Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan by MSA Professional Services

City of Chilton

COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN 2022-2026

Staff Dave DeTroye, City Administrator Chris Marx, Director of Public Works

Prepared by: This document was prepared by MSA Professional Services, Inc. with assistance from city staff and the Culture & Recreation Committee of Chilton.

Culture & Recreation Committee Jonathon Kragh, Chairman Joe Schoenborn, Alderperson Peggy Loose, Alderperson

Project No.: 09322002 Final February 2022

Common Council Thomas Reinl, Mayor Ron Gruett Jonathan Kragh Peggy Loose Jeff Moehn Kathy Schmitzer Robert Seipel Andrew Deehr Joe Schoenborn

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CONTENT O1

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

CHAPTER 2: ABOUT CHILTON

1.1 Plan Purpose 1.2 Planning Process 1.3 The Role of Parks, Recreation & Trails

2.1 Local & Regional Context 2.2 Demographics 2.3 Physical Character & Environmental Resources 2.4 Existing Land Use & Zoning 2.5 Future Land Use Plans 2.6 City-Owned Facilities 2.7 School Facilities 2.8 Regional Parks 2.9 Regional Trails 2.10 Private Facilities

CHAPTER 3: GOALS & STRATEGIES 3.1 Goals & Strategies

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CHAPTER 4: ANALYSIS OF NEEDS

4.1 Quantitative Analysis 4.2 Geographic Analysis 4.3 Qualitative Analysis 4.4 Existing Local Plans 4.5 Regional & State Insights

CHAPTER 5: RECOMMENDATIONS 5.1 Existing Park Facilities 5.2 New and Expanded Park Facilities 5.3 Trail Improvements 5.4 Other Recommendations

CHAPTER 6: IMPLEMENTATION

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6.1 Tools & Mechanisms to Fund Implementation 6.2 Plan Adoption & Amendments 6.3 Action Plan

APPENDIX A: SURVEY SUMMARY APPENDIX B: PARKS AND RECREATION MAPS

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Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION 1.1 PLAN PURPOSE Parks, recreation, and trails are important elements in the quality of life for all communities. Not only these elements provide a safe and healthy place to recreate, they also serve to beautify, protect the natural environment and influence the patterns of development in and around the community. The City of Chilton realizes the importance and benefits its parks, open space and trail systems have on the city’s character and quality of life and is committed to providing for the recreational needs of current and future residents. This plan intends to guide the continual improvement of the city’s park, recreation and trail systems to maintain its eligibility for state and federal park and recreation grants. This plan envisions a connected system of parks, open spaces and trails throughout Chilton, related to the city’s natural resources, geography, and neighborhoods. The plan is also intended to be a support document and component of Chilton’s Comprehensive Plan, as well as align Chilton with local and state initiatives to promote outdoor recreation. This plan along with the city’s other long-range plans and development-related ordinances, will be used to implement and promote its parks and recreation program. Specifically the plan provides: • • • •

Information regarding demographic trends, An inventory of existing park and recreational facilities, An analysis of parkland and recreational needs and demands, General policy direction regarding park, recreation, open space, bicycle, and pedestrian facility planning and maintenance, • Recommendations for new and improving existing park, bicycle and pedestrian facilities; and • Funding and implementation strategies. This plan identifies conceptual locations and recommendations for different types of parks, trails, natural areas, and recreational facilities. In nearly every case, more detailed planning, engineering, budgeting, and discussions will be necessary before decisions are made to actually acquire land or construct recreational facilities.

CORP & GRANT FUNDING The Wisconsin Legislature created the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program (Stewardship) in 1989. Named for two of Wisconsin’s most revered conservation leaders, Warren Knowles (Governor 19651971) and Gaylord Nelson (Governor 1959-1963, U.S. Senator 1964-1981), the purpose of the program is to preserve valuable natural areas and wildlife habitat, protect water quality and fisheries, and expand opportunities for outdoor recreation. The conservation and recreation goals of the Stewardship Program are achieved through the acquisition of land and easements, development of recreational facilities, and restoration of wildlife habitat. The Stewardship grant program is the most widely used recreational grant program in the state. Eligibility for the program requires that a community maintain a local comprehensive outdoor recreation plan (CORP), updated every five years, and that the project for which grant funding is sought is described in the CORP. Many other similar state and federal recreational grant programs have similar requirements or have shown a tendency to favor those grant applications which are supported through previous community planning efforts.

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1.2 PLANNING PROCESS Park, recreation, bicycle, and pedestrian planning are essential components of long-range community planning in Chilton. Currently Chilton has a Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) that was adopted in 2017. In 2021, the city contracted with MSA Professional Services, Inc. to assist with an update to the 2017 plan. Early in the planning process Chilton facilitated an online community survey to gather citizen feedback on desired public park, trail, and recreational facilities. The process also included a public involvement meeting (PIM) to obtain input from the public and stakeholders on desired park and recreation improvements (Refer to Appendix A for survey results and Chapter 4 for a summary of the public involvement meeting). A public hearing was also held prior to plan adoption. This plan was developed following the Guidelines for the Development of Local Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plans of the 2019-2023 Wisconsin State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) created by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR). The plan content and format have been tailored to fit the needs of Chilton.

1.3 THE ROLE OF PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS The benefits of parks go far beyond simply being spaces where people can recreate. Parks contribute to the physical and mental health of individuals and provide public safety, environmental, economic, and social equity benefits to our communities. Recently, parks have come to the forefront of public health discussions due to COVID-19. The pandemic has put parks in the spotlight as more people seek opportunities to be outdoors to allow them to socially distance themselves. It is important to remember the benefits parks provide to the communities they serve, which include:

PROJECT MILESTONES JULY 2021 • Culture & Recreation Committee Meeting #1 • Existing Conditions Review • Park Needs Review AUGUST 2021 • Community Survey SEPTEMBER 2021 • Public Open House OCTOBER-NOVEMBER 2021 • Preliminary Park Needs DECEMBER 2021 • Draft Plan JANUARY 2022 • Common Council and Culture & Recreation Committee Plan Review FEBRUARY 2022 • Common Council Adoption

Belonging

Public parks are a unique amenity because they have the potential to be accessible to anyone in the community, regardless of age, gender, ability, socioeconomic status, race, or ethnicity. Though we often find that disparities exist in the distribution and quality of parks and recreation amenities, many parks and recreation departments across the U.S. are now rethinking how to engage and provide benefits to residents who do not currently have access to parks. If parks can be more inclusive, they have the potential to function as a nucleus of neighborhood activity. They can be places where residents gather for social events, recreational activities, and meetings about local issues, increasing social interaction, and creating an overall sense of community.

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INTRODUCTION Community Health

According to the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA), when individuals use green spaces, they have fewer health issues, improved blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and reduced stress— which leads to a lower incidence of depression and a greater ability to face problems. According to a report by the NRPA titled “The Economic Impact of Parks,” “Diabetic individuals taking 30-minute walks in a green space experienced lower blood glucose levels than spending the same amount of time doing physical activity in other settings. Thirty minutes of walking in nature resulted in larger drops in blood glucose than three (3) hours of cycling indoors.”

If a park system is designed with connections to regional destinations, it can also serve to bring in additional visitors. This additional tourism can be a significant benefit to local businesses. The city’s plan aligns with regional and State plans to promote outdoor recreation in the greater area.

Connections

Well-connected trail systems can provide an important alternate means of traveling for those who prefer to bike for health or environmental reasons and for those who lack other means of transportation due to age, income or disability. Shared-use paths also provide important connections to public transit. According to the National Household Travel Survey Ecological Health conducted by the Federal Highway Administration, While parks, forests, and trails provide opportunities to 85% of transit trips begin and end with walking and improve the health of residents, they also contribute nearly one in six walking trips is made for the purpose to the greater ecological health of the city. Parks are of accessing public transit. often tied together with environmentally sensitive areas such as wetlands, floodplains, surface waters, Impact of COVID-19 or significant woodlands which can include trails. With COVID-19 we are seeing increased usage of trails These areas provide food and shelter for local wildlife and parks. This increase in usage coupled with a need and natural stormwater retention. Individual parks to maintain social distancing has resulted in new can provide important “rooms” of natural resource design challenges. It is likely these shifts will impact activity; however, they become even more functional parks into the future. We also anticipate the way in when they can be linked together by environmental which parks are funded is going to shift—there will corridors, or “hallways.” Wildlife, plants, and water likely be a more diverse set of funding sources and all depend on the ability to move freely within the partnerships for park and recreation projects. A final environment from room to room. anticipated impact is a focus on health equity and social justice in parks and programming.

Economic Prosperity

Leisure time is an important component of everyone’s lifestyle and increasingly people are choosing locations to live based on quality-of-life factors such as recreational amenities. According to the National Recreation and Park Association’s (NRPA’s) Engagement with Parks Report, four out of five adults in the US seek high-quality parks and recreation when choosing a place to live. The ability to retain or attract new residents has direct economic benefits to the city. For this reason, having a great park, recreation, and trail systems contributes directly to economic development. According to a study completed by NRPA and George Mason University, 72% of the 70 communities studied use parks and recreation images in their economic development materials. The study notes that parks and recreation contribute to economic development through business attraction, business retention and expansion and talent attraction.

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Chapter 2 ABOUT CHILTON

Chapter 2 | About Chilton

ABOUT MIDDLETON 2.1 LOCAL & REGIONAL CONTEXT

Table 2.1 Population History & Projections Source: US Census, WI DOA Population Estimates and Projections

The City of Chilton is found in central Calumet County, about 8 miles east of Lake Winnebago. The city lies at the intersection of US-151 and HWY 32 and is the seat of Calumet County.

Population History & Projections Calumet County

City of Chilton

Wisconsin

1970

3,030

27,604

4,417,821

1980

2,951

30,867

4,705,642

1990

3,240

34,291

4,891,769

2000

3,708

40,631

5,363,715

2010

3,933

48,971

5,686,986

2020

4,080

52,442

5,893,718

Projections 2025

4,325

58,010

6,203,850

2030

4,455

61,255

6,375,910

2035

4,505

63,210

6,476,270

2040

4,480

64,210

6,491,635

Change 1980-2020

1,129

21,575

1,188,076

2020-2040

400

11,768

597,917

Percent Growth

2.2 DEMOGRAPHICS This section describes some of the historic demographic trends for Chilton as it pertains to population, age composition, and housing. This includes data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) which is reported as a rolling average over a 5-year period. Because ACS data are only estimates and contain a margin of error, they may not always represent conditions as accurately as Census data. However, data is generally more reliable at the county and state levels. The 2020 population counts are from the U.S. Census.

Population

The most recent U.S. Census count for the city is 4,080 for year 2020. From year 1980 to 2020, the population of Chilton grew by 38%, higher than the percentage growth in the state (25%). According to WI DOA population projections, the city is expected to add an additional 400 residents between 2020 and 2040. This represents a 10% increase over a 20 year period, or 0.5% annual growth. This projection is lower than the growth projected for Calumet County (22%) but higher than the state (10%) (WI DOA). With a projected population increase, new park lands and facilities will be necessary to continue meeting the demands of new neighborhoods. 6

1980-2020

38.3%

69.9%

25.2%

2020-2040

9.8%

22.4%

10.1%

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462

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651

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Table 2.3 Housing Statistics Source: 2019 ACS 5-Year Estimates

Chilton Housing Statistics Households 2010

1,643

2019

1,719

Average Household Size 2010

2.27

2019

2.15

% of Households with individuals under 18 2010

29.4%

2019

27.1%

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Age Composition

Age composition is an important consideration in park and recreational planning as needs and desires of individuals will vary based on their interests and physical abilities. The table on the previous page summarizes the age composition of the City’s population from 2019 ACS 5-Year Estimates. Approximately 20% of the population is considered youth (<20 years old) which is below the 2010 ACS 5-Year Estimate (24%). Approximately 30% of the population is considered at retirement age (>60 years old), which is much higher than the 2010 ACS 5-Year Estimate of 15%. Similar to what is occurring in other parts of the state, median age in the city has increased from 41.1 in 2010 ACS 5-Year Estimates to 44.3 in 2019 ACS 5-Year Estimates, which is above the state median (39.6). This highlights the importance of ensuring a sufficient inventory of parks and recreation opportunities for seniors.

Housing

Based on 2019 ACS 5-Year estimates, there are approximately 1,719 households in the City, 27% of which include at least one child under 18 years old. This percentage has decreased from 29% of households in 2010 with at least one child under 18 years old. The average household size is 2.15 individuals, down from the average size of 2.27 in 2010. This is the opposite of what is occurring at the national level—household size is finally starting to increase after over 100 years of decrease. The aging population in Chilton is likely contributing to the inverse occurring locally.

2.3 PHYSICAL CHARACTER AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES Water Resources

The primary hydrological feature found within the city and its planning area is the Manitowoc River and its tributaries (streams). The South Branch of the Manitowoc River which flows northeasterly through the city, is the most prominent natural resource in Chilton. A dam on the stream behind the central business district creates the 9-acre Lake Chilton, which is seven feet deep. Other surface water resources are three small spring fed ponds and a sizable wetland area, all located near South Madison Street in the southern portion of the city.

Soils and Vegetation

According to the USDA Web Soil Survey, the main types of soils found within the City of Chilton and its planning area are Silt Loam, Loam, Sandy Loam, Clay Loam, and Muck.

Wildlife

Chilton and the surrounding area has a wide variety of flora and fauna. The wetlands, forests, streams, and topographic variety allow ecological niches for the species that are found. Endangered and Threatened Species found in the Chilton area include: • Northern Cricket Frog • Henslow’s Sparrow • Bat Hibernaculum • Black Tern • Pickerel Frog • Short’s Rock-cress • Ram’s-head Lady’s-slipper • Prairie Parsley • Snow Trillium • Northern Wet Forest • Open Bog • Southern Mesic Forest • Emergent Marsh

2.4 EXISTING LAND USE AND ZONING Chilton’s corporate boundary encompasses nearly four square miles. About half of the city’s total land area remains undeveloped. Residential areas account for the largest portion of developed land in the city, the most common housing unit type is single-family residential. Most of Chilton’s recent residential growth has occurred in the northwestern and southeastern portions of the City. Chilton’s commercial core is concentrated in the heart of the city near the intersection of Main and Madison Streets. A smaller secondary commercial area is located near the railroad tracks several blocks to the northeast. Newer commercial growth has occurred along STH 57 at both north and south entrances into the city. Recent industrial development is Chapter 2 | About Chilton

concentrated in Chilton’s business park, which is Brewery Hill located near USH 151 on the city’s east side. Brewery Hill is a small-undeveloped side hill area about an acre in size located on the east side of Park Street across the street from the library. The site’s 2.5 FUTURE LAND USE PLANS unique feature is a variety of trees donated by local residents and planted by the city, each identified by a The future growth of the City is guided by the City small plaque (see below). of Chilton Comprehensive Plan (2007). The current plan sets forth the desired development pattern for the city over the planning period (20 years). The plan also gives guidance to accommodate projected population, household, and employment growth; the projected land needed to serve residential, business, and industrial uses in the city; and the city’s agricultural and natural resource base. Although still largely undeveloped, the western portion of Chilton holds excellent potential for long-range residential growth because of the area’s lack of soil limitations and its proximity to the city’s public elementary, middle school, and high school. A 102 unit multi-family development and a subdivision have recently been approved in the southeast portion of the city. The city anticipates residential growth to continue in this area. See the Future Land Use Map on the following page.

2.6 CITY-OWNED FACILITIES The following contains information about city-owned facilities and trails. Privately-owned parks are not included in this analysis because they are typically only open to private neighborhoods and the city has no control over these parks. Table 2.6 contains a list of city parks and acreages. Recommendations for parks are found in Chapter 5. Mini Parks Mini parks, or pocket parks, are small outdoor spaces, usually no more than 1 acre or less, but for Chilton this is approximately 2 acres or less. They are typically on small and/or irregular shaped sites or vacant properties. Mini-parks are generally limited to passive uses such as gardens, benches, gazebos, fountains, or other small social gathering facilities. Bechlem Memorial Park Bechlem Memorial Park is a 1.2 acre mini park that is across from City Hall and adjacent to the city’s parking lot on School St. The park includes a sculpture and new sitting shelters. 8

Kiwanis Riverview Park Located on the south side of East Main Street along the river, this small 1.9 acre parcel of city-owned land provides access to the river. Featuring prairie plants and other wildflowers, the park provides passive recreational opportunities and receives some shoreline use. Riverside Park Riverside Park occupies a 1.3 acre site along the river on the south side of Grand Street near its intersection with Water Street. The park serves primarily as a small neighborhood park. Facilities include playground equipment, a couple of picnic tables, grills and benches. Neighborhood Parks Neighborhood parks are parks that serve a neighborhood within a 1/4-1/2 mile radius with a desirable size of 3 to 10 acres. These parks generally include playground equipment, athletic fields/courts, and restroom facilities. Klinkner Memorial Park Located at the southern entrance to the city where STH 32/57 and USH 151 converge, the beauty of the 4.9-acre Klinkner Park greets visitors to Chilton. Much like Hobart Park, the city has undertaken several improvements in Klinkner Park in recent years. The park’s focal point is a “Welcome to Chilton” sign complemented by an attractive floral display area, which is maintained by a local gardening club,

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the Master Gardeners. Klinkner Park receives heavy use from residents of Chilton Care Center, a large nursing home located directly east of the park. The 5-acre site serves primarily as a picnic area. Facilities include about a dozen picnic tables, grills, a shelter with restrooms, updated play equipment, a set of horseshoe pits, and a sand volleyball court. In 2009, upgrades were made to the VFW Memorial located in the park. The stone monument was refurbished and electricity was provided for lighting the monument. New landscaping was also placed in this area. A tree identification project consisting of numbered tree identification markers and a self-guided tree identification brochure was completed by the Chilton Tree Board in 2010. In August of 2014, the community dedicated the addition of the Veterans Memorial. Leahy Lions Lakeshore Park Frequently used by motorists passing through the city, Leahy Lions Lakeshore Park is an attractive 0.4acre site located along the shore of the millpond on West Main Street. Facilities include a small shelter/ restroom building, picnic and play facilities, a small paved off-street parking area, and landscaping. Other facilities include a shore wall with a handicapped accessible shoreline fishing pier and a boat ramp for canoes and other small craft. The city works with the Chilton Lions Club on maintenance of the park.

portion of the park and is augmented by a shelter/ concession building, restrooms, parking area, and play equipment. Other recent improvements include the installation of new overhead lights, an upgrade to the park’s electrical service, which has been placed underground, restoration of a portion of the river bank, and installation of a flag burning pit. A boat ramp in the northern portion of the park allows small boats and canoes to be launched on the millpond. Other facilities located on park property include two exhibition buildings, which are maintained by the Calumet County Agricultural Association. An old restroom building located in this area, oversized for normal park activities, has been turned over to the Calumet County Agricultural Association, which operates the fairgrounds Furthermore, the city will continue to work with the Calumet County Agricultural Association regarding larger events that are held at both Hobart Park and the Fairgrounds. The city, in cooperation with the Chilton Lake District, is in the process of undertaking eradication of weeds and installation of fishing access points.

Morrissey Park Morrissey Park occupies 10.6 acres of land that formerly housed the Chilton High School (which relocated to the city’s west side in 2003). The park includes the Chilton High School football field and track, two (2) tennis courts (one double tennis court, Community Parks basketball court), a shelter and the city’s skating rink Community parks are areas of diverse environmental during the winter months. Chilton Youth Football and quality and may include areas suited for recreational Chilton High School operate the concession stand at facilities, such as athletic complexes and large Morrissey Park during football and track meets. The swimming pools. Typically these parks include all Riverwalk meanders through the northern section of of the imrpovements found in a neighborhood the park along the river. The former basketball court park. They can also encompass natural areas and be is used by the Chilton Public Library as an event space. significantly larger in size. Desirable size is at least 10 Finally, there are two fishing access points. acres. Nennig Park Hobart Park Nennig Park is a 15.0 acre site located at the intersection Hobart Park, Chilton’s most intensively developed of Dove and Canary Avenues in the northern portion of park, is 11.2 acres and located on the banks of the the city. As this park has developed, it has taken on an millpond in the southern portion of the city. The park increasingly important role in providing communitylies adjacent to and north of the Calumet County wide recreational opportunities as well as meeting the Agricultural Association. A grove of mature trees needs of neighborhood residents. The active support provides an attractive setting for the picnic area, of the Chilton Athletic Club has played and continues which includes 15 to 20 tables and several grills. The to play a key role in the park’s rapid development. shelter was recently updated with power and an Facilities for active recreational activities include four enclosed serving area. A bandstand has also been (4) ball diamonds (Ball Diamond A, B, C, and D) for constructed. “Summer in the Park” sponsored by the organized play, a soccer/football field, a basketball Chilton City Band performs at Hobart Park from mid court, and a volleyball court. Other facilities include June through mid August on Thursday evenings. A an indoor/outdoor shelter, a refreshment stand, softball field with bleacher seating for 350 spectators two (2) restroom buildings, horseshoe pits, bike and updated lighting system occupies the eastern rack, a dozen picnic tables, grills, a sandbox, and 10 C h i l t o n | C o m p r e h e n s i v e O u t d o o r R e c r e a t i o n P l a n

updated playground equipment installed in 2010. An upgraded off-street parking area for 20 vehicles is available from Canary Avenue and a similar amount of angle parking has been provided along Dove Avenue.

public use during much of the time. Facilities include a large paved area north of the school that has four (4) basketball hoops, a tether ball stand and markings for a number of children’s games. Updated play equipment, a new 2-5 year old playground area and Special Use Parks a small soccer field occupy the open area northwest Special use parks are areas for specialized or single of the school. purpose recreational activities, such as golf courses, nature centers, aquatic facilities, skate parks, and ball diamonds. 2.8 REGIONAL PARKS Optimist Riverwalk The Optimist Riverwalk consists of 4.4 acres and is located on the south side of the river beginning at the Chilton Public Library and ending at Madison Street. This area has a paved walkway, fishing piers, trees, and flowers.

There are several park and recreational facilities within close proximity to Chilton that are under public ownership:

Becker Lake Becker Lake is a 75-acre tract of land located in the northeast corner of Calumet County near Brillion. For more detailed information on city-owned facilities This still undeveloped area will provide some hiking and their amenities, see Figure 2.6. trails, and access to the southwest side of Becker Lake. In 2005, berms were constructed to reclaim wetlands.

Trails

The only trail in Chilton is the riverwalk which Brillion State Wildlife Area and Brillion Nature Center connects the Public Library with Morrissey Park. City The Brillion Nature Center, located within the Brillion trail recommendations are included in Chapter 5. State Wildlife Area about 15 miles northeast of Chilton, provides another opportunity for local residents to explore their natural environment. The Nature Center 2.7 SCHOOL FACILITIES is leased from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and is operated by the Brillion Nature Center Schools can also fulfill local park needs in communities Association, Inc., a non-profit organization which as they provide many of the same facilities found in uses private funding to support its environmental neighborhood parks, such as playground equipment education programs. A part-time naturalist staffs and athletic fields. the barn style center. In addition to the building, the site features eight (8) hiking trails covering almost six The Chilton Public Schools – elementary, middle (6) miles, which includes an ADA accessible trail that and high school – are located on a 100-acre parcel leads to a platform where nesting osprey and sandhill located between Court Street and West Main Street cranes can be viewed. in the western portion of the city. Present facilities include an unlit baseball field with bleacher seating Brothertown Harbor for 300, a complex of two (2) softball and one (1) Brothertown Harbor, located on Lake Winnebago hardball diamond with total bleacher seating for 300, approximately eight (8) miles south of Stockbridge, disc golf, four (4) basketball hoops, eight (8) tennis has been operated and maintained by the Calumet courts, a chute ball basket, a number of swings, County Parks Department since 2005. In 2009, the slides, metal and tire climbers, and several sandboxes. launch was remodeled. This included dredging the Several additional game fields and related facilities harbor, three (3) new wider launch lanes, paving of for interscholastic sports and physical education are the entire parking area, new lighting and installation planned as part of the high school construction. The of a permanent pit toilet. northeast portion of the existing site contains a small pond, enhancement to the school forest, and nature Calumet County Fairgrounds trails and is used for science classes. The Calumet County Fairgrounds is adjacent to Hobart Park in the southwest portion of Chilton. The Chilton Area Catholic School is located in the heart fairgrounds, which was recently expanded to 58 acres, of the city at the east end of Washington Street. The is maintained by the Calumet County Agricultural school’s playground areas are available for general Association. Fairground facilities include a grandstand C h a p t e r 2 | A b o u t C h i l t o n 11

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Calumet County Park Calumet County Park, located on Lake Winnebago about three miles south of High Cliff State Park and two miles north of Stockbridge Harbor, is one of the premier county parks in east central Wisconsin. Activities include picnicking, hiking and mountain bike trails, six (6) lane boat launch facility/safe harbor of refuge with ample boat and trailer parking, modern toilet facilities and a popular camping area that has 71 campsites of which 59 are electric sites for the modern camping RV. There are also several basic tent camping sites. In winter, the park offers a tube hill with a tow rope, and area for sledding, and cross country ski trails. High Cliff State Park Located near Sherwood in the northwest portion of the county, High Cliff State Park encompasses 1,175 acres. With almost 890,000 annual visitors, High Cliff consistently ranks third among Wisconsin State Parks in attendance. Deriving its name from the limestone cliff of the Niagara Escarpment, which towers up to 223 feet above the surface of Lake Winnebago, High Cliff State park is the only state-owned recreational area on Wisconsin’s largest lake.

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A 40-foot observation tower allows viewers to get above the tree line to enjoy panoramic views of the lake and distant communities and countryside up to 30 miles away. Other popular park activities include boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, nature study, bird watching, rock climbing, and camping. Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling are winter activities at the park. Ledge View Nature Center Located on the Niagara Escarpment about a mile south of Chilton, Calumet County’s Ledge View Nature Center and Park (105 acres) overlooks an abundance of natural features. The site’s attractions include Ledge View Observation

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an ever-expanding interpretive center with a yearround environmental program, a 60-foot observation tower, and Montgomery Cave, which is the largest known solution cave in Calumet County and one of three caves on the site. Ledge View’s trails also enable visitors to enjoy its many wonders, including a prairie, wildflowers, rock ledges, sugar maples, and an arboretum. State Wildlife Areas Three (3) state wildlife areas are within a twelve (12) mile radius of the city. These include the Brillion State Wildlife Area, the Killsnake Marsh State Wildlife Area, and the Kiel Marsh State Wildlife Area. Together, these three areas provide over 11,000-acres of publicly owned open space. Chilton’s close proximity to these wildlife areas and other aforementioned attractions greatly expands and enhances the recreational opportunities available to local residents.

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and was designated a State Natural Area in 2002.

2.9 REGIONAL TRAILS Bridle Trails An 8.2 mile long bridle trail is available at High Cliff State Park. Horseback riding is also allowed along the Friendship State Trail and the Fox River State Trail from Ott Rd, north of Hilbert, to Greenleaf, WI. Cross Country Skiing Groomed cross-country ski trails are available at High Cliff State park (four miles), Calumet County Park (four miles), and Ledge View Nature Center (2.5 miles). In

Stockbridge Harbor Located on Lake Winnebago on CTH E west of the Village of Stockbridge, this recently constructed facility includes six (6) launch/landing lanes, 15 bulkheads for temporary mooring, ample parking for boats and trailers, modern toilet facilities, small concession area and picnic area, and access for off shore fishing. The harbor is sized for the construction of 58 additional slips. Stockbridge Ledge Woods Stockbridge Ledge Woods, located five (5) miles west of the city, features a mature forest situated on the top of the Niagara Escarpment. Large sugar maple, American beech, basswood, remnant burr oaks, and especially white oak dominate the forest. The escarpment in this vicinity was probably prairie savanna at one time for many prairie species persist along and near the ledge. Its position atop the escarpment affords a scenic view of Lake Winnebago. There is a good diversity of tree sizes and an equally diverse under story. The herbaceous layer includes wood anemone, blue cohosh, nodding trillium, trout lily, may-apple, bellwort, early meadow rue, Missouri goldenrod, Pennsylvania sedge, thimbleweed, shooting-star, and hepatica. Cream gentian (Gentiana Alba), which has been defined by the state as a threatened species, has been recorded in the area. Additional rare species would probably be found with more inventory work. Ephemeral ponds are present throughout the flat crest of the outcrop. Stockbridge Ledge Woods is owned by the

Stockbridge Ledge Woods

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addition, about six (6) miles of ungroomed trails exist at Brillion Nature Center. Snowmobile Trails Calumet County snowmobile clubs maintain over 131 miles of public snowmobile trail. The county’s trail network and interconnecting privately-maintained club trails are readily accessible to all portions of the county and link up with trails in surrounding counties as part of a statewide system. Most public trails are easements across private property. Fox River State Trail The Fox River State Trail is a limestone, multi-use trail, which is located in an abandoned railroad corridor. The trail runs east of STH 32/57 from Brown County to Ott Road in the Town of Brillion. The trail can be used for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. No motorized vehicles are permitted during the hiking, biking, and horseback riding season. In winter, this trail is part of the Calumet County Snowmobile Trail system and snowmobiles are permitted.

Fox River State Trail

It is a goal of the city’s to partner with Calumet County to plan the Interurban Trail connecting the Fox River State Trail to the Solomon Trail in New Holstein with the route going through or near Chilton. The city would also like to see the Interurban Trail directly, or through a spur, link up to Ledge View Nature Center. On March 16, 2010, the City of Chilton passed a resolution supporting the planning of the Calumet County Interurban Trail. Friendship State Trail Calumet County converted an abandoned railroad corridor that runs parallel to USH 10 into a six-mile, crushed limestone, multi-use trail. The Friendship Trail extends from the City of Brillion to Forest Junction where it connects to the Fox River State Trail. The Northshore extension of the Friendship State Trail is anticipated to be constructed in a future phase. It will connect the Fox Cities to High Cliff State Park and Lake Winnebago. It is the county’s intention to try to connect the Northshore extension of the Friendship State Trail east to the other leg of that state trail. The ultimate goal is to connect this trail through Manitowoc County to Lake Michigan, creating the Lake-to-Lake Trail.

Friendship Trail

2.10 PRIVATE FACILITIES

In addition to public recreation facilities, the residents of Chilton have nearby access to Gravity Park USA, a stock car, motocross, and quad racing track that runs April through September.

