. 396.1 Mini Parks ............................................................................................. 39 6.2 Neighborhood Parks ............................................................................. 39 6.3 Community Parks ................................................................................. 39 6.4 Regional Parks ..................................................................................... 39 6.5 Special Use Areas ................................................................................ 39 6.6 Conservancy Areas .............................................................................. 39 6.7 Stevens Point Standards Evaluation .................................................... 39 6.8 Organized Activity Standards ............................................................... 41 6.9 Space Standards .................................................................................. 42

7 Service Areas ............................................................ 46

Contents (continued)

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8 Issues and Opportunities .......................................... 488.1 Accomplishments ................................................................................. 48 8.2 General Issues and Opportunities ........................................................ 48 8.3 Stevens Point Park Specific Issues and Opportunities ......................... 49

9 Improvement Program 2018-2022 ............................ 539.1 General Improvements ......................................................................... 53 9.2 Stevens Point – Park Specific Improvements ....................................... 54

10 Project Improvement Estimate .................................. 58

11 Funding ..................................................................... 60

List of Appendices Appendix A Survey Appendix B Survey Results

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Comprehensive Outdoor Park and Recreation Plan Prepared for City of Stevens Point

1 Introduction This document represents an update to the City of Stevens Point’s Comprehensive Outdoor Park and Recreation Plan. Initially developed in 1971, this document has been updated and modified several times, and has seen significant growth and development of the City’s recreational resources.

The City of Stevens Point residents and businesses widely hold the City’s Park and Recreation system in high regard. These facilities contribute significantly to a community’s quality of life, and the ability for the City to attract and retain people, businesses and investments.

The Stevens Point Board of Park Commissioners conducted significant public involvement through the creation of this document to ensure they have captured and considered the items that are most desired by park users. This document is intended to be a five-year guide for policy and financing decision making for the City, and as such identifies capital improvements from 2018-2022.

While the planning horizon is short-term in nature, the principal purpose is to identify specific park and recreation improvement projects. Some of these may be large in scale, and will require ongoing efforts, as well as necessitate a phased approach to make them manageable. Cost estimates for the projects and timing for the projects over the five-year period will need to be evaluated by staff, the Parks Commission and Common Council. An annual review of these should be completed to measure progress and confirm the strategic goals for the upcoming year(s).

2018 - 2022


2 Planning Process The City of Stevens Point took significant efforts to gather public input to help them base their decisions on the preferences of the community. The planning process began in late 2016 with the City conducting a survey. Surveys were randomly mailed to 30 voters in each of the 11 Districts within the City. Of the 330 mailed surveys, approximately 100 were returned via snail mail. Another 355 surveys were completed online.

Results of the survey were overwhelmingly positive. The general consensus is that the walking, hiking, biking and nature trails are most important to provide, followed by the large parks. Parks most visited are Bukolt, Goerke, the Green Circle Trail, Iverson, Mead and Pfiffner Pioneer Park. Over 75 percent of respondents indicated using a park at least monthly.

Areas of service identified as not meeting the needs of park users include swimming beaches and splash pads/spray grounds. These two categories were identified as having the most unmet demand locally.

Following the closure of the survey, a working Park Board meeting was conducted to identify additional input from the Commissioners on the future of the parks. Six topics of discussion were evaluated and are summarized below.

Things Going Well Improvements Areas Capital Needs

• Green Circle Trail• Major Parks – Pfiffner

Pioneer Park, Bukolt,Iverson

• Presentation andMaintenance

• Specialized Facilities• Non City-Owned Facilities• Park Accessibility• Partnerships

• Emerson “Park”• Beach Areas

o Bukolto Iverson (Congested)o Mead

• Trails & Connectivityo Crossing I-39o Plover River

Crossingo Green Circle Signageo East Side Connection

• Beaches –Upgrade/Restore

• Splash Pad (KASH?)• 24 Sets of Equipment• Iverson Park Restroom

Upgrade• Emerson Development• Signage/History• Bike Racks• Indoor Sports Center


Operations and Maintenance Threats Opportunities

• Trash Cans and Disposal• Snowplowing Trails• Willett Arena Staffing and

Maintenance• Alternative Revenue

Sourceso Room Taxo Tourism Commission

• Encroachment• Sprawl• Respect for

Parks/Vandalism• Fee Structure• Feeding Geese• Invasive Species• Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)• Room Tax Changes

• Partnerships• Town of Hull• Schools• Businesses• Civic Organizations• Sponsorships• Tourism Commission• Volunteerism• Empty Lots• Year-Round

Maintenance/Plowing• Educational

Opportunities• Boat Launch Fee• Better Info.-Web/Social

Media• Alternative Revenues

Regarding Affordability

On June 6, 2017, a community-wide Public Workshop in the form of a SWOT meeting was held to further identify future park and recreation system improvements from the public. The results are summarized in the following graphic.


Opportunities

Threats

WeaknessesStrengths

- Green Circle Trail- Welcoming to All

- Abundance around Water- Quantity and Quality

- No Park in "City Core" -Park Gap

- Park's Departmentshort-staffed

- Aging Facilities- More Neighborhood Green

Spaces and CommunityCenters

- Lack of Funding by CommunityOrganizations and Businesses

- Money and Lack Thereof- State Imposed Tax Limitations

- Friends of the Parks- Emerson Property

- Property Acquisition by City- Parks App with Event Alerts

CampusInvolvement/Clean-Up

City of Stevens PointPark and Recreation Plan

SWOT Voting Summary


3 Resource Inventory and Analysis 3.1 Location

The City of Stevens Point is located in central Wisconsin and is the County seat of Portage County. The Wisconsin River flows through the center of the City. Stevens Point acts as the economic hub of the region, offering retail opportunities, major employers and hosting the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, as well as Mid-State Technical College.

3.2 Geology Stevens Point is located between two geological provinces – the northern highlands and the central sand plain. The northern highlands area has high bedrock, limited groundwater supply, clay soils with poor drainage and northern climate vegetation. The northern portion of the City generally is made up of these conditions. The southern half of the City has much sandier soils that drain well, has good water supply and is much flatter.

The development of the City has historically been to the south and east. These areas are more conducive to develop, as the soils are more manageable, which tends to create a more affordable development environment. Further the City is limited to where it may grow over the next several decades – with primary points of emphasis again being in the east and northeast areas. Significant environmental constraints limit growth potential to the north and west. The south is developed to the boundary with the Village of Plover, leaving the east and northeast as the logical growth areas. Of these areas, it will be the east that is likely to see the most development pressure, as again the northeast area has more environmental challenges, and gets into the more challenging geology. As population grows eastward, the City should plan for additional parklands that will serve the future residential development in that direction.

3.2.1 Bedrock Bedrock in and around the Stevens Point area lies very close to the surface of the ground. Much of the northern and western portions of the City has bedrock composed of granite and sandstone, making water production a challenge.

3.2.2 Soils Much of the City has sandy soils – particularly south of State Highway 66. North of STH 66 soils are found to be denser and are more susceptible to heaving and swelling.

3.2.3 Topography The City has a generally flat topography due to glaciers that inhabited the area thousands of years ago. This creates surface drainage problems – particularly in areas of higher density development. Shorelands surrounding the local waterways, including the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers are where the steepest topography in the City is found – however even these slopes are less severe than is typically found adjacent to waterways.


3.3 Surface Waters The City of Stevens Point has several surface waters within its boundaries. These are important to note as they often provide active and passive recreation opportunities.

Wisconsin River The Wisconsin River is the primary surface water resource in the City. There are two bridges that cross the Wisconsin River in Portage County – both in Stevens Point. This waterway remains in flowage condition due to the dam. Several of the City’s parks have been built around this waterbody – and this is a heavily used area due to its scenic beauty and wildlife habitat. This also sees significant boat traffic, as well as canoe and kayak users.

Plover River The Plover River is the other major waterbody in the City. This also has many environmental and recreational qualities that have helped to shape development.

Moses Creek Moses Creek historically was the recipient of much of the drainage from the north side of the City. Much of this, however, has now been enclosed in a storm sewer to serve urban development.

Joanis Lake This man-made non-motorized lake is located within the Schmeeckle Reserve on the UWSP campus.

3.4 Groundwater Groundwater is generally of good quality and quantity in areas of sandy soil within the City. Areas in the in the northern and western portions of the City have a shallow aquifer due to bedrock, which limits water production. Groundwater is susceptible to pollution. The primary contributors are from agricultural practices that drain to the aquifer, as well as lawn fertilizers and septic tank wastes.

The City will need to continue to monitor groundwater quality as continued development pressure will lead to the potential for increased pollution.

3.5 Drainage Generally, the City is well protected from flooding concerns. Although the City sits between two river corridors (Wisconsin River and Plover River), the numerous dams and flowages near the City mitigates the flooding of developed and improved lands. Flooding potential exists along both rivers, but this generally occurs on lands that are undeveloped and used as recreational properties, if flooding occurs outside the river corridors at all.

Iverson Park is regularly inundated by flood waters from the Plover River. In cases where flooding does exist, these areas often make excellent recreational resources that can be used for much of the year during dry conditions.


4 Demographics 4.1 Population

Historically, the City of Stevens Point’s population has fluctuated throughout the past several decades. Most recently, the 1990’s and 2000’s saw relatively rapid growth that has since halted.

College students residing in Stevens Point are often counted in the population figures. The US Census and American Community Survey indicate a person staying or planning to stay at their current residence for two months or more are considered a resident of that address.

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Poulation Change - 1990-2015 - Portage County

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Village of Park Ridge Portage County Wisconsin


Stevens Point’s growth rate has recently been relatively consistent with the County growth rate. The Village of Plover has seen the largest growth in the area since the 1970’s.

Table 4-1 Historical Population and Population Change - 1970 to 2015

Unit of Government

1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2015 Percentage Change

70-'80 80-'90 90-'00 00-'10 10-'15

City of Stevens Point

23,479 22,970 23,002 24,551 26,717 26,604 -2.2% 0.1% 6.7% 8.8% -0.4%

Village of Plover

2,618 5,310 8,176 10,520 12,123 12,319 102.8% 54.0% 28.7% 15.2% 1.6%

Village of Whiting

1,782 2,050 1,838 1,760 1,724 1,727 15.0% -10.3% -4.2% -2.0% 0.2%

Village of Park Ridge

817 643 546 488 491 504 -21.3% -15.1% -10.6% 0.6% 2.6%

Portage County

47,541 57,420 61,405 67,182 70,019 70,408 20.8% 6.9% 9.4% 4.2% 0.6%

Wisconsin 4,417,821 4,705,642 4,891,796 5,363,715 5,686,986 5,771,337 6.5% 4.0% 9.6% 6.0% 1.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau


Population Projections Population projections are used to assess development prospects and community facility needs created by population growth. Small area population forecasts can be used to evaluate potential residential development, economic conditions, and the level of demand for public facilities and services. This estimate of future growth is also valuable information for establishing management techniques in order to provide for orderly growth and development.

