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dwg.912b congress ave. | austin, texas, 78701 | 512.320.0668 | www.studiodwg.com

DUNCAN PARK_preliminary plan2017 / 05 / 16

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Leap!Structures, PLLC | leapstructures.com

DESIGN TEAM

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_table of contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• �� Preliminary�Plan�Narrative

• Context Analysis

• Site Analysis

• Visioning Workshop

• Preliminary Plan

• � Preliminary�Plan�&�Concept�Development

• Precedent Imagery

• Preliminary Plan Workshop

• Appendix

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_improvement project / preliminary plan narrative

PRELIMINARY PLAN NARRATIVEThe�preliminary�plan�for�improvement�to�Duncan�Park�is�the�culmination�of�thorough�site�analysis,�public�input�from�online�surveys�from�2015�and�2016,�and�information�gathered�at�the�public�engagement�meeting�held�on�November�16,�2016.�The�results�of�the�public�engagement�effort�determined�the�proposed�program�for�Duncan�Park.�

The�most�frequent�survey�comments�included�the�following:�

• preserve�and�enhance�native�vegetation• add more shade • add a restroom• improve�paths• provide�greater�access�to�the�creek�• maintain�the�existing�lawn�area• improve�drainage�• add a place for organized play• provide�more�picnic�tables�

The�resulting�outcome�for�Duncan�Park’s�preliminary�concept�plan�focuses�on�four�main�components:�

1)�restore�drainage�patterns2)�celebrate�native�plant�communities3)�enhance�views4)�enhance�park�amenities�5)�maintain�flexible�play�lawn

In�our� proposal,� an� improved�drainage� feature�occurs� along� the�park’s� 9th� Street� edge�where� stormwater� currently�ponds��for�long�periods.�This�area�would�be�excavated�to�encourage�positive�drainage.�Stormwater�would�collect�in�a�rain�garden�and�then�flow�slowly�through�a�bioswale�into�Shoal�Creek.�This�proposed�drainage�network�slows�and�cleanses�stormwater,�and�provides�an�educational�component�for�public�viewing.�

The�proposed�drainage�design�includes�re-envisioning�the�southwest�corner�of�the�park�to�allow�for�better�interaction�between�park�users�and�the�creek.�Our�proposal�also�shows�Shoal�Creek�Trail�crossing�the�creek�north�of�9th�Street�bridge�which�is�a�similar�alignment�as�shown�on�the�current�Preliminary�Engineering�Report�for�Shoal�Creek�Trail.�

The�existing�connection�under�9th�Street�to�the�BMX�park�is�proposed�to�be�removed,�however,�people�can�access�the�BMX�park�by�traveling�on�a�new�trail�alignment�proposed�by�the�Shoal�Creek�Trail�Preliminary�Engineering�Report,�under�the�bridge�on�the�Shoal�Creek�Trail�and�using�the�ramp�to�Henderson�Street.�In�addition,�street-level�pedestrian�crossing�improvements�on�9th�Street�would�provide�a�safe�route�to�the�BMX�park�while�calming�traffic�on�this�section�of�the�street.�

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_improvement project / preliminary plan narrative

To�celebrate�native�plant�communities,�vegetated�areas�surrounding�the�lawn�are�seeded�with�native�wildflower�and�grass�mixes�that�provide�additional�water�quality�benefits�and�food�for�wildlife.�Areas�that�are�currently�forested�would�undergo�an�invasive�plant�removal�process�and�be�replanted�with�plants�that�better�complement�the�ecosystem.�

We�propose�building�improved�picnic�facilities�along�10th�Street�where�views�of�the�park�and�downtown�are�maximized.�As�part�of�the�picnic�area,�a�Shoal�Creek�trailhead�is�proposed�to�be�situated�between�the�trail�and�the�rest�of�the�picnic�area.�The�trailhead�would�include�a�restroom,�water�fountains,�signage�and�other�trailhead�amenities.�

The�streetscape�along�9th�and�10th�Street�is�designed�to�accommodate�the�Great�Streets�Initiative�with�respect�to�Duncan�Park.

