Recreation 5YEAR Plan 2016

City of Taylor, Michigan We work hard for the fun of it!

Parks and Recreation Beautiful Parks
Five Year Master Plan Natural Woodlands

2016 - 2021 Youth Programs
Outdoor Concerts

Playscapes
Walking Paths
Fishing Area
Sports Programs
Petting Farm
Botanical Gardens
Summer Festival
Relay for Life
Memorial Gardens
Classic Car Shows
Senior Olympics

Pet Parade
Bridal Shows
Farmer’s Market
Garden Club Events
Adult Sports Leagues

Ice Rinks
Indoor Soccer Fields

Holiday Events
Fitness Classes

Splash Pad
Community Pool
Movies in the Park

Acknowledgments

City of Taylor, Michigan

Mayor, Rick Sollars
City Clerk, Cynthia A. Bower
Treasurer, Edward L. Bourassa

City Council
Linda Parker-Craig, Chairwoman

Angela Croft, Chair Pro-Tem
Dan Bzura
Alex Garza

Charlie Johnson
Linda Roberts
Tim Woolley

Parks and Recreation Department
Executive Director Golf
Jeffrey E. Dobek, CPA

Manager
Crystal Kermans-Ditzhazy

General Foreman
Guido Ulin

Recreation Commission
Keith Bailey, President

Tim Hernandez, Vice President
Carm Anderson
Steve Ciralino
Roger Linville
Angie Winton

Community Development Department
Manager
Jeff Baum

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Table of Contents

Executive Summary _____________________ 4
Community Description ___________________5 - 7
Physical Characteristics ———————— —-- 8
Land Cover and Use ______________________ 9
Zoning Map ____________________________ 10
Administrative Structure __________________ 11
Organizational Chart _____________________12-13
Standard Operating Procedures _____________14
Relationships with Other Agencies __________ 15
Staff Description _________________________16
Description of Planning Process / Results _____18-19
Inventory of Recreation Facilities & Programs __ 20- 25
Inventory of Needs _______________________26 - 27
School, Church and Outside facilities ________ 28 - 30
Action Program__________________________31 - 35
Local Adoption of Master Plan ______________ 36
Funding Sources ________________________ 37
Assessment of Accessibility ________________38
Goals and Objectives _____________________39
Appendix _______________________________40

Named Tree City USA, for 25 years running, Taylor has mesic forest grounds that support a
variety of wildlife. Our nature trails are both educational and enjoyable for all ages

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Executive Summary

The City of Taylor Department of Parks and Recreation is proud to present
the 2016 - 2021 Recreation Master Plan. This document will serve as an
important tool and guide for making future decisions related to programs
and facilities available in the City of Taylor.

This five year plan was developed using the guidelines set forth by the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources for development of community
park, recreation, open space and greenway plans and is divided into six
sections:

• Community Description - a brief overview of the city location, history,
physical characteristics and population demographics and trends.

• Administrative Structure - an outline of the governing structure of the
Parks and Recreation Department. A description of the role of the
Recreation Commission and current and potential funding sources.

• Inventory of Existing Parks, Natural Areas, and Recreation Facilities - a
detailed description and inventory of recreational resources from the
following classifications: regional, community, neighborhood, municipal,
school, private and commercial.

• Description of Planning and Public Input Process - outlines the process
of updating the expired Master Plan, gathering information and opinions
from surveys and focus groups. Comparison of existing facilities to na-
tional standards.

• Goals and Objectives - summarizes the Parks and Recreation
Department’s plan to positively impact the vision of providing
recreational opportunities that are “Made for You” which means
providing for every age group.

• Action Plan - these items were identified by reviewing the Capital
Improvement Program and the results of public surveys and focus
groups along with input from our Recreation Commission to identify
Items that would positively influence department goals.

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Community Description

Location
Taylor is in the Downriver area of Metropolitan Detroit, a section that is south
of Dearborn, north of Monroe, west of the Detroit River and just east of De-
troit Metropolitan Airport.
We like to say "all roads lead to Taylor" since we are intersected by the I-94
and I-75 freeways, we are home to six miles of Telegraph Road (US-24) and
we are just blocks away from Southfield Freeway (M-39).

The Gateway Bridge in Taylor, Michigan

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Community Description

History
While the City of Taylor is only 48 years old, the community's rich heritage
dates back to the 1800s. The first registered property owner was Peter
Coan, who purchased an 80-acre parcel from the United States government
in 1830. The Coan family name is preserved at Coan Lake, which centers
the historical area in Heritage Park.

Originally, Taylor was part of Ecorse Township, but residents found that they
lived too far away to participate in the civic affairs and functions. Because of
this, the residents petitioned to form a separate community. The petition was
granted in 1847 and the new community was named Taylor Township, in
honor of General Zachary Taylor, an American hero in the Mexican War who
would go on to become President of the United States.

Largely an agricultural community, Taylor Township
grew steadily over the years, particularly after the
opening of the Ford Rouge Plant in neighboring
Dearborn. In May of 1968, Taylor Township residents
voted to adopt the charter which incorporated the City
of Taylor.

General Zachary Taylor

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Community Description

Taylor Today
No longer agricultural, the community boasts comfortable neighborhoods, great
schools, a variety of shopping opportunities and several industrial parks. In fact,
Taylor experienced a residential and commercial building boom of sorts in the
1980s. Residents could live, work and shop, all within a convenient 24 square
miles.

Southland Mall,
Taylor, Michigan

Demographics

Trends and Projections
Preliminary population counts from the 2010 census listed Taylor’s population as
63,131. This is a decline from the 2000 population of 68,868. This
decline is in keeping with the greater Wayne County area.

Projections indicate a continued increase in the senior population and a
decline in young adult and children population.

Age Group 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030 2035 2040 Change 2010 - 2040

Under 5 4,469 3,261 3,196 3,166 3,191 3,155 3,029 -1,440
5-17 11,147 9,718 8,375 7,526 7,283 7,398 7,430 -3,717
18-24 6,303 6,184 5,497 5,089 4,525 4,037 4,000 -2,303
25-34 8,216 7,464 7,848 8,031 7,864 7,660 7,038 -1,178
35-59 21,642 20,231 18,145 16,755 16,488 16,438 16,871 -4,771
60-64 3,300 3,665 3,910 3,598 3,172 2,972 2,697
65-74 4,352 5,615 6,748 7,397 7,590 7,166 6,710 -603
75+ 3,702 3,847 4,261 5,116 6,199 7,189 7,928 2,358
4,226

Total 63,131 59,985 57,980 56,678 56,312 56,015 55,703 -7,428

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Description of Physical Characteristics

Climate
Weather conditions are typical of most communities in Southeastern, Michigan.
Taylor receives approximately 32 inches of precipitation annually. Temperatures
range from an average of 73 degrees in summer and 26 degrees in winter. The
climate in Taylor is suitable for a host of recreational activities all year round.