Table 4-2 Population Projections - 2010 to 2040 - Portage County by Minor Civil Division

Municipality Census Estimate Projection Change 2010-2040

2010 2013 2015 2020 2025 2030 2035 2040 Number Percent

Stevens Point

26,717 27,160 27,600

28,420 29,110 29,640 29,980 30,150 3,433 12.8%

Plover 12,123 12,420 12,710 13,270 13,770 14,200 14,530 14,770 2,647 21.8%

Whiting 1,724 1,698 1,690 1,660 1,620 1,575 1,520 1,460 -264 -15.3%

Park Ridge 491 498 500 505 505 505 500 495 4 0.8%

Portage County

70,019 70,903 71,905 73,680 75,130 76,175 76,750 76,865 6,846 9.8%

Wisconsin 5,686,986 5,717,110 5,783,015 6,005,080 6,203,850 6,375,910 6,476,270 6,491,635 804,649 14.1%

Source: U.S. Census & Wisconsin Department of Administration


The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) population projections are, by state statute, the official population projections for Wisconsin. Over the next 20 years, the DOA projections predict nearly a 13 percent increase in the City of Stevens Point’s population, which amounts to 3,433 additional residents. This projected percentage increase is similar to the expected increases in Portage County (9.8 percent), and represents over half of the residential increase anticipated in the County (6,846 persons), representing a significant shift in where growth is projected to occur. The Village of Plover’s growth is projected to slow significantly from its historical rate.

Any projection is, at its current state, a best guess. While the Wisconsin DOA projections are by state statute the official population projections, land availability will continue to be a challenge the City must overcome. The City does not have an abundance of available greenfield land for new residential development. There are opportunities to expand the geographic borders of the City, however this is limited in some areas due to high water tables, wetlands, floodplains and other geological constraints. Infill and redevelopment opportunities will be where most of the growth will most likely occur in the City.

Age The age of residents in a community is important in identifying the needs of the community. Table 4-3 shows Stevens Point and Portage County age distributions. Stevens Point’s median age (26.7) is significantly younger than Portage County’s (36), however both are younger than Wisconsin’s median age of 38.5. The City of Stevens Point has a much higher percentage of individuals in the 10-34 age categories, most likely representing the more transient college age. Stevens Point has a smaller percentage in the Under 18 age category, indicating that proportionally, fewer families with young children are choosing Stevens Point as their home.

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Table 4-3

Age Distribution

Stevens Point Portage County 2000 2010-2014 Est. Proportional

Change 2000 2010-2014 Est. Proportional

Change Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Number Percent Under 5 1,236 5.0% 1,209 4.5% -0.5% 3,964 5.9% 3,740 5.3% -0.6% 5 to 9 1,152 4.7% 959 3.6% -1.1% 4,331 6.4% 3,694 5.3% -1.2% 10 to 19 4,265 17.4% 4,444 16.6% -0.8% 11,181 16.6% 10,241 14.6% -2.1% 20 to 24 5,391 22.0% 5,762 21.5% -0.4% 7,589 11.3% 8,336 11.9% 0.6% 25 to 34 3,096 12.6% 3,904 14.6% 2.0% 8,322 12.4% 8,363 11.9% -0.5% 35 to 44 2,743 11.2% 2,160 8.1% -3.1% 10,261 15.3% 7,549 10.7% -4.5% 45 to 54 2,312 9.4% 2,880 10.8% 1.3% 8,945 13.3% 9,889 14.1% 0.7% 55 to 64 1,376 5.6% 2,437 9.1% 3.5% 5,235 7.8% 8,909 12.7% 4.9% 65 to 74 1,405 5.7% 1,558 5.8% 0.1% 3,791 5.6% 5,267 7.5% 1.8% 75 to 84 1,094 4.5% 924 3.5% -1.0% 2,565 3.8% 3,014 4.3% 0.5% 85 and over 481 2.0% 541 2.0% 0.1% 998 1.5% 1,335 1.9% 0.4% Under 18 4,478 18.2% 4,162 15.5% -2.7% 16,177 24.1% 14,175 20.2% -3.9% Over 65 2,980 12.1% 3,203 12.0% -0.2% 7,354 10.9% 9,616 13.7% 2.7% Total 24,551 26,778 2,227 67,182 70,337 3,155 Median Age 25.6 26.7 1.1 33 36.0 3.0 Source: U.S. Census and American Community Survey

Employment and Wages Table 4-4 shows Stevens Point’s employment by industry sector. About 24 percent of Stevens Point’s employed population works in the Education, Health and Social Services industry. Another 17 percent are employed in the Arts, Entertainment, Recreation, Accommodation and Food Services industry. The other prominent industry is Retail Trade, which provides 15 percent of Stevens Point’s employment.


Table 4-4

Stevens Point Employment by Industry - 2014

Employment by Industry Number Percent Educational, health and social services 3,324 23.8% Manufacturing 1,521 10.9% Retail Trade 2,154 15.4% Finance, insurance, real estate, rental & leasing 1,145 8.2% Arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services 2,327 16.6% Professional, scientific, management, administration and waste management services 776 5.5%

Other services, except public administration 584 4.2% Transportation, warehousing and utilities 461 3.3% Public Administration 295 2.1% Wholesale Trade 301 2.2% Construction 528 3.8% Information 327 2.3%

Agriculture, forestry, fishing, hunting & mining 240 1.7% Total Employment (16 years and over) 13,983 100.0%

Source: U.S. Census

5 Recreational Resource Inventory 5.1 Classification of Recreational Facilities

The City of Stevens Point has categorized its public recreational areas to provide for active use in community and neighborhood parks, and passive use in nature areas. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) classifies parks as fitting one of the following categories:

• Community Parks - Larger, active play area providing for a greater variety of play experiences and activities.

• Neighborhood Parks – Active area designed for intensive use by children and family groups close to home and affording opportunities for informal recreation and some scheduled activities for all ages.

• Special Use Facilities – Play lots, squares and plazas, public beaches, swimming pools, parkway systems, golf course facilities, greenbelts, drainage ways, trails and any other facilities for which standards are difficult to formulate. The number, location and distribution of Special Use Facilities depend on several factors, including: physical conditions, natural amenities, opportunities for acquisition, and public demand. Their location and size is variable and dependent on specific use.

• Open Space/Nature Areas – Public land set aside for preservation of natural resources and visual aesthetics/buffering, which may include areas for trails and other passive recreation uses.


5.2 City of Stevens Point Developed Parklands 5.2.1 Atwell Park

Location: Jordan Lane between Lindbergh and Soo Marie Avenue

Classification: Neighborhood

Size: 1.4 Acres

Amenities: Playfield

Playground Equipment

Description: This park facility is serving the neighborhood south of Stanley Street in the north-central part of the City. This is largely undeveloped, with the exception of playground equipment and a playfield area.

Opportunities: Upgrade Playground Equipment

5.2.2 Conifer Park Location: Glenwood Drive


Size: 2.2 Acres



Shelter

Description: This park facility is serving the neighborhood east of I-39 and south of Highway 10.



5.2.3 Bukolt Park Location: 101-199 Bukolt Avenue

Classification: Community

Size: 56 Acres

Amenities: Lighted Baseball Diamond

Bathhouse

Boat Ramp

Docking

Green Circle Trail Connection

Horsehoe Pits

Lagoon

Lodge

Playfield


Picnic Area

Restrooms

Skateboard Park

Swimming Area

Volleyball Court

Description: This park is located along the Wisconsin River and includes both active and passive recreation, including a lighted baseball diamond, bathhouse, boat ramp, playground equipment, and skateboard park and volleyball court among others.


Improve beach area


5.2.4 Goerke Memorial Park Location: Sims Avenue


Size: 28 Acres

Amenities: Lighted Ball Diamonds

Basketball

Football Stadium (Community Stadium)

Soccer Field

K.B. Willett Arena (Hockey)

Outdoor Ice Skating & Warming House

Playfield

Recreation Center

Parks and Rec Offices

Restrooms

Running Track

Don Copps Municipal Pool

Tennis Courts

Description: This is a community park serving a variety of interests and activities.

Opportunities:


5.2.5 Hein Park Location: Bounded by Sunset Blvd, Robert St. and Robert Pl.


Size: 1.6 Acres



Description: This park facility is serving the neighborhood surrounding the triangular park parcel.


5.2.6 Koziczkowski Park Location: Southwest end of McDill Pond


Size: 10 Acres

Amenities: McDill Pond access

Nature Area/Reserve

Nature Trail

Playfield


Volleyball Court

Description: This park facility serves the far south central areas of Stevens Point.



5.2.7 Jules Iverson Memorial Park Location: South of Highway 10 along Plover River


Size: 121 Acres

Amenities: Lighted Ball Diamond

Concession Stand

Lodges

Volleyball Courts

Shelters

Outdoor Ice Skating & Warming House


Playfields

Picnic Areas

Two lighted toboggan slides

Lighted sled hills

Nature Center

Beach

Restrooms

Nature Trail

Cross Country Ski Trails

Access to Green Circle Trail




5.2.8 McGlachlin Park Location: South of STH 66 at Clark Street divide

Classification: Special

Size: 2.5 Acres

Amenities: Fountain/Reflection Pool

Sitting Areas

Memorial

Welcome Signage

Description: This park facility serves as a Special Use facility.

Opportunities:

Maintain as Green Space

5.2.9 Morton Park Location: South of Patch Street on Michigan Avenue


Size: 2.3 Acres

Amenities: Lighted ball Diamond

Picnic Area

Description: This park facility serves the far south central areas of Stevens Point.



5.2.10 Mead Park Location: North of Highway 66 on west side of Wisconsin River


Size: 15.6 Acres

Amenities: Lighted Ball Diamond

Two Lighted Tennis Courts

Horseshoe Pits

Volleyball Court

Shelters


Playfields

Picnic Areas

Beach

Restrooms

Docking Area

Disc Golf Course

Description: This is a community park serving a variety of interests and activities. This is also home to the KASH (Kids are Special Here) Playground.


Upgrade Beach


5.2.11 Pfiffner Pioneer Park Location: East side of Wisconsin River north of Main Street Bridge


Size: 9.8 Acres

Amenities: Lagoon

Band Shell

Volleyball Courts

Shelters


Playfields

Picnic Areas

Walking/Biking Trail

Gazebos

Beach

Restrooms

Lodge

Boat Slips

Boat Launch


Riverfront Arts Center

Future Site of Cultural Commons

Description: This is a special use park and is home to the annual Riverfront Rendezvous. The size and variety of activities available at this facility could classify this as a Community Park. The proximity to downtown Stevens Point has been a topic of interest in drawing increased connectivity to businesses.

