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Hartland Township
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
2008 – 2012
March 2008
Hartland Township
Livingston County, Michigan
Acknowledgements
Parks and Recreation Committee
Joseph W. Colaianne, Township Board Trustee
Roger Crouse, Planning Commissioner
William J. Fountain, Township Board Trustee
Brian Fraser
Jerry Glasco
Michael J. Holka
Kathleen A. Horning, Township Treasurer
Michelle Otis
Peggy Seebaldt
James Wickman, Township Manager
Hartland Township Board
Donald A. Rhodes, Supervisor
Ann Ulrich, Clerk
Kathleen A. Horning, Treasurer
Joseph W. Colaianne
William J. Fountain
Larry J. Hopkins
Joseph M. Petrucci
Hartland Township Planning Commission
Larry Fox, Chair
Larry J. Hopkins, Vice-Chair
Laura Killinger, Secretary
Roger Crouse
Jeff Newsom
Alex Rataj
Keith Voight
Hartland Township Parks and Recreation Master Plan
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Table of Contents
Acknowledgements ........................................................................................................................ i
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................ii
Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................iii
List of Maps ...................................................................................................................................... iv
List of Tables..................................................................................................................................... iv
List of Figures.................................................................................................................................... iv
1
Community Description
Regional Setting .................................................................................................................. 1
Demographic Characteristics .......................................................................................... 1
Economic Characteristics.................................................................................................. 4
Physical Characteristics ..................................................................................................... 5
2
Administrative Structure
Administration ...................................................................................................................... 8
Parks and Recreation Funding........................................................................................ 10
3
Parks and Recreation Inventory
Public Parks and Facilities ................................................................................................ 12
Undeveloped Park Land.................................................................................................. 14
School Parks and Facilities............................................................................................... 17
Barrier Free Accessibility................................................................................................... 17
Regional Parks and Facilities ........................................................................................... 18
Local Parks and Facilities ................................................................................................. 21
Private Parks and Facilities............................................................................................... 21
Community Recreation Programs.................................................................................. 22
Funding Resources ............................................................................................................ 23
4
Basis for Action Plan
Planning and Public Input Process................................................................................. 24
Park Land Analysis and Service Areas........................................................................... 27
Facilities Analysis................................................................................................................ 31
Programming Analysis ...................................................................................................... 35
5
Action Plan
Goals and Objectives ...................................................................................................... 36
System Wide Recommendations/Long Range Planning........................................... 39
Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan ............................................................................ 41
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Table of Contents
Appendices
A – Public Involvement
B – Conceptual Park Plans
C – Funding Sources
D – Resolution of Approval
E – Notices and Meeting Minutes
List of Maps
Map 1 – Regional Location ........................................................................................................... 2
Map 2 – Parks and Recreation Inventory .................................................................................. 15
Map 3 – Regional Parks and Recreation................................................................................... 20
Map 4 – Parks and Recreation Service Areas .......................................................................... 30
List of Tables
Table 1.1 – Change in Community Population, 2000 – 2030.................................................... 3
Table 1.2 – Community Population and Housing Statistics, 2000 – 2030 ................................ 3
Table 1.3 – Community Age Distribution, 2000 – 2030............................................................... 4
Table 1.4 – Persons with a Disability, 2000.................................................................................... 4
Table 2.1 – Parks and Recreation Budget, 2004 – 2008 .......................................................... 10
Table 2.2 – Community Ed Budget, 2004 – 2008 ...................................................................... 10
Table 2.3 – HAYAA Budget, 2005 – 2008 .................................................................................... 11
Table 3.1 – Public Parks and Recreation Facilities Inventory.................................................. 16
Table 3.2 – Recreation Grant History.......................................................................................... 23
Table 4.1 – MDNR Public Park Land Acreage Analysis ........................................................... 28
Table 4.2 – Park Facility Analysis.................................................................................................. 31
Table 5.1 – Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan .................................................................... 41
Table 5.2 – Yearly CIP Costs ......................................................................................................... 44
List of Figures
Figure 2.1 – Administrative Structure ............................................................................................ 9
Figure 2.2 – HAYAA Administrative Structure .............................................................................. 9
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Chapter 1
Community Description
The Community Description is a picture of the various physical and socioeconomic
characteristics of Hartland Township. This information provides valuable insight into
determining future parks and recreation facility development and programming needs
for the community.
Regional Setting
Hartland Township was established on March 23, 1836 in an area that would later
become Livingston County. The Village of Hartland, first called Hartland Centre, was
founded shortly after the Township was settled but has never been incorporated.
Parshallville is located in the far northwest corner of the Township, with a small portion
located within Tyrone Township to the north. The Township has continued to grow and
prosper given its location at the interchange of M-59 and US-23. The development of
the community has been evident in both residential and commercial growth. The
Township consists of approximately 36 square miles and 14,153 residents as of 2006.
Hartland Township is located on the east side of Livingston County. The Township is
bordered by Tyrone Township to the north, Oceola Township to the west, and Brighton
Township and the City of Brighton to the south, all in Livingston County, and Highland
Township in Oakland County to the east. See Map 1 – Regional Location.
Demographic Characteristics
The following is a demographic report of Hartland Township which reveals some unique
characteristics of the community. Age, household, and disability statistics for the
Township are included. The demographic makeup of the community helps determine
the quality and quantity of parks and recreation facilities and programs necessary to
serve Hartland Township residents.
Population and Housing. Recent projections indicate that the Township’s population is
expected to increase steadily at a fairly high rate. The population increased nearly 30%
from 2000 to 2006, as indicated in Table 1.1. Population growth in the Township over the
years has been closely related to suburban development in the southeast Michigan
region. New residential development and migration of residents has increased in the
Township and Livingston County as a whole. The Township is expected to reach almost
20,000 residents by 2030 based on projections by the Southeast Michigan Council of
Governments (SEMCOG) and may exceed this based on current trends.
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1 – Community Description
Map 1
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Table 1.1
Change in Community Population, 2000 – 2030
% Change
2000
2006
(2000 to 2006)
10,996
14,153
28.7%
2030
19,734
% Change
(2006-2030)
39.4%
Source: U.S. Census 2000, SEMCOG, Hartland Township Mid-Decade Census (2006)
Households are defined as a person or group of people occupying a housing unit. The
number of households in the Township is expected to increase significantly, as indicated
in Table 1.2. Average household size, defined as the number of persons per household,
has been declining and this trend is expected to continue. In 2006, the Township
exceeded the 2010 population projection from SEMCOG due to the large increase in
population from approximately 2000 to 2005. The Township’s growth has slowed over
the past two years but is anticipated to grow steadily as evidenced by the population
projections. The increase in population and households will mean additional park and
recreation demands. The decline in household size will create a more dispersed
population if housing densities do not increase accordingly. Future parks and facilities
will need to be accordingly dispersed.
Table 1.2
Community Population and Housing Statistics, 2000 – 2030
Population
2000
2006
2010
2020
Total
10,996
14,153
13,714
16,452
Households
2000
2006*
2010
2020
Total
3,696
4,954
4,827
6,035
Household Size
2000
2006*
2010
2020
Total
2.96
2.86
2.83
2.72
2030
19,734
2030
7,565
2030
2.60
Source: U.S. Census 2000, SEMCOG, Hartland Township Mid-Decade Census (2006)
* Number of households and household size estimated by McKenna Associates, Inc.
Households are classified as Families with Children, Families without Children, and NonFamilies, which include persons living alone and two or more non-related persons living
in the same home. In Hartland Township, 44% of households are classified as Families
with Children, 40% as Families without Children, and 16% as Non-Families. The
composition of households in Hartland is important to help plan the desired park and
recreation facilities and programs in a manner that is consistent with and proportionate
to these characteristics, thus a variety of offerings are necessary.
Age Distribution. An understanding of the age distribution in the Township is essential in
planning for future recreation needs. As we pass through the various stages of life, our
recreational requirements change resulting in the need for different facilities and
programs. In Hartland, the proportion of the population that is between the ages of 65
years and older is forecast to grow significantly relative to the rest of the population. At
the same time, the proportion of the population that is between the ages of 5 and 64
shows a slight decline. However, the residents from 5 to 64 years of age make up the
majority of the population and require different recreation facilities and programs from
persons over 64. Parks and recreation facilities should change to address the different
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needs of an aging population while at the same time account for all age groups and
the overall increase in total population. Healthy living and recreational opportunities
play a major role in where people choose to live, raise families, and retire.
Table 1.3
Community Age Distribution, 2000 – 2030
2000
Age Group
Life Phase
#
0–4
Preschool
822
5 – 17
School Age
2,518
18 – 34
Young Adult
2,002
35 – 64
Adult
4,853
65 +
Retirement
801
%
7%
23%
18%
44%
7%
2030
#
1,505
3,653
3,508
8,176
2,892
%
8%
19%
18%
41%
15%
Source: SEMCOG
Persons with Disabilities. Understanding the status of persons with disabilities will assist in
planning future programs and appropriate locations for recreational activities. The
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) requires that all public services, including
parks and recreation facilities, be subject to barrier-free requirements. Public recreation
providers must eliminate any eligibility requirements for participation in programs,
activities, and services.
Disability data is collected for five age groups. As the population ages, the proportion
with one or more disabilities steadily increases. This trend is consistent with the figures for
Hartland Township. Approximately 11% of the Hartland Township population has one or
more disabilities, with a large portion of the population 75 years and older having a
disability. Parks and recreation programs and facilities must account for the needs of
these residents and examine the existing inventory for compliance.
Table 1.4
Persons with a Disability, 2000
Age Group
Total Persons
Age 5 – 15
2,191
Age 16 – 20
587
Age 21 – 64
6,634
Age 65 – 74
454
Age 75 +
294
Total
10,160
With a Disability
86
50
650
108
210
1,104
Percent
3.9%
8.5%
9.8%
23.8%
71.4%
10.9%
Source: U.S. Census 2000
Economic Characteristics
A variety of economic indicators suggest that Hartland Township enjoys strong
economic health. Residential construction has continually increased since 1995 with
some current slows in the market according to recent building permit data. The
median household income of Township’s residents is significantly higher and growing at
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a faster rate than for other residents of Livingston County, Oakland County, and
southeastern Michigan. The relative strong economic health of the Township suggests
that Hartland residents will continue to demand high-quality parks and recreation
services and facilities and that increased funding is necessary to help fund parks and
recreation-related activities. This position is supported by the previous 1995 Parks and
Recreation Master Plan and Township residents.
Construction Activity. The number of local building permits issued fluctuates with
market demands, paralleling national economic strength. According to SEMCOG
figures the largest residential construction boom was between 1995 and 2005 when,
71% of the building permits over the last 27 years (since 1980) were issued. Residential
construction has slowed significantly in the last two years. New parks and recreation
facilities should be located appropriately to serve Township residents. Areas of existing
residential concentration are ideal locations for new facilities.
Income. Median household income is a broad measure of relative economic health.
It is defined as the income level where half of all households earn more and half earn
less. In 2000, the median household income was significantly higher in the Township
($75,908) than in Livingston County ($67,400), neighboring Oakland County ($61,907),
and all of southeast Michigan ($49,979). The Township’s median household income is
growing at a faster rate, nearly 12% since 1990, than the counties and region.
Employment. Employment in Hartland Township is healthy in relation to the region.
According to Census figures, unemployment rates in the Township in 2000 were low
(1.8%) compared to Livingston County (2.3%), Oakland County (2.5%), the Detroit
Metropolitan Area (3.7%), and the State of Michigan (5.8%).
According to the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth figures for
2007, Livingston County (5.4%) is faring better that the Detroit Metropolitan Area (7.7%)
and the State of Michigan (7.2%). There is unfortunately no 2007 data available for
Hartland Township, but it can be inferred that the unemployment rate has most likely
increased to between 2.0% and 3.0% given the poor economic health of the region
and state.
Physical Characteristics
The following is a description of the physical characteristics of Hartland Township,
including land use, natural features, historic resources, and the transportation network.
This information is important in understanding the potential for the type, location, and
extent of future park and recreation improvements.
Land Use. The predominant land use in Hartland is single-family residential followed by
vacant parcels and open space. Many new residential subdivisions have been added
in the past several years, fueling the community’s population growth and generating
demand for new parks and recreational facilities. The Township has begun to
experience an increase in commercial developments, particularly at the intersection of
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US-23 and M-59. Its impact has yet to be fully realized, but the Township must plan
accordingly to ensure valuable natural features are protected and potential park
development opportunities are capitalized upon.
The Township has historically been an agricultural community. However, very few
remaining sites are used for farming activities due to a number of factors including the
desirability of the community for many potential homeowners, land owners anxious to
sell land while there are willing buyers developing in the community, and various other
contributing circumstances that create development pressure in Livingston County
generally. As noted above, the Township is a predominately single-family residential,
but commercial development pressures are beginning to increase. The Township is
continuing to develop into a thriving community with a variety of land uses.
Natural Features. Approximately 64% of the land area in the Township contains natural
features that have a value to the residents. It is not realistic to expect that almost twothirds of the Township’s land area will be preserved in a natural state in perpetuity.
However, the Township has continued to encourage land developers to preserve
natural features to the greatest extent possible when making plans for new
construction. Natural features are not easily restored after they are impaired. These
natural features provide numerous existing and potential parks and recreation
opportunities.
The Township has a number of lakes, accounting for approximately 4% of the total land
area. With the exception of Blaine, Walden, and Whalen Lakes, all are surrounded by
relatively high density residential development. Access to water bodies for active and
passive purposes is an important recreation issue along with limiting the impact of
potential development around the lakes.
Wetland areas, approximately 12% of the Township’s land area, are scattered
throughout the Township, with the largest concentration in the southeast corner. The
wetlands as identified by the Michigan Resource Information System (MIRIS) maps and
the National Wetland Inventory (NWI) show mostly combinations of wetlands with
wetland soil areas. Wetlands connected to or within 500 feet of an inland lake, pond,
river, or stream and or those 5 acres in size or greater are regulated by Part 303,
Wetland Protection, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, Public
Act 451 of 1994.
Along with a number of wetland areas, there are woodland areas throughout the
Township as well which constitute approximately 35% of the total land area. The
majority of the woodlands are central hardwood, with small areas of pine and lowland
conifers. One downfall of prime woodland is the fact that the same soil that supports
the highest quality trees (American Basswood, Black Cherry, Black Walnut, Northern Red
Oak, Sugar Maple, White Oak, Yellow Birch, and Yellow Popular) is also the most
suitable for development and agricultural use. The remaining acreage of healthy
woodland within the Township provides a crucial role in species habitat, air quality, and
recreation.
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Historic Resources. Hartland Township is blessed with two distinct historic settlement
areas, Hartland and Parshallville. These settlement areas provide Hartland with a truly
unique image that many communities strive for today.
The Parshallville settlement area is located within the northwest corner of the Township.
This area is characterized by significant natural features, including mature woodlands,
wetlands, and the Mill Pond. Other important characteristics of the area include a
historic gristmill, the Parshallville cemetery, and homes dating back to the 1800’s. The
Township must be thoughtful when reviewing and approving new development within
this area to ensure the continued preservation of its historic features.
The Hartland settlement area is located in closer proximity to the more intense
development areas of the Township. Within two miles from the M-59/US-23 interchange,
the settlement area has remarkably been unaltered by new development until very
recently. Redevelopment and new development proposals have increased in this
area, and the Township has been careful to ensure the development is in similar
character to preserve the integrity of the settlement. Careful consideration has also
been given to the Ore Creek corridor that traverses through the southern portion of the
settlement.
Transportation. Township residents rely on the road and pathway networks to access
regional parks and recreational facilities. The Township has no public transportation or
railways at this time, as the transportation system is oriented toward the automobile.
The existing road system consists of an irregular grid network of roads which are
generally located on section lines.
The Township is fortunate to be served with a substantial regional transportation
network, including US-23, M-59, and Old US-23. The major east-west roads within the
Township are Clyde Road and M-59. The major continuous north-south roads within the
Township are Old US-23, Hacker Road and Fenton Road.
The system of roads in and near Hartland provides reasonably good access by
automobile to recreation facilities in the Township and in surrounding communities. M59 and US-23 provide connections to regional and state facilities, as well as shopping
and entertainment facilities in Brighton, Howell, Green Oak Township, Ann Arbor, and
Oakland County.
Access to recreation facilities can be difficult for certain segments of the population,
primarily children and the elderly. Existing recreation facilities scattered throughout the
Township, thus located a considerable distance from much of the population. Efforts
have been made recently to expand the bike paths throughout the Township, but
continued work should be done to improve the pedestrian and bicycle access to
recreation facilities. The Township should encourage the installation of sidewalks,
greenways, bike paths, pathways, and crosswalks in appropriate areas of the Township
in residential and non-residential developments, along with necessary road and parking
improvements.
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Chapter 2
Parks and recreation facilities are provided by Hartland Township, along with extensive
facilities owned by the Hartland Consolidated School District and programming offered
by two main providers, Hartland Community Education (Community Ed) and Hartland
Area Youth Athletic Association (HAYAA). There are also a number of recreation
providers and organizations in the Township, as shown below. The administrative
structure and budget analysis for the Township, Community Ed, and HAYAA are also
reviewed in this section. Please see Chapter 3 for further discussion regarding facility
ownership.
Administration
Hartland Township does not have a formal parks and recreation department but
oversees the operation and maintenance of Township-owned facilities. Maintenance
of these facilities is currently contracted out. The structure of parks and recreation
begins at the top with the residents, goes down to the Township Board and the Parks
and Recreation Committee who ultimately advise the Township Board. The structure is
shown in Figure 2.1 – Administrative Structure.
In June 2007, the Parks and Recreation Committee was appointed by the Township
Board to serve as an advisory body. Those selected for the Committee include three
members of the Township Board, one member of the Planning Commission, the
Township Manager, one representative each from HAYAA, Community Ed, Hartland
Soccer, and Hartland Lacrosse, and two residents from the Township.
