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COMPREHENSIVE RECREATION PLAN
2008 - 2013
CITY OF CADILLAC, MI
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MICHIGAN
COMPREHENSIVE RECREATION PLAN
2008-2013
CADILLAC CITY COUNCIL
Ronald Blanchard, Mayor
Gordon Baas, Mayor Pro Tempore
James Dean, Council Member
Tom Dyer, Council Member
Arthur Stevens, Council Member
CADILLAC AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION
Craig Weidner, President
Steve Anderson, Vice President
Gary Rexford, Secretary
Harry Engels, Treasurer
Eric Baker, Trustee
Judy Coffey, Trustee
Roger Hopkins, Trustee
RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, AGENCY REPRESENTATIVES AND CITIZEN PARTICIPANTS
Chris Gentry
Sue Conradson
Michael Stump
Diane Patterson
Michael Gallaway
John Putvin
Jan Putvin
Linda Kimbell
Diane Dykstra
William Barnett
James Kenyon
Al Blackburn
Chris Fisher
Gwen Dubravec
Jack Foster
Bruce Schroeder
Michael Filkins
PARKS & RECREATION STAFF AND PLAN DEVELOPMENT
Peter Stalker, Cadillac City Manager
Paul Liabenow, Cadillac Area Public Schools Superintendent
John Horrigan, Community Schools Director, Cadillac Area Public Schools
Ken Gorlewski, Cadillac Area Public Schools
Precia L. Garland, Assistant City Manager, City of Cadillac
Robert Johnson, Director of Public Works, City of Cadillac
Allen Dumond, Parks Supervisor, City of Cadillac
Jerry Adams, Community Development Coordinator, City of Cadillac
Jim Ray, GIS Coordinator, City of Cadillac
Max Melstrom, Administrative Intern, City of Cadillac
CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
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RECREATION PROGRAM GOALS
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SECTION I - COMMUNITY PROFILE
Introduction
Population
Population Distribution By Age
Population Distribution By Gender
Population Distribution By Race
Distribution Of Population With Unique Needs
Public School Enrollment
Households And Housing
Economic Characteristics
Employment
Income
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SECTION II - PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Introduction
Topography
Water, Fish, and Wildlife Resources
Soils
Vegetation
Climate
Environmental Issues
Transportation
Land Use Patterns
Zoning
Comprehensive Recreation Plan, 2008-2013
City of Cadillac and the Cadillac Area Public Schools
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CONTENTS
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SECTION III -ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE
Current Funding Sources
Budgets
Administrative Structure
Roles Of The Cadillac Recreation Advisory Board
Parks And Recreation Policies And Procedures
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SECTION IV - PLANNING PROCESS
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SECTION V -STANDARDS AND INVENTORY
Facility Inventory
Public Properties
School Playgrounds
Kenwood Beach
Kenwood Park And Boat Launch
Baseball Fields
Softball Fields
Tennis Courts
Cadillac Senior Center
Lakefront Park Area
City Park
Magic Squares
Lake Cadillac Bike Path
Diggins Hill
Football Field And Track
Whittier Park
Rails-To-Trails/White Pine Trail
The Chris Blackburn Memorial Skate Park
Clam River Greenway
Kenwood Park Disc Golf Course
Lakefront Park Walkway Bridge Reserve
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CONTENTS
SECTION
Recreation Opportunities Outside The City Boundaries
Camp Torenta
Casa All-Sports Park Facility
Wexford Ice Skating Arena
Barrier-Free Status
SECTION VI - ACTIONS - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
Barrier-Free Accessibility
Lake Cadillac Milfoil Management Program
Clam River Greenway - Phase III
Lakefront Park Walkway Bridge Gazebo
Cadillac Carnegie Library Restoration Proj ects
Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell Educational Initiative
TelIDis Courts
Community Swimn1ing Pool
Pickleball Courts
Kenwood Heritage Park Enhancements
Lakefront Park
The Chris Blackburn Memorial Skate Park Improvements
North Boulevard Realignn1ent
Wayfinding Sign Program for Non-Motorized Bike Routes
U.S. 131 Bypass Multi-Use Greenway
Diggins Hill Regional Park
Cultural Arts Center
Five Year Capital Improvement List
APPENDICES
Topographic and Soils Maps
Existing Land Use, Zoning, and Transportation Maps
City/CAPS Cooperation Agreement
Recreation Facility Map with Action Projects
Resolutions of Plan Adoption
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INTRODUCTION
Cadillac is located in rural Wexford County in the northwest sector of Michigan's Lower
Peninsula. The city lies approximately 100 miles north of Grand Rapids and 200 miles
northwest of Detroit. The city is located in the heartland of one of Michigan's prime outdoor
recreational areas. Cadillac is within a few miles of thousands of acres of state and federal forest
lands open to a variety of recreational pursuits. The city is centrally located among many prime
inland lakes and streams and lies near some of the regions finest skiing areas.
Cadillac serves as the governmental seat for Wexford County and is the county's largest urban
center having a population of slightly over 10,000 residents. During seasonal periods, the city's
population often doubles. Cadillac is home to Mitchell State Park located on beautiful Lake
Cadillac. This highly popular facility is one of Michigan's leading recreational facilities drawing
thousands of tourists each year. Cadillac serves as the region's commercial and industrial hub.
In order to maintain and improve the quality of life for its residents, it is a goal of the city of
Cadillac and Cadillac Area Public Schools to continuously reassess the need and delivery of
recreational facilities and services to the community. This document is intended to serve as a
guide in the planning and implementation of future recreation opportunities and services.
Demographic changes, shifts in local economic development, and changing attitudes toward
leisure continue to add new pressures to the current parks and recreation system, thereby
advancing the need for short and long range planning. Many of the following recommendations,
such as maintenance issues and small recreation facility improvements, can be implemented
quickly and easily and at minimal costs. Long-range proposals, particularly those concerning
major facility expansions and/or construction, will obligate a more serious allocation of
resources. Regardless, this plan provides the foundation to realize a range of recreational
opportunities.
The focus of the Plan is twofold. First and primarily, the multi-faceted desires of residents and
the recreation needs of the community are identified. Be it noted that "community" extends
beyond the City's municipal boundaries, since Cadillac has long functioned as a recreation
provider for the area far beyond the city itself. The areas of focus and action in this plan include:
• The need and desire to spatially balance the geographic location of recreation facilities.
• The need and desire to provide a diverse range of facilities consistent with community
requirements.
• The need and desire to ensure that parklands are aesthetically well maintained.
• The desire to ensure that all facilities are highly visible and accessible.
• The need to continually evaluate the provision of recreational services.
Secondly, the Plan inventories the facilities of the community, identifies deficiencies and
opportunities, and recommends an action plan for the future implementation of park and
recreation improvements.
Implementation strategies will be exercised and subsequently analyzed, just as new approaches
may be identified, over the next five years at which time the Plan should once again be updated.
The delineation of these improvements will aid the city and school in grant solicitation from the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) and other funding agencies and long-range
capital improvement building. Additionally, during the next five years, it is important for the
city and schools to reference the Plan and make necessary modifications as the local state of
affairs change and/or funding opportunities arise.
The previous Community Recreation Plan was adopted in 2002, expiring at the end of 2007. In
accordance with the State-established five-year cycle for recreation planning, the city has
updated the Plan for the 2008-2013 period.
As noted, residents of the greater Cadillac community heavily utilize recreation facilities and
programs offered in the city of Cadillac. For purposes of this Plan, the greater Cadillac
community is referred to as the Cadillac Area and includes the geographic areas described as
Cadillac plus the surrounding townships of Haring Charter Township, Clam Lake Township,
Cherry Grove Township and Selma Township. This Plan does not attempt to serve as the official
Recreation Plan of the surrounding townships. However, select infonnation for the townships is
provided to help demonstrate the potential level of demand placed on city and school facilities by
residents from these neighboring communities.
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CITY OF CADILLAC AND COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
RECREATION PROGRAM GOALS
It is the sincere desire of all parties involved in the preparation of the Plan, working on behalf of
the city of Cadillac, Cadillac Area Public Schools, and community at large, to provide activities
of value, both educational and recreational, for every resident or group of individuals in the
Cadillac Area. The measure of success of this undertaking greatly depends upon the cooperation
between the city and public schools, as well as the surrounding townships and the county of
Wexford. The foundation to act and achieve the aims of this understanding rests in well-thought
out and concise planning, which is the basis of this document.