The�flex�lawn�which�currently�defines�Duncan�Park�is�maintained�as�the�largest�park�feature,�keeping�the�core�identity�of�the�park�and�improving�the�surrounding�edges.�Much�of�the�lawn�remains�open,�however�new�tree�plantings�along�pathways�provide�needed�shade�in�the�park.�

PRELIMINARY PLAN NARRATIVE

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_context analysis / trail connection

BAILEY NBHD PARK

SHOAL CREEK GAZEBO

(42 ACRES)

(2 ACRES)

(5 ACRES)

(7 ACRES)

(80 ACRES)

PEASE DISTRICTPARK

KEY FEATURES

W. 38TH STREET

CESAR CHAVEZ ST.

COLORADO RIVERAUSTIN RECREATION

CENTER

SHOAL CREEKGREENBELT

1. Office and residential in historic houses2. Steep slope and eroded swale3. Outdoor patios along creek4. Existing 100 year floodplain5. Open lawn6. Limestone outcrop

7. Riparian vegetation8. Existing hike and bike trail9. Seeps10. Offices11. Montgomery House (Historic)12. Saloon

DUNCAN PARK(3.75 ACRES)

5

6

7

8

9

9

4

2

3

3

1

10

10

10

10

11

DUNCAN BMXPARK

(1.98 ACRES)

W 9TH STREET

NOKONAH

W 10TH STREET

WES

T AV

ENU

E

12

12

9

DUNCANPARK

WOOLDRIDGEPARK

B

BBB B

B

B

P

TRAIL (GRAVEL)

RIPARIAN EDGECONGRESS AVE

OPEN SPACE

BEGIN/END OF SHOAL CREEK TRAIL

WATER

UNDERCONSTRUCTION

KEY TRACKS

B-CYCLE STATION

TRAIL (PAVED)

B

3.7 MILESBIKE/WALK

CONCRETE, DIRT, GRAVEL

SHOAL CREEK TRAIL

TEXAS CAPITOL

TRAIL CONNECTION

CONTEXT ANALYSIS

Duncan�Park�is�part�of�the�Shoal�Creek�greenbelt�trail�which�starts�near�35th�Street�and�runs�south�down�to�Lady�Bird�Lake.�The�trail�is�heavily�used�by�bikers�and�pedestrians.�As�the� Shoal� Creek� greenbelt� undergoes� City� improvements�in� the� next� few� years,� Duncan� Park� has� the� potential� to�become�a�major�trailhead�along�the�Shoal�Creek�greenbelt.�

The�park�currently�acts�as�a�significant�trail�access�point�for�bikers� and�pedestrians� in� the�downtown�area,� and� is� also�considered�a�gateway�to�other�city�parks�to�the�east�that�are�in�close�proximity�such�as,�Wooldridge�Square�and�Republic�Square.�

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_context analysis / downtown parks

PEASE PARK

WEST AUSTIN PARK

WOOLDRIDGE SQUARE

HOUSE PARK

REPUBLIC SQUARE

CAPITOL

LAMAR BEACH

BUTLER SHORES

AUDITORIUM SHORES

HIKE AND BIKE TRAIL

DUNCAN PARK

DOG PARK

PLAYGROUND SPRAY GROUND

RECREATION CENTERAUDITORIUM

ACTIVE RECREATION:ACCESS TO HIKE AND BIKE TRAILBASKETBALLVOLLEYBALLBASEBALLSOFTBALLBMX PARK

FISHING AND BOAT DOCK

RESTROOMS

LANDMARK

DOG PARK SCENIC OVERLOOK

OUTDOOR AUDITORIUMWATER POND

SPRAYGROUNDRESTROOMS

AUDITORIUM SHORES AT TOWN LAKE & BUTLER PARK

BMX PARKACCESS TO HIKE & BIKE TRAIL

DUNCAN PARK

RECREATION CENTERSKATE PARK

BIKE REPAIR STATIONRESTROOM

HOUSE PARK

POOLDOG PARK

BASKETBALL COURTPLAYGROUND

RESTROOM

WEST AUSTIN NEIGHBORHOOD PARK

BASEBALL FIELDSMIXED USE FIELDS

BOAT DOCKSCENIC OVERLOOK

SOFTBALL FIELDRESTROOM

BUTLER SHORESAT TOWN LAKE

BASEBALL FIELDSMIXED USE FIELDS

BOAT DOCKSCENIC OVERLOOK

SOFTBALL FIELDRESTROOM

LAMAR BEACH AT LADY BIRD LAKE

VOLLEYBALL COURTBASKETBALL COURT

PLAYGROUNDBARBECUE

RESTROOM

PEASE DISTRICT PARK

WOOLDRIDGE SQUARE

GAZEBO

REPUBLIC SQUARE

[UNDER CONSTRUCTION]