The structure of Community Ed, as shown in Figure 2.1, is an offshoot of the residents in
Hartland. Community Ed does not report directly to any Hartland Township government
entity. Their structure starts at the top with the Hartland Consolidated School Board, the
Superintendent reports to the School Board, and Community Ed in-turn reports to the
Superintendent. It should be noted that Community Ed serves Hartland and areas in
five other townships outside of Hartland, including Charter Township of Brighton,
Deerfield, Genoa Charter Township, Oceola, and Tyrone Townships.
Given the importance of the various recreation providers in the Township, they have
been included in the administrative structure as well, including a separate structure for
HAYAA shown in Figure 2.2. There are a number of providers that serve the recreational
needs of the residents, including but not limited to, baseball, basketball, cheer/pom,
equestrian, football, gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, wrestling, and many others. The
providers are also shown in Figure 2.1as an offshoot of the residents in Hartland in that
they essentially report to their recreation participants.
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2 – Administrative Structure
Figure 2.1
Recreation
Providers
Hartland School
Board
HAYAA
HCSA
Equestrian
Gymnastics
Lacrosse
Wrestling
Others
Hartland Township
Residents
Parks & Recreation
Committee
Hartland Township
Board
Hartland Schools
Superintendent
Community Ed
Hartland Township
Manager
Figure 2.2
HAYAA Administrative Structure
HAYAA Executive Board
Livingston
County Youth
Football Assoc.
President, Vice President, Treasurer,
Secretary, Football Commissioner, Basketball
Commissioner, Cheer/Pom Commissioner
and Baseball/Softball Commissioner
Kensington
Valley Baseball
Assoc.
Quadtown/Little
Association of
America
Football Operating
Board
Cheer/Pom
Operating Board
Basketball
Operating Board
Baseball/Softball
Operating Board
Football Coaches and
Volunteers
Cheer/Pom Coaches
and Volunteers
Basketball Coaches
and Volunteers
Baseball/Softball
Coaches and
Volunteers
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Parks and Recreation Funding
The estimated Township parks and recreation operating budget for the 2007/2008 fiscal
year is $97,000. The funds come from the Township’s general fund on an as-needed
basis and are generally utilized for maintenance and operations of the facilities. There
is currently no independent revenue source for parks and recreation (user fees, millage,
etc.) in the Township. They Table 2.1 summarizes the parks and recreation budget for
the past three years and the proposed upcoming year.
Table 2.1
Parks and Recreation Budget, 2004 – 2008
Ball fields (mowing)
Parks & Rec Plan/Engineering
Repairs & Maintenance
Community Entrance Signs
Spranger Field
Driveway
Small Repairs
Dugouts
Sign
Concession Roof
Total Expenses
2004/2005
$6,160
$1,000
$7,160
Actual Expenses
2005/2006
2006/2007
$5,940
$6,860
$5,000
$302
$13,630
$1,850
$1,900
$19,570
$15,912
Budget
2007/2008
$7,000
$40,000
$50,000
$97,000
Source: Hartland Township
In addition to the Township’s parks and recreation budget, the budgets for Community
Ed and HAYAA have been provided given their importance in providing parks and
recreation in the Township. The budget shown for Community Ed is strictly expenses
and not the revenues generated. The funds come from the participation fees for
Community Ed and HAYYA sports and programs, and are utilized for maintenance,
operations, and the rental fees for the use of facilities.
Table 2.2
Community Ed Budget, 2004 – 2008
Community Schools Enrichment
Gymnastics
Soccer (HCSA)
Fitness (Land)
Aquatics and Fitness Center
Total Expenses
Actual Expenses
2004/2005
2005/2006
2006/2007
$90,000
$135,000
$149,400
$197,000
$220,043
$225,605
$115,000
$113,000
$120,807
$10,000
$22,000
$18,747
$303,596
$467,980
$491,289
$715,596
$958,023
$1,005,848
Budget
2007/2008
$145,000
$225,000
$132,000
$25,000
$484,343
$1,011,343
Source: Community Education
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The numbers presented for HAYAA are the expenses for each of the programs and not
available funds for additional spending. In terms of specific activities, football has seen
a steady growth in their budget due to the increasing number of participants and rate
increases in 2005, 2006, and 2007 related to facility costs, and the basketball budget
has been impacted by growth in the program and the addition of travel teams. The
number of baseball and softball participants increased in 2005 and 2006, and the
continued anticipated increase in participants is reflected in the budget for 2007.
Table 2.3
HAYAA Budget, 2005 – 2008
Football
Cheer/Pom
Basketball
Baseball/Softball
Total Expenses
2005
$130,000
$44,000
$60,000
$54,000
$288,000
Budget Expenses
2006
2007
$142,000
$140,000
$48,000
$46,000
$65,000
$67,000
$56,000
$72,000
$311,000
$325,000
2008
$144,000
$47,000
$69,000
$74,000
$334,000
Source: HAYAA
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Chapter 3
Parks and Recreation Inventory
Developing a complete inventory of recreation facilities, programs, and events is an
essential component of a five year Parks and Recreation Master Plan as it provides a
base of information to use in developing the Action Plan. Understanding what facilities,
programs, and events are available to Hartland Township residents will assist decisionmaking in the future. It should be noted that not all facilities listed in this chapter are
available to the public, but they provide additional recreation opportunities for
Township residents. The inventory covers the following components:
Public Parks and Facilities (managed or owned by Hartland Township)
Undeveloped Park Land
School Parks and Facilities
Regional Parks and Facilities
Local Parks and Facilities
Private Parks and Facilities
Community Recreation Programs
Funding Resources
Public Parks and Facilities
Hartland Township owns two parks, two undeveloped parkland areas, and contains a
number of facilities owned jointly by the Township and/or solely by the Hartland
Consolidated School District. An inventory of the public parks and facilities is described
below and shown on Map 2 – Parks and Recreation Inventory and Table 3.1 – Public
Parks and Recreation Facilities Inventory. These parks and facilities are broken down
into categories based on size and function. These categories are suggested by the
National Recreation and Parks Association and are meant to aid in determining the
primary purposes and uses of existing facilities in the Township.
Mini/Neighborhood Parks
Mini parks are categorized as small, specialized parks that are usually less than one acre
in size and serve the needs of the residents in the immediate area, approximately less
than one-quarter mile away. These parks usually serve a limited, isolated, or unique
population. Neighborhood parks are typically multi-purpose facilities that serve as the
recreational and social focus of a neighborhood. They provide areas for both passive
and active recreation activities such as fields, playgrounds, picnicking, and trails. These
parks are typically between five and ten acres in size and serve residents within one-half
mile. Hartland Township owns no parks that can be classified as Mini/Neighborhood
Parks. However, a number of school-owned parks meet this need by providing
playgrounds and fields for Township residents.
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3 – Parks and Recreation Inventory
Community Parks
Community parks typically contain a wide variety of recreation facilities to meet the
diverse needs of residents in the Township. Community parks may include areas for
intense active recreation as well as passive recreation opportunities not commonly
found in mini or neighborhood parks. The focus of these parks is to meet communitybased recreation needs, as well as preserve unique landscapes and open spaces.
Community parks are generally between 30 and 50 acres in size and serve residents
within one-half to three miles of the park. Community parks may also include smaller
parks that are more specialized in nature and are meant
to serve the entire community. Hartland Township has
three parks that can be classified as Community Parks, as
follows:
Don Epley Park. Don Epley Park is a 3-acre park located
adjacent to Village Elementary School. The park is
owned by the Hartland Consolidated School District. The
park includes a picnic area with a shelter and grills,
playground, and a natural area.
Spranger Field. Spranger Field is a 5-acre park
located adjacent to the Hartland Area Fire
Authority Fire Station #61 on Hartland Road. The
park is owned by Hartland Township. The park
includes four ballfields, concession stand, and
restrooms.
The field is available to Township
residents for organized or unorganized recreational
use.
Don Epley Park
Spranger Field
Winegarner Field. Winegarner Fields is a 2-acre park located
on Hartland Road north of the Hartland settlement area.
The park is owned jointly by the Township and the Hartland
Consolidated School District. The park includes three softball
fields and a concession stand.
Community Facilities
Winegarner Field
Hartland Township has four facilities that fall into the
category of Community Facilities, based on use
characteristics, and are used extensively by Township
residents.
Cromaine District Library. The Cromaine District Library is
located on Hartland Road in the Hartland settlement area.
The library contains over 100,000 volumes and over 10,000
multi-media items. There are workstations, computers, and
meeting/conference rooms for use. The library offers a
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variety of reading and other programming for people of all ages. There is also a branch
of the library at Hartland Town Center called Crossroads.
Florence B. Dearing Musuem. The Florence B. Dearing Museum is the home of the
Hartland Area Historical Society, located at the corner of Avon and Crouse Streets in
the Hartland settlement. The Society offers activities and a store throughout the year.
Hartland Senior Center. The Hartland Senior Center is located on M-59 at the site of the
old Hartland High School. The Center is provided oversight by Community Ed and offers
a variety of programming and activities for seniors such as social, fitness and health,
arts, games, computers, leagues, entertainment, and trips.
Hartland Music Hall. The Hartland Music Hall is located
on Avon in the Hartland Settlement area. The Music Hall
is home to the Hartland Players and holds a number of
productions from various groups throughout the year
given its full stage with lighting. Many couples also
choose to conduct their wedding in this beautiful
building. The hall was renovated in 1929 to its current
appearance and eventually declared an official historic
site by the Michigan Historical Commission in 1979.
Hartland Music Hall
In addition to the developed parks in Hartland Township, there are two Townshipowned properties that have the potential to be developed for active or passive
recreation or be left in their natural state to provide additional open space areas. Two
concept plans have been prepared for the undeveloped properties. Please see
Appendix B for the plans.
M-59 Property. The M-59 property is located on the north
side of M-59 between Fenton and Bullard Roads. The
property is approximately 64 acres and contains wooded
and wetland areas adjacent to Bullard Lake. The site
was purchased with funds from the Michigan Natural
Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) in 2001 and is currently
being considered for the headquarters of the MSYSA
(soccer) as well as Township recreation facilities.
Clark Road Property. The Clark Road property is located
on the west side of Clark Road between M-59 and
Dunham Road. The property is approximately 115 acres
and extends to the existing residential areas along
Hartland and Dunham Roads and the proposed
commercial site located at the corner of US-23 and M-59.
The site is adjacent to the new Hartland Township Hall
and contains natural features and a former farmstead.
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Clark Road Property
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Park/Facility Name
Community Parks and Facilities
Ice Skating Rink
Gymnasium
Grills
Golf Course
Football
Fitness Center
Equestrian Ring
Dog Park
Basketball Hoop3
Baseball/Softball
Accessibility2
Acres
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Public Parks and Recreation Facilities Inventory1
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All facilities included in the inventory are not open to the public because they are school facilities.
2
See Chapter 3 (Barrier Free Accessibility) for further information regarding the accessibility assessment.
3
Each basketball hoop is counted separately. There is a total of 12 full-size basketball courts utilized in the Chapter 4 (Table 4.2 Park Facility Analysis) for the purpose of calculating facility needs in the Township.
4
Due to the lack of space, parks and schools are used as multi-purpose fields.
5
Creekside Elementary School, Hartland Middle School at Ore Creek, Hartland High School, and the Caroselli Aquatic and Fitness Center are located on the same 200-acre campus.
6
Farms Intermediate School and Lakes Elementary School are located on the same 70-acre campus.
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Parshallville Road Property. The Parshallville Road property is located south side of
Parshallville Road west of US-23. The property is approximately 1.36 acres and is locate
din the gateway to the Parshallville settlement area.
The school facilities within the Township
contain various types of indoor and outdoor
facilities that are used by school teams,
organized youth sport organizations such as
HAYAA or Community Ed, and residents.
Although the primary users are school teams
and classes, they are widely used by athletic
organizations and residents so they are
Hartland High School
incorporated into the plan analysis.
A
complete inventory of public school sites within Hartland Township is listed in Table 3.1 as
well. For the purposes of this inventory, all elementary school facilities were classified as
neighborhood parks with the exception of Farms Intermediate School, Hartland Middle
School at Ore Creek, the Hartland Education Support Service Center, and Hartland
High School which were considered community parks.
Barrier Free Accessibility
The passage of the American Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) requires all areas of public
service, including parks and other recreation facilities, to have barrier-free accessibility.
An evaluation of Hartland parks and recreation facilities has been conducted as part of
the inventory. In accordance with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources
(MDNR) standards, facilities were evaluated to determine if a person with any of the
following criteria can safely and independently access and use the park or facility:
Has limited sight or is blind
Uses a wheelchair
Has a hearing impairment or is deaf
Uses a walking aid
Has a mental impairment
A five-point evaluation system was used to rank each facility’s accessibility. The system
is described below and the accessibility rankings can be found in Table 3.1 – Public
Parks and Recreation Facilities Inventory.
Level 1. The park is not accessible to people with a broad range of physical
disabilities. The site includes little paved areas and the facilities such as play
equipment or picnic areas are not easily accessible.
Level 2. The park is somewhat accessible to people with a broad range of
physical disabilities. Either the parking area or pathways are paved, but not
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both. Many of the facilities such as play equipment or picnic areas are not easily
accessible.
Level 3. The park is mostly accessible to people with a broad range of physical
disabilities. Most of the parking areas and pathways are paved, and some of the
facilities such as play equipment or picnic areas are accessible but may be
completely barrier-free.
Level 4. The park is completely accessible to people with a broad range of
physical disabilities. Parking areas and pathways area paved, and most of the
facilities such as play equipment or picnic areas area easily accessible.
Level 5. The entire park was developed or renovated using the principles of
universal design, a design approach which enables all environments to be
usable by everyone, to the greatest extent possible, regardless of age, ability, or
situation.
Regional Parks and Facilities
Regional parks offer unique natural features that are particularly suited for outdoor
recreation, such as viewing and studying nature, fishing, boating, hiking, and trail use.
Many also include active play areas such as ball fields or courts. While these parks are
not used for formal programming by Hartland Township, they provide active and
passive recreational opportunities to the residents of the community. Regional facilities
are provided by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the Huron-Clinton
Metropolitan Authority, and Livingston, Oakland, Wayne, and Washtenaw Counties.
The regional parks located within close proximity of the Township are shown on Map 3 –
Regional Parks and Recreation.
Michigan State Parks
There are a number of Michigan State Parks that provide recreational opportunities to
Hartland residents. These state facilities provide a variety of activities including
camping, picnicking, swimming, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, cross-county
skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. There are no state parks located in
Hartland Township, but there are seven located within Livingston County:
Brighton Recreation Area (Hamburg Township and Genoa Township)
Gregory State Game Area (Unadilla Township)
Island Lake Recreation Area (Green Oak Township)
Lakelands Trail State Park (Unadilla Township, Putnam Township, and Pinckney)
Oak Grove State Game Area (Cohoctah Township and Deerfield Township)
Pinckney Recreation Area (Putnam Township and Unadilla Township)
Unadilla Wildlife Area (Unadilla Township)
There are also nine state parks located within approximately 30 miles or less of the
Township:
Dodge #4 State Park- Cass Lake (Waterford, Oakland County)
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Highland Recreation Area (White Lake Township, Oakland County)
Holly Recreation Area (Holly Township, Oakland County)
Maybury State Park (Northville Township, Wayne County)
Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area (Metamora, Lapeer County
Ortonville Recreation Area (Ortonville, Oakland County)
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area (White Lake Township, Oakland County)
Proud Lake Recreation Area (Commerce Township, Oakland County)
Seven Lakes State Park (Holly Township, Oakland County)
County Parks
The Livingston County parks system consists of one park, Lutz County Park, which is
currently undeveloped. The park is 320 acres of former farmland that was donated to
the County by a former resident named Owen Lutz. The site contains numerous natural
features as well as a number of buildings. The County is in the process of evaluating the
site and creating a master plan for its eventual development.
The Genesee County, Oakland County, and Washtenaw County park systems also
maintain extensive park lands within 30 miles or less from Hartland, providing additional
recreational resources, including picnicking, playgrounds, swimming, and trails:
Davison Roadside County Park (Burton, Genesee County)
Flushing County Park (Flushing, Genesee County)
Groveland Oaks (Holly, Oakland County)
Independence Lake Park (Whitmore Lake, Washtenaw County)
Linden County Park (Linden, Genesee County)
Lyon Oaks (New Hudson, Oakland County)
Osborne Mill Park (Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County)
Park Lyndon (Chelsea, Washtenaw County)
Park Northfield (Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County)
Rose Oaks (Holly, Oakland County)
Springfield Oaks (Davisburg, Oakland County)
Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority
The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority (HCMA) is a regional park district that
encompasses the counties of Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw and Livingston.
Since its inception in 1940, the HCMA has obtained over 20,000 acres of park land, all
located in the metro Detroit region. The parks provide a variety of outdoor recreation
and educational activities including picnicking, hiking, golf, biking, winter sports, golf,
water-related activities, horseback riding, and special programs. The HCMA regional
parks within approximately 30 miles or less from Hartland Township are:
Dexter-Huron Metropark (Dexter, Washtenaw County)
Hudson Mills Metropark (Dexter, Washtenaw County)
Huron Meadows Metropark (Brighton, Livingston County)
Indian Springs Metropark (White Lake Township, Oakland County)
Kensington Metropark (Milford, Oakland County)
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Local Parks and Facilities
Surrounded by four different communities, Hartland residents benefit from the proximity
of neighboring communities’ parks and recreation facilities. The following parks are
located a short distance from the Township:
Brighton Mill Pond (Brighton)
Meijer Skate Park (Brighton)
Duck Lake Pines (Highland)
Hickory Ridge Pines (Highland)
Baldwin Park (Howell)
Howell City Park (Howell)
Howell Area Aquatic Center (Howell)
Howell Recreation Center (Howell)
Lakeside Drive Park (Howell)
Page Field (Howell)
Paul Bennett Field (Howell)
Center Street Park (Milford)
Central Park (Milford)
Fairgrounds Park (Milford)
Hubbell Pond Park (Milford)
Riverview Park (Milford)
Southside Park (Milford)
Oceola Township Park (Oceola)
Private Parks and Facilities
Private Businesses. Several privately owned recreation facilities located within or near
Hartland provide recreational opportunities that complement those provided by the
Township and other recreation providers. Although these facilities are privately
operated and may charge a user fee or require membership, they are considered in
the plan analysis because they meet specific community needs. Private facilities
include:
Bowling Alleys. Brighton Bowl, Howell Bowl-E-Drome, Striking Lanes.
