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Y' , f r _ g ' 6+a I La49 . t' 4` rif � r�`Aws*L t nfx � �� 3Ydaa 0 t • f i. kv % + -� �'d .�� av'4a� `y � i' "" r E iyh atx `iy ;x .�c��•X ,t'' +v r * •' - r ?. �i .a ' . 1 ° ' „t . , ' ,',,,o i ,j ti r i ,4. ,- . . 1. • • �dp.e Master Plan A master plan should serve as a "guide" in providing recreation in the community. r-' The planning process for the update offered insight of the trends, needs, and changing events in Greencastle. Also, attempts were made to receive as much public input as possible. There were work sessions conducted with Park Board members, Park staff, Citizen Advisory Group, and residents. Also, time was permitted in each monthly Park Board meetings to review the master plan and receive comments. The results were invaluable and used as the framework in the development of the action plan. It was through this "hands-on" approach to master planning that the following accomplishments were made: 1. Evaulatuion of current park and recreation system effectiveness. 2. Identification of recreational facilities and programs that are in need. 3. Priorities for improvements and changes. 4. Establishment of an Action Plan that outlines the proposed implementation and costs. The following analysis and master plan, prepared with the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Board, provides general location, size and facility requirements for the next 10 years, and a specific program of development for each of the next five years. As the master plan is implemented over the next several years, the long range general plan should be updated and a new five year program developed. Issues The key to any park and recreation master plan is the identification of issues. If the issues facing a park and recreation department can be identified and defined, then they can — be prioritized in an orderly manner. The process used in the development of Greencastle's Park and Recreation Master Plan attempted to reach as many residents as possible to identify and reach a consensus of the issues. Citizen input is the core of this master plan. It is a compilation of feelings, wants, desires and needs of those residents. It is the involvement of residents and citizens that makes a master plan legitimate and not a shelf study. Methods to collect input and identify issues were: • Park and Recreation Survey • Park Board Meetings • Park Board/Staff work sessions • Citizen Advisory Group • Site visits In order to most efff6tively interpret and apply the findings of the Park and Recreation Survey, it is important to first understand the purpose and function of such a survey. The survey was not intended to be a lengthy detailed questionnaire, but more of a sampling of basic questions from which reasonable interpretations can be made about the Parks and Recreation Department, facilities and programs. The survey was distributed to Tzouanakis Intermediate School and all preschools in the city. In addition, surveys were available for pick up at City Hall, the Public Library and Bright Futures. The questions asked were quite simple and routine as the survey participants were asked to rate several possible activities in their order of pleasure, enjoyment and probable use. Other questions aimed at determining their opinion and attitude toward existing facilities and programs. Another form of input was gathered through the use of a citizen advisory group, an intense form of citizen involvement. A small group of key individuals and community leaders were selected to participate in a advisory group. The Citizen Advisory Task Force focused on the issues facing the parks, the future direction of the parks and how the parks affect them. The Task Force met on three occasions to review the development of the master plan. SURVEY RESULTS ^ Age � _ 15 & Under 2 uU^ 16 to 25 3 L/ � 26 to 35 20 u ' 36 to 45 4 \ � 46 to 55 2 u 56 & Over CD Do you reside in : the city 19 outside city 12 # of people in family 1-2 2 3-4 21 5-6 8 7 or more 0 Age of Children 5 & under 30 6 - 10 12 11 - 15 � 16 & over 0 Do Wou feel there are enough outdoor facilities in Greencastle Yes 6 No 22 How are you kept informed of GPRD programs and activities Radio 2 Newspaper 24 School Flyers 6 Posters 2 Other 3 � Which of the following reasons prevent !