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Land Cover and Land Use

Type Most CuDrersecrnipttiSonEMCOG Land Cover for TayloArc,rMesichigan Percent
Impervious 39.2%
Trees buildings, roads, drive- 5,924.9 23.2%
Open Space ways, parking lots 34.4%

Bare woody vegetation, trees 3,511.6 2.4%
0.9%
Water agricultural fields, grass- 5,199.9
Total Acres lands, turfgrass

soil, aggregate piles, un- 357.1
planted fields

rivers, lakes, drains, 131.6
ponds

15,125.1

SEMCOG 2008 LanMdoUssteCurrent SEMCOG Land Use foArcTreasylor, Michigan Percent
0%
Agricultural 0
42.8%
Single-family residential 6,478.6 2.7%

Multiple-family residential 412.4 11.9%
13.4%
Commercial 1,803.5
5.5%
Industrial 2,023.8 4.1%

Governmental/Institutional 833.1 0%

Park, recreation, and open space 624.9 19.3%

Airport 0 0.2%

Transportation, Communication, and 2,916.1 9
Utility

Water 29.5
Total 15,121.9

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Community Administrative Structure

Fiscal Year Operating Budget
2011 Adopted Budget
2012 $1,159,995
2013 $992,621
2014 $518,173
2015 $608,729
$751,021

Note: Operating Budget is primarily General Fund with
some funding from various grant sources.

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Organizational Chart

Mayor Rick Sollars

Golf, Parks & Rec
Director, J. Dobek

Petting Farm NW Pool Recreation Special Events Senior Parks, Buildings
Splash Pad Center And Grounds
Pavilion Rental Activity Center

General Manager General Manager General Manager General Manager General Manager General Foreman
M. Shihadeh C. Kermans-Ditzhazy C. Kermans-Ditzhazy L. Runkle G. Ulin
C. Kermans-Ditzhazey

Building Building Building Administrative Shift
Supervisor Supervisors Supervisors Assistant Leaders

Shift Lifeguards General Staff SMART Building Utility
Leaders Bus Drivers Parks & Rec
General Staff Child Care Staff
School Tour Cleaning Operator Parks
Guides Staff Building & Grounds

Barn Volunteers Full Time
Attendants Temp. Worker
Camp Staff

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Lakes of Organizational Chart Taylor
Taylor Sportsplex
Mayor Rick Sollars
P. Fisher General Manager
Finance Operations Golf, Parks & Rec C. Harris
Director, J. Dobek
Controller Hockey Director
Meadows J. Kay
Assistant Controller Golf Course
Soccer Director
Operations manager P. Fisher G. Matthews
Finance Operations
Assistant Managers Skating Director
Controller A. Wright
Merchandise / Assistant Controller
Maintenance Operations manager Building Supervisor
Assistant Managers
Food and Beverage Food and Beverage Concession Manager
Manager
Manager Zamboni Drivers
Food and Beverage Event Coordinator
Supervisor Assistant Food and Event / Cleaning
Beverage Manager Staff
Head Cook
Head Cook
PA Starter / Ranger/ PA / Starter / Ranger
PSO
PSO
Bar/server Bar/Server
Cook/dishwasher Cook/Dishwasher

Golf Supervisors

Event facilitators

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Standard Operating Procedures

The Golf, Parks and Recreation Department is operated under the operating
policies of the city. Hiring of management staff is done by the Mayor upon the
recommendation of the Golf, Parks & Recreation Director. Hiring of parks staff is
done through the department with assistance from Human Resources under the
rules of the hiring process. Parks employees are covered by a contract through
the local AFSCME Union with the exception of some temporary/seasonal staff
who are not subject to collective bargaining.

Recreation staff is not subject to collective bargaining and are almost entirely
composed of high school and college students who work part time or particular
schedules. Those employees are hired by the Parks and Recreation Manager
upon the recommendation of the managers for each division.

Appropriate items are submitted to the Mayor when expenditures exceed
$2,000 per city charter for submittal to the City Council. Payments to vendors
are handled through the Budget and Finance Department.

The Recreation Commission meets once a month to discuss programs and
receive updates on departmental activities. They are called for special meetings
as required. The staff and commission have a close working relationship.

Resident concerns are handled by division managers. Any concerns not
addressed to the citizen’s satisfaction are forwarded to the Golf, Parks & Rec-
reation Director. If any concern is not satisfied at that time, the Mayor’s
office will review the concern.

RECREATION COMMISSION

The Recreation Commission, by city ordinance, is directly responsible to
the Mayor and the City Council. The Commission was established to formulate
policies, procedures, and priorities in recreational programs. The Commission
assists the Mayor, the staff of the Golf, Parks and Recreation Department and
the City Council in the formulation of the Recreation Plan. Direct input will be
provided by the Recreation Commission to the Parks and Recreation Manager
regarding methods of implementation of the Recreation Plan recommendations.
The Commission has been functioning for many years in the planning and
implementation process providing guidance and assistance to the Department.

The Commission has initiated cooperation with local service clubs, public and
semi-private agencies, the Taylor School District and with county, regional and
state agencies in the provision of recreation facilities and programs. The
Recreation Commission acts as a coordinating agency and provides citizen
input into the planning and implementation process.

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Relationships With Other Agencies

Taylor Senior Services

The City of Taylor Senior Services Department offers a variety of recreation programs to
seniors at the William D. Ford Senior Activity Center. These programs include educational
and leisure classes such as crafts, paintings, sewing and woodworking; organized card
playing groups; field trips to nearby points of interest; entertainment through films, music,
and parties; and the following sports programs: golf, bowling, ping pong, pool, horse-
shoes, volleyball, aerobics, softball, exercise and dancing. The Senior Services is now a
division under the Golf, Parks and Recreation Department and reports to its Director. The
Department provides space in parks, athletic fields, and recreation facilities for various
senior programs. The Senior Services Department also provides transportation to seniors
participating in some Golf, Parks and Recreation special events and advertises Golf,
Parks and Recreation programs at the Ford Senior Center.

Taylor Community Library :

Taylor has a long history of library service to the community. In 1922, the Wayne County
Bookmobile visited Taylor regularly. By 1929, the Taylor Center branch of the Wayne
County Library opened in a small building. A larger building was necessary by 1953.