HIKE AND BIKE TRAIL

BOAT DOCKBOAT HOUSE

FISHING DOCKGAZEBO

DOWNTOWN�PARK�AMENITIESDOWNTOWN PARKS

Duncan�Park� currently�offers� few�amenities�but�has�the�potential�to�be�destination�point�along�the�Shoal�Creek�Trail.�It�is�approximately�half�way�between�Pease�Park� and� the� Lady�Bird�Lake�Hike�and�Bike�Trail.�As�a�destination,�Duncan�Park�could�offer�a�place�for�relaxation,�education,�play,�and�a�rest�stop.

CONTEXT ANALYSIS

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_context analysis / neighborhood amenities

SHO

AL C

REEK

DUNCAN PARK

WOOLDRIDGESQUARE

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11TH ST.

12TH ST.

10TH ST.

9TH ST.

7TH ST.

6TH ST.

8TH ST.

B

B

B

BB BB

0’ 200’ 500’

According� to� City� standards,� Duncan� Park� is�considered�a�neighborhood�park�and�serves� the�surrounding�residential�communities�to�the�west�and�downtown�businesses�to�the�east.�Its�location�along� Shoal� Creek,� close� proximity� to� historic�buildings� and� Wooldridge� Square� creates� a�unique�opportunity�for�Duncan�Park�to�be�a�major�connective�piece�in�the�greater�urban�fabric.

B

B

GREAT STREETS MASTER PLAN:BICYCLE AND LOCAL ACCESS

CONTINUOUS TREE COVER

GREAT STREETS MASTER PLAN:MIXED MODE STREET

MAJOR STREETS

SHOAL CREEK TRAIL

BLUFF LINE

PUBLIC GREEN SPACE

FLOOD PLAIN

B-CYCLE STATION

HISTORIC BUILDING

BUS STOP

THE FIVE MINUTE WALK

NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES

CONTEXT ANALYSIS

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_site analysis / diagrams

WES

T AV

E.

8TH ST.

100 year floodplane - - - 10 0 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year fl oodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane

26" PECAN

32" PECAN

42" LIVE OAK

31" LIVE OAK

40" LIVE OAK

41" LIVE OAK

32" LIVE OAK

38" LIVE OAK40" LIVE OAK

38" LIVE OAK

38" LIVE OAK

30" AMERICAN

ELM

26" AMERICAN

ELM

48" LIVE OAK (8"/9"/10"/35")

51" PECAN (2-14"/15"/17"/21")

24" LIVE OAK 28" PECAN (17"/20")

32" PECAN

36" PECAN (3-18")

DENSE CANOPY+

SPRINGS

SHOAL CREEK

BLUFF LINE

WES

T AV

E.

8TH

100 year floodplane - - - 10 0 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year fl oodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane

HEN

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SON

ST.

WES

T AV

E.

LAM

AR B

LVD.

10TH ST.

9TH ST.

8TH

100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplan

e - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 ye ar floodpla ne - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodpl ane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - - - 100 year fl

oodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year

SIDEWALK

FLEX FIELD

SIDEWALK

HIKE/BIKE TRAIL

SEATING LOCATION

SEATING LOCATION

SEATING LOCATION

SEATING LOCATION

SEATING LOCATION

WES

T AV

E.

100 year floodplane - - - 10 0 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year fl oodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane

ND

ERSO

N S

T.

WES

T AV

E.

LAM

AR B

LVD.

10TH ST.

9TH ST.

100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplan

e - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 ye ar floodpla ne - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodpl ane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - - - 100 year fl

oodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year

100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 yea r flood plain - 1 00 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 10 0 year flood pla in - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 ye

ain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year flood plain - 100 year fl

ood - 100 year flood plain - 100 year

HP480.00

HP483.00

LP464.00

SHOAL CREEK

LOW RIDGE

WES

T AV

E.