-jou from making more use of the facilities offered by the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department? Yes No Maybe Don' t know what ' s going on 13 8 4 No adult programs 10 1 Use private facilities 4 13 1 Limited car access 3 15 2 Not interested 2 14 2 - Too busy 6 11 2 Poor maintenance 9 9 4 Lack of security 5 13 4 Staff not friendly 3 15 0 Too few restrooms 6 13 1 Lack of staff 8 8 2 Lack of programs 10 6 4 Vandalism 5 9 2 How important are park and recreation opPortunities to gou? Important 27 Not Important 2 Is the im�ge of the Greencas�le Park �nd Recreation �epar ment in your opinion . . . . Good 5 Fair 25 Poor � How often do '--Jou visit Robe Ann Park .:,once a month 5 1-7/month 3 4-7/month 15 <8 X/month 3 Please indicate, in your opinion, m�ich areas the Greencast�e Par� and Recreation Department should give priorit�. Preschoolers 22 Elementary 21 Middle School 16 High School �3 College/Young Adult 6 Young Married AduIts G Middle Aged AduIts 4 Senior Citizens 5 Special Popu�ations 5 Special Events 11 A t /P ti 11 nouncemen s ro�o on ^ � Full-time programming Staff 8 Full-time Maintenance Staff 4 Indicate what programs you mould participate in, if made available 12 outdoor Education 1q Family Programs 13 Individual Health/Fitness 2� Community Festivals B Cultural Arts � Adult Education 10 Volleyball League 12 _ Other Sport Leagues 15 Craft Programs 2 Other Programs List three new park and recreation faciIities, programs, services you mould like to see in Greencastle. R ller Ice skate rink (outside) Things for Children hockey ) o ' Winter Sports(Skating, o playground like Brazil t Parkenn Indoor Facility (YMCA, ?outh Cent�r � Amusemen, T is Lessons ~�iIdren s Bike/Jog Trail ~ "The New Pla�groPlayground'' -C` eanen Tathroomsi More Family Programming Co-ed Sports Summer Aerobics/oitness class Art Classes/programs EicwcIe paths Walk/run track Family Soccer, Volieltall ' So" Bike path Other Parks IR A Family Crafts More picnic areas � � Update Equipment Indoor BasketbalI �VcI1elba� � a yearly festival Indoor In-line/Roller Skatin� Racquet ball More Playground Equipment Closed in Shelter house Fitness Trail Indoor Playground park near body of Water Bike Trails Recreation Facility Park near Downtown 8etter Maintenance Outdoor Education Nem nets on Tennis Courts New playground Equipment aml F i programs Exit at East end of tennis courts � i g for Teens Other Sport Leagues Programming M tial Arts for Kids and AduI Garden Plots ( community Gardens) ar Hiking Trails Men` s Basketball League Better cookout facilities Canoeing Reflect how �ou feel the Park and Recreation Department should �0 indicating how You would divide spend available tax dollars by imaginary dollars. 00 Renovation and Maintenance of Facilities $$67.4900 Programming $76. 00 Contruction of New Facilities $57, 00 Purchase of New Park property To help the Greencastle Park and Recreation Department upgrade 4 i it's maintenance practices, please indicate whether or not the �•+� following services/facilities are sufficient. Sufficient Insufficient No opinion Beauty in the Park 13 13 2 Herbicide use 12 3 0 Sufficient tr 19 7 0 Working Drink 5 23 - Clean Restrooms 9 18 1 Trash contain 15 P4 Courts maintained 12 3 S Prompt repairs 9 1, 5 Do your children have enough opportunities to learn about nature and outdoor activities? Yes 14 No 16 Should Indoor Facilities be offered bu the department? Yes 21 No 7 What does your family do on your vacation? Leave Town State/National Park: 11 Amusementement Parks 9 Stay Home S Other How do you feel about the general apperance of Robe Ann P._.rk? Excellent 1 Good 10 Average 13 Fair 5 Poor 2 Do you favor the addition of nature parks with the Greencastle Park Department? Yes :, 4 No 3 Where would you like to see Park money spent? Programs 17 Playground 24 Shelters/Restroorris 11 Aquatic Center 2 Landscape 7 Do your children attend programs offered by the Park Department? Yes 17 /~~~`^ � rvo 11 Do you or your family use Robe Ann Park? Yes 30 No 1 When you or your family visit Robe Ann Park, what facilities do you use most often? Swimming Pool 23 Basketball Courts 1 Tennis Courts 6 Picnic Areas 17 Softball Areas 7 Shelter Houses 9 Playgrounds 28 Other 0 Volleyball Area 1 What do you believe are the recreational needs for the City of Greencastle? More youth programs Family outinGE Upkeep ..,Lots of Programs Anything recrsatio-al for kids Walk/Run track Bike Paths Winter 7rogra Family play area More Activities Skating Indoor Playground Indoor Skating Park Land Ice Rink New Playground Equipment Picnic ,'abIes Trees Soccer Area _een P~ograms Open gym Programming Young Ad. Pro Should the leash lam apply to pets in the pari? Yes 29 No 3 Additional comments and Suggestions I think that definantIy the sidewalks shoud pe repaired. I have small children and its frustrating when 1 dor ` t feel comfortabl=-� with them walking on the sidewalk due to crac'. ing and unsafe conditions. I have a real problem with swimming pool . The kids are very roude. They don' t care much about the 4 pm swim program. Its just social hour for them. I have small children whom I nant to swim, but won' t at the city pool . I won' t take them ba:k. /~� �/ /We enjoy the concerts in the park—that' s a great family event~ � We always have to pack up our family bicycles go out of town to ride. . . so our money goes out of town miV us. More park benches around child playgrounds. Parents now have to sit on ground. offer adult & child swim classes during the winter at the Lily Center. take down old playground equipment at Robe Ann park uexcerciseea throughout _ I No need