Opportunities: Future site of Cultural Commons

Upgrade Playground Equipment


5.2.12 Zenoff Park Location: Northwest side of City, south of I-39/Highway 10


Size: 16 Acres

Amenities: Three lighted ball diamonds

Concession Stand


Playfields

Picnic Areas

Lighted volleyball court

Lighted Batting Cage

Restrooms





5.2.13 Parkwood Park Location: Feltz Avenue


Size: 1.8 Acres

Amenities: Playground Equipment

Playfield


Description: This park facility serves southern Stevens Point, east of McDill Pond

Opportunities: Update Playground Equipment

5.2.14 Plover River Park Location: northeast corner of McDill Pond


Size: 15.5 Acres

Amenities: Nature Trail

Nature Reserve

Water Access


Description: This park facility serves south-central Stevens Point, east of McDill Pond.

Opportunities:


5.2.15 River Woods Park Location: southwest side of McDill Pond


Size: 2.7 Acres



Description: This park facility serves a small area of Stevens Point surrounded by McDill Pond and its flowage area.

Opportunities:

5.2.16 Slomann Park Location: west of Wisconsin River, south of STH 66


Size: 2.7 Acres

Amenities: Picnic Area


Playfield

Description: This park facility serves the neighborhood west of the Wisconsin River and south of STH 66.



5.2.17 Texas Park Location: southcentral Stevens Point, south of STH 66


Size: 3.7 Acres

Amenities: Ball Diamond

Basketball

Volleyball Court


Playfield

Description: This park facility serves the area immediately west of Park Ridge, south of STH 66.


5.2.18 Veteran’s Memorial Park Location: southwest east of Wisconsin River on Churchhill Street


Size: 1.1 Acres

Amenities: Formal Gardens

Picnic Area


Playfield

Description: This park facility serves the southern area of Stevens Point near the Wisconsin River.

Opportunities Upgrade Playground Equipment


5.2.19 Whitetail Park Location: northern Stevens Point, west of airport


Size: 13.9 Acres

Amenities: Access to Green Circle Trail

Disc Golf

Description: This park facility serves the area immediately west of Park Ridge, south of STH 66.

Opportunities:

5.2.20 Yulga Park Location: west of airport

Classification: Neighborhood/Special Area

Size: 26.1 Acres

Amenities: Disc Golf


Picnic Areas

Nature Trail

Description: This park is a disc golf destination, and also serves the needs of northern residents, west of the airport.


Create Park Master Plan


5.2.21 Village Green Park Location: southeastern Stevens Point


Size: 5.4 Acres


Picnic Areas

Description: This park facility serves the residents of far southeastern Stevens Point.


5.2.22 Village Green Natural Area Location: southeastern Stevens Point abutting I-39.


Size: 2.7 Acres

Amenities: Natural Area

Description: This park facility serves as a buffer from I-39.

Opportunities: Maintain as natural area.


5.2.23 East Oaks Park Location: eastern Stevens Point, north of STH 10


Size: 1.4 Acres


Picnic Area

Walking Trail

Description: This park facility serves the residents of far eastern Stevens Point.


5.2.24 Godfrey & Maybelle Erickson Nature Area Location: southwest side of McDill Pond

Classification: Special Area

Size: 5.4 Acres

Amenities: Natural Area

Description: This park facility serves as a birding area.

Opportunities: None identified within the planning period.


5.2.25 Plover Hills 1 Location: east central, north of Park Ridge


Size: 1.8 Acres

Amenities: Green Space Description: This park facility serves Plover Hills residential area.

Opportunities:

Maintain as Green Space.

5.2.26 Plover Hills 2 Location: east central, north of Park Ridge


Size: 0.5 Acres

Amenities: Green Space

Description: This park facility serves as green space in the triangular road separation space.

Opportunities:

Maintain as Green Space.

5.2.27 Rice Street Location: west of McDill Pond


Size: 0.8 Acres

Amenities: Water Access Description: This park facility provides access to a flowage linking to the McDill Pond.

Opportunities:

Maintain as water access linkage


5.2.28 Admiral Grant Park Location: East side of Wisconsin River, south of Main Street Bridge


Size: 1.8 Acres


Description: This park facility serves the area south of downtown.

Opportunities: Maintain as key downtown park and water access area.

5.2.29 Parkdale Park Location: East side of City, north of Hwy 10


Size: 22 Acres


Description: This park facility serves the far east side of the City, and is anticipated to serve areas of future residential growth.

Opportunities:

Maintain as parkland. Develop as residential demand increases.


5.2.30 McDill Disc Golf Park Location: northwest side of McDill Pond

Classification: Specialty

Size: 16 Acres

Amenities: Disc Golf Course

Description: This park serves as a destination for Disc Golf within the City.

Opportunities Ongoing maintenance.

Improved entryway signage and parking area.

5.2.31 Stevens Point Dog Park Location: East side of Wisconsin River southern portion of City

Classification: Specialty

Size: 30 Acres

Amenities: Fenced in dog park.

Description: This park facility is the only dog park in the City.

Opportunities Maintain.


5.2.32 Sculpture Park – 20 Acres Location: Adjacent (south) of Zenoff Park

Classification: Open Space

Size: 20-Acres

Amenities: Trails and art displays

Description: The Stevens Point Sculpture Park is located on 20-acres that is connected to the Green Circle Trail and located just south of Zenoff Park. There are trails that connect local, regional and national artist’s pieces of work. This is run by an independent organization and coordinated by a volunteer community managing board.

Opportunities:

Continue to incorporate local art and artists.

5.2.33 Rogers Park Location: East and West of I39 adjacent to the Plover River


Size: 38-Acres

Amenities:

Green Space

Green Circle Trail

Water Access

Description: This Park serves as part of the Green Circle.

Opportunities: Water Access


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Number Park Name

1 Atwel l Park 2 Bukolt Park 3 Hein Park 4 Iverson Park 5 Mead Pa rk 6 Morton Park 7 Pfi ffner Pioneer Park 8 Plover Hi lls Park

9 Plover River Pa rk 10 Riverwoods Park 11 Slomann Park 12 Texas Pa rk 13 Zenoff Park

Parkwood Park

Erickson Natura l Area 21 Rice Street Na tural Area 22 Schmeeckle Reserve 23 Goerke Park 24 Mclachl i n Park

25 Veteran's Memori al Pa rk 26 Stevens Point Dog Park 27 Coni fer Park 28 McDi ll Disc Golf 29 Whitetai l Park 30 Vi llage Green Park

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5.3 Green Circle Trail The Green Circle Trail is a 27-mile scenic hiking and biking trail that loops through the Stevens Point area and connects with over 45 miles of additional trails. The trail follows the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers, where Stevens Point began as a logging community.

A map of the Green Circle Trail follows. All urban residents are within 10 minutes of the trail system, and yet, more than 80 percent of the Green Circle travels through secluded parks and natural areas. Road rights-of-way are utilized in locations where no other alternative exists.


The trail is broken up into segments – any of which are moderate in length and offer unique opportunities throughout the Stevens Point area. This facility continues to evolve, and has grown significantly since originally constructed in the mid-90’s.

5.4 City of Stevens Point Undeveloped Parklands The City has several parcels of land that have been dedicated to the City, many of which are the result of the City’s Subdivision Ordinance and the parkland dedication requirement. Many of these sites are not large enough, well-located and accessible, or environmentally constrained from active programming. Below is a list of the undeveloped parklands.

Moses Creek Corridor – 80 Acres This is located in the northern portion of the City, west of the airport and STH 66. This is largely wetland and undevelopable, however the Green Circle Trail crosses through this area via boardwalk.

Plover Hills 1 – 1.8 Acres Plover Hills 1 is bounded by Simonis Street and Sunset Fork residential areas. Due to its size, it is planned to remain undeveloped and unprogrammed.

North Iverson Park – 3 Acres Bounded by Hwy 66 and Ridge Court, this portion is north of main Iverson Park with Hwy 66 dividing the sections. Access to the site is poor, but will be connected via the Green Circle Trail.

Plover Hills 2 and 3 – 0.15 Acres These two areas consist of islands in the roadways that have been dedicated to the City. They are too small to develop and are located in potentially hazardous areas.

Rice Street and Channel Drive – 0.8 Acres This site is too small to develop, but there is access to the McDill Pond flowage.

Zinda Park – 3.7 Acres Located adjacent to Jackson School on Zinda Drive, this park provides green space, but is primarily wetlands that prevent its further development.

Rogers Park - ~ 18 Acres Adjacent to the Plover River, south of I-39 and near the intersection of STH 66, this land will be developed as part of the Green Circle Trail area.


Former Soo Line Railroad Land - ~0.3 Acres This land is south of Monroe Street and East of Church Street. Due to its small size, poor location, and potential liability concerns, the development of this is not likely.

Former Jelich Family Property - ~23 Acres This site has been converted to the Sculpture Park, which is discussed in a future section.

Former Harrer Property Land northeast of the airport along the Plover River. This land was purchased with the intent of preserving the Big Plover River Corridor.

Former Guzman Property - ~ 0.15 Acres Located on the corner of West Whitney Street and Cornell Avenue, this land was donated to provide a buffer between Mead Park and the neighbors.

Former Wisconsin Central Limited Railroad Property – 1 Acre Located north of Edgewater Manor and south of Clark Street, between the Wisconsin River and Water Street. This was purchased with the intent of preservation of the Wisconsin River corridor and an extension of the Green Circle Trail.

Sunnycrest Drive/Hwy 66 – 1.61 Acres Anticipated to remain undeveloped and to serve the Green Circle Trail development.

Former DOT Property - .04 Acres This land was deeded to the City as part of the Hwy. 66 project for relocating the pay phone area lost during construction.

Town of Hull Property – 2.4 Acres Land was donated to the Town of Hull for park purposes, and then annexed into the City.

Former Zurawski Property – 5.23 Acres Property along the Plover River that was purchased as part of the Plover River protection program. Former Stora Enso Property – 15.1 Acres Property located at the corner of CTH HH and West River Drive. The Green Circle Trail runs through the property.

Former Stora Enso Property – 38.1 Acres Property located approximately 400 feet south of the CTH HH and West River Drive intersection. The Green Circle Trail runs through the property.

West River Park – 76.1 Acres Property is located adjacent to the STORA ENSO property on West River Drive. The Green Circle Trail runs through the western edge of the property.

Former Koltz/Kitt Property – 0.3 Acres This property was purchased as part of the Riverfront Plan, and is located on the east side of the Wisconsin River, north of the Clark Street Bridge.


5.5 School Recreational Facilities While not City-owned, primary schools typically include outdoor recreation facilities that consist of playfields, playground equipment and often times athletic fields and/or courts. While the primary purpose of these facilities is t2o serve the students attending the schools, the public can often utilize these facilities outside of school or activity hours.

5.6 Institutional Lands \Institutional lands are properties either owned by the City or other non-profit groups, and are either utilized for, or have the potential to be utilized for recreational purposes in and around Stevens Point.

Boy Scouts of America – Camp Fletcher – 171 Acres This property is owned by the City and is undeveloped, yet available for day camp and overnight use by the Boy Scouts groups. This area is generally located northeast of the Isaac Walton League area.

