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Workshop STAFF MEMO Meeting: Workshop - May 02 2022 Staff Contact: Nilsa Zacarias, Director of Community Development AMR Village of Tequesta's Proposed Parks Master Plan SUMMARY: 111w Village of Tequesta's Proposed Parks Master Plan Department: Community Development This document and any attachments may be reproduced upon request in an alternative format by completing our Accessibility Feedback Form, sending an e-mail to the Village Clerk or calling 561-768-0443. BUDGETED AMOUNT: N/A AVAILABLE AMOUNT: N/A EXPENDITURE AMOUNT: N/A Additional Budgetary Information: Funding Source(s): N/A N/A REVISED 4-27-22 Village of Tequesta Parks Master Plan Report VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA PARKS MASTER PLAN om Apri127, 2022 No Text TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. MASTER PLAN GOALS.................................................................................. 1 1.2. DEMOGRAPHICS AND TRENDS.................................................................... 2 1.3. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN & LEVEL OF SERVICES ........................................... 3 1.4. EXISTING PARK FACILITIES........................................................................... 4 CHAPTER 2. PROACTIVE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROGRAM (4 PS) 2.1. OVERVIEW AND SUMMARY...................................................................... 34 2.2. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION EVENTS............................................................... 37 2.3. STAKEHOLDER INTERVIEWS...................................................................... 46 2.4. COMMUNITY SURVEY................................................................................ 57 CHAPTER 3. CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS 3.1. REMEMBRANCE PARK............................................................................... 70 3.2. TEQUESTA PARK........................................................................................ 76 CHAPTER 4. FINAL REMARKS 4.1. RECOMMENDATIONS............................................................................... 82 4.2. NEXT STEPS...............................................................................................89 CHAPTER 5. APPENDICES 5.1. EVENTS SIGN -IN SHEETS.......................................................................... 92 5.2. COMMUNITY SURVEYS............................................................................ 99 5.3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION........................................................................... 107 5.4. PHOTO GALLERY..................................................................................... ill L EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Village of Tequesta initiated the preparation of its first Parks Master Plan in October 2021. The proposed Parks Master Plan "Our Parks Our Values" is founded on extensive community input and it will serve as a long-term strategic roadmap to guide improvements to the Village's parks. There are many benefits to creating a Village -wide Parks Master Plan. Investing in parks enhances the quality of life for all residents from children to senior residents and strengthens the residents' sense of community. Parks promote physical activity and improve mental wellbeing; they also increase real estate values and reduce air pollutants. The Parks Master Plan is organized in the following five (5) chapters: 1. Introduction 2. Proactive Public Participation Program (4Ps) 3. Conceptual Designs 4. Final Remarks 5. Appendices Chapter 1 — Introduction — Chapter 1 identifies the goals of the Parks Master Plan and evaluates the demographics and socio-economic indicators of the Village population. This chapter includes existing and projected data on population, household type, population age and race, education attainment and housing tenure. In summary, the data shows that Tequesta is a well-educated community with a growing number of families with young children; it has a high rate of homeownership which provides stability for residents and businesses. These demographic trends highlight the importance of parks for the Village's existing and future residents. Chapter 2 — Proactive Public Participation Program (4Ps) — The Parks Master Plan is based on information obtained by public outreach and community engagement. The goal was to listen to residents and prepare a Plan based on their vision, ideas and feedback. This chapter provides a summary of the community outreach efforts which included surveys, interviews, public meetings, information kiosks at Village events, and "open houses" held to explore design ideas. More than 200 participants responded to the Community Survey which elicited input in terms of preference for each park, priorities for park investment and other qualitative information. Chapter 3 — Conceptual Designs — Based on the residents' vision and ideas obtained from the survey, three (3) conceptual design options were prepared for Remembrance Park and Tequesta Park. Then, multiple "opens houses" were held to elicit the residents' preferences regarding amenities and the design itself. The Project Team processed all the input received from the community and designed a proposed conceptual plan for Remembrance and Tequesta Parks. This chapter includes all the design option graphics and proposed conceptual designs. Chapter 4 — Final Remarks — Our Parks Our Values Master Plan reflects the vision of the Village's residents. The plan will serve as a roadmap for a long-term strategy and funding opportunities to improve and develop the Village parks. This chapter includes the proposed conceptual designs for Remembrance Park and Tequesta Park. It also summarizes recommendations for additional parks and open spaces. The Master Plan will facilitate applications for grants since it is based on a village -wide community participation process. Most importantly, the Parks Master plan provides information that will allow to budget park initiatives into the Village's capital improvement program. Chapter 5 — Appendices — This chapter includes sign -in sheets and notes that were taken at the design open houses and public events. Additional photos and documents are also presented in this section. - -I --1 • T • �� _ r� ■ y■ �. or 16 ■ L r • Apw06 L* 1 Mir ' � Lbw . _ • :_ 11 .� F.■ L_ a • F 96 ■ . . w 1. IN T 1 . Ill " .w 11 m ■■ ~ :M' S 1 y b f ■ ti 1 'L ,■ �ti . . .., 1 w_ 9� 1 �■ 11 do -A I ' 1 r kp1L. �' . ^ % . J - - v . n n ., ,: .. F'r. � u _ • _ �1� ml" LL 7 r 1•. L. • .. 7' y ~ 1 he IL • Ep — LI Tlri el • ._ L,. env , i ■ Ir B Re1 J WF • 1 1 •� 1 - ® L _ 16, IL le Y4 Al JR ____mummmm Jm w M ^ n� 1 � E ■ >. s- i �� � Y■v 1 1 � 1 r 1� 1 1 CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. Parks Master Plan Goal Parks master planning is a comprehensive process that provides guidance and policy direction to local government decision makers. The planning process, which engages residents and stakeholders, provides a foundation for understanding and responding to the vision and needs of the community. The process involves strategically examining the community's existing facilities and assessing future needs. Studies indicate that planning for parks facilities attracts economic development, promotes active lifestyles, and builds healthy communities. Our Parks Our Values Master Plan is based on extensive community feedback and will serve as a roadmap for the long-term development of the Village's parks program. In essence, the purpose of this parks master plan is to develop a comprehensive vision for a park system in the context of its location, natural resources, and vision of the community. This Plan will serve as a framework for the long-term use of the park facilities in a manner that is consistent with the Village's comprehensive plan and policy agenda. The Master Plan will facilitate applications for grants since it is based on a village -wide community participation process. Most importantly, the Parks Master plan will provide information that will allow to budget park initiatives into the Village's capital improvement program. Our Parks Our Values Master Plan 1.2. Demographics and Trends This section analyzed demographics and socio-economic indicators as part of the Parks Master Plan including population, household type, age, race, ethnicity, and educational attainment of the Village of Tequesta residents. Population Table 1. presents historic population trends for the Village of Tequesta. Incorporated in 1957, the Village experienced rapid growth during the sixties and seventies. Large industries arrived to this northern area of Palm Beach County during this time, which resulted in the development of multiple subdivisions to accommodate new job opportunities. Throughout the 1980, 1990s, and 2000s, the Village experienced a steady population increase. However, the growth rate was on a steady decline, as the Village became almost fully developed. Besides potential development and redevelopment opportunities on the few remaining vacant lots, the population is not expected to see much more significant increases to the population from new development. According to the Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) of the University of Florida, thepopulation of the Village had increased to 6,158 people by 2020. Table 1. Historic Population Trends Population Estimate 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2014 2015 2020 Sources: U.S. Census Bureau accessed February 2, 2022; 1980 & 1990 Decennial Census; Bureau of Economicand Business Research (BEBR), University of Florida 2010 U.S. Census Population Projections As indicated in Table 1, the most recent estimate of the permanent population for the Village is 6,186 residents for 2040, according to the Shimberg Center for Housing Studies Clearing, which are based on University of Florida's Bureau of Economic and _Business Research (BEBR) and the center's housing data. Seasonal population presented an actual increase of 325 people between the last decennial censuses. That represented a 54% increase in seasonal residents. That growth coincided with a peak in Condo construction where the majority of seasonal residents own or rent property today. Since then, the Village VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 2 has essentially reached abuilt-out status. It has been assumed that seasonal population may continue to grow but at the same pace of the permanent population. Table 2. presents a total population, including seasonal, of 7,128 people for the year 2040. Therefore, both permanent and seasonal population are expected to remain stable over the next 20 years given the built -out status mentioned above, unless the Village chooses to pursue a new major annexation program, which has been rejected in the recent past by residents of those areas, or attract considerable higher density redevelopment in the future. In conclusion, Table 2. presents actual population growth increase between the last two decennial censuses. Since then, the Village has experienced very little population growth, which is estimated to continue, as shown in the projected population 2015-2040. A factor that has certainly contributed to the Village's slowing growth rate include the lack of available land for new development, since the Village is basically built out. Future estimated population growth could be accommodated in the remaining vacant land, potential annexation of unincorporated enclaves scattered throughout the Village or potential redevelopment of existing areas. Table 2. Projected Total Population, Village of Tequesta, 2015-2040 Projected Total Population 2015-2040 76 87 62 27 66 0871 8 2000 2010 2015 2020 Permanent 2025 2030 t Seasonal ■ TOTAL: 2035 2040 Sources: University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research, Population Projections; U.S. Census Bureau, 2000 and 2010 Decennial Census; Palm Beach County Planning Zoning & Building Department: 2016 County Profile-2010 Seasonal figure for Tequesta; Shimberg 2010-40 projections, Accessed Nov 16,2021. This section examines the socioeconomic characteristics of the population. The following analysis is based on the American Community Survey (ACS) of the U.S. Census Bureau which includes estimates based on a sample of households over a 9-year period. The data provided by the ACS allows an in-depth analysis of socioeconomic variables and trends. The following tables reflect the most recent data provided by the ACS and are organized in columns, representing a 9- year periodfrom 2010 and 2019. 