100 year oodplane - - - 10 0 year oodplane - - - 100 year

oodplane - - - 100 year oodplane - - - 100 year

oodplane - - - 100 year oodplane - - - 100 year oodplane - - - 100 year oodplane - - - 100 year oodplane - - - - - 100 year oodplane

- - - 100 year

oodplane - - - 100 year oodplane - - - 100 year oodplane

DOWNTOWN AND RESIDENTIAL

NATURALISTIC EDGESHOAL CREEK

EDGE

RESIDENTIAL

PARK VIEWS

WES

T AV

E.

100 year floodplane - - - 10 0 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year fl oodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane - - - 100 year floodplane

ENVIRONMENTAL�ASSETS

HYDROLOGY

CIRCULATION�AND�PROGRAM

DOMINANT�VIEWS�

These�diagrams�show�the�existing�conditions�of�the�site�in�regard�to�environmental�assets,�hydrology,�circulation,�program�and�dominant�views.�There�are�opportunities�to�highlight�many�existing�features�such�as�the�large�heritage�trees�and�proximity�to�the�creek�while�managing�challenges�too�such�as,�working�around�seeps�and�poor�drainage.

SITE ANALYSIS

PARK AMENITIES

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_site analysis / topography

TOPOGRAPHY

VIE

W

A B C

CB

A

10TH�STREET

9TH�STREET

100�YR�FLOODPLAIN

STREET�SIDEWALK

STREET�SIDEWALK PICNIC�TABLE�(2)HIGH�POINT�483�ELV.

LOW�POINT464�ELV.PICNIC�TABLE�(2) STREET�SIDEWALK

SHOAL�CREEK�TRAIL SHOAL�CREEK

OPEN�LAWN

STREET�SIDEWALKPROPERTY�LINE

PROPERTY�LINE

VIEW

F

E

D

D EF

SHOAL�CREEK

100�YR�FLOODPLAIN

OPEN�LAWN OPEN�LAWN

PICNIC�TABLE

PICNIC�TABLES�(2)

LOW�POINT464�ELV.

HIGH�POINT480�ELV.

SHOAL�CREEK�TRAIL

SHOAL�CREEK�TRAIL

PROPERTY�LINE

PROPERTY�LINE

PROPERTY�LINE

PROPERTY�LINE

Existing�sections�are�overlayered�to�show�the�topography�change�happening�within�the�site.�This�begins�to�show�where�high�points�are�located�that�can�provide�scenic�views�of�the�park�and�downtown�skyline.

SITE ANALYSIS

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_visioning workshop / public comment compilation

Public�survey�efforts�for�Duncan�Park�took�place�when�the�project�was�initiated�in�2015�and�2016.�Summary�charts�from�the�surveys�can�be�found�in�the�Appendix.�Surveys�were�sent�out�through�PARD�and�Shoal�Creek�Conservancy.�In�addition,�dwg.�and�PARD�surveyed�people�in�Duncan�Park�during�It’s�My�Park�Day�2016.�

The�surveys�from�both�years�had�very�similar�questions.�The�most�frequent�requests�for�Duncan�Park�include�the�following:�

• preserve�and�enhance�the�native�vegetation

• create more shade

• add a restroom

• improve�paths

• create greater access to the creek

• maintain�the�lawn�area

• improve�drainage

• add a place for organized play • more�picnic�tables.

VISIONING WORKSHOP

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_visioning workshop / 2016.11.16 vision workshop

This�map� is� a� compilation� of� the� responses� from� the�public�engagement�meeting�held�November�16,�2016.�Participants�were�asked�several�questions�about�Duncan�park�in�which�they�responded�by�marking�their�answers�on�a�site�map�similar�to�the�one�displayed�on�this�page.�The�questions�asked�were:�

Question 1: Where do�you arrive? Mark location with a

Question�2:���Where�is�your�first�destination�and�howdo�you�get�there?

Mark destination with a Mark the path to your first destination with a Question�3:���If�there�was�an�unlimited�budget�what�would�you�want�to�happen�in�Duncan�Park?

Answers vary and are marked by different colored circles. See legend for meaning.

