PRCR SYSTEM PLANNING & BONDS

Citywide & PRCR System Planning

Developing Park Bond Referendums

MPEC OVERVIEW: PRCR PLANNING AND BONDS

Citywide Planning Context

Strategic Plan Comprehensive Plan PRCR System Plan

• Top Citywide Priorities

• Drives Measurable Progress

• 3-5 Year Timeframe

• Six Key Focus Areas

STRATEGIC PLAN

Citywide Planning Context

Strategic Plan Comprehensive Plan PRCR System Plan

• Sets Long-Term Vision (2030)

• Guides Anticipated Growth

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

Park Planning Evolution

• Christmas Plan

• Early Park Planning (1960)

• Early Park Metrics (1916):

• The Park with a City in It (1970)

• Capital Area Greenway (1973)

• Park Plan (1989)

• Park Plan (2004)

• System Plan (2014)

PRCR Planning Context

Strategic Plan Comprehensive Plan PRCR System Plan

• Direction, Development, and Delivery of PRCR Services Over Next 10 - 20 Years

• Product of Extensive and Intensive Community Engagement Process

• Citizen Priorities, Guiding Principles,and Vision for the Park System

PRCR SYSTEM PLAN

PRCR Planning Context

Strategic Plan Comprehensive Plan PRCR System Plan

PRCR Vision

Bringing People to Parksand Parks to People

PRCR MissionTogether we connect and

enrich our community throughexceptional experiences

PRCR Planning Context

Strategic Plan Comprehensive Plan PRCR System Plan

Guiding Principles

• Connectivity & Accessibility

• Continuous Reinvestment

• Collaboration & Coordination

• Equitable Distribution

• Balanced Experience

• Innovation

• Communication & Engagement

CAPITAL ASSET PLANNING

• Facilities• Pools, Centers, Restrooms, Shelters• Roofing/Windows/HVAC/Flooring

• Bridges and Structure• Greenways/Parks/Boardwalks

• Grounds• Turf/Vegetation/Irrigation

• Hardscapes • Paving (Parks & Greenway)• Playgrounds/Retain Walls

• Infrastructure • Water/Sewer/Stormwater/Electrical

BRINGING TOGETHER PLANNING AND PROJECTS(INPUT)

• Projects come from:

• Park System Plan Process

• Assessment of our Capital Assets

• City Council

• Partners (WCPSS, County, State, Nonprofits, etc)

• Ongoing Community Requests

• Donor & Grant Opportunities

A REALLY LONG LIST = $350M TO $500M OF PROJECTS….

2014 PARK SYSTEM PLAN PROCESS

PRIORITIZATION PROCESS(FILTERS)

• City Strategic & Comprehensive Plan Alignment

• PRCR System Plan Alignment• “Guiding Principles”

• Other City Council Priorities

• Life Cycle Analysis & Manufacturer Warranties of Capital Assets• Capital Maintenance/Improvements/Replacements that we

“have to do”

2014 SYSTEM PLAN PRIORITIES

• $103M over 5 to 7 year period

• Final list became $92M • Moore Square = $12.5M was funded separately

• Park Bond Referendum was in November 2014

• First funds were available in July 2015

Project Completion

Walnut Creek Athletic Park Improvements Spring 19Sierra Drive Park Development Spring 19Moore Square Improvements Spring 19Pullen Aquatic Center Renovation Spring 19Biltmore Hills and Ridge Road Pools Renovation Spring 19 Greenway Paving & Boardwalks (Ph1) Summer 19Neighborhood and Community Centers Renovation Summer 19Kiwanis Park Improvements Fall 19Pullen Arts Center Renovation and Expansion Spring 20John Chavis Memorial Park Improvements Summer 20Greenway Paving & Boardwalks (Ph2) Summer 20Riverbend Park Development Summer 20Crabtree Creek Greenway West Summer 20Walnut Wetland Park Improvements Spring 21Lassiter Mill GW Improvements Spring 21Brentwood Park Improvements Summer 21Baileywick Park Improvements Fall 21