3 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT Table 3 presents the number of households and persons per household according to the American Community Survey (ACS) from the U.S. Census Bureau. A household is defined as the person or persons occupying a dwelling unit. As the average household size decreases, the number of households or required dwelling units increases relative to the population. Due to several factors, average household size is decreasing throughout the United States. These factors include families having fewer children and delaying the birth of children; young adults no longer living with parents but moving out on their own, and older persons living longer independently and not returning to their children in their later years. Combined, these factors have led to a decrease in the average household size. Conversely, the average household size in the Village of Tequesta shows a slight decrease from 2.27 to 2.26 between 2010 and 2019, as indicated in Table 3. Table 3. Household by Type Family households11567 62.9% N N (families) • 0 23.7% N N With own children under 18 years "-ITouple family ' . 11397 52.0% With own children under438 18 17.6% 410 15.3% years 3.6% 405 15.1% Male householder, no wife90 present, family With own children under50 2.0% 30 1.1% 18 years Female householder, no •. 7.9% 793 29.5% husband present, family With own children under102 18 4.1% 81 3.0% years Nonfami ly households923 37.1% 953 37.8% Householder living 824 33.1% 621 23.1% 65 years and over414 16.6% 392 4.6% Households with one or653 26.2% 531 19.8% more people under 18 years Households with one or1021 41.0% 11180 ' ' ' Average Household Size:2.27 N 2.26 (X)% Source: U.S. Census Bureau; 2010 5-Year American Community Survey & 2019 5-Year America nCommunity Survey. VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 4 Population Age Table 4 shows the numerical and percentage breakdown of the Village's population by age in 2010 and 2019 according to the American Community Survey (ACS) fromthe U.S. Census Bureau. The 45-54-year-old age group is the largest in both years (16.7% and 15.2%). In both 2010 and 2019, the second largest age group was 65-74-year-olds. However, the population in this age group decreased between 2010 and 2019, from 15.5% to 14.5%. Overall, Tequesta's population 65 and over has decreased, with the most growth seen in the 45 to 59-year age groups. Table 4 also indicates that the number of children under 5 years old increased from 1.9% to 2.9%. Table 4. Population Age Total Population Estimate 51642 Percent L J (X) L Estimate 61071 Percent L J (X) - 21669 47.3% 31082 49.2% Female 21973 52.7% 21989 50.8% Under 5years106 1.9% 179 2.9% to ' years 366 6.5% 308 5.1 % years 381 6.8% 359 5.9% 15 to 19 years310 5.5% 337 5.6% years 230 4.1 % 311 5.1 % 25 to 34 years393 7.0% 455 7.5% 35 to 44 years 642 11.4% 463 7.6% 45 to 54 years941 16.7% 922 15.2% 55 to 59 years465 8.2% 605 10.0% • 0 to • ' years 301 5.3% 358 5.9% 65 to 74 years872 15.5% 878 14.5% 75 to 8' years 512 9.1% 547 9.1% 2.2% 349 5.7% 85 years and over123 Median- • - (years) 49.3 (X) 52.7 (X) Source: U.S. Census Bureau; 2010 5-Year American Community Survey & 2019 5-Year American CommunitySurvey. Population Race Tables 5 and 6 present the racial characteristics of the Village's population according to the American the Community Survey (ACS) from the U.S. Census Bureau. At 95.5%, the largest portion of the population in the Village of Tequesta is White. While the White population decreased between 2010 and 2019, the second largest race population, Hispanic or Latino of any race, increased from 6.3% to 8.2%. The Village's Asian population also increased from 1.8% to 2.1% between 2010 and 2019. 5 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT Table 5. Population Race 5, 642 (X7 5)412 95.9% 35 0.6% 0 0.0% 6707'ldF" * (X) 57744 94.6 % 20 0.3% 11 0.2% 101 1.8% 130 2.1% 04 0 0.0% 0 0.0% Z43 0.8% 158A6 2.6% 1 Source: U.S. Census Bureau; 2010 5-Year American Community Survey & 2019 5-Year American CommunitySurvey. Table 6. Population Origin and Race Total Population 6,071 5,463 • .: ' . 5797 95.5% Black or African American alone .' , 20 0.3% 6.3% 500 : ' , Hispanic or Latino (of any race)355 American Indian and Alaska Native alone 27 0 , , 19 0 , , Native Hawaiian and Other 0 Pacific Islanderalone 0.0% 0 0.0% Asian alone101 1.8% 130 2.1% Some other race alone0 0.0% 158 2.6% Source: U.S. Census Bureau; 2010 5-Year American Community Survey & 2019 5-Year AmericanCommunity Survey. VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 6 Education Table 7 indicates the education attainment level of the Village's population according to the American Community Survey (ACS) from the U.S. Census Bureau. Achievement levels are broken down into different categories. The college level groups are further broken down to show those that had some college (no degree), an associate's degree, a bachelor's degree, and a graduate or professional degree. Achievement levels recorded are the highest level (years completed) reachedby an individual. According to Table 7, 93.8% of the population had a high school diploma or higher educational level in the 2010 period. The Village of Tequesta experienced a small increase to 96.9 % in the period 2019. The number of individuals with a graduate or professional degree increased from 11.8% in 2010 to 21.4 % in 2019 in the Village. Table 7. Educational Attainment Educational Attainment 5000 4500 4000 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 - Educational Attainment ■ Population 25 years and over ■ Less than 9th grade 2010 41249 97 165 0 2.30% 3.90% 2019 4,577 If 20 124 0 0.40% 2.70% ■ 9th to 12th grade, no diploma Highschool graduate (includes equivalency) 1,087 25.60% 886 19.40% Some college, no degree 941 22.10% 859 18.80% ■ Associate's degree 287 6.80% 534 11.7 ■ Bachelor's degree 1,169 27.50% 1173 25.60% ■ Graduate or professional degree 503 11.80% 981 21.40% Percent bachelor's degree or higher 39.40% 2,154 47.10% Percent high school graduate or higher 93.80% 4,433 96.90% Source: U.S. Census Bureau; 2010 5-Year American Community Survey & 2019 5-Year American CommunitySurvey. 7 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT Housing Tenure Table 8 indicates that between 2010 in 2019J. Tequesta saw a slight shift in the number of owner- occupied and renter -occupied units. Owner -occupied units increased by 3.9 percent, while renter -occupied units decreased by 3.9 percent during that time. By 2019, 86.3 percent of all occupied housing units in Tequesta were owner -occupied, in contrast with 13.7 percent occupied by renters.The average number of persons per household, both owner- and renter -occupied, is slightly over two (2.29 and 2.09, respectively) in Tequesta. This is consistent with the larger concentration of retirees and "empty nesters" in Tequesta. Table 8. Housing Tenure Housing Tenure 2010 2019 Occupied housing units 2,490 2,684 ■ Owner -occupied 21053 437 2,315 369 ■ Renter -occupied ■ Average household size of owner - occupied unit 2.31 2.29 L Average household size of renter occupied unit 2.04 2.09 Occupied housing units Renter -occupied Average household size of renter -occupied unit Owner -occupied m Average household size of owner -occupied unit Source: U.S. Census Bureau; 2010 5-Year American Community Survey & 2019 5-Year American Community Survey. VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 8 1.3. Comprehensive Plan and Level of Services The Village of Tequesta's Comprehensive Plan was updated and adopted by the Village Council in 2018. The subject plan was reviewed by the State Land Planning Agency (Department of Economic Opportunity), and it is in compliance with Florida Statutes. The Comprehensive Plan includes the following elements or chapters: • Future Land Use • Transportation • Housing • Utilities Sanitary Sewer Solid Waste Potable Water Stormwater Management Natural Groundwater Aquifer Recharge • Conservation • Recreation & Open Space • Intergovernmental Coordination • Coastal Management • Capital Improvement The Comprehensive Plan Recreation and Open Space Element includes the following: VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE ELEMENT Goal: 1.0.0 The development of a sustainable recreation and open space system that adequately provides for the current and projected recreational needs of the Village and enhances its built and natural environment by providing active and passive recreation opportunities. Objective: 1.1.0 Maintain community and neighborhood parks and facilities meeting the current and future needs of all age groups in Tequesta. Policy: 1.1.1 Provide recreation facilities which offer sufficient choice and variety for all age groups. Policy: 1.1.2 Continue the implementation of recreation programs for Tequesta Park that complement and enhance the use of the Village's recreational facility assets, with periodic evaluations of how these programs are meeting the recreation needs of the Village. Objective: 1.2.0 As part of the development approval process, require that recreation areas be provided as a part of the development, or accept a recreation fee in lieu of land, where and when appropriate, in order to maintain a sustainable recreation system for the community. Policy: 1.2.1 The Village shall continue to zone all properties utilized or targeted for recreation and open space purposes as R/OP, Recreation/Open Space. Objective: 1.3.0 Continue to coordinate development which allows safe and easy access to recreational facilities outside and within the Village's corporate limits in a manner that is consistent with the Transportation Element of this Plan and the Village of Tequesta Capital Improvement Program. Policy:1.3.1 The Village should provide for safe access to recreation areas by making road 9 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT improvements and pathway improvements compatible with surrounding development patterns and consistent with the Village Capital Improvement Program and Transportation Element. Policy: 1.3.2 Existing roads and thoroughfares should be considered as primary locations for the accommodation of bicycle traffic when they lead to the Village's park and recreation