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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2010-095 implementation of 2010 parks, recreation, trails, and open space master planMARANA RESOLUTION N0.2010-95 RELATING TO PARKS AND RECREATION; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE TOWN MANAGER TO IMPLEMENT THE TOWN OF MARANA 2010 PARKS, RECREATION, TRAILS, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN WHEREAS on February 3, 2009, the Town Council adopted the Town of Marana Strategic Plan to serve as the foundation for the Town's future; and WHEREAS the Strategic Plan identifies five focus areas that are priorities for achieving the Town of Marana's vision; and WHEREAS Recreation is one of the five focus areas identified in the Strategic Plan; and WHEREAS the Recreation focus area includes an initiative to identify, undertake and/or complete planning processes for parks, open space, and recreation facilities; and WHEREAS during the period between 2008 and 2010, the Town of Marana Parks and Recreation Citizens Advisory Commission completed a master planning process; and WHEREAS as a part of the master planning process, citizens participated in focus groups, public meetings, a scientific telephone survey, and presentations at community events to provide input into the planning process; and WHEREAS the Town of Marana Parks and Recreation Citizens Advisory Commission has reviewed the 2010 Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan and recommends that it be approved by the Town Council; and WHEREAS the Town Council finds that adoption of the 2010 Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan as set forth in this resolution is in the best interests of the Town and its residents. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MARANA, ARIZONA, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Town of Marana 2010 Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan, attached to and incorporated by this reference in this resolution as Exhibit A, is hereby ap- proved, and the Town Manager is hereby authorized to implement it for and on behalf of the Town of Marana. Marana Resolution 2010-95 1 {00023325.DOC /} SECTION 2. The Town's Manager and staff are hereby directed and authorized to undertake all other and further tasks required or beneficial to carry out the terms, obligations, and obj ectives of the aforementioned Town of Marana 2010 Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MARANA, ARIZONA, this 5th day of October, 2010. i t i Mayor Ed onea ATTEST: ocelyn C. ronson, Town Clerk Mauna Resolution 2010-95 2 {00023325.DOC /} APPROVED AS TO FORM: Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Acknowledgements Tawn Council Ed Honea, Mayor Herb Kai, Vice Mayor Russell Clanagan Patti Comerford Carol McGorray Jon Post Roxanne Ziegler Parks and Pecreation Citizen Advisory Commission Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Parks and Recreation Department Tom Ellis, Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan, Recreation Superintendent Steve Schmidt, Parks Superintendent Matt Meyer, Sports and Aquatics Coordinator Darice Larriva-Johnson, Special Interest Class Coordinator Marily Payton, Senior Program Coordinator Jen Ward, Youth & Inclusion Recreation Coordinator Lea Ann Dorrel,Executive Assistant Matt Meyer, Sports Coordinator Adelina Martin, Special Events Coordinator ~nvironnnental Enc~ineerin Division Jennifer Christelman, Manager Janine Spencer, Environmental Projects Coordinator DeVelopmlentCenter Kevin Kish, General Manager Development Services TeChnfCa~ SerVICeS Dlvlslon Chris Mack, Technology Services And The Citizens and businesses of Marana ~~ ~ `f~ ~~ ~~°~ Table of Contents Ib /, b ~ u ~ I ~!r ~ ~ 9 . 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GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE: HUMAN ASSETS # ...................e.........#...............#......44 The Parks System ..@#.,,@..,f,.,.,,es„e.,,fa,,e+,•,u,a.,....•e,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,sui.##.b.b..,e.:.,,, ~~ Park Standards ............................................................................................................................46 Neight7orhood, Community, District, and Regional Park Standards ...............................................52 Challenges. Opportunities, And Results .......................................................................................72 Parks System Goals, Policies, And Action Strategies ................................................................... 76 The Trail Svstem ..............................................................@.,..................... $1 Marana Parks, Recreation, trails and Dpen Spuce Mnster Plan v Brands at the Stockyards Arena, Marana. Photo: PLAN-et Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Challenges. Oppartunities, And Results .......................................................................................86 Gc~F~I~. Pc,li~ie~ And Actian Strategies ............................ ... ~J1 ~I ~I~rM~W 11 P!!.!,!1!!.}1!!li.lep0l l1111!!!R>MIdf P.1l111111111IIN.,blllt.Pi1.!!#elf IP111PlPEl IEP, l1l I!• e.+'~ //Challenges, Gppartunities, And Results .....................................................................................1p9 Pragrams Goals, Policies and Action Strategies ........................................................................12Q ~~ec~al ~venfiS,e.,1,.l1...,,l1.r.e..•.sl,s•sass.s:..,1.1„es.,.,1e..1.,1l,..,l.s1....eaes.,.ss1slr.lr. 16.! Challenges, Qppartunities, And Results .....................................................................................128 Special Events Gaals, Policies and Actian Strategies .................................................................131 GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE: SUSTAINABLE ASSETS ............................................a.3z 1 W 5., ~ 114 ~~ J ~ ~1 F! 14~ 1 F [.# ~ 4. ~~! 1~ ![ p G I~ 41641 ~~.•. s e P s! ,r ! e s P e e 1• e e s r s• .. s s 1•. 1 .. s. P•! s s s e e! e s a s .. e!,+ e 1+. Challenges, appartunities, And Results .....................................................................................134 Fac;iiitif;~ Maintenance and Qperatians Gaals, Palicies and Action Strategies ............................138 Finance and lmplemen~a~lOn.,..r..!!s.•r.l.le,...e,sr.sl,es:s.1•e•.ISS..l.eellxeerls.esss,..l11l, 1~~ Demand Farecast ......................................................................................................................143 Financial Farecast ......................................................................................................................145 Financaing Alternatives ................................................................................................................145 Fi~~ance and Implerr~entatiarr Goals, PalECies and Actian Strategies ............................................152 vi Map G1.1: Manna's Green Infrastructure Map OS.1 HCP Conservation Zones and l..inkages .....................................................................36 Map OS2. Open Space Areas ....................................................................................................45 Map PK,1: Private Recreation Areas Within Marana ............................................................... 49 Map PK.2: Public Parks ...................................................................................................... 50 Map T.1: 2009 Taws of Marana Parks And Trails ....................................................... .... $3 Map T.2: 2010 Parks, Recreation, Trails, And Open Space Master Plan Trails .................... 87 FI~URI Figure C1.1: Facilities % of Residents Say Marana Needs Moro ................................................. 24 Figure C1,2: Programs: % Say Marana Needs More ...................................................................25 Figure PK,1: Example Neighborhood Park ................................................................................. 5C Figure PK.2: Example Community Park .....................................................................................60 Figure PK.3: Example District Park ............................................................................................64 Figuro PK,4: Example Regional Park .........................................................................................f8 ~raa~~s Table C,1: Town of Marana 2008-2030 Population Forecast ................................................... .20 ~ Table PK.1: ................ Acres Necessary To Maintair7 Current Standards ................................... .47 ;~ ~ Table PK.2: Existing Public Parks ............................ .48 ~-- Table PK.3: Town of Marana Recommended Standards ........................................................... . 51 rn Table OS.1: Tiered Improvement Requirement ............................ ..,.,.................,......, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, , 72 ~ .. n Table P.1: Programs Generally Offered by Parks and Recreation Programs In The Untied States 106 Table P.2: Facilities Provided Ry Marana And Other Providers And Available Ta Marana Q Residents .......... ................................................................................................ ,... 110 Table P.3: Current Marana Programs And User Groups ......................................................... 113 Table F.1: Sources of Funding: Marana Parks ....................................................................... 143 Table F.2: Marana Baseline Growth Forecast ........................................................................ 143 C!l Marana Parks, Recreation, TraNs And Open Spare Master Plan vn Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Table F.3: Table F.4: Total Baseline Park. Acres Demanded Tl~rouclh 2020 ............................................ Parkland Un-met Demand Forecast ...................................................................... 144 144 Table F.S: Estimate Of Neighborhood Parks Facilities Demand ....................... ..,.. 146 Table F.6: Estimate of Community Parks Facilities Demand .................................................. 146 Table F.7: Estimate of District Parks Facilities Demand ......................................................... 147 Table F8: Estimate Of Regional Parks Facilities Demand ..................................................... 148 Table F.9: Total Community Facilities Demand ...................................................................... 149 Table F,10: Summary Of Facilities Costs ................................................................................. 150 Table F.11: Total Parkland Acres Needed ............................................................................... 151 Table F.12: Land Costs ........................................................................................................... 151 Table F.13: Trail Development Costs ....................................................................................... 151 Table F,14: Table F.15: Site Development Costs ....................................................................................... Total Development Costs .........................................................,...,,,...........,..,,....., 151 151 APPENQICES Appendix I: Community Survey ............................................ Appendix II; Community Ideas .............................................. Appendix III: Trail Standards .................................................. Appendix IV: Private Park Inventory ........................................ viii THIS PACE INTENTIONALLY FLANK ~- rn c~ m Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Spare Muster Plan ix e:t ' P } ~ Y ~ E 3-0$' }'~ ~~~ i'' 8j ,Photo; PLAN-et j . 1 _: `' 1 F a~ ~ ,. ~ ~` ~zT'r x ,,~~ A . .I ~ 9 ~~ ~, ys a i ~p r~r# ~ ~ x ~s ~i~~" L. „. x ...; ~., ...s., ~r A n ~`"~'" ,~~ Executive Summary a, } try ~x ~: ~~~~ ~z ~~ ;, Soccer Fields at Ora Photo: PLAN-et Preface Parks and recreation programs and facilities are widely recognized as essential community components. 1Nell run programs enrich citizen social and educational life; a diverse selection of well maintained parks and recreation facilities attract new residents and create a high quality of life for current residents. Special Events attract visitors and enhance community revenues. Manna's parks, trails and recreation programs are recognized by it's residents as important to their quality of life and well-being. They support the Parks and Recreation Department through attendance at community events, high use of fa- cilities and high program attendance. Residents participating in the development of this Plan recog- nizethat it is an important document that provides long-term guidance far the Town's Parks and Rec- reation Department to maintain and enhance its' role in contributing to the high quality of life resi- dents enjoy. ~r+~en Infrastru+~tur~ This Plan recognizes Town parks, recreation facilities and programs as the Green Infrastructure that sustains Marano and is essential to community life. Like roads, water and sewer lines, Green Infrastructure is part of the lifeblood of community and includes Ecological Assets (Manna's open spaces), Human Assets (facilities, programs and special events}, and Sustainable Assets (operations, maintenance, and financing). Understanding the function of parks and recreation facilities and programs as infrastructure critical to the Town positions Manna's Parks and Recreation Department to function efficiently in a national and local environment where the role of parks and recreation departments is changing. Recreation Diversify Marano offers a wide array of parks, trails, natural areas, developed parks and programs to its resi- dents. Unique natural features include the Santa Cruz River, Tortolita Mountains and Fan, and im- mediate access to the Saguaro National Park and the Ironwood Forest National Monument. The Town maintains an extensive trail system along Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan ~r~~~~ , . Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan the River and within the Tortolita Mountain Park. It provides, via the private and public sectors, neighborhood parks within walking distance of most houses, and community and district parks with fields and special fa- cilitiessuch as swimming pools, skate parks, dog parks and sand volleyball courts. The Town park and public facility inventory includes eight existing public and 36 private, neighborhood parks. Public facilities include a senior center, skate park, and a swimming pool. Private recreation facilities include the Heritage Highlands Clubhouse and Gallery Sports Club (Dove Mountain). Public, Pima County owned district parks include the County owned and privately managed Mike Jacobs Sports Park and the County-owned and managed Arthur Pack Regional Park. Major Topics Addressed by This Plan $~ As the Town's population grows, it will need to secure additional parkland, build new facil- itiesand adjust it's program offerings. These needs are especially challenging given the budgetary challenges associated with the 2008 - 2011 national recession. Important to meeting Town Parks and Rec- reation need is providing facilities for recre- ation programs. This Plan outlines service and facility standards for neighborhood, community, district and regional parks. It ad- ditionally recommends that all district parks include a community center, and that when possible and practical, community centers be provided in community parks. The current system for securing parkland is development based. As a result, the Tawn is well supplied with neighborhood parks, but recognizes that gaps exist in the provision of community and district parks. This Plan sug- gests options for ensuring that future devel- opment results in a more even distribution of parks throughout Marana. Using the service standards included in this Plan, it is projects that approximately 18 parks will be demanded by 2020: 10 neigh- borhood,six community, one district and one regional park. pe The Town is bisected from north to south by natural and man-made features. Interstate 10, the Santa Cruz River, Brawley Wash, the Union Pacific Railroad Tracks, and the Cen- tral Arizona Project Canal provide benefits to the Town and challenge east-west trail con- nectivity. The Plan includes action strategies to connect trails across the I-10 and along washes, creating a seamless trail network throughout the Town. P'ark~ And Trail Types (j £.,E ~F ~ i y 18 dt ~.~X :,,.~4'x This Plan establishes park and trail types and standards for development and construction. The Plan establishes neighborhood, com- munity, district, regional and special use park types. For each park type, minimum acre- age, facility and design standards are estab- lished inthis Plan. The Plan establishes trail and path locations and standards. Trails and parks within Mara- na are constructed by the Town and private development. This Plan includes design standards to ensure trails, trailheads, and paths are constructed to a consistent design standard. A separate document provides construction standards for parks. Recreation Pr~r~ms y [ ~ ~- 'qty y ~, Recre7latio4n0programs are staff intensive and pose a potential for revenue lass. The Plan identifies a range of options to reduce Depart- mental program costs, as well as enhancing the range of programs offered by the Depart- ment. A four-tier fee philosophy, allowing far a range of programs necessary to the Tawn, is also discussed. ~„ The Parks and Recreation Department pra- vides a range of special events for the Town. This Plan recommends that these events be carefully examined with regards to the extent to which they fulfill the mission of the Parks and Recreation Department. Additionally, the Plan suggests that events be timed and targeted to specific market opportunities so their revenue generating potential can be maximized. The operations and maintenance of parks and recreation facilities is inextricably tied to their use and contribution to the quality of life in the Town. This Plan uses National Rec- reation and Parks Association standards for maintenance and applies them to Town facili- ties. Additionally, it includes recommenda- tions toensure maintenance of private parks in a manner that meets the standards of the Town. ~_.:; Park demand forecasts prepared for this Plan show the total unmet demand for developed park land in the Town is projected to be ap- proximately 730 acres by 2020. A substan- tial amount of that total is due to the unmet need for a regional park within the Town. As- sumingthe construction of the BOR Regional Park proceeds, and the Sanders Grove and Cascada community and Pima Farms Trail- head parks proceed, this estimate could be reduced by approximately 73% or 530 acres - leaving a need for 180 new acres of devel- oped neighborhood, community and district parkland through 2020. Based on Today's market, vacant land ranges from $15,000 to $30,000 per acre, depending on zoning, infrastructure and location. Including land al- readyowned bythe Town, acquisition of land for future parks could cost from $2.7 million to $5.4 million. Additional costs for park con- structionsubstantially increase that amaunt. To reduce the capital outlay required to supply the Tawn's Green infrastructure, the Funding and Implementation chapter of this Plan recommends partnerships, land bank- ing, and working with private recreation pro- viders to provide facilities and services. Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails bnd Open Space Hasler Plan Purpose Of The Plan Marano General Plan. 2D07. This Master Plan recognizes how the Town of Ma- rano Parks and Recreation Department provides critical operational and quality of life services for Marano residents and defines goals, policies, and action strategies for facilities and programs en- abling the Department to continue these services over the next decade. To meet the challenges of the next decade this Plan recognizes the Town's parks and recreation system as the Town's Green Infrastructure' - a critical portion of the community's infrastructure. Like water, sewer, roads and safety services, Ma- rana's Parks and Recreation System furthers the health, welfare and economy of the Town. The Plan enhances the traditional nation of green infra- structure to mean the environmental and human assets and the sustainable elements of the Town's parks and recreation facilities and programs. This concept is more fully explained in the Vision Chap- ter ofthe Plan. 1 Green Infrastructure is an interconnected network of waterways, wetlands, woodlands, wildlife habitats and other natural areas; greenways, parks and other conservation lands; working farms, ranches and forests; and wilderness and other open spaces that support native species, maintain natural ecological processes, sustain air and water resources, and contribute to the health and quality of life for America's communities and people (Benedict and McMahon, 2006)." The goals, strategies and actions in this Plan will enable the Parks and Recreation Department to meet the challenge of the changing tale of recre- ation in a sustainable manner. This role includes viewing parks and recreation departments as key players in a community's physical health and in the fight against youth and adult obesity. Parks and recreation departments are being asked to participate in community education, health and wellness for a population that is living longer and to enhance the breadth of learning opportunities for youth. Parks and recreation departments are expected to be leaders in supporting the natural environment of a community by creating parks that conserve valuable natural habitats, open spaces, views and groundwater. They are also recognized as the leaders in fostering a sense of community and connectedness through special events, sup- partingartistic and cultural activities and contribut- ing to community mobility through off-street trails and bicycle facilities. Through implementation of this Plan, the Marano Parks and Recreation De- partmentwill continue to support the Town in these areas. This Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan is a working document for citizens, staff, elected officials and those doing business Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Manna Parks, Recreation,Trails And Open Space Master Plan with the Town as well as those that oper- ate businesses within the Town. It contains chapters organized around the ecological and human green infrastructure assets, and sustainable green infrastructure elements. This plan was developed through a public process that is described in the Community Ideas chapter. HYPERLINKS: Brawn Text denotes a link to another docu- ment arresource. Ta explore the link, posi- tion your cursor over the highlighted text, press the Ctrl Key and click on the link. Plan Authorities This plan updates the July 2000 Tawn of Ma- rana Park, Trails and Open Space System Master Plan and moves forward the broad goals, policies and actions contained in the Town's adapted General Plan. Plan Organization This plan is organized into four sections: In- troduction, Green Infrastructure Ecological Assets, Green Infrastructure Human Assets and Green Infrastructure Sustainable As- sets. Within the Introduction Section, the Plan includes chapters that describe the planning context, outline information relevant to the implementation and development of this Plan, summarize other documents that will provide additional guidance in Plan im- plementation and describe the relationship of this Plan to the Town of Marana Strategic Plan, the Parks and Recreation Master Plan planning process and the Master Plan Vi- sion. The Plan Vision describes the concept of Green Infrastructure, and haw the com- ponents of Manna's parks and recreation programs and facilities function as Manna's Green Infrastructure. The Green Infrastructure sections of the plan include chapters addressing open space, parks, trails, programs, special events, oper- ations,and maintenance and financing. Each of these chapters include a short overview of current conditions, a discussion of opportuni- ties,challenges, and results as well as goals, policies and action strategies relevant to the service area. It is these goals, policies and, action strategies that guide and implement this plan. Other Relevant Qocuments Manna and its neighbors, Tucson, Oro Val- ley, Pima and Pinal Counties, the Saguaro National Park, and the Ironwood Forest Na- tional Monument recognize the value of the natural areas within their jurisdiction. Each prepared plans and supported organizations to conserve these resources while encour- aging appropriate use. The documents that have informed the preparation of this plan include: Town of Marana General Plan 2007 -The Town's General Plan includes a Recreation and Open Space element. The element in- cludes four goals, supported by policies and actions. The Plan goals are: • Protect and preserve natural open spaces; Plan and develop a comprehensive system of trails that connects regional trails with local trails, parks, neighbor- hoods, and recreational amenities; Provide a system of developed parks and recreational facilities throughout the community; Provide a balanced range of recre- ation programs for the entire commu- nity. Town of Marana Parks, Open Space and Trail System Master Plan 2000 -This plan was developed to provide guidance to the Parks and Recreation Department through 2020, as well as provide input into the Town's General Plan. The Plan identifies elements of the parks, trails and open space system, sets standards for parks and trails and proj- ects future park land acquisition and park development needs. It includes goals, poli- cies and strategies for addressing projected parks and recreation needs. Town of Marana Draft Habitat Species Conservation Plan -The draft, and when adapted, the final Habitat Species Conserva- tion Plan will provide policies and guidance regarding open space in Marana. (Contact the Town for the mast current version of this document.) Oro Valley General Plan 2005 -The Town of Oro Valley zoning ordinance and General Plan include strong regulations and guid- ance regarding protection and provision of open space, trails, and park facilities. The plan recognizes the importance of Catalina State Park and the Tortolita Mountain Park as open space resources to Oro Valley. Its implementation commits the Town to work- ing cooperatively with neighboring jurisdio- tions to provide for joint multiple use facilities and public access to these resources. Trails planning in Oro Valley is guided by the November 2002 Ora Valley Trails Task Force Report. Updated in 2008 with a Trails Plan Implementation Report, the Plan sum- marizes trail accomplishments and identifies new project and program priorities. Several projects share, or have the potential to share continuous corridors with Marana. These include the Canada Del Oro Wash and trail- heads onthe east end of the Tortolita Moun- tains. Pinal County Open Space and Trails Master Plan - Pinal County adopted it's Open Space and Trails Master Plan in 2008. The County Plan establishes the Juan Bautista de Anza (de Anza) Trail alignment, recognizes the trail along the Central Arizona Project and proposes two additional alignments within the Pinal County portion of the Marano Plan- ning Area. It identifies Tortolita Mountain Park as a passive recreation resource. The Plan also identifies Pinal County, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Bureau of Rec- lamation (BOR), Arizona State Land Depart- aM/U~~ HCP Conservation Zones and Linkages tr ; Znne 1.95%Open Space Zone 2.80°k Open Space !.""'.'.; Zone 3 • lOWo Open Space Nilglalion Lands Largo Lds Riparian Areas Proposed Corridors •~~•^~-~• EaisllrpCnmdors • Marana Town LfmNs r . • HCP Piannirq Area __ CnsnlyL~ne N~~(( 11 ~~""af 7~, c ns i z 7 --.Mks Marana Parks, Rerreaiion, Trails And Open Spate Master Plan Draft Marana Habitat Conservation Plan Conservation Areas and Linkages. January,2O1O Manna Parks, Recreatian,Trails And OpenSpace MasterPlan ment (ASLD) and private property owners as the primary entities responsible for imple- mentation of planned parks and trails within Manna's Planning Area. Pima County Regional Trail System Master Plan (2010) -New trail standards, signing, and trail alignments and trail locations high- light this planning effort updating the 1996 Eastern Pima County Trails Master Plan. The Plan also covers trails parks; trailheads, nodes, and boundary access points; various crossings (grade-separated and at grade); and bicycle and pedestrian focused improve- ments, It specifically identifies several trails, river parks, paths and greenways within the Town including the Juan Bautista de Anza Trail along the Santa Cruz River, Rillito and Canada Del Oro River Parks, paths and/ Pinal County open Space and Tails Master Plan ~. .~, ~. t . ..rr ~~- a~; ~~ : ~~~~ ~ ,~ ~ ,~= EPc~ r '' al ,u Trails Master Plan 4 or trails along Tangerine, Barnett, Moore, Silverbell, Postvale, Sanders Roads, trail alignments along the Butterfield State Route and the Central Arizona Project (CAP) and Greenways along Tangerine Road, Avra Valley Road and Sandario Road. In addi- tion, the Plan includes backcountry trails in Tortolita Mountain Park, the Brawley Wash, and routes into the Ironwood Forest National Monument. Ironwood Forest National Monument Draft Resource Management Plan -Adopted in 2009 this plan focuses on protecting natural, cultural, and visual resources, managing cur- rent and future visitors, and increased future use resulting from expanded urbanization in Tucson, Marano and State Trust Land. The RMP proposes alternative actions that the BLM might take with regards to the Monu- ment. Generally, the Monument will partner with other entities and organizations to con- servethe natural and cultural resources with- inthe monument and manage the area as a remote area that provides minimal facilities for camping, off-road vehicles and hunting. Specifically, the recommended RMP actions include: • Coordination with entities that man- age archeological resources; • Partnering with organizations that are pursuing heritage tourism; • Coordinating with adjacent jurisdic- tions and planning authorities to manage visual resources consistently on lands adjacent to the monument lands; • Manage for the use and discharge of firearms; • Establish visitor centers; • Manage for sight-seeing, driving for pleasure, vehicle touring, and OHV recreation; • Provide minimal improvements and maintenance to accommodate allow- able uses in accordance with RMP objectives; • Establish restrictions to limit motorized vehicle use, non-motorized use, non- motorized mechanized use to desig- nated routes, and limit recreation use ~~ $, ~Yima RegiozralTrailSysten~~ller~l~i ,, ..~~ Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan. 2009 to designated sites in accordance with RMZ objectives and prescriptions. Saguaro National Park Comprehensive Trail Management Plan 2009 -The purpose of this plan is to prevent impairment and unac- ceptable impacts on natural and cultural re- sources; provide reasonable access to the trail network and irailheads; eliminate unnec- essary andlor parallellduplicatetrails; ensure a safe and maintainable trail network; pro- videfor aclearly designated trail system; and offer a variety of trail experiences. This plan adds three new horse/hiker trails (Scenic, Packrat and Passey Loop} to the northeast corner planning area adjacent to Marana and new trailheads at Torngat Court, and at Sce- nic Drive. GOALS, POLICIES AND STRATEGIES: A goal is a general, long term guideline that explains what the Tawn of Marana wants to achieve with regards to the provi- sion of parks, trails, open spaces and rec- reationservices for the community. A policy is an operational guideline that accomplishes the goal. Because a gaal is broad and tang term, several policies may be appropriate to accomplish it. An action strategy is a specific action or set of actions that implement, ar execute, the policy. 'Trails flan- '1'ucsan Mountain District- 1'reterre~ Alternative agena ~ ~ «~aV tlwug l~edbWi 1 ~..p' cs ~ „9 ds,~1, ~ ~ c ~.. V111.:1 S:NNIM ~ ~ ~ '?~ s. Klfblb 1{F I ... _ wl~ ~u ~ Iw«nalrnad - - -_ ~ pp}ADA i .n, ~~1 --~ nay n~r~+r I ~ ~ _ =-., -- ~~w.~~ o ~ f ,~ ~ ~. . i dad-IANhdlx ,€' r -- fnN«IA~aterulrp _ Y # ~ ~J~ 4 - rr~~~e«,. NR« ~ -°•° EaSSIA Wain+Wsr UNR;;h9nM IP H+++.Nk! it i l I t DdIrkA OxmdMy ~ r, ~• ~~w ~t-. y ~. Ota%pdpy NNNJ teals,M.Sen.+rtndlymmarkr+%tllere NNnmNM '` I • f;n('1er K~ r .~.,~.P,..... Tt1A Indn fff"' ~ t. Owae^f WInM 7 Valley Yeew I,r J. NI d11NmSA ~,~-~' , r~ ~ ~«y~d Fd51 ' (' ~J B. Ironwood Pcre51 8 R"nAtfll +„M+uw. `~ 1U MNIdUasl 11 Scenr,tnal -- a r~wrn 18 Fdsdry Lapp 11 VaMrtq'd ~.. ~ Ia1a1 Shct MIeS a/ J11 MANN RddE,l Trap Nllee- 1170 Mile! NSI A,nnitaef II,gN NCI ....»~.....,.~.~. M;L1691'ABeruuve ni,toM~ ++mTr %~ Saguaro National Park Comprehensive Trails Management Plan. 2009. Marana Parks, Recreation, trails And Open Space Mnsler Plan 5 Marana Parks, Recreation,Trails And Open Space Master Plan Tucson Mountain Park Management Plan 2008 -Tucson Mountain Park is a 37 square mile natural resource park located south of Saguaro National Park West in Pima County. The site encompasses much of the south- ern portion of the Tucson Mountain range and portions of the alluvial area to the west. There are several distinct areas that are col- lectively managed as Tucson Mountain Park including: • Lands historically included in Tucson Mountain Park; • The Central Arizona Project (CAPS Wildlife Mitigation Corridor ; • The Robles Pass Trails Park; • The BLM Expansion Area. The Management Plan identifies manage- ment objectives, articulates policies, and lists specific actions for Park management of Tucson Mountain Park. Information on man- agement of biological, cultural, visual and physical resources and public use facilities is included in the Plan along with identification of park trails, roadways and maintenance fa- cilities. The Plan guides park administration and management. 6 TH15 PACE INTENTIQ-NALLY BLANK Marano Parks, Recraai'ion, Trails dnd Open Space Master Plan ~ ~~.~ _ ~~-fi ~ `$ / ~~ Vision Marana is framed by mountains and open spaces. Introduction Marana is a growing community offering a high quality of life for its citizens and businesses. The Silverbell and Tucson Mountains to the west, and the Tortolita and Santa Catalina Mountains on the east provide a dramatic backdrop and remarkable, accessible, apen spaces far the Town. The Santa Cruz River and the historic Juan Bautista de Anza Trail create a recreation and open space corridor passing through the community. This corridor con- nects neighborhood, community, and district parks to undeveloped open spaces and other destina- tions. Marana residents recognize their quality of life is enhanced by these natural resources. They also recognize that community resources -hiking clubs, sports leagues and recreation programs are supported by the Town's natural environment. The environment, Tawn operated recreation programs and Town and privately developed and operated recreation facilities form the building blocks of community. When asked about their vision for the Marana Parks, Trails, Open Space and Recreation Master Plan, Town residents, businesses and staff iden- tified abroad range of aspirations addressing all aspects of community life: • Conserving apen space; • Providing places and facilities for active, outdoor and indoor recreation; • Contributing to a more sustainable environ- ment; • Providing non-traditional educational op- portunitiesfor citizens; • Providing opportunities for healthy lifestyles and activities; • Contributing to the local economy • Enhancing the reputation of the Town as a destination for outdoor activities and recre- ation; • Recognizing the Town's agricultural heri- tage; • Recognizing the Town's prehistoric heri- tage. These hopes combine with the area natural re- sources, Town parks, recreation programs, and facilities as the building blocks for a vision for Ma- rana'ssustained quality of life. Green Infrastructure is a network of multifunc- tional green and open spaces that contributes to a high quality natural and built environment and is an integral component of a high quality of life in a sustainable community. The concept of Green Marana Parks, Recreation, Traits And Open Space Master Plan Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Qpen Space Master Plan Infrastructure can include: • Community green spaces within sub- divisions; • Wash, river and wildlife corridors; • Brownfields and greenfields; • Public and private parks and play areas; • Natural and semi-natural wildlife and vegetatative habitats; • Cemeteries; • Agricultural areas; • Historic landscapes; • Nature reserves; • Local, state and national cultural sites and monuments; • Development sites with the potential for open spaces and trails; • Public and private trails, routes, paths, trailheads and other recre- ational routes, with and without public access, and in bath urban and rural locations. Planning Manna's Parks and Recreation System as Green Infrastructure moves the Town closer to it's aspirations by providing Master Plan goals, policies and strategies that will: • Contribute to the management and administration, conservation and im- provement ofthe local landscape; • Contribute to the protection, conser- vation and management of historic landscapes, archaeological and built heritage assets; • Maintain and enhance biodiversity to ensure that the Parks and Recreation Master Plan supports the Town's Draft Habitat Conservation Plan; ~' 10 Result in the creation of new recre- ation facilities, programs and open spaces necessary to maintain the quality of life for current and future residents; Result in parks and recreation fa- cilities that integrate with natural pro- cesses and systems; Result in the management and ad- ministration of the Parks and Recre- ation Department in a way that ac- commodates sustainable growth and provides for sport and recreation; Result in facilities that provide high standards of quality and sustainability to deliver social, economic and environmental benefits; Provide a focus for social inclusion, community development and lifelong learning. The Santa Cruz River is a key ecological asset within the Town. Green Infrastructure refers to an inter- connected green space network. This could include natural areas and fea- tures, public and private conservation lands, working lands with conservation values, parks, trails and other public and private open space. Green tnfrastructure: Linking Landscapes and Communities. Mark 8enedret and Edward T. McMahon. Defining Manna's Parks and Recreation fa- cilities as Green Infrastructure, means the Town's natural and man-made recreation facilities and programs are systems and net- works supporting and enriching Manna's social and natural environment. They help protect and restore social and natural eco- systems and provide a framework for the future. A green infrastructure system, has important sustainable outcomes including: • Enriched habitat and biodiversity (through conservation of natural re- sources and resource links such as rivers, washes, wildlife corridors and open spaces; • Natural landscape processes imple- mented through sustainable design and management practices of parks and open spaces; • Cleaner air and water through the use of design techniques that reduce carbon emissions and recharge storm water; • Increased recreation and transporta- tion opportunities (as a result of un- derstandingtrails and recreation facili- ties as part of a larger transportation system; • Improved public health (as a result of more people participating in activities and programs; • Connection to nature and sense of place through meaningful design; • Enhanced economies of operations Y a ~~ ~. ~~.. a, ~ti ~ d;w 2~~~ a# ' - ., Trails, such as this one through Gladden Farms, are part of the Town's Human Assess. Photo: PLAN-et. through well planned parks, open spaces, and natural areas which have also been shown to increase property values and decrease the casts of pub- lic infrastructure and public services, including the casts for stormwater management and water treatment systems. Manna's green infrastructure, like any infra- structuresystem, has ecological, human and sustainable assets, The ecological assets embrace and permeate the community and include the natural desert, rivers, washes, canals and open spaces providing recreation opportunities. These assets support human elements such as trails, parks and commu- nity facilities that provide a range of recre- Manna Parks, Recreation, trails And Open Space Masser Plan 11 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan ation, social and environmental experience. Finally, the ecological and human assets are complemented by sustainable elements such as green building practices, recycling, and water recharge, when practical and pos- sible. Vision: Ecological Assets Ecological Assets are those elements of the Town's Green Infrastructure supporting wildlife, providing an environment for natural processes and vegetation, and constituting scenic views and the natural elements of the Town's setting. Ecological Assets include national forests, parks and wilderness areas, rivers and their 100-year floodplains and washes as well as undeveloped public and private land that has ecological values. Con- nectingthese assets to each other by natural corridors such as rivers, washes, mountain ranges and open spaces should be pursued at every opportunity. Marana's ecological assets are the open spaces within and around it. These include the Santa Cruz River, the Catalina, Tucson, Silverbell and Tortolita Mountains and the Tortolita Fan and the Los Robles/Brawley and Canada del Oro washes. These areas continue to be maintained as natural areas by the Town and other entities. They are ac- cessible to Town residents and are known as regional and statewide destinations that at- tract visitors to Marana and contribute to the Town's economy. Marana is fortunate that it's Ecological As- sets are substantial and connected to larger natural systems. The Ironwood Forest Na- tional Monument and Saguaro National Park are connected by the Santa Cruz River and it's floodplain weaving northeast towards Picacho Peak State Park and to the Catalina Mountains via Canada Del Oro Wash. The Tortolita Mountains and Tortolita Fan are connected to Coronado National For- est and Tortolita Mountains in Pinal County. The Santa Cruz River and La Canada del Oro and Los Robles/Brawley Washes are, in their own right, significant Ecological Assets. Planning by other jurisdictions also proposes connecting Ecological Assets across jurisdic- tional boundaries. Agoal ofthe Pima County Multi-species Habitat Conservation Plan and the Marano Draft Habitat Conservation Plan is to connect the Tucson and Tortolita Moun- tains. Vision: Human Assets Human Assets are places people interact. They include parks, trails and buildings sup- portingthe social networks of the community. Paths and trails connect Human Activities to one another and to ecological assets. They connect neighborhood and social destina- tions. Parks provide locations for socializing, organized sports, pick-up games or special events. Community centers provide perma- nent locations for programs, cultural arts, and gatherings. Key Marana Human Assets include Crossroads at Silverbell Park, Ora Mae Harn Park, the Santa Cruz Multi-Use Path, trails within the Tortolita Mountains and Fan and trails between area parks. Human assets serve as connections to and between ecological assets when the latter do not natu- rallyconnect. Parks - Marana's parks provide safe, well maintained and pleasant places and facilities for residents of all ages to enjoy organized sports, unstructured play, passive activities, community and family social events and cel- ebrations. Paths and Trails -The non-motorized net- work of shared-use paths, trails, and trail- heads link people to place within the Town and region. This trail network provides a safe, enjoyable and healthful experience for users and showcases Marana's heritage, contributing to the strength of its economy, culture, and quality of life. Programs -The Town of Marano provides a broad spectrum of recreation programs, events, and services to the community. These services weave the fabric for develop- ing astrong sense of community reinforcing the importance of life quality in Marana. Vision ~ Sustainable Assets The Sustainable Assets are the materials, operations and management approaches used to sustain the Green Infrastructure. These assets are visible (for example solar panels that could be used to power commu- nity centers or rest roams) and operational (leaving certain areas natural which helps to reduce maintenance requirements), Sustain- The ecological assets are supported by the Town's Draft Habitat Conservation Plan and 12 Map OS.1: Marana's Green Infrastructure Pinol County •!o e!!!!an!!!A!!~!!e• Plma County Green Infrastructure Green Inrrgtlsu4lm! it Ih! In1elCOnnlcxetl narurni. numgn qn0 xamm nelwmF Ihnl xnxlolns the rpmmunlty. 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Ilke pocks p+p vide pmmpnenl Ins'allonx for pragroms, cm!urpl prh. and gmherings. K!y Marana Nr,rrrnn Asieh include fllrerhell~Codmo blllrlcl fork. Ora Mne Nearn V'~vr the iangnrin. Aopd Im N. Trolls wllhin and to the iadplllps and ,..r en Porkt wlihln the lows. and III planning area. Existing Human Asseh Proposed Human Assets ,.., „ e, Human link A lrailhead Sustainable Assets lha sudplnable Atteh nra+he moledals. opermlen+and management epprpachet used Ip fvfloln fhlt 9Yllem. these ptteh are ulslble -lot nmvle solar panels Thal could b! used to pnwrr communlly cen ten or rerhoomt: ppeepNOnel - leoving <erloln meat natural. reduc~ Ing malmenpnce regvhrmenh, and mpnagerlal - moving le an an~ Ilne replslcallon tYAlem Ihut rlducing e+ nllmloating the use lot paper. yp~IIlF~efn elrmenit are delallntl In the goels end nblecliven of Ihls pbn ~,//,rA Key Sustainable 4pporlunfly Area These orenx ctluld Include ana pre nm Iimlled to mints. prpvel plh and reservofrx. Ir/1 Planning Boundary w4~e+ Town of Marana Boundary /, 0 1 1 7 d metes NORTH Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Spnce Muster Plan 13 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan able Assets are also economic and manage- rial. For example, funding maintenance and new facilities necessary to sustain current service levels orusing an on-line registration system to reduce or eliminate the use of pa- per. These assets are described in the ~p- erationsand Financing chapters. These same concepts and elements apply to Marana's Green In#rastructure and are in- cluded in this Plan. They are: life and vegetation that defines the Sonoran Desert and Marana. Operations -The Town has a dedicated parks and recreation staff that is committed to providing quality, well maintained facilities as well as a variety of well organized recre- atianservices tothe residents of the commu- nity. Financing - Marana's parks, pragrams and recreation facilities reflect a blend of public and private financing, entrepreneurial ven- tures and partnerships. Green Infrastructure F~rrras A Framework For This Plan Much like Grey Infrastructure such as road- Ways, water and sewer systems, parks and recreation systems are the Green Infrastruc- ture that is fundamental to the quality of life in a community. When a community builds a road, water ar sewer line it builds them to specific standards with capacity to meet specific service levels. In order to construct the roads and water and sewer systems that are the components of Grey Infrastructure, designs and funding strategies must be de- veloped. Finally, as part of any infrastructure program, a community puts in place a main- tenance plan to ensure its infrastructure con- tinues to perform. • Goals that describe residents' aspira- tions for the Town's Green Infrastruc- ture; • Park and recreation service levels that were determined by the community. The service levels reflect the desires of Marana residents and businesses and consider the economic generator role played by parks and recreation services. • Strategies and standards to ensure that programs, facilities, and parks meet community demand and aspira- tions; • Classifications that describe the types of parks, trails, and facilities that com- prisethe system; • Funding and implementation options to ensure the Green Infrastructure is put in place; • Standards to ensure that the elements of the system are implemented and operated in a manner that is sustain- able - in other words, beneficial to the community as a whale. The Green Infrastructure emphasis of this plan also supports the Draft Marana Habitat Conservation Plan. This plan is in the de- velopment process and complements the Pima County Habitat Conservation Plan. It identifies conservation and mitigation areas throughout the Town. These areas are key to the conservation and preservation of wild- 14 TMIS PACE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails bnd Open Spuce Master Plan 15 ~. "`~: 8 Planning Process Introduction The Town of Marana initiated the Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan process in April 2008. Planning Process From the inception of the Plan, Town of Marana citizens and business owners have contributed ideas and comments that have been distilled into the goals, strategies and actions of this Plan, Throughout the process, the Tawn Parks and Recreation Citizen Advisory Commission regularly reviewed the progress of and provided guidance on the development of the Plan. Public meetings, focus groups, a telephone survey, the Town's web site and Town-wide events including the Marana Heritage Festival and Founders' Day were all used to reach out to the community. These efforts are detailed in the Community Ideas section of this Plan. In addition to community engagement, extensive research was undertaken on recreation facilities, recreation levels of service, funding levels and sources, and management structures and admin- istrative support provided by other jurisdictions similar to Marano. The results provided input into the Town's discussion about the level of services and facilities profiles that are appropriate to Mara- na, and that would contribute to the Town's quality of life and economic activity. The findings of this examination are included in the Community Ideas chapter of this Plan. To understand the residents that the Parks and Recreation Department will serve in the future, de- mographic information about Marana was exam- ined. This information is included in the Context chapter of this plan. During the development of this Plan, the Town embarked on a Strategic Planning Process that examined all of the Town's functions. A significant outcome of this process was identification of the natural environment and recreation as a key to the Town's economy and quality of life. This Plan moves forward the Strategic Plan. The relationship of the Strategic Plan to the Marano Parks, Recre- ation, Trails and Open Space Plan is included in the chapter titled Strategic Plan. Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan l~ The Marano Parks and Recreation Advisory Commis- sion Participates in a planning session. Introduction °S4 Y i ~_ ~~ , ' ~ ~ , ~; €: ~ 'F: ., ~qr rv ,~ , ' M ~~ ;~ ~~ ~ ht~ } 1 ~~,, ~ ~` ~~~" Marana is a relatively young community in the Tucson metropolitan area. The Town was Incor- porated in 1977, with about 1,500 people inside it's ten square mile limits. The Town has a rich pre-history and history that includes indigenous communities, farming, a role in World War II and post-war commercial development. By 2010, Ma- rana grew to slightly over 36,000 residents and 125 square miles within its incorporated limits and 240 square miles within its planning area. Over the past decades, Marana has transformed. The Town is home to the five-star Ritz Carlton at Dave Mountain resort and premier golf courses. Since 2000, significant master planned commu- nities and developments have been built. These include Dove Mountain in northeast Marana, Glad- den Farms in central Marana, Continental Ranch in southwest Marana and the Marana Town Cen- ter. Each of these master planned communities and developments, as well as other planned and existing neighborhoods, include developed parks and open space. Context Regional Context Marana's strong growth mirrors Tucson and Pima and Pinal Counties. To the east, between Marana and the Catalina Mountains, is the Town of Oro Valley. Oro Valley is a primarily residential com- munity with a strong commitment to the environ- mental and open space. Oro Valley is also home to many hiking groups that use trails throughout the region, in particular those in the Tortolita Moun- tains, and Saguaro National Park and ironwood Forest National Monument. Pima County and the Saguaro National Park form Marana's southern border. Tucson, with over 480,000 residents is the second largest city in Arizona and is just south of Marana. It provides a variety of recreation resources used by Marana residents. In particular, Marana residents report relying on public and private facilities outside of Marana for cultural arts, aquatic and private health club facilities. The Saguaro National Park pro- vides opportunities for hiking, horseback riding and bicycling. To the west, the Town is bordered by unincor- porated Pima County and the Ironwood Forest National Monument. The unincorporated area is Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 19 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan sparsely populated, and includes residential, agricultural, and mining uses. Most of this unincorporated area is included within the Town's planning area, which wraps around the north border of the National Monument. Residents within the unincorporated Marana planning area use the Town's parks and rec- reation programs. The Ironwood Forest National Monument recently updated its Management Plan (de- scribed in the Introduction in the Relevant Documents section) assuring that the area will continue to be managed as a remote nat- uralarea. Current Monument policies permit shooting and off-road vehicle use. As the practices outlined in the new Management Plan phase out these activities, the Town will need to continue to work with the County, ad- jacentjurisdictions, and the State to relocate them to an appropriate venue. State and Federal farad and the community of Red Rock frame the Town's northern border west of the I-10. The Town's Planning Area extends north into Pinal County. This area includes the Pinal Airpark and significant ar- eas of State Trust land. The Planning Area spans east and west of the I-10. At the time this Plan was written, no significant develop- mentwas proposed within the Planning Area. Once the Town's incorporated limits are co- incident with it's Planning Area, the Town's northern border will be close to Picacho Peak State Park and its western border will abut the Ironwood Forest National Monument. t.i..l Table C.1: Town Of Marana 2008-2030 Population Forecast Year Conservative ~8~~: ~ ~~' ~ ~ `~~~' ~~ ~u~ <'(!C~; a ~,I l<i 33,744 33,744 2009 34,702 34.