The Community Recreation Plan includes a number of objectives, which all subsequent
recreation planning and facility development must consider. While these objectives are
primarily concerned with the development of new recreational assets, they also provide direction
for facility management and modernization. These objectives are:
• Strengthening participation and cooperation between the Cadillac Area Public School
District, the city of Cadillac, surrounding townships, and Wexford County to provide for
a more efficient allocation of services and an improved quality of life for the community.
• As necessary, implement major upgrades to existing recreational facilities in order to
meet the needs of residents and those who enjoy these public conveniences.
• Create new facilities to address the interests of our younger and senior generations and
those with special needs.
• Maintain an on-going evaluation of current and proposed recreation facilities with regard
to barrier-free accessibility.
In preparing this Plan it has been recognized that the city and
schools have a long-standing history of accomplishing its
recreation projects (Figure I). This level of success is a
testament to the community's commitment to recreation.
Figure 1.
Noteworthy recreation facilities
realized through the city of Cadillac
and
Community
Schools
Recreation Program:
~ Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion
~ Kenwood Park Boat Launch
~ Lakefront Development Project
~ CASA All-Sports Park
~ Clam River Greenway
~ Chris Blackburn Memorial Skate
Park
The community has enjoyed
considerable success in securing
various state grants for recreational
facilities, as well as raising a
remarkable amount of local funds.
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As noted by the objectives, the Community Recreation Plan calls for a strengthening of
participation and cooperation between the Cadillac Area Public School District, the city of
Cadillac, surrounding townships, and Wexford County to provide for a more efficient
allocation of services and an improved quality of life for the community. To reach fruition it
is recommended additional emphasis be placed on the preparation of a Cadillac Area
Regional Recreation Plan or Regional Recreation Strategy specifically targeting the needs
and opportunities of the Cadillac Urban Area comprised of Cherry Grove Township, Clam
Lake Township, Haring Charter Township, Selma Township, CAPS, and the city of Cadillac.
This effort should also include representation by Wexford County.
The planning and
development of recreational facilities and programs on a regional basis offers a potential to:
• Improve the coordination of recreational services.
• Reduce the unnecessary duplication of facilities and programs.
• Allocate the sharing of facility and program costs on an equitable basis.
• Help assure that the recreational needs of all population sectors are met.
• Improve the planning, location, and development of tourism oriented recreation facilities.
• Improve opportunities for the receipt of state, federal, and other funding assistance.
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SECTION I
COMMUNITY PROFILE
INTRODUCTION
The demographic detail provided by prior recreation plans has generally been limited to the city.
Recognizing that Cadillac's recreational facilities, as well as those of the public schools, are
often utilized by residents outside the city's political limits this Plan expands that information by
periodically conveying population statistics for Cadillac combined with neighboring Cherry
Grove, Clam Lake, Haring, and Selma Townships. As noted earlier, the combined information is
listed under the title of "Cadillac Area" and is provided for reference purposes only. The
information is useful as one examines the potential demand for local facilities and services.
POPULATION
The greatest resource of any community is its people. The varied backgrounds, attitudes and
skills of local residents help define Cadillac's demographic and social characteristics.
Table 1 provides a breakdown of population numbers for the 2000 Census year and 2005 growth
estimates. Based on the 2005 estimates, approximately 63% of the county's population is
concentrated in the Cadillac Area. Between the years 2000 and 2005, approximately 41 % of the
county's estimated population growth occurred in the city of Cadillac and surrounding
townships. The relatively high concentration of people in the Cadillac Area is anticipated to
continue over the ensuing years.
Table 1.
Community
Cadillac City
Cherry Grove Township
Clam Lake Township
Haring Township
Selma Township
Total Cadillac Area
Wexford County
Source: U.S. Census
POPULATION
2005 Population
2000 Population
Estimate
10,000
10,167
2,328
2,418
2,238
2,329
2,962
3,086
1,915
2,010
19,443
30,484
20,010
31,876
Percent Change
1.7%
3.9%
4.1%
4.2%
5.0%
2.9%
4.6%
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION BY AGE
Table 2 provides detail on the distribution of population by age group. The information covers
the city of Cadillac and the Cadillac Area. For purposes of analysis, the age categories have
been assigned life style groupings ranging from pre-school to retirement years. With limited
exception the distribution of city residents is quite similar to that of the larger Cadillac Area.
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Table 2.
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION By AGE
CITY OF CADILLAC
CADILLAC AREA
Age
Number
0/0 Population
Number
0/0 Population
672
6.7%
1,219
6.3%
1,489
14.9%
2,878
14.8%
766
7.7%
1,503
7.7%
661
6.6%
993
5.1%
2,785
27.9
5,415
27.8%
1,959
19.5
4,544
23.4%
Under 5 years
(Pre-School)
5 to 14 years
(Elem/Jr.High)
15 to 19 years
(High School)
20 to 24 years
(Post H.S./College)
25 to 44 years
(Family Fonning)
45 to 64 years
(Empty Nester)
65 years +
2,891
14.9%
1,668
16.7
(Retirement)
10,000
100%
19,443
Total Population
100%
Source: 2000 U.S. Census. The lIfestyle groupmgs (Le. Pre-School, Elem/Jr.HIgh, etc.) are provIded for general
reference purposes. They are not from the Census.
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION BY GENDER
Table 3 provides detail on the distribution of population by gender. The information covers the
city of Cadillac and the Cadillac Area. As noted, females slightly outnun1ber males in both the
city and overall area.
Table 3.
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION BY GENDER
CITY OF CADILLAC
CADILLAC AREA
Gender
Number
Percent
Number
Percent
Male
4,774
48%
9,488
49%
Female
5,226
52%
9,955
51%
Total
10,000
100%
19,443
100%
Source: 2000 U.S. Census
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION BY RACE
Table 4 offers a breakdown of the distribution of population by race for the city and Cadillac
Area. According to the U.S. Census, residents within both geographic sectors are predominately
White (96.50/0 and 97.3% respectively). The second largest ethnic group is that of Hispanic and
Latinos representing approximately 1% of the city's total population and 0.90/0 of the Cadillac
Area.
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Table 4
POPULATION DISTRIBUTION BY RACE
CITY OF CADILLAC
Race
Number
CADILLAC AREA
Percent
Number
Percent
97.3%
White
9,655
96.5%
18,914
Black
21
0.2%
37
0.2%
American Indian and Alaska Native
92
0.9%
136
0.7%
Asian
63
0.6%
108
0.5%
Hispanic and Latino
118
1.0%
174
0.9%
Other
51
0.5%
74
0.4%
Total
10,000
100%
19,443
100%
DISTRIBUTION OF POPULATION WITH UNIQUE NEEDS
The following information, derived from the U.S. Census, looks at the state of the disability
demographic in the city and local area. People who have a "disability" status are those who
experience physical, mental, or emotional conditions or limitations that affect their ability to
perform major life activities. In 2000, roughly 190/0 of the U.S. population was characterized as
having SOUle fonn of disability. The occurance of disabilities among the local population is
consistent with national averages.
Disability rates differ between age and gender, and there are also significant differences between
the types of disabilities afflicting particular demographics of the local populace. The following
tables (Tables 5 through 7) provide detail on the level of disability by age groupings and type.
Table 5 provides detail on the number of persons with disabilities for select age groupings. As
noted, approximatley 180/0 of the city's population ages 5 to 64 years experience a disability.
The number increases slightly to 20% for the Cadillac Area as a whole.
Table 5.
PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY
Ages 5-64
Community
Cadillac City
Cadillac Area
Age 5-20
218
361
21-64
1,150
1,998
Ages 5-64
1,368
2,360
Percent of 5-64 Pop.
18%
20%
Table 6 offers information similar to that of Table 5 for persons 65 years of age and older. One
quickly observes that the residents of the senior age category are more likely to experience a
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disability than those of the prior groups in which younger residents were included. The
information helps demonstrate the need to ensure that recreational services programmed for older
residents recognizes the high potential for seniors to exhibit health issues that may impact their
ability to participate in certain leisure activities.
Table 6.
Community
Cadillac City
Cadillac Area
Source: 2000 U.S. Census.