facilities and encourage bicycle paths in the parks. Policy: 1.3.3 Obtain easements or use road rights -of -way for bicycle and pedestrian paths well in advance of development where they are desired consistent with Complete Street principles. Policy: 1.3.4 In providing pathways with safe access to recreational areas, the Village should coordinate this activity with surrounding involved governments by reviewing Comprehensive Plans and Capital Improvement Programs of adjacent governments as part of the annual budgetary process. Objective: 1.4.0 Continue to expand recreational facilities with the growth of the Village to meet the needs of the residents and Level of Service Standards. Policy: 1.4.1 Preserve currently allocated recreational areas within the Village by zoning those parcels and properties R/OP, Recreation/Open Space district. Policy: 1.4.2 Strive to meet minimum standards for recreation open space, service areas, and facilities as established in the Policy 1.4.5 of this Element. Policy: 1.4.3 Encourage the use of private recreation facilities within the Village and work cooperatively with the private sector to provide public recreation areas in future developments as part of the site plan review process. Policy: 1.4.4 Through cooperative arrangements, encourage the use of existing school and publicly owned recreation facilities in the North County area to meet the recreation needs of Village residents. Policy: 1.4.5 The following Level of Service Standards, shall apply to recreation and open space facilities within the Village of Tequesta. Classification Area/Activity Standard (Unit/Population) Neighborhood Parks 2 acres/1,000 dw Community Parks 2 acres/1,000 Policy:1.4.6 The Village shall continue maintaining and enforcing landscaping regulations which establish landscaping and open space definitions, standards and regulations consistent with Florida Friendly Landscaping requirements. Policy: 1.4.7 The Village should continue to work cooperatively with the Federal Government and Palm Beach County to direct the development of the Coast Guard property north of CR 707 for future recreation/open space, culture/civic and/or other appropriate public use. Since there is similar federally owned property south to CR 707 within the corporate limits of the Town of Jupiter, the Village should investigate coordination with their work toward similar development of the entire area. Objective: 1.5.0 Consider utilizing methods of obtaining additional land to increase the community and neighborhood recreational facilities within the corporate limits of Tequesta when necessary. Policy: 1.5.1 Establish methods for the use of and/or purchase of privately owned lands suitable for recreation in order to increase the existing inventory of recreation areas and open space VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 10 facilities. Policy: 1.5.2. The Village shall consider seeking land donations from property owners and financial contributions from the private sector for the development of recreational opportunities. Policy: 1.5.3 The Village shall coordinate ways and means for private developers to provide public recreation facilities within their developments. Policy: 1.5.4. The Village shall encourage co-sponsorship of recreational and cultural events, such as races, greenmarkets, festivals and athletic events, using Village facilities as a location for these events. Objective: 1.6.0 Continue to receive and consider citizen input in determining recreational needs of the community. Policy: 1.6.1 Encourage citizen participation in determining recreation facility needs for the various existing and future neighborhood recreation developments by adhering to the public participation procedures established by this Plan. Policy: 1.6.2 Maintain citizen input in the planning of additional recreational facilities within the Village by adhering to the public participation procedures established by this Plan. Objective: 1. 7. 0 Encourage the protection and supplementation of the existing tree canopy, a vital community and environmental asset, in order to sustain the resource and maintain the environmental benefits provided by mature tree canopies. Policy: 1.7.1 Consider acquiring and preserving open space lands for purposes of recreation, habitat protection and enhancement. Policy: 1.7.2 Consider the community's street trees as infrastructure and strive to preserve and protect these trees as a community and private property asset. Policy:1.7.3 The Village shall encourage Tree and Landscape Ordinances to support sustainable development principles of tree preservation as a key element in retention and provision of plant materials and minimize impact to the existing site resources. Policy: 1.7.4 The Village shall support Public/Private beautification efforts on public property and encourage private maintenance agreements. Objective: 1.8.0 Coordinate with the Southeast Florida Regional Greenways and Trails Plan, the Village's greenway and trail initiatives throughout its geographical boundary and along its waterfront areas, Policy: 1.8.1 Consider adopting Southeast Florida Regional Greenways and Trails Plan to coordinate the development of a future greenways and trails network within the Village that connects to County trails and facilities. Policy: 1.8.2 Seek funding opportunities for acquisition, development and maintenance of sites for greenway corridors. Policy: 1.8.3 Utilize future park and open space acquisition opportunities to connect the Village's existing park and open space into a coordinated greenway and trail system 11 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT Policy: 1.8.1 Consider adopting Southeast Florida Regional Greenways and Trails Plan to coordinate the development of a future greenways and trails network within the Village that connects to County trails and facilities. Policy: 1.8.2 Seek funding opportunities for acquisition, development and maintenance of sites for greenway corridors. Policy: 1.8.3 Utilize future park and open space acquisition opportunities to connect the Village's existing park and open space into a coordinated greenway and trail system. Level of Service Analysis Parks and open spaces managed by other entities were not included in the park LOS analysis. Specifically, the open space area known as Eco Site No. 61, that corresponds to the approximately 50-acre north portion of the federally owned and managed 120-acre Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (ONA), is located within the Village boundaries. This federally -owned open space area provides a walking trail and beach frontage along the Intracoastal Waterway. Likewise, Coral Cove Park is a County -owned and operated community park located within the corporate limits of Tequesta. This park is a 6.21-acre beachfront park located on the barrier island portion of The Village. The park has 955.5 feet of beach, one mile of nature trail, a fishing site, a picnic table area, a playground, and is used by Village residents and non-residents. Policy: 1. .5 The fol low rig Level of Service Standards, shall apply to recreation and opera space facilities within the Village of Te uesta. C I a ss i fi c ati o n Area Activ i ty Neighborhood Parks oi-nimunityParrs Standard (Unit/Population) 2 acresf 1,OC10 2 acres/1,000 The following tables analyze current demand and available capacity, comparing current level of service standards for existing and projected population. According to the Village Comprehensive Plan the Village adopted a Level -of -Service (LOS) standard of two (2) acres of park space for every 1,000 population for both community and neighborhood parks. The demand and capacity for community and neighborhood parks and other activity areas is calculated in Table 9, which shows the Village's current park area / activity demand and capacity according to a total population estimate of 6,158 (US Census Quickfacts dated July 1, 2021). VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 12 Table 9. Demand* and Capacity for Current Population CommunityParks 45.00 'JIF2/1,000 63158 12.31 32.69 Neighborhood Park 14.78 2/11000 63158 12.31 2.47 Table 10. Demand* and Capacity for Future Population CommunityParks W45.00 2/17000 77128 14.3 30.7 Neighborhood Parks 14.78 2/17000 77128 14.3 0.48 *Supply based on the Village's direct ownership and or management of parks. County and Federal parks are not included. 1.4. Existing Parks Facilities This section includes an inventory of the Village's existing recreation and open space sites and facilities. They are classified according to their type and function. Figure 1. below illustrates the location of the public parks that serve the Village population. Figure 1. Parks and Open Spaces f 1 Y 1.4 a• L 06 16w-1WilyIUL7 LEL tAW. t MeT,+-in Irel-e I-], F,I• %r4y,�y e 4,1r • . 'e . iu qF 13 The Parks and Recreation Department oversees and manages the recreation program and park facilities of the Village of Tequesta. Table 11. lists the existing Village parks and open spaces. Table 11. Existing Inventory INVENTORY EXISTING (Acres) NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS TOMM &%* Village Green Park Remembrance Park (Currently a vacant site) Linear Park Point Drive Open Space/Recreation Area (Banyan Tree) Total � towmilt NITY PARKS Tequesta Park Total ■ NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS 1.50 1.76 7.12 .46 14.78 44 45.00 45.00 A neighborhood park is a "walk to" park generally located along streets where people can walk or bicycle without encountering heavy traffic, and generally it serves the population of a neighborhood in a radius of up to one-half mile. A neighborhood park can be passive or active according to the facilities that are included in the park. The Village owns or leases land from other agencies for neighborhood parks. The three Village -owned neighborhood parks include the Village Green, Constitution Park, and Remembrance Park. The Linear Park land is leased from the FEC Railroad. VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 14 Village Green Park The Village Green is a passive park located adjacent to the Village Hall complex. The park features a monument honoring First Responders, walkways, benches and a fountain. In 1977, the Village of Tequesta contracted Jenkins Landscape to design the landscape and green area. In 1985, the Village Council approved the site plan review for the fountain, and it was built from donations thanks to contributors and sponsors whose names are inscribed on the sign placed on the fountain. VILLAGE GREEN PARK 345 Tequesta Drive (outside the Village of Tequesta Municipal Complex) Type: Passive Water fountain, benches, sidewalks, landscaping Amenities: Acres: 1.50 15 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT A r ■ 16 91 91 % L aw 94. .16 % I . I N '0 ON % L 7% 116 ,16 M A r IS AT % 0 r 6% -A Nir di .16. L I 1% IN, pe IN .1 6 ir 91"o VXi L I ma w Ir L M. I '96 r A& 10 1 v . • �4_. m L' % r I L dW6 1,6 "A fin....