Fitness Clubs. Curves for Women, Gold’s Gym, Hartland Community Aquatic
and Fitness Center, Howell Fitness Center, Powerhouse Gym.
Gymnastics. Bounce-Hartland Sports Center, Gymstars Training Center, Hartland
Gymnastics Academy, High Flyers Education Gymnastics Center.
Ice Skating. Grand Oaks Ice Arena, Hartland Sports Center, Kensington Valley
Ice House.
Private (Members Only) Golf Courses. Chemung Hills Country Club, Oak Pointe
Country Club.
Private (Open to the Public) Golf Courses. Hawk Meadows at Dama Farms,
Dunham Hills Golf and Country Club, Faulkwood Shores Golf Club, Golf Club of
Michigan, Hartland Glen, Huron Meadows Metropark Golf Course, Ironwood Golf
Club, The Jackal at Mount Brighton, Kensington Metropark Golf Course, Majestic
at Lake Walden, Tyrone Hills Golf Course.
Miscellaneous Facilities. Alpine Valley Ski Area, Brighton Recreation Area Stable,
Detroit Polo Club, Golf-o-Rama, Howell Nature Center, Kicks and Sticks Sports
Arena, Mt. Brighton Ski Area, Mt. Holly, Rollerama II, Tag’s Adventure Golf and
Driving Range, Waldenwoods Family Recreation Resort.
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Private Open Space. In addition to the private facilities listed above, Hartland Township
is proactive in obtaining privately-owned open space throughout the community to
protect natural features and preserve the character
of the Township.
A number of new residential
developments have included open space for the
residents. These private open spaces, such as those
in Cobbestone Preserve and Hartland Estates, are a
valuable resource not only for the homeowners and
to protect natural resources, but also for additional
park areas throughout the Township and add
aesthetic appeal to the neighborhoods.
Private Open Space
Community Recreation Programs
Hartland Township does not currently sponsor any recreation programs or activities.
Township residents participate in programs and activities through two main providers,
Community Ed and the Hartland Area Youth Athletic Association (HAYAA). A number
of other recreation providers and organizations exist in the Township as well. It should
be noted that participants in these recreation programs are not limited to Hartland
residents. Moreover, anyone who resides generally within the Hartland Consolidated
School District can participate. This means that the facilities have a demand that
exceeds those of only Township residents.
Community Ed
Community Ed is offered through the Hartland Consolidated School District offering
sports and programs for youths, adults, and seniors. A partial list of programming
offered through Community Ed can be found below, with more detailed listings in their
brochure and on their website at www.hartlandcommunityed.com.
Babysitter Training
Basketball
Baton Twirling
Dance
Enrichment Classes
Fencing
Fitness Classes
Gymnastics
Horseback Riding
Indoor Walking
Karate
Pilates
Roller Skating
Self Defense
Senior Activities
Soccer
Swimming
Volleyball
Yoga
HAYAA
HAYAA is a volunteer organization which provides recreational opportunities for youth in
the Township through registration fees from participants. HAYAA’s offerings include
Baseball/Softball, Basketball, Cheer/Pom, and Football. The number of participants has
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continued to grow and space for practices and competitions is becoming more and
more difficult.
Other Recreation Providers and Organizations
Other recreation providers and organizations in the Township include the Hartland
Community Soccer Association (HCSA), Hartland Equestrian Team, Hartland
Gymnastics, Hartland Lacrosse, Hartland Hurricanes Swim Club, Hartland Wrestling Club,
and Rangers 4-H to name a few. There are a number of smaller providers who meet
the needs of specific sports and activities within the Township.
Funding Resources
Hartland Township has received two state grants for the acquisition of the M-59 park
property and a portion of Spranger Field. Table 3.2 summarizes the state recreation
grants awarded to the Township.
Table 3.2
Recreation Grant History
Project
Funding Source
Name/Number
Grant
Amount
Project Results
Undeveloped
parkland
Location north of
Spranger Field
Michigan Natural
Resources Trust
Fund (MNRTF)
Hartland
Township Park
TF 98-007
$345,000
Property purchased
in 2001 with grant
and Township
funds; pending
results of conversion
request.
Michigan Natural
Resources Trust
Fund (MNRTF)
Nature Preserve
90-018
$17,250
Property purchased
in 1991.
Current Inventory
Source: Hartland Township, Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
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Chapter 4
Basis for Action Plan
An essential task in the recreation planning process is to determine the needs of the
community. The needs serve as a basis for the development of the action plan. This
task is accomplished using a compilation of several methods, including comparing the
community to national recreation guidelines for the size of the community, information
during the public input process, consultation with the Parks and Recreation Committee,
Township Board, and Planning Commission, HAYAA and Community Ed, and by
reviewing current offerings and programming.
Planning and Public Input Process
Planning Process. The Township Board directed the update of the Hartland Township
Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Citizen and Township input played a critical role in
the development of the plan. As a result, recommendations described within the
action plan reflect the needs and ideas of those who use the Township’s parks and
recreation facilities. The plan process included seven tasks which are discussed below.
Task One: Community Profile. The first task was to obtain a description of
Hartland Township’s physical and social features.
These features include
location, land use, natural features, and a description of the area’s
transportation network as well as population features including age distribution,
people with physical disabilities, types of households, employment, and income.
Task Two: Administrative Structure. The second task was to obtain and review
the administrative structure of the Township as well as two major recreation
providers, Community Ed and HAYAA. This analysis also includes a review of the
current and projected budgets for the Township and both organizations.
Task Three: Parks and Recreation Inventory. The recreation inventory included
site visits and written descriptions of recreation facilities in Hartland Township
including public parks, schools, community facilities, and private facilities. The
information included acreage, barrier-free accessibility, types of recreation
activities, types of equipment, and other descriptions of the physical attributes of
the area’s recreation facilities. A list of neighboring communities’ facilities, State
Parks, Genesee County Parks, Oakland County Parks, Wayne County Parks,
Washtenaw County Parks, and Huron-Clinton Metroparks within a short distance
of Hartland is also included.
Task Four: Public Participation. McKenna Associates conducted stakeholder
focus group interviews with key people and community members involved with
recreation, natural resources/preservation, teens and youth groups,
historical/cultural activities, seniors, and the schools. On the same evening the
Hartland Township Parks and Recreation Committee hosted a public visioning
workshop to gain input from the general public. A parks and recreation survey
was made available to all of those in attendance and outside groups to gather
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4 – Basis for Action Plan
more information. In addition, comments from recreation providers were
gathered and used in the plan. A public hearing was held by the Hartland
Township Parks and Recreation Committee on February 12, 2008 and by the
Hartland Township Board on March 18, 2008. See Appendix A for a summary of
public involvement.
Task Five: Analysis. Based on the data collected from tasks one through four,
information was analyzed in accordance with national and state standards and
guidelines, local needs, the experience of the Township and consultants, the
desires of the residents, and potential funding sources.
Task Six: Action Plan. Upon completion of the analysis, the 1995 goals and
objectives were reviewed and updated accordingly to provide a framework for
the Action Plan. This created the five-year plan and offers a checklist of what
action is to be accomplished, when and where it will occur, who will accomplish
it, how much it will cost, and potential funding sources.
Task Seven: Plan Completion and Adoption. Once consensus was reached
among the Parks and Recreation Committee and Township officials, a public
hearing was held to present the plan and to solicit public input prior to adoption.
The plan was available for public review for one month prior to the public
hearing and adoption. Based on public comments, the plan was revised and
the document was adopted by the Township Board on March 18, 2008. See
Appendices D and E for adoption documentation and meeting minutes.
Stakeholder Focus Group Interviews. Eight stakeholder interviews were held on the
topic of parks and recreation on August 15, 2007. Participants were selected for their
role or specific involvement with groups/organizations or activities. Those specifically
interviewed include a natural resources/preservation group, teens and youth group
leaders, historical society and library members, seniors, the Hartland Schools Athletic
Director and Community Ed Director, members of HAYAA and HCSA, those representing
club sports and travel teams, and the Barn Committee. All groups were asked to
discuss their specific concerns and issues they felt need to be included in the plan.
Based on the responses, additional questions were asked throughout the interviews. A
summary of common themes can be found below which were considered in preparing
the Action Plan:
Areas for passive recreation and open spaces in the parks are needed.
Additional competition and practice fields are needed for soccer, lacrosse, and
baseball/softball. Scheduling of facilities has become an issue due to the large
number of participants.
An outdoor community gathering space, amphitheatre, or band shell is desired.
Additional playgrounds are needed.
Walking and biking trails within the park facilities are desired as well as
continuous sidewalks and bike paths are needed to provide safe connections
throughout the Township.
Natural features areas should be preserved in the Township.
Facilities for non-organized sports and activities are lacking.
The Clark Road property is desirable for a variety of park uses given its location
close to the school complex and Village.
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Additional programming and activities for youth and seniors are needed.
The athletic practice fields are in need of repair and/or upgrades. Maintenance
of fields and facilities is an issue.
An additional indoor facility is needed to accommodate the number of people
who want to participate in activities.
Winter activities are needed such as ice skating, sledding, and cross-country
skiing.
A variety of areas within the Township need to be served by parks and
recreation facilities.
The facilities need safe storage areas for recreation providers’ belongings.
There are a number of community volunteers that would be willing to help in
raising funds, upgrading existing facilities, and constructing new facilities.
The possibility of preserving the existing barn on the Clark Road property should
be explored.
Public Visioning Workshop. A public visioning workshop was held at Ore Creek Middle
School on August 15, 2007 to seek input from residents and users of the parks and
recreation facilities to gain a better understanding of the community desires related to
parks and recreation and new facility development. Approximately 75 participants
attended the workshop which allowed residents to provide comments through small
group discussion, large group presentations, and voting on top priorities at the end.
The workshop was highly successful at generating additional ideas and priorities while
at the same time supporting the common themes discussed with the Parks and
Recreation Committee and during the stakeholder focus group interviews. Attendees
were encouraged to discuss all possible ideas for what is needed in the Township and
where these facilities or programs should be located. A complete summary of the
comments received is provided in Appendix A. A summary of common themes can be
found below which were considered in preparing the Action Plan:
Bike trails and paths are most needed in the parks.
Multi-use fields and outdoor facilities are needed in the Township.
A large pavilion/amphitheatre/gathering space is desirable.
Trails, paths, and sidewalks linking natural features and areas of the Township are
needed.
The undeveloped Clark Road property is desirable for passive activities and an
amphitheatre and/or gathering space.
The undeveloped M-59 Property is desirable for athletic fields, natural areas, and
outdoor multi-use fields.
The Village is desirable for cultural, music, and community activities.
Parks and Recreation Survey. A survey was given to all of those in attendance at the
public visioning workshop. The survey was designed to evaluate the overall satisfaction
with the parks and recreation facilities in Hartland Township, determine what is needed,
and if there is support for additional facilities and funding. A summary of key survey
results include the following, which were used to help prepare the Action Plan:
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The community facilities most frequented by the respondents are the Cromaine
District Library, the Hartland Senior Center, and the Hartland Music Hall.
A majority of the respondents are not satisfied with the existing parks and
facilities in Hartland.
A majority of the respondents are satisfied with the existing recreation
programming in Hartland.
The type of public outdoor facility most needed is nature trails and pathways.
The type of public indoor facility most needed is a community center.
Additional recreation programs desirable in Hartland are concerts, family events,
and holiday events.
Respondents like the location of facilities, accessibility, and the athletic facilities
most about Hartland.
Respondents would most likely support facility user fees and a parks and
recreation millage as a close second to support the improvement of parks and
recreation opportunities in Hartland.
Public Hearings and Adoption. A public hearing was held at Hartland Township Hall on
February 12, 2008 by the Hartland Township Parks and Recreation Committee to obtain
comments from residents and users about the draft plan. The Parks and Recreation
Committee recommended adoption to the Township Board. The Board formally
adopted the plan on March 18, 2008
Park Land Analysis and Service Areas
Approximately 536.5 acres of parks and facilities exist in Hartland Township, of which 186
acres are owned by the Township and the remaining 350.5 acres by the Hartland
Consolidated School District. Acreages for all other public and private facilities have
not been included in the total. As required by the MDNR, the Hartland Township park
land and recreation facilities were compared to the minimum guidelines set forth by
the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA, 1983). Although the NRPA’s
guidelines were set over 20 years ago, the MDNR still recommends their use as
standards to establish minimum community needs in terms of land area and number of
facilities.
Caution must be exercised in the interpretation of these results given that these
guidelines were set over two decades ago and may not represent current popular
activities and trends. Each community, based on its own particular resources and
resident preferences and demands, are encouraged to establish its needs and
requirements so that the plan best suits the community’s desires for recreation.
Recreation needs are often better documented through public input rather than
relying only on the national guidelines. The NRPA guidelines and the MDNR standards
were considered in the development of the Action Plan but not weighted heavily.
Table 4.1 – MDNR Public Park Land Acreage Analysis and the following discussion
compares the amount of park land as it relates to the conditions of the Township and
the MDNR standards based on the 2006 Hartland Township Mid-Decade Census
population of 14,153. Park classifications used by the MDNR are defined as follows:
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Mini/Neighborhood Park. Mini/Neighborhood parks serve an area up to a onehalf mile distance and are typically less than 10 acres in size. Hartland’s three
mini/neighborhood parks, including school facilities, provide more than the
recommended acreage of this park type. All of the mini/neighborhood parks
are provided by the Hartland Schools, which are not controlled by the Township.
Given that the Township does not manage any mini/neighborhood parks, efforts
should be made to create more of this park type, particularly in various parts of
the Township to serve a greater number of residents.
Community Park. Community parks typically serve an area within one-half to
three miles and are between 30 to 50 acres in size. The remaining parks and
school facilities have been categorized as community parks given the
population they serve despite some not meeting the size requirement. With a
recommended provision of 71.0 acres, the Township greatly exceeds this with
499.5 acres. This surplus is due to the inclusion of the school facilities and the two
undeveloped parks, which when developed will serve the greater community
and possibly the surrounding areas as well.
School Park. School properties can fulfill the requirements for other classes of
parks such as neighborhood, community, sports complex, and special use. For
the purposes of this inventory all elementary school facilities were classified as
neighborhood parks with the exception of Farms Intermediate School, Hartland
Middle School at Ore Creek, the Hartland Education Support Service Center,
and Hartland High School which were considered community parks.
Regional Park. Hartland Township does not have any regional parks within its
borders. Regional facilities offer a variety of active and passive recreational
opportunities which help in meeting the need for local parks and help balance
the deficiencies in facilities. Hartland residents utilize regional parks located in
neighboring communities and benefit from their close proximity.
Table 4.1
MDNR Public Park Land Acreage Analysis
Park
Classifications
NRPA
Guideline
Minimum
Acres1
Recommended
Acreage for
Hartland
Township2
Public
Hartland
Township
Park
Public
Regional
Park
Public
School
Park
Hartland
Township
Total
Surplus
(Deficiency)
Mini/
Neighborhood
0.25 – 2.0
4.0 – 28.0
0.0
0.0
37.0
37.0
9.0+
Parks
Community
5.0
71.0
186.0
0.0
313.5
499.5
428.5+
Parks
Subtotal
75.0 – 99.0
186.0
0.0
350.5
536.5
437.5+
Regional Parks
10.0
142.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
(142.0)
Total
217.0 – 241.0
186.0
0.0
350.5
536.5
295.5+
1 Per 1,000 Residents
2 Based on Hartland Township Mid-Decade Census (2006) population count of 14,153
3 School facilities classified as community parks: Farms Intermediate School, Hartland Middle School at Ore
Creek, the Hartland Education Support Service Center, and Hartland High School.
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Although the overall amount of park land in the Township is mostly sufficient by national
guidelines, it is important to consider the Township’s goals, type of parks, their location,
and their disbursement throughout the Township. According to the above guidelines,
Hartland Township demonstrates a surplus in all of the categories with the exception of
Regional Parks, but there is a definitive need for additional parks in the Township. When
evaluating parks and recreation service areas it is important to closely consider where
the residents in the Township live. The MDNR establishes a recommended service area
for each park classification to determine the areas in Hartland that are lacking easy
access to parks and facilities. The service area boundary for each type of park is as
follows:
Mini/Neighborhood Parks 0.25 – 0.5 miles
Community Parks
0.5 – 3.0 miles
Regional Parks
30 minute driving time
The parks and recreation service areas for all publicly-owned facilities are shown on
Map 4 – Parks and Recreation Service Areas. For the purposes of measuring the service
area, a radius of one-half mile was used for mini/neighborhood parks and two miles for
community parks. Due to the fact that there are no regional parks in the Township, they
were not shown on the map. It should be noted that a majority of the Township is
served by at least one type of park; however, most of the parks are concentrated in the
central core of the Township. The areas in the northwest, northeast, and southeast of
the Township are lacking easy access to public and school facilities. The Township
should consider acquiring land in these areas and providing parks for the residents in
the underserved sections of the Township.