Summary of Map Exercise from Public Meeting

ARRIVAL

DESIRE LINES

DESTINATION

SPEED BUMP

SIGNAGE

BIKE�RACKS

PICNIC TABLES

ART INSTALLATION

VOLLEYBALL COURT PLAYGROUND

WORKOUT AREA BEACH AREA

BASKETBALL COURT AMPHITHEATER COURT

RESTROOM RAIN�GARDEN

LEGEND

10TH�STREET

9TH�STREET

2016 VISION WORKSHOP MAP EXERCISEVISIONING WORKSHOP

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_preliminary plan / program diagram

LOC PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION HERITAGE TREES

DRAINAGE SEEPS NON-HERITAGE TREES

LEGEND

PRELIMINARY PLAN

10TH�STREET

9TH�STREET

Information� gathered� at� the� public� meeting�directly� impacted� the� concept� development� for�Duncan�Park,�resulting�in�the�program�diagram�on�the�left.�Duncan�Park�is�envisioned�as�a�hub�for�the�city�and�a�destination�for�bikers�and�pedestrians�alike.��The�focus�of�the�design�is�to�create�a�vibrant,�ecologically-rich�environment�along�Shoal�Creek�and�within�the�Downtown�urban�core.�

One�of�the�main�features�of�the�design�includes�a�drainage�amenity�of�rain�gardens�along�9th�Street�that�enhances�the�existing�wetland�and�provides�a�solution�for�existing�drainage�issues.�This�use�of�green�infrastructure�can�serve�as�an�example�for�a�Green�City�Initiative.

The� central� flex� lawn� of� the� park� remains,�preserving� the� identity� of� the� park.�Throughout�the� site� habitat� is� preserved,� enhanced� and�defined� by� various� planting� such� as� wetland,�orchids� and� ferns,� an� exposed� limestone� bluff,�butterfly�garden,� and� shade�garden.�Educational�signage and places for respite are dispersed throughout�the�park.

Additional� trails� are� created� for� greater�connectivity� within� the� park� and� provide� ADA�accessible�routes�which�Duncan�Park�is�currently�lacking.

PROGRAM DIAGRAM

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_preliminary plan & concept development / site plan

1. FLEX�LAWN

2. NATIVE SHADE/UNDERSTORY VEGETATION

3. BIOSWALE

4. WET MEADOW

5. RIPARIAN�PLANTING

6. ECO-BOARDWALK

7. INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE

8. NATIVE WOODLAND

9. SHELTERED PICNIC PAVILION

10. TRAILHEAD PAVILION RESTROOM�������WATER�FOUNTAINS�������B-CYCLE�������CITY�VISTA�POINT

11. TERRACE�STEPS

12. CENTRAL�SEATING�AREA

13. SHOAL�CREEK�HIKE/BIKE�TRAIL

14. 9TH�STREET�TRAFFIC�CALMING

15. PARK�POINTS�OF�ENTRY

16. CEFS:�SEEPS�AND�FERNGARDEN

PLAN FEATURES

17. POLLINATOR�GARDEN

18. ENHANCED�WETLAND

19. MODIFIED�GREAT�STREETS�ENHANCEMENTS

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100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN

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10TH�STREET

9TH�STREET

PRELIMINARY PLAN & CONCEPT DEVELOPMENTSITE PLAN

SHOAL�CREEK

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_precedent imagery / character images

RAIN�GARDEN

UPLAND ZONE

RIPARIAN

PRECEDENT IMAGERY

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_precedent imagery / character images

LAWN

VEGETATED AREA

CREEK�ACCESS

PRECEDENT IMAGERY

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_precedent imagery / character images

TRAILHEAD & SIGNAGE

TERRACED�STAIRS

PICNIC AREA

PRECEDENT IMAGERY

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_preliminary plan workshop

PRELIMINARY PLAN WORKSHOP

On�April�12,�2017,�a�public�meeting�was�held�in�Duncan�Park�to�present�the�preliminary�plan�concept�to�the�public�and�provide�a�question�and�answer�session.�Overall�the�preliminary�plan�design�was�well�received.�

Key�findings�from�the�public�meeting�question�and�answer�session�are�listed�here:�

• importance�of�a�modified�Great�Streets�program�for�the�park�was�highlighted

• maintain�open�view�corridors�into�the�park�from�the�street

• overall�grade�change�in�some�areas�of�the�drainage�feature�will�be�around�1’-2’,�however,�other�parts�would�be�approximately�1’�over�a�large�a�portion�of�the�site�

• �a�formal�specialized�operations�and�maintenance�plan�needs�to�be�established

• opportunities�for�partnerships�to�exist�in�the�surrounding�area�(schools,�local�businesses,�community�groups,�etc.)