Library service expanded with the opening of Library 1 on Goddard Road, and in 1968,
Library 2 at Wick and Mortenview. The Libraries were renamed “Alexander Papp Library”
branch and “Richard J. Trolley Library” to honor those instrumental in their construction.
Plans were drafted in 1983 to combine the two smaller libraries into a single Library; the
present day Taylor Community Library opened its doors in 1985. The Taylor Community
Library offers a summer youth program monthly arts & crafts and a year-round preschool
and toddler story time programs. The Library posts advertising flyers for Golf, Parks and
Recreation programs for the information of its patrons.

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Relationships With Other Agencies

Taylor Schools:
The Taylor Schools offer a variety of sports activities for students. The Golf, Parks and
Recreation Department uses school facilities for some of its programs, including the
youth basketball program, tennis program, indoor swimming, senior swim, and family
open swim. The City and schools have also collaborated on placing playground
equipment on school property.
Tree City USA:
The City has been designated as a Tree City USA for 25 years. Each Arbor Day the
department selects a school to participate in our Arbor Day Collaboration. The depart-
ment provides trees and manpower, while the schools have students participate by
reading Arbor Day related poems and stories, singing songs and making presenta-
tions. The students also help plant the tree as department staff provides them with
educational information. This program has become a community event.
The City of Taylor also works with other various organizations and groups, including
but not limited to, Taylor Garden Club, Taylor Conservatory Foundation, Beautification
Commission, Cultural Arts Commission, Friends of the Arts and the Taylor Historical
Society.

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Staff Description

Description and Basic Functions

The City of Taylor Golf, Parks and Recreation Department was established as an
operational division of the city administration with the incorporation of the City. The
department is responsible for city golf course maintenance, park maintenance,
supervision of park development, and coordination of all recreational programs in city
park facilities. Departmental staff works with the Recreation Commission relative to policy
development and recommendations regarding programs and facilities.

Organizational Structure

Currently, the position of Golf, Parks and Recreation Director is the administrative head of
the Department who reports directly to the Mayor. The General Foreman of Parks is
responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of all park sites, buildings and park related
activities reporting to the Director of Golf, Parks and Recreation.
The Parks and Recreation Manager is responsible for the operations of the Taylor
Recreation Center, The Taylor Northwest Pool, The Lamarand Splash Pad, Pavilion
Rentals and Recreation special events. This position reports to the Director of Golf, Parks
and Recreation.

The Senior Services Manager coordinates all activities at the Ford Senior Center and re-
ports to the Director of Golf, Parks and Recreation. The Petting Farm Manager is respon-
sible for all aspects of operating the facility. This position reports to the Director of Golf,
Parks and Recreation. The Taylor Sportsplex is structured with a General Manager,
Hockey Director, Soccer Director and a Figure Skating Director all whom report to the
Director of Golf Parks and Recreation. The Lakes of Taylor and Taylor Meadows Golf
Courses have Finance, Operational Mangers and Supervisors for all aspects of opera-
tions. All positions report to the Director of Golf, Parks and Recreation.

The organizational chart (on page 13) illustrates staff relationships within the department.
Staffing for the department includes up to 125 persons during the peak times of the year.
The administrative staff of the department is comprised of seven full time persons that
manage the operational aspects of the department.

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Description of Planning Process

The development of the 2016-2021 Recreation Master Plan began with a thorough review of
the 2010-2015 Recreation Master Plan. The Golf, Parks and Recreation staff used that existing
plan as a springboard to analyze the changes that occurred in the community during the last
five years. Also analyzed were the goals and objectives, in order to establish which goals were
met satisfactorily, which were partially met and which were not met and why.

Following that initial analysis, the Golf, Parks and Recreation staff then invited certain seg-
ments of the population to participate in focus groups, and complete a recreational survey in
order to determine their recreational wants and needs. The Recreation Commission also met
to convey their thoughts on what direction the new recreation plan should take.

Other city departments that provided information are Community Development, Budget and
Finance, Economic Development, Public Information, Senior Services, the Planning Depart-
ment and the Taylor Public Library.

Once the information was gathered and compiled into a draft document, the Taylor Recreation
Commission held a public hearing on April 10, 2016 at the Parks and Recreation administra-
tive offices for the public to review and comment on the draft. Following the Recreation Com-
mission's adoption of the plan on April 10, 2016, it was then presented to the Mayor and the
Taylor City Council. The City Council adopted the plan at their regular meeting on May 17,
2016.

Key Persons Involved:

The Parks and Recreation Staff and the Taylor Recreation Commission, under the guidance of
the Director of Golf, Parks and Recreation.

Community members and stakeholders assisted by completing recreation surveys, both online
and in person at various events.

The Taylor Recreation Commission provided valuable input to assist the department in map-
ping out both short term and long term goals.

Mayor Rick Sollars and the City Council have played a pivotal role in the development and
implementation of recreation programs and facilities. They are strong advocates of recreation
and the expansion of green space enhancing the quality of life for our residents.
Golf, Parks and Recreation Department has made a special effort to seek out and include
public opinion in the planning stages of the 2016-2021 Recreation Master Plan.

The city meets with the Recreation Commission on a regular basis including special planning
session when necessary. The Commission articulated some of their goals and suggestions.
The Golf, Parks and Recreation staff and Recreation Commission members are mainly
composed of persons in the 16 to 64 year old range. We have also collected survey data from
students at Kennedy High School.

Recreational Surveys and detailed notes from several focus groups were kept to aid staff in the
process of setting goals and objectives, both short term and long term. The department also
invited the public to give comment on the plan at a public hearing at a regular scheduled
Recreation Commission Meeting.

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Description of Planning Results

Options Online Offline Blended
Score Score Score
Indoor Pool
BBQ Grills at Heritage 9.08 13.10 11.09

Park 6.37 12.70 9.54
Tennis Courts 6.89 11.80 9.35
Exercise Program for
7.90 10.60 9.25
Adults
Exercise Program for 7.43 10.80 9.12
6.79 10.70 8.75
Teens 6.05 11.30 8.68
Rock Climbing Wall 6.30 11.00 8.65
6.37 10.90 8.64
Skateboard Park 6.31 10.70 8.51
Dog Park 6.86 5.90 6.38
6.16 6.50 6.33
Basketball Courts
In-Line Hockey
Picnic Tables
Gymnastics

The planning process used by the Parks and Recreation Department
utilized both the existing knowledge of the city, as well as input from the
community. Survey results revealed that currently all focus groups had
basically the same concerns and needs. An indoor aquatic center was
the most requested item.