A long time goal of the Township has been to preserve open space, as evident in the
2004 Hartland Township Comprehensive Plan. An environmental goal of this plan is “[t]o
protect, preserve, and enhance whenever possible the unique and desirable natural
amenities of Hartland Township and to provide additional recreational facilities or sites”.
This goal includes the preservation of natural features such as woodlands and wetlands
and the promotion of greenways and pedestrian linkages. Additional park land can
help the Township achieve this goal as it continues to grow.
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Facilities Analysis
In addition to park land, existing facilities were compared against the projected need
for each facility as determined by the individual recreation providers in the Township
and the recommended guidelines set by the National Recreation and Park Association
(NRPA) and MDNR to determine if they are adequate to meet the needs of residents
based on national averages. The analysis also takes into account a variety of
additional factors including the existing conditions in the Township, information
obtained from the public, site conditions, and the national averages. Public comments
indicate that several types of facilities are insufficiently provided, including baseball
and softball fields, basketball courts, football fields, soccer fields, and trails.
Table 4.2 indicates the total facilities, recommended facilities, and projected need. The
comments below the table provide further prospective and assist in identifying key
issues related to specific facilities.
Table 4.2
Park Facility Analysis
Tennis
Playground
Baseball/
Softball
Basketball
Volleyball
Soccer6
Football
Running
Track
Swimming
Pool
Golf Course
9 Hole
Golf Course
18 Hole
Ice Rink
Public
Hartland
Township
Facility
Public
Regional
Facility1
Public
School
Facility
Total
Facilities
NRPA
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Guideline2
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Recommended
Facilities3
Hartland
Township
Projected
Additional Need4
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0
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regional facilities included in count are golf courses (Dunham Hills, Hartland Glen, and Majestic at
Lake Walden).
2 Source: Lancaster, Roger A., Ed. 1983. Recreation, Park and Open Space Standards and Guidelines.
Alexandria, VA: NRPA.
3 Based on Hartland Township 2006 Mid-Decade Census population count of 14,153.
4 Hartland Township projected need determined by Township recreation providers.
5 A minimum of one additional indoor facility is needed to address the shortage of basketball courts and
indoor practice areas.
6 Additional soccer fields are needed to address a shortage of both soccer and lacrosse fields, as they are
used by both sports for practices and games.
7 There is a need for a cross-country trail which is included in the project additional need for a running track.
1 Only
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School Facilities
A number of the facilities noted in Tables 4.1 and 4.2 are owned by the Hartland
Consolidated School District. Schools provide limited hours and access to the general
public and do not serve primarily parks and recreation functions. National recognized
sources suggest that school sites satisfy only some of the recommended park space.
Currently, school sites comprise 100% of the recommended mini/neighborhood park
acreage and approximately 63% of the recommended community park acreage.
Additionally, the total acreage of the individual school sites is included in the park land
analysis, but it should be noted a large portion of the total site is dedicated to
educational and not recreational functions.
In terms of specific facilities, 100% of the tennis, playgrounds, soccer, football, and
basketball facilities are located at the schools. Furthermore, 80% of the volleyball
courts, 67% of the running tracks, and 59% of the baseball/softball fields are located on
school property. Given that a large percentage of the park land and facilities are
located on school sites is evidence of a need for additional Township owned parks and
recreation facilities as noted specifically below.
Athletic Fields (Baseball/Softball, Soccer, Football, Running Tracks)
The different types of athletic fields are specifically discussed below based on
recommended and projected need.
Baseball/Softball Fields. All of the ball fields are currently used to capacity, and
the condition of some fields is substandard. Also, there is a need for ball fields of
different sizes depending on the level of play. Boys over the age of 12 play on
fields with either 80-foot or 90-foot bases, and there are currently only two in
Hartland of this size. Hartland Schools allowed HAYAA to convert one seldom
used field at Ore Creek Middle School to 80-foot bases, and they allow them to
use the fields at Village Elementary when the school teams are not using them,
but this does not fulfill all of the need for additional fields. The fields at
Winegarner have been identified as needing repair and better maintenance
and possibly an upgrade to a baseball field with softball being relocated.
Maintenance work at Spranger Field is also needed to extend the fences, add
warning tracks and lights. The Township has identified a need for four additional
fields (two baseball and two softball) despite exceeding the national guideline
due to the number of program participants.
Soccer Fields. The increase in the number of youth and adults participating in
soccer has been considerable, resulting in a large demand for practice and
game fields. The soccer fields also experience a significant strain due to their
dual use for other sports practices. Hartland should consider the development of
five more fields, including four large fields for teen and adult soccer and one
smaller U-10 field for youth soccer, to accommodate this need.
Fields
specifically for games are needed to ensure high quality maintenance of the
facilities. The Township exceeds the national guideline in providing fields, but
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there are more than 20% of the Township’s youth participating in soccer during a
given year, further demonstrating a need for the additional fields.
Football Fields. The need for football facilities for games is met by the Hartland
Schools, and both the Township and the schools provide practice fields. There is
the potential that one of the two current fields used for games will be lost in the
next five years due to school district expansion plans. Also, the practice fields
provided by the Township are the baseball outfields at Spranger Field. These
fields are not designed to handle football practices, and they present potential
maintenance and safety issues. A need for additional practice facilities for
football is necessary to maintain the football fields in game condition and
provide safe and adequate facilities. Also, the football fields experience
significant strain due to their dual use for lacrosse practices and games. The
Township has identified a need for three additional football fields for both
football and lacrosse use despite demonstrating a surplus based on the national
guideline.
Running Tracks. Running tracks are provided by the Hartland Schools and
appear to meet the current and projected needs of the community. A related
venture is the need for a new cross-country course. This course could meet the
need for competitions as well as recreational runners.
Court Sports (Basketball/Gymnasiums, Tennis, Volleyball)
The different types of courts are specifically discussed below based on recommended
and projected need.
Basketball Courts/Gymnasiums. The basketball courts and gymnasiums are
currently used to their capacity at all of the available facilities, of which 100% are
located at the schools. Based on their popularity for the schools, HAYAA, club
sports, and recreational users, there is a significant shortage in basketball
facilities. A number of users have requested additional outdoor and indoor
facilities for practice and games to remain competitive and to allow all
interested youth and adults to participate. It should also be noted that high
school boys and girls basketball, cheer, gymnastics, and wrestling compete
during the winter, thus creating a need for additional courts and gym space for
practices and games/competitions. The change in the sport seasons at the high
school level has limited the amount of gym time available, and providers such as
HAYAA have been forced to limit the number of travel teams and reduce
practice time. The Township has identified a need for a minimum of one
additional indoor facility that would meet the needs for additional courts and
indoor practice areas, despite showing a surplus according to the national
guideline.
The Township should consider working with Hartland
Schools/Community Ed and HAYAA to address the inclusion of basketball
facilities/gymnasiums in any future expansion of the parks and indoor facilities.
Tennis Courts. A total of 16 tennis courts are provided in the Township,
demonstrating a surplus of according to the national guideline. Residents have
said that the many of the courts are in need of repair, and it is difficult to utilize
them if not part of an organized team or league. The Township should work with
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Community Ed, HAYAA, and Hartland Schools consider repairing the existing
courts and building additional ones for resident use as a need for more is
identified.
Volleyball Courts. The Township’s project need for indoor volleyball courts could
be met with the addition of an additional indoor facility. The demand for all of
those who want to play could be met, despite exceeding the national guideline.
Ice Rinks
The rink in the community is used for figure skating and ice hockey and has played host
to a number of tournaments. The popularity of skating continues to rise, and users
frequently travel to neighboring communities to participate in their clubs and on their
teams. The national guideline reveals that the needs for an ice rink are being met in
Hartland with the provision of one rink, but if the demand for a new ice rink becomes
apparent, the Township may want to consider building a multi-purpose facility to fulfill
the need for an ice rink and other indoor sports.
Playgrounds
Currently all of the playgrounds in the Township are located at school facilities. There is
a need for additional playgrounds at Township facilities, possibly to be included at both
of the undeveloped parks despite the number of playgrounds exceeding the national
guideline. The playgrounds should also be ADA accessible and be located throughout
the Township to better serve the entire population.
Swimming Pools
The current aquatic center fulfills the need for an indoor pool facility, and according to
the national guideline the Township does not have a need for an additional swimming
pool. Nonetheless, a number of residents have discussed an outdoor facility with a
splash park to relieve the burden on the indoor facility for recreational swimming in the
warm months. The Township should consider an outdoor facility in the future beyond
the five-year capital improvement plan given the large expenditure necessary.
Golf Courses
There are no Township-owned golf courses included in the table above. The national
guideline suggests that there is a deficiency in 9-hole courses but a surplus of 18-hole
courses. Two of those categorized as 18-hole courses contain 27 or 36 holes, thus
exceeding the guideline. At this time there is no need for the Township to pursue
additional golf course facilities. A related venture is a disc golf course which was
requested by a number of youth and adults in the community. This use can serve both
a recreational and competitive need for Hartland residents.
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Community Center
The Township does not have a community center for use by residents. The Hartland
Education Support Service Center serves this purpose informally, but the demands on
this facility are ever-increasing. A need for a community center with classroom and
meeting space, gymnasiums, teen center, and additional facilities has been identified
by a number of residents of all ages. The Township may also consider coordinating with
neighboring communities to investigate the feasibility of a new joint community center
to serve all of the residents in the surrounding area.
Passive Recreation
In addition to active recreation facilities, it is important for the Township to provide
opportunities for passive recreation and unprogrammed activities, such as walking,
jogging, picnicking, nature observation, or just sitting in the park reading a book. The
Township has identified a need to provide more passive recreation and include natural
areas in the development of the new parks because there is currently no dedicated
passive recreation in the Township. When developing and improving parks it is
important to incorporate walking paths, picnic areas, benches, open spaces, and other
amenities that further enhance the passive recreation opportunities.
Programming Analysis
The Hartland Township recreation programs offered through Community Ed, HAYAA,
and other providers are very popular. The variety of sports and programs offered and
residents’ participation in them speak to the importance of recreation programming in
the Township. It is important for the Township to continue its relationship with the
Hartland Consolidated School District, Community Ed, HAYAA, and other providers to
ensure a high quality of programming and offerings for Township residents.
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Chapter 5
Action Plan
By using the comprehensive planning process of trend identification, focus group
interviews, surveys, and public meetings, the Hartland Township community has
effectively established a framework for the Action Plan. The Action Plan describes
recommendations for improvements and enhancement of the Hartland Township parks
and recreation facilities and programming, as well as identifying the tools needed for
implementation of the plan components.
A complementary component of the Action Plan is the Capital Improvement Plan.
Action strategies that may require significant capital investment from the community
have been organized into a five-year plan. The specific projects have been prioritized
in the Capital Improvement Plan in order to better manage the parks and recreation
budget and equally distribute the projects over a five-year cycle. The timing of these
projects may be influenced, moved, or eliminated depending upon economic
conditions, available funding, and/or grant awards. However, the spirit and intent of
the project priorities are well defined in the Capital Improvement Plan.
The Action Plan is organized into three sections:
Goals and Objectives
System Wide Recommendations
Five Year Capital Improvement Plan
Goals and Objectives
To provide a guideline for decision making, the Parks and Recreation Committee has
developed a list of goals and objectives based on the previous 1995 Parks and
Recreation Master Plan, the 2004 Hartland Township Comprehensive Plan, and the
results of analysis and public input. The following goals and objectives are intended to
provide an operational framework for future decisions related to the provision of parks
and recreation for Hartland Township. These goals and objectives should be reviewed
annually and modified as necessary.
Goal #1:
Development of New Parks and Recreation Facilities – Provide a range of
parks and recreation facilities to meet the leisure needs of all segments of
the population.
Objectives:
As the Township develops, acquire additional land for future park development
and to provide more uniform geographic distribution of facilities.
Develop biking/hiking path systems to meet the alternate transportation, scenic,
and athletic needs of the Township.
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5 – Action Plan
Goal #2:
Maximize Use of Facilities – Fully develop and utilize parks and recreation
facilities based on the multiple-use concept, whereby a variety of active
and passive opportunities are provided in each park.
Objectives:
Include a broad range of facilities within each park where feasible.
Develop park sites to their optimal use in consideration of changing community
needs and resource limitations.
Promote and implement recreation programming at parks, in cooperation with
the Hartland Area Youth Athletic Association (HAYAA) and Hartland Community
Ed.
Adhere to high standards of maintenance for all parks and recreation facilities.
Maintain a logical balance between active and passive pursuits in the parks.
Develop undeveloped Township park land.
Goal #3:
Cooperation with Other Providers of Recreation Services – Cooperate with
other agencies, organizations, and individuals to provide adequate
recreation resources for residents.
Objectives:
Coordinate recreation plans with those of adjoining communities, HAYAA,
Hartland Community Ed, and the State of Michigan.
Cooperate with Hartland Community Ed in the planning and use of parks and
school sites, and coordination of recreation and education programs.
Augment public park and recreation facilities by encouraging usable open
space and recreation facilities in subdivisions, and other residential
developments. Encourage the continued maintenance of all such open space
arid recreation areas.
Work with volunteer service groups, to participate in the design and
development of parks and recreation facilities.
Encourage private providers to locate in Hartland.
Goal #4:
Access and Transportation – Improve access and transportation to parks
and recreation facilities.
Objectives:
Develop safety paths to provide safe access and connections to parks and
facilities in the Township.
Provide pedestrian and bicycle paths that are separate from the vehicular
routes in an approaching all parks.
Utilize natural features areas as connections between parks and recreation
facilities.
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Goal #5:
Recreation Programs – Work with HAYAA and the Hartland Consolidated
School District to develop, improve, and offer a comprehensive range of
recreation programs for residents.
Objectives:
Encourage programs to serve the changing population make-up of the
Township, including passive and active recreation programs, instructional
programs, sports leagues, adaptive recreation programs, and other programs to
address the varied interests of residents.
Encourage programs which address the needs of special segments of the
population, such as senior citizens, the handicapped, and youth.
Goal #6:
Preservation of Natural and Cultural Resources – Protect natural and
cultural features, such as wooded areas, wetlands, wildlife habitat, natural
drainage ways, and historic structures and facilities.
Objectives:
Preserve natural features on proposed park sites to the maximum extent feasible,
in consideration of the proposed multiple-use character of the Township's parks.
Develop programs and utilize sites in a manner that results in a greater
appreciation of the Township's natural resources.
Incorporate natural and historic resource protection, including protection of
groundwater recharge areas, into the parks and recreation program whenever
the opportunity presents itself.
Goal #7:
Funding – Develop stable sources of funding and practice sound fiscal
management of the parks and recreation system.
Objectives:
Pursue all available funding sources for capital improvements and operations
and maintenance, including local sources, state and federal grant programs,
local businesses, and other sources.
Explore opportunities for greater private sector participation in the provision of
recreation and leisure services in the Township.
Continue to cooperate and interact with HAYAA and Hartland Community Ed in
providing recreation resources in order to avoid duplication of services and
make efficient use of public funds.
Develop long-range projections of costs and revenues as a management tool.
Develop a fee structure for the use of Township parks by recreation providers
and organizations.
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Goal #8:
Quality of Design – Provide residents with high quality parks and
recreation facilities.
Objectives:
Adhere to high quality design specifications when developing or replacing
recreation facilities or equipment.
Design sturdy parks and recreation facilities and equipment that will reduce
routine maintenance costs.
Consider the cost of maintenance and operation in designing new recreation
facilities.
When planning and developing a park site, consider its overall appearance and
its potential impact on adjoining uses and the surrounding neighborhood.
Design future parks in Hartland Township to be compatible with the environment
on and surrounding the park sites.
Design the parks so they contribute to the aesthetic quality and cultural values of
the Township.
Goal #9:
Planning – Maintain an ongoing parks and recreation planning process.
Objectives:
Review and update the parks and recreation plan, particularly the five-year
capital improvement plan, annually.
Provide for citizen input in recreation planning and decision-making.
System Wide Recommendations/Long Range Planning
In addition to capital investments into the parks and recreation system, the Township
must also evaluate the current system and review long-range options for providing
parks and recreation for the residents. The following are system wide recommendations
that should be evaluated annually and used in the long-range planning of parks and
recreation in Hartland.
Establish a Parks and Recreation Commission or Department. The current Parks
and Recreation Committee serves an advisory role to the Township Board in
making parks and recreation decisions.
As the Township contemplates
expanding the parks and recreation system, a governing body or department
should be established to oversee the park design, establish rules for the facilities,
ensure proper maintenance, acquire park land, seek funding, and coordinate
with other recreation providers. The Township may establish a Parks and
Recreation Commission through a general election of members as provided in
Michigan Public Act 157 of 1905. The Commission would have the authority to
acquire, maintain, manage, and control Township parks and places of
recreation while reporting to the Township Board for budget purposes. A Parks
and Recreation Department may also be established to oversee the
management of parks and recreation in the Township under the current
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Township Board who would be responsible for establishing the budget for the
department.
Barrier-Free Accessibility.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has
established guidelines to provide barrier-free accessibility at all public facilities. It
is important to provide access to Hartland’s facilities according to these
guidelines so that all residents may enjoy them. As parks and facilities are
improved or developed, a high priority must be placed on upgrades that
improve barrier-free accessibility with improvements to proper surfaces for
wheelchairs, accessible picnic tables, and play equipment that provides
universal access.
Emergency Access.
All parks should be designed to be accessed by
emergency vehicles. For example, the future trails at the undeveloped Clark
Road property should be designed with a surface able to accommodate
emergency vehicles.
Pathway/Bike Path Connections. Hartland Township is committed to providing
pedestrian and bicycle pathways and connections with all new developments.
The development of more connections is a high priority to residents in the
Township as well. The Township should continue to develop pathways and
connections, particularly linking the parks and recreation and Township facilities,
as well as the Hartland Settlement Area.