PERSONS WITH A DISABILITY
AGES 65+
Ages 65+
657
1,207
Percent of 65+ Population
39%
42%
Using information secured from the U.S. Census, Table 7 provides a detailed breakdown of
residents challenged by a physical or mental disability. The most prevalent type of disability in
the city and Cadillac Area for the 5 year to 64 year age range is categorized as physical, followed
by mental, sensory, and self-care disabilities respectively. Physical disabilities also predominate
the 65+ age category, followed by sensory, mental, and self-care disabilities respectively.
Some individuals experience multiple disabilities, especially those in the 65+ age category. It is
noted the city has a slightly higher concentration of residents experiencing disabilities as
compared to the Cadillac Area as a whole. This is likely int1uenced by the fact that a majority of
the elderly housing developments and many of the local dependent care facilities housing senior
residents are located in the city.
Table 7.
PERSONS EXPERIENCING A DISABILITY By TYPE OF DISABILITY (SEE NOTE)
Percent of 5-64
Percent of 65+
Ages 5-64
Age 65+
Disability by Community
Population
Population
Cadillac City
290
3.8%
269
Sensory
18.0%
7.7%
470
Physical
575
31.5%
446
Mental
5.9%
209
14.0%
2.2%
Self-care
160
168
11.3%
Cadillac Area
443
2.9%
Sensory
513
17.7%
983
6.4%
897
Physical
31.0%
Mental
753
4.9%
366
12.7%
2.1%
321
Self-care
310
10.7%
Note: Adding categories will not yield the total number of individuals with a disability. Some individuals
experience multiple disabilities. These people are counted per each category of disability. Multiple
disabilities are most prominent in the 65+ demographic.
City of Cadillac and the Cadiflac Area Public Schools
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PUBLIC SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
Table 8 provides detail on school enrollment for the Cadillac Area Public Schools. Since the
1980-1981 school year the level of enrollment has fluctuated ranging from a low of 3,190
students during the 1983-1984 school year to a high of 3,876 students during the 1996 to 1997
period. Every year since the 1996 to 1997 peak enrollments have declined with the 2005 to 2006
school year at 3,314 students. The decline results from a nunlber of factors common to many
school districts throughout the state and nation. These include, for example, decreases in family
size, delays in marriage resulting in fewer children, delays in the formation of families by
younger working professionals resulting in fewer children, increased competition for students by
non-public schools, and increases in the number of home-schooled students.
Table 8.
PUBLIC SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
CADILLAC, MI
SCHOOL YEAR
NUMBER
PERCENT CHANGE
1980-1981
3,556
N.A.
1990-1991
3,502
2000-2001
3,514
0.3%
2005-2006
3,314
(5.7%)
(1.5 %
)
Source: Michigan Department of Education
HOUSEHOLDS AND HOUSING
A "household" is defined as a person or group of people who occupy a housing unit. A
"householder" is a person in whose name the housing unit is owned, bought, or rented. A
"family household" consists of a householder and one or more people living together in the same
household who are related to the householder by birth, marriage, or adoption. A "non-family
household" consists of a person living alone or a householder who shares the home with non
relatives only.
In 2000 the city of Cadillac possessed 4,118 households, representing approxin1ately 54% of the
total households in the Cadillac Area (Table 9). As detailed by Table 10, 63% of Cadillac's
households are family households and 370/0 are non-family. This compares to 69% and 31%
respectively for the Cadillac Area. Table 11 provides additional infonnation for the Cadillac
Area pursuant to households by type.
Table 9.
Community
Cadillac City
Cadillac Area
HOUSEHOLDS
Households
4,118
7,677
Percent
54%
100%
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Table 10.
Community
Cadillac City
Cadillac Area
FAMILY AND NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS
Non-Family Households
Family Households
1,540 (37%)
2,578 (63%)
2,355 (31 %)
5,322 (69%)
Table 11
HOUSEHOLDS BY TYPE
CADILLAC AREA
Household Type
Family Households with Children Under 18 Years
Female Householder, No Husband Present with Children
Under 18 Years
Householder Living Alone
Householder 65+ Years and Over
2,547
Percent of Total
Households
33%
559
7%
1,984
838
26%
11%
Number
Table 12 provides a breakdown of housing tenure for occupied housing units. Sixty-two percent
of Cadillac's occupied housing units are owner occupied whereas 38% are renter occupied.
These percentages change rather significantly for the Cadillac Area with the owner to renter rates
at 76% to 24% respectively. The vast majority of apartments and other forms of rental housing
are located in the city resulting in the smaller spread between owner and renter occupied housing
units.
Table 12.
HOUSING TENURE OCCUPIED UNITS
Community
Owner Occupied
2,662 (62%)
Cadillac City
Cadillac Area
5,822 (76%)
Renter Occupied
1,456 (38%)
1,855 (24%)
ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS
EMPLOYMENT
The Cadillac Area is a regional urban center functioning as the primary location for employment
and business opportunities for Wexford County and the surrounding regional area. Estimates by
the U.S. Census Bureau indicate the city's daily population increases by 70+0/0 due to the influx
of people commuting to the city for employment purposes. Table 13 provides a breakdown of
employment by occupational category.
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Table 13.
OCCUPATIONS
Occupational Category
Management, Professional, and Related
Service
Sales and Office
Fanning, Fishing and Forestry
Construction, Extraction, and Maintenance
Manufacturing and Other
Cadillac
1,110
819
1,052
14
244
1,250
Cadillac Area
2,582
1,435
2,186
29
590
3,614
INCOME
Recreational endeavors requIrIng large monetary investments may be out of the reach of
individuals and families with limited incomes. As such, recreational facilities and programs
provided by the city and schools become extremely important.
Table 14 provides income detail for the city and Cadillac Area. As noted, per capita, household,
and family income levels in the city are below those of the Cadillac Area as a whole. The
number of families in the city experiencing poverty is greater.
Families and persons are classified as below poverty if their total family income or umelated
individual income was less than the poverty threshold specified by the Census for the applicable
family size, age of householder, and number of related children under 18 present. For example,
during the 2000 Census year the poverty income level for a family of four was approximately
$17,000.
For comparative purposes, the table includes income data for Wexford County as a whole.
Based on the information, over 44 % of the families in the county experiencing poverty level
incomes are located in Cadillac. This number increases to 56% when considering the Cadillac
Area, even though income levels for the Cadillac Area are greater.
Table 14.
INCOME
Median
Per Capita
Median Family Poverty Status
Household
Community
Families/%
Income
Income
(See Note)
Income
$16,801
$36,825
$29,899
279110.9%
Cadillac City
$18,432
$36,470
$42,226
362/6.8%
Cadillac Area
$17,144
$35,363
Wexford County
$39,915
64117.7%
Note: Reflects number of poverty level families and percent of families in poverty as a percent of total
families.
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SECTION II
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
INTRODUCTION
The provision of leisure time opportunities, especially outdoor activities, is strongly influenced
by a community's physical character. Factors such as topography, vegetation and wildlife, soils,
water resources, and climate help dictate the range of potential recreational opportunities.
TOPOGRAPHY
Land in Cadillac varies in elevation. East of Mitchell Street (US-131 Business Route),
elevations approach 1,400 feet. Sin1ilar elevations are found to the south, near Maple Hill
Cemetery. In contrast, the majority of land west of Mitchell Street is relatively low in elevation,
not much greater than that of Lake Cadillac at 1,289 feet with only modest topographical
differences throughout.
These elevation differences generally create a sense of pleasant change within the city, resulting
in a variety of aesthetic views and development opportunities. The current city of Cadillac
topography map is included in this document as Appendix A.
WATER, FISH AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES
The city's predominate natural feature is Lake Cadillac, a freshwater inland lake slightly over
1,200 acres in area with 34,960 lineal feet of shoreline. Over one-third of the shoreline frontage
is in public ownership comprised of lands owned by the city, Michigan Department of Natural
Resources, and the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Lake Cadillac provides a variety of recreational opportunities
fishing, and waterfowl viewing. Primary fish species include
crappie, and sunfish. Common waterfowl species include
Waterfowl hunting is not pennitted on the lake, or elsewhere
occasionally observed around the lake.
including boating, swimming,
bass, Northern pike, walleye,
mallards and Canada geese.
in the city. Bald eagles are
Lake Cadillac empties into the Clam River near the northeast corner of the lake. The Clam River
is classified as a coldwater trout stream. A small dam positioned on the river near Chestnut
Street helps regulate the level of the lake. The office of the Wexford County Drain
Commissioner controls the dam and associated water levels. The Clam River flows through the
northeast sector of the city between Lake Cadillac and the 13 th Street/Plett Road Intersection.