Isaac Walton League – 149 Acres The Isaac Walton League lands are located adjacent to the airport. Access is via membership basis, which is open to the public. The group is community-service and natural resource oriented. Available facilities include rifle, trap and archery ranges, a clubhouse and access to the Plover River.

Stevens Point Well Field Lands – 282 Acres The Stevens Point well field lands, located along the Plover River and adjacent to the airport, are undeveloped with the exception of municipal wells. Land in this area is protected under the City’s wellhead protection zone to preserve water quality. The Green Circle Trail travels through these lands and connects the airport to Iverson Park.

Stevens Point Airport Buffer Lands – 192 Acres The Stevens Point airport buffer lands are northeast and west of the airport and are City-owned. The lands are generally undeveloped, with the Green Circle Trail running through the property. These lands are reserved to prevent development that would be a hindrance to air traffic operations.

Verso There are 330 acres of Verso lands in the City. About 140 acres are along the east bank of the Wisconsin River on Riverview Avenue. Access is available to the public. West of the River, there are over 1,000 acres of Verso lands that extend into the Town of Linwood. Again – the parcels are undeveloped and access to the public is provided.

Wisconsin Public Service – 155 Acres WPS lands are undeveloped and is adjacent to Verso lands in the southwest part of the City. Lands are open to the public with the exception of the electrical substation located on-site.

YMCA – 6.5 Acres The YMCA playfields are located along Prentice and Franklin Streets and are used for football, baseball and soccer activities.


University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point Facilities The University is a major influence within the City – and this carries into the outdoor recreational facilities as well. The University’s outdoor recreation facilities are prioritized for development and use as follows:

1. University outdoor class facilities 2. University teams, clubs and organizations and intramurals 3. Public uses such as organizations, leagues or open play.

Because priority is given to campus use, University facilities are listed as semipublic rather than public facilities.

UWSP Foundation Lands UWSP Foundation lands are located in six Wisconsin counties and combine for well over 1,700 acres. One UWSP Foundation land holding is in Stevens Point: McDonald Island. This is located on the Wisconsin River and is approximately 30 acres. The University uses the island as an outdoor teaching laboratory.

The UWSP Foundation parcel in the Town of Hall is located on Northpoint Drive directly east of the Schmeeckle Reserve. This is often considered an undeveloped extension of the Schmeeckle Reserve.

Schmeeckle Reserve Schmeeckle Reserve is located within the campus of UW-Stevens Point. With over 280 acres and over 5-miles of trails and boardwalks, and Lake Joanis (27 acres), this area provides several environmentally sensitive habitats that support many wildlife species.

The Schmeeckle Reserve has facilities that include a visitor center, the Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame, shelter, a 1/2 mile wheel chair and vision-impaired hiking trail, microenvironmental study plot, observation tower, and fitness and walking trails. A map of this area follows.


Campus Facilities On-campus facilities include a variety of activities, including a baseball diamond, softball field, track and hockey field, tennis courts, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, football practice field, rugby field, and lighted football/rugby fields.

Youth Sports Area The Portage County Youth Sports area is located on Badger Avenue north of Highway 10. This facility has multiple soccer fields as well as indoor ice arena. The Portage County Youth Soccer Association and Portage County Youth on Ice groups heavily utilize these facilities.

5.7 Private and Commercial Recreational Lands Stevens Point Country Club The Stevens Point Country Club is located in the Town of Hull, adjacent to the City limits. This is a private, member-only facilities that has an 18-hole golf course, pool and splash pad, family activity center, tennis, pickle ball and basketball courts, and bar/lounges.

Sentry World Sports Center The Sentry World Sports Center is located on the north side of the City, is open to the public, and contains an 18-hole championship golf course, six indoor tennis courts, six outdoor tennis courts, driving range, putting green, pro-shop, restaurant and private meeting rooms.

Wisconsin River Golf Club The Wisconsin River Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course with a driving range, pro-shop and restaurant. This facility is open to the public.

Stevens Point Curling Club The Stevens Point Curling Club has a facility within the Stevens Point Country Club property. This growing club group is planning to construct a new facility in Lake Pacawa Park in Plover.


6 Standards The City of Stevens Point previously has used the Classification System for Local and Regional Recreation and Open Space developed by the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA). Recognizing that each community is unique, the NRPA has ended the publication of these standards. However, for a community that historically strived to develop up to the NRPA standards, it is still relevant to evaluate how close the City is to meeting those.

6.1 Mini Parks A mini-park generally addresses specific recreation or open space needs, such as tots or senior citizens. These have service areas that are quite small – generally less than 1/4 mile. NRPS standards called for 1/4 to 1/2 an acre per 1,000 residents.

6.2 Neighborhood Parks Neighborhood parks are considered the basic unit of a community’s park system. These generally serve between 1/4 and 1/2 mile, are generally 5+ acres in size, and have a variety of activities, including open space as well as programmed areas.

NRPA standards called for between 1 to 2 acres of neighborhood parkland per 1,000 residents.

6.3 Community Parks Community parks provide diverse areas of use and environmental quality. These may be developed to preserve natural areas, as well as provide for intense areas of use. These facilities typically contain at least 20 acres of space, and NRPA guidelines call for 5-8 acres per 1,000 residents.

6.4 Regional Parks Regional parks are often much larger than community parks and are often connecting or including natural resources.

6.5 Special Use Areas The City has several special use areas. These are typically developed for specialized or single use areas.

6.6 Conservancy Areas These areas should be developed to protect and manage the natural/cultural environmental, with recreational use as a secondary objective.

6.7 Stevens Point Standards Evaluation The City is currently close to the NRPA standards based solely on acreage however, there are some challenges associated with meeting those standards. It is also important to realize that much of the acreage is not programmed- and is undeveloped space – whereas many of the standards are based upon developed and programmed acreage.


Developed Acreage Recommended per NRPA Standards

Community Neighborhood Special Use

Year Population/Projection NRPA Existing

Overage/Shortage NRPA Existing

Overage/Shortage NRPA Existing

2010 26,717 213.7 116.6 -97.1 53.4 36 -17.4

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2020 28,420 227.4 116.6 -110.8 56.8 36 -20.8

2030 29,640 237.1 116.6 -120.5 59.3 36 -23.3

2040 30,150 241.2 116.6 -124.6 60.3 36 -24.3 Source: NRPA, US Census and American Community Survey With continued population growth, the City will not be able to meet the NRPA standard. Further development of existing Community Parks, and development of additional Neighborhood Parks, in strategic locations that help mitigate the park gap should be evaluated.

It is imperative that neighborhoods be able to adequately access the neighborhood parks nearest them. Based on acreage, Stevens Point has an adequate supply of Neighborhood parkland. However – there access challenges that impede residents access to their nearest facility. Some of these challenges include safely crossing major roadways, including Clark Street, I-39, and other major arterials, crossing the railroad tracks, crossing waterways, and others. In theory, parks should be able to serve a population within a radius of the park boundaries, but people cannot travel “as the crow flies,” and service areas are not as cleanly delineated as a simple radius.

There is also a significant park gap in the urban core of the City. This area is densely populated, but there is no park readily accessible by these residents. To adequately serve these residents would likely require the development of several parks within this area.

The City has significant geographic development constraints. For future expansion, the City will be generally forced to grow to the east and northeast. The southern border of the City abuts the Village of Plover, and the western expansion area is constrained by the river and major wetlands. The City can proactively develop additional parkland facilities – or identify areas that would make good recreational opportunities proactively to adequately serve the incremental growth of the City.


6.8 Organized Activity Standards Standards for basic needs of organized sporting activities help to establish a quality sporting experience. These standards help to regulate reservation of facilities, and to ensure that organized activities and events have facilities that meet their demands. The standards have been established by Stevens Point Parks and Recreation Department, and are utilized as policy standards for scheduling the reservation of facilities.

ACTIVITY STANDARD

Baseball 1 game per field per night 4 games per field per week

Softball 4 games per field per night 23 games per field per week

Swimming Beach 49 hours per beach per week Swimming Pool 49 hours per pool per week

Tennis Lighted, singles 10 people per court per night 50 people per court per week

Unlighted, singles 6 people per court per night 30 people per court per week

Volleyball 80 people per court per day


6.9 Space Standards The following space standards were developed by the National Parks Association as developed facility standards. These help to ensure that activities have adequate space for proper use, and that the physical overlap of programmed space does not occur or interfere with one another.

These space standards should be considered the minimum necessary to develop these activities. These uses should not be developed on sites smaller than the minimum standard.

SUGGESTED OUTDOOR FACILITY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

Activity Format Recommended Size and

Dimensions

Recommended Space

Requirements

Recommended Orientation

Service Radius and Location Notes

Badminton Singles--17' x 44' Doubles-20' x 44' with 5' unobstructed area on both sides

1622 sq. ft. Long axis north - south

1/4-1/2 mile. Usually in school recreation center or church facility. Safe walking or biking or biking access.

Basketball 46' - 50' x 84' 2400-3036 sq. ft. Long axis north - 1/4-1/2 mile. Same 1. Youth 50' x 84' 5040-7280 sq. ft. south badminton. Outdoor

2. High School 50' x 94' with 5' 5600-7980 sq. ft. neighborhood/commu 3. Collegiate unobstructed space

parks, plus active

sides. areas in other park settings.

Handball (3-4 wall) 20' x 40' with a minimum of 10' to rear of 3-wall court. Minimum 20' overhead clearance.

800 sq. ft. for 4- wall, 1000 sq. ft. for 3-wall.

Long axis is north - south. Front wall at north end.

15 - 30 min. travel time, 4-wall usually indoor as part of multi-purpose building. 3-2 all usually in park or school setting.

Ice Hockey Rink 85' x 200' (Min. 85' x 185') Additional 5000 22,000 sq. ft. including support area.

22,000 sq. ft. including support area.

Long axis is north - south if outdoors.

1/2 - 1 hour travel time. Climate important consideration affecting no. of units. Best as part of multipurpose facility.

Tennis 36' x 78'. 12 ft. clearance on both ends.

Min. of 7,200 sq. ft. single court area (2 acres per complex)

Long axis north - south

1/4-1/2 mile. Best in batteries of 2 - 4. Located in neighborhood/community park or near school site.

Volleyball 30' x 60'. Minimum of 6' clearance on all sides.

Minimum 4,000 sq. ft.

Long axis north - south

1/2 - 1 mile.




Dimensions

Recommended Space

Requirements



Baseball 1. Official

2. Little League

Baselines - 90' Pitching distance-60.5' Foul lines - min. 320' Center field - 400'+

Baselines - 60' Pitching distance - 46' Foul lines - 200' Center field - 200' - 250'

3.0 - 3.85 A min.

1.2 A min.

Locate home plate so pitcher is not throwing across sun, and batter not facing it. Line from home plate through pitcher’s mound to run east- northeast.

1/4-1/2 mile. Part of neighborhood complex. Lighted fields part of community complex.

Field Hockey 180' x 300' with a minimum of 10' clearance on all sides.