Solomon Trail Residents also have access to the nearby Hickory Hills This trail links the City of New Holstein to Kiel. Country Club. This country club includes an 18-hole The project was a joint effort between the two golf course along with a bar and grill. Residents can communities. The trail is paved and is approximately access the country club by purchasing a membership four miles in length. There are no trailheads. at the beginning of the season. 16 C h i l t o n | C o m p r e h e n s i v e O u t d o o r R e c r e a t i o n P l a n

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Chapter 3 GOALS & STRATEGIES

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GOALS & STRATEGIES This purpose of this plan is to guide development 3.1 GOALS & STRATEGIES of subsequent parks, recreation, open space and bicycle and pedestrian facilities in Chilton. Goals are Goal 1 - Adequate open space and recreational presented here as desired outcomes. Strategies include facilities are provided for and made accessible both actions and policy rules—they are the methods to all residents of Chilton. proposed to achieve the stated goals. Strategies 1. Continue to acquire parkland to provide a ratio of 15.0 acres of total parkland per 1,000 residents at a minimum. 2. Ensure all residents are within ½ mile of a city park. 3. Provide a full range of recreational facilities to serve all segments of Chilton’s population on a year-round basis. 4. Provide ADA compliant barrier-free access in all new or improved park facility construction, play areas, and sports field areas. 5. Continue funding the replacement of old and deteriorating equipment in all city parks to ensure health, safety, and welfare of visitors including playground equipment and safety surfacing. 6. The type of park and open space amenities provided should be scaled to the needs of the area and population served, both present and future. 7. All parks should have multiple ADA-compliant access points from surrounding neighborhoods. 8. Evaluate and update the parkland dedication subdivision ordinance every 2-5 years to adequately address the recreational needs of residents. 9. Planning Commission must consult and incorporate the needs identified in the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan before subdivision plats are approved. 10.Preserve any proposed local and regional trail corridors in review of all new developments.

Goal 2 - Develop, improve, and operate the city’s parks in a cost effective manner.

Riverside Park

Strategies 1. Continually pursue county, state, and federal funding programs, which can aid in the purchase and/or development of desired park system improvements. 2. Update the city’s Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan every five (5) years to maintain grant eligibility.

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3. Continually evaluate the amount of lands to be managed by city staff with consideration to keeping expenditures balanced with expected levels of service and maintenance and invest funds to implement full-time (FT) park crewman positions.

Goal 3 - Coordinate park planning and uses with other city departments, other units of government, the Chilton School District, and other organizations. Strategies 1. Coordinate park planning efforts with surrounding communities and partner to provide park and recreation amenities then benefit all involved. 2. Coordinate with the school district to investigate opportunities for utilizing open space at the school complex to develop recreational facilities available for public use. 3. Continue efforts with the school district to provide safer pedestrian and bicycle access to the school complex for residents living south of the highway as well as for others traveling to and from school. 4. Nurture the existing positive relationships with public and private organizations for donations and volunteer help to aid in park system development, maintenance, and staffing. 5. Partner with Calumet County on the planning of the Calumet County connection of the Interurban Trail. 6. Seek cooperation from the Chilton Lake District to take a proactive approach to enhance the natural features of the lake and its tributaries. 7. Encourage cooperative public/private development projects to help improve and expand outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the community in a cost-effective manner. 8. Participate in regional planning of parks and outdoor recreational needs, including the Calumet County Parks Department, Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

COMPLYING WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT The ADA, enacted in 1990, clearly states the right of equal access for persons to local government services, including parks. On September 15, 2010 the Department of Justice published revised final regulations implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act. The 2010 Standards included new provisions for accessible design for recreational facilities such as playgrounds, swimming pools, fishing and golf facilities. Similar to when the original 1991 ADA Standards were adopted for public buildings, a community is required to complete a self-evaluation of their recreational facilities for ADA compliance by March 15, 2012. Those communities with 50 or more full or part-time employees are also required to develop a Transition Plan, which identifies what corrective work will be completed, when it will be completed, and the individual responsible for the corrective work. Any new recreational facilities designed, constructed, or shaped after March 15, 2012 are subject to the 2010 Standards. Any alteration (not simple maintenance, but something that changes the way the site is used) must make the element altered accessible and must create an accessible path of travel through the site or facility to that element. There are some fundamental differences in how accessibility in the outdoors is accommodated compared to indoors or the built environment. While restrooms, shelters, interpretive centers, and parking lots, for example, need to follow detailed ADA guidelines, other improvements such as trails or swimming beach areas, for example, do not necessarily need to follow indoor or built environment ramp grades or surfacing requirements. A good rule of thumb for the City to follow is that anything constructed must not make the outdoor experience anymore difficult than what occurs naturally. Mother Nature does not have to comply with ADA, but the City does. The New England ADA Center is a good resource to use and offers checklists to evaluate accessibility at existing park facilities. The fillable checklist forms can be found here: http://www.adachecklist.org/checklist.html#rec

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GOALS & STRATEGIES Goal 4 - Provide a seamless network of trails that provide safe and comfortable access. Strategies 1. Improve local trail connectivity throughout Chilton to parks, conservancy areas, schools, all regional trails, neighborhoods, public spaces and commercial areas. 2. Establish wayfinding signage to allow new residents or visitors to effectively travel throughout the city on foot or bicycle. 3. Inventory, standardize, and improve the availability and accessibility of bicycle parking. 4. Coordinate planning and development efforts with adjacent municipal bodies to complete larger regional networks (municipal, county, and state).

Goal 5 - Preserve unique and natural features within the city. Strategies 1. Guide the location and design of development in order to prevent potential adverse impacts on environmental corridors and habitat. 2. Use environmental corridors and open space areas to link parks. Consider the development of off-road trails to further link these areas. 3. Encourage shoreline restoration efforts along the south branch of the Manitowoc River.

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Chapter 4 ANALYSIS OF NEEDS

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ANALYSIS OF NEEDS & DEMANDS This chapter presents an analysis of how well the city’s existing park and recreation facilities satisfy current needs. The adequacy of the city’s existing park and recreation systems are evaluated using the following methods: •

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Tables 4.1and 4.2 shows park demand and surplus for Chilton based on 10-acres and 15-acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. For agencies in the same population category (population up to 20,000), 12.4 acres is the median, the lower quartile is 5.2 and the upper quartile is 21.8 acres of parkland per 1,000 Quantitative Analysis - a comparison of existing residents (Figure 4.3). parkland acreage and population projections versus park and recreational agencies across the Chilton is currently providing 51 total acres of US, including a review of the amount of parkland parkland, or 12.5 acres per 1,000 residents. If no available to city residents. new parkland is added, by 2040 the city will be Geographic Analysis - an analysis of the providing 11.4 acres per 1,000 residents. This analysis geographic distribution of park facilities within the suggests that if the city prefers the 10-acres per 1,000 residents, it may not need to acquire additional park city. land through the year 2040 to maintain that standard Qualitative Analysis - a summary of public input (Table 4.1). If the city wishes to provide the higher regarding city parks and recreational facilities level of park service (15 acres/1,000 residents), it gathered through the community survey, public currently has a deficit of 10.2 acres of park land and involvement meeting and city staff and elected will need to acquire a total of 16.2 additional acres of officials. parkland by 2040 (Table 4.2). This updated plan uses Regional & State Insights - a summary of the the 15 acres per 1,000 residents standard due to the demand trends in recreational amenities at the importance of parks and recreation on quality of life for city residents. regional and state level.

4.1 QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS

4.2 GEOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS

An analysis of existing recreational land area is provided to determine if the recreational needs of residents are being met. This analysis is limited to an evaluation of city-owned park land, and does not include off-road trails not located in parks.

The location of parks in relation to Chilton’s residents is an important indicator of how well existing facilities are dispersed throughout the community. The National Recreation and Park Association, in partnership with the Trust for Public Land and the Urban Land Institute, promotes the 10-Minute Walk Campaign (https://10minutewalk.org) which advocates that “there’s a great park within a 10-minute walk of every person, in every neighborhood, in every city across America.” Using the 10-Minute Walk as a guiding principal, the Park Service Areas map in Appendix B (Figure 4.4) indicates areas of the city that are not currently within a 10-minute walk of a park (approximately 0.5 miles). Residential areas that fall outside these service areas are also highlighted.

Park Acreage Level of Service The city has previously (2017 CORP) explored using both a generally accepted standard 10 acres of total parkland per 1,000 residents and a higher standard of 15 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. The 10acre standard was based on the standards developed by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) over two decades ago for the amount of parkland a community should strive to achieve. Recently, NRPA has shifted away from the use of park standards because there is no single set of standards There are several residential areas that are deficient that takes into account the uniqueness found in in park land based on the 10-Minute Walk Principal: every community across the country. Instead, NRPA • Single-family residences surrounding Court Street now collects information from Park and Recreation on the west side of the city. This area is served with Departments across the US such as residents per park facilities at the nearby elementary school. park, budgets, staffing, park amenities. This data is • Single-family residences between Fox Street and organized by jurisdiction size so that communities of the south branch of the Manitowoc River. similar size across the US can see metrics typical of its • Single-family residences surrounding CTH G at peers. the municipal boundary. 24 C h i l t o n | C o m p r e h e n s i v e O u t d o o r R e c r e a t i o n P l a n

Table 4.1 Park Acreage Surplus/Deficit (10 ac./1,000 residents)

Total Park Acreage Surplus/Deficit (in acres) Year

Population Total Supply (acres) Demand (10 acres/1,000) Surplus (10 acres/1,000)

2020 2025 2030 2035 4,080 4,325 4,455 4,505 51.0 51.0 51.0 51.0 40.8 43.3 44.6 45.1 10.2 7.7 6.4 5.9

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Table 4.2 Park Acreage Surplus/Deficit (15 ac./1,000 residents)

Total Park Acreage Surplus/Deficit (in acres)

Year Population Total Supply (acres) Demand (15 acres/1,000) Surplus (15 acres/1,000)

2020 4,080 51.0 61.2 -10.2

2025 4,325 51.0 64.9 -13.9

2030 4,455 51.0 66.8 -15.8

2035 2040 4,505 4,480 51.0 51.0 67.6 67.2 -16.6 -16.2

Acres of Parkland per 1,000 Residents

Figure 4.3 Acres of Parkland per 1,000 Residents (jurisdiction pop. of < 20,000) Source: NRPA Agency Performance Review 2021

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• Multi-family residences near the intersection of S The Park Facility Distribution map in Appendix Irish Road and USH 151. Near this location (east of B (Figure 4.5) indicates the recreational facilities S Diane Street), a new multi-family building was available in each city park. Based on this map: recently built. A fee-in-lieu of land dedication has • A limited number of field and sport courts are been paid, but no parkland has been purchased located east of HWY 57 and north of the river. yet to serve the new residences. Single-family residences south of S Diane Street are also • No park facilities are located northeast of the railroad. currently underserved by parks. • Single- and multi-family residences between E • A limited number of field and sport courts are located between the river, USH 151 and the Breed Street and N Mill Road. railroad. C h a p t e r 4 | A n a l y s i s o f N e e d s 25

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4.3 QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS Survey

The city conducted an online survey that was available between August 2 and August 31 to better understand residents needs. In total the city received 698 responses. The results are summarized below and the detailed responses are included in Appendix A. 1. Survey responses under-represent city residents under the age of 18 and residents that are 65 years or older. See demographics of respondents compared to 2019 5-Year ACS estimates for each age group.

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7. 2. Many respondents (~70%) did NOT bike for transportation from home to a secondary location. Roughly 42% of respondents report walking and running for exercise 3 or more times a week. 36% of respondents reported biking for exercise at least 1-2 times a month. 3. Common responses for locations that need to be improved for bicycle and pedestrian safety: • Madison St. and various intersections • Irish St. and various intersections • Breed St. and various intersections • Main St. and various intersections • State St. and various intersections • The track at Morrissey Park 4. When asked about new bike facilities, routes, or trails, there was a general sentiment amongst respondents that Chilton lacks any trails and really needs them. Some common responses for new locations include: • Along the Manitowoc River • Trails connecting to Kiel and New Holstein

• A trail connecting to the Ledge View Nature Center • Trails connecting the parks • Trails along the busier roads A majority of resident respondents (~75%) reported that they live within reasonable walking and biking distance to the nearest park. When it comes to Library or School District sponsored recreation programs, 61% of respondents reported not participating in those programs. And when asked, about whether or not these programs met the needs of the household, ~45% of respondents indicated that they were not sure and ~13% responded with “no”. Low participation rates could be explained by some of the open-ended comments to question 10. These include: • COVID-19 related issues over the course of the past year • Lack of programming • Lack of advertising for programming • Outdated facilities • Inconvenient scheduling The top five activities and facilities respondents participate in when visiting City of Chilton parks are as follows: • Walking (74%) • Playground Equipment (68%) • Picnic Facilities (grills, shelters, etc.) (46%) • Ball Diamonds (32%) • Biking (31%) The top five facilities that were used most often at Hobart Park for all respondents were: • Restrooms (60%) • Playground (54%) • Picnic Tables (46%) • Shelter (33%) • Concession Building (23%) The top five features at Morrissey Park that were used most often for all respondents were: • Riverwalk (83%) • Playground (65%) • Football field and track (49%) • Shelter (13%)

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• Tennis courts (11%) 10. Popular responses for what facilities and amenities should be added to Chilton parks include a splash pad, a dog park, and outdoor pool, an ice skating/hockey rink, Off-road walking/ biking trails, and a community center. Suggestions in the “other” category include: • Accessible playgrounds • Outdoor fitness equipment • Community garden 11. The favorite park among respondents was Morrissey Park (~50%). Many people include that the track and the Riverwalk are their favorite park amenities. 12. When it comes to safety and accessibility at parks, many respondents indicated issues at Morrissey Park. Some of these issues included vandalism, broken glass, garbage, needles, lack of sand/soft surfaces around playground equipment, and other general maintenance issues around the park and the old track. At Riverside Park, there are concerns with wasps in heavily trafficked areas. There were also a few concerns at Nennig Park about old, rusting playground equipment that gets too hot on sunny days and outdated and unsafe equipment at Klinkner Park. There were also concerns that all parks are not accessible enough for those with disabilities in terms of parking, moving through the park, and with playground equipment. 13. About 65% of respondents report driving outside of Chilton to use specific recreational facilities. 14. The main reasons why respondents or their households do not participate in recreational activities in Chilton are: • Park doesn’t contain desired features or facilities • Too busy • Program or service is not available 15. 66% of respondents felt the city should spend more on installing new park facilities/equipment. 46% felt the city should fund more on recreational programming. 16. When it comes to the City of Chilton allocating funds to recreational programming, there was a general positive response between residents and nonresidents alike. (Note: The city does not currently offer city-sponsored recreational

programming. The library and school district do offer some activities such as yoga and swimming lessons). The top three programs that respondents supported the city subsidizing were: • Free After School and Summer Programs (49%) • Adult Recreation (e.g. yoga, Zumba, photography) (43%) • Youth Sports (e.g. volleyball, soccer, tennis) (37%) 17. In relation to the previous prompt, there was also a free response prompt given to respondents about what recreation programs or services the City of Chilton should consider offering. Many of these responses reflected the need for youth recreational opportunities as well as adult recreation activities. There were also many requests for a splash pad, dog parks, and a community center with an indoor pool. Along with those requests, there were also requests for more bike/walking trails with possible connections to New Holstein and Kiel as well as winter recreation opportunities like ice skating, and hockey. The full survey results are available in Appendix A.

Public Open House

In addition to survey responses, we received input at a public open house held on September 14, 2021. In total there were five members of the public in attendance. Park and trail system needs that were discussed at the meeting included: • Adding a dog park— possibly Hobart or Morrissey • Improvements at Morrissey — adding a shelter for shade; if existing track is removed there needs to be a looping path system for walkers and bikers; walkers want to count steps for exercise; playground needs maintenance or replacement • Adding ADA playground equipment to a park • Relocating the softball diamond at Hobart to Nennig Park • Add pedestrian bridges across river (one between Riverside Park and N Columbia Street) and extend riverwalk through city

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4.4 EXISTING LOCAL PLANS Chilton Comprehensive Plan, 2030

Figure 4.7 SCORP Planning Areas Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

The Comprehensive Plan, completed in 2007, identified parks and greenspace as contributing to a high quality of life in the city. One of the goals in the plan is to “Ensure that adequate open space and recreational facilities are provided for and made accessible to all residents of Chilton, with emphasis on preserving unique historic and natural features”. Short term recommendations for the park system included: • Begin implementation of park site plan for Morrissey Park • Construct additional parking at Nennig Park • Construct ballfield expansion at Nennig Park • Update the City of Chilton Open Space and Recreation Plan • Develop a trail from the City to Ledge Park Long term recommendations in the plan included: • Implementation of the park site plan for Morrissey Park • Conduct a needs assessment analysis for the city’s park system based on the recommendations of the Open Space and Recreation Plan. • Develop an ordinance to assist in the funding of needed park improvements.

4.5 REGIONAL & STATE INSIGHTS Insights from the Wisconsin Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP), 2019-2023

rivers, along with canoeing and kayaking, were noted as key opportunities with potential to expand within the region. Camping, both primitive and modern, as well as hiking on trails are both also in-demand activities in the region. Even with smaller blocks of public land compared to regions further north, there remain regional opportunities to accommodate these activities. The ROA found that the following were the most popular activities that residents of the Lake Winnebago Waters region participate in: • Bicycling on surfaced trails, mountain biking and single track • Fishing from shore, boat, canoe and kayak • Hiking, walking and running on trails • Wildlife/bird watching

The recently updated Wisconsin SCORP features a Recreation Opportunities Analysis (ROA). The ROA examines existing outdoor-recreation opportunities compared to future opportunities in eight regions throughout Wisconsin. Calumet County is located in the Lake Winnebago Waters region. The most popular state-owned open space in the region is the Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit. The combination of the Lake Winnebago system The ROA found that most respondents participate in with a growing urban population creates a recipe for hiking, walking and running on the trails. The next growing recreational demand in the region. Water- most popular activities within the State Forest are related activities are plentiful, and simultaneously bicycling on surfaced trails and horseback riding. areas for potential growth. Fishing from lakes and 32 C h i l t o n | C o m p r e h e n s i v e O u t d o o r R e c r e a t i o n P l a n

Of the people who participated in the ROA, the majority (70%) selected the quality of trails as the most important factor in determining their favorite property to visit. The three (3) next most important factors are the desire to be in a quiet place; good maps, signage or information about properties; and quality of habitat.

Insights from the Calumet County Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, 2011

Calumet County’s Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan provides a vision for the county’s park and recreation system which also serves Chilton The following recreation activities are identified in the residents. The recommendation in the plan that SCORP as high priority needs in the Lake Winnebago directly relates to Chilton is: Waters region: • Development of a Calumet County Interurban • More hiking/walking/running trails Trail, which will connect the Solomon Trail in New Holstein to the Fox River State Trail, which • More horse trails ends just north of Hilbert. The trail proposed trail • More trails for motorized recreation (ATVs, UTVs, includes a connection between the Ledge View off-road motorcycles, etc.) Nature Center (just south of Chilton) and the city. • More rustic/quiet campgrounds (pit toilets, no electricity or generators) • More paved bicycling trails • More natural surface (dirt) biking trails • More public shore access to lakes and streams • More developed campgrounds (electric hookups, flush toilets, showers) • More local parks and playgrounds • More wildlife watching decks or platforms

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The quantitative, qualitative, and geographic analysis • Add park sign discussed in Chapter 4 reveals the need for improvements to existing facilities, as well as the acquisition and Kiwanis Riverview Park development of new sites for future recreational use. • *Continue to utilize donations to plant additional It should be noted that some of the recommendations trees and shrubs and provide for the ongoing may require considerable cooperation with others, maintenance of this site including the citizens of Chilton, local civic and business • *Remove deteriorating river willows and replace associations, and State agencies. In nearly every case, with new plantings more detailed planning, engineering, study, budgeting, and/or discussion will be necessary before decisions are • Install lighting made to actually acquire land or construct recreational • Add ADA path connection to benches and other facilities. proposed improvements on site The recommendations of this plan are divided into • Add gazebo and picnic tables four major sections: (1) existing park facilities (2) new • Remove stumps or expanded park facilities; (3) trail improvements; (4) • Add fishing node miscellaneous improvements. • Add grill Due to budgetary constraints it is unlikely that all • Add ADA path down to river of the recommendations within this chapter will be • Add pedestrian bridge across river between implemented in the next five years. Maintenance and Kiwanis Riverview Park and Optimist Riverwalk/ improvement projects will be prioritized on an annual Morrissey Park basis by city staff in conjunction with Chilton’s Culture & Recreation Committee as part of the City’s annual Riverside Park budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). • *Update playground (donations are being discussed) Many of the recommendations regarding locating new • Add ADA path from sidewalk to playground and park or trail facilities will be coordinated with the sale or river and other proposed improvements donation of land by other parties; therefore, the timing is much more variable. Acquisition projects will be • Add sand under playground implemented through donation, dedication, purchase, • Eventually replace sand with EWF or poured in or a combination thereof. place surfacing under playground • Add riverwalk along park and river to connect to other sections of the future riverwalk • Bury power lines 5.1 EXISTING PARK FACILITIES • Move garbage cans closer to pavilion The following is a bullet list of recommendations for improvements to existing, developed parks. • Add restroom Some of the recommendations identified within this • Replace missing bench swing chapter are remnants from the 2017 CORP. These • Remove wasps recommendations have been highlighted (*) where • Add ADA path down to the river they occur. • Remove stumps Mini Parks • Move grill at west end of park further away from memorial tree Bechlem Memorial Park • Add pedestrian bridge at N. Columbia St. to • None connect to the park and future riverwalk Brewery Hill • Add picnic tables • Target Memorial Tree program at this park

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Neighborhood Parks Klinkner Park • *Update playground • *Continue the enhancement of the park with a variety of species of tree plantings • Add ADA path between playground, parking, and shelter. Connect with picnic tables on concrete pads for ADA compliance. • Connect the sidewalk along E. Chestnut St to Klinkner Park paths • Weed sand under playground • Replace sand with EWF or poured in place surfacing under playground • Add benches by playground • Add additional grills • Trim brush in front of park sign • Add gaga pit • Remove one horseshoe pit • Make park signs more prominent at entrance/ front of park • Update restrooms and install baby changing stations Leahy Lions Lakeshore Park • *Solicit continued maintenance of this park by the Chilton Lions Club • *Update playground to natural play area to maximize space • Replace light on shelter • Replace benches • Add more picnic tables to shelter • Install curb cut to playground for ADA accessibility • Repair broken cement on playground edging • Repaint park sign • Replace playground surface with EWF or poured in place surfacing under playground • Replace cover on electrical outlet • Install lighting in the restroom • Replace toe guard along river with a cablestyle railing to allow for visibility when sitting at benches while also providing fencing for children in play area • Update restrooms and install baby changing

stations • Add pier to the launch area for accessibility • Update fishing pier with one that extends further into the river

Community Parks Hobart Park The City intends to create a master plan for this park. Initial recommendations from this planning process are included below, but need further community input via the master planning process. • *Create a master plan for the park • *Upgrade the service roads and parking areas throughout the park, remembering the need to accommodate overflow parking during major events • *Work with the Calumet County Agricultural Association to extend a future river walk from Hobart Park along the river, through the fairgrounds, and to Ledge View Nature Center as part of a loop • Add a looped trail or track with distance markers for walkers and runners that goes around fields— target a one mile loop • Establish park as a trailhead for the Interurban Trail spur • *Add disc golf course • *Update playground equipment by ballfield • Work with forester to selectively cut trees between existing buildings and river • Bury power lines • Install updated four season venue with updated restrooms to replace existing shelter by river. Locate new structure in a better location in park for access and visibility. • Replace sand and weed volleyball court • Update restrooms currently by softball field • Add grill top to grill near bathrooms and band shell • Expand utilities to accommodate events that will be held in this park • Add dog park (fenced) • Add off-leash dog area (waste station only) • Add location for coal disposal after grilling • Install fishing access points • Add ADA path between fire pit, concessions, C h a p t e r 5 | R e c o m m e n d a t i o n s 37

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shelter, playground, and parking lot. Connect if football field is moved. Consider selling as these amenities to future river walk. residential lots. • Replace play equipment near river • Remove stands/press box if football field is moved • Move softball field to Nennig Park • Have a looped trail or track with distance markers for walkers and runners that connects to the • Pave and expand parking lot by ballfield future river walk along the edge of the park and • Move soccer fields from Nennig and Morrissey river Parks here • Utilize information board for community events Morrissey Park The City intends to create a master plan for this park. • Add park sign Initial recommendations from this planning process are • Remove exposed outlet on the exterior wall of the tennis courts, repair fencing included below, but need further community input via the master planning process. • Fix or remove damaged shed • *Create a master plan for the park • Remove stumps and landscaping on School Ct • *Add splash pad by playground • Add ice skating rink • *Continue fundraising for the playground, skateboard park, and splash pad; goal is to raise • Keep sledding hill construction and maintenance funds • Add shade trees or remove/relocate other already existing donated trees along riverwalk to space • *Relocate the basketball court behind the library out trees over to the single tennis court and construct features that will reduce disturbances (i.e. noise) • Repair or remove railings and stairs south of the to the neighboring property owners. library • *Add skateboard park to location where basketball Nennig Park is currently located • *Add extension of Dove Ave. to connect with N. • Consider addition of independent living senior State Rd. to the city’s official map units on south side of School Ct, including a • *Landscape to accommodate the construction of community center. If feasible, the city should an additional ball diamond amend the existing TID to include the park. volleyball court* and expand parking lot • Add amphitheater at park entrance to tie in with • Remove to the north outdoor education by the library and other groups • Repair erosion and stabilize slope on hillside • Remove stumps across from the park/library to protect the river • Expand restroom by ball fields and park • Add lighting to fields A and B • Connect all benches to sidewalks/trails on paved • Add lighting to park shelter pads • Add lighting to lower bathroom • Move soccer field(s) to Hobart Park • Add shade trees by fields • Add ADA canoe/kayak launch • Add additional bleachers • Bury utilities • Add all-inclusive playground (donation) • Install four seasons shelter that could be rented • Move soccer field to Hobart Park and move out for private events softball field at Hobart to Nennig Park • Replace existing playground with ADA playground • Add splash pad (donation) • Add additional small playground near library • Add surfacing under slide • Install outdoor adult fitness equipment/machines • Add location for coal disposal after grilling • Consider addition of a dog park • Add ADA connectivity between playground, • Add ADA path to playground from utility path bathrooms, concessions, basketball, and ball field D • Remove parking lot across the street from park 40 C h i l t o n | C o m p r e h e n s i v e O u t d o o r R e c r e a t i o n P l a n

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The city should ensure safe bike and pedestrian connections across USH 151 for existing underserved multi-family residences.

Optimist Riverwalk • *Improve trail lighting to deter vandalism B. Site B includes tax parcels 17199 and 17209, which are owned by the City of Chilton Industrial Park; • Plant shade trees and add benches in the same and 17212 which is owned by the Redevelopment location Authority. These parcels contain wetlands and • Bury power lines should be considered for a future recreational trail system. This system should be connected to • Improved fishing access points the Interurban Trail spur. The City could consider • Add path from the steps south of the library to the grooming these trails during winter months for sidewalk along Park St cross country skiing, and connecting to the trails • Consider moving or removing tree next to at Ledge View Nature Center. northwest corner of library that is encroaching on the building C. Site C is an existing residential area that is under served by parks. The City should consider • Fill in stone where missing along embankment developing a 3+ acre neighborhood park here. • Remove water pump (used for athletic fields) and Possible amenities could include playground abandon water lines equipment, picnic facilities, restroom, pickle ball • Reconstruct existing riverwalk to meet current court, and open play field. ADA requirements D. Site D is just outside of an existing residential area that is under served by parks. As city continues to expand to the northeast, develop a 5+ acre 5.2 NEW AND EXPANDED PARK neighborhood park here. Possible amenities to consider include playground equipment, picnic FACILITIES facilities, restroom, sport court, and open play field.

New Park Facilities

The city should develop new parks in areas that are under served by existing facilities and areas where future residential expansion is expected to occur. There should be a focus on the acquisition of park and open space which will advance the goals and policies of this plan or the Chilton Comprehensive Plan. The New Parks & Trails Recommendations Map in Appendix B (Figure 5.1) identifies the location for potential new facilities based in part on Chilton’s future land use plan (see Section 2.6), the public engagement processes that identified general community priority and need, and growth projections for the city.

As new park lands are acquired by the city, individual master plans should be developed in order to guide development. All individual master plans should be adopted as appendices to this plan in order to maintain eligibility for state and federal park and recreational grants.

5.3 TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS

The city should develop a local system of trails that link to regional trails and trail systems in adjacent communities. Specifically, the city will partner with Calumet County in planning the Interurban Trail which will connect the Fox River State Trail to the A. Site A is an area where the city is currently Solomon Trail in New Holstein, with a spur connection experiencing residential growth, and growth is to Chilton (from the Ledge View Nature Center to anticipated to continue. The City should consider Hobart Park). On March 16, 2010, the City of Chilton developing a 10+ acre community park here as passed a resolution supporting the planning of the growth occurs. Possible amenities could include Calumet County Interurban Trail. playground equipment, picnic facilities, restroom, sport court, dog park, and hiking and biking trails. C h a p t e r 5 | R e c o m m e n d a t i o n s 41

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consider converting sidewalk into an off-road multi-use trail in the future along Court Street from Elementary School to N State St

consider converting sidewalk into an off-road multi-use trail in the future along USH 151 from High School to S State St intersection

add pedestrian bridge over river connecting Riverside Park to N Columbia St

add pedestrian bridge over river connecting Riverview Park and the Optimist Riverwalk property

extend sidewalk along CTH G as this area is developed from Interurban Trail to intersection with W Main St, add an on-street bike lane along this entire segment

work with WisDOT to improve safety of bike/pedestrian crossing at Grand and WIS 32

work with WisDOT to improve safety of bike/pedestrian crossing at Breed and WIS 32

work with WisDOT to improve safety of bike/pedestrian crossing at US 151 and WIS 32

work with WisDOT to improve safety of bike/pedestrian crossing at US 151 and Irish Rd

improve safety of bike/pedestrian crossing at E Breed St and Irish Rd

install sidewalk and bike lane along Irish Rd

install on-street bike lane along W Breed St and extend sidewalk west of WIS 57

work with Calumet County to extend Interurban Trail through Chilton—the proposed route through Chilton extends from N State St to CTH G/Ledge View Nature Center

work with WisDOT to add bike lanes along USH 151 from N State St to Klinkner Park, the City and WisDOT could also consider eventual replacement off the sidewalk with an off road-trail from Klinkner park to USH 57 in the future

work with WisDOT to add bike lanes along WIS 57 from the intersection with W Main St to city limits

add on-street bike lane on Canary Ave from W Breed St to Nennig Park

install on-street bike lane along W Chestnut St from CTH G to Hobart Park

install on-street bike land along Park St from E Main St to USH 151

add bike/pedestrian crosswalk across E Main Street for those parking on-street and visiting Kiwanis Riverview Park

extend riverwalk from Morrissey Park through Hobart Park to southern city limit, consider partnership with Town of Chilton to further extend

extend riverwalk from Morrissey Park to N Columbia St on south side to proposed pedestrian bridge, continue riverwalk on north side of river to eastern city limit

add trail connection between Riverwalk and Interurban Trail in Hobart Park

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RECOMMENDATIONS A map of the proposed routes and trail improvements can be found in Figure 5.1 and in Appendix B. Descriptions of the trail recommendations are shown in the table on the next page.