� Will tow .1111F Ir. A 71 AliI'm . IN P-- Al Constitution Park Constitution Park is a Village -owned active neighborhood park surrounded on all sides by a residential area. The park includes nature trails, basketball courts, a skate park, picnic pavilion, benches, shade trees, a putt -putt course, and playgrounds. The following are benchmark dates regarding Constitution Park history: • On December 27, 1961, Mr. William E. Schlusemeyer, President of Vacation Homes, sold lots 34 & 35, Block 16 of Jupiter in the Pines to Plantreat, Inc. • On August 1, 1962, Mr. Schlusemeyer sold the property now known as the Recreation Center to the Jupiter Tequesta Junior Citizens (JTJC) for $10.00. • In 1970, Plantreat, Inc. also acquires Lots 32 & 33, Block 16 of Jupiter in the Pines from Vacation Homes. • In 1971, Plantreat was replaced by the Loxahatchee Environmental Control District, which in 1983 sold Lots 32, 33 and 34, Block 16 to the Village of Tequesta. • In 1963, the building was constructed by the JTJC Board of Directors. • In 1987, the Village of Tequesta purchased Lot 510 from Jupiter Properties, Inc. • On June 9, 1987, a consensus was given by the Village Council to designate the "Dover Road Park" as Constitution Park to observe the bicentennial year of the signing of the United States Constitution. • In 1991, after negotiations between the Village and the owner of Lot 512, the lot was purchased from Susan Dubois Kindt. • On September 20, 1993, after various interactions with JTJC, Tequesta Gardens and the Church of Good Shepherd, the Village of Tequesta entered a 50-year Lease Agreement between JTJC and the Village. • Finally, on June, 15, 1996, the Village held a Grand Opening Celebration for Constitution Park. 17 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT PARKS M 45 ER PLAN r ■ M'% 1 u. Aw t .. -, L ti_ a6L--^ f �• _ 4 For* m�9 _ �_We I _ 4 _ r �. I Y i ; • • - * , °OL ti i1 - . it ��•�_ ' � — — — - . �,� r r • � r _ Feu r '�14'.� Remembrance Park Currently, Remembrance Park is a vacant site. The subject site was once a stop for Henry Flagler's railroad to Key West. In 1966, Betty Bush, of "The Beacon", purchased the two -level dark red and white building (train depot) and moved it to her property off Seabrook Road. In 1997, Ms. Bush passed away and her family occupied the home for a few years before having a caretaker live there. In 2005, Mayor Jim Humpage reported to the Village Council that the property located on Seabrook Road was going to be sold and the uncertainty of the train station situated on the site. During the April 2010 Village Council Meeting, Mr. Humpage informed the public of the price of the Seabrook Road property, and in December 2010, the Village of Tequesta purchased the property with the intention to demolish the structures and have a park. The Loxahatchee Guild then expressed interest in preserving the depot and relocating it to Jupiter. On April 15, 2012, the Loxahatchee Guild, Florida East Coast Railway Society, Town of Jupiter and Village of Tequesta representatives gathered in Sawfish Bay Park to welcome the depot to its newlocation, where the building will be preserved. This subject Master Plan includes a number of community outreach events to design and plan Remembrance Park. REMEMBRANCE PARK 483 Seabrook Road Type: Passive Vacant land Amenities: Acres: 1.76 19 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT �i Iw k, ',yl S�I' •�, _ !ter' a'• M1.• N , '�« .'•'s Div I nell'. ; IL y r aTlq� �/� i, i tf S n y� s t♦ T I �. i I+IR9 1Y r .. �.;a00-A"aa,t& 'nR'!� ,..;, fir,,, r ) �_ r -- �� �'-`. :-�=-' �f +'•i xY , �,,;_. 1 - .. �,�y W."i.xayT lope- Vr �� .. -,sr - _ i 4 '>. Y't. ••`I :y r- _. - _<�� '`'"' �_;iE r 1 ..d fir. �- - ; i I •� •e`'t` � f -` / - i. Y�' "'. .�s �y �.A aer .k + ..'.. 3 - - ..;% ✓i `,�- �. ��.J�,�y�' ,� �q:� 1,+ _ � ^ •�"�,'S �y-�� . "�--�y4",'3„� : � . r� r..r��. M �•3�;� •'7P"�`' ' .:,7 - rr•� a� .�r�.r�� _ _ _} L�y�,' '� '•"` `.��rjF��, ri��^"� >'_��7• .�cf �i. �.�� y - _.�/ ,c}��.r�kf^'.ff� Y•� - .' r,� - i 97 �A.t i '. � .. �i,: _ 1 pq r r Joe . ir !, r Ro a, L a r P fl'I. JIL �I 1 u4a. wee' .' - y�:',Y:� .. JF. � I_, "A Linear Park The Village of Tequesta leases from the FEC Railroad a portion of its right-of-way for the Linear Park. This Passive Park is abutting Old Dixie Highway and includes apergola, a sidewalk and landscaping. At the April 14, 2005 Council Meeting, the Village Council reviewed a presentation for the Tequesta Linear Park and Tequesta Drive Beautification project. The initiative proposed to develop and improve the land adjacent to the FEC tracks on Old Dixie Highway from Tequesta Drive to County Line Road, and later on it was approved by the Village Council on July 14, 2005 (Resolution No 81-04-05). LINEAR PARK Old Dixie Type: Passive Sidewalk facilities, landscaping, pergola Amenities: Acres: 7.12 21 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 1, `s i� -�". �' ��-i. - _ "•. ;_d � � - - . r •^.ate Y§j � . • ,..; .� - y.v , - -� 4 L •RP is "V. , `a s ° .t 5 l � 4 QQ t Y. t.. �r Point Drive Open Space (Banyan Tree) This Banyan Tree site is surrounded by residential homes, and it has been embraced by the community because of its character and beauty. POINT DRIVE OPEN SPACE (BANYAN TREE) Type: Passive One (1) bench, one (1) Banyan Tree Amenities: Acres: 0.46 23 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT #• Y 7 '. / r 41, .1,:9 r r � f 10 `.. � ,• y e. '. i� Y. ; ��. i ! rF, Y a - - � ` �i•. '." r �l� •ra , 1� d ; s �� y/ e" � �,- � * r « .�#� �� +�+qa_ s a� # �,..' °'�.' ref w'Y'•`-,j, ,�4 a 41 #V 14 •d ° a t P a Cis MEN MI I 11jj w 11 C Wwa —'�- V . -•,'..�,`n-�' < a� 4ft JtllllkPW-- �- " • r r ' ''mot• � « +�",t� � • r t i q4 - , . r � ` 11t — ,' a� e4. et 5 in ,T Wa . +4 • , , r , ■ " - #,.. f • „ T �. r + i ' f • . "' k 4 c'�''.. r i m - Al .• „ ter. _• ° . + -I ` + slow a a • '# IR , t, _ AjK �.Iifn=If fi I op ILL : a a . � «ti � • to '� _ � ' y: �, � �, -. � '' � � a " , � - +�'"'' � � ,•* *'ter . .#k a p''i M� •� M 4 • �y�fa'' .. 1 • - i 41i .. - e TP ML do 1p 14 t / a : e _ 1 r _ COMMUNITY PARKS A community park is a "ride to" park located near major streets or arterials. It is designed to serve community residents within a radius of up to three miles. Multi -modal access to community parks is strongly encouraged, and can be enhanced by bike paths and pedestrian walkways. Typical facilities found in community parks are designed to serve the entire family and include both passive and active recreation opportunities such as playgrounds, recreation buildings, sports fields, multipurpose courts, picnic areas, open play areas, swimming pools, and natural trails. Adequate off- street parking is also required in a community park. Just as a neighborhood park fulfills the recreation needs of a neighborhood, a community park is designed to meet the recreation needs of an entire community. Tequesta Park Tequesta Park is a 45-acre community park located on the north side of County line Road in Martin County, and it is owned by the State of Florida. The following benchmark dates are part of the Tequesta Park history: • In 1956, the Jupiter-Tequesta Kiwanis Club members began exploring the establishment of a youth center, and Roy Rood, owner of Rood Landscaping, was instrumental in establishing the pa rk. • In 1972, the Tequesta's Village Manager, Mr. Robert Harp, expressed interest in acquiring Kiwanis Park. The State of Florida's Division of Recreation and Parks, provided a letter to Mr.Harp explaining that a long-term lease (99 years) agreement would be considered rather than a deed and that Tequesta could possibly lease and police the property even though it was in another county. • On December 6, 1972, the Village received a letter from the State of Florida, Division of Recreation and Parks pertaining to the transfer of the lease from Kiwanis Club, to the Village of Tequesta. • On December 19, 1972, an assignment of revocable lease was provided for Jupiter-Tequesta Kiwanis Club to the Village of Tequesta. • On July 1973, the State of Florida's Department of Legal Affairs Office of the Attorney General issued a letter to the Village of Tequesta authorizing the lease for the recreational park located in another county. 25 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT This subject Master Plan included a number of community events to receive input from the residents for designing and planning Tequesta Park. TEQU ESTA PARK 2280 County Line Road Type: Active 4 Tennis Courts, 6 Pickleball Courts, 2 Basketball Courts, 1 Amenities: Baseball Field, Multi -purpose field, picnic pavilion, Acres: 45.0 restroom facility, walking trails VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 26 �M ; 4 r -:� {,� AM, ��II►.o i■pr r . , s •`� �:df k � ," ),was.' * s� :'.t ,t. -. w cw Y ". ���1j+{ 4Ci�� 1+ .� ram:?{�, /:y, } 1� i+ ;7i• ''� -- Jupiter Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (JLONA) The Jupiter Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (JLONA) open space known as Eco Site No. 61, is a federally owned and managed 120-acre Jupiter Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area (JLONA). The area located within the Village boundaries is approximately 50 acres, and provides walking trails and frontage along the Intracoastal Waterway, which is enjoyed by Village residents and non- residents. JLONA 1600 Beach Road Type: Passive Natural Trails Views of Intracoastal Amenities: Acres: 50 VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 28 J/1 'CIO • OL . Aiwo I No" km wn--- like 6 84 mom -all .I Iry rg ov 3;0 .4"p- Ar f4 It4i Ilk 4pk TV Coral Cove Park The Coral Cove Park is owned and maintained by Palm Beach County. This park was annexed within the Village boundaries in 1985. The park has beach frontage along the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway and it is enjoyed by Tequesta's residents and non-residents. CORAL COVE PARK 1600 Beach Road Type: Active Playground, restrooms, grills, picnic tables beach and nature Amenities: Acres: 6.21 trails. VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 30 4 1. ' 1. T 1 4 V T E+ 1 9 i i 1• � r- °I Lm ` I, b so r OF Ea � , • ! � "Ito . ..: _ t a � _i - � 9 �,�• F,1 � T a.: .� �.�- a —•. � : .P 06 FF a e, . wek6 -"In ell ur _ • . 1 , °° '• � 1 ,. ��� it � �� . y � ` . r _ r,°•.• 7' • - ' r. T ., - s• w 17 ,' �,._ .. .. 31 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT AN Ilk 01Of WTQR0",0l 7, , ice �il N 00, /• zk� 4Ak1 ,'4\ �I• I > � � `�Y' I a ," 1`,V1''`,,• i' �\`��� .� t � �.` \�'� \•� � , + �/ • .��' •�• • � r• / . . � � +.: r't �\ 11' �1� �` �1\ �r�►'�/��r� � ��•,`�� i/' .,�, '' .� �. I oe V I �r ;. 't� '' ,`,\` , :. �I •!f i 41 �• 0 ,%0 t • ��f • olVt lw • I -% I •� I mik t ijw %L • �' / ,,�. i � �' , . �' :' , � .�', ' q I � • l l Ili / �/. ;; • , .,,� �: /, �'�� � ,�., /�,r • , � .