for `fitness ,r parke citu system has failed in the last 0-15 I feel our ,, `'�; should be involved Tharpj .,=eel the county and t the 1 -- e : i �. a fun and saf e 1 .w- to9etfier to �+ar:.e i.r _. ago _ should be picnic areas for families .too `' screened in shelters might be nice. tofenced n playground L I I would love see a �• difficult for �c:,TI-. its ver a children and mentally handicapped. .. ._ adults to deal with them in wide open space <=afe .For pveryofle '� was a child. I ' ITI .:.C? nowand The park has come a long way since my daughters love the piaworound. excellent idea -plea. e The New playground is an progress. The park could use new resurfacing of INDIANA OUTDOOR RECREATION 1989 The State of Indiana has adopted Indianna Outdoor Recreation1989 - An Assessment and Policy Plan as its five year recreational master plan for meeting recreational needs throughout the state. Ttheir priorities are based on objectives fo providing for a broad range of recreational opportunities and experiences that will reinfore and support positive social and cultural values. These opportunities should be available to enrich the lives of all Indiana's residents and visitors. It is important to recognize and idetify Greencastle priorities and opportunities and their relationship with the State's priorities. Any support that Greencastle can provide in assisting the State meet their priorities and goals will improve the overall recreation opportunities statewide and enhance its position in competition with federal and state funds, such as Land and Water Conservation Fund, Indiana Waters and Hometown Indiana. A majority of the state priorities relfect goals and objectives that closely parpallel to those of the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department. The priorities for the State of Indiana identified in Indiana Outdoor Recreation 1989, prepared by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation, are as follows: Environmental Quality • Maintain and improve Indiana's air, land and water quality. Natural and Cultural Resources • Identify, conserve and protect the state's natural and cultural resources. • Protect wetlands through enforcement of existing federal and state regulatory programs, enactment of state wetland legislation, development of an accurate and comprehensive database, expansion of private/public partnership programs, and increased public education. • Identify, preserve, and protect the state's natural heritage, especially sigrificatn natural areas, plants and animals, and natural and scenic rivers. • Conduct research to expand information on the state's natural and cultural resources. • Conduct special studies to evaluate the state's natural and cultural resources and to develop strategies to conserve and protect them. Funding and Financing • Provide consistent and adequate funding for outdoor recreation and resource conservation at the federal, state, local government levels for acquisition, developemnt, operation, maintenance and staffing. • Provide assistance through the Land and Water Conservation Fund, Indiana Waters, and Hometown Indiana grant programs to meet local recreation needs as described in local park and recreation master plans. • Expand recreation opportunities by more effective and efficient use of existing resources wherever possible. • Promote implementation of the recommendations of the President's Commissiion on Americans Outdoors. More Land for Recreation and Natural Resource Conservation • Provide more lands for public recreation and/or natural resource conservation. • Provide more regional (over 200 acres) resource-based recreation areas, especially in central Indiana. • Provide more opportunities conveniently located for clase-to-home, day-to-day recraetion. • Encourage the acquisition, management, and development of non-traditional outdoor recreation lands, such as schools, military lands, highways, streets, sidewalks, surplus public lands, mined lands, landfills, and rights-of-way. • Establish greenway corridors of private and pbulic lands and waters throughout Indiana's communities and countryside. • Acquire wetlands with Land and Water Conservation Funds, according to the criteria established in the wetlands policy of the 1989 Indiana Outdoor Recreation - An Assessment and Policy Plan. • Acquire natural resource areas of national, state, regional, or local importance. Local Public Park and Recreation Issues • Expand and strengthen park and recreation boards, especially at the county level. • Provide recreation and resource conservation technical assistance to local units of government. Managing Public Recreation Lands • Develop, operate and/or maintain recreation lands, facilities, and activities that are compatible with a site's natural resources and tht minimize adverse environmental impacts and user conflicts. Conservation Education and Outdoor Ethics • Provide and expand oppotunities through programming and facilities which