5.4 OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS General Parks and Trails

• Create branding for the city’s park system and install park signs in all city parks • Establish and implement electronic or digital wayfinding signage to direct residents and visitors to the city’s parks. The city should explore creating an interactive storymap through ArcGIS that allows users to easily view and explore the city’s park system. • Create a bike/ped map to show access routes between parks, riverwalk, and neighborhoods • *Explore opportunities to help integrate the Riverwalk with Main Street businesses as a tool for increasing the vitality of the downtown area • Develop mobile app for city’s parks • Increase social media posts about the city’s park system and recreation opportunities • Develop maintenance plan for existing parks • Conduct an ADA audit of the city’s parks • Utilize Hobart and Morrissey Park for community events • Consider water quality treatment at parks, especially those along the river • Consider better lighting at all parks for increased visibility • Improve park security by adding cameras • Consider posting a QR code in all parks which directs people to Chilton’s parks donation page

• *Partner with Calumet County on the planning of the interurban trail to ultimately connect Chicago and Green Bay through a network of multi-use trails • Discuss with Calumet County the possibility of adding a dog park to the country fairgrounds with temporary fencing that could be taken down for county events. • Work with private property owners to obtain easements for riverwalk trail extensions through the northeast and southwest edges of city • *Seek the cooperation of the Chilton School District to investigate opportunities for utilizing the extensive open space acreage at the school complex to develop recreational facilities that would be available for general public use. Possible cost-sharing arrangements may be possible if a successful partnership can be forged.

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• *Partner with the Chilton Lake District to take a proactive approach to enhance the natural features of the lake and its tributaries. Organize river cleanup days in partnership with the Lake District. • *Work with the County Agriculture Association and Calumet County to study the feasibility of extending a trail from Hobart park along the river through the fairgrounds that would provide a connection to Ledge View Nature Center C h a p t e r 5 | R e c o m m e n d a t i o n s 43

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Chapter 6 IMPLEMENTATION

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IMPLEMENTATION This chapter summarizes tools and mechanisms that the city can use to fund implementation of the park, trail, and open space recommendations discussed in Chapter 5. This chapter also outlines the process for plan adoption and plan amendments.

Currently the city has a Memorial Tree Program in place to help support the city’s parks. The city also has an online platform where people can make donations to specific parks, projects, or general initiatives.

501(c)3 Foundation

The city can set up an endowment fund as an additional means of providing continual financial support for park acquisition and development. An endowment fund is a self-sustaining account in which assets are invested. The annual disbursement amount Maintenance and operational expenses for Chilton’s of the fund is a set percent of assets, generally smaller parks are generally funded through property taxes than the accrued interest amount, which allows the and user fees. As the park system grows, the need value of the fund and assets to grow over time. A park to increase funding to meet the basic maintenance endowment fund can provide a means for residents and operational costs also grows. Often there to provide ongoing donations to the city’s park are insufficient funds to undertake major capital system with the certainty that the money donated improvement projects. There are a wide variety of will only be used for the advancement of recreation potential funding sources to assist with up-front in the community. Gifts to an endowment fund are capital costs, including acquisition of land and the tax deductible under federal and state law. development of new recreational facilities.

6.1 TOOLS AND MECHANISMS TO FUND IMPLEMENTATION

Public Grant Programs

An important source of funding is grant programs offered by state and federal agencies, especially the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Table 6.1 provides a summary of common state and federal park and recreation grant programs. The table is not an exhaustive list of grant programs, rather those that are typically used by jurisdictions to supplement acquisition and development of park and recreation areas. The National Recreation and Park Association also maintains a list of grant opportunities available nationwide. This list can be found at: https://www. nrpa.org/our-work/Grant-Fundraising-Resources/. Information regarding funding details shown in Table 6.1 should be verified prior to seeking grant funding.

Room Tax

State statutes allow municipalities to charge a room tax of up to 8%. A room tax is a special sales tax charged when people rent lodging. At least 70% of the amount collected needs to be spent on tourism promotion and development. Use of the remaining funds is up to the discretion of the municipality. Chilton plans to begin charging a room tax and will use some of these funds towards park initiatives (safety, signage, wi-fi, etc.).

Tax Increment Financing (TIF)

As part of a broader plan to redevelop an area, the city can use tax increment financing to assist with parkland/trail acquisition and development. There are some limitations to what revenues from a TIF district can be used to pay for. Under state statute 66.1105 Community Fundraising & Volunteer Groups a municipality can use tax increment to complete Community groups and civic organizations are public improvements within a 0.5-mile radius of the sometimes willing to organize fundraising efforts TID, so long as the use of the funds supports and to assist with costs, programming, and upkeep. benefits the TID and is identified as allowable in the “Friends of (name of park)” organizations can support TID project plan. The recommendations in this plan specific parks on an ongoing basis. They may also include expanding TID #4 to include Morrissey Park. be able to organize volunteer labor to assist with small development projects such as trail creation, Parkland Dedication maintenance, or playground installations. The Chilton The city’s municipal code includes regulations Lions Club currently does maintenance for Leahy regarding parkland dedication requirements. Section Lions Park. The city should continue this partnership. 17.03(8.5) of the city’s subdivision ordinance requires land dedication of ten percent (10%) of the total Local business and corporate support should acreage intended to be used for single family dwelling also be sought. Both non-profit and for-profit units; ten percent (10%) of the total acreage intended organizations can be rewarded for their support with to be used for duplexes; and fifteen percent (15%) of acknowledgment on a plaque or sign at the site. the total acreage intended to be used for multi-family 46 C h i l t o n | C o m p r e h e n s i v e O u t d o o r R e c r e a t i o n P l a n

dwellings. The minimum required park size is greater than one acre.

per 1,000 residents (0.165*.1/2.38*1,000) for singlefamily; 4 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents (0.103*.1/2.38*1,000) for duplex units, and 12 acres of Using the 2014-2019 ACS people per household parkland per 1,000 residents (0.184*.15/2.38*1,000) estimate of 2.38 and current minimum lot size, the for multi-family 3-4 unit buildings. The land city’s land dedication provides 7 acres of parkland dedication requirements are under target to maintain Table 6.1 Park and Recreation Grant Funding Programs Source: MSA

Funding Programs By Category

Maximum Award

Application Due Date

Granting Agency

1‐May

DNR

1‐May

DNR

1‐May

DNR

Knowles‐Nelson Stewardship Program The Stewardship Program was established in 1989 to preserve Wisconsin’s most 50% local match required significant land and water resources for future generations and to provide the land base and recreational facilities needed for quality outdoor experiences. These goals are achieved by acquiring land and easements for conservation and recreation purposes, developing and improving recreational facilities, and restoring wildlife habitat. This is an umbrella program that funds the following grants: Aids for the Acquisition and Development of Local Parks (ADLP)  Helps to buy land or easements and develop or renovate local park and recreation area facilities for nature‐based outdoor recreation purposed (e.g., trails, fishing access, and park support facilities). Urban Green Space (UGS)  Helps to buy land or easements in urban or urbanizing area to preserve the scenic and ecological values of natural open spaces for nature‐based outdoor recreation, including non‐commercial gardening. Urban Rivers (UR)  Helps to buy land on or adjacent to river flowing through urban or urbanizing areas to preserve or restore the scenic and environmental values of riverways for nature‐based outdoor recreation. Acquisition of Development Rights Grants (ADR)  Helps to buy development rights (easements) for the protection of natural, agricultural, or forestry values, that would enhance nature‐based outdoor recreation. Land and Water Conservation Fund (LAWCON)  This fund is used to implement projects that are identified by both the local 50% local match required and the state Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.  In general, land acquisition, development, and renovation projects for public outdoor recreation purposes are eligible LWCF projects. LWCF does not include the “nature‐based outdoor recreation” restriction that the Stewardship Local Assistance Programs do. Recreational Trails Program Grant Up to 50% of the total  Eligible projects include: maintenance and restoration of existing trails, project costs of a development and rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities and trail linkages, construction of new trails, and acquisition of easement or property for recreational trail project. Payments are trails.  May only be used on trails which have been identified in or which further a reimbursements on costs incurred after project specific goal of a local, county or state trail plan included or reference in a approval. statewide comprehensive outdoor recreation plan required by the federal LAWCON.

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IMPLEMENTATION Funding Programs By Category

Maximum Award

Application Due Date

Granting Agency

1‐Oct

DNR

1‐May

DNR

Established quarterly

DNR

1‐Oct

DNR

Urban Forestry Provides technical service and financial assistance to communities for developing 50% local match required. urban forestry programs. Priorities include: 1) Communities needing to develop an urban forestry plan; Grants range from $1,000 to $25,000. 2) Communities needing worker training; and 3) Communities needing to conduct a street tree inventory. Eligible projects include 1) Undertaking street tree inventories; 2) Training for Village tree workers; 3) Developing urban open space programs; 4) Developing urban forestry plans; 5) Developing a tree ordinance; 6) Developing a public awareness program; and, 7) Tree planting and maintenance Lake Protection and Classification Grants  Designed to assist lake users, lake communities and local governments as they 25% local match required. undertake projects to protect and restore lakes and their ecosystems. Eligible projects include: $200,000 maximum per  Purchase of property or a conservation easement. project.  Restoration of wetlands.  Development of local regulations or ordinances.  Lake classification projects that allow counties to design and implement local land and water management programs that are tailored to specific classes of lakes in response to various development and recreational use pressures (these grants are limited to $50,000).  Lake protection projects recommended in a DNR‐approved plan including watershed management, lake restoration, diagnostic feasibility studies, or any other projects that will protect or improve lakes. Recreational Boating Facilities Grant  Construction of capital improvements to provide safe recreational boating 50% local match required facilities and for feasibility studies related to the development of safe recreational facilities.  Also includes purchase of navigation aids, dredging of channels of waterways, and chemically treating Eurasian water milfoil. Sport Fish Restoration Funding  Sport Fish Restoration ‐ Fishing Pier (SFR‐FP) grants may be used to construct fishing piers that are primarily designed to provide public access for shore fishing.

25%‐50% local match required

1‐Feb

 Sport Fish Restoration ‐ Boat Access (SFR‐BA) grants may be used to construct motorboat access projects. Eligible components include boat ramp construction and renovation, along with related amenities such as parking lots, accessible paths, lighting, and restroom facilities.

15 acres per 1,000 residents. The city should consider reviewing its park dedication requirements.

Fees in Lieu of Land Dedication

• $200 per single-family dwelling unit • $250 per two-family dwelling unit • For multi-family, $200 for a one bedroom unit, $250 for a two bedroom unit, and $300 for a three or more bedroom unit

If parkland dedication is not possible or preferred due to the land configuration or proximity to planned or existing parks, a subdivider may satisfy the requirement for provisions of such park, recreation The city should review its fee in lieu to ensure these and general open space by payment of a fee in lieu of values are consistent with the price of land in the land. The 2021 fees are: community. 48 C h i l t o n | C o m p r e h e n s i v e O u t d o o r R e c r e a t i o n P l a n

Park Impact Fee for Park Improvements

While the parkland dedication or fees in lieu ensure sufficient parkland available to meet the needs of new residents, park impact fees fund park amenities for new residents. Communities choose to charge park impact fees because the cost to develop new parks is relatively high - roughly $700,000 for a typical neighborhood park. State statutes allow park impact fees to be collected based on maintaining, not increasing current park service levels. The City does not currently charge a park impact fee but could consider charging one to offset the cost of improving new parkland.

6.2 PLAN ADOPTION & AMENDMENTS This plan is adopted as a complement to the city’s Comprehensive Plan. As such, procedures for adoption of this plan, and future amendments follow similar Commission/Committee recommendation and Common Council approvals highlighted below:

Culture & Recreation Committee Recommendation

Chilton’s Culture & Recreation Committee shall meet to review the plan and pass a motion to recommend approval of the plan or plan amendment.

should be read or summarized at the public hearing. The public hearing may be held by either the Planning Commission or Common Council. Public Hearings for this plan are considered to be best practice, but are not a requirement of the WDNR.

Plan Adoption

This plan and any future amendments become official city policy when Common Council passes, by a majority vote, a resolution to adopt. Common Council may choose to revise the plan after it has been recommended by the Culture & Recreation Committee and Planning Commission, and after any potential public hearing (optional).

Plan Amendment vs. Plan Update

Amendments can be made at any time, but the city should not amend the plan more than once per year. A common recommended approach is to establish a consistent annual schedule for consideration of minor plan amendments. This plan should be updated every five years in order to maintain eligibility for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Stewardship Funding. Unlike an amendment, a plan update would revisit the entirety of the plan content and include more robust opportunities for public participation.

Planning Commission Recommendation

Chilton’s Planning Commission shall meet to review 6.3 ACTION PLAN the plan and pass a motion to recommend approval of the plan or plan amendment. The city has prioritized certain recommendations for each existing park in Chilton. These are explored Public Hearing park by park in Chapter 5. Table 6.2 lists these Prior to adopting this plan, or plan amendment, improvements in a singular list to provide easy access Chilton may, but is not required to, hold a public to desired improvements by park. The timeline for hearing to discuss the proposed plan or plan completion of recommendations is noted within amendment. A notice should be published up to each table of recommendations. Maintenance items 30 days before a public hearing that contains, at should occur as soon as possible, short term items minimum, the following: should occur in the next 1-5 years (2026), and long • The date, time and location of the hearing term items may not be completed within the next • A summary of the proposed plan or plan five years; however, initial planning activities may occur to bring these items closer to completion. Cost amendment estimates are using 2021 prices. • The local government staff who may be contacted for additional information • Where to inspect and how to obtain a copy of the proposed plan or amendment before the hearing The notice should also provide a method for submitting written comments, and those comments C h a p t e r 6 | I m p l e m e n t a t i o n 49

Table 6.2 Proposed Park Improvements Source: MSA Cost Estimate

Priority Maintenance ‐ ASAP

Mini Park Bechlem Memorial Park None Brewery Hill Add picnic tables Target Memorial Tree program for this park Add park sign with information Kiwanis Riverview Park *Continue to utilize donations to plant additional trees and shrubs and provide for the ongoing maintenance of this site *Remove deteriorating river willows and replace with new plantings Install lighting Add ADA path connection to benches and other proposed improvements on site Add gazebo and picnic tables Remove stumps Add fishing node Add grill Add ADA path down to river Add pedestrian bridge across river Riverside Park *Update playground (currently being donated) Add ADA path from sidewalk to playground and river and other proposed improvements Add sand under playground Eventually replace sand with EWF or poured in place surfacing under playground Add riverwalk along park and river to connect to other sections of the future riverwalk (~400 LF)

Short Term (1‐ Long Term 5 Years) (5+ Years)

x x

x x x x x

N/A

$12,000 $4,000 $24,000 ‐ $60,000

x x x

x x

x x x x

* = recommendation carried forward from the city’s 2017 CORP

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$2,500 $500/ea $5,000

N/A Maintenance $5,000/ea $12,000 $60,000 ‐ $80,000 Maintenance $5,000 ‐ $20,000 $1,800 $4,000 $250,000

Bury power lines Move garbage cans closer to pavilion Add restroom Replace missing bench swing Remove wasps Add ADA path down to the river Remove stumps Move grill at west end of park further away from memorial tree Add pedestrian bridge at N. Columbia St. to connect to the park and future riverwalk

(in 2021 $)

$45,000 ‐ $150,000 contact utility to determine exact cost $500 $120,000 + $2,500 Maintenance $4,000 Maintenance $500 see bridge estimate under Kiwanis Riverview Park

Table 6.2 Proposed Park Improvements Source: MSA Cost Estimate

Priority Maintenance ‐ ASAP

Neighborhood Parks Klinkner Park *Update playground *Continue the enhancement of the park with a variety of species of tree plantings Add ADA path between playground, parking, and shelter. Connect with picnic tables on concrete pads for ADA compliance. Connect the sidewalk along E. Chestnut St to Klinkner Park paths Weed sand under playground Replace sand with EWF or poured in place surfacing under playground Add benches by playground Add additional grills Trim brush in front of park sign Add gaga pit Remove one horseshoe pit Make park signs more prominent at entrance/front of park Update restrooms and install baby changing stations Leahy Lions Lakeshore Park *Solicit continued maintenance of this park by the Chilton Lions Club *Update playground to natural play area to maximize space Replace light on shelter Replace benches Add more picnic tables to shelter Install curb cut to playground for ADA accessibility Repair broken cement on playground edging Repaint park sign Replace playground surface with EWF or poured in place surfacing under playground Replace cover on electrical outlet Install lighting in the restroom Replace toe guard along river with a cable‐style railing to allow for visibility when sitting at benches while also providing fencing for children in play area Update restrooms and install baby changing stations Add pier to the launch area for accessibility Update fishing pier with one that extends further into the river

Short Term (1‐ Long Term 5 Years) (5+ Years)

x x x

x x

x x x

$150,000 ‐ $250,000 $500/ea

$16,000 $8,000 Maintenance $72,000 ‐ $160,000 $2,500 $1,800 Maintenance $5,000 $500 $2,500 ‐ $5,000 $25,000 ‐ $75,000 Total Estimated Cost: N/A $60,000 ‐ $150,000 $500 $2,500 $1,500 $1,500 $1,000 Maintenance $16,000 ‐ $40,000 Maintenance $500 ‐ $2,000

x x

x x x x x

x x x

(in 2021 $)

x x x

$24,000 $25,000 ‐ $75,000 $40,000 $50,000

* = recommendation carried forward from the city’s 2017 CORP

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Table 6.2 Proposed Park Improvements Source: MSA Priority Maintenance ‐ ASAP

Community Parks Hobart Park Create master plan for park (initial recommendations from this process are included below, but need further community input via a master plan) *Upgrade the service roads and parking areas throughout the park, remembering the need to accommodate overflow parking during major events *Work with the Calumet County Agricultural Association to extend a future river walk from Hobart Park along the river, through the fairgrounds, and to Ledge View Nature Center as part of a loop Add a looped trail or track with distance markers for walkers and runners that goes around fields—target a one mile loop Establish park as a trailhead for the Interurban Trail spur *Add disc golf course *Update playground equipment by ballfield Work with forester to selectively cut trees between existing buildings and river

Short Term (1‐ Long Term 5 Years) (5+ Years)

(in 2021 $)

$15,000 ‐ $35,000 $30/SY to $50/SY

$90,000 $60/LF $35,000 $35,000 ‐ $90,000 $45,000 ‐ $72,000 Maintenance contact utility to determine exact cost

Bury power lines Install updated four season venue with updated restrooms to replace existing shelter by river. Locate new structure in a better location in park for access and visibility.

Cost Estimate

City to complete park master plan

Replace sand and weed volleyball court Update restrooms currently by softball field Add grill top to grill near bathrooms and band shell Expand utilities to accommodate events that will be held in this park Add dog park (fenced) Add off‐leash dog area (waste station only) (2) Add location for coal disposal after grilling Install fishing access points Add ADA path between fire pit, concessions, shelter, playground, and parking lot. Connect these amenities to future river walk. (~600 LF) Replace play equipment near river Move softball field to Nennig Park Pave and expand parking lot by ballfield Move soccer fields from Nennig and Morrissey Parks here

* = recommendation carried forward from the city’s 2017 CORP

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$1,500,000 $2,500 $40,000 ‐ $75,000 $1,500 $50,000 $60,000 ‐ $90,000 $2,500 $2,500 $5,000 ‐ $25,000 $24,000 $60,000 ‐ $100,000 $250,000 $60,000 ‐ $75,000 $50,000

Table 6.2 Proposed Park Improvements Source: MSA Cost Estimate

Priority Maintenance ‐ ASAP

Morrissey Park Create master plan for park (initial recommendations from this process are included below, but need further community input via a master plan) *Add splash pad by playground *Continue fundraising for the playground, skateboard park, and splash pad; goal is to raise construction and maintenance funds

Short Term (1‐ Long Term 5 Years) (5+ Years)

$15,000 ‐ $35,000 $300,000 ‐ $800,000 ‐

*Relocate the basketball court behind the library over to the single tennis court and construct features that will reduce disturbances (i.e. noise) to the neighboring property owners.

$50,000 $250,000 ‐ $600,000

*Add skateboard park to location where basketball is currently located Consider addition of independent living senior units on south side of School Ct, including a community center. If feasible, the city should amend the existing TID to include the park.

‐

Add amphitheater at park entrance to tie in with outdoor education by the library and other groups Repair erosion and stabilize slope on hillside across from the park/library to protect the river and park Connect all benches to sidewalks/trails on paved pads Move soccer field(s) to Hobart Park Add ADA canoe/kayak launch

$150,000 ‐ $300,000

Bury utilities Install four seasons shelter that could be rented out for private events Replace existing playground with ADA playground Add additional small playground near library Install outdoor adult fitness equipment/machines Add dog park (fenced) Remove parking lot across the street from park if football field is moved. Consider selling as residential lots. Remove stands/press box if football field is moved Have a looped trail or track with distance markers for walkers and runners that connects to the future river walk along the edge of the park and river Utilize information board for community events Add park sign Remove exposed outlet on the exterior wall of the tennis courts, repair fencing Fix or remove damaged shed Remove stumps and landscaping on School Ct Add ice skating rink Keep sledding hill Add shade trees or remove/relocate other already existing donated trees along riverwalk to space out trees Repair or remove railings and stairs south of the library Nennig Park *Add extension of Dove Ave. to connect with N. State Rd. to the city’s official map *Landscape to accommodate the construction of an additional ball diamond Remove volleyball court* and expand parking lot to the north Remove stumps Expand restroom by ball fields Add lighting to fields A and B Add lighting to park shelter Add lighting to lower bathroom Add shade trees by fields Add additional bleachers Add all‐inclusive playground Move soccer field to Hobart Park and move softball field at Hobart to Nennig Park Add splash pad Add surfacing under slide Add location for coal disposal after grilling Add ADA connectivity between playground, bathrooms, concessions, basketball, and ball field D

* = recommendation carried forward from the city’s 2017 CORP

(in 2021 $)

City to complete park master plan

See Kiwanis Riverview Park $3,000 ‐ $4,500 ‐ $50,000 contact utility to determine exact cost $1,500,000 $500,000 ‐ $750,000 $60,000 ‐ $90,000 $35,000 ‐ $50,000 $60,000 ‐ $90,000 $20,000 $7,500 ‐ $20,000 $60/LF ‐ $5,000 $500/ea $3,500 ‐ $25,000 Maintenance $8,000 ‐ $12,000 ‐ $500 $2,500 to $8,000

x x

x x x x x x x x x x

x x

‐ See Ballfield Cost $30,000 Maintenance $90,000 ‐ $250,000 $400,000 $5,000 ‐ $7,500 $5,000 ‐ $7,500 $500/ea $5,000 Donation $250,000 Donation $2,500 $1,000 $20,000

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Table 6.2 Proposed Park Improvements Source: MSA Cost Estimate

Priority Maintenance ‐ ASAP

Special Purpose Parks Optimist Riverwalk *Improve trail lighting to deter vandalism Plant shade trees and add benches in the same location

Short Term (1‐ Long Term 5 Years) (5+ Years)

Bury power lines Improved fishing access points Add path from the steps south of the library to the sidewalk along Park St Consider moving or removing tree next to northwest corner of library that is encroaching on the building Fill in stone where missing along embankment Remove water pump (used for athletic fields) and abandon water lines Reconstruct existing riverwalk to meet current ADA requirements

x x

x x x

$5,000/ea $3,000/ea contact utility to determine exact cost $40,000/ea $2,000

$1,500 ‐ $3,000 $25,000 ‐ $60,000 $2,500 $60/LF

* = recommendation carried forward from the city’s 2017 CORP

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(in 2021 $)

Appendix A SURVEY RESULTS

A p p e n d i x A | S u r v e y R e s u l t s A-1

Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey

Q1 What is your age? Answered: 696

Skipped: 2

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65 or older 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Under 18

2.30%

18-24

8.62%

25-34

19.97%

139

35-44

30.32%

211

45-54

19.11%

133

55-64

12.64%

65 or older

7.04%

TOTAL

696

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Q2 Do you have any children living in your home that are under the age of 18? Answered: 694

Skipped: 4

Yes

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

57.78%

401

42.22%

293

TOTAL

694

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Q3 Where do you live? Answered: 693

Skipped: 5

City of Chilton

Town of Chilton Other (please specify) Elsewhere in Calumet County Village of Stockbridge City of New Holstein Village of Hilbert City of Kiel City of Brillion Village of Potter 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

3 / 86

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

City of Chilton

64.94%

450

Town of Chilton

11.11%

Other (please specify)

8.66%

Elsewhere in Calumet County

6.78%

Village of Stockbridge

2.89%

City of New Holstein

2.45%

Village of Hilbert

1.15%

City of Kiel

1.01%

City of Brillion

0.58%

Village of Potter

0.43%

TOTAL

693

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

Brothertown (Township)

8/31/2021 12:18 PM

Town of Charlestown

8/29/2021 11:30 AM

Town of Stockbridge

8/28/2021 10:47 AM

Town of charlestown

8/24/2021 8:45 PM

Township of Charlestown, 6 years

8/22/2021 8:18 AM

Rantoul

8/18/2021 5:23 PM

Town of Brothertown

8/18/2021 8:13 AM

Town of rantoul

8/15/2021 8:14 AM

Black creek

8/13/2021 6:04 AM

Brothertown

8/13/2021 5:59 AM

Town of brothertown

8/12/2021 11:05 AM

Sheboygan but I’m a Chilton native

8/11/2021 11:27 AM

brothertown

8/11/2021 11:08 AM

Brothertown

8/11/2021 6:40 AM

Town of Stockbridge

8/11/2021 5:45 AM

Town of Rantoul

8/10/2021 9:31 AM

Town Brothertown

8/8/2021 8:50 PM

Elkhart

8/8/2021 1:21 PM

Rantoul

8/8/2021 1:03 PM

Town of Stockbridge

8/8/2021 11:36 AM

Township of Stockbridge

8/8/2021 11:30 AM

Town of Stockbridge

8/8/2021 8:13 AM

In city

8/8/2021 7:04 AM

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Town of Charlestown

8/6/2021 8:41 PM

Howard wi

8/5/2021 6:28 PM

Chilton / Brothertown

8/5/2021 6:15 PM

town of charlestown

8/5/2021 3:15 PM

Pipe

8/5/2021 10:05 AM

Town of Brothertown

8/5/2021 9:42 AM

Combined Locks

8/5/2021 7:48 AM

Town of Brothertown

8/5/2021 7:37 AM

Right outside city of Chilton (Charlestown)

8/5/2021 6:19 AM

Town of Bothertown

8/5/2021 4:58 AM

Town of Brothertown

8/5/2021 3:14 AM

Rantoul

8/4/2021 10:29 PM

town of Stockbridge

8/4/2021 8:29 AM

Brothertown

8/4/2021 6:58 AM

Town of Stockbridge

8/3/2021 10:34 PM

St cloud

8/3/2021 10:19 PM

Town of Charleston

8/3/2021 8:45 PM

Town of Charlestown

8/3/2021 8:22 PM

Stockbridge

8/3/2021 7:42 PM

Live in DePere but I work in Chilton 6 days a week

8/3/2021 7:19 PM

Town of Charlestown

8/3/2021 6:17 PM

town of Charlestown, Calumet county

8/3/2021 6:15 PM

Town of brothertown

8/3/2021 5:53 PM

Town of Charlestown

8/3/2021 5:09 PM

Town of Calumet

8/3/2021 4:59 PM

Town of Rantoul

8/3/2021 4:53 PM

Stockbridge township

8/3/2021 4:46 PM

Town of Charlestown

8/3/2021 4:01 PM

Kaukauna... from Chilton. Go everyday

8/3/2021 3:49 PM

Town of Stockbridge

8/3/2021 3:48 PM

Frequent visitor

8/3/2021 3:26 PM

Sheboygan

8/3/2021 3:19 PM

Town of Stockbridge

8/3/2021 3:07 PM

Charlestown

8/3/2021 2:32 PM

Hartland, but my family still lives in Chilton

8/3/2021 2:23 PM

Charelstown

8/3/2021 2:20 PM

Town of Brothertown

8/3/2021 2:20 PM

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Q4 How long have you lived in the City of Chilton? Answered: 694

Skipped: 4

0-5 years

6-20 years

More than 20 years

I don't live in the City ...

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

0-5 years

11.38%

6-20 years

28.82%

200

More than 20 years

40.92%

284

I don't live in the City of Chilton

18.88%

131

TOTAL

694

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Q5 How often do you.... Answered: 591

Walk or run for exercise

Bike for exercise

Walk for transportati...

Bike for transportati...

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10%

20%

3 or more ti… 0 times in t…

3 OR MORE TIMES PER WEEK Walk or run for exercise

30%

40%

1-2 times p…

1-2 TIMES PER WEEK

50%

60%

70%

1-2 times p…

1-2 TIMES PER MONTH

80%

90%

100%

1-2 times p…

1-2 TIMES PER YEAR

0 TIMES IN THE PAST YEAR

TOTAL

WEIGHTED AVERAGE

41.40% 243

29.13% 171

18.57% 109

5.79% 34

5.11% 30

587

1.75

9.64% 56

12.56% 73

14.11% 82

20.65% 120

43.03% 250

581

2.97

Walk for transportation from home to work, stores, restaurants, etc.

9.43% 55

11.32% 66

19.73% 115

15.27% 89

44.25% 258

583

2.94

Bike for transportation from home to work, stores, restaurants, etc.

3.28% 19

4.14% 24

8.28% 48

13.45% 78

70.86% 411

580

3.52

Bike for exercise

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Q6 Is there a specific location or destination in the City of Chilton that needs to be improved for bicycle or pedestrian safety? Answered: 178

Skipped: 520

RESPONSES

DATE

To Nennig Park and to Morrisey Park and Klinkner Park.

8/31/2021 11:18 AM

Main streets.

8/31/2021 10:28 AM

Have walking/bicycling paths that connect the cities (Hilbert and New Holstein), along with a nice path along the river and continue down Highway 151

8/27/2021 11:20 AM

Marked bike lanes on city streets

8/26/2021 12:27 PM

All stop signs. Way to many drivers thinking the stop signs are optional.

8/24/2021 9:35 PM

SIDEWALK ON G from corner to city limit

8/24/2021 6:42 PM

Yes down kt and American finishing clay street

8/24/2021 4:34 AM

Grand/57 Breed/57

8/22/2021 1:08 PM

N/A

8/21/2021 12:05 AM

The corner of Main St and State St is always really dangerous. It's hard for both pedestrians and vehicles to see one another there.

8/19/2021 8:26 AM

yes, Chestnut Street. There's a lot of people on foot / families, but it's high traffic. Could use more accommodation for those on foot or biking.

8/18/2021 10:19 PM

By the library

8/18/2021 5:24 PM

South Madison Street!!!!!!