$61 34,902 2010 36,202 36,636 38,812 2011 38,168 39,002 39,453 2012 40,244 41,541 42,392 2013 42,118 43,873 45,194 2014 43,797 46,004 47,849 2015 45,372 48,004 50,485 2016 46,890 50,015 53,177 2017 48,336 52,007 55,900 2018 49,719 53,922 58,667 2019 51,020 55,781 61,455 2020 52,311 57,626 64,223 2021 53,589 59,451 66,960 2022 54,862 61,269 69,688 2023 56,131 63,082 72,408 2024 57,393 64,886 75,112 2025 58,646 66,676 77,797 2026 59,890 68,453 80,463 2027 61,129 70,223 83,119 2028 62,364 71,987 $5,765 2029 63,591 73,739 88,393 2030 64,815 75,488 91,017 Source: E(fiof Pollack and Associates zo Local Context The Town of Marano includes important na- tional, state, regional and local open space and resources. The Santa Cruz River ex- tends through Marano from the southeast to the northwest. The Santa Cruz River is the locus of the historic Juan Bautista De Anza National Historic Trail, which is designated on the Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan as a shared use trail. The 1,200 mile trail connects Nogales Arizona to San Fran- cisco, California and generally follows the route of the historic 1775 Anza Expedition. Portions of the trail along the river that have been channelized are paved, other parts are undeveloped. Historically, Marano was an agricultural area. Since 1997, when the Town's population was estimated at less then 7,600 people, Marano has grown to an active community of just over 36,000 people (2010 -conservative}. Between 2010 and 2020 the town is con- servatively projected to grow to over 52,311 people. (See Table C.1.} The majority of the Town's population is located in large subdivisions. Continental Ranch is generally located between Avra Valley and Cortaro Roads and is one of the Towns largest and oldest master planned communities. Dove Mountain and Gladden Farms are newer master planned communi- ties. Dove Mountain is located east of the freeway, north of Tangerine Road at Dove Mountain Drive. Gladden Farms is located between Maare and Sandario Roads on the west side of I-10. Continental Reserve is lo- Gated south of Silverbell Road, west of I-10. Each of these communities provides neigh- borhood parks and trails that are managed by their homeowner associations for com- munity member use. A community center is planned in a future phase of the Gladden Farms Master Planned Community. rn Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Spare Master Plan 21 ~~~~~ u Wit',. . _.,~..... ~~ t' n k' ~ ' Y+ y L Y3 e ~" .' E M d ~~ } ~s Community Ideas Introduction The Marana community was asked about impor- tantbeliefs regarding of parks, facilities, and recre- ation programs throughout the planning process. Ideas were solicited from the community at large via a survey and at community events, public meetings and groups focused around specific rec- reationissues. The Town also solicited comments through its web page. The ideas gathered through these efforts are summarized below. c~rr~mun~ty5urv~y .~e ~; A random digit dial telephone survey of 400 Ma- rana households was conducted in late 2008 to help identify desired facilities and programs. The survey sample size provides a five percent (5%) margin of error. The sampling area included the Marana Planning Area. The full survey is included in Appendix I. The survey found that Marana residents are pleased with the overall level of service provided by their Parks and Recreation Department with 73% of the Town's residents reporting that they found the quality of the Town's recreation facilities excellent or good. The Town's facilities are well used. Overall, 53% of residents used Town parks and recreation facilities mare than once a month, with 24% of all residents using them more than once a week. Mare than 80% of the Town's resi- dents reported using the Marana parks and recre- ation facilities more than once a year. Almost all (96%) households with children used the Town's parks and recreation facilities at least several times a year. Importantly, Town facilities are also heavily used by two-thirds of households without children. While Marana residents participate in a wide va- riety of activities, they do desire additional facili- ties and programs. As shown in Figure C1.1, the survey found residents wanted more youth recre- ation centers (62%), fitness centers (56%), more swimming pools (56%) and a performing arts cen- ter (55%). Residents also want more community and neighborhood parks (52 and 49 percent, re- spectively) hiking and jogging trails (50%) and dog parks (49%). Residents identified a strong need for recreation programs for the physically challenged (64%) as Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 23 Public Comment on the Plan was solicited at community events, such as the Heritage Festival. Photo: PLAN-et. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Figure CI.1: Facilities % of Residents Say Marano Needs More 0.75% - 0.60% 0.45% 0.30% 0.15% a.ooi 0 0 in in o °, °, o ~ o ~o~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ o ® ~AO~~o well as for live performances (63%~, youth theatre (62%) and adult and youth fitness and wellness programs (61 and 59 percent respectively. Over half of all residents also stated that the Town needed more non- sports youth, aquatics and outdoor recre- ation programs, Figure C1.2 details program needs voiced through the survey, ^Youth Recreation Centers ^ Fitness Centers The survey also examined the extent to which Town Parks and Recreation Programs SwimmingPools and Facilities serve the different age groups ~ Performing Arts Centers within Marano. Overall, respondents, and especially those in West Marano and Dove Community Parks Mountain, feel that teens are under-served by Walking,joggingond hiking programs and facilities. Additionally, slightly trans more than half of all respondents (51 %~ feel Neighborhood Parks that working age adults are not well served. ~~~ Dog Parks When asked about spending priorities, re- Mountain Biking Trails spondents identified lighted playing fields, Basketball Courts outdoor pools, and indoor recreation facili- ties as top priorities. Almost two-thirds (65 Mountain and Desert and 64 percent, respectively) stated that they Preserves Skateboarding Parks would support some options to raise addi- tional parks and recreation funds including '`' BMxBike Park imposing a bed tax and spending a larger voiieybaii courts share of the Town budget on parks and rec- reation. Residents were split about raising Handand Raquetball parks and recreation facility and program courts fees. Residents opposed increases to sales tax and imposition of an annual facilities fee for parks and recreation programs. Public Events Residents attending Manna's Heritage Festi- val, Founders' Day or one of the public meet- 24 ings held during the development of this Plan provided feedback about the Plan goals, ser- vices and programs. At these events, they also reviewed maps describing existing and planned trails, Comments provided by the residents at public events are listed in Ap- pendix II, Community Ideas. Focus groups To understand issues associated with spe- cificuser groups, key stakeholders were con- tacted and interviewed on September 15th and 16th, 2008. The Focus Groups included representatives of: • Sports Leagues/Groups, • Youth and After School Programs in- cluding Kids Night Out, • Development Community/Landown- ers, • Surrounding jurisdictions including Pima County, Oro Valley, Ironwood Forest National Monument, Saguaro National Park, • Economic Development Entities such as the Chamber of Commerce and the Community Food Bank, • Homeowner Associations including Gladden Farms, Continental Ranch and Heritage Highlands, • Potential recreation partners such as the YMCA, Schools, Lord of Grace Lutheran Church and the Pima Coun- ty Library, • Clubs and organizations such as the Disc Golf Association, Pima Trails As- Figure CI.2: Programs: % Say Marana Needs More 0.7 0.6 0.5 0.4 0,3 o.z 0,1 0 Programs For The Physically Challenged ~ five Performances And Presentations Youth Theatre, Dance And Music Classes Youth Fitness And wellness Programs Adult Fitness And Wellness Programs -~ Non-Sports Youth Programs Aquatics Programs ~ Outdoor Recreation Programs Adult Sports Programs Galleries and Exhibitions Youth Sports Programs Adult Theatre, Dance And Music Classes Community Events C~ r ~' (Il Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 25 Programs Offered By Parks and Recreation Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan sociation, Dove Mountain Hiking Club and Catalina County Line Riders, • Visual artists. Each Focus Group was asked: • What activities do you currently spon- sorlparticipate in? • What are your or your group's com- ments regarding the adequacy of Town facilitieslservices • What facility/service deficiencies could you identify? • Based an your or your groups needs, what facilities/services would you like to see the Town provide in the future? • Marana doesn't have to do everything far everyone. Da you have any ideas regarding potential partnerships or unique service arrangements that would serve your needs or otherwise benefit the Town? A summary of focus group comments is lo- cated inAppendix II. 26 A public comment board at Founders' Day. Photo: PLAN-et. THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plon 27 ~~~ ~.. e~ •. Strategic Plan COMMUNITY e11~1`Q~IJC~IQI1 sul~alNG During the process of developing the Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan, the Town embarked on an overall community strategic planning exercise resulting in a Strategic Vision and Plan. The Town's overall vision, focus HERITAGE areas and strategic goals include key references to the Town's desert open spaces and recreation ~ programs and are: ~`~ PROGRES`~ Marana is the centerpiece of the Sonoran Desert INNOVATICtN Experience, where fun and progress meet. • Commerce • Community Building • Progress and Innovation • Heritage RECREATIQI Recreation .... - .... Build upon the unique combination of as- ~: ~: sets to attract and maintain career-oriented commerce. COMMERCE Create a safe community with a strong sense of place where diverse people are motivated to be involved and feel connect- ed, needed and appreciated. Foster an open atmosphere that embraces change, creativity, innovation and calculated risk. Maintain a sense of community character by linking the past, present and future, Showcase the unique Sonoran Desert en- vironment byproviding diverse recreational opportunities that create economic benefits and accommodate a healthy lifestyle. This plan implements the Strategic Plan Focus Areas through the Green Infrastructure approach to parks and recreation master planning. This ap- proach requires ongoing support and contribution to parks and recreation programs and facilities that enhance the high quality of life envisioned by Ma- ranaresidents and outlined in the Strategic Plan. Each element of the Green Infrastructure ap- proach supports the Town's Strategic Plan. The Environmental Elements of the Town's Green In- frastructuremove the Strategic Plan Heritage and Recreation Focus Areas forward with goals and strategies that result in the wise conservation of open spaces and historic trails. This element also addresses the conservation of the Town's agricul- Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 29 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Qpen Space Master Plan tural heritage through goals and strategies that promote programs to teach residents and visitors about the agricultural heritage and pre-history of the Tawn. The Commerce and Community Building Strategic Plan Focus Areas are supported by all elements of the Town's Green Infrastruc- ture. The Master Plan chapters that support the Community and Environmental Assets of the Green Infrastructure include goals and strategies that can result in special events and programs that are attractive to residents and visitors. The Open Space chapter of this plan, which supports the Environmental Elements of the Town's Green Infrastructure includes goals and strategies that address conservation of open spaces and natural areas. These areas attract visitors and pro- videsettings for premier resorts and activities such as the Ritz Carlton and the Accenture Match Play Galf Tournament. The Facilities Maintenance and Operations and Funding and Implementation chapters of the Plan support the Sustainable Elements of the Town's Green Infrastructure. These chapters include strategies and actions that will result in wise use and conservation of environmental and financial resources, In- novationsand approaches in these elements move forward the Strategic Plan Progress and Innovation Focus Areas. 30 t,j~,"l ~' ~i ~~ ~ ~~~ ~~ ' N~FM; _.~d.rivf~~r ~~; ~ ' ' r`°~~.; f Vr, ui ~;° ~F ~,fa, ~,~: ~ , .~, a~., ~(~, , e r ,;, ~` ' ~~ ~' ~~ „~''~a` t~ s'+S.+ f ~ ~„~ Yy ~ Y ~ < ~.. ~ ,~ `,:, u ,~ y. .n~ ,~ ~• ~., R .i e,aa j a6„~ ¢ :_ ~ b TNlS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Maruna Parks, Reueation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan 31 ~~ ~~ ~~;; ~~ ~~f: ~~ ~. . m ~. ~. ~~ } a~~~ Eca~a ~ca~ Assets g Introduetion ! iki ~~'~~ .a *~ ~_~~.' Agriculture is an important part of Manna's Open Spaee Heritage and Green infrastructure. Photo: PLAN-et Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan The Town of Manna's environmental assets in- clude aremarkable network of public and private open spaces. For the purposes of this Master Plan, Manna's Environmental Assets include Ma- nna's open spaces. Open spaces are defined as natural areas that may or may not include trails and peripheral facilities (such as parking areas and/or trail heads}. Manna's open spaces in- cludenatural undisturbed areas including the Tor- tolita Mountain Park, the Santa Cruz River, Los Robles/Brawley and Canada Del Oro Washes, the Tortolita Fan and the Central Arizona Project Canal. These areas are conserved through a va- riety of plans and programs such as the Marana Draft Habitat Conservation Plan, the Town of Ma- ranaGeneral Plan, the Pima County Multi Species Habitat Conservation Plan, and the Pima County Comprehensive Plan. Open Space Qverv~ew Within Marana, the Santa Cruz River, Los Robles Brawley and La Canada del Oro Washes, Torto- IitaMountains and the Tortolita Fan offer residents and visitors accessible and remarkable open spaces and riparian corridors. The 2,400 acre Tortolita Preserve is owned by the State Land Department. It is conserved through a 99-year lease held by the Town. The Town has coordinated with volunteers to construct a net- work of trails throughout the Preserve. The Tortolita Fan is a large alluvial fan that extends from the preserve to the west and southwest. The Fan is owned by the Arizona State Land Trust. It is not included in the Tortolita Preserve and is not protected from development. Its border is the Central Arizona Project Canal to the west and the Tortolita Mountain Preserve to the east. The Tortolita Fan is protected under the 99-year State Land Department Lease. The Santa Cruz River, which runs through Marana northwest to southeast, is largely channelized on its east side through the developed partians of the 33 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan :;-.~ n, Bann:, Figure 4,1 HCP Conservation Zones and Wildlife Linkages zone, Zone 2 Zone ~ Zane4 „ •.... Proposed Corridors -••-••° Existing Corridors ---- Washes i:; MeranaTownLimits HCP Planning Area - County Line eK.ly~al~oa im.xn Jiw ZOU! NeIPAeA9I PAObpl9ptry Fb UIRY ElrvnanmenbNlCRArel Agel Nwambe~ U9~It I! U9 br CNI neon a.l xcr cow.,.,:eo~t.ree.m wlm~ rbrrq~,.ma bl:-UB Townol Ne~ere N w%~ e 7s 0 OS 1 Z 3 mMi99 _r.-_^Ijt._ l I( d ~.--_=~~ Town. North of Sanders Road, the river is un- channelized. It's significant, 20+ mile reach provides open space and recreation opportu- nities. The river's 100-year floodplain inter- sectswith that of Los Robles/Brawley Wash, and creates an almost one square mile wide floodplain that is a significant open space resource bounded by the Wash, the River, Pinal Air Park Road and approximately East Missile Base Road (extended) to the earth. The Los Robles/Brawley Wash is a largely unchannelized wash that lies between the Santa Cruz River and the Silverbell Moun- tains. Because this wash is still separated from developed areas such as Continental Ranch and Continental Reserve, it retains its natural character. The Canada del Oro Wash is located at the southeastern edge of the Town, east of the -10. This wash has been impacted by de- velopment and is a regional trail connection. The confluence of the Canada del bra Wash with the Santa Cruz River is west of the I-10 and the Union Pacific Railroad. These two features pose a significant obstacle for con- nectivitywith the Santa Cruz Multi Use Path. The Bureau of Reclamation's Central Ari- zona Project Canal is another, man-made open space feature. The elevated canal has a substantial right of way that is the location of a planned regional trail. The Town's Draft Habitat Conservation Plan is designed to protect key species and complement the Pima County Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan. The overall ab- 34 CAP Conservation Zones and Wildlife Linkages. Source: Town of Marana jectives of the Draft Habitat Conservation Plan, which do not include open space con- servation, include: Facilitating compliance with the En- dangered Species Act for planned urban development and capital im- provementprojects; Promoting achievement of regional economic objectives including the or- derlyand efficient development of cer- tain lands, while recognizing property rights and legal and physical land use constraints; and Complementing other regional con- servation planning efforts such as Pima County's Sonoran Desert Con- servation Plan and the City of Tuc- son's Habitat Conservation Plan proj- ect. The Draft Habitat Conservation Plan provides an excellent starting point for identification of key open space areas that can be integrated into the Town's Green Infrastructure and that can support passive trail-based non-motor- ized recreation activities within Marano. The conservation areas identified by the Town's Draft Habitat Conservation Plan are shown in Map OS.1. While some of these lands are not accessible for recreation purposes, they are an important component of the overall open space system. ~-pportunities, Challenges, And Results Retain The Natural Character Uf The Las Rablesl~rawley Wash Challenge: The Los Robles/Brawley Wash is currently outside the Town's developed area. As development moves west, across the San- ta Cruz River, this open space can offer a unique opportunity for hikers, bikers, and birders. Opportunity: Conserve the Wash, through density trans- fers, restrictions on development within ero- sion hazard zones and encouraging devel- opment to include the wash floodplain and erosion hazard zones as part of open space set asides. Result: North-south connectivity throughout the Town, and to routes that connect to other destinations within and outside of the Town will be enhanced. OPPOKTIJNIT1Ea,GHALIENGEaANn1~5U1T5 Preparing along-range policy document Such a5 this Plan, re~uire5 key issues be defined and then analyzed. This analysis identifies "opportunities," `°challenge5;' and "results:' An effective planning document essentially says, "Herea an opportunity to achieve the community's vision, the challenge of making this happen is overcoming one or more issues, As a resulCofovercoming the issues, theTown will takecertain5tep5. An "opportunity" is a Specific result accomplishing the objectives, goals and policies of the Marano PaticS, 1~ecreation,TrailSandOpen space MasterPlan. A challenge" i5a physical, fiscal, operational, administrative i55ue5tanding betweentheopportunityandit55ucce55ful implementation. "KeSUIt" states What type of Strategy needs to be implemented ensuring the Town turns the opportunityintoana5set. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Spare Master Plan 35 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan ,~W~ r,, ,. ~ ARANA ~ ~I/71C1 w~ HCP Conservation Zones and Linkages Zone 1- 95% Open Space Zone 2 - BO% Open Space ~... (~ ~_. __. Zone 3 - 70% Open Space ~~ Mitigation Lands Large Lots Riparian Areas Proposed Corridors •~•••••••• Existing Corridors Marana Town Limits Ir , ~ HCP Planning Area County Line Backgmurd Imagery: July 2907 NAIP Aerid Ph°kgrephy U IPW Envir°nmantaflHCPY Conservation Zones and Linkages.mxd 012-09 Town of Marana N W~l~E ~_r-V SY 0 0,5 1 2 3 Miles -Y: 36 MAP OS.1: HCP Conservation Zones And Linkages t_onserve l he l-lootlplatn ~et~een The Los RoblesJ~rawley Wash And The Santa Cruz River North ~f Pinai Airpar~C Road Challenge; Privately owned farmland and a large nearly one-square mile of undeveloped land are crossed by the Santa Cruz River and Los Robles/Brawley Wash in the Town's northern Planning Area. Opportunity: This area could be conserved or preserved through density transfers, restrictions on development within erosion hazard zones, and encouraging development to include the wash floodplain and erosion hazard zones as part of required open space set asides. Result: This largely undeveloped area, adjacent to the Pinal Airpark, is a unique open space that could be conserved where the Los Robles/ Brawley Wash and Santa Cruz River flood- plains merge, retaining the desert landscape and natural vegetation. Permanently Preserve The Tortolita fVlountain Preserve And The Tortolita fan Challenge: The Tortolita Mountain Preserve and Torto- lita Fan are resources of Statewide and na- tional significance. While the Town had the opportunity to prepay the 99 year lease on the land, it would not have ultimately resulted in Town ownership of the land. Instead, the Town decided to continue the lease as is in hopes that alternatives might be found to transfer ownership. Opportunity: The Arizona Preserve Initiative (API) is an opportunity to purchase State Land for conservation purposes. Result: As leased land, there is time to plan for ul- timate purchase of these lands, or a phased purchase of these lands in whole, or a phased land purchase program. Funding op- tions could include levies, bonds or working with Trusts. ~.~ ,, Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Muster Plan 37 The Santa Cruz River is a significant open space within the Town of Marano. Photo: PLAN-et Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan Connect The Tortolita Fan To open Spaces On The West Side ~f The f-a.oAnd CentralArizona Project Challenge: I-10, Union Pacific Railroad, and the Central Arizona Project are physical barriers to con- necting the Tortolita Fan and the recreation opportunities it contains to Marano west of -10. Opportunity: Connecting the Tortolita Fan to Marano west of I-10 would increase safe access to a wide range of recreation opportunities. These connections include the Marano Raad to Co- chie Canyon Trail and the Hardin Road Trail alignment. Result: The identified crossings could be enhanced to make them mare usable by people and wildlife. Local Agriculture And Farming Challenge: As Marano develops, local agriculture and farming activities are replaced by subdivi- sionsand commercial development. Agricul- ture isimportant to Marana's cultural heritage and provides open space in the form of fields and corrals. Opportunity: Additional opportunities for local agriculture through farmers markets held at district or community parks within the Town could support agriculture and add to the Town's Green Infrastructure and open space portfo- lio. Agricultural uses could be conserved us- ing partnerships with land trusts that accept and manage land donated for tax or other purposes. The Town could also support con- servation ofkey farmland parcels by allowing density transfers from these parcels to other areas (for example, to the Town Center or other areas planned for high density). Result: Support would be provided to the Community Food Bank, including its local farm, which op- erates out of Heritage Park. The food bank operates "Snacks far Kids" a program that provides food for the Marano public schools summer meals program and the Marano Food Bank. As Marano develops, farming and ranching areas, important to community character, will be preserved. 38 OPEN SPACE GOALS, POLICIES AND ACTION STRATEGIES GOAL 1: Provide Community Residents The Broadest Possible Range Of Opportunities For Natural Resource- Based Outdoor Recreation (Hiking, Mountain Biking, Birding, Ete.) Policy Action Strategy OS.l Implement the Towns' Green Infrastructure through OS.1.1 Collaborate with the Bureau of Land Management, the State Land development of a community open space system Department, Pima County, Pinal County, and Town of Oro Valley consisting of natural resource parks, mountain to protect as open space the Tortolita Mountain and Fan. parks, preserves, agricultural and farm, and other areas and construct within these areas were public use is permitted, appropriate facilities for natural resource-based recreation. OS.1.2 Collaborate with the Bureau of Land Management related to signs, gateway routes, and tl~e development of an off-site infor- mation center for the Ironwood Forest National Monument. OS.1.3 Collaborate with the National Park Service related to signs, gate- way routes, and the development of an off-site information cen- terfar the Saguaro National Park, OS.1.4 Collaborate with the Bureau of Land Management to create op- portunities for Marana residents to recreate within the Ironwood Forest National Monument. OS.1.5 Collaborate with the Central Arizona Water Conservation District to develop recreational facilities along the CAP canal and within the "green-up area" east of the canal. OS.1.6 Collaborate with the National Park Service to create opportuni- ties for Marana residents to recreate within the Tucson Mountain District of Saguaro National Park. C~ rn Z n rn G~ r to Q H C~ M 7~ Z D 0 z -~ rn Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Dpen Space Master Plan 39 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan Policy Action Strategy OS.1.8 Collaborate with other jurisdictions and agencies to expand the open space system and to construct facilities that will enable the public use and enjoyment of the component parks, preserves, and other open space lands. OS.2 Plan and construct appropriate public use facili- tieswithin special use parks that will support Town sponsored recre~7~ir~r7 z~nd fitness programs. GOAL 3: Create Facilities Such As Trails And Picnic munity Events That Are Of A Scafe Appra Policy 05.3 Provide technical and logistical support to non- profit "friends" organizations and individual volun- teers. OS.1.9 Initiate discussions with land trusts and farmers to explore ap- portunitiesfor agricultural conservation. OS.2.1 Evaluate and identify the potential of each component natural re- sourcearea to support facilities that can be utilized for recreation and fitness programs. Areas Within Natural Resource Parks That Are Capable Qf Support"rng Cvm- ariate Tv The Resource. Action Strategy 05.3.1 Assign a Parks and Recreation pepartment staff member (ar members) to serve as the liaison between the Department and the various "friends" organizations in the community. 4Q GOAL 4: Advance The Establishment And Lang-Term Management Of Natural Resource Parks Through Cooperative Relati~n- ships With Federal State And County Agencies. Policy Action St rategy OS.4 Pursue innovative collaborations with other juris- OS.41 Organize ar/and participate in annual ar mare frequent coardi- ~ dictions and agencies where appropriate for the nation and planning workshops with other jurisdictions and re- ~ establishment and management of the open spat- source management agencies. ~ es identified in this Plan. OS.4.2 Work with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM~ to position Marano as the Gateway to the Ironwood Forest National Manu- ~ ~7,~r~t ~ GOAL 5: Use The Community's Open Space System For The Mandated Protection Of High Value Habitats And Important Wild- rn life Populations. Policy Action St rategy ~ OS.S Use the community`s open space system to comply OS.5.1 Support implementation of the Town of Draft Marano Habitat ~ with mandated resource conservation and protec- Conservation Plan. tion measures. OS.5.2 Organize annual ar more frequent coordination and planning ~ O workshops with other jurisdictions and resource management H c~ntiti~~ ~ GOAL 6: Use Open Space Areas As Multiple-Use Lands That Con serve Natural Resources, Provide Opportunities For Recreation, ~ And Function To Protect The Community From Flooding And Other Natural Hazards. Policy Action St rategy D OS.6.1 Incorporate into the community's open space sys- OS.6.1 Evaluate riparian areas far their potential inclusion in the com- tem, where appropriate, lands that are subject to munity`s open space system. ~ natural hazards such as flooding, OS.6.2 Consider revising the rezoning ordinance to include standards that result in the rotection of wildlife corridors uni ue ve eta- p ~ q g tion and other natural resources as a condition of development. OS.6.2 Incorporate areas that have high natural resource OS.6.3 ' Identify those open space and critical habitat areas that are in- ~ and environmental values into the Town s open appropriate for recreation facilities such as trails or interpretive space system, even though these areas may not be areas, and prohibit their use. appropriate for recreation use. ~ ~ rn Ln Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan 41 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan A...k.. (!~ L.U Q GOAL 7: Preserve An Open-Space Corridor Along The Juan Bautista De Anza National Historic Trail Ta Allow Contemporary Us- ers To Experience An Environment With Features That Were Present At The Time Of The Juan Bautista De Anza Expe. ditian. Policy Action Strategy OS.7 Work cooperatively with the National Park Service OS,7~1 Use all available resources, including working with the Pima and Pima County to construct the luau Bautista de County Regional Flood Control District to secure the Santa Cruz Anza National Historic Trail through the Town of River as an open space corridor and to construct the Juan Bautista ~~[,iltl~l,1 .Ifs ~,rIL4~ r,l,~e~t,in~~l'{I;tf.~ll, Tl:~il GOAL 8: Preserve, Protect, And Interpret Historic Sites In The Tortolita Mountains And Elsewhere That Date Back To The Pre- `8 hi i k T Th O i i hi A d F S l Th Of l R Of ` h h i stor a# Spea r g anc ng n c ett ement e Area And o e ns : armi n industries . e. Loca T T v" ,,~~~.~a~~.::, .,-.~~. ~,.,~~~~M.~~.: ~.~~~M~.~..~... ~ ~ ~ , a ~....~~~~~~ Policy Action Strategy OS.8 Protect all known pre-historic and historic cultural 05.8.1 Conduct sample surveys to establish the scope of cultural re- resource sites in the community including those sources in the Tortolita Mountains and elsewhere and focused related to the origins of the farming and ranching surveys in the vicinity of proposed development sites. industries. QS.8.2 Work with and encourage Marana Residents to become cultural St~'tr!r~l"~{; ~?f Inc,~~ rF'SC1I,11"CE'S GOAI.9: Provide Public Access To Areas Such As The Internal Portions Of The Tortolita Mountain Range Where Users Can Ex- a perience Undisturbed Natural Landscapes Wi thout Contemporary Urban Development. Policy ~ Action Strategy OS.9 Mainfiain within the community's open space sys- OS.9.1 Identify specific areas within the Tortolita Mountain range that tem back-country or primitive areas with improve- can appropriately be managed as back.-country areas. ments in these areas limited to a low density trail OS.9.2 Manage back-country and primitive areas to minimize the impact system. of human activities on wildlife and vegetation ecosystems. OS.9.3 Develop and Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the Arizo- na State Land Department to control off-road use in the Tortolita r~:~~~ GOAL 10: Protect Pre-Historic Cultural Resource Sites From Damage By Creating Natural Resource Parks That Encompass Them And By interpreting The Resource Where App . , .., §.~ ,. .F, k! #.~.tAW _ .lei-°°.-. , ropriate. '+ ~i "Rn . "~, ' a `ti, a -are, z. re r,~;n ,mro rc~cas ~:ro~~ ~.','t Policy Action Strategy OS.10 Make significant cultural resource sites and sur- 05.10.1 Work with Pima County and others to acquire land surrounding rounding undeveloped land integral components cultural resource sites and make improvements as needed to al- ofthe community's open space system. low far cultural resource monitoring and interpretation. 42 roncy OS.11.1 OS.11.2 Actively promote the Town of Manna's open space system as aquality-of-life amenity. Action Strategy OS.11.1.1 Collaborate with otherjurisdictions and agencies to acquire and manage the natural open space system described in this Master Plan. ~5.11.2.I Showcase the community's natural open space features using the Town's web site and printed informational /promotional materi- als. OS.12.1To support amultiple-use approach to the man- OS,12,1 Evaluate and identify the potential of each component natural agement of the community's natural open-space resource area to support facilities and events that can attract both system, and develop world-class facilities that will local and out-of-town participants. attracl~ toUriStS, GOAL 13: Create Unique Opportunities For Natural Resource Based Recreation That Will Make Marana A Tourist Destination And Result In The Increased Use Of Local Hotels And Resorts. Policy Action Strategy CJS.13.1Activelygromote the Town of Manna's open space US.13.1.1 Showcase tl~~e community's natural open space features utilizing system and related facilities as tourist destinations, the Town's web site and printed materials. OS.13,1.2 Support local non-profit organizations that promote Marana as a tourist destination. Policy Action Strategy OS,14.1 Support the Town of Marana Draft Habitat Conner- X5.14.1.1 Evaluate proposals for projects and development within tl~e vation Plan. Town's Planning Area in keeping with the Town of Marana Draft Habitat Conservation Plan goals. rn Z D t7 rn G~ O D r O r H n H rn Mnrana Parks, Recrention, irnils and Open Space Master Plan 43 Acquire, establish, or otherwise protect the indi- ~~ victual open space areas identified herein and in- crementally create the overall open-space system proposed by this Plan. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan LLl (J C~. V? Z L~J Cl. GOAL 15: Provide Residents With Well Managed And Maintained Natural Resource Parks Where Individuals And Families Can ` Recreate Wi#h Their Neighbors And Friends. ~. OS,15.1.3 Work with private landowners to conserve, either as an agricul- turalpreserve or asopen space, the floodplain between the Santa ~hI L' ~I11C'I ~lll~:~ ~_r7~~ ~'O~'~~f`~,~~~'h,'l~J~£„,,, l~1~,3`I1 GOAL 16: Provide Accessible Parks, Trails, And FacNities That Allow Physically And Visually Impaired Individuals Ta Recreate Outdoors And Enjay The Sonoran Desert Environment. Policy Action Strategy OS.16.1 Design and construcfi public use facilities within OS.16.1.1 Use the concept of "universal access" in the design of public use the natural open space system so that they can facilities within the community's open space system. be used by all community residents including the physically and visually impaired, X5,16.1.2 Obtain access to Central Arizona Project (CAP) sites and incorpo- ratethem as parks, open spaces or other recreation assets. Policy OS.15.1Acquire, establish, or otherwise protect the indi- vidual open space areas identified herein and in- crementally create the overall open-space system proposed by this Master Plan. Action Strategy 45.15.1.1 Continue to collaborate with other agencies and jurisdictions to acquire and protect as natural open space the Tortolita Fan. 45.15.1.2 Work with private developers and the Pima County Regional Flood Control District to preserve areas within the 100-year floodplain of the Santa Cruz River and Los Robles/Brawley Wash as natural open spaces and areas for paved and unpaved trails. 44 Map OS.2. Marana Open Spaces Legend FEMA Floodway m ,' Open Space ~ Pinal and Pima County Boundaries ~/'~ ~"°°'_ ~_! Marana Town Limits ~ ~,.e. i~ ~ ~e~e~ Marana Planning Area Boundary rn Existing Regional Parks °--- Existing District Parks Q Existing Community Parks Existing Public Neighborhood Parks Street Network ~~) Marana Proposed Roads ~ Railroad ~ ----- Rivers and Washes ~ rn CAP ~ 0 Pima County Designated Riparian Areas J ]? Existing Park ~ .~. ; Proposed Park ,A' Q ".~ Groue R ~ 0 0.5 1 2 J 4 ~, ~°'''~ a+ew e.r~*Milea ` llJ~1, r111 V 1 Marana Parks, Reueution, Trails and Open Space Muster Plan 45 Human Assets U eY xTl,n The Parks System Introduction Green Infrastructure exists in layers. Similar to the layers of Grey Infrastructure (water and sewer pipes are underground, the streets and sidewalks are on the surface, and sometimes, utility lines are in the air), the land on which a park is located is and ecological asset and comprises one layer of the Green Infrastructure. The physical additions to the land such as ball fields, community centers, playgrounds and picnic grounds that turn undevel- opedland into apark -where community members interact -are another layer. These improvements are Human Assets of the Town's Green Infrastruc- ture. This section discusses these assets and es- tablishesfive (5) classes of parks and standards. Current Conditions An inventory of existing and planned public and private park facilities was completed in December 2Q09. The inventory included eight public and 36 private parks and neighborhood facilities within the Town's planning boundary, The existing public parks included in the inventory are: • Ora Mae Harn District Park, • San Lucas Community Park, • Continental Ranch Community Park, • Continental Reserve Community Park, • Gladden Farms Neighborhood Park, • Wade McLean Community Park, • EI Rio Community Park, • The Crossroads at Silverbell District Park. Planned Parks include • Pima Farms Trailhead Neighborhood Park • Sanders Grove Community Park • Cascada Park • An unnamed regional park on BOR land. Private and publicly accessible and public (Pima County} non-Yawn owned parks and recreation fa- cilifiesaccessible to Town residents include: Public Parks: • Mike Jacobs Regional Sports Park, • Arthur Pack Regional Park, Private Parks: • Dove Mountain Neighborhood Park, • Continental Ranch Neighborhood Recre- ation Center No, 1, • Continental Ranch Neighborhood Recre- ation Center No. 2 (Windmill Park}, • Sunflower Neighborhood Recreation Cen- ter. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 47 San Lucas Community Park. Photo: Town of Marano Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And ~Jpen Space Master Plan These HOA private neighborhood amenities are only available to HOA members of the development they serve. In addition, private recreation facilities in- clude the Heritage Highlands clubhouse, Gallery Sports Club (Dove Mountain) and 32 neighborhood recreation areas that range in size from .2 to almost seven acres and aver- age approximately 2.22 acres each. These privately owned sites collectively provide 23 grass sites with turf play areas, four swim- ming pools (includes one lap pool), six full- sized courts, 17 ramadas, three restroom buildings, and 26 playgrounds. Nine of the private neighborhood parks/neighborhood recreation areas have parking spaces. Ap- pendix IV lists private parks and facilities in Marana. Map PK.1 shows the private recre- ationareas within the town. Arthur Pack Regional Park is an existing Pima County Park. It is used extensively by individuals residing within the Town of Marana's planning boundary, The Mike Ja- cobs Regional Sports Park is a Pima County owned and privately managed sports park that charges an entry and use fee. Marana obtains parks through parkland dedication via zoning and acquisition. Title 6 -Subdivisions Section 06.03.02 of the Town's Ordinance requires all new residen- tial projects that are larger than 50 dwelling units and have a density of three (3.0) dwell- ing units per acre or greater provide, at the developer's expense, an improved, on site recreation area in compliance with the Park Trail and Open Space System Master Plan. The Ordinance further requires that at a mini- mum, the on site recreation areas provided by the developer be: • 100 sq, ft. per each apartment unit; • 140 sq. ft. per each town hams or pa- tiounit; • 185 sq. ft. per each single family unit. Overall, Marana includes approximately 757 acres of planned and existing public neighbarhood, community and district parks (excluding Arthur Pack Regional Park and 26 acres of private detention basin parks). This includes the 500 acres of planned re- gional park on BOR land, the planned four- acre Pima Farms Trailhead neighborhood and 20-acre Sanders Grove and 40-acre Cascada community parks. Excluding the Planned parks, the Town incudes approxi- mately 193 acres of developed public and private neighborhood, community and district parks. These parks and corresponding acres are listed in Table PK.2. Table PK.1, Acres Necessary To Maintain Current Standards, shows the number of park acres per capita today and the total number of acres per cap- ita that will be necessary to maintain current park service levels through 2020, Regional Park needs are currently met by the Pima County owned Arthur Pack Regional Park. Maintaining the current level of services shown in Table PK.1 through 2020 will re- quire the Town to acquire approximately 35 to 88 acres of new neighbarhood parks, 26 to 73 acres of community parks, 46 to 76 acres of new district parks, and between 75 to 123 acres of regional parks (Includes Arthur Pack Regional Park). Additionally, over the next decade, the Town will need to provide be- tween 33 to 54 miles of trails. Park Standard Parks and open spaces are the most sig- nificant, visible, and defining element of Marana's Green Infrastructure. Adding this layer of Human Assets to the Town's Green Infrastructure expands the ways in which the community uses its Green Infrastructure and interacts with each other. This Plan establishes the standards for Town parks. These standards were developed by combining best industry practices obtained from the benchmarking study, comments from Town staff and community input. ~ ~..~ ~~ ~ ,~ ~ ~, ~ ~,; ~ a ~~ , , ~ ~, r''~~E ~ -All parks are to be connected to other Green Infrastructure assets via sidewalks, bicycle lanes or shared use pathways. -Unsupervised play areas will be vis- iblefrom the street or adjacent uses. If parks also serve a detention purpose, play areas and connections to them are to be elevated out of the detention area so they stay dry and accessible during flood events and are vis- iblefrom the street. ,~E f~ ~~~ ~ ~ -Facilities that are lit or that gener- ate substantial traffic shall be located away 48 Table PK.1: Acres Necessary To Meet Current Standards Population Scenario Year 2008 2010 2015 2070 Conservative 3:1,744.00 36,2.02,00 45,372,00 52,31.1..00 Baseline 33,744.00 36,636.00 4$,004.00 57,626.00 Aggressive 33,"144.00 .38,811.00 50,485,00 64,223,00 Current Ac./1000 persons Ta Maintain Current Standard -Acres Needed By: Park i~ypr.3 1`otal Acres 1008 1010 1015 2020 Neighborhood* fi2.80 Conservative 1:86 4.51 21.64 34.55 Baseline 1.86 5.38 26,54 44,45 Aggressive 1.8(. t~.4; ~L16 56.72 Community** 46.50 Conservative 1.3780 3.39 16.02 25,59 Baseline 1.3780 3.99 66.15 79,41 Aggressive 1.3780 6.98 69.57 88.50 DEStrICt*** 83.60 ~~' ~~ ~: ~~~ ,i.,~,'~ ~~~ `~°`~"~~~~ Conservative 2.48 6,09 .28.81 46.00 Baseline 2.48 7,16 35.33 59.17 Aggressive 2 48 12.56 41.48 75.51. Region**** 136 Conservative 4.03 !~.f~ 46.8(i 14.8 Baseiine 4.03 11.66 57.47 96.25 Aggressive 4.03 20.43 67.47 1?2~84 Trails (miles) 60 Conservative 1J8 4.37 20.68 33.01 Baseline 1,78 5.14 25.36 42.46 Aggressive 1,78 9,01 29.77 54.19 * Includes Continental Reserve, Wade McClean and EI Rio and private parks less detention areas, ** Includes Continental Ranch, Gladden Farms and San Lucas Community Parks. *** Includes Ora Mae Harn and Crossroads at Silverbell ****Arthur Pack Park currently serves Marano Residents and the acreage of this regional park was used to determine current standards. Murunu Purks, Reaeaiion, trails And Open Spuce Masser Plan Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan from residences. - Multiple-use neighborhood facili- ties offering a diverse variety of recreation opportunities for users of all ages and abili- ties are preferred. Throughout a community where neighborhood parks are provided, each park should offer a unique program- maticemphasis. A variety of developed uses in community parks is also desired to provide the great- est range of services. Maintaining this ap- proach for district parks increases versatility, although at the district level, each park shall have a different programmatic emphasis. ~~ ~ ~~~ -Shaded seating areas, potable water and trash receptacles shall be available at all parks. ,, , c,,,.;. : - Hardscape and softscape shall use, whenever possible and practical, LEED-accredited practices and design or practices and design found to be sustainable by the Town of Marana, - Locate parks so they enhance or add to existing and planned open spaces, natural topography and native vegetation. With the exception of active play fields, parks shall not be stormwa- ter detention basins. All recreation facilities shall not be inundated during storm events. - Views are critical and reinforce a visitor experience. Locate park sites to maxi- mize views of natural features and minimize 50 views of visitor and support facilities, Park Design shall incorporate viewshed quality into design considerations. t, E ~'~ :~ ~ 3 ! ~ -Incorporation of local history and traditional land uses into park design is encouraged. ~~~ d ~~ ~~ f ' ~~~~~~~~~ -Renewable and effi- cient energy and utility systems such as so- lar light fixtures, and permeable surfaces to promote water recharge are required where possible and practical. „~~,lr~~~' I ; ~„i~~~~_ -Safety, visual quality, noise and odor are all factors that shall be considered when siting recreation support services and facilities. Support facilities shall be separated from public use and circulation areas. In certain circumstances, interpreta- tion that explains the sustainable benefits of utilities, energy systems, and waste recy- cling areas could be incorporated into sup- portfacility design. `~ ~ =. -Locate recreation amenities in ar- eas that are accessible by vehicle, bicycle, foot and wheelchair. All facilities within de- veloped parks designed for public use shall be accessible by the public. Table PK.2. Existing Public Parks Park Acres Ora Mae Harn Park 34.7 Continental Ranch Park 17 Continental Re- serve Park 9.2 San Lucas Park 13.5 Gladden Farms Park 16 Wade McLean Park 4.9 EI Rio Park 1.3 Crossroads at Silverbell 48.9 Private Parks (excludes detention basins) 47.4* "Excludes Gladden Farms Detention Basin (21,86 acres) and Rancho Marano Detention Basin (4.18 acres). The pool at Ora Mae Harn Park, Photo: PLAN-et. Map PK.1. Private Recreation Areas Within Marana LEGEND 33 32 31 MARANA ~. _ ~~-, ! 34 I ~ i._.____ ' MOORE3D29 27 3 ' 15 MOORE 23 24 26 zD 25 N 14 17 ~ z 21 o TANGERINE Q F w vat z 0 J 0 ~ i ~ tir~Rsr w > o° ~ 0 F qT~ AVRA VALLEY 70 0 Q O z Q N TWIN PEAKS 4 3 5 2 1 B 19 9 6 1018 7 12 35 CORTAROFARMS f I ! a. ~i ~~~, i i Text INA O ~ Marana Parks, Recreation, trails And Open Space Master Plnn 1 Sunflower Recreation Area - N. Sunflower Dr. 2 Sunflower Recreation Linear Park -Wandering Spg. 3 Sunflower Recreation Area - W. Copper Crest PI. 4 Sunflower Recreation Linear Park -Mystic Sky Ln. 5 Continental Ranch Recreation Area -W. Phobos Dr. 6 Twin Peaks Highland Recreation Area 7 Silvermoon Recreation Area 6 Continental Ranch Recreation Area -W. Sunset Mtn. 9 Continental Ranch Recreation Area -W. Mtn Sky Dr. 10 Continental Ranch Recreation Area - N. Yellow Moon 11 Continental Ranch Recreation Area • N. Finrock Dr. 12 Sierra Crest Recreation Area 13 Continental Ranch Recreation Area • W. Wenden Wy. 14 Dove Mtn. Preserve Recreation Area -New Shadow Wy. 15 Dove Mtn. Preserve Recreation Area -Rain Shadow 16 Tangerine Crossing - N. Whistling Wind Ave. 17 Tangerine Crossing - N. Wind Runner Pkwy. 18 Continental Ranch Recreation Area - Coachline Blvd. 19 Continental Ranch Recreation Area -Windmill Park 20 Dove Mfi. Prark Recreation Area 21 8ashas Shopping Center Recreation Area 22 Gladden Farms Recreation Area - W. Emmer Dr. 23 Gladden Farms Recreation Area - N. Brabant Dr. 24 Gladden Farms Recreation Area - N. Stone Ring Dr. 25 Gladden Farms Recreation Area - N. Starthroat Dr. 26 Gladden Farms Recreation Area -Lon Adams Rd. 27 Gladden Farms Recreation Area -Moore Rd. 26 Rancho Marana Recreation Area -Lea Maw Dr. 29 Rancho Marana Recreation Area -Pocatella Dr. S. 30 Rancho Marana Recreation Area -Pocatella Dr. N. 31 San Lucas Recreation Area - W Anasazi Passage St. 32 San Lucas Recreation Area • W Copper Field 5t. 33 San Lucas Recreation Area • W Pipestone 5t. 34 Yoem Pueblo Recreation Area 35 Willow-Ridge Commons Recreation Area N 5 1 Z w 0 0 . Miles S ~ ~ ,~° ~' ~ I ~ - I ~ { / ~ \l 1 Oy ~ ~ ' a ~ OtLJ ,... 1 ~ (' I I o 'G ~~~ I ~a ~ ~ a I. ' _ ,~ ~ . ~ I , ~, ~ I . ., ) t ~. _ I 7, I'1'1 51 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Map PK.2 Public Parks Legend Pinal and Pima County Boundaries Marana Town Limits ~M ~ Marana Planning Area Boundary Existing Regional Parks • Proposed Regional Parks Existing District Parks ----- Proposed District Parks Existing Public Neighborhood Parks Proposed Public Neighborhood Parks Existing Community Parks • Proposed Community Parks Existing Park Boundary Proposed Park Boundary ~ Street Network b Marana Proposed Roads Railroad Rivers and Washes Central Arizona Project Canal ~~ R D 0.6 1 2 ~ 4 _ Mlles C'} Table PK.3: Town Of Marana Recommended Standards (Per PRAC meeting on 2-19-09} 2008 2010 2Di5 2020 Conservative 33,744 36,202 45,372 52,311 Population Baseline 33,744 36,636 48,004 57,626 Aggressive 33,744 38,812 50,485 64,223 Park Type Future Standard Acres Per 1,DD0 residents Total Acres Needed By Neighborhood 1.99 Conservative 4,35 9.24 27.49 41.30 Baseline 4.35 10,11 32.73 51.88 Aggressive 4.35 14,44 3267 65.00 Community 2.73 Conservative 54.12 60.83 85.87 104,81 Baseline 54.12 62.02 93,05 119,32 Aggressive 54,1?_ 67.96 99.82 137.33 District 2,48 Conservative 0,00 6,09 28,81 46.00 Baseline O,OD 7.16 35,33 59.17 Aggressive 0.00 12.5G 41.48 75.51 Region 8,67 Conservative 292,56 313,87 393.38 453.54 Baseline 292,56 317,63 416,19 499.62 Aggressive 292.56 336,5 437,7 556.81 Trails (miles) 1,76 .$"~E3 ~3'~yt"^i"~-f ~ k. ~,~ ~.~.;~HmT,~~~ ., JET ~~ ~ ~ ®~ ~ ~ ~~,: ~' ~. Gonservative 0,06 4.44 20.76 33.11 Baseline 0,06 5.21 25.45 42.57 Aggressive 0,06 9.09 29.86 54,32 'Includes Continental ranch, Continental Reserve, Gladden Farms and Wade McLean Parks as neighborhood parks, and private parks and recreation areas exclusive of Gladden Farms and Rancho Marana detention basins. Excludes Pima Farms Trailhead. "~ Planned Sanders Grove Community Park excluded. ""Ted Walker District Park Excluded. "'Arthur Pack Regional Park and Mike Jacob Sports Park excluded. Maranu Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Spuce Muster Plan Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Neighborhood, Community, District, and Regional Park Standards This section defines and provides levels of service for the types of parks and presents levels of service far neighborhood, commu- nity, district, regional, and special use parks. A summary of this information is included in Table P.2: Additional Acres Necessary Based on Master Plan Recommended Stan- dards (Per Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee Meeting On 2-19-09). <~ ~s . This Plan establishes five classes of park. These are: • Neighborhood Park; • Community Park; • Regional Park; • District Park; • Special Purpose Park. Each of these parks serves a distinct purpose and is described below. Detailed standards and facilities appropriate to each of these park types follow the descriptions of each park type and include a conceptual park de- sign, demonstrating integration of the various facilities into a cohesive park environment. 54 A neighborhood park is a one to 10 acre park serving users within cone-quarter mile circumference of its location. These parks are privately owned and operated by home owner associations. Neighborhood parks should not include Town owned or managed facilities. Marano has 36 planned and existing private neighborhood parks with an approximate total fend area of 73 acres. The privately owned neighborhood parks include two large detention areas (Gladden Farms and Rancho Marano) which have limited facilities (walking paths, 2 ramadas and drinking fountain) and are not included in this Plan's neighborhood park calculations. Exclusive of these deten- tion areas, the total private park acreage is 47.4 acres. Map P.2 shows these parks, For planning purposes only all public parks less than 10 acres are considered neighborhood parks. This was done in order to develop an accurate assessment of future park demand in accordance with the park classifications of this Plan. (Consideration of these parks as neighborhood parks for planning purposes does not change the Plan and Town policy of requiring private ownership and mainte- nance of neighborhood parks.) As a result, the following Town-owned and maintained community parks are included in the neigh- borhood parks discussion and inventories: • Continental Ranch Community Park, • Continental Reserve Community Park, • Gladden Farms Community Park, • Wade McLean Community Park, • EI Rio Community Park Continental Ranch and Gladden Farms Master Planned Communities are served by parks. EI Rio Park is located on the north end of the Continental Ranch Master Planned Community and serves as a trail- head for the Santa Cruz Shared-Use Path. Wade McLean Park is located at the south end of Continental Ranch and is associated with Coyote Trails Elementary School It also serves as a trailhead to the Santa Cruz Shared Use Path. Continental Reserve Park is located in the Continental Reserve Mas- ter Planned community and is associated with Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School. Pima Farms Trailhead neighborhood park is undeveloped and is planned to provide ac- cess to saguaro National Park West from Continental Reserve. It is not included in the neighborhood park demand projections. The 2010 neighborhood park service level is approximately 1.86 acres of neighborhood park per 1,000 residents. Peer communi- ties surveyed as a part of this planning pro- cess provide an average of 1.99 acres per 1,000 residents. The Town chose to use the benchmark standard of parks for future plan- ning purposes. To achieve this standard by 2020, and depending on the Town's popula- tion growth rate, the Town will require an ad- ditional 41 to 65 acres of neighborhood parks for its population. A community park has a service radius of ane mile. Passive and active facilities are located on a ten to 40 acre community park site. Marana has three existing community parks totaling approximately 38 acres. These parks are Continental Ranch, San Lucas, and Gladden Farms cammunity parks. All are located in Master Planned Communities. Two parks (Gladden Farms and Continental Ranch) are located west of I-10. Two parks were funded and built by private developers. Two additional planned community parks, Casacada and Sanders Grove parks, are planned. In 2010, The Town provided approximately 1.12 acres of community park per 1,000 residents. Peer communities surveyed as a part of this planning process provide an average of 1.82 and a median of 2.73 acres of cammunity park per 1,000 resi- dents, The Marana Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission determined that the Town should meet the median benchmark average for community parks. Applying this standard to Marana, the Town requires an additional 54 acres (i.e., one to two more community park) to meet current service level requirements and an additional 105 to 137 acres are necessary to meet 2020 demand. f i.2~'3',>, ~~ ~x< A district park has a service radius of 2.5 miles. District parks are 40-80 acre-sites and offer passive and active recreation facilities. They may be Town or County owned. Marana has two existing district parks that total approximately 84 acres. These parks are Ora Mae Harn Park and Crossroads at Silverbell Park. District Parks in Marana are associated with specialized community cen- ters. The Marana Senior Center and Marana Pool are located at in Ora Mae Harn Park. The Pima county Geasa-Marana Branch Li- brary neighbors the park. The Crossroads at Silverbell Park is the Town's newest park, located south of Continental Ranch west of -10. The park includes the Wheeler Taft Abett Library and historic and pre-historic sties. The Town currently provides approximately 2.48 acres of district park per 1,000 resi- dents. Because of the wide variation in dis- trict parks, no peer community service stan- dard was established. However, programs and facilities provided by district parks have a service area of 10,000 to 20,000 persons (NRPA}. Using Marana's average household size, and an average density of 3.7 units per acre, these facilities would, according to the NRPA, have a service area ranging from two to four miles. Consequently, a 2.5 mile service area and a service standard of 2.48 acres per 1,000 residents was established for Marana district parks. Currently, the Town is well served by district parks. By 2020, between 46 and 75 acres of district parks (the equivalent of ane new district park) will be necessary to maintain current standards. t~ Z7 {,~ tI~ Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Dpen Space Master Plan 55 Neighborhood parks may contain facilities that are unique to each, providing diverse recreation opportuni- ties. Photo: AECOM. Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan ~~ ~~_ Regional Parks are larger than 80 acres in size and serve a radius of about five miles from the park. Currently, there are not Re- gional Parks in Marana and residents are served by Arthur Pack Regional Park oper- ated byPima County and located east of Ma- ranaand I-10. The Pima County owned and privately operated Mike Jacobs Sports Park is also used for league play. The current service standard for Marana, considering Arthur Pack Regional Park, is 4.03 acres per 1,000 residents. This stan- dard is below that desired by the Town. To improve this standard, Marana has a coop- erative agreement with the Bureau of Recla- mation (BOR) to develop 500 acres of BOR land on Avra Valley Road west of the Marana Regional Airport. Development of this Park will increase the regional park service stan- dard for the Town to 8.67 acres per 1,000 residents, and provide adequate public re- gional park to meet projected needs through 2020, without consideration of Arthur Pack regional park or the Mike Jacobs Sportspark, which are south and east of Marana. The Town of Marana recently completed an Environmental Assessment on the Bureau of Reclamation property, clearing the way for the planned regional park. The site is planned as a sports complex that will include play fields for various team sports (including softball, baseball, and soccer), trails, com- munity events, picnicking, and equestrian use, with associated facilities, including rest rooms and parking. The park would be devel- 56 aped primarily for day use; no overnight uses will be allowed. Phasing in various amenities of the park over a 10 year period is planned to begin in 2010, as the Marana area de- velops and park use increases. The Town anticipates developing 50 acres the park for asoftball/baseball complex, 60 acres for field sports, 50 acres for specialty uses and conserving 150 acres of the parkas undevel- opedopen space. Special Purpose Parks are unique facilities that are designed around a specific function or ecological asset. The Marana Heritage River Park, located along the east bank of the Santa Cruz River in northern Marana is intended to interpret the area's rich history and cultural traditions. The park totals ap- proximately 240 acres and includes the Ma- ranaHeritage Farm ad a portion of the Santa Cruz Shared Use Path. Other special purpose parks could include sports, aquatic, equestrian, interpretive parks or natural area parks. Special use parks enhance Marana's green infrastruc- ture. Because they are unique attractions and do not generally include traditional park improvements, they are not including in park demand, funding or financing projections. A neighborhood park provides a place for close-to-home play and supervision. Photo Credit: AECOM TFIIS PACE INTENTIONALLY BLANK rn rn Muranu Parks, Recreation, Trails dnd Open Space Master Plan 57 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan SCALE 0 25 50 10~ 58 ~Jeighbarhoad Park ~~~ 1-10 acres The immediate neighborhood to a distance of 114 mile radius. Neighborhood parks are privately owned and maintained. Developed to provide both passive and active recreation, this small park serves as a social and recreation focal point of the neighborhood. It is a destination within walking distance that provides ease of ac- cess for young and senior adult users, while serving users of all ages. Usually stand- alone, this type of park can often be located adjacent to an elementary school maximizing resources to the benefit of the community. . ,~: 1.99 acres per 1000 residents or 937 s.f. per unit (10 acre park) ~~ Where multiple park sites are provided in a single subdivision or within a master planned community, the program within each park shall be varied to provide a range of recre- ationfacilities. Fields: • Multi-use fields without lights Courts: • Play court without lights • Basketball court without lights* • Tennis court without lights* • Sand volleyball without lights' Playgrounds !Play Structures: Play Structures to be shaded. • Play structures /area (2-5 yrs.) With shade canopy • Play structures /area (5-12 yrs.) With shade canopy Buildings: • Restroom building* • Picnic /shade ramada Pedestrian Improvements: • ADA walkways to park facilities • Perimeter or looped walking path* • Exercise course* • Connections to regional trail system (where applicable) Skate !Bicycle Facilities: • Skate /bike features (grind rails, etc.) • Vehicular accessfrom local street • On-site motor vehicle parking* ~~ndsc~e And Irrigation i-:,i~t~:~°~~€~t~~~ _,~,~ • Tree planting • Shrub planting • Native plant revegetation I restoration • Turf only in areas used for recreation purposes. Turf shall not be used as a landscape or decorative element. ,~r ;e*~: • Automatic irrigation system -drip • Automatic irrigation system - sprinkler /turf • Local / an-site controllers ~ ~~ ~.~~t8iia~„ • Perimeter past and cable ~,~rltti~=' f~~itrl ~:i~>tat'(~t~e~an • Potable water • Electric • Sanitary sewer* • Drinking fountain • Benches (with shade) • Picnic tables (with shade) • Bicycle parking • Trash receptacles A,~a~. . ~fr~ntt~~. • Dusk-to-dawn security lighting • Security lighting along perimeter walking trails. Signs: Marann Parks, Recreation, trails and Dpen Spnre Muster Plnn 59 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan • Standard park identification sign / monument* • Park use regulation signs* • Facility /field identification signs* ~~ • Recycling containers: make recycling in the park convenient to promote higher usage. • Turf: turf is exclusively used in areas designed for recreation and not as a decorative material. • Paving material: use of porous or re- cycled material to create pedestrian circulation system throughout parks. • Reclaimed Wafer: Use reclaimed wa- terfor irrigation.* *Opfionai Park Elements 60 THl~ PAGE lNT~NTIDNAL~LY ~LANl~ rn tl~ Marana Parks, Neaeufiou, Trails dud Opeu Space Muster Plan 61 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Figure PK.2 Example Community Park -10 Acres ~, `~ 62 Community Park ~~~ 10-40 acres ~~ .; The surrounding community to a distance of one (1) mile radius. ,x~~~. Developed to provide active and passive recreation activities, the community park is a social and recreation focal point for multiple neighborhoods. These parks are generally built by a private developer and dedicated to and maintained by the Town. Designed to serve users of all ages and abilities, it is of- ten located on collector streets and is acces- sible by vehicle, bicycle or walking. Usually a stand-alone facility, this type of park can often be located adjacent to a middle or el- ementary school to maximize resources and to benefit from joint use of facilities such as fields, swimming pools, multi-use courts or skate parks. { 2.74 acres per 1000 residents or 117 s.f. (20 ac. community park) to 234 s.f. (40 ac. com- munity park) per unit. Specific facilities and amenities for each park will be determined by the Town Parks and Recreation Director. Fields: • Multi-use fields without lights are re- quired. • Multi-use lit fields* Courts:• All courts shall be lit. • Play court • Basketball court • Tennis court • Sand volleyball Playgrounds !Play Structures; All play areas shall be shaded. • Play structures I area (2-5 yrs.) With shade canopy • Play structures l area (5-12 yrs.) With shade canopy Pedestrian Improvements: • Perimeter or looped walking path* • Exercise course* • Connections to regional trail system (where applicable) Skate 1 Bicycle Facilities: • Skate /bike features (grind rails, etc.) Recreation Buildings: In larger parks, facilities for indoor recreation activities or programs may be appropriate. If determined appropriate by the Parks and Recreation Director, these parks shall in- clude adequate land area to accommodate buildings for indoor recreation facilities. ~~~: ~~~<, F~~~~ ~~r~t~tl€~: • ADA walkways to park facilities • Vehicular access from local street • On-site motor vehicle parking • Rest room building • Picnic /shade ramada ~and~~ape And Irri~a~i~n ~~ a~~ F 3 K~ f f • Tree planting • Shrub planting • Native plant revegetation /restoration • Turf grass (other than playing fields) 1`i ~=`1e,8~ Ea k~~~: • Automatic irrigation system -drip • Automatic irrigation system -sprinkler /turf • Connected to centralized control • Perimeter post and cable • Gates at motor vehicle entry loca- tions* • Potable water • Electric • Sanitary sewer • Telephone (for irrigation controllers) • On-site storage and maintenance facilities/buildings Maronu Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 63 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan These amenities are required. • Drinking fountain • Benches (with shade) • Picnic tables (with shade) • Bicycle parking • Trash receptacles • Ada walkways to park facilities :. ~, _~ s; ,_ • Dusk-to-dawn security lighting ~. ~~, • Standard park identification sign / monument • Park use regulation signs • Facility /field identification signs • Regional Trail Connections: Create healthy communities, paving material should be permeable and location of trail should not adversely affect wash habitat. • Outdoor Synthetic Courts: Made from recycled material. • Paving Material: Use of alternative paving and bioswales in parking ar- eas to prevent and filter runoff. • Solar Lighting: Use renewable energy sources for night and security lighting. • Reclaimed Water: Use reclaimed wa- terfor irrigation.* *Optional Park Elements 64 -.v~:w.„~._ ~, i ~: r ~~.- Multi-use fields are a requirement of community parks. Photo: AECOM. :;t. tunities. Photo: AECOM. rH~s ~~ ~~~N~i~~~~~~ ~~aN~ m m Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails bnd Open Spuce Mnsler Plan 65 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And C}pen Space Master Plan Figure PK.3: Example District Park - 65 Acres 66 District Park ~r The surrounding community to a distance of a 2.5 mile radius. These parks are generally built, owned and maintained by the Town or County. Devel- oped to provide more active than passive recreation, this large park serves a social and recreational focal point for a large area of the community. Designed to serve users of all ages and diverse community-based recreation needs, it is located an major arke- rial streets and is accessible predominantly by vehicle or bicycle. Each district park shall have a community building(s) designed with a unique program- maticemphasis. 2.48 acres per 1,000 residents or 37 s.f. (40 acre park) to 75 s.f. (80 acre park) per unit. Specific facilities and amenities for each district park will be determined by the Town Parks and Recreation Director. Fields: • Multi-use fields without lights* • Multi-use fields with lights (lacrosse / football etc.) • Soccer fields with lights • Softball fields with lights (Fast Pitch} • Softball fields with lights (Adult Slow Pitch) • Baseball fields with lights (Little League} • Baseball fields with lights (Pony League) • Baseball fields with lights (full-size) • Synthetic turf soccer /lacrosse / foot- ball fields* Courts: All courts shall be lit. • Play court with lights* • Basketball court with lights • Tennis court with lights • Sand volleyball without lights* • Sand volleyball with lights Playgrounds !Play Structures: All play areas shall be shaded. • Play structures /area (2-5 yrs.) With shade canopy • Play structures I area (5-12 yrs.) With shade canopy • Bouldering walls* • Climbing walls* Buildings: • Community center • Restroom building • Concession building • Group ramada • Picnic /shade ramada • Operations and maintenance garage • Interpretive /educational ramadas* • Aquatic facilities: • Multi-feature aquatic center'" • Competitive swimming pool* • Splash park* Pedestrian Improvements: • ADA walkways to park facilities • Perimeter or looped walking path • Exercise course* • Connections to regional trail system (where applicable) • Security lighting along perimeter trails Equestrian Facilities: • Equestrian trails* • Equestrian staging area* Skate !Bicycle Facilities: • Skate l bike features (grind rails, etc.) • Skate /bike park ~9~ Skate Park at Continental Ranch Community Park. Photo: PLAN-et. Maraaa Parks, Retreaiioa, Trails hnd Open Spate Master Plan 67 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Qpen Space Master Plan <':~ ~~ ~ii4` • Vehicular access from local street • On-site motor vehicle parking landscape And Irric~a- ~, ~ ?"~ ~~ _~" • Tree planting • Shrub planting • Native plant revegetation /restoration • Turf grass (other than playing fields) • Automatic irrigation system -drip • Automatic irrigation system -sprinkler /turf • Central system controllers • Perimeter post and cable • Gates at motor vehicle entry loca- tions • Potable water Electric ~ • Sanitary sewer • Telephone (for irrigation controllers) ~. On-site storage and maintenance fa- ~~ cilitieslbuildings. • Trash receptacles ~~ ~_ >~~;~~ ~ ~i} ~~,=art • Field lighting • Dusk-to-dawn security lighting ~~~~~'~ • Standard park identification sign monument • Park use regulation signs • Facility /field identification signs sustainable Elennents • Sustainable Buildings: Use of gray water and low flow facilities, recycled material for building, and energy ef- ficient equipment are a few ways to create green infrastructure in build- ings. • Limited Turf Areas: Use turf only on sports fields, this lowers water con- sumption and maintenance casts. Planting native plants in the other parts of the park creates habitat ar- eas. • Recharge and Recycle: Incorporate trees, shrubs, bio-filtration islands and storm water channels to collect and fil- ter on site stormwater. Use recycled material for elements in the parking including, rails, benches, bars, etc. Consider linear designs to limit con- crete use, but allow for same ameni- ties. • Reclaimed Wafer: Use reclaimed wa- terfor irrigation.* *Optional Park Elements These amenities are required. "~ Drinking fountain '~ Benches (with shade) • Picnic tables (with shade) • Bicycle parking 68 "~ THIS RAGS INT~NT~CNAL.I~Y ~~.AP~K ~' ('~ rn 0 n r~ rn Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Mosier Plan 69 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Figure PK 4: Example Regional Park - 383.6 Acres Equestrian Tennis Courts Basketball Courts Facility Volleyball Community Center Maintenance _ ----- ---------- -_----- --- _. - _ Aq~atiG Park-------- ~ ---- ~kat~ dark-------_-FacilitX__ Regional Tra~l~. `°<:,~ `"' ~ ~ . ~~~, ~~ ~ "" ~ • " ~, ~. ~ ~ ~ ~ ., x ~ ~ ~, , . ~ i Connection ~ ~ : ' ~ :" ', ~: "~ : " '~'~ .'s, %;." ~ ,,,~ ~ " # ~ ~~ ~'~ ~ ~~a~,~, ~ ~ . ,~ / ~ . s t• ~ + ~"".",~~ "~'.~ +~ 1 '• iw " " ~" ? ti " ' r 'l~ <" • r ~ • <• y ~ ap i~tiY+li~~~ ~i-~'-- ~rP !~ "t" *~ ~ • • " • +~ a """ ~ " ~' ,~ ~~ ~ " i Multipurpose ~~~`~," ~ ,~ ~ " a ; ~` ~ • ~ ~~~ ~ rr~, ~ ~ ~ ~" ~~+ Fields ~ ~~ . " ~ ~ ~ , ~' j, " . ~ " P ~ " ~ •/ Qog Park +.~~~~ " ~::" ~" ~ " ..~~- ~"~' '" ~~~' ~; ',.,„. ~ " ~j Softballl Baseball ,~;, Complex -Fields p With Concession/ '' Restroom Facilities sca~E 0 250 500 ?000 70 Regional Park i~' 80+ acres °E . . The surrounding community to a distance of 5 mile radius. Regional Parks start as a hierarchy, with all of the active and passive uses typical of a neighborhood, district, and community park incorporated as uses possible in a regional park. A regional park is designed fora diver- sity of community-based recreational needs and users. It can provide extensive passive recreation and regional facilities that compli- ment atherurban resources. Regional Parks are often located on major arterial streets and accessible predominantly by vehicle. In Marano, regional parks connect to the green infrastructure with trails, linear parks, and trails. 8.67 acres per 1000 residents 75 s.f. (80 acre park) per unit. Specific facilities and amenities for each dis- trictpark will be determined by the Parks and Recreation Director. Fields: • Multi-use fields with lights (lacrosse / football etc.) • Soccer fields with lights • Softball fields with lights (fast pitch) • Softball fields with lights (adult slow pitch) • Baseball fields with lights (little league) • Baseball fields with lights (pony league} • Baseball fields with lights (full-size} • Synthetic turf soccer (lacrosse / foot- ball fields* • Tournament (multi-field) complexes Courts: All courts shall be lit. • Play court with lights* • Basketball court with lights • Tennis court with lights • Sand volleyball with lights Playgrounds !Play Structures: All play areas shall be shaded. • Play structures /area (2-5 yrs.) With shade canopy • Play structures 1 area (5-12 yrs.} With shade canopy • Bouldering walls* • Climbing walls* Recreation Buildings: • Community center designed with a unique programmatic emphasis. • Rest room building • Concession building • Group ramada • Picnic /shade ramadas • Operations and maintenance garage and facilities • Interpretive / educational ramadas* Aquatic Facilities*: • Multi-feature aquatic center • Competitive swimming pool • Splash park Pedestrian Improvements: • ADA walkways to park facilities • Perimeter or looped walking path • Exercise course* • Connections to regional trail system (where applicable) Equestrian Facilities*: • Arena with supporting facilities • Equestrian trails • Equestrian staging area Skate !Bicycle Facilities: • Skate /bike features (grind rails, etc.} • Skate /bike park ,, r~~~~~: f~::~:~ ~~~;t~~~tt~l: • Vehicular access from local street • On-site motor vehicle parking Murano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Muster Plan 71. Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan ~ ~~.[:~ • Tree planting • Shrub planting • Native plant revegetation /restoration • Turf grass (other than playing #ields) for active and passive recreation only. Turf shall not be used as a decorative landscape element. • Automatic irrigation system -drip • Automatic irrigation system -sprinkler I turf local I central site controllers ~~~~._ • Perimeter post and cable • Gates at motor vehicle entry Ioca- tions • Potable water • Electric • Sanitary sewer • Telephone (for irrigation controllers) • Drinking fountain • Benches (with shade) • Picnic tables (with shade) • Bicycle parking • Trash receptacles • Field lighting • Dusk-to-dawn security lighting ~~ftlfo • Standard park identification sign / monument • Park use regulation signs • Facility /field identification signs cc • Transit stop: locating parks along public transit lines increases access and decreases carbon emissions. • Buildings and matr?rials: LEED silver or better accredited buildings. • Desert preservation: undeveloped natural areas such as hillsides, moun- tains and rivers incorporated into the overall design of the park, connected to larger open spaces or regional trails and accessible by faot and where ap- propriate, horse and bicycle. • Photovoltaic: used on buildings to off- set energy consumption. • Reclaimed water: Use reclaimed wa- terfor irrigation.* ~, ~~ ~~ ~~ ~ . ;~ *Optional Park Elements t, ,.~ ~~~-~ ~~ ,~ 72 Special Purpose Park Marana River Heritage Park Heri- tage House (top} and vegetable garden (bottom}. Photo: Town of Marana. Speeial Purpose Park K; Varies, depending on purpose Community-wide. Special Purpose Parks are unique facilities designed around a specific function ar eco- logical asset. Special Purpose parks could include sports, aquatic, equestrian, natural area, or interpretive parks. Special Purpose Parks may require a user fee. ~, Specific facilities and amenities for each spe- cial purpose park will be determined by the Parks and Recreation Director. Playgrounds 1 Play Structures: • Play structures /area (2-5 yrs.) With shade canopy • Play structures /area (5-12 yrs.) With shade canopy • Bouldering walls* • Climbing walls* Recreation Buildings: Buildings as related to the core function of the park. Pedestrian Improvements: • ADA walkways to park facilities • Connections to regional trail system (where applicable) g}4 ~...~ sy f.~7 ~~~ ~~~:~~~d ~t tt.~. • Vehicular access • Bicycle access • On-site motor vehicle parking ~~ f~gts f Landscape appropriate to the core function of the park. Unless it is an historic element, or its use is essential to the core function of the park, Turf shall not be used (except for active and passive recreation areas) as a landscape element. Itt~~s~~~~;~< ~f Automatic irrigation system -drip • Automatic irrigation system -sprinkler /turf local /central site controllers • Perimeter post and cable • Gates at motor vehicle entry loca- tions f ~ , ~n s ?~.4t€ ~:.., ~ ~~ Viet ~.''~~.~~~~'i_~~A'°>:. • Potable water • Electric • Sanitary sewer • Telephone (for irrigation controllers) in • Drinking fountain • Benches (with shade) • Picnic tables (with shade) • Bicycle parking • Trash receptacles ~Att~~ f t~~~~t~~t~f; As appropriate to the core function of the park. "bi~ltt • Standard park identification sign monument • Park use regulation signs • Facility /field identification signs j'k~:~~-ttrt>tl~~~; i i~s~t~~~tt~,°,. • Transit Stop: Locating parks along public transit lines increases users and decreases carbon emissions. • Buildings and Materials: LEED Silver or better accredited buildings. • Desert Preservation: Undeveloped natural areas such as hillsides, moun- tains and rivers incorporated into the overall design of the park, connected to larger open spaces or regional trails and accessible by foot and where ap- propriate, horse and bicycle. • Photovoltaic: Used on buildings to offset energy consumption and for se- curitylighting. • Reclaimed Water: Use reclaimed wa- ter far irrigation.* *Optional Park Elements Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 73 Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Opportunities, Challenges And Results ~eetin~ future Demand Challenge: The Town generally obtains neighborhood and community parks through land dedica- tions required as a part of the entitlement process. Town ordinance requires neighbor- hood park dedications based on subdivision size. Generally, these dedications result in an open space set-aside of one percent for a subdivision with approximately four dwelling units per acre or two percent fora subdivi- sion with approximately five ar more dwell- ing units per acre. These standards are at the low end of the national spectrum which ranges nationally from one to 12% of total lot size minimum open space dedication. Ad- ditionally, development fees are used far acquisition of and improvements to district parks. The Town is currently developing a 500-acre regional park that should meet de- mandthrough 2020. Neighborhood parks provided by develop- ment in accordance with the Town's zoning code are within walking distance of most homes and include facilities that meet the standards included in this Plan for neighbor- hoodparks. The Town has had mixed results with regards to the provision of community parks by developers, and developers do not contribute to district parks within the Town. Additionally, while the current standards do 74 require Town approval of any park site and improvement dedications, they do not differ- entiatewith regards to type of facility. As the Town continues to develop, the need for community and district parks will continue to increase. Implementing the current stan- dard will not help the Town to address this anticipated shortfall of district and community park sites and facilities. For example, under the current dedications, at three dwelling units per acre, a 640 acre subdivision would yield approximately eight acres of parkland. Assuming a 114 mile service area radius for neighborhood parks, and a one mile service radius area for community parks, a mini- mum of four acres of neighborhood and five acres of community park would be required. Consequently, this standard is inadequate to meet both neighborhood and community park demand. Opportunity: Revise the Town Ordinance to a tiered to meet the park service level requirements outlined in this Plan. Using densities similar to those at Continental Ranch (3.7 du/acre}, far example, and the Plan service standards, a single neighborhood park serves ap- proximately 283 homes. A community park serves approximately 4,662 homes. A tiered Improvement Requirement could provide the results shown in Table OS.1: Tired Improve- meet Requirement. Table OS.1: Tiered Improvement Requirement Units Sq. Ft. in Ser- Total Re- vice Park Park Type quired Area Acres Neighborhood 308 283 2 Community 94 4662 10.6 Total Dedication 4D2 12.6 Result: Land dedication is directly related to the de- mand and use by the people living within the service areas. The land dedicated is also al- located to the type of park needed to serve the new population. Community Park Distribution Challenge: Marano is bisected by (-10 and the Central Arizona Project. 0n the west side of I-10 is the alder part of the Town, including the Con- tinental Ranch and newer (2006) Gladden Farms Master Planned Communities, the Town administrative offices and both existing community parks. On the east side of I-10 is the Dove Moun- tain master planned community with the Ritz Carlton Resort and low density residential development. Access to Dove Mountain opened the east side of I-10 to increased de- velopment potential. There is one commu- pity park (San Lucas) east of I-10 in Marano. Opportunity: The Town is continuing its lease on lands within the Tortolita Fan. There are parcels that are part of the Tortolita Fan, along the periphery of Tortolita Mountain Park as well as privately owned sites that are generally flat and could accommodate sensitive de- velopment of another community park that would meet demand and provide active and passive facilities. Result: A community park could be developed east of I-10 and north of Tangerine Road, en- abling the Town to meet the demand for a community park in this area. Devel®ping Di~f"rictAn~ Regional Parks TO Nlee~ Future ~er~and Challenge: The Town recently completed Crossroads at Silverbell Park, featuring three baseballlsoft- ball fields, two soccer fields, two basketball courts, a sand volleyball complex, a Pima County library, and preserved natural areas and historic structures. A 500 acre Regional Park is planned on Bu- reau of Recreation land along Avra Valley Road, east of the Marana Airport. Development fees from new home construc- tionand sales tax based provide some fund- ingfor development of these parks. As the Town continues to grow, development fees will not provide adequate funding for re- habilitation of existing community facilities, construction of new facilities, and alternative sources of funding need to be identified. Opportunity: The Tawn regularly updates and reassess- es it's development fee schedule. Parks and Recreation Department participation in this process, and inclusion of green infrastruc- turecapital costs enables the Town to collect park impact fees for these planned improve- ments. Exploring other revenue sources such as partnerships, grants, and new fees are is also important to enhancing revenue streams, Result: Funding for acquisition and construction of new district and regional parks. Providing Fer OfiF Highway Vehicle (OHV) ~1se Challenge: OHV users living within the Town limits have expressed an interest in designating an area that is reserved for their use. The Town does not have a designated area for OHV use. Currently, OHV users ride in the Santa Cruz floodway and floodplain, in the Ironwood Forest National Monument and on State Trust Land and undeveloped land with- in the Town's Planning Area. Off-trail OHV use can severely damage the environment. OHV use in Arizona is regulated by State Law that is enforced by a variety of agencies. Some vehicles are required to be licensed. In many cases, permits are required to use State Trust land far OHV activities. Current- ly, two designated OHV areas are in Pima County and proximate to Marana, the Red- ington Pass Backcountry Touring Area and the Coronado National Forest, Santa Cata- lina Ranger District. Both of these sites are south and east of Marana. Typically, OHV trails require more maintenance and man- agementthan non-motorized trails. The Bureau of Land Management is com- pleting its Ironwood Forest National Monu- ment Regional Management Plan. The Plan includes four management alternatives, all of which have recommendations regarding reduced or no OHV use in the Monument. Opportunity: The Ironwood Forest National Monument provides opportunities far OHV use likely to be phased out. Until those opportunities are terminated, the Town can continue to part- ner with the BLM to allow OHV use in the Monument. Result: In the future, the Town and County may need to partner with other agencies to identify and develop an OHV park. RodeoJEque~trian Facilities Challenge: The Town of Marana has a strong agricul- tural heritage equestrian and rodeo tradition. Marana Parks, Reaeatian, Trails And Open Spuce Master Plan 15 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan The Town has one large commercial arena; the Marano Western Heritage Arena located on school district property at the northeast corner of Postvale and Barnett Roads. The arena is managed through an agreement with a local, non-profit corporation. Reflecting the area's character, there are also other small- er, private arena facilities. Other commercial arenas exist east of I-1 d and in the norkhern areas of town. The Western Heritage Arena is managed by the Marano Western Heritage Committee. Concerns that the land upon which the arena is located will be sold in the near future have prompted the Committee to approach the Town to assist them in finding a new site for the arena. Additionally, the Committee believes that rebuilding the arena on a new site would enable the Town to ben- efit from a larger, modern facility that could attract national and international equestrian/ rodeo events. Opportunity: As other Arizona communities have prov- en, aclass-competitive, modern rodeo and equestrian arena can attract visitors and visitor dollars into an area. Relocating the arena to modern facilities with parking, light- ing, and modern improvements will enhance and diversify the Human Assets included the Town's Green Infrastructure. The Bureau of Reclamation Site, planned as a Regional Park is accessible to visitors and residents, and large enough to support park- ing and service facilities an Arena would re- quire. Partnering with the Western Heritage Committee by providing the land for the are- nacould enable the Town to share basic site infrastructure, such as water, sewer electric and parking that would be necessary to the arena and constructed by private developer as part of the arena. Result: With a commercially competitive arena facil- ity, the Town can compete to draw well-at- tendedevents to Marano. ~ho0fiing Range Challenge: The Ironwood Forest National Monument currently permits the use of firearms. The update of the Monument's Management Plan will include changes that prohibit the use of firearms within the Monument. There is a concern that unless a specific facility is identified for this activity, recreational shoot- ingcould occur in areas that pose a threat to residents of the area. One swimming pool is operated by the Town at Ora Mae Harn Park. The County-owned Wade McLean Pool is located at Marano High School. While the Town pool is used for swimming classes, no competition size facil- ityexists within the Town. Opportunity: Work with Pima or Pima County and/or a private facility to construct a shooting range outside the Town limits. Result: The Town will provide facilities that meet the wants of its residents in a safe and appropri- ate location. Cometifwive Aquatics Challenge: Opportunity: A partnership between the Town, not-for- profit organizations and other jurisdictions to could be used to fund and build a competition size swimming facility in Marano. This facility could serve schools, not-for-profit arganiza- tionsand Town recreation needs. Result: An Olympic-size swimming pool is a recre- ation facility that serves Town residents and can attract visitor dollars though competitive events. 76 Challenge: While the Town has adequate fields for soc- cerand softball, it continues to be challenged by an increase in demand for lacrosse fields. With the growth of the sport in recent years, it is likely that demand for lacrosse fields will continue to increase. Opportunity: In the future, require lit, multiple purpose fields that serve lacrosse, soccer, and other field sports to be constructed. Result: Multi-purpose fields will provide opportunities for a broad variety of competitive sports. EngagerrrentA In The D~vel~pmeni And Permitting Process Challenge: The Parks and Recreation Department works with the Planning Department during the development review process. Site plans are reviewed and approved by the Planning Department. Often these site plans include open spaces, parks, and trails that will either be maintained by the Homeowners Associa- tion ordedicated tothe Town and maintained by it. In instances where the Town will not receive a trail, park or open space dedica- tion, Parks and Recreation Department Staff is not generally included in site plan review, Consequently, opportunities for connectivity are missed or facilities may not be placed in locations that complement other, existing or planned facilities. Opportunity: Appoint a Parks and Recreation Department staff liaison to attend ail rezoning pre-appli- cation meetings and to review and make rec- ommendations on all requests for rezoning. If site plan approval is required, ensure that the site plan is reviewed by and receives sign off from a designated Parks and Recreation Department staff member. Result Enhanced coordination with the Planning De- partment will ensure that new development provides recreation facilities appropriate to the Town and in conformance with this Plan. Maruna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Spare Master Plan JJ This neighborhood park within the Dove Mountain Master Planned Community is privately owned and maintained, Photo: PLAN-ei. Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan PARKS SYSTEM GOALS, POLICIES, AND ACTION STRATEGIES GtJAI 1: Provide Neighborhood, Community, District And Regianal Parks To Meet Current And Future Needs. Policy Action Strategy* P.1.1 Provide neighborhood, cammunity and district P.1.1.1 Through new development, work to identify and secure by 2020 parks in accordance with the standards and popu- or by the time Marana's population is between 52,000 and 64,300 lation projections included in this Plan. people, between 31 and 55 acres of new neighborhood parks. P.1.1.2 In platted and/or developed areas that are not well served by neighborhood parks, consider purchasing and developing vacant lots as neighborhood parks. P.1.1.3 In platted and/or developed areas that are not well served by neighborhood parks, consider providing neighborhood park fa- cilities onthe periphery of community or district parks. P.1.4 Work to identify and secure by 2020, or by the time Marana`s population is between 52,000 and 64,300 people, between 85 and 117 acres of land for new community parks. P.1.1,5 Work to identify and secure by 2020, or by the time Marana's population is between 52,000 and 64,300 people, between 46 and 76 acres of land for new district parks. P.1.1.6 Work with the Arizona State Land Department, Bureau of Land Management (BLM}, National Park Service (NPS), Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), and private landowners to secure easements, right of way and land for trails and trailheads in accordance with the Trails Map. P.1.1.7 Develop a Regional Park on land currently owned by the Bureau of Reclamation at Avra Valley Road and the Central Arizona Proj- ect Canal. * Acquisitions reflect undeveloped land already owned by the Town. 78 Policy Action Strategy P.1.~? Piovicl~~ lii~i~a~ parks ~h~~~t i~rovit.~c~ ~oi~~~~ctio~i~ k~Ea_ I:'.~_.~1 Mork witi~ tl~~~ L'ureriu of ke~l~~arti~ation, Arizona alate Lan~~~ Uc- ~„ tween the green infrastructure elements and other partment, Pima County Flood Control District, Army Corps of En- destinations within and adjacent to the Town. gineers (ACOE), the Central Arizona Project and other entities to ~:,r~ create linear parks and trails within 100 year floodplains, erosion ; ,, hazard setback zones and other non-developable features that ~ - are located alongside of significant washes, rivers, transmission °~~~ ~~ lines and canals. ~~'~ P.1.2.2 Through the Specific Plan process and ACOE 404 mitigation plans, and working with the Pima and Pinai County Flood Control f,~l Districts, conserve land for natural open spaces and recreation t- use within the 100-year floadplain along the Santa Cruz River and ~` significant 4nrasl7es within the Town. ~~ GOAT z: Provide Parks Far Special Uses. -~ Policy Action Strategy `._ _, ~_, P.2.1 Provide Mountain Parks within the flatlands of the P.2,1.1 Work with private landowners and the State Land Department to , ~ Tortolita Mountains, or within sparsely vegetated secure vacant land for use as a community or district park east of and disturbed areas of the Tortolita Fan. I-10. P,2.2 Identify areas for motorized Off Highway Vehicle P.2.2.1 Continue to partner with the Bureau of Land Management to _:~ (ONV) use within Pinal ar Pima County that are ac- provide OHV trails within Ironwood Forest National Monument. ~,~ cessible and available to Marano residents, P.2.2.2 Work with the Arizona State Land Department, Bureau of Land ~~ '? Management (BLM), National Forest Service (NFS), National Park ~ ~ Service (NPS), Army Carps of Engineers (ALOE) and private land- ~~ owners to secure easements, right of way, and land for ATV use areas outside of the Town limits. ~~~ -.~ P.2.3 Identify facilities for shooting P.2.3.1 Work with Pima and Pinal Counties to identify and develop a T~ . shooting range outside the Town limits if the Ironwood Forest ,~'A National Monument closes to riflery and archery. ~ ~1 P.2.4 Identify opportunities for other types of special use P.2.4.1 Explore options for the development of urban reservoirs or lakes. parks. Marano Parks, Rerrealioa, trails And Open Spare Masser Plan 79 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Policy Action Strategy P.~ 4. Provide dog parks in key locations that are acces- P,2.4.1 ('ruvide, in addition to the dog parks at Crossroads at Silverbell Bible to Marana residents. and San Lucas Community Parks, dog parks at the planned Cas- cada Park and Bureau of Reclamation regional park site. P.2.5 Provide special use parks that take advantage of P.2.5.1 Continue to work with local farmers and the Community Faod man-made and natural resources Bank to create agricultural preserves that support local farms. P.2.5.2 Continue to work with the Santa Cruz River Natural Heritage Al- liance and other partners to provide interpretation at the Santa Cruz River. GOAL 3: When Economically Appropriate And Feasible, Partner With Priva#e Recreation Providers And Associations To Offer Specialty Parks And Facilities. Policy Action Strategy P.3,1 Support unique specialty recreation activities within P.3.1.1 Work the private recreation providers by offering advertising for the Town. park events in the Town's recreation publications. P.3,2 Support the rodeo providers within the Town. P.3.2.1 Work with the Western Heritage Committee to identify and pro- vide asite for the rodeo arena at the planned Bureau of Reclama- tion Regional Park through a partnership that provides site elec- tric, water and sewer for the park as a component of the private development of the arena. P,3.2.2 Provide advertising for rodeo events in the Town's recreation publications and on the Town's Parks and Recreation Web site. P.3.3 Provide a facility for Disc Golf, P.3.3.1 Continue to work with the Marana disc golf community to pro- vide limited assistance far the construction and maintenance of the existing disc golf course. P.5.3.2 Provide advertising for local disc golf community events in the Town's Parks and Recreation Publications and a link to disc golf community web sites from the Town's Parks and Recreation web site. 80 /T`, (,!'1 _"°~ rn r ~--r ~' ~" "'"{ M "~ /~ Muranu Parks, Reaoafion, Trails And Open Spare Master Plan gl k ~ ~~ ~ ~~ DWI "~^ Na ~ * "fin a ; ~~} .$~: ~~ e a h "~ ~~ r~ .f ~ #i 4 '~~ ~~:~ qr rr`~ ~> r= r a r fir,.. ~ '' ~~~x= ~ x x~ ~y~ym ~ ~~,~ ~ ~ A d ~ > The Trail System ' z 4~' ° ~di .: . rr,~ , * ~ },~ ~r; F ¢ , *K ~~~~~ Introduction Trails (unpaved) and paths (paved) are integral to Manna's Green Infrastructure. They contribute to the social life and health of the community by connecting Manna's ecological, human and sus- tainableassets. While paths and trails are usually accessible from any location, trailheads provide a designated point of access where amenities such as parking, water, and restrooms may be avail- able. Fundamentally, the Town of Marana Trail System is based on: • Connectivity: to local and regional destina- tions; • Convenient Access: for residents and visi- tors to walk or ride to the system; • Accommodation: of all types of users and, • Celebration: of Manna's unique history, culture, and character. ®verviewf Current Conditions Paved paths and unpaved trails currently exist in Marana. Both types of facilities are considered shared-use. The combination of paths and trails provide far a wide variety of both transportation and recreational use. The smooth surface of paved paths best accommodate uses such as roller blad- ers, strollers, road bicycles and wheelchairs. The natural and unpaved surface of trails best accom- modates users such as equestrians and joggers. Currently, path and trail names in Marana do not necessarily reflect their surface condition creating confusion for users who desire a certain surface to accommodate their use. Marana owns and maintains just over fifty-seven (57) miles of existing paths and trails. An addi- tional 3.5 miles of trails are owned and maintained by the Gladden Farms Homeowners Association. The facilities owned by the Town include back country trails in the Tortolita Mountains and Fan and the Santa Cruz Multi-Use Path. The Santa Cruz Multi Use Path in Marana is considered as the Marana portion of the Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. An additional one hundred and twenty (120) miles of paths and trails are proposed in Marana in a variety of documents including the Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan, the prior Parks and Rec- reation Master Plan and in documents submitted for Master Planned Communities. Approximately 102 miles of planned paths and trails are included in the Pima Regional Trails System Master Plan Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 83 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Figure 5.1 Future Bicycle and Pedestrian Facllitles i ~ h ,, ~ ~~ ~~ ~,~,t,;1 ~ ,,. w t~ ~~ (" Lr'. . r t ~ i ~ ' .t, ..., "i I ,. „ ~.. t .,. ~' ~ ,.. 7C1WN MARAN -~~ ~~ ~ , ,. w.>rr ~„ n i' I 1 .• m A~ ~- , , I . 1~ ~ ..., • . ozt y. s, yin ,; 4,.;~YS ,. nt ~ w:; rrw'ar~x _ ~`~,cw LEttrrro ~ ,"fi ~ we ,;,~ Ih ImmlO FY fiU1102V15 .,. '*np4.lY ~y,~lu ~'', ~&'" 5'd IH1 -- 3 12fMlWa48harM1)snP~tlt .. ~ ,, wW,t. 1'~.vea~e ~ iha,N. ¢.r P~r ~ ~ ' ~ _.._ ` ,, 9 -~ ~^^' Ex:ufiln)1'ifv9i15hC J~~1lR . Marana Transportation Plan, July 2001; Future Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities alone. These trails include an approximately 25 mile long traihpath along the Central Ari- zona Project Canal (CAP} and an approxi- mately 17 mile long portion of the historic Juan Bautista de Anza Trail (east} following the Santa Cruz River as well as other routes. The CAP Trail will connect south through Tucson, with a long term vision to connect to Phoenix and to the Colorado River to the northwest. The Anza Trail connects from Mexico to California. The Town also maintains trails within the Tor- tolita Mountains. These trails include Wild Burro, Alamo Springs, Wild Mustang, and Co- chieSprings Trails and are used extensively by the Town's active hiking community. Ac- ! __.._ _ - ! r. (~ r ! ~,...t..,,w. ~AgIL S!'STEM ' .- - ~,~„. ~,' kt .. i I 9 1 LEfiEND '° ~ `~ ~ -!`~ ~ c - , ~ ~~ ~ ~`- - ~``. ~-w--1 ~.~.: ., ;~ y ~ °'~ ~ .._ t '~ , lA e ! ~, ~ 5 ~ ~~narrx~urvrnal,vstlu - nw+emu ....- r ~ kan~ra # ~ C~ _. ,~ a ~ . i ~. $~ ~ , a , -. ti+.; rt ~ t ~ ? r ~ `\S 11t ~ - I ~~ s I l"~ h.: ~ IP ~_ ., i - ~l ~ aMiem, ~ L ~ l~ ; w 'I., _y,~ a.« t ~ ~ ~ ~~,~ ' ' I ~ ~ ~- '~l~ ~~ _ ~ rv~ \'~.~e. ~Z,,.W ~ July 2000 Town of Marana Parks, Trails and Open Space System Master Plan Trail System Map tive hiking clubs exist at Heritage Highlands and Dove Mountain. The Town also hosts regular hikes in the Tortolita Mountains. The Town identifies on and off-street trails and multi-use paths in a variety of docu- ments. The July 2001 Transportation Plan also includes a trails plan that shows on and off-street bicycle facilities and sidewalks through 2025. The July 2000 Town of Mara- na Parks and Recreation Master Plan identi- fiestrails including primary, connector and lo- caltrail categories. In this plan, multiple use trails are located along washes, the Santa Cruz River and the CAP Canal. Currently, planned and existing multiple use trails are identified on the Town of Marano Parks and Trails Map. (Map T.1: 2009 Town of Marana Parks and Trails.} The Town's trail system ties into the Pima County regional system, trails in Oro Val- ley, Pinal County and trails within Saguaro National Park West, located on the southern boundary of the Town. Saguaro National Park recently updated its plan to include new trails and entry points from the Pima Farms Trailhead, in south Marano. The Ironwood Forest National Monument provides a des- tination on the west side of Marano for trail users. 84 Map T.1: 2009 Town Of Marana Parks And Trails /' r i ..... i ~..~....-.-~r_~r.... .. 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Neighborhood Parks iProposed) r ~ I Pima County Parks lJnde~eloped State-Owned Land i ~ ~ ~ Marana Town Limits ~~ County Boundary N!U~ F ~~~ jj~(((«(F 0 0.5 1 2 v Miles ... mna «a~. v ..ewe.., ,...~..n~ Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Spuce Master Plan 85 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan To enhance Marana's Town Center, the Town designated a greenway along Barnett Road, connecting Ora Mae Harn Park to the Santa Cruz River. Other important connections in- clude the separated path and bicycle route along Tangerine Raad, and connections be- tweenthe Central Arizona Project Canal and the west side of the Tortolita Mountains. Trail Standards .~~, The Benchmark Survey found an average of .9 miles of trails per 1,000 residents. Marana currently provides 1.82 miles of trails per 1,000 residents. To maintain this standard, and assuming densities remain constant, by 2020 the number of miles of trail sys- tem would have to increase, depending on growth, by 33 to 54 miles. For a trail to be considered as a park credit associated with development, it must 1 }meet the standards fora "Path" as described in this Plan, 2} it must be accessible to the public, and 3} it must directly connect to the Town's trail system. Specific Trail Standards The standards in this Plan apply to all public and private trails in Marana. The Trail Stan- dards were initially developed for the Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan. They are included in Appendix III and ensure consistency with the Regional Trail System. The details, drawings, and tables included 86 in the Standards shall be used to guide de- velopment of Marana and the regions' trails, paths, pedestrian areas, enhanced bicycle and pedestrian corridors, access areas, and special crossings. The Standards address non-motorized, paved paths and unpaved trails intended for recreation and connectiv- ity. They include trails in parks, along drain- age features, other open space areas and along vehicular routes. Detailed information is provided for individual trail and trailhead facilities, as well as for facilities that combine paved and unpaved trails within one corridor (such a Greenway or River Park}. Addition- ally, specific materials, widths, and clear- ances are identified for each trail type and trail facility. Standards for on-street bicycle ~~ -; . x ;: +~~ < , .~, ~~ ,: ~~ ~~~ The Juan Bautista de Anza Trail follows the Santa Gruz River through Marana. Photo: PLAN-et. facilities are not included in this plan, and are provided in the Town's Transportation Plan. The Standards are organized into two parts: Main Trail Elements and Supporting Ele- ments. Main Trail Elements apply to the specific type of trail or path. Supporting Ele- ments refer to those additional elements that are necessary for a safe and wail-functioning trail system. Main Trail Elements include: • Trails and Trail Corridors. This in- cludes facilities constructed within a developed area along a wash, road or open space or greenway. • Single-track Trails and Corridors. These trails and carridors are general- ly located in undeveloped areas such as, but not limited to, a wash corridor or in Special Use Parks and the Torto- lita Mountains. • Paths and Path Corridors. Paths and path corridors are smooth surface travel-ways for all types of users. • Riverparks and Greenways. River- parks and greenways are considered Special Use Parks. These types of parks typically follow washes or rivers. Supporting Elements include: Trailheads. Trailheads are located clang all types and levels of trail and path corridors. They provide parking spaces, as well as non-vehicular ac- cess tolocal and regional destinations and open space areas. The Stan- dards include guidelines for standard trailheads and trailheads with eques- trianamenities. Entry Nodes. Entry Nodes are devel- oped access areas along all types of path and trail corridors that serve to encourage and welcome neighbor- hood and local pedestrian, eques- trian, and bicycle access to the path/ trail system. While they provide mini- mal amenities, they most importantly provide trail system signs. Boundary Access Points. Bound- ary Access Points are the smallest, most basic entry point to the natural resource areas surrounding Marano. They are generally afour-foot wide gap in the boundary fence with a small trail sign. Parking is not provided. Crossings. The Trail Standards in- clude guidelines for grade separated and at grade crossings. • Signs. The Standards include guide- lines for all types of signs located along the trail system. Pedestrian Activity Areas. Areas of highest population density and with the greatest mix of uses deserve a higher level of pedestrian improve- ments and accommodations. The Standards include guidance for ame- nities and facilities in these types of areas. The Standards additionally provide guid- once for some types of trails and trail facili- ties that are not currently located or planned within Marano, However they are provided for future consideration and use when oppor- tunities may arise, The Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Trail Map (Map T.2) describes the la- cationand types of trails that are planned and exist within the Town. The Trail Map should be consulted in the review of all develop- ment proposals, and new development and transportation improvements that include a planned trail segment identified on the Trail Map shall provide the trail segment as part of the development proposal or transporta- tion improvement, and in accordance with the Trail Standards provided in Appendix C of this plan. The Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Trail Map builds upon This hail connects the Marano Heritage River Park with the Santa Cruz River. Photo: PLAN-et. Corridors Paths and trails always occur within a definable setting, or corridor. This plan identifies and includes standards for trail corridors, and within a corridor, for the ideal spatial relationships of paths and (rails to each other, to roadways, build- ings, river edges, walls, fences. property lines, and other features. The standards include a recommended corridor width that is made up of a aombinatlon of the path and/or trails, available right of way (right of way width minus pavement and median width), easements, tracts and%r setbacks. Every effort should be made to maintain the corridor widths to promote user safety and comfort, a respect for tl~e environment, and respect for neighbors. It is likely That the recommended corridor widths can be accommodated within available right of way and land already set asr'de for utilify ease- ment, buildings, and landscape. setbacks, Trail and path users are particularly sensi- tive to ad~~cent to roadways, The corridor standards in this plan increase the distance between the road and trail or path where the roadways are widest, busiest and nosiest The standards allow narrower setbacks fhe trail from the road along quiet neighbor: hood streets, As a result. the recommended corridor with varies based upon the Type f roadway and type of trail'path. When avaij able corridor wr`dths are extremely narrow, this plan recommends that the path and/ar trail siioiJid meet the standard "v`vidth and tiie landscape area~setback standard between fhe facilr"ty and the road should be reduced~~ Marano Parks, Recreaiioa, Trails and Open Space Master Plan gJ Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan the Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan (2010). Additionally, it incorporates and adds to routes identified in the Pinal County Trails and Open Space Plan. This plan supports the shared use philosophy of the Pima Re- gionalTrail System Master Plan, "Respectful mutual accommodation -all users share all paths and trails unless there is a safety issue or technical limitation." The Town of Marana Trail System also pro- vides adenser system of local links and connections than are currently planned, and incorporates the regional trails and routes identified in the Pima and Pinal Counties' Plans. Qp~01"tunltles, Challenges And Results East-West Connections Challenge: The I-10, the Union Pacific Railroad, the CAP, the Santa Cruz River and Los Robles/Braw- ley Wash are generally north-south features that limit opportunities for east west connec- tions. As a result, trails on the west side of the I-10 do not connect to the Tortolita Moun- tain Park or the Catalina Mountains (with the exception of Tangerine Road). Trails on the east side of the (-10 connect to the Central Arizona Canal, but do not provide direct non-motorized access to key human assets of the Town's Green Infrastructure, notably Crossroads at Silverbell and Ora Mae Harn Parks. The I-10 and Union Pacific Railroad provide significant barriers to east-west trails that should connect to the Santa Cruz River and to Ironwood Forest National Monument. Opportunity: The reconstruction of Tangerine and Cor- taro Roads, paths and trails along Hardin and Sasco Roads, and the proposed new intersection at Avra Valley Raad at I-10 will enhance east-west connectivity in Marana. Intersection improvements at Marana Road/ Cochie Canyon Trail would also provide an important connection that is easily ac- cessible to Marana's Town Center. Missile Base Road provides another east/west trail connection east of the I-10 as it crosses the railroad tracks and the CAP. Washes that flow roughly east/west between Sasco and Pinal Airpark Roads could pro- vide locations for pathsltrails and trail under- passes atthe time freeway/frontage road and railroad corridor improvements are made. These corridors would enhance connectivity between the CAP and the Santa Cruz River as well as become green infrastructure cores far potential future development. Even with improved intersections along the -10, the freeway corridor still provides a sig- nificantbarrier. Paths and/or trails paralleling both sides of the freeway would provide con- venient routes to these limited crossings, as well as make the corridor truly multi-modal. Result: Enhanced connectivity across I-10 and from -10 to the Santa Cruz River. A~~ess To TOrta~lita M~~nta~n Park And The TorfiQlita Preserve Challenge: Large master planned communities line the east and south side of the Tortolita Mountains and the Tortolita Preserve. Development will continue to be attracted to the edges of this remarkable resource. While the bulk of the Tortolita Mountains and Fan (the area be- tween the Tortolita Mountains and the CAP) is planned as public open space, the major- ity of Marana residents will not live close to these resources. Additionally, access from the north and west is extremely limited. A limited number of trailheads have been pro- vided to extend access to those who do not live immediately adjacent to these resources. Consequently, it is critical to maintain access to this resource from populated areas. Opportunity: Opportunities to work with developers and public agencies to preserve lands, build trails, and provide additional publicly accessi- bletrailheads that provide immediate access into the lands exists as development around the Tortolita Mountains continues. These trailheads could be constructed as a part of the development, include parking and basic amenities, and dedicated to and maintained by the Town. Result: Public access to the Tortolita Mountains is maintained. 