Acquisition of Park Land. The need for park land in the four corners of the
Township was made evident when mapping the service areas of the existing
parks. These parks could be utilized for additional passive and active recreation
facilities. Along with the acquisition of land for larger parks in the outlying areas
of the Township, smaller parks should be created throughout Hartland to better
serve all of the residents. The smaller parks could be created as development in
the Township occurs.
Community Center. As discussed previously in this plan, the Township does not
have a community center for use by residents. A need for a community center
with classroom and meeting space, gymnasiums, teen center, and additional
facilities as needed by the residents of all ages has been identified by a number
of residents. Given the significant funds necessary to build such a facility, the
Township should consider pursuing this endeavor in the future through a
combination of grants and donations along with Township funding. The
Township may also consider coordinating with neighboring communities to
investigate the feasibility of a new joint community center to serve all of the
residents in the surrounding area.
Fundraising. The Township should develop new and creative ways to raise funds
for park development and improvements. Events, service projects, developer
contributions, and local fundraising are some of the ways in which this can be
done.
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Continued Public Involvement. The Township should continue to solicit residents’
suggestions on planning, use, and improvement of parks and programming. This
can be accomplished with focus groups, public meetings, surveys, or through
resident feedback solicited at parks and recreation events.
Additional Facilities. Please refer back to the Facilities Analysis for additional
indoor and outdoor facilities needed in the Township.
Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
This section summarizes the overall system recommendations as well as specific
improvements to individual parks. Some are multi-year efforts that will involve time and
coordination, while others are park improvements that require largely monetary
investment. Table 5.1 – Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan incorporates the top
recommendations that require capital improvement in the next five years.
Priorities should be reviewed on an annual basis and adjusted to respond to updated
findings and identification of funding opportunities. In particular, costs should be closely
monitored, as the proposed plan estimates are in 2007 dollars and are strictly
preliminary. Actual costs for each project will be more specifically determined as site
surveys, programming elements, and engineering plans are developed. In finding
levels are lower than required to implement the Plan based on the schedule provided,
the implementation could be stretched over additional years.
Table 5.1
Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
Phase/
Facility/Improvement
Year
Estimated
Cost
Funding Sources
Year 1: 2008-2009
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
M-59 Property:
Construct Drives and Parking for Phase 1
M-59 Property:
Design & Construct 4 Multi-Use Fields
M-59 Property:
Construct Pedestrian & Bike Paths for Phase 1
and along M-59
M-59 Property:
Design & Plant Screening Buffer and Berm
along east property line
M-59 Property:
Design & Plant Phase 1 Landscaping
M-59 Property:
Design & Construct Playground for Phase 1
M-59 Property:
Construct Entry Road to Site
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$397,000
TF, G, PD, RP
$317,800
TF, G, PD, RP
$225,000
TF, G, PD
$178,000
TF, PD
$150,000
TF, PD
$145,000
TF, PD
$135,000
TF, PD
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Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
2008-2009
M-59 Property:
Construct Pavilion with Restrooms for Phase 1
M-59 Property:
Design & Construct 4 Basketball Courts
M-59 Property:
Provide Utility Connection to Site
(water, sewer, electricity)
M-59 Property:
Irrigation of all Multi-Use Fields
Clark Road Property:
Sledding Hill
Annual Parks Upgrades
$128,000
TF, PD
$107,000
TF, G, PD, RP
$100,000
TF, G, PD, RP
$88,000
TF, PD, RP
No Cost
--
$20,000
TF
$290,000
TF, PD
$205,000
TF, PD
$175,000
TF
$150,000
TF, PD
$124,000
TF, G
$100,000
TF
$95,000
TF, PD
$94,000
TF, PD
$85,000
TF, PD
$67,500
TF, PD
$34,000
TF, G, PD
$31,000
TF, PD
$15,000
TF, PD
$7,000
TF, PD
$20,000
TF
Year 2: 2009-2010
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
Phase 1
2009-2010
Purchase & Install Picnic Tables and Site
Furniture
Design & Construct Playground and Tot Lot
Construct Parking Lot (200 spaces)
Design & Construct Amphitheater (600 seats)
Construct sidewalks for Phase 1
Provide Utility Connection to Pavilion &
Restrooms (water, sewer, electricity)
Construct Restrooms and Vendor Booth
Design & Construct Splash Park
Design & Construct Pavilion
Design & Construct ExerStation Course and
Walkway
Design & Construct 1 Softball Field
Design & Construct Entry Sign and Landscape
Design & Plant Tallgrass Prairie Pilot Project
Area
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Year 3: 2010-2011
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
Phase 2
2010-2011
M-59 Property:
Design & Construct Playground for Phase 2
M-59 Property:
Construct Drives and Parking for Phase 1
M-59 Property:
Construct Pavilion with Restrooms for Phase 2
M-59 Property:
Design & Construct 3 Softball Fields
M-59 Property:
M-59 Property:
Irrigation of all Softball Fields
M-59 Property:
Construct Pedestrian & Bike Paths for Phase 2
M-59 Property:
Purchase & Install Picnic Tables and Site
Furniture for Phase 2
Design & Construct Phase 1 of Multi-Use
Nature Trail and Connection to South
Construct Bridge for Phase 1 of Multi-Use
Nature Trail and Connection to South
$145,000
TF, PD
$133,000
TF, PD
$127,000
TF, PD
$120,500
TF, G, PD, RP
$38,000
TF, PD
$32,000
TF, PD, RP
$25,000
TF, G, PD
$21,000
TF, PD
$7,000
TF, G, PD, RP, HS
$35,000
TF, G, PD, RP, HS
$20,000
TF
$61,000
TF, G, PD
$35,000
TF, PD
$20,000
TF, PD
$18,000
TF, G, PD
$106,000
TF, G, PD
$50,000
TF, G, PD
$40,000
TF, G, PD
$12,000
TF, G, PD, RP, HS
Year 4: 2011-2012
Phase 3
Phase 3
Phase 3
Phase 3
Phase 3
Phase 3
Phase 3
Phase 3
M-59 Property:
Construct Nature Trails
M-59 Property:
Construct Bridge
M-59 Property:
Construct Scenic Overlook
M-59 Property:
Design & Plant Tallgrass Prairie
Design & Plant Proposed Tallgrass Prairie
Ecosystem
Construct Scenic Overlook
Woodland Establishment
Design & Construct Phase 2 of Multi-Use Cross
Country Trail
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Phase 3
Phase 3
Phase 3
2011-2012
2011-2012
Site Furniture for Trails
Construct Nature Trails
Northern Pedestrian Trail to Hartland HS
Winegarner Field:
Conversion of existing fields to T-Ball Fields
$7,500
TF, G, PD
$4,000
TF, G, PD
$1,000
TF, G, PD
$30,000
TF, G, PD, RP
$20,000
TF
Long Range Items: 2012 and beyond
2012
2012 and
beyond
2012 and
beyond
2012
TF
G
PD
Design & Construct 18-Hole Disc Golf Course
with rough grade
Design & Construct Hartland Nature
Center/Community Center
Design & Construct Ice Skating/Performance
Stage
Township Funds
Grants
Private Donations
RP
HS
Table 5.2
Yearly CIP Costs
Year
M-59 Property
2008-2009
2009-2010
2010-2011
2011-2012
Long Range
$31,000
TBD
TBD
$20,000
TF, PD, RP
TF, G, PD, RP, HS
TF, PD, RP
TF
Recreation Providers
Hartland Schools
Clark Road
Property
Annual Parks
Upgrades
Total Annual
Cost
$1,970,800
$0
$641,500
$0
$1,472,500
$42,000
$20,000
$20,000
$20,000
$134,000
$220,500
$20,000
$0
$31,000
+ Community
Center and Stage
$20,000
$1,990,800
$1,492,500
$703,500
$404,500
(including
Winegarner Field)
$51,000
+ Community
Center and Stage
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Appendix A
Public Involvement
Stakeholder Focus Group Interview Comments
August 15, 2007
Natural Resources
Katie Schlueter – Resident
Terry Gannon – Resident
Michael Forester – Resident
Jim Roth – Resident
Eventually create groups for education/outreach.
Suggest use of BMP’s for park maintenance with the use of buffers, rain gardens,
address invasive species and fertilization to address drainage and impervious
surface issues.
Preserve the natural topography of the Clark Rd. property.
The Township would benefit greatly from trails and bike trails within the greenways to
provide connectivity to adjacent areas.
Need a way to get across M-59 from the south side of Twp. to Village – what about
a park on the south side?
The Township should acquire areas for easements; the trails could be put in these
areas.
Need buffering around the lakes (approximately 100 feet around the lakes would be
ideal).
Wetland on the M-59 property should be buffered.
The 1995 plan mentioned the preservation of natural features, and they would like to
keep this in the new plan.
Teens/Youth Groups
Jessica Roeske – Ranger’s 4-H Club
Jacob Roberts – Ranger’s 4-H Club
Barb Gazda – Parks & Rec Committee
Nick Dimmick – Ore Creek Community Church
4-H uses high school property mainly, and a building to hold meetings would be
great even if you have to charge.
4-H would be interested in volunteering with parks and recreation activities.
A lot of kids play on ultimate frisbee leagues (soccer field size).
March 2008
A lot of kids are interested in disc golf and Kensington is the closest; there are 25 kids
at Ore Creek Church that helped build a course at Wildwood Ranch in Howell and
would be willing to help build a course in Hartland.
Kids need a place for pick-up baseball, basketball games (outdoor and indoor)
because all fields are used by HAYAA.
An outdoor pool for the summer would be great for non-competitive activities.
The teens feel that the seniors have more to do in the community.
Teens need something to do in the summer especially; they need un-structured,
non-league activities/facilities whether through the Township or Community Ed.
Cross country trails would be great if they can be accommodated in the park.
Clark Rd. property would be beneficial for teens without cars to access from school.
Historical/Library
Tom Parshal – Hartland Area Historical Society
Don Thompson – Cromaine Library, Music Hall
Historical society does not recognize the barn as significant, and it recommended
the barn be taken down and use some parts for other structures.
The Township needs more baseball diamonds.
The Township needs a large gathering space that is centrally located with parking to
benefit everyone.
Community Council runs Memorial Day and Heritage Days as well as many nonprofits and would be a good steward of the old Township Hall where non-profits
could access building because they have a hard time finding meeting rooms and
areas for offices and storage.
Community Council has been involved in recreation (maintenance, playgrounds)
on a volunteer basis for many years.
The Township should look to acquire additional property for parks.
The Historical Society recognizes the village properties and some outlying farms as
historical properties.
The Township needs contiguous connections/sidewalks from M-59 to Village.
Seniors
Alice Andrews – Director of Senior Center
Peggy Seebaldt – Seniors Committee, Hartland Women’s Club, Parks & Rec Committee
Alice Wyland – Senior (phone interview on 8/13/07)
The Senior Center is part of the schools and wants it to stay that way.
They would like to see bike and walking trails throughout the Township.
A fitness trail with stations (Life Trails) would be a great addition given the huge
emphasis on senior fitness.
Bocce ball and shuffleboard would be great to have.
March 2008
The tennis courts need to be upgraded at the Senior Center because the high
school has the only nice courts.
The parks need areas for sitting and picnic pavilions.
A bandshell or area for entertainment/performances in the park would be great.
The Township’s United Way contributes to the Senior Center and they reach a lot of
people in Hartland, Brighton, Tyrone, Howell, and Deerfield – there are 800 members
and they serve 1,300 people.
A stand-alone Community Center would be great to intermingle the generations.
Expansion of facilities in the village would be beneficial.
Some do not agree with the location of M-59 park property and state grant
because it takes away from the tax base; the Township used its funds to purchase
the property, and the proposed soccer facility will not serve everyone and focuses
on one segment of the population.
The Township needs to include something for everyone at the new parks.
Should sell M-59 property and pay off general fund and buy something closer to
village.
Maintenance, liability, lighting, and security are an issue when you build more parks.
Trails with exercises or reflecting areas along the way as well as gazebos and
pavilions would be a great addition.
Community Ed/Schools
Jerry Cowan – Athletic Director
Michelle Otis – Community Ed Director, Parks & Rec Committee
Competition fields and courts are in good shape.
Practice fields not in good shape or they don’t have enough facilities such as indoor
facilities for basketball and it is hard to fit everybody in from after school to 9:00 PM
with indoor sports in such high demand.
The hierarchy for the use of Community Ed facilities is:
1)
High School sports/ school uses and events
2)
HAYAA (Youth of choice)
3)
First come, first serve - Have some recognized groups and off season teams
A number of spin-off teams (particularly travel teams) have been created but hard
to get times of practice.
Parks need to serve a range of needs and provide greenspace to be used for
recreation, not just sports-related areas.
Practice fields/courts for soccer, baseball, softball, football, and tennis would be
great.
Need to serve different areas of the Township with recreation.
Winter activities such as outdoor skating rink, sledding would be great.
March 2008
HAYAA/HCSA
Jerry Glasco – HAYAA, Parks & Rec Committee
Mark Leighton – HAYAA Basketball
Jim Baker – HAYAA Basketball (e-mail interview on 8/20/07)
Brian Fraser – HCSA, Parks & Rec Committee
Mike Schmidt – HCSA
HAYAA
HAYAA uses the schools, gyms, fields, Winegarner (girls softball), and Spranger, and is
operating more activities in the same facilities.
HAYAA contributes to the maintenance for all of the facilities they use both through
direct payments of costs and sweat equity from HAYAA parents and board
members.
Township needs a way to get funds from other groups besides HAYAA for
maintenance.
HCSA uses the school fields at Ore Creek, Creekside, Village, Farms, St. Mary
Magadline in Brighton, and has used the Polo Fields.
HCSA pays for additional mowing, built the main soccer field themselves, and pays
for bathrooms, irrigations, and upgrades (some volunteers, some contracted work).
All changes to facilities are run by schools and the Township first, and nothing is
done without their consent.
Irrigation, the quality of the fields, and lighting are the major issue; HCSA is starting to
provide irrigation.
Multi-use fields are not always conducive because the fields get torn up easily.
Because the groups use the specific fields and maintain them, they would like some
control over the use of the fields to ensure they can schedule their events and
ensure all users contribute to the maintenance of the facilities.
They need practice fields to keep the game fields nice.
HAYAA is starting to experience problems with the number of fields who want to
participate and do not want to have to shrink their programs.
Older kids have fewer places to play due to needing regulation fields (travel teams,
select, etc.).
The quality of the fields has to go up to not lose kids to different programs/teams.
Storage is an issue at fields due to theft and having no place to store things.
Until this year we did not have an outside basketball facility that provided an
opportunity to play full court organized games. HAYAA basketball built the outdoor
basketball area at Community Ed and runs a Monday night session there and ran a
3-on-3 tournament there in July. It was such a success they are considering an
expansion or additional court, and they want to get advertising to sponsor the court
to keep the improvements going.
A plan for these facilities is needed to get the right people and fund together; the
community is generous, but many don’t want to be taxed.
Use all the elementary school gyms, middle school gym and intermediate school
gym. Some of the gyms in the school are very old and because the floors are not
maintained they become very slick and pose a potential safety problem. It would
be great if Hartland had an indoor multi-sport facility.
March 2008
The combination of boys and girls basketball at same time is really difficult. There
are 800 kids in girls/boys travel basketball currently.
Club Sports/Travel Teams
Joseph Colaianne – Hartland Wrestling Club, Parks & Rec Committee
Mike Holka – Hartland Lacrosse, Parks & Rec Committee
There are try-outs and cuts for these teams (not in-house); many of the clubs are
feeder programs and could be expanded if HAYAA wanted.
The programs are expanding and the spaces are limited. In some instances there
are too many kids on a team to accommodate the people who want to play and
the timing of practices is really difficult. If our area is experiencing significant growth
then we would have to limit the number of kids that can sign up because we are
pretty much at the maximum capacity now.
Sports at high school can only improve if club/travel teams can improve. Many
people are coming from outside Hartland to join the clubs to get into high school
sports.
Adult leagues like to play as well and need facilities.
Outdoor sports need areas to work out on the off-season; for instance, lacrosse uses
football fields in the spring off-season; indoor facilities would be beneficial for all
sports.
Barn Committee
Kathie Horning – Parks & Rec Committee, Township Treasurer
Joe Petrucci – Township Board
Tim Wiles – Michigan Barn Net
Ann Ulrich – Township Clerk
So far they have secured property and cleared debris and want to clear around all
of the buildings. They have also done initial assessments of the barn and costs
The Township Board wants a plan to decide whether to move forward with
preserving the barn.
The Clark Rd. property should have passive recreation, picnic areas, an
amphitheatre, social/gathering spaces, sledding hill and ice skating in the winter,
bathrooms, and playgrounds.
The community needs places to hold large groups for events
They suggest tying the barn into amphitheatre to use as storage and/or a temporary
event space.
Other possible barn uses could be a petting zoo, community gardens, or a veteran’s
memorial like Milford.
March 2008
Public Visioning Workshop Voting Results
August 15, 2007
*It should be noted that the results are shown in the order of choice.
Visioning Question #1 –
What indoor and outdoor facilities and/or programs are needed most in Hartland?
1. Bike trails/paths/sidewalks
2. Large pavilion/multi-use area/outdoor amphitheater/community and family
gathering area
3. Trails and parks linking natural features (greenways) and areas of the Township
4. Nature center/natural open Space
5. Playscape/structures
6. Athletic fields (i.e. soccer)
7. Multi-use active/passive sports fields
8. Frisbee golf
9. Indoor facilities/athletics (i.e. basketball)
10. Horseshoe pit
11. Cultural/music events
12. Expand library
13. Equestrian trails, dog runs
14. Family festival
Visioning Question #2 –
Where should these facilities be located?
Clark Road Property
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Memorial Day parade
Amphitheater
Passive park
Nature center
Family uses
M-59 Property
1. Athletic fields
2. Natural areas, bike paths
3. Multi-use fields/outdoor facilities
Village
1. Cultural/music events/community activities
2. Expand library
March 2008
Parks and Recreation Survey Results
August 15, 2007
1.