8/18/2021 12:40 PM

8/18/2021 8:45 AM

The industrial area. Lot of people walk/run/bicycle that area and it's dangerous especially with the semi's parking on Clay st

8/18/2021 8:36 AM

All streets are unsafe for biking. No bike lanes.

8/18/2021 6:36 AM

Riverwalk/Morrissey. Lots of people like to use the track for personal recreation biking and walking.

8/17/2021 4:56 PM

There are currently no bike lanes throughout the city; sidewalks have the potential to be unsafe with walking pedestrians.

8/17/2021 12:32 PM

There are no bike lanes in Chilton. I bike on the sidewalks or on the street with other traffic.

8/16/2021 2:06 PM

-Along Main St. for bikes -Crossing Chestnut when biking or walking to Scoops

8/12/2021 6:00 PM

all along chestnut street

8/12/2021 2:35 PM

8/12/2021 9:30 AM

8/12/2021 9:19 AM

8/11/2021 9:48 PM

Corner of Breed Street and Madison Street East Breed Street because there aren't any sidewalks

8/11/2021 9:35 PM

Intersection down by public library. I have seen several kids almost get hit by cars in that intersection.

8/11/2021 1:58 PM

Gravesville

8/11/2021 12:03 PM

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Main St corner

8/11/2021 10:16 AM

Intersection at scoops ice cream

8/11/2021 9:02 AM

Main Street

8/11/2021 8:23 AM

Get out from behind a desk and go look. There are several within blocks of your own office

8/11/2021 7:53 AM

More outskirts of chilton

8/11/2021 6:22 AM

Irish road, around Walmart

8/11/2021 5:34 AM

Irish road and 151 intersection

8/10/2021 6:49 PM

Pretty much all

8/10/2021 4:29 PM

Masison st dangerous road Speeding

8/10/2021 3:33 PM

It would be cool if the walking trail in Morrissey Park didn't dead end under the bridge but instead, extended to that other side. Often have to take dog and toddler up through that semiblind intersection (convergence of Park and Main).

8/10/2021 1:09 PM

Scoops/7 angels corners. Increased awareness around school zones. Cats still drive through the flashing pedestrian lights.

8/10/2021 9:34 AM

I have no issues with any of these streets

8/10/2021 3:32 AM

Track

8/9/2021 9:20 PM

at one time there was a plan to have a bike/pedestrian path run through the city coming in from ledge park to fair grounds then through the city coming out near Irish road and reconnecting back to ledge park with a path branching off to the fairgrounds from Irish rd/hwy 151 to the west for a shorter route. That plan has merit.

8/9/2021 3:06 PM

8/9/2021 11:39 AM

All city

8/9/2021 8:55 AM

Chilton is not really bike friendly. Most kids ride the sidewalks.

8/9/2021 8:50 AM

Unknown

8/9/2021 12:00 AM

To schools

8/8/2021 11:47 PM

Down main st

8/8/2021 9:40 PM

State street and Court Street intersection area. State street and Main Street inter section. For the kids going to and going home from a school.

8/8/2021 9:38 PM

Irish road north of Walmart and Gravesville. All streets without sidewalks.

8/8/2021 9:30 PM

8/8/2021 8:52 PM

Yes

8/8/2021 8:12 PM

Getting across busy roads to get to the schools.

8/8/2021 7:26 PM

8/8/2021 3:48 PM

By kwik trip/ intersections

8/8/2021 11:32 AM

Improve safety on 57 for biking from new Holstein to Chilton

8/8/2021 11:11 AM

Track at Morrissey is in bad shape for running or roller blading. Path along the river is nice just needs to be longer.

8/8/2021 11:06 AM

Stop and go light by the bank

8/8/2021 10:25 AM

N madison st

8/8/2021 10:14 AM

Lights by the river walk and the track could be turned on / be brighter

8/8/2021 10:09 AM

Madison st. And the corner of hwy 57.

8/8/2021 9:48 AM

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Nennig park

8/8/2021 9:48 AM

Walking past the park on Grand Street after is dark when you are by yourself could use more lights.

8/8/2021 9:08 AM

Crossing Madison St. from path along river. A curb cutout and cross walk would be helpful.

8/8/2021 9:06 AM

Flashing lights for crosswalk at the intersection of Breed St and Madison St.

8/8/2021 8:53 AM

How about sidewalks so our kids can get safely to school. One sliver of a trail is barely enough!

8/8/2021 8:49 AM

Entire city

8/8/2021 8:15 AM

Sidewalks are average for walking

8/8/2021 7:08 AM

Highways 57 and 151 all through the city. Not safe to cross those streets even with the new warning lights. People just don't give the right of way to pedestrians and bikes.

8/7/2021 3:34 PM

None

8/6/2021 8:42 PM

Irish Rd, E &W Breed St, E & W Main St, State St, Madison Street

8/6/2021 1:01 PM

Atv route

8/6/2021 7:29 AM

Some sort of safer way for kids to bike to the public elementary /middle schools.

8/5/2021 4:42 PM

We need a bike trail for recreational use. Much safer than biking through the city. I feel pedestrian safety is pretty good.

8/5/2021 8:16 AM

Having a bike path would be ideal.

8/5/2021 7:52 AM

Madison street needs bike lane.

8/5/2021 7:14 AM

8/5/2021 7:12 AM

Around Walmart

8/5/2021 6:54 AM

The intersection by by Ethels. You can never see traffic coming until you are half way into the street because of all the parked cars so close to the corner.

8/5/2021 6:42 AM

Irish Road, city. Y through Breed and 57 to New Holstein

8/5/2021 6:29 AM

Breed st.

8/5/2021 6:13 AM

8/5/2021 5:45 AM

Don't know

8/5/2021 5:07 AM

I would like to see the old high school track repaired.

8/5/2021 3:35 AM

People should use the sidewalks to run and/or ride bike like we used to back in the day...so much safer than now!!!!! 🙄😪

8/5/2021 3:19 AM

The intersection of Breed and 57 — pedestrian lights would be very helpful for crossing.

8/4/2021 9:40 PM

8/4/2021 8:27 PM

Corner of State St and HWY 151.

8/4/2021 6:12 PM

8/4/2021 5:52 PM

N/A

8/4/2021 3:44 PM

Yes Madison street needs police control south Madison is like a drag racing strip almost every vehicle is going through at at least 40mph

8/4/2021 9:35 AM

Near Kaytee/Walmart

8/4/2021 7:25 AM

8/4/2021 6:53 AM

8/4/2021 6:45 AM

I don't believe so

8/4/2021 4:34 AM

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Irish Road from East Breed to 151 & 57. Maybe all the way to short road to Ledge View

8/4/2021 2:34 AM

I live just outside the city limits on Cty Rd G and would love to bike to the city more often if Cty G had a bike path for safety.

8/4/2021 1:18 AM

8/4/2021 12:51 AM

A bike trail connecting surrounding communities would be nice

8/4/2021 12:03 AM

Irish Road that runs by WalMart could use a sidewalk. Breed street from Mobil to Irish Road as well.

8/3/2021 11:36 PM

100

Chestnut and Madison

8/3/2021 11:34 PM

101

North side

8/3/2021 11:01 PM

102

8/3/2021 10:57 PM

103

8/3/2021 10:33 PM

104

Not that I’m aware of

8/3/2021 9:53 PM

105

Corner of Breed and Hwy 57. It’s dangerous for cars at that intersection (Mobile Mart/Car dealerships) much less biking and walking.

8/3/2021 9:41 PM

106

Flashing pedestrian signs at the intersection of Madison & Grand or Madison & Breed

8/3/2021 9:22 PM

107

Enforcing the speed limit through school zones and for stopping for pedestrians in crosswalk. As well as speed limit by Catholic School

8/3/2021 8:48 PM

108

I would love to see the track at Morrissey Park maintained. This is a place where many kids learn to ride their bikes, rollerblade, skateboard, scooter, ect because it’s a flat, consistent surface

8/3/2021 8:35 PM

109

Unsure

8/3/2021 8:28 PM

110

Sideways across the city

8/3/2021 8:15 PM

111

Sidewalks are needed at: E. Breed St to Irish Road Clay St Irish Road from Walmart to Breed St.

8/3/2021 8:09 PM

112

The river walk trail

8/3/2021 8:03 PM

113

Crosswalks by the Uptown Commons across Hwy 151 by Ethel’s.

8/3/2021 8:03 PM

114

East Breed street to Irish Road.

8/3/2021 7:55 PM

115

morrissey park

8/3/2021 7:43 PM

116

Main Street, Chestnut Street, Irish Rd by Walmart

8/3/2021 7:39 PM

117

Bike friendly town for riding. Could use more bike racks to lock up.

8/3/2021 7:39 PM

118

There are no bike paths in the city of Chilton. Unless you ride on the sidewalk, it does not feel safe to ride to Walmart.

8/3/2021 7:24 PM

119

Chesnut Street and Breed Street

8/3/2021 7:22 PM

120

The crosswalk from Seven Angels to Scoops.

8/3/2021 7:13 PM

121

Hwy 57 “main drag”

8/3/2021 7:10 PM

122

Main and Madison. Madison at the bridge ( should be a crosswalk with warning light since the river walk is right there. No one takes the time to walk to the nearest crosswalk, they just cros by the bridge

8/3/2021 7:05 PM

123

Corner of State and Main

8/3/2021 6:30 PM

124

Not to my knowledge

8/3/2021 6:26 PM

125

Lake shore drive

8/3/2021 6:23 PM

126

8/3/2021 6:17 PM

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Irish Road between Breed St & 151 or beyond to include the growing subdivision south of 151.

8/3/2021 6:14 PM

128

River Walk could be repaved.

8/3/2021 6:13 PM

129

State Road in the City of Chilton!!! My son bikes to school and work when weather permits and has fallen off his bike and had near misses. Nevermind what it does for our vehicles!! I won't take my younger daughter on her bike into the city because of how dangerous it is. The patches they do is useless and a waste of money.

8/3/2021 6:07 PM

130

Maintain cross walks, enforce 25mph speed limit on Madison St for safety!

8/3/2021 6:02 PM

131

Breed Street and Irish rd need side walks the speed limit is high and there are lots of runners and bikers

8/3/2021 5:50 PM

132

CARS FLY DOWN STATE STREET,,,DAILY.......EVERY SINGLE TIME I WALK,I SEE THEM......SPEED BUMPS....

8/3/2021 5:43 PM

133

Madison and Breed intersection

8/3/2021 5:27 PM

134

Main st and Heiman st intersection

8/3/2021 5:13 PM

135

East side of Chilton

8/3/2021 5:11 PM

136

The 4 lane drag strip running thru town. Lots of heavy traffic and speeding at times. 6-8am/ 26pm

8/3/2021 5:07 PM

137

Clay Street needs a sidewalk or an alternate bike/walk path

8/3/2021 5:05 PM

138

Having a clearly marked bike line by the elementary and high schools.

8/3/2021 4:44 PM

139

8/3/2021 4:42 PM

140

It would be amazing if we could hook up to the Hilbert and new Holstein/Kiel trails

8/3/2021 4:22 PM

141

Irish road

8/3/2021 4:22 PM

142

Madison Street and Brooklyn streets are like drag strips for cars. Enforcing speed limits would do a ton for improving safety

8/3/2021 4:08 PM

143

151 and Memorial Drive. North bound drivers barely stop and then go right into a left turn without any regard to pedestrians crossing Memorial.

8/3/2021 3:42 PM

144

The east side of town does not offer many safe routes for walking and biking other than being on the road.

8/3/2021 3:42 PM

145

I feel there are ample controlled crossings making it safe for pedestrians to cross. Areas that concern me are the uncontrolled crossings where children are being encouraged to cross hoping cars notice they are required to let them cross.

8/3/2021 3:32 PM

146

There is no Sidewalk on East Breeds Street.

8/3/2021 3:26 PM

147

Irish road

8/3/2021 3:19 PM

148

On east chestnut street by the gas stations and ice cream house.

8/3/2021 3:19 PM

149

The corner of Park and Main

8/3/2021 3:18 PM

150

Everywhere! There is no where for bikes except the sidewalk

8/3/2021 3:11 PM

151

151 between Walmart and Walgreens.

8/3/2021 3:09 PM

152

???

8/3/2021 2:54 PM

153

Irish Road

8/3/2021 2:54 PM

154

N/a

8/3/2021 2:49 PM

155

irish road

8/3/2021 2:46 PM

156

The old gravesvile area

8/3/2021 2:36 PM

157

The cross walk by scoops & 7 angels. Drivers do not stop or slow down!

8/3/2021 2:32 PM

158

IRISH ROAD

8/3/2021 2:23 PM

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Any street that does not have a sidewalk

8/3/2021 2:22 PM

160

Irish Road and Cty Y

8/3/2021 2:13 PM

161

Yes! The intersection of Main and State, especially before/after school.

8/3/2021 2:09 PM

162

Corner of 57 and Madison. The current 3 way stop is awful!

8/3/2021 2:08 PM

163

Breed St both directions off of Madison St

8/3/2021 2:04 PM

164

None to my knowledge.

8/3/2021 2:02 PM

165

Corner of grand and Madison is almost impossible to cross at times.

8/3/2021 1:57 PM

166

8/3/2021 1:53 PM

167

Intersection of State Street and 151 by Ethels. Pedestrians trying to cross the street to the south are often hidden by cars parked on the side of the road, making it difficult for drivers to see them or for them to see vehicles approaching.

8/3/2021 1:53 PM

168

Chestnut street is horrible to cross as a pedestrian.

8/3/2021 1:53 PM

169

North east side of town… bowling alley area to Gravesville, as well as along Irish Road

8/3/2021 1:52 PM

170

Bike/walking path along the river Bike/walking path connecting cities along the highway

8/3/2021 1:06 PM

171

Side street lighting at night (just to get to the park) is pretty bad. For example Park St. walking north from 7 Angels to get to Morrisey and Riverwalk.

8/3/2021 1:06 PM

172

Bike trails would be awesome

8/3/2021 12:53 PM

173

Any improvements in the Chilton area would be great. A long the river especially. There really is nothing except by the library and I see so many people using that.

8/3/2021 10:21 AM

174

8/3/2021 9:25 AM

175

n/a

8/3/2021 8:58 AM

176

downtown. Smokey Valley

8/3/2021 6:02 AM

177

All of them. A designated bike lane or continuous trail is long overdue.

8/2/2021 7:29 PM

178

Intersections of Grand/57, Breed/57, Park St/57 (scoops signs in the way)

8/2/2021 6:56 PM

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Q7 Where would you prioritize the location of new bike facilities, routes, or trails? Answered: 184

Skipped: 514

RESPONSES

DATE

Please save the Football Field and Old Track at Morrisey Park for biking and walking, soccer, etc.

8/31/2021 12:11 PM

If possible trail to N.H. or Hilbert route out to Walmart.

8/31/2021 11:18 AM

Trail from Chilton to N.H. and Hilbert.

8/31/2021 10:28 AM

It would be nice to have a trail that went to Riverview Heights, as that can be a dangerous stretch for family biking and walking to town.

8/29/2021 11:33 AM

Chilton to New Holstein

8/26/2021 12:27 PM

Connect to new holstein like the trail between new holstein and Kiel

8/24/2021 9:35 PM

Trail from Chilton to New Holstein on 57

8/24/2021 6:42 PM

Out past Walmart

8/24/2021 4:34 AM

Link to Ledgeview Park

8/23/2021 8:41 PM

Irish Road

8/22/2021 1:08 PM

Bring the trail from GB to Hilbert ….to and through Chilton

8/22/2021 8:19 AM

N/A

8/21/2021 12:05 AM

By walmart and farm roads

8/19/2021 2:49 PM

It would be nice to have a path along the river behind the fairgrounds! I kayak down there all the time with my kids, and an area to pull out for a bit would be awesome.

8/19/2021 8:26 AM

fairgrounds

8/18/2021 10:19 PM

By Walmart

8/18/2021 5:24 PM

Connect with Hilbert and New Holstein trails to include Chilton stores, restaurants, parks, schools and via South Madison Street to LedgeView Nature Center.

8/18/2021 12:40 PM

The high school could turn a lot of that area into a couple mile trail

8/18/2021 8:45 AM

Currently, we only have the river walk, so anything else is a priority

8/18/2021 8:36 AM

Outside of town? Maybe a bike trail to an area town?

8/18/2021 7:42 AM

As completion of the County wide trail as it develops

8/17/2021 8:22 PM

Chilton to Ledgeview Nature Center Chilton to New Holstein Chilton to the Fox River Trail

8/17/2021 4:56 PM

A connection of all the parks, the "main" areas of travel throughout the city, and connection to Ledgeview and/or neighboring paths

8/17/2021 12:32 PM

Connect to Ledge Park. Connect to other bike trails such as Kiel and Hilbert.

8/16/2021 2:06 PM

Extend the Riverwalk

8/12/2021 6:00 PM

adding bike lanes to madison, main, chestnut, grand, memorial, brooklyn, and calumet

8/12/2021 2:35 PM

8/12/2021 9:30 AM

Now where all good

8/12/2021 9:19 AM

Chilton Wisconsin

8/11/2021 9:48 PM

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along the river (east and west)

8/11/2021 9:35 PM

Along the river in or near Gravesville

8/11/2021 12:03 PM

Any, maybe a possible trail leading out/in of town of each direction? So people don’t get sick of the same boring route

8/11/2021 9:02 AM

From Chilton to New Holstein

8/11/2021 8:23 AM

Along the river, would be nice to continually expand until run outta space.

8/11/2021 7:53 AM

On busier roads

8/11/2021 6:22 AM

A trail to Ledge View would be amazing!

8/10/2021 7:20 PM

Along the river

8/10/2021 6:49 PM

Chilton to hilbert

8/10/2021 4:29 PM

Would be fantastic to somehow connect Morrissey along the water over to Hobart Park. Not sure how to do it but it would be a great trail. Or even continue along the water down to RIverside Park. Again, logistics not thought out here, just dreaming of a nice bike ride or walk all the way through the city.

8/10/2021 1:09 PM

Going to New Holstein to connect with their trail. Going to Brillion to connect with their trail.

8/10/2021 9:34 AM

I don't know that is necessary. There are so many well maintained sidewalks and streets that I don't feel the need to go onto specific trails. Traffic has never been an issue either. I'd prefer to stay in town where I'm seen for my safety.

8/10/2021 3:32 AM

Old high school track

8/9/2021 9:20 PM

A trail around or through the city. Maybe a bridge across river up by fair grounds so a person could walk or ride a bike on a path around outer edges of the city if a path can not be worked out with residents through the city.

8/9/2021 3:06 PM

8/9/2021 11:39 AM

Trails

8/9/2021 8:55 AM

Tie into the Hwy 57 trail in New Holstein? A trail out to Ledgeview?

8/9/2021 8:50 AM

Parks

8/9/2021 12:00 AM

Design a plan. Share thoughts with community

8/8/2021 11:47 PM

Along the river would be nice.

8/8/2021 9:38 PM

Connect to the bike trail north of Hilbert and to the trail in New Holstein which continues to Kiel. Also, another route could be past Walmart on Irish road to Breed st. and into the city to Nennig Park.

8/8/2021 9:30 PM

None

8/8/2021 8:52 PM

Along middle/ High school area. Loop from river/ fairgrounds area to Ledgeview nature center

8/8/2021 8:25 PM

To ledge park

8/8/2021 3:48 PM

Any trails would be n8ce

8/8/2021 3:21 PM

Not sure on what location would be possible, but yes would be nice to have more of a bike path somewhere especially with young kids. Otherwise yes at least there's the one north of Chilton.

8/8/2021 3:09 PM

Hwy between Chilton and New Holstein

8/8/2021 12:03 PM

West of chilton

8/8/2021 11:32 AM

Between new Holstein and Chilton

8/8/2021 11:11 AM

Roads in the city are very busy for bicyclists. A trail combining New Holsteins' trail would be nice. Roller blading would also be an option then.

8/8/2021 11:06 AM

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Irish rd. By Walmart

8/8/2021 10:25 AM

Maybe by the fairgrounds??

8/8/2021 10:09 AM

Ledge park walking/ bike trail to the park from city of chilton would be awesome.

8/8/2021 9:48 AM

Nennig park...would love to see a bike trail in chilton

8/8/2021 9:41 AM

Old railroad track spaces. Would love to connect to New Holstein/Kiel one.

8/8/2021 9:08 AM

A trail to NH to connect to the trail from NH to kiel would be nice.

8/8/2021 9:08 AM

Protected trails or bike lanes around the city that would connect Walmart, to the South shopping center, to the Fairgrounds. The easiest approach would be start with markings on existing streets/roads and then expand facilities with usage (i.e. convert parking one side of state into protected bike lane.)

8/8/2021 9:06 AM

The river would be a great start

8/8/2021 8:49 AM

By the high school, Nenning Park

8/8/2021 8:20 AM

Near the fairgrounds

8/8/2021 8:15 AM

I think it would be great to have a trail that connects Chilton with new Holstein bike trails

8/8/2021 8:15 AM

We need a trail from Chilton to New Holstein so we can hook up with the trail from New Holstein to Kiel

8/8/2021 7:08 AM

Outside city of chilton

8/8/2021 6:11 AM

Along the river. Extension of Riverwalk.

8/7/2021 3:34 PM

A route from each park to another, or possibly a trail from Morrissey to ledgeview

8/7/2021 9:52 AM

It would be great to have a separate bike and walking trail going out of the city so you don't have to go on the should of the highway

8/6/2021 8:44 PM

Fairgrounds

8/6/2021 8:42 PM

Breed St, Irish Rd, E &W Main St

8/6/2021 1:01 PM

To and from the schools

8/6/2021 7:29 AM

have a trail system that goes around the outside of the city specifically for walking or riding bike.

8/5/2021 1:01 PM

Connect Chilton-New Holstein

8/5/2021 10:07 AM

A nice long tail connecting Chilton to neighboring cities would be wonderful, much like the CE trail. It is much safer for children and families.

8/5/2021 8:16 AM

It would be nice to extend the path from Kiel to New Holstein to Chilton

8/5/2021 8:02 AM

Connecting to existing paths in the county would benefit all but that’s more for the county not city. Taking the football field at Morissey and making it a bmx track would be nice for the youth.

8/5/2021 7:52 AM

It'd be great to have a trail similar to New Holstien to walk/run/bike on

8/5/2021 7:25 AM

School needs a new track

8/5/2021 7:12 AM

Along the river, shaded spots

8/5/2021 6:54 AM

Along the river

8/5/2021 6:44 AM

Unsure

8/5/2021 6:42 AM

Irish rd, county Y through Breed and 57 to New Holstein

8/5/2021 6:29 AM

A trail to ledgeview

8/5/2021 5:50 AM

Connect to new holstien and Kiel bike yrail

8/5/2021 5:45 AM

Don't know

8/5/2021 5:07 AM

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It would be great to have a nice trail going along the river through town.

8/5/2021 3:35 AM

Trails would be great out from Irish through to 57 near the new subdivision- also near MB lane and the fairgrounds.

8/4/2021 9:40 PM

8/4/2021 8:27 PM

N/A

8/4/2021 3:44 PM

Nennig park

8/4/2021 2:46 PM

8/4/2021 9:35 AM

Somewhere out by Walmart/ Kaytee area. Nice walking trail would be perfect!!

8/4/2021 9:32 AM

100

CHILTON TO NEW HOLSTEIN

8/4/2021 8:50 AM

101

Around Nenning Park could be a pretty bike/ walking trail while kids played. Especially with the inclusion park going in.

8/4/2021 8:31 AM

102

8/4/2021 6:53 AM

103

Between Chilton and New Holstein or out on 151 toward Manitowoc

8/4/2021 6:29 AM

104

Trail to New Holstein

8/4/2021 6:10 AM

105

A bike or walking, hiking trail to New Holstein, to connect with their trail to Kiel

8/4/2021 4:34 AM

106

#6 answer

8/4/2021 2:34 AM

107

I don't know

8/4/2021 12:51 AM

108

Between Hilbert and Chilton or Chilton to New Holstein. Between Chilton and Killsnake would be nice too.

8/3/2021 11:34 PM

109

North and center of chilton

8/3/2021 11:01 PM

110

8/3/2021 10:57 PM

111

None

8/3/2021 10:33 PM

112

from chilton to new holstein

8/3/2021 9:42 PM

113

It would be great if the city worked with local municipalities that could maybe “tap” into a walking/bike trail for country residents to get to the city for an ice cream or lunch or coffee treat yet enjoy the outdoors and be safe while commuting for exercise or family fun and weekend activity.

8/3/2021 9:41 PM

114

Don't think there is a demand for this in town

8/3/2021 9:22 PM

115

Throughout the city. I wish we had something like Kiel and New Holstein for country paths.

8/3/2021 8:48 PM

116

Along the river, possibly out to Ledgeview or connect to the Hilbert or New Holstein trails

8/3/2021 8:35 PM

117

Unsure

8/3/2021 8:28 PM

118

Trails to new Holstein and hilbert

8/3/2021 8:15 PM

119

Bike Trail connecting to Hilbert Fox River Trail and also connecting to New Holstein Solomon Trail.

8/3/2021 8:09 PM

120

Country, park, fairgrounds would be nice.

8/3/2021 8:03 PM

121

Extend River walk from Hobart Park to Irish Road. (I know, lots of private property prohibits this, but it would still be awesome!)

8/3/2021 7:58 PM

122

A trail leading to Hilbert to connect with Fox river trail. A trail leading to New Holstein to connect with trail that leads to Kiel.

8/3/2021 7:55 PM

123

morrissey park

8/3/2021 7:43 PM

124

On the edge of town- 151, state st, by the fairgrounds, out to Ledgeview.

8/3/2021 7:39 PM

125

Bike racks at shopping centers and parks.

8/3/2021 7:39 PM

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Route from residential areas to Walmart, ledge park, connect to neighboring communities bike trails.

8/3/2021 7:24 PM

127

Breed Street

8/3/2021 7:22 PM

128

Link up with the trails in New Holstein to the south or Hilbert to the north. I understand more than the City would need to be involved in a project like this.

8/3/2021 7:05 PM

129

County G

8/3/2021 6:30 PM

130

By the River walk

8/3/2021 6:26 PM

131

None

8/3/2021 6:17 PM

132

It would be very nice to have multi-use trails (bike, walk, run)

8/3/2021 6:14 PM

133

Along Manitowoc River out to Hayton.

8/3/2021 6:13 PM

134

From Chilton to Hilbert

8/3/2021 6:07 PM

135

Anywhere would be wonderful to have in the city

8/3/2021 6:02 PM

136

Just more side walks would be great start and then connecting the New Holstein or Hilbert trail would be nice!

8/3/2021 5:50 PM

137

Connect to trails in NH or Hilbert

8/3/2021 5:35 PM

138

Ledgeview Nature Center

8/3/2021 5:27 PM

139

Connect to the trail from new Holstein to Kiel

8/3/2021 5:13 PM

140

Walking trails around town

8/3/2021 5:11 PM

141

East side of chilton

8/3/2021 5:11 PM

142

Running/biking trails

8/3/2021 5:10 PM

143

A loop around the city would be awesome

8/3/2021 5:07 PM

144

Along the river. Near Walmart. Clay St/industrial park Bike path to connect New Holstein and Hilbert paths

8/3/2021 5:05 PM

145

I would love to see a trail in Stockbridge

8/3/2021 4:52 PM

146

I would ride a bike more if there were more trails in the area I could access from home.

8/3/2021 4:42 PM

147

Between towns. Near fairgrounds

8/3/2021 4:26 PM

148

Near schools and library

8/3/2021 4:22 PM

149

Connecting to the trail in Hilbert or New Holstein

8/3/2021 4:22 PM

150

Walking/bike trail between Chilton and Hilbert.

8/3/2021 4:19 PM

151

City of Chilton to Ledge Park City of Chilton - connect to New Holstein Bike Trail

8/3/2021 4:08 PM

152

The southern end of town maybe the fairgrounds could be incorporated in some sort of trail

8/3/2021 4:08 PM

153

Main streets with heavy traffic

8/3/2021 4:01 PM

154

It would be great to add some bike trails in and around the city.

8/3/2021 3:40 PM

155

I see very few bikers in the City of Chilton, as opposed to many walkers and runners. I would prefer to prioritize a trail which would be utilized by more people.

8/3/2021 3:32 PM

156

none

8/3/2021 3:26 PM

157

Idk

8/3/2021 3:19 PM

158

Schools, a trail to the nature center

8/3/2021 3:18 PM

159

East to West, there are no buses for the city/town kids. If parents can not take them they need to walk or bike

8/3/2021 3:11 PM

160

Morrisey, along the river, near schools

8/3/2021 3:09 PM

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Chilton to New Holstein please

8/3/2021 3:05 PM

162

???

8/3/2021 2:54 PM

163

Hwy 57 to new Holstein

8/3/2021 2:54 PM

164

N/a

8/3/2021 2:49 PM

165

Along Irish rd

8/3/2021 2:36 PM

166

N/A ( I do think we should incorporate doggie poo disposal spots like new holstein has)

8/3/2021 2:32 PM

167

Morissey. It’s a central location. Or the fairgrounds.

8/3/2021 2:09 PM

168

Not sure

8/3/2021 2:08 PM

169

Any bike trails in Chilton or the outside of Chilton would be nice!

8/3/2021 2:04 PM

170

Would love to see the Soloman trail that connects New Holstein to Kiel be extended to Chilton. It would give the opportunity for those who live outside of town the ability to walk and bike to town.

8/3/2021 2:04 PM

171

Expansion of a trail on the river would be nice. Otherwise a trail to Ledgeview from town would be nice!

8/3/2021 2:02 PM

172

From Chilton to New Holstein

8/3/2021 1:57 PM

173

City wide bike lane

8/3/2021 1:57 PM

174

8/3/2021 1:53 PM

175

Maybe trails that connect to surrounding cities' trails.

8/3/2021 1:53 PM

176

Same as above

8/3/2021 1:06 PM

177

It would be great if we could link up the trail along Hwy 57 (that ends just north of Hilbert) or a nice, well lite path to Ledge Park.

8/3/2021 1:06 PM

178

Between Chilton and ledgeview nature center

8/3/2021 12:53 PM

179

I think a route to connect Kiel, New Holstein, Chilton and Hilbert would be a great idea. It than could be utilized for a lot of things, walking, biking, roller blading, etc.

8/3/2021 10:21 AM

180

trail to Ledge Park and north to Hilbert (connect to the existing trail system)

8/3/2021 9:25 AM

181

n/a

8/3/2021 8:58 AM

182

County G to Ledge Park

8/3/2021 6:02 AM

183

Along main thoroughfares

8/2/2021 7:29 PM

184

Irish road from Hilbert to New Holstein would be a great idea

8/2/2021 6:56 PM

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Q8 How close is the nearest park or trail to your home? Answered: 580

Skipped: 118

Within reasonable...