STATUS OF VARIOUS 2014 BOND PROJECTS PROJECTS

PRCR CAPITAL REVENUE SOURCES

High quality landscapes

Park Maintenance Levels of Service

Park Maintenance –Service AreaGREENWAY

Level 4

MEADOWS

Level 5

MILLBROOKPark

Level 3

UNDEVELOPED PROPERTY

Level 6

• Parks and Greenway Total Area:10,034 acres• Greenway trails: 117 miles; 3898 acres• Parks and Open Spaces: 193; 6,136 acres• Street Tree Maintenance: 2100 miles of right of way

Parks Facilities Playgrounds - 73 Neighborhood & Community Centers - 34 Lakes - 2 Active Adult Centers - 2 Historic/Unique Venues - 14 Art Centers - 2 Teen Center - 1 Dog Parks/Runs - 5 Tennis Courts - 112 Pickleball Courts - 4 Ballfields – 83 Pools – 8 (4 year round/4 seasonal)

Park Maintenance DivisionPULLEN PARK

event lawnLevel 1

GREENWAY

Level 4

MEADOWS

Level 5

UNDEVELOPED PROPERTY

Level 6

Service Crews

Parks Maintenance Historic Cemetery Maintenance Greenway Maintenance Athletic Field Maintenance Aquatic Facility Maintenance Playgrounds Urban Forestry Construction Horticulture Volunteer Services Special Events Recycling/Refuse Support Services Snow removal/Disaster Relief

200 Committed Employees

Park Maintenance Levels of ServicePULLEN

PARKLevel 1

SASSAFRASPLAYGROUND

Level 2

GREENWAY

Level 4

MEADOWS

Level 5

MILLBROOKPARK

Level 3

UNDEVELOPEDPROPERTY

Level 6

Park Maintenance Comparable SitesPULLEN PARK$24,000/acre

60 acres

MILLBROOK PARK$13,000/acre

70 acres

DOROTHEA DIX PARK$3000/acre

100 acres

Pullen ParkThe first public park in North Carolina5th oldest operating amusement park in the US and 16th oldest in the world

DIXPARK.ORG

71%

20%

5%4%

PULLEN PARK TOTAL REVENUE - FY18Pullen Amusements Pullen Aquatic Center Pullen Art Center Pullen Community Center

Pullen Amusements Pullen AquaticCenter Pullen Art Center Pullen Community

Center Park Maintenance

Revenue $1,134,768 $315,848 $84,119 $65,619 $-Expenditures $861,459 $844,909 $460,936 $266,134 $1,095,636

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$200,000

$400,000

$600,000

$800,000

$1,000,000

$1,200,000

Revenue and Expenditures - FY18Total Rev-$1.6M, Exp-$3.5M

Pullen Park Cost Recovery 45%

Millbrook Exchange ParkMillbrook Exchange Park boasts a variety of recreational opportunities conveniently located in one location

DIXPARK.ORG

13%

15%

28%

44%

MILLBROOK EXCHANGE PARK TOTAL REVENUE - FY18Millbrook Exchange Commmunity Center Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults

Millbrook Pool Millbrook Tennis Center

Millbrook ExchangeCommunity Center

Anne Gordon Centerfor Active Adults Millbrook Pool Millbrook Tennis

Center Park Maintenance

Revenue $87,172 $104,977 $189,499 $296,146 $-Expenditures $349,558 $192,574 $544,197 $707,679 $146,403

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$200,000

$300,000

$400,000

$500,000

$600,000

$700,000

$800,000

Revenue and Expenditures - FY18Total Rev-$678K, Exp-$1.9M

Millbrook Exchange Cost Recovery 36%

City of Raleigh – Activities/Scenarios

DIXPARK.ORG

Sertoma ArtsRevenue- $194KExpenditures - $428K

LakesRevenue- $175KExpenditures - $325K

Sassafras All Children’s PlaygroundExpenditures – $21K

TuckerRevenue- $16KExpenditures - $57K

BordenRevenue- $31KExpenditures - $49K

MordecaiRevenue- $128KExpenditures - $347K

Raleigh Parking DeckN&O GarageRevenue - $421KExpenditures - $303K

AmphitheaterRevenue/Expenditures$2,020,042/$2,058,039122,000 people at 40 concerts

• Fee charged to individuals or groups who participate in a program, or service, or utilize City services

