Barber Park Master Plan | Village of Mahomet, Illinois by MSA Professional Services

AUGUST 2018

VILLAGE OF MAHOMET, ILLINOIS BARBER PARK CONCEPT REPORT

Barber Park Concept Plan Report Village of Mahomet, Illinois

Prepared for: Village of Mahomet 503 E. Main Street - P.O. Box 259 Mahomet, Illinois 61853-0259 Prepared By:

201 West Springfield Avenue | Suite 400 Champaign, Illinois 61820 (877) 352.0081 | www.msa-ps.com

Adopted:

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CONTENTS BARBER PARK SECTION 1

Introduction 11

SECTION 2

Existing Conditions Analysis 15

SECTION 3

Recommendations 21

SECTION 4

Costs + Phasing + Funding Options 35

BARBER PARK

FORWARD The Village of Mahomet understands the important role Parks and Recreation play in the lives of their residents. To that end, the Village is taking the opportunity to create a visionary plan for the enhancement and betterment of their beloved Barber Park. The purpose of the proposed concept within this report is to create a plan and vision for the park as well as provide cost estimates, phasing and funding sources to satisfy the recreational needs of current and future residents, and to protect and enhance the underlying and sustaining natural resource base of this park along the Sangamon River. Specifically the report provides: »» »» »» »» »» »»

A review of previous studies and plans; An inventory of existing conditions; An analysis of recreational needs and demands, including previous resident input; A final desired concept for Barber Park; A cost analysis and phasing plan for the proposed changes and updates; and Potential funding sources.

This concept, while created with long term vision, is rooted in realism to ensure implementation. Additionally, this report and park concept will aide the Village as they seek funding to improve Barber Park.

INTRODUCTION SECTION 1

Section 1

1.1 BACKGROUND

1.2 PLANNING PROCESS

There are three primary factors which are influencing In 2018, the Village of Mahomet requested the the decision to prepare a long-term conceptual plan assistance of MSA Professional Services, Inc. to for Barber Park at this time. complete a concept for Barber Park. Preparation and adoption of this plan occurred over several months. DEMAND FOR NEW/UPDATED PARK FACILITIES HAS INCREASED. Oversight for the project was provided by the Mayor The Village is aware of community interest in and the Parks and Recreation Department. The Village updating the existing park and recreation facilities provided all previous studies and plans as well as any to meet increasing and changing demands. Previous public engagement processes which occurred and studies and public engagement sessions influenced resulted in information regarding Barber Park and its existing facilities and its future. this report.

1.3 PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

INCREASE IN RECREATION SOCCER PROGRAMS HAS INCREASED Recently, the Parks and Recreation Department has seen a large boost in the number of youth participating in league soccer programs of all ages Over the last decade, Mahomet has completed and abilities. This wide rage of participants requires a several studies and plan that relate to Barber Park or parks and recreation in general. These include a varied range of appropriately sized fields. Comprehensive Plan, a Parks Master Plan, a recreation MAINTAINING ELIGIBILITY FOR COMPETITIVE PARK AND center feasibility study and several others. RECREATION ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS. Further reason for creating a plan for Barber Park involves The resulting themes for Barber Park from these plans maintaining eligibility for various grant programs are as follows: »» Add/Improve Permanent Recreational Fields that offer assistance for parkland development. Grant programs through the Illinois Department of Natural »» Natural Areas (River, Natives, Wetlands, Paths, Low Impact) Resources are more often awarded additional funds to projects that demonstrate a relationship to a local »» Educational Opportunities recreation plan. These grant programs are typically »» Flexible Recreation and Open Spaces »» Playground (Natural Theme) highly competitive, so every opportunity to gain a »» Amphitheater / Plaza / Pavilion Space (Music competitive edge is vital to securing funds. venue) »» Water Feature It will also guide the Village Board on future budget »» Improved access and Multi-use trails (Concrete + matters when it comes to responsibly spending Grass) Village dollars by ensuring the projects being funding »» Tap into Sangamon River as a Recreational Asset help meet a larger end goal. »» Restrooms »» Parking The Restrooms and Parking lot have already been completed and grants are being pursued for some of the multi-use trails along the Sangamon River.

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Introduction

1.4 THE ROLE OF VILLAGE PARKS

Ecological Health While park and open spaces provide opportunities for improvements to the health of residents, they also contribute to the greater ecological health of the Village. Local parks are often tied together with environmentally sensitive areas such as wetlands, floodplains, surface waters, or significant woodlands. These areas provide food and shelter for local wildlife and natural stormwater retention. Individual parks can provide important Community Image Local parks provide opportunities “rooms” of natural resource activity; however, they for formal and informal social gatherings. Community become even more functional when they can be festivals, organized recreational events, or chance linked together by environmental corridors, or meetings between Village residents at local parks, all “hallways.” Wildlife, plants, and water all depend on provide opportunities for residents to socialize with the ability to move freely within the environment people they might not otherwise meet. In addition, from room to room. having excellent park and recreation facilities can be a source of pride for a community. These factors Economic Prosperity Leisure time is an important contribute to the image of the Village as having a component of people’s lifestyles and increasingly people are choosing locations to live based on high and desired quality of life. quality of life amenities such as the amount and type Community Health With the raising national trend of recreational facilities a community can offer. The in obesity, especially among children, the Village’s ability to retain or attract new residents has direct park and recreational facilities play a vital role in economic benefits to the Village. Studies have also maintaining and improving the physical and mental concluded that property values generally increase the health of residents in the community. In addition, closer residential lots are to a park facility. Moreover, many studies have demonstrated increases in park if a local parks system is designed with regional and recreation facilities and programs can reduce amenities, or connections to regional destinations, it can serve to bring additional visitors to the Village. community crime rates. The additional tourism can be a significant benefit to businesses. Proper planning is essential for the Village’s park and open space system to continue to meet the recreation needs of the community, in addition to the continued preservation valuable natural areas. Whether the Village is experiencing a bear or bull period of economic growth, it is important to remember the many benefits that park and recreational facilities provide the community.