Minimum 1.5 A Fall season - Long axis northwest or southeast. For longer periods, north/south

15 - 30 minute travel time. Usually part of baseball, football, soccer complex in community park or adjacent to high school.

Football 160' x 360' with a minimum of 6' clearance on all sides.

Minimum 1.5 A Same as field hockey.

15 - 30 min. travel time. Same as field hockey.

Soccer 195' to 225' x 330' to 360' with 10' minimum clearance on all sides.

1.7 - 2.1 A Same as field hockey.

1 - 2 miles. Number of units depends on popularity. Youth popularity. Youth soccer on smaller fields adjacent to fields or neighborhood parks.

Golf - Driving Range

900' x 690' wide. Add 12' width each additional tee.

13.5 A for min. of 25 tees.

Long axis is southwest - northeast with golfer driving northeast.

30 minute travel time. Park of golf course complex. As separate unit may be privately operated.

1/4 mile running track

Over-all width - 276' length - 600'. Track width for 8 - 4 lanes is 32'.

4.3 A Long axis in sector from north to south to northwest - southeast, with finish line at north end.

15 - 30 minute travel time. Usually part of a high school or community park complex in combination with football, soccer, etc.




Dimensions

Recommended Space

Requirements



Softball Baselines - 60' pitching distance - 45' men. 40' women Fast pitch field radius from plate - 225' Slow pitch - 275' (men) 250' (women)

1.5 - 2.0 A Same as baseball. in dimensions for 16".

1/4-1/2 mile. Slight difference. May also be used for youth baseball.

Multiple use court (basketball, tennis, etc.)

120' x 80' 9,840 sq. ft. Long axis of court with primary use north and south.

1 - 2 miles, in neighborhood or community parks.

Archery range 300' length x minimum 10' between targets. Roped, clear area on side of range minimum 30', clear space behind targets minimum of 90' x 45' with bunker.

Minimum 0.65 A Archer facing north + or - 45 degrees.

30 minutes travel time. Part of a regional/metro complex.

Golf 1. Par 3

(18 hole)

2. 9-hole standard

3. 18-hole standard

Average length varies -600 - 2700 yards.

Average length 2250 yards

Average length 6500 yards.

50 - 60 A

Minimum of 50 A

Minimum 110

yards

Majority of holes on north/south axis

1/2 - 1 hour travel time

9-hole course can accommodate 350 people/day

500 - 550 people/day.

Course may be located in community, district or regional/metro park.




Dimensions

Recommended Space

Requirements



Swimming pools Teaching - min. 25 yards by 45' even depth of 3-4 ft.

Competitive - min. 25 m x 16 m. Min. of 25 sq. ft. water surface per swimmer. Ration of 2 to 1 deck to water.

Varies on size of pool and amenities. Usually 1 - 2 A sites.

None, but care must be taken in siting life stations in relation to afternoon sun.

15 to 30 minutes travel time. Pools for general community use should be planned for teaching competitive and recreational purposes with enough to accommodate 1m and 3m diving boards. Located in community park or school site.

Beach areas Beach area should have 50 sq. ft. of land and 50 sq. ft. of water per user. Turnover rate is 3. There should be a 3-4 A supporting area per A of beach.

N/A N/A 1/2 to 1 hour travel time. Should have a sand bottom with a maximum slope of 5 percent. Boating areas completely segregated from swimming areas. In regional/metro parks.


7 Service Areas Ideally, every resident within a community should be no more than a 10-minute walk from a park. This is equivalent to roughly 1/4 mile. As shown on the following map, most of Stevens Point residents are within a 1/4 mile of a park with one very large exception in the urban core of the City.

The yellow areas surrounding the existing park facilities represent this 1/4 mile walk. However – there are significant challenges to accessing a few of the City’s parks, such as major transportation corridors, rail lines, and waterways. Improving the “park gap” is one of the identified improvements in the following section.


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Morton Park Pfiffner Pioneer Park Plover Hi II s Park Plover River Park

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8 Issues and Opportunities 8.1 Accomplishments

Since the 2010 and the previous version of this plan, the City has accomplished several of the identified goals from the prior plan. It is important to look back and celebrate the accomplishments while planning for the next five years!

• Historical and cultural aspects of the City have been receiving more attention, including the development of several historic districts. Additional historical information is available regarding the prior uses of many of the City parks, and in particular Iverson Park.

• The former landfill has been converted to a Dog Park. • Bukolt Park is home to skate board apparatus. • The Sculpture Park is open to the public. • The City has continued to provide exceptional facilities to a wide audience – as

evidenced by the survey results. • The City has continued to develop good partnerships and relationships with key

organizations that also provide and offer park and recreation-type facilities. • The City has identified that they currently have 24 sets of playground equipment that is

20 or more years old. There is a significant need to replace these sets of equipment before they become a liability rather than an asset. Playground equipment will average about $50,000 per set.

8.2 General Issues and Opportunities The survey, public participation workshop and discussions with the Park Board has led to the following summary observations for the short-term future of City parks:

1. The City of Stevens Point may not have an adequate supply of land to meet park and open space needs for the 2018-2022 growth period.

2. The larger Stevens Point-Portage County area has an abundance of environmental assets and diverse open spaces which greatly facilitate the recreation and open space needs of Stevens Point residents, thereby easing the burden on City government to solely satisfy such needs.

3. Stevens Point residents have access to parks, recreation and open spaces in addition to City-provided facilities. These are provided by Portage County Parks Department and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

4. The Stevens Point school system and the UW-SP contribute a wide range of outdoor recreation, open space and other leisure time facilities. The magnitude of these opportunities in relation to the size of the community is a distinct advantage in adding to the quality of life for local residents.

5. The private sector contributes significant open space and recreational facilities which are available to the general public.

6. The City of Stevens Point is located at the merging point of the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers. These environmental corridors are a natural resource which offers special assets to the park system, associated with river amenities and opportunities for future quality park development. Water and shoreline habitat along the river edge is important for plant and animal diversity, aesthetics and migration.


7. There is a need to give greater attention to recreational pursuits which are enjoyed by residents, and to provide a recreational system that serves all populations and needs.

8. The City of Stevens Point should continue to take advantage of unique opportunities to focus on the historical and cultural aspects of the community, as they relate to the current and future parks throughout the city.

9. The City should obtain ownership or ownership rights to any lands within the City that the Green Circle Trail currently uses, through either an easement or purchase.

10. Continue to work with Dog Park Committee on improvements at the dog park.

11. Continue to work with the Skate Board Committee to make improvements to the Skateboard Park.

12. Continue to work with the Sculpture Park Committee to make improvements to the existing facility.

13. There is desire for renewed beach/swimming area improvements.

14. Additional waterfront amenities – dockage, food, etc. is desired.

15. Significant desire to close the “park gap.” There is a large area of the urban core of the City that does not have convenient access to a nearby park facility.

16. Trails and connectivity continue to be a major point of emphasis. The Green Circle Trail is seen as a huge community asset – however – it is a challenge to access the trail from some parts of the City. In particular, these areas include east of I-39 and crossing the Plover River. Increased wayfinding/access signage would be helpful for directions to get to the trail from challenging points within the City.

17. Emerson property should be strategically evaluated for acquisition and development.

18. Increased demand for funds are creating major challenges. Finding unique, creative ways to financing improvements is critical for sustainable growth. Opportunities that should be evaluated include:

a. Partnerships with local organizations, including the School District, YMCA, UW-SP, neighboring Towns, etc.

b. Business partnerships and sponsorships.

c. Tourism Commission partnering and coordination with room tax funding.

d. Increasing volunteerism.

e. Increasing fees – particularly boat launch fees.

f. Creating a “Friends of the Parks” organization.

1. Many facilities serving indoor recreation activities are aging and will be requiring significant capital investments.

19. Demand for additional green space.

a. Opportunities include the Former WPS property across Crosby Avenue from Pfiffner Pioneer Park.

8.3 Stevens Point Park Specific Issues and Opportunities Bukolt Park

• Review the relocation of City garage.


• If garage is to remain, landscape to blend in the garage to park-setting. • Follow Park Master Plan. • Adaptive reuse for Bathhouse.

Goerke Park • Landscaping barriers to create buffers between active recreation and adjacent residential

uses. • Primarily used as community sports center. • Aquatic Facility update study.

Iverson Park • Replace dead or dying trees and/or landscape. • Channel improvements from increased levels of runoff. • Park is a prime area for canoeists. • Develop a comprehensive plant and wildlife inventory and Master Plan.

Koziczkowski Park • Strategic location for continuance of greenbelt area along Plover River. • Key location for servicing surrounding neighborhoods in an otherwise isolated area. • Power lines throughout Park limit development. • Create buffers with neighboring residential uses through creative landscaping. • Work with Audubon Society on park maintenance.

Mead Park • Limited swimming area in need of repair. • Possible expansion onto Verso property. • River’s edge trail concept should be studied.

Atwell Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Hein Park • Create buffers for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. • Continue playground and equipment replacement program.

Morton Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program. • Improve ball diamond area

Slomann Park • Improve drainage to minimize play area saturation during wet weather.


Texas Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

McGlachlin Park • Key location is an entrance to the City and can provide a “first impression” of the City. • Historical character of City is reflected throughout facility.

Riverwoods Park • While small in size and currently undeveloped, this facility provides good access to the

water.

Veteran’s Memorial Park • Special use site is a visible attraction for the City. • Serves as green space and train-watching site.

Plover River Park • Explore access to McDill Pond • Topographic conditions prevent extensive development of this facility.

Pfiffner/Pioneer Park • Follow Master Plan

Zenoff Park • Visibility from I-39 provides excellent image of City. • Excellent softball fields attract national competitions to the City.

Sculpture Park • Continue to coordinate on the development and integration of Sculpture Park.

Green Circle Trail • Continue to develop trail extensions, with particular attention being paid to the East side

of the City, crossing the Plover River, and connections to the Downtown. • Consider increasing trail access point wayfinding.

Conifer Park • Develop park in accordance with neighborhood plan.

Parkwood Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Yulga Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Whitetail Park • Continue to improve disc golf course.

East Oaks Park • Continue coordination with the Town of Hull.

Soo Line Property • Follow current adopted plan.


Admiral Grant Park • Coordinate with Pfiffner/Pioneer and Bukolt Park on the Downtown/Riverfront planning.

Parkdale Park • Reserve for future development with appropriate residential growth.

McDill Disc Golf • Maintain existing Disc Golf course.

Stevens Point Dog Park • Maintain the existing facility.

Eastwood Park • Coordinate with Town as appropriate for ongoing upkeep.

Pleasant View Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Rogers Park

• Reroute Green Circle through western portion of the park.


9 Improvement Program 2018-2022 The Parks Improvement Program identifies general recommendations for improving the quality and accessibility of Stevens Point’s outdoor parks and recreation system. The improvements identified within this plan, and endorsed by the City of Stevens Point does not commit the City to implement the projects at this time. This document is meant to be a guiding document for City leaders to address proposed development and improvements to the City’s parks system for 2018-2022.