At its western end, Lake Cadillac is connected to nearby Lake Mitchell via a channelized
waterway approximately 1,500 feet in length. The channel passes under State Trunkline M-115
and is navigable by small watercraft. Collectively, Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell possess
approximately 3,700 acres of surface area. Roughly 1,760 lineal feet of Lake Mitchell shoreline
is located in the city. The remaining shoreline frontage is contained in the city's neighboring
townships. Mitchell State Park, a very popular Michigan State Park with over 200 camping sites
and related amenities, is situated between the two lakes.
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In 2005 Lake Cadillac experienced a heavy infestation of Eurasian watennilfoil, an invasive
aquatic plant species. Based on field surveys completed during 2005, the plant had invaded
approximately 300 acres of surface area making full recreational use of the lake difficult. The
origin of the plant is unknown but was likely introduced via plant fragments originating from
wastercraft brought into the lake following their use in infected lake systems. Milfoil is known
to spread though plant fragmentation. Plant fragments are capable of quickly rooting in shallow
lake areas. In 2006 an aggressive management program cOITlbining biological and chemical
treatments was employed to help curb the incidence of the milfoil. The program, funded through
a special assessment applied to private shoreline property owners and the city of Cadillac, proved
very effective. The current milfoil treatment program is scheduled to continue through the 2008
seasonal period. Annual treatment costs are estimated at $109,000 per year.
Animals found in the city are fairly typical of that of the greater regional area although generally
less abundant due to the city's urban character. The city is host to a variety of birds attracted to
the numerous feeders found in residential areas throughout the city, upland game species,
waterfowl, small game species, common insects and rodents, and aquatic wildlife. As with
animals, native plants found in the city are common to the regional area. Except for the
occasional presence of the bald eagle, there are no knO\VIl federally listed threatened or
endangered species found in the city.
SOILS
Although a large majority of the city's original soils have been modified by development, twelve
basic soils classifications may be identified. For ease of analysis, these have been grouped
according to natural drainage ability (class). The soil groups include:
• Poorly Drained Soils - soils having a capacity for extended water retention. Such soils
are often associated with wetland areas.
• Well-Drained Soils - soils in which water is removed readily, but not rapidly. Water is in
the soil a sufficient time for plant use throughout the growing season. Soils are medium
textured.
• Excessively Drained Soils - soils in which water is removed very rapidly. Soils are
course in texture and tend to be sandy in type.
Generally, poorly drained soils are not conducive to construction activity or septic systems.
They often require modification prior to use. In certain instances, poorly drained soils such as
those associated with a wetland may not be used for developmental purposes due to State or
Federal regulation.
Most of the city's geographic area is comprised of well drained and excessively drained soils
conducive to most forms of building activity, including the construction of basements and the
installation of on-site septic systems in the absence of municipal sanitary sewers.
The city possesses several areas of poorly drained soils. These are generally located in close
proximity to Lake's Cadillac and Mitchell and to various low-lying areas. Wetland soils are
found in the city's extreme western and northwestern sectors and south of Lake Cadillac. Poorly
drained soils often restrict development but are very important, especially those associated with
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wetlands. Wetlands serve as natural detention areas helping to control area-wide flooding.
Wetlands serve as natural environmental filters removing sediments and contaminants before
entering the ground water or large water bodies such as Lake Cadillac. Wetlands also provide
important wildlife habitat.
A Cadillac soils map is included under Appendix A.
VEGETATION
Similar to soils, much of the city's natural vegetation has been modified over time as a result of
development activity. However, mature varieties of oaks, maples and evergreens are common
throughout the city's residential sectors.
Trees are afforded special recognition within the city. They are considered an important
environmental resource and critical to a quality community character. All trees located in public
rights-of-way are inventoried for type and condition. Diseased and dead trees are quickly
replaced with healthy specimens to ensure the ongoing presence of quality stock. This effort has
gained Cadillac the distinction as a "Tree City U.S.A." by the National Arbor Day Foundation.
CLIMATE
Cadillac has a humid, continental, climate considered typical of the Upper Midwest lake states.
Spring is slightly delayed and fall is extended due to the moderating effect of the prevailing
southwesterly winds off Lake Michigan. Table 15 provides detail on monthly and annual
average temperatures and precipitation levels. The average annual snowfall for the city is 71
inches. The climate must be considered when defining year-round recreation opportunities.
Prevailing winds, frequent and often rapid weather changes, extreme seasonal temperature
variations, reasonable uniform annual distribution of precipitation and four distinct seasons
characterize the climate in Cadillac.
Table 15.
AVERAGE TEMPERATURES AND PRECIPITATION
CITY OF CADILLAC
Month
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Average High OF
25
28
38
52
66
74
79
76
68
55
42
30
53
Average Low OF
9
8
17
29
40
49
54
52
44
35
26
16
32
Average Precipitation
In Inches
1.87 1.37 2.05 2.67 2.85 2.99 3.12 3.81 3.99 3.16 2.70 1.98 32.56
Source: Weatherbase.com
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
The city is very cognizant of the importance of protecting the environment as evidenced by the
following programs:
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Cadillac operates a groundwater treatment facility which is cleaning contaminated
groundwater located in the Cadillac Industrial Park. This facility is expected to operate
through the year 2025.
The city has a hazardous household waste collection program, funded in part by the
MDEQ, which is designed to reduce the number of hazardous contaminates entering into
landfills.
The city has prepared a Storm Water Management Plan to be used as a guide in the
management of storm water. Based on the recommendations of the plan, the city
anticipates amending its Storm Water Management Ordinance governing the design of
on-site storm water detention/retention facilities for larger residential, commercial, and
industrial developments.
The city employs an "Environmentally Friendly" fertilization program for city owned
land, including shoreline properties on Lake Cadillac.
The city is helping facilitate a long-term management strategy for the protection of Lake
Cadillac.
The city is working with the Lake Mitchell Association pursuant to the development and
implementation of management strategies leading to the long-term health and
preservation of Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell.
On behalf of the Lake Cadillac Association, the city is administering the Lake Cadillac
Milfoil Treatment Special Assessment Program.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation facilities and services are an integral part of the economic, social and physical
fabric of the Cadillac area. The location of the city at the apex of three major highways is a
critical element in its economic development, since Cadillac is easily accessible for commercial,
industrial and tourism-related purposes.
Streets and Highways - Cadillac is located along u.S. 131, a north/south freeway linking the
city to Grand Rapids and the Midwest. The freeway experiences average daily traffic (ADT)
volumes of approximately 6,000+ vehicles. The business route of u.S. 131, locally known as
Mitchell Street, traverses the heart of the city running through the core downtown. Average
daily traffic volumes on Mitchell are approximately 19,000 vehicles making it one of the busiest
roadways in the area. The u.S. 131 freeway and Mitchell Street fall under the jurisdiction of the
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Mitchell Street is programmed for major
updates (in stages) during the 2009 through 2012 period. Planned improvements include
modifications to the downtown segment of Mitchell making it more pedestrian friendly and
aesthetically attractive. Improvements include curb bump-outs at major intersections, enhanced
crosswalk markings, gateway treatment, new lighting, and landscaping.
M-115 and M-55 are the additional two state trunklines that serve the area. They are primarily
two-lane improved roads classified as regional arterials. M-115 links Cadillac with u.S. 127 and
U.S. 10 on the southeast and M-37 and U.S. 31 on the northwest. M-55 runs in a west to east
direction linking Cadillac with U.S. 31 on the west and U.S. 127,1-75, and U.S. 23 on the east.
In 2005, M-115 experienced an ADT of 10,300 vehicles between the North Boulevard and M-55
intersections. For M-55, the ADT was 8,400 vehicles to the west of the City and 8,700 to the
east. The shared M-55 and M-115 segment inside the City limits had an ADT of 10,000
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vehicles. During peak tourism periods U.S. 131, Mitchell Street, M-115, and M-55 commonly
experience traffic volumes two to three times normal daily averages.