EXISTING CONDITIONS ANALYSIS SECTION 2

Section 2

2.1 CITY OWNED FACILITIES Currently, the 55 acres of Barber Park are used for both active and passive recreation. The primary use of the park is for youth soccer. But there are other amenities present. See page 18 for the Site Inventory and Analysis Map.

SOCCER FIELDS Barber Park houses 8 soccer fields of varying sizes broken down into the following regulations categories: »» Field 1: 8v8 or (2) 6v6 »» Field 2: 11v11 or 8v8 or (2) 6v6 »» Field 3: FLOODWAY + FLOOD ZONES + WETLANDS »» Field 4: »» Field 5, 6, 7: (2) 4v4 The Sangamon River forms the western boundary »» Field 8: (4) 4v4 of the park. It is a navigable waterway and used as a recreational resource for canoe and kayak users.

PARKING

The Village recently paved a new on-site parking lot with 138 stalls (132 standard and 6 ADA). There are plans for an expansion of the lot which would provide an additional 51 stalls.

PAVILION + RESTROOMS

Due to the Sangamon River, nearly two-thirds of the park is located within a flood plain and or a floodway. Additionally, there is dedicated wetlands in the southern section of Barber Park. These areas are environmentally sensitive, therefore development potential is limited.

A multi-stall restroom structure sits to the east of the SANGAMON RIVER ACCESS Pavilion. The pavilion houses a concession area and an open shelter picnic area with a view of the playing There is an unofficial boat launch area near the highway overpass. While somewhat difficult to access, fields. it is the only place used to drop and remove canoes and kayaks from the Sangamon River within the park. PAVED PEDESTRIAN TRAILS There is less than one (1) mile of paved trailed within ACCESS TO DOWNTOWN the project area. On the north side of the park, a trestle bridge connects the trails of the park into the Downtown. At present MOWED TRAILS it is not well used as a connection between the two There are more than two (2) miles of mowed trails on important destinations in Mahomet. site.

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Existing Conditions Analysis

2.2. EXISTING RECREATION PROGRAMS & EVENTS Barber Park currently focuses programming within the park around youth soccer. However, the Department as a whole does offer a range of programming which is, can, and could be accommodated within Barber Park: »» »» »» »» »» »» »»

Adult Programs Camps/Clinics/Workshops Early Childhood Flag Football Soccer Special Event Youth Activities

Specific programs include: »» Sunrise and Sunset Yoga »» Food Truck Friday »» Sangamon River Duck Race »» Touch a Truck »» Sports Sampler Camp

Section 2

Barber Park Concept Plan Mahomet, IL

Site Inventory and Analysis April 2018

Park Address: 703 S. McDougal Rd. Mahoment, IL 61853 Trail floods

Parking: Existing Parking - 138 stalls - 132 Standard - 6 ADA Stalls (Future Parking Addition - 51 Stalls)

Total Park Area - 55 acres Flood Patterns: Floodway covers 36.5 acres (60.5%) 100yr flood covers - 43.5 acres (72.0%) 500 yr. flood covers - 45.3 acres (75.1%)

Existing tree line hides the river from park pavilion area Field 4

Field Uses: Field 1 - 8v8 or (2) 6v6 Field 2 - 11v11 or 8v8 or (2) 6v6 Field 3 Field 4 Field 5, 6, 7, - (2) 4v4 Field 8 - (4) 4v4 *Field boundaries shown are approximate.

Field 3

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Existing Conditions Analysis To Downtown

Existing Tressle Bridge

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Planned Parking Expansions

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Field 1 (raised) Existing Restroom Existing Pavilion (maintain viewshed from pavillion towards river) Field 7

Grade is too steep for playable fields

Current park boundary

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RECOMMENDATIONS SECTION 3

Section 3

3.1 AREA RELATIONSHIP | DRAFT STUDY 1 Based on the public comments and feedback from the Mayor and Parks and Recreation Department, Area Relationship Study 1 (below) presents a first and simple approach to improvements within Barber Park. It formalizes existing uses and proposes minimal investment to make the space even more functional for the Village.

»» Included educational signage and art »» Added field lighting »» Introduced shade trees

Generally, this concept: »» Expanded mowed and paved trails »» Reorganized field space »» Added native plantings »» Improved access to the river »» Introduced a playground and fitness area »» Added a storage/maintenance building »» Added a small plaza or terrace to the pavilion Barber Park Concept Plan

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Area Relationship Study 1 April 2018

Active uses other than trails and athletic fields are clustered around the existing pavilion and parking lot to maintain maximum usability during flood events and maintain ADA accessibility.

D. Paved trail, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Native Planting Area

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Field 2 (raised)

Field 3

Native Planting Area

Planned Parking Expansions

Gateway signage

Field 1 (raised)

Maint./Storage building

Plaza/Terrace

Field 7 (regraded)

Wetland/ Detention Area

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LEGEND Park Boundary Floodway (~687’ elevation) Paved Trail (existing) Paved Trail (proposed) Mowed/Mulched Trail Athletic Field (existing) Athletic Field (proposed) River Access/Overlook Nodes Native Planting Areas Shade Trees (Memorial Trees) Field Lighting Signage/Public Art Locations

Native Planting Area

Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

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A majority of the site is within the floodway (as designated by FEMA), as such development of permenant structures is limited to areas above this elevation.