devlop, among the general population, greater awareness, understanding, and appreciation of Indiana's natural and cultural resources, the environment, and their proper use and management. Access to Water • Increae and enhance access to the state's lakes (that flow throughout the year) for recreation andaesthetic enjoyment, particularly Lake Michigan, natural lakes, the Ohio River, Wabash River, Kankakee River, Maumee River, St. Joseph River, Little Calumet River, White River, urban waters, lakes greater than 50 acres without existing public access, and lakes and reservoirs at least 500 acres in size. • Clarify and redefine the legal issues, regualtions, and jurisdictions impacting Indiana's waters. Trail Opportunities • Provide a diversity of trail opportunities. • Provide walking and biking tails for close-to-home, day-to-day use. • Provide a statewise system of coordinated regional and local trails. • Maintain, improve, and expand trail opportunities on recreation lands. Economic Develoopment, Tourism, and Outdoor Recreation and Natural Resources • Improve and expand the development of tourism in Indiana. .-. • Strengthen cooperation and coordination within and between federal, state and local governments and the private sector. • Maintain and improve public road access and highway signage to recreation areas. Responding to the Future • Improve and expand cooperation, coordination and planning within and betweeen federal, state and local governments and the private sector to provide recreation opportunities and to conserve natural resources. • Include recreation as an integral part of community and economic development. • Involve the public throughout the receation and resource conseration decision making process at all levels of government. • Ensure that everyone, including persons with disabilities, older persons, minorities, and those with low income, has access to a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities. Action Plan The following Action Plan represents a listing of issues which address top priorties only. The action schedule outlines the Proposed Plan of Action, Site or Facility, the Estimated Costs and possible Funding Sources. The following is a Source for Funds Key used in the Action Plan PB Parks and Recreation General Budget N R Non-Reverting Accounts Fund G&D Gifts and Donations Funds GOB General Obligation Bond LWCF Land Water Conservation Fund IWG Indiana Waters Grant HIG Hometown Indiana Limitations on City of Greencastle to fund the variety of programs and facilities in need by the public sector are challenges to address. Overcoming these limitations and constraints will require use of the various source of funds available. Below is a brief description of the principal resources available to the Grencastle Parks and Recreation Department for implementing programs and developing facilities for recreational purposes within the City of Greencastle. • Parks and Recreation General Budget Annual tax allocations from the general city tax levy could be utilized for both staffing and financing capital improvements within the Parks and Recreation Department. However, general tax dollars may not be availabe for extensive capital improvements. • Non-Reverting Account Funds Monies collected from certain fees and rentals are places in one of two non-reverting accounts. Funds are available from the Non-Reverting Operating Account to offset operation costs from administration of programs within the Parks and Recreation Department. Funds from the Non-Reverting Capital Account are available for capital improvements. • Gifts and Donations Fund Donations of money, land and time are an important resource to any park and recreation board. Donations are important from the point that they can be used to match grants from other sources. • General Obligation Bond General obligation bonds, which are retired by tax money, provide a funding source for implementation of large scale projects. The Greencastle Parks and Recreation Board's bonding power is not limited. Hearings must be held and approval is required by the City Council to sell the bonds. • Land and Water Conservation Fund Administered by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation, these funds are the most predominantly used funds for park development of outdoor recreation facilities. These grant funds can be utilized to finance up to 50% of the cost of eligible projects, total grant awards not to exceed $75,000. To qualify for the funds, a city must have a park and recreation board established in accordance with state statutes and an approved Park and and Recreation Master Plan. In 1996, there is no funding available. • Indiana Water Grant Is a similar program to the Land and Water Conservation Funds. The Indiana Waters Grant program funds can be utilised to finance up to 75% of the cost of eligible projects and is primarily used to encourage access and use of Indiana waters. Requirements for qualifications