Shelby Depot Park Master Plan by Destination by Design

SHELBY, NORTH CAROLINA APRIL 2020

DEPOT PARK

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PRODUCED FOR

PRODUCED BY

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS CITY COUNCIL & ADMINISTRATION O. Stanhope Anthony III, Mayor Eric Hendrick David White David Causby Violet Arth Dukes Charles Webber

Rick Howell, City Manager Justin Merritt, Assistant City Manager/Finance Director

PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

CITY STAFF

Charlie Holtzclaw, Director

Beth Beam, Finance

David Fisher, Assistant Director

Danny Darst, Public Works

Doug Chapman, Building and Grounds Crew Supervisor

Bryan Howell, Housing

Tommy Forney, Amusement Supervisor

Chief William Hunt, Fire and Rescue

Dee Greene, Recreation Program Supervisor

David Hux, Water Resources

Brad Harmon, Athletic Turf Crew Supervisor

Deborah Jolly, Human Resources

Jay Hollifield, Building and Grounds Superintendent

Chief Jeff Ledford, Police

Jimmy Poole, Holly Oak Park Supervisor

Julie McMurry, Energy Services

Rose Toney, Administrative Assistant

Walter Scharer, Planning and Development Ben Yarboro, Engineering

Shelby on the Move Project Steering Committee

Shelby Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Shanda Hoskins, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Allen Langley, Chairman

Michelle Garey, Community Member

Craig Ferree, Vice Chairman

Manning Burton, Community Member

Juan Cherry

David Allen, Principal, Shelby High School

Pastor Robert Coleman

Luke Williams, Student, Shelby High School

Shawn Collins

Bridge Bonino, Student, Shelby High School

Marie Hendrick

Scott Mitchell, Volunteer Coach, Parks & Recreation Department

Shanda Hoskins David Lynn Bill Young

II | ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

SHELBY DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN

1. Introduction Project Background.......................................................................2 Project Purpose & Study Area...................................................4 Planning Process...........................................................................4 Project Goals...................................................................................5

2. Site Analysis & Design Determinates Study Area Context.......................................................................8 Natural Environment.................................................................. 10 Built Environment....................................................................... 12

3. Public Engagement & Draft Plan

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Tools of the Trade....................................................................... 16 Steering Committee................................................................... 18 Recreational Needs Survey..................................................... 20 Neighborhood Workshops....................................................... 22 Draft Plan & Public Meeting.................................................... 24

4. Recommendations Depot Park Key Features.......................................................... 28 Final Depot Park Master Plan................................................. 30

5. Implementation Prioritization, Physical Needs Summary, and Budget..... 34 Grant Funding Opportunities.................................................. 35

SHELBY DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN

TABLE OF CONTENTS | III

EXHIBIT 1: DEPOT PARK STUDY AREA..................................................................... 4 EXHIBIT 2: PLANNING PROCESS TIMELINE............................................................ 4 EXHIBIT 3: NATURAL ENVIRONMENT KEY FEATURES.......................................... 11

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EXHIBIT 4: BUILT ENVIRONMENT KEY FEATURES................................................ 13 EXHIBIT 5: COMMUNICATION TOOLS OF TRADE ................................................. 17 EXHIBIT 6: PARK STYLE PREFERENCE SURVEY................................................... 24 EXHIBIT 7: DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN................................................................ 30

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SHELBY DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN

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MAP 1: SHELBY ACQUIRED RAIL TRAIL CORRIDOR & PLANNING SECTIONS............ 3 MAP 2: PHASE 1 RAIL TRAIL IMPLEMENTATION.......................................................9 MAP 3: STUDY AREA SOIL TYPES.......................................................................... 10

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“DEPOT PARK PROVIDES A SIGNIFICANT OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE A DESTINATION PARK TO SUPPORT UPTOWN SHELBY’S NEW DESTINATION RAIL TRAIL.”

SHELBY DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN

INTRODUCTION The Shelby Depot Park Master Plan serves as a guide for the development of a significant recreation, community, and tourism asset along the Shelby Rail Trail.

IN THIS CHAPTER: • Project Background • Project Purpose and Goals • Planning Process Timeline

This chapter highlights the project background, purpose, and goals.