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Kayak access, coordination required with IDOT for R.O.W. access

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Concept: Area relationship study 1 assumes minimal grading of the existing site and relys on current field layout.

Existing Tressle Bridge

S. MCDOUGAL RD.

Park Address: 703 S. McDougal Rd. Mahoment, IL 61853

River crossing, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Sangamon River Greenway

Turn-around and trail access, invesigate possible kayak launch

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3.2 AREA RELATIONSHIP | DRAFT STUDY 2 Once Study 1 was presented, it went through a rigorous round of comments and development. Based on a more robust approach to the future of the park, Study 2 (below) was created. Generally, the second study accomplished the following: »» Expanded on Study 1 »» Larger Performance/Plaza/Music area »» Larger emphasis on Youth/Adult Fitness »» Explored idea of large multi-purpose field (Upper Terrace) »» Relied on expanding into the floodplain

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Area Relationship Study 2 April 2018

A majority of the site is within the floodway (FEMA), as such development of permenant structures is limited to areas above this elevation. Active uses other than trails and athletic fields are clustered around the existing pavilion and parking lot.

To Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve

Native Planting Area

“Tree House” gathering area/outdoor education space

Wetland Expansion

Field 2 Field 1 (Field 1 and 2 can be rotated 90 deg. to allow for alternate wear pattterns and resting of field)

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Paved trail, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Planned Parking Expansions Gateway signage

Wetland/ Detention Area

Plaza/Terrace Lawn seating area Bermed seating area Fitness Area Possible extension of S. Lake of the Woods Rd. (Intersection at McDougal Rd. and Oak St. would be closed, McDougal would become a dead-end)

Wetland Expansion

Consider Future Land Acquisition

AM ER

RIV River crossing, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Sangamon River Greenway

Intersection improvements (Crosswalk and signals)

Maint./Storage building

Field 7 Open gathering area or ‘Council Ring’

Intersection improvements (Crosswalk)

Nature-themed playground

Possible closure of McDougal Rd. interection

Field 5

Field 6 Field 8

Consider Future Land Acquisition

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Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

Kayak access, coordination required with IDOT for R.O.W. access

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LEGEND Park Boundary Floodway (~687’ elevation) Paved Trail (existing) Paved Trail (proposed) Mowed/Mulched Trail Athletic Field (existing) Athletic Field (proposed) River Overlook/Access Nodes Native Planting Areas Wetland Expansion Ornamental Landscape Areas Shade Trees (Memorial Trees) L Field Lighting Signage/Public Art Locations

Existing Tressle Bridge

Turn-around and trail access, invesigate possible kayak launch

S. MCDOUGAL RD.

Park Address: 703 S. McDougal Rd. Mahoment, IL 61853 Concept: Area relationship study 2 considers regrading the existing athletic field areas to create a larger use areas outside of the flood plain. Feasibility of this proposal must be verifyed with hydraulic modeling to ensure conveyance within the floodway and flood elevations are not changed. The wetland/ detention area may have to be enlarged to account for fill in the floodway.

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Section 3

3.3 AREA RELATIONSHIP | FINAL DRAFT STUDY The final study took into account the flood plain, existing site conditions and a robust vision for the park. Generally, the final concept accomplished the following: »» Created 1 larger upper terraced Recreation Zone outside of floodplain. »» Flexible recreation fields, lighting, with direct accessed concrete trails and perimeter trail »» Enhanced Water Feature (Natural themed spray pad) »» Larger Playground, closer and ADA access. »» Enhanced Performance / Plaza / Open Event Spaces Barber Park Concept Plan

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Area Relationship Study April 2018

A majority of the site is within the floodway (FEMA), as such development of permanent structures is limited to areas above this elevation. Active uses other than trails and athletic fields are clustered around the existing pavilion and parking lot. LEGEND Park Boundary Floodway (~687’ elevation) Paved Trail (existing) Paved Trail (proposed)

To Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve

“Tree House” gathering area/outdoor education space

Wetland Expansion

D. Native Planting Area

Field 2 Field 1 (Field 1 and 2 can be rotated 90 deg. to allow for alternate wear patterns and resting of field)

Planned Parking Expansions Gateway signage

Wetland/ Detention Area

Wetland Expansion

Consider Future Land Acquisition

AM ER

RIV River crossing, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Field Lighting Signage/Public Art Locations

Sangamon River Greenway

Intersection improvements (Crosswalk and signals)

Maint./Storage building

Field 7 Open gathering area or ‘Council Ring’

HE EO AK

S. L

Field 5 Paved trail, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Intersection improvements (Crosswalk)

Nature-themed playground

Possible closure of McDougal Rd. Intersection

Field 8

Consider Future Land Acquisition

Field 6

Native Planting Area

Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

Mowed/Mulched Trail Athletic Field (existing) Athletic Field (proposed) River Overlook/Access Nodes Native Planting Areas Wetland Expansion Ornamental Landscape Areas Shade Trees (Memorial Trees)

Existing Trestle Bridge Kayak access, coordination required with IDOT for R.O.W. access

Turn-around and trail access, investigate possible kayak launch

S. MCDOUGAL RD.

Park Address: 703 S. McDougal Rd. Mahomet, IL 61853 Concept: Area relationship study 2 considers regrading the existing athletic field areas to create a larger use areas outside of the flood plain. Feasibility of this proposal must be verified with hydraulic modeling to ensure conveyance within the floodway and flood elevations are not changed. The wetland/ detention area may have to be enlarged to account for fill in the floodway.