What facilities do you frequent most in Hartland?
(Please check up to 3 facilities)
Hartland Music Hall
Epley Park
Spranger Field
Hartland Area Historical Society
Winegarner Field
None
Other(s)
Hartland Aquatic and Fitness
Center
Private lake trails
Baseball fields behind Farms
and Lakes
Community Rec & Ed
Waldenwoods Resort
2.
Softball fields
Schools and gyms/fields
Majestic Golf
Pool
Farms Intermediate
Farmer’s Market
Hartland Educational Center
Paths and sidewalks
All area gyms and fields for
sports
Bike on the sides of the road
Soccer facilities at schools
“Trails-to-trails” greenways for
biking, jogging, walking, etc.
High school track and indoor
health center
Are you satisfied with the existing parks and facilities in Hartland?
No – 53%
Yes – 33%
Undecided – 14%
3.
Which type of public outdoor recreation facility is most needed in Hartland?
(Please check 1 facility)
Nature Trails/Pathways
Bike Path
Play Structure
Baseball/Softball Fields
Soccer Fields
Dog Park
Tennis Courts
Football Fields
Spray Park/Swimming Pool
Horse Trails
Basketball Courts
Skate Park
Other
March 2008
Areas of large, irrigated safe
grass areas that can be used
for several of the above
facilities
All of the above.
Winter facilities, ice rinks
None
Disc golf
Bocce ball, shuffleboard,
picnic pavilions,
band/entertainment shell
Community Center located at
the old Township Hall
Save barn- Township property
Passive park
Most need as it applies to the
entire (all age, all interest)
population of Hartland
Township- the taxpayers
Parent/toddler park
History preserved for future,
within the parks system
Just open space and picnic
areas
4.
Which type of public indoor recreation facility is most needed in Hartland?
(Please check 1 facility)
Community Center
Nature Center
Fitness Center
Gyms
Teen Center
Indoor Fields
Ice Arena
Swimming Pool
Other
Nature center
Baseball, softball, golf
Community Center- we have
the Senior Center in the
Hartland Support Service
Building
5.
Family/picnic area with play
structure and ballfields
Linking paths, greenways
Extremely important to have
pathways that will connect to
other places in Hartland
(library, school, Spicer’s
Orchard) as well as other trails
outside the Township
(example the trails along M-59
towards Milford)
Use barn and expand
surrounding area for nature
center
Combine all facilities via
scheduling
We already have pool and
community center
Indoor sports facility
A center incorporating all
three (community center,
nature center, teen center),
but most of all we should
have a social area like a
concert pavilion
Are you satisfied with the existing recreation programming in Hartland?
Yes – 52%
No – 33%
Undecided – 15%
6.
What types of additional recreation programs would you like to see in Hartland?
(Please check all that apply)
Concerts
Family Events
Holiday Events
Teen Programs
Enrichment Classes
Senior Activities
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Athletics for Children
o Fields to support what
HAYAA is already doing
Adult Athletics
o Soccer
Sports- soccer, softball,
etc.
o This should be up to those
participating
o Jogging, hiking, bike
paths, trails
Adult Education
o Environmental programs
o Crafts
Fitness Groups
o
7.
Other
Nature programs
Old Township Hall
teen/community center
Homecoming events
We already have a wonderful
senior program
Pavilion- family reunion
Expand on the few we
presently have
Beach at Bullard Lake
Pedestrian walkways
Do you use facilities or programs outside of Hartland? If so, which ones and what
do you like about them?
Nature trails at Kensington
Park/ Bike trails at Kensington
Park and Island Lake
Recreation Area
Milford YMCA
Aim High Lansing Basketball,
Cage Basketball Swartz Creek
Ice skating at Hartland Ice
House
Yes, Kensington Metropark for
running, fishing, and picnics
Good fields for soccer,
baseball
Grass & water needed
Golf courses
Canton Softball Complexmultiple fields, central facility
Novi Softball Complex
Concert at Brighton Mill Pond
Playscape at Brighton
A ballfield (baseball and
softball) complex with lighting
and suitable to hold
tournaments
Brighton Library- bigger, more
to offer
Metroparks- bike paths,
walking trails, beach, hiking,
biking
Brighton State Park- trails and
picnic tables
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Concerts in other
communities
Church
Kensington Metropark- like
how park as variety of rec
activities but most of it is open
space and natural. Like how
there are activities for all ages
in some areas. Playgrounds
for preschool next to trails for
older kids. Swim areas with
playscape and splash park,
nature center.
Milford playscape- like how
it’s laid out so that you can
easily watch multiple children
unlike Brighton Millpond
where it’s hard to watch. Like
how playscape is shaded and
contained, and trails and
water features and businesses
are all walkable.
State parks
Other community parks
Brighton Community Ed- re:
timing and variety
Total Sports in Wixom (soccer
indoor); indoor facility which
allows for expanded seasons
Kensington and Indian Spring
bike/running path and nature
trails
I do use Rochester
VanHoosen Farm Historic
facilities
Basketball facilities outside
Hartland
Ski hills
Lakes
Parks in Milford, Highland,
Kensington – sledding, ice
skating, walking, picnicking
Brighton Mill Pond- play
structure; it’s large and has
picnic tables, and nearby
shops and the pond.
Milford-Central Park- has
picnic area, play structure
and pavilion/concert pavilion.
8.
What do you like most about parks and recreation in Hartland?
(Please check up to 3 items)
Location of Facilities
Accessibility
Athletic Fields
Playgrounds
Variety of Programs
Maintenance
Other
Rural character
Senior Center program and
facility
Natural features on site of
Township properties
What parks and rec in
Hartland? Everything is
9.
The best facilities are multi-use
so that many people can use
for various activities.
Nature trail, bike trail
I am a member of the
“Greenway Alliance of
Michigan” which looks to find
ways to raise money for
“green pathways”
connecting areas. The
facilities I use the most are the
Huron Valley trail system and
the Polly Ann/Paint Creek trail
system in Oakland/Macomb
counties.
Pinckney recreation area for
hiking and trails
provided by committee
groups
HAYAA
We have enough sports fields.
Keep in mind not all families
want to be involved in
organized sports.
Future development- think
today not tomorrow when
things are gone
The property the new hall is
on
Possibilities- own land
What types of funding sources would you support to help improve parks and
recreation opportunities in Hartland?
Facility User Fees
Parks and Recreation Millage
Additional Program Fees
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Other
Raise private donations
Grants
Portion of commercial tax
base
Developer contributions
Voluntary, donations from
large developments
10.
Combination of private and
public funding
Allow HAYAA and HCSA to
maintain fields
Sell M-59 frontage to fund the
rest
Are you a resident of Hartland Township, live within the Hartland Consolidated
School District, or Other?
Hartland Township – 62 participants
Hartland Consolidated School District – 30 participants
Other
Brighton – 1 participant
Oceola Township on the line – 1 participant
11.
How long have you lived here?
Average 14 years
12.
Age:
Average 58 years
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Appendix B
Conceptual Park Plans
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• M-59 Park Property
Concept Design
• Hartland Township
• LEGEND
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Ex. Woodland Trees
(fallgrass Prairie)
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Design Sununary:
Active Recreation Fields:
Softball Fields (3)
Multi-Use Fields (Soccer and Lacrossc)(4)
U-10 Soccer Fields (I)
Basketball Co urts (4)
SO' Pavilion/ Restroom
Picnic Tables
Playgrounds (2)
Multi-Use
Field
(Phase 1)
Multi-Use
Field
(Phase I)
Prop. Evergreen Shrub Buffer
Pedestrian/ Bike Paths
Nature Trails
Scenic O verlook
Bridge
Tallgrass Prairie
Parking Lots
Multi-Use
Field
(Phase 1)
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D esign Summary:
llanland Commurul) 2nd N•turc Center
Amphitheater
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50' Pavilion
Ptcnic Tables
Restrooms and V cndo r Booth
Playground/ Tot
Splash Park
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Cross CounCI)· T r.UI (one bp=2.5k)
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Softball Flcld
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PJcruc Tables
RestrOOms and Vendor Booth
Pbygrouod/Tot l.ot
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Scenk Overlook
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Appendix C
Funding Sources
Funding Sources
The proposed recreation improvements proposed in the Five Year Capital Improvement
Plan can be financed with a combination of resources. There are several potential
funding sources available for parks and recreation projects such as parkland
improvements and facility upgrades. In addition to the general fund, other potential
sources of funding are described below.
Millage
A property tax millage can be used to finance specific park and recreation projects or
to operate recreation facilities. A millage is an effective way to divide costs over time
among all of the taxpayers in the Township to provide matching grant funds or finance
entire projects. A millage allows more flexibility with how the money is allocated than
with a bond.
User Fees
The Township can charge reasonable fees to the users of specific recreation facilities
and for enrollment in recreation programs. User fees can provide substantial support for
park and recreation facilities and programs. Other Michigan communities have
established user fees for the use of swimming pools, tennis courts, lighted athletic fields,
and indoor facilities.
Recreation Bond
A number of bond programs can be used to finance construction of parks and
recreation facilities. General Obligation Bonds are issued for specific community
projects and may not be used for other purposes. These bonds are usually paid for with
property tax revenues. Revenue Bonds are issued for construction of public projects
that generate revenue. The bonds are then retired by using income generated by the
project.
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF)
MNRTF provides funding assistance for the acquisition of land or rights in land for
recreation or for protection of the land because of its environmental importance or
scenic beauty. This fund is directed at creating and improving outdoor recreational
opportunities and providing protection to valuable natural resources. The development
grants are between $15,000 and $500,000 and there is no limit on the amount for
acquisition projects because they depend upon the value of the property. A local
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minimum match of 25% is required for all projects. This grant is generally utilized for
implementing large park projects and land acquisition.
Applications must be
postmarked by April 1st for both acquisition and development projects and August 1st
for acquisition projects only.
Each year the Trust Fund Board of Trustees decides on special initiatives on which
proposals will receive special attention. Those for 2008 include:
1. Acquisition of land or development of trailways that provide linkages to
recreation opportunities. Projects that contribute to the state trailway system will
be given a higher priority.
2. Acquisition of land open to hunting or development of hunting-related
recreation facilities, such as shooting ranges. Specific seasons in which hunting
will be allowed must be identified. Highest priority will be given to land in the
southern Lower Peninsula, land that is open for all DNR-established hunting
seasons, and shooting ranges.
3. Acquisition of DNR-established winter deer yard, or acquisition of land that
connects or provides a buffer area to land that is already protected and that
provides critical wildlife or is of ecological value.
4. Acquisition of land or development of facilities in urban areas.
5. Development projects that provide universally accessible outdoor recreation
opportunities. Highest priority will be given to projects that provide natural
resource-based recreation opportunities.
6. Fees charged to enter the proposed project site. Highest priority will be given to
applications for projects for which no fee will be charged to enter the site.
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
LWCF provides funding assistance for communities to acquire and develop land for
public outdoor recreation. This fund is directed at community recreation and trailway
improvements that preserve natural resources. The grants are a minimum of $30,000
and a maximum of $75,000 with a local match of 50% required for all projects. Projects
are evaluated based on project need, applicant history, site and project quality, and a
fourth criterion based on the type of proposed project. Applications are due March 1st
for grants.
Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users
(SAFETEA-LU)
SAFETEA-LU is the successor to the 1998 Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century
(TEA-21) authorizing highway safety, transit and other surface transportation programs,
including regional pathways and trailway systems. This is a reimbursement program that
originally comes from the Federal Highway Administration and is administered by the
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Communities are eligible for funds to
develop, construct, maintain, and rehabilitate trails and trail facilities for both nonmotorized and motorized trail uses.
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Michigan Natural Resources Tree Planting Grants
Through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, there are three tree planting
grant programs that will assist in funding landscaping enhancements at the park and
re-foresting projects.
Cooperative Resources Management Initiative. This program supports tree planting
programs that improve tree species diversity, age/class diversity, reduce current and
long-term maintenance costs, increase awareness, education and technical
knowledge of trees and natural resource, provide wildlife habitat, improve aesthetics,
encourage community/volunteer participation, increase water and air quality, and
expand/improve tree cover throughout communities. Eligible projects are separated
into three types: Community tree planting projects ($10,000 maximum), projects
organized by a non-profit or non-governmental agency on public land ($5,000
maximum), and outdoor classroom/education sites ($5,000 maximum). Applications
are due in November of each year (with a possible second round in March).
Community Forestry Program – Arbor Day Mini-Grants. This mini-grant program is
designed to provide information and technical assistance to municipal governments
and volunteer groups for urban and community forestry activities related to Arbor Day.
Projects that develop or enhance urban and community forestry resources are looked
upon highly. Applications are due each fall with maximum grant requests of $200.
Community Forestry Program. This program provides the same services as above plus
management plans, inventories, planting and other maintenance activities. These
activities do not have to be related to Arbor Day. Projects that develop or enhance
urban and community forestry resources are looked upon highly. Applications are due
each summer with maximum grant requests of $20,000.
DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grants
The DTE Energy Tree Planting program is conducted through a partnership with the
MDNR to increase the number of properly planted, established, and maintained trees
within the service territory of DTE Energy. Tree planting projects such as parks, right-ofway, public streets, nature study areas, schools grounds planting, and neighborhood
revitalization projects all qualify. All trees must be planted on public land or land open
to the public. Applications are due each fall with maximum grant requests of $3,000.
Conservation Easements
A conservation easement is a method of preserving open space that is guaranteed
through formal documentation. This technique can also be used to preserve open
space if it is nor feasible or practical for the Township to acquire the land. Rather than
obtaining fee simple, or complete ownership, an organization or community can
purchase or acquire by gift an easement to the property.
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Public-Private or Public-Public Partnerships
Reduced funding for the public and private sector has created a need for various
partnerships between public and private entities as well as between two or more public
entities to accommodate specialized large-scale recreation demands. The Township
should consider creating a fee structure for the use of facilities by Community Ed,
HAYAA, and other recreation providers.
The fees could be utilized for facility
development, maintenance and upgrades, and/or programming. The fees from the
various user groups would ensure continued high quality parks and facilities for Hartland
Township residents.
Donations
Businesses, corporations, private clubs, community organizations, and individuals will
often contribute to recreation and other improvement programs to benefit
communities in which they are located. Private sector contributions may be in the form
of monetary contributions, the donation of land, the provision of volunteer services, or
the contribution of equipment or facilities.
Foundations
A foundation is a special non-profit legal entity that is established as a mechanism
through which land, cash, and securities can be donated for the benefit of parks and
recreation services. The assets are disbursed by the foundation Board of Directors
according to a predetermined plan.
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Appendix D
Resolution of Approval
HARTLAND TOWNSHIP
Bill Fountain
Supervisor
2655 Clark
Hartland, Ml 48353
(810) 632-7498
Fax: (810)
Joseph Colaianne
Trustee
Ann Ulrich
Cleric
Joseph M. Petrucci
Trustee
Kathleen A. Homing
Larry J. Hopkins
Treasurer
Trustee
James Wld<man
Glen E. Harper
Trustee
Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 08-03-04
ADOPTION OF THE HARTLAND TOWNSIDP
2008-2012 PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
At a regular meeting of the Board of the Township of Hartland, Livingston County,
Michigan, held at the Township Hall in said Township on the 18th day of March, 2008, at 7:00
p.m..
PRESENT: Supervisor Fountain, Clerk Ulrich, Treasurer Homing, Trustee Hopkins,
Trustee Petrucci, Trustee Colaianne, Trustee Harper
ABSENT: None
The following Resolution was offered by Member Hopkins and seconded by Member
Colaianne.
WHEREAS, the Hartland Township Parks and Recreation Committee has undertaken the
preparation of a five-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan that describes the physical features,
existing parks and recreation facilities, and the desired actions to be taken to maintain and
develop recreation facilities during the period between 2008 and 2012; and
WHEREAS, multiple opportunities for public comment were made available, suggestions
were solicited, a public hearing was held on February 12, 2008 at the Hartland Township Hall as
well as this evening to provide an opportunity for citizens to express opinions, ask questions, and
discuss all aspects of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Committee, with assistance from consultant
McKenna Associates, Inc. has developed the plan for the benefit of the entire community and
will use this document to assist in meeting the recreation needs of the community; and
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WHEREAS, after the public hearing and meeting on February 12, 2008, the Parks and
Recreation Committee of Hartland Township recommended adoption of the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan; and
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Hartland Township Board of Trustees hereby
adopts the Hartland Township 2008-2012 Parks and Recreation Master Plan as a guideline for
improving recreation for the residents of Hartland Township and directs that this plan, along with
a copy of this Resolution, be filed with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the
Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG), and the Livingston County Planning
Commission.
ADOPTED:
YEAS: Fountain, Ulrich, Homing, Hopkins, Petrucci, Colaianne, Harper
NAYS: None
STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF LIVINGSTON
)
)
)
I, the undersigned, the duly qualified and acting Township Clerk of the Township of
Hartland, Livingston County, Michigan, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and
complete copy of certain proceedings taken by the Township Board of said Township at a regular
m..Uog hcld on the ts• doy ofMmclo. 2008.
Ann Ulrich, CMC
Township Clerk
Page2of2
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RESOLUTION
TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE HARTLAND TOWNSIDP
2008- 2012 PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
At a meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee, Township of Hartland, Livingston
County, Michigan, held at the Township Hall in said Township on the
Ji" day ofFebruary, 2008, at
7:00p.m.
PRESENT: Roger Crouse, Joe Colaianne. Biill Fountain. Michelle Otis
ABSENT: Brian Fraser, Jeny Glasco. Mike Holka... Kathie Horning, Peggy Seebaldt
The following Resolution was offered by Roger Crouse and seconded by Joe Colaianne.