88 Tap 'd.2: 2010 Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan Trail Map M. '• 1 ``. 1 '~~ N ~~.I. 7! - I . i~.~ Pinnl County r' '~ ,,. . Pima County ~ ~, :} IRONWOOD FOREST NATpNAL MONNMENT W. 0 6 /` pa'..~ kaa ~~.~,~ Legend ~__.__ . ~ Pinal and Pima County Boundaries f~~i~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Marana Planning Area Boundary County Trialheads ~ Large Trailhead with Equestrian Amenities Small Trailhead with Equestrian Amenities Small Trailhead '~ Boundary Access Point River Park • Completed °"°"' River Park • Proposed Greenway • Completed """" Greenway • Proposed Paved Path • Completed •--°-° Paved Path • Proposed Unpaved Trail - Gompleted '°""' Unpaved Trail -Proposed ~" Single Track Trail • Completed 1 ~~~~~°~°° Single Track Trail -Proposed k • Regional Parks .._._I ~ * District Parks ~ m " Community Parks a»#'j E Neighborhood Parks u ~~1 Centerlines Street Network Manna Proposed Roads Railroad Rivers and Washes -_- Central Arizona Project Canal s;` Existing Parks 3° o Proposed Parks oeJ 'i , Pedestrian Activity Area ' j~ Orange Gore a FeG D 0.6 1 2 9 4 w~ eR~.meMiles Maraca Parks, Retreajioa, Trails bnd Opea Spate Master Plan Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Connectivity T©IrQr~~~ad Forest National Monument Challenge: West of the Town is the The Ironwood Forest National Monument. At its northern edge, the Monument shares a border with the Marana Planning Area. The Monument is managed as a primitive wilderness area, with undes- ignated camping areas and few roads. The New Management Plan, continues this ap- proach, and includes additional restrictions regarding the types of activities that could occur in the Monument. The Management Plan does not anticipate additional trails or additional access points. Opportunity: The main entry points into the Monument are Silverbell and Sasco Roads. Both of these roads are designated trail corridors. Extend- ing these corridors into the National Monu- ment links this key ecological asset into the Town's Green Infrastructure and provides a quality destination for all types of trail users. West EI Tiro Road, though largely outside of Manna's Planning Boundary, also provides a lacatian for a trail corridor into the Monu- mentand links to north/south corridors along Trico Road and the Brawley Wash. Result: Trail connections expand access into Iron- wood Forest National Monument. Challenge: As Manna's population grows, the canstruc- tian ofnew trails is necessary to maintain the standards of this plan. However, trail stan- dardsthat are determined by miles per capita can be misleading. For example, a large por- tion ofthe Town's planned trails are along the Santa Cruz River and the CAP. Whereas construction of these trails wauld result in the Town maintaining its current standard of 1.82 miles of trail per 1,000 population by 2020, they are not easily accessible to the vast ma- jority of Town residents and do not access all of Manna's important destinations. Opportunity: An alternate standard for trails is based upon physical access. Currently, most residents live within one-half to one-quarter mile of a planned or existing trail or bicycle route. Ta maintain this standard, the Town would have to increase its trail system commensurate with new development. This approach could also be more cast-effective, as existing trails could serve infill development, and new trails necessary to serve the periphery could be constructed as a component of new develop- ment. All new trails and paths would contrib- ute tothe enhanced connectivity to Manna's regional and local destinations. Other existing resources can provide ad- ditional trail and path corridor opportunities. Undeveloped desert areas have many drain- ages and washes. Farmland areas have comprehensive networks of irrigation canals and laterals. All of these linear corridors are suitable for path and trail use immediately and can become the focus of open space areas in new development. Result: Trails are closer to Manna's residents. Equestrian Access Challenge: Norkh Marana has maintained a rural charac- terthat includes large equestrian and hobby farm lots. Many roads are narrow, and right of ways are undeveloped. Opportunity: Because north Marana is largely undevel- opedand not zoned for future master planned communities, an opportunity exists to work with landowners to dedicate trail easements allowing equestrians to cross their property. Unpaved trail routes connecting to the Santa Cruz River to the west could be identified and signed, with very little cast to the Tawn and thereby enhance the equestrian lifestyle. Result: Equestrian access to the Santa Cruz River and Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. Conveying Manna's His f:nry And Culture Challenge: Large and relatively fast development often occurs without regard to a region's culture and history, Corporate architecture and design based on rigid standards creates a sameness in a community. Manna has a 90 complex and layered history. The commu- nity draws strength from this history and cel- ebrates it in many ways. Opportunity: Creating trails that convey the historic and cultural character of key corridors such as the Anza Trail along the Santa Cruz River, the Butterfield Stage Route roughly #ollawing the I-10 corridor, and the Town's proposed greenway between Ora Mae Harn and Ma- ranaHeritage River Parks can help celebrate the Town and identify regional trail segments as distinct to Marano. Designing trails that interpret their historic relevance, the cultural significance of the areas through which they pass (the Town's Greenway passes through historic agricultural areas), or that celebrate important natural resources and views (such as the trail along Tangerine Roads makes trails into destinations. This can contribute to the Town's strategic goal of becoming a recreation capital as well as enhance the relevance and meaning of the Town's Green Infrastructure to its residents and visitors. Result: Increased appreciation for and awareness of the Town's cultural resources and history. increase C?pRortunities ToAc- cessThe Trail and Path System Challenge: Designated access points provide a formal entry to the system and opportunities for meeting places, facilities such as restrooms and parking, maps, and interpretation. Trail- heads add to the cost of trail maintenance and construction, yet are critical to providing equitable access to all. Opportunity: New trailheads can be provided in a number of ways. Trailheads can be an integral part of community, district, and some neighbor- hood parks. Trailheads can be stand-alone facilities in critical areas where no other park sites exist. Trailheads should also be includ- ed in the trails and open space systems of Master Planned Communities thereby reduc- ingthe cost of construction and maintenance of these facilities while preserving clear and designated access points for the entire com- munity Result; Trailheads provided at multiple points throughout Marano. Consistency 1n Trail System Planning Challenge: Marano has trails identified in four docu- ments; the July 2000 Transportation System Master Plan, the July 2000 Park, Trail and Open Space Master Plan, the Town's Park and Trail Map and in the Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan. While these docu- ments have trails in common, they differ in some substantial respects. Opportunity: This Plan is consistent with other regional plans. Marana's plans should build upon and be consistent with other regional plans such as the Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan. Result: A single, recognized plan with clear and consistent standards and map would reduce confusion with regards to trail location and design. Connectivity T~ National And Regional Resources Q~at- sideTheTown Limits Challenge: The Ironwood Forest National Monument, Picacho Peak and the Saguaro National Park West all lie on the edges of Marano or its Planning Area Boundary. While the Sa- guaro National Park is located directly on the Town's border, and has trailheads directly ac- cessiblefrom the Town, the Ironwood Forest National Monument entrance is a few miles from the Town's west border. Picacho Peak is a few miles north of the Town's Planning Area Boundary in Pinal County. Opportunity Pinal and Pima Counties have recently ad- opted trails plans. While these plans do not include links from Marano to Picacho Peak and include few links from Marano into the Ironwood Forest National Monument, these plans could be amended to include them. Additionally, the Marano trails plan can build upon the trail networks of these plans to en- hance access to critical open space andlor z rn r rn Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails dnd Dpen Spare Master Plan gl Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan resource areas. Because access to these resources (Ironwood Forest National Monu- ment in particular) is along local roadways, funding, through Enhancement, Heritage, or Transportation funds or other resources could be identified to develop these links. Result: Marana's Green Infrastructure will connect to other, larger ecological assets with statewide and national significance. 92 THE TRAIL SYSTEM GOALS, POLICIES, AND ACTION STRATEGIES GOAL T1: Develop A Connected And Continuous System That Serves Both Recreation And Transportation Needs And Is Integrat- ~ ed Into An Overall Multi-Modal System. Policy Action Strategy r L~ T.1.1 Provide continuous routes with minimal gaps and T.1.1.1 Require trails identified on the Trails Map included in this plan ~ loops of various lengths. that are within proposed new devebpments be constructed at ---~ the same time as roads and other critical infrastructure, in actor- ~ dance with the Trail Standards included Appendix lII of this Plan. T.1.2 Maximize all opportunities for connections between T.1.2.1 Create linkages with other parks and recreation facilities through- ~ ~ neighborhoods and to local destinations such as out the Tucson Metropolitan Area. schools, parks and other community facilities as T.1.22 Continue development of the shared-use path along the Santa ~ well as to regional destinations, regional path and Cruz River. '~ trail corridors, and employment. ~ T.1.3 Provide access to natural open space areas and T.1.3.1 Incorporate major destinations/ landmarks for recreation to en- ~ parks including those on Federal, County, Marano, sure they are properly marketed and utilized. ~ otherjurisdictionsond private land where appropri- fin ate. `° T.1.4 Integrate with, connect, support and complement T.1.4.1 Create linkages with other parks and recreation facilities through- the various elements of the Pima Regional Trail Sys- out the Tucson Metropolitan Area ~ tem Master Plan including routes, facility types and T,1.4.2 Incorporate small desert parks at trailheads to create multiuse ~ design guidelines. opportunities. T.1.5 Provide linkages and smooth transitions between T.1.5.1 Work with Tucson Electric Power (TEP), Arizona Public Service ~-+ sidewalks, trails, paths and bike lanes, transit termi- (APS) and other power providers to secure ROW for public trails ~ pals/centers, sidewalks, bus stops, and park & ride under utility lines 64KV and greater. " ~ lots. T.1.6 Incorporate path and trail related amenities into bus T.1.6.1 Work with the the Arizona Department of Transportation, the ' stops, park & ride lots and other transition points Town s Transportation Department to provide connections be- ~ between transportation modes. tween trails and the motorized transportation sytem. ~ ITf Marano Parks, Recreation, trails and Open Space Muster Plan 93 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Policy Action Strategy T,1.6.2 Work with the Bureau of Reclamation to finalize trail easements along the Central Arizona Project. T.1.7 Make full use of regional linear corridors such as the Central Arizona Project Canal, power lines, gas line easements, Interstate corridors, roadways, scenic corridors, rivers, washes, and open space areas, T.1.7.1 Work with the Arizona Department of Transportation to secure trail easements and crossings along Interstate 10. T.1.7.2 Work with the National Park Service and Pima County to se- cure funds to complete the Juan Bautista de Anza Trail into and through Marano. T.1.7.3 Work with Pima County and the Bureau of Land Management to develop a trail connection into Ironwood Forest National Monu- mentalong Silverbell Road. T.1.7.4 Work with the Arizona State Land Department and Pinal County to develop a trail connections to Picacho Peak. GOAL T2; Provide A Quality Trail Experience for All Users. Policy T.2.1 Develop facilities that will appeal to all levels of ability and interest while providing a variety of ex- periences. Action Strategy T.2,L1 When designing and designating specific trails, take into con- sideration subtle grade changes, focused and changing views, changes in landscape, physical challenges, markers for entry, arrival and departure, serene places, intimate spaces, dramatic places, group gathering spaces, and places to stop, look, feel and absorb. T.2.2.2 Provide trails in urban, suburban and backcountry environments. T.2.2.3 Provide various levels of difficulty on unpaved trails by varying the slope, terrain and side conditions. 94 Policy Action Strategy T.2.3 Integrate construction materials and techniques T.2.3.1 In keeping with this the Town's Green Infrastructure, use recycled that respect various user needs and are functionally materials, permeable surfaces and other sustainable and LEED- andaesthetically campatiblewith the area`s charac- certifiable materials in trail and trail facility construction, ter. T.2.4 Create new trail designations and districts appropri- T.2.4.1. Create a pedestrian district in the Marana Town Center and in the ate to the context of the trail experience. commercial district located at I-10 and Cortaro Road. G(7Al T3: Identify, Improve, Document And Publicize The Process For Planning, Developing And Maintaining The Path And Trail System. Policy T.3.1 Action Strategy Work with the appropriate Town departments to T.3.1.1 ensure that the trail system is properly identified, evaluated and acted upon during the plan review and construction inspection process of private de- velopment & Town managed development. T.3.1.2 T.3.2 Provide proper notification to neighborhoods and user groups of pending facility planning and con- struction. T.3.2.1 ~~~~~ Appoint a Parks and Recreation Department staff member to serve as a liaison between the Planning Department and the Parks and Recreation Department, Assign the liaison responsibility for reviewing rezoning requests and variances and requests for site plan approval for conformance with the Trails System Map. Appoint a Parks and Recreation Department Staff member to serve as a liaison between the Transportation and Engineering Departments and the Parks and Recreation Department. Assign the liaison responsibility for reviewing planned roadways and roadway improvements for conformance with the Trails System Map. Leverage the use of technology in communicating with residents and employees. C1'a -.-..I G~ C~ Q Q -.~ Marana Parks, Reueation, Trails And Open Spare Master Plan 95 Marana Parks, Recreafiion, Trails And Open Space Master Plan GOAL T4: Promote And Increase Awareness Qf The Path And Trail System, Policy Action St rategy T.4.1 Promote the benefits of the system including but T,4.1.1 Issue press releases about individuals who use the trails for exer- not limited to economic development, transporta- cise, commuting and recreation. tion, air quality, safety, connectivity, community im- T,4,1.2 Provide trail markers and interpretation that describe the ben- age, health/wellness, and fun/adventure. efits of trail use. T.4.2 Promote public awareness of the multiple uses of T,4.2.1 Include a "trail of the month" feature on the Town's web site. Use paths and trails, this opportunity to describe a particular trail or Town asset acces- sible by atrail. T.4.3 Promote the interconnectivity of the path and trail T,4.3.1 Connect Town Trails to regional trails identified in this Plan and system with other modes of transportation and with the Pima and Pinal Counties' trails plans. important destinations within and outside Marana. T,4.4 Involve the community in design, construction and T,4.4.1 Partner with groups that support Juan Bautista de Anza Trail to maintenance through events and activities. evaluate amulti-jurisdictional historical recreation of the Juan Bautista de Anza Trail journey. T,4.4.2 Explore options for using community groups as volunteer labor for major events. T,4.4.2 Expand the Town`s volunteer program. T,4,4.4 Develop community "Trail Design and Build" days and support and celebrate National Trails Day. T.4.4.5 Develop and/or support hiking, riding and bicycling clubs. T.4.5 Develop a sense of ownership and connectivity to T.4.5,1 Develop and adopt apath/trail/trailhead program. the path and trail system. T.4.5.2 Integrate the path/trail system into Town, community, and neigh- borhood events and activities. 96 Policy Action Strategy i,~#5.a Develop ways to personalize trails tl~~rough use of local artists, youth projects and places for people to "Leave Their Mark" (i,e. cairns). T.4.5.4 Provide interpretation along the trails that includes neighbor- hood identity/themes throughout the system. T.4.5.5 Implement a Volunteer Awards Program that recognizes out- standing contributions or community innovations to the path and trail system. T.4.6 Promote the system and its related events and ac- T.4.6.1 Advertise and promote the Marano trails system in toursim-relat- tivities as an integral part of the community in eco- ed publications. nomic and tourism related promotions and publica- T,4.6.2 Provide copies of the Marano Trails Map to local hotels and hotel tions. concierges. GOAL T5: Develop Educational And Interpretive Comp onents To The Path And Trail System. Policy Action St rategy T,5,1 Create safety education programs. T.5.1.1 Work with the Arizona State Department of Transportation and Pima County to coordinate promotion and development ofexist- ingand new public safety education programs related to bicycle and pedestrian safety at elementary, middle and high schools. T.5.1.2 Identify possible projects for Safe-Route-To-School programs and State funds. T.5.2 Include interpretive signs on local and regional flo- T.5.2.1 Provide information about the Tortolita Fan along the Tangerine ra, fauna, environment, and history/heritage. Road Trail. T.5.2.2 Provide information about the Central Arizona Project and the role of water and agriculture in the Town's development along the Central Arizona Project Canal and the Town's greenway. T.5,2.3 Coordinate with Pima County regarding signing along the trail, while developing a distinctive sign program for that indicates when a trail is within Marano corporate limits. m G1 Q Q r ~° Q -.~ G~ ITl Mura~u Parks, Recreutioo, Trails And Open Spare Mnsier Plan 97 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan U~ U) Policy T.5.3 Exploit all opportunities to educate users about trail use. T.5.4 Exploit all opportunities to educate users about the environment through which trails pass. GOAL T6: Policy T,6.1 Action Strategy 1.~.:~.1 Loc~rdii~ale prorr~olion and cieveloprnent a( existing and r~ew public safety education programs related to bicycle and pedes- trian safety. T.5.3.2 Identify possible projects for Safe-Route-To-School programs and state funds. T.5.3.3 Provide a trail map on the Town's web site that can be down- loaded, and that can be enlarged to show specific locations and facilities. T.5.4.1 Provide information about the river system along the Santa Cruz Trail and trails along the la Capada Del Oro and Los Robles/ Brawley Washes. T.5.4.2 Include interpretive signs on local and regional flora, fauna, envi- ronment, and history/heritage. Provide AMultiple-Use Path And Trail System That Includes Facilities Far All Types Of Non-Motorized Uses Including but Not Necessarily limited Ta Hiking, Walking, Bicycle Riding, And Horseback Riding. Action Strategy Provide and appropriate mix of paved and unpaved T,6.1.1 Maintain the Old Tangerine Road Crossing of I-10 as a trail cross- facilities. ing, T.6,1.2 Require trails within subdivisions and developed areas to be paved or to have a stabilized surface approved by the Marana Parks and Recreation Department. T.6.1.3 Discourage paved trails and paths within the Tortolita Mountain Preserve, the Santa Cruz River Floodway, the Los Robles/Brawley Wash Floodway. T.6.1.4 Require paved and unpaved trails along the Central Arizona Trail. T.6.1.5 Require a paved trail along the Santa Cruz River levee, T.6.1.6 Provide trailhead and trail facilities in accordance with the Trail Standards included in this Plan. 98 Policy Action Strategy T,6.2 Stave to make all paved facilities meet ADA acres- T.6.2.1 Upgrade trails and trailheads to ADA accessibility standards sibility standards. through retrofit and renovation. T.6.2.2 Require all new trail and trailhead construction to be in confor- mancewith ADA accessibility standards, GOAL T7: Create An Organized And Easily Understood Path And Trail System. Policy Action Strategy T.7.1 Use to the greatest extent passible the path, trail T.7.1.1 Coordinate with the City of Tucson and the Pima County Recre- and other related design guidelines identified in the ation Department to coordinate the Town of Marana's Trail Stan- Pima Regional Trails System Master Plan. lards with those included in the Pima Regional Trail Master Plan. T.7Z Make alignments simple and logical. T.7.2.1 When possible and practical, acquire easements and right of way to create the most direct route between destinations. TJ.3 Provide trailheads and trails that access local re- T.7.3.1 Coordinate with the Saguaro West development to provide a sottrr..es and destinations. trailheacl that pro`~ides access to Saffnrd and Panther Peaks. GOAL T8: increase Physical Activity And Improve Heal th By Making Trails And Paths An Easy And Convenient Option Far Trans- portation And Recreation. Policy Action Strategy T.8.1 Locate paths and trails so they are within amaxi- T.8.1.1 Require a trails plan that demonstrates all homes are within 15 mum 15 minute walk to user's home, schools, and places of employment. minutes of a trail (not sidewalk) for all residential subdivisions 8D acres or larger. T,8.1.2 When planning new trails, give those areas that are not within 1/4 mile of a trail priority. T.8.1.3 Require all commercial development to provide access to adja- cent trails. If a trail is within 1/4 mile of a proposed commercial development, consider providing a link between the develop- mentand the trail. Pty Gl Q t7 fTl C7 U7 l'tl G'? Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan gg Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And C1pen Space Master Plan Policy Action Strategy T,8.2 Ease the transition between transportation modes T.8.2.1 Provide appropriate amenities such as bike racks, drinking foun- by providing appropriate user accommodations tains and bike storage lockers at trailheads, employment centers and amenities at trailheads, transit stops, and, in the and other destinations. future, at transit centers/stations and park and ride T.8.2.2 Amend the zoning code to require bicycle parking at all commer- lots. cial developments greater than ten (10) acres. T.8.2.3 Within the Marana Town Center, provide public bicycle racks and lockers. T.8.3 Maximize convenient use of the path and trail sys- T.8.3.1 Provide more access points into Wild Burro Wash. tem by providing access points na greater than 1/4 mile apart along corridors. T.8.4 Provide trailheads with the appropriate mix of stan- T.8.4.1 Complete the permanent public access trailhead at the Ritz Carl- dard and equestrian parking at a maximum of 3 ton Resort at Dove Mountain. miles apart along path and trail corridors. T.8.4.2 Complete the Tortolita Preserve Trailhead, T.8.4.3 Complete the Vulture Peak/La Cholla Trailhead to the Tortolita Mountains. T.8.4.4 Wark to resolve access issues associated with the Cochie Canyon Trailhead. T.8.4.5 Identify up to three additional access points into the Tortolita Mountains from Marana, T.8.4 Promote respect, understanding and proper trail T.8.5.1 Publicize the penalties and fines far non-compliance with trail etiquette between path and trail users and non- related codes, ordinances, and easements users. T.9.5.2 Use signs, articles in Tawn publications and an the Town website to encourage a "share-the-trail" ethic among trail users. T.8.5.3 Promote the "yield etiquette" to all trail users through signs and other public information: Hikers yield to equestrians; bicyclists yield to hikers and equestrians. T,8,5.4 Provide "poop scoop" stations along trails and within parks. 100 Policy Action Strategy T,8.6 Implement consistent sign design and construction T.8.6.1 Use universal trail access information on signs that includes in- ,- standards across Marana's entire trail and path sys- formation that allows users to choose their best routes, ; =~~~ tem. T.8.6,2 Work with developers to design, install, and maintain signs with- ~~ ~~ -+ n~ in their development on publicly dedicated paths and trails per r Town of Marana standards. T,8.7 Coordinate sign design with Pima County and ad- T.8.7.1 Work with the City of Tucson and Pima County Parks and Recre- jacentjurisdictions as necessary for regional paths ation Departments to obtain color palettes, key symbology and ~ and trails which pass through Marana, other elements that will result in a consistent sign design along regional trails within the Town. ;) GOAL T9: pursue Strategic Partnerships Between The Town And Other Entities. ~ ,y ~~.' t~~ Policy Action Strategy -• _. T.9.1 Identify partnerships that will enhance support for T.9.1.1 Identify and work. closely with neighborhood homeowner also- ~.~ trails and/or reduce the costs far trail construction ciations to maintain trails within and adjacent to Master Planned ~ and/or maintenance. Communities. ;~ T.9.1.2 Identify and work closely with the business community to pro- ~ mate and sponsor trail construction projects, events and activi- ties. T,9.1.3 Work with the local health community to promote the health ,~ ~:... ~~ benefits of outdoor activity as well as to promote and sponsor :~ events and activities. T.9.1,4 Identify and apply for supplemental grant funding to build and ~~ maintain trails. ~~ ,.. T.9.1.5 Promote partnerships with user groups and other governmental ~`... agencies to develop and promote construction projects, events and activities. ~~ T.9.1.6 Submit the entire Marano Path and Trail System to the Arizona State Committee an Trails to be considered for inclusion in the State Trail System and thereby become eligible for Heritage Fund ,,,~ matching grants. ~ c~ Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 101 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Pony Action Strategy GOAL T10: Enforce Legal Protections To Path And Trail Related Facilities. ., Policy Action Strategy T.10.1 Encourage actions and policies to keep trails and T,10.1.1 Identify, improve, document, publicize, and enforce path and trail trail users safe and desirable. related codes, ordinances, easement limitations and allowances that exist at any applicable level of government. T.10,1.2 Establish and document a chain of authority and actions for re- sponding to off-road vehicle use violations on paths and trails. T.10.1.3 Provide standard easement dedication language to be used dur- ingthe plan review process. T.10,1.4 Review and refine design standards to ensure ability to limit off- road vehicle use on designated paths and trails through the use of physical barriers. T.10.1.5 Develop a plan for the eradication of Buffelgrass on and near Town trails. GOAL T11: Make All Facilities Safe And Comfortable, Policy Action Strategy T.11.1 Minimize vehicular conflicts with path and trail us- T.11.1.1 Make at-grade crossings of arterial streets safer by incorporat- ~Q- ers. ing new crossing techniques such as "Pelicans", "Toucans", the ~; "Hawk" and PXO. ~' T.11.1.2 Incorporate grade-separated crossings as often as possible into ~~ ~_. transportation and development projects. ~l''e T.11.1.3 Provide appropriate horizontal and vertical buffers between F paths/trails and adjacent streets and roadways. T.11,1.4 Maximize visibility and physical access to paths and trails from streets and other public lands. T,11.2 Build all facilities to known safety standards. T.11.1.1 Provide a trail surface material that is firm yet porous under foot to minimize foot/ankle injuries. L...,... 102 Policy Action Strategy 1-.11.1.2 Plan urban trails to minimize grades. GOAL 12: Create Regionally Significant Trails That Support And Promote The Unique History And Character 4f Marano. Policy Action Strategy T.12.1 Create "Signature" Trails that traverse and loop Ma- T,12.1.1 Incorporate historic and/or thematic elements into amenities rang. along signature and other trails and into the design of trailheads, nodes, etc. T.12.1.2 Incorporate and provide interpretation for major destinations/ landmarks along signature and other trails. T.12.1.3 Adapt, for signature trails and other trails trail-based building and amenities, architectural design standards that incorporate historical aspects of the Marano region GOAL 13: Minimize The Visual And Environmental Impact Of Paths And Trails And Their Users. Policy Action Strategy T,13.1 Use appropriate path and trail classifications based T,13.1.1 Build and develop trails in accordance with the Trails Map in- on anticipated level and type of use and the condi- eluded in this plan. tion and characteristics of the land. T.13,2 Incorporate appropriate plant salvage and revegta- tion techniques during path and trail planning and construction. T.13.3 Minimize inappropriate/illegal use of trails through ordinances and enforcement. T.13.4 Develop guidelines for buffering adjacent proper- tieswhen paths or trails must be near property lines or use areas. T.13.2.1 Require, as a part of all construction documents for trails and paths, a plant salvage plan. T.13.3.1 Develop an intergovernmental agreement RIGA) with the Arizona State Land Department to control off-road use in the Tortolita Fan and in the Santa Cruz River. T.13.4.1 Participate in development review to ensure that new develop- ment isseparated from trails ar paths and that adjacent land use is compatible with the trail. r G r U O r-+ (TI U1 1~ Q U7 -~ m G~ Maranu Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Spnce Muster Plan 103 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Policy Action Strategy T.13.5 Where passible, route paths and trails away from T.13,5.1 Prior to developing a trail, conduct a visual study that identifies slopes that face developed areas, thereby preserv- the routes and their visibility from development and roadways. ing the most visible undisturbed hillsides. T.13,5.2 Make use of available ar already disturbed land where possible for trail alignments and related facilities. T.13.6 Where possible, separate paved paths from back of T.13,6.1 Work with the Town Engineering and Planning Qepartments dur- curb, and provide at least 14' minimum paved area ing the entitlement and development review processes to ensure to accommodate bicycles, pedestrians and strollers. that adequate right of way is provided for sidewalks. 104 THIS P~~ INTENTI~NA~LLY BLANK ~--i (/1 ".~ rn Q ~' cn -~ rn rn rn Marona Parks, Re~reotion, Trails And Open Spoce Master Plan 105 'r.. ~ .IX ~, °" »~ }:.. '~¢~ ~' ~° ~ y 1 J'S °." d~.. s `~ ~. ~~~ ~ a~ ~ ~ fin,' ~ 9 4' Lq "~ t t '~`~ ~,~,.r.,.~,.. Introduction Recreation programs drive the need for facilities, park design and recreation amenities. An active programs component gives reason to residents to use parks, supports the social life of community and often fills in where other recreation providers can, or do not. Manna's Recreation Programs drive the human elements of the Town's Green Infrastructure. The programs offered by the Town create demand far facilities, and affect the design and location of community recreation buildings. National Recreation Program Trends In progressive recreation departments across the United States, recreation programs have grown explosively in the last ten years. However, dur- ing the 2008-2011 economic downturn of the last few years, many departments have shifted some of their programming to other entities. Most de- partments still offer a full complement of activities, but they may not be the actual provider of the pro- grams themselves. These programs and activity areas are listed in Table P.1. Programs Generally Offered By Parks and Recreation Departments In Programs The United States. To save money, many recreation departments are also offering programs with shorter sessions (two to three instead of three to five classes) or on a drop-in, pay-as-you-ga basis (especially fit- ness programs). In addition, there has also been a concerted effort to integrate conventional rec- reation programming with community based so- cial service programs. Most of the social service programs are offered by other community based agencies. In an effort to bring a comprehensive scope of recreation programs to the community, recreation departments often act as a coordinating agency and clearinghouse for multiple recreation agen- cies and providers. This has increased the num- ber of partnerships that are in place, delivering a broader base of programs in a more cost effective manner. There is also a much stronger emphasis on revenue production and raising the level of cost recovery to minimize tax dollar use to offset recre- ationprogramming. Table P.1 describes programs that are generally offered by parks and recreation departments in The United States. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and C}pen Space Master Plan 107 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Over time, recreation programs have changed to meet emerging demands. Some of these specific, emerging recreation pro- gram and service trends include: Sports • Youth lacrosse • Youth camps and clinics • Youth sports specific training • Non-traditional sports (skateboarding, BMX, fencing) Fitness/Wellness • Personal training • Yoga/Pilates/massage therapy • Healthy lifestyle education Cultural Arts • Music production for youth Youth • After school programs in recreation centers and/or schools • Summer camps -theme camps Outdoor Recreation • Eco-tourism (where appropriate • Environmental education Seniors • Fitnesslwellness Aquatics • Fitness General Programs • Education -computer, finance, etc. Special Events • Community-wide celebrations Increasingly parks and recreation depart- ments have also taken on the responsibility of operating after school programs that were once the role of school districts or other enti- ties (YMCA, faith-based groups, private pro- viders and others). Recreation departments have generally had aggressive fees far these TABLE P.1: Programs Generally Offered By Parks And Recreation Departments In The United States SPORTS FITNESS/ CULTURAL YOUTH OUTDOOR SENIORS AQUATICS GENERAL SPECIAL SPECIAL WELLNESS ARTS RECRE- PRO- NEEDS EVENTS ATION GRAMS Youth Fitness Performing arts • Before and Outdoor Fitness/ Lessons Personal Various Com- • Adult classes • Dance after school adventure wellness Fitness develop- munity • Team Personal Theater Summer Qutdoor Cultural Arts Competitive rnent events • Individual training Music day camps education Self im- (swim teams) Education • Camps and Playground Environ- provement Specialty Specialty clinics Education Visual Arts programs mental Education • Tournaments Painting Preschool Trip pro- •Ceramics Teen grams Non-traditional Pottery sports such as: • BMX Arts Events • In-line hockey loo programs and either use recreation centers Most urban recreation departments and allowed the private or non-profit and/or school facilities as the site. Each of also have anon-resident fee differen- sector to have a more active role in the three benchmark communities surveyed tial in the range of 20% to as much as delivering public recreation. As more during the development of this plan operate 50%. recreation departments focus on pro- organized after school programs at several viding basic recreation programs and sites in their communities. With financial self sufficiency, recre- services and act as a clearing house ation programming has been able for information and services provided i ~~~~ ~~~~ ~.;~~~~~~ ~~z, ,~ ,~s,q ~ to grow substantially without budget by others, the number of public agen- ~~~ er~~r~~ P,~.~~a ~~~e constraints. However, with a more cies collaborating to bring a higher entrepreneurial approach to assess- level of recreation service on more of As parks and recreation departments evolve ing fees comes the need to develop a regional basis (especially for more , they are recognizing competition for limited a scholarship program that allows for specialized services such as special public funds will continue. To be successful those individuals that cannot afford to needs, outdoor education, etc.) has , departments are focusing on the following pay the opportunity to participate in recreation activities. Such programs increased. key areas; usually have a limited budget and do Facilities Fee Setting require the user to pay at least some- The vast majority of outdoor related In order to accomplish a high level of • thing for service, recreation programming takes plane recreation services, recreation depart- Use of Other Service Providers in public parks or school facilities. School buildings, public recreation ments have been much more aggres- sive (well beyond what is found in Ari- Public recreation departments are centers and other provider's facili- zona) in their fee setting. The goal of beginning to move away from being ties are the primary location for mast most fees are to cover all operational the actual provider of all recreation indoor programs and activities. To expenses (instructor and other labor programs and services to the concept accommodate the phenomenal ex- costs equipment and materials) and of public agencies being the general passion of demand for recreation pro- , , actually developing recreation pro- coordinator and enabler of overall grams and services, many parks and gramming as a profit center. Many community recreation needs and recreation departments have begun parks and recreation departments resources. This trend has resulted to partner with private facilities such also have developed a three tiered in a great deal of programming now as fitness centers, dance studios, approach to pricing recreation pro- being conducted by volunteer youth outdoor aquatic clubs, non-profits grams and services where some ba- sports organizations, adult sports as- (YMCAs, Boys & Girls Clubs, cultural sic services (usually youth programs] sociations, non-profit groups such as arts centers) and private schools. -~ may be subsidized while others are the YMCA and other social service This innovative approach has enabled ; covering at least their direct costs and organizations, as well as the private parks and recreation departments to ~` ~ more specialized programs are cover- sector. This has reduced the finan- find appropriate sites and facilities for f~ ~ ing all costs plus a major portion of vial obligations of the public sector, many activities without the burden of their indirect costs as well placed programming in the hands of capital and maintenance costs. Addi- . organizations with the specific exper- tionally, the demand for youth sports tise (and often the facilities as well), fields continues to grow, and it is not t Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 109 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan unusual for youth sports organizations to build and operate their own fields on their own property or on leased un- developed public land. Staffing • Adequate staffing is necessary to maintain the levels of service de- manded by Marana's residents. Staff- ing costs are the single greatest op- erational expense item for parks and recreation departments. To minimize the number of full-time staff, many departments contract or partner with other providers for certain programs and services (see Use Of Other Ser- vice Providers above. The need to reduce full-time staff has become even mare acute with the poor finan- cial condition of mast municipal gov- ernments. Even with outsourcing or using more part-time staff, there still needs to be adequate full-time staff to oversee and coordinate such efforts. Part-time staff remains the backbone of most recreation divisions and make up the vast majority of pro- gram leaders and instructors. Many departments are converting program instructors to contract employees with a split of gross revenues (usually 70% to the instructor and 30% to the town) or developing a contract for services that either rents facilities and/or takes a percentage of the gross from anoth- erorganization. Volunteers are typi- cally used to augment and are not a substitute for, paid recreation depart- mentstaff. Funding • The basic requirement for the pro- vision of recreation programs and services is a funding commitment as- sociated with the development of the facilities to support those programs offered solely by the parks and recre- ation department and funding for the staff necessary to manage and pro- vide the programming. This usually requires a tax dollar commitment but also other sources of funding includ- ingprogram fees, grants, and partner- ing with other agencies can also help with additional funding. In many recre- ationdepartments, funding limits have been the greatest single challenge to providing not only existing programs but also bringing on any new services. Administration Essential to developing a comprehensive recreation program is a strong administra- tive overview of the process. It starts with the development of an overall philosophy that will direct programming efforts by the public organization and determine the role of other providers. The philosophy should em- phasize areas of focus by age group as well as program areas and also prioritize future program development options. Key aspects of administration include: In-house Versus contract - As part of the programming philosophy a determination of what programs and services will be offered directly by the recreation staff and which will be contracted to other individuals or or- ganizations must be determined. In- creasinglyrecreation departments are turning to contracted services or the outright rental of facilities to other pro- viders to broaden programming and limit the role of in-house employees. • Marketing -Recreation programming is a discretionary expenditure. As a result, it is critical that there is a strong marketing effort to promote the recre- ationactivities that are offered by pub- lic providers. Registration - An aspect of marketing for recreation services is the ease of being able to register for these activi- ties. This requires a fully computer- ized registration software package, the ability to register on-line, the ac- ceptance of credit cards for service, and the ability to make payments over time. Record Keeping - To determine the relative success of programming and the markets being served, accurate and timely record keeping is neces- sary. Registration numbers by class and activity area need to be kept and comparisons by programming season conducted. In addition expense and revenue numbers for each activity must be noted and compared todeter- minefinancial viability. Demographic records recreation program partici- pants and where they live will deter- mine specific markets that are being served and mare importantly ones 110 that may be overlooked. The only way to adequately keep such records is through complete computerization of not only registration but all records associated with programming. Evaluation -Ultimately the success of recreation programming must be measured by the community it serves. A determination of the satisfaction with existing programs and services as well as the needs and expecta- tions for future programming must be measured through a formal, annual, evaluation process. Current Programs The Town of Marano offers a wide array of recreation programs. Additionally, same residents take advantage of programs pro- vided by Pima County, Oro Valley, the City of Tucson, and private providers. Table P.2 lists programs available to Marano residents from all of these providers. Program Assessment The overall strengths of the Town's programs include: A strong youth activities program es- peciallyafter school; • A substantial number of sports camps for youth; • A large number of traditional senior programs; • A significant number of special inter- estclasses; • A strong number of special events, and An emphasis on developing family based programming. Overall, the Town's programming efforts are good. Table P.3 shows current programs and the user groups served. Marano offers a strong number of programs in certain ar- eas. Due to the generalized lack of facilities to support indoor and specialized programs, there are fewer types of these programs. Additionally, the lack of facilities prevents the Town from providing facilities for most drop- inactivities other than youth after school. The lack of facilities may have also resulted in programming challenges with regards to fitness and wellness, seasonal (such as aquatic), indoor sports, and active senior programs. Additionally, areas that the Town could capitalize upon, include outdoor/envi- ronmental education. Finally, there are op- portunities for the Town to enhance its per- formingarts and arts and crafts as well as its special needs programming. Despite strong growth in recreation pro- gramming over the last several years, the Town of Marana's recreation offerings are still reasonably basic and are missing activi- ties in many key areas. A strong effort will need to be made to increase services in the areas where adequate programming is not currently in place or is not currently offered at all (fitness, aquatics, outdoor recreation, performing arts, and special needs). In or- der for this to be accomplished, community recreation centers are needed and continued strong partnerships with other community or- ganizations are needed to increase the num- berand types of facilities available as well as the level of programming. ~ppartunities, Challenges, And Results A drawing Demand ForPr~grams And Servitees In Most every Area. Challenge: Marano is in the top third of Arizona's largest jurisdictions, and the third largest jurisdiction in the Tucson Metropolitan Area with a popu- lation diverse in age, abilities and interests. However, the Town's 2010 population is still not large enough to support the diversity of program offerings desired by its residents. opportunity: Partnering with adjacent jurisdictions of Tuc- son and Oro Valley or working with a private provider, the Town could offer programs that do not have a critical mass of participants in Marano but may have a critical mass of par- ticipants within the greater TucsonlOro Val- Iey/Marano region. Result: Marano residents will have the advantage of diverse program offerings immediately with- out waiting for the "critical mass" population levels that support a large range of recreation programs. Murano Parks, Recreation, Trails bnd Open Space Muster Plan 111 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Table P.2: Facilities Provided By Marana And Other Providers And Available To Marana Residents. ___ _.__ _m___ __~ _~~ _ _.~~ ~w. i ~ I ~ LY ~_ r~~ LL. I ' C ~. )Q ~). ~ ~ U! 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Lowell 114 taetermining ~l-he Future Focus Fay Marana Programs Challenge: Funding and budget limits prevent the Parks and Recreation Department from being all things to all people. Determining a focus for programs will reduce costs through the elimi- nation of low demand programs not critical to the Department's mission, reduce capital costs for facilities to house such programs, and allow the Department to focus its funds and energies on a quality suite of recreation program offerings. Opportunity: The recently adopted Town quality of life di- rectives provide a focus for decisions about new recreation programs and services. These quality of life directives are; • Health and wellness; Arts; • Community. The Town's programming should focus on the these quality of life directives by offer- ing programs in three key areas: individual self directed activities, by serving tourists/ non-residents, families, younger seniors and reaching out tonon-traditional recreation par- ticipants. Descriptions of programs suitable for each of these groups follows. Key Programming Area 1: Individual Self Directed Activities And Programs Individuals enjoy the opportunity to partici- pate in activities independent of organized services or programs. This requires that parks and recreation amenities be promoted and set aside for self directed activities. Ex- amples of self-directed activities include: Outdoor • Hikinglbiking, • Fitness, • Jogging/running, • Disc golf, • Interpretative opportunities, • Fishing, • Skateboarding, • Swimming, • Picnicking. Key Program Area 2: Serving Touristsl Non-residents, Families, And Younger, Active Seniors Tourists/Non-residents - A potential ancillary market segment would be tourists, seasonal residents, and non-residents from the great- er Tucson area. Attracting this user group requires unique programs or facilities with abroad market appeal, or offering special events. In servicing this market the follow- ingprograms and services should be consid- ered: • Self directed activities, especially out- door related hiking/biking or interpre- tative • Special events, festivals, holiday events, and sports tournaments • Cultural and performing arts, con- cer~s, plays, art shows, etc, Families -Appealing to families is one of the stated goals of the Marana Parks and Recreation Department. Providing activities that have interactive opportunities for family members or bundling programs that allow family members to take part in different ac- tivities at the same location provide opportu- nities for family-based activities. Examples include: • Self-directed activities -especially outdoor-related hikinglbiking or inter- pretative; • Special events -festivals, holiday events, and sports; • Cultural and performing arts - con- certs, plays, art shows, etc.; • Aquatics activities, recreational swim- ming. Table P.3: Current Marana Programs And User Groups . 