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Recommendations

3.4 FINAL PARK CONCEPT + PROPOSED ELEMENTS Pages 26 -29 present the final concept for Mahometâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Barber Park (pages 28-29 are an enlargement of the play and performance areas to help show detail). This concept is firmly based on the public comments and feedback from Staff and the Village Board, as well as todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best management practices. The following text describes changes recommended to improve and enhance Barber Park. Additionally, character images have been provided as examples to represent those proposed changes.

a. Athletics

The final concept focuses on the idea of flexibility. The Parks and Recreation Department needed large fields to accommodate the current, albeit varied, demands for soccer fields. However, they wanted to make sure that these fields not only accommodated a range of soccer age groups, that they could accommodate other large field sports which may become more popular in future years--la crosse, football, etc. The final design will allow for a variety of large field sports, require minimal site grading to keep the fields above the flood level, and keep from expanding into the flood zone. Practice and overflow fields will remain within the floodplain, but the primary playing fields will lay above the flood zone.

The fields will also be lit to allow for more playing times; will have paved pathways to allow for ADA accessibility; will be sprinkled; and have minimal landscaping for shade and site lines.

b. Trails/paths

The concept features a myriad of ten (10) foot wide paved, mowed and mulched trails weaving and meandering throughout the 55 acre site. All paved trails will meet current ADA requirements. The trails provide paths to destinations as well as idyllic places for passive recreation. Benches and landscaped vistas are included throughout the site. Additionally, there are opportunities to provide educational kiosks to teach about local flora and fauna, the Sangamon River, Mahomet history on important events, dates and people, and on how this park connects to the larger area and system.

A new trail head is also proposed on the south side of the park to provide a small parking lot with close access to the Kayak Launch and River Crossing for the Sangamon Rivertrail.

Chapter 3 Entry Sign Trail Connection to Lake of the Woods

Planned Parking Expansions Consider Future Land Acquisition

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Consider Future Land Acquisition

Trail Connection to Downtown Terraced Athletic Fields - Irrigated - Lighted - Field boundaries shown are representative

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MowedTrail (10’), Typ.

Paved trail, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Native Planting Area

Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

Mulched Trail (10), Typ.

“Natural” river overlook, (no structure)

“Tree House” gathering area/outdoor education space

“Natural” river overlook, (no structure)

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River crossing, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant, final location TBD

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c. Native Plantings

Several acres have been dedicated to a native plantings. The advantages of native plants include, but are not limited to, lower maintenance with only needing mowed 2-3 times per growth season, attracting unique birds and pollinators, absorbing rainwater, and improving drainage and water quality for the Sangamon.

Additionally, two natural overlooks are proposed as visibility of the River is currently non-existent. It is recommended to clear a few trees, replant with native plants, and allow for two natural areas to view the River.

f. “Tree House” Education Space

As an attractive, interactive, and fun way to add an educational component, a “tree house” is proposed to nestle in the wooded area along the River. This open air gathering space should be designed to sit above the floodplain and give an opportunity for passive education on local fauna, flora, and Mahomet area history through signage and temporary exhibits. Ultimately, it should invite users from the park to the River and encourage both passive and active use of the River.

d. Wetland / Detention Area

The western portion of the park lay in a floodplain. To help with flood control, it is recommended that the exiting wetland/detention area in the southwest portion of the park remain so and even be extended to the north to increase capacity.

e. Sangamon River | Kayak Access + Natural Overlooks

As the Sangamon River winds itself through Mahomet, it forms the western boarder of the park. Aside from a visual asset, it also provides opportunities for outdoor recreation with canoe and kayak access. There is currently an unofficial launch near the overpass and the plan is to formalize that launch as well as introduce a second launch south in the park. Two access points will provided ease of dropping in and out of the River.

g. Performance Area / Raised Plaza / Amphitheater

Pages 28-29 provided detailed look at the proposed changes to the main entrance of the park. The elements are meant to provide a multitude of uses for a variety of users. 30 Mahomet, Illinois | Barber Park Master Plan

Recommendations Building off the existing pavilion, a raised plaza which can be utilized as a performance area should be constructed. In front (west) of the raised plaza, is a ground level plaza for gathering and watching performances or demonstrations constructed of both concrete and decorative brick for aesthetic interest. And further west, a grassy berm provides lawn seating for any event. Together, this area creates an “amphitheater” like area for the Village.

h. Play Areas

TRADITIONAL PLAY AREA The first play area is designed as a more traditional play area with standard equipment such as slides, climb walls, bars and the like. The color scheme should be more “naturally” based, meaning browns, greens, tans, and cremes. Additionally, this equipment should be ADA friendly to encourage play for all children and their abilities. NATURAL PLAY AREA Next to the traditional play area is a natural play area. The equipment in this area will mimic nature in that it will have rocks and fallen trees, and perhaps more traditional equipment built in, such as a slide. 31

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i. Water Feature

At the center of the enhanced entrance is an interactive and attractive water feature. Again, with a nature theme, this area will feature water “geysers” and a “river” to prevent standing water and evoke visual interest and encourage playful interaction. The inspiration is the Sangamon River and the low profile spray pad and stream should encourage active/ pretend play for all ages and abilities around the area’s premiere natural resource.

j. Open Event Space

On the west side of the amphitheater berm is an open lawn area which can be used for a variety of events and park programs such as food truck rallies, inflatables, event gathering, a staging area, or simply green space as a buffer between the amphitheater and the athletic fields.

k. Wayfinding + Education

Throughout the site, there are opportunities to install themed signs and kiosks. These can guide users to destinations such as Downtown or other trailheads. They can also be used to educate users on local history, local flora and fauna, and the community in general.