WHEREAS, good planning for future recreational development in this community requires· a
finn plan of action based on a combination of expert advice, community input, analysis of the needs
and desires of the population, and the opportunity to budget necessary funding and apply for available
grants; and
WHEREAS, workshops were held with the Township Board and the Planning Commission on
August 7, 2007 and August 9, 2007, respectively, key recreation providers were interviewed on August
15,2007, the Township sponsored a public Visioning Workshop on August 15,2007, and comments
were sought during the 30-day public review period from January 14, 2008 to February 12,2008,
which were incorporated into the plan; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Committee, with assistance from consultant McKenna
Associates, Inc. has developed a proposed Hartland Township 2008 - 2012 Parks and Recreation
March 2008
Master Plan which includes all of the factors mentioned above; and
WHEREAS, this plan meets the requirements of the Michigan Department of Natural
Resources as the document must be filed with that agency if the Township is to be eligible for state and
•
federal recreation grants; and
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Committee of Hartland Township has reviewed the
Parks and Recreation Master Plan and finds itself in accord with the basic plans and strategies outlined
in this document; and
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Parks and Recreation Committee of Hartland Township,
recommends that the Hartland Township Board adopt the Hartland Township 2008-2012 Parks and
Recreation Master Plan and directs that this Plan, along with a copy of this Resolution, shall be
forwarded to the Hartland Township Board of Trustees.
ADOPTED:
YEAS:
4
NAYS:
0
STATEOFMICHIGAN
)
)
COUNTY OF LIVINGSTON)
I, the undersigned, the duly qualified and acting secretary of the Hartland Township Parks and
Recreation Committee, Hartland Township, Livingston County, Michigan, DO HEREBY CERTIFY
that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of certain proceedings taken by the Parks and Recreation
Committee of said Township at a public hearing and meeting held on the 12th day of February, 2008.
thleen A. Horning, Secretary
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Appendix E
Notices and Meeting Minutes
Parks and Recreation Committee 2007
Minutes June 28. 2007
Attendance: Amy Chestnut, Joe Colaianne, Roger
Crouse, Bill Fountain, Brian Fraser, Barbara Gazda,
Jerry Glasco, Mike Holka, Kathie Homing, Heather
McPhail, Michele Otis, Peggy Seebaldt, James
Wickman
3191 Hartland Rd
Hartland, Ml 48353
810.632.7498
fax 810.632.6950
Amy Chestnut and Heather McPhail from McKenna Associates. made opening
comments and went over the overall process: They showed a copy of the previous
plan and the members asked to have their own working copy. Many of the 1995 goals
are still applicable.
Many members had brought copies of items asked for in McKenna's May 41h letter.
Amy and Heather asked that we continue to get information to them by the next
meeting even if it was redundant
We will want to contact as many people as possible to have them get involved. Peggy
Seebaldt and Kathie Horning offered to be on the communication/marketing
subcommittee. People suggested to have it included in various websites, the Senior
newsletter, Community Life, Spranger Baseball bulletin Board, past survey results.
There will be individual and group interviews from stakeholders and residents.
We will follow DNR guidelines and want their certification by April 1, 2008 to be
including for the next bout of funding.
August 15th was set for the visioning session at Ore Creek Middle School. A call will
be made to see if the date is open with the Schools.
July 261h, 2007 at 5:30 was set for next group meeting. Some members will not be
available for that meeting so we chose a chairperson. Motion by Kathie Horning for
Amy Chestnut to chair committee, seconded by Roger Crouse. There was a
unanimous vote in favor of Amy to head the group.
There was brief conversation about the future of the committee staying on as the
parks and rec committee or possibly a commission to keep the progress of the
community going.
Donald A.
Supervisor
Ann Ulrich
Clerk
Kathleen A. Horning
Treasurer
Joe Colaianne
Trustee
Bill Fountain
Trustee
Larry Hopkins
Trustee
Joe Petrucci
Trustee
James Wickman
Manager
Roily Olney
Dlr. Of Twp Services
Deputy Supervisor
Susan Dryden·Hogan
Finance Director
Donna Shollack
Deputy Treasurer
Lori Moran
Deputy Clerk
The meeting adjourned at 6:50 pm
Historic Past-Promising Future
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Minutes July 26. 2007
Attendence: Amy Chestnut, Roger Crouse,
Bill Fountain, Brian Fraser, Jerry Glasco, Mike Holka,
Kathie Horning, Heather McPhail, Michele Otis,
Peggy Seebaldt, Rolly Olney
3191 Hartland Rd
Hartland, Ml 48353
810.632.7498
fax 810.632.6950
Donald A. Rhodes
Supervisor
Peggy and Kathie have mailed out 300 fliers to people who might be interested in
attending. It is up on the Cable channel and information has been sent to the Daily
Press and Argus and WHMI radio.
The group talked about the interview schedule and Heather asked for input about
groups to include. There were many suggestions and we were asked to get Heather
our contact names and what group they are affiliated with by next Friday. We added
interview times with the Township Board on August ih at 6 pm and the Planning
Commission on August gth at 6 pm. Heather asked for groups like HAYM. Soccer,
and Lacrosse to provide brief descriptions of how their groups operate.
We talked about the format for the visioning session and Amy will get an email out
giving the time she will need us at Ore Creek on August 15th_ McKenna will have
their landscape architect at the workshop listening, to get ideas on input for design.
Amy said we would gather the data from that day along with previous survey results
to form our plan. The results will either reinforce the goals we already have or help
us set new goals.
Ann Ulrich
Clerk
Kathleen A. Horning
Treasurer
Joe Colalanne
Trustee
Bill Fountain
Trustee
Larry Hopkins
Trustee
Joe Petrucci
Trustee
James Wickman
We looked at the 1995 goals and discussed chapter one of the draft, which was the
community description.
Our next meeting was set for September 27th at 5:30 pm.
We adjourned at 6:40pm
Manager
Rolly Olney
Dir. OfTwp Services
Deputy Supervisor
Susan Dryden-Hogan
Finance Director
Donna Shollack
Deputy Treasurer
Lori Moran
Deputy Clerk
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HARTLAND TOW"NSH1? BOA..RD SPECLA.L WORK SESSION AUGUST 7, 2007
Meeting Called to Order by Supervisor Rhodes at 6:02 pm.
Members Presenr: Supervisor Rbodes, Clerk Ulrich, Trustee Hopk.L'1s, Trustee Petrucci,
Trustee Fountain, Trustee Colaian.c1e, Treasurer Homi.Dg,.
Also Present: Townsrup Manager James Wickman, Amy Chesnut and Heather McPhail
from McKenna Associates.
I . Strategic Plan: Trus plan was developed through the Board's work with Dr.
Bender. Mr. Wickman highlights portions of the strategic plan.
Mission Statement: Discussion of the development of a mission statement.
Trvstee Ccilaianne states that the mission statement should be fairly short. Trustee
Fountain states that the mission statement defines the culture they are trying to
create and other elements will build upon that culture. It should be short, sweet
and easy to memorize.
Population Projections: Discussion of whether the population will increase to
15,500 by 2012. It was decided to remove the population numbers from the
strategic plan. Mr. Wickman will take the number out and focus on steady growth.
Four Comers of M 59 and US 23: This is being cha.r1ged from four corners of
Township. The intention was in regards to trus intersection. Tru.stee Fountain
suggests leaving our specific names local arterial roads for improvement and have
a more general statement that local arterial roads will be improved. Change the
word "completed" to "updated."
Goals and Objectives: Consensus that these are the 4 main goals of the Township.
Clerk Ulrich asks questions regarding the community identity and preservation of
tbe historical aspects of the community. Trustee Colaianne states that the
historical preservation aspect should be included with the goals as a c.Jear
objective. Clerk Ulrich also notes that preserving the rural character of the
Tovvnsh.ip, should be included in goals. Mr. Wickman will come up with im
additional objective that incorporates these considerations. Discussion of defining
the community's identity. Discussion of timelines Trustee Fountain states that
tlie la.•>t item on page 7 should be broken do,vn into 3 elements with specific
deadlines.
Roads: Trustee Colaianne would li ke sidewalks added to this section. Treasurer
Homing states that pedestrian pathways shouid be provided for, more than
sidewalks. Mr. Hopkins states that one objective, may be 1o develop a sidewalk
system. This will be added to asset management tasks.
2. Parks aod Recreation Work Shop:
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HARTLAND TOV/NSHIP BOA.RD SPECL"-\L WORK SESSiON AUGUST 7, 2007
Present:
Amy Chesnut, McKenna Associates
Heather McPlwil, McKenna Associates
Ms. Chesnut: The parks and recr.eation committee bas met twice. There will be
two types of public comments. The first will be stal<e holder interviews to get
be open
specific comments with individual recreation needs. The second part
to the entire community. The purpose of workshop I visioning session is to get the
type of the facilities the coromunjty wants and where they want them. Trustee
Hopkins asks if developments should contribute to the overall park and recreation
plan instead of having their own park and/or recreation facility that does not get
utilized as often. Trustee Petrucci states !bat placing a park in the subdivisions
costs less to the Township. The subdivision is then responsible for maintenance of
the park. Trustee Hopkins states that the issue of volunteers should be expanded
to have volunteers help with mruntenance of the parks. Trustee Hopkins asks
when the Board may contribute to the plan. A draft will be submined. to the
Trustee FoU11tain statr.s that the Ms. Chesnut and Ms.
Board fm
McPhai l have provided copies ofpreviotts plans they have worked on as examples
for Lhe committee and Board to look at.
3. ADJOUR.l"<MENT
Move to adjourn the meeting at 6:55pm. Motion Fountain. Second Ulrich: Voice
Vote. Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
Submitted by,
Leslie M. Sauerbrey
Recording Secretary
March 2008
. Ann U lrich, CMC
Hartland Township Clerk
HARTLAND TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSION
AUGUST 9, 2007
6:30P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Fox called the meeting to order at 6:30p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairma:J. Fox, Commissioner Hopkins (Vice Chair), Commissioner Killinger
(Secreta1y), Commissioner Newsom and Commissioner Voight. Absent: Commissioner Crouse and
Commissioner Rataj .
Also Present: Amy Chesnut & Heather McPhail, McKenna Associates
James Wickman, Township Manager
Denise Lutz, Deputy Zoning Administrator
4. APPROVAL OF AUGUST 9, 2007 PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSION AGENDA
Move to approve the Platming Commission Work Session Agenda for August 9, 2007.
Motion Killinger. Second Newsom. Voice Vote. Motion Canied. 5-0-2.
5. CALL TO THE PUBLIC: No
came forward.
6. PARK & RECREATION PLAN
Discussion on parks & recreation goals and visioning workshop.
Ms. Chesnut: Explained the process the Parks and Recreation Committee will be using to develop a
the "1995 Parks & Recreation Goals" and reminded the PC of
park plan for the Township.
the. visioning workshop to be held on August ! S'h.
7. CALL TO PUBUC:
Katie Schlueter, 1575 Shoreline Dr.: She is a representative of"Preservation ofNatural and Cultural
Resources Group", the goal of this group is to protect the natural and cultural features, such as wooded
areas, wetlands, wildlife habitat, natural drainage ways and historic structures and facilities . She is
researching what other communities have done in order to provide examples as to what can be done.
8. PLANNER'S REPORT : None at this tim.e.
9. COMMITTEE REPORTS: None at this time.
10. A.DJOUlli"'MENT
Move to adjourn the Phuming Commission Work Session meetil'lJU!.LG.;2..l.!2.J:l:L
Motion Hopkins. Second Newsom. Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 5-0-2.
This is a Draft until Final Approval.
Submitted by,
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Laura l
:J
Planning Commission Secretary
March 2008
HARTLAND TOWNSHIP PARKS AND RECREATION
VISIONING WORKSHOP AGENDA
Ore Creek Middle School
August 15, 2007, 7:00 PM
1.
Opening Remarks
2.
Overview of the Parks and Recreation Planning Process
3.
Overview of the Workshop Agenda
4.
Small Group Discussion
Break into groups of 8 to 10 people to discuss questions with your facilitator.
Each group will record their answers and narrow down the two visioning
questions to their top 3 answers.
Brainstorming Questions:
1. What do you value most about Hartland Township?
2. What do you value most about parks and recreation in Hartland?
Visioning Questions:
1. What indoor and outdoor facilities and/or programs are needed most in Hartland?
2. Where should these facilities be located?
5.
Large Group Discussion, Voting and Results
Each group will present their top 3 answers to the two visioning questions. Each
participant will then vote using colored dots for their top answer to each
question. The results will be tallied and presented to the group.
6.
Closing Remarks
March 2008
2007
Minutes October 8. 2007
Attendance: Amy Chesnut, Joe Colaianne, Roger
Crouse, Bill Fountain. Brian Fraser. Barb Gadza. Jerry
Glasco. Mike Holka. Kathie Horning, Heather McPhail,
Michele Otis, Peggy Seebaldt, James Wickman
2655 Clark Road
Hartland, Ml 48353
810.632.7498
fax 810.632.6950
Oonald A. Rhodes
Supervisor
The group started out by going through the draft plan. It was quite a detailed
discussion that led to many revisions along with some general editing comments that
we handed in on sheets. Some of the revisions included taking the numbers out of
the results of the visioning session and beefing up the front of the document so
people know as they read through it the Park and Recreation goals.
We went through page 16 facilities inventory sheet and updated to the actual
numbers and made corrections.
The concept plans were discussed in detail.
Heather and Amy handed out the Capital Improvement Plan sheets for the
committee to return to McKenna.
The entire project scheduled was reviewed for October through December.
Our next actions are to get the revised plan done and reviewed by the committee,
prepare a notice for a 30 day public review, set the public hearing, and get dates for
future meetings.
Ann Ulrich
Clerk
Kathleen A. Homing
Treasurer
Joe Colaianne
Trustee
Bill Fountain
Trustee
Larry Hopkins
Trustee
Joe Petrucci
Trustee
James Wickman
Manager
Roily Olney
Dir. OfTwp Services
Deputy Supervisor
Susan Dryden-Hogan
Finance Director
Donna Shollack
Deputy Treasurer
Lori Moran
Deputy Clerk
March 2008
M inutes October 29. 2007
Attendance: Amy Chesnut, Joe Colaianne,
Bill Fountain, Brian Fraser, Mike Holka,
Kathie Horning, Heather McPhail, Michele Otis,
Peggy Seebaldt, James Wickman.
3191 Hartland Rd
Hartland, Ml 48353
810.632.7498
fax 810.632.6950
Donald A. Rhodes
Supervisor
The meeting was opened .by revisiting the two concept designs: M-59 and Clark
Road. Both had some modifications. The committee agreed to have the two
designs continue to move through the process to the public hearing.
The committee moved into discussion of the actual recreation master plan and
specifically the goals. It was a consensus to beef up the introduction with some of
the main goals to allow the reader a chance to understand the concepts as they
read through the rest of the document.
Michelle Otis provided information to accurately provide the count of basketball
courts and the chart on page 16 was updated accordingly.
Everyone who had completed the assignment turned in his or her comment sheets.
Amy updated us on where we go from this point.
• Finalize maps and obtain updated cost estimates.
• CIP for parks- we will list o.ur priorities. Discussion regarding infrastructure
costs, development and operation and maintenance was had .
·
• Estimated public hearing for January.
• Adoption by March 1s1• 2008
We will be receiving new lists and plans via email.
Barb Gazda could not be in attendance but turned in 50+ letters of students
enthusiastic about disc golf in Hartland.
We were asked to fill out a brief evaluation for McKenna Associates.
We adjourned at 8:45pm
March 2008
Ann Ulrich
Clerk
Kathleen Homing
Treasurer
Joe Colaianne
Trustee
Bill Fountain
Trustee
Larry Hopkins
Trustee
Joe Petrucci
TNstee
James Wickman
Manager
Roily Olney
Dlr. Of Twp Services
Deputy Supervisor
Susan Dryden-Hogan
Finance Director
Donna Shollack
Deputy Treasurer
Lori Moran
Deputy Clerk
Minutes December 11 . 2007
Attendance: Amy Chesnut, Joe Colaianne,
Bill Fountain, Brian Fraser, Jerry Glasco, Rolly Olney,
Michele Otis, James Wickman.
3191 Hartland Rd
Hartland, Ml 48353
810.632.7498
fax 810.632.6950
The meeting started with a very lengthy discussion on the Capital Improvement Plan
portion of the total Parks and Recreation Plan.
Items were reviewed and prioritized.
Donald A. Rhodes
Supervisor
Ann Ulrich
Clerk
Amy updated us on where we go from this point.
• Prepare final plan
• Thirty Day review period. (Prepare a notice of availability)
• Parks and Recreation Committee Public Hearing
• Township Board Meeting and Adoption.
Kathleen Horning
Treasurer
Joe Colalanne
Trustee
Bill Fountain
Trustee
Larry Hopkins
;Trustee
kh
Joe Petrucci
Trustee
James Wickman
Manager
Rolly Olney
Dlr. OfTwp Services
Deputy Supervisor
Susan Dryden-Hogan
Finance Director
Donna Shollack
Deputy Treasurer
Lori Moran
Deputy Clerk
March 2008
The Hartland Township Parks & Recreation Committee
has scheduled a Public Hearing:
Tuesday
February 12, 2008
7:00 PM
Hartland Township Hall
2655 Clark Road
Hartland, MI 48353
Notice of 30-Day Public Review Period and Public Hearing
Hartland Township Parks and Recreation Committee
Notice is given to any and all interested parties that the draft Hartland Township Parks
and Recreation Master Plan will be available for review and comment for 30 days
beginning January 14, 2008 at the Hartland Township Hall, 2655 Clark Road, during
regular business hours or online at http://www.hartlandtwp.com/. The Parks and
Recreation Committee will hold a public hearing on February 12, 2008 at the Hartland
Township Hall, 2655 Clark Road to hear comments on the Parks and Recreation Master
Plan.
