City of Manassas Public Amenities
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City of Manassas Public Amenities
City of Manassas Public Amenities Comprehensive Review October 24, 2013 Community Development, Neighborhood Services Division Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. 2. Introduction a. Welcome Page 4 b. Mission Statement Page 4 c. Background Page 5 d. Planning and Standards Page 9 e. Next Steps Page 10 f. Methodology Page 10 Baldwin Park Page 12 i. Page 14 City of Manassas, Public Amenities a. Manassas Museum b. Byrd Park Page 16 c. Cannon Branch Page 20 d. Cavalry Park Page 21 e. Cedar Crest Park Page 24 f. Dean Park Page 25 i. Page 29 Winters Branch Trail g. E. G. Smith Page 30 h. Harris Pavilion Page 34 i. Kinsley Mill Park Page 35 j. Lee Manor Park Page 39 k. Liberia Mansion Page 42 l. Mayfield Fort Page 43 Page 1 Table of Contents 3. 4. m. Nelson Park Page 44 n. New Britain Park Page 48 o. Oakenshaw Park Page 49 p. Old Town Skate Park Page 53 q. Stonewall Park Page 56 i. Stonewall Park Walking Trail Page 58 ii. Stonewall Park Pool Page 61 r. Walter Delisle Park Page 66 s. Winterset Park Page 69 City of Manassas, Public School Amenities a. Preface Page 73 b. Baldwin Elementary School Page 74 c. Haydon Elementary School Page 77 d. Jennie Dean Elementary School Page 80 e. Mayfield Elementary School Page 83 f. Metz Middle School Page 86 g. Osbourn High School Page 90 h. Round Elementary School Page 93 i. Weems Elementary School Page 96 City of Manassas, Public/Private Partnership Amenities a. Boys & Girls Club of Manassas Page 101 b. George Mason Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center Page 103 Page 2 Table of Contents 5. Appendix a. Park Permit Application b. Park Permit Rules & Regulations c. Field Permit Application d. Field Permit Rules & Regulations e. Sports Tourism Guide f. Public Amenities Rules & Regulations (Draft) Page 105 Page 3 Introduction Introduction Welcome to Parks, Sports, and Recreation in the City of Manassas! The City of Manassas has 11 parks to choose from for outdoor entertainment and exercise. Many of these parks have tennis and basketball courts that can be enjoyed all year long. The City also offers recreational fields that accommodate softball, baseball, soccer, football, and many other activities. There are bike and walking paths in the City where visitors can enjoy a refreshing scenic walk or a ride. Looking for a cool down? Stonewall Park Pool is a great place for summer fun, swim teams and swim lessons. There are pavilions and picnic areas at many of the parks for birthday parties, picnics and sporting events. For more information on reserving a park or field, visit www.manassascity.org/parks. Mission Statement The mission of Neighborhood Services is to improve the quality of life in Manassas by supporting and enabling neighborhoods to initiate and maintain improvements in communities through compliance with city code and proactive partnership with local government. The purpose of recreation in Manassas is to enhance the quality of life in the City by providing the best possible recreational facilities and open, natural spaces for its citizens. Page 4 Introduction Background The City of Manassas was first established in 1973 and at that time the City set aside 259 acres of exiting park and recreation land. The City had proposed three neighborhood parks, four school parks, two linear parks, and four community parks. As of today, the City of Manassas has established eight school parks, 18 community/neighborhood/historic parks, two walking trails, a public swimming pool, and two established partnerships with large recreational facilities. The City of Manassas calculates the overall total of park acreage and green space by combining all available resources. However, as seen below in the graph, the eleven active parks make up just 175.5 park acres. Baldwin Park 1% Byrd Park Winterset Park 5% 2% Walter Delisle Park Cavalry Run Park 0% 1% Oakenshaw Park 6% Nelson Park 1% Stonewall Park 14% Lee Manor Park 3% Kinsley Mill Park 2% E.G. Smith Baseball Complex 13% Dean Park 52% Park Acreage 175.5 acres Page 5 Introduction The recreation budget can be seen in the graph below. It shows the budget from FY08 – FY13 with a dramatic fall after the dissolution of the Parks and Recreation Department in 2009. Quantity of Teams/Leagues The usage of the parks and fields can be seen in the graphs below. 12 10 8 6 4 2011 2 2012 0 2013 City of Manassas Parks & Fields Page 6 Introduction Quantity of Teams/Leagues 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 2011 4 2 0 2013 2012 Baldwin Elem. Haydon Elem. Jennie Dean Elem. Metz Middle Round Elem. Weems Elem. City of Manassas School Fields Quantity of Teams/Leagues 18 16 14 12 10 2011 8 2012 6 2013 4 2 0 Soccer Football Softball Baseball Lacrosse Kickball Type of Sport Page 7 Introduction City of Manassas Parks and Fields are maintained by the department of Public Works, Buildings and Grounds. The maintenance includes trash removal, grass cutting, snow removal, repairing equipment and fields, and inspecting the safety of the amenities. The graph below shows the hours spent maintaining the parks from FY10 – FY13. Quantity of Hours Building & Grounds Hours of Park Maintenance FY10-FY13 4400 4300 4200 4100 4000 3900 3800 3700 3600 3500 3400 Series1 FY10 FY11 FY12 FY13 3500 3900 4135 4200 Page 8 Introduction Planning & Standards In July of 2013 the City of Manassas adopted a new Comprehensive Plan. This plan is the primary guide to future planning initiatives for parks, open space, and recreational facilities. The Comprehensive Plan acknowledges that parks and recreational facilities contribute to the quality of life of citizens and are an attractive selling feature to new families relocating into the City. This plan employs several strategies to ensure that the current and projected recreation needs of the City are met through quality, well maintained facilities. Foremost, the Comprehensive Plan calls for the creation of a Parks Plan that will account for the long-term improvement of City open space, parks, and recreation facilities. Compliance with the Virginia Outdoors Plan recommended guidelines for parks and open space will provide a baseline for the development of new parks and recreational facilities. This document, a parks and facilities inventory is the first step in developing a Parks Plan which is proposed for FY16 in the recently adopted CIP. The Virginia Outdoors Plan recommends that localities should strive to meet the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) standards for parkland. NRPA recommends a locality to provide a minimum of 10 acres of parkland per 1,000 citizens. The City of Manassas, with an estimated population of 38,076 (ACS, 2011), needs a minimum of 380.76 acres of parkland. The City currently falls short of this standard with 227.5 acres of parkland and recreational amenities. Of this total 175.5 acres are devoted to more traditional stand-alone city parks and 52 acres are included through non-traditional park facilities found in City schools and museum properties. There are several privately held parks and recreational facilities located in residential neighborhoods that are only accessible to residents holding membership to specific homeowner and community associations. NRPA classifies parks into four categories: neighborhood, community, district and regional parks, which are prescribed depending on the proximity and minimum acreage parameters. Neighborhood parks are smaller in size and typically serve a single neighborhood. At least three acres should be provided for every 1,000 citizens. Community parks may contain game fields and court complexes with a service area including two to three neighborhoods or a 15 minute drive of the client population. District parks require a minimum of four acres per 1,000 citizens or a minimum of 50 acres. District parks should be accessible within a 15 to 20 minute travel shed. Regional parks serve several localities and have a recommended service radius of 25 miles and should contain a minimum size of 100 acres. The City of Manassas has eight community and four neighborhood parks in its inventory. The City does not have any district or regional parks. There are several Regional Parks located within Prince William and Fairfax Counties that are within a five mile radius of the City. These include Bull Run Regional Park, Ben Lomond Regional Park, Manassas National Battlefield Park, Hemlock Overlook Regional Park, Fountainhead Regional Park and Signal Hill Park. Page 9 Introduction Next Steps The City of Manassas dissolved its Parks and Recreation department in FY10. During the fiscal years 2010 and 2011 the parks and fields did not see improvements in the CIP due to budget constraints. After this time frame in FY12 the parks and fields