9.1 General Improvements • Lands between Highway 66W and I-39 should be acquired for development as part of the

Green Circle Trail. • The Lynch, former Friday and former Rachick properties adjacent to Bukolt Park should

be acquired if they become available. • Utilization of the City’s wellfield property for recreation should be continued and

expanded. • The lowland area of the landfill should be left as a wetland area and wildlife habitat. • The City, County Parks Department, other governmental agencies and Stevens Point

Public School system should continue cooperation in planning parks, open spaces and recreational facilities and programs.

• Develop a neighborhood park, south of Clark Street, west of Division Street and east of the Wisconsin River. This will mitigate the park gap that currently exists within this area.

• Develop a park in the Riverview/Whiting Avenue area on the south side of Riverview Avenue between Echo Dells and the Wisconsin River to address the recreational needs of this new segment of Stevens Point.

• Support the future expansion of Schmeeckle Reserve. • Develop a Community Park and several neighborhood parks east of I-39. Strong

consideration should be given to the area east of Brilowski, south of Highway 10, north of Old 18 and west of County J. This area should have at least two small parks, one large community park and a trail system linking them. This trail should link to the Green Circle Trail through the County Industrial Park.

• Develop a trail system along Country Club Road/Hoover to connect the existing Highway 66 bike trail adjacent to Iverson Park to the established Hoover Road bike trail in the Village of Plover.

• The City should consider acquiring land and/or easements for recreational purposes lands adjacent to the Plover River, Wisconsin River and Moses Creek area upstream from Michigan Avenue as it becomes available.

• Work with the School District on developing a park on the former Emerson School property.

• Support current and any future Bike/Ped, Riverfront, Green Circle Plans as adopted by the Common Council.

• Work on better identifying current public access along the Plover River corridor. • Construct an underpass for the Green Circle Trail under the Canadian National tracks

near the Wisconsin River and Wisconsin Street. • Convert any abandoned rails to trails.

• The lighting of trails and other amenities should be done conservatively in recognition of maintaining Dark Skies.


9.2 Stevens Point – Park Specific Improvements Bukolt Park

• Consider update to Riverfront Plan. Given the recent improvements, private andpublic/institutional investments recently in downtown Stevens Point, the planning efforts to connect the riverfront and Bukolt Park to downtown should be re-evaluated.

• Continue to make efforts to prevent shoreline erosion.

Goerke Park • Improve entrance road for clarity, including using landscaping to better delineate the

entrance from the parking area. • Create buffer between parking and western edge of Park.• Improve signage.• Develop plans for improvements to the Aquatic Facility.

Iverson Park • Continue tree plantings.• Improve abandoned wellhouse.• Inventory wildlife and plant species.• Develop interpretive trails/natural areas.• Re-establish channels through the park as needed.• Replace the current restroom near open shelter and ball diamond.

Koziczkowski Park • Continue to work with the Audubon Society to develop a birding area.

Mead Park • Improve the current swimming area.• Develop trail along the Wisconsin River.• Continue to support the Kids Are Special Here (KASH) playground.

Atwell Park • Upgrade equipment as needed.

Hein Park • Develop a Master Plan.

Morton Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.• Buffer and landscape Park.

Slomann Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Texas Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.• Consider installation of perimeter plantings.


McGlachlin Park • Maintain passive, resting aspect of Park.

Riverwoods Park • Preserve open space.

Veteran’s Memorial Park • Buffer south and west side of Park from parking area.• Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Plover River Park • Maintain natural environment of this facility.

Pfiffner/Pioneer Park • Consider update to Riverfront Plan. Given the recent improvements, private and

public/institutional investments recently in downtown Stevens Point, the planning efforts to connect the riverfront and Pfiffner/Pioneer Park to downtown should be re-evaluated.

• Purchase or obtain a long-term easement of the Wisconsin Public Serviceproperty for future park expansion.

Zenoff Park

• Continue to work with Softball Association on improvements.• Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Jelich Land • Continue to develop and operate Sculpture Park.

Green Circle Trail • Improve security for trail users.• Explore additional trail extensions and converting from rails to trails.• Continue working with the Green Circle Committee on upkeep and maintenance.

Conifer Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Parkwood Park • Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Yulga Park • Develop a Park Master Plan.• Continue playground equipment replacement program.

Whitetail Park • Continue to improve disc golf course.

Continue to support Cultural Commons.•


Soo Line Property • Follow current adopted plan.

Parkdale Park • Develop a Master Plan for the Park.• Work with neighbors and adjacent businesses on phasing in the parks development.

East Oaks Park • Continue coordination with the Town of Hull.• Continue playground equipment replacement program.


10 Project Improvement Estimate The Table on the following page identifies capital improvements identified by the City, as well as a potential timeline and a very rough planning budgeting.


Park CIP Item 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Total

Bukolt

Riverfront Plan $50,000 $50,000 Shoreline Stabilization $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $2,000 $8,000 Beach Improvements $20,000 $20,000 WPA Building Improvements $7,000 $7,000

Goerke Signage/Landscaping $15,000 $15,000 Aquatic Plans $50,000 $50,000

Iverson

Interpretive Trails $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $15,000 Restroom Replacement $200,000 $200,000 Beach Improvements $20,000 $20,000

Mead

Swimming Area Improvement $10,000 $10,000 $20,000

Trail $100,000 $100,000 Beach Improvements $20,000 $20,000

Atwell Equipment Upgrade $8,500 $8,500 Hein Master Plan $10,000 $10,000 Morton Playground Equipment $65,000 $65,000 Slomann Playground Equipment $65,000 $65,000

Texas Landscaping and Playground Equipment $80,000

$80,000 Veteran’s Memorial

Landscaping and Playground Equipment $80,000

$80,000

Pfiffner/Pioneer Riverfront Plan $50,000 $50,000 Acquisition $100,000 $100,000

Zenoff Playground Equipment $65,000 $65,000

Green Circle Trail

Security Improvements $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $5,000 $25,000 Trail Extensions $10,000 $10,000 $10,000 $30,000 Trail Crossings (I-39, River) $100,000 $100,000 $200,000

Wayfinding/Access Signage $4,500 $4,500

Conifer Playground Equipment $65,000 $65,000 Parkwood Playground Equipment $65,000 $65,000

Yulga Master Plan $10,000 $10,000 Playground Equipment $65,000 $65,000

Whitetail Disc Golf Improvements $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 East Oaks Playground Equipment $65,000 $65,000 Parkdale Master Plan $10,000 $10,000

OTHER PROJECTS

Emerson Acquisition $100,000 $100,000 Development - Playground $65,000 $65,000

Various Bike Racks $10,000 $10,000 TBD Indoor Sports Center $1,250,000 $1,250,000 $1,250,000 $1,250,000 $1,250,000 $6,250,000 All Parks Parks App with Event Alerts $10,000 $10,000 Various Acquisition Reserves $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25,000 $125,000

TOTALS $1,564,500 $1,740,000 $1,837,000 $1,619,500 $1,392,000


11 Funding There are multiple sources of available funding that may be used to aid in the cost of completing the above-mentioned projects. Many comments were made regarding the ongoing challenge of having good access to revenue source. Interest was expressed in exploring additional or modified sources of revenue, including user fees with particular emphasis on boat launches. Other potential sources include:

• Grant Funds − WDNR Stewardship funds will aid in enhancement of outdoor, nature-based

recreational improvements. Funding is available for up to 50 percent of eligible expenditures. There are several sub-programs under the Stewardship umbrella, including: o Acquisition and Development of Local Parks (ADLP)

o Urban Rivers

o Urban Green Space

o Land and Water Conservation Fund

o Recreational Trails Act

• Community Development Block Grant – Public Facilities (CDBG-PF) – Currently Stevens Point is “automatically” eligible for Community Development Block Grant funds to improve communities for low-to-moderate income families. When projects are being done that will mitigate health and safety concerns, they may be eligible for CDBG-PF funds. While not typically funding park programs, there may be opportunities where these funds would be available for parks-related improvements. Funds are available for up to 50 percent of eligible activities, capped at $500,000.

• Fundraising • Local Organization – Donations, Volunteerism and/or Advertisements • Individual Donations • Internal City Funds • General Obligation Bonds or Notes • Collaboration with neighboring communities • Possibly room tax funds • User Fees

If financing as outlined above proves unworkable, the City reserves the right to use alternate financing solutions for the projects as they are implemented. Funding for many of the projects identified has not been secured. Project implementation and timeline will be dependent on revenue sources and funding availability.

Appendix A Survey

Dear Resident,

The Stevens Point Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is in the process of updating our current Comprehensive Outdoor Plan for the City of Stevens Point. Below is a short questionnaire we would like to have you and/or your family complete and return in the self-addressed stamped envelope. Your input will help us improve and develop our parks system into the future.

1. In an effort to better understand how much you agree as to the importance of services the City provides as it relates to parks, Recreation and Forestry, please circle the corresponding number as it relates to the statement service below:

“I think it is important for the City of Stevens Point to……”

Strongly

Agree Agree Disagree Strongly

Disagree

1. Provide large parks that serve residents throughout the city with a variety of experiences

4 3 2 1

2. Provide small neighborhood parks (playgrounds, etc.) 4 3 2 1 3. Preserve open space and the environment 4 3 2 1

4. Provide outdoor youth and adult sports fields for baseball, softball, soccer, football, lacrosse, etc.

4 3 2 1

5. Provide walking, hiking, biking and nature trails 4 3 2 1

6. Provide natural areas, including forests, prairies, marshes, lagoons, grassland, etc.

4 3 2 1

7. Provide waterfront parks and beach areas, with facilities for boating, fishing and open space

4 3 2 1

8. Provide indoor sports and recreation facilities (community centers, indoor pools, indoor sports fields and courts)

4 3 2 1

9. Provide outdoor neighborhood swimming pools, splash pads, etc. 4 3 2 1

2. Which THREE of the statements from the list in Question #1 are the MOST IMPORTANT services/facilities for the City to provide for you and members of your household? [Using the numbers in Question #1 above, please write in the numbers below for your 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choices]

1st: _____ 2nd: _____ 3rd: _____

3. Please indicate if YOU or any member of your HOUSEHOLD has a need for each of the parks and recreational FACILITIES listed below (regardless of the provider) by circling YES or NO.

Type of Facility Do You Have a Need for this

Facility? If YES You Have a Need. How Well Are

Your Needs Being Met?