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Parks and Recreation Inventory

Existing (developed and undeveloped) City park sites together with school sites having develop-
mental potential are discussed below.
Activity Building — part of Heritage Park (Special use): The Activity Building is a multi-use
building. It is used for a number of recreational and community activities. The building is a large
multi-purpose room and amenities include restrooms. The Activity Building was funded with a
Recreation Bond Fund grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Atlas Park - .78 acres (neighborhood park): This park was established in 2009. Amenities in this
fenced park include a playscape, swings, a walking path, tables, benches, a paved lit parking area,
lots of trees and bushes, an irrigation system and beautiful signage.
Boardman Park - 20.32 acres (community park): This park is part of a storm water detention
project. Amenities in this multi-functional site include combination soccer/football goals, softball
backstop, updated playscape in 2009, benches, sledding hill, walking path with dog stations, a
new walk trail exercise system, new in 2009 a wooded pavilion with grills and tables. Planned for
the spring of 2010 are new restroom facilities and lighting.
Chelsea Park — 1.5 Acres (neighborhood park): A small neighborhood tot-lot with a playscape,
rock climbing wall, tot toys, swings, picnic area and a butterfly garden.
Chestnut Park (neighborhood park): A small undeveloped park.
Donald Zub Park - .38 acres (neighborhood park): This is a walk-in park containing playground
equipment geared primarily for smaller children with a small picnic area.
Ford Senior Center — 6.7 acres: The Ford Senior Center has over 20,000 square feet, has a
state of the art geo-thermal heating and cooling system, energy saving auto light switches, thermo-
stats and light bulbs. Amenities include: beautiful pond and enclosed pavilion, 4 classrooms, exer-
cise room, billiard room, ping pong room, library and a computer room. lt also features a banquet
facility with a 300 person capacity and commercial kitchen. This site is one of the emergency shel-
ters for the City of Taylor and is equipped with a back-up generator.

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Parks and Recreation Inventory

Heritage Park - 121.85 acres (Community Park): This park is located on Pardee Road. Major fa-
cilities include a Historical Village, Alfred A. Sheridan Pavilion, Newly created Jeffrey P. Lamarand
Splash Pad slated to open in the Spring 2016. seven ball fields, six soccer fields, two pavilions, three
restroom facilities, playscape, picnic areas, a sandbox, a petting farm, multi-purpose field, a devel-
oped walking path, with rest stations and dog stations and a one mile perimeter access drive with
adjoining parking lots. The City of Taylor's Library is also located on this site. The City’s Activity
Building, is used for a number of recreational and community activities. The Activity Building was
funded with a Recreation Bond Fund grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. We
have also added over 100 new trees to the park over the last five years to enhance the natural park
setting. Heritage Park is home to one of our city little league programs as well as home of the Junior
League World Series. This regional park site draws residents from all over the downriver area as
well as communities all over southeastern Michigan. A turn of the century village has been simulated
at this location featuring a three acre pond, a covered bridge, saw mill, church, school house, newly
constructed train station with attached ADA restrooms, gazebo, and an ADA accessible fishing pier.
Vintage residential buildings have been moved to this site and restored together with an existing va-
cant farmhouse.

The city’s Petting Farm operations at the south end of the park to include a welcome center with
classroom, interpretive pond, fully heated animal barn, a wildlife rescue aid recovery center, and a
butterfly garden.

At the southeastern end of the park is a nature trail, which traverses a unique wooded lot and adjoin-
ing meadow. The wood lot contains many old growth native tree species and is richly complimented
with wild flowers. The city would like to create educational outdoor classroom opportunities, as well
as selectively enhancing the nature trail. The city leases 60 acres from Wayne County Community
College District. This property at the east end of the park will allow the city opportunities for expan-
sion in the future.

An important addition to Heritage Park is a botanical garden/conservatory that features a replica of
the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory from DTE. The development on the southwest section of
Heritage Park consists of an aluminum frame conservatory with annual and perennial flowerbeds in
and around the entire structure. Other features include walking paths, benches and a terrace area
for gatherings.

Taylor Conservatory and
Botanical Gardens

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Parks and Recreation Inventory

Homestead Park - .90 acres (Neighborhood Park): This Park includes picnic area, playscape,
swings and playground equipment. The park is designed for walk-in utilization only as there is no
vehicular access.
Howard Noble — 1.5 acres (neighborhood park): This site consists of picnic areas, playground
equipment, walking path and swings.
Jaycee Park - 21 acres (School Park): This site is contiguous with Taylor Parks Elementary
School, and immediately adjacent to Pinecrest Avenue. The park is primarily wooded with a large
berm situated on the north boundary. All facilities are specifically designed to accommodate the
physically challenged, including a paved trail. In 2009 a large updated playscape and swings were
added, along with updating the combination shelter/restroom facility and the addition of new grills,
tables and benches. Paved off-street lit parking is available.
Lakes of Taylor Golf Course - 300 acres (sports complex): This recreational facility combines a
par 72 municipal golf course with a large storm water detention system. Golf operations include an
18 hole course, complete training areas; including driving range, putting green, short game range,
clubhouse with full restaurant, banquet and meeting facilities, a pro shop, paved lit parking lot, and
two on-course restroom facilities. In 2009, a large screened pavilion was recently added with a
grill, bar and sound system to accommodate large parties. All of these amenities are open for pub-
lic use. This site is one of the emergency shelters for the City of Taylor and is equipped with a
back-up generator.
Lamarand Splash Pad- The huge playscape will be located near the south end of the Sheridan
Center Open Air Pavilion, as will the splash pad. That location is adjacent to the patio/fireplace
area, between the Sheridan Center and the Activities Building. Instead of mulch in that area, the
playscape will rise up out of a thick bed of rubberized chips. The playscape and other equipment
will also be ADA compliant. The splash pad will be done in a baseball-theme to fit into Taylor's
deep Little League tradition and the history of the Junior League World Series at Heritage Park.
The City Council recently approved funding for the this phase of the Sheridan Center Open Air Pa-
vilion project and dedicated the planned new splash pad to the late Mayor Jeffrey Lamarand. It
was late mayor who originally started the Sheridan renovation project.
Lanqe Park — 33 acres (community park): This site currently is a passive park with a pond and
paved parking. Previously, this site was prone to repeated vandalism. Structures that were beyond
repair were removed for public safety. Currently, we lease this property to an all-sports company to
manage.
Lucinda Burns Park - .71 acres (Neighborhood Park): This is a walk-in neighborhood park site.
Vehicle access is not permitted. Existing facilities include a small picnic area, slides and swings
Memorial Park — 4.21 acres (neighborhood park): This park consists of a wooded open space
surrounded by multiple housing development. There are mature hardwood trees, which cover mul-
tiple picnic areas containing grills and tables. Playground equipment consists of swings, and a
playscape.