have slowly received funding to upgrade and repair necessary issues. The following next steps are for consideration in the future Parks Plan: Continue to implement approved FY 14 CIP park projects Indentify necessary park improvements for FY15 to keep existing parks open. Immediate assessment highlights: Stonewall Park Pool – repair whitecoat in the main pool, upgrade pump room Byrd Park Field # 3 outfield – rebuild outfield Jennie Dean Soccer Field – repair playing field Stonewall Park Soccer Field – repair playing field FY16 CIP Parks Plan – Parks and trails future needs study: Citizens survey Site analysis Plan for future amenities Methodology The park and field inspections consisted of collecting information and identifying the condition of available public space. Information included in the inspection is the type of amenity, NRPA classification, activity level, signage, rating of excellent/good/fair, CIP budgeted upgrades/replacements, and recommendations. Signs of deterioration were noted as well as areas that have been improved in the last several years. A visual inspection was made, looking for evidence of problems that may suggest hazards, i.e. tripping, collapsing, rusting, overuse, or decreased structural integrity. Also, recommendations were noted to alter, repair, replace, install, or remove equipment to ensure the safety of the public. Page 10 City of Manassas, Public Amenities City of Manassas Public Amenities Page 11 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Baldwin Park 9101 Prince William Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 12 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Baldwin Park Map: Aerial View Page 13 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Manassas Museum Map: Aerial View Page 14 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Baldwin Park – Established 1987 This little park is nestled among the tall tress behind the Manassas Museum. This is a great place for a child’s birthday party or just a quiet gathering for friends. The park is 40,000 sq. ft. (0.9 acres) of green space. In addition, the Manassas Museum lawn is calculated into the total quantity of public amenity green space adding 431,820 sq. ft. (9.5 acres) as it serves as the open space for the downtown Manassas area. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition CIP Playground Picnic Tables (3) Grills (1) Bench (3) Trash Can (2) Grounds Parking Lot Fair Good Good Good Good Good Good FY14 ADA Compliant On-going FY13+ Mini Shelters Activity Level Future Moderate FY15 Shade Signage Moderate Good Notes Expand playground equipment with the assistance from the Manassas Kiwanis Club. Large stump and loose brick near play area Street lights, lined spaces Access from parking lot along soft pathway to play area. Pathway does not connect to benches or picnic area. However, parking lot is even with the grass. No designated parking spaces. Add (1) prefabricated mini shelter due to demand for rentals and use Only one vehicle in the lot at time of inspection. Tree canopy over the benches and picnic area throughout the day. City signs with posted hours and maintenance phone number Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 FY14 Baldwin Park 2 3 1 Assessment: Baldwin Park is approved project # R-25 in the FY14 CIP budget noted to receive playground equipment to meet safety and ADA standards. Additionally, the assessment revealed the future consideration for a shade shelter to meet the demands of park rentals. Page 15 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Byrd Park 8528 Cavalry Lane, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 16 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Byrd Park Map: Aerial View Page 17 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Byrd Park - Established 1987 A beautiful park surrounded by the Weems neighborhood. This park is full of amenities for events, recreational needs, and enjoyment of the great outdoors. The park is 390,467 sq. ft. (9.0 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition Excellent, Good, Fair CIP Ball Field # 1 Ball Field # 2 Good Excellent Ball Field # 3 Closed Playground Good Adult Exercise Equip. Excellent FY13 Tot Lot Bank Shot Basketball Roller Hockey Court Basketball Courts (2) Bathrooms Good Good Good Good Closed FY12 FY14 FY12 Concession Stand Closed FY12 Stairs Pathways Good Good FY13 Pavilion Good FY13 Mini Shelter Bleachers (6) Picnic Tables (6) Grills (2) Trash Cans (10) Parking Lot (2) Grounds Fencing Future Good Good Fair FY15 FY14 Notes New fencing in FY12 Outfield safety hazard: amend soil/rebuild outfield – possible repair in FY14 New playground mulch and removed old equipment in FY13 New equipment installed FY13 New playground mulch in FY13, Equipment beginning to show age and weather damage Signs in-progress of being replaced due to damage Fencing replaced and hard top resurfaced in FY12 Resurface hard top in FY14, nets need to be replaced Replace current restrooms, construction beginning soon. Replace current concession stand, construction beginning soon. New stone dust and water drainage pipe added in FY13 Hard surface Concrete pad power washed, replaced missing shingles, and painted wooden structure in FY13 Add 2 new prefabricated mini shelters for additional rental space due to high demand Showing signs of age and overuse Small amount of litter Good Good FY16 Extend fencing at Field 1 and 3 to enclose play area Page 18 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Byrd Park Inspection Continued: ADA Compliant Benches (11) Activity Level Water Spigot (1) Water Fountain (2) Park Lights (6) Parking Lot Signage Grass FY13+ Good High Excellent Good Excellent Good Good Access from parking lot onto a hard surface path. Designated parking areas with signage to be installed during new bathroom construction. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Playground was in use by a couple families Lined spaces and street lighting Wooden signs with park name x 2, park hours, park rules, and maintenance hotline Grass had been cut at time of inspection Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY 14: FY12 Byrd Park 11 Byrd Park Softball Field # 1 3 Byrd Park Softball Field # 2 3 Byrd Park Softball Field # 3 0 Inspection Date: September 4, 2013 FY13 13 2 3 0 FY14 4 1 3 0 Assessment: Byrd Park is approved project # R-31 in the FY14 CIP budget noted to receive various park improvements. The assessment revealed field # 3 is closed to rentals due to the safety hazards in the outfield. As seen in the aerial photo the outfield has a large area of missing grass due to pooling water. The change from the grass spots to the dirt is approximately three to six inches resulting in a safety hazard to citizens. Additionally, Byrd Park is in the process of receiving new restrooms and a concession stand per approval project # R-23 in the FY13 CIP budget. This new upgrade will meet the demand of the Manassas Blaze Girls Softball League. Lastly, the assessment revealed the playground equipment for ages 2-5 is showing age and weather damage. Page 19 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Cannon Branch 10611 Gateway Blvd., Manassas, VA 20110 Established: 2004 The historical site is part of the City of Manassas public amenities adding additional recreational green space of 744,920 sq. ft. (17.11 acres). This location is a great place to see part of the history of Manassas and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. NRPA Classification: Community Park Map: Aerial View Page 20 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Cavalry Run Park 9201 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 21 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Cavalry Run Park Map: Aerial View Page 22 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Cavalry Run Park – Established 1989 Cavalry Run Park is bright with sunshine and green space surrounded by the Haydon community. Amenities include a small parking lot, playground, tennis, pickle ball, basketball courts, and open play space. The park is 96,406 sq. ft. (2.2 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Playground Good Tennis Courts Basketball Court Picnic Tables (2) Grills (1) Benches (2) Trash Cans (4) Excellent Good Good Fair Good Good Mini Shelters Parking Lot ADA Compliant Pickle Ball Court Activity Level Future New Shade Grass Signage Minimal CIP Notes Upgrade as needed for safety FY12 Resurfaced in FY12 Scheduled for replacement in FY14 of eight sections missing FY14/FY15 fencing fabric. Fill cracks and seal asphalt in FY15. FY14 FY14 Add (2) picnic tables Showing signs of age – in process of replacing. Add (5) benches FY13+ Add (3) prefabricated mini shelters for additional rental space and shaded area for patrons In the process of being constructed 9/4/13 Access from parking lot onto hard surface sidewalk. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards FY13 Additional lines added on the tennis court for pickle ball FY14 FY12 Low Good Shade provided by tree canopy near parking lot, only two trees near the playground. Grass had been recently cut Park hours and maintenance hotline Inspection Date: September 4, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12- FY14: FY12 FY13 FY14 Cavalry Run Park 0 0 0 Assessment: Assessment revealed the basketball court is missing eight sections of fencing fabric leaving the area open to a potential safety hazard to citizens. Additionally, the park received a parking lot to accommodate visitors per approval of project # R-33 in FY12 CIP budget. Page 23 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Cedar Crest Park 10331 Sarajevo Court, Manassas, VA 20110 Established: Land purchased 1986 This recreational park land is undeveloped and is part of the overall total of the public amenity green space by adding 97, 139 sq. ft. (2.23 acres). NRPA Classification: Unclassified Map: Aerial View Page 24 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Dean Park 9501 Dean Park Lane, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 25 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Dean Park Map: Aerial View Page 26 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Dean Park – Established 1985 There multiple sporting amenities that awaits you at the City’s largest park. Be sure to take a stroll along the Winters Branch Trail, or stroll along the quiet pond where you can see nature’s wildlife. The park is 3,999,045 sq. ft. (91.8 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: District Park Amenity Condition CIP Notes Ball Field # 1 Good FY12 New benches and fencing for dugouts added in FY12 Ball Field # 2 Basketball Court (2) Good Good FY12 New benches and fencing for dugouts added in FY12 Some cracks in the black top on both courts Tennis Courts (3) Fencing Bathrooms Excellent Good Good FY12 FY15 Winters' Branch Trail Bull Pins/Batting Cages (2) Good FY13 Future FY14 Bleachers (4) Good FY15 Mini Shelters Future FY15 ADA Compliant Water Fountains (3) FY13+ Good Resurfaced in FY12, fencing beginning to show signs of age and weather damage Replace fencing in FY15 surrounding the tennis courts. Water Fountain vandalized summer 2013 Innovative Playground Equipment: Adding climbing rocks, fitness equip along the trail to draw more families – CIP: Inactive (loss funding in CIP- FY13) Add fenced areas for bull pins/batting cages per request of field users Add concrete pads and (4) additional bleachers due to high activity level. Add (4) prefabricated mini shelters due to high activity level Access from parking lot onto gravel surface path. Designated parking spaces. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards. One water fountain vandalized summer 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 Dean Park 0 0 Dean Park Baseball Field #1 7 3 Dean Park Baseball Field #2 7 5 Dean Park Tennis Courts 0 0 Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY14 0 8 13 0 Page 27 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Dean Park Assessment: Dean Park has received upgrades to the dugouts from approved project # R-31 in FY12 CIP budget. The upgrades provide teams a place to sit and prepare for games. The fields are highly demanded by area teams and some have named Dean Park their home field. Additionally, project # R-17 to add fitness equipment along Winters Branch Trail in the FY13 CIP lost funding and has been listed as inactive. Approved project # R-31 to improve the park system lists Dean Park as one of the potential locations in the FY14 CIP budget. Lastly, it is known that Dean Park will be the future home to the E.G. Smith baseball complex. Page 28 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Winters Branch Trail 9501 Dean Park Lane, Manassas, VA 20110 Established: 2000 Winters Branch Trail is a staple within the community providing a paved path for strollers, bicyclists, roller blading, and walking through the beauty of nature surrounded by trees. The trail is 0.9 miles long connecting from Godwin Drive to Wellington Road. This scenic path is highly utilized by residents throughout the year. The newest upgrade has been an interactive map on the City website providing slope data, pictures, directions, and amenities for residents to view from the comfort of their home. NRPA Classification: Unclassified Map: Aerial View Page 29 City of Manassas, Public Amenities E.G. Smith Baseball Complex 9698 Godwin Drive, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 30 City of Manassas, Public Amenities E.G. Smith Baseball Complex Map: Aerial View Page 31 City of Manassas, Public Amenities E. G. Smith Baseball Complex – Established 1987 E. G. Smith Baseball Complex is home to the Greater Manassas Baseball League. The park is 1,001,880 sq. ft. (23.0 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Ball Field # 1 Good Ball Field # 2 Good Ball Field # 3 Good Ball Field # 4 Good Ball Field # 5 Good Ball Field # 6 Good Ball Field # 7 Good Ball Field # 8 Announcers Box (3) Bathrooms Good Concession Stand Pathways Good Good Pavilion Picnic Tables (24) Stairs Good Good Fair Fencing Good Good Good CIP FY12 Notes Field faces Rt. 28, netting for the backstop, field is lined with bases, outfield fencing wrapped Field backs up to the intersection of Godwin Dr/Rt. 28, field is lined with bases, netting for the backstop, outfield fencing wrapped Field is located next to the concession stand, field is lined with bases, netting for the backstop, outfield fencing wrapped Field backs up to Godwin Dr, field has bases and the outfield fencing is wrapped, netting for the backstop, field is not lighted or lined Field backs up to Micron, field is lined with bases, netting for backstop, outfield fencing is wrapped Fencing replaced in FY12, Field faces Rt. 28, fields lined with bases, netting for backstop, outfield fencing is wrapped Shares an outfield with Field # 8, backs up to Micron, netting for backstop, not lined with bases, not lighted, side field fencing wrapped Shares an outfield with Field # 7, faces Micron, no backstop, not lined, field has bases, side field fencing wrapped Broken Window on announcer box at field #6, announcers stand at field #7 is open air Very dirty at time of inspection Requested for an addition on the concession stand for the grill (currently located outdoors) Health permit up to date for 2013. Speak wires running under the roof shingles to another tent and field #3 Constructed with railroad ties and stone dust Field # 6 fencing replaced in FY12, requested a gated entrance to keep tractor trailers from parking in the lot, Replace FY14/FY15 fencing at fields in need of repair in FY14 and FY15 Page 32 City of Manassas, Public Amenities E. G. Smith Baseball Complex Inspections Continued: ADA Compliant Dugouts (16) Lights (23) Flag Pole Trash cans (25) Shed (3) Temporary Potty (4) Batting Cage (5) Scoreboard (4) Bleachers (17) FY13+ Good Good Excellent Good Good Good Good Good Good Parking Lot Gazebo (1) Good Excellent Signage In-field Dirt (2) Good Good FY12 Access from parking lot onto a hard surface path. Some pathways are gravel or grass surface throughout the complex. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards. Wooden benches in the dugouts are showing signs of age Flags replaced due to weather damage in FY12 Small amount of litter throughout the complex Purchased by GMBL and maintained by GMBL Several potholes, lighted, half gravel, half paved, designated handicap parking Wooden park sign, several sponsor signs, no pets sign, permit use only sign Two in-field dirt piles around the complex Inspection Date: September 4, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 E.G. Smith Baseball Complex 6 8 FY14 8 Assessment: Greater Manassas Baseball League (GMBL) annual contract renews each year by consent of the City of Manassas Council. In this contract GMBL assumes the responsibilities to maintain the complex. However, over the years the complex has aged with normal weathering and use. Additionally, the assessment revealed the parking lot has several potholes and large trucks parking in the lot overnight. Field # 6 has received new fencing per approval of project # R-31 in the FY12 CIP budget. Page 33 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Harris Pavilion 9201 Center Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Established: Land purchased in 1977 Harris Pavilion is a central location to ice skating, festivals, dances, music, and art. The facility provides a wide range of recreational activities to the City of Manassas residents. Due to the various functions of the facility it adds to the recreational public amenities with a 54,886 sq. ft. (1.23 acres) to the overall