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COSTS + PHASING + FUNDING OPTIONS SECTION 4

Section 4 This section looks at the implementation of the proposed Barber Park concept through cost estimates, phasing plans, and potential funding sources. Actual project costs will be required as part of the specific proposal for development of any recreational facilities, as well as being dependent upon existing market conditions and supply costs. While maintenance of Village park and recreation facilities is generally funded through taxes, there are a wide variety of potential funding sources to assist with up-front capital costs (See Section 4.2).

4.1 COST ESTIMATES

The included cost estimates are broken down into Phases, each with multiple sub categories for major elements of the concept plan. Within each subcategory are line item construction costs for detailed evaluation. The costs are presented as estimated ranges which are typical to planning and concept

efforts, as design details and level of amenities are not yet determined. In Parks and Recreation, the range of available features and equipment costs can be quite large. This concept plan is not intended to determine such detailed items, thus the range in estimates.

ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Village of Mahomet

MUNICIPALITY:

201 W. SPRINGFIELD AVE., SUITE 400 CHAMPAIGN, IL 61820

MSA PROJECT NO:

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DATE PREPARED:

July 2018

LOCATION: PROJECT:

SUMMARY OF TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS RANGES

PHASE I $

774,300.00

999,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR PARKING LOT EXPANSIONS

173,380.00

194,850.00

SUBTOTAL FOR UPPER TERRACED NORTH RECREATIONAL FIELDS

284,400.00

379,500.00

SUBTOTAL FOR UPPER TERRACED SOUTH RECREATIONAL FIELDS PHASE II

PHASE III SUBTOTAL FOR PLAYGROUND

153,900.00

202,300.00

SUBTOTAL FOR SPRAY PAD - WATER FEATURE

132,350.00

199,900.00

SUBTOTAL FOR PAVILLION STAGE, PLAZA, & EVENT SPACES

121,500.00

161,600.00

SUBTOTAL FOR MAINTENANCE BUILDING

47,000.00

64,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR LOWER NATURAL AREAS

297,800.00

378,200.00

SUBTOTAL FOR RIVERSIDE SECOND PARKING & ACCESS TRAILS

99,300.00

123,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR CANOE/KAYAK LAUNCHES

54,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR TREEHOUSE

48,000.00

$ $

79,250.00 84,300.00

TOTAL ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS $

2,185,930.00

2,865,900.00

ENGINEERING DESIGN $ CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING $

218,593.00

286,590.00

131,155.80

171,954.00

TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS $

2,550,000.00

3,350,000.00

PHASE IV

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Costs + Phasing + Funding Options

Entry Sign Trail Connection to Lake of the Woods

PHASE II

Planned Parking Expansions Consider Future Land Acquisition

Consider Future Land Acquisition

See Enlargement Plan for Detail

Consider Future Land Acquisition

B.A.A.D. Grant

PHASE III

Park Boundary Trail Connection to Downtown

PHASE I

PHASE II ST.

Seasonal Athletic Fields Approximate Flood Elevation (100 yr.) Canoe and Kayak Launch

B.A.A.D. Grant

Seasonal Athletic Fields

Native Planting Area

Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

Mulched Trail (10), Typ.

“Natural” river overlook, (no structure)

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4.2 PHASING

Phasing of the entire concept plan has been illustrated on the attached Phasing Plan (see map on previous page. Four Phases have been identified in order to best maintain recreational activities in the Park, as well as to provide grouping of related items for budgeting. PHASE II Entry Sign

Trail Connection to Lake of the Woods

area will provide the additional fill material for the Phase I terraced fields. The enlarged wetland and its borrowed fill material is included in Phase I as well. The wetland will both expand in size and depth. Currently a shallow water wetland, the new wetland will have deeper pools with perimeter wetland habitat that can be utilized for fishing, education, natural paths and flood water storage.

Planned Parking Expansions

Consider Future Land Acquisition

PHASE I

Phase I includes the construction of new terraced recreational fields to the south of the existing raised recreational fields and above the floodplain level in the Park. These recreational fields need to be constructed PHASE III in order to provide adequate Recreation Department activities during the construction of additional Phases of the Park improvements. Maintaining recreational use in the Park has been set as the top goal during PHASE II any construction phasing.

Consider Future Land Acquisition

See Enlargement Plan for Detail

Consider Future Land Acquisition

B.A.A.D. Grant Park Boundary

Trail Connection to Downtown

PHASE I

ST.

Terraced Athletic Fields - Irrigated - Lighted - Field boundaries shown are representative

Seasonal Athletic Fields

E. OA K

Canoe and Kayak access, coordination required with IDOT for R.O.W. access

PHASE IV

(Screening for path)

Paved Trail (10’)

The proposed recreational fields would be raised or terraced to provideB.A.A.D. finished playing surfaces and Grant access above the floodplain elevation set by FEMA. Improvements in Phase I also include concrete access PHASE select IV trails, field irrigation, field lighting, drainage, sports field seeding and earthwork to build up the terraced fields. The existing lower wetland area was ITEP Grant previously the fill borrow site for the other existing raised fields. Further excavation from the lower Park

Approximate Flood Elevation (100 yr.) Canoe and Kayak Launch

Seasonal Athletic Fields

Wetland/ Detention Area

Paved Trail (10’), Typ.