are similar to LWCF. • Hometown Indiana Grant Is the newest matching grant program created by Indiana Legislation in 1988. Its purpose and qualifications is similar to the LWCF program and will be administered by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation. Funding of the program will be from state funds rather than federal funds. /'" OTHER FUNDING SOURCES 3. Indiana Department of Environmental Man- agement Below are a few funding options that are available to the a. Regulations and Assistance Regarding Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department/Board that Pollution should be investigated b. State Revolving Loan Fund Program c. Recycling Grants Tax Incremental Financing d. Solid Waste Management Fees Cumulative Building Fund e. Non-Point Source Pollution Park Foundation 4. Indiana Federal Property Program a. Equipment and Supplies 5. Governor's Voluntary Action Program O rliER POTENTIAL SOURCES II a. Assistance with Volunteer Program 6. State Board of Health Local a. Regulations and Guidelines Camp- A. 1. Probation Department grounds and Water-based Recreation 2. Foundations 7. Indiana Department of Human Services 3. Businesses a_ Funding and Services for Senior Citi- zens Programs B. State 8. Indiana Department of Natural Resources 1. Indiana Arts Commission a. Division of Fish and Wildlife a. Funding for Arts Programs 1) FishingAccessSiteConstruction 2. Indiana Department of Commerce 2) Fish Stocking and Management a. Funds for Tourism Promotion 3) Wildlife Management b. Energy Conservation Information 4) Grants for Non game and En c. Neighborhood Assistance Tax Credit dangered Wildlife Conservation d Community Focus Funds 5) Tax Reduction for Wildlife and e. Planning Grants Riparian Habitat f. Industrial Development Incentive Pro- 6) Wildlife Education gamb. Division of Forestry g. Industrial Promotion Matching Grants 1) Forest Management h. Community Development Funds 2) Urban Forestry Grants i. Rural Endowment Funds 3) Tax Reduction for Forests and j. Office of Energy Policy - Ongoing Field Windbreaks grams 4) Tree Seedlings Pro 1) Recycling Marketing Develop- 5) Forest Education meat Program c. Indiana Geological Survey 2) Qean Coal Technology Program 1) Information of Geological Fea- 3) Schools and Hospitals Grant tures Program d. Division of Historic Preservation 4) Energy Audits 1) Funds for Historic Preservation 5) Indiana Energy Information e. Division of Law Enforcement Center 1) Outdoor Recreation Safety Edu- 6) "Hands-On" Energy Conserva- cation Lion Workshops f. Division of Nature Preserves 7) Energy Price and Supply Moni- 1) State Nature Preserves taring 2) Grants from the Indiana Natural Heritage Protection Campaign 3) Inventory of Significant Natural Areas g. Division of Outdoor Recreation 11. Cooperative Extension Service 1) GrantsforLocalParkAcquisition a. Park Site Planning Assistance and Development b. Publications and General Information 2) Grants for Fishing and Boating c. FACTS Computer Systems Sites and Facilities 12. Indiana Local Option Taxes 3) Outdoor Recreation Planning a. COLT-County Option Income Tax 4) `Take Pride in America"Volun- b. CAGIT - County Adjusted Gross In- teen Program come Tax h. Division of Public Information and c. CEDIT - County Economic Develop- Education meat Income Tax 1) Map Sales d. County Motor Vehicle Excise Surtax 2) Natural Resources Information e. County Wheel Tax i. Division of Water f. Indiana's Local Food and Beverage Tax Information, Permits and Funds for 13. Indiana Bond Bank Water-Related Construction 14. Build Indiana Fund 9. Indiana Department of Transportation 15. TIF-Tax Incremental Financing a. ISTEA-Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement C. Federal b. National Recreational Trails Trust Fund 1. Economic Development Administration c. Federal Lands a. Grants for Public Works Projects d. Local Roads,Streets and Bridges 2. Farmer's Home Administration 10. Universities and Colleges in Indiana a. Surplus Real Property a. Park Planning and Recreation Program b. Public Works Loans and Grants Assistance c. Solid Waste Disposal Loan and Grant 1) Indiana University Program Department of Recreation and 3. Institute of Museum Services Park Administration a. Grants for Museums 2) Purdue University 4. President's Council on Physical Fitness and Department of Forestry and Sports Natural Resources a. Development of Fitness Programs Department of Physical Educa- 5. National Park Service tion, Health and Recre- a. Federal Surplus Real Property ation Studies 6. U.S.Armed Services Department of T andscape Ar- a. Labor for Constructing Facilities chitecture 7. U.S.Department of Education 3) Indiana State University a. Funding for Educational Programs Department of Recreation and b. Disabled Information Leisure Studies 8. Department of Health and Human Services 4) Ball State University a. Funds for Health and Human Services DepartmentofNaturalResources 9. U.S. Government Printing Office