Hartland Township is preparing a five-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan in
accordance with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources requirements. The
draft plan includes conceptual plans for the M-59 and Clark Road Properties. When
completed, the plan will serve as a guide for the acquisition and development of parks
and recreation facilities and programs over the next five (5) years.
All interested parties may submit comments in person or in writing to the Hartland
Township Parks and Recreation Committee, 2655 Clark Road, Hartland, MI 48353.
March 2008
2008
Minutes February 12.2008
Attendance: Amy Chestnut, Joe Colaianne, Roger
Crouse, Bill Fountain, Kathie Horning, Michele Otis,
Peggy Seebaldt, James Wickman, Rolly Olney
Joe Colaianne and Michelle Otis arrived late and
Peggy Seebaldt and Kathie Horning left early.
3191 Hartland Rd
Hartland, Ml 48353
810.632.7498
fax 810.632.6950
Amy began the meeting at 6 pm.
She gave updated timeline and hoped we would have the Notice for Review in this Sunday's paper.
She will get the review notice to Clerk Ulrich. The Township Board will conduct a public hearing on
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March 1.81h regardi ng the Park and Recreation Master Plan for 2008-2012. Also on March 18 h the Park
plan and mitigation plan will be presented to the Township Board for approval. After this meeting, the
board members will be given a copy of the plan for their review. Deadline for the Parks and Rec plan to
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the State of Michigan is April1 •
James Wickman called the meeting to order at 7 pm
Motion to approve agenda by Kathie Horning and seconded by Roger Crouse. 6-0
The public hearing on the 2008-2012 Hartland Township Parks and Recreation Master Plan was
opened at 7:05pm. The weather was bad and attendance poor. Ann Ulrich asked some general
questions regarding the conceptual maps for the Clark Road property.
Joe Petrucci wanted to make sure the pathways were wide enough to accommodate emergency
vehicles such as an ambulance. He also said that one of the things people really like is a community
flavor. Where the word ' restrooms· appears, in that open space, he would like to see a Monument of
Honor for Hartland High School Graduates who have served in wars with a flagpole. This should be
added to Phase One. VFW's and American Legions might be a funding source.
There was talk of the disc golf course and Kathie Horning added that with the right ground cover it
would be very low maintenance.
Local Boy Scout Leader Phil West stated that he oversees 100 scouts and has 4 doing eagle projects
right now. They are experienced in putting in disc golf and trails. They would appreciate the projects.
There was a brief explanation of the splash park.
Amy went on to give an overview of both park plans- M-59 and Clark Road .
Add Parshallville parcels to inventory.
Larry Hopkins thought the Clark Road design has a need for additional gathering space/pavilion.
Wondered about the need for a road going deep Into the site; how many would walk it? The committee
gave it's thoughts on keeping it safe for walking, hiking and cross country running.
Joe Petrucci reviewed the revisions to the MSYSA site.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:48 pm.
Mike Homier reviewed the mitigation plan for the St of Mi grant currently on the Clark Road property.
Some exhibits need updating. Does the MSYSA preclude the rest of the park from being open to the
Public? It would be open to the public. Discussed the conversion process. We are showing 12.6 acres
on Clark Road in exchange for 10 acres being mitigated from M-59.
Roger Crouse offered a resolution to RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE HARTLAND TOWNSHIP
2008-2012 PARKS AND RECREATION PLAN. Joe Colaianne seconded.
It passed 4-0-5. Yeas: Michelle Otis, Roger Crouse, Bill Fountain and Joe Colaianne. Absent
members were: Jerry Glasco, Brian Fraser, Kathie Horning, Peggy Seebaldt and Mike Holka.
T he meeting adjourned at .8:15 pm.
Historic Past-Promising Future
March 2008
Donald A. Rhodes
Supervisor
Ann Ulrich
Clerk
Kathleen A. Horning
Treasurer
Joe
Trustee
Bill Fountain
Trustee
Larry Hopkins
Trustee
Joe Petrucci
Trustee
James Wickman
Manager
Roily Olney
Dir. Of TWP Services
Deputy Supervisor
Susan Dryden-Hogan
Finance Director
Donna Shellack
Deputy Treasurer
Lori Moran
Deputy Clerk
Supervisor
William Fountain
Hartland Township
2655 Clark Road
Hartland, Michigan 48353
(810) 632--7498 Office
(810) 632-6950 Fax
www.hartlandtwp.com
Clerk
Ann M. Ulrich
Treasurer
Kathleen Horning
Trustees
Joe Colaianne
Glenn Harper
Larry Hopkins
Joe Petrucci
The Hartland Township Boa rd of Trustees
has scheduled two Public Hearings:
Monday
March 18, 2008
7:00PM
Hartland Township Hall
2655 Clark Road
Hartland, Ml 48353
Notice is given to any and all interested parties that Hartland Township Board of
Trustees will hold one public hearing for the Hartland Township Parks and Recreation
Master Plan and one public hearing for the MNRTF Conversion and Mitigation Plan
on March 18, 2008 at the Hartland Township Hall, 2655 Clark Road to hear
comments on each plan.
Hartland Township has prepared a five-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan in
accordance with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources requirements. The
Plan includes conceptual plans for the M-59 and Clark Road Properties and will serve
as a guide for the acquisition and development of parks and recreation facilities and
programs over the next five (5) years.
Hartland Township has also prepared a MNRTF Conversion and Mitigation Plan in
accordance with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR)
requirements and MNRTF policies and procedures. The Plan includes the
conversion, by way of sale to the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, of
approximately 10.0 acres of 64.86 acres owned by Hartland Township located along
the north side of M-59 and west of Fenton Road. The Plan also includes a proposal
by Hartland Township to mitigate the sale of the 10 acres by acquiring- 12.6 acres of
property located at the corner of Clark and Dunham Roads for recreational use.
Copies of both plans are available for review at Hartland Township Hall during regular
business hours. All interested parties may submit comments in person or in writing
until4:00 PM, the close of regular business hours, on March 18, 2008 to the James
Wickman, Hartland Township Manager, 2655 Clark Road, Hartland, Ml48353 or by
calling 810-632-7498.
March 2008
HARTLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING -MARCH 18, 2008
1.
2.
CALL TO ORDER - Supervisor Fountain called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
ROLL CALL: Members Present: Trustee Hopkins. Trustee Petrucci, Supervisor Fountain.
Treasurer Horning, Trustee Harper, Clerk Ulrich Absent: Trustee Colaianne.
A/so Present: Township Attorney Mike Homier.
4.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA
a. Bills 3/18/08
b. Minutes Special Work Session 2- 11-08
c. Minutes Regular Board Meeting 2-19-08
d. Minutes Special Work Session 2-25-08
e. Minutes Regular Board Meeting 3-4-08
f. Minutes Board Work Session 3-5-08
g. Sewer Expansion Bills
h. Township Hall Payment Transfer of Funds
Job Description Deputy Treasurer
j. Job Description Deputy Clerk
k. Deputies' Performance Appraisal Policy
I. Deputies' Incentive Pay Policy
m. Fire AtJthority VERS Purchase Request
n. MTA Township Governance Academy for Trustee Harper
Move to approve the consent agenda for March 18, 2008. Motion Horning. Second Petrucci.
Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 6-0-1.
5.
APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
Move to approve the Hartland Township Board Meeting Agenda for March 18, 2008 as amended.
Motion Ulrich. Second Hopkins. Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 7-0-0. Add item #9C MSYSA .
Trustee Colaianne arrived at 7:02pm.
6.
CA.LL TO THE PUBLIC
No one came forward
7.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Parks &Recreation Master Plan 2008-2012
Move to open the public hearing for the parks and recreation 2008-2012 plan. Motion
Ulrich. Second Petrucci. 7-0-0.
Public Hearing opened at 7:04pm
Ms: Chesnut: Provides overview of the history of this project. She describes the parks
and recreation areas that are being developed.
Public Comment
Katie Schlueter. 1575 Shoreline Drive: Thanks the committee for all their work on this
project. II was helpful to see the plans on the website. She asks if the conceptual plan
March 2008
HARTLAND TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING MARCH 18, 2008
2
could be placed on the website. Discussion of passive recreation. The Township should
provide this for the residents especially during this down turn in the economy. She
appreciates the need for organized sport facilities. She also wants the Township to
provide for all types of the resident's needs. Discussion of storm water systems for the
parks. The parks are draining to lakes that already have water problems. She would like
to encourage the engineers to use mitigate this impact on the surrounding lakes. The
township should be creative in the storm water solutions as they are requiring the
developers to be.
Supervisor Fountain: Thanks the committee for all their hard work on this project
Trustee Hopkins: Thanks the committee members for working on this project. This is
something he is looking forward to implementing.
Trustee Petrucci: T hanks the Committee members for their efforts on this project. He
states that this is a conceptual plan and may be modified in the future. He describes the
amphitheatre and the potential use for it This will not be comparable to the Pine Knob
amphitheatre .
Clerk Ulrich: States that this Park Plan is still a work in progress. We are going to work
with the residents regarding their concerns. The parks and recreation plan should have
something that everyone can enjoy.
·
·
Trustee Colaianne: Thanks the stake holders that were part of the committee. They
represented the senior center, HAYAA. Lacrosse amorig other interests. They devoted
many hours for the good of the community.
Move to close Public Hearing. Motion Petrucci. Second Horning. Voice Vote. Motion
Carried. 7-0-0.
Public Hearing Closed at 7:28pm
Move to approve resolution #08-03-04 adoption of Hartland Township 2008-2012 Parks
and Recreation Master Plan. Motion Hopkins. Second Colaianne.
Roll Call Vote
Trustee Harper- Yes
Trustee Colaianne- Yes
Trustee Petrucci- Yes
Trustee Hopkins- Yes
Treasurer Horning- Yes
Supervisor Fountain- Yes
Clerk Ulrich - Yes
Motion Carried 17-0-0\
b. Mitigation Plan
Move to open the public hearing regarding the mitigation plan. Motion Homing. Second
Ulrich, Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
Public Hearing opened at 7:29pm.
Mr. Homier: Describes the Mitigation plan. This plan is required by the DNR in order to
convert the property to the MSYSA. The Township must dedicate some other property as
park property in order to mitigate the conversion. Discussion of timelinesldeadlines and if
there are any challenges for the MSYSA The most pressing issue is the purchase
agreement and this will be addressed later this evening. Discussion of whether there is a
possibility to get on the April agenda. Mr. Homier recommends that this go on the August
agenda to make sure they have everything they need. Discussion of paying back the
DNR the donation of the park property. This is still a possibility.
Trustee Petrucci: States that he would prefer this to be on the April agenda if possible.
March 2008
3
Move to close the Public Hearing. Motion Hopkins. Second Colaianne. Voice Vote.
Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
Public Hearing closed at 7:45pm
Move to approve resolution # 08-03-05. resolution supporting conversion and mitigation
proposal. Motion Hopkins. Second Colaianne.
RollCall Vote
Trustee Harper - Yes
Trustee Colaianne - Yes
Trustee Petrucci - Yes
Trustee Hopkins - Yes
Clerk Ulrich Yes
Motion Carried (7-0-0)
8. APPLICANTS:
a. Planned Development Application 439 - Hartland Towne Square
Trustee Hoplcins: Provides overview of the planned development and the application
process.
Trustee Petrucci: Thanks the Planning Commission, Traffic Commission, Mike Homier
and his Jaw office, McKenna Associates for all their efforts on this project. This is going to
be an outstanding shopping center with tremendous recognizable benefits.
Treasurer Horning: States that she appr.eciates that they are moving the road. They
hopefully have helped the traffic problem.
Mr. Eickhoff: States that the Township has worked very well with them. All the
Township members followed through with their word and this has really been a team
project. They look forward to being part of the community.
Trustee Hoplclns: Thanks the planning Commission for all their hours of work on this
project. He thanks Ramco-Gershensen for being interested in what Hartland would want
and working with the Township.
Move to approve resolution # 08-03-06 granting final conditional approval to Hartland
Towne Square Planned Development Project and Final Plan. Motion Hopkins. Second
Colaianne.
Roll Call Vote
Trustee Harper- Yes
Trustee Petrutci- Yes
Clerk Ulrich - Yes
Motion Carried (7-0-0\
b. Site Plan #447 and Special Use- Medical Clinic and Urgent Care
Trustee Hopkins: Provides overview of the Site Plan Application and Special Use.
Trustee Petrucci: Comments that he commends the applicant for taking an older
building and converting it to a beneficial use.
Trustee Colaianne: States that they are improving the drainage system and commends
them on this issue.
Move to approve site plan application# 447 for Dr. Nasir AIL tax id # 4708 22-401-600 to
renovate an existing office building for use as a medical clinic and urgent care facility per
the plans stamped received March 3 2008. Motion Hopkins. Second. Ulrich. Voice Vote.
March 2008
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Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
Move to approve Special Use Application #236 for Dr. Nasir A li. tax id # 08-22-401-060
for a medical office with urgent care facilities in an office service district, finding that the
requirements of special use have been met as stated in the Mckenna and Associates
letter dated February 4. 2008. Motion Hookins. Second Petrucci. Voice Vote. Motion
Carried. 7
9.
REPORTS
a. ATTORNEY
I. Woodcliff: Update by Mr. Homier
Move to table. Motion Colaianne. Second Ulrich. Voice Vote. Mot.ion Carried. 7-0-
Q...
ii.
Ordinance Revision : These will be available April 1, 2008.
Move to table ordinance revisions until April 1, 2008. Motion Ulrich. Second
Haroer. Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
iii. MSYSA
Move to approve resolution # 08-03-07 a resolution to approve Purchase
Agreement for the 9.67 acres to the MSYSA. Motion Petrucci. Second Hopkins.
RollCall Vote
Trustee Harper- Yes
T rustee Petrucci- Yes
Clerk Ulrich- Yes
Motion Carried (7-0-0)
iv. ·Cell Tower: Discussion of removing the Comcast ceil tower and relocating the
Crown Castle cell tower. Mr. Homier recommends the board direct the Attorney
to negotiate with Crown Castle. The cell tower relocation may cause some
problems for Ramee because of the timing. The Cell Tower relocation is behind
schedule. Mr. Homier would like to stay with 5,000 square feet instead of 10,000
square feet. He would like permission to negotiate for the best deal.
Move to authorize the Township Attorney to negotiate with Crown Castle with
respect to their request for an additional 5 000 square feet. Motion Colaianne.
Second Hopkins. Voice Vote. Motion Carried 7-0-0.
b.
Manager
Approval of Engineering for Clark and Dunham Paving Project: Discussion
of the paving and engineering of the project. The project needs to commence
immediately. Discussion of what wou ld happen if Ramco did not go through w ith
the project. Ramee would reimburse the Township. Clerk Ulrich asks if it would
be worthwhile to get a surety bond from a bank for this project. There will be
performance bonds in place. Mr. Homier does not feel that there is a huge risk in
this project which would require a bond in lieu of a contractual agreement. He
states that it could be just as hard to collect on a surety bond as a contract would
be. Mr. Eickhoff explains why the contract is beneficial to the Township. They
need to make up for lost time on this project. They would like to be complete with
the road projects as soon as possible
March 2008
5
Move to approve the commencement of Engineering and paving for Clark and
Dunham road per the Township Engineer's letter dated Februarv 14. 2008 and
upon the contract being implemented per Mr. Homier. Motion Horning. Second
Colaianne. Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
10. REPORTS AND COMMENTS FROM THE BOARD
Trustee Harper. Met with Mr. Hune regarding the Michigan Law Enforcement Bill. Letter was
sent to Senator Garcia regarding this proposal He attended the MTA meeting in Lansing.
Treasurer Horning: Congratulations to the Township manager on the birth of his new baby boy
this morning.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Rolling Hills SAD
Trustee Colaianne: States concerns regarding the design costs and if the engineering
phase is to be paid by Road Commission. Mr. Homier has not reviewed this agreement
This language will be clarified before the Clerk and Supervisor sign the agreement. There
could be an attachment agreement explaining the Road Commission's cost and benefits.
Move to approve the Rolling Hills Pavement Rehabilitation Plan as provided by the
Livingston County Road Commission upon review of the Township Attorney. Clerk and
suoervisor regarding the participation of the county in the project. Motion Hopkins.
Second Colaianne. Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
b. Listing of Hartland Road Property
Motion to authorize the Supervisor and Clerk to execute the Exclusive Listing Agreement
with Colliers International for the Hartland Road property. Motion Horning. Second
Petrucci. Voice Vote. Motion Carried. 7-0-0.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Move to adjourn. Motion Colaianne Second Harper. Voice Vote. Motion Carried.
adjourned at 8:52 pm.
THIS IS A DRAFT UNTIL FINAL APPROVAL
Respectfully Submitted,
Leslie M. Sauerbrey
Recording Secretary
March 2008
Ann Ulrich, CMC
Township Clerk
7-o-o. Meeting
Acknowledgements
235 East Main Street, Suite 105
Northville, Michigan 48167
Telephone: (248) 596-0920
Facsimile: (248) 596-0930
www.mcka.com
Phillip C. McKenna, PCP, AICP, President .....................................................................President
Sara J. Hodges, AICP, Senior Vice President ......................................... Community Manager
Amy T. Chesnut, AICP, Senior Principal Planner ..........................................Project Consultant
Heather L. McPhail, Associate Planner............................................................Project Manager
James M. Ludwig, RLA, ASLA, Director of Landscape Architecture ...................... Project LA
Dean Hay, ASLA, ISA, Associate Environmental Designer.............................Project Designer
Sabah Aboody-Keer, Senior Urban Designer ........................................................GIS Mapping
John Otwell, Senior Graphics Specialist ........................ Graphic Support and Cover Design
Kacy Smith, Administrative Assistant ............................................. Text/Document Production
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