0 ~, ~ ` ~ 'k User 3 ~ Q u o C R/1 u '~ '^ ,~ vi ~ L p ~ is I1I to 0 a Pr~~rarn 4 ~ w: v v t ~n Youth x x x x x x Teen x X X X X l~dult x x x x x x senior x x x x x x r-t$mly x x x x S~eciai Neet~ x x Marana Parks, Recreation, trails Rnd Open Space Master Plan 115 Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Younger, Active Seniors - A growing market segment is the aging Baby Boomers that are just now entering their senior years. This de- mographic group is far more active that it's predecessors. These seniors take a proac- tive role in personal health, wellness, con- tinuing sports, and other activities in which hey have always participated. Examples of programs and services that appeal to this group include: • Fitness/wellness -group exercise, self-directed, and wellness education; • Aquatics -water aerobics, water walk- ing, therapy and lap swimming; • Sports -basketball, volleyball, soft- ball, etc.; • Hiking/biking/walking. Key Program Area 3: Non-traditional Rec- reation Enthusiasts With the growth in non-traditional sports as well as other new activities, this interest area will need new programming opportunities. This could include: • Rock climbing (indoor or outdoor); • Skateboarding; • BMX; • Challenge courses; • Orienteering (scouts); • Eco-tourism; • Self-directed activities. A Division That Has Dramatically Increased The Number Cif Pra- grams Offered In The Last Several Years, Challenge: Over the past decade, the Town has doubled in population. To meet the needs of the Town's burgeoning population, the Parks and Recreation Department has added new program offerings, venues and traditional programs without a commensurate increase in staff. Opportunity: With recent economic changes, public and not-far-profit recreation programs are gain- ing in popularity. An opportunity exists to increase fees for these programs while still keeping them affordable to the general public and, in certain cases, offering assistance to those in need. Result: Letting the Parks and Recreation Depart- ment move towards afee-for-service City agency will help offset economy dependent lost revenues and reduce the Department's reliance on the Town's General Fund. Expanding The Faces pf Recre- ation Activities Beyond Youth, Seniors And Special Events. Challenge: In its strategic plan, the Town Council rec- ognized the role of recreation as an eco- nomic development tool. However, this vi- sion was mostly focused on the additional revenues from tourism related to hotels and golf courses. Enhancing the Town's Green Infrastructure Human Assets through pro- grams and events that attract visitors to the Town for other reasons than golf and natural resources would contribute to revenues and economic development. Opportunity: Through events and programs, the Town can bring visitors and tourists to Marano. Attract- ingthis user group requires unique programs or facilities that have a broad market appeal. To service this market programs and services that could and should be considered include: anarray ofself-directed, special, and cultural events such as: • Interpretive events associated with the Town's rich archaeological history; • Interpretive trails and sites that are outdoor related and can be enjoyed while hiking or biking. For example, an interpretive exhibit along the Santa Cruz River or an interpretive trails in the Tortolita Mountain Preserve; • Binding trips/tours associated with the Towns extensive riparian habitats; • Fairs and markets associated with the Town's arts organizations and agricul- turalcommunity; • Special events such as model boat re- gattasthat could be offered in partner- ship with existing recreation facilities such as the Waterpark; • Special holiday events advertised on a wider scale than the Town and for which admission for all or part of the 116 attraction is charged; Sports Events coffered in partnership with local or national leagues; Trail rides that could be organized by the Western Heritage Association; Cultural arts performances such as concerts, plays, that use schoo! facili- ties. Result: Expanding the number reasons for people to visit Marana will positively impact the Town's revenues and subsidize enhanced recreation services for residents, clearly Defining The Town's Long Term Rale In Providing Future Rey reatic~n Programs And Serviees. Challenge: The Parks and Recreation Department cur- rently offers a variety of programs and spe- cial events. While all of these programs are welcomed and embraced by the community, they have substantial implications for rev- enues and Department administration. Opportunity: By clearly defining the types of programs the Department chooses to offer it accomplishes many things. It focuses its resources in ar- eas of most importance to the community. It allows the Department to be -expert- in the areas it chooses while encouraging (and potentially supporting the development of private partnerships and expertise in areas it chooses not to pursue. It reduces its admin- istrative load and casts. Regardless of how the Town chooses to in- novate, there are key programs that, over the next five to ten years, should be empha- sized. It is recognized that program growth will be based on the ability to fund as well as the capability of a program or service to support itself through the fees that are col- lected, These programs are listed below and are grouped in accordance with the Town's Quality of Life Directives. Quality 0f Life Directive: Health And Wellness Aquatics • Recreational swimming • Learn to swim -expand lesson oppor- tunities • Aqua exercise- expand classes • Specialty - swimldive teams, masters, scuba Fitness • Group exercise classes -expand types and frequency • Health education • Youth obesity Sports • Individual -programs such as fencing, martial arts • Team -youth lacrosse, adult basket- ball, volleyball • Specialty camps and clinics • Tournaments/events Quality Of Life Directive: Arts Performing Arts • Dance classes Music classes • Theater acting and production Arts Events • Concerts • Plays • Arts festivals Dther • Cooking • Language Quality of Life Directive: Youth Education Non-Sports Youth • Specialty programs or activities • Summer and school holiday camps Dutdoor Recreation Land Based • Hikes • Biking Environmental Education • Interpretative • Eco-tourism Special events • Community celebrations • Festivals Non-traditional ~ • Skateboarding • Rock climbing -artificial/natural • Disc golf 7 • BMX • Special events ; Marnna Pnrks,Recreation, iraiis stind Dpen Spnce Master Plan 117 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan rraviaing ~nc~oar rac~n~ies Hna Special Use Outdoor Amenities ~5wimming Pads, Ftc.) TO Support The Programs Demanded ~y The Public. Challenge: Facilities require a capital investment. Un- til now, the Town's Parks and Recreation Department manages and staffs a senior citizen center in Ora Mae Harn Park. Mas- ter Planned Communities constructed over the past decade have provided a variety of community buildings and club houses that are used by their residents. A county library is open at the new Crossroads at Silverbell Park. Ora Mae Harn Park includes a swim- ming pool. Continental Ranch Park includes a skate park. However, the Town is still lack- ing with regards to community centers that provide a venue for programs and facilities, such as a swimming pool, that provide a loca- tionfor competitions and competitive events. Opportunity: The Town has tools to assist it in accumu- lating capital to construct additional facilities that will support programs demanded by the public. These are discussed in the Finance and Implementation section of this plan. However, in addition to the Town building and operating facilities itself, it can expand its current program offerings by continuing to partner with private sector entities to use and/ or construct facilities that provide a venue for programs and events. Result: Capital projects can be accelerated with pub- lic-private partnerships. However, public use of the capital facilities may have higher fees than if developed exclusively by the Town. Limitations That Will Make It More Difficult To Greatly Expand Recreation Services And Pro- grams In The Coming Years. Challenge: Like many parks and recreation departments in Arizona and throughout the nation, Ma- nna's Parks and Recreation Department is facing economic challenges and rising main- tenance costs that dramatically impact its staff and budget. New facilities are generally constructed through funds from development fees, sales tax supported bands and grants. Funds for staff are General Fund provided and tied to sales taxes as well as grants and revenues from special events (such as ven- dors fees) can also be used to help defray these costs. Opportunity: The Marano Parks and Recreation Depart- mentdoes not need to da it all. Outsourcing a significant number of events and programs could result in higher revenues to the Park and Recreation Department, less adminis- trative burden and more current offerings. Outsourcing maintenance can also help to reduce staff costs and capital costs associ- ated with equipment and equipment upkeep. Result: Town program offerings can be increased. Without careful consideration this approach could result in the most revenue-generating programs likely being selected for offer by the private sector, leaving the Town to provide those programs that are not cost-effective. However, with well-structured partnerships, this can be avoided. Capital costs associ- ated with maintenance could be reduced by outsourcing some maintenance activities. Determining The Role Of Edu catianal Facilities ~n Recre- ation Program Offerings Challenge: As Marana continues to grow, it will continue to construct new schools. Currently, unless a community is actively engaged with the school district, school recreation and cultural facilities are constructed with a narrow focus to operate during school hours only. Asa re- sult,these substantial resources do not maxi- mize the use of public funds because they are under-used during non-school hours. Engagement of a community with the school district prior to school construction can, for any incremental costs, result in leveraging these school investments to have a commu- nity wide benefit that operates an a full day and year-round basis. 118 Opportunity The Town currently has an Intergovernmen- tal Agreement to use some school facilities. With the development of clear top priority uses for public recreation in all present and future school buildings supported by an expanded Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) to develop future public recreation fa- cilities (both indoor and outdoor) in conjunc- tion with new schools, the Town could ad- dress some needs such as aquatics, fields, and even facilities for programs operating after non-school hours. Additionally, enhanced coordination with the school district to provide youth after school programs and services, education classes for youth (and even adults), as well as youth sports (location for practices) can help en- sure that Parks and Recreation Department and school sponsored activities are not redundant. In the case of some activities, the Town may ultimately choose to give up some programs that are better served by the School District. Result: Clear responsibilities for after-school activi- ties will enable the Town to focus an those programs for which it is best suited. Challenge: The Town already has Park Development Fees and development requirements that result in the provision and maintenance of neighborhood parks, some trails and the provision of community parks. The effective- ness of these provisions are discussed in the Parks and Facilities section of this plan. The challenge here is to examine opportuni- ties to include development that is not cur- rently participating in the Town's parks and recreation program, such as commercial and other uses. Opportunity: Opportunities exist to include development in a parks and recreation program in non- traditional ways. For example, partnerships with private entities to build facilities where the Town guarantees a portion of the rev- enues, or participates as a partner have re- suited in some unique types of projects. The Town could also more actively take a role in the design and development of community facilities, such as clubhouses and pools to ensure they meet the recreation demand of the development. Finally, private recreation facilities could also be encouraged to pro- vide meeting rooms ar other amenities that, though agreements with the HOA or the de- velopment, could house programs offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. Partnering With Other Recreation Providers Challenge: Often public recreation providers, such as the Town of Marana, are in demand because they subsidize recreation offerings available in the private sector and are able to offer these services at fees that are lower than the private sector. However, the future for parks and recreation departments is increasingly pay-as-you-go. Ta ensure that the Town continues to offer a wide range of services, it should consider partnering with other rec- reationproviders to offer programs. Opportunity: Partnerships can take many forms. For ex- ample, the Town could advertise a private provider's program in its recreation offerings and host a registration site in return for a reduced fee for those who register through the Parks and Recreation Department site. Another opportunity is for the Parks and Rec- reation Department to use it's program guide as a clearing house far private and public programs. A wide range of private recreation, sports and fitness providers have located or could enter the Marana market in the future. These could include private health clubs, dance and martial studios, youth sports training facili- ties, arts studios and even day care provid- ers. These providers should be counted on to provide more specialized activities that are not easy for the public sector to conduct. Non-profit providers are also important rec- Marana Parks, Recreotion, Trails and Open Space Muster Plan 119 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan reation program provider partners. For ex- ample, Home Owner Associations could, and should, be expected to provide some basic programs on a neighborhood level as well as smaller special events. Other organi- zations such as the YMCA and Boys & Girls Club should be encouraged to develop facili- tiesand provide programs in Marana. These organizations are well positioned to provide after school programming, day care services and in the case of the YMCA, (with the proper facility}, they can provide fitness, sports and aquatic programs. Using cultural arts groups as service providers is also wise and could be enhanced with the formation of a cultural arts council or commission. Another substantial opportunity to partner with not for profit entities includes Youth Sports Organizations that provide team sports for youth. The Town can continue to provide most if not all the facilities far these activities. These activities could be coor- dinated, prioritized (with regards to use of Town Facilities} and coach training could be promoted by a Youth Athletics Council that operates under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Department and is designated by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board or Town Council. An often overlooked partner are the faith- basedorganizations inthe area. Many have facilities and program offerings that support recreation in the community. These organi- zationsshould beseen as possible providers of some basic community based recreation services and facilities. Result; The Town is able to expand its program offer- ings through partnerships with other entities. Future Direction For The Administration ®~ Recreation Programs And services Critical factors for the future administration of recreation programs and services in the Town of Marana include: Fee Setting The recreation fee policy should be revisited with the goal of increasing the overall rate of recovery. This will likely require the move- ment of some programs and services from the lower cost recovery categories (public good programs and merit programs} to the higher categories. With greater financial self sufficiency, some recreation programming areas may be able to be maintained and oth- ers might even have the opportunity to grow. Program Administration The recreation division will need to determine the most cost-effective way to deliver recre- ation programs and services for program areas that are desired in the community. This starts with determining where the Town wants to focus its recreation efforts and bud- get (see below}. Once this has been deter- mined, the Department will need to establish the best method to deliver these programs. The obvious options are: In-House -These would be programs where Town staff is hired to conduct the programs based on predeter- minedcost recovery goals. Confract-Under this format programs would still be under direct Town con- trol but rather than being employees, services would be delivered on a con- tract basis where the instructor keeps a percentage of the fees collected (70% maximum} while the Town keeps the balance. All registrations and fees would be collected by the Town. Rental -Certain recreation programs and services would be provided in Town facilities based on the straight rental of space for a market rate. The Town might promote such activities but all registrations and fees will be collected by the renter. Referral -With this option the Town will advertise or promote the activity as taking place in the community but would have no actual involvement in the delivery of the service. It is critical that Marano not conduct only the low cost recovery programs in-house. In- house programs in all four fee categories developed by the division should be offered by the Tawn. 120 Use of Other Service Providers With a reduction in available resources, it is vital that Marana develop a greater emphasis on other service providers to bring recreation programs and services to the community. The result -more programming being con- ducted by volunteer youth sports organiza- tions, adult sports associations, non-profit groups such as the YMCA and other social service organizations, as well as the private sector -should help reduce the financial ob- ligations of the Town while still serving the needs of the public. This could also result in more formal partnerships between the Town and these other providers. Staffing Maintaining even the most basic ofi recre- ation services requires the Town to continue to have an adequate level offull-time staffing to manage and administer these programs. With a change in focus for recreation pro- gramming, the Recreation Coordinator posi- tionswill need to have their program respon- sibilities reorganized. This will also likely require some additional training for the new areas of responsibility. Areas of responsibil- ity should be determined based on the spe- cificprogram goals of the division as noted: • Health and wellness • Arts • Community • Seniors Even with a greater anticipated emphasis on contracting for programs and reliance on other providers, adequate full-time staff is still required to oversee and coordinate such efforts. Part-time staff will remain very im- portant tothe Department and will still be the majority of program leaders and instructors. There is concern that there still needs to be a full-time staff position that is responsible for coordinating the overall recreation division. It may be necessary to designate one of the program coordinators as having this respon- sibility if the recreation superintendent posi- tion is permanently eliminated. Funding It is important the Town of Marana actively pursue other sources of funding beyond tax dollars including grants, donations and part- neringwith other agencies. Marana Parks, Recreaiian, Trails and open Space Master Plan 121 Marano Parks, Recreafiion, Trails And Open Space Masfier Plan PROGRAMS: GOALS, POLICIES, AND ACTION STRATEGIES GOAL P.1: Provide A Comprehensive Offerin~Of Rec~re - n ku H£n c afiion Prog rams And Ser~rNCes To T~e C~tiz~ens 0~ Marana~ . Policy Action Strategy P.1.1 Continue to develop programs in all areas (when P.1.1.1 Collaborate with other providers to offer more programming in financially passible) from cultural arts, youth and the area of aquatics, fitness, outdoor education, special needs, adult athletics, fitness, youth programs, aquatics, non-sports youth, and performing arts. Establish future program outdoor, special needs and general programs, WItl1 priorities for each area with the goal of increasing programs 25% an emphasis on those areas where there is currently through 2020 to include partnerships and other opportunities in very little programming. the next three to five years. P.1.2 Emphasize the development of programs and ser- P,1.2.1 Identify opportunities for family-based programming to include vices that focus on the family as well as the entire partnerships and commit to introducing two to three new family community. based programs a year. P.1,2.2 Identify opportunities for programs that serve working adults and increase the number of programs for adults offered on weekends and in the evenings. P.1.3 Recognize the changing workforce and offer pro- P,1.3,1 Place greater attention on the development of non traditional grams for adults that may be working from home. sports related activities and services. P,1.3,2 Far sports activities, develop mare non-traditional offerings such as freestyle or climbing, P,1,4 Increase the opportunities for self directed (drop- P.1,4.1 Balance program use with open recreation times at Town recre- in) recreation activities. ation facilities, Increase the overall number of facilities available to facilitate this opportunity. P.1.5 Explore the feasibility of offering more active based P,1,5.1 Develop new programs in conjunction with the existing senior senior programs. center programs or as an independent activity. This effort should focus on the younger, more active, senior. P.1.6 Attempt to integrate community based social ser- P.1.6.1 Work with local social service/education agencies to develop a vice programs and education activities (provided by plan for incorporating such elements into recreation programs. others) into the overall Town program offerings. These efforts should focus an youth in particular. P.1.7 Develop programs that have shorter sessions or al- P.1.7.1 Establish programs that are either workshops or have two to low for participation on a drop-in, pay as you go three class sessions for selected programs and offer fitness and basis. aqua exercise classes on a cost per class basis. 122 Policy ,-~ Action S#r ategy P.1.8 Develop distinct priorities for program and service P.1.8,1 Develop a one and five year recreation program plan and update development. it annually. The plan should emphasize areas of focus and prior- ity. P,1.9 Balance the demand for increased recreation ro- p P.1.9.1 Provide communit centers that include ode uate s ace for rec- Y q P ~ ~ ~~ grams and services with the realities of limited reatian programs and services within all district parks. C:~ funding and the general lack of available facilities ~'~ and limitations of staff. P.1.10 Reduce the overall cancellation rate for Tawn s e- p P.1.10.1 Attem t to reduce the ro ram cancellation rate b 20% b 2014. P P g Y Y `~ ,~, cial interest programs. P.1.11 Recognize the transportation challenges associated P.1.11.1 Continue to work with school districts to provide transportation ~~? with providing recreation programs in varied loco- to after school programs. ~~-~ tions within the town. t~r.m P.1.11.2 Establish a preliminary transportation plan that uses other avail- ~~~~ ,~1°Ir~ ~ r~±-~~i~~~~rtit~,~ 9~,r~_~~~~-,~,~ ~! GOAL P 2 C di R t A d S i t P With Oth P id I Th A M . : oor na e ecrea rograms erv ce ion n -. ~~.. ..a rs-. ~..1 ,•.~ eu. ~e s rov er ers n arano rea, e m. .,m nt~nssn ....x ,~dLw 4s.*{*~avbf .» r. dv.+4,c#~==iE.v»~*Kd.LtM4a?~a'"e°s~"~a"d`3PA3$~Ch1~mY'~: Mdd~°. Ntd:~vk~.'b~.`+AnL~~i++r Policy Action Str ategy ~„ ..~ ~-~ P2.1 The Town should act as a coordinator and sched- P.2.1.1 Advertise private classes, leagues, events and other recreation j uler of community-wide recreation services and opportunities in concert with Town sponsored programs. programs and as a clearing house for information TM distribution to the community. ~:; P.2.2 Determine if a program or service should be level- P.2.2.1 Determine what programs could be parent-run, offered by youth oped and offered by the Town of Marano ar other sports organizations, non-profit organizations (YMCA's, HOA's, recreation service providers in the market place. etc.), or the for-profit sector and reach out these entities to part- ner with them. ~~~' P.2.3 Engage community organizations in recreation pro- P.2.3.1 Develop a Town Youth Athletics Council that will meet monthly gramming. under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Department. ~ ~, P.2.3.2 Create a Parks And Recreation Advisory Board Program Subcom- mittee. The specific roles of the Program Subcommittee should be to coordinate recreation programs and activities, prioritize ~.~ athletic facility usage, and coaches' training. ~ fTl Marano Park s, Rerreatian, Trails dnd Open Spuce Masser Plan 123 Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan P.2.4 Fully embrace the "community school" concept as a viable method for the delivery of recreation services on a neighborhood level. P.2.5 Engage citizens and community organizations in developing cultural arts programing. P,2.6 Partner with neighboring governmental agencies (such as the Tawn of C?ro Valley and Pinal and Pima Counties) to develop specific specialized recreation services. Policy P.3.1 Clearly document the shortage ofi specific indoor and outdoor program spaces and their affect on the provision of recreation programs by the recreation division. P.2.4.1 Work to faster a stronger working relationship with the Marano School District to jointly develop school and community based recreation programs and services. P.2.4.2 Endorse the concept of providing basic recreation services on a neighborhood level (primarily througl7 school sites) while sup- porting the development of more broad based and specialized services on a community wide level, Determine what programs and services should be classified as neighborhood based and which should be provided an a community wide basis. P.3.5.1 Consider the re-establishment of a Tawn Cultural Arts Commis- sion to coordinate cultural program and service offerings in the community. The Cultural Arts Commission will assist with the co- ordination of programs and activities on a community wide level. P.2.6.1 Identify key program areas such as "special needs" to develop joint programs. P.2,6.2 Investigate opportunities to partner with the Pima County Library to offer community-wide programs. Action Strategy P.3.1.1 Identify new recreation facilities and improvements or additions to existing recreation amenities that are essential to furthering the development of programs and services. P.3.1.2 Identify those programs and services that are either not passible or cannot be adequately provided based on lack of proper facili- ties. P.3.2 Partner and coordinate with other recreation pro- P.3.2.1 Partner to develop outdoor facilities including sports fields and eiders to meet the need for additional outdoor and aquatic facilities. Partner to develop indoor facilities including indoor recreation facilities gyms, youth program areas, fitness amenities, teen facilities, per- formingand visual arts amenities. 124 Poliey Action Str ategy P.3.3 Recognize that the Town does not have to own and P.3.3.1 Expand the use of other facilities (schools, non-profit and for operate all the recreation facilities that it utilizes for profit recreation facilities) for Town sponsored activities. recreation programs and services, P.3.4 Encourage other providers (primarily the non-profit P.3.4.1 Provide residents of the Town with additional recreation facilities and for-profit sector) to develop recreation facilities beyond what the town can provide on its own. in the community, P.3.4.2 In areas where HOAs predominate, work with them to offer new services and programs to their residents. P.4.5 Establish a plan for future Town-wide focused facili- P.4.5.1 Implement the park standards in this plan, which include commu- t°~ ties that identifies and develops sites that are cen- pity centers in a!I district and regional parks and, when possible '~ tral to the overall community. and practical, in community parks. ,4~~ » P.4.5.2 Identify program specialties around which each district park com- t munity center will be structured. ~'' ~ P.4.6 Provide adequate funding for equipment replace- P.4.6.1 Develop a formula for determining the funding level necessary ment at all existing and new facilities. for replacement of most common equipment at the end of their useful life. '`~ P.4.7 Continue to work with the Marana School District to P.4.7.1 Develop an agreement with the school district to size and expand further increase utilization of existing school facili- any new school buildings for general community use. fi~ ties for recreation purposes. Also work to develop ~~ any new school buildings to also serve community -~~ ~.a„ recreation needs. P.4.8 Provide clear priorities of use for each Town facility P.4.8.1 Develop a simple, easy to use, system for establishing priorities of (and each amenity) for both internal departmental use far Town recreation facilities. ~ use as well as other community providers and gen- ~ eral commLrnity use. GOAL P.4: Establish An Overall Operational Philosophy For The Recreation Division That Will Ensure That The Town's Resaurces Are Being Effectively Managed. ~ Policy Action Strategy P.4.1 Develop a comprehensive marketing plan for the ' P.5.1.1 Build a simple and easy to read document that identifies spe- ~ Town s programs and facilities, cific target markets for programs and services as well as expected marketing tools to be used for implementation, t Marnaa Parks, Re~reaiioa, Traits And Open Space Masser Plan 125 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan ~7 O r F Pony ~ . . t Action Strategy ~. P.4.2 Develop a cost recovery model for programs and P.4.2.1 Tier of programs with specific cost recovery goals for each tier services that ensures community access while based on the program focus and level of service rendered. meeting revenue requirements to offset costs of p.4.2.2 Complete an annual pricing review of all programs and services conducting the programs. P.5.3 Encourage the development of far reaching part- nershipswith other providers in the area to expand facilities and programs. P.5.4 Continue to promote the use of on-line registration for all programs and services P.5.5 Fully utilize the Class and ActiveNet software far all program and service registrations, facility rentals, scheduling and point of sale transactions. P.5.6 Explore the feasibility of developing aTown-wide volunteer program to help augment paid staff. to ensure that they are comparable with other communities in the area. The pricing review should focus on programs and services from a variety of program areas and should include communities and jurisdictions that are in close proximity to Marana. P.4.2.3 Complete an annual evaluation and assessment of each program area to determine its general effectiveness in meeting community needs within the financial guidelines that have been established for the division. Eliminate or reduce program offerings that are not essential to the core mission of the Department, consistently indemand, Orwell-attended. P.5.3.1 Partnerships should be established with a variety of organizations including other gavernmentaljurisdictions, not-for-profit organi- zations,and the development community. P.5.4.1 Strive to increase the percentage of program registrations that are handled on-line to over 35% in the next three years. P.5.5.1 Purchase any additional software "modules" necessary to fully utilize the Class software system to its full capabilities. P.5.5.2 Using the enhanced computer software system, develop a more comprehensive tracking of program registrations, facility usage, and budget impacts for recreation programs and services. P.5.5.3 Establish basic reporting methods and procedures as well as re- port frequency to ensure the effectiveness and timeliness of pro- gram registration information. P.5,6.1 Determine where it would be mast beneficial and practical to use volunteers. Consider the required training and supervision, and the budget impact. 126 Policy Action Strategy ~. P,5.7 Explore possible alternative funding options for fa- P.5.7.1 Explore possible alternative funding options that emphasize part- cility development to support additional programs nerships for facility development to support additional programs and services. and services. P.5.8 Conduct a formal survey of community residents on an every other year basis to determine overall sat- isfactionwith recreation programs and determine a focus for future programming emphasis and direc- tion. P.5.7.2 Work with local businesses to solicit sponsorships and financial support of Town recreation programs and services. P.5.8.1 Contract with a professional survey company ordevelop aninter- netsurvey option, P.5.8.2 Conduct a program "lifecycle analysis" to determine which exist- ing programs should be continued, expanded or dropped P.5.9 Properly assign and trail staff with regards to Parks P.5.9.1 and Recreation Department program needs. P.5.10 Plan for future program funding needs. P.5,10.1 P.5.10.2 P.5.10.3 P,5.10.3 Reorganize the current responsibilities ofthe existing Plan to add two program supervisors in the next three to five years to bet- tercoordinate and manage the anticipated growth in recreation programs and services offered in the community. Develop a staff organizational plan for the Recreation Division that identifies the roles and responsibilities of the two, proposed and the existing, program supervisors. Establish five year budget forecasts for program development and facility operation, and update these projections annually. Develop long range budget forecasts to identify required funding levels for new programs and services as well as for any new facil- ityoperations. Establish an annual funding level for recreation planning services. For planning purposes, develop and update a listing of priority projects that require specific levels of funding. Ul Q ?~ C) -.~ ~-I G~ fT1 to Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Muster Plan 127 i, ~ ~mrr ~ ;~~ ,~~~ `_" `, I ~~ ! ~I~t ~}'1 i ~ a. k ~ ~~ j.'ir ° '_ k elf ` ~ 4 t z a~ ;~ d # x ~ " ryka ~ ~ ~ 'jai v . a~~'` t , ~ i, a ~ <, n^c '~k~ A~ 4r~4r,v'~~~ .. s~~r ~ .~ rp ~. ~' ~, ., k. s ~, , Special Events Introduction Manna residents strongly support Parks and Rec- reation special events that celebrate the history and culture of Marano, national and local holidays, and provide opportunities for programs and activi- ties that are outside the usual range of regularly scheduled offerings. A 2003 study by the On- tario Trillium Foundation found that "festivals and events have impacts that go well beyond what can be measured in economic terms. They contribute to the quality of life...by strengthening communi- ties, providing unique activities and events, build- ing awareness of diverse cultures and identities, and acting as a source of community pride." De- pending an their draw, Festivals and events bring substantial economic and quality of life benefits with them. The Trillium study found that the rec- reation, accommodation and restaurant sectors of the economy, in particular, are the biggest benefi- ciaries of event non-resident spending. Qverview of current special Events The Town offers a wide variety of special events including community information fairs, concerts, monthly guided hikes and movie-in-the park and festivals. Unique events include a community camp out (Family Night Under The Stars), the Ad- venture Race, and events focused on local chari- table causes. Local private recreation providers also sponsor special events. The Breakers Water Park has sponsored a boating regatta. The Ritz Carlton hosts the Accenture Match Play Golf Event which receives worldwide media attention. Junior Ro- deo and other rodeo events, attract visitors from the region and depending on the event, the nation. Attendance at special events varies widely. Festi- val events such as Founders' Day or July 4th cel- ebrations attract upwards of 2,000 persons. The golf tournament, drew upwards of 65,000 persons to the region in 2009. Rodeo can attract over 1,000 visitors to the Tawn. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan 129 Manna's annual Heritage Festival is held in Ora Mae Harn Park. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Events also provide a revenue source for the Town. Founders Day, the Marana Heritage Festival and July 4th include booths for lo- cal vendors. but of Town visitors purchase food, lodging and gas. In fact, the Trillium re- portfound that the larger the event, the mare out-of-town visitors (and expenditures. In the future, the Town will need to determine its role in conducting special events. Much like on-going recreation programming there are several options for how special events can be provided in Marana. In-House -These would be events where town staff is responsible for conducting the activity. These should be special events that have a strong community focus and support the three quality of life directives. The number of these events should be limited to four or less. • Cosponsor- With this scenario, some special events would be directed by the Town but they would be devel- oped by an active cosponsor who would be expected to provide finan- cial and organizational assistance. • Rental -Certain events would be pro- vided by organizations paying a rental fee to utilize town facilities. The Town could promote such events but they would not be involved in their actual presentation or organization. Referral -With this option the Town would advertise or promote an event that is taking place in the community but would have na other involvement. Regardless of the options selected by the Town, a role deserving serious consideration is that of major special event master sched- uler and coordinator. This will ensure that special events are correctly spaced and do not compete against each other. Challenges, t~ppor~unities, And ~esul~s Ilse cif Time And Resources Challenge: A significant number of special events are conducted throughout the year that gener- ally draw large numbers of people. While special events are a strength of the Depart- ment, the time and resources necessary to put on these events is extensive and may negatively impact other parks and recreation programs and services and may strain other Town departments (such as Public Works, Police, Fire). Opportunity: Special events can help to establish and build community and become a unifying ac- tivity for a diverse geographical, social, and economic population. This opportunity pro- vides justification for partnerships and cost sharing with other departments and entities to support and execute events. Special events can have a strong positive economic impact on the community. To un- derstand the benefits of these events, and to help determine those that are most beneficial to the community, the value and benefits of existing special events should be critically analyzed and any new special events should be fully vetted before being added, and the Parks and Recreation Department should conduct an economic impact assessment once a special event is completed. Result: A clear understanding of the fiscal and com- munity benefits of special events, that will provide a basis for it's continuation, modifica- tion or elimination. Timing And C~mpetitiun With ether Activities Challenge: The region has a fairly clearly defined period when outdoor and large scale events can oc- cur. Although certain events, such as com- munity movie nights, are generally designed to attract residents, larger events, such as the Heritage Festival, Founders' Day or the 4th of July aspire to draw visitors from the re- gion. Larger events attracting mare visitors have larger non-resident spending impacts. In some cases, preventing conflicts between Marano special events and other regional events, and, coordinating special events with larger regional and national events (such as the Tour de Tucson, the Gem and Mineral Show or the Acctenure Golf Match could en- hance attendance and revenues. 13Q Opportunity: Special events can be used to shape the image of a community and provide a focus or identity. These events can also promote Marano. Focusing on the type of events that should be within the purview of the Parks and Recreation Department, and establish- ing how the event furthers the mission of the Parks and Recreation Department, staff and resources can be more efficiently dedicated to activities that have clearly defined benefits and purpose. In the case of the Marano Parks and Recre- ation Department, the Town's recently com- pleted Strategic Plan provides guidance with regards to the types of Special Events that further the Town's vision. For example, spe- cialevents should be planned with a focus in one of the following areas that are specific to recreation and community enrichment func- tions: • Sports; • Wellness/Fitness; • Cultural arts; • HistoricahHeritage; • Holiday celebrations; • Community wide celebration; • Environmental; • Ethnic, The Parks and Recreation Department will need to determine if it wants to offer a series of events that emphasize one of the areas noted above or offer a variety of activities that cover most if not all of the areas noted. Result: Special Events that support the Town's Stra- tegic Plan, and are relevant to the Parks and Recreation Department mission. Qetermining The Audience Challenge: Marano is a largely residential community. The western portion of the Town is largely families, the north east has a larger retire- ment population. In programming events, and determining the potential draw, under- standingthe planned audience is key to suc- cess. Additionally, if events are planned to attract a larger audience, it is important to verify that the audience is (or is anticipated to be) available for the event. Opportunity: By making a determination regarding the planned audience for the event, resources, advertising far vendors and timing can be mare clearly focused. This efficiency will help to advertise the event, as well as ensure that the focus of the event is appreciated by its audience. In Marano, events should be focused on one or mare of the following groups: • Families; • Youth; • Seniors; • Adults; • Marano residents; • Regional appeal; • Visitors/tourists. The audience may vary depending on the event and many events could be structured to appeal that covers most, if not all, of these potential groups. If the audience is understood, other Parks and Recreation Department programs and Town facilities and business opportunities could be promoted at the special event. Result: Clear outreach focus for vendors and poten- tialcustomers. Adequate Planning Challenge: Marano manages and executes all public special events. While some of the key issues identified below are also listed here as sepa- rate challenges, adequate planning requires that the following key issues be addressed: • Determination of the area of focus of the event; • Determination of the appropriate au- dience • Parameters of the event determined (date, location, numbers of attend- ees, etc.); • Budget requirements clearly identi- fied; • Possible revenue sources deter- mined; • Possible partnerships/sponsorships established; • Marketing plan developed; • Event evaluation process deter- mined; Marano Parks, Re~realion, Trails dnd Open Spaco Master Plan 131 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Economic impact is determined. Opportunity: Because events require coordination be- tween departments, a "strike team" of key departments could be assembled that is ger- mane to each event. The team could also meet after each event to debrief about the successes and challenges in order to im- pravethe execution of future events. Result: A system for executing and managing events, that builds on the mistakes and gaol actions of the past will be established. This will re- duce the time necessary to plan, and cost associated with executing a special event. ~ae~li~ies Challenge: Many special events require basic infrastruc- ture ar specialized facilities to conduct the event. This could be as simple as having large open areas with adequate water, power and support amenities (rest rooms, parking, etc.) or very specialized spaces such as am- phitheaters to conduct events. Opportunity: Creating partnerships between the Town and other organizations could help to maxi- mize the use of existing facilities. In these instances, the Town may not have to be the actual developer and event manager but sim- ply pravidethe apportunityfor special events conducted by other groups or organizations. This could simply entail the Town providing an event venue and/or promoting and mar- ketingthe activity. The Town could also reverse the partner- ships/sponsorship arrangement by conduct- ing events at private facilities. By working with a private provider, there might also be opportunities for the Town to lower its addi- tional event funding and lower the financial obligation of the Town itself. Result: Reduction in staff time and costs associated with providing special events. 132 POLICIES AND ACTION STRATEGIES GOAL SE.1: Provide Facilities Such As High-Quality Park, Trails, Trailheads Other Recreatian Facilities That Gan Be Used Far Com- (n petitive Events Drawing Participants From Around The Country. ~ rn Policy Action Strategy (~ SE.1 Build facilities that are appropriate, sustainable, SE.1.1 Identify potential competitive events that can best be accommo- ~ cost-effective to maintain, and accommodate com- dated within natural resource areas and incrementally design and petitive events. construct these facilities. SE.1.2 Evaluate and identify the potential of each component natural re- ~ source area to support facilities that can be utilized for commu- ~ pity events. GOAL SE.2: When Activities Such As Mounfiain Biking And Birding Ar e Not Possible In Many Regions Of The Country, Take Ad- ~ vantage Of Southern Arizona's Weather And Actively Promote Travel Ta Marano And Use Of Its Open Space Areas For ~ These And Other Activities. ~ Policy Action Strat egy SE.2 Support the establishir~ent artd expansion of busi- SE.2.1 Use the Town's business recruitment program(s), and support ~ ~ nesses related to natural resource based recreation private non-profit business recruitment organizations, to attract and will complement the Town's on-going efforts businesses related to natural resource based recreation. (~ to attr~~c~t tourists to the community. ~ GOAL SE.3: Provide Opportunities Far Businesses Such As Equestrian Centers And Bicycle Shops To Locate Proximate Ta Areas ~ Where There Customers Recreate. Policy Action Strategy ~ ~ SE.3.1 Enhance the Town's reputation as a place that wel- SE,4.1.1 Work with local economic development entities to promote Ma- D comes recreation-based businesses, rana as a place that welcomes and supports recreation businesses. SE..2 Ex or i rna iv f i r - 3 pl e posy ble alte t e unding opt ons fo fa SE,4,2.1 - Analyze funding options tncludmg partnerships with other pro cility development to support additional programs eiders, sponsorships and/or fund-raising, grants, and developer 0 and services. participation. z SE.3.3 Encourage the development of far reaching part- SE,4.3.1 Establish partnerships with a variety of organizations including ~ nerships with other providers in the area to expand other governmental jurisdictions and even developers. facilities and programs, ~ rn rn Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails bnrl Open Space Master Plan 133 .r,.#R ~~, ~~ f: '¢ } ~.i `.yam I 1 %RMt. Y r'a Y a ~-!,! d '~~, S .I~ r,.Y .Po ~ Y_ I P ~y7 /~ Rk re-: Y kW: + ~ Mkt ~~ ~l`"XA F R ~ M ~. j ~ ~ 0 1 r ~ .. e e~ ~. - .. e. :. .~ si ~ _.. ~ a. ~ ~:.. .....v P ,". .. .a .. w:. .w.w. . .. ~ . e _ " .. Sustainable-assets refer to aperatians, maintenance and financing that sustains the ecological and human assets of the Green Infrastructure, keeping them con- nected_to one anotl~~r, th~'c~mmunity,and the envir~nm~nt. Sustainable assets are necessary to create a healthy and continuing balance between needs of .; ,, , , ,~ ~' people and the environment Facilities Maintenance and Operations Introduction Facilities maintenance is the heart of a sustainable green infrastructure. Sustainable maintenance practices result in lower operational costs and less environmental impacts. Well-maintained facilities also invite the community to make use of parks, park facilities, and recreation programs -resulting in community support for facilities and programs that support residents' quality of life. Qverview of Current Practice The Town of Marana maintains eight public parks totaling approximately 130 acres, one swimming pool and one senior center. Neighborhood parks within the Town are privately maintained. As of 2010, direct casts associated with Department op- erations and parks operations and maintenance were 12% of the Parks and Recreation Depart- mentBudget. The Town maintains its parks in accordance with National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPAj Standards. The NRPA standards bench- marksix levels of maintenance against which cur- rentand past practices are measured. The unique nature and needs of each park and areas within some parks are also considered in the bench- marks. These standards are: Level 1 is reserved for special, high-visibility areas that require the highest level of main- tenance. Examples of these types of parks are Crossroads at Silverbell and Ora Mae Harn Parks. Level 2 is the normal standard the aver- age park user expects to see on a regular, recurring basis. It is the desired standard. Examples include Continental Ranch, Glad- den Farms, Wade McLean, San Lucas, Continental Reserve and EI Rio parks, This maintenance level is also used for trails. Levels 3 and 4 are just below the norm and result from staffing or funding limitations. The level of maintenance are just below Level 2 resulting from staffing or funding limitations. Examples include any area with- in an existing park that has been allowed to return to a natural state through a "no-mow" policy. No Marana Parks fall into the Level 3 or 4 category. Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan 135 Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Level 5 is one above allowing the land to return to its natural, undeveloped state. Examples would include Torta- lita Mountain Park, where only trails and trailheads are maintained, Level 6 is land allowed to revert to a natural state ar undeveloped open space already in its natural condition. This could include the Tortolita Moun- tain park exclusive of the developed trails. Marano currently provides scheduled main- tenance for all its parks. This includes turf and landscape area maintenance. Other maintenance is performed on an as needed basis. Challenges, Qpportunities, And Results Deferred Maintenance Challenge: Deferred maintenance affects the quality of facilities and can pose some legal and fiscal liabilities for the Town. Opportunity: Developing a maintenance plan for each park and special facility can help the Town to plan for and project maintenance needs. Result: "Banking" the cost of maintenance ensures the work is incorporated into Green Infra- structureprograms, preventing expensive re- placement when failure to maintain results in facility deterioration that cannot be prevented by regular maintenance. Obsolete Facilities Challenge: Most of Manna's parks are new. Over the next decade, these facilities will require a higher level of maintenance and upkeep to prevent deterioration. Many parks include equipment that, over time, may be less ef- ficient to maintain and more difficult to repair requiring a greater maintenance effort than parks with more updated equipment. Opportunity: Establishing amortization and life schedules for all equipment in the park system enables the Town to project when equipment will be replaced or begin requiring more main- tenance funding. This paces equipment replacement allowing for more efficient allo- catianfor limited funding available for opera- tiansand maintenance. This approach helps avoid situations when it is necessary to fund wholesale equipment replacement. f=uture bond funds provide some opportunity for these types of improvements, but is a fund- ingsource upon which the park system can- not rely. Creating a long term sinking fund for large maintenance and capital expenses helps ensure funds for replacement are available when equipment reaches the end of its ef- fective life. Incremental or phased upgrades can be incorporated into along-rage capital improvements/replacement plan. Results: A long-range capital improvement plan with equipment life amortization creates a sav- ings account where there are funds available to replace equipment when it comes time to do so. Maintenance Facilities Are Not 11Vell Lacate~. Challenge: The Town has maintenance facilities located at Ora Mae Harn Park and Crossroads at Sil- verbell Park. The current sites are not can- venientlylocated toserve the full green infra- structure as will exist as the Town grows. Opportunity: Maintenance is key to longevity and function of the Town's Green Infrastructure. Poorly maintained, a park is less desirable,less used, and loses its value to the Town. In or- der to efficiently maintain the Town's Green Infrastructure, the costs of building and equipping satellite maintenance facilities should be included in the Town's develop- ment fee structure. Depending on where parks maintenance facilities are needed, the Town could investigate options of shared fa- cilitieswith Schools or other public facilities. Result: Early planning for future maintenance facili- ties ensures the Town is able to efficiently and effectively manage long-term mainte- nance and upkeep costs. 136 Challenge: As the Town continues to grow and mainte- nance responsibilities are allocated among a larger staff, maintaining standards and moni- toring maintenance practices becomes more challenging. Opportunity: Development of qualitative and quantitative maintenance standards to attain desired ~"" ~ NRPA maintenance levels will ensure that ~ + residents enjoy parks that are maintained ~ to an appropriate, quality standard. Quali- ~ tative maintenance addresses the health of Q7 the landscape, operational efficiencies of systems such as irrigation, lights and com- ~, munications and recreation equipment such ~.,, as swings, playgrounds and courts, Quan- titative standards include the frequency and ~I quantity of maintenance activities and mate- ~ rials. Results: Developing measurable and documented ~ maintenance practices will ensure a standard level of care for parks, trails and facilities. (J"1 Marano Parks, Retreution, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 137 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan FACILITIES MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS GOALS, POLICIES, AND ACTION STRATEGIES GOAL OM.1: Provide Regular Maintenance. Policy Action Strategy OM.1.1:Mairrtain distnc~t and regional facili~t~ies at National OM.11.1 Maintain future district, ara Mae Harn and Crossroads at Silver- Parksand Recreation Association Level 1 standards bell Park in accordance with NRPA Level 1 Standards. and maintain community parks and trails at NRPA pM,1.1.2 Maintain community and neighborhood parks in accordance with Level 2 Standards. NRPA Level 2 Standards, 4M.1.1.3 Require Homeowners Associations to maintain neighborhood and community parks at NRPA Level 2 Standards. Periodically inspect the parks to ensure the maintenance standard is met. QM.1.1.4 Maintain trails within natural open space areas within the Town at NRPA Level 2 Standards, Far trails that experience a high level of use, consider maintenance at NRPA Level 1 Standards, OM.1.1.5 Maintain Tortolita Mountain Park and natural open space areas within the Town at NRPA Level 6 Standards. OM.1,2 Identify the maintenance responsibility for all exist- OM1.2,1 Coordinate with other Departments to share the maintenance ing and planned facilities, burden when possible and practical. OM.1.2,2 Enforce park, path and trail maintenance when it is the responsi- bility ofprivate owners such as an HDA. OM.1.2.3 Work with Town Council to develop ordinances that allow the Town to step in and maintain poorly maintained private parks, with the ability to bill the HOA for maintenance costs. OM.1.3 Identify a preliminary budget for the maintenance OM.1.3.1 As a part of the design of all publicly maintained parks, require a of all facilities. maintenance plan and budget to be provided as part of the initial park design. ~M.1.4 Develop a process for monitoring and inspecting all OM,1.4.1 Inspect each park facility at least once each month to ensure facilities of the system. proper maintenance. OM.1,4,2 Encourage Citizens to assist in identifying maintenance challeng- es by posting a "park hotline" phone number in parks and on the City's website. 