Department of Landscape Ar- a. Publications chitecture 10. U.S. Soil Conservation Service Department of Architecture a. Soil Surveys 5) Vincennes University b. Land Use Planning Assistance Department of Recreation and c. Watershed Protection and Flood Pre- Leisure Services vention Grants d. Flood/Erosion Control and Recreation and Wildlife Grants D. Private 1. The Ford Foundation-New York,NY 1. Acres,Inc. m. The Edward E Ford Foundation-Provi- a. Assistance in Preserving Natural Areas deuce,RI 2. FishAmericaFoundation n. The E. Nakanichi Foundation - Los a. Grants for Water and Fishing Resources Angeles,CA 3. Foundation and Corporate Grantsmanship In- o. Jessie Smith Noyos Foundation,Inc. - formation Sources New York,NY a. The Foundation Center-New York,NY p. The Pew Charitable Trusts - Philadei- b. The Donors'Forum-Chicago,IL phia,PA c. The Grantsmanship Center-Los Ange- q. Public Welfare Foundation-Washing- les,CA ton,D.C. d. Leisure Information Service - Wash- r. FJR Nabisco Foundation-Washington, ington,D.C. D.C. e. American Council for the Arts - San s. Rockerfeller Family Fund, Inc. - New Francisco,CA York,NY f. Taft Corporation-Washington,D.C. t. The Rockerfeller Foundation - New g. Philanthropic Advisory Service - Ar- York,NY lington,VA u. W. Alton Jones Foundation, Inc. - 4. Green Thumb,Inc. Charlottesville,VA a. Workers for Community Service v. The Joseph P.Kennedy,Jr.Foundation 5. Indiana Humanities Council -Washington,D.C. a. Resources and Funding for Humanities w. Knight Foundation-Akron,OH Programs x. The Kresge Foundation-Troy,MI 6. Lily Community Assistance Program y. Laffey-McHugh Foundation - a. Faculty/S tudenff echnicalAs sistancefor Wilmington,DE Community Projects z Lilly Endowment, Inc. - Indianapolis, 7. The Nature Conservancy IN a. Assistance in Acquiring Natural Areas as John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur S. National Association for the Exchange of in- Foundation-Chicago,IL dustrial Resources bb. James S. McDonnell Foundation - St. a. Donated Materials and Equipment Louis,MO 9. National Philanthropic Organizations cc. MCI Foundation-Washington,D.C. a. Aetna Foundation,Inc.-Hartford,CT dd. Joyce Mertz-Gilmore Foundation-New b. At&T-New York,NY York,NY c. The Lynde and Harry Bradley Founda- ee. Metropolitan Life Foundation - New Lion,Inc.-Milwaukee,WI York,NY d. Graham Foundation for Advanced ff. The Ambrose Monell Foundation-New Studies in the Fine Arts-Chicago,IL York,NY e. The Hearst Foundation, Inc. - San gg. Charles StewartMottFoundation-Flint, Francisco,CA MI f. William Randolph Hearst Foundation- hh. The Shubert Foundation, Inc. - New San Francisco,CA York,NY g. Conrad N. Hilton Foundation - Reno, ii. The Starr Foundation,New York,NY NV h. The Indianapolis Foundation - India- napolis,IN i. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation- Princeton,NJ j. The Commonwealth Fund-New York, ..� NY k. O.P.and W.E.Edwards Foundati on,Inc. -Port Ewen,NY 10. State Philanthropic Organizations q. The Martin Foundation,Inc. -Elkhart, a. Ball Brothers Foundation-Muncie,IN IN b. Bierhaus Foundation,Inc.-Vincennes, r. MclffllenFoundation,Inc.-FortWayne, IN IN c. Robert Lee Blaffer Trust - New Har- s. Wiles Foundation-Elkhart,IN mony,IN t. The Xenis S. Willer and Irwin Miller d. Carmichael Foundation, Inc. - South Trust-Columbus,IN Bend,IN u. Moore Foundation-Indianapolis,IN e. Central Newspapers Foundation - In- v. Nicholas H. Noyes, Jr. Memorial dianapolis,IN Foundation,Inc.-Indianapolis,IN f. Crescent Cresline Wabash Plastics w. Paul Ogle Foundation, Inc. - Foundation,Inc.-Evansville,IN Jeffersonville,IN g. Dayton Hudson Corporation - Minne- x. Oliver Memorial Trust Foundation - apolis,MN South Bend,IN h. ArthurJ.Decio Foundation-Elkhart,IN y. Rock Island Refining Foundation - i. Dekko Foundation,Inc. -Kendallville, Zionsville,IN IN z. Clarence L.and Edith B. Schust Foun- j. First Source Foundation-South Bend, dation-Fort Wayne,IN IN aa. Greater SeymourTrust Fund-Seymour, k. Fort Wayne National Bank Foundation IN -Fort Wayne,IN bb. The Clementine M. Tangeman Trust - 1. The Froderman Foundation,Inc.-Terre Columbus,IN Haute,IN cc. Thirty Five Twenty,Inc.-Indianapolis, in. Hook Drug Foundation- Indianapolis, IN IN dd. Thrush-Thompson Foundation. Inc. - n. Jenn Foundation-Indianapolis,IN Peru,IN o. Leighton-Oare Foundation,IN ee. Tokheim Foundation-Fort Wayne,IN p. Lilly Endowment, Inc. - Indianapolis, ff. West Foundation,Inc.