Native Planting Area

Paved trail, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant

Culvert

Proposed Shade Tree, Typ.

River crossing, part of proposed Mahomet Rivertrail ITEP Grant, final location TBD

MowedTrail (10’), Typ.

Native Planting Area

Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

Mulched Trail (10), Typ.

“Natural” river overlook, (no structure)

Topsoil Stripping

002

Excavation of Fill Materials

003

Fill Placement & Rough Grading

004

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PHASE I - UPPER TERRACED SOUTH RECREATIONAL FIELDS “Tree House” gathering area/outdoor education space $ 16,800.00

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22,400.00

208,000.00

260,000.00

$ N RIVER

104,000.00

130,000.00

33,600.00 17,000.00

$ $

44,800.00 22,500.00

30,000.00

35,000.00

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Irrigation Controls

12,000.00

15,000.00

008

Irrigation Water Lines

32,900.00

42,300.00

009

Drainage

30,000.00

40,000.00

010

Field Lighting

200,000.00

272,000.00

011

Lighting Controls

15,000.00

20,000.00

012

Site Electrical

15,000.00

23,000.00

013

PCC Trails

60,000.00

72,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR UPPER TERRACED SOUTH REC FIELDS

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$774,300.00

$999,000.00

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Land Acquisition

Costs + Phasing + Funding Options See Enlargement Plan for Detail PHASE I I

Consider Future Land Acquisition

With the completion of the Phase I recreational fields, Phase II can begin improving the playing surfaces of the North terraced recreational field as well as Trail Connection toThe improvements additional parking expansion. Downtown to the existing raised recreational field include reshaping of the playing surface, select sports field seeding, drainage, field irrigation, field lighting and concrete access trails. The current field has irregular settling, lack of sloped surface and drainage, and Canoe and voluntary mixed grasses. Kayak access,

PHASE III PHASE I

PHASE II

ST.

Paved Trail (10’) Seasonal Athletic Fields

E. OA K

coordination required with IDOT for R.O.W. access

Terraced Athletic Fields - Irrigated - Lighted - Field boundaries shown are representative

Along with expansion of the Park’s recreational fields Grant B.A.A.D. and spaces, Phase II includes parking lot expansions to increase total capacity of the lot and usage during peak demand. Expansion of the parking lot will help Native Planting Area reduce the tendency for on-street parking along Paved trail, part of McDougal Rd. proposed Mahomet Rivertrail

Seasonal Athletic Fields Paved Trail (10’), Typ.

PHASE IV MowedTrail (10’), Typ. Native Planting Area

ITEP Grant

ITEP Grant Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

Mulched Trail (10), Typ.

“Natural” river overlook, (no structure)

PHASE II - PARKING LOT EXPANSIONS 001

Excavation

002

Base Material

003

PCC Pavement

004

Top Soil Placement & Grading

005

Seeding

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Proposed Shade Tr

6,400.00

5,000.00

“Natural” river overlook, 157,500.00 $ (no structure)

1,480.00

3,000.00

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“Tree House” gathering area/outdoor education space 8,000.00

6,000.00

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4,000.00

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PHASE II - UPPER TERRACED NORTH RECREATIONAL FIELDS $ 13,800.00 Top Soil Placement & Final Grading $ 6,800.00 Sport Mix Seeding

003

Irrigation Equipment

004

Irrigation Controls

005

$194,850.00

$ $

18,400.00 9,000.00

15,000.00

17,500.00

12,000.00

15,000.00

Irrigation Water Lines

16,800.00

21,600.00

006

Drainage

15,000.00

20,000.00

007

Field Lighting

150,000.00

204,000.00

008

Lighting Controls

15,000.00

20,000.00

009

Site Electrical

10,000.00

18,000.00

010

PCC Trails

30,000.00

36,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR UPPER TERRACED NORTH REC FIELDS

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$284,400.00

$379,500.00

Section 4 PHASE III

Phase III adds mixed uses and amenities that Barber Park and/or the Village park system lacked. These amenities had been identified in separate Village public surveying and studies. The proposed improvements include a Playground, Spray Pad or Water Feature and amphitheater like Stage, Plaza and sloped lawn space for events, music and movies. The Playground can be phased further as well, with either various themes of equipment, age and challenges and demand of usage. A large Playground has been identified as one of the top priorities for the Village from staff and public survey.

will extend out from the stage providing event seating or other gathering. A gradual sloped lawn area will further extend out from the stage and plaza, providing a bowl like, natural raised viewing space for events. A proposed open green space has also been proposed in the Phase III area that would provide flexible activity space for various Parks Department programs and events. The green lawn space will maintain openness to the Park as well as the flexible use that the Village identified as a top priority.

These larger Phase III features will also include The proposed water feature is flexible at the current concrete access trails, drainage, landscaping, Signand welcome signage. Timing for Phase III stage of planning, however a low impact, naturalEntry utilities themed spray pad is proposed as the main amenity improvements can be flexible with funding, but of this area. generally should occur after completion of Phase I and II fieldPlanned improvements, which would both require Parking The proposed amphitheater improvements include larger access and construction equipment to first Expansions an added stage structure to the west end of the pass through. Consider Future existing open air pavilion. A public plaza like surface Land Acquisition

PHASE II

See Enlargement Plan for Deta

Consider Future Land Acquisition

PHASE III PHASE I

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Costs + Phasing + Funding Options PHASE III - PLAYGROUND 001