total of green space in the City. NRPA Classification: Unclassified Map: Aerial View Page 34 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Kinsley Mill Park 8844 Hastings Drive, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 35 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Kinsley Mill Park Map: Aerial View Page 36 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Kinsley Mill Park – Established 1987 The tall shade trees make this park perfect location for family picnics and gatherings. The park is 142,920 sq. ft. (3.3 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Condition CIP Possibly reconfigure, 1st base backs up to resident‘s backyard T-Ball Field Good Playground # 1 Good Future Roller Hockey Court Good FY12 Basketball Court Good Picnic Tables (4) Good Grills (2) Good Mini Shelters Future FY14 ADA Compliant FY13+ Shaded Areas FY14 Open Space Good Signage Good Notes Needs new mulch and cleaned from weather and tree debris Fence has been replaced, Black top good condition, a couple cracks with weeds growing through, Chalk pictures on the black top Cracks in black top with weeds growing through, 1 net needs replacing, backboards could use new paint, lines on half of the court – not painted by the City Add (4) prefabricated mini shelters due to high demand for rentals Access from parking lot beside basketball court via hard surface pathway to play area. No designate parking spots. Shaded provided by tree canopy, future suggestion to add mini shelters Park hours and maintenance hotline. No park rules posted. Grass Needs to be cut 8/27/13 Trash Cans (4) Good Litter in the area around the playground Benches (4) Good Activity Level Moderate Need new paint At time of inspection one parent and child were utilizing the playground from neighboring community Parking Lot Good No lines for parking spaces, no street lights in the lot Park & Field Rental Totals: FY12 Kinsley Mill Park 1 Kinsley T-Ball Field 2 Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY13 3 2 FY14 0 3 Page 37 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Kinsley Mill Park Assessment: This park is in overall good condition, but with minor maintenance repairs needed to refresh the appearance of the amenities. Also, the assessment revealed that the t-ball field first base line is on the edge of the property line leaving the home team without a dugout or bench. This field is a possible consideration for reconfiguration in the future to accommodate both teams. Page 38 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Lee Manor Park 9650 Shannon Lane, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 39 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Lee Manor Park Map: Aerial View Page 40 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Lee Manor Park – Established 2002 A small park tucked away beside Round Elementary School boasting nature’s beauty around the newly surfaced tennis courts. The park is 210,103 sq. ft. (4.8 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Condition CIP 1 set of 3 courts, nets in excellent condition. Resurfaced in FY12. Tennis Courts Excellent Lights (6) Good Light poles surrounding the courts Benches (5) Good One bench will need over growth cut back Access from the parking lot via hard surface pathway to main entry gate, no designated parking spaces Showing signs of age and weather damage, weeds growing up through the fencing ADA Compliant FY12 Notes FY13+ Fencing Good Trash can (1) Good Parking Fair Signage Good Activity Level Moderate Shade Minimal Primary use in the evening. Not in use at time of inspection. No shade provided over tennis courts. Tree canopy provides minimal shade coverage over benches for spectators. Grass Good Grass had been cut recently at time of inspection. No litter observed at time of inspection. Property of the Manassas School Board, lot has several cracks with weeds growing through, spaces closest to entry gate to tennis courts has a large amount of overgrowth that will need to be cut back Signs with park hours, park rules, and maintenance hotline. No sign with park name Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 FY14 Lee Manor Park 0 0 0 Assessment: Overall this park is in excellent condition due to the courts being resurfaced under project # R-32 in FY12 CIP budget. The property is under developed due to the previous plans to place a fire station at this location. Page 41 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Liberia Mansion 8601 Portner Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110 Established: 1986 Liberia Mansion is a historic property belonging to the City of Manassas and is part of the public amenities available to the citizens on a varied basis. This property adds to the overall park space adding 898,207 sq. ft. (20.62 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Map: Aerial View Page 42 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Mayfield Fort 8401 Quarry Road, Manassas, VA 20110 Established: 1986 Mayfield Fort is a historic property belonging to the City of Manassas. This outdoor site provides a short trail uphill for residents to enjoy the beauty of the City from a bird’s eye view. Additionally, the property adds to the overall park land by adding 507,038 sq. ft. (11.64 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Map: Aerial View Page 43 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Nelson Park 8915 Grant Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 44 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Nelson Park Map: Aerial View Page 45 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Nelson Park – Established 1987 This park is a favorite for weddings. A picturesque gazebo and fountain are located at this beautifully landscaped park, making it a wonderful backdrop for photography enthusiasts. The park is 91,781 sq. ft. (2.1 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair CIP Gazebo (1) Good Future Water Fountain (1) Good Future Benches (10) Picnic Tables (4) Good Good Future ADA Compliant FY13+ Parking Water Spigot (2) Good Good Park Lamps (5) Memory Plaque (3) Good Good Signage Good Activity Level Shade Moderate Good Trash Cans (3) Good Grass Good Park & Field Rental Totals: FY12 Nelson Park 20 Notes Relocate and construct new gazebo (switch location with fountain) Showing age and weather damage. Brick pathway received minor repairs in the past year. Relocate and construct new fountain (switch location with gazebo) Filled with leaves and not operating at time of inspection. 2 sets of 5 benches. Benches showing signs of age and weather damage. Move to new location (repair as needed) Access from parking lot into the grass, no designated parking spaces. Sidewalk along the roadway (Sudley Road and Grant Ave). Assess needs annually and upgrade as needed. No street lights. Spaces lined. Large tree branch had fallen and will need to be removed. Actual working operation of lights was not observed during inspection. Park sign with park name, open hours, and maintenance hotline. No sign with park rules. Reserved for weddings and other community gatherings. No sports allowed due to location of park (traffic hazard). Tree canopy provides shade over picnic table and gazebo. Trash in the gazebo. Grass had recently been cut at time of inspection. Anonymous donor maintains the grass at the park. Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY13 28 FY14 6 Page 46 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Nelson Park Assessment: Nelson Park is one of the popular locations for City residents to tie the knot. The gazebo and fountain is the main attraction that brings couples to this treasure. However, the fountain at time of inspection was not operational and routinely couples experience the disappointment of this issue. The project # R-22 to relocate and rebuild a new fountain and gazebo has been listed for future years in the CIP budget. Lastly, this park has been adopted by an anonymous donor who mows the grass free of charge on a regular basis during the operational season. Page 47 City of Manassas, Public Amenities New Britain Park 8438 Kirby Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Established: Land purchased in 1984 Currently this property is undeveloped and acts as a sound barrier between Stonewall Park, New Britain, and Cannon Ridge neighborhoods. The park is part of the City of Manassas public amenities by adding to the overall total of green space with 273,992 sq. ft. (6.29 acres). NRPA Classification: Unclassified New Britain Park Map: Aerial View Page 48 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Oakenshaw Park 9556 Oakenshaw Drive, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 49 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Oakenshaw Park Map: Aerial View Page 50 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Oakenshaw Park – Established 1987 This park is nestled into the Oakenshaw neighborhood broken into two smaller areas of play on either side of Oakenshaw Road. The park is popular to the neighborhood offering play amenities in walking distance. The park is 433,190 sq. ft. (9.9 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition CIP Notes T-ball field Good Basketball Court Good Playground # 1 Good Fixed broken backstop in the past year (weather related). Field is FY13 on rotating drag schedule. Noted home plate area is overgrown with weeds. Court is not lined, with cracks and weeds growing through. For ages 4+, upgrade as needed. Playground mulch needed, base of equipment is showing. Weeds growing in the mulched play Future area. Shade Minimal FY14 ADA Compliant FY13+ A few trees provide shade. Suggested location for mini shelters. Access from street onto hard surface paths. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Trash Cans (3) Grass Good Parking Good Grass needs to be cut. Street parking shared with neighborhood residents and street lighting. Activity Level Low Noticed a couple walking nearby at time of inspection. Picnic Table (1) Good Benches (3) Grass Good Playground # 2 Fair Signage FY13 Grass needs to be cut at time of inspection. For ages 4 and under. Equipment is in need of replacement, showing age and weather damage. Upgrade as needed. Playground mulch needed, base of equipment is showing. Weeds growing in the mulched play area. Signs showing park hours and maintenance hotline. Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 Oakenshaw Park 0 0 Oakenshaw Baseball Field 0 2 Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY14 0 3 Page 51 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Oakenshaw Park Assessment: This park is receiving a playground replacement for ages four and under as noted in the approved project # R-25 in the FY14 CIP budget. Furthermore, the assessment revealed no areas of shade for the spectators at the playgrounds or baseball field. Future consideration to add sun shades or area of shelter to provide relief from the sun. Page 52 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Old Town Skate Park 8921 Prince William Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 53 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Old Town Skate Park Map: Aerial View Page 54 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Old Town Skate Park – Established 2003 Situated on a small parcel of land in Old Town Manassas, this park is reserved solely for skateboarders and roller blade enthusiasts. It is open during daylight hours only and is not supervised. Benches are located on the outside of the fence for parental use. There is no admission fee. The park is 5,000 sq. ft. (0.1 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Pocket Park Amenity Skate Ramps (10) Rails (3) Condition CIP Good Notes Graffiti noticed on 3 ramps. Good Fencing Good Fence is being replaced around entire park in FY14 Shade Minimal Trash Cans (1) Grass Good Parking Good A few trees provide shade. Suggested location for mini shelters. Access from street onto sidewalk from VRE lots. Difficult to no access into the play area. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Trash can was full at time of inspection. Moderate amount of litter inside the skating area. Grass had been cut at time of inspection Street parking shared with commuters and local businesses with street lighting. Signage stating “no parking” near play area but the curb is white – should this be yellow? Activity Level High Utilized by youth after school and on weekends. Picnic Table (2) Good Benches (2) Signage Good Entry Gate (1) Good ADA Compliant FY13+ Signs showing park hours, maintenance hotline, and no bicycles. Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 FY14 Old Town Skate Park 0 0 0 Assessment: This park is heavily used by the public and the assessment revealed the effects of use. Specifically, the fencing rail has fallen on the entry side of the park and graffiti was noted on the ramps. Page 55 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park 8300 Stonewall Road, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 56 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park Map: Aerial View Page 57 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park Walking Trail Established: 1982 Stonewall Park Walking Trail is a beautiful paved path winding through the trees around the soccer field. This trail is 0.9 miles loop great for walking, biking, or running. NRPA Classification: Unclassified Map: Aerial View Page 58 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park – Established 1984 Situated among the trees is the popular covered picnic pavilion and several amenities for family gatherings. The park is 1,064,441 sq. ft. (24.4 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition CIP Tennis Courts Excellent FY12 Basketball Court Good FY12 Soccer/Football Field Fair FY14 Playground # 1 Good Playground # 2 Bathrooms Good Fitness Trail (0.9 mi) Excellent Pavilion Picnic Tables (7) Grills (3) Good Good Good Signage FY12 Good ADA Compliant Trash cans (8) Benches (5) Activity Level Grass FY12 FY13+ Good Excellent High Notes Courts resurfaced in FY12, nets in good condition, racquet ball wall needs a new coat of paint, fence in ok condition Cracks, nets need to be replaced, no lines, backboards and poles in ok condition Field has large dirt spots under the goals and in the middle of the field due to overuse, goals replaced in FY13 during the “Big Day of Serving” Located beside the pool, new playground mulch needed Located beside the pavilion, a couple playground pieces showing signs of age, overall in good condition, new playground mulch needed Construct restroom facility New gravel extension added in FY13 to connect New Britain neighborhood to Stonewall Park Concrete slab replaced in FY12, signs on brick posts need to be replaced due to damage and age, overall in good condition Wooden sign with park name, park hours, park rules x2, directional sign, tennis court rules, pavilion rules, maintenance hotline Access parks from the parking lot onto hard surface paths. Suggested to extend hard surface path to the pavilion and tennis courts. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Litter throughout the park and overflow of trash onto the ground from the trash cans Several families using the park playground equipment, basketball court, and fitness trail during inspection, field is rented daily for soccer Grass had been cut recently at time of inspection Page 59 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park Inspections Continued: Grounds Parking Lot Good Several areas that have eroded and tree roots are exposed Lighting, spaces lined, handicap spaces designated Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 Stonewall Park Pavilion 27 25 Stonewall Park Tennis Courts 0 0 Stonewall Park Soccer Field 2 3 Inspection Date: September 4, 2013 FY14 1 0 4 Assessment: Assessment revealed the soccer field has a large dirt spot that stretches the entire length of the playing field. This is due to overuse and misuse during unfavorable field conditions. New park restrooms are in process of being installed under approved project # R-29 in the FY12 CIP budget. Additionally, the ground has eroded away around the playground next to the pool leaving exposed tree roots causing a potential safety hazard to citizens. Lastly, under project # R32 the tennis courts were resurfaced in FY12 CIP budget. Page 60 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park Pool 8351 Stonewall Road, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 61 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park Pool Map: Aerial View Page 62 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park Pool – Established 1984 Stonewall Park Pool is a great place for summer fun, swim teams, and swim lessons. The main pool holds 211,280 gallons of water and is 5,310 sq. ft. (307.6 linear ft.) in size. The baby pool holds 3,551 gallons of water and is 572 sq. ft. in size. The pool decking surrounds the two pools covering 10,335 sq. ft. of area. NRPA Classification: Unclassified Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair CIP Baby Pool (1) Good Main Pool (1) Fair Slide (1) Good FY06 Diving Board (1) Good FY12 Ladders (5)/Rails (2) Good Whale (1) Fair FY06 Sunshade (1) Excellent FY06 Fence Fair Lifeguard Stands (3) FY06 FY06 Pool Lights (11) Excellent FY13 Pool Cover (2) Excellent FY13 Pool Deck (1) Excellent Tree Boxes (10) Good Notes Renovated in 2006 White coat is flaking off in large patches, tiles are coming unglued from the pool floor, tiles on the ramp are crumbling a part, brick coping tiles are chipped in areas Water pressure needs to be increased, unsure if this is due