100% 75% 50% 25% 0% Yes No Met Met Met Met Met 1. Walking/hiking/cycling trails (hard surface) Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

2. Walking/hiking/cycling trails (soft-surface) Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

3. Mountain bike trails Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

4. Rec Center (gym, workout rooms, etc.) Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

5. Diamond fields (baseball, softball, etc.) Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

6. Rectangular fields (football, soccer, etc.) Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

7. Skate park Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

8. Small neighborhood parks Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

9. Large regional parks Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

10. Dog park Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

11. Splash pads and spray grounds Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

12. Marina and boat launches Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

13. Swimming beaches Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

14. Playgrounds Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

15. Natural areas Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

16. Outdoor swimming pools Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

17. Wading pools Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

18. Tennis courts Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

19. Disc golf courses Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

20. Sand volleyball courts Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

21. Pavilion and picnic area rentals Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

22. Ice skating rinks Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

23. Cross-country skiing trails Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

24. Basketball courts (full and half) Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

25. Winter Sports Area (toboggan, sledding) Yes No 5 4 3 2 1

4. Which FOUR of the parks and recreation FACILITIES from the list in Question #3 are most important for the City to provide to your household?

1st: _____ 2nd: _____ 3rd: _____ 4th: ______

5. If you had a budget of $1000 for improving the City Parks system how would you allocate the funding among the categories listed below? [Please be sure that your allocation adds up to $1000. $_________ Repair and improve existing parks, trails, natural areas, etc.

$_________ Repair and improve existing sports facilities, community centers, swimming/aquatic facilities, etc.

$_________ Develop new passive recreation facilities (trails, picnicking areas, etc.)

$_________ Develop new active recreation facilities (sports fields, aquatics, etc.)

$_________ Acquire additional parkland or open space $ 1000 TOTAL

6. Listed below are four types of actions that could help to resolve unfunded deferred maintenance and repair issues for existing outdoor and indoor parks, trails, and other related cultural and recreation facilities. Please indicate the ONE action that you most prefer.

_____ (1) Reduce the size of the City park system to match current available funding

_____ (2) Increase tax and fee revenues from various sources to help pay for deferred maintenance and

repair issues

_____ (3) Develop partnerships with for-profit and non-profit agencies to support operations and \

financing of the system

_____ (4) Be part of a Friends Group that raises funds

_____ (5) Not sure

7. There is a section in the plan that deals with problems, needs, opportunities and improvements as they relate to improving the quality of our parks, recreation, and forestry system. Please comment, on the back of this sheet if you need more space on any of these two areas.

a.) Please list any improvements, needs, opportunities and/or problems as they relate to the quality of our

parks, recreation and forestry systems.

b.) Please list some positives you’ve experienced regarding our parks, recreation and forestry system.

8. Which of the Stevens Point parks do you or your family visit? (Please check all that apply.) _____ Bukolt Park _____ Pfiffner Pioneer Park _____ Goerke Park _____ Plover Hills 1 & 2 _____ Iverson Park _____ Green Circle Trail _____ Mead Park _____ Plover River Park _____ Atwell Park _____ Rice Street _____ Hein Park _____ Riverwoods _____ Morton Park _____ Kozickowski Park _____ Slomann Park _____ Zenoff Park _____ Veteran’s Memorial Park _____ Parkwood _____ Texas Park _____ Conifer _____McGlachlin Park _____ Other (please specify online below)) __________________________________________________________________

9. How often do you or your family visit: (Please circle the best answer) Parks Once a year 2-5 times per year 6-10 times per year More than 10 times Never Trails Once a year 2-5 times per year 6-10 times per year More than 10 times Never

10. Our department hosts Riverfront Rendezvous and would how many days you attend: _____ day(s)

Please rank what you like most about the festival (1 to 4 with #1 best being the best):

Activities (Kids Day, Carp Classic, etc.) ___ Food ___ Fireworks ___ Music ___

DEMOGRAPHICS:

11. Counting yourself, how many people are in your household?

Under age 5 ______ Ages 20-24 ______ Ages 55-64 ______ Ages 5-9 ______ Ages 25-34 ______ Ages 65-74 ______ Ages 10-14 ______ Ages 35-44 ______ Ages 75+ ______ Ages 15-19 ______ Ages 45-54 ______

12. What is your age? _______

13. How many years have you lived in Stevens Point? __________ years

14. Your Gender? _____ Male _____ Female _______ prefer not to answer

15. Closest intersection to residence? _____________________________________________________ (example: Michigan Avenue and Sims Avenue)

Thank you for your time.

Sincerely Stevens Point Board of Park Commissioners

Appendix B Survey Results

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0.00%0

0.00%0

0.37%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.74%2

0.00%0

0.37%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

270

23.70

4.55%6

4.55%6

12.88%17

8.33%11

11.36%15

11.36%15

9.09%12

4.55%6

2.27%3

1.52%2

2.27%3

2.27%3

4.55%6

2.27%3

3.79%5

1.52%2

5.30%7

0.76%1

0.76%1

0.76%1

3.03%4

0.76%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.76%1

0.76%1

132

18.77

4.44%6

10.37%14

8.89%12

9.63%13

9.63%13

5.93%8

9.63%13

7.41%10

2.22%3

3.70%5

2.96%4

0.74%1

4.44%6

1.48%2

2.96%4

0.00%0

1.48%2

0.00%0

0.74%1

3.70%5

1.48%2

2.96%4

0.00%0

1.48%2

2.96%4

0.74%1

135

18.39

7.63%9

4.24%5

5.93%7

5.93%7

3.39%4

5.08%6

4.24%5

8.47%10

10.17%12

5.08%6

3.39%4

2.54%3

0.85%1

4.24%5

3.39%4

0.85%1

4.24%5

3.39%4

3.39%4

1.69%2

2.54%3

3.39%4

1.69%2

1.69%2

2.54%3

0.00%0

118

16.50



Mountain biketrails

Rec Center(gym, workou...

Diamond fields(baseball,...

Rectangularfields...

Skate park

Smallneighborhood...

Large regionalparks

Dog park

Splash padsand spray...

Marina andboat launches

Swimmingbeaches

Playgrounds

Natural areas

Outdoorswimming pools

Wading pools

Tennis courts

Disc golfcourses

Sandvolleyball...

Pavilion andpicnic area...

Ice skatingrinks

Cross-countryskiing trails

Basketballcourts (full...

Winter SportsArea (tobogg...

OtherFacilities...

0 10 20 30 40 50

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Total Score

Walking/hiking/cyclingtrails (hard surface)

Walking/hiking/cyclingtrails (soft-surface)

Mountain bike trails

Rec Center (gym,workout rooms, etc.)

Diamond fields(baseball, softball,etc.)