� ., —It. 0 -vj LP, -I', / 11) � I / 4� 0 �f' � a's 7 �!. •J 1rj � - \ ,i. N V �l �t �� �I`� �, ��. ��, !',! l 'l; ,. �• /•� ,•� I `. • �, , 1 Yrj�'� /i��% �� `'1' � II \� I f` t / i � 1, ^� _ - a � ' 1 J� - � � � .. _A 00-0 IF k- 4 Aar- 44 4 t�'� :4ip, Li mom MOLL rem Ar Jf 4r A01 J6- -A- hkL W- W A *t r7- `�v CHAPTER 2. PROACTIVE PUBLIC nnnTii^innTi�N PROGRAM k4 r 33 CHAPTER 2. PROACTIVE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROGRAM (4PS) 2.1. Overview and Summary The Parks Master Plan embraced Tequesta's strong sense of community by facilitating a public outreach and participation program. The process was designed to be transparent, equitable and engage the widest range of residents to receive the community ideas and feedback. The proactive public participation program included a number of open, dynamic and inclusive community events described in this section. The goal was to have a meaningful public discussion about the Village of Tequesta parks, and to propose a feasible Parks Master Plan that is based on the community vision and provides a long-term road map. The following is a list of the different initiatives that comprised the community input process from October 2021 to April 2022: • Community Survey (249 total responses; 232 on line; 17 paper copies • 20 interviews with residents • 4 Kiosks at Village Events • 7 Design Open Houses • 5 Public Meetings • Conceptual Drawings Exhibit and Surveys at Village Hall Lobby Ma� VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 34 The following table presents a summary of all the community events part of the outreach initiative: EVENT DATE • • Kick -Off Open Forum Tuesday, October 12, 2021 Village Hall 1. (5:30-7:30 pm) Chambers 2. Kiosk at Halloween Friday, October 15, 2021 Constitution Park (5:30-8:30 pm) Kiosk at Shred -it and Saturday, October 16 2021 y' Village Hall Parkin g g 3. Coffee with a Cop Design Open House (9:00 am-11:00 am) Saturday, October 23, 2021 Lot and Chambers Tequesta Park 4. (9:00 am -noon) 5. Design Open House Monday, October 25, 2021 Village Hall Meetingwith Te uesta q (5:30 pm-7:00 pm) Wednesday, October 27 y' Chambers Mr. Allen attended a 6. Zoom Meeting with Pines HOA 2021 HOA 7. Design Open House Saturday, November 6, 2021 Village Hall (10:00 am-11:30 am) Chambers Presentation at Wednesday, November 10 y' Village Hall g 8. Environmental Advisory 2021, (2:00 pm) Chambers Committee Meeting Kiosk at Chili Cook -Off Saturday, November 13, 2021 Paradise Park 9. (2:00-6:00 pm) Presentation at Thursday, November 18 2021 y' Village Hall g 10. Planning &Zoning (5:30 pm) Chambers Board Meeting 11. Kiosk at Holiday in the Saturday, December 4, 2021 Constitution Park Park Design Open House with (5:00 pm-8:00 pm) Saturday, December 18, 2021 12. Residents Adjacent to (9:30 am-11:00 am} Village Hall Chambers Remembrance Park Open House for Concept p p March 8t", 2022 (Village Wide) 13. Plans — Presentation and March 91", 2022 (Village Wide) March 15t"12022 Village Hall Chambers g Feedback Remembrance Park Neighbors) ( g ) Community Feedback on 14. Conceptual Plans March 101" to March 28t"12022 Village Hall Lobby (Proposed drawings were exhibited along with surveys) p Wednesday, , April 13, 2022 Village Fire 15. Environmental Advisory Committee Presentation Presentation at Planning ThursdayAril 21 2022 y' p Department Village Hall Chambers g 16. & Zoning Board Meeting Workshop with Village Monday, May 2 2022 v, v Village Hall Chambers g 17. Council 35 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT The success of the public participation process relied on effective advertising and creative tools to communicate with the community. The following initiatives were conducted: • Village Web Site. A section for the Parks Master Plan was created on the Village website that was regularly updated. • Announcement on the Water Bill • Invitation through Social Media including Facebook and the VOT Friday News • Village Newsletter • Posters with a QR Code to access the survey. The Project Team designed a poster that included a QR Code that residents can scan with their phone to respond to the community survey. The poster was provided to a number of stores in The Village. ilta6 Te44.Ue.St.q input a-n.fi a r n us s, and orb �� Our D., ft'ant 4ARE M - IZ-001 PM 2021 TUR �r Fplease F, 4:k '5 gr'patfy corn r N retp OUr 01' rirg,s 10 haystop e Ca AOCp If C, VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 36 2.2. Public Participation Events This section presents a description of all the Community Outreach events including Public Meetings, Kiosks and Design Open Houses. PUBLIC MEETINGS The community outreach efforts included community public meetings held in the evening to ensure the most attendance from residents. The main purpose was to provide information about the Parks Master Plan initiative as well as gather input from the community. The Project Team listened and took notes regarding the needs and desired improvements for the Parks. Kick-off Open Forum at Village Hall — October 12, 2021 This was the first public meeting to present the goals and upcoming community events of the Parks INNEWWW1 "WW__ - - WX4 *_ 41100W If I _.- I .J r ■ 2 ■ 51. ,Ann S" r � _ .r ,,.Jd Master Plan initiative. The Project Team presented a PowerPoint including information about each park and the upcoming public outreach process, and also answered questions from attendees. The Community Survey was also presented at this meeting. 37 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) Presentation, Village Hall Chambers - November 10, 2021 The Project Team conducted a PowerPoint presentation, listened to the feedback from the EAC members and responded to questions regarding the Parks Master Plan initiative. dew 1W- Nam" VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 38 Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Board Presentation, Village Hall Chambers - November 18, 2021 The Project Team conducted a PowerPoint presentation, listened to the feedback from the P&Z Board members and responded to questions regarding the Parks Master Plan initiative. DESIGN OPEN HOUSES Designing and planning the parks based on the residents input are the building block of the proposed Master Plan. Part of the community outreach process included four design open houses to gather feedback and ideas from the residents. These events allow the community to communicate their vision and needs for the Parks. These open houses were conducted prior to the conceptual designs, and after they were prepared, so residents can express their preference. Design Open House — Tequesta Park - October 23, 2021 s r 1 f 1 , 1 •—.— Vi P ' e A m i m.. %: S-..1 S n� — 1 e — -. �• —� . 9..A. ti • — e.:Y -•ti - 39 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT Design Open House — Village Hall Chambers - October 25, 2021 & November 6, 2021 -v 2 'J., by el. IL rr i 1; dr. I -r-1 P% j.., I LSPA k- 1P-1z N L4 J wr - a br. 'i a- J'I Mir %J1 •1-... P 1`9 FW irm. 06 Mira I it ® I -mi -rii ...1 E L-1 IM 11.0 111 IL VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 40 Design Open House for Remembrance Park adjacent Neighbors, Village Hall Chambers — December 18, 2021 Village residents adjacent to the future Remembrance Park were invited to attend a Design Open House on December 18, 2021. The Project Team had the opportunity to listen to the residents' ideas and concerns regarding this Park. The proposed conceptual design was based on feedback received from the neighbors. KIOSKS AT VILLAGE EVENTS There were several pop-up kiosks set up at multiple Village events to supplement the public meetings, online survey, and design open houses. The Project Team engaged event -goers to inform about the Parks Master Plan, identify parks preferences and collect comments. These stations were intended to reach a broader audience at different types of settings and scheduling. These kiosks provided information about the Parks Master Plan initiative and process, and allowed ample opportunity for the community to offer their feedback on the needs and vision for the Parks. Halloween Event - Constitution Park - October 15, 2021 ; wr 646.- r l� I 41 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT Shred Event & Coffee with a Cop — Village Hall - October 16, 2021 • , y 4,1 t ►a 7 M& •, �� Air 6 �I a Sponsored by r .like VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 42 Chili Cook -Off - Paradise Park - November 13, 2021 r� CA L 43 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT a !■ ti54� 4 5 ie } * � �, � * ' .i �'t;` .Fw � a f ' 4 '�-� a � ice, -• ,:� * ` r a f r#a. 1111' ' 17Fr� 4b J• �� ' aY��•, � - i"r g • I . 6�` -` 0 %�1.�% . r S , 1 IL �� ■ � .' J ir�i „ ',rpm • Iir �r _ _ r .y IF • - 4OP 1 . - • 6.4 � 1 . �, m ■tisi IFS Ir. - • ' -- �r^� FYI :L m... ��■�� 2.3. Stakeholders Interviews Village's Residents were interviewed as part of this community outreach process. The purpose pf the interview was to gather further understanding of the community's needs and vision in regards to the Village's parks. Mr. Jeremy Allen, Village Manager, and Ms. Nilsa Zacarias, Community Development Director, met one- on-one with each participant at the Village Hall. The following questions were asked to each interviewee: 1. What do you envision for the future Remembrance Park? 2. What do you envision for Tequesta Park? 3. What are your ideas to improve the other parks? (Linear Park, Coral Cove, JLONA, Banyan Tree and Village Green) Nineteen (19) persons were interviewed for Remembrance Park. Sixty-three percent (63%) of interviewees mentioned a preference for a passive park at the RemembrancePark site. Fifty-eight percent (58%) prefer a path or trail around the park. Fifty-three percent (53%) mentioned the desire for connection between Riverside Drive and Seabrook Road (Figure 1). Figure 1— Remembrance Park Reniembrance Park Suggestion Prevalence Out of 19 Interviews Other Gw s• too/Pavilion Water feature Dog park Phasing Retantian areas safety Gated entrarK�rs •safety -tntif of oper.►tion chnvn to duck Native plants Pervious varlung area/paths Benches Fent� Mindful of neighbars Butterfly garden Mmimal Parking Shade Puques - edtwational Green ioate C ommu nity garden Connect RnQrside to Seabrook Path/Trail Pa--.!:ive Park 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% S(ft 600051 7 ohl VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 46 Twenty (20) persons were interviewed for Tequesta Park. With regard to Tequesta Park, Fifty-five percent (55%) of participants suggested a desire for a centrally located playground. Fifty percent (50%) preferred improved multi -use fields, and twenty percent (20%) recommended to improve lighting and install educational signage. (Figure 2). Figure 2 — Tequesta Park Tequesta Park Suggestion Prevalence Out of 20 Interviews rill"" � No --i)it par" tow ►rwlt+twvl�t� irnw�,�nwnt I1tr�-f�ttn u��.1i11rbl�tlt firm o omwmw platits / &W nalbx plarn s I"A11Ut1y M10*1 Sit IMa "Mt 0 / OVOM µC tt Cr,rrttal� lautaf j u¢a.rtaa �mc,salm tarot MI1r111u1 ►rtv�tmrnt "aboram wart tap-mr Nor, khan) trywerrurtal Ax; d' ". Slaxim rn hftouw .(towhiahr No rncroarhmr!1tt lnfu natural area 06P / 11r- &And I I SoN swi augd star I tree-s sdaph Do MUU use p w1bn %n•a! 