to the supply of water or erosion within the hose, rails on the steps are showing signs of rust. Slide added in 2006. Board replaced in FY12, the rubber piece that holds the board in place needs replacing due to age damage. This is the original diving board apparatus from 1982. Ladder steps have lost their non-slip grip due to normal wear and tear. Fountain feature broken, needs a new rubber coating, and fitting is broken that secures it to the pool floor Added in 2006 Fence poles around the baby pool have come loose from the concrete, the fabric on the perimeter fence is pealing up from the ground, and the barbed wire has been damaged from break-ins Original stand from 1982 is beginning to rust due to age and weathering. Umbrellas attached to guard chairs are damaged from overuse Lights replaced in FY13 and during replacement a leak was found in the dive well behind a light fixture, leak was repaired. Only one light left to be upgraded to LED from incandescent (which are being phased out) Cover replaced in FY13 on main pool, baby pool cover is in excellent condition Need to replace a couple depth markings and no diving signs due to normal weathering Brick tree boxes are beginning to break down from the tree roots expanding and a couple trees are showing signs of dying Page 63 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Concession Stand (1) Excellent FY06 Roller Gates (3) Good Ice Machine (1) Fair Refrigerators (4) Good FY12 Freezers (4) Good FY12 Fair Good Good Good FY13 FY12 FY12 FY13 Both gates have received periodic maintenance to ensure security of the admission and concession buildings Machine broke in FY13 and is not able to be repaired due to normal wear and tear Replaced one refrigerator due to overuse and to comply with health dept. code Replaced two freezers due to overuse and to comply with health dept. code Basement floods constantly, rusting on metal surfaces, lighting is not working properly all due to storage of chemicals and overuse. Flooring replaced with new non-slip surface Replaced one due to normal wear and tear Replaced one due to normal wear and tear Replaced two filters due to pressure damage Good FY13 Replaced pump due to pressure damage Admission Building (1) Chlorinators (2) Acid Feeders (2) Filters (6) Baby Pool Pump (1) Main Pool Pump (1) Hot Water Heater (1) Bathrooms (2) Fair Original pump showing signs of overuse and rust Fair No hot water in admissions building One shower not properly working. Four new benches donated by SPST in FY13 that replaced the original seating in the bathrooms Pool is fully compliant with the new DOJ requirements. Future, assess compliance to meet ADA standards. Good FY13 ADA Compliant FY13+ Inspection Date: August 21, 2013 Pool Revenue: FY08 Actual FY09 Actual FY010 Actual FY11 Actual FY12 Actual FY13 Budget (Adopted) $140,736 $134,660 Total Operating Budget $139,480 $141,960 $111,383 $115,039 Total Revenues $52,575 $55,644 $60,937 $53,822 $57,427 38% 39% 55% 47% 41% Cost Recovery % $60,877 45% Page 64 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Stonewall Park Pool Assessment: Stonewall Park Pool is approaching 30 years old and is showing signs of age due to weathering. First, the white coating in the main pool is in need of repair as the dive well over the past three years has received patches but the repairs are not holding. Additionally, in the 2013 season the swim lanes needed patching along with tiles popping up needing to be replaced. Although this is a costly repair, it is necessary and will extend the life of this amenity for another 15-30 years. As research shows the white coat has not been replaced since the pool was built in 1982. Secondly, the pump room is showing age from normal weathering and exposure to pool chemicals. A possible upgrade to the system would replace the rusted equipment and provide a more energy efficient system to reduce the quantity of chemicals used. Lastly, the whale water feature has received annual repairs over the last three years, such as, new paint and new fittings. However, to mitigate this annual repair an option would be to replace the whale with a more permanent spray feature or an amenity comparable. Page 65 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Walter Delisle Park 9027 West Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 66 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Walter Delisle Park Map: Aerial View Page 67 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Walter Delisle Park – Established 2002 This little park is tucked back in a small parcel of land which once was a community eye sore. Thanks to some creative and resourceful people, this neighborhood now has a tiny beautiful park to enjoy. This park is truly for the little ones. This park was recipient for the Arbor Day dedication in 2013. The park is 7,700 sq. ft. (0.2 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Pocket Park Amenity Tot Lot Benches (1) Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair CIP Good Good ADA Compliant Signage Picnic Table (1) Shade Good Good Minimal Parking Activity Level Low Notes Suitable for 2-5 children at play at a time. New playground mulch needed. Upgrade as needed Access from the street onto the grass. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Sign with park name. Shade provided by tree canopy. Street parking or parking lot nearby at Nelson Park. Not in use at time of inspection. Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 FY14 Walter Delisle Park 0 0 0 Assessment: Currently, the park only offers one small play unit which is only suitable for one small family at a time. Additionally, the park is surrounded by two neighborhood streets without fencing causing for concern for a potential hazard to children without proper supervision. Page 68 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Winterset Park 9200 Winterset Drive, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 69 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Winterset Park Map: Aerial View Page 70 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Winterset Park – Established 1989 While out for a walk with the kids, stop by this park and enjoy some quality time. This public amenity is nestled into the Winterset neighborhood next door to the Old Town Station apartments. The park is 170,533 sq. ft. (3.9 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Basketball Court Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Good Playground Picnic Tables (4) Grills (2) Grass Good Good Good Shade Minimal ADA Compliant Benches (2) CIP Future FY13+ Notes Cracks with weeds growing through, no painted lines, new nets needed. Play area is in need of playground mulch. Upgrade as needed Small amount of graffiti on one of the picnic tables. Grill is in need of cleaning at time of inspection. Grass needs to be cut at time of inspection. Shade provided by tree canopy. Suggested to add mini shelters at this location. Access from the street onto the grass. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Good Parking Open Field Good Signage Fair Grounds Trash Cans (2) Good Good Street parking is shared with neighborhood residents with street lighting. Ideal for small sporting groups Wooden sign with park name, planter box needs to be weeded and sign is showing age and weather damage. Additional sign with park hours and maintenance hotline. 2 trees marked for removal by the City at time of inspection. Very small amount of litter noted during inspection. Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 FY14 Winterset Park 1 0 0 Assessment: Assessment revealed that this park has a large open space to be considered for a shade shelter or other sporting activities to meet the demand picnic and field rentals. Page 71 City of Manassas, Public Amenities City of Manassas Public School Amenities Page 72 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Preface A joint venture agreement with the City of Manassas School Board and the City of Manassas dates back to 2002. This joint venture appears under project # R-7 in the CIP noting each of five elementary schools is to receive new playground equipment to meet the ADA and safety standards. The five elementary schools are on a five year rotation as seen below: - Jennie Dean Elementary FY13 Round Elementary FY14 Haydon Elementary FY15 Baldwin Elementary FY16 Weems Elementary FY17 Additionally, the City of Manassas and the City of Manassas Schools have a mutual agreement as it pertains to the programming of school fields. The following schools and amenities are available to the public after school programming hours. - Osbourn High School – Tennis Courts Metz Middle School – Baseball Field, Softball Field, Open Field Space, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts Mayfield Intermediate School – Basketball Court and Open