• the�new�drainage�amenity�requires�water�to�drain�within�48�hours�after�a�storm�

• the�design�team�recommends�the�park�be�irrigated�by�reclaimed�water�

To�gain�feedback�on�the�preliminary�plan,�surveys�were�sent�out�through�PARD�and�the�Shoal�Creek�Conservancy,�and�were�also�available�to�the�public�meeting�attendees.�This�survey�asked�participants�to�rank�which�features�were�the�most�important�to�them�in�the�proposed�design.�A�summary�chart�taken�from�the�survey�can�be�found�in�the�Appendix.�

Results�show�the�top�five�important�features�are:

� � 1)�Shoal�Creek�Hike�&�Bike�Trail� � 2)�Flex�Lawn� � 3)�Native�Shrub�and�Understory�Vegetation� � 4)�Eco-Boardwalk� � 5)�Riparian�Planting

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix

DUNCAN PARK_appendix

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / cut and fill analysis

The�preliminary�plan’s�proposed�design�results�in�+507�cubic�yards�of�fill�to�be�removed�from�the�site.�The�majority�of�the�soil�will�be�removed�to�create�a�bioswale�along�the�park’s�9th�Street�edge�to�cleanse�and�slowly�drain�stormwater�off�of�the�site�while,�the�remaining�soil�will�be�added�to�the�10th�Street�pathways�to�create�ADA�compliant�walks.�

10TH�STREET

9TH�STREET

CUT AND FILL ANALYSIS

APPENDIX

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / existing utilities

EXISTING UTILITIES

APPENDIX

10TH�STREET

9TH�STREET

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / proposed utilities

PROPOSED UTILITIES

APPENDIX

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / 2015 survey

Which site features are most important to you ?

FLEX LAWN NATIVE LANDSCAPE

TREE CANOPY

BMX RELATEDRESTROOMS

2015 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SURVEY RESULTS

APPENDIX

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dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / 2015 survey

Which of the following qualities would you like to see accommodated at Duncan park?

ENCOURAGE EXERCISE

HEALTHY ECOSYSTEM

SENSE OF COMMUNITY

SHOAL CREEK ACCESS

2015 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SURVEY RESULTS

APPENDIX

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What if anything currently discourages you from using duncan park please check all that apply

LACK OF RESTROOM

NOTHING

LACK OF SHADELAWN CONDITION

dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / 2015 survey

2015 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SURVEY RESULTS

APPENDIX

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SHOAL CREEK ACCESS

PASSIVE RECREATION

LAWN

dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / 2016 survey

2016 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SURVEY RESULTS

APPENDIX

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LAWN

NATURAL AREAS

TREE CANOPY

PATHS

HEALTHY ECOSYSTEM

IMPROVE ACCESS TO SHOAL CREEK

LAWN IMPROVEMENTS

RESTROOMS

dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / 2016 survey

2016 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT SURVEY RESULTS

APPENDIX

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Q1 Please rank the plan features (1 being

the most important, and 20 being the least

important).

Answered: 33 Skipped: 1

FLEX LAWN

NATIVE

SHADE/UNDERS...

BIOSWALE

WET MEADOW

RIPARIAN

PLANTING

ECO-

BOARDWALK

INTERPRETIVE

SIGNAGE

NATIVE

WOODLAND

SHELTERED

PICNIC PAVILION

TRAILHEAD

NODE-RESTROO...

TERRACE STEPS

CENTRAL

SEATING AREA

SHOAL CREEK

HIKE/BIKE TRAIL

9TH STREET

TRAFFIC

CALMING

PARK POINTS OF

ENTRY

CEFS: SEEPS,

FERN GARRDEN

POLLINATOR

GARDEN

ENHANCED

WETLAND

MODIFIED GREAT

STREETS...

OTHER

0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

Duncan Park Preliminary Plan

dwg.DUNCAN PARK_appendix / 2017 survey

2017 PRELIMINARY PLAN SURVEY RESULTS

APPENDIX

SHOAL CREEK HIKE & BIKE TRAIL

FLEX LAWNNATIVE SHRUB /UNDERSTORY VEGETATION

RIPARIAN PLANTINGECO-BOARDWALK