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Parks and Recreation Inventory

Newcastle/Pardee — 4.99 acres (community park): This recreation area features five little
league ball fields together with a new restroom facility. A paved parking lot plus a child playscape
are also in place.
Northwest Park — 16.03 acres (community park): Facilities include a swimming pool, bath-
house, two pavilions, two basketball courts, and football field. The park also has a playscape,
slides, swings and other similar play equipment, an activity field, and a paved lit parking lot.
Papp Park - 29.73 acres (Community Park): This park's facilities include five ball fields, a rest-
room/concession building, two pavilions, picnic areas, play equipment, swings, and a paved lit
parking lot.
Phoenix Park — 9.85 acres (neighborhood park): This park currently houses a football field,
playscape and a wooded pavilion with new grills, tables and benches and a new 6 bay swing set.
Recreation Center - 3.77 acres (Sports/Business Complex): This recreation facility has five
racquetball courts, a basketball gym, a day care room, weight room, cardio room, three aerobic/
yoga studios, massage therapy room, locker rooms, showers, sauna, walking track , and a paved
lit parking lot. This site also houses Taylor Dance, a fifty year old business providing dance
classes for all age groups. The Taylor Recreation Center is also home to several business who
lease the offices which formerly housed the Golf, Parks and Recreation Staff. This site is one of
the emergency shelters for the City of Taylor and is equipped with a back-up generator.
Rotary Park — 15 acres (Sports complex/neighborhood park): Park facilities at this site in-
clude two softball fields, storage facility, electronic marquee, running path, playscape, a paved lit
parking lot and restroom/concession stand. Neighborhood walk-in access is provided on the north
and south boundaries.
Sheridan Pavilion- The former recreation center and indoor hockey rink was renovated into an
open air pavilion during the first phase of the project, which ended in June 2014. The open air pa-
vilion has been used for summer festival concerts, special gatherings like the opening ceremonies
of the 2014 Downriver Senior Olympics and most recently for the 2015 Taylor Farmer's Market
sponsored by Oakwood Healthcare.
Taylor Meadows Golf Course — 117.38 acres (sports complex): This recreational facility com-
bines a par 71 municipal golf course with a large storm water detention system. Golf operations
include an 18 hole course, putting green, two on course restroom facilities, clubhouse with full res-
taurant, banquet meeting rooms, pro shop and paved parking lot. All amenities are for public use.
Taylor Sportsplex — 18 acres (sports complex): This recreation facility houses two NHL sized
ice arenas, two indoor soccer arenas (one boarded, one non-boarded). Other amenities include a
mezzanine area, pro-shop, concession stand, meeting rooms and a paved lit parking lot. This site
is one of the emergency shelters for the City of Taylor and is equipped with a back-up generator.
This facility also serves the school district for high school graduations.
Tulane/Trafalqar - .60 acres (neighborhood park): This site is limited to neighborhood green
space with horseshoe pits and a small picnic area.
Vince Caplis — 3 acres (community/park): Two little league ball fields with restroom facilities
are operational at this site. Playground equipment is in place together with paved lit parking lot.

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School Properties / Facilities

Although recreational facilities located on school properties are designed for educa-
tional purposes, such facilities are often available after school hours for use by the
general public. Therefore, school sites can play a role in satisfying a portion of the
community-wide recreation needs.
The Taylor School District is comprised of 24.6 square miles and includes the entire
City of Taylor along with students from surrounding communities. The district has
eighteen facilities including one preschool, nine public elementary schools, one
sixth grade academy, two middle schools, two high schools, one career center and
administration buildings.
The existing recreation facilities at the elementary schools are intended for use by
the students during the school day and are available for play after school and dur-
ing the summer months. These areas can be used satisfactorily for the active rec-
reation needs of the general public.
The two middle school recreation facilities expand opportunities with open space,
basketball, and a swimming pool located at one of the sites. These sports areas are
adequate for general public recreation and organized competition, but availability is
limited.
The two high schools have large sites, including several playing fields. Each of the
sites have a swimming pool and a variety of outdoor recreational facilities. Schedul-
ing is a key factor in utilizing these areas by the public, as the facilities are intensely
used for both varsity and physical purposes.

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School Properties / Facilities

Site and Location Facilities Acreage
9.24
Eureka Heights Elementary Ball fields, soccer field, gymna-
Eureka sium 9.00

Holland Elementary Ball fields, basketball courts, 20.15
Holland Road gymnasium, swings, hard sur-

Kinyon Elementary faced play area, playscape
Monroe
Ball fields, basketball courts,
gymnasium, swings, hard sur-

faced play area, playscape

McDowell Elementary Ball fields, basketball courts, 8.00
Brest Road gymnasium, swings 8.00

Moody Elementary ball fields, basketball court, 9.35
Hipp gymnasiums, swings, hard-
surfaced play areas, slides, 9.66
Myers Elementary
Lauren Drive playscape 8.93

Randall Elementary ball fields, basketball court, 52.43
Robert gymnasiums, swings, hard- 18.88
surfaced play areas, slides, See Kinyon
Taylor Parks Elementary 52.43
Pinecrest playscape
50.25
Sixth Grade Academy ball fields, basketball court,
Pine gymnasiums, swings, hard-
surfaced play areas, slides,
Hoover Middle School
Beverly playscape

West Middle School ball fields, basketball court,
William gymnasiums, swings, hard-
surfaced play areas, slides,
Kennedy High School
Kennedy Drive playscape

Truman High School Soccer field, gymnasium (shares
Beech Daly facilities with Kennedy)

ball field, football field, track
basketball court, gymnasium,

Indoor pool

Soccer fields, gymnasium

ball fields, soccer field, track
football field, basketball courts,
gymnasium, indoor pool, tennis

courts

ball fields, soccer field, track
football field, basketball courts,
gymnasium, indoor pool, tennis

courts

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Inventory of Needs

City of Taylor
Parks and Recreation Inventory/Needs

Heritage Park: $125,000
Repair/Replace- $25,000
• Parking Lots and Roadway $80,000
• Walking Path-Crack Fill and Seal Coat $50,000
• Lights (various locations throughout park) $75,000
• Upgraded Signage $7,000
• Tennis Courts $40,000
• Water Wheel Repair $5,000
• Ground Erosion at Bridge
• Change Out Existing CFL Lighting to LED

Sheridan Pavilion: $25,000
Repair/Add- $2,500
• Electrical Service $75,000
• Water Outlets $25,000
• Re-Coat Flooring $20,000
• LED Lighting (interior and exterior)
• Signage