138 Policy : Action Strategy , OM.1.4.3 Suscribe to seeclickfix.com or other software that enables citi- zens to identify and/or photograph problems and inform the Town about them. OM.1.5 Use Best Practices to ensure high quality mainte- OM.1.5.1 Prepare maintenance plans for all district, regional and commu- ~7 Hance of Town-Owned Parks. nity Parks. Revise the plans at least annually. ~ OM,1.5.1 Prepare Town qualitative and quantitative maintenance standards and standard operating procedures for NRPA Levels 1 through 6 Standards. ~ OM.1,5.2 Obtain staff member certification through the National Parks and V7 Recreation Association Maintenance Management School. (,1 OM.1,6 Require privately owned parks to adhere to mini- OM.1.6,1 Require Homeowner Associations to prepare annual mainte- ~ mum maintenance standards that equal those of Hance plans for all parks and submit them to the Town for review ~ the Town and be constructed to Town of Marana and approval. Require that the plans be revised annually. ~' standards. ~ OM.1.6.2 Require, as a part of zoning approval, maintenance contracts be- ~ r tween the Town and Homeowner Associations for all privately owned and maintained parks, rn OM.1.7 Only accept dedications of parks that are cost effec- OM.1.7.1 As a component of the design and development of community to tive and efficient to maintain and built to Town of and district parks that are to be dedicated to the Town, require a y Marana standards. maintenance plan and estimate of annual maintenance costs to be prepared, GOAL QM.2: Create Partnerships To Expand Operations And Maintenance Capabilities, ~ .~~~ M~. Policy ,~ .~ v ,w .~ . ,~.~~. ~.. ~.,~, ,~., ~, ...v,~ , . ~~_.~..~~~~,a~.~., ~~, Action Strategy ~ OM.2.1 Reduce maintenance costs through public/private OM.2.1.1 Work with private concessionaires to construct and operate partnerships. unique recreation facilities such as equestrian arenas, amphithe- Vi aters, stages, or batting cages. OM.2.1.2 Work with schools, when practical and possible, to construct and operate shared maintenance facilities. ~ f~ OM.2.1.3 Work with schools, when practical and possible, to construct and H operate shared maintenance facilities. ~ Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan 139 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan ., ~ ., , ., funding opportunities. dinating these improvements with the Capital Improvement Pro- grams of Tawn Departments that develop projects which could affect a parks and recreation facility. OM.3.1.Z Identify future capital and maintenance upgrades and work with the Town Finance Department to develop a sinking fund to pay for upgrades and renovations. Consider using a portion of Park Development Impact Fees (DIF), Park and Recreation General Funds and other sources for the sinking fund. 140 TH1 PAGE INTNTIt~NAI~LY ~~ANK 0 rn a z O D r O r H H rn z D D M O z ~~a D rn G~ H rn Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails dnd Open Space Master Plan 141 +"S ~.. F ,~ ~' ~,w~ ~' vi'a Finance and Implementation Introduction This Master Plan is the road map to understand- ingand planning for parks and recreation facilities and programs as Green Infrastructure that sustain the Town's quality of life. This Plan identifies new parks, trails, and facilities, maintenance, and op- erations standards that will be necessary to serve the Town in the future. This chapter discusses the funding that will be necessary to support plan rec- ommendations. Uverview of Past And current 1=unding Prior to 2005, the Town of Marano used several sources for the funding of parks and recreation fa- cilitiesincluding reserves, grants, regional or coun- tyfunds and the Town's general fund. In addition, developers -particularly in master planned com- munities - provided a certain level of recreational facilities as an amenity and marketing strategy for their housing products. Privately-provided park fa- cilities were included in the Dave Mountain, Conti- nental Ranch and Gladden Farms master planned communities. However, in 2005, the Town only had five publicly-owned parks, plus some larger facilities operated by Pima County. In 2005, the Town had a ratio of 4.6 acres of park and recreation facilities for each 1,000 persons. The Town also acquired about 114 acres for fu- ture development, but funding for development of those parks was uncertain under the then-existing funding strategies. With the rapid growth expe- rienced by Marano between 2000 and 2005 and the expected growth for the foreseeable future, it was apparent the Town required additional fund- ingsources. In 2005, the Town commissioned a Development Impact Fee (DIF} Study to address the capital re- quirements of the parks and recreation system. The recreation standard suggested for the Town in the Study was a ratio of six acres of active rec- reational parks for every 1,000 persons. Active recreational parks were defined as those that contained facilities for team and individual sports {basketball, football, tennis, etc.}, Passive recre- atianalareas were not considered in this category and, developers providing those facilities may not always receive DIF credits for open space. The suggested criterion for determining impact fee credits for park donations or improvements is based on the dedication of substantial parkland or improvements. Community parks were required Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails and Open Space Master Plan 143 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan to be greater than ten acres in size and in- cluded parking lots, recreational amenities and restrooms. Dedications of unimproved land were suggested to be larger than 40 acres, excluding areas within floodplains. Credits and impact fees were calculated based on a total cost of $225,000 per acre of improved parkland consisting of $30,000 in land cost, $150,000 in construction cost and $45,000 in design and construction adminis- tration. The recommended base impact fee was calculated at $3,645 per dwelling unit minus $761 per unit to account far the then- currentdeficiency inpark resources resulting in a $2,844 per unit impact fee. At the time of Plan adoption, the Park DIF stands at $3,396 per residential unit. The DIF has been increased each year from 2005 based on the Engineering News Record 20 City Construction Cost Index known as the ENR CCI. The DIF has become the primary method of funding capital improvements for the Parks and Recreation Department. How- ever, the Town's Five Year Capital Improve- ment Program indicates that several other sources are also used in conjunction with the DIF. These sources include: • Tawn Bond Funds were used for the construction of the Crossroads at Sil- verbelldistrict park. • Pima County Bond Funds are sched- uled for use in the Torkolita Mountain Trails project and the Marana Heri- tageand Cultural Park. • Town General Funds are also sched- uled for use in the Marana Heritage and Cultural Park. • Contributions for park improvements from residents, businesses and other entities comprise a small, but impor- tant part of the parks capital improve- mentprogram, Park Development Impact Fees represent the largest source of funding for the Parks and Recreation CIP, accounting for nearly 50% of expected spending. The Series 08 Bonds and Transportation Fund are the next largest contributors. The funding for parks from sources other than the Park DIF can be viewed as contributions toward eliminat- ing the deficiency in park facilities for exist- ing residents noted in the DIF Study in 2005. Since parks and recreation facilities were underfunded in the early growth of the Town (based on standards outlined in the DIF Study), funds other than impact fees should be used for the demand created by the exist- ing population. jest to competition from other communities in the Tucson area. The Town's ability to issue general obligation bonds in the future will likely face a short term future decline due to slowing growth and declining or flat Town revenues. For the next four to five years, Town resources for park and recreation fa- cilities may be limited. Most of the Parks and Recreation CIP has already been funded ar will be funded in FY 201 D. For instance, of the $27 million in improvements, 43% was spent prior to 2010 and 38% is planned far expenditure in FY 2010. Only 19% of CIP funding, or less than $5.2 million, is planned for 2011 through 2014 (and is likely dependent on future rev- enue), (Table F.1: Sources Of Funding: Ma- rana Parks Five Year Capital Improvement Plan FY 2010-2014.) • The Town's Transportation Fund which is funded by 50% of the Town's construction sales tax revenue and which is dedicated for transportation C.~ improvements. Transportation Funds are budgeted for design and canstruc- '~ tion of the Santa Cruz River Shared Use Path, amulti-use transportation ~` project. The Pima County Band Funds are used for county-wide park and open space purpos- es. The availability of these funds far future Town projects is uncertain, and will be sub- 144 Table F.1: Sources Of Funding: Marana Parks Five Year Capital Improvement Plan FY 2010-2014 Amount % of Total Transportation Fund $3,823,212 0 lei°<<; Park Impact Fees $12,988,858 0.48% Marana Match $565,212 0.21% Series 2008 Bond Funds $4,500,000 0.17% Pima County Band Funds $2,435,094 0.89% General Fund $2,200,000 0.81% Contributions $715,000 0.26% Total $27,227,376 100% Source. Elliott Pollack And Associates Demand Forecast A demand forecast far parkland within the Town of Marano was provided in the chap- terentitled The Parks System. The forecast was developed based on recommended lev- el of service standards for the parks system and estimated that, based an the baseline population forecast, 586 acres of land would be required based on conservative and ag- gressive population forecast scenarios for the Town. This estimate assumes the Pima County owned Arthur Pack Regional Park will continue to serve Town needs. Unde- veloped parkland currently owned by the Town reduces the total of parkland that will be needed to meet future demand 158 acres. In addition, between 33 and 54 miles of trails would also be demanded. The section will further estimate the future demand for park land and recreational facilities along with cost estimates. These estimates will be based on the baseline growth scenario prepared for the study which represents the most prob- ableoutcome. The Baseline forecast is shown on Table F.2. Marano Baseline Growth Forecast. Accord- ing to this forecast, Marana is expected to grow to a population of 57,626 persons by 2020. This represents an increase of 23,882 persons between 2008 and 2020. Table F.2: Marana Baseline Population Forecast Population 2Q08 2Q1Q 2Q15 202Q Forecast 33,744 36,636 48,044 57,626 Population (Baseline Sce- nario) Change In 2,892 11,408 9,582 Population Cumulative 2,892 14,300 23,882 Change In Population The total park land demand forecast is shown on Table F.3: Total Baseline Park Acres De- manded Through 2020. This table shows the total amount of park land demanded by residents, not including existing developed parks undeveloped parkland. Table F.4: Parkland Un-met Demand Forecast shows the total un-met demand for developed park land in the Town will approach 586 acres by 2020. This table estimates demand after developed parks are considered. A substan- tial amount of the total un-met demand for parkland is due to the un-met need fora re- gional park within the Town. Assuming the construction of the BOR Regional Park pro- ceeds, and the Sanders Grove and Cascada H ~" fTl ~7 IT1 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Spare Master Plan 145 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan ~"' i~ CL '"~, W Table F.3: Total Baseline Park Acres Demanded Through 2424 (Baseline Population Scenario) Factor Cumulative Park Demand (Acres) ParkType Acres/1,000 Per- sons 2008 2010 2015 2020 Neighborhood E.99 67.15 72.91, 95.53 114.09 Community 2.73 92.12 100.02 131.05 157.37. District 2.64 83.60 90.76 118.93 142.91 Regional 8.68 292.56 317,63 416.19 499.61 Total Acreage Demand 22.99 535,43 581.32 761.7 914.38 Trails (miles per 1,000 pop.) 1.78 60 65.14 85.46 102.46 Table F.4; Parkland Un-met Demand Forecast (Baseline Population Scenario) Factor Cumulative Park Demand (Acres) Acres/ 1,000 Park Type Persons 2008 2010 2015 2020 Neighborhood* 1.99 4,35 10,11 32.73 51,88 Community** 2.73 45.62 53.52 84.55 110.82 District*** 2.48 0.00 7.16 35.33 59.17 Regional**** 8.68 156.56 181,63 280.19 363.62 Total Acreage Demand 15.87 206,75 252.66 433.12 585.86 Trails (miles per 1,000 per- 1.78 1,78 5.14 25.36 42.46 sons) *Includes Continental Reserve, Gladden Farms and Wade McLean Parks as neigh- borhood parks, and private parks and recreation areas exclusive of Gladden Farms and Rancho Marana detention basins. Excludes Pima Farms Trailhead. ** Planned Sanders Grove and Cascada community parks excluded, ***Mike Ja- cobs Sportsparkexcluded. ****Arthur Pack Regional Park included. 146 cammunity and Pima Farms Trailhead parks proceed, this estimate could be reduced by approximately 564 acres - leaving a need for 158 new acres of developed neighborhood, community and district parkland. (Note the tables are shown as cumulative acres with the 2020 column indicating the total acres over the next ten years). Based on the prototypical neighborhood, community, district and regional park de- signs and facilities lists in this Plan, Tables F.5 through F.8 show the number of parks and facilities that will be demanded by 2020 under the baseline population scenario. For instance Table F.5 shows that in 2020, 51.88 acres of land will be required for neighbor- hood Parks. If each park is an average of five acres in size, 10.38 parks would be de- manded. The typical facilities provided within a neighborhood park are also indicated in the table; in this case just a tot lot, ramada, play court, and multi-purpose field. The facilities analysis contained in Tables F.5 through F.8 are used to estimate the future capital costs to develop the park system. The demand for park land and facilities in- cluding trails in the Town of Marana is sum- marized in Tables F.3 and F.4. Table F.3 shows the total cumulative Town demand for parkland through 2020 based on the stan- dards in this Plan. Table F.4 shows the un- met cumulative Town demand for parkland for the same time period. Overall. 18 parks will be demanded by 2020:10 neighborhood, six community, one district and one regional park. financial ~orecas~ The capital cost to site, acquire, design and build the parks and facilities that are project- ed to be necessary to maintain service levels as the population grows is extensive. The following forecast, shown on Tables F.10 through F.15 outline the financial require- ments of the Plan based on estimated 2010 cost factors. The dollar amounts shown on the forecast are cumulative over the 2010 to 2020 timeframe and NOT additive. Overall, the total, cumulative 2020 system cost is esti- mated to be $137,748,030.00. This equates to a cost of $5,768 per new resident between 2010 and 2020 (baseline scenarioj. Financing ~l~ernativ~s Not all ofi the capital cost of the parks sys- tem needs to fall upon the new residents of the community. The Town has used a vari- ety of methods for financing its park system in the past and can continue to do so in the future. In particular, there are resources at the local and county level that may assist in financing certain facilities or parks. In addi- tion, the regulation of subdivisions and mas- terplanned communities through the Town's zoning powers could significantly reduce the cost of the park system. For instance, if the Town's zoning ordinance required subdivi- sion developers to provide community parks in proportion to the size of their development, the land cost of the future park system could be reduced from between $.762 and $1.52 million. Capital costs and site development costs, the largest portion of the costs for the planned parks system, would also be sub- stantially reduced. Requiring trails to be con- structed as a part of all development (com- mercialand residential) could also potentially reduce future capital outlays up to $21.5 mil- lionthrough 2020, Some of the alternative #financing mecha- nisms that should be explored by the Town include the following: Partnerships with other public enti- ties and non-profit organizations in the area including the school district, Pima County, National Forest Service and the State Land Department. The latter three entities could be very im- portant for the provision of regional parks and trails. The purchase, lease, or option of land in advance of development could result in substantial savings to the Tawn. In particular, during the cur- rent real estate recession, land can be purchased, leased, or optioned at significant discounts compared to three years ago. These advanced purchases could be funded by Town bond programs and repaid through impact fees or other resources. Improve the Town's zoning and subdi- visionstandards torequire developers to provide community park facilities for new residents, relieving the Town of this burden, Community parks should be considered a standard amenity in all new housing developments and not be credited against DIF. Marana Parks, Recreation, trails and Open Spare Master Plan 147 Marana Parks, Recreafiion, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Table F.5: Estimate Of Neighborhood Parks Facilities Demand ` Year 200£3 2010 2015 3 7.020 Acres Per Park: ~ Number of Parks Needed 1 z 7 10 Facilities Facilities Per hark Total Facilities NeE~rled Multipurpose Fields l ~ 7 l.0 play Courts 1 1 2 7 10 Ramadan 1 1 2 7 10 Tat Lots 1 1 2 7 10 Q ~-- LL! Q.. H 148 Table F.6: Estimate of Community Parks Facilities Demanded Year 20®~ 2010 2015 2020 Acres Per Park; 20 Number of Parks Needed :? ~ ~l FacNities Facilities Per Park.. Total Facilities Needed Multipurpose Fields ~ 5 5 8 11 Baseball Fields 1 2 3 4 6 Sports Courts 4 9 11 17 22 Ramadan 4 9 11 17 Z2 Tot Lots 1 2 3 4 6 Restraom 1 2 3 4 6 harking Spaces 30 68 80 127 166 Table F.7: District Parks Total Facilities Demanded Year 2008 2010 2015 2020 Acres Per Park. 6 Number of Parks Needed 0 0 1 1 Facility Facilities per Park Tptal Facilities Needed Multipurpose Fields 3 0 0 2 3 Sports Courts 6 0 1 3 5 Ramadan 4 0 0 2 4 Taff Lets 1 0 0 1 1 Restroom 1 0 0 1 1 Parking 90 0 10 49 82 Oasek~ali Fields 2 0 0 1 2 Play Courts 2 0 0 1 2 Skate Park 1 0 0 1 1 Community Cen- ter (10,000 s.f.} '~ 0 0 1 1 Maintenance Facility i 0 0 1 1 -,,, t,;,, k ~, 0 0 1 1 Muraau Parks, Recreuliaa, Trails Anti Open Spuce Master Plan F-+ fT1 r°"" l~ H n H ~" Q tia f'T°I Ul 149 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan 11,.1 11..1 150 Table F.$: Regional Parks Facilities Demanded Year 200 2010 2015 2020 Acres Per Parks 350 Number of Parks Needed 0 ~ 1 1 Facilities Facilities Per Park Number of Facifities Needed Multipurpose Fields 3 1 2 2 3 Ramadan 13 6 1 10 14 ~l`ot Lots 2 1 1 2 2 Restraam 1 0 1 1 1 Parking 200 90 104 160 Z08 Baseball Fields 4 2 2 3 4 Play Courts 14 6 7 11 15 Skate Park 1 0 1 1 1 Community Cen- ter (10,000 s.f:~ 1 0 1 1 1 Maintenance Facility 1 0 1 1 1 Pestroa~r~/Concession 1 0 1 1 1 Aquatic Park 1 0 1 1 1 Dag Park 1 0 1 1 1 Table F,9: Total Facilities Needed -All Parks Facility Year 2008 2010 2015 2020 Multipurpose Fields 6.78 9.26 19.04 27.31 Sports Caurts 9.12 11.36 20.17 27.63 ilamadas 15.82 19.92 36.05 49.70 Tot Lots 4.05 5.85 12.92 18.91 ltestraom 2.73 3.31 5,57 7.49 Parking 1`x$.02 194,12 336.04 456.15 baseball Fields 4.07 4.97 8.52 11.52 Play Courts 7.14 9.52 18.85 26.76 Skate Park 0,45 0.63 1,34 1.95 Community Cen- ter X10,000 s.f,J 0.45 0.63 1.34 1,95 Maintenance Facility 0.45 0.63 1.34 1.95 Restroom/Concession ().45 0.52 0.$0 1,04 Aquatic Park 0.45 0.52 0.80 1.04 Dog Park 0.45 0.63 1,34 1.95 H--w Z7 ('T1 ~' H Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Masser Plan 151 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Table F.10 Total Facilities Cost Year 2008 2010 2015 2020 Facility Cost {`OOOa Mu6tipurpase Fields $400 X2,710 ;13,705 $7,G14 $1(7,y23 Sports Courts $50 $456 $568 $1,009 $1,381 Ramadas $100 $1,582 $1,992 $3,605 $4,970 Tat Lacs $100 $405 $585 $1,292 $1,891 F~estroom $250 $682 $826 $1,393 $1,873 Parkin8 $2 $316 $388 $672 $91Z E3aseball Fields $400 $1,629 $1,990 $3,408 $4,609 Play Courts $50 $357 $476 $943 $1,338 Skate Park $1,000 $448 $630 $1,345 $1,950 Community Cen- ter (10,000 s.f,) ~3,`:a00 $1,568 $2,205 $4,707 $6,826 Maintenance Facility $400 $179 $252 $538 $780 Restraarrr/CancPSSian $350 $157 $18Z $281 $364 Aquatic Park $9,000 $4,032 $4,677 $7,213 $9,360 Doi; Park $100 Total Cost Facilities ('000 $90 $14,611 $126 $18,601 $269 $34,284 $390 =` ~. $4756, 152 Table F.11; Total Park Acres Needed Park Type Neighborhood Community District Regional Total Acres 2008 <t.~5 45,62 0.00 156.78 206.76 2010 x.0.11 53.52 7.16 181.88 252,66 2015 32.73 84,55 35.33 280.51 433.12 2020 51.88 110.82 59.17 364,00 585.86 Less Acres Owner! ~~ t-~0 `~~CI(7 Total Acres Needed 47.88 50.82 59,17 -136,00 157.86. ~' Includes Pima Trails (4 Ac.), Sanders Grove (20 Ac.), Cascada (40 Ac.~ and BOR parks Table F, 13: Trai! Development Costs Year Cost Per Mile ('000) X500 2010 $2600,000 201 `612,]00,000 2020 ~21~250~000 Table F.12 Land Development Casts land Costs Cost per Acre Neighborhood Community District Regional* Total Total Land in 202t) $15,000 ;718,136 $762,285 $887,507 0 $2,367,928 Total Land in 2020 $30,000 $1,436,272 $1,524,569 $1,775,014 0 $4,735,855 Land costs based on total acres needed. Table F.14 Total Site Development Costs x'000 per acre} Cost Per Acre Neighborhood Community District Pegional* Total 10U~? $l50 `~6~,3 $6,843 $U $1,018 $8,513 2010 $1,516 $8,027 $1,075 $4,782 $15,400 2015 $4,909 $12,683 $5,299 $19,577 $42,468 2020 $7,781 $16,623 $8,875 $32,100 $65,379 Excludes 150 acres of regional park identified as open space from site development costs, Table F.15; 2020 Total Development Costs ('000) land* facilities landseapin~ J Amenities Trails Total host $x,551.89 $47,566,86 $65,379,28 $21,250.00 $137,748.03 *Estimated at $22,500 p/a, or the average of the high and low land cost Murano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Spure Muster Plan 153 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan FINANCE AND IMPLEMENTATIC?N GOALS, POLICIES AND ACTION STRATEGIES Goal FI.1: Build New Parks And Recreation Facilities That Meet The Needs Qf Existing And Future Residents In Accordance With The Standards Prescribed In This Plan. °~ ~ ~ b. Policy F.1.1 Encourage partnerships with other providers in the area to expand facilities and programs. FI.1.2 Explore alternative funding options and revenue sources for park and facility development to sup- portadditional programs and services. Action Strategy FL1,1.1 Establish and/or reinforce partnerships with localjurisdictions and public agencies such as Oro Valley, Pima County, National Park Service, National Forest Service and State Land Department in the provision of recreation facilities and financing. Identify areas where duplicated services can be eliminated and funding con- served. FL1,1.2 Continue to explore cooperative ventures with the Marana Uni- fiedSchool District injoint-use recreation facility planning, financ- ingand development. FI.1,1.3 Explore partnership opportunities that may be available through non-profit entities such as the YMCA, Little League, Pop Warner and Boys and Girls Clubs. FI.1,1.4 Explore partnership opportunities that could become available through a satellite campus of Pima Community College FI.1.1,5 Develop event sponsorships rights with private entities to reduce departmental and event expenses. FI.1.1.6 Develop relationships with the hospitality industry and major re- sorts to promote the development of mutually beneficial open space resources. FI.1.2.1 Establish innovative methods of property acquisition including scenic and special purpose easements, purchase or transfer of development rights and tax incentives for private landowners FI.1.2.2 For park facilities, continue to levy on new residential develop- ment, Park Development Fees that are based on the future de- mand for trails, community, district and regional parks. 154 Policy Actian Strategy FLLZ.~ Continue to participate in the Pima County bend pragra~rts that support recreation and open space acquisition and development, FI.1.2.4 Encourage the use of non-profit, tax-exempt foundations and gifts as revenue sources for specific recreation and open space initiatives. FI.1,2,5 Establish a user fee policy that takes into account the desires of the citizens to contribute to recreational facilities and programs and the needs of the Tawn to develop those facilities and pro- grams. FI.1.2.6 Continue to wisely and judiciously use Town bond funds for the development of new park and open space facilities. FI.1.2,7 Continue to support the creation of a Pima County regional sports and tourism authority as a way of further developing recreational and open space resources. Revise Town entitlement requirements to incorporate community parks as a standard component of new subdivisions and master planned communities, and not eligible for DIF credit. FI.1.3 Update the Town's Land Development Code to FI.1.3.1 conform to the standards for park dedication and construction by subdividers and developers out- lined in this Plan. FL1.3.2 Improve the Town's subdivision standards and plan review pro- cess to ensure that developers are providing the required neigh- borhood park space as well as linkages to path and trail projects. FI.1.3.3 Utilize development agreements with developers to specify the required dedication and development of neighborhood parks. FI.1.3.4 Provide credits towards development fees for developers who go beyond the basic recreational facility requirements, ~--+ n I" (n O I~ (n C~ G~ ~-, fTl in Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Muster Plan 155 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan FI.1.4 Develop a prioritization plan and schedule for land FI.1,4.1 Identify current and future demand for recreational facilities based acquisition, design and construction and operation on population growth projections and resident preferences. of new parks and recreation facilities. FL1,4.2 Incorporate park and recreation improvements into the Town's Capital Improvement Plan based on prioritization of need. FI.1.4.3 Coordinate the Capital Improvement Projects of all departments to determine whether; (1) path or trail projects will be negatively affected by Town improvement projects and (Z) path or trail proj- ects could be incorporated into the improvement project. 156 Appendix I Community Survey Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan I-1 H r~ rn ""~: Murunu Parks, Recreation, Trails And Dpen Spure Master Plan II-1 *~DRAFT** **DRAFT** **DRAFT~* MARANA AREA RESIDENT SURVEY Fall 2008 Prepared for Marana Parks and Recreation Advisory Board EDAW Prepared by Behavior Research Center 45 East Monterey Way Phoenix, Arizona 85012 (602) 258-4554 r'~~~iIJ~I~/- cE~C~~r _.~-W__-.~______________. _a_._.____.~_~w~~.~~. ___..________..___ __~... behavior research center, inc. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY & CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (b02) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION 1 SUMMARY OF THE FINDINGS 4 USE OF PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES 4 QUALITY OF MARANA AREA PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES 8 RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN 10 RECREATIONAL FACILITY AND PROGRAMS NEEDS 14 ADEQUACY OF MARANA FACILITIES/PROGRAMS FOR SELECTED AGE GROUPS 21 SPENDING PRIORITIES 23 PUBLIC FINANCING OPTIONS 25 INFORMATION SOURCES 27 LIST OF TABLES TABLE 1: PARKS/RECREATION FACILITY UTILIZATION 5 TABLE 2: PARKS/FACILITIES OUTSIDE MARANA UTILIZED 6 TABLE 3: USE OF MARANA SCHOOL FACILITIES 7 TABLE 4: QUALITY OF MARANA PARKS/ RECREATION FACILITIES 9 TABLE 5: RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN 11 TABLE 6: RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN -DETAIL 12 TABLE 7: OTHER ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN 13 TABLE 8: RECREATIONAL FACILITY NEEDS 15 TABLE 9: RECREATIONAL FACILITY NEEDS -DETAIL 16 TABLE 10: OTHER RECREATIONAL FACILITIES NEEDED 17 TABLE 11: RECREATIONAL PROGRAM NEEDS 19 TABLE 12: RECREATIONAL PROGRAM NEEDS -DETAIL 20 TABLE 13: LEVEL OF SERVICE TO SELECTED GROUPS 22 TABLE 14: SPENDING PRIORITIES 24 TABLE 15: SPENDING PRIORITIES -DETAIL 24 TABLE 16: FUNDING OPTIONS 26 TABLE 17: FUNDING OPTIONS -DETAIL 26 TABLE 18: INFORMATION SOURCES 27 behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com INTRODUCTION This study was commissioned by the Marana Parks and Recreation Advisory Board as part of its Recreation Master Plan being undertaken by EDAW. The primary purpose of this effort was to measure residents' use and attitudes about parks and recreation facilities in the Marana area. More specifically, this study addressed the following issues: • Utilization of Marana area parks and recreation facilities; • Recreational facility development priorities; and • Recreational facility spending priorities The information contained in this report is based on 400 telephone interviews conducted with Marana area heads of household. Household selection on this project was accomplished via acomputer-generated pure unweighted (EPSEM) random digit dial (RDD) telephone sample which selects households on the basis of telephone prefix. This method was used because it ensures a randomly-selected sample of area households proportionately allocated throughout the sample universe. This method also ensures that all unlisted and newly listed telephone households are included in the sample. Apre-identification screening process was also utilized on this project. This computer procedure screens the sample to remove known business and commercial telephone prefixes in addition to disconnects, faxes and computers. This process greatly enhances contacts to residential phones. The questionnaire used in this study was designed by BRC in consultation with the Marana Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and EDAW. After approval of the preliminary draft questionnaire, it was pre-tested with arandomly-selected cross-section of area households. The pre-test focused on the value and understandability of the questions, adequacy of response categories, questions for which probes were necessary and the like. No problems were encountered during the pre-test and the questionnaire received final approval. All of the interviewing on this project was conducted in late September 2008 at BRC's Computer-Aided Telephone Interviewing (CATI) facility in Phoenix, Arizona. Interviewing was conducted during an approximately equal cross-section of late afternoon, evening and weekend hours. This procedure was followed to further ensure that all residents were equally represented, regardless of work schedules. Further, during the interviewing segment of this study, up to five separate attempts - on different days and during different times of day -were made to contact each selected household. Only after five unsuccessful attempts was a selected household substituted in the sample. 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Sur~ey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 2 All of the interviewers who worked on this project were professional interviewers of BRC. Each had prior experience with BRC and received a thorough briefing on the particulars of this study. During the briefing, the interviewers were trained on (a) the purpose of the study; (b) sampling procedures; (c) administration of the questionnaire; and (d}other project-related items. In addition, each interviewer completed a set of practice interviews to assure that all procedures were understood and followed. One hundred percent of the interviews were edited and any containing errors of administration were pulled, the respondent re-called, and the errors corrected. In addition, 15 percent of each interviewer's work was randomly selected for validation to ensure its authenticity and correctness. No problems were encountered during this phase of interviewing quality control. As the data collection segment of this study was being undertaken, completed and validated interviews were turned over to BRC's in-house Coding Department. The Coding Department edited, validated and coded the interviews. Following completion of coding, a series of validity and logic checks were run on the data to ensure it was "clean" and representative of the sample universe. When analyzing the results of this survey it should be kept in mind that all surveys are subject to sampling error. Sampling error, stated simply, is the difference between results obtained from a sample and those which would be obtained by surveying the entire population under consideration. The size of a possible sampling error varies, to some extent, with the number of interviews completed and with the division of opinion on a particular question. An estimate of the sampling error range for this study is provided in the following table. The sampling error presented in the table has been calculated at the confidence level most frequently used by social scientists, the 95 percent level. The sampling error figures shown in the table are average figures that represent the maximum error for the sample bases shown (i.e., for the survey findings where the division of opinion is approximately 50%!50%). Survey findings that show a more one-sided distribution of opinion, such as 70%/30% or 90%I10%, are usually subject to slightly lower sampling tolerances than those shown in the table. As may be seen in the table, the overall sampling error for this study is approximately ± 5.0 percent when the sample is studied in total (i.e., all 400 cases}. However, when subsets of the total sample are studied, the amount of sampling error increases based on the sample size within the subset. 2008051\RPT Marano Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 3 Approximate Sampling Error At a 95% Confidence Sample Level (Plus/Minus Percentage Size of Sampling Tolerance} 400 5.0% 300 5.8 200 7.1 100 10.0 The Behavior Research Center has presented all of the data germane to the basic research objectives of this project. However, if the Marana Parks and Recreation Advisory Board or EDAW management requires additional data retrieval or interpretation, we stand ready to provide such input. BEHAVIOR RESEARCH CENTER, INC. ~~~~~~~ r Legend ~.~~ l~...»~....w..~...., ~ ~~ Wast Marva ~~ ~~~~~~~~~ f~~~ ~~P~ r~a s . FTi ~^~,~''~~ 6;µk t,~+i ~p ~ z~ ~ ~ ~;~ ~~.I a ~ ~5 iir'~ 3. 'z'~+ta:Nl rowN of ~nasa~a 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLfCY 8t CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (b02) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 4 SUMMARY OF THE FINDINGS USE OF PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES Thirty-six percent of residents indicate that their household uses Marana area parks and recreation facilities on a weekly basis (24% several times a week, 12% once a week), while 26 percent use them on a monthly basis and 27 percent on an infrequent yearly basis. Eleven percent of residents never use Marana area facilities. Demographically, West Marana (42% weekly) and Continental Ranch (32% weekly} residents are heavier users than Dove Mountain residents (22% weekly), while households with children are far heavier users than households without children (55% vs. 15%). The data also reveals that nine percent of residents visit other surrounding area communities on a weekly basis to use public parks and recreation facilities. The most frequently visited facility outside Marana is Reid Park with a reading of 19 percent (TABLE 2}. Use of Parks/Recreation Facilities 1 oo°i° $o°i° 60% ! ~ ~ I 36% 37% i ~,~ -- 40% 32% 26% 27% 22% ~! o 20 /o ' 9% 11 I -- -_ ,~ 0 % '~ ~ Weekly Monthly Yearly Never Marana Area ~ Outside Marana za.oe, c-, 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 5 TABLE 1: PARKS/RECREATION FACILITY UTILIZATION "How often, if ever, do you or other members of your household use Marana area parks and recreation facilities?" "How often, if ever, do you or other members of your household use public parks and recreational facilities in area communities other than Marana ?" MARANA AREA Several times a week Once a week Several times a month Once a month Several times a year Once a year Never Several times a week Once a week Several times a month Once a month Several times a year Once a year Never HHLD =Household TOTAL 24% 12 16 10 20 7 11 100% TOTAL 6% 3 12 10 22 10 37 100% KIDS IN HHLD AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST YES NO MTN. RANCH MARANA 37% 9% 16% 30% 26% 18 6 6 2 16 13 18 15 21 16 11 8 13 13 9 17 25 23 21 19 2 12 12 8 5 2 22 15 5 9 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% OTHER THAN MARANA KIDS IN HHLD AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL YES NO MTN. RANCH 6% 6% 8% 7% 4 2 6 8 16 7 12 2 14 7 6 9 21 23 24 28 10 9 9 18 29 46 35 28 100% 100% 100% 100% WEST 6% 3 13 11 20 10 37 100% 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, inC. RESEARCH fN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLfCY $ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 25&4554 • fax (602J 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 6 TABLE 2: PARKS/FACILITIES OUTSIDE MARANA UTILIZED (AMONG THOSE USING "What parks or recreational facilities outside of Marana do you or other members of your household use?" AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL MTN. RANCH MARANA TOP MENTIONS Reid Park 19% 18% 25% 21 Catalina Park 4 6 0 4 Saguaro National 4 0 6 4 John F. Kennedy Park 4 0 0 6 River Front Park 4 5 0 4 YMCA/YW CA 4 1 3 4 Randolph Park 2 2 11 1 Arthur Park 2 0 7 3 Jacobs Park 2 0 0 3 Fort Lowell Park 2 2 0 2 Ormsby Park 2 2 0 2 Desert Museum 2 2 0 2 Private Sports Club 2 2 3 2 Mt. Lemon NN NH/VNNNNNN NNNN 2 4 4 2 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Sunrey.wpd behavior research center, fnc. RESEARCH !N PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY & CONSUMER BENAVlOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 7 About one out of four residents (26%) reveal th at they use school facilities in Marana to meet their family's recreational needs. As might be expected, this reading reaches its highest level among households with children (43%). TABLE 3: USE OF MARANA SCHOOL FACILITIES "Do you use school facilities in Marana to meet your family's recreational needs?" YES TOTAL 26% KIDS IN HOUSEHOLD Yes 43 No 7 AREA Dove Mountain 14 Continental Ranch 29 West Marana 30 LENGTH OF RESIDENCE Under 5 years 22 5 to 9 years 20 10 years or over /v A. N N N N N N N N M1/ N N N IV 36 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLtC OPINION, PUBLIC POLfCY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com behavior research center, 117 C. RESEARCFI 1N PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY & CONSUMER BEHAVfOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 9 TABLE 4: QUALITY OF MARANA PARKS/ RECREATION FACILITIES "Next, would you rate the qualify of Marana area parks and recreation facilities overall as excellent, good, only fair, or poor?" EXCEL- ONLY NOT LENT GOOD FAIR POOR SURE TOTAL 17% 56% 20% 3% 4% KIDS IN HOUSEHOLD Yes 20 56 22 2 No 14 56 17 4 9 AREA Dove Mountain 15 60 15 1 9 Continental Ranch 14 62 20 4 0 West Marana 18 56 20 3 3 LENGTH OF RESIDENCE Under 5 years 18 55 17 3 7 5 to 9 years 22 53 17 3 5 10 years or over 14 60 22 2 2 * Indicates % less than .5 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident 5urvey.wpd behavior research center, 1rtC. RESEARCH JN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 10 RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN Residents were asked to indicate how often their household participated in each of 18 activities in the Marana area in the past year. As may be seen in the following chart and table, three of the items tested were participated in by roughly one out of four residents or more: 1) jogging, running, walking, hiking (38%); 2} use a park playground (26%), and; 3) swim (24%). None of the other 15 activities tested received readings exceeding 17 percent. Recreational Activities Participated In (% Regularly} Jogging, running, walking or hiking Use a park playground Swimming Community events Weight training, aerobics or yoga Bicycling or mountain biking Attend outdoor sport events Baseball or softball After school recreation program Basketball Picnicking Soccer Football Arts and crafts classes Horseback riding Skateboarding Tennis Volleyball 28.651 C-3 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, inc. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINfON, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 0% 2Q% 40% 60% 80% 100% 11 TABLE 5: RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN "To begin, 1'd like to read you a list of recreational activities. As I do, please just tell me if in the past year you, or other members of your household regularly, occasionally, or never participated in each in the Marana area. " REG- 000A- ULARLY SIGNALLY NEVER Jogging, running, walking or hiking 38% 35% 27% Use a park playground 26 41 33 Swimming 24 30 46 Community events 17 49 34 Weight training, aerobics or yoga 17 17 66 Bicycling or mountain biking 16 30 54 Attend outdoor sport events 15 40 45 Baseball or softball 12 23 65 After school recreation program 12 12 76 Basketball 9 18 73 Picnicking 8 44 48 Soccer 8 10 82 Football 6 15 79 Arts and crafts classes 5 14 81 Horseback riding 5 7 88 Skateboarding 3 11 86 Tennis 2 14 84 Volleyball 1 7 92 behavior research center, inc. phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 12 In the next table, it may be seen that participation in the majority of the items tested increases with the presence of children in the h ousehold. Also note that some major differences are recorded based on which area residents reside in. TABLE 6: RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN - DETAIL REGULARLY KIDS IN HHLD AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL YES NO MTN. RANCH MARANA Jogging, running, walking or hiking 38% 42% 34% 57% 26% 34% Use a park playground 26 40 10 18 43 28 Swimming 24 35 10 22 12 24 Community events 17 24 9 8 23 18 Weight training, aerobics or yoga 17 14 20 35 5 11 Bicycling or mountain biking 16 23 8 15 17 16 Attend outdoor sport events 15 21 7 14 19 12 Baseball or softball 12 19 3 10 17 10 After school recreation program 12 21 2 6 9 13 Basketball 9 12 5 11 12 6 Picnicking 8 10 5 12 11 6 Soccer 8 13 2 4 16 8 Football 6 9 2 3 8 6 Arts and crafts classes 5 6 4 4 8 5 Horseback riding 5 7 2 1 0 5 Skateboarding 3 4 1 2 0 3 Tennis 2 1 4 7 8 '~ Volleyball 1 1 2 8 0 HHLD =Household '` Indicates % less than .5 NNN/VN NNN NNNNNNN 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, inC. RESEARCH IPJ PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 13 Finally, in this section we find that 80 percent of residents reveal that there are no other recreational activities they regularly participate in. TABLE 7: OTHER ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN "Besides the activities 1 just mentioned, are there any other recreational activities that you and your family regularly participate in the Marana area ?" AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL MTN. RANCH MARANA NO/NONE 80% 67% 82% 85% Golf 5 18 0 1 Miscellaneous outdoor (hunting, fishing, shooting, etc.) 5 5 4 5 Miscellaneous events/entertainment (Rodeo, Founders Day, 4th of July, etc.} 4 6 0 3 ATV riding/4-wheeling 3 3 8 3 Miscellaneous indoor activities (cards, bowling, video games, etc.) 3 2 7 3 Motorcycle riding NNIVNNNNNNNNNNNN 1 2 0 1 2008051'~,RPT ti1arana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, inC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY $ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602J 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 14 RECREATIONAL FACILITY AND PROGRAMS NEEDS After residents had revealed the types of activities they participated in, they were asked to indicate if they felt Marana needed more or had enough of 21 specific recreation facilities and 16 specific recreational programs. Looking first at recreational facilities, we find that roughly a majority or more of resident believe Marana needs more of eight specific facilities. Youth recreation centers (62%) • Fitness centers (56%) • Swimming pools (56%) • Performing arts centers (55%) • Community parks (52%) • Walking, jogging and hiking trails (50%) • Neighborhood parks (49%) • Dog parks (49%) Recreational Facility Needs (% Need More} Youth recreation centers Fitness centers Swimming pools Performing arts centers Community parks Walking, jogging and hiking trails Neighborhood parks Dog parks Mountain biking trails Basketball courts Mountain and desert preserves Skateboarding parks BMX bike park Volleyball courts Hand and racquetball courts Senior recreation centers Football fields Soccer fields Tennis courts Baseball and softball fields Municipal golf courses 28.051 C-4 0% 20% ~, 40% 60% 80% 100% 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research cenfer, Inc. RESEARCH !N PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 15 TABLE 8: RECREATIONAL FACILITY NEEDS "Next, do you feel the Marana area needs more of the following types of recreational facilities, or does it already have enough of each?" NEEDS HAS NOT MORE ENOUGH SURE Youth recreation centers 62% 18% 20% Fitness centers 56 25 19 Swimming pools 56 29 15 Performing arts centers 55 21 24 Community parks 52 37 11 Walking, jogging and hiking trails 50 40 10 Neighborhood parks 49 43 8 Dog parks 49 25 26 Mountain biking trails 44 34 22 Basketball courts 43 33 24 Mountain and desert preserves 41 44 15 Skateboarding parks 41 28 31 BMX bike park 41 22 37 Volleyball courts 41 27 32 Hand and racquetball courts 40 23 37 Senior recreation centers 38 33 29 Football fields 35 40 25 Soccer fields 35 38 27 Tennis courts 32 39 29 Baseball and softball fields 32 48 20 Municipal golf courses NNNNNNNNNIVNNNNN 28 57 15 2008051 \RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPfNION, PU8L1C POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 16 On the following table, it may be seen that interest i n each o f the specific facilities varies by area and whether or not children are present in the household. TABLE 9: RECREATIONAL FACILITY NEEDS -DETAIL NEE D MORE Klos IN HHLD AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL YES NO MTN. RANCH MARANA Youth recreation centers 62% 71 % 52% 51 % 65% 65% Fitness centers 56 66 45 41 57 61 Swimming pools 56 66 44 38 72 60 Performing arts centers 55 60 50 50 81 57 Community parks 52 56 47 49 74 52 Walking, jogging and hiking trails 50 50 48 52 58 48 Neighborhood parks 49 50 48 45 75 49 Dog parks 49 56 42 44 58 53 Mountain biking trails 44 50 38 41 63 44 Basketball courts 43 55 30 21 60 49 Mountain and desert preserves 41 39 43 49 58 39 Skateboarding parks 41 55 24 25 39 46 BMX bike park 41 53 26 20 43 48 Volleyball courts 41 52 28 22 47 47 Hand and racquetball courts 40 54 25 25 54 44 Senior recreation centers 38 36 40 37 47 39 Football fields 35 49 20 19 35 41 Soccer fields 35 46 22 23 35 38 Tennis courts 32 39 25 19 41 37 Baseball and softball fields 32 41 22 26 40 33 Municipal golf courses 28 36 19 32 43 28 HHLD =Household 2008051'~~AP~ Marana AreG Resident Su~rvey.wpd behavior research center, inc. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY ~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 17 Few area residents indicate there are additional other facilities that Marana needs more of. TABLE 10: OTHER RECREATIONAL FACILITIES NEEDED "Besides the recreational facilities 1 just mentioned, are there any others that you feel the Mara na area needs more of?" AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL MTN. RANCH MARANA No/NONE 86% 83% 82% 86% ATV trails 2 5 0 1 Horse facilities 2 2 0 2 YMCA/YWCA 2 0 8 2 Community center/gym 2 0 0 1 Shooting range 1 0 0 2 Boating/fishing 1 0 2 2 Ice skating 1 2 0 Water park 1 0 0 1 Race tracks (car, go cart, etc.) 1 0 0 1 Miniature golf 1 0 0 1 Miscellaneous 2 8 8 2 * Indicates % less than .5 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, rnc. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY ~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602f 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 18 Looking next at recreational programs, we find a significant community call for additional programs with 14 of the 16 programs tested receiving "need more" readings from a majority of residents. Again, respondent's place of residence and the presence of children in the household impacts response to program needs. Recreational Program Needs (% Need More) Programs for the physically challenged - Live performances and presentations - Youth theater, dance and music classes - Youth fitness and wellness programs - Adultfitness and wellness programs - Non-sports youth programs - Aquatics programs - Outdoor recreation programs - Adult sports programs - Galleries and exhibitions - Youth sports programs - Adult theater, dance and music classes - Community events Self improvement programs - Visual arts classes - Senioractivities - 28.051 C-5 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH !N PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602J 258-4554 • fax (602J 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 19 TABLE 11: RECREATIONAL PROGRAM NEEDS `And do you feel the Town of Nlarana needs more of the following types of recreational programs and activities, or does it already have enough of each?" NEEDS HAS NOT MORE ENOUGH SURE Programs for the physically challenged 64% 10% 26% Live performances and presentations Youth theater, dance and music classes 63 62 23 17 14 21 Youth fitness and wellness programs 61 20 19 Adult fitness and wellness programs 59 24 17 Non-sports youth programs 59 18 23 Aquatics programs 57 22 21 Outdoor recreation programs 56 26 18 Adult sports programs 52 31 17 Galleries and exhibitions 52 28 20 Youth sports programs 52 31 17 Adult theater, dance and music classes 51 25 24 Community events 51 35 14 Self improvement programs 50 24 26 Visual arts classes 48 26 26 Senior activities N N N N N N N N N N N N N Ar N 45 29 26 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Sunrey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH !N PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 20 TABLE 12: RECREATIONAL PROGRAM NE EDS -DETAIL NEED MORE KIDS IN HHLD AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL YES NO MTN. RANCH MARANA Programs for the physically challenged 64% 68% 60% 52% 85% 68% Live performances and presentations 63 67 59 67 84 62 Youth theater, dance and music classes 62 71 52 51 78 65 Youth fitness and wellness programs 61 68 52 46 74 65 Adult fitness and wellness programs 59 65 53 52 70 62 Non-sports youth programs 59 68 50 39 66 65 Aquatics programs 57 71 42 41 67 63 Outdoor recreation programs 56 63 48 45 56 59 Adult sports programs 52 60 44 39 55 57 Galleries and exhibitions 52 54 50 56 76 50 Youth sports programs 52 62 39 39 57 55 Adult theater, dance and music classes 51 58 43 44 68 53 Community events 51 57 45 42 75 53 Self improvement programs 50 54 45 33 69 54 Visual arts classes 48 53 44 38 70 52 Senior activities 45 42 48 44 55 45 HHLD =Household 2008051`,RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.4vpd behavior research center, 1nC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 21 ADEQUACY OF MARANA FACILITIES/PROGRAMS FOR SELECTED AGE GROUPS The majority of Marana residents with an opinion feel that children under five (61 %), children five to 12 (68%), working age adults (51 %) and retirees (64%) are being well-served by existing parks and recreation programs and facilities in Marana. The one group that residents do not feel are being well-served are teenagers (41 %well-served, 59% not well-served). West Marana and Dove Mountain residents are particularly likely to feel that teenagers are not being well-served. ADEQUACY OF FACILITIES/PRaGRAMS FOR SELECTED AGE GROUPS ~ oo°r° --~~ - -~ $a°i° ss°i° 61% 59% 64% ,. 60 /o ~ ~' ,~ ;~' _r ~ --- ° ~ 32% ~~~~. I 20% I i L -~, - ---' I~ ;¢ ~ - ~ 0 % - I ~_ - ~_ ~ -- - - - _ - - ---- - - Children Children Teenagers Working Age Retirees Under 5 5 to12 Adults Well-Served Not Well-Served 23.051 C6 200805?'+.RPT'~larara Area Resident Surrey.wpd behavior research center, inc. RESEARCH !N PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602J 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 22 TABLE 13: LEVEL OF SERVICE TO SELECTED GROUPS "Do you fee! that Marana area residents in each of the following age groups are being well-served or not well-served by existing town parks and recreation programs and facilities in Marana?" NOT WELL- WELL- NOT SERVED SERVED SURE Children Under 5 61 % 39% 36% Dove Mountain 54 46 55 Continental Ranch 58 42 20 West Marana 62 38 30 Children 5 to 12 68 32 30 Dove Mountain 70 30 55 Continental Ranch 48 52 14 West Marana 69 31 22 Teenagers 41 59 31 Dove Mountain 43 57 58 Continental Ranch 58 42 17 West Marana 38 62 22 Working Age Adults 51 49 27 Dove Mountain 71 29 50 Continental Ranch 57 43 12 West Marana 46 54 19 Retirees 64 36 28 Dove Mountain 72 28 35 Continental Ranch 65 35 14 West Marana N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N 61 39 26 2008051\RPT Marana Area Resident Suruey,wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH fN PUBUC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY & CONSUMER SEHAVfOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 23 SPENDING PRIORITIES When residents are asked how much spending priority each of seven items should receive in Marana, three items receive a high priority reading (very high/high) from over four out of ten residents -lighted outdoor playing fields (48%), outdoor pools (44%}and indoor recreation facilities (43%}. Each of these items receives its highest reading from households with children and Continental Ranch and West Marana residents. Three of the remaining four items tested receive a high priority reading from roughly one out of three residents, while only 13 percent of residents believe municipal golf courses should be a priority. SPENDING PRIORITY HIGH PRIORITY ,r-- - Lighted outdoor playing fields --.I 48% Outdoor pools Indoor recreation facilities Buying land and building developed parks 44% 43% .7% 32% 30% 2s,oFi c~ 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, InC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • tax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 24 TABLE 14: SPENDING PRIORITIES "Next, given the fact that the amount of money ava ilable for parks and recreation improvements is limited, how much spending priority do you feel each of the following aspects of parks and recreation should receive in Marana -very high priority, high priority, moderate priority, low priority or very low priority?" VERY MOD- VERY NOT HIGH HIGH ERATE LOW LOW SURE HIGH1 Lighted outdoor playing fields 9% 39% 32% 10% 3% 7% 48% Outdoor pools 10 34 34 13 3 6 44 Indoor recreation facilities 10 33 39 8 2 8 43 Buying land and building developed parks 8 29 40 14 3 6 37 Mountain and desert preserves 8 24 36 19 7 6 32 Trails 7 23 42 17 5 6 30 Municipal golf courses 3 10 26 33 21 7 13 'Very high & high NNNNNIVNNNN/v NIVNN TABLE 15: SPENDING PRIORITIES -DETAIL HIGH KIDS IN HHLD AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL YES NO MTN. RANCH MARANA Lighted outdoor playing fields 48% 60% 34% 35% 57% 51 Outdoor pools 44 58 29 29 50 51 Indoor recreation facilities 43 56 28 28 51 48 Buying land and building developed parks 37 41 31 42 36 35 Mountain and desert preserves 32 27 37 44 37 29 Trails 30 26 36 42 50 25 Municipal golf courses 13 14 11 20 14 12 'Very high & high N N N N N N N N N N M N N N N 2008051',RPT Mara^~a Area Res dent Surve~.wpd ___ _ _... _._ __~-_.n.._.