'A4PVt1dll t 04111 Knep bmebA diamond I u abut r*uluftrn nut Icamuc bjvtalt j lielocate / roduce to 7 fatp:alran-1 "Puslo VINPOW bet mt WW-our derI awtvgwho(I Mggiound jtattra►r 6acatodl ItK lift jok Xft em sin u r PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 47 Fifty percent (50%) of respondents suggested shade trees for Linear Park. Thirty-six percent (36%) mentioned to increase the buffering landscape. Twenty-one percent (21%) stated the need for improved landscape and aesthetics, and fourteen percent (14%) suggested a corridor Master Plan (Figure 3) Figure 3 — Linear Park Linear Park Suggestion Prevalence Out of 14 Interviews 7� 7% 7% 7% 7% 7% 14% 21 36% ■ Shade trees Increase buffering ■ Improve landscaping/aesthetics Corridor master plan Railroad to pay for maintenance Maximize revenues with events ■ Add trash cans ■ Minimal investment ■ Crosswalk across Old Dixie ■ Art pieces (sculptures/gardens) VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 48 Forty-four percent (44%) of respondents suggest adding more trash cans in Jlona Park. Twenty-two percent (22%) want the removal of queen palms in order to add more native plants, and eleven percent (11%) stated the need for a pedestrian access from US Hwy 1, and trail signage's (Figure 4). Figure 4 —JLONA Park XONA Park Suggestion Prevalence Out of 9 Interviews ■ Add trash cans � Remove queen palms / add native plants Paths IF Signage for trails Clean up 1.0= Pedestrian access from US Hwy 1 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 49 Forty percent (40%) of respondents suggested sand renourishment for the Coral Cove Park. Twenty percent (20%) suggested to establish a low speed zone and paid parking on Beach Road, and ADA accessibility to the beach (Figure 5). Figure 5 — Coral Cove Coral Cove Suggestion Prevalence Out of 5 Interviews Zoi Al Zoi Zoi ■ Sand renourishment Low speed zone Paid parking Needs ADA access to beach Sixty-seven percent (67%) of respondents suggested more benches and thirty-three (33%) would like to maintain the property as a preserved open space for the Banyan Tree site (Figure 6). Figure 6 — Banyan Tree Banyan Tree Open Space Suggestion Prevalence Out of 3 Interviews a ■ Add benches Preserve open space VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 50 2.4. Community Survey The Project Team prepared a Community Survey with twenty-seven (27) questions. The survey was available from October 12, 2021 to December 31, 2021, and it was advertised on the Village's website and all social media platforms. The kiosks at the difference Village events were venues where the survey was provided to residents. The Project Team designed a poster with a QR Code that residents can scan with their phones to respond to the Community Survey questions. Survey questions were intended to gather feedback from residents regarding Village's parks. The survey initiative received 249 total responses (232 online and 17 paper copies). Highlights of the survey results, and summaries of the park -specific public feedback are included in this section. Summary of Results Respondents were asked to identify if they reside within the Village of Tequesta to better understand where the feedback was generating from. The vast majority of the respondents were Village of Tequesta residents with a small percentage from outside the Village jurisdiction. Generally, park use is influenced by age of the community. To characterize the age demographics of survey responses, residents were asked to identify their age group. Approximately half the responders were in the 35-64 years old bracket, followed by the 65-74 age bracket. The majority of the survey participants do have children in their household (more than 50%). When asked about the ages of the children in the household, more than 40 percent of the survey participants have children in the 6-10 years old bracket, closely followed by 2-5 years old bracket. To better understand the resident's preference and use of the Village's parks, respondents were asked to choose from a list the preferred Village parks. The preferred park in the Village is Constitution Park, followed by Coral Cove Park and Tequesta Park were the most favored by the residents. A large number of survey participants feel that the Village parks are within walking/biking distance from their homes. Less than 20 percent do not feel there is adequate parks in their close vicinity. More than 40 percent of survey participants prefer to walk to visit a park, with more than 30 percent choosing to driving and more than 20 percent via biking. The desire for park amenities were seen in response to the question "What type of amenities are most important to you?" The resident's chose from a list of options range from playgrounds to natural trails, walkways, and community gardens. Survey responses indicate a desire for park investment. When asked about the investment priories, the responses were very similar that all were very important, however; the maintenance of the existing parks was emphasized. FX Lw �- PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 51 The following graphics present a summary of the 27 questions included in the Community Survey: 1.Are you a Village of Tequesta resident? (A resident is defined as person who reside within the boundaries of the Village of Tequesta, who pays taxes to the Village and has the ability to vote in the municipal elections) 2. What is your age? VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 52 3. Does your household include children? 53 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 4. What are the ages of your children that live at home now? VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 54 5. What are your favorite Parks and Open Spaces? Constitution Park Teq u est a Park Village Green at the Villa... Banyan Tree Green Area Linear Park that runs... JLDNA Natural Area by US H... Co r a[ Cove Park priml 0 1 2 3 4 5 B 7 8 9 10 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 55 6. Do you feel there are adequate parks within walking/biking distance from your home? No Not sure I do not visit parks 7. What is your preferred way to visit a park? driving — —A -0-1/6 3 G 1/6 401/b 5 0% 60% 70-% 8 G% 9G% aa% VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 56 8. What type of amenities are most important to you? Please check all that apply has s ive Par ks (w a[ kw ays,,... Acti,,.-,= Parks (playgrounds... Community Gardens Nature Trails 00MMMT0 Other (please specifi'l') 0 fib 10�.b 12Mic, 30�ib 40% 50% 6GDex, 7D% 80% 9D% 10D% PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 57 9. What are your priorities for park investment? (Please rank each of the following in order of importance with #1 being the most important to 6 being the least important) Funding tc, [-r ailit ai11 e-visting par,,. Improve access to parks arid,,. Improve existing par',,. Add or enhance programs at,,. Improve access to sports... 10. How often do you visit Constitution Park? �iL V4ii� t hLP IF -MMM� Hare Our% onct a .eel Not wre [fir 10% 4CFTb ivt. iLr L--, 9CAM 9CHI, 1,31 VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 58 11. What are your favorite outdoor activities in Constitution Park? Please check all that apply Playgrounds Tree House 6L� Rock Climbing .Area Walking Trail Basketball Courts Gazebo Fitness Stations Picnic Pavilion Other (please specify Oar. 1 20+' 30+% 6 7 8 a 9 1°00% 12. How often do you visit Tequesta Park? (42 acres park located on County Line Road in Martin County. The land is owned by the State and leased and operated by the Village of Tequesta to provide park and green space to residents and surrounding area) At I east a ore than once Not sure Kerr (please 5 p ec i) 59 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 13. What are your favorite outdoor activities in Tequesta Park? Please check all that apply Nature Trail a Dog Park LL� Tennis Courts Piekleball Courts Baseba[l Soft 13a 11 Fields Soccer Fields Bas ket b al l Courts Pavilion Other (please speeify) 0 10 20% 30+°.+{a 40 50 60 70 0 90 10 14. Do you support the State funding improvements to Tequesta Park? Nb Need re information Not sure Other (please 8PeCitfr) 0% 70% 30 a 4 5 6 0 70 6 9 0 100 VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 60 15. What type of amenity would you enjoy at the future Remembrance Park? (The Village owns a vacant parcel of land at 483 Seabrook Road that would like to develop a park, and would appreciate your input.) Benches Talking Trail an P[aVground Gazebo Picnic pavilion Comr'f unit}I Garden Dog Burk Parking Area Ether (please Specifier) 16. How often do you visit the Linear Park that runs parallel to Old Dixie? At least 0 i7 C % a week ore than once a „w.- eek Not sure C-then (please 5Peci) 61 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 17. What are your favorite outdoor activities in the Linear Park? Please check all that apply ,.' al Ili ng ki Joggi fig Walking the dog Ot h er (p I ease specify) 18. How often do you visit the Village Green at the Municipal Complex? At least once a v.- eek �':ore than once a Y4! eek Not sure Spirr Other (please 5 P ec ify) VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 62 19. What are your favorite outdoor activities in the Village Green? Please check all that apply Seating Attending event s Appreciating commemorati=v.. Other (please 5 P ec ify) 30Dk- 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 20. How often do you visit the Banyan Tree Open Space? At least once a v.- eek �':ore than once a Y4! eek Not sure SPIrr Other (please 5 p ec ify) 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 7C" 8 G-P�. 9c: 1 C-C PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 63 21. How often do you visit RONA? At least once a v.- eek ore than once a e e k Not sure Other (please 5 p ec ify) 0 -�.- 10 20 30Dk- 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 9 D% 1 GO% 22. What are your favorite activities in RONA? Please check all that apply Trails and Boardwalk Bird Watching Appreciating the native a... Other (please 5 P ec ify) 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 6C VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 64 23. How often do you visit Coral Cove Park? At least once a v.- eek ore than once -R -!.- eek Not sure Other (please 5 p ec ify) 2 10� 3GDk- 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 9 D% 1 GO% 24. What are your favorite outdoor activities in Coral Cove Park? Please check all that apply Playground I Picnic Area Beach Area Other (please specifIA .0 j 65 PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 25. Do you own a dog(s)? W� ir* I N - 0% 20% 4�Y,- 50% 60cw- 70% 801 26. How often do you visit the Dog Park at Tequesta Park? At least once a week It - ' ore than once avolee,o, Not sure Other (please 5 p ec ify) 0% q.: 10% 20% 30% 40%, 56'. 6 0�1 7C, BODY,- 1� 10C VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 66 27. Would you visit a dog park more often if you could walk to it? Nb Other r I 10% 4 5 - PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 67 a gp ■ - 4 ' �rL ik, lip— MIMI CHAPTER 3. CONCEPTUAL DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 69 CHAPTER 3. CONCEPTUAL DESIGNS The public outreach and community engagement processes were at the heart of this Parks Master Plan. The Project Team designed three concept plans for Remembrance Park and for Tequesta Park, based on the community survey, interviews and input from residents received at multiple open houses and kiosk events. Once the Project Team designed the conceptual plans, it was paramount to present them to the community and receive their comments and feedback. On the evening of March 8 and 9, 2022, the Project Team conducted open houses to introduce the concept designs for both Remembrance Park and Tequesta Park at the Village Hall. The community was invited to contribute ideas and express their preferences regarding the different options and amenities. Also, at the Residents' Academy event on March 9, 2022, Mr. Jeremy Allen, Tequesta Village Manager, presented the design concepts to a group of residents. At these open houses, the residents had the opportunity to place sticker dots on amenities they favored or opposed. Participants were provided three (3) colors of sticker dots: Green (In favor), Red (Not in favor), Yellow (Not sure). From March 10, 2022 to March 28, 2022 the proposed conceptual plans were exhibited in the Village Hall lobby along with surveys, so residents can provide their preference. A drop box to collect the surveys was also placed at the lobby. 3.1 Remembrance Park CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OPTIONS This section presents the three (3) Conceptual Plans designed for Remembrance Park based on the community participation and input. Conceptual Design A Remembrance Park Conceptual D sigh w,or�nl I I 4 IIIYd9 EaSM+T Dr. :�� V - 6d-V— 73 y +5� h dr s� � .