In addition to the major roadways, a highly developed series of local, collector, and arterial
streets traverse the city. All of the city's recreation facilities are served by improved streets. A
map of the city's street network is attached as Appendix B.
Rail Service - Two railroad companies serve the area. The Tuscola & Saginaw Bay Railway
Company links the communities of Midland, Mount Pleasant, and Clare with the Cadillac area
and points north. The Michigan Interstate Railroad Company, operated by the Tuscola &
Saginaw Bay Railway Company, runs from Cadillac to Yuma. These railways primarily serve
the needs of local industries. Periodically, pleasure trips are scheduled allowing passengers to
enjoy a railroad experience while viewing the countryside. These trips normally occur during
the fall season.
Air Service - The Wexford County Airport, operated by the Wexford County Airport Board
Authority, is located in the northern part of the city, south of Boon Road and west of Mitchell
Street. The airport is open to the public and serves general aviation needs, the commercial needs
of local businesses and industries, and provides pilot training. The airport maintains a 5,000 foot
improved runway and a 2,000 foot turf runway. The airport does not possess regularly scheduled
passenger servIce.
Public Transit - The Wexford County Transit Authority (WCTA) operates an on-call public
transit system providing door-to-door service throughout the county and portions of nearby
Missaukee County. The WCTA also provides contract transit services for special events. Due to
its door-to-door service and handicapped equipped vehicles, the WCTA is able to readily assist
the transportation needs of residents with physical challenges.
LAND USE PATTERNS
Table 16 provides a land use breakdown for the city of Cadillac. As noted, much of the city is
developed.
A broad range of development types consistent with mature urban areas
characterizes existing land uses. These include parkland, a range of residential and commercial
types, and a mix of light and general industrial development. Unique for the city is the presence
of Lake Cadillac. Lake Cadillac, a 1,200+ acre freshwater inland lake, is fully located within the
City's geographic boundaries. A land use map is found under Appendix B.
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Table 16
EXISTING LAND USE
CITY OF CADILLAC
Acreage
1,030
153
351
355
1,165
1,080
1,216
5,350
Land Use
Residential (Single and Multiple Family)
Commercial
Industrial
Public/Semi-Public (1)
Right-of-Way (2)
Vacant
Lake Cadillac
Total
Note:
1) Government facilities, schools, parks, churches, etc.
2) Streets and railroad property.
Source: Cadillac Master Plan - 2002
Percent of Total Acreage (Rounded)
19%
3%
7%
7%
22%
20%
23%
ZONING
Cadillac is a zoned city. Due to the city's developed character, the various zone districts
generally reflect existing land use patterns. The Zoning Ordinance is regularly updated as the
need warrants. The current zoning map (Appendix B) indicates that approximately 8% of the city
is zoned for parks and open space. Much of that land is strategically located in residential
neighborhoods and along the Lake Cadillac shoreline.
Comprehensive Recreation Plan, 2008·2013
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SECTION III
COMMUNITY ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE
Section III provides an overview of the administrative structure for the planning, funding, and
administration of recreational services.
CURRENT FUNDING SOURCES
Recreational funding may occur through a variety of programs and sources such as:
•
MNRTF - Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MDNR) Grant Program
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CMI - Clean Michigan Initiative (MDNR) Grant Program
•
TEA21 - Transportation Equity Act of the 21 st Century (MDOT) Grant Program
•
Local- General fund budget, cash donations, local service club and foundation donations
and grants, special fund raising events, and miscellaneous grass roots fundraising.
ANNUAL AND PROJECTED BUDGETS FOR
MAINTENANCE AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
PARKS
AND
RECREATION
OPERATIONS,
The 2005-2006 city of Cadillac general fund budget for parks and recreation operations,
maintenance and capital improvements totaled $206,200. The budget for 2006-2007 is set at
$372,400, an increase of $166,000 due primarily to the costs of completing the Clam River
Greenway project and constructing a new bridge along the Keith McKellop walkway. In
general, the city anticipates steady growth in its park and recreation budget, as well as additional
periodic capital improvement expenditures as detailed in the city of Cadillac 2008-2013 Capital
In1provement Program.
ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE
Two elected boards, the Cadillac Area Public Schools Board of Education (CAPS) and the
Cadillac City Council share expenditures and oversee broad-based policy and programming
decisions regarding recreation. In turn, directives by the Board and Council are assigned to the
School Superintendent and the Cadillac City Manager respectively. As noted in the following
paragraph, the Superintendent and Manager rely on support staff to assist in the administration of
program activities.
Basic recreation programming is planned and managed by the Community Schools Progran1
Director. The Director is an employee of the Cadillac Area Public Schools, but a significant
portion of the program funds he oversees are contributed by the city of Cadillac. Serving as a
liaison between the Comn1unity Schools Program Director and the city of Cadillac is the Cadillac
City Manager. City staff such as the Director of Public Works assists the City Manager. The
City Manager and staff are responsible for coordinating administration of the city's involvement
in providing community recreation, including preparation of updates of the Community
Recreation Plan and grant writing for recreation projects.
Additionally, various local
organizations are employed for gathering and assessing information about community recreation
needs.
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Figure 2 is an organizational chart depicting the chain of responsibility for the planning and
programming of recreational projects.
Figure 2
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
RECREATIONAL PROGRAMMING
CADILLAC, MI
Cadillac
Public
Works
Director
Cadillac
City
Council
CAPS School
Board
Cadillac
City
Manager
CAPS
Superintendent
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Community
Schools
Program
Director
Cadillac
Recreation
Advisory
Board
ROLES OF CADILLAC RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
On of the most important local bodies for providing input on recreational matters is the Cadillac
Recreation Advisory Board composed of persons representing various recreation-focused
organizations approved via city/school agreement. 1 The individuals representing these
organizations are appointed independently by their respective participating group. Each
Advisory Board member enjoys the opportunity to seek input about programming and facilities
fronl the general public and organizations they represent.
The Advisory Board collectively gathers input and makes recommendations on established and
proposed programming and facilities to the Community Program Director. The Director in tum
acts upon the advice of the Advisory board. Figure 3 provides a listing of Advisory Board
agencies.
1 The City of Cadillac has an agreement with Cadillac Area Public Schools to provide recreation programming to
City residents. A copy of this agreement can be found in Appendix C.
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Figure 3
CADILLAC RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD*
CADILLAC, MI
CADILLAC AREA SPORTS
ASSOCIATION (CASA)
ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE
CADILLAC AREA COUNCIL FOR
THE ARTS
CADILLAC SENIOR CITIZENS
CENTER
ADULT VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
CADILLAC AREA
UNITED WAY
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE
CASAIWISE
LAKEFRONT DEVELOPMENT
*NOTE: THESE AGENCIES ARE LISTED IN THE 2001 CITY/CAAPS AGREEMENT. THE CASNWISE AND
LAKEFRONT DEVELOPMENT AGENCIES HAVE SINCE DISBANDED OR MERGED WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS.
PARKS AND RECREATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Title III, Chapter 31, of the Cadillac City Code of Ordinances, governs the use of city parks.
Chapter 31 provides regulatory standards for such factors as park hours, permitted uses, control
of commercial operations, fireworks, alcoholic beverages, open fires, ice fishing structures, and
dockage.
Access to the city parks is not regulated with regard to resident versus non-resident use. The
parks are free and open for use by all individuals and groups, regardless of place of origin, race,
religion, gender, age, or disability status.
All recreation facilities and programs offered through the city of Cadillac/Community Schools
Agreement are open to all participants, including people residing outside the Cadillac Area. The
opportunity for non-area residents and visitors to use local facilities and services does result in
increases to administrative and maintenance costs due to the additional use and wear and tear on
facilities. However, it has been a longstanding policy of the city and schools to provide an "open
door" approach to the provision of recreational opportunities. Given increased programming
costs, combined with declining state and federal revenue, in the future it may be necessary to
review past practices.
Where required, user fees charged for programs typically range from $15 to $35. An additional
$5 per program is charged to non-city residents and another $5 if the person is also an out-of
school district resident. This cost differential is designed to help create partial equity between
those who pay property taxes to support the city of Cadillac/Community Schools programs and
those that do not.