__.~m_._~_._..__~.._.~__._-.__y behavior research cenfer, Ir1C. RESEARCH 1N PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY & CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602J 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 25 PUBLIC FINANCING OPTIONS Residents were asked if they would support or oppose each of five options to raise additional funds to improve parks and recreation facilities and programs in Marana. This line of questioning reveals that two options generate majority support from residents: 1) imposing a bed tax (65%), and; 2) spending a larger share of the town's budget on parks and recreation (64%). Each of the remaining three options is opposed by sizeable numbers of residents. PUBLIC FINANCING OPTIONS ' '~' i 65% Imposing a bed tax which would be charged ', ', 29% on all hotel and motel rooms - -~' i 64%'' Spending a larger share of the annual Marana ° budget on parks and recreation --~---~--~~ '"' 24 /° ~', i 46 %', Increasing the fees that people pay to use ~, 45%'', Marana recreational facilities and programs -- - - -~ i, Increasing the Marana sales tax to pay for - parks and recreation improvements ---- 30% 64 % I, 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, Ir1C. RESEARCH fN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax X602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 26 TABLE 16: FUNDING OPTIONS "Generally, there are several ways to raise money for public facilities. If it became necessary to raise additional money in order to fund impro ved parks and recreation facilities and programs in Marana, would you support or oppose each of the following methods of doing so?" NOT SUPPORT OPPOSE SURE Imposing a bed tax which would be charged on all hotel and motel rooms 65% 29% 6% Spending a larger share of the annual Marana budget on parks and recreation 64 24 12 Increasing the fees that people pay to use Marana recreational facilities and programs 46 45 9 Increasing the Marana's sales tax to pay for parks and recreation improvements 30 64 6 Imposing an annual fee on residents to use Marana recreational facilities and programs NNNNNNNNN.`..NNNNIV 26 68 6 TABLE 17: FUNDING OPTIONS -DETAIL SUPPORT KIDS IN HHLD AREA CONTI- DOVE NENTAL WEST TOTAL YES NO MTN. RANCH MARAN, Imposing a bed tax which would be charged on all hotel and motel rooms 65% 71 % 58% Spending a larger share of the annual Marana budget on parks and recreation 64 75 52 Increasing the fees that people pay to use Marana recreational facilities and programs 46 43 50 Increasing the Marana's sales tax to pay for parks and recreation improvements 30 31 29 Imposing an annual fee on residents to use Marana recreational facilities and programs 26 N N N N Iv /v Ar N .'.+ N IV N N N N 27 25 64% 82% 65% 46 71 72 55 54 45 31 64 29 25 31 26 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Survey.wpd behavior research center, inc. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC OPINION, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (b02) 258-4554 • fax (602) 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com 27 INFORMATION SOURCES The Marana Weekly News (32%) and flyers from the Parks and Recreation Department (31 %) are the most relied on sources of local parks and recreation information. TABLE 18: INFORMATION SOURCES "Next, do you rely on each of the following information sources a lot, only a little, or not at all for information about Marana parks and recreation opportunities?" A A NoT AT LOT LITTLE ALL The Marana Weekly News 32% ~ 32% 36% Flyers from the Marana Parks and Recreation Department 31 33 36 The Marana Parks and Recreation Department Program Guide 25 31 44 The Marana web page 18 28 54 Neighborhood association newsletters 17 33 N N N N N N N N N N N N N N N 50 20080511RPT Marana Area Resident Sunrey.wpd behavior research center, inC. RESEARCH IN PUBLIC ~PINlON, PUBLIC POLICY 8~ CONSUMER BEHAVIOR phone (602) 258-4554 • fax (602J 252-2729 p.o. box 13178 phoenix, arizona 85002 www.brc-research.com Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Appendix II Community Ideas lI-2 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Muster Plan II-3 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Community Comments From 20Q9 Founders' Day and 2Qp8 Marana Heritage Festival Facilities Desired: • Dog park and dog pool • Racquet ball courts - enclosed on all 4 sides • Marana no-kill animal shelter • 5piderman park fitness stations along trails • Pools/community pools -heated and open everyday, all year round • Therapeutic pool with a beach area for community -must pay to use it • Pool with water slides • Kid's pool • Water park • Splash pad • Motor-cross track • Radio controlled model air-plane flying fields • Place for 4-wheelers and go-carts • Skate board/ roller blade park with ramps • ATM at parks Programs • Movie theater in amall/park • Spaylneuter education & pet care education programs to begin in elementary school • Programs for autistic and special needs children • Heritage Festival to include hay rides, ploughing, cotton growing and gardening demonstrations, horse rides, petting zoo • Marana trails day • Free kid's night • Pilates classes • Aerobics classes • Teen nights • Lacrosse coaching • Christmas, Nature-In-Lights, Halloween Festivals, etc, II-4 General: • More brochures and maps of trail systems and parks in Dove Mountain and elsewhere far residents and newcomers. • Bike lanes on Tangerine Rd. • Continental Reserve Park has lots of activities for younger kids, but prefer Gladden Farms Park. • Gladden Farms has lots of spiders that kids cannot play there! They need to be exterminated more often. • Include Remington Acres as a part of Pinal County or Marano Parks and Recreation -residents have a Marano Zip code and pay non- residentfees for activities. • Plant BIG trees! • More stop lights required at the intersection of Tangerine and Moore. • All major roads should have paved full shoulder. • Incorporate children's art in pedestrian tunnel. • Utilize the train to advertise and bring the community outside - charge a fee to non-HOA members for upkeep and maintenance. • Mass transit required. • Baby boomers are coming and they are active -they need more activities and programs so they can just step out the door for and not have to drive to them. Marano Parks, Rerrealion, Trails and Open Spare Master Plan II-5 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Appendix II: Summary of Focus Group Comments Programs Spon- Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired facilities/ Partnerships Notes sored Or Partici- ties of Town facili- services pate In ties/services Home Owner Heritage I-iighlands w Residents want more Dove Mountain HOA was Associations maintains Heritage public amenities. not represented here. River Park and it's ball 'Heritage Highlands resi- fields. dents would like a dog Highlands Ranch pra- park -many use the dog vides asemi-private parkin Dove Mountain. 30,000 s.f. clubhouse. ' Many residents are members of Dove Mountain Hiking Club, although the Heritage Highlands has its' own club. Heritage Highlands maintains desert and turf common areas and a gate connec- tion tothe Tortolita Preserve. U II-6 Appendix II: Summary of Focus Group Comments Programs Spon- Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired facilities/ Partnerships Motes sored Or Partici- ties of Town facili- services pate In ties/services Youth After 'Many schools have °Marana P&R summer 'Wider variety of programs Open the Senior Center Marana P & R should School Pro- fee based after school programs are well used . focusing on areas such as in the evening for youth be more of an organizer grams programs 'Most Marana P&R homework, arts and non- activities, and enabler than pra- t LEAP (before school) programs are sports sports skills, viler of services, AMCE drop-in arts oriented. `School-based family resource "Mostly elementary programs at Marana 'For most youth programs centers, school participants. Annex, Middle and to be successful, they "Centralized youth programs Other after school High schools. need to operate out of (although these are challeng- service providers not Kid's Art, Screen elementary schools. ing with respect to transpor- present at this group. Actors Guild, Tucson 'Before and after pro- tation and different school Symphony, U of A and grams need to be more dismissal times). Young Rembrandts structured, and not just 'Teen Center that is more contracted by the child care. than a "hang out". schools. `Not enough swimming Technology based opportuni- pools. ties. Marana Parks, Reueation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan II-7 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Appendix iI: Summary of Focus Group Comments Programs Spon- Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired faeilities/ Partnerships Notes Bored Or Partici- pate In cies of Tawn facili- ties/services services lurisdiCtionS 'County owns and The Tortolita Mountains As Ironwood Forest National 'The BOR and County maintains Ina Sports are important to Oro Val- Monument implements are working together Park, which hosts ley Hikers. its' Management Plan, it to build trail sections baseball and softball ~ Oro Valley wouldn't be will prohibit shooting. A by the Tucson National leagues and special surprised if their resi- shooting range will likely be Monument events. dents use Marana Parks needed in the area. Ironwood Forest Na- Arthur Pack Regional (they recognize that they 'Permanent model airplane tional Monument thinks Park is a County effort are under-served with use area. a visitor center, outside with an IGA for 5 regards to parks). 'Ora Valley is focused on the park, would support fields and a parking 'Major concerns regarding its park at La Canada and Marana and the Park, lot. OHV users in the park. Tangerine. While this park is 'The County is planning a County maintains They are damaging to the not funded, the Town antici- six court indoor basket- RiverTrail and Rillito environment. pates it will have a regional ball/volleyball facility at Vista Park, draw, It includes 14,000 s.f. Rillito and Cholla. Ironwood Forest Na- commercial center, outdoor The BOR could provide tional Monument is a aquatic center and anout- land for a shooting facil- wildernessarea, door music pavilion. ity outside the Ironwood * Ora Valley uses trails forest National Monu- allaver the County. ment. II-8 Appendix II: Summary of Focus Group Comments Programs Spon- Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired facilities! Partnerships Notes sared Or Partici- ties of Tawn facili- services pate In ties/services ECanamlc De- 'Heritage Park Oman- ~ (n general, the Marana ~ Farmers' Markets could velapment ages the farm) P&R Department is on promote economic de- provides produce for the right track, velopment. An addition- the Marana Public 'Create more companion al market on Sat. a.m. School Summer Meal events around the Golf is desired, but there is a Program. The intent Tournament. lack of farmers. is to provide educa- `The Chamber could lion regarding organic work to attract recre- gardening. ation providers that Chamber of Com- enhance the range of merce is not currently activities available to engaged with Marana residents. P&R, ~ Trails and additional rec- ` Breakers Water Park reation facilities could sponsors large events, °landscape"Marana. but does not work Partner on Events pro- reguiarlywith Marana grams with special use P&R. facilities. Allow Special Use Facili- tiesand businesses to sponsor events. * Use the Parks program flyer to advertise other businesses, Maranu Parks, Recreation, trails And Open Spute Masser Plan II-9 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan u~ D z O U H H H z W CL CL Appendix II: Summary of Focus Group Comments II-10 Appendix It: Summary of Focus Group Comments Programs Spon- Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired facilities/ Partnerships Notes Bared 0r Partici- cies of 1"awn facili- services pate In ties/services User Groups/ ~ Disc Golf sponsors '~ Disc Gotf Courses are at ~ Working with Town to de- Clubs tournaments and EI Rio Park, the Deaf and velop EI Rio Park site (in an competitions, Blind Center, Drovers old pit on the north side of ' Pima County Trails Park and Sam Melina Continental Ranch). has an active trails Park. ~ Would like another location program. 'Problem with EI Rio Park in the future, Kids Night Out is illegal dumping. Many trails maps are out of (national 20-year old 'Appreciate the `green- date...would like to update franchise). Uses the Hess' of the site, them. Rattlesnake Ridge "Wildlife corridors concept k Access to Sky Islands, Elementary School. is supported by Pima ~ Provide trails based on Trails. power of 10 "10 places to " Want to continue to keep ga without a car,10 special nature going through places. public open spaces. k Tortolita Preserve trailhead. * Legal place for ATV riders. * Kids night out would like a larger facility with multiple spaces and, potentially a kitchen to accommodate multiple activities. Visual Artists 'Friday Morning Arts ° The Town does not ** A place far local artists to "The Town could partner Group -unstructured provide facilities for this showcase/retail sales for with Tucson non-profits group using Heritage group. their art, to provide programs. House. ~ Stage for local playwrights. Local artists could list in 'Provide volunteer ~ Visual Arts classes. the Town's programming staffing for fairs and ~ Better marketing for events. magazine. Town events. Antidotal demand for music facilities -local musicians are H m Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails dnd Open Space Muster Plan II-11 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Appendix II: Summary of Focus Group Comments Programs 5pon- Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired facilities/ Partnerships Notes Bored 4r Partici- ties of Town facili- services pate In ties/services Equestrian 'County Line Riders of 'Catalina State Park has an ` Rilfito Downs Horse Track ^ The Town could build a Arizona equestrian center. Their maybe looking for a new facility and partner with parking area is a good site. the Western Heritage model for equestrian Horse rig parking at Tortolita Rodeo Association to trailheads. Trailhead and other trail- manage the facility and heads, organize events. An improved rodeo facility is needed. II-12 II: Summary of Focus Group Comments rtners ips Notes Programs Spon- Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired facilities/ cored 0r Partici- ties of Town facili- services nata in tiac/carvirpc * YMCA, MUSD, PCC andUofAallare actively providing pro- grams inthe Marana Area. * There is chip-hop club and group. * Plans for the Library to bring in Home- work Help Programs (in cooperation with MUSD. * Early childhood and aftercare programs are provided by the library. * Programs for non- working parents that are free or inexpen- sive. * These entities are trying to partner with the Town to locate a facility that would also meet recre- ation program and facili- tiesneeds in northeast- ern Marana, There is an outdoor amphitheater at Pima Community College. * There are no active rea reation facilities on the Pima Community College Campus. * The Library provides meeting rooms, but more are needed. * A lot of telecommuters use the library. * When the park is fully built, the library should be more of a centerpiece. * There are transportation challenges with regards to residents getting to the library. * Park area outside library designed for perfor- mances, The vision is to use a MUSD site for a joint facility where the U of A and PCC could of- ferclasses, the YMCA would provide programs and share the school facilities. * More technology and pro- grams. * River and watershed educa- tion programs. * Environmental and archaeol- ogyprograms. The Town is currently providing Jazzercize and after school care at the Middle, Elementary and High school MUSD campuses. * Mountain View HS and Arthur Pack Park have an agreement regarding field use. PCC currently offers classes at the Oro Valley P&R and Pima College Library. * Santa Cruz River Alliance is a potential partnerfor the library, They see lots of tourism potential. Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails bnd Open Space Master Plan II-13 Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan H H 0 z w a~ Appendix II: Summary of Focus Graup Comments Programs Spon- sored Or Partici- pate In Adequacy/Deficien- Gies of Town facili- ties/services Future desired facilities/ services Partnerships Notes Seniors ~~u~~;tr; +~rie clancinL, I r~~ere ~,~ r ttiv~~ Ir~cations Dec#iCated space tc~ replace Tai Chi, exercise and for senior activities; at a the Church space. arts and crafts. leased space at Lord of More arts and crafts. Field Trips (limited) Grace Lutheran Church 'Quilting and ballroom danc- ` Highly attended and at the Marana Senior ing, classes. Center. Users tend to stay 'More field trips. at one or the other facility. `Programs with topical speak- ers. Programs disbursed through- outthe week, topers * Developments include Parking standards neighborhood and for district and other district parks. parks needed, * District parks are public and managed by the Town. * Community centers included in some developments -open only to residents of development. These include pools, courts, fitness centers etc. Trails connecting to Town trails and inter- nal todevelopment are also provided as part of developments. The Town should create guidelines and standards that actually market the Town and can be used by developers. II-14 ndix II: Summary of Focus ~ Comments Adequacy/Deficien- Future desired facilities/ Partnerships Gies of Town facili- services a:..., / ............... School fields would be 'Flag Football `Work with Pima County Limited participation, adequate, but they don't 'Indoor Sports Training Facil- and Schools to provide Marana Little League allow reservations for ity mare sports fields was not present league use more playing Physically and mentally chat- AY50s to determine field fields are needed on the lenged sports programs priorities, sports seasons north end of Town and programs Fields are over-used Fields need on-site stor- age More restrooms ~" t--~ --~r ~) F--~ Ul Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Spare Muster Plan II-15 Appendix III Trail System Standards m D Z C7 D Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan III-1 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Trails Trails are used by multiple user groups such as mountain/recreational bicyclists, walkers, runners, hik- width Eight feet ers, equestrians, and others who prefer a soft, natural surface rather than a hard paved surface. Trails snoulder Minimum two-foot wide soft/mowed/ connect local and regional destinations and neighborhoods within a larger trail network. They are located six-inch max. height herbaceous plants in all types of situations but most typically in developed or higher use areas along roadways, washes, in native soil or decomposed granite utility corridors, and within small and large open space areas. They may be used by small maintenance ------. -- -- -- - ---------------------------------------- and emergency response vehicles. Venc~al Clearance 12-foot minimum Side Clearance No vegetation or obstacles within a DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Sight Lines. Lay out trails to maximize visibility of approaching trail users, thereby increasing reaction time and minimizing conflicts. Grades. Lay out trails to minimize extreme slopes and grade changes thereby allowing users to stay under control at all times. A variety of slopes creates a more interesting and positive experience. Alignment. Vary the trail alignment to create an interesting variety of views and to avoid specimen plants. Drainage. Provide drainage control techniques that avoid any drainage flow above or across a trail. Setbacks. Landscape setback standards are expressed as minimums. They should be as wide as possible. Plant Preservation. Care should be given during trail construction to preserve existing vegetation in place. Landscape. Landscaping is an opportunity to highlight and enhance regional and local character, therefore, land- scaping shall be native and/or near native. Water harvesting techniques should be integrated into design wherever possible. Refer to local jurisdictions for specific approved plant lists. w U 7 z 5 J U N J •- 4 U i- w r~ _......_ ~.......W .~.._..~. 41 ! ~ three-foot high by three-foot wide space each side. Three-foot minimum to signs, benches, or any vertical element. Thorny Plants Minimum 10-foot clearance be- tweentrail edge and newly planted thorny plants. Align trail to avoid existing thorny plants wherever pos- sible tominimize their removal, Clearance to Trees Minimum six feet (provide mini- mum ten-foot clearance between trees and sewer lines} Turning Radius 12-font minimum Surface Material Compacted (imported decomposed granite or native sail}tominimize skidtling Running Grade, <5% =1500' 5-8% = 800'-1500' 8-10% = 50D'-$DO' >1D% = max 500' Cross Slope Two percent (5 percent maximum; 4 percent maximum at paved crossings) Trees and Shrubs Trees: One tree per every 15 Inew planting) feet along both sides of trail Shrubs: Two shrubs per tree Barriers New barriers shall be wildlife friendly, providing a minimum 18- inch gap between the bottom hori- zontalrail and finish grade, Valve Soxes Install at least 5 feet from edge and flush with grade III-2 2' 2' SHLDR ~ 8. ~- SHLDR TRAI L Trail Corridor Adjacent to a Road T------ Minimum Set- ~'~ Minimum Setback back From Path From Edge of Edge to Adjacent ', Roatl Pavement Barrier Edge or Minimum Trail Ease- i, and Trail Etlge' Trail Treatl Property Linea ment/Corridor Width3 Transportat7on Classification (A) -I----- _ _ ___ _ ___ Width _ __ _ ...... (B) _.- _...-------.._. (C) _ (A) + 8' + {B) Freeway/Expressway (over 55 MPH) ~, 30' __ _ _- 8' 12' SD'-52' Major/Minor Arterial and Collector Street (30-55 MPH) I 20' _._____. _...__.__.__ _.___.._.__ _.__._.-- ____.---_-._-- 1 -____. __ _._._ ,__._. 8' .__._..__._ 12' 40'-42' local Street (25 MPH and under) i 6' L. - --_-_- - ----. _ ------------ - ----- ----- ~ ---- 8' 6' 20'-22' ____ ____ ~~ W ROAD SIDEWALK iA! 5ET8ACK LL {-- .-....,.o -.. ~..-d- ~ -~ ~ u ~ ~~ s '`"° ~ ~ ~"~~ Z u ~h'~i+ ~ U , i '~+ NQ r~ 3) ~ )3 ~ 3' I x d ~~ m ~~ W i° rJ Y' W d ~( [I a I~ Cu ..f j .-~_ 2' 2' SI-ILDR ' 8' ~ SHLDR rRAiL {B) SEFBACK (C) MINIMUM EASEMENT/CORRIDOR WIDTH 1. Includes two-foot shoulder, three- foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance and sidewalk if required. 2. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or difficult terrain to accom- modate switchbacks, avoidance of ob- stacles, etc. 3. If minimum corridor width is not ~ available, priority should be given first ~ to providing the distance between the ~ edge of road pavement and the trails, second to the distance from the trail edge to the adjacent barrier, edge or ~ property line defined as a fence, wall, building, etc. ~ T N A r- ~ / K 1 '' nn V' rTl ~ '' V' z D /~ Q Mnrana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan III-3 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Q UJ ~' ....J i~ H F--1 i~ Q ~.. . ~s`° III-4 Trail Corridor Adjacent to a River or Drainageway ~ Setback From Trail Edge to Adjacent Trail Width Barrier Edge or Property Line' s' ~ 20' Minimum Trail Easement/Cor- ridor Width2 = 8' + (2 x 20'I A4~ r ~ 2, 2, I SHLDR \ g' ~ SHLDR TRAI L 20" 20' SETBACK SETBACK 48' RIVER,lDRAINAGE MINIMUM EASEMENT,~CORRIDORWIDTH CORRIDOf~ 1. Includes two-foot shoulder and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance each side. 2. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or difficult terrain to accommodate switchbacks, avoidance of obstacles, etc. Trail Corridor in an Open Space/Greenway (other than a River or Drainage ways Setback From Trail Edge to Adjacent Minimum Trail Easement/Cor- TrailWidth I Barrier Edge or Property Line' ritlor Width = 8' + (2 x 20') 8' ~ 20' 48' WALL, FENCE, PROPERTY LINE OR BARRIER 2' ~~~~~~~` t ~I '~ `~ ~ f ~. ~ ,~--~ 2' w Q m 0 w z IJ l w a 0 a w u 0 w 1. Includes two-foot shoulder and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance each side. 2. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or difficult terrain to ac- commodate switchbacks, avoidance of obstacles, etc Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Muster Plan III-5 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Single-track Trails Width Two to three feet Shoulder Minimum two-foot wide softl mowed/six-inch maximum height herbaceous plants/native soil Vertical Clearance 12-foot minimum Side Clearance No vegetation or obstacles within a three-foot high by three-foot wide space ,~^' each side. Three-foot minimum to signs, benches, or any vertical element. Thorny Plants Minimum 10-foot clearance be- tweentrail edge and newly planted thorny plants. Align trail to avoid f~- existing thorny plants wherever pos- Bible to minimize their removal. Clearance to Trees ~ Minimum six feet (provide mini- ,~,. mum ten-toot clearance between trees and sewer lines) ~ Valve Boxes Install at least 5 feet from edge and flush with grade Turning Radius Five-foot minimum ~ Surface Material Compacted natve soil Running Grade <5% =1500' 5-B% =800'-1500' 8-10% = 500'-800' ~-- >10% = max 500' ise trails are located within preserved open space, washes, mountainous areas, non-developed,] protected areas. They are built with greater sensitivity to the existing natural environment and are ~efore narrower than the trail used in more developed parts of the system, but still should accom-,, date multiple user groups who prefer an unpaved surface. Single-track Trails should be no wider, ~ they need to be, with two to three feet being the recommended width range. l DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Sight Lines. Lay out trails to maximize visibility of approaching trail users, thereby increasing reaction time and minimiz conflicts. Grades. Lay out trails to minimize extreme slopes and grade changes thereby allowing users to stay uni control at all times. A variety of slopes creases a more interesting and positive experience. Alignment. Vary the trail alignment to create an interesting variety of views and to avoid specimen plants. 1 best horizontal alignment (how a trail looks from above) includes simple curves rather than strain, sections with sharp turns. Drainage. Provide drainage control techniques that avoid any drainage flow above or across a trail. Setbacks. Landscape setback standards are expressed as minimums. Trey should be as wide as possible. Plant Preservation. Care should be given during trail construction to preserve existing vegetation in place. Passing Areas. When in steep terrain, incorporate passing areas of 5 feet wide by 10 feet long in natural openir in the landscape. Switchbacks. Where more than one switchback is necessary to climb steep grades, minimize the physical visual impact by not stacking switchbacks along a slope face; spread them out. Landscape. Landscaping shall be native. Water harvesting techniques should be integrated into designs where possible. ~ _. ~ ~. !Cross Slope ~ Two percent (5 percent maximum; 4 percent maximum at paved crossings) H L........__..__ ...___ ----- _.._....-----...----_----- _--------__--- Z 4---I Clearance to Trees Strive to maintain six feet between trail ~ t--I **,,,,~~ edge and tree trunk, Cut trees and shrubs N /1 back to the trunk. To create more visual ~ interest and slow users down, don't cut all vegetation back exactly the same distance. i Barriers New barriers shall be wildlife friendly, ~ ~°'I providing a minimum 18-inch gap between ~'" the bottom horizontal rail and finish grade. .~~ `.. III-6 r i w I UZ I ~~ ~ ~ ~ I >~ I ~ ~ ~. ~~ ~ ~.~t_~ .~, ;J ~' 13' ~ ~' r-- ~ L~ . 2, ~, SHLDR 2'-3' SHLDIZ SINGIE-TRACK TRAIL Single-track Trail Corridor Adjacent to a Road Transportation Classification Freeway/Expressway {over 55 MPH) Major/Minor Arterial and Collector Street (30-55 MPH) Local Street (25 MPH and under) Minimum Setback From Edge of Road Pavement Single-track and Trail Edge1 Trail Tread (A) Width 30' 2'-3' 20' 2'-3' 6' 2'-3' MINIMUM EASEMENT/COftRIDRO WIDTH Minimum Setback From Path Edge to Adjacent Minimum Trail Ease- Barrier Edge or ment/Corridor width Property Line2 (C) _ (A) + (2' (8) to 3') + (B) 12' 44'-45' 12' 34'-35' 6' 14'-15' 1. Includes two-foot shoulder, three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance and sidewalk if required. 2. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or difficult ter- rain to accommodate switchbacks, avoidance of obstacles, etc. m Z 0 X I A m D Z 0 D n~ V Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Muster Plan III-7 SINGLE-TRACK TRAIL ' t' ~i (Bj SETBACK i1 SEFBA(=K ~'~ 2'-3' (C) ~~ BACKCOUNTRYTRAIL. Manna Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan ~~~ ~"~ I z I ~ ~ , zW ~ ~ ~ ~ u .l I J ~ ~ N I ~ f ~ 3' I K - u3 ~-....._ "~, ~;~I I• ~, SHLDR ~~`, i( SHLDR Single-track Trail Corridor Adjacent to a River, Wash or Drainage Setback From Trail Edge to Top of Adja- Minimum Trail Easement/Corridor Backcountry Trail Tread Width cent Barrier Edge or Property Line' widths _ (2' to 3') + (2 x 15')~ 2'-3' ~ 15' 32 -33' WASH, RIVER OR DRA I NAGEWAY w is m 0 w z J w d 0 a ws U O w 'I 'I 15' 15' SETBACK SET~BA(_K 2'-3' 32, 33; SINGLE-TRACK TRAIL MINIMUM EASEMENT/CORRIDOR WIDTH 1. Includes two-foot shoulder and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance each side. 2. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or difficult terrain to accommodate switchbacks, avoidance of obstacles, etc. III-8 Single-track Trail Corridor in an Open Space/Creenway (other than a river or drainage way} Single-track Trail Tread Width 2'-3' 15' ~~~~ WALL, FENCE, PROPERTY LINE OR BARRIER Setback Erom Trail Edge to Adjacent Barrier Edge ar Property Line' 15' 5E i~BACK I 15' S ET~BAC K 2'-3' - SINGLE-TRACK TRAIL 32'-33' MINIMUM EASEMENTJCORRIDORWlDTH Minimum Trail Easement/Corridor ~ 1. Includes two-foot shoulder and three- WidthZ = (2' to 3'- + IZ, x 15')~ foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance each side. 3z'-33' 2. Increase width as needed in areas of - -- - - - - - - steep or difficult terrain to accommodate switchbacks, avoidance of obstacles, etc. W Q m 0 W z J W a 0 a w u 04 W Marana Parks, Recreation, trails And Open Spnce Master Plan III-9 SHLDR ~~~~, I'_ SHLDR Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan _ _ Width r __ _ _ ______ ___ _ ___ ____ ~ Twelve feet paved plus four feet unpaved on one side. Shoulder Minimum two-foot soft/mowed on side opposite unpaved four feet Vertical Clearance 12-foot minimum Side Clearance ~ Three feet high by three feet wide space on side of four-foot shoulder for vegeta- tion orobstacles. Three-foot minimum to signs, benches, or any vertical element. Thorny Plants Minimum 10-foot clearance be- tweentrail edge and newly planted thorny plants. Align trail to avoid existing thorny plants wherever pos- sible to minimize their removal. Clearance to Trees Minimum six feet {provide mini- mum ten-foot clearance between trees and sewer lines) Bicycle Design Speed 20 mph; 30 mph when downgrade exceeds 4% or with strong prevailing tailwinds m- Garners i New barriers shall be wrldlrfe friendly, providing a minimum 18-inch gap between the bottom horizontal rail and finish grade. Valve Boxes ~ Install at least 5 feet from edge and flush with grade Running Grade 6% up to 800 feet 7% up to 400 feet 8% up to 30D feet 9% up to Z00 feet 10% up to 100 feet 11% and greater up to 50 feet Horizontal Alignment 'i Refer to AASHTO Guidelines. Gentle meander acceptable with ~ minimum 200-foot radius. 1 Anything above 5% is not considered accessible per ADA. Grades above 5% should only occur where terrain dictates. Surface Material Concrete or asphalt for paved par- tion;one-quarter inch minus deco posed granite for unpaved portion This paved facility is used by bicyclists, pedestrians, joggers, strollers, wheelchair users, in-line skat- ers, other non-motorized users, and anyone wanting a smooth and consistent surface. Paths are signed for various users, are ADA accessible (when less than five percent grades), and may also be used by small maintenance and emergency response vehicles. Paths include an adjacent four-foot unpaved shoulder on one side to provide greater options for the diversity of non-motorized users from roller bladers, who prefer a paved surface, to joggers, who prefer an unpaved surface. l7ESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Corridor Width. Secure as broad a corridor as possible to enhance the user experience. Landscape. Landscaping is an opportunity to highlight and enhance regional and local character, therefore, landscaping shall be native and/or near native. Water harvesting techniques should be integrated into design wherever possible. Refer to local jurisdictions for specific approved plant lists. Respite Areas. Provide respite areas with seat walls, plazas, and other design features at logical locations along path corridors. Compliment amenities at entry nodes and trailheads. Curb Cuts. Limit driveway path crossings to a maximum of every quarter-mile. Signs. Include high-quality signs and interpretive exhibits where appropriate. Sign vehicular crossings of the paths with stop and warning signs to help ensure user safety. Freeway Adjacent. Provide a minimum four-foot high landscaped berm between freeways and paths to enhance the feeling of separation. Connectivity. Enhance connectivity to community features, such as parks, schools, shopping, offices, and neighborhoods by supplementing the recommendations of this plan and provide additional linked routes and connections. Sight Lines. Lay out trails to maximize visibility of approaching trail users, thereby increasing reaction time and' minimizing conflicts. Setbacks. Landscape setback standards are expressed as minimums. ~~~~~~~ They should be as wide ! as possible. w References. See AASHTO's 1999 _z Q Z ~ I Guide for the Development ~ of Bicycle Facilities, page ~r w u~ J 33, "Shared Use Paths". ~ u 2 SHL 3' SETB~ 1' _DR III-10 Path Corridor Adjacent to a Road Mwmum Setback Minimum Fram Path Edge Setback From Edge to Adjacent of Road Pavement Barrier Edge or Minimum Path Ease- l to Path Edge' Property line3 meet/Corridor Width° Transportation Classification ~~ (A) Path Witlthz (B) (C) _ (A) + 12' + (B) ---._.. j _.... ____ __._____ _ __ .. _.._---- .-_-__ ___ _.. _.. _ _._-- -----_ _ ._ ___- Freeway/Expressway (aver 55 MPH) , 30' 12' 12' S4' Major/Minor Arterial and Collector Street 12' 12' 12' 36' (30-55 MPH) local Street (25 MPH and under) ~~, 6' 12' 6' 24' Q' m d 0 w Z J W a a w u 0 w 1. Includes two-foot shoulder/vegetation clearance. 2. 12' minimum to Match the City of Tucson Standard. 3. Includes four-foot shoulder. 4. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or difficult terrain to accommodate switchbacks, avoidance of obstacles, improve sight lines, etc. NOTE: Where paths parallel a road, con- sider deleting the separate sidewalk, thereby creating a larger landscape buffer between the path and road and decreasing costs. -0 m Z X I T~ N ~_ ~r- V rr~~ V+ m `® -Y /1J Marano Parks, Recreation, trails and Open Space Master Plan III-11 ~~ VAT}i ~ ~A) ~~) SETBACK SETBACK (Cl MINIMUM EASEMENTJCONRIDOn WIDTH Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Path Corridor Adja~ont to a River or Drainageway 1. 12' minimum to Match the Town of Marana Standard. 2. Includes four-foot wide shoulder on the drainage way side and two-foot shoulder on the other side. 3. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or difficult terrain to accommodate switchbacks, avoidance of obstacles, improve sight lines, etc. .,_,,,~ ~ ~ W ~ ~ m o w z n I~ f~ . ~, r ", p I „1 ~ 7Q7 ( ~ ~ FENCE OR;--. ;°. ~ I I BARRIER ~ ~ ~ I ~ ` n, W J I RIVER/DRAINAGE CORRIDOR ~- 4, 2, SHLDR 12' SHLDR PATH 12' 12' SETBACK SETBACI< 36' MINIMUM EASEMENT/CORRIDOR WIDTH III-12 Path Corridor in an Open Space{Greenway (other than a river or drainageway} 1. 12' minimum to Match the City of Tucson 5tan- 5etback From Path Edge to Adjacent dard. Barrier Edge or Property Linez Minimum Path Easement/Corridor Path Width' (BI width3 =i2' + (2 x 12') 2. Includes four-foot shoulder. 1Z' ~ iz 3~ 3. Increase width as needed in areas of steep or _ __ __ __ _ ~ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ___ _ __. ___ _.__~ difficult terrain to accommodate switchbacks, avoid- ance of obstacles, improve sight lines, etc. WALL, FENCE, PROPERTY LINE OR BARRIER PATH 1 Z' SETBACK 36' 12' SETBACK MINIMUM EASEMENT/CORRIDOR WIDTH Murunu Parks, Retrealion, Trails And Dpen Space Mnsler Plan III-13 SHLDR ~\ ! 12• ~ i" ~ SHLDR Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Riverparks and Greenways Greenways are a corridor that typically features a path and trail, preserved native vegetation and/ j or landscape plantings, and pedestrian amenities. Greenways typically follow washes or drain- age ways but can also be adjacent to roads. If the greenway is along a wash, the path and trail can be together on one side or one on each side of the wash. Greenways are similar to Riverparks except that right-of-way width is less, features are less extensive, and at-grade !~ crossings of streets are more common. !, DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Corridor Width. The minimum corridor width for Greenways is 5Q feet. However, additional space is recom- mended wherever possible to help enhance the quality and impact of the greenway system, reduce the urban heat island effect, and allow for the restoration of the wildlife habit that once existed along the edges of the community's major watercourses. Encroachment. New development shall not encroach into Greenway corridors. Dedication. New development adjacent to Greenway corridors shall dedicate the 50-foot minimum corridor and construct the amenities consistent wish ibis plan. Design Integration. Urban design that integrates residential and commercial projects along the Greenway corridor is welcome and shall be strongly encouraged. Development should not "turn its back" on Greenway, thereby creaking an unsightly and undesirable condition of loading docks, service areas, and dumpsters in view of the Greenways. Combined Public Corridor. Where opportunities occur to add publicly-owned property adjacent to Greenways, such as paralleling road right-of-way or public park, these lands should be combined in to one large public corridor, Connectivity. Enhance connectivity to community features, such as parks, schools, commercial centers, offices, and neighborhoods by supplementing the recommendations of this plan and provide additional linked routes and connections to the Greenway. Edge Porosity. The concept of "porosity" shall be integrated into Greenway design, wish many opportunities to enter and exit the corridor. This will enhance safety, convenience, and connectivity. Bridges. Bridges should be as flat as possible so as not to block sight lines and enhance user safety. Underpasses. Wherever possible, separate equestrian underpasses under bridges should be provided for safety reasons. Landscape. Landscaping is an opportunity to highlight and enhance regional and local character, there- j fore, landscaping shall be native and/or near native. Water harvesting techniques should be ~', integrated into design wherever possible, Refer to local jurisdictions for specific approved plant ~'~, lists. Respite Areas. Provide respite areas with seat walls, plazas, and other design features ai logical locations along River Parks. Compliment amenities at entry nodes and trailhead. References. See Path, Trail, and Backcouniry Trait Design Considerations for additional information. Corridor Width 50 feet minimum Path/Trail Path and trail combined in one corridor Vertical Clearance 12-foot minimum Side Clearance Three feet high by three feet wide each side of trail. Paths to have a four-foot shoulder on one side and a two-foot shoulder on the other side. (See Path and Trail Standards.) 24 inches from nearest pipe rails Thorny Plants Minimum 10-foot clearance be- tweentrail edge and newly planted thorny plants. Align trail to avoid existing thorny plants wherever pos- sible tominimize their removal. Clearance to Trees Minimum six feet (provide minimum ten-foot clearance be- tweentrees and sewer lines) Surface Material (see Path and Trail standards) Design Speed (see Path and Trail standards) Running Grade (see Path and Trail standards) Horizontal Aligmnent (see Path and Trail standards) Crossings Limit driveway crossings to a maxi- mum ofevery quarter-mile, Signs Wayfinding, directional, and interpretive Barriers New barriers shall be wildlife friendly, providing a minimum 18-inch gap between the bottom horizontal rail and finish grade. III-14 Greenway Corridor With a Trail and Path Adjacent to a Road ~- -- Minimum ; Setback From Trail I~ Setback From Edge Etlge to Adjacent Minimum Greenway I, of Road Pave- Path Setback Between Traii Tread Barrier Edge or Easement ~ ment to Path' ~- -- _.--- Widths ~ Path and Trail3 j _. _ _ _ i width . _ Property line° Corridor Widths 10' __ ___ _ 12' _____ _II Varies __ - -- ___ 8' - __ __- Varies -- -- - _ 50' ----- W it Q m 0 W z- J W a 0 a w u 0 W 1. Includes two-foot shoulder and optional sidewalk. Consider deleting the separate side- walk, thereby creating a larger landscape buf- fer between the path and road and decreasing costs. 2. 12' minimum to Match the City of Tucson Standard. 3. Includes four-foot shoulder, two-foot shoul- der, and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance for the trail side. 4. Includes two-foot shoulder and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance. 5. Minimum corridor width for Greenways is 50' unless an exception is approved by the responsible jurisdiction representative to ac- commodate site constraints. III-15 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails dnd Dpen Space Master Plan Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Greenway Corridor With a Trail and Path Adiacent to a Drainage wav/Wash Setback From Adjacent ' Setback From Trail Edge Minimum Green- Barner atTop of Bank, Path Setback Between Trail Tread to Adjacent Barrier way Easement/ or Tap of Bank to Path' Widths Path and Trail' Width Edge or Property Line° Corridor widths Varies 12' Varies 8' Trail 3' Backcountry Trail Varies 5D' 'JCS,,, J lJ ~~'' (l)~~ 4 ~~ / ~V y ~~ r d 7 .~ - _ `~. F. 7 o L_. -. .~~r_ .~` D~ {w D I t f ~ i U I ~ `~' ^ ' $ I ~~ ~ I I FENCE OR ~ ~ I ~ F ~ • 3' I i 3~ BARRIER ~ w I ~ w~.~(~.t-~} J..~-t ~. i ~. -'~ ?' ~. 13' ~~ PATH ---~~~ ~ ~ ..FRAIL" ,{ 2' VARIES VARIES VARIES SETBACK SEPARATION SETBACK 5D' RIVER~DIU~INN('f MINIMUM fASf_MENT~]C:ORRIIaOR WIDTH ,ui~,r s' TRAIL OI? 3' SINGLE-TRACK TRAIL G W L (y_A r W (a O ~a 1. Includes four-foot wide shoulder. 2. 12' minimum to Match the City of Tucson Standard. 3. Includes two-foot shoulder for trail and path and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance for the trail side. 4. Includes two-foot shoulder and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance. 5. Minimum corridor width for Greenways is 50' unless an exception is approved by the responsible jurisdiction representative to ac- commodate site constraints. III-16 Greenway Corridor With a Trail and Path in an Open Space Area (other than a drainage way, wash, or along a roadl i Setback From Adjacent Bar- Setback From Trail rier at Top of Edge to Adjacent Minimum Green- i Bank, or Top of Setback Between Path Barrier Edge or way Easement/ Bank to Pathl Trail Treadwidth~ Path and Trail3 Width Property line° Corndor Widths 8' Trail Varies i 3' Srngle -track Trail Varies 12' Varies 50' W ~:~.,/ ~ , ~ ~ ,, . _,~ ° ~ < .~ ,~ Z J ~. o ~ ~ ~, d ~ ~ ~ K w r' , ~ •~ ~ iJ % ! ' -.. J - ~ ., 1 t ~ 1 w ~ 1...- - Q > f ~j ~ .3 I i i E l z' TRAIL 2' (~ z' iz' ~` PATH VARIES VAI11E5 SE1 RACK SEPARATION ~~~ w - 8' TRAIL OR 3' SINGLE-TRACK TRAIL MINIMUM EASEMENT/CORRIDOR WIDTH Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Masier Plan _~ ~'~ ,~ f d." ~ I ZQ ~ ~i~ i a ~~ 1 ' `_ w 2 'i^ I~ ,~ ~ ° s Z ~ `~ '~' ~ r ~.~. , ~U ~M f ~ n,J% d '- `'C W V V ' ! ~ ~~ w LLl y, > i { i I 4'! VARIES SETBACK 1. Includes two-foot shoulder and three-foot by three-foot wide vegetation clearance. 2. Includes two-foot shoulder for trail and path and three-foot high by three-foot wide vegetation clearance for the trail side. 3. Current minimum path width standards vary by jurisdiction in Pima County. i.e., ~' Pima County and the City of Tucson stan- ~ lard is 12', the Town of Gro Valley stan- ~ lard is 10'. Maintain minimum path stan- m lard per jurisdiction. 4. Includes four-foot shoulder. (~ 5. Minimum corridor width for Greenways x is 50' unless an exception is approved by the responsible jurisdiction representative to , accommodate site constraints. ..,..~ Zl D r m ~ ^' / 4 r D Z D 0 III-17 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Trailheads, Entry Nodes, And Boundary Access Points There are several types of improved access paints which ensure public access to the path and trail netwark while enhancing safety and user experiences, Most importantly, the overall success of a trail/path system largely depends on the ease with which people can access the facilities, either by walking, riding or biking from home or by driving to convenient, safe, and well-equipped trailheads. This ease of accessing a trail system is also often referred to as porosity or edge porosity. The types of access points are Trailheads, Entry Nodes, and Boundary Access Points. ''.DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS ~i Standard Trailheads Features common to all standard trailheads include: Paved parking ~~I Picnic ramadas Trail maps, information, and regulations ' ~ , Restrooms i Shade ~ Trailheads with Equestrian Facilities ,~!{ All features identified for Standard Trailhead plus: • One-quarter inch minus decomposed granite surface for equestrian parking and off-loading areas ', Separation of equestrians from other users in parking ', and trail access ', Perimeter fencing and self-closing gates at pedestrian ~ i and trail entrances near streets •Pull-through, circular roadway, and parking areas fo U~D EDGE POROSITY vehicles pulling horse trailers ~' multi le access Dints} ~ ~ ~' / Entry Nodes ~ school Entry nodes should be located at approximately one- ~~ !~"/` ~ ' / _ oNE~ Sr~,~e quarter-mile intervals along corridors, a distance typi- ~ ,_,.1 ~ f cally cited as a reasonable walking distance to a ~~, Wash Corndor ~, ~1 ~ ___ . - Cntry N~~~l~ rtyE,; destination. ' .~ ~ ~ , ,~ ~` ,; ~ ~,~h, max,,,,,.,,,, s „~,,, herw~,.,, ~nrry „~~i~5 • Entr nodes do not include arkin facilities. 1.- K Y P g `~y Y, ~ ~, • Entry nodes include amenities to improve comfort and ~- ~ _ __ _ _ _ ___ ~~ ~ j, ry n _~„ ~, ~r provide helpful information to users such as benches, ~ ~ r _, Y . "'t`` ~`°'~`a~~~ _- - ~ - Path ~~ trail Con,doi signs, water, shade, bike racks, and optional lighting. .. i n k • Site specific designs can also create or enhance ~ l near ar /ereeway/open SPacc - - y ,~ , ~ neighborhood identity, incorporate public art, and/or ~--+ ,~'~ ~ -- -~` i`- ct,l~~iE~ s~,~ provide cultural or environmental interpretation op- Private Park/open spau - -- -- -- - ~ ~~ a . '~ ~ ~' ~. portunities. ~~ ,~., ~ Commercial/Restaurant Patio ~ ~~~ ~ Quasrpub~ic/School ~;.x_ ' ' Public Park r~,alityjlrailhead -- -------------~--- ~._ - ' ''~ "~~ _.. -- l3oumiary Access ~ ~ ~ * PoInL : ~.- .., .. ---•.~ 1..6. ..f ~ III-18 Small Standard Trailhead I7railheads are located along all types and levels of trail and path corridors. They provide parking spaces, as well as non-vehicular access to local and 'regional destinations and open space areas. There are two proposed Standard Trailheads -large and small They can be located within neighborhood,~'I community, or trails parks or can be built as separate facilities. See the Trail Standards section fro more information. A Standard Trailhead provides traill~ and path users with convenient parking, informational signs, and other amenities associated with a jumping off point for the path and trail system. Area and General Parking ~ Rest- Amenity Size ~ Spaces' rooms lighting GeneralAmenities Signs Small ~ ~ ~ Benches, drinking water, land- Rules/notices, general and in- 6-30 std. (TH[5]] ; Yes Yes scape/shade structure/picnic ra- terpretive signs, location map rnada, trash disposal, bike racks large Benches, drinking water, land- Rules/notices, general antl in- (TH[L]] 31-60 std. Yes Yes scape/shade structure/picnic ra- terpretive signs, location map mach, trash disposal, bike racks 1. Parking spaces are in addition to number of required parking spaces for combined park site. Note: The facilities and improvements noted above are recommended and will typically be required for the trailhead types listed. Final determination of the scope of trailhead development will be determined by the applicable jurisdic- tion or agency parks and recreation department. Modifica- tions to these standards may be proposed in response to: Existing conditions associated with the approved site Anticipated demand for various types of public use The economic cost of utility service extensions • Consistency with adopted resource management plans, park master plans, and/or other adopted planning documents CONCEPTUAL SMALL TRAILHEAU -Mail rt~G Hp5ir00n1 Wlt~l f.DVpffd walkway all sides and drinking fountain Trailhead Sign (typ) Trash Enclosure Lighting (typ) Asphale Parking - 2ospacps (natural surface optional) Parallel Parking rking Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Masser Plan III-19 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Qpen Space Master Plan LargeStandard Trailhead (For Future Reference -Not Currently Shown In This Plan) i~UNCEF'TUAL LAf~(~ETRAILHEAD Trail (iy~~i Ra~ri,id~i I~YPI Restroom with covered walkway all sides and drin~inc frnn~tain Li~1~IhCai~ ;~r~ii I IYfii Li~htin}; (ryp I Trash C-nclusure Asphalt Parking 44 space (natural surface optional) Trail Connection III-20 Trailhead With Equestrian Facilities There are two proposed sizes of Trailheads with Equestrian Facilities: large and small. These facilities provide features for equestrian uses as well as other trailhead parking and amenities. These facilities can be located along all classifications of unpaved trail corridors. '~ i 1. Standard parking spaces are in addition to I Area and Equestrian Ameni- number of required parking spaces for com- General l Rest- ~ Amenity ties:EQwatersource, bleed park Site. Size ~ Parking Spaces' rooms 'I Lighting ,General Amenities Signs tethering rails _~ _ __ I i __ _ __._1._ ____ - - - - -- Small 6-30 std. Yes Yes (THE[S]) +5-8 equestrian2 Large ~ 31-60 std. ~ +10-15 eques- ~ Yes ,Yes ]THE[L]) trian2 '~ I CONCEPTUAL SMALL TWI1LHFl1D WITH EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES Benches, drinkingwater, landscape/ shade struc- ture/picnic ramada, trash disposal, bike racks Benches, drinking water, landscape/ shade struc- ture/picnic ramada, trash disposal, bike racks Rules/notices, gen- eraland interpretive signs, location map Rules/notices, gen- eraland interpretive signs, location map Dramage,'Open SpaceJLands<.apc (typ) -- Paved Path Raised Berm (h'Pl Drinking Fountain - Pedestrian; Birydc Bridge ' - -_ Handicapped Parking -- -- Benches (ryp) - -- Trailhead Sign (typ) Ramada (y~~ y ~ Asphalt Paving ~ S spaces l ~: ~. : --~~ Sidewalk Connection Unpaved Trail - '' g gIYP) ......... • Area Li hen t ~ Fs~'*~ Optional Resu'oom -Ramada w ~ ; ~ t ~, Location IF No Restn>om --~ ~' °~ ~~,~ Mounting Block - ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ,~ Hitching Rail (typl - E~ 1 r ~ ~~ • '~? ' I ~ :~ r~ SO ..-.._ ~ a 10' Rliyi,~, ,?7rrr ~ l0 R(ryt, i ~ .,, _: °~ ,: 50 R Ryp; l ~o SNP ~ ..'?°` I Natural Surface _ Pull-through `' Parking-3Fyucstrian litadle '~~ Trailer5paces ~ ~ Concrete Ribbon; Flush Curb (typ) truce around trailhead --1~" with equestrian easy-opcr~ ~~ gate for mounted riders where trailhead links to the trail sysrem (typ i ` ~ Underpass `~~ pedestrian Scale Gale OP~~ - locking Vehicular Gate a J% /rr --- Local Sidewalk 2. Equestrian parking requirements: 25-foot Yes, plus ADA mount- min. width by 60- to 70-foot length. ing ramp or platform, manure disposal areal Note: The facilities and improvements noted __.___ round pen,1 wash rack _---_______.__.._._. _.__..._.__ _. above are recommended and Wlll t (Call YP~ y be required for the trailhead types listed. Yes, plus ADA mount- ing ramp or platform Final determination of the scope of trail- , manuredisposal areal head development will be determined by the round pen,1 wash rack applicable jurisdiction or agency parks and ___ _ ___ _.__ . recreation department. Modifications to these standards may be proposed in response to: • Existing conditions associated with the ap- proved site Anticipated demand for various types of public use • The economic cost of utility service exten- sions • Consistency with adopted resource manage- ment plans, park master plans, and/or other adopted planning documents Small Trailhead With Equestrian Facilities Marano Parks, Reuaafion, trails And Open Space Muster Plan liI_21 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And (Jpen Space Master Plan (u 11 L~.~ /1 p~ V1 Large Trailhead With Equestrian Facilities CONC[I?TUAL LF~RG[ TRl~ILHE~U WITH EQUESTRIAN. FACULTIES. IraJ (typl- Ramada (typ~- 8ench (typf ...-, Trash Enclosure -~ Lighting ~ tyP' Noneyuestrian parking Area Asphalt Surface Material - 4fi spru ~°s Mounting 81ock O ,/ Equestrian Parkin};Arca .' Nahirrd Surface Maten.tl - ~-' ~~nch,u,f, Rail (ty~,, - ~~r ~ Trail - f. Open Parkutlt ..__.._. ~•__ ._. ~! ~siroirn ~.~i Ii r ~~verr~i ~a tll:v,.~v all n iii,iiiicl iii;l ~{rinkin} Inun~ yin V O ~. ' --~' /~ `Underpass // ~ Sidewalk ~' ~ Sdewalk Gtmtectmn ~~ . ` TraVlConnec6on ~, `Locking Vehicular Gate i,optimtal treadle) 5P H nyp i _~~~ • - --- t~ente around [railhead with equestrian easv-open gate Fnr mounted riders where [railhead Inks to the • mail system (typ) fII-22 Entry Nodes Entry Nodes are developed access areas along all types of path and trail corridors that serve to encourage and welcome neighborhood and local pe- ~estrian, equestrian, and bicycle access to the path/trail system. They provide minimal amenities, most importantly trail system signs. They should be located at approximately one-quarter-mile intervals along corridors, a distance typically cited as a reasonable walking distance to a destination. Entry nodes typically do not include parking facilities, but could have up to five standard size spaces depending on needs and circumstances. Because there ~rould be numerous nodes using this spacing recommendation, they are not mapped. ~ Area and Parking ( Rest- Amenity i Spacing Acreage Spaces rooms Lighting j General Amenities Signs Equestrian Amenities i Y mile inter- ±.02 -5 Benches, drinking ~ water, landscape) None 0 tional ~ p ~ Rules/notices, general and Equestrian water source and tethering rails when ~ vals acres 'shade structure,trash ~ interpretivesigns, along an unpaved trail i disposal, bike racks _i_ --------.