•'1� 4�tiai� E' .4 4 •� M� �. r-• FF i I l.n i'Y.1rsi � . VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 70 Conceptual Design 6 Remembrance Park — Conceptual Design DM STA-nON 5 1 1 4` 1 1 y e5 Y 4 .. 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The proposed Park will be developed in three (3) phases: Phase 1 includes the main area fronting Seabrook Road; Phase 2 will incorporate the retention area fronting Riverside Drive. This will allow a connectivity to Park for residents that live toward Riverside Drive; and, Phase 3 will allow to beautify the retention area located on the North end. The proposed passive Park Conceptual Design includes the following amenities: • Seating benches, Trash Receptacles, Picnic tables • Gazebos, Dog -stations • Boardwalk and Pond in Retention Area • Shell Rock Walkways • Parking Area • Butterfly Garden • Open Space • Entry Signs • Perimeter Fence and Landscape Buffer • Native Landscaping • Shade Trees • Educational and Historical Plaques • Bike Racks • Bollards along Right -of -Way of Retention Areas • Parking Spaces with Permeable Driveways VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 72 CD W z ~ z >_ cD J CD z V) O M N C� o r7 o Q a Cn N w cn N V) 0 �+- �._1__ LLJ CD V) Q J Z.�-. 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Y U o U I �© 00 Z C7 69t�� IJ `d1S3AOII `a� Aoo0 odlS het MVd IONV�GAIV U z ^� ap F5 pIW3mS-g 5o U co W ° r7 6� QoJ(� 4a Q W � W �o Un W a vi� wro��0- L;s{{pppp��..II .��QmF�sifi�'z LLJ 0 2 N Z J2 LLJ i4- W � ( � L-Lj z Z Z z (W VW�w 1 F w gym f73 3.2 Teq uesta Park CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OPTIONS This section presents the three (3) Conceptual Plan options designed for Tequesta Park based on the community participation and input. Conceptual Design A ter, �1 1 Fear .� III 1: l I I.-11- I )1 .: I e W % r-RAil rew .11-11.116.111 a hd Sam AL _A IF- . __LLW 46 AN 40 'I<E dial- 76 Conceptual Design B E&L F I B- --4 Tequesta Pai EX ff�C I ZE ur.6.-n Q%z 'I EDJCAM.4AL P--%GJE:, Conceptual Design V7 we T"Ywr. rMUL aqw b WINlLy w W. akLOVOLLEYBA-L ti Conceptual Design C EO"110%M- PL?=ES Tequesta Park C-oncepual Design 13k— akND VOLLEYa-%-L w hhk- _-. PC p4p C M Ao P%;IWTABLK 77 PROPOSED CONCEPTUAL DESIGN At the open houses, residents also had the opportunity to provide input on the preferred elements and amenities for the three (3) concept plans for Tequesta Park displayed at the Village Hall. Based on the feedback gathered at these events and the survey collected, the Project Team designed a proposed plan for Tequesta Park. The proposed design highlights the beauty of the Park, its natural trails and abundant of open space. This Community Park offer multiple sport activities and amenities for all ages. The proposed Community Park offers passive and active amenities as follows: • One (1) Multi -use Field • Two (2) Baseball Fields • Community Garden • Playground with Shade Sail • Picnic Tables with Umbrellas • Wood Decking Area • Pavilion • Concession Stand • Splash Pad • Sand Volleyball Courts • Exercise Stations • Gazebos • Improve Lighting • Educational Plaques • Directional Signage • Shade Trees • Native Landscaping In addition to the proposed amenities, the proposed design includes the existing features: Dog Park, Tennis Courts, and Pickleball Courts. 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Public outreach and community engagement were at the heart of this Master Plan, the goal was to listen to residents and prepare a Plan based on their vision, ideas and feedback. Chapter 2 and 3 of this report presents detailed information of the Proactive Public Participation Program (4Ps) and the multiple participation events. The focus of the Parks Master Plan includes proposed conceptual designs for Remembrance Park and Tequesta Park. Also, this section includes a series of recommendations for the additional parks and open spaces included in the Master Plan. Remembrance Park PROPOSED CONCEPTUAL DESIGN The Project Team reviewed the input provided by the residents regarding the three (3) conceptual design options for Remembrance Park, and prepared the proposed design that embraces the residents' vision and celebrates the natural environment by providing shade trees, native landscaping, and trails. The proposed Park will be developed in three (3) phases: Phase 1 includes the main area fronting Seabrook Road; Phase 2 will incorporate the retention area fronting Riverside Drive. This will allow a connectivity to Park for residents that live toward Riverside Drive; and, Phase 3 will allow to beautify the retention area located on the North end. The proposed passive Park Conceptual Design includes the following amenities: • Seating benches, Trash Receptacles, Picnic tables • Gazebos, Dog -stations • Boardwalk and Pond in Retention Area • Shell Rock Walkways • Parking Area • Butterfly Garden • Open Space • Entry Signs • Perimeter Fence and Landscape Buffer • Native Landscaping • Shade Trees • Educational and Historical Plaques • Bike Racks • Bollards along Right -of -Way of Retention Areas • Parking Spaces with Permeable Driveways VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 82 CD W z ~ z >_ cD J CD z V) O M N C� o r7 o Q a Cn N w cn N V) 0 �+- �._1__ LLJ CD V) Q J Z.�-. 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Y U o U I �© 00 Z C7 69t�� IJ `d1S3AOII `a� Aoo0 odlS het MVd IONV�GAIV U z ^� ap F5 pIW3mS-g 5o U co W ° r7 6� QoJ(� 4a Q W � W �o Un W a vi� wro��0- L;s{{pppp��..II .��QmF�sifi�'z LLJ 0 2 N Z J2 LLJ i4- W � ( � L-Lj z Z Z z (W VW�w 1 F w gym f73 Tequesta Park PROPOSED CONCEPTUAL DESIGN At the open houses, residents also had the opportunity to provide input on the preferred elements and amenities for the three (3) concept plans for Tequesta Park displayed at the Village Hall. Based on the feedback gathered at these events and the survey collected, the Project Team designed a proposed plan for Tequesta Park. The proposed design highlights the beauty of the Park, its natural trails and abundant of open space. This Community Park offer multiple sport activities and amenities for all ages. The proposed Community Park offers passive and active amenities as follows: • One (1) Multi -use Field • Two (2) Baseball Fields • Community Garden • Playground with Shade Sail • Picnic Tables with Umbrellas • Wood Decking Area • Pavilion • Concession Stand • Splash Pad • Sand Volleyball Courts • Exercise Stations • Gazebos • Improve Lighting • Educational Plaques • Directional Signage • Shade Trees • Native Landscaping In addition to the proposed amenities, the proposed design includes the existing features: Dog Park, Tennis Courts, and Pickleball Courts. The following suggestions and recommendations were provided by the Village's residents: Linear Park Linear parks are elongated open spaces corridors which often follow the alignment of residential or commercial roads, and in some instances they are built on overland along a railroad right-of-way. The term "linear park" reflects the potential that it may also include other recreation or natural features and amenities desired by the community. The size and design of a linear park varies and depends on location and function but usually provides continued multi -use trail, seating, and recreation uses. The goal of the Linear Park located along Old Dixie Hwy is to address the community specific needs, and offer safety and well-being by providing comfortable and accessible path for people of all ages and abilities. This master plan was prepared to serve as a guideline for the community's desired improvement for the Village's Linear Park including the following recommendations: • Add shade trees along the walkway • Include hedges toward Old Dixie Hwy to provide a landscape buffer for safety reasons VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 86 Q o >_ oo En I— z W c = zcn M 1- N CD I"_ 'Q -j C N o 12 C � � � w W U o a:W z (('D ~ (n J N J C.D Y () o rr) CL f!1 T > ZLu Lu 1 r a C � ( z Ul _m ? z 3 w m a 1 0 W � J fQ` Li < U m 0 w 1: 69K� IJ `d]lldnrl `ad W1 AiNnoo is 19961 N nLJ cn a U.1 G78qr�0- Imm,1a��Wf--�Z4 ~ U F- oZ WOV7 W���r•{ z Z Z Q = .,,,� UW �WWr w W� Q N L3 O W I51 nQZ+WSF--=m 6w§Qlai U = Q l!1 ~ J z ZD Q O m U 0 � J z C i- z 0¢0 F- W Y U < Q D 0¢0 (� z H U X uj < Q z o II II uj N O : � Q C7 = (9 z O J CL Q m d = 1 ' tUp1 a Q O i (yA 1 w LU oLL C) I w 0 U) 1 i -it- o �o g i= w © 1 CO �z U) Z U) �] m O OU o tgq er I- t �EM i �..`... Y HI8 HE II L 1. J I U � EO ( O 1 �B 1F Q^ w° a F- J J W ~ U Q ..� J z W J . i of ca U) r 1 { oo zz () W iIlk Air- oPo • ry �C W i 00000 100 1� (D CY z U' J ~ + L.LI -cc u J Q U) ! J Q� � Q O L LJ d lL1 W U m Q � z C- LLJ N 2 O W V~ m cC w O Q _I w LLJ Q :zz U LL- ,1 Q� Q (E- O 0 _WII U) m � U U w Q N La.! U CZ.) � Oz :zC�� W d w U) O m ®® ® 4 87 • Improve landscaping to enhance the aesthetics of the corridor • Provide trash receptacles and seating benches • Install a cross walk on the corner of Village Boulevard to connect with Tequesta Park • Reach out to Palm Beach County to recommend a median with trees on Old Dixie Hwy. 71 V 1 I 'S +7 rJ } rl ryy h F M1 6 r� i I Y A K rAR-� 5 OLD D)Wi 1`nl`f C .GS . EC tiGh� The above graphic was prepared for the Commercial Corridor Charrette conducted by the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPQ Point Drive Open Space (Banyan Tree) This Banyan tree site is surrounded by residential homes, and it has been embraced by the community because of its character and beauty. The recommendations are as follows: • Add a trash receptacle • Include an additional seating bench (currently there is only one seating bench) • Preserve this open space Jupiter Lighthouse Outstanding Area (JLONA) Even tough this land is owned and maintained by the Federal Government; the Village's residents provided the following recommendations to improve this site: • Add trash receptacles and additional trail signages • Plant native trees toward US Hwy 1 • Provide a pedestrian and bicycle access from US Hwy 1 to facilitate connectivity and access for residents Coral Cove Park This Park is within the boundaries of the Village of Tequesta since 1985, however, it is owned and maintained by Palm Beach County. The recommendations are as follows: • Improve beach area by a Restoration Program • Add a low speed zone and paid parking on Beach Road • Include ADA access to the beach PARKS MASTER PLAN REPORT 88 Additional Recommendations 1. Prepare a Multi -Use Trail System Plan This plan will offer an interconnected system of bike and pedestrian trails that will facilitate the access to parks and open spaces. The plan will seek to provide multi -use experiences for a wide range of users, and healthy recreation opportunities along the way. The Multi -Use Trail System will be a complement to the Parks Master Plan and play a key role in providing connections between the Village's parks and open spaces. The goal is to promote walking or biking rather than driving to the parks by utilizing bike and pedestrian trails, and sidewalks. This initiative will focus on the connections between the neighborhoods and the natural destinations to promote physical and mental health benefits for the community. 2. Implement the Objectives and Policies included on the Recreation and Open Space Element of Comprehensive Plan presented in Chapter 1 of this Report. 