Q5

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6.09%7

2.61%3

6.09%7

6.09%7

6.96%8

6.09%7

7.83%9

10.43%12

10.43%12

5.22%6

0.87%1

3.48%4

0.87%1

4.35%5

1.74%2

0.87%1

3.48%4

2.61%3

1.74%2

2.61%3

1.74%2

1.74%2

0.87%1

2.61%3

1.74%2

115

16.35

0.90%1

1.80%2

3.60%4

4.50%5

2.70%3

4.50%5

7.21%8

5.41%6

6.31%7

9.91%11

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3.60%4

2.70%3

1.80%2

1.80%2

1.80%2

2.70%3

3.60%4

2.70%3

0.90%1

1.80%2

5.41%6

5.41%6

4.50%5

3.60%4

111

13.92

12.33%27

11.87%26

14.16%31

16.44%36

13.70%30

3.65%8

3.20%7

5.02%11

2.74%6

2.28%5

5.94%13

1.37%3

0.91%2

1.83%4

1.37%3

0.46%1

0.00%0

0.46%1

0.00%0

0.46%1

0.46%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.46%1

0.91%2

219

21.46

13.33%30

11.56%26

18.67%42

16.89%38

12.44%28

2.67%6

2.67%6

2.67%6

3.56%8

3.11%7

2.22%5

3.11%7

0.44%1

0.44%1

0.89%2

0.44%1

0.44%1

1.33%3

0.44%1

0.00%0

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0.44%1

0.44%1

0.44%1

0.89%2

0.00%0

225

21.62

7.10%11

9.68%15

13.55%21

9.68%15

9.03%14

0.65%1

1.94%3

0.65%1

2.58%4

6.45%10

6.45%10

5.81%9

5.81%9

2.58%4

0.65%1

1.94%3

0.65%1

2.58%4

1.94%3

0.65%1

1.29%2

2.58%4

0.65%1

0.65%1

3.23%5

1.29%2

155

18.10

10.88%16

6.80%10

8.16%12

8.16%12

6.80%10

1.36%2

0.00%0

1.36%2

2.04%3

2.72%4

8.84%13

6.12%9

6.80%10

4.08%6

2.04%3

2.72%4

3.40%5

3.40%5

2.04%3

0.68%1

2.04%3

3.40%5

2.04%3

2.04%3

0.68%1

1.36%2

147

16.92

5.56%8

8.33%12

7.64%11

10.42%15

5.56%8

2.08%3

0.00%0

2.08%3

0.69%1

2.08%3

2.08%3

8.33%12

8.33%12

8.33%12

4.86%7

2.78%4

4.17%6

0.69%1

2.78%4

0.00%0

2.78%4

1.39%2

2.78%4

2.08%3

2.78%4

1.39%2

144

16.19

7.10%13

12.02%22

12.02%22

17.49%32

7.10%13

2.73%5

1.09%2

2.73%5

1.09%2

1.09%2

1.64%3

1.64%3

8.74%16

7.10%13

5.46%10

2.73%5

2.19%4

0.55%1

0.55%1

1.64%3

0.00%0

1.09%2

0.55%1

0.55%1

1.09%2

0.00%0

183

19.17

10.06%17

11.83%20

12.43%21

10.65%18

10.06%17

1.78%3

1.78%3

2.96%5

2.96%5

1.78%3

1.78%3

3.55%6

0.59%1

7.69%13

8.88%15

3.55%6

0.59%1

2.37%4

1.18%2

0.59%1

0.59%1

0.00%0

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0.00%0

1.18%2

0.00%0

169

19.21

15.24%32

10.48%22

14.76%31

13.81%29

17.62%37

0.95%2

2.38%5

1.90%4

1.90%4

1.90%4

0.48%1

2.86%6

0.48%1

0.48%1

5.24%11

4.76%10

1.43%3

0.95%2

0.95%2

0.00%0

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0.00%0

0.95%2

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

210

21.04

3.65%5

6.57%9

11.68%16

5.11%7

10.22%14

3.65%5

4.38%6

2.19%3

0.00%0

1.46%2

0.73%1

1.46%2

2.19%3

5.84%8

1.46%2

18.25%25

10.22%14

2.19%3

2.19%3

2.92%4

0.73%1

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1.46%2

0.73%1

0.00%0

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137

16.47

0.89%1

3.57%4

2.68%3

8.04%9

3.57%4

1.79%2

2.68%3

0.89%1

4.46%5

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1.79%2

2.68%3

1.79%2

0.89%1

7.14%8

21.43%24

14.29%16

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4.46%5

2.68%3

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4.46%5

0.00%0

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112

12.83

0.95%1

0.00%0

2.86%3

3.81%4

1.90%2

0.00%0

2.86%3

0.95%1

2.86%3

2.86%3

6.67%7

0.00%0

1.90%2

0.95%1

0.95%1

1.90%2

2.86%3

23.81%25

14.29%15

7.62%8

4.76%5

0.95%1

5.71%6

3.81%4

2.86%3

1.90%2

105

10.62

5.56%7

5.56%7

4.76%6

4.76%6

4.76%6

3.17%4

2.38%3

2.38%3

1.59%2

0.00%0

1.59%2

1.59%2

3.17%4

2.38%3

1.59%2

3.97%5

0.79%1

2.38%3

21.43%27

11.90%15

3.17%4

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3.17%4

3.97%5

0.79%1

0.00%0

126

13.33

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0.00%0

0.00%0

1.92%2

0.96%1

0.00%0

0.96%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

3.85%4

0.96%1

1.92%2

0.00%0

0.00%0

3.85%4

3.85%4

5.77%6

4.81%5

4.81%5

29.81%31

15.38%16

8.65%9

3.85%4

5.77%6

1.92%2

0.96%1

104

8.04

3.52%5

5.63%8

9.15%13

10.56%15

9.15%13

5.63%8

1.41%2

2.82%4

2.82%4

1.41%2

2.82%4

4.23%6

0.70%1

2.11%3

2.82%4

1.41%2

0.70%1

1.41%2

0.70%1

2.82%4

18.31%26

4.93%7

2.11%3

2.11%3

0.70%1

0.00%0

142

15.62

4.00%5

3.20%4

3.20%4

2.40%3

11.20%14

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0.00%0

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0.00%0

2.40%3

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2.40%3

4.00%5

26.40%33

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3.20%4

1.60%2

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125

12.02

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3.20%4

7.20%9

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0.80%1

3.20%4

1.60%2

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1.60%2

3.20%4

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2.40%3

0.00%0

125

12.38

2.78%3

1.85%2

1.85%2

1.85%2

1.85%2

1.85%2

0.93%1

0.93%1

0.93%1

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1.85%2

5.56%6

2.78%3

3.70%4

2.78%3

3.70%4

3.70%4

3.70%4

6.48%7

32.41%35

12.04%13

0.93%1

108

7.99

1.42%2

3.55%5

6.38%9

12.06%17

12.06%17

1.42%2

1.42%2

3.55%5

1.42%2

2.84%4

1.42%2

4.96%7

2.13%3

2.13%3

1.42%2

2.13%3

1.42%2

2.13%3

1.42%2

1.42%2

2.13%3

2.13%3

0.71%1

2.84%4

24.82%35

0.71%1

141

13.55

10.19%11

1.85%2

0.00%0

0.93%1

0.93%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.93%1

0.93%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.93%1

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.00%0

0.93%1

0.00%0

1.85%2

0.00%0

5.56%6

75.00%81

108

4.94

Rectangular fields(football, soccer, etc.)

Skate park

Small neighborhoodparks

Large regional parks

Dog park

Splash pads andspray grounds

Marina and boatlaunches

Swimming beaches

Playgrounds

Natural areas

Outdoor swimmingpools

Wading pools

Tennis courts

Disc golf courses

Sand volleyball courts

Pavilion and picnicarea rentals

Ice skating rinks

Cross-country skiingtrails

Basketball courts (fulland half)

Winter Sports Area(toboggan, sledding)

Other Facilities (whichI specified above)

If you had a budget of $1,000 for improvingthe City Parks system, how would you

allocate the funding among the categorieslisted below? Enter a number of wholedollars for each category (No decimals,

commas, or dollar signs).Answered: 372 Skipped: 83

Repair &improve...

Repair &improve...

Develop newpassive...

Develop newactive...



Q6

Q7

413 132,009

320

282 76,834

272

229 56,995

249

196 41,215

210

268 64,947

242

Total Respondents: 372

Acquireadditional...

0 100 200 300 400 500

Answer Choices AverageNumber

TotalNumber

Responses

ResponsesRepair & improve existing parks, trails, naturalareas, etc.

ResponsesRepair & improve existing sports facilities,community centers, swimming / aquatic facilities, etc.

ResponsesDevelop new passive recreation facilities (trails,picnicking areas, etc.)

ResponsesDevelop new active recreation facilities (sportsfields, aquatics, etc.)

ResponsesAcquire additional parkland or open space

3.49% 13

28.76%107

51.08%190

8.33% 31

8.33% 31

Of these four types of actions that couldhelp to resolve unfunded deferred

maintenance and repair issues for existingoutdoor and indoor parks, trails, and other

related cultural and recreationfacilities, please indicate the one action that

you prefer the most.Answered: 372 Skipped: 83

Total 372

Reduce thesize of the...

Increase taxand fee...

Developpartnerships...

Be part of aFriends Grou...

I'm not sure.

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Answer Choices Responses

Reduce the size of the City park system to match current available funding.

Increase tax and fee revenues from various sources to help pay for deferred maintenanceand repair issues.

Develop partnerships with for-profit and non-profit agencies to support operations andfinancing of the park system.

Be part of a Friends Group that raises funds for parks.

I'm not sure.

Which of the Stevens Point parks do youand/or your family visit? (Check all that

apply.)Answered: 369 Skipped: 86



24.93% 92

84.01% 310

18.16% 67

55.83% 206

73.17% 270

6.78% 25

77.51% 286

12.47% 46

4.07% 15

54.47% 201

7.05% 26

Atwell Park

Bukolt Park

Conifer Park

Goerke Park

Green CircleTrail

Hein Park

Iverson Park

KozickowskiPark

McGlachlin Park

Mead Park

Morton ParkParkwood Park

PfiffnerPioneer Park

Plover Hills 1& 2

Plover RiverPark

Rice StreetPark

Riverwoods Park

Slomann Park

Texas Park

Veteran’sMemorial Park

Zenoff Park

Other

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


Atwell Park

Bukolt Park

Conifer Park

Goerke Park

Green Circle Trail

Hein Park

Iverson Park

Kozickowski Park

McGlachlin Park

Mead Park

Morton Park Parkwood Park



Q8

Q9

85.37% 315

5.15% 19

32.79% 121

5.69% 21

2.98% 11

3.25% 12

11.38% 42

22.49% 83

26.02% 96

11.38% 42


Comments (65)

Pfiffner Pioneer Park

Plover Hills 1 & 2

Plover River Park

Rice Street Park

Riverwoods Park

Slomann Park

Texas Park

Veteran’s Memorial Park

Zenoff Park

Other

How often do you or your family visit ...Answered: 369 Skipped: 86

0.82%3

6.54%24

14.99%55

75.48%277

2.18%8

367

2.19%8

13.11%48

14.48%53

66.67%244

3.55%13

366

Once a year 2-5 times per year 6-10 times per year 11+ times per year

Never

Parks

Trails

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

Oncea year

2-5 timesper year

6-10 timesper year

11+ timesper year

Never Total

Parks

Trails

How many days do you usually attendRiverfront Rendezvous?



Q10

37.94% 140

31.17% 115

13.28% 49

17.62% 65


Total 369

1

2

3+

None

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


1

2

3+

None

What do you like most about RiverfrontRendezvous? Rearrange the answers until

they are in order, with the most important atthe top.


Activities(Kids Day, C...

Food

Fireworks

Music

Other or None

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1 2 3 4 5 Total Score



Q11

Q12

Q13

14.86%44

11.49%34

21.28%63

48.31%143

4.05%12

296

2.85

12.66%39

29.55%91

36.36%112

20.13%62

1.30%4

308

3.32

38.17%121

29.02%92

17.03%54

13.25%42

2.52%8

317

3.87

34.92%110

29.84%94

20.63%65

11.43%36

3.17%10

315

3.82

14.47%23

1.89%3

8.18%13

6.29%10

69.18%110

159

1.86

Activities (KidsDay, CarpClassic, etc.)

Food

Fireworks

Music

Other or None

Please list any improvements, needs,opportunities and/or problems related tothe quality of our parks, recreation and

forestry systems.Answered: 176 Skipped: 279

The parks I use are well maintained and have adequate facilities. The improvements to the bathroomsfacilities at ball parks are amazing4/4/2017 3:17 PM

I love the parks and recreation system in Stevens Point. The campgrounds in our area are beautiful and agreat place to hold family functions throughout the year.3/31/2017 7:13 AM

Lack of East side parks, outdoor ice skating rinks do not get resurfaced adequately3/31/2017 12:15 AM

Bukolt park is one of the nicest parks in the state. The ball field used to be in the top 3 in the state but it haswent downhill for years. It appears the city does not want to take care of it. I have heard they only dominimal maintenance and require the baseball teams to do most of it. I think it is great to require the teamsto do some but the city still has to be primary. I have observed numerous safety issues at the park forseveral years and witnessed a lady get hit by a foul ball last year because there was no net on backstop forlast couple years.3/30/2017 8:18 PM

We need to have the trees in our parks trimmed up. The largest complaint i hear from friends going to thechoreography is that they can't see them through the trees. The other parks in the area could benefit from

Please list some positives you’veexperienced regarding our Parks,Recreation, and Forestry system.


Love all the parks, trails, green spaces in Stevens Point and feel it is a good way to go after today's tourismmarket4/4/2017 3:17 PM

Areas that families, friends, guests, visitors can enjoy without any cost. Availability/accessibility Beautifulsurroundings4/4/2017 3:02 PM

The park employees have always been kind and courteous to us during our stay at Jordan Park for ouryearly family reunions. The keep us informed of any special activities taking place at the nature center or inthe surrounding area that are good for the entire family to enjoy. I also have had help on numerousoccassions reserving sites online at the Parks office on highway Y due to being identity thefted. Gary andhis crew are fantastic as is the Portage County Parks and Rec Department.3/31/2017 7:13 AM

Green circle trail is awesome to cycle, disc golf courses are well made3/31/2017 12:15 AM

Iverson park is one of the best I have seen. We used to love taking our kids there but since there are no lifeguards the place is not kid friendly at all. Terrible language smoking and dogs running loose all the time!!!!Bring the life guards back!!!!

Including yourself, how many people are inyour household?Answered: 358 Skipped: 97



Q14

1 148 112

1 80 79

1 84 85

1 56 65

1 98 80

1 175 123

2 208 133

1 140 107

1 69 65

1 44 50

0 9 27


Ages 0-5

Ages 5-9

Ages 10-14

Ages 15-19

Ages 20-24

Ages 25-34

Ages 35-44

Ages 45-54

Ages 55-64

Ages 65-74

Ages 75+

0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 2

Answer Choices Average Number Total Number Responses

ResponsesAges 0-5

ResponsesAges 5-9

ResponsesAges 10-14

ResponsesAges 15-19

ResponsesAges 20-24

ResponsesAges 25-34

ResponsesAges 35-44

ResponsesAges 45-54

ResponsesAges 55-64

ResponsesAges 65-74

ResponsesAges 75+

1.97% 7

36.52% 130

39.04% 139

What is your age group?Answered: 356 Skipped: 99

1-19

20-36

37-52

53-71

72+

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%


1-19

20-36

37-52



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33.24% 119

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Georgia & 6th Ave.3/29/2017 1:39 PM

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