Activity Building: $30,000
Repair/Replace- $20,000
• New Flooring
• Signage

Petting Farm: $2,000
Repair/Replace- $1,000
• Pond Deck-Repair/Stain $4,500
• Replace/Paint Area With Rotting Wood $5,000
• Purchase Reliable Compose Trailer $1,000
• Repair Solar Panel and Wind Turbine
• Printer/Copy Machine For Offices

Ford Senior Center: $3,000
Repair/Replace- $5,000
• Main Hall Dividing Door
• Flooring (damaged by current dividing door)

• Pond and Fountains (removal of growth, rocks need to be replaced and fountains
repaired) ***Guido
• Parking Lot and Sidewalks (cracked, uneven, broken areas need to be repaired/
replaced) $15,000

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Inventory of Needs $5,000
$25,000
Recreation Center:
Replace- $7,000
• Defective Treadmills (two) $5,000
• Damaged Gym Flooring $5,000
Upgrades-
• Purchase Spin Bikes (two) $4,000
• Intercom system
• Camera System $8,000
$5,000
Taylor Northwest Pool: $1,000
Purchase- $3,000
• Picnic Tables for Enclosed Patio (Five)
Replace/Repair- $75,000
• Leaking Roof $50,000
• Peeling Floor Paint Throughout Entire Building $100,000
• Replace Worn Lifeguard Equipment $200,000
• Replace Defective Pool Deck Umbrellas $100,000
$150,000
Lakes of Taylor Golf Course/Banquet Center: $150,000
Repair/Replace- $75,000
• Security Updates $200,000
• Signage $300,000
• Refrigeration Improvements $50,000
• Kitchen Equipment
• Flooring $50,000
• Restroom Access/Add On $100,000
• IT Upgrades
• Irrigation Improvements $50,000
• Tees/Course Renovation $95,000
• Cart Path Renovation $100,000
• Aerators $150,000
$235,000
Taylor Meadows Golf Course:
Repair/Replace- $25,000
• Aerators $10,000
• Irrigation/Drainage Upgrades $25,000
• Signage $225,000
• Refrigeration Improvements
• Security Cameras in Parking Lot 27
• Building Improvements
• Lake Enhancements (sea wall)

Taylor Sportsplex:
Repair/Replace-
• HVAC System
• Landscaping
• Security Upgrades
• Six New Locker Rooms (Belle Tire Arena)

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Private Property Facilities

Bowling Racquetball
Skore Lanes, Ecorse Rd. Coliseum, Telegraph Rd.

Exercise Children’s
Planet Fitness, Telegraph Rd. McDonald’s Playland, Telegraph Rd.
Reps Gym, Telegraph Rd. McDonald’s Playland, Eureka Rd.
McDonald’s Playland, Ecorse Rd.
Seasonal Pump It Up, Northline Rd.
Midway Miniature Golf, Van Born Rd. Sky Zone, Eureka Rd.
Game On, Pardee Rd.
Dance
Janet’s School of Dance, Ecorse Rd.
Dance Korner, Van Born Rd.
Taylor Dance, Goddard Rd.

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Church Facilities

St. Alfred’s Catholic Church/School ball fields, soccer fields,
Telegraph Road playscape and swings
ball field, sandbox, swings,
Evangel Church/School playscape w/slide
Pardee Road ball field, soccer field, track and
fitness course, playscape, swings,
St. John’s Lutheran Church/School sandbox, basketball hoops
Telegraph Road swings, slide, playscape

Northline Baptist Church ball fields, soccer field, swings, slide
Northline Road playscape
swings, sandbox, playscape
Gilead Baptist Church/School ball field, basketball hoops
Telegraph Road
swings, sandbox, tot lot
Taylor Assembly of God Church
Telegraph Road ball field

St. Paschal Baylon Church/Pre-School play area, swings, slides, playscape
Champaign Street
ball fields
Our Lady of the Angels
Pinecrest Street ball fields

St. Constance Church
Kinyon Street

Light & Life Christian School (closed)
Pardee Road

St. Paul’s Church
Goddard Road

South Minister Presbyterian Church
Wick Road

MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

There are twenty-two apartment or townhouse developments within the City of Taylor. All
of these developments are owned either privately or by a non-profit organization. They feature
a variety of outdoor recreation amenities including: 11 swimming pools, 5 tennis courts and
various children's play apparatus/playscapes. Several developments also feature picnic
facilities such as tables, shelters and grills. None of these facilities are open to the public.

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Description/Inventory of Recreational Opportunities Outside Taylor

WAYNE COUNTY PARKS AND PARKWAYS
Edward H. Hines Parkway - A scenic parkway, approximately nineteen miles in
length meandering along the Middle Rouge River. Adjacent parkland includes 2,325
acres and offers an arboretum, historic mills, nature center, hiking trails, golf course
and several picnic areas.
Lower Rouge Parkway - This parkway, located along the Lower Rouge Valley,
contains 1,183 acres. Public recreation facilities include picnic areas, baseball and
softball fields, tennis courts and playground equipment. Facilities for track events
are also available.
Elizabeth Park - Situated on the Detroit River, this park contains 162 acres and of-
fers picnic areas, play fields, shelters, a riverfront walkway and boat launch.

HURON CLINTON METROPOLITAN AUTHORITY
Lower Huron Metropark - Located on the Huron River near Belleville, this 1,256
acre park features picnic areas for large groups, restrooms, shelters and playfields.
Other facilities include a group camp, par 3 golf course, nature trails and a complete
public bathhouse/swimming pool center.
Willow Metropark - This 1,531 acre park, located immediately downriver from
Lower Huron Metropark, features a golf course, winter ice skating pond, hiking/bike
trails, tot lot, picnic areas, dance area and swimming pool.
Oakwoods Metropark - Located on Ford Lake, just west of the City of Flat Rock,
Oakwoods features a complete nature center and nature trails. The park is mainly
oriented to natural recourse interpretive activity.
Lake Erie Metropark - Fronting on the Detroit River at the mouth of the Huron
River, this park covers 1,591 acres. Facilities include a wave action swimming pool,
golf course, marina, boat launch, picnic areas and wild flower museum.

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Action Program Capitol Improvement Schedule/Rationale

Conservation Initiative: Conservation is a high priority. The City of Taylor is committed to developing
active recreation throughout the city. A new initiative proposed in this Recreation Plan is expansion of
wooded conservation areas to protect our city's natural resources. The City is currently collecting and
inventorying all available parcels for passive recreation or conservation.

