Upper Millcrest Park PP for park board

Upper Millcrest Park: 

Upper Millcrest Park A Community Asset

As of the Spring of 2011: 

As of the Spring of 2011 WPA Bath House, in need of repairs and frequently closed Entrance path (often flooded) Abandoned Tennis Courts Access to lower Millcrest park in disrepair Play equipment is often used, but old and minimal Additional lot, unused Baseball field is home to Norwood High’s team and hosts many outside guests; Upper Millcrest is likely most seen park by visitors to Norwood Access to play equipment is not handicapped or stroller accessible

A Closer Look: 

A Closer Look

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A Closer Look

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A Closer Look: 

A Closer Look

Short Term Improvements: 

Short Term Improvements Over 200 hours of volunteer labor from 20+ residents of west N orwood

Short Term Improvements: 

Short Term Improvements

Short Term Improvements: 

Short Term Improvements

Long Term Planning: 

Long Term Planning

Long Term Planning: 

Long Term Planning Play 21 Picnic 16 Listen 14 Game 13 Rest 13

Long Term Planning: 

Long Term Planning Most sought after short term Improvement: play e quipment Most sought after long term improvement: walking trail, both internal to park and connecting park to surrounding areas Water feature and walking path were added by the group, though not represented by posters Desire for inter-generational play and recreation opportunities Desire for permanent picnic shelter and improved access to bathroom facilities Desire for improved safety and lighting

Immediate Needs: 

Immediate Needs Mayor Williams committed at the meeting to: Improved Lighting Addressing the drainage issues Addressing the access to lower M illcrest He also promised CDBG funding from the current funding cycle

Immediate Needs: 

Immediate Needs Resolution to drainage ditch being dug up

Immediate Needs: 

Immediate Needs Garbage Cans, especially in picnic area!

Long Term: A Master Plan: 

Long Term: A Master Plan Trail connecting the park to Sherman Ave and beyond Walking t rail around park WPA bathhouse restored and accessible Dog park and new garden area Play Area for children 5-12 years Full Court Basketball with lighting New picnic shelter Play Area for children 1-4 years Fountain New access to Lower Millcrest Walking trail connecting to Xavier New ADA compliant entrance ramp

A Closer Look: 

A Closer Look

A Closer Look: 

A Closer Look

A Closer Look: 

A Closer Look

What Now?: 

What Now? Address immediate needs Allocate CDBG funds from current cycle and order new play equipment Meet with City Manager to discuss budget for the project and the overall city capacity to provide labor and management Complete master plan with additional input from residents Begin pursuit of additional state funds and grant funds