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SECTION IV
DESCRIPTION OF THE PLANNING PROCESS
Staffs from the Community Schools Program and the city of Cadillac oversee the Recreation
Plan development process. The course of action followed includes collaboration with different
committees, groups, and agencies to solicit input and feedback regarding past as well as future
recreation initiatives. It is also noted that prior to the start of 2008-2013 update, the Cadillac
News featured an article on the Recreation Plan. The article provided specific detail on how
residents and others could provide input into the planning process. The article generated
significant positive feedback from a number of residents who provided suggestions used in the
development of this Plan.
Following preparation of a draft plan, the document is:
Submitted to the Cadillac Recreation Advisory Board (CRAB) for review.
Step One:
Following CRAB review, a public meeting is held to solicit input
Step Two:
regarding the plan. The Planning Board hearing called for in Step Three
may suffice as the public meeting.
Step Three: The draft plan is submitted to the Cadillac Planning Board for review and
recommendation. This step includes an advertised public hearing for
receipt of public comment. Changes to the draft plan may occur as the
result of public input obtained from this step.
The draft plan is submitted to the CAPS Board for review and approval. If
Step Four:
necessary, revisions are made.
The plan is subject to a thirty (30) day public comment period.
Step Five:
Step Six:
The draft plan is forwarded to the Cadillac City Council for public hearing
purposes and Council review and approval.
Step Seven: Following City Council approval, the approved plan is forwarded to the
Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR).
Step Eight:
Copies of the approved plan are forwarded to various public agencies and
repositories. These include the Wexford County Planning Commission,
City Library, Cadillac City Clerk, public school library, and local officials
charged with the oversight of public recreation programs and facilities.
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SECTION V
RECREATION FACILITIES
STANDARDS AND FACILITY INVENTORY
A planning tool commonly used to assess recreation needs is a suggested community standard
for recreational facility development. Standards, such as those developed by the National Parks
and Recreation Association, can be a useful guide in determining what recreational opportunities
may be absent or inadequate within a community. Recreational standards are often based on
averages per population as estimated from and compared with various communities from across
the country.
The use of standards as a tool for measuring recreational needs must be applied with some
caution, especially when the standards are not supported by other criteria for assessing a
community's recreation needs, such as a community surveyor local input. Standards often lack
an appreciation for the differences that exist between communities. For example, standards
might suggest that a community of a particular size possess a certain number of playgrounds.
However, perhaps that community has existing playgrounds that are unused and, based on local
demographics, are likely to remain underutilized over the foreseeable future. For example, the
community might be characterized by a high percentage of individuals of retirement age that
would not require the devotion of so many acres for playgrounds.
Although standards are not absolutes, they do offer some guidance on what may be an
appropriate number or size for a certain recreational facility. For Cadillac, the use of facility
standards in cOlnbination with the results of the past community assessments, the input of local
citizens, agency recommendations, and other information can suggest how the City compares
with other communities and whether there might be a greater or lesser demand for certain
facilities.
Considering its size, Cadillac offers a good supply of recreational opportunities. As noted by
Table 17, the City maintains more facilities than recommended by national standards, the reasons
for which vary from facility to facility. In addition to use by regional residents, Cadillac is a
tourist destination experiencing large increases in the visitor population during seasonal periods.
Many people visiting the area take advantage of public recreation facilities. The large portion of
public parkland, particularly the Kenwood Park area in an around Lake Cadillac, is a product of
the City's historic natural setting. But many facilities, such as the Skate Park, Greenway, and the
Lakefront Park, owe it to the initiative of a very active and supportive community, which is
determined to improve areas of neglect or deficiencies in the area's recreation opportunities.
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Table 17
Public Recreation Facility Analysis - 2007
Facility
Standard
(1)
Requirement
City
Facilities
NA
Other Public
Facilities
Surplus
(Deficiency)
Archery Range
1/50,000
1
1
0
Baseball Fields
1/5,000
2
5
NA
3
Basketball Courts
1/5,000
2
NA
10
8
Beach Area
NA
2
0
1
3
4
8+ Miles
92 Miles
Bicycle Trail
1 Mile/2,600
96 Miles
Boat Launch
1/10 Shoreline Miles
0
2
1
3
Eighteen Hole Golf Course
1/50,000
0
0
0
0
Football Field
1/20,000
0
0
1
1
Golf Driving Range
1/50,000
0
0
0
0
Ice Skating Rink (Hockey)
1/100,000
0
1
0
1
Jogging (Running) Trail
1/20,000
0
1
1
2
Picnic Facilities/Shelter (2)
1/2,000
5
4
1
0
Multiple Recreation Court
1/10,000
1
0
1
0
4
Soccer Fields
1/10,000
1
0
3
1/5,000
Softball Fields
2
0
3
1
Swimming Pools
1/20,000
0
0
0
0
1/2,000
Tennis Courts
5
12
0
7
Trails
IlRegion
1
2
1
2
(1) MDNR - Guidelines for the Development of Community Park, Open Space, and Greenway Plans.
(2) Picnic facilities are located at numerous locations in the City including the Lakefront Park, City Park, Kenwood
Beach, Kenwood Park, and Mitchell State Park.
FACILITY INVENTORY
The following is an inventory of Cadillac area public recreation facilities. In parenthesis are the
The type and
coordinating map numbers for the facility location map found in Appendix H.
size (in acres) of each facility is also identified, along with ownership. This later information is
summarized in Appendix H.
PUBLIC PROPERTIES
School Playgrounds (#1 - #7)
Forty (40) acres, owned by CAPS
Neighborhood Park
These school playgrounds are well situated in the residential comers of the city. Their amenities
are those traditionally found on playgrounds, including soccer fields, baseball fields, basketball
courts, jungle gyms, slides and swing-sets. In the summer, the playgrounds are used for summer
day camps.
Kenwood Beach (#8)
Ten (10) acres, owned by the city of Cadillac
Community Park
Facilities at this beach include a playscape for children, bathhouse and lifeguard station, and a 9
hole Frisbee gold course. The park is open for swinuning, with certified lifeguards on duty
Monday-Sunday starting at 10:00 A.M. The beach is normally open between early June and the
end of August.
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Kenwood Park and Boat Launch (#9 & #10)
Seventy-eight (78) acres, owned by the city of Cadillac
Community Park
Located next to the Kenwood Beach is the Kenwood Park Boat Launch. The launch includes a
cement pad large enough to accommodate two boats being launched simultaneously into Lake
Cadillac. Adjacent to the boat launch is a parking area for vehicles and trailers. The boat launch
was updated in 2003.
Surrounding the boat launch and beach is Kenwood Park. The Park contains playground
equipment, sheltered picnic tables and grills, restrooms, a volleyball court, an informational
kiosk, and an I8-hole disc golf course.
Baseball Fields (#11 - #15)
Six (6) acres, owned by the city of Cadillac
Sport Facility
The city owns five baseball fields, three that serve the area youth league and two that serve the
adult league and eighth grade through high school groups. One field has lighting.
Softball Fields (#16 - #18)
Four (4) acres, owned by the city of Cadillac
Sport Facility
The city owns three softball fields for adult use. One field has lighting.
Tennis Courts (#19 - #20)
Two (2) acres, owned by CAPS and the city of Cadillac
Sport Facility
There are two separate tennis facilities in Cadillac. One is owned by CAPS and the other by the
city. The fIrst is located next to the high school, on Haynes Street, and has eight courts. The
second is positioned behind the summit of Diggins Hills and has four courts. The high school
location has windscreens. Neither site has lighting.
Cadillac Senior Citizen Center (#21)
Two (2) acres, own by the city of Cadillac
Sport Facility
The city owns a former Naval Reserve facility, which now houses the Cadillac Senior Center.
The Center is open weekdays on a year round basis. A part-time director manages the Center.
MontWy events at the Center include a range of activities such as flexible exercise, aerobics,
aquatic exercise, bingo, pool, ping-pong, dance, crafts, bowling, bridge club, luncheons, kitchen
band rehearsal, potluck and games, trips, blood pressure checks, educational classes, and
swimming.