Excavation

6,000.00

7,500.00

002

Drainage

12,000.00

15,000.00

003

Playground Equipment - Phase 1

39,000.00

49,500.00

004

Playground Equipment - Phase 2

39,000.00

49,500.00

005

Play Surface - Phase 1

13,000.00

19,500.00

006

Play Surface - Phase 2

13,000.00

19,500.00

007

Top Soil Placement and Grading

7,200.00

9,600.00

008

Seeding

3,000.00

4,000.00

009

Landscaping & Trees

4,200.00

7,200.00

010

PCC Trails

17,500.00

21,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR PLAYGROUND

$153,900.00

$202,300.00

PHASE III - SPRAY PAD / WATER FEATURE 001

Excavation

1,650.00

2,200.00

002

Spray Pad Structure

30,000.00

50,000.00

003

Spray Pad Water Features

30,000.00

55,000.00

004

Landscaping Features

22,500.00

30,000.00

005

Water Main

6,000.00

8,000.00

006

Controls

10,000.00

15,000.00

007

Drainage

12,000.00

15,000.00

008

Top Soil Placement and Grading

1,200.00

1,500.00

009

Seeding

3,000.00

4,000.00

010

PCC Trails

16,000.00

19,200.00

SUBTOTAL FOR SPRAY PAD / WATER FEATURE

$132,350.00

PHASE III - PAVILLION STAGE, PLAZA & EVENT SPACES $ 4,000.00

$199,900.00

5,000.00

5,500.00

6,600.00

4,500.00

6,000.00

12,500.00

17,500.00

Plaza

21,000.00

28,000.00

006

Signage

2,000.00

3,000.00

007

Lighting

24,000.00

32,000.00

008

Site Electrical

6,000.00

8,000.00

009

Drainage

10,000.00

12,500.00

010

Landscaping & Trees

3,500.00

6,000.00

011

Seeding

3,000.00

4,000.00

012

PCC Trails

22,500.00

27,000.00

013

Kiosk

3,000.00

6,000.00

001

Excavation

002

Fill Placement

003

Topsoil Placement & Grading

004

Stage

005

SUBTOTAL FOR STAGE, PLAZA & EVENT SPACES

$121,500.00

$161,600.00

PHASE III - MAINTENANCE BUILDING 001

Maintenance Building

42,000.00

57,000.00

002

Electric Service

5,000.00

7,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR MAINTENANCE BUILDING

$47,000.00

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$64,000.00

Section 4 PHASE IV

Phase IV improvements include the lower flood area of the Park. Improvements include native grass plantings, wetland plantings, concrete and mulched trail systems, canoe and kayak access launches, landscaping and trees, educational stops, signage and river viewing locations.

close access for a canoe and kayak launch access point.

A proposed treehouse has also been included in the Phase IV improvements. The treehouse would be a free standing structure envisioned ‘in the tree canopy’. This treehouse was identified in public surveys and A possible secondary Park access and parking lot is would provide a newer trending park amenity, as well proposed to the far south end of Barber Park. This as river and river bottom viewing. access would provide an additional trailhead and Entry Sign Trail Connection to Lake of the Woods

PHASE II

Planned Parking Expansions Consider Future Land Acquisition

Consider Future Land Acquisition

See Enlargement Plan for Detail

Consider Future Land Acquisition

B.A.A.D. Grant

PHASE III

Park Boundary

on to

PHASE I

PHASE II ST.

Seasonal Athletic Fields Approximate Flood Elevation (100 yr.) Canoe and Kayak Launch

B.A.A.D. Grant

Seasonal Athletic Fields

Wetland/ Detention Area

PHASE IV

Native Planting Area

ITEP Grant Clear trees to river for visual access, replant with native plants

Mulched Trail (10), Typ.

“Natural” river overlook, (no structure)

“Tree House” gathering area/outdoor education space

“Natural” river overlook, (no structure)

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Culvert

Proposed Shade Tree, Typ.

Paved Trail (10’), Typ.

PHASE IV

(Screening for path)

Paved Trail (10’)

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Trail Head, Additional Parking

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Costs + Phasing + Funding Options PHASE IV - LOWER NATURAL AREAS 001

Wetland Grading

32,000.00

40,000.00

002

Top Soil Placement & Grading

15,000.00

20,000.00

003

Wetland Plantings

9,000.00

12,000.00

004

Signage

3,200.00

4,800.00

005

Educational Stops

3,000.00

4,500.00

006

Benches

6,000.00

8,400.00

Landscaping & Trees

14,000.00

24,000.00

008

Native Grass Plantings

15,000.00

21,000.00

009

PCC Trails

170,000.00

204,000.00

010

Mulch Trails

25,600.00

32,000.00

011

Tree Clearing

5,000.00

7,500.00

SUBTOTAL FOR LOWER NATURAL AREAS

$297,800.00

$378,200.00

PHASE IV - RIVERSIDE SECOND PARKING & ACCESS TRAIL 001

Excavation

1,600.00

2,000.00

002

Base Materials

3,000.00

3,450.00

003

PCC Pavement

38,250.00

46,750.00

004

Signage

1,200.00

1,800.00

004

Landscaping & Trees

5,250.00

9,000.00

006

PCC Trails

50,000.00

60,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR RIVERSIDE SECOND PARKING & ACCESS TRAIL