I have to drive

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Within reasonable walking and biking distance

55.86%

324

Within reasonable biking distance, but not walking distance

11.38%

I have to drive

32.76%

190

TOTAL

580

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Q9 Did anyone in your household participate in Library or School District sponsored recreation programs in the past year? Answered: 566

Skipped: 132

Yes

Not sure

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

33.92%

192

61.31%

347

Not sure

4.77%

TOTAL

566

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Q10 Do the Library's and School District's current variety of recreational programs meet the needs of your household? Answered: 556

Skipped: 142

Yes

Not Sure

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

41.55%

231

12.95%

Not Sure

45.50%

253

TOTAL

556

IF NO, PLEASE EXPLAIN IN WHAT WAYS IT IS NOT MEETING YOUR NEEDS.

DATE

There is always room for improvement on programs. Need to keep up with other communities in what they offer and do for the community.

8/27/2021 11:21 AM

Not conservative enough, too liberal

8/22/2021 11:21 AM

The parks do not get used, should invest in a nice disk golf course, a designated dog park or area. New holstein has a great park and recreation area. Also would like to see a law passed to allow UTV and ATV travel on city streets.

8/19/2021 1:25 AM

N/A

8/18/2021 12:40 PM

Sometimes not all inclusive (I have a special needs child)

8/18/2021 7:43 AM

There could be more for younger ages

8/17/2021 9:07 PM

The schedule can be inconvenient

8/17/2021 1:07 PM

no after work programs

8/12/2021 2:36 PM

No way to transport from home to town to activities due to parent work schedule

8/10/2021 9:35 AM

More for older adults

8/9/2021 9:21 PM

not even aware of the programs

8/9/2021 3:07 PM

Warm water (pool) therapy not available. I drive to Manitowoc 3 times per week to use the warm water pool for aching joints in Manitowoc

8/9/2021 8:09 AM

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Kids have to bike on the road to get to school with all those cars

8/8/2021 9:41 PM

It would be nice to have outdoor work workout stations like they have in the inner

8/8/2021 9:40 PM

I am not sure where to always get the info about recreational opportunities for kids. Can it be posted to the Chilton website? It would be nice if somehow there could be T-ball or a tumbling class for young kids.

8/8/2021 3:15 PM

Wish there we more options beyond the standards. Things like karate, dance, etc.

8/8/2021 11:38 AM

I didn't see what programs were offered. Was that sent by email? Website?

8/8/2021 11:07 AM

Sometimes it would be nice to have some activities geared towards boys???

8/8/2021 10:10 AM

The libraries events are all done before we are done working for the day

8/8/2021 9:05 AM

The library is stuck in the 1980s. There isn't a cohesiveness to our athletic-based recreation programs.

8/8/2021 8:51 AM

Not involved

8/8/2021 7:09 AM

Masks must be worn in library--we go to new holstein or kiel instead. Rec programs are not well advertised

8/6/2021 1:03 PM

There are not any recreational activities for 4-6 year olds.

8/5/2021 7:48 PM

Daughter wants soccer and gymnastics

8/5/2021 6:23 PM

Due to covid, there are no baby/toddler groups

8/5/2021 9:32 AM

The library did not have programming for most of the year. I find the school district's programs are hard to find where and when to sign up, though the programing itself is great.

8/5/2021 8:21 AM

They do not cover all ages of the kids living in my home.

8/5/2021 7:58 AM

Pandemic changed everything.

8/5/2021 7:15 AM

School facilities are dismal

8/5/2021 7:13 AM

Need a dog park

8/4/2021 5:07 PM

Not enough communication as to when they are so missed out! Can never over communicate

8/4/2021 9:33 AM

A dog park would be nice

8/4/2021 12:04 AM

I would like adults to be allowed to walk on the new high school track as a form of exercise.

8/3/2021 8:38 PM

There aren’t enough programs at all. We need more programs/classes for children

8/3/2021 8:31 PM

More programs need to return to the library. They had more offerings before Covid shutdown.

8/3/2021 8:11 PM

Covid put a damper on things. Would like more of a Fitness Center rather than a “Sweaty boys’ Weight Room!”

8/3/2021 8:04 PM

The library was to scaled back due to restrictions.

8/3/2021 7:56 PM

students are not enrolled in the school, but would like to have organized teams, more focused on enrichment instead of competition alone. library program conflicts with family schedule so very limited participation

8/3/2021 6:23 PM

Gymnastics and martial arts options would be great programs to add

8/3/2021 6:17 PM

Household is made up of young adults (early 20s) and older adults (60+)

8/3/2021 6:14 PM

Some of the specific age levels make it difficult for families to attend. Some say 5-7 and others say under 5 so what do you do with a 3 yr old and a 6 yr old?

8/3/2021 5:51 PM

Poor question

8/3/2021 4:29 PM

Would like more swimming options outdoor.

8/3/2021 4:23 PM

Would like an exercise class after work around 5 p.m. weekdays (strength training and yoga)

8/3/2021 4:09 PM

Not really for young kids

8/3/2021 4:01 PM

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The people who work there are rude whenever we would go

8/3/2021 3:19 PM

We do everything in Kiel

8/3/2021 3:06 PM

More evening program options for working parents

8/3/2021 2:39 PM

Would love a recreational gymnastics class for kids

8/3/2021 2:18 PM

We would love kids’ rec classes, like dance or karate

8/3/2021 2:09 PM

Working M-F most programs I’ve seen are done by the time I get home from work. Maybe some evening activities

8/3/2021 2:05 PM

There’s not much. Especially for kids 9-12

8/3/2021 1:56 PM

We utilize the Athletic Club to meet our recreational needs with softball. Swim lessons could be improved with both times and level of instruction.

8/3/2021 1:54 PM

Not sure what they all are

8/3/2021 1:44 PM

other communities offer more programs than Chilton does. Find we are going out of the city for events

8/3/2021 1:07 PM

Our kids are out of the house, but we often watch our grandchild on weekends. We are unaware of any programs offered.

8/3/2021 1:06 PM

An outdoor place for kids to get wet in the summer to cool off. Fun outdoor activities for grandparents to take their Grandlings to.

8/3/2021 12:56 PM

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Q11 When visiting City parks, which activities or facilities do you or members of your household most commonly participate in or use? Check all that apply. Answered: 504

Skipped: 194

Playground Equipment Picnic Facilities... Ball Diamonds Basketball Courts Tennis Courts Volleyball Courts Athletic Fields (socc... Walking

Biking Bird/Nature Viewing Fishing Canoeing/Kayaki ng Disc Golf Other (please specify) 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

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60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Playground Equipment

67.86%

342

Picnic Facilities (grills, shelters, etc.)

46.03%

232

Ball Diamonds

31.75%

160

Basketball Courts

16.47%

Tennis Courts

10.91%

Volleyball Courts

7.54%

Athletic Fields (soccer, football, etc.)

27.58%

139

Walking

73.81%

372

Biking

31.15%

157

Bird/Nature Viewing

30.75%

155

Fishing

27.38%

138

Canoeing/Kayaking

25.20%

127

Disc Golf

8.93%

Other (please specify)

7.34%

Total Respondents: 504 #

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

TRACK

8/31/2021 12:12 PM

Farmer's Market

8/31/2021 11:05 AM

Running around the track.

8/31/2021 10:46 AM

Dog walking

8/24/2021 4:38 AM

Swimming/Pool

8/18/2021 9:11 AM

miniature ⛳

8/15/2021 9:32 AM

I take my grand children to these places

8/14/2021 7:35 AM

Pickle ball

8/12/2021 4:52 PM

Splash pad

8/11/2021 3:48 PM

Yoga mats

8/11/2021 7:58 AM

Music

8/10/2021 4:36 PM

We use the open space in Hobart for running with the dog.

8/10/2021 1:13 PM

The riverwalk and the track at Morrissey Park

8/9/2021 3:14 PM

Soccer field

8/8/2021 6:29 PM

SOCCER

8/8/2021 11:35 AM

Roller blading

8/8/2021 11:10 AM

Ziplining like the Fond du Lac Lakeside Park

8/5/2021 3:26 AM

We spend a lot of time at parks with splash pads

8/4/2021 8:37 AM

Walking our dogs,,, but its not allowed, and THERE IS NO WAY TO DISPOSE OF DOG POO,

8/4/2021 4:44 AM

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Splash pad

8/3/2021 11:03 PM

Sledding

8/3/2021 8:54 PM

Want a splash park.

8/3/2021 8:42 PM

Rollerblading on the track

8/3/2021 8:41 PM

Track

8/3/2021 8:17 PM

Yoga/ Stretching/ Meditation

8/3/2021 8:08 PM

Running

8/3/2021 5:55 PM

SNOW TUBING AT OLD HIGHSCHOOL

8/3/2021 5:47 PM

Splash pad, ice skating

8/3/2021 4:27 PM

Restrooms

8/3/2021 3:45 PM

Water play

8/3/2021 3:11 PM

Concert

8/3/2021 3:02 PM

Aquatic centers -pools

8/3/2021 2:59 PM

Take the grand kids too

8/3/2021 2:42 PM

Hockey

8/3/2021 2:37 PM

Splash pad

8/3/2021 2:14 PM

Should have indoor facilities at the park that can be used year round. Shelters could be used year round.

8/3/2021 1:13 PM

Biking if there were trails

8/3/2021 1:02 PM

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Q12 At Hobart Park specifically, which facilities do you commonly use? Answered: 411

Skipped: 287

Picnic Tables

Grills

Shelter

Playground

Restrooms

Bandstand

Softball field

Boat Ramp Exhibition Buildings Concession Building 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

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60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Picnic Tables

45.50%

187

Grills

10.46%

Shelter

33.33%

137

Playground

53.53%

220

Restrooms

59.85%

246

Bandstand

21.65%

Softball field

21.65%

Boat Ramp

13.63%

Exhibition Buildings

11.19%

Concession Building

23.36%

Total Respondents: 411

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Q13 At Morrissey Park specifically, which features do you commonly use? Answered: 483

Skipped: 215

Football field and track

Tennis courts

Shelter

Playground

Riverwalk 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Football field and track

48.86%

236

Tennis courts

10.97%

Shelter

13.04%

Playground

65.01%

314

Riverwalk

82.82%

400

Total Respondents: 483

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Q14 Which of the following amenities would you like to be added either by public or private entities to our City Parks? Mark up to 6 preferences. Answered: 514

Skipped: 184

Archery/Trap shooting range ATV trails

Ball diamonds Basketball courts Boating facilities Bocce ball courts Camping areas Canoe/Kayak facilities Community Center Cricket field

Curling rink Disc golf course Dog park Equestrian Trails Fishing facilities Football fields

Golf course Golf driving range

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Horseshoe pits Ice skating/Hock... Indoor athletic... Indoor pool

Lacrosse fields Lighted Athletic Fields Off-road mountain bik... Off-road walking/biki... On-road bicycle... Outdoor pool Park landscaping/... Park parking lots Park signage/Dire... Pickle ball courts Playground equipment (a... Playground equipment (a... Playground equipment (a... Restrooms

Rugby field Sand volleyball... Shelters

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Sidewalks Site furnishings... Skateboarding facilities Sledding hill Snowmobile trails Snowshoeing

Soccer fields

Splash pad Stream & shoreline... Tennis courts X-country skiing trails Zipline/Adventu re Course Fitness Course Other (please specify) 0%

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

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60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Archery/Trap shooting range

12.65%

ATV trails

17.12%

Ball diamonds

1.95%

Basketball courts

6.03%

Boating facilities

1.95%

Bocce ball courts

2.53%

Camping areas

7.78%

Canoe/Kayak facilities

20.23%

104

Community Center

17.32%

Cricket field

0.39%

Curling rink

2.53%

Disc golf course

9.92%

Dog park

39.11%

201

Equestrian Trails

1.75%

Fishing facilities

9.73%

Football fields

1.56%

Golf course

2.33%

Golf driving range

4.47%

Horseshoe pits

2.72%

Ice skating/Hockey rink

24.32%

125

Indoor athletic complex (for multiple programs/sports)

16.73%

Indoor pool

16.93%

Lacrosse fields

0.00%

Lighted Athletic Fields

5.64%

Off-road mountain biking trails

2.53%

Off-road walking/biking trails

24.12%

124

On-road bicycle facilities

4.86%

Outdoor pool

43.00%

221

Park landscaping/Trees

6.61%

Park parking lots

1.56%

Park signage/Directional signage

0.78%

Pickle ball courts

4.86%

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6.42% 8.95%

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Playground equipment (ages 5-12 years)

12.06%

Restrooms

14.79%

Rugby field

0.39%

Sand volleyball courts

4.47%

Shelters

4.67%

Sidewalks

5.25%

Site furnishings (benches, tables, grills,etc.)

8.56%

Skateboarding facilities

3.11%

Sledding hill

10.89%

Snowmobile trails

1.95%

Snowshoeing

4.09%

Soccer fields

2.92%

Splash pad

47.47%

244

Stream & shoreline restoration

4.86%

Tennis courts

1.75%

X-country skiing trails

4.09%

Zipline/Adventure Course

15.37%

Fitness Course

17.32%

Other (please specify)

5.25%

Total Respondents: 514 #

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

Community Garden, Orchard

8/31/2021 12:21 PM

N/A

8/31/2021 12:04 PM

Another wooden bench swing along the riverwalk (in a shaded area) in addition to the current one.

8/31/2021 10:23 AM

Splash pad be really nice

8/26/2021 6:01 AM

Dog clean up stations

8/24/2021 4:38 AM

Fishing like the pond in New Holstein

8/23/2021 9:58 AM

Adult outdoor fitness equipment

8/17/2021 1:12 PM

miniature golf

8/15/2021 9:32 AM

Hobart's concessions needs running water and is so inferior to Nenning now that a over hall is in order. Accessibility is also an issue, as i work with people in wheelchairs and walkers.

8/12/2021 9:36 AM

playground for people with special needs

8/11/2021 8:00 PM

shelter is badly needed at morrissey park, no place to get out of the sun to sit or have a picnic

8/9/2021 3:14 PM

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Warm water pool - therapy pool

8/9/2021 8:14 AM

skatepark

8/9/2021 7:30 AM

Ice skating rink back on river by lions park

8/8/2021 3:52 PM

Hiking

8/8/2021 12:08 PM

Volleyball

8/8/2021 11:35 AM

I think we have enough to satisfy all

8/8/2021 9:47 AM

Track (even a semi-modern one)

8/8/2021 8:53 AM

Signs telling people to pick up after there dogs. Especially along the Riverwalk.

8/7/2021 3:46 PM

Track

8/5/2021 7:21 AM

Trail between chilton and new holstein

8/4/2021 6:53 AM

Ice skating rink thats maintained

8/4/2021 4:44 AM

Outdoor fitness park - Fond du Lac Lakeside Park has outdoor exercise equipment! Great way to stay fit outdoors and be in nature. We have biked the route along there and exercised on the equipment before or after our ride. It was great and fun!

8/3/2021 9:48 PM

Splash pad

8/3/2021 7:13 PM

Hobart park's ball diamond could use work

8/3/2021 4:14 PM

Would love a splash pad near by

8/3/2021 2:19 PM

Playground for ALL abilities

8/3/2021 1:56 PM

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Q15 What is your favorite park to visit in the City of Chilton? Answered: 473

Skipped: 225

Brewery Hill (Park St) Hobart Park (W. Chestnut... Kiwanis Riverview Pa... Klinkner Memorial Par... Leahy Lions Lakeshore Pa... Morrissey Park (School Ct.) Nennig Park (Dove Ave. a... Optimist Riverwalk... Riverside Park (E. Grand St.) Other (please specify) 0%

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RESPONSES

Brewery Hill (Park St)

0.42%

Hobart Park (W. Chestnut St.)

8.67%

Kiwanis Riverview Park (E. Main St.)

0.85%

Klinkner Memorial Park (Memorial Dr., E. Chestnut St., Calumet St.)

8.46%

Leahy Lions Lakeshore Park (W. Main St.)

1.27%

Morrissey Park (School Ct.)

49.68%

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Nennig Park (Dove Ave. and Canary Ave.)

18.39%

Optimist Riverwalk (Chilton Public Library to Madison St.)

9.73%

Riverside Park (E. Grand St.)

1.90%

Other (please specify)

0.63%

TOTAL

473

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

Nennig Park and Morrisey Park

8/31/2021 11:20 AM

I like and enjoy ALL of Chilton's parks.

8/31/2021 10:23 AM

They’re not useful

8/5/2021 7:21 AM

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Q16 Why is this park your favorite park to visit in the City of Chilton? Answered: 393

Skipped: 305

RESPONSES

DATE

Quiet, shade, river by playground

8/31/2021 12:21 PM

The track is great for group walking and children's biking.

8/31/2021 12:12 PM

All ages of softball and baseball

8/31/2021 12:04 PM

Easy to hold events there, good location.

8/31/2021 11:38 AM

Both have climbing equipment for different age levels.

8/31/2021 11:20 AM

Site for Farmer's Market, family reunions, meetings in shelter.

8/31/2021 11:05 AM

Most kids of all ages can use it. Riverwalk and Track is there, Library close by. Could use more shelter (shade) areas esp. in summer. Tables to do some outdoor game activities and use for eating. Add more playground equipment. Upkeep-adding more mulch in areas (holes under swings, etc.). Good area for splash pad area, sledding hill improvements!!??

8/31/2021 10:46 AM

Daughter plays softball there.

8/29/2021 11:39 AM

the sounds of the river are calming

8/28/2021 1:59 PM

Fun events

8/28/2021 10:51 AM

It has updated equipment & a lot more playground equipment than the other parks in town.

8/28/2021 8:37 AM

Football games

8/26/2021 7:23 AM

It got a little kids area for my grandson.

8/26/2021 6:57 AM

So nice

8/26/2021 6:01 AM

Close to home

8/26/2021 5:15 AM

We like that there are a variety of things to do there all throughout the year. We enjoy sledding in the winter, and the park and Riverwalk during the remaining seasons.

8/26/2021 4:23 AM

Baseball fields

8/24/2021 9:38 PM

Has the biggest playground and the track to walk

8/24/2021 8:49 PM

Most used for small events

8/24/2021 4:38 AM

Nicest, newest, and cleanest.

8/23/2021 9:58 AM

Football Field/Memories

8/22/2021 1:10 PM

Kids like it

8/22/2021 11:24 AM

Fun to walk around, kids love the playground equipment and they love looking for painted rocks.

8/22/2021 8:22 AM

Offers the most activities for my children

8/21/2021 12:09 AM

Shade, shelter, restroom, playground

8/19/2021 7:29 PM

Beautiful scenery, peaceful walk or jog, track and play ground

8/19/2021 2:55 PM

It's the most diverse- with athletic fields, the Riverwalk, water, the huge playground, sledding in the winter, etc. We've often found glass, tons of garbage and even needles/blades there. We love that park but I have to REALLY be on top of the kids there.

8/19/2021 8:31 AM

Because of the basketball courts, and the events that are held at this park. It’s also away from heavy traffic areas. Could use some tlc on the courts and around the park in general.

8/19/2021 1:32 AM

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It's close, my son loves it, and it's near the library.

8/18/2021 10:25 PM

Walking trail

8/18/2021 10:17 PM

Shelter, view of water, bathrooms

8/18/2021 9:33 PM

Nicest equipment. Offers equipment that is suitable for my children's varying ages. Would like to see more picnic tables. Prefer other locations when wanting to do a picnic at the park because of picnic tables at those locations

8/18/2021 9:04 PM

The updated playground

8/18/2021 6:57 PM

The water

8/18/2021 5:27 PM

Water, trees, nearby playground and track.

8/18/2021 5:00 PM

It’s a nice park that was supposed to have a splash pad.

8/18/2021 2:32 PM

Scenery, water feature, wooded, well maintained, convenient location

8/18/2021 12:45 PM

Lots for the kids to do & play area is their favorite.

8/18/2021 9:34 AM

Has a variety. Kids can play and parents can walk without being far away from kids.

8/18/2021 9:11 AM

Access to kayak

8/18/2021 8:54 AM

Baseball

8/18/2021 8:47 AM

City band concerts

8/18/2021 7:48 AM

We like the sand and the pavilion

8/18/2021 7:47 AM

Track

8/18/2021 6:38 AM

It’s the closest and has the most variety

8/17/2021 9:29 PM

Right in neighborhood and activities for entire family

8/17/2021 8:26 PM

This park feels like it is the heart of the city with it location. There is lots of potential to be an outdoor community center with the location to the park, field, Riverwalk, and the library.

8/17/2021 5:02 PM

Closest to home; decent playground

8/17/2021 1:12 PM

Track

8/16/2021 6:17 PM

Closest to where I live

8/16/2021 2:06 PM

it's nice to walk along the river

8/15/2021 9:32 AM

I like the Riverwalk and our daughter loves the playground there.

8/15/2021 8:46 AM

Go view of kids while playing...so does klingner. The shade and river is also very nice!

8/15/2021 8:23 AM

Biking on the track and playground for kids.

8/15/2021 8:11 AM

My grandkids Collett Castle Park they super love it there

8/14/2021 7:35 AM

Fishing deck with restrooms

8/13/2021 6:16 AM

It's pretty and relaxing there. I also enjoy the City Band concerts.

8/12/2021 6:06 PM

The Veterans Memorial

8/12/2021 5:26 PM

not a lot of people go there and there are benches right next to the river

8/12/2021 2:40 PM

modernized, amazing grilling and concessions (makes it easier to solicit helpers), pavement, parking. Wish Hobart was just as good.

8/12/2021 9:36 AM

Good friend times

8/12/2021 9:24 AM

It is big and nice for the kids to play

8/11/2021 9:52 PM

Ease of accessibility, playground, restrooms, size

8/11/2021 9:38 PM

Baseball

8/11/2021 9:14 PM

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The kids like it the best

8/11/2021 8:03 PM

People with special needs enjoy attending events here

8/11/2021 8:00 PM

Because it’s quaint and really nice for the children to play! Loved it when it was build and still love it

8/11/2021 3:09 PM

More up to date equipment for my children. I feel that location is cleaner and safer.

8/11/2021 2:07 PM

Nice scenery and we love the location for fishing, canoeing, and baseball.

8/11/2021 12:09 PM

Basketball court and just more range of activities to do

8/11/2021 9:16 AM

The location, cleanliness, community feel, woelfel grill house

8/11/2021 9:05 AM

Baseball fields

8/11/2021 8:27 AM

Relaxing

8/11/2021 7:58 AM

We spend our whole summer playing ball there. The kids have a lot of great memories being at the park.

8/11/2021 6:57 AM

Close to my home

8/11/2021 6:50 AM

Location

8/11/2021 6:48 AM

proximity

8/11/2021 6:43 AM

The kids have so many different things to play on

8/11/2021 6:31 AM

Best playground for wide range of kids. Most up to date

8/11/2021 6:24 AM

Equipment is great for multiple aged children. Ability to picnic and run baseball diamonds

8/11/2021 5:37 AM

Amount of activities

8/11/2021 5:24 AM

Great place to walk & bike.

8/11/2021 4:34 AM

There are a variety of activities we can enjoy, as well as bathrooms.

8/10/2021 7:24 PM

Ball diamond

8/10/2021 6:55 PM

Closest to house n centralized

8/10/2021 4:36 PM

Love to sit by water

8/10/2021 3:37 PM

Honestly because it feels off the beaten path and so rarely used. The large trees are beautiful. I've brought neighbor kids there and they loved how quiet and serene the space was and how they felt we had the place all to themselves. So I suppose once the secret is out, or if "improvements" were made, we'd lose the part we like so much about it! Haha.

8/10/2021 1:13 PM

Easy access and in walking distance from house

8/10/2021 10:00 AM

Can walk there from relatives home. Roughly 5 minute walk versus going to the edges of town.

8/10/2021 9:39 AM

Softball Ahmed baseball.

8/10/2021 3:36 AM

Walk track and along river

8/9/2021 9:24 PM

Quiet and usually clean

8/9/2021 3:48 PM

The walk along the river is wonderful. the use of the track for biking is really nice. Playground equipment for grandchildren is close to our home. This park needs a shelter for parents who bring their kids to the park.

8/9/2021 3:14 PM

Kids can play at the park. Adults can walk the track and riverwalk

8/9/2021 11:47 AM

It is the most recently built and has a smaller area for younger children….

8/9/2021 11:44 AM

Proximity, river walk, IM sports

8/9/2021 8:55 AM

Beautiful nature walk. Love seeing the ducks and other wild life. The sound of the river is soothing and calm. Peaceful

8/9/2021 8:14 AM

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it’s the biggest

8/9/2021 7:30 AM

Kid loves playground but equipment needs to be updated

8/9/2021 12:03 AM

100

Love the football field and knowing it’s history

8/8/2021 11:50 PM

101

It's pretty, sentimental, nice to walk there.

8/8/2021 9:44 PM

102

Band concert

8/8/2021 9:43 PM

103

Within walking distance to my home.

8/8/2021 9:33 PM

104

Is closest to where we live

8/8/2021 8:32 PM

105

Track and river Walking paths, run stairs, ease of parking, safe central location

8/8/2021 8:31 PM

106

I can take my dog walking around the track or river walk and it is only a 5 minute walk from home, bathrooms are available most of the time too

8/8/2021 7:40 PM

107

The shade and big trees

8/8/2021 7:31 PM

108

Morris set, because it’s the biggest one and most popular

8/8/2021 6:48 PM

109

Most popular

8/8/2021 6:47 PM

110

Walking trail with my dog and she plays by the water

8/8/2021 6:35 PM

111

Biggest one in the city

8/8/2021 6:29 PM

112

Multiple options. Work out, casual stroll, let kids hangout at park. Watch football and soccer games and track events.

8/8/2021 6:22 PM

113

Easy access to many different activities

8/8/2021 4:51 PM

114

Place to relax and read

8/8/2021 4:00 PM

115

Best kept park in the city

8/8/2021 3:52 PM

116

There is so much to do all at that location with having the playground, track, fields, and riverwalk together.

8/8/2021 3:22 PM

117

Helped build it with the community back in 2008. Still great to come visit to remember that special day.

8/8/2021 1:19 PM

118

Baseball / softball games

8/8/2021 12:08 PM

119

Variety of options for activities for children of all ages

8/8/2021 11:56 AM

120

The playground

8/8/2021 11:40 AM

121

Fair

8/8/2021 11:35 AM

122

Walking distance to my house

8/8/2021 11:25 AM

123

Most open aired park

8/8/2021 11:17 AM

124

Not real busy. Path is smooth.

8/8/2021 11:10 AM

125

Overlooks the football field

8/8/2021 11:09 AM

126

The Grandkids love the playground and I can watch them good.

8/8/2021 11:01 AM

127

That is the park we spend most of our time at because of baseball and it has great play equipment.

8/8/2021 10:57 AM

128

Right across the road from house

8/8/2021 10:33 AM

129

It's peaceful along the river

8/8/2021 9:58 AM

130

Large area to walk through along the river with shad . It has a lot if history and memories.

8/8/2021 9:56 AM

131

The scenery along the river

8/8/2021 9:52 AM

132

Location and more up to date..would love to see a biking/walking trail in chilton and a splash pad

8/8/2021 9:48 AM

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location next to the river lots of shade nice bathrooms well maintained

8/8/2021 9:47 AM

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Has almost everything needed & close in town

8/8/2021 9:33 AM

135

Best play ground

8/8/2021 9:25 AM

136

We visit this one the most because it has wood chips vs sand for the kids to play in whichever the kiddos cleaner

8/8/2021 9:17 AM

137

Close to home. Love the Memorial.

8/8/2021 9:11 AM

138

The river path is great to walk & bike along.

8/8/2021 9:11 AM

139

Location. Variety of equipment to play on. Space.

8/8/2021 8:58 AM

140

Playground

8/8/2021 8:58 AM

141

Baseball

8/8/2021 8:56 AM

142

Track and field

8/8/2021 8:53 AM

143

Most to do

8/8/2021 8:46 AM

144

By the water.

8/8/2021 8:43 AM

145

Because of the concessions.

8/8/2021 8:38 AM

146

Quiet Location

8/8/2021 8:25 AM

147

Soccer ,sledding ,football games, swings,River walk

8/8/2021 8:25 AM

148

Lots of activities for the kids and room to run. Also other parks don't have alot of fill/Sand around equipment.

8/8/2021 8:21 AM

149

It's where my boys play baseball

8/8/2021 8:19 AM

150

Easy access

8/8/2021 8:18 AM

151

The Sand

8/8/2021 8:17 AM

152

Playground, new grill area, bathroom facilities

8/7/2021 5:07 PM

153

Scenery, wildlife (new ducklings in Spring/Summer, Snapping Turtles, Herons, occasional Geese and Eagles) , activities to observe at Morissey Park, and most important the people you meet while walking!

8/7/2021 3:46 PM

154

Lots of fond memories from my childhood

8/7/2021 9:52 AM

155

Has baseball field, tennis court, basketball and playground equipment everything for every age.

8/6/2021 8:48 PM

156

Best location

8/6/2021 5:50 PM

157

Track for kids to bike w/out worry of traffic and spouse and i to walk while they bike

8/6/2021 1:07 PM

158

Best play ground and good place to walk to dogs while kids play

8/6/2021 8:49 AM

159

Sights and sounds. Very relaxing

8/6/2021 7:33 AM

160

Kids love it.

8/6/2021 7:21 AM

161

Because of the track, basketball courts, football field and playground equipment for all ages.

8/6/2021 3:36 AM

162

It has a variety of equipment for all ages. It is one of the better maintained parks

8/5/2021 7:53 PM

163

There is shade so the kids don't get over heated and It has grills for cook outs. It also is very pretty with the big trees and river.

8/5/2021 6:26 PM

164

We can fish and play on the playground.

8/5/2021 6:04 PM

165

Great for walking and the views are spectacular.

8/5/2021 4:55 PM

166

Great bathrooms, playground for kids, tennis courts for when we feel like tennis, track for walking while the kids are at the playground, and relaxing down by the river walk. So many options all in the same general area.

8/5/2021 4:46 PM

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Softball and Baseball players in family

8/5/2021 3:17 PM

168

The river, track, park, restrooms, has almost everything and centrally located

8/5/2021 12:27 PM

169

Clean. Location.

8/5/2021 10:10 AM

170

Closest to home, great playground equipment

8/5/2021 10:07 AM

171

Scenic views, great trail.

8/5/2021 9:59 AM

172

This is my favorite park because there are many different things to do for everyone in the family.

8/5/2021 9:56 AM

173

Has the best equipment. But the track is not worth running on and the basketball courts are junk.

8/5/2021 9:51 AM

174

Nice scenery and has the playground nearby.

8/5/2021 9:36 AM

175

close to home

8/5/2021 8:58 AM

176

I like the variety it has for all ages.

8/5/2021 8:56 AM

177

Baseball

8/5/2021 8:37 AM

178

It has the track, and the river walk is right there. It is the most comprehensive facility. My kids have learned to ride bikes on the track. I feel there is something at that park (or within sight of it) for everyone in my family to do.