4.2. Next Steps Our Parks Our Values Master Plan provides the vision of the residents, and it will serve as a road map for a -long term strategy and funding to improve and develop the Village of Tequesta Parks. The subject document will facilitate to apply for grants since it is based on a village wide community participation process, and it also includes in-depth information. Most importantly, this Parks Master plan will allow to budget specific amounts into each year Village's capital improvement. The Village Manager and the Village Council will be able to determine and break into phases the desired improvements for each park. Once the Parks Master Plan is adopted by the Village Council, the next step for Remembrance Park and Tequesta Park is to proceed with final design drawings to be prepare by engineers and based on technical surveys. This final design documents will provide specifications, and an estimated cost of construction. With regard to other parks and open spaces owned or maintained by the Village, the recommendation section includes improvements suggested by the community and the next step is to assess the priority in terms of budgeting and design. With regard to JLONA and Coral Cove Park, the Village will provide the community recommendations to each agency. VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA 89 ° . p"l�nflr 4 �1 '.1 ,,,! 4 rf.•{ 1•� _ �_ ..y " //� ;j/ �,�. '+�, 'r �� , ti W r � f R y� .�f r° "� !�^ '. _ �" Y� it A T { 1+. I _ /� �+r 7' �° !✓ i!j �I� 1' .� ���j � r fir. "- r• - _ --w � ��t�, � r � °°11� �j�y4(y -� J''S �- .f,. i f cm— �AF r ol rI - Y j . fir "� ':, r 't�' °fir' !Y1►. y`�V a _ .µ • it ' __I/�( {R - � ( - - , is � `� r � � L l'., � ,i: /1 ,�� �1,1 rj,' r" `j � ,L�'� •`,� , +. , � - ., �.- r � 1Af i fr F / �,�r "!J:•"r�,4F' � 1 lrJ� ,"� �7``.Ilf, I� r 1iG lLy�-{..-t�%.N•�O ���T ��^fry*`'�, 14 r ++77 CHAPTER 5. APPENDICES EVENTS SIGN -IN SHEETS Date. 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I, l'd'�i �- t� M 9 96 Dace: II /,o /-Z � �'nvirv�Mr�fz� I��us�.y �rn�fItPs� �vlSP�ta t' �7 Name Address Email F1 V.- 1121z7Nom/—'S�3R��FD4 s���/�E3%NuTTR h��F�rS3C�»,..:1.�,.� �pu3 b- 4. 6 IZ�tit�� 7. s. 9, 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 97 � Date: I2C�M5eV PC6uv� �a��d,� 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1. 8. 9. 10. ii. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 98 COMMUNITY SURVEYS VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA PARKS MASTER PLAN Our Parks Our Values— Community Survey The purpose of this survey is to gather the community preferences to prepare along-term strategy and a funding plan for the Parks Master Plan. We encourage all Village of Tequesta and surrounding area residents to participate. Thank you for your participation. 1. Are you a Village of Tequesta resident? (A resident is defined as person who reside within the boundaries of the Village of Tequesta, who pays taxes to the Village and has the ability to vote in the municipal elections) o Yes o No 2. Provide your zip code o 33469 o Other (please provide your zip code) 3. What is your age? o 17 and under o 18-25 o 26-34 o 35-44 o 45-54 o 55-64 o 65-74 o 75 older 4. Does your household include children? o Yes o No 99 5. What are the ages of your children that live at home now? Please check all that apply 0 0-1 years old 0 2-5 years old 0 6-10 years old 0 11-14 years old 0 15-18 years old 0 19 & older 6. What are your favorite Parks and Open Spaces? Please rank each of the following parks in order of preference with #1 being your most favorite park to 7 being your least favorite park. Constitution Park _Tequesta Park _Village Green at the Village Municipal Complex Banyan Tree Green Area Linear Park that runs parallel to Old Dixie Hwy. JLONA Natural Area by US Hwy One (JLONA Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area) Coral Cove Park 7. Do you feel there are adequate parks within walking/biking distance from your home? o Yes o No o Not sure o Don't visit parks o Others (Please provide comment) 100 8. What is your preferred way to visit a park? o By walking o By biking o By driving o Others (Please provide comment) 9. What type of amenities are most important to you? Please check all that apply o Passive Parks (walkways, benches, gazebos, etc.) o Active Parks (playgrounds, sports, picnic shelters, etc.) o Community Gardens o Nature Trails o Others (Please provide comment) 10. What are your priorities for park investment? Please rank each of the following in order o imaortance with #1 beina the most imaortant and #6 beina the least imaortant. Funding to acquire property to expand our parks and facilities Maintain existing parks and facilities Improve access to parks and facilities through trails, sidewalks, and safer crossings Improve existing parks and facilities through adding trees, playgrounds, sidewalks, et. Add or enhance programs at parks and facilities (green markets, concerts at the parks, others) Improve access to sports facilities (Baseball field, soccer field, basketball courts, Lacrosse, etc.) 11. What other means of park investment do you suggest? 101 12. How often do you visit Constitution Park? o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 13. What are your favorite outdoor activities in Constitution Park? Please check all that apply o Playgrounds o Tree House o Rock Climbing Area o Walking Trail o Basketball Courts o Gazebo o Fitness Stations o Picnic Pavilion o Other (Please provide comment) 14. How would you improve Constitution Park? What would you add that will make a more enjoyable experience for you? 102 15. How often do you visit Tequesta Park? (42 acres park located on County Line Road in Martin County. The land is owned by the Sate and leased and operated by the Village of Tequesta to provide park and green space to residents and surrounding area) o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 16. What are your favorite outdoor activity in Tequesta Park? Please check all that apply o Nature Trail o Dog Pak o Tennis Courts o Pickleball Courts o Baseball/Softball Fields o Soccer Fields o Basketball Courts o Pavilion o Other (Please provide comment) 17. How would you improve Tequesta Park? What would you add that will make a more enjoyable experience for you? 103 18. Do you support the State funding improvements to Tequesta Park? o Yes o No o Need more information o Not sure o Oher (please provide comment) 19. What type of amenity would you enjoy at the future Remembrance Park? The Village owns a vacant parcel of land at 483 Seabrook Road that would like to develop a park, and would appreciate your input. o Benches o Walking Trail o Playground o Gazebo o Picnic pavilion o Community Garden o Dog Park o Parking Area o Other (Please provide comment) 20. How often do you visit the Linear Park that runs parallel to Old Dixie? o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 104 21. What are your favorite outdoor activities in the linear Park? Please check all that apply o Walking o Jogging o Walking Dog o Other (Please provide comment) 22. How would you improve the linear Park? What would you add that will make a more enjoyable experience for you? 23. How often do you visit the Village Green at the Municipal Complex? o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 24. What are your favorite outdoor activity in the Village Green? Please check all that apply o Seating o Attending Events o Appreciating commemorative features (flags, 9-11 sculpture, etc.) o Other (Please provide comment) 25. How would you improve the Village Green? What would you add that will make a more enjoyable experience for you? 105 26. How often do you visit the Banyan Tree Open Space? o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 27. How would you improve the Banyan Tree open space? What would you add that will make a more enjoyable experience for you? 28. How often do you visit JLONA? (Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area - A 50-acre natural area with trails owned by the US Department of Interior located east of US Hwy One and within the Village's boundaries) o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 29. What are your favorite activity in JLONA? Please check all that apply o Trails and Boardwalk o Bird Watching o Appreciating the native and restored Florida coastal habitats o Other (Please provide comment) 106 30. What would you add that will make a more enjoyable experience for you? 31. How often do you visit Coral Cove Park? (A 6.21-acre beachfront park owned and operated by Palm Beach County located within the Village's boundaries) o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 32. What are your favorite outdoor activity in Coral Cove Park? Please check all that apply o Playground o Picnic Area o Beach Area o Other (Please provide comment) 33. How would you improve Coral Cove Park? What would you add that will make a more enjoyable experience for you? 34. Do you own a dog (s)? o Yes • 0. 107 35. How often do you visit the Dog Park at Tequesta Park? o At least once a week o More than once a week o Not sure o Other (Please provide comment) 36. Would you visit a dog park more often if you could walk to it? o Yes o No o Other (Please provide comment) The Village of Tequesta thank you for completing this Important survey! 108 Remembrance Park 0„���,.�, ��.,.��,,,... Conceptual Design Feedback 1. Please select the conceptual design that you most prefer. El A El B El C 2. Please select the park amenities and features that you would like to see on the final Remembrance Park design. If applicable, clarify which one of the three conceptual designs exhibit your preference. Park Amenities and Features ❑ Art installation/sculptures ❑ Bike rack ❑ Bird bath ❑ Boardwalk ❑ Brick paver parking area (semi -pervious) ❑ Butterfly garden ❑ Community garden ❑ Connection from Seabrook Rd to Riverside Dr ❑ Dog stations ❑ Educational plaques (historical or natural) ❑ Gazebos ❑ Native plant barrier on retention areas ❑ Open green space ❑ Park entry arch ❑ Park entry water feature ❑ Parking configuration ❑ Pond Shade sails ❑ Shell rock pathway ❑ Small playground Design Preference El ❑C El El ❑C El ❑C El El ❑C El ❑C El ❑C 3. Please provide any further clarifications of your preferences and/or comments regarding Remembrance Park amenities and features. Please see other side for Tequesta Park. 4 109 L 0111- prrrl" (Irrr I u(rrrc Tequesta Park Conceptual Design Feedback 4. Please select the conceptual design that you most prefer. El A El B El C 5. Please select the park amenities and features that you would like to see on the final Tequesta Park design. If applicable, clarify which one of the three conceptual designs exhibit your preference. Park Amenities and Features Conceptual Design Preference Baseball fields ❑ A El ❑C Community garden p q i El Concession stand ❑ A El ❑C Dog park ❑ A El ❑C Educational plaques (natural) Exercise stations ❑ A El ❑C Existing basketball courts Existing parking area Existing pickleball/tennis courts Gazebos Multi -use fields (soccer and lacrosse) ❑ A El ❑C Open green space ❑ A El ❑C Pavilion ❑ A El ❑C Picnic area ❑ A El ❑C Restroom ❑ A El ❑C Sand natural trail ❑ A El ❑C � Sand volleyball courts ❑ A El ❑C Shaded playground ❑ A El ❑C Sidewalks ❑ A El � ❑C Splash pad LEI A El 6. Please provide any further clarifications of your preferences and/or comments regarding Tequesta Park amenities/features. 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