$99,300.00

$123,000.00

PHASE IV - CANOE & KAYAK LAUNCHES 001

PCC Trails

15,000.00

18,000.00

002

Signage

1,500.00

2,250.00

003

Tree Clearing

7,500.00

9,000.00

004

Launch Systems

30,000.00

50,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR CANOE/KAYAK LAUNCHES

$54,000.00

$79,250.00

PHASE IV - TREEHOUSE 001

Site Trails

4,000.00

4,800.00

002

Treehouse Structure

30,000.00

60,000.00

003

Ramp

7,500.00

10,000.00

004

Educational Items

3,000.00

4,500.00

005

Signage

2,000.00

3,000.00

006

Seeding

1,500.00

2,000.00

SUBTOTAL FOR TREEHOUSE

$48,000.00

$84,300.00

Section 4

4.2 GRANT PROGRAMS

4.3 OTHER FUNDING SOURCES

An important source of funding is grant programs offered by state and federal agencies, especially including the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. A summary of the applicable sources can be found below. It should be noted that at the time of this Concept Plan, the State of Illinois is in a budget crisis and most funding programs have been suspended until further notice. However, in August of 2018, the OSLAD program was finally released for the 2019 fiscal year.

Community groups and civic organizations are sometimes willing to organize fundraising efforts to assist with these costs, and they may also be able to marshal volunteer labor to assist with small development projects such as trail creation, playground installations, and even the tree house. Local business and corporate support should also be sought. Both non-profit and for-profit organizations can be rewarded for their support with acknowledgment on a plaque or sign at the site. In addition, costs for acquisition and development may be defrayed through donation of land or developer required parkland dedication and/or cash-in-lieu of parkland.

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MAXIMUM AWARD

APPLICATION DUE DATE

Parks and Recreation People for Bikes Community Grants Funds bicycle infrastructure projects such as bike paths, lanes, trails, and bridges, 50% of projects up to $10,000 mountain bike facilities, bike parks and pump tracks, BMX facilties, end-of-trip facilities (bike racks, storage), and more. https://peopleforbikes.org/our-work/community-grants/

Spring Awards - May 31. Fall Awards - December.

A combo soccer/football fields, combo baseball/softball fields, park pavilions, picnic tables, grills, basketball and tennis courts, interpretive trail signage, fishing piers, wetland observation decks, extensions of rail loops, parking lot expansions, splash pads, trails with fitness stations, water quality basins with native plantings, shelters with picnic tables; preservation/biological improvement of permanent wetlands, outdoor classroom / treehouse shelters, adventure / educational play structures and interpretive prairie gardens. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/AEG/Pages/OpenSpaceLandsAquisitionDevelopmentGrant aspx

Up to 50% (90% for distressed communities). Grant awards up to $750,000 are available for acquisition projects, while development/renovation projects (OSLAD programs only) are limited to a $400,000 grant maximum.

Applications must be received between May 1 and July 1 of each calendar year.

Capital Expenditures for additional indoor/outdoor recreational purposes may include, but are not limited to, demolition, site preparation/improvements, utility work, reconstruction or improvement of existing buildings/facilities, expansion of buildings/facilities and new construction. Land Acquisition projects such as the construction of new public indoor/outdoor recreation buildings,structures and facilities; expansion of existing public indoor/outdoor recreation buildings, structures and facilities; general park purposes such as regional/ community/neighborhood parks; frontage on public surface waters for recreation use; open space/conservation purposes to protect floodplains, wetlands, natural areas, wildlife habitat and unique geologic/biologic features and additions to such areas. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/AEG/Pages/Illinois-Youth-Recreation-Corps-Grant.aspx

Reimbursement basis providing up to the following maximum percentages for funding assistance: the State will provide up to 75% of approved project costs, with the exception of those local governments defined as â&#x20AC;&#x153;disadvantagedâ&#x20AC;?, which will be eligible for up to 90% funding.

Applications must be received between May 1 and July 1 of each calendar year.

Trail construction and rehabilitation; restoration of areas adjacent to trails damaged by The RTP program can provide up to 80% federal unauthorized trail uses; construction of trail-related support facilities and amenities; and funding on approved projects and requires a acquisition from willing sellers of rail corridors through easements or fee simple title. minimum 20% non-federal funding match. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/AEG/Pages/FederalRecreationalTrailsProgram.aspx

Applications must be received between May 1 and July 1 of each calendar year.

Open Space Lands Acqistion and Development Program (OSLAD)

Park and Recreational Facility Construction Grant Program

Federal Recreational Trails Program

Bike Path Grant Program Linear corridor land acquisition costs, including associated appraisal fees, and bicycle path development or renovation including site clearing and grading, drainage, surfacing, bridging, fencing, signage and directly related support facilities such as potable water and restroom facilities. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/AEG/Pages/BikePathProgram.aspx

Financial assistance up to 50% of approved project costs is available through the program. Maximum grant awards for development projects are limited to $200,000 per annual request; no maximum exists for acquisition projects. Revenue for the program comes from a percentage of vehicle title fees collected pursuant to Section 3821(f) of the Illinois vehicle code.

Applications must be received between May 1 and July 1 of each calendar year.

The program provides up to 100% of approved project construction costs and 90% of approved land acquisition costs. Grant awards are limited to a $200,000 annual maximum per project.

Applications must be received between July 1 and September 1 of each calendar year.

Boat Access Area Development Program Water frontage land acquisition for public access areas; new construction or renovation of boat/canoe launching ramps and courtesy docks, restrooms and security lighting, parking areas, access roads and walkways, other boating-related facilities deemed appropriate by IDNR. https://www.dnr.illinois.gov/AEG/Pages/BoatAccessAreaDevelopmentProgram.aspx

General Grants The Illinois Association of Park Distircts provides links to all grants available in the State. Varies, based on grant. The grants are project and location based, therefore, a project should be fully flushed out prior to seeking these grants.

Varies, based on grant.