SHELBY DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN

CHAPTER 1: INTROCUCTION | 1

BACKGROUND In 2018, the City of Shelby and its partners completed the Cleveland County Rail Trail Master Plan to serve as a guide for the acquisition and implementation of an 11.85-mile rail trail from West Grover Street in Uptown Shelby to the NC-SC state line south of the Town of Earl. In November 2019, the City of Shelby officially purchased the 11.85-mile railroad corridor from Norfolk Southern for $5 million with the support of a $4.16 million federal transportation grant.

PHASE 1 IMPLEMENTATION The Cleveland County Rail Trail Master Plan identifies three (3) planning sections along the 11.85-mile railroad corridor: 1) City of Shelby; 2) City of Shelby to Patterson Springs; and 3) Patterson Springs to NC-SC state line. Since acquiring the 11.85-mile corridor in November 2019, the City of Shelby has begun the process of fully engineering planning section 1, which includes the northern 1.2 miles of trail corridor located within the city limits. The Shelby section is the priority for phase one implementation for evident reasons: along this corridor there are major economic, transportation, recreation, and health implications for significant portions of City’s population.

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DEPOT PARK: A DESTINATION PARK ALONG A DESTINATION RAIL TRAIL Within the heart of this corridor is an opportunity for renewal and further Uptown revitalization, particularly as former rail-oriented industrial areas give way to new commercial and residential infill development opportunities. And with the creation of a new multiuse path serving as the growth impetus and its artery, opportunities abound to establish new parks and green infrastructure within the core of the City; the old railroad depot property located between West Graham Street and Gardner Street, which was acquired along with the rail corridor, provides a significant opportunity to create a destination park to support Uptown Shelby’s new destination rail trail.

In November 2019, the City of Shelby officially purchased the 11.85-mile railroad corridor extending from Uptown Shelby to the NC-SC state line with the support of a $4.16 million federal transportation grant.

SHELBY DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN

MAP 1: SHELBY AQUIRED RAIL TRAIL CORRIDOR AND PLANNING SECTIONS

IN 2018 THE CITY OF SHELBY AND ITS PARTNERS COMPLETED THE CLEVELAND COUNTY RAIL TRAIL MASTER PLAN TO SERVE AS A GUIDE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AN 11.85 MILE RAIL TRAIL FROM WEST GROVER STREET IN UPTOWN SHELBY TO THE NC-SC STATE LINE SOUTH OF THE TOWN OF EARL.

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EXHIBIT 1: DEPOT PARK STUDY AREA

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Within the phase one implementation area is the old Norfolk Southern train depot, which is comprised of approximately four (4) acres. This park will ultimately serve as a hub for trail users and catalyst for further downtown revitalization.

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SHELBY DEPOT PARK ENCOMPASSES FOUR (4) ACRES IN THE HEART OF UPTOWN SHELBY AND WILL SERVE AS A HUB FOR TRAIL ACTIVITY. THE PURPOSE OF THIS MASTER PLAN EFFORT IS TO PRESENT A COMPELLING, CITIZEN-DRIVEN VISION FOR SHELBY DEPOT PARK.

EXHIBIT 2: PLANNING PROCESS TIMELINE

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Direction Setting & Communications

Discovery, Analysis, & Public Engagement

• Kick-off Vision Meeting • Establish Plan Goals • Public Engagement Video & Website

• Site Analysis & Facility/Program Inventory • Community Workshops • Recreational Needs Survey

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GOALS

Economic Development Spur economic growth by creating a recreation and community asset that attracts visitors, residents, and the workforce into Uptown Shelby.

Rail Trail Anchor Shelby Depot Park will serve as the primary Uptown Shelby access for the 12-mile rail trail. The park will establish the overall trail character and provide visitor orientation for the rail trail.

Health & Wellness Create infrastructure that promotes physical and social wellness, and meets recreation gaps within the city.

Destination-Quality Although the park will serve as a significant asset along the rail trail, its design and function should serve as a standalone destination asset.