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Lakefront Park Area (#23)
Two (2) acres, owned by the city of Cadillac
Community Park
The Lakefront Park has been transformed over the past decade from an overgrown, underutilized
public liability to the crown jewel of the Cadillac community. To date, the development includes
a performing arts pavilion with spectator seating and sound system, a dock with room for eight
boats, two public restrooms, and an assortment of playground equipment. The park also includes
an irrigation system, picnic tables, benches, a concrete boat launch and parking lot, educational
kiosk, and the lighted one-mile long Keith McKellop Walkway. The park and walkway are fully
landscaped.
City Park (#24)
Two (2) acres, owned by the city of Cadillac
Community Park
City Park, located across from the Lakefront Park, has picnic tables, benches, lights, trees and a
history Shay locomotive on permanent display. The Kris Eggle Memorial Fountain serves as the
centerpiece of the park.
Magic Squares (#26 - #29)
Two (2) acres, owned by CAPS
Sport Facility
There are four "magic squares" located throughout the city. These squares have four basketball
courts and the ability to be used as two tennis courts per square, designed for play by children.
Lake Cadillac Bike Path (#31)
Seven and one-half (7lh) mile-long paved path, owned by the city of Cadillac
Trailway
The bike path is prin1arily an extra-wide (8 feet) road shoulder along the roadways surrounding
Lake Cadillac, though there is a portion that is a wholly separate pathway (near Kenwood Park
(#9)). The City Parks Department sweeps the shoulder at a minimum of twice per year for
wheeled activities. In the winter the Streets Department plows the shoulder. The 7lh-mile path
is ideal for in-line skating, running, biking, hiking and skateboarding.
Diggins Hill (#33)
Fourteen (14) acres, owned by the city of Cadillac
Neighborhood Park
Adjacent to McKinley Elementary School, Diggins Hill is an approximate fourteen-acre site
possessing a relatively steep natural elevation grade change. The site once contained a city
operated ski slope with a rope tow. Diggins Hill has four (4) tennis courts.
Football Field and Track (#34)
Eight (8) acres, owned by CAPS
Sport Facility
Situated on the Cadillac High School campus is a full-size football field with grandstand and
press box. It is officially named the Veteran's Memorial Stadium. The field is surrounded by a
400 meter (!;4-mile) rubberized track, which is marked for standard distances.
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Mini-Park
Whittier Park (#35)
Three quarter (3.4) acre, owned by CAPS
The park is located on Cadillac's east side, at the comer of Second Avenue and Fifth Street. The
park is host to a soccer field, basketball court, swings, slides and monkey bars.
Trailway
Rails-to-TraiislWhite Pine Trail (#43)
One (1) mile long paved path, owned by the State of Michigan
This is a linear trail State Park 92 miles in length, running from Cadillac to Comstock Park, near
the city of Grand Rapids. The trail surface is primarily natural ballast and hard packed gravel,
though certain portions feature improved surfaces. The final mile, located inside the city of
Cadillac, is paved.
The Chris Blackburn Memorial Skate Park (#58)
One half (0.5) acre, owned by the city of Cadillac
Sport Facility
The Skate Park is an outdoor in-line skate and skateboard arena dedicated to the memory of 15
year-old Cadillac resident Chris Blackburn. The first phase was completed in 2005. In August
of 2007 the second phase was completed with the addition of skate park equipment. Plans for
Phase III are in the works and will be added as private donations and/or grants are received. The
facility is 18,000 ft2 in size, and contains a half-pipe, grind rails, and fun box. The park is
heavily used.
Clam River Greenway (#59)
One and sixth-tenth (1.6) long paved pathway, owned by the city of Cadillac
Trailway
The Greenway is now in its final stage of construction and will be completed in 2008. The 10
feet wide pathway is pedestrian and bicyclist friendly. The pathway cuts through the urban core
of Cadillac, following the Clam River from its headwaters at Lake Cadillac to the CASA All
Sports Facility (#30). It provides barrier-free access and is used by walkers, runners, bicyclers,
and in-line skaters.
Kenwood Park Disc Golf Course (#62)
Sport Facility
The 18-hole disc golf course is located in Kenwood Park (#9). It enjoys frequent use and
recently received new disc golf hole targets.
Lakefront Park Walkway Bridge Reserve (#63)
Short bridge over the Clam River, owned by the city of Cadillac
Trailway
In 2007 a new steel bridge allowing pedestrian movement over the Clam River replaced an older,
dilapidated, wooden bridge. The bridge is part of the Keith McKellop Walkway.
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RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE CITY BOUNDARIES
Camp Torenta (#22)
Three hundred (300) acres owned by CAPS
Sport Facility
Camp Torenta is a rustic camp located on Lake Mitchell. The camp runs weekly throughout the
summer for boys and girls age eight through fourteen. Campers participate in arts and crafts,
archery, canoeing, fishing, campfires, swimming and camping. There is also a basketball court
and a new bouldering wall. The camp has cabin facilities that can house up to 92 children and
has a cookhouse that can seat up to 86 children. The campground includes a number of small
hiking trails and natural areas.
The 2007 Chamber of Commerce Leadership Group constructed a new cabin at the camp during
the 2007 season. Costs for the cabin were borne by the Leadership Group through fund raising
events, private donations, and volunteer help.
CASA All-Sports Park Facility (#30)
Fifty (50) acres, owned by CAPS
Sport Facility
The CASA All-Sports Park is composed of five regulation-size soccer fields and one youth
soccer field. There are also two regulation-size baseball fields and three softball fields that can
be used as regulation high school fields. The complex includes parking lots, lighting, an
irrigation system, and a concession building with restrooms and storage space. CASA programs
are user-fee supported, with assistance from the Cadillac Community Schools for field
nlaintenance and organizational support.
Wexford Ice Skating Arena (#32)
Owned by the County of Wexford
Sport Facility
Locally referred to as the "Wex", the Wexford County Civic Center, located in Haring Charter
Township, is the site of a regulation-size skating rink and auditorium. Added in 1998, the rink
supports hockey and skating for children and adults by providing equipment and organized
league play. Equipped with bleachers, the arena is available for basketball, tennis and other
activities. The arena is also used for specialty events.
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BARRIER-FREE COMPLIANCE STATUS AND UNMET NEEDS
The Cadillac area has a relatively high proportion of residents with physical challenges. The city
is committed to providing barrier-free recreational opportunities to these citizens and continues
to design and construct all new facilities with barrier-free access.
The following Acts are listed in the Community Recreation Plan Guideline IC 1924 (Rev
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Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS)
The American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (Act 220 of 1976), as amended 1990.
The city is aware of the guidelines that are required by barrier free laws and regulations, and
further recognizes the recent Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines, which
offers improvements to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and
Architectural Barriers Act of 1968. While there are some older facilities that do not meet full
compliance with these laws, corrections are made as facilities are updated and/or improved.
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SECTION VI
ACTION PROGRAM
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT LIST
The planning and execution of facilities and programs identified in the Plan represents a
significant challenge. This section of the Plan is the culmination of a comprehensive planning
effort that included an analysis of the physical and demographic attributes of the community; an
inventory and evaluation of existing parks and recreation facilities; completion of a needs
assessment taking into consideration nationally accepted recreation standards and the specialized
needs of the Cadillac Community; and, the receipt and careful review of public comments
regarding recreational needs and desires. The information and recommendations contained in the
Plan have been analyzed and reviewed by the Cadillac Recreation Advisory Board, city of
Cadillac staff, the Community Schools Director, the Cadillac Public School Board, and the
Cadillac City Council, and the public at large.
Based on the above, the following details specific actions and projects proposed for additional
review and analysis andJor implementation during the 2008 through 2013 planning period (see
Appendix H for locations).
ACTION PROGRAM - CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT LIST
Understanding the importance of recreation to all residents, this project calls for barrier-free
improvements to existing older facilities and recognition that new projects will meet barrier-free
standards. To accomplish this task, the city proposes an updated inventory of existing parks and
recreation systems to identify the level of need, estimated redevelopment costs, timing of
improvements, and funding sources.
Lake Cadillac Milfoil Management Program (A)
Lake Cadillac is considered one of the area's most important natural features and recreational
assets. As noted previously in the Plan, the lake is experiencing an infestation of an invasive
aquatic plant known as Eurasian watermilfoiL In 2005, the plant impacted approximately 300
acres of surface water area making full recreational use of the lake difficult. The Milfoil
Management Program is designed to control the invasive plant through a comprehensive
treatment effort involving biological and chemical treatment procedures.