8/5/2021 8:30 AM

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Location

8/5/2021 8:19 AM

180

Close to home, restrooms and equipment

8/5/2021 8:06 AM

181

It has the best playground equipment for the grandkids

8/5/2021 8:03 AM

182

More to do for each age

8/5/2021 8:03 AM

183

Best playground equipment for the kids.

8/5/2021 7:55 AM

184

Best playground

8/5/2021 7:52 AM

185

Softball games and practice

8/5/2021 7:29 AM

186

I’d rather visit ledgeview and run on the trails

8/5/2021 7:21 AM

187

Peacefully place to walk.

8/5/2021 7:20 AM

188

Love the shelter and little library and love the monument memorial

8/5/2021 7:01 AM

189

Kids can play at the playground while siblings play ball. It’s a quieter park and we don’t have to deal with the behaviors of other park goers like we do at Morissey. We have a beautiful park at Morissey, but it has gotten a bad name for the behavior that happens there.

8/5/2021 7:00 AM

190

Playground and walking trail

8/5/2021 6:48 AM

191

It's 3 blocks from my house!

8/5/2021 6:44 AM

192

Athletic

8/5/2021 6:35 AM

193

My children enjoy the playground equipment at this park.

8/5/2021 6:20 AM

194

More stuff for the kids to do

8/5/2021 6:17 AM

195

Closest to our house

8/5/2021 5:54 AM

196

Fishing

8/5/2021 5:48 AM

197

Softball games, concessions, playground

8/5/2021 5:31 AM

198

Because of the river

8/5/2021 5:15 AM

199

My child loves the playground equipment. For me it’s nostalgia of the old high school memories of the property.

8/5/2021 4:39 AM

200

Safer for my grandchildren.

8/5/2021 4:37 AM

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Very peaceful

8/5/2021 4:17 AM

202

Central location, lots of options for activities for people of all ages.

8/5/2021 3:40 AM

203

A nice variety of playground items 😊

8/5/2021 3:26 AM

204

The kids love the playground and the football field and track. However, over the past couple of years the condition of the field, track, and playground have deteriorated and we have to be careful when we take our kids there. We have found broken glass, discarded garbage, sharp objects, and graffiti. In the winter we love using the hills to sled too! Also, many of the other parks have metal playground equipment which can burn in the summer when kids play on it so they don’t really like to go to some of them.

8/4/2021 9:50 PM

205

Variety of activities

8/4/2021 9:39 PM

206

The events

8/4/2021 8:59 PM

207

Lots if memories here

8/4/2021 8:30 PM

208

The history of the field. It will be a shame if they decide to move the field to the High School Campus. Talk about throwing tradition down the drain!!

8/4/2021 6:28 PM

209

We are there for baseball games and the kids enjoy the playground

8/4/2021 5:58 PM

210

Optimist river walk. It's a nice place to walk away from the traffic of cars

8/4/2021 5:20 PM

211

It’s in walking distance

8/4/2021 5:10 PM

212

Better updated playground

8/4/2021 4:12 PM

213

Nice walk

8/4/2021 3:49 PM

214

Closeness to home

8/4/2021 2:52 PM

215

river view

8/4/2021 12:29 PM

216

Great for walking and since I am a little older the restroom close by. During the winter we take our grandkids snow tubing on the hills

8/4/2021 12:00 PM

217

Track, playground, riverwalk is right there

8/4/2021 9:38 AM

218

I live on it

8/4/2021 9:37 AM

219

It has a fenced off play area for my almost 2 year old to stay safe and confined to one place.

8/4/2021 9:21 AM

220

It’s just nice

8/4/2021 8:54 AM

221

One of the few parks that has a good amount of equipment for 0-3 years old where in not worried about them falling off 15 feet in the air. they are able to climb most of it themselves giving them more enjoyment.

8/4/2021 8:37 AM

222

Because you can bring bike and utilize the track and river walk as well as play at the beautiful park that is designed for kids of all ages! And there are bathrooms and picnic tables!

8/4/2021 8:24 AM

223

Big facility but needs improvement

8/4/2021 8:21 AM

224

Best playground combined with athletic facilities

8/4/2021 7:28 AM

225

Built and funded by the community! Lots of activities.

8/4/2021 7:14 AM

226

It has the most variety of things to do for the kids, and the river walk is nice.

8/4/2021 7:08 AM

227

It’s my kids’ favorite

8/4/2021 6:54 AM

228

Because the equipment my grand daughter can climb on

8/4/2021 6:53 AM

229

Because it is more shaded

8/4/2021 6:35 AM

230

Peaceful place to walk

8/4/2021 6:13 AM

231

Has the most to offer, and the war memorial, adds a touch of class,.

8/4/2021 4:44 AM

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Childhood legacy. Has the most to offer besides outdoor water fun

8/4/2021 2:44 AM

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Ball diamonds and playground

8/4/2021 1:23 AM

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It has playground equipment for my 4 year old to play and is large enough for her to get excitement

8/4/2021 12:56 AM

235

Shade trees

8/4/2021 12:06 AM

236

We rent this park out for birthday parties and it’s close to our house.

8/3/2021 11:43 PM

237

Grandkids like playground!!

8/3/2021 11:06 PM

238

Most variety

8/3/2021 11:03 PM

239

it's a beautiful looking area with the river and path with benches and trees. if you design a walking bridge over the water would be nice.

8/3/2021 10:02 PM

240

There’s a lot of memories and and the river walk gives everyone something to do

8/3/2021 9:59 PM

241

Open and able to see where the kids are at all times

8/3/2021 9:55 PM

242

We can walk track while our kids play tennis

8/3/2021 9:49 PM

243

A variety of opportunities for our family. Just hesitate some times with ‘grouped’ people there.

8/3/2021 9:48 PM

244

Playground equipment for my grandkids!

8/3/2021 9:35 PM

245

Newest, clean, great playground for younger children

8/3/2021 9:29 PM

246

The park has clean, up to date equipment.

8/3/2021 9:28 PM

247

Great for kids. I can utilize the track for exercise while kids play at park.

8/3/2021 9:11 PM

248

Location, upkeep, variety of playground equipment, access to football field, track, tennis, basketball, etc and beautiful setting. Usually good upkeep.

8/3/2021 8:54 PM

249

It is across from my grandma's house and we use the baseball field during parties with the young cousins.

8/3/2021 8:52 PM

250

Nice shelter and bathrooms

8/3/2021 8:51 PM

251

Proximity

8/3/2021 8:48 PM

252

So peaceful to walk on

8/3/2021 8:46 PM

253

Located near the track for walking.

8/3/2021 8:42 PM

254

Scenery, nice smooth path for biking and rollerblading, it’s connected to Morrissey so we often visit both in one visit

8/3/2021 8:41 PM

255

Love the track and the river walk

8/3/2021 8:34 PM

256

Playground for my children

8/3/2021 8:34 PM

257

Our grandchildren love the playground. We also walk the track/river walk area.

8/3/2021 8:33 PM

258

It has the most SAFE options for my kids to play on. The kids like Nennig too, but there are so many safety hazards there that I don’t like taking them there.

8/3/2021 8:32 PM

259

Playground is nice and I can walk around teack

8/3/2021 8:25 PM

260

Big area, not much really to offer elsewhere same old stuff

8/3/2021 8:24 PM

261

Because of the options to play tennis, basketball, ride bike around the track, walk around the track, use the playground equipment, sled in the winter, have a picnic, etc

8/3/2021 8:17 PM

262

Most variety of services.

8/3/2021 8:16 PM

263

Concerts in the park!

8/3/2021 8:12 PM

264

I have fond memories there with my family.

8/3/2021 8:08 PM

265

Availability of younger and older kids’ activities. Nennig Park- Supporter of the All Abilities Playground with the Kolbe Family

8/3/2021 8:08 PM

266

The ball diamonds are great they just need lights so kids can play longer and make up rain

8/3/2021 8:03 PM

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Riverwalk!

8/3/2021 8:02 PM

268

More for the kids to do

8/3/2021 7:55 PM

269

Has nice picnic area and lots of options for play ground

8/3/2021 7:54 PM

270

It's the newest and has an area for younger children

8/3/2021 7:49 PM

271

It has the most equipment

8/3/2021 7:46 PM

272

The best one and not ghetto like morrissey

8/3/2021 7:45 PM

273

The River. Good walking and cross country skiing.

8/3/2021 7:45 PM

274

Close to my house. Decent playground

8/3/2021 7:42 PM

275

Kids love the equipment

8/3/2021 7:35 PM

276

Multiple activities possible.

8/3/2021 7:30 PM

277

Love the whole location and that it is right by the river walk and the library

8/3/2021 7:26 PM

278

Concession facility is first class!

8/3/2021 7:25 PM

279

My kids like the playground there the best.

8/3/2021 7:24 PM

280

We love walking and biking the track. The kids love the playground. River Walk is my favorite.

8/3/2021 7:22 PM

281

Peaceful, near Morrissey Park & the track

8/3/2021 7:17 PM

282

Walk the track or river walk. Kids use the play ground.

8/3/2021 7:15 PM

283

The playground

8/3/2021 7:13 PM

284

Enjoy the river.

8/3/2021 7:08 PM

285

I like to walk around the river

8/3/2021 7:05 PM

286

Close and enjoyable equipment

8/3/2021 6:33 PM

287

It's closest with the most to do.

8/3/2021 6:33 PM

288

Winter sledding

8/3/2021 6:28 PM

289

We use the playground equipment, soccer fields, restrooms and riverwalk…most diversity in things to do.

8/3/2021 6:26 PM

290

Track for walking

8/3/2021 6:24 PM

291

Great for walking, running and walking the dog

8/3/2021 6:22 PM

292

Variety of amenities

8/3/2021 6:19 PM

293

It’s quiet, the kids like crayfishing.

8/3/2021 6:08 PM

294

Playground equipment, bathrooms

8/3/2021 6:05 PM

295

It's close to home

8/3/2021 5:58 PM

296

My kids like the castle

8/3/2021 5:55 PM

297

NICE VIEW

8/3/2021 5:47 PM

298

Kids like it the best

8/3/2021 5:45 PM

299

Lots of playground equipment for my grandkids

8/3/2021 5:44 PM

300

Closest to our location

8/3/2021 5:39 PM

301

Big enough to have fun for more than 10 minutes

8/3/2021 5:34 PM

302

Playground

8/3/2021 5:30 PM

303

Most mature trees,(shade) pavilion, ample parking.

8/3/2021 5:30 PM

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Within walking distance for my kids.

8/3/2021 5:21 PM

305

Best playground equipment for my 4 & 6 year old

8/3/2021 5:19 PM

306

Memories

8/3/2021 5:15 PM

307

Because I own one of the homes that border the park

8/3/2021 5:14 PM

308

Close to home

8/3/2021 5:10 PM

309

Equipment variety.

8/3/2021 5:00 PM

310

River walk, location, and playground equipment for younger children

8/3/2021 4:53 PM

311

History, beauty

8/3/2021 4:52 PM

312

River walk and park

8/3/2021 4:47 PM

313

Right behind our house so it is very convenient.

8/3/2021 4:45 PM

314

It’s close by. Playground for the kids and walking trail by the river.

8/3/2021 4:41 PM

315

Baseball all summer

8/3/2021 4:37 PM

316

None

8/3/2021 4:34 PM

317

The adult gliders/swings

8/3/2021 4:30 PM

318

I like the walking trails

8/3/2021 4:29 PM

319

Updated equipment and nice restrooms

8/3/2021 4:27 PM

320

There is a wide variety of things to do and the park is well maintained

8/3/2021 4:25 PM

321

Walking the River walk

8/3/2021 4:25 PM

322

The River views

8/3/2021 4:18 PM

323

More things to do here with the playground, football field and the Riverwalk

8/3/2021 4:14 PM

324

Middle of town and biggest

8/3/2021 4:13 PM

325

Enjoy walking and biking on the Riverwalk

8/3/2021 4:11 PM

326

Children

8/3/2021 4:03 PM

327

The nicest

8/3/2021 3:57 PM

328

Kids playground/activity areas

8/3/2021 3:53 PM

329

The playground

8/3/2021 3:52 PM

330

Close by(walking distance) variety of areas for the children to use, football field, soccer field, track,basketball court and play ground

8/3/2021 3:51 PM

331

Best playground for my child

8/3/2021 3:46 PM

332

Nice shelter and restrooms.

8/3/2021 3:45 PM

333

Baseball diamonds

8/3/2021 3:42 PM

334

Clean nice set up restrooms play equipment for kids an close to hospital if hurt

8/3/2021 3:40 PM

335

Large park and plenty of space for picnics

8/3/2021 3:38 PM

336

playground equipment

8/3/2021 3:37 PM

337

Close to home

8/3/2021 3:33 PM

338

This park is my kids favorite there’s a lot to do there some thing for everyone. Morrissey park was once a very nice park until I got over ran by teenagers and kids that get in trouble into things they shouldn’t very disappointed in how this park has turned out

8/3/2021 3:30 PM

339

Cleanest

8/3/2021 3:27 PM

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It is the closest one and I love the memorial. The only thing is everything is so old and looks as if it would break. Plus there are alot of wasp nests.

8/3/2021 3:24 PM

341

Close to our house

8/3/2021 3:22 PM

342

It's close, and a nice walk.

8/3/2021 3:16 PM

343

Closets to my home

8/3/2021 3:15 PM

344

Kids play rec ball there and seems to have the most things allotted over the entire area.

8/3/2021 3:14 PM

345

Peaceful

8/3/2021 3:09 PM

346

Larger area with more choices

8/3/2021 3:04 PM

347

Concerts and the river

8/3/2021 3:02 PM

348

I live REALLY close

8/3/2021 2:58 PM

349

Nice view of Chilton.

8/3/2021 2:52 PM

350

it has food and brings the community together with events and things to do

8/3/2021 2:51 PM

351

It’s under the trees and a swing for adults and tables too.

8/3/2021 2:42 PM

352

Quiet, nice slides for toddlers

8/3/2021 2:41 PM

353

I enjoy the walking trail

8/3/2021 2:39 PM

354

It's beautiful sight and always clean

8/3/2021 2:38 PM

355

Most things available

8/3/2021 2:37 PM

356

Lots to play on

8/3/2021 2:36 PM

357

Baseball and other fun fund raising things

8/3/2021 2:34 PM

358

Nicest facilities lots of space

8/3/2021 2:32 PM

359

Fishing access

8/3/2021 2:29 PM

360

Proximity

8/3/2021 2:29 PM

361

More for kids to do

8/3/2021 2:27 PM

362

Good playground for my two toddlers

8/3/2021 2:24 PM

363

Because it's big.

8/3/2021 2:24 PM

364

Ball

8/3/2021 2:23 PM

365

No sand

8/3/2021 2:16 PM

366

Most options for little ones than other parks. I just wish there would be more benches around the park to sit and watch my kids. Feel it’s pretty limited. Also I enjoy the view of the river walk area from the park.

8/3/2021 2:16 PM

367

It has bathrooms along with the most updated playground equipment.

8/3/2021 2:14 PM

368

Love the Riverwalk and big playground!

8/3/2021 2:13 PM

369

Closest to home. The kids seem to love it!

8/3/2021 2:11 PM

370

Clean and many activities

8/3/2021 2:10 PM

371

Very nice playground for my daughter

8/3/2021 2:08 PM

372

We love that there is a tot spot for our small children.

8/3/2021 2:07 PM

373

-Baseball diamonds -Spacious -Shaded areas (trees) -Buildings for events

8/3/2021 2:07 PM

374

More to do and then is no sand.

8/3/2021 2:07 PM

375

Riverwalk. Nice playground equipment

8/3/2021 2:06 PM

376

Nicest for all ages

8/3/2021 2:06 PM

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Its the nicest

8/3/2021 2:04 PM

378

More for kids to do

8/3/2021 2:03 PM

379

Playground and soccer fields

8/3/2021 2:02 PM

380

Close to home. And the river view is nice

8/3/2021 2:01 PM

381

The diamonds

8/3/2021 1:59 PM

382

That’s where my kids’ activities always are!

8/3/2021 1:57 PM

383

Tree covering and the river. Also not a lot of other people.

8/3/2021 1:57 PM

384

Ball diamonds available and playground equipment.

8/3/2021 1:56 PM

385

Family friendly. Nice facilities. Well maintained.

8/3/2021 1:10 PM

386

Most things to do for big and small children

8/3/2021 1:08 PM

387

Playground and riverwalk and greenspace

8/3/2021 1:02 PM

388

It has a walking path along the river. I also like the country feel even though its in the city. A walking path away from the road that makes it feel different than just walking on the sidewalks.. The memorial trees and benches are a great thing.

8/3/2021 10:50 AM

389

playground equipment

8/3/2021 9:30 AM

390

it is the newest and most updated. i much prefer the location of nennig park and would love to see that completely redone - it's a beautiful area with big space that could really use an upgrade (aside from what matt kolbe's park will be), i think we should completely redo the entire area!

8/3/2021 9:01 AM

391

sporting events

8/3/2021 6:05 AM

392

It offers the most.

8/2/2021 7:30 PM

393

Memories of Football

8/2/2021 6:59 PM

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Q17 Do you have any concerns about safety or accessibility in any of our parks? Answered: 475

Skipped: 223

Yes

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

22.74%

108

77.26%

367

TOTAL

475

IF YES, PLEASE DESCRIBE THE NAME OF THE PARK AND THE CONCERN.

DATE

Lack of chips on surface of playgrounds, playground equipment gets too hot bc of lack protective covering, lack of sand. Klinkner and cleanliness of sand, condition of equipment. Morrisey.

8/31/2021 11:27 AM

River Park. with the flow of water, sometimes very swift in Spring and after heavy rains could be a threat of safety to younger children or older children who like to explore get swept away before anyone could reach them. More equipment or paint the rusted ones there.

8/31/2021 10:51 AM

any and all of the parks with walking spaces need resting spots. i am post double lung transplant and sometimes suddenly my body gets overwhelmed and instead of sitting in the ground, it would be nice to have benches (maybe dedication or adopted benches? the cystic fibrosis foundation would be a good fit for a sponsored bench)

8/28/2021 2:06 PM

Morrissey Park was such a great park but it is becoming really dirty. My kids have found concerning items while we have been there. I felt bad for the city worker that was coming to clean up the park that one day.

8/26/2021 4:28 AM

There has been a lot of nasty stuff found down my throat track and at Morrissey park

8/24/2021 8:53 PM

After dark, older kids are hanging out in the park, especially Morrisey.

8/23/2021 9:59 AM

Used to walk the Riverwalk Park ion the evening but not anymore.

8/22/2021 8:24 AM

Morrissey for my reasons listed in the previous question.

8/19/2021 8:33 AM

Need more parking off street

8/18/2021 5:30 PM

Morrissey Park - after dark older 'kids' using equipment; Optimist Riverwalk - I have seen 'kids hiding' in Library rear stairwell and under bridge; County Fairgrounds Park - too remote to visit after dark

8/18/2021 12:50 PM

Some of the equipment is getting old and need a little TLC. They also need either sand wood

8/18/2021 7:54 AM

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Would like them to be lit up a be more.

8/17/2021 5:04 PM

Morissey Park

8/16/2021 6:19 PM

Dogs should not be allowed to run loose in the parks. Several dog owners allow their dogs to run in the baseball diamond, but never pick up their dog poop.

8/16/2021 2:10 PM

We like morrisey but there are too many blind spots when playing with different age groups

8/15/2021 8:27 AM

As stated above, Hobert is a great location but it can be difficult for those in wheelchairs to get around, the concessions stand has no running water, is poorly powered and when contrast with Nenning, is a wonder why anyone would prefer it.

8/12/2021 9:51 AM

At quiet a few parks there have been shattered glass on some of the play areas. My daughter has had to have glass pulled from her palm due to falling on the tracks.

8/11/2021 2:10 PM

To many punk kids hanging around causing trouble with older people

8/11/2021 8:30 AM

There have been several occasions where Morrissey Park has young adults using inappropriate language, playing loud music and threatening to start fights on the basketball courts when my family and I were attending soccer practice/games. It makes it uncomfortable to be in a park with these behaviors.

8/11/2021 7:01 AM

Have found needles at Morrissey Park, dirty and usually is a bees nest everytime we go.

8/11/2021 6:26 AM

Morrissey Park is in disrepair. The netting and bridges are ripped. Garbage is collecting in the crevasses. The wood beams are cracking, ect.

8/10/2021 7:29 PM

Some of the parks need to be monitored more or have cameras installed. We have amazing parks in our city and some are not the safest environment for our children.

8/9/2021 6:45 PM

Morrissey Park is not a park to be at after dark. There is too much crime and vandalism that occurs. Too many areas to hide and be doing illegal things. This is really sad, because it is a nice park for all ages.

8/9/2021 3:52 PM

Cameras should be used and monitored more in all parks that have that option available. Lots of parents allow their children to these parks alone. If the parents aren’t going to monitor the safety of the children the city needs to try their best.

8/9/2021 11:48 AM

Dangerous litter (sharp objects etc)

8/9/2021 8:59 AM

At Morrissey park, an updated track is needed

8/8/2021 6:54 PM

Morrissey, knives found in the track while the school was practicing for track

8/8/2021 6:53 PM

We have tried to go to riverside park several times and end up having to leave. There have been wasps all over in the sand there. It is also hard to have younger kids at that park with the giant slide.

8/8/2021 3:38 PM

That they would be monitored better for vandalism and equipment updated/fixed if it becomes broken. Riverside park on Grand St specifically needs work.

8/8/2021 1:22 PM

Track at Morrisey

8/8/2021 11:11 AM

Keeping the smoking away from the play area!!!!

8/8/2021 10:19 AM

I have heard bad things about drugs at Morrisey park

8/8/2021 10:01 AM

Morrissey park has problems with kids especially girls being harassed by others. Been a huge problem that needs attention. Needs more oversight or security.

8/8/2021 9:56 AM

Damage to school property at Morrissey. Sidewalks on all sides of streets to walk safely to parks within city.

8/8/2021 9:14 AM

Track ... the other parks (besides Morrissey) are just "blah"

8/8/2021 8:55 AM

Lighting in some of them along with upkeep

8/8/2021 8:48 AM

Upkeep of parks Maintenance of Morrisey Lighting Safety at Morrisey

8/8/2021 8:29 AM

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Lack of sand/materials around equipment

8/8/2021 8:22 AM

Vandalism and dangerous items at Morrissey park

8/8/2021 8:19 AM

They need to be disability friendly.

8/7/2021 9:54 AM

Morrissey had lots of unfriendly gatherings

8/6/2021 8:52 AM

Most of the equipment at the city parks are not maintained.

8/5/2021 7:57 PM

I wish bathrooms were open longer during the year. As for safety, I think the cameras go a long way to reduce vandalism and make patrons feel safe. I'd add cameras to parks to the extent possible.

8/5/2021 10:02 AM

Vandalism

8/5/2021 8:21 AM

Track condition at Morissey and safety. A lot of time and money was raised to develop this park however, it has become unsafe. City needs to take over this area completely and the school needs to move the football field to the school property.

8/5/2021 8:10 AM

I’ve heard of vandalism and damage and late night goings on at Morissey

8/5/2021 8:10 AM

Other than morrisey and nennig, I don’t know where the others are. Most are just tiny pieces of property that look nice but have no reason to visit.

8/5/2021 7:27 AM

Morrisey has teenage groups hanging about.

8/5/2021 7:24 AM

The behavior at Morissey park.

8/5/2021 7:03 AM

Morrisey is by not watched enough and brings the wrong kids their. Needles and condoms were found.

8/5/2021 6:38 AM

Nenning park is has structurally poor playground equipment. Cement pieces are visible and dangerous. None of our parks in chilton are inclusive for children with varying disabilities.

8/5/2021 6:24 AM

Some of the railings at Morrissey Park are old are rusty and my son cut his hand on one

8/5/2021 5:58 AM

Morissey and Klinkner are unclean.

8/5/2021 4:40 AM

Morrisey often has a large amount of garbage and recycling left on the playgrounds. We have found cigarettes, broken beer bottles, cans, and other sharp objects all around the playground and field.

8/4/2021 9:55 PM

Grand street : water safety Morrise : drug paraphernalia

8/4/2021 9:52 PM

There is always going to be problems at parks and public locations. However, I've never felt unsafe at a Chilton park. Sure there have been issues with broken glass at parks but that's bound to happen literally anywhere. No different than kids playing in the streets. There is always going to be a risk.

8/4/2021 6:34 PM

Old playground equipment in all parks

8/4/2021 12:48 PM

Disabled community

8/4/2021 9:41 AM

I think any park has its own risks if kids fall etc.

8/4/2021 8:40 AM

Klinkner park is outdated and the equipment is falling apart and/or doesn’t work.

8/4/2021 7:13 AM

Not a huge concern because I keep an eye on my kids, but there is two parks pretty close to the river.

8/3/2021 11:46 PM

Lighting at night at Morrisey is too dark and sparse.

8/3/2021 11:40 PM

Moressy has some dangerous gang things going on

8/3/2021 10:36 PM

Mentioned previously at Morrisy.

8/3/2021 9:51 PM

Some of the equipment at Nennig Park is outdated and not exactly safe for littles.

8/3/2021 9:36 PM

Wasps at park near water street. Some equipment not kept up at Benning and possibly other parks.

8/3/2021 8:58 PM

A lot of the equipment is outdated and not kept up.

8/3/2021 8:54 PM

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Nennig park is incredibly unsafe. The sand area is full of these little bees, there is cement sticking out of the sand in places, the equipment is old and not well maintained, and it’s all metal so kids have gotten burned. My kids like it there, but I rarely take them because it isn’t safe.

8/3/2021 8:37 PM

Morrissey Park does not seem taking care of and there is always garbage laying around. The track surface is rough in spots.

8/3/2021 8:21 PM

I worry about the football field. The public access makes school events hard and dangerous.

8/3/2021 8:14 PM

Hard to have kids with special needs access all equipment and activities.

8/3/2021 8:10 PM

Morissey Park. Creepy Adult men playing basketball with explicit music at the basketball court and kids just hanging round the park and making it uncomfortable for the kids that should be there

8/3/2021 7:21 PM

Not enough bark around playground equipment

8/3/2021 7:14 PM

At Morrissey Park right now below the slides,swings there is bare ground, muddy when it rains, badly in need of bark, not sure if any has been added since the park started. Also the sand pit has never had any sand put in since it started and that is 13 years.

8/3/2021 6:37 PM

We wanted to use Hobart Park for a youth softball practice and were told it would cost $100. I was amazed that we would be charged to use a park in a City we pay A LOT for taxes. ?? Where does our $$ go???

8/3/2021 6:16 PM

Morissey park is a huge concern. I do not take my children there or let them go there with friends. There is too much inappropriate stuff that goes on their (vaping, etc) with middle schoolers and teenagers. It is not a safe park in my opinion which is unfortunate because the playground equipment is very nice.

8/3/2021 6:12 PM

Vandalism at any park

8/3/2021 6:06 PM

They just need to updated. Add wood chips and some of the equipment is broken.

8/3/2021 6:00 PM

Morrissey so many unattended children that are not being good and garbage, glass bottles and other items found

8/3/2021 5:37 PM

Nennig Parks equipment is not safe

8/3/2021 5:21 PM

Hispanic’s taking over the parks - very intimidating. Yes, they have every rite to these parks, but need to share. I have not been to a park lately, due to Covid and such. Things may have changed.

8/3/2021 5:01 PM

Steepness of the hill at Morrisey

8/3/2021 4:50 PM

The track and football field need to be repaired the parking is an issue for all sporting events

8/3/2021 4:32 PM

Night time activity in parks

8/3/2021 4:27 PM

Morrissey park seems like it could use more police patrols to prevent issues.

8/3/2021 4:17 PM

Limited parking at most parks

8/3/2021 4:15 PM

Being told not to let my children go without supervision at any point and time to Morrisy park.

8/3/2021 3:56 PM

The playground equipment at Morissey park could use attention and additional wood chips.

8/3/2021 3:54 PM

Morrissey Park has been hit with a lot of teenagers and random people on daily occurrences that are using drugs and hang out they’re making it not safe for children I for one do not feel safe bringing my three kids there alone nonetheless at all as of right now knowing that the residents that live around the park have security cameras up because of vandalism that’s happened and knowing the different people that go to the park I will not visit that park at any point for my children are in my care

8/3/2021 3:31 PM

Any of the parks have alot of druggie or sketchy people walking around and no cops near to protect anyone. People have even had sex on the equipment at Morrissey.

8/3/2021 3:27 PM

Parking at Nennig during ball games. Bathroom facilities at Nennig especially during ball games. The lack of lighting at Nennig after ball games if they go late - not just on the diamonds, but alos the parks lots. The track at Morrisey.

8/3/2021 3:20 PM

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Our parks, after dark seem to attract the drug user/sellers. Need some kind of system to clean that up.

8/3/2021 3:18 PM

None are really handicapped accessible.

8/3/2021 3:14 PM

Drug deals happen at Morissay Park. Cleanliness there too

8/3/2021 3:02 PM

Track is unsafe.

8/3/2021 2:59 PM

Parking for Nennig park is terrible. For all the grandmas and grandpas that like to watch e kids play it’s hard to get there early enough to not have to walk so far. Maybe a simple senior citizen parking area would fix the problem. Not all older folks have handicap capped stickers but don’t really want to walk that far either

8/3/2021 2:37 PM

Morrissey – late night activity on the basketball courts,

8/3/2021 2:32 PM

Dangerous for handicap parking

8/3/2021 2:25 PM

Nenig Park equipment is getting rusty.

8/3/2021 2:25 PM

100

Most of the parks have sand in the child play area - making that not wheelchair accessible.

8/3/2021 2:10 PM

101

Morrissey: many older, disrespectful kids, not easy for adults/police to monitor, especially the basketball court area. Often find inappropriate items lying around.

8/3/2021 2:01 PM

102

There needs to be more accessible playground equipment.

8/3/2021 1:57 PM

103

We took our granddaughter to Morrisey Park on a couple occasions recently. Each time there were several Hispanic adults (without children) just hanging out there. Just felt "shady" for lack of better words.

8/3/2021 1:11 PM

104

Maybe. Tall old slides.

8/3/2021 1:06 PM

105

Nennig Park - equipment is VERY old, rusted. My son's shorts were actually full of rust stains after leaving there. the slides are unsafe, wobbly, really truly needs an update badly!

8/3/2021 9:03 AM

106

Unsafe garbage laying around

8/3/2021 9:01 AM

107

Crime

8/2/2021 9:53 PM

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Skipped: 215

City of Chilton Parks

Calumet County Parks

State Parks, Forests or...