-Indianapolis,IN IN 00 The Winchester Foundation-Winches- oe• ter,IN hh. Yoder Charitable Foundation-Goshen, IN 11. Professional Organizations a. Indiana Parks and Recreation Associa- • tion b. National Recreation and Park Associa- tion c. American Society of Landscape Archi- tects _ d. Indiana Chapter, American Society of Landscape Architects e. American Planning Association •�! f. ' Waterfront Center i A. g. Rails to Trails Conservancy ` �� ,� h. National Trails Council i. American Rivers kk 1 j. Amateur Athletic Union It. American Camping Association ,r'� ', 1. National Golf Foundation \ '� r 12. The Trust for Public Land ►l „(• a. Assistance in Acquiring Land for Public �' - — . .1��� Open Space The aforementioned potential funding sources are not intended as an exhaustive list of available sources. In carrying out its responsibilities, the Greencastle Parks and Recreation Department will continue to reesearch various federal grant-in-aid programs and private sector resources which could be utilised in the development of park and recreation projects. The issues have been identified, analyzed and ranked by priority. The Action Plan plots the probable implementation schedule using only the top priorities. The proposed Action Plan may need to be modified and adjusted as indicated by available resources. It is intended to be a flexible working document, and some adjustments should be anticipated. Quantifiable bench marks should be established to review and forecast for progress evaluation, based on a reasonable time frame. It should be recognized that not all Park Budget (PB) references in the Funding Source column means a specific capital budget allocation. Accomplishments may well be acquired donations or other sources of funding. Many items may be completed within "in house" use of staff and with monies for materials budgeted within the appropriate line of the operating budget. The following pages reflect the proposed Action Plan matrix for each individual year of the Master Plan 1996-2000. The matrix is organized per park site as follows: • Proposed Plan of Action - Identifies the proposed implementation element established from the priority list. • Estimated Costs - Indicates what estimated costs could be anticipated for the element of action. (All dollar estimates in are a result of certain assumptions, and may not reflect actual costs. They are strictly preliminary estimates to be used as budgeting tools.) • Funding Source(s) - Each Action Plan item has a source(s) of possible funding identified with it. 1996-2000 Action Plan -..,1996 Proposed Action Site/Facility Costs/Funding Office Computer Administration $ 2,500.00 PB, CF Park Truck Administration 15,000.00 PB Trailer Administration 3,000.00 PB Benches Robe Ann 2,500.00 PB, G&D Drinking Fountains Robe Ann 4,000.00 PB Maintenance Building Robe Ann 25,000.00 CF Park Development Avenue E 10,000.00 G&D, PB Trail Development Jaycee Park 100.00 G&D, PB Connecting Green spaces City ? G&D, PB, CF Non-Reverting Funds Administration 0 Laws & Ordinances Administration 0 Improve Communications Administration Strengthen Network of Administration Volunteers Recreation Programming Administration 0 N-R 1997 Proposed Action Site/Facility Costs/Funding Full Time Maintenance Administration S25,000.00 PB Install BBQ Grills Robe Ann 1,000.00 PB Close Circle Drive Robe Ann 5,000.00 PB Land Development Well Head Protection 8,000.00 CF, G&D, PB Pursue Outside Funding Administration 500.00 PB Publish Yearly Calendar of Administration 500.00 PB, NR Events Better,,Coordigtion with Administration 0 Local Festivals Recreation Programming Administration 0 YZR eN 1998 Proposed Action Site/Facility Costs/Funding Extend Fence Aquatic Center $ 5,000.00 PB, G&D Drop Slide Aquatic Center 5,000.00 PB, G&D, NR Large Playground Project Robe Ann 65,000.00 G&D Linear Park Big Walnut Creek 5,000.00 PB, G&D,IWG Part-time Recreation Dir. Administration 12,000.00 PB Circle Drive Robe Ann 5,000.00 PB, CF, G&D Recreation Programming Administration 0 NR 1999 Proposed Action Site/Facility Costs/Funding Children's Area Aquatic Center $15,000.00 PB, G&D, NR Community Center City 800,000.00 PB, G&D, GOB, CF, HIG Full-time Rec. Director Administration 25,000.00 PB Recreation Programming Administration 0 NR 2000 Proposed Action Site/Facility Costs/Funding Quarry Development Wood St. Quarry $100,000.00 PB, G&D, HIG, CF Nature Park City 50,000.00 PB, CF, G&D, IWG, HIG Clearwater Property Robe Ann 100,000.00 PB, CF Fillmore-Greencastle Rec. City 25,000.00 ISl'EA, PB, Coordinator G&D, HIG Recreation Programming Administration 0 NR ..J 1996-2000 Master Plan Cost Breakdown 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 Administration 20,500 23,000 12,000 25,000 Robe Ann Park 31,500 6,000 70,000 100,000 Avenue E 10,000 Jaycee Park------ 100 Well Head Protection) 8,000 City ? 