Prior to disposal of any city owned properties, we are evaluating the quality of the forested areas to
make sure we are protecting our natural resources. Forested properties will not be sold to developers.

The City also aggressively seeks out walk-up park sites for neighborhoods and makes development of
picnic areas, playground equipment and open space a priority. Additional green space and recrea-
tional opportunities are essential to the quality of life within the City of Taylor.

The turn of the century Historical Village located within Heritage Park is a popular destination for many
park users. Improvements slated for this area include the renovation of the exteriors of all historical
buildings and a new restroom facility. Plantings of appropriate aquatic species both in and surrounding
the lake will enhance the ecosystem of the existing lake and is a priority of this department.

Heritage Park: The City continues to expand and develop this centrally located park complex. Im-
provements planned for Heritage Park include additional pavilions with playscapes to meet the usage
demands of the park. Parking spaces are needed in the soccer area along the roadway to handle
safety issues. We would also like to add lighting to the soccer fields for night play. The sculpture in
front of the Community Center needs to be refurbished and relocated to a more suitable site, and im-
provements to landscaping in the entranceways are required. The addition of volleyball courts and
tennis courts to this premier park have become evident through focus group surveys.

Although the Petting Farm was expanded in 2002, further development is required to give additional
opportunities to community members as well as to create a cohesive environment for farm life. Future
development plans for this site include a larger grazing area and a poultry barn. Other items needed
include an outdoor playscape and picnic area with a pavilion to provide an outdoor staging area for
demonstrations such as sheep shearing and animal displays, a covered pathway and additional park-
ing for the growing number of visitors. We would also like to add interactive kiosks throughout the
farm to further educate and encourage participants.

At the Tuesday, May 5 2013 Council Meeting the Sheridan Community Center was
approved for re-purposing to make the space a functional and cost efficient open-air facility.

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Action Program Capitol Improvement Schedule/Rationale

The turn of the century Historical Village located within Heritage Park is a popular desti-
nation for many park users. Improvements slated for this area include the renovation of
the exteriors of all historical buildings and a new restroom facility. Plantings of appropri-
ate aquatic species both in and surrounding the lake will enhance the ecosystem of the
existing lake and is a priority of this department.

The addition of the walking path has been a significant improvement to Heritage Park.
This path took pedestrians off the roadway and made park usage safer. Proposed addi-
tions to the new walking path include exercise stations and lighting with expansion of the
path through current nature trails and through the 60 acres of new park property leased
from Wayne County Community College adjacent to Heritage Park.

The Activity Building, also located in Heritage Park, was built using the 1988 Recreation
Bond Fund. Improvements needed for the interior of the facility include the installation of
a kitchen. Exterior improvements include new gutters and downspouts, and the addition
of signage and landscaping. The purchase of a backup generator will also improve the
overall function of the facility as well as provide a meeting place in case of emergency.

The newly acquired 60 acre Wayne County Community College property is currently in
the development stages. Development under consideration includes a pavilion, rest-
rooms, pathways, playscape and picnic area.

Atlas Park: This park was established in 2009 and is in need of only some dog stations
around the walking path and a few more trees in the play area.

Boardman Park: Boardman Park serves a dual purpose as a recreation site and reten-
tion basin. The park currently has a backstop, soccer/football goals, and a walking path.
In 2008, we added an exercise station along the walk path and in 2009 we added a pavil-
ion and upgraded playscape. Improvements for this park include security lighting on the
sled hill, restrooms for the pavilion, repair and seal the walk path and parking.

Chelsea Park: This newly developed neighborhood park already includes a playscape,
small rock climbing wall, sand box and benches. The only addition required at this time is
a picnic area.

Chestnut Park: This small neighborhood park is currently undeveloped. The develop-
ment of this park site is a priority of this department. This site has been identified for
years as a target park site. The surrounding neighborhood has no accessible means to
any other park in the system without crossing a major roadway. Proposed amenities to
develop this park include a picnic area, a small playscape, playground equipment, sign-
age and landscaping.

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Action Program Capitol Improvement Schedule/Rationale

Ford Senior Center: The Ford Senior Center is in need of seamless gutters, awnings
over the doors and some landscaping around the marquee on Ecorse.

Homestead Park: Homestead Park is a small neighborhood park. Desired improve-
ments to this site include playground equipment, a ditch enclosure, a small picnic shel-
ter, security lighting, signage and landscaping.

Howard Noble Park: This neighborhood park was selected for funds for a Wayne
County grant and will be receiving an updated playscape, new lighting, repairs and
sealing of the walk path, BBQ grills, picnic tables, benches and a dog station.

Jaycee Park: This park had a complete overhaul in 2009 with the help of a local busi-
ness, Home Depot, to upgrade the restrooms for ADA compliance and update the pa-
vilion with a new roof, painting, lighting and new landscaping. With the funds from
CDBG, we were able to add a large new playscape, new swings, BBQ grills, tables and
benches. The only improvement to this park would be to repair and seal the walk path
and add some dog stations.

Lakes of Taylor Golf Course: The Lakes of Taylor Golf Course was built primarily as
a storm water retention facility to alleviate flooding in the southeast section of the city
and has become a prime destination for residents throughout southeastern Michigan.
Improvements to this facility may possibly be funded through the Tax Increment Fi-
nance Authority and include roof/deck repairs, security updates, welcome center/
restroom upgrades, signage, refrigeration improvements, catering vehicles, kitchen
equipment, building improvements, restroom access/add on, pro-shop and snack bar
improvements, IT upgrades, irrigation improvements, GPS for carts, tees/course reno-
vations, banquet center storage, and deck enclosure.

Lucinda Burns Park: Improvements to this park site will include improved picnic area,
a new playscape, signage and landscaping. The landscaping will include plantings of
evergreens on the fence line to create a more user-friendly atmosphere and divide the
park from the residential properties that are immediately adjacent.

Memorial Park: Memorial Park is located just south of the city's municipal complex.
Additional required amenities for this site include a picnic area, and landscaping.

Zub Park: This small tot lot will require minor ADA upgrades, as well as some addi-
tional playground equipment, security lighting, signage and landscaping.

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Action Program Capitol Improvement Schedule/Rationale

Newcastle/Pardee Park: This park site is home to one of the city’s little league
baseball programs. Improvements required include a new concession/restroom
facility, additional security lighting, a small pavilion, drainage improvements, signage
and landscaping.

Northwest Park: Additional improvements to this park will include a walking path
around the park perimeter and landscaping. Also under consideration are
improvements to the current ball field and the addition of a soccer field.

Papp Park: This park is one of the city's oldest and home to one of our little league
baseball programs. Improvements required for this site include new fencing,
landscaping and reconstruction of the roof on the large pavilion.