Town Parks

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Friendship Trail

Fox River State Trail

Solomon Trail

10%

3 or more ti… 0 times in t…

20%

30%

40%

1-2 times p…

50%

60%

1-2 times p…

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70%

80%

90%

1-2 times p…

100%

Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey 3 OR MORE TIMES PER WEEK City of Chilton Parks

1-2 TIMES PER WEEK

1-2 TIMES PER MONTH

1-2 TIMES PER YEAR

0 TIMES IN THE PAST YEAR

TOTAL

WEIGHTED AVERAGE

20.95% 101

27.80% 134

35.48% 171

12.24% 59

3.53% 17

482

1.98

4.40% 21

9.22% 44

29.14% 139

40.67% 194

16.56% 79

477

2.69

State Parks, Forests or Natural Areas

3.37% 16

4.21% 20

26.53% 126

40.63% 193

25.26% 120

475

2.88

Town Parks

5.66% 26

7.63% 35

17.21% 79

22.88% 105

46.62% 214

459

3.10

1.99% 9

1.10% 5

9.05% 41

14.57% 66

73.29% 332

453

3.59

1.31% 6

0.87% 4

6.11% 28

11.79% 54

79.91% 366

458

3.70

0.67% 3

0.22% 1

2.68% 12

7.59% 34

88.84% 398

448

3.85

Calumet County Parks

Friendship Trail Fox River State Trail Solomon Trail

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

Greenbush Recreational Trails and High Cliff Trails

8/31/2021 11:40 AM

We need a bike path connecting Hilbert and New Holstein!!!

8/18/2021 12:50 PM

Ledge View Nature Center Trails

8/8/2021 7:46 PM

I dont know most of these locations!

8/8/2021 10:01 AM

New Holstein aquatic center

8/6/2021 8:51 PM

Ledgeview

8/5/2021 7:24 AM

Used city parks several times a week when kids were younger.

8/3/2021 8:58 PM

We just run on the road...

8/3/2021 6:00 PM

use lots of trails in nearby cities

8/3/2021 4:15 PM

We use ledge view mostly

8/3/2021 3:27 PM

We wish this trail was connected to Chilton. We would utilize it frequently.

8/3/2021 2:10 PM

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Q19 Do you or members of your household commonly (an average of at least once per month) drive somewhere outside of the City of Chilton to use specific recreational facilities? Answered: 476

Skipped: 222

Yes

10%

20%

30%

40%

50%

60%

70%

80%

90%

100%

ANSWER CHOICES

RESPONSES

Yes

64.50%

307

35.50%

169

TOTAL

476

IF YES, PLEASE SPECIFY WHERE YOU GO AND FOR WHAT ACTIVITIES/FACILITIES.

DATE

New Holstein Pool

8/31/2021 12:22 PM

softball, soccer, elementary games

8/31/2021 12:05 PM

Greenbush Recreational Trails and High Cliff Trails

8/31/2021 11:40 AM

we use the hilbert park for easy access

8/28/2021 2:06 PM

Sherwood, splash pad in Neenah and New Holstein pool, brillion indoor pool and splash pad.

8/26/2021 7:05 AM

New Holstein Pool, Manitowoc Bike trail, Heckrod wildlife area.

8/26/2021 4:28 AM

New holstein to Kiel trail

8/24/2021 9:40 PM

My son is taken to the Sherwood splash pad often by his grandma and babysitter

8/24/2021 8:53 PM

Northern Wisconsin waterfall trails

8/24/2021 4:40 AM

Splash pad Sherwood, Menasha outdoor swimpool Jefferson Park

8/21/2021 12:10 AM

We try out new places everywhere! We love kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing, running, and many sports

8/19/2021 8:33 AM

We go north to enjoy things the city of Chilton fails to offer on a weekly basis, whether it’s utilizing the thousands of dollars spent on atvs and utvs that seem to be a problem for the city of Chilton, we go to play hockey and ice skate in Holland town, because Chilton failed miserably with the slush rink by the old highschool, we go walking on the friendship trail. Chilton currently is a place where people go home to sleep, but as soon as they wake up to do anything recreational they leave town.

8/19/2021 1:40 AM

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Hiking various trails

8/18/2021 10:19 PM

Sherwood for the splash pad. New holstein for the aquatic center.

8/18/2021 9:07 PM

Ledgeview Nature

8/18/2021 5:30 PM

Ledgeview Nature Center, High Cliff State Park, Fox River trail (for walking and biking)

8/18/2021 5:05 PM

Neenah splash pad. It’s free and has an awesome park. Sherwood splash pad also free and nice park. The mix of a splash pad and park is a great idea!

8/18/2021 2:34 PM

Bike trails, LedgeView

8/18/2021 12:50 PM

New Holstein Waterpark, would LOVE if Chilton would have something similar.

8/18/2021 9:37 AM

We leave the area for good swimming

8/18/2021 9:13 AM

Little Elkhart lake

8/18/2021 8:57 AM

All over, trail bike riding

8/18/2021 8:48 AM

Kiel parks

8/18/2021 7:54 AM

Bike trails

8/18/2021 6:39 AM

Sherwood splash pads, new Holstein aquatic center,

8/17/2021 9:31 PM

Golf in the valley

8/17/2021 8:28 PM

bike and nature trails in the Fox cities.

8/17/2021 5:04 PM

Parents' home town of Manawa; there is a long walking/biking trail along the river through a forest from one end of town to the other

8/17/2021 1:14 PM

Biking trails

8/16/2021 6:19 PM

We go to State Parks to hike.

8/16/2021 2:10 PM

Fritse Park Menasha- park with exercise equipment.

8/15/2021 8:17 PM

Splash pads swimming

8/15/2021 8:27 AM

Hiking at High Cliff and walking along the beach at Kohler-Andrae State Park.

8/12/2021 6:09 PM

we go to high cliff state park to hike or we go to kohler andre state park to swim

8/12/2021 2:44 PM

We go to Sheboygan's parks often and access Elkhart Lake.

8/12/2021 9:51 AM

State Parks - hiking, camping

8/12/2021 9:40 AM

Dog parks, kayaking, and camping

8/11/2021 8:04 PM

Splash pad in Sherwood. New Holstein outdoor pool and brilliant community center.

8/11/2021 2:10 PM

Often to nature walks, pools, and canoeing on more open rivers.

8/11/2021 12:12 PM

State Parks Ice Age Trail

8/11/2021 8:02 AM

hike/visit other areas of Wisconsin

8/11/2021 6:45 AM

Splash pad

8/11/2021 5:38 AM

New Holstein Langenfeld pond & pool

8/11/2021 4:37 AM

Sherwood splash pad/park, New Holstein aquatic center/park, various hiking trails in different parks

8/10/2021 7:29 PM

Sunder, ice age center, sheboygan marsh to see wild life, manitowoc for the zoo.

8/10/2021 4:39 PM

Lakes to kayak on.

8/10/2021 3:39 PM

Outagamie Dog Park, self explanatory.

8/10/2021 1:14 PM

Brillion for their rec programs, cheaper than being a Chilton resident with more options.

8/10/2021 9:41 AM

New holstein outdoor pool

8/9/2021 8:37 PM

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New Holstein Aquatic Center and Brillion Community Center for swimming, etc.

8/9/2021 3:52 PM

Ledge park to walk, High cliff park to walk and site see, trail between forest junction and hilbert and forest junction and brillion, 1000 island nature center, new holstein park

8/9/2021 3:20 PM

Sherwood splash pad.

8/9/2021 11:48 AM

Calumet County Park, other parks in Manitowoc, Sheboygan

8/9/2021 8:59 AM

HFM Fitness Center in Manitowoc. They have an indoor walking path (perfect for winter), they also have a warm water pool (perfect for painful joints).

8/9/2021 8:19 AM

New Holstein civic park

8/9/2021 12:03 AM

Kiel dog park

8/8/2021 9:45 PM

Appleton riverfront walking trails. Door cty hiking walking trails

8/8/2021 8:34 PM

Manitowoc dog park, Appleton city trails

8/8/2021 7:46 PM

New Holstein outdoor pool

8/8/2021 7:33 PM

Hiking

8/8/2021 6:54 PM

Hiking

8/8/2021 6:53 PM

To play soccer, because there isn’t any soccer field in chilton

8/8/2021 6:31 PM

Officials Den, maytown tap, anchor lanes for volleyball court (sand)

8/8/2021 6:25 PM

Any pool

8/8/2021 4:52 PM

Area lakes for kayaking and paddle board

8/8/2021 4:05 PM

Splash pad in Sherwood or at the brillion recreation center. Beach access at Wolf lake or Kohler Andre State Park

8/8/2021 3:38 PM

Sand Volleyball courts - Appleton Pickle ball- Appleton

8/8/2021 1:09 PM

State Parks Hiking, biking, kayaking, snow shoeing, swimming

8/8/2021 12:11 PM

Biking trails in fond du lac

8/8/2021 11:57 AM

Regularly drive to use Solomon trail that connects new Holstein to Kiel

8/8/2021 11:19 AM

Other city community centers/pools or splash pads for kids to be able to do something

8/8/2021 11:11 AM

Fond du lac, Appleton, depere

8/8/2021 11:11 AM

Brillion,water exercise and arthit is class in pool.

8/8/2021 11:04 AM

Hiking

8/8/2021 10:35 AM

ATV and snowmobile trails

8/8/2021 10:01 AM

State parks to hike and or bike

8/8/2021 9:56 AM

Sherwood- splash pad

8/8/2021 9:34 AM

Dog park- kiel

8/8/2021 9:21 AM

Sherwood Park and splash pad

8/8/2021 9:18 AM

Brilliant Nature Center. Ledgeview Park

8/8/2021 9:14 AM

New Holstein pool

8/8/2021 9:00 AM

Camping, hiking, etc.

8/8/2021 8:55 AM

Other state and county parks

8/8/2021 8:48 AM

Walking. Calumet County Park. Thousand Islands. Fox River Trails.

8/8/2021 8:47 AM

Appleton

8/8/2021 8:39 AM

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High Cliff State Park Calumet County Park

8/8/2021 8:29 AM

Dog park in Kiel

8/8/2021 8:28 AM

Stockbridge park for equipment and baseball

8/8/2021 8:22 AM

Outdoor pools, splash pads

8/8/2021 8:17 AM

Camping areas around the area

8/7/2021 5:08 PM

New Holstein - pool, Appleton - Ice Skating, Curling Rink, a town that I don't remember the name of - Skatepark

8/7/2021 9:54 AM

New Holstein

8/6/2021 8:51 PM

Hiking trails that are dog friendly and point beach state park for dog friendly beach and dog park in Kiel.

8/6/2021 8:52 AM

Splash pads and beaches

8/6/2021 7:35 AM

Appleton ice rinks New Holstein pool

8/5/2021 7:57 PM

We go to brillion and sherwood for their splash pads and green bay for the ice skating. We also go to appleton qnd New holstein for the outdoor pools. with slides. And appleton and kiel for dog parks.

8/5/2021 6:29 PM

Hayton Park

8/5/2021 6:06 PM

Tennis courts in new holstein are much nicer. Also go there to use the pool.

8/5/2021 4:48 PM

dog park in kiel

8/5/2021 1:07 PM

100

Sherwood splash pad

8/5/2021 10:09 AM

101

New Holstein, Kiel, and other areas where there is a trail for biking or running.

8/5/2021 10:02 AM

102

My family goes to Appleton to walk, hike, swim outdoors, play disc golf. We go go different ranges go shoot

8/5/2021 9:58 AM

103

Sherwood -courts and splash pad

8/5/2021 9:54 AM

104

Appleton and Oshkosh for parks and splash pads

8/5/2021 9:38 AM

105

Splash pad, pool

8/5/2021 8:58 AM

106

Fox valley or Green Bay areas

8/5/2021 8:21 AM

107

New Holstein

8/5/2021 8:10 AM

108

Kayaking in Kiel

8/5/2021 8:10 AM

109

Anywhere that has a pool. Menasha, Appleton, new holstein, etc

8/5/2021 8:05 AM

110

Ledgeview, Highcliff, and Menasha nature trails

8/5/2021 7:31 AM

111

Parks with trails (high cliff,ledgeview) New Holstein for pool and Sherwood for splash pad. Fox river for bikes and ither state parks for walking, running. Kiel for soccer fields and pickle ball

8/5/2021 7:27 AM

112

Mariners trail Manitowoc. Walking and biking.

8/5/2021 7:24 AM

113

Kiel or Appleton for dog park

8/5/2021 7:03 AM

114

1000 Islands Environmental Center-walking Heckrodt Nature Center-walking High Cliff State Park-walking Calumet County Park-walking Green Bay Botanical Gardens Maritime Trail, Manitowoc Ledgeview Nature Center-walking Columbia Park, Fond du lac County Butterfly Gardens of Wisconsin Loop the Lake Trails-walking

8/5/2021 7:03 AM

115

Fond du Lac Lakeside Park, for the swim pad and the zipline. My son is 6 and loves them both!!

8/5/2021 6:39 AM

116

Outdoor pool in the summer. Hockey rink in the winter.

8/5/2021 6:24 AM

117

Husband drives to parks near Lake winnebago to fish. My son and I are always driving to New holstein for their pool

8/5/2021 5:58 AM

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Sherwood for the splash pad and hilbert for the pool

8/5/2021 5:15 AM

119

Splash Pad, playground equipment (wanick park)

8/4/2021 9:55 PM

120

Kaukauna parks to walk nature trails Kiel to use dog park

8/4/2021 9:52 PM

121

Ledge park

8/4/2021 8:31 PM

122

Two Rivers Beach

8/4/2021 6:34 PM

123

Baseball, soccer

8/4/2021 6:00 PM

124

Take our dog to Kiel so he can jump off the dock at the Sheboygan River

8/4/2021 5:13 PM

125

Splash pad, or water park

8/4/2021 2:54 PM

126

Sherwood splash pad and park. walk to trails there and use tennis courts.

8/4/2021 8:40 AM

127

Brillion, for park and trail use.

8/4/2021 8:26 AM

128

Sherwood Splash pad

8/4/2021 8:01 AM

129

The trail between new Holstein and kiel

8/4/2021 6:55 AM

130

Camp grounds

8/4/2021 6:39 AM

131

The walking trail between New Holstein and Kiel, because its dog friendly, and we have nothing, also ice skating in Hollandtown, because we haven't had anything decent since 2007

8/4/2021 4:50 AM

132

Public Outdoor pools. Trampoline parks. Kayaking. Kiel, Plymouth, new Holstein, fox cities

8/4/2021 2:47 AM

133

Sherwood for splash pad

8/4/2021 12:57 AM

134

Splash pad, swimming lessons

8/3/2021 11:48 PM

135

High Cliff to hike the trails. Go to Reedsville for disc golf.

8/3/2021 11:46 PM

136

Highcliff for hiking with my dog

8/3/2021 11:17 PM

137

Zoos

8/3/2021 11:08 PM

138

Appleton

8/3/2021 11:05 PM

139

Gym

8/3/2021 10:36 PM

140

Tressel in neenah

8/3/2021 10:06 PM

141

Splash pads

8/3/2021 9:36 PM

142

Out of town for outdoor pool/water activities, and outdoor fitness activities

8/3/2021 9:31 PM

143

Sherwood splash pad/park, NH or Manitowoc outdoor pools/splash pad, Brillion community center for indoor pool.

8/3/2021 9:14 PM

144

Outdoor Pool - New Holstein and Kaukauna

8/3/2021 9:02 PM

145

In summer, splash pads and outdoor aquatic centers, hiking trails, other city parks.

8/3/2021 8:58 PM

146

New Holstein pool

8/3/2021 8:52 PM

147

Sherwood splashpad

8/3/2021 8:50 PM

148

New holstein pool, sherwood splash pad

8/3/2021 8:50 PM

149

New Holstein Aquatic Center and Brillion Community Center. We love parks with hiking trails, so Calumet Cty Park, Cato Falls Cty Park, ect

8/3/2021 8:46 PM

150

Sherwood splash pad and walking trails.

8/3/2021 8:45 PM

151

Sherwood for the Splash Pad and park there. We use the New Holstein pool. We often go to Derks Park in Darboy.

8/3/2021 8:37 PM

152

Fond du lac park to ride the train and go on merry go round. Also use there park and splash pad.

8/3/2021 8:36 PM

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Splash pads, outdoor pools, archery ranges

8/3/2021 8:27 PM

154

Billion to the Friendship Trail to bike and Calumet County Park to play/hike.

8/3/2021 8:21 PM

155

Stockbridge, Sherwood, New Holstein for water park, splash pads

8/3/2021 8:17 PM

156

Children’s dance

8/3/2021 8:14 PM

157

Appleton, Fond du Lac - YMCA, gym, pool New Holstein outdoor pool

8/3/2021 8:10 PM

158

Brillion to ride bike on the Friendship trail.

8/3/2021 8:10 PM

159

Dog parks

8/3/2021 8:04 PM

160

New Holstein swim pool

8/3/2021 7:58 PM

161

Wanick chute park, playground

8/3/2021 7:58 PM

162

Usually meeting someone who lives else where

8/3/2021 7:57 PM

163

Calumet County Park, Ledgeview, Walla Hi Park

8/3/2021 7:52 PM

164

Atv trails

8/3/2021 7:48 PM

165

For swimming and dog park

8/3/2021 7:46 PM

166

Ice skating

8/3/2021 7:37 PM

167

Walk at ledge park or high cliff state park

8/3/2021 7:33 PM

168

Sherwood splash pad, high Cliff state park, fox river trail

8/3/2021 7:25 PM

169

Splash pad use

8/3/2021 7:14 PM

170

New Holstein Aquatic Center

8/3/2021 7:08 PM

171

Anywhere I can drive my ATV

8/3/2021 7:07 PM

172

Manitowoc

8/3/2021 6:58 PM

173

Kiel community center & programs, hiking trails in Brillion, several Ice Age Trailheads, Kettle Moraine trails - we often drive 30-45 min for hiking. Calumet County park for mountain biking.

8/3/2021 6:35 PM

174

County/state parks - camping, fishing, hiking, canoe/kayak, biking, kite flying, disc golf,

8/3/2021 6:31 PM

175

Appleton abs menasha parks

8/3/2021 6:27 PM

176

Fox River state trail for walking and running.

8/3/2021 6:25 PM

177

Dog park

8/3/2021 6:21 PM

178

New Holstein Pool Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac

8/3/2021 6:16 PM

179

High Cliff state park

8/3/2021 6:12 PM

180

New Holstein pool, Sherwood splash pad

8/3/2021 6:06 PM

181

Brillion community center- swim lessons and pool Parks in New Holstein and Brillion We got to ledgeview for walking trails

8/3/2021 6:00 PM

182

Brilliom community center and the heart of the valley ymca

8/3/2021 5:37 PM

183

Outdoor splash pads, bigger parks and outdoor pools.

8/3/2021 5:22 PM

184

Ledgeview to walk the trails

8/3/2021 5:21 PM

185

Brillion swimming pool & other rec programs

8/3/2021 5:21 PM

186

Splash pads, all-abilities playgrounds, aquatic centers

8/3/2021 4:56 PM

187

All over Cal. Co

8/3/2021 4:54 PM

188

Ledgeview, Heckrodt, Bay Beach Wildlife Reserve- hiking trails and the center

8/3/2021 4:50 PM

189

We often go out of town for use of a pool or the kids to play at a splashpad.

8/3/2021 4:46 PM

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Fox River State trail and High Cliff state park usually for walking/hiking.

8/3/2021 4:43 PM

191

Ledgview. And calumet county park

8/3/2021 4:32 PM

192

Sherwood splash pad, Brillion pool, new holstein pool

8/3/2021 4:28 PM

193

We drive to bicycling trails in Manitowoc, Two Rivers, and Neenah

8/3/2021 4:26 PM

194

We go out to abescher marsh to walk around

8/3/2021 4:17 PM

195

Bike Trails (New Holstein, Kiel, Green Bay, Greenleaf, High Cliff)

8/3/2021 4:15 PM

196

New Holstein pool

8/3/2021 4:04 PM

197

City of Appleton parks

8/3/2021 3:46 PM

198

Brillion nature center

8/3/2021 3:43 PM

199

New Holstein Kiwanis Park basketball courts and water park

8/3/2021 3:39 PM

200

At least once a week in the summer we go to the New Holstein pool, we go hiking at high Cliff State Park, and Calumet county

8/3/2021 3:31 PM

201

We go to Plymouth for the pool and splash pad. Plus they have better parks and trails.

8/3/2021 3:27 PM

202

To New Holstein for the Aquatic Center

8/3/2021 3:23 PM

203

We travel for sports so we like to utilize local city or county parks that don't cost too much but have a variety of activities, especially ones with lakes to swim and fish. And to picnic with the teams.

8/3/2021 3:20 PM

204

New Holstein pool

8/3/2021 3:18 PM

205

Sherwood splash pad.

8/3/2021 3:12 PM

206

New Holstein pool, Little Chute VanLychouht park,

8/3/2021 3:06 PM

207

Up north to use ATV trails

8/3/2021 3:01 PM

208

Aquatic center in new Holstein

8/3/2021 3:00 PM

209

pools and softball fields for other teams

8/3/2021 2:54 PM

210

State parks

8/3/2021 2:42 PM

211

Meet up with friends who live elsewhere. Or just to get a change of scenery!

8/3/2021 2:40 PM

212

Splash pad Sherwood

8/3/2021 2:37 PM

213

Random Trails for running

8/3/2021 2:32 PM

214

Yes, the Splash Pad in Sherwood

8/3/2021 2:29 PM

215

Splash pads and pools in both summer and winter

8/3/2021 2:28 PM

216

New Holstein Pool

8/3/2021 2:28 PM

217

New Holstein pool

8/3/2021 2:25 PM

218

Splash pad or pool

8/3/2021 2:25 PM

219

We go to town if Sheboygan firehouse park for their great set up of park and splash pad

8/3/2021 2:20 PM

220

Nature parks Walk and play on play ground

8/3/2021 2:18 PM

221

Sherwood Splashpad City of Appleton’s parks

8/3/2021 2:17 PM

222

Heckrodt nature center in Menesha

8/3/2021 2:14 PM

223

Splash pad

8/3/2021 2:14 PM

224

Splash pad in Sherwood

8/3/2021 2:12 PM

225

We go to high cliff to go hiking, Sherwood to use their splash pad, Fond du Lac to visit Lakeside park. We also go to New Holstein and Manitowoc to use their aquatic center.

8/3/2021 2:10 PM

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State parks hiking/swimming

8/3/2021 2:07 PM

227

dog park

8/3/2021 2:06 PM

228

Manitowoc and Two Rivers Trails by Water

8/3/2021 2:05 PM

229

Running trails

8/3/2021 2:03 PM

230

We like to go Geocaching, so that takes us to parks all over the place.

8/3/2021 2:01 PM

231

Dog park!

8/3/2021 1:59 PM

232

All over

8/3/2021 1:59 PM

233

Brillion for indoor pool.

8/3/2021 1:57 PM

234

New Holstein playground equipment at two parks and aquatic center. Also Sherwood's splash pad and playground equipment at that park.

8/3/2021 1:11 PM

235

Hiking all over

8/3/2021 1:06 PM

236

We like to go to Ledge Park, Heckrod in Menasha or 1000 Island to walk. We would rather exercise someplace close rather than to drive to the location but Chilton doesn't offer anything except for Ledge park

8/3/2021 10:51 AM

237

sherwood - love this park, splash pad/picnic tables/shelter area - it's safe, easy to use, kid friendly.. just fantastic accomodations.

8/3/2021 9:03 AM

238

Sherwood splash pad, New Holstein pool, disc golf in Manitowoc, bike trail in Hilbert, Plymouth, and De Pere

8/2/2021 7:31 PM

239

ATV trails

8/2/2021 7:00 PM

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Q20 Are there any reasons that you or members of your household do not participate in recreational activities? If yes, check all that apply. Answered: 301

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Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey

Not interested

I'm too busy Facilities are not kept clean Facilities are not well... Program or service is n... Park doesn't contain desi... Security is insufficient Too far from our residence Lack of accessibility Operating hours not... Poor customer service by... Do not know locations of... Lack of transportation Lack of personal... Overcrowding Medical Condition/Di... Lack of restrooms Other (please specify) 0%

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RESPONSES

Not interested

10.63%

I'm too busy

26.58%

Facilities are not kept clean

5.65%

Facilities are not well maintained

10.63%

Program or service is not available

17.94%

Park doesn't contain desired features or facilities

25.91%

Security is insufficient

5.98%

Too far from our residence

8.64%

Lack of accessibility

4.65%

Operating hours not convenient

6.31%

Poor customer service by staff

0.66%

Do not know locations of facilities

8.64%

Lack of transportation

1.33%

Lack of personal resources (money, equipment, etc.)

6.31%

Overcrowding

3.65%

Medical Condition/Disability

8.97%

Lack of restrooms

8.64%

Other (please specify)

7.31%

Total Respondents: 301 #

OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY)

DATE

We do a lot on our own. Our town is quite small and unable to provide a wide range of activities.

8/31/2021 11:40 AM

Need a splash pad

8/26/2021 6:09 AM

We are very active regularly

8/19/2021 8:33 AM

We need a bike trail through Chilton connecting Hilbert and New Holstein!!!!

8/18/2021 12:50 PM

Not sure what is offered it’s hard to find “programs” that you use the park for

8/18/2021 7:54 AM

We do participate

8/10/2021 3:38 AM

It is hard to take young kids out when the bathrooms are not available. It would be nice if the bathrooms could open earlier in spring.

8/8/2021 3:38 PM

too damn old

8/8/2021 9:49 AM

My time is spent (6 times a day) walking my dog around town and the Riverwalk.

8/7/2021 3:50 PM

Children are older then 21

8/6/2021 8:51 PM

Not aware of recreational activities available

8/6/2021 1:10 PM

8/5/2021 8:38 AM

Age of child. I believe we will use more facilities as my child gets older and involved in more

8/5/2021 4:42 AM

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Lack of advertising. Many times we don't know they exist.

8/5/2021 3:42 AM

We participate

8/4/2021 6:00 PM

Nothing to do

8/4/2021 3:52 PM

No complaints

8/4/2021 7:17 AM

Not dog friendly, or refuse for dogs not available

8/4/2021 4:50 AM

Timing

8/3/2021 11:08 PM

Lack of other kids for mine to play with

8/3/2021 11:05 PM

We love Morrissey Park but have encountered some shady characters while there… foul language, inappropriate behavior, ect

8/3/2021 8:46 PM

Cost

8/3/2021 6:16 PM

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Q21 Do you think the City should spend less, more, or maintain current levels of spending for the following? Answered: 450

Skipped: 248

Special Events

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6.38% 28

65.83% 289

27.79% 122

439

3.68% 16

49.89% 217

46.44% 202

435

Park Maintenance (maintain existing grounds/facilities)

1.59% 7

59.41% 262

39.00% 172

441

Installing New Park Facilities/Equipment

4.27% 19

29.89% 133

65.84% 293

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65.33% 277

21.23% 90

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47.96% 212

43.44% 192

442

5.05% 22

55.28% 241

39.68% 173

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62.87% 276

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Parkland Acquisition Bicycle Facilities/Trails Sidewalk Facilities/Pedestrian Enhancements Tree Plantings

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Q22 If you would like the City to allocate funding for recreational programming, which programs should be subsidized? (select all that apply) Answered: 411

Skipped: 287

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I do not believe the City should allocate additional funding for recreational programming

17.52%

Youth enrichment (e.g. STEM, art)

35.52%

146

Youth sports (e.g. volleyball, soccer, tennis)

37.47%

154

Free After School and Summer Programs

49.15%

202

Adult recreation (e.g. yoga, zumba, photography)

43.31%

178

Adult sports (e.g. volleyball, pickleball, badminton)

32.60%

134

Total Respondents: 411

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Q23 Please use the space provided below to identify a type of recreation program or service that the City should consider offering. Answered: 144

Skipped: 554

RESPONSES

DATE

Youth Programs: Art, craft, youth theater, science, technology programs.

8/31/2021 11:29 AM

Splash Pad & Ice/Hockey rink

8/28/2021 8:40 AM

Yoga in the park Sledding Hill/Ice Rink facility possibly at Morrissey Park

8/27/2021 12:07 PM

I would love a splash pad or pool. The school pool is so cold. I need to do water therapy had to go to a different city cause our pool in Chilton was so cold.

8/26/2021 7:06 AM

Splash pad

8/26/2021 6:11 AM

More walking trails would be really nice.

8/26/2021 4:31 AM

More biking trails

8/24/2021 8:57 PM

Dog clean up stations throughout the city would b nice to have

8/24/2021 4:44 AM

Free summer recreational programs open to the community

8/19/2021 3:01 PM

There's not much opportunity for adult wellness programs in our area. Yoga, strength training, endurance based, etc.

8/19/2021 8:37 AM

Volleyball league, remove some parks and use the land to introduce new possibilities, such as a hall to rent for banquettes, weddings, reunions. The same hall can be used as a Rec center.

8/19/2021 1:46 AM

The outdoor pool I presume would be used by families frequently in the spring and summer months, and would attract others to the area. I also believe that enhancing youth and adult sports would create a healthier, and more well-adjusted community. These are places where community members meet with one another in a safe, outdoor zone, which enhances a group mentality, and offers some mental relief during the pandemic.

8/18/2021 10:32 PM

None

8/18/2021 9:38 PM

Install a splash pad. Nearby existing splash oads are overcrowded due to there not being many available in the area and they are a popular summer activity.

8/18/2021 9:12 PM

Special olympics

8/18/2021 5:32 PM

Indoor pool like a community center example Brillion’s would be nice or a splash pad for young kids.

8/18/2021 2:38 PM

Chilton needs a bike path connecting with Hilbert and New Holstein; recreation program to consider - walking groups through city; bring ArtAttack back to enhance the beauty of the city

8/18/2021 1:00 PM

Outdoor yoga

8/18/2021 8:58 AM

Bike trails, outdoor fitness class

8/18/2021 8:50 AM

Special needs activities. Teens programs. Movie in the park.. all age learn to play sports programs

8/18/2021 8:00 AM

Spray for mosquitoes at Hobart Park

8/18/2021 7:52 AM

Yoga and fitness; flag football, basketball leagues, kickball

8/17/2021 1:17 PM

Yoga

8/15/2021 8:14 AM

I wish there was an indoor pool with water aerobics classes offered.

8/12/2021 6:23 PM

Birdwatching classes, bubblers for dogs, scrapbooking classes, citywide wi-fi

8/12/2021 2:57 PM

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Social gatherings with outdoor games (bean bags, horseshoes, bocce, etc.); get to know your neighbors. City wide bike ride, city wide walks.

8/11/2021 9:44 PM

Lacrosse for youth boys. A facility for kids to play safely in.

8/11/2021 2:13 PM

Adult football

8/11/2021 12:18 PM

Not really a service but a possible recreation center with a bit of everything that everybody can enjoy

8/11/2021 9:21 AM

Where are the splash pads?