800,000 75,000 Aquatic Center 10,000 15,000 Big Walnut Creek 5,000 Wood St. Quarry 100,000 Total: 62,100 37,000 97,000 840,000 275,000 Funding Sources: PB Parks and Recreation General Budget NR Non-Reverting Funds G&D Gifts and Donations GOB General Obligation Bonds CF City Funding IWG Indiana Water Grants HIG Hometown Indiana Grant or Build Indiana Fund I Parks and Recreation Department Five Year Budget Planning Based on the proposed funding sources and proposed Action Plan, projected budgets for the Parks and Recreation Department were prepared for the 1996-2000 period. The following chart illustrates the impact the proposed Action Plan would have on the Park and Recreation Depratment Budget. Compared to the budgets for previous years, one will note that the proposed increases are realistic and in line with proposed developments. Personal Services: 1997 includes a salary for a full-time maintenance position 1998 includes a salary for a part-time recreation position 1999 includes a salary to increase the part-time recreation positiion to a full-time position All other staff levels remain the same with a minimum of cost of living increases. Supplies: Expenses for supplies will decrease with the proposed increse in Non-Reverting Operating Funds to offset these costs. Minimal increases are expected in later years. Other Services and Charges: Inflation rates were calculated for basic services were listed for assistance in potential grant applications on propsed park developments. 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O :e O ' a. c o -] O cn cal C.) alO cn O U c, U 2 _ z G L1 v cn U — = — - •a O t cn E- Recreational Programs Recreational programs are essential to any park and Basic Dog Obedience recreation department The success lies with having a Indoor Jogging good variety of programs that can meet the needs of a Crafts for Parents of Preschoolers ms that playground Special Events community. Below is a sample listing of pro's Upholstery for Beginners have been offered by other park and recreation depart- Nature As Muse ments in Indiana. The challenge is to provide a mix of Tumbling&Movement programs for people of all ages and interests. Exploration!Preschoolers Family Game Night Green Up Your Life Parenting Skills Class Recreational Mixed Volleyball Family Film Festival Power Mixed Volleyball Nature Sketching Men's Basketball Leagues l Fundamentals of Sketching Winter l FestivaMoiva Bi Ice Hockey Fundamentals ross Art for Preschoolers Cross-Country Ski Clinic Boys Basketball Frisbee Festival Girls Basketball O en Golf Beginning Knitting&Crocheting Open Duplicate Bridge Cheerieading Fundamentals Figure Skating Fundamentals pottery for Beginners Kite Flight Festival Care of Shade Trees Tulip Trip to Holland,MI Sewing f or the Holidays Family SwimSafety Night Developing A Personal Leisure Swim MeetsEthic to Enrich the Quality — Community All-Comer Track Meet Ethic Your Life Music in The Park Job Opportunities in the Park Free Swim Day &Recreation Field gunner Swim Instruction Super Slip and Slide Intermediate Swim instruction Watercolor Paintingd for Beginners ift AdvancedWrapping Swim instruction Organization for a Photography Club Gift Aerobic Dance Cft ProjectsSanta CallingAmusement Park Tickets Toddler Swim Jogging Picnicing Woman's Basketball Canoe Launching Physical Fitness for Women C Cake Tr it Karate Self Defence for Women Cook Teen Swim Nights Baton Twirling Kiddy Swim and Game Day Batonble T winennk for Teens Ni t Frisbee Tournament Jr.World Hula Hoop Championships Advanced Lifesaving Run for Fitness Outdoor Basketball \\\ 4— Nature Trails r Fishing 1 ' ��� Sledding G �>� Swim and Trim Class 1 Junior Lifesaving s � Bread Dough Christmas Ornaments o, �_ _ Sunday Free Swim Coaching Youth Sports Ghostly Get-Together Interior Design Basics Drama Workshop for Winter Funfest Elementary Youngsters Babysitting for Teens Terrarium Workshop Teen Recreation Night Chess for Beginners Music Magic for Preschoolers Square Dance/Beginners Craft Class for 3rd/4th Graders Basketball Free Throw Contest How Does your Garden Grow? Basic Auto Mechanics for Women Birds of the Florida Everglades-Film Read-A-Rama Portrait Sketching Family Trip to FL Wayne Preliminary Drawing&Painting Children's Zoo Lunch Time Fitness for Men New Games Tournament Jogging-How to Start and Run for Fun/Run for Fitness Stay With It. Beep Basketball for the Blind Arizona's Northern Plateau-Film Beginning Needlepoint Tole Painting Marsh Birds and Waterfowl Organizing Recreation for "Life Be In It."New Games Festival Your Adolescent Recreation Folk Dancing Weight control&Aerobic Exercise Beginning Photography Choosing An Exercise Bicycle Weekend Park Programs Letters From Santa Claus Christmas Workshop in Clay Recreation Philosophy Swim Instructions for Disabled Youth Track Program Shuffleboard Taking Care of Your Health Weightlifting for Men/Women Baseball/Softball The Passion Play of Europe-Slides Scorekeepers Clinic Beginning Bowling for Women The"Wellness Movement" Creative Drama Backgammon Tournaments Basic Genealogy Football Fundamentals for Women Balloon Launch Dancercising Do-It-Yourself Househhold Repairs Red Cross CPR Spring Peepers-Wildlife Walks Wildflowers Galore r• Young Person's Photography The Autumn Glory of Brown County Trip This State of ours Called Indiana Film Western Europe-Slides a J. Recreation for Parents of Preschoolers 4 Basic Bicycle Maintenance ft Picnic Game Kit 1. Bike-Canoe Excursion Through . Your Parks "A Thing of Beauty Is A Joy Forever"-slides • ,-. Travelogue of Switzerland \\ Spring Outlook to Saugatuck