Poised for Grant Funding

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SHELBY DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN

SITE ANALYSIS & DESIGN DETERMINANTS The purpose of this chapter is to provide an overview of existing site conditions that have design implications for Depot Park. The chapter begins with a description of the study area’s surrounding context and then highlights existing natural and built features that currently exist within the park’s boundary.

IN THIS CHAPTER: • Study Area Context • Natural Environment • Built Environment

CHAPTER 2: SITE ANALYSIS & DESIGN DETERMINANTS | 7

STUDY AREA CONTEXT DEPOT PARK IS CENTRALLY LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY’S PHASE ONE IMPLEMENTATION AREA THAT EXTENDS 1.67-MILES FROM WEST GROVER STREET SOUTH TO LAFAYETTE STREET (SEE MAP 2: PHASE I RAIL TRAIL IMPLEMENTATION, PAGE RIGHT). This corridor is located adjacent to several city-owned assets and extends through the heart of Uptown Shelby. From its northern terminus, the rail trail provides for a direct connection to the First Broad River Trail via an existing multi-use path that extends west along West Grover Street. Moving south from the northern terminus, before reaching the City’s urban core, the trail extends adjacent to the old Sumter Street ballpark, which is currently owned by the Cleveland County School Board; the city’s comprehensive parks and recreation master plan calls for the acquisition of this property for a dog park. The trail intersects with the city’s urban core at West Marion Street. Located west of this intersection is City Park, which provides for civic programming such as music concerts and a community farmers market. Another block east is the Earl Scruggs Center, a significant tourism destination celebrating the life and music of local banjo legend Earl Scruggs.

8 | CHAPTER 2: SITE ANALYSIS & DESIGN DETERMINANTS

South from West Marion Street, the rail trail parallels South Morgan Street and extends two blocks (crossing West Warren Street) before reaching West Graham Street, the northern boundary of Depot Park. These two blocks provide a significant opportunity for streetscape enhancements and infill development. The rail trail continues to parallel South Morgan Street from West Graham Street south to Gardner Street. These two blocks extend approximately 1,400 feet and encompass the old Norfolk Southern rail depot, which serves as the fouracre study area for Depot Park. South of Depot Park near the Highway 74 overpass there is an approximately one-acre city-owned property. The citywide parks and recreation master plan calls for a paved pump track at this location. From here, the Highway 74 overpass provides an opportunity to create a unique architectural feature and trail character marker that supports the rail trail brand (still to be developed). Lafayette Street serves as the terminus for the phase one implementation area. SHELBY’S CITYWIDE PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN (COMPLETED IN 2020) HIGHLIGHTS FOUR KEY IMPROVEMENTS ALONG THE PHASE 1 RAIL CORRIDOR. DEPOT PARK IS SITUATED WITHIN THE HEART OF UPTOWN SHELBY.

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NATURAL ENVIRONMENT This section highlights site analysis findings pertaining to the natural environment, including those related to topography, soils, vegetation, and significant natural communities.

TOPOGRAPHY The Depot Park study area is generally flat except a stormwater ditch located along the property’s western edge.

SOILS According to the Cleveland County soil map, the Uptown rail trail area contains four different soil types, including PacoletBethlehem-Urban land complex, Pacolet-Bethlehem complex, Cecil-Urban Land complex, and Urban Land. Depot Park is designated as Urban Land (See Map 3: Study Area Soil Types).

VEGETATION, & SIGNIFICANT NATURAL COMMUNITIES Due to the historical heavy-industrial land use of the study area, the four-acre site is mostly void of vegetation except for areas along the southwest edge where there is a small stand of hardwoods that vary in condition. There are no significant natural communities found on the site.

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MAP 3: STUDY AREA SOIL TYPES ACCORDING TO THE CLEVELAND COUNTY SOIL MAP, THE UPTOWN RAIL TRAIL AREA CONTAINS FOUR DIFFERENT SOIL TYPES, INCLUDING PACOLET-BETHLEHEM-URBAN LAND COMPLEX, PACOLET-BETHLEHEM COMPLEX, CECILURBAN LAND COMPLEX, AND URBAN LAND. DEPOT PARK IS DESIGNATED AS URBAN LAND

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BUILT ENVIRONMENT The study area’s built environment is anchored by the 5,000 square feet NORFOLK SOUTHERN TRAIN DEPOT that was constructed in the late 1800s. Throughout the planning process, the community was adamant about re-purposing this historic structure within the master plan. For this reason, the park has been named Depot Park. The structure appears to be in reasonable condition: the roof is intact, and the foundation does not display any major cracking.