Phoenix Park: Funds awarded to the city from the Michigan Natural Resources
Trust Fund allowed the city to acquire this land. This property and the surrounding
area had become a high crime area. This property was acquired to develop a quality
passive and active recreational site. This park is currently in the development stages.
Proposed enhancements include a walking path/nature trail, a baseball field, two
basketball courts, a splash park, additional playground equipment, security lighting,
landscaping and repairs to the parking lot and entrance road.

Recreation Center: This facility was opened in the 1970's as a private racquet club
and was purchased and renovated in the 1980's to serve as the city's Recreation
Center. This building is home to the Taylor Dance Program with over 650 active stu-
dents. Administrative offices are also currently located in this building. Recent reno-
vations include a new yoga/aerobics room, a new golf driving room with training
equipment and an instructor, and upgraded gym and weight room floors. Future up-
grades to this facility include a point of sales system, indoor batting cages, upgrade
the carpet/tile, add additional rooms on second floor, add additional equipment for
classes and improved security lighting. Consideration has been given to an indoor
pool to serve community needs.

Little League statues in
Papp Park

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Action Program Capitol Improvement Schedule/Rationale

Rotary Park: Improvements planned for Rotary Park include parking lot improve-
ments, a new pavilion, and enhancements to baseball fencing to protect surrounding
businesses and neighborhoods. Additional landscaping and dog stations are also con-
templated. An important plan for the park includes acquiring additional vacant proper-
ties to the east to expand the footprint of the park. Adding acreage to the park will en-
able expansion of the park and the addition of important amenities.

Taylor Meadows Golf Course: Recent major improvements at Taylor Meadows in-
cluded a clubhouse expansion creating a multi-purpose room that is used for banquets
and golf outings. Future improvements include irrigation improvements, aerators with
new electrical, irrigation and drainage upgrades, signage, starter house, refrigeration
improvements, security cameras in parking area, course renovations, building improve-
ments, cart path and lake enhancements.

Taylor Sportsplex: In 2001, the city opened a multi-purpose recreational facility that
houses two NHL sized ice arenas, two indoor soccer arenas one of which can be
converted into a multi-purpose sports arena. The facility has a multi-purpose outdoor
field that also serves as a water retention basin. Improvements include sound system
upgrades, landscaping, rubber flooring, tile, carpeting and security system updates.
The ice rinks double as emergency morgue for Wayne County.

Timberline Park: This new park is still in the development stages and is in need of
minor landscaping improvements.

Trafalgar/Tulane Park: This park site requires the installation of small playground
equipment.

Vince Caplis Park: This park site, which is home to one of the city's little league
baseball programs are in need of signage and landscaping.

Greenways Initiative: The City of Taylor is participating in the Downriver Linked
Greenways project. Downriver communities, as well as Dearborn, Detroit, and other
agencies are working together to build a Greenway/Bike Trail program for the area.
The department intends to work with the consortium of communities, and may submit a
giant proposal to purchase property for right-of-way purposes, as well as development
of the paths. The city plans to link major commercial, residential, and recreational
amenities in the city by expansion of the greenways and bike trail system. The first
phase of the plan was completed with the construction of the pathway system in
Heritage Park

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Five Year Plan Approval

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Priority Key Funding Sources

1 - High
2 - Medium
3 - Low

Funding Sources

Local Funds - General Fund, Donations, Sponsorships,
Community Recreation Bond
CDBG - Community Development Block Grant
CMI - Clean Michigan Initiative
TIFA - Tax Increment Finance Authority
DDA - Downtown Development Authority
MNRTF - Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund
Building Authority - Taylor Building Authority Funds

Rationale Explanations
1 - Immediate Need
2 - Upgrade of aging Equipment or Facilities
3 - ADA Compliance
4 - Community Survey
5 - Current Facilities are Lacking Amenities to Address

the Needs of the Population
6 - Current Facilities do not Meet Demand
7 - Safety Related Issue
8 - Condition Beyond Normal Life Expectancy
9 - Conservation

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Assessment of Accessability

Assessment of Accessibility

Site Ranking

Atlas Park 4
Boardman Park 4
Chelsea Park 2
Chestnut Park 1
Heritage Park 2
Hipp/Avalon Park 1
Homestead Park 1
Howard Noble Park 3
Jaycee Park 4
Lange Park 1
Lakes of Taylor Golf Course 4
Memorial Park 2
Newcastle/Pardee Park 2
Northwest Park 3
Papp Park 2
Phoenix Park 3
Rotary Park 2
Taylor Meadows Golf Course 4
Taylor Sportsplex 4
Tulane/Trafalgar Park 1
Vince Caplis Park 2
Zub Park 1

1 = None of the facilities/park areas meet accessibility guidelines
2 = Some of the facilities/park areas meet accessibility guidelines
3 = Most of the facilities/park areas meet accessibility guidelines
4 = The entire park areas meet accessibility guidelines
5 = The entire park was development/renovated using the principles

of universal design.

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Goals and Objectives

Goal:

The City of Taylor’s goal for our Parks and Recreation division is to acquire, develop,
maintain and preserve sufficient open space along with the development of recreation
facilities to adequately serve the needs of the residents of our community as well as
neighboring communities.

Objectives:

1. Encourage the development of public open spaces on a scale large enough to
allow the implementation of a multiple use concept of recreation services.

2. Support the acquisition and development of recreation land as a conservative
measure to preserve specific natural features.

3. Encourage the development of neighborhood open spaces.
4. Encourage the development of recreation opportunities by private sources, non-

profit organizations, clubs and schools.
5. Pursue all available funding resources to promote site acquisition, park develop-

ment and recreation programming to meet existing and future needs.
6. Maintain, upgrade and re-purpose existing parks and facilities to make them

More accessible and usable.
7. Address public priorities identified in survey results.
8. Work to provide additional programs and facilities to improve health and

wellness.
9. Provide parks and recreational opportunities that address the identified trends

and fore casted changing demographics of the community.
10. Develop a maintenance plan to effectively and efficiently maintain and upgrade

existing facilities.
11. Develop and cultivate partnerships, both public and private, to more effectively

deliver quality programs and services.
12. Utilize advancements in technology to improve communication and enhance the

efficiency and effectiveness of services to the community

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Appendix

Support Documentation

Community Survey
Notice of Public Hearing and availability of plan for public review
Notice of Public Hearing and availability of plan for public review
Recreation Commission Agenda for Public Hearing
Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes from Public Hearing and Plan approval
City Council Meeting Minutes for Adoption of the Plan

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