User Fee

Policy

Mostly Individual Benefit

Varying Levels of Individual and

Community Benefit

MostlyCommunity

Benefit

User FeeFunded

Typically

Taxpayer Funded

Philosophy

Methodology

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User FeeFunded

Typically

Taxpayer Funded

Millbrook Exchange Park

Benefit accrual examples

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MOSTLY INDIVIDUAL – private tennis instruction

CONSIDERABLE INDIVIDUAL - swim team practices

INDIVIDUAL/COMMUNITY – summer camps

CONSIDERABLE COMMUNITY – swimming pool

MOSTLY COMMUNITY - playground

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Tier 5 Services Requiring a PermitPrivate/Semi-Private LessonsMerchandise for ResaleFacility/Field Rental (For Profit)TripsAdult TournamentsConcessions and Vending

Percentage of Overall Expenses - 2%

Tier 4 Adult Advanced ProgramsEquipment RentalFacility/Field Rental (General)Seniors Advanced ProgramsSpecialty CampsYouth Advanced Programs

Percentage of Overall Expenses – 3%

Mostly Individual Benefit

Tier Target Minimum (100%+)

Considerable Individual Benefit

Tier Target Minimum (75%+)

Tier 1 Non-Staffed Park/FacilityStaffed Park/FacilityFacility/Field Rental (REVENUE ONLY)

Percentage of Overall Expenses – 66%

Mostly Community Benefit

Tier Target Minimum (0%+)

Considerable Community Benefit

Tier Target Minimum (25%+)

Tier 2 Youth Beginner ProgramsInclusion ServicesYouth LeaguesSmall/Large Scale Events

Percentage of Overall Expenses – 9%

Balanced Community/Individual Benefit

Tier Target Minimum (50%+)

Tier 3 Adult Leagues Youth TournamentsFacility/Field Rental (Partner)Facility/Field Rental (Non-Profit)Adult Beginner ProgramsSenior Beginner ProgramsAttractionsSchool Calendar Based Programs/CampsMixed-Age/Family Multi-Level Programs

Percentage of Overall Expenses – 20%

Establishing fees..

City Assets (gate admission, rental spaces, amusement operations)

Review 1/3 of these fees annually

Review history of fee increases for the asset

Compare to local market (public and/or private peers)

Compare to regional market (public and/or private peers)

Programs and Services

Annually evaluate

Update direct costs

Compare to local market (public and/or private peers)

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All Faiths ChapelDorothea Dix Park

All Faiths Chapel: Future VisionsCreate a Welcome Center for a Growing, Active & Energetic ParkSpace to Build Connections to the Future ParkLegacy: Honor the Past, Present and FutureFlexible & Open: Design for Events, Gatherings, Programs, Creativity

-Special Events-Wellness-Creative Events & Performances

-Artist & Community events, activities, performances & Exhibitions

Welcome Center for a Growing, Active & Energetic Park

Computer History Museum

LOVE Park Welcome Center

Build Connections to the Future Park-Ongoing engagement, project updates and showcasing progress

Honor the Past, Present and Future-Showcase the complex, compelling and challenging legacy-Interactive storytelling through artistic details

-Interpretive exhibits to showcase historic objects and connect

St. Nikolaj Church

It will be more than a memorial a locus for concerts, plays, etc. In the past it has even hosted weddings, retirements and other celebratory events.

- Nicholas E Stratas, MD, DLFAPA

Special Events

All Faiths Chapel Wedding 1971

Special Events

Parish Church, UK

Milestone Events: weddings, receptions, memorial services, celebrations

Wellness: Yoga, Movement, Dance, Tai Chi

Community Events: Meetings, Talks, Programs, Field Trips, & Workshops

McColl Center

COR MuseumParish Church, UK

Workhouse

Joana Vasconcelos

Church on Morgan

Community Performance Space

HEART

Music at The Steeple

Workhouse

Durham Fruit

Joana Vasconcelos

Church on Morgan

The Old Church

Artist Talks, Rehearsal Space, Recording, Sessions

Fremont Abbey Sessions

Visiting Artist Programs, Residencies, Installations, Experimental, Ephemeral & New Media