A former RAILROAD SIGNAL is located along the southern edge of the property near Gardner Street. The signal appears in good condition and provides an opportunity to create a unique southern gateway into Depot Park.

ELECTRIC POLES are located along the periphery of much of the study area.

Attached to the old depot is a BLOCK STRUCTURE that currently serves as an agriculture supply store. It is unknown when this structure was added to the old depot building, but it is generally in poor condition and likely serves no long term commercial or recreation purpose. Located on the southern half of the study area are TWO STORAGE SHEDS (poor condition) and an outdoor storage area that appears to store old railroad maintenance materials. These structures and materials will need to be removed. THE CONSULTANT TEAM’S PLANNER AND ECOLOGIST CONDUCT A SITE ANALYSIS OF THE DEPOT PARK STUDY AREA.

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PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT & DRAFT PLAN This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of public engagement methods and findings and is organized according to five (5) major parts: 1) Tools of the Trade; 2) Steering Committee; 3) Recreational Needs Survey; 4) Neighborhood Workshops; and 5) Draft Plan & Public Meeting.

IN THIS CHAPTER: • Tools of the Trade • Steering Committee • Recreational Needs Survey • Neighborhood Workshops • Draft Plan & Public Meeting

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TOOLS OF THE TRADE To encourage maximum community engagement and ideation throughout the planning process, a robust communications plan was employed that included the creation of a project brand and slogan (“Shelby on the Move”), a promotional video, extensive paid Facebook advertising, and project website to serve as a portal for disseminating plan information and the community survey (see Exhibit 5: Communication Tools of the Trade page right).

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EXHIBIT 5: COMMUNICATION TOOLS OF THE TRADE

THE PLANNING PROCESS INCLUDED A ROBUST COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY THAT INCLUDED A VARIETY OF TOOLS TO ENCOURAGE MAXIMUM COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND IDEATION.

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STEERING COMMITTEE The project steering committee was comprised of a diverse group of citizen stakeholders that were appointed by the Shelby City Council. The steering committee provided the consultant team and staff with initial plan direction and then provided a thoughtful critique of preliminary design concepts prior to public workshops. During the first steering committee meeting on November 12, 2019, the consultant team shared findings from the community survey regarding desired rail trail amenities. The committee agreed that the design team should consider the top amenities requested, including RESTROOMS,

TRAILHEAD FEATURES, LIGHTING, FURNITURE, WATER FOUNTAINS, SHADE AREAS, AND PICNIC FACILITIES. The committee also encouraged the plan concept to include a splash pad along with a small amphitheater to further support the City’s music culture. The second steering committee meeting was held on January 23, 2020. The consultant teams shared results from the community workshops and presented a draft plan for review (see Draft Plan and Public Meeting, page 24). The plan was well-received, and the committee encouraged the consultant team and staff to present the concept at the public meeting scheduled for February 25th, 2020.

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“DEPOT PARK WILL DEFINE THE WHOLE RAIL TRAIL AND SHOULD SERVE AS A FAMILY HUB ALONG THE GREENWAY.” ~ Steering Committee Member

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THE PLANNING CONSULTANT TEAM DISCUSSES HOW DEPOT PARK FITS WITHIN THE LARGER CONTEXT OF THE RAIL TRAIL PROJECT.

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RECREATIONAL NEEDS SURVEY

Benches An online recreational needs survey was administered and promoted heavily via Facebook and through the city staffs’ email networks. As a result, 749 citizens responded to the survey, which featured questions pertaining to general recreation needs and specifically the rail trail. A list of key findings is provided below.

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of respondents said development of the Rail Trail was important or very important in relation to other City projects.