Field Space Baldwin Elementary School – Baseball Field, Open Field Space, Basketball Courts, Adult Fitness Equipment, Playgrounds Haydon Elementary School – Open Field Space, Basketball Courts, Playgrounds Jennie Dean Elementary School – Baseball Field #3, Baseball Field #4, Soccer/Football Field, Basketball Courts, Playground, Track Round Elementary School – Baseball Field, Basketball Courts, Playgrounds, Adult Fitness Equipment Weems Elementary School – Baseball Field #1, Baseball Field #2, Open Field Space, Basketball Courts, and Playgrounds Page 73 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Baldwin Elementary School 9705 Main Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 74 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Baldwin Elementary School Map: Aerial View Page 75 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Baldwin Elementary School – Established 1974 Baldwin Elementary has been a staple in the Manassas community from the establishment of the City in 1975. The school is being relocated to the school administration property in the near future. The public amenity adds to the overall park space with 270,072 sq. ft. (6.2 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Baseball Field Good Basketball Court Good Fitness Equip. Open Field Space Good Good Playground Good ADA Compliant Trash Cans (2) Parking Grass Signage CIP No benches for players. Home plate area needs to be weeded. Weeds growing through the fence. Field is on the drag schedule. Crack-seal as needed, poles are rusted, backboards could use new paint and nets need to be replaced. Fitness area is in need of new playground mulch and several areas covered in weeds. FY13+ Fair Good Notes Playground was receiving new mulch at time of inspection. Upgrade as needed (last replaced in FY02 & FY07) Access from parking lot onto sidewalk and into the grass. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Trash cans need to be repainted or replaced due to signs of age and weather damage. Small amount of litter in the fitness area. Parking lot with lined spaces and street lighting. Grass needs to be cut at time of inspection. Few signs with park rules located by the basketball court. Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: Baldwin Elementary School Baseball Field Baldwin Elementary School Open Field Space Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY12 0 4 FY13 0 1 FY14 0 2 Assessment: Assessment revealed the current trash cans are damaged with graffiti and normal weathering. Also, the baseball field is missing benches and dugouts on both sides of the field. The basketball court has cracks with grass growing up through resulting in the need of future resurfacing. The open space is regularly used for soccer by multiple teams and leagues. Page 76 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Haydon Elementary School 9075 Park Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 77 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Haydon Elementary School Map: Aerial View Page 78 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Haydon Elementary School – Established 1979 Haydon Elementary School is highly requested for the use of the open field for the game of soccer. This public school amenity adds to the overall park total with 113,256 sq. ft. (2.6 acres) of recreational space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Open Space Good Playground # 1 Good Basketball Court Good ADA Compliant CIP Suggested the old backstop and fence pole be removed due to age and damage. Play area was receiving new playground mulch at time of inspection. Upgrade as needed (last replaced in FY01 & FY06) FY13+ Parking Notes 2 nets need to be replaced Access from parking lot behind the school onto the grass or sidewalk. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Parking lot with street lighting. Activity Level Moderate Public use after school hours and rented for soccer practice. Signage Good Only play area signs noted during inspection. Benches (4) Good Playground # 2 Good Grass Play area was receiving new playground mulch at time of inspection. Upgrade as needed (last replaced in FY01 & FY06) Grass needs to be cut at time of inspection. Trash Cans (0) Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: Haydon Elementary School Open Field Space Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY12 2 FY13 2 FY14 2 Assessment: Assessment revealed there is an old back stop and fence poles causing a hazard to children at play in the open field. The hazard has been brought to the attention of the school and mitigation of this hazard is in the process. Page 79 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Jennie Dean Elementary School 9601 Prince William Street, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 80 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Jennie Dean Elementary School Map: Aerial View Page 81 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Jennie Dean Elementary School – Established 1974 The popular Jennie Dean Elementary school is regularly used for baseball, softball, soccer, and football games. This public school amenity adds to the park total with 757,944 sq. ft. (17.4 acres) of recreational space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Playground Basketball Court Ball Field # 3 Ball Field # 4 Soccer/Football Field Track Trash Cans (6) ADA Compliant Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Good Good Good Good Fair Good CIP Notes FY13 New playground scheduled for install September 2013 FY13 Goal posts painted yellow by the school, large dirt spots under the goal posts Gravel FY13+ Assess compliance to meet ADA standards Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: Jennie Dean Elementary School Soccer Field Jennie Dean Elementary Baseball Field #3 Jennie Dean Elementary Baseball Field #4 Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY12 8 1 5 FY13 0 3 7 FY14 0 8 Assessment: The soccer/football field is showing signs of overuse and weather damage. The field has large exposed dirt patches under each goal post and down the middle of the field. To mitigate future damage the potential of controlling access to the field will reduce future field damage. Under the project # R-27 to renovate the Jennie Dean football field was cancelled in the FY12 or prior year CIP budget. Also, under project # R-7 the school is receiving new playground equipment scheduled for install in October 2013 through the FY12 CIP budget. Page 82 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Mayfield Intermediate School 9400 Mayfield Court, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 83 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Mayfield Intermediate School Map: Aerial View Page 84 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Mayfield Intermediate School – Established 2006 Mayfield Intermediate School is the newest to the City and provides the public an open field with a basketball court for use after school programming hours. This public school amenity adds to the park totals with 95,832 sq. ft. (2.2 acres) of green space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Basketball Court Trash Cans (1) ADA Compliant Open Field Space Grass Signage Parking Activity Level Condition CIP Notes 6 basketball hoops with chain nets and free-throw lines. Court covered in geese feces. Excellent Excellent FY13+ Access from parking lot onto hard surface ramp. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards Excellent Low None noted. Parking lot available behind the school with street lights. Not in use at time of inspection. Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 Mayfield Intermediate School 0 0 Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY14 0 Assessment: Currently both outdoor amenities, basketball court and open field, are in excellent condition. Page 85 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Metz Middle School 9950 Wellington Road, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 86 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Metz Middle School Map: Aerial View Page 87 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Metz Middle School – Established 1990 Metz Middle School is one of the larger outdoor school amenities providing available fields to be rented for team and league use. This public school amenity adds to the park totals with 383,328 sq. ft. (8.8 acres) of recreational space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Baseball Field Good Softball Field Good Football Field Tennis Courts Excellent Excellent Basketball Court Good ADA Compliant Track Batting Cage Grass Trash Cans (8) Signage Bleachers (1) Benches (4) Parking Bike Rack Activity Level CIP FY12 FY13+ Excellent Good Good Good Good Good Good High Notes Field on rotating drag schedule. Field on rotating drag schedule. Field weeded by “Week of Hope” crews during the 2013 summer season. Turf field only open for school functions, not open to the public. Resurfaced in FY12. Court covered on one side with geese feces. Poles are showing rust and the backboards need to be painted. Access from the parking lot onto hard surface sidewalks. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards. School functions only. Not open to the public. Enclosed area weeded by “Week of Hope” crews during the 2013 summer season. Grass needs to be cut at time of inspection. Located beside tennis courts and ball fields. Several park rule signs and no trespassing on fences. Located behind the softball field. Located beside the ball fields. Parking lots located on the side of the building. Located next to the basketball court. Highly used by the public. Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 Metz Middle School Baseball Field 4 Metz Middle School Softball Field 2 Metz Middle School Open Field Space 4 Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 FY13 1 0 4 FY14 2 1 14 Page 88 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Metz Middle School Assessment: Assessment revealed the fields are in good condition. However, the fields do not have lighting for evening practice to meet the demand of the public. Additionally, the football turf field and the surrounding track are programmed by the school only. The entire outdoor amenity is fully fenced in and locked on a regular basis to prevent further vandalism as this has been a problem in the past. Page 89 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Osbourn High School 9005 Tudor Lane, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 90 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Osbourn High School Map: Aerial View Page 91 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Osbourn High School – Established 1974 Osbourn High School recreational fields are programmed by the school except for the tennis courts that are available after school programming hours. This public school amenity adds to the park total with 74,052 sq. ft. (1.7acres) of recreational space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Condition Tennis Courts (2) Excellent Lights (8) Excellent ADA Compliant Benches (6) Good Bleachers (2) Good Racquet Ball (2) Good Trash Cans (2) Good Shade Minimal CIP Notes FY12 Resurfaced in FY12 FY13+ Access from parking lot in front of the school onto hard surface sidewalk. Assess compliance annually to meet ADA standards. Tree canopy provides minimal shade for players or spectators. Inspection Date: August 27, 2013 Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: FY12 FY13 FY14 Osbourn High School 0 0 0 Assessment: The assessment revealed the courts are in excellent condition and are used regularly by City residents. The courts were resurfaced under project # R-32 in FY12 CIP budget. Page 92 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Round Elementary School 10100 Hastings Drive, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 93 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Round Elementary School Map: Aerial View Page 94 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Round Elementary School – Established 1986 Round Elementary School is a popular location for youth baseball practice. This public school amenity adds to the overall park totals with 91,476 sq. ft. (2.1 acres) of recreational space. NRPA Classification: Neighborhood Park Amenity Condition: Excellent, Good, Fair Baseball Field Good Playground Good Fitness Equipment Good ADA Compliant CIP Notes FY14 No benches or dugouts. Field is on the rotating drag schedule. New playground mulch. Playground equipment in the rear and pieces of the ADA equipment needs to be replaced. Scheduled for upgrade in CIP FY14 FY13+ Access from the parking lot onto grass or hard surface sidewalks. Assess compliance to meet ADA standards Signage Good Park rules, no trespassing. Trash cans (5) Fair Showing signs of age and damage. Fencing Good Backstop is falling and needs repair. Benches (7) Fair 5 benches are wooden and showing signs of age. Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: Round Elementary School Baseball Field Inspection Date: August 29, 2013 FY12 2 FY13 2 FY14 3 Assessment: Round Elementary School is scheduled to receive updated playground equipment under project # R-7 in the FY14 CIP budget. This is on schedule with the five year rotation of playground upgrades for all five elementary schools. In addition, the baseball field is used regularly for youth baseball and is lighted to meet the demand for evening practices. Page 95 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Weems Elementary School 8750 Weems Road, Manassas, VA 20110 Page 96 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Weems Elementary School Map: Aerial View Page 97 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Weems Elementary School – Established 1977 Weems Elementary School offers the public the ability to use the two baseball fields and open space after school programming hours. This public school amenity adds to the overall park totals with 405,108 sq. ft. (9.3 acres) of recreational space. NRPA Classification: Community Park Amenity Condition Baseball Field # 1 Good Baseball Field # 2 Open Field Good Good Playground # 1 Good Playground # 2 Good Basketball Courts (2) Good ADA Compliant CIP FY13+ Signage Fair Trash Cans (4) Shade Benches (4) Parking Grass Fair Minimal Good Good Notes One shared bench behind backstop. Field repaired during the “Big Day of Serving” 2013. Middle portion of backstop is falling. Field on rotating drag schedule. Small portion of fencing needs repaired. Field repaired during the “Big Day of Serving” 2013. Small portion of the field on the edge of the infield is patchy (possible drainage issue). Field on rotating drag schedule. Goal Posts removed 2013. Located in the rear of the school. Swings are showing signs of age. Play areas need new playground mulch. Upgrade as needed (last replaced in FY03 & FY08) Located in the front of the school. Climbing equipment is showing signs of age. Play areas need new playground mulch. Upgrade equip. as needed (last replaced in FY03 & FY08) Backboards could use new paint. Courts are lined and have small cracks, nets need replaced, and geese feces all over the front court. Access from parking lot onto grass or hard surface sidewalks. Assess compliance to meet ADA standards One sign with park rules is faded. Signs with “no trespassing” around the open field on the side of the building. 1 can needs to be painted or replaced showing age and damage. 1 can was missing a lid (safety hazard). Minimal tree coverage around the play areas and open fields. Only one bench in the play area for teachers. Parking lot lined with street lighting. Grass needed to be cut at time of inspection. Inspection Date: August 29, 2013 Page 98 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Weems Elementary School Park & Field Rental Totals FY12 – FY14: Weems Elementary School Baseball Field #1 Weems Elementary School Baseball Field #2 Weems Elementary School Open Field Space FY12 2 2 3 FY13 0 0 2 FY14 2 2 0 Assessment: The assessment revealed that the two baseball fields received field dirt and repairs during the “Big Day of Serving” in 2013. Since this upgrade the fields have become a desirable field for youth baseball teams. The playground equipment is showing signs of age and weathering. The equipment is scheduled for a future upgrade in the CIP under project # R-7. Page 99 City of Manassas, Public Amenities City of Manassas Public/Private Partnerships Amenities Page 100 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Boys & Girls Club of Manassas 9501 Dean Park Lane, Manassas, VA 20110 Established: 2005 The Boys & Girls Club of Manassas is dedicated to ensuring that youth have a safe place to learn, have fun, and grow. The club is 42,000 sq. ft. (0.96 acres) of recreational space adding to the overall total of public amenity space. NRPA Classification: Unclassified Page 101 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Boys & Girls Club of Manassas Map: Aerial View Page 102 City of Manassas, Public Amenities George Mason Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center 9100 Freedom Center Blvd., Manassas, VA 20110 Established: 1999 Partnership between the City of Manassas and George Mason University assists in meeting the goal to provide recreation facilities to all residents in a variety of capacities. The facility is 110,000 sq. ft. (2.53 acres) of recreational space adding to the overall total of public amenities available to City residents. NRPA Classification: Unclassified Page 103 City of Manassas, Public Amenities Freedom Center Map: Aerial View Page 104 Appendix Appendix Page 105