8/11/2021 8:04 AM

Summer program to get kids engaged outdoors

8/11/2021 6:28 AM

Teen & adult involved programs

8/11/2021 4:40 AM

After school programs for all ages

8/10/2021 7:31 PM

Ice hockey

8/10/2021 7:01 PM

Family water park with interactive activities

8/10/2021 4:44 PM

Winter skating and sledding

8/10/2021 3:41 PM

I love the idea of outdoor swimming so potentially a pool.

8/10/2021 1:21 PM

After school programs for children who are too young to stay home alone but too old to be in daycare while parents work outside the home.

8/10/2021 9:43 AM

Pickle ball

8/9/2021 9:30 PM

How about self defense classes

8/9/2021 8:42 PM

Warm water pool

8/9/2021 8:28 AM

Idk

8/9/2021 12:04 AM

Outdoor workout stations

8/8/2021 9:49 PM

More bike/ walking trails that can be enjoyed by multiple ages and families

8/8/2021 8:37 PM

Photography

8/8/2021 7:49 PM

Something to plant trees and offer off road biking trails

8/8/2021 6:30 PM

Community pool

8/8/2021 4:54 PM

Community walks. Some people don't like walking alone. Would be nice if there were a way for people to identify and organize groups for people looking for walking partners such as small groups. Wieting funeral home kind of does this with their wobbly gobble walk on thanksgiving morning and it is always well attended. Provide a vehicle for people to form these groups for year long use.

8/8/2021 3:59 PM

Tumbling classes for younger kids and t-ball

8/8/2021 3:41 PM

Pickle ball

8/8/2021 1:10 PM

Bike groups

8/8/2021 12:13 PM

Community center — free after school programs, community pool and programs (chargeable), etc.

8/8/2021 11:58 AM

After summer school programs

8/8/2021 10:38 AM

Summer recreational activities for youths . Arts and crafts and games like they used to do when I was a kid we loved going every day .

8/8/2021 10:10 AM

I would love to see YMCA type options in a smaller community

8/8/2021 10:03 AM

don't know

8/8/2021 9:53 AM

Pickle ball, bike trail and walking trail

8/8/2021 9:53 AM

Splash of weekends Ice skating lessons

8/8/2021 9:37 AM

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Any of the above. Maybe more senior activities.

8/8/2021 8:53 AM

Basketball courts

8/8/2021 8:50 AM

Dog park

8/8/2021 8:35 AM

Afterschool enrichment programming

8/8/2021 8:20 AM

Additional walking trails similar to what Kiel has. We are fortunate to have a river running through town, such as Kiel does, we just don't get to use as much of it.

8/7/2021 3:59 PM

Something to promote the arts, or to promote the wonders of nature and how we should protect it

8/7/2021 9:55 AM

Fishing program for youth like Quiney Fishing Club.

8/6/2021 8:53 PM

gymnastics

8/6/2021 1:15 PM

A dog park with off leash play

8/6/2021 8:54 AM

Activities for younger children. Ice rink,

8/5/2021 7:59 PM

All inclusive playground being built at Nennig Park!

8/5/2021 4:51 PM

Youth martial arts

8/5/2021 10:11 AM

I believe the city of chilton should consider opening an outdoor pool location, offer more outdoor activities and classes.

8/5/2021 10:02 AM

Yoga and other exercise classes

8/5/2021 8:13 AM

I have relatives in Kiel and their Rex program has a director and they can offer a lot more and organize a lot more youth sports because of the dedicated resource.

8/5/2021 8:13 AM

Something for teens to do to keep them occupied that is not school sport related. Not everyone is an athlete.

8/5/2021 7:27 AM

Please allow dogs at at least one or all city of Chilton parks.

8/5/2021 7:06 AM

Kayak boat ramps!

8/5/2021 7:05 AM

Unsure

8/5/2021 6:51 AM

Hockey

8/5/2021 6:26 AM

A city pool

8/5/2021 5:59 AM

Connect to New Holstein Kiel trail

8/5/2021 5:53 AM

Don't know

8/5/2021 5:20 AM

I would love to see a community center with a pool just like Brillon and New Holstein has.

8/5/2021 3:45 AM

Yoga and photography would be awesome including painting

8/4/2021 10:12 PM

Anything! Look at the Fox Cities. They have so many things for people to do. Chilton is boring and feels like a dying city.

8/4/2021 6:39 PM

Bike paths

8/4/2021 6:02 PM

Splash pad for young children

8/4/2021 2:58 PM

Walking trail. community baseball, volleyball nights

8/4/2021 9:44 AM

Outdoor yoga classes or fitness classes would be often. Classes for toddlers would be a fun way for moms to meet new people too.

8/4/2021 9:23 AM

The morning playground was always a fun thing. Box hockey ect

8/4/2021 8:57 AM

Sand volleyball

8/4/2021 8:27 AM

Exercise for the whole family

8/4/2021 7:20 AM

Gymnastics

8/4/2021 6:56 AM

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Walking trails out in country

8/4/2021 6:43 AM

Some sort of dog friendly park and or a trail connecting us to New Holstein

8/4/2021 4:57 AM

All ages spring/summer sports along w everyday life skills training

8/4/2021 2:49 AM

Summer programs for kids would be fantastic. We just moved from Sherwood and can’t seem to find much for our young kids to be involved in that’s offered to all kids (not just Summer school). Even fun Rec. sports for kids or almost a day camp thing would be neat.

8/3/2021 11:54 PM

Exercise or art classes

8/3/2021 11:19 PM

Kids sports...make more affordable (gear, clothes, etc)

8/3/2021 11:11 PM

Summer camp for kids

8/3/2021 11:07 PM

100

Programs to get kids and teens back outside a lot of mental health and stigma comes from social media

8/3/2021 10:02 PM

101

Summer youth programs. Outdoor fitness programs.

8/3/2021 9:32 PM

102

Ice skating, outdoor water area like splash pad.

8/3/2021 9:01 PM

103

More adult classes like stated above; yoga, zumba, fitness classes, and etc.

8/3/2021 8:59 PM

104

Pool Ware park

8/3/2021 8:53 PM

105

Splash pad, walking & biking trails

8/3/2021 8:49 PM

106

Any kind of Adult fitness programs/classes/weight room access

8/3/2021 8:48 PM

107

Toddler programs such as music class or art class or tumbling. There is nothing for small children to do here in Chilton.

8/3/2021 8:40 PM

108

Dog park

8/3/2021 8:23 PM

109

Splash pads

8/3/2021 8:18 PM

110

Multi-purpose use trails. A way to walk from Chilton to Ledgeview Nature Center would be a great option! Yoga, Meditation, Stretches- like a Silver Sneakers or more use of a Community Center for people of all ages.

8/3/2021 8:13 PM

111

Walk/bike path around high school campus land like New Holstein’s Kiwanis Park.

8/3/2021 8:07 PM

112

Atv/utv road accessibility

8/3/2021 7:51 PM

113

Idk

8/3/2021 7:47 PM

114

Kayak/ canoe rental, adult recreation activities, outdoor fitness trail, bike trails

8/3/2021 7:38 PM

115

Allowing ATVs on city streets

8/3/2021 7:08 PM

116

Adult league sports.

8/3/2021 6:22 PM

117

I believe the city should spend money to install video surveillance cameras at morissey park and pay people to monitor them 24 hrs.

8/3/2021 6:14 PM

118

SNOW TUBING

8/3/2021 5:51 PM

119

Aquatic center

8/3/2021 5:48 PM

120

Horseshoes or Badminton

8/3/2021 5:32 PM

121

Trail to new Holstein

8/3/2021 5:18 PM

122

Kid activities and biking trails

8/3/2021 4:42 PM

123

Yoga

8/3/2021 4:32 PM

124

Splash pad Outdoor Pool

8/3/2021 4:30 PM

125

Bicycle trails

8/3/2021 4:28 PM

126

City run sports for adults of all levels free activities for kids in summer to get kids up and moving

8/3/2021 4:21 PM

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Yoga, Strength Training, Pickle Ball, Volley Ball, Bean Bags

8/3/2021 4:17 PM

128

Once a weekend a free outdoor movie night

8/3/2021 3:46 PM

129

After school activities would be amazing even if it’s provided at the school buy an outside source a lot of parents can’t get there right away and daycare has become few and far between to find

8/3/2021 3:32 PM

130

Archery or anything actually fun

8/3/2021 3:28 PM

131

Dog Parks. Dogs must be on a leash within your yard. Unless you put up a fence, they can't run free. If there was a location for then to do so, I believe it would be used by many.

8/3/2021 3:24 PM

132

Youth camps and sports outside of the school district. Rugby, flag football, soccer, and so on. Summer sessions.

8/3/2021 3:20 PM

133

A playground program during summer months

8/3/2021 3:03 PM

134

Volleyball

8/3/2021 2:27 PM

135

Splash pad at old football field

8/3/2021 2:10 PM

136

Add Walking / Biking Trails Between Cities

8/3/2021 2:08 PM

137

None

8/3/2021 2:06 PM

138

Public swimming pool/water slides.

8/3/2021 2:01 PM

139

More family friendly events like Crafty Apple. Utilize more park activities during Father's Day weekend. More regular activities in the park like what is done with concerts in the park. Make efforts to expand farmers market (maybe change to Sat.). Offer one time (or weekly) programs like learn to ice skate or fish, art classes, etc. . Expand walking paths.

8/3/2021 1:11 PM

140

Splash pad, bike trail to ledgeview, updated playground equipment

8/3/2021 1:10 PM

141

I would like to see more Zumba, Yoga, art classes for adults.

8/3/2021 10:51 AM

142

a workout center for adults - different athletic/fitness programs and classes

8/3/2021 9:05 AM

143

walking/biking trails

8/3/2021 8:35 AM

144

ATV trails and allowed in the city, bike trails,

8/2/2021 7:01 PM

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Q24 Do you believe that green space contributes to better mental health and wellbeing? Answered: 449

Skipped: 249

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Q25 Please use this space to provide any other comments relating to pedestrian, bicycle, park and recreation services or facilities in the City of Chilton. Answered: 116

Skipped: 582

RESPONSES

DATE

Though I do not reside in the City of Chilton I meet friends there twice a week for group walking. I always shop and visit local coffee shops. The track is used for walking, running, and biking for young children. PLEASE keep the football and track for a park.

8/31/2021 12:16 PM

We have been waiting for sidewalk sections to be replaced for 10 years. Ask and get no results!!

8/31/2021 12:08 PM

Chilton has a lot of playground facilities but we need to maintain them.

8/31/2021 11:29 AM

Green Space of grass only is an environmental desert. Trees, shrubs, flowers are needed. Morissey Park is an example of this.

8/31/2021 11:09 AM

If there was a specific "bike trail" there probably wouldn't be as many bikers competing with the walkers on sidewalks or roadways (streets). A Dog Park area would be god for the many people w/ animals that walk in town and hopefully eliminate the peeing and pooping on other's lawns and properties.

8/31/2021 10:59 AM

Most definitley, nature (grass, trees, birds, animal life) can enrich one's health. Please PRESERVE green space. Do not put up too many picnic shelters or other equipment.

8/31/2021 10:26 AM

Walking/Biking/Hiking Trails within the city and connect each city. Security cameras/high quality cameras in park areas, including band shelter and bathrooms. Security cameras can also be added to all major intersections to help investigate crimes, traffic accidents. Very limited cameras of area businesses. Include recycling stations bins for plastic/paper and glass in each park. Maintain your park shelters on a yearly basis by painting or staining them to give them curb appeal. Consider having an enclosed shelter where the public can rent out year round for events and make it a focal point and up to date. Sponsor a park wide clean up day where it involves citizens and city leaders cleaning up and repainting/maintaining the Community Built Park. This was done several years ago but nothing has been done to upgrade or maintain it. Building and maintaining parks require money. Well maintained parks are an investment for a city - reduces crimes, medical costs (Well-being) and makes a stronger cohesions. Have more murals around the city to create unique experiences and to engage the citizens. Example maybe a mural could be added to the park shelter at Klinkner Park regarding the Farmer's Market. Boards could be added to the side of the building where the mural could be added. Welcome the citizens and visitors as you enter Chilton by Klinkner Park. Current sign is kind of hidden back off the road and outdated. Digital signage is the perfect solution for the city to present multiple easily changeable messages to the citizens/visitors. Businesses could pay the city for advertising of events to the community. I am sure businesses would help donate to fund this idea. Could have a second sign that displays the exact message on the other end of town so travelers see the same message no matter which way they are entering/exiting the city. This is an effective and efficiently way to spread the word on events happening around the community or safety messages from the police. This would keep the public informed overall. The City should get their own Facebook page as a way of communicating events to the citizens. Newspapers are outdated and it is old news by the time it reaches the citizens. Newsletters should be done more often to explain the material more in depth instead of trying to read 6 months worth of information regarding activities in the community or having to find out activities somewhere else. Trees and shrubbery around the signs of the park need to be kept trimmed and kept up on a regular basis. Some are hidden. Maybe add bike racks and curb appeal to Uptown or Downtown. You go to any other community and they have planters of flowers, different flags for the different times of the year. Makes you think differently and want to stop and check this out. Maybe have a colorful crosswalk as a permanent part of the landscape. You have the colored concrete but have like a mural for a sidewalk. Sidewalks by the parks or library could represent each item in a

8/27/2021 12:07 PM

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Splash pad

8/26/2021 6:11 AM

There is plenty of parks in the town I hope you don’t add more. I defiantly think we should get some bike trails going thru this town that could be used for rollerblading and skateboarding. Ice skating rink would be awesome to have again! I think we should consider doing something with that.

8/24/2021 8:57 PM

Dog clean up stations throughout the city would be great alot of people have dogs and would be nice to be able to dispose of there bodily function instead of walking through the city with a bag in your hand

8/24/2021 4:44 AM

I drive to New Holstein to utilize the walking trails and let my kids fish at the pond at the park by the aquatic center. I would love to see Chilton have a similar opportunity. Adding a kayak launch on the river would be an awesome addition also.

8/23/2021 11:19 AM

There should be a sidewalk on every city street on at least one side. Be consistent with which sides throughout the city.

8/22/2021 1:13 PM

I think there should be more sidewalks on the outskirts of town and doggy bags on polls for pottying if not a dog park

8/19/2021 3:01 PM

I am a certified yoga instructor through the National Yoga Alliance and would be happy to help with a yoga in the park option in the summer! Andrea Buss (920)573-9278.

8/19/2021 8:37 AM

Open the roads to atv and utvs

8/19/2021 1:46 AM

I feel all residents within Chilton school district should be allowed to rent the shelters parks for same price. We don't need all activities we are a small country city keep it that way not offer big city things

8/18/2021 9:38 PM

Some parks have outdated equipment that could use a facelift. Walking trails/paths would be a nice addition to the community.

8/18/2021 9:12 PM

Feel we are in need of a walking/bike trail.

8/18/2021 5:08 PM

I vote something with water! We have nothing here and always have to leave our community to go elsewhere for one. Sherwood, Brillion New Holstein has stuff and we are a bigger community with not much to offer but park systems for kids. I go to Neenah, Sherwood, Brillion or New Holstein to use their facilities. Something in my own town would be delightful.

8/18/2021 2:38 PM

We NEED a bike path connecting Hilbert and New Holstein!!! We should focus on completing the RiverWalk Board walk to entice economic development along this unique area; get rid of the school bus parking on main street; improve parking and work on enticing small businesses to our main streets! We have 2 state highways through the city, but our uptown looks deserted and dead. I wouldn't want to put my business here. What do other small towns do to draw in business, ala Cedarburg, etc. Make sure all areas of the city have safe access to City parks. South Madison Street is a very dangerous street to walk down, cars and trucks speed and there is no safe shoulder to walk or bike on. Improve this street all the way to LedgeView!

8/18/2021 1:00 PM

I feel we have an adequate amount of parks what we need as park maintenance. I would love to see a dog park added however. With the amount of dogs just in the city limits I feel it’s beneficial. Thank you for taking the time to put out the survey

8/18/2021 8:00 AM

There should be more marketing and publicity; more special events that coincide with more fundraising; donation boxes should be at the parks as well as online donation links

8/17/2021 1:17 PM

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Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey 23

There's a variety for younger kids, but it would be nice to have options for tweens/teens so they don't misuse facilities.

8/15/2021 8:21 PM

a lot of the park bathrooms are gross, so investing in new ones or just allocating money for upkeep would be good, also the only swimming space in chilton that I know of is in the middle school which is really inconvenient for people who don't have a car

8/12/2021 2:57 PM

Hobart Park Concession Facility is lacking.

8/12/2021 9:42 AM

I would love to see the football field turned into a dog park when it moves

8/11/2021 8:06 PM

I would recommend working on Gravesville or Hobart to improve Chilton. This being that it will improve both appearance and recreation in these areas.

8/11/2021 12:18 PM

Maybe possible vending machines at parks (drinks at least)

8/11/2021 9:21 AM

it would be nice to have trails connected to some of the nearby longer trails. It is unsafe to bike in town or on county roads with inattentive drivers

8/11/2021 6:48 AM

Many cities are expanding on bike trails. Chilton should do the same

8/10/2021 7:01 PM

We need something to keep families doing things together while still having fun with some learning.

8/10/2021 4:44 PM

Keep houses and yards maintained to keep our city looking great.

8/10/2021 3:41 PM

I selected "spend more" on most of the recreational options not because I have a current criticism of the level of care, but think that parks and library could continue to be enhanced and would be a fantastic way to spend my tax dollars. I think the interior of the library facility has improved greatly over the last few years and I'd love to see an exterior that matched the level of thought and upkeep put into the inside. That area of our community (the river walk/football field/playground/library combined!) is a real selling point/draw be it winter (sledding!) or summer (walk/bike/play) and it would be great to have all of the exteriors of facilities in our recreational areas reflect that our community cares about them. I just believe in investing in growth and creating a draw for other families that want to live/play right in our city.

8/10/2021 1:21 PM

8/10/2021 9:43 AM

I hate to badger about it, but the city taxes are honestly so high that we can barely afford to pay them. We can't do extra recreational things like putting our kids in club sports or getting extra coaching because of the taxes. We are in fear of them going up again because we will have to sell our home. We settle for what we can.

8/10/2021 3:45 AM

Keep football field as recreation area not housing

8/9/2021 9:30 PM

It would be nice to have a path/trail around/through parts of the city to allow leisure walking and biking that is safer than on the busy streets.

8/9/2021 3:26 PM

I love the Riverwalk by the library! We go with our dogs at least 3 times per week. I noticed that people don’t pick up after their pets (poop) which makes it unsanitary for others. We carry bags to pick up after our dogs but need a place to dispose of them. A doggy “poopy station” would be a great addition to the Riverwalk by the library. I would even donate some money for the purchase of them. Also signage instructing dog owners to pick up after their pets!

8/9/2021 8:28 AM

Just reiterating the need for an outdoor workout station area.

8/8/2021 9:49 PM

The track needs to be fixed so Chilton can hold track meets

8/8/2021 6:58 PM

Might be tough for a bike trail when Chilton doesn’t have much green space.

8/8/2021 6:30 PM

A little library at Nennig Park

8/8/2021 4:04 PM

We have felt there are a lot of options to get out in Chilton. It is great!

8/8/2021 3:41 PM

Really hoping for more bike trails to connect to other areas

8/8/2021 11:21 AM

Would love to see a walking trail/ bike trail to ledge park . or a trail/ bike trail like they offer in Kiel and New Holstein to go frim city to city but that us like a 5 mile radius to city to city theirs is a 3 mile . So one to ledge park would be awesome.

8/8/2021 10:10 AM

chilton does a wonderful job, if you can't find what you you are looking for you need help. Our youth do not use the facilities like years ago. Keep and use what you have

8/8/2021 9:53 AM

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Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey 47

It has bothered me for 15 years the condition of the playground equipment at Nennig Park. Nothing has been done with it in over 20 years. I took my grandchildren there starting 16 years ago and it still bothers me every time I drive by. It cannot be that expensive to have it sandblasted and painted . It will look like new. I think it is an embarrassment. Nennig Park is the most used park in the city and probably would be used more if the playground equipment was decent. It is the safest because there is no water.

8/8/2021 8:53 AM

More fields or courts to play pickup games on

8/8/2021 8:50 AM

Bike trail connecting New Holstein and Chilton

8/8/2021 8:35 AM

None

8/6/2021 8:53 PM

Bicycle traffic should have it's place on the city streets- not the sidewalk for safety of pedestrians and people exiting businesses.

8/6/2021 1:15 PM

A dog park would be great. A place for off leash play.

8/6/2021 8:54 AM

Atv route

8/6/2021 7:37 AM

Just leave the football field and track where it is. It's special.

8/5/2021 5:01 PM

The survey could have provided more information so we knew what current spending is, what is being considered, why, etc..

8/5/2021 10:04 AM

I believe more outdoor areas and activities would help the residents come together more and would also result in better mental health of the overall population.

8/5/2021 10:02 AM

The track needs to be redone! Or move to the HS for their sports.

8/5/2021 9:56 AM

Bike trails are so important. A rock wall would be amazing. My kids are begging for a rock wall in the city parks.

8/5/2021 8:46 AM

Increased bike and walking trails

8/5/2021 8:13 AM

Please do something for dogs.

8/5/2021 7:06 AM

More walking trails especially along the river.

8/5/2021 7:05 AM

Unsure

8/5/2021 6:51 AM

I just think that most of the parks are in need of a update

8/5/2021 6:21 AM

None

8/5/2021 5:53 AM

Don't know

8/5/2021 5:20 AM

I think the City of Chilton does a good job with parks and trails.

8/5/2021 4:44 AM

Would love a bike/walk trail going along river through town.

8/5/2021 3:45 AM

We need a dog park!

8/4/2021 10:12 PM

Keep the football field and track where they are and for make Chilton interesting. There is nothing for adults to do here but sit on a bar stool at Cheers.

8/4/2021 6:39 PM

open restrooms earlier in spring.

8/4/2021 12:04 PM

I think the city needs to stop spraying weed killers on the parameter where homes have landscaping they have killed many shrubs and plants over the past 2 years to the point where if it happens again I will be filing papers with the courts along with pictures and receipts for damages from herbicidal drift it also looks terrible seeing a 2 foot dead zone around everything. My yard on the other side of the fence is not city property I’m sick of my beautiful yard looking dead and replacing expensive plants

8/4/2021 9:45 AM

It's hard to find a park that has a good amount of things to do that his all children's ages. people, like myself, who have 4+ kids try to find a park that has a good variety for 0-2 years to do, things my 3-4 year Olds can safely do, and more challenging things for my 5+year old. It's hard to find a park where everyone is happy and not quickly getting bored since it usually only tailors to 1 set of age group.

8/4/2021 8:45 AM

Your doing a great job! Your city is beautiful and a pleasure to use!

8/4/2021 8:27 AM

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Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey 74

Walking trails

8/4/2021 7:20 AM

8/4/2021 6:56 AM

Improve the parks you have....dumb to make more when we have plenty with room for improvement

8/4/2021 6:50 AM

We have nothing compared to New Holstein, ( pool ), Brillion ( Community Center ( with pool), we have no dog Friendly facilities, no way to dispose of anything, NO GARBAGE CANS, no benches to take abreak and relax during a walk....

8/4/2021 4:57 AM

Love Chilton!

8/4/2021 2:49 AM

I think the city of chilton should put in a splash pad for young kids or an outdoor pool

8/4/2021 12:59 AM

I would like to see a recreational/indoor sport complex facility in the city for all ages to use.

8/3/2021 10:14 PM

I live just outside of Chilton on Hwy 57 and wish I could have a trail that I feel safe on to use instead of walking on the Hwy. I will sometimes walk up to Ledgeview Nature Center and that road is not safe for pedestrians since people speed and there is no visibility.

8/3/2021 8:59 PM

We are a family of 6 and do not feel safe riding as a family around the city of Chilton. It is also really hard to pack up 6 bikes to get to a trail where we can ride safely together. It would be nice --and I believe it would be well used-- to have a trail connecting to either the Fox River Trail or the Solomon Trail. We would bike it frequently if it was easily accessible from inside the city of Chilton. Bike lanes on the busier streets of town would also be beneficial.

8/3/2021 8:27 PM

Chilton seats between two nice bike trails. Chilton should have trails that connect to one or the other or even both.

8/3/2021 8:24 PM

We are glad there are lots of sidewalks to use. We are older, so anything that involves running is out for us. Even so, we certainly hope the youngsters will have the same joys we had with sports leagues and such. We'll gladly pull up a chair and cheer them on while secretly reliving our glory days and telling each other how much better we played the game.

8/3/2021 8:23 PM

I think there should be a program of some kind, for youth especially, to inform ppl that you can walk or bike to almost every corner of the city. Chilton is an extremely walk/bike friendly town but I don’t see that many kids out.

8/3/2021 8:07 PM

Please just maintain the existing parks or re-do them. They are all in terrible condition. Run down, garbage everywhere, outdated, etc.

8/3/2021 8:01 PM

Not a lot of people in town utilize biking access but a lot of people would benefit from atv/utv road access like every other town around us already has

8/3/2021 7:51 PM

None

8/3/2021 7:47 PM

The existing parks should be maintained better, especially landscaping and trees.

8/3/2021 7:38 PM

I walk to and from work 5 days a week. Something more needs to be done to ensure safe pedestrian crossing because vehicle drivers do not care at all!

8/3/2021 7:31 PM

Legalize ATV use on streets.

8/3/2021 7:28 PM

A splash pad would be amazing.

8/3/2021 7:27 PM

Equipment needs to be updated and better maintained.

8/3/2021 7:16 PM

The City should have a dedicated dog park. If not, some parks should allow dogs with the condition dog owners pick up their dogs waste. Signs should be posted warning of aggressive enforcement for not picking up after their dog.

8/3/2021 7:16 PM

A longer walking trail would be great!!

8/3/2021 6:30 PM

Please repair the track and keep it for public access.

8/3/2021 6:27 PM

Thank for considering a survey. I think that when a city allows for people to get outside to walk, run or bike in a safe way the community is healthier both emotionally and physically

8/3/2021 6:02 PM

Add trash receptacles to uptown area. We had them years ago and Todd axed them. You can't expect people to throw trash away if there isn't a place to put it. The pavilion additions uptown

8/3/2021 5:33 PM

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Chilton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Survey are an excellent idea! 99

Would love to see anything done with people not picking up their dogs poop!! Besides that anything new or repair what we have.

8/3/2021 5:32 PM

100

Splash pad was requested many, many years ago--- outdoor pool needed-- long over due! City is falling behind on much of this!

8/3/2021 4:57 PM

101

Poor wording of questions

8/3/2021 4:35 PM

102

Should the new football field referendum pass. The Chilton city tax payers alone should not be responsible for the removal of the bleachers and grand stand at the current location. The whole school district should be responsible.

8/3/2021 4:31 PM

103

We are lacking in these vs the surrounding cities

8/3/2021 4:28 PM

104

Chilton is behind on updates update the current football field and leave it there. Middle of town brings the community in and together for hometown activities. Give free local access to complexes at the schools since it is public and taxpayer funded. Get the city to sponsor more family friendly recreational activities

8/3/2021 4:21 PM

105

Need bike and atv trails

8/3/2021 3:45 PM

106

After school activities would be amazing even if it’s provided at the school buy an outside source a lot of parents can’t get there right away and daycare has become few and far between to find

8/3/2021 3:32 PM

107

Would like to see outdoor water park.

8/3/2021 3:21 PM

108

Chilton really needs a dog park. I see dogs being walked all over the place, it would be wonderful to see these dogs socialize and not be barking at each other on walks.

8/3/2021 3:20 PM

109

A skate park for the kids might be nice. Some designated bike lanes might also help.

8/3/2021 2:14 PM

110

I would love to see a quality Community Center in Chilton. Communication regarding events and activities is lacking and/or difficult to find… I know multiple people who take their kids out of town for activities, simply because they can’t find the information for it in Chilton.

8/3/2021 2:04 PM

111

Veterans park is beautiful. Nenning & Ledge parks are very family friendly. Morrissey playground area not well maintained and felt unsafe. Hobart needs lots of upgrades. Other parks didn't have much going on. We fully support improvements to our parks.

8/3/2021 1:11 PM

112

Yes. It is important! Thank you for taking the time to look at this and plan toward imroving the future of our community.

8/3/2021 1:10 PM

113

I would love a trail closer to chilton so I don't have to travel to exercise or don't have to walk the sidewalks which is what I do most of the time.

8/3/2021 10:51 AM

114

youth programs and after school activities are great, but should be provided by the school district.

8/3/2021 9:34 AM

115

we have several parks in town, but all of them are old and not the safest accomodations. i think we should focus on one main area (for instance morissey or nennig park) and really amplify that space. update the equipment, get a splash pad, make it a central meeting place for families and a great place to bring kids!

8/3/2021 9:05 AM

116

believe they are needed, and will be used in the city.

8/3/2021 8:35 AM

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Appendix B PARKS & RECREATION MAPS

A p p e n d i x B | P a r k s & R e c r e a t i o n M a p s B-1

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Brewery Hill Hobart Park and Ball Field Kiwanis Riverview Park Klinkner Park Leahy Lions Lakeshore Park Morrissey Park Nennig Park Optimist Riverwalk Riverside Park Bechlem Memorial Park

Mini Park Community Park Mini Park Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park Community Park Community Park Special Purpose Park Mini Park Mini Park

Existing Parks and Trails Chilton CORP Study City of Chilton Calumet County, WI

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Multi Use Path

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Brewery Hill Hobart Park and Ball Field Kiwanis Riverview Park Klinkner Park Leahy Lions Lakeshore Park Morrissey Park Nennig Park Optimist Riverwalk Riverside Park Bechlem Memorial Park

Park Service Areas

Mini Park Community Park Mini Park Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park Community Park Community Park Special Purpose Park Mini Park Mini Park

Chilton CORP Study City of Chilton Calumet County, WI

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Railroad

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Local Park

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Park Buffer (0.5 Mile)

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Parcels

COURT ST

City of Chilton

Surrounding Municipality

151

PARK ST

E BROOKLYN ST

County Land Use (2015)

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MEMORIAL DR

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500

1,000 Feet

Restroom

Concessions

Batting Cages

Open Air Shelter

Drinking Fountain

Baseball

Closed Shelter

Horseshoe Pit

Basketball

Bench

Walk/Bike Trail

Little League Field

Parking Lot

Boat Launch

Football Field/Track

Fire Pit

Fishing

League Softball

Grill

Tennis

Soccer Field

Picnic Tables

Pickleball Court

Ice Skating/Hockey

Bleachers

Playground

Sledding Hill

Amphitheater

Swings Only

Lit Facility

Memorial

Volleyball

City of Chilton Calumet County, WI

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Chilton CORP Study IRISH RD

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Park Facility Distribution

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Local Park

Parcels RI

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IRISH RD

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Mini Park Community Park Mini Park Neighborhood Park Neighborhood Park Community Park Community Park Special Purpose Park Mini Park Mini Park

Park and Trail Recommendations Chilton CORP Study City of Chilton Calumet County, WI

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