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CommItted to the Cause

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of respondents would support or would consider supporting a nominal tax increase to expand recreation opportunities

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How important are the following outdoor recreation facilities to you and members of your household? Asphalt/Paved Trails for walking and bicycling

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NEIGHBORHOOD WORKSHOPS Three (3) neighborhood workshops were conducted throughout various parts of the city, including Holly Oak Park (November 9, 2019), Shelby City Park (November 12, 2019) and Marion Elementary School (November 16, 2019). More than fifty (50) citizens attended these workshops and shared their vision for the new rail trail and ideas for how to improve parks and recreation facilities throughout the City of Shelby. A list of key facility desires is provided to the right.

RAIL TRAIL FACILITY BRAINSTORM AMONG WORKSHOP PARTICIPANTS: • Need more information to the public about having a safe trail • Splash pad • Restrooms • Pavilion/amphitheater/music venue • Playgrounds • Picnic area • Covered picnic/rest areas • Water access • Parking • Private/public partnership building use • Native plant/green areas • Fitness stations • Dog park • Putt putt • Skate park • Indoor playground • Indoor gaming area • Indoor farmers market

THE WORKSHOPS WERE PROMOTED HEAVILY THROUGH PAID FACEBOOK ADVERTISING.

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DRAFT PLAN & PUBLIC MEETING In December 2019 and January 2020, the consultant team presented to local government leaders and the Project Steering Committee preliminary plan concepts for Depot Park. The initial park concepts were refined and ultimately presented at the public unveiling of the master plan on February 25th, 2020.

EXHIBIT 6: PARK STYLE PREFERENCE SURVEY

More than 100 participants attended the Depot Park Master Plan presentation and public meeting, which included a visual preference survey. Citizens preferred the “classic” style shelter, “natural” style splash pad, and the “adventure” style playground. Below are images associated with these preferred alternatives.

THE UNVEILING More than 100 citizens attended the public meeting on February 25th, 2020 to learn about and provide comments on the complete draft master plan for Depot Park. The meeting provided an opportunity for citizens to vote on architectural style preferences for the park’s shelters, playground, and splash pad (see Exhibit 6 for results).

THE CONSULTANT TEAM AND PROJECT STEERING COMMITTEE CRITIQUE EARLY DRAFT MASTER PLAN CONCEPTS FOR DEPOT PARK.

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MORE THAN 100 CITIZENS ATTEND THE PUBLIC MEETING ON FEBRUARY 25TH, 2020 TO LEARN ABOUT AND PROVIDE COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT MASTER PLAN FOR DEPOT PARK.

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RECOMMENDATIONS This chapter features the final site master plan for Depot Park (see Exhibit 7: Final Depot Park Master Plan) and includes a description of all recreation program and infrastructure elements. These findings represent the collective vision expressed among citizens and stakeholders engaged throughout the process.

IN THIS CHAPTER: • Depot Park Key Features • Final Depot Park Master Plan

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commercial and residential infill development opportunities.

And with the creation of a new multi-use path serving as the growth impetus and its artery, opportunities abound to establish new parks and green infrastructure within the core of the city. The old rail depot property located between West Graham Street and Gardner Street provides a significant opportunity to create a destination park that supports Uptown Shelby’s new destination rail trail.

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The southern extent of Depot Park features a trail section that gradually elevates to provide for a pedestrian underpass between the splash pad and a natural playground. This area is adjacent to the trailhead hub and features multiple shelters and picnic tables.

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BENCHES

Custom swinging benches are proposed just south of the mist arbor between the rail trail and old depot. The swing structure will feature old rail lines from which swings will hang. A Covered Porch and Rail Trail

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Near the park’s northern entry is a mist At the time of the plan writing, the exact arbor feature to help cool users on hot use of the old depot building was not yet 3 Natural Playground 2 Trellis/Shade Covered Lawn 4 Elevated Pathway days. For users that wish to avoid this determined. However, the Depot Park site feature, that all of its possible uses, S E C T Iplan O Nensures S Pthere E R will S PbeEan Coptional T I V Etrail S route DEPOT PARK MASTER PLAN: THE HEART OF THE RAIL TRAIL along Morgan Street. such as a restaurant, brewery, coffee shop, community building, or combination of any II III of these V IV uses, would seamlessly tie into 4. CUSTOM SWING the surrounding rail trail and park.

n opportunity for a public-private partnership, and its character should reflect the city’s k is located on the building’s northern facade and a ramp to its eastern side provides will be particularly attracted the new covered porch that extends the building’s exterior ooks the adjacent trail.

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Sculpture is proposed in two locations, the heart of the 11.85-mile rail trail corridor exists an opportunity for fu one at the Within northern commercial andgateway residential infilland development opportunities. another centrally located near the visitor And with the creation of a new multi-use path serving as the growth impetus a orientationThe trailhead (note: the southern old rail depot property located between West Graham Street and Gardner destination rail trail. gateway features an old railroad safety signal rather than a sculpture). For final n design of these features, the city should consider the final rail trail brand, its music D E P OT PA R K heritage, and the industrial character of the old depot.

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The trailhead hub will serve as a central information center for the complete rail trail and features an information kiosk, bike rack, bike repair station, and restrooms.

The site plan does call for a deck on the north side, anvegetation ADA and ramp onsmall the ark from the north, building’s a curve is imagined with surrounding multiple ocated along the apex of the trail bend, providing users with respite during hot summer east side, and a new covered porch along benches are nested within planted areas, creating a welcoming entranceway to the the south and west.

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As the rail trail enters Depot Park from the north, a curve is imagined with surrounding vegetation and multiple small resting areas. A mist arbor is located along the apex of the trail bend, providing users with respite during hot summer days. Large, custom swinging benches are nested within planted areas, creating a welcoming entranceway to the renovated Depot.

The new Depot will provide an opportunity for a public-private partnership, and its character should reflect the city’s industrial history. A small deck is located on the building’s northern facade and a ramp to its eastern side provides easy accessibility. Trail users will be particularly attracted the new covered porch that extends the building’s exterior along the west side and overlooks the adjacent trail.

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An open green is proposed from the southern edge of the old depot and . extending to the proposed stage. The N ST NTO BLA open green is approximately 10,000 square feet in size. This area will provide for small concerts or yard games such as cornhole or bocce ball. To keep the area cooler, a trellis or live vegetative shade structure is proposed over the open green.

Park features a trail section that gradually elevates to provide for a pedestrian underpass a natural playground. This area is adjacent to the trailhead hub and features multiple

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7. EVENT STAGE

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PERSPECTIVES

A performing arts stage is located on the southern end of the open green adjacent to the trailhead area. The stage area is approximately 1,800 square feet in size.

8. VISITOR ORIENTATION TRAILHEAD For visitors wishing to access the rail trail, Depot Park will serve as a primary access. The trailhead area is centrally located within the park and features an information kiosk, bike racks, and bike repair station. A Covered Porch and Rail Trail

10. SHELTERS There are three shelters located near the trailhead and playground. A large shelter (20’x40’) is located directly adjacent to the restroom and rail trail. Two small shelters (15’x25’) are located on the east side of the playground near Market Street.

12. ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND

D E P OT PA R K S T U DY A

An adventure playground is proposed west of the splash pad, which is connected under a raised section of the rail trail. In accordance with public input, the playground shouldAbe of ST. M comprised GRAH W natural materials and mimic a more natural S landscape. M A

11. SPLASH PAD The splash pad is proposed south of the trailhead and near Market Street. In accordance with public input, the splash pad should be comprised of natural materials and mimic a more natural landscape.

13. SOUTHERN GATEWAY S

O An old railroad safety signal currently R G A exists at the southern edge of the park N S near Gardner Street.SThis T. signal will be T. N NTO BLA repurposed and feature a sign welcoming trail users.

9. RESTROOMS Between the trailhead and playground is a six-stall restroom facility. The facility will serve both park and rail trail users.

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Restrooms Sculpture

Covered Lawn

GRIGG STREET

Visitor Orientation - Information Kiosk, Bike Racks and Bike Repair Station

Shelters C Splash Pad

B RE AK LINE

GARDNER STREET

MARKET STREET

Shelter

3 Natural Playground

Stage

4 Elevated Pathway with Underpass

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BLANTON STREET

Rail Trail

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IMPLEMENTATION The Depot Park Master Plan casts a bold vision, and if realized along with the 12-mile rail trail, will have a significant economic impact on the city and its citizens through an increase in visitors and new private investment and redevelopment. In addition, Depot Park and the rail trail will allow for a significant increase in connectivity to existing neighborhoods, churches, businesses, and other city parks. With the creation of new recreation and transportation opportunities, expect an increase in physical activity and greater community interaction and the city to emerge with a healthier and more vibrant citizenry.