____.._--~ location map .._._...---- ---- 1. River Park entry nodes as often as pos- sible. Note: The facilities and improvements not- ed above are recommended and will typi- cally be required for the entry nodes. Final determination of the scope of trail- head development will be determined by the Town. Modifications to these stan- dards may be proposed in response to: Existing conditions associated with the approved site • Anticipated demand for various types of public use The economic cost of utility service extensions Consistency with adopted resource management plans, park master plans, and/or other adopted planning documents CONCEPTUAL ENTRY NODE WITHOUT PARKING Drinking Fountain Shade Structure Bench (typ) -__~~ Fence (typ) Trash Receptacle CONCEPTUAL ENTRY NODE WITH PARKING SecondaryTrailhead Sign Drinking Fountain Shade Structure Bench (typ) Fence (typ) -/ Trash Receptacle ~J ~~ . ~~-- Connection to Trail System ar ~/ Resource Area `~~ Secondary Trail Sign ['~~'~ ~m~ ~- Hitching Rail .~ ---ta--¢- Stet/-over Gate "Nn Vehicles Allowed" Sign Bicycle Rack Trail From Neighborhood/ Community Connection to Trail System or ~~~ Resource Area Hitching Rail ,~,, - ~------Step-over Gate "No Vehicles Allowed" Sign Bicycle Rack - Parking Stops (tYP) -- Lane Defining Surface Mounted Domed Cones m z X I D_ r rn -.~ D z Q Marana Parks, Re~renlion, Trails bntl Open Space Master Plan III-23 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Boundary Access Points are the smallest, most basic entry point to the natural resource areas surrounding Marana. They are generally afour-foot wide gap in the boundary fence with a small trail sign. Parking is not provided. The small fence gap prohibits access by motorized vehicles. Location Where path trail enters la public lands Area and Parking Rest- Amenity General Size Spaces rooms Lighting Amenities Signs Four-foot fence opening Rules/notices, ge r rge with step over or other None None None None and information feature to discourage include trail Hain motorized use o and location map ~- Resource Area ---% i ~,~ .y . • .~~ t .. , Trail Step-over Gate Equestrian Amenities neral may None e I boundary Fence ,... - "No Vehicles Allowed" Sign Resource name and appropriate rules, regulations, and information \~- Trail From Neighborhood/ Community III-24 Crossings Grade-Separated Grade-separated crossings trails should be routed to crosses a major arterial. Shared Bicycle/Pedestrian typically occur when a road bridges over a path or trail following a river or other linear corridor. Where possible, paths and this type of crossing, where a bridge or culvert already exists, or where one is feasible in the future, especially where a trail There are four types of grade-separated crossings that are discussed below: Bridge Underpasses, Pedestrian Underpasses, Bridge and Pedestrian/Bridge Overpass. BRIDGE UNDERPASS When a trail and/or path passes under a bridge for a road or railroad track (such as along a river or creek), the following standards apply Vertical Clearance 12-foot minimum Width 15-foot minimum pl~.is path or trail clearance standard Grade Maximum 5%. Lighting Continuous, all day under bridge Signs Multi-use trail/path signs at both ends including Trail Etiquette Public Art Incorporate public art into design location ofPath/Trail Vslithin Bridge Section Above the low-Flow channel to minimize main- tenance and maximize usability. A BRIDGE UNDERPASS with a de- fined path/trail corridor along one side of a wash/drainage corridor. Provide a separate path and trail wherever pos- sible. ~~~~7 - - PEDESTRIAN UNDERPASS Where atrail/path passes under a road or railroad In a separate structure like a culvert or a tunnel, the following standards apply. This is a structure exclusive to path/trail and drain- ageuse (except emergency and maintenance vehicles) and does not include a roadway. Vertical Clearance 12-foot minimum Width 15-foot minimum plus path or trail clearance standard Grade Maximum 5~0. Alignment As close as possible to perpendicular to the roadway to minimize length Visibility Continuous sight line distance from beginning to end Lighting Continuous, all day under bridge. Provide skylight/light tun- nel atmidpoint where medians above create opportunity Signs Multi-use trail/path signs at both ends including Trail Etiquette Public Art Incorporate public art into design Location of Path/Trail Within Bridge Section Above the low-flow channel to minimize main- tenance and maximize usability The safest and most usable PEDESTRIAN UNDERPASSES are lighted with clear sight lines. Users often share the space with drainage D 7m L Marana Parks, Retreaiion, Trails And Open Space Mosier Plan III-25 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Grade Separated Crossings (continued) 'l SHARED. BRIDGE J I Where a trail or path shares a bridge with vehicles, the bridge width should be Increased on one side of the bridge to accom- modatethe trail or path. The following standards apply: Vertical Clearance 1Z-foot minimum* ----_ _- ------ i--- --- _ ------ ----- --- ~ Width i 15 feet* Grade ~ Maximum 5%. Visibility -~ See-through, continuous sides and tops around trail/path for maximum safety lighting Ves Signs Multi-use trail/path signs at both ends including Trail Etiquette Public Art Incorporate public art into design Location ofPath/Trail Vertical separation between trail/path and Within Bridge Section traffic, such as a jersey barrier PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE/OVERPASS Incases where a special bridge that acrammodates pe- destrians, bicyclists or equestrians crosses over a road, creek or drainage, the fallowing standards apply. Vertical Clearance 12-foot minimum for pedestri- ans/bicyclists on bridge* Width 15 feet* Visibility See-through, continuous sides and tops around trail/path for maximum safety lighting Yes Public Art Incorporate public art into design Safety Incorporate devices as needed to prevent items being thrown from bridge into traffic below Signs Multi-use trail/path signs at bath I ends including Trail Etiquette A SHARED BRIDGE accommodates vehicles as well as non-vehicular users within a protective enclosure separated from vehicular traffic A PEDESTRIAN OVERPASS/BRIDGE passes above a road, railroad, canal or drainage corridor within a protective en- closure For additional information on developing bridge crossings that are equestrian friendly, refer to: Eauestrian Design Guidebook for Trails, Trailheads, and Campgrounds. Hancock, Jan et al. United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Technology & Development Program In Cooperation with United States Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration. December 2007. III-26 The following at-grade path and trail crossing treatments are guidelines only and identify desirable elements that can be incorporated into crossings to make them more accommodating to path and trail users. These guidelines must be considered in combination with all other roadway and intersection design parameters and constraints. At-Grady crossings '~ ENHANCED SIGNALIZED CROSSING j Where trails and paths encounter signalized intersections, the following guidelines apply. The design may include corner improvements on two, three or four corners and one, two, three or four cross-walk improvements, depending on the trails and paths coming together at the corner. Features Where Eques- trians Are Present Provide ladder markings of crosswalks and curb ramps at right angles to moving traffic ' Where feasible, curb extensions with landscaping and detectable warning Provide accessible pedestrian signals ' Provide adequate sight line distances that consider adequate tim e, visibility, warning signs, and lighting Do not impede sight lines at roadway crossings with signs, bus stops, benches, parked vehicles, light posts, vegetation, or oth objects that could reduce user visibility ~ Where feasible, provide a roadway refuge or median area that permits a "safe zone" when traffic is moving on a multi-lane or d~ vided roadway ~ Where feasible, provide traffic calming designs, such as flashing lights alerting drivers to a path/trail crossing area ahead in the roaddd~ way, decreased speed limits, roundabouts, narrowed travel lanes, speed tables or plateaus, and stop bars • Provide for pedestrian/equestrian scale lighting ..-, • Whenever possible, provide curb cuts for people with disabilities, which are also equestrian-friendly, Design them to be the same wic~C as the trail/path tread or greater. ~9 • Provide a "gathering space" or a holding zone/area that will sidev~au~ °r Patr, {atta~hed-iyp) i°wn °r Neighhori;°°d Traa iryP) - ~ permit a group of equestrians to stand and wait for the ap- propriate and safe time to complete a roadway crossing. The rq„esniansrat.;nsarea ~ trail surface width should fan out to incorporate a minimum ryuQSrlian ~ ~eiQht ' h d i 25•foot wide area parallel to the edge of the roadway that "s P° e (typ) °otton an is also a minimum of 15 feet in depth from the edge of the ~ roadway • E uestrian ushbuttnn-activated crosswalk si nal mounted q p ~ Fence (ryp) Split Rail Preferred Striped aike lane (typ) Nun-slip Surface Trail Crossing within the gathering space at a height of 6' at any corner Equestrian Stagingarca crossed by the trail Median Rer°~e (typ) (,/~ • The tread for an at-grade, hard-surface roadway cross- oeteuab~e warnings (ryp) ing should have enough texture to prevent an equine's Sidtwvalk or Path m hooves from slipping on the surface. Heavy traffic requires (detached ~ ryp) a very durable tread surface such as washed concrete with ~.addrr nlarkn, s °f 3l8 -112-inch exposed broken aggregate. Very light traf- Perpendicn~ar c°rh ~'~°~~w-aik (tyP~ [,/~ fie roadways can generally utilize grooved or very coarse Ran,ps (ryp) broom•finished concrete surfaces, bricks, pavers, or chip seat D asphalt. Concrete grooves should be incised perpendicular to si h airessih~e Pedestrian nai and vrsh nun°n (typ) C.gnestrian staKing area z e direction of travel for trail users on the roadwa crossin ' t y g Landscaped Median Depth of the grooves should be 114 to 1 /2 inch deep, at 1 to 2-inch intervals. NOTE: Typical asphalt and concrete road or ~t,, sidewalk surfaces DO NOT provide enough texture or traction ~ and can be very slippery to an equine. • Fencing or barriers to separate trail from path, adjoining (~ property, etc. (,~ Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan III-27 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan At-Grade Crossings MID-BLOCK CROSSING At the few locations where a trail or path follows a utility corridor and intersects a street where no other street or potentially signalized intersection exists, the crossing can be enhanced to better warn roadway and path/trail users of this crossing. Many of the same features of the enhanced at-grade crossing apply to mid-block crossings as well. These features would include one or more of the elements shown below. Features Ladder or continental style marked crosswalks 'i Adequate sight line distance considering time, visibility, amenities, warning, signs, and lighting • Gather spaces at each crossing side • Push button activated crosswalk signals at 6-foot height for equestrians and at pedestrian heights at sides of road and within the median • Detectable warning at street/path/trail edge • Crossing island or median (raised or flush) safe zone with curb ramps (if raised) and staggered or "Danish Offset" the same width or greater than path/trail • Where feasible, provide traffic calming designs such as decreased speed limits, narrowed travel lanes, speed tables or plateaus, and stop bars • Pedestrian warning signs (refer to MUTCD) for sign placement criteria. Consider yield signs, flashing yield signs, or traffic signals • Advance yield lines • Appropriate pedestrian- scale lighting Refer to the AASHTO Guide for the Planning, Design and Operations of Pedestrian Facilities, July 2004., Section 3.4 "Midblock Crossings" and the AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, 1999, pages 46-53 for additional information. _ r _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ _ _ __ Sidewalk (typ) Masl Arm With lighted Pedestrian Sign I F --+ ~ " ,"`~ P h at (typ) I Trail (typ} Angled Pedesrnan Travel Q Way orPath/Trail Users Can View Oneomin iraffie as ~ They Approac Crossing Landscaped Median ' 4 Plants Below 3 Tall Q_ ~,,, III-28 8' Min to 10' Width Crossing Alternative Surface Treatment Pavers or {i- 112" To 3/4" Exposed Aggregate Concrete Curb Cut and ADA Ramp (typ) The feasibility of providing any mid-block crossing decreases as a roadway is widened, Trni~Garherin~;Area and speeds and traffic increase. As this 2s' wide x 1s oe~~~ p,~f,) situation develops over time, it is possible Traa~Path Light (typl that trails along mid-block corridors would ~rrarrit L.igh1 Actuator n.yi>~ be routed to nearby signalized or grade- separated crossings and mid-block crossings will be discouraged through signs, fencing, and/or barriers. At-Grade Crossings Nationwide, transportation planners and officials are exploring mid-block crossing options. Tucson has three types that are gaining popularity (www.tucsonaz.gov). PELICAN Traffic Signal The PEdestrian Llght Control ActivatioN (PELICAN) system provides a safe, two-stage crossing for pedestrians. The crossing incorporates the median island refuge between the two stages. These crossings can be easily identified by artwork displayed on the median. The PELICAN is placed mid-block on major streets, and minimizes the potential for stops, delays, and accidents. A pedestrian uses the crossing by pressing a button to activate the first signal. When the light turns red, a "WALK" signal prompts them to proceed to the median. The pedestrian then walks a short distance along the median to activate the second signal. A second "WALK" indication appears when the traffic signal turns red. The PELICAN uses a standard Red-Yellow-Green signal for motorists and remains green unless activated by a pedes- trian. Bicyclists should yield to pedestrians, dismounting if necessary. TOUCAN Traffic Signal The Two Groups CAN cross (TOUCAN) system was designed to provide a safe crossing for two groups - pedes- trians and bicyclists. TOUCAN systems are placed at locations of heavy bicycle and pedestrian crossing activity and along roadways that are prioritized for non-motorized uses, sometimes known as "Bike Boulevards." An added benefit to the TOUCAN signal system is that motorized traffic is not allowed to proceed through these signals, decreasing the number of cars on neighborhood streets, and enhancing the neighborhood's quality of life. A TOUCAN can be activated only by bicyclists or by pedestrians. Both use a push button to activate the signal. Bicyclists respond to an innovative bicycle signal and use a special lane when crossing. Pedestrians get a standard WALK indication and have a separate, adjacent crosswalk. The system uses a standard signal for motorists. HAWK Pedestrian Flasher The High Intensity Activated Cross WaIK (HAWK) is one of the newest crossing systems in use. It is based on a European design and resembles the American school bus "children present" warning. The HAWK consists of a Red- Yellow-Red signal format for motorists. The signals remain off until a pedestrian activates the system by pressing a but- ton. First, a FLASHING YELLOW light warns motorists that a pedestrian is present. The signal then changes to SOLID YELLOW, alerting drivers to prepare to stop. The signal then turns SOLID RED and shows the pedestrian a "WALK" symbol. The signal then begins ALTERNATING FLASHING RED and the pedestrian is shown a flashing "DON'T WALK" with a countdown timer. Drivers are allowed to proceed during the flashing red after coming to a full stop and making sure there is no danger to pedestrians. In school zones, drivers must wait until the children and crossing guard are completely out of the crossing before proceeding. Bicyclists are advised to yield to pedestrians and dismount if necessary. Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Spare Master Plan III-Z9 ~" r ,., Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan At-Grade Crossings WASH LOW FLOW OR DIP CROSSING These crossings can be used at drainage areas where a bridge structure is financially unfeasible or where flows are small or infrequent. They can be installed as an initial phase and eventually replaced by a separate pedestrian/bridge overpass or a shared bridge, thereby ensuring year round use. __ __ Vertical Clearance ; 12-foot minimum Width 1 Same as the trail or path Surface Unpaved trait crossing: washed concrete with 3/8"-1/2"exposed broken aggregate or incise grooves in con- crete perpendicular to direction of trail traveler,l/A-1/2" deep at 1-2"intervals; Thickened concrete edges Path crossings: heavy broom finish in concrete perpendicular to direction of path traveler; thickened concrete edges L~ f F--~1 ,~,~// L,L.~ 1 F-^-I H F--i Q 11J C].. II~.. Line the ramps upper and lower edges with 5-inch to 6-inch high rock Lighting Optional (at jurisdictions discretion for safetyl Signs Multi-use trail/path signs at both ends including Trail Etiquette '~a.~"'Ft, . ~ .~' ~_~ ~?;,~,,v'~ r ~., A WASH LOW-FLOW or DIP CROSSING provides a stable and firm footing for all users III-30 Signs DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS • Use distinct or identifying shape • Use of jurisdictional logo and/or new logo for Pima Regional Trail System • Use universal/international pictorials recreational symbols. • Design for flexibility and modularity • Design for shade and/or protection from the elements at appropriate locations • Incorporate color coding for various types of information • Use durable, low maintenance materials • Design for simple and straight forward sign ordering and installation procedures (professional, staff, volunteers) • Incorporate simple fabrication procedures " • Incorporate readily available materials to lessen costs ~7 • Use non-fade colors ITl • Strive for vandal resistance in materials and fabrication techniques. • Conduct a detailed sign inventory by path or trail corridor and recommend specific locations for all sign types. ~ • Universal pictorials A sign template that incorporates the name of the trail or facility, the name of the jurisdiction in which .: ~ the particular trail is located and, when the trail is part of the regional trail system, a symbol showing the ;FI7 regional trail system segment should be posted. The sign could also include room for logos and/or names associated with sub-trail systems. ~ I~ m D Z O D Marana Parks, Re(reatlDn, Trails And Open Spare Master Plan III-31 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan Signs Sign Type large entry monument Sign i Reference j A-1 ~ ~ Sign Description/Information Facility name, address, jurisdictional logo, Pima Regional Trail System logo Recommended Locations At drive-in location to largest trail- heads with large amount of parking and access to main trails and paths Medium entry A-2 Facility name, address, jurisdictional logo, At drive-in location to smaller trailheads monument ~ Pima Regional Trail System logo with at least 10 parking spaces and ac- j cess to major path or trail corridor Primary Trailhead TH-1 front Sitle: Jurisdictional logo and/or Pima Regional Trail System At trail/path access point from a trailhead logo, trail/path name, regulation description and universal sym- or from other public areas like parks. bols if any, approved trail use, Universal Trail Access Info (sur- face, length, typical slopes, etc.j trail etiquette triangle if more than one use, directional arrows, map of Pima Regional Trail System logo path/trail system network with "you are here." Backside: Jurisdictional logo and/or Pima Regional Trail System logo, trail/path name, bulletin board with space for brochures, fliers, pamphlets, small maps, temporary warnings, etc. Room far additional information, directional arrow panels. Secondary TH-2 Front Side: Jurisdictional logo and/or Pima Regional Trail At trail/path access point within an Entry Node. Trailhead System logo, trail/path name, regulation description and ,' universal symbols if any, Universal Trail Access Info (surface, length, typical slopes, etc.) approved trail use, Universal Trail Access Info (surface, length, typical slopes, etc.j trail etiquette triangle if more than one use, directional arrows. Back Side: Map of Pima Regional Trail 5ys- temnetwork with "you are here." Special Regula- ~ R-1 ~I lurisdictionai logo, distinct shape, special issue regulation, As needed where problems already exist or toryJBound- i i i.e. "No fires", "No motorized vehicles", "No vehicles beyond preventive where problem is possible or likely ary Warning ~ this point", "Private property beyond this point", "Please I respect the private property of our neighbors",etc. III-32 Signs Sign Type Interpretive Orientation -_ ._....._ _. Interpretive Sign I Reference ~ I-1 _ _._.__ ______ _... ', I-2 ', Sign Description/Information Jurisdictional logo and/or Pima Regional Trail System logo, orienting information for entire area or beginning of an interpre- five traii in written and/or graphic format _-- _____-- --__..__ ____ Jurisdictional logo and/or Pima Regional Trail System logo, interpretive informa- tion inwritten and/or graphic format Recommended Locations At beginning of interpretive trail corridor t identified features Single Path/Trail T-1 Jurisdictional logo and/or Pima Regional Approximately Y mile from trailhead and Directional j Traii System logo, trail name with direc- approximately every'/< mile along corridor j tional arrow, universal graphic symbols, distance to main features along trail, trail- heads,and intersections with other trails. Multi-Path/ T-2 Multiple trail name panels with direc- At intersection of paths/trails Trail/ Feature ~ tional arrows on perpendicular or paral- or routes to features pirectional ' lei panels, universal graphic symbols, distance to main features, trailheads, and intersections with other trails. Traii Etiquette T-3 Trail user yield triangle if more At intersectlons of paths/trails than one use allowed and at Trailheads, Entry Nodes ~ and Boundary Access points. `i~, - ,," ~ ,~ti51 ~~j. ,ti ;. \t " ~ `~ YIELD lh~~~/ i , \` , ' T ' ~ a ,, ~~~ ~~ ~~~~ '. ~•~~ ~~ ,~ ,.~ , . ', n ,, D m Z x ~_ r m D Z Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails Anil Dpen Space Master Plan III-33 Marano Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan Pedestrian Activity Areas Since trails and paths mostly follow significant physical features in the landscape, they provide only a portion of the region's non-vehicular mobility routes. In more urbanized areas, the ability to move about without a vehicle will depend upon an interconnected system of sidewalks or pedestrian routes. Cur- rent development standards typically result in sidewalk construction, but more can be done, particularly in areas with either a current or potential high quantity of pedestrians; unusually high concentrations of employment, commercial activity, or public services. Areas of highest population density and with the greatest mix of uses would therefore deserve a higher level of pedestrian improvements and accommodations. This plan incorporates the Pedestrian Activity Area concept included in the Pima Regional Trail System Master Plan. In Marano, Pedestrian Activity Areas are located at the Marano Town Center and the I-10 and Cortaro Farms Road Intersection. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS • A 8- to 12-foot wide walkway, visually and functionally separate from the path of vehicles. • A walkway surface that is smooth, slip-resistant, and without cracks, indents, or steep grade. • Clear of protruding objects. • Walkways are flat and straight and set back from curb so they don't meander around driveway crossings • Driveway crossings are few. • All changes in elevation have ramps and intersections corners have curb cuts for both directions or one broad cut servicing both crosswalks. • The walkway is physically separated from vehicular traffic by at least two vertical or horizontal ele- ments. • At least one foot-candle of lighting at intersections and crosswalks and lights are spaced so there is spot to spot lighting. • Pedestrian crossings with vehicular traffic have a defined crosswalk and may also include activated signal, median refuge or other such elements. • Traffic calming improvements are introduced to slow vehicular speeds in appropriate areas off arterial streets. • Traffic signals are timed for a walking speed of two and eight-tenths feet per second, and there are walk/don't walk signs, auditory signals or other such elements. • Minimum 60 percent shade coverage along the pedestrian route and at gathering nodes. The Marano Town Center is planned and constructed to promote pedestrian activity. Photo: PLAN-et. III-34 Appendix IV Private Park Inventory Marana Parks, Recreation, trails And Open Spare Master Plan III-35 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And Open Space Master Plan x w 1II-36 Town of Marana Parks and Recreation Department Town of Marana Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan Interim Report Inventory of Private Recreation Areas in the Town of Marana Apri12010 Inventory Prepared by: McGann & Associates, Landscape Architects and Planners Consultant Team: EDAVV ! AECOM, Prime Consultant McGann & Associates, Landscape Architects Ballard-King, Recreational Facility Planning and Operational Consultants Coffman Studio, Landscape Architecture and Planning Elliott D. Pollack & Company, Economic and Real Estate Consultants Summary - Private Recreation Areas General Quantity of Sites Thirty-five (35) Site L ocations 1 Sunflower (North Sunflower Drive) Recreation Area 2 Sunflower (West Copper Crest Place) Recreation Area 3 Sunflower (Mystic S'<y Lane) Recreation Area j Linear Park 4 Sunflower (1Nest Wandering Spring) Recreation Area /Linear Park 5 Continental Ranch (West Sunset Mountain Drive} Recreation Area 6 Continental Ranch (West fVlountain Sky Drive) Recreation Area 7 Continental Ranch (North Yellow Moon Drive} Recreation Area 8 Continental Ranch (West Wenden Way) Recreation Area 9 Continental Ranch (West Phobos Drive} Recreation Area 10 Continental Ranch (North Finrock Drive) Recreation Area it Continental Ranch (Coachline Boulevard) Recreation Area 12 Continental Ranch (Windmill Parkj Recreation Area 13 Sierra Crest (bVest Siesta Rock Drive) Recreation Area 14 Twin Peaks Highland (North Misty Brook Drive) Recreation Area 15 Silvermoan (North Golden Moon Way) Recreation Area 16 Dove Mountain Park /Recreation Area 17 Dave Mountain Preserve (V`lest Rain Shadow Way) Recreation Area 18 Dove Mountain Preserve (UJest New Shadow ~Vay) Recreation Area 19 Tangerine Crossing (North Windrunner Parkway) Recreation Area 20 Tangerine Crossing (North 1~Nhistling Wind Avenue) Recreation Area 21 Bashas Shopping Center (North Dove Mountain Boulevard} Recreation Area 22 Gladden Farms {West Emmer Drive) Recreation Area 23 Gladden Farms (North Brabant Drive) Recreation Area 24 Gladden Farms (North Stone Ring Drive) Recreation Area 25 Gladden Farms (North Starthroat Drive) Recreation Area 26 Gladden Farms (Lon Adams Road /Internal) Detention Basin /Recreation Area Z7 Gladden Farms (Moore Rozd) Detention Basin /Recreation Area 28 Rancho Marano (Lea Maw Drive Detention Basin /Recreation Area 29 Rancho Marano (Pocatello Drive South) Recreation Area 30 Rancho Marano {Pocatello ')rive North) Detention Basin /Recreation Area 31 Yoem Pueblo Recreation Area 32 Willow-Ridge Commons Recreation Area 33 San Lucas (West Anasazi Sheet) Recreation Area 34 San Lucas (West Pipestone Street) Recreation Area 35 San Lucas (West Copper Field Street) Recreation Area Fie lds and Turf Grass Play Areas Sites with Turf Grass Practice Fields 1 {3%) Sites with Turf Grass Play Areas 23 (66%} Courts Sites with Full-Size Court with Lights 2 Sites (S Courts Total) (6%) Sites with Full-Size Court without Lights 1 (3%} Sites with Half-Size Cour with Lights 0 (0°~a) Sites with Half-Size Cour without Lights 2 (6%) Playgrounds and Play Structures Sites with Playground - 2-5 Year Structure 2 (6°l°) Sites with Playground - 5-12 Year Structure 22 (63°I°) Aquatic Facilities Sites with Lap Pool 1 (3%) Sites with Recreation Pool 3 (9%) Park Buildings Sites with Restraom Building 3 {9%) Sites with Ramada 17 (49%) On-Site Parking Sites with Off-Street Parking Spaces 9 {26%) Marano Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Sunflower (North Sunflower Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address] 9401 North Sunflower Qrive, Marana ~ ~'~"~• .~.1 ~ ~~ Location (Gosest Assigned Street Address) 9401 North Sunflower Drive, Marana r• Location (T-R-S} Section 20 (T12S-R12E) -.~, ~.; '~ ~ ~ *~ °• Assessor's Parcel Number 22614058 ~ ,,, ~ . `" ~~~*,~~~~ ~ ~~ . Owner ~ Sunflower Community Association ~'' ~'~~ ~, •_n, ` ~ ~ • Size (Site) 6.45 Acres ~~ ' Size (Qeveloped) 6.45 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer Yes Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes (Festival /Special Events Area) Courts Full-Size Court with Lights Three Tennis Courts Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities '_ap Pool Yes Recreation Pool Yes Other Spa Park Buildings Restroom Building As part of Clubhouse Ramada Yes Other Ciubhouse Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Horeshoe Pits, Bocce Ball, Putting Green On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes (+/- 75 Spaces} Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Sunflower (West Copper Crest Place) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 7669 West Copper Crest Place, Marana Location (T-R-S) Section 16 (T12S-R12E) Assessor's Parcel Number 22611623A , ,.°`~.~:..`~ Y ~, ' t-" Owner Sunflower Community Association ~~ Size (Site) O.Z ~'"~+~~ Size (Developed) 0.2 ~`°°"~..~.~.r~ ~~ Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation) Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fieids No Turf Grass Play Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Poo! No Recreation Poo! No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Griil(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches No Other Benches On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Sunflower (Mystic Sky Lane) Recreation Area /Linear Park General Location (Mailing Address; None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 7579 Mystic Sky Lane, Marana ~ ` ~ `~ ' r~ Location (T-R-S) ~ Section 20 (T12S-R12E) .~ Assessor's Parcel Number 226071330 . ~ ~ ~. ~; ~, ~ Owner ~. ~ Sunflower Community Association "~ Size (Site} 2.3 Acres ~` ~~~• Size {Developed) 2.3 Acres _ Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation) Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Piay Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights NO Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Qther No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill{s) No Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other Multi-Else Path On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation .4reas April 2010 Sunflower West Wandering Spring) Recreation Area /Linear Park General Location (Mailing address} None Assigned ~''""~~: } Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 7984 West Wandering Spring Way, Marana ~ ~~, Location (T-R-S) Section 20 (T125-R12E) ~,_.,~, w,,, _, ~. - ' Assessor`s Parcel Number " 226102796 ~ ~~ Owner Size (Site) Sunflower Community Association =~ 0.53 Acres ,-, Size (Developed) ~ 0.53 Acres ___ `- Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation) Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Paol No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches No Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch (West Sunset Mountain Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) 7302 West Sunset Mountain Drive, Marana 'tit? Location (Closest Assigned Street Address} Location (T-R-S) Assessor's Parcel Number 7302 West Sunset Mountain Drive, Marana _ ~ Section 21 (Ti25-R12E} , ~ ~ ~ ~~1i 226121800 ~ 4 ~'~"'~"` - "~ `t" ~ ~ ~ ~~ Owner Continental Ranch Community Association . ~' Size (Site) .. 0.21 Acres Size (Developed) O.Zi Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes (irrigation} Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings R=stroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Gril!(s} No Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Cther No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch (West Mountain Sky Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) 7430 West Mountain Sky Drive, Marana Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 7430 West Mountain Sky Drive, Marana Location (T-R-S) Section 21 (T12S-R12E) Assessor's Parcel Number 226184950 a~~~ ^~-. ~~.. ° x t Owner .. Continental Ranch Community Association - Size (Site} 0.16 Acres +~~ ,, Size (Developed) 0.16 Acres _ Utility Services Pctable Water Yes (Irrigation) Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas No Courts F~II-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights Na Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Nane Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch (North Yellow Moon Drivel Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address; 8921 North Yellow Moon Drive Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 8921 North Yellow Moon Drive ~, '~-~~~ , Location (T-R-S) Section 21 (T125-R12E) ~ °' ~=~ wit ~ Assessor s Parcel Number 226190460 _ ~J_= °"{', ' Owner Continental Ranch Community Association Size (Site) 0.23 Acres = ~, Size (Developed) 0.23 Acres -~ Utility SerVICeS Petable Water Yes (Irrigation} Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Piay Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Piay Areas No No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No O:her No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Gri{I(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch West Wenden 1Nay) Recreation Area General Location [Mailing Address} None Assigned ~` Location [Closest Assigned Street Address} 6496 West Wenden Way, Marana ~` ~'~,.;, ; Location (T-R-S} Section 27 (T125-R12E0 ~: ~.~# ~ ~' ~- Assessor's Parcel Number . 22625544A ,~~- s , ; 'rt ~ Owner 1 Contienta{ Ranch Community Association -- -~ _ i~ , Sipe (Site} 0.18 Acres ~ Sipe [Developed) 0.18 Acres ~' ___ Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation} Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer Na Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Nc Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes (Not ADA Compliant} Shade Canopy Na Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pooi No Other No Park Buildings Restroorn Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grills} No Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other No ~n-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch (North Finrock Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 8810 North Finrock Drive, Marano Location (T-R-S} Section 21 (T125-R12E) ~.., :° Assessor's Parcel Number _ ~ ,~~ ZZ6Z25130 ~'"°°` '~,;yet~ti~ `~:~~~;~, _~~„ Owner Continental Ranch Community Association ~`°- ~- Size (Site) 0.86 Acres - Size (Developed) 0.86 Acres .+"'"'~.~ Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation} Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No T urf Grass Play Areas Yes (Irrigation} Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Fuli-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Griil(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marano Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch (Coachline Boulevard) Recreation Area Genera! Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 8877 North Coachline Blvd. Location (T-R-S) Section 21 (T125-R12E) _ Assessor's Parcel Number 226Z2011N ~ - Owner Continental Ranch Community Association .~_,_~._,,,, Size (Site} 2.85 Acres --•~~,~ Size (Developed) 2.85 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Ves (Irrigation) Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer Yes Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Fuii-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No S;nade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool Yes Recreation Poo! Yes Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other Community Center Building Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches No Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes (+/- 37 Spaces) Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch (Windmill Parkj Recreation Area General Location (MaiEing Address) 9150 Narth Coachline Boulevard Location (Closest Assigned Street Address} 9150 North Coachline Boulevard "'-'= ~»€~~ Location (T-R-S) Section 21 (T125-R12E} i.' Assessor's Parcel Number `~ ,,, ~ Z2611845C ~~' ~` Owner • _.. Continental Ranch Comrnunrty Association ~- "°'' Size (Site) 6.91 Acres ~~ "" ~-- Size (Developed) 6.19 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation} Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer Yes Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Piay Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields One (1) Soccer Field and One (1} Softball /Baseball Field Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No R=_creation Pool Yes Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other Community Center Building Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grills} No Picnic Tables /Benches No Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes (~/- 43 Spaces) Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Sierra Crest (West Siesta Rock Drive} Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned ' ~~- ~ `" Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 7586 West Siesta Rock Drive, Marana ''~ .~ J Location (T-R-S) Assessor's Parcel Number Section 28 (T12S-R12E) ~~ ~ `'~` -'_' ,~ . 221216960 ~ ~ ~ a ••~ . Owner Sierra Crest Homeowners Association ~ ~~ '~'`~ ~ ~;' '~ " Size (Site) 0.65 Acres ° " `~~ * Size (Developed) .~. 0.65 Acres ~ ~~ ~~ ~'~~ Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation) Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas No No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool Yes Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grifi(s) ? Picnic Tab{es /Benches ? Other ? On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes (7 Spaces) Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Silvermoon (North Golden Moon Way) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned `< Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 8647 North Golden Moon L'Vay `r, '. ' ,~ ~: { Location (T-R-S) :x~ ~ ~~ Section 28 (T115-R12E) 4~ ~.,ti.. -~~ Assessor's Parcel Number ~ «_ 221210340 Owner Silvermoon Community Association ' ~ Size (Site) 1.78 Acres ~°~, ,,. W -~-"` Size (Developed) 1.78 Acres ~~.-. .. - ~. . Utility Services P~tabie Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with tights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights Yes Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure Yes Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (10' x 10') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facili#ies Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Dove Mountain Park /Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) 12405 North Dave Mountain Boulevard Location {Closest Assigned Street Address) 12405 North Deve Mountain Boulevard +~ ' Location {T-R-S) Section 35 (TI1S-R12E) '` {~~ "~ ~f~ ~ ~' ~ Assessor's Parcel Number Owner 21854002) ~~ --~ ~~~~=~ , dove Mountain Association ~ *~~ '~~~ ~= Size (Site) _ 5.82 Acres ~.:~ Size (Developed) 5.82 Acres _ w _, Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer Yes Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights Two (2) Tennis Courts Full-size Court without Lights One (1) Basketball Court /One (1) Sand Volleyball Court Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-1Z Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building Yes (2) Ramada Yes (2) Ocher No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill{s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Off-Leash Dog Park On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes {~/- 24 Spaces) Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Dove Mountain Preserve West Rain Shadow Ways Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 5229 West New Shadow Way, Marano Location (T-R-S) Section 36 (T11S-R12E) Assessor's Parce! Number Owner 218-55-2030 ~'~~'`, Dove fvlountain Community Association _ ;,°° '*; Size (Site) Part o` 24.9 Acre Parcel ""~ Size (Developed} 1.7 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer Yes Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights Yes (Basketball) Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pooi No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building Yes Ramada Yes (+/- 20' x 20') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Small Off-Leash Dag Park /Access to Loeai Trail On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes (7 Spaces} Marano Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Dove Mountain Preserve West New Shadow Way) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) None Assigned ~,~ ~, ~~~~~ ~` ~; 5182 West Rain Shaddow Way, Marana ~ "~ a~~„~~~ ~ ~ ti * ~. ~~~ Location (T-R-S) ~ Section 36 (T11S-R12E) ~ ~',".~~ a .~ ~~' • ~ ~`~~ x Assessor's Parcel Number *. 218-SS-3300 ~ - Owner Dove Mountain Community Association ~ ~~ ~; ~ ~~ ~ Size (Site) ^ 0.19 Acre ~^'~" ~'~~.~~ ~~ ~ ~ ;~ Size (Developed) A 0.19 Acre °~ ~". ~ ~=~ Utlllty SerVICeS Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer ? E ectric ~ Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Ful!-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure ? Playground - 5-12 Year Structure ? Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Ldp Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building 7 Ramada 7 Other ? Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) ~ Picnic Tables /Benches ? Other 7 On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes (4 Spaces] Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas Apri! 2010 Tangerine Crossing {North Windrunner Parkways Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12370 North Windrunner Parkway -~. Location (T-R-S} Section 32 (T11S-R13E) " -~ Assessor's Parcel Number + 219-37-3680 ., ~ ~ ~ ; Y. I ~~~w'_~,,w~ . _,~ Owner Tangerine Crossing HOA ~ ---~~ Size (Site) 1.25 Acres Size (Deveioped) L25 Acres ~~=~ ;~..v.~ ., .... Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Turf grass within and ad}acent to detention basin Courts Full-Size Court with Lights Na Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with tights No Haif-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures P'ayground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (+/- 12' x 12'} Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grills} Yes P cnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Accessible Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Tangerine Crossing (North Whistling Wind Avenue} Recreation Area Genera! Lacation (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location {Closest Assigned Street Address) 1289 North whistiing Wind Avenue, Marana Location {T-R-S) Section 32 {T11S-R13E) ~ `°, ' ,, Assessor's Parcel Number 219-37-3670 ~~., ~ :~,.,~ ..F~' ,;;, ,, e. ~_ ~ Owner r . ~ ~ Tangerine Crossing NOA Size (Site) 1.25 Acres ~. ,,,,;~~~ .< ` Size (Developed) 1.25 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Piay Areas Yes Courts Fuil-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures P'ayground - 2-5 Year Structure No P:ayground - 5-1~ Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes {+/- 12' x 12') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Accessible Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Bashas Shopping Center (North Dove Mountain Boulevard) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) ---, 12000 North Dove Mountain Boulevard -- - -',;F' Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12000 North Dove Mountain Boulevard ~ Location (T-R-S) Section 36 {T11S-R12E) ~ Assessor's Parcel Number 218555740 i # ~~ ' Owner Dove Mountain Retail li LLC ~l'' ~'~~ ~~~~` y Size {Site) Part of 13.66 Ac. Parcel Size {Developed) 0.1 Acre Utility Services Potable water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Piay Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights Na Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure Yes Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Dusk-to-Dawng Lighting On-Site Parking Parking Spaces Yes (As part of retail center) Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Gladden Farms {West Emmer Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 11688 West Emmer Drive ~ - Location {T-R-S) ~' Section 34 (T115-R11E) ~ N`' ~ Assessor's Parcel Number 217536120 ~ `" Owner .: ~ ~,,,. Gladden Farms Community Association _- Size (Site) 1.11 Acres _._..._ Size (Developed) 1.11 Acres ~ ~.,h~.~, ~~.~-. -a. Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Piayground - 2-5 Year Structure No Piayground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings R~stroom Buiiding No Ramada Yes (30' x 30') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Griil(s) Yes P cnic Tables /Benches Benches /Picnic Tables / BBC Grills Other Horeshoe Pits /Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Gladden Farms North Brabant Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address 12668 Narth Brabant Drive, Marana Location (T-R-S) Section 34 (T11S-R11Ej ' Assessor s Parcel Number ~4'~"-L 217562430 - .~-- ."~:::-.~ ~ ~ ~ -.~w Owner Gladden Farms Community Association Size (Site) 1.72 Acres . Size (Developed] ~ 1.72 Acres ~'~~~ = ~.,~ `~" Utility Services Potable water Yes Reclaimed water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Ful!-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (30' x 30') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Benches /Picnic Tables / BBQ Grills Other Horeshoe Pits /Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Gladden Farms North Stone Ring Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address} None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12613 North Stone Ring Drive, Marana Location (T-R-S) Section 34 (T115-R11E} -}.. ~~ ~ Assessor's Parcel Number ~ .::~ 217535240 ~-~ ~- ~` ~.>. Owner Gladden Farms Community Association ~' a Size (Site} 1.87 Acres ~~~ ~s' Size (Developed) 1.87 Acres ~_.. ~' - Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Stricture No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pooi No Recreation Pooi No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (20' x 20'} Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Benches /Picnic Tables Other Horeshoe Pits /Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Gladden Farms (North Starthroat Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address} 12381 North Starthroat Drive, Marana Location (T-R-S} Section 34 (T115-R11E) Assessor's Parcel Number 217573650 ~ ~~ = ~ "'~ ~, ~ : ~ "~ Owner Gladden Farms Community Association ;~.=`~ ;~ ,_~ , ~ - Size (Site) Size (Developed} y 1.Z4 Acres ~`~""°`¢n~' `~ ~`~,~` 1.24 Acres ~ 1- ~ ` ` Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Caurt with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (20' x 20') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Benches /Picnic Tables Other Horeshoe Pits /Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Gladden Farms Lon Adams Road / Internals Detention Basin /Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12751 North Lan Adams Road Location (T-R-S) Section 34 (T1IS-R11E} ~ , ~~ ~ Assessor's Parcel Number 21753048A ~ ~ Owner Gladden Farms Community Association ~-;,~~; Size (Site) 2L96 Acres ; ,),. ~~" Size (Developed) 21.96 Acres ~ ~ ""~ Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer Yes Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Cvurts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grili(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches No Other Walking Paths On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Gladden Farms (Moore Raad~ Detention Basin /Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned ~,~° s-~~ ' Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12571 North Lon Adams Road, Marana ~~ ~ ~ Location (T-R-S) Section 34 (T115-R11E) ~ z, ~ Assessor's Parcel Number N/A -Parcel is in Public Right-of-Way ° i r a •- ~ - Owner Town of Marana ~ ~ Size {Site) ~ N/A ~- ` ~•,. ,,. -.~, Size {Developed) N/A ~- ~ a Utility Services Potable water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) No P,cnic Tables /Benches Benches Other Waiking Paths On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Rancho Marano (Lea Maw Drive Detention Basin /Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12965 North Lea Maw Drive Location (T-R-S) Section 28 (T11S-R11E) Assessor's Parcel Number 217433260 and 217433270 ~~~-~=~ '~ - ~~ ~''' Owner Rancho Marano Community Association "` Size (Site) 4.18 Acres Size (Developed) 4.18 Acres _ - - . Utility Services Potable Water Yes Raclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Couits F~II-Size Court with Lights No Fall-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroorn Building No Ramada Yes, Two (20' x 20') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces No Ntarana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Rancho Marana (Pocatelia Drive South Recreation Area General Location ~Maifing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12880 North Pocatella Drive Location (T-R-S} Section 28 (TI1S-R11E) ,-~ ~ Assessor's Parcel Number 217431770 ~•~, ~~,~- , ' ~~ ~s ~~~~-' ~ ~ Owner Rancho Marana Community Association ~` ~ Size (Site) 0.82 Acres Size (Developed} 0.82 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric Yes Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Picnic Tables /Benches Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Rancho Marana (Pocatella Drive North) Detention Basin j Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 12911 North Pocatella Drive Location (T-R-S) Section 28 (T11S-R11E) Assessor's Parcel Number N/A -Parcel is in Public Right-of-Way ~~~~ "~' ~_~'~'~• Owner Town of Marana Size (Site) N/A ., ``> Size (Developed} N/A Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings R=_stroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches No Other Walking Paths On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Yoem Pueblo Recreation Area General Location {Mailing Address} 11732 West Sewa Voo'o ' Location {Closest Assigned Street Address) N/A Location (T-R-S} Section 27 {T115-R11E) ~ _. Assessor's Parcel Number 217-370-450 '~"' -°~'~ - "~~ ~j< Owner _ John Shiffer ~; ~ ~~~~-.~~~ wj --- "°~ Size (Site) .22 Acres ~~ Size {Developed} .22 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (15' x 15') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces No Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 INilfow-Ridge Commons Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 8301 North Wiifow Park Way y Location (T-R-S~ Section 25 (T125-R12E) ~ ~,x~:' * "~ Assessor's Parcel Number ~ ; :w- 221-18-6090 ~ A V _ ' ~~ °= ~~ ~'~~ Owner j ~ ~~ Willow-Ridge Commons FiOA ~` :~ -~ ~~j .. Size (Site) . .81 Acres Size (Developed) .81 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Snade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Poo! Na Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (20' x 20') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other No On-Site Parking Parking Spaces No Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 San Lucas (West Anasazi Passage Street) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 11495 West Anasazi Passage Street Location (T-R-S) Section 22 (T115-R11E) _ ,~ Assessor's Parcel Number 217-27-7530 ~:'"=~ ` ~""~ ~~~ Owner Y g Y ~, `""'~' Title Securit A enc of Arizona Trust 965 ~ ~ Size (Site) .49 Acres ~`~ .~~~ Size (Developed) .49 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (10' x 10') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces No Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 San Lucas (West Pipestone Street) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 11436 West Pipestone Street Location (T-R-S) Section 22 (T115-R11E) ~ -°°~ ~ Assessor's Parcel Number `..~ ~~ 217-27-3110 °~ Owner + ~ Fidelity National Titfe -Trust 60365 -. ~...= Size (Site) 2 Acres sna Size (Developed) 2 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes COUrts Full-Size Caurt with Lights No Fufl-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (10' x 10') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables j Benches Yes Other Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces No Marana Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 San Lucas (West Copper Field Street) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address) 11270 West Copper Field Street Location (T-R-S) a Section 22 (T11S-R11E) ~~ '~- Assessor's Parcel Number `~" `'~ ~ 217-27-3100 ~ =;~`. ~,,.~ '~~`- `° ~ ,~ Owner - - ~ Fidelity National Title -Trust 60365 £ _.,~,,,,~. Size (site) 1.9 Acres Size (Developed) 1.9 Acres Utility Services Potable Water Yes Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas Yes Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Piay Structures Playground - 2-5 Year Structure No Playground - 5-12 Year Structure Yes Shade Canopy Yes Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada Yes (10' x 10') Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) Yes Picnic Tables /Benches Yes Other Drinking Fountain On-Site Parking Parking Spaces No Marano Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Continental Ranch (West Phobos Drive) Recreation Area General Location (Mailing Address) None Assigned Location (Closest Assigned Street Address} 7536 West Phobos Drive, Marano Location (T-R-S) Section 16 (T12S-R12E) ,. •, Assessor's Parcel Number r§, ~~ 226073960 ~~ Owner ~: ~c~r a S Continental Ranch Community Association , ~~ ~ .~~ Size (Site} ~ ~ , ~ } . V. 0.93 Acres Size {Developed) 0.93 Acres _ ~' f" Utility Services Potable Water Yes (Irrigation) Reclaimed Water No Sanitary Sewer No Electric No Fields and Turf Grass Play Areas Turf Grass Practice Fields No Turf Grass Play Areas No Courts Full-Size Court with Lights No Full-Size Court without Lights No Half-Size Court with Lights No Half-Size Court without Lights No Playgrounds and Play Structures Playground - 2-S Year Structure Na Playground - 5-iZ Year Structure No Shade Canopy No Aquatic Facilities Lap Pool No Recreation Pool No Other No Park Buildings Restroom Building No Ramada No Other No Miscellaneous Park Facilities Barbecue Grill(s) No Picnic Tables /Benches Benches Other Path On-Site Parking Parking Spaces None Marano Parks Inventory -Private Recreation Areas April 2010 Marana Parks, Recreation, Trails And open Space Master Plan III-73 ~~' .