The initial
Management Program was started during the 2006 season and runs through 2008. The treatment
program has been included as a capital project due to its importance to the recreational use of
Lake Cadillac.
Clam River Greenway - Phase III (B)
This project is known as Phase III of the Clam River Greenway. Phase III represents a 0.5 mile
segment of pathway between Haynes and River Streets traversing a heavily wooded area of the
city previously inaccessible to the public. The project includes two sections of boardwalks
totaling 502 linear feet. The sidewalk and boardwalk sections will measure 10 feet in width.
Upon completion, it will close the gap between Phases I and II of the greenway to create a 1.6
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mile long pedestrian walkway from Chestnut Street on the south to the CASA All-Sports Park on
the north.
Lakefront Park Walkway Bridge Gazebo (C)
The Lakefront Park Walkway Bridge was installed in 2007. The new bridge is approximately
100 feet in length and 7 feet wide. The bridge design allows for the addition of a center gazebo
to be constructed as funds become available.
Cadillac Carnegie Library Restoration Projects (D)
Designated as both a state registered historic site and national registry historic site, the Cadillac
Carnegie Library (Historic Museum) is a pivotal hub connecting the downtown retail district
with the residential Courthouse Hill Historic District. Constructed in 1906 with the joint support
of an Andrew Carnegie grant and the Cadillac Literary Society, the library currently functions as
an educational facility managed by the Wexford County Historical Society. The Historical
Society provides historical museum tours, historically based comn1unity activities, and artistic
and cultural offerings for all ages. The Carnegie Library is a tremendous asset representing
Cadillac's rich historical past, present, and future.
The plan identifies two restoration proj ects considered important to the building's historic
integrity and structural stability. These are the copper dome roof restoration replacement project
and replacement of the original slate roof. The cost of the copper dome replacement project is
estimated at $205,000. The replacement cost of the slate roof is estimated at $200,000.
Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell Educational Initiative (E)
This project reflects a unique opportunity for the greater Cadillac area in which recreational and
educational activities are combined to foster an improved awareness and knowledge of the
importance and benefits of the Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell ecosystems. Anticipated activities
include: 1) the preparation of a combined Lake Management Strategy detailing the needs and
opportunities associated with the environmental management of the two lakes, the recreational
opportunities associated with the lakes, and long term development and management strategies;
2) the preparation of educational/interpretive literature regarding lake management programs and
strategies for broad distribution to residents, guests of Mitchell State Park, and other tourists and
lake users such as participants in the various weekly fishing tournaments; and, 3) the preparation
of a PowerPoint program, or similar program, focusing on the Lake Management Strategy for
use in presentations to area agencies, schools, civic groups, governmental groups, and others.
Tennis Courts (F) (H)
There are currently twelve tennis courts available to Cadillac residents and the surrounding area.
Eight are located at the high school and four next to McKinley Elementary at a location referred
to as Diggins Hill. The courts at Diggins Hill are in need of replacement. The competition for
tennis court space can become intense at times, since the twelve courts must serve a large
population of players associated with school programs, private lessons, league play, and general
use by local and regional residents. The plan calls for four new tennis courts at the Senior High
School and at Diggins Hill the removal of the existing courts to be replaced with four new
asphalt courts.
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Community Swimming Pool - As a component of the proposed YMCA (G)
The desire to construct an indoor swimming pool continues to remain high among area residents.
Prior recreation surveys and public feedback have shown that over 95% of respondents rank an
indoor pool as an important recreation component. The addition of an indoor pool would serve
every demographic group in the city. In addition to basic swimming lessons and the pleasure of
enjoying the pool during periods of inclement weather, the facility could offer programs to
address exercise and weight management training, strength training, mobility challenges, and
related needs.
The Recreation Plan recognizes the existence of a strong funding raising effort ongoing in the
Cadillac area for the development of a YMCA. If constructed, it is proposed the facility will
house a 6-lane regulation pool along with a full size gymnasium, fitness center, aerobics and
multi-purpose room, community meeting room, teen center, locker rooms, whirlpool, and
administrative areas. Development costs are estimated at approximately $5.5 million. The
YMCA will be located on a 6.3 acre site located next to Baker College in Haring Charter
Township. The Plan supports the efforts of the YMCA.
Pickleball Courts (H)
This project calls for 2 pickleball courts. Pickleball is sometimes referred to as a mini-temlis
game. Pickleball is played by 2 or 4 people on a badminton-sized court using wood paddle
racquets and a plastic poly whiffleball. Pickleball can be played on a hard surface and is ideal
for small spaces. Pickleball has become increasingly popular in the United States in physical
education classes, park and recreation centers, and fitness centers. For purposes of programming
pickleball as a new recreational activity within the city, the Diggins Hill area has been identified
as a potential location for pickleball courts. However, this does not override the possibility of
placing the courts at an alternative location should it be determined more practicable or feasible
to do so.
Kenwood Heritage Park Enhancements (I)
This project calls for enhancements to the highly popular Kenwood Heritage Park.
Inlprovements include the construction of interpretive trails, paving of the parking area, and
interpretive and directional signage.
Lakefront Park (J)
This project calls for paving of the parking lot and the addition of playground equipment to the
highly popular Lakefront Park, including barrier-free playground facilities.
The Chris Blackburn Memorial Skate Park Improvements (K)
During weekends and other peak periods, the amount of existing play equipment is insufficient
to meet demand. This project calls for additional skate park equipment to meet increased user
demand.
North Boulevard Realignment (L)
This represents a major project calling for the northerly realignment of North Boulevard between
approximately Kenwood Park and M-115, a distance of roughly 3,500 to 4,000 feet. The
purpose of the realignment is to increase the amount of useable park land along the north shore
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of Lake Cadillac. Currently, use of the lake along this section of North Boulevard is difficult and
inefficient due to the close proximity of the heavily traveled street to the shoreline. This project
recognizes the need and importance of carefully assessing the impacts of a realignment effort to
ensure that the integrity and protection of existing environmental resources are not compromised.
Wayfinding Sign Program for Non-Motorized Bike Routes (M)
In order to improve wayfinding and public safety for those new to the existing system of non
motorized pathways surrounding Lake Cadillac, the Clam River Greenway, and the White Pine
Trail a series of wayfinding signs are proposed. The signs will direct people to pathway
locations, nearby recreational amenities, and other items of interest.
u.S. 131 Bypass Multi-Use Greenway (N)
Snowmobiling is an extremely popular winter trail sport in the Cadillac area; however,
snowmobile use is restricted in the city to Lake Cadillac and certain limited approved routes.
Other trail sports such as biking, in-line skating, and walking are also growing in popularity.
Together, these needs continue to inspire plans for the future development of a V.S. 131 Bypass
Multiple-Vse Greenway that would circle the city of Cadillac limits. It is estimated
approximately one mile of the greenway would be located in the city.
Diggins Hill Regional Park (H)
The Recreation Plan calls for a comprehensive assessment of Diggins Hill for potential
development as a Regional Park facility. The project includes three sequential steps beginning
with a combined needs assessment and funding strategy. If Step 1 proves successful, Steps 2 and
3 will be programmed for implementation. These are the preparation of a park master plan and
future site development. The steps are summarized as follows:
1)
Needs Assessment and Funding Strategy - The first step calls for a review of the need
and public desire to develop a multi-use regional park at the Diggins Hill site for
purposes of housing a range of seasonal recreational activities in a planned setting. It has
been suggested the site may be suitable for activities such as tennis, pickleball,
picnicking, disc golf, hiking/cross country ski trails, ice rink, and snowboarding/sledding.
The Needs Assessment is to be accomparued by a Funding Strategy component to
determine the feasibility of adequately funding the park pursuant to its development and
ongoing maintenance.
A Needs Assessment and Funding Strategy are important in determining the demand and
potential success of a regional park. The information gained will be used to identify the
appropriate mix of facilities and the ability/capacity of the city and/or other parties to
successfully operate and maintain a regional park system in the years ahead.
2)
Park Master Plan - Pending the outcome of Step 1, Step 2 will be initiated. Step 2 is the
preparation of a Park Master Plan to serve as a comprehensive guide to the site's overall
physical development.
Comprehensive RecreatiDn Plan, 2008-2013
City Df Cadillac and the Cadillac Area Public