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IN THIS CHAPTER: • Prioritization, Physical Needs Summary, and Budget • Grant Funding Opportunities

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SECTION TITLE headers + sub-headers

PHASE 1 IMPLEMENTATION AREA

Phase 1 includes all initial site preparation and grading for Depot Park. This phase features the rail trail and recreational amenities that will create a stand-alone park for residents and visitors. Key elements include the following:

PRIORITIZATION, PHYSICAL NEEDS SUMMARY, & BUDGET

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Concrete Rail Trail Adventure Playground Water Feature/Splash Pad Event Stage

It em

• Restrooms • Large Picnic Shelter • Open Lawn with Shade Structure

Un i t

Q u an t i t y

Site Prep and Grading

U n i t C o st

Concrete Trail (14' wide)

1400

Adventure Playground

Water Feature/Splash Pad

Event Stage

75,000.00

T o t a l C o st

75,000.00

200.00 $

280,000.00

125,000.00 $

125,000.00

275,000.00 $

275,000.00

1800

105.00 $

189,000.00

Restrooms

260,000.00 $

260,000.00

Large Picnic Shelter (20' x 40')

Open Lawn with Shade Structure

80,000.00

145,000.00 $

80,000.00

145,000.00

To t al

1,429,000.00

Engineering (15%)

214,350.00

Contingency (5%)

71,450.00

P h a se 1 G r a n d T o t a l $

1,714,800.00

LS=Lump Sum

LF=Linear Foot

SF=Square Foot

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PHASE 2 IMPLEMENTATION AREA Phase 2 features elements that will elevate the experience of the Shelby Rail Trail. These amenities will help define and complete this destination park that will support Uptown Shelby’s new destination rail trail. Key elements include the following: • • • • •

Sculptures Mist Arbor Custom Swinging Benches Visitor Orientation Center and Trailhead Hub Small Shelters

• • • •

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Elevated Trail Section Lighting Landscaping Furnishings and Signage

Un i t

Q u an t i t y

U n i t C o st

T o t a l C o st

Sculpture

24,000.00

48,000.00

Mist Arbor

60,000.00

Custom Swinging Benches

4,800.00 $

28,800.00

Trailhead Hub/ Shelter

150,000.00 $

150,000.00

Small Shelters (15' x 25')

Elevated Trail Section

Lighting

Landscaping

Furnishings & Signage

50,000.00

150,000.00

175,000.00 $

175,000.00

75,000.00

150,000.00 $

150,000.00

120,000.00 $

120,000.00

To t al

956,800.00

Engineering (15%)

143,520.00

Contingency (5%)

47,840.00

P h a se 2 T o t a l $

1,148,160.00

LS=Lump Sum

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GRANT FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES Although plan implementation will certainly require a local financial commitment, there are several funding opportunities available to the City of Shelby to help implement this plan. This master plan was prepared according to standards developed by the NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF), and this grant source should anchor any grant procurement strategy developed by the City. If secured, PARTF grants can be implemented over a three (3) year period. To navigate the PARTF grant cycle and obtain a grant contract will take nearly a year; for budgeting purposes, note that fiscal impacts can be spread across these four (4) years. A summary of potential funding sources is provided in the table below.

Pa r t n e r sh i p F u n d i n g A g e n c y

D e p o t Pa r k I m p l i c a t i o n s

Max i m u m A m o u n t

Mat c h i n g F u n d s Re q u i r e d

D ead l i n es

Recreational Trails Program (RTP)

All types of trails, greenways, and trail amenities

$100,000

25%

Spring

Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF)

All types of parks, trails, and recreation facilities

$500,000

50%

May

People for Bikes Community Grant

Trails, greenways, and bike infrastructure

$10,000

50%

January/July

Federal BUILD (former TIGER) Grant

For construction provided all easements are secure.

N/A (min. $1 million)

$0 (for rural counties)

May (typical)

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