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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda RAB 072406AGENDA CITY OF PALM BEACH GARDENS PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MONDAY, JULY 24 AT 7:OOPM COUNCIL CHAMBERS I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES V. ITEMS BY STAFF LIAISON 1. District Park Update 2. Attendance/Meeting Calendar VI. OLD BUSINESS 1. PGA Park Master Plan 2. Golf Course Renovations VII. NEW BUSINESS 1. BRRC Grand Re- Opening 2. Tennis Center Opening VIII. COMMENTS BY PUBLIC IX. COMMENTS BY BOARD X. ADJOURNMENT PGA"N Propose Prej the City of Pa July Tonal Park------, Master Plan a re d for -n Beach Gardens 13, 2006 F-I The RMPK Group J Community and Regional Planning Environmental Planning Landscape Architecture Land Planning Urban Design Table of Contents I. Project Goals II. Site Analysis Analysis Map III. Challenges and Design Objectives IV. Proposed Program Proposed Master Plan Map 440P PALM BEACH G A R D E N S A .kRnanure C.jty 2 3 4 5 6 Project Goals 1. Expand the facilities offered at the park. 2. Improve conditions of existing viable facilities. 3. Improve access and circulation through the park. 4. Provide for the safety and comfort of park visitors. 5. Make repairs to park elements damaged by the hurricane. 6. Improve the aesthetic quality of the park. 44 .0 1 � P A L M B E A C H G A R D E N S A Ntgnawn- 06 Site Analysis SAFETY s No wheelchair accessibility to facilities s Light fixtures are spread out, insufficient s No fencing around playground or ponds VISUAL QUALITY s Overall layout is inefficient and disparate — park elements do not relate to each other s Existing vegetation shows some storm damage, lack of maintenance • Hardscape elements such as parking lot and buildings are obviously aging • Very little landscaping PHYSICAL CONDITIONS • Newspaper boxes are unattractive, signs of vandalism s Stormwater drainage needs to be assessed • No signage for general information or wayfinding • Disc golf tee pads are soft and sandy; course lacks map or signs; baskets are not numbered • Pavilions have walls that limit access and visibility; storm damage to roof of east pavilion • Restrooms need update • Playground equipment needs repair, upgrade • More seating for parents needed around playground s Soccer fields need irrigation, new sod s No storage for soccer nets /equipment s Abandoned football equipment at south end of soccer fields 44t.800 P A L M B E A C H GARDENS A Signalunr fah, • More spectator seating needed s Maintenance area is too small FACILITIES ORGANIZATION • Very few benches • Limited picnic areas • Volleyball courts needed s Jogging/fitness trail needed s No scoreboard or press box for north softball field • Dog Park needed • Concession area needed ACCESS AND PARKING • Hiatt Drive entrance o Limited signage 0 Poor visibility from street o Inefficient driveway • Ryder Cup entrance o No sign along roadway to indicate park entrance o Gate is positioned so that only 6 parking spaces are available o Used primarily as a turnaround s No paved paths between parking and facilities • Parking layout is inefficient s More parking spaces are needed; existing spaces are poorly defined because painted lines have worn off • Traffic circle is unnecessary • Bicycle parking needed 2 PALM BEACH GARDENS A S*mrwr (:rrj, Analysis Map I DRIVE 1' 000' • �,}� • P� 1 �s I SUB- r— is c 3 GOOD CONDITIONS 7 POOR CONDI710NS POINT OF INTEREST • �,}� • P� 1 �s I SUB- r— is c 3 Challenges &Design Objectives COHERENCE AND INTERCONNECTIVITY • Gracefully integrate new elements such as a jogging path, volleyball courts and dog park into an overall design that provides a quality park experience for all users. • Provide design unity through landscaping, hardscape elements (paving), and site furnishings (lights, signs, trash receptacles, etc.). ACCESS AND PARKING • Provide better signage at entrance. • Design effective parking areas to increase number of spaces and proximity to facilities. • Provide logical, easy pedestrian access to activities. SAFETY • Improve lighting • Fence off dangerous areas or areas used by young children. STORMWATER DRAINAGE • Use curbs around paved areas to channel runoff. • Improve drainage on sports fields. VISUAL QUALITY • Add new landscape plantings to replace damaged materials and provide a continuity of design. 4 qtlo PALM BEACH GARDENS A kgnature (.ity C! Proposed Program SAFETY • Pedestrian -scale lighting added around parking areas and walking paths • Playground area is fenced Pavilions are open on all sides • Enhance entry signage • More shade provided on the playground VISUAL QUALITY • Old asphalt replaced with curbed parking areas; pedestrian plazas create comfortable places to stroll • Consistent design elements throughout • Landscaping adds texture, softens paved areas, creates shade PHYSICAL CONDITIONS • New press box includes concessions, storage and restrooms; will serve both fields • Scoreboard added to north softball field • All sports facilities up to high school standards • Open spaces along waterfront used for pavilions and picnic areas • New restrooms and maintenance facility • New playground equipment and play surface • Update sports fields and courts to high school standards • Expand picnic areas and seating • Renovate basketball and tennis courts • Install an irrigation system for the soccer fields • Upgrade disc golf course 449bp PALM BEACH GARDENS A 2Tignalure 04 • Provide wayfinding signage FACILITIES ORGANIZATION • Plaza area with brick pavers around restrooms provides central focal point for the overall plan All activities linked by a paved walkway and plazas • Soccer fields reoriented to allow easier access to restrooms; benches added for additional player & coach seating • Paved jogging path around perimeter of park • Basketball courts moved away from playground • Volleyball, tennis and basketball courts grouped together for easy access from the parking lot • Playground expanded, additional seating provided for parents • Picnic areas expanded with nine small (20'x 20') and one large (40' x 40') pavilions added in open space along waterfront • Police substation moved inside park entrance • Fenced dog park added • Water fountains installed at each facility ACCESS AND PARKING • Paved parking spaces: 189 • Traffic circle replaced with more efficient parking layout and increased pedestrian area • Informal parking area along Hiatt Drive entrance is paved, creating more spaces for soccer and softball • Hiatt Drive entrance: Road is widened and straightened, median added to formalize entry and improve visibility 5 Proposed Master Plan Map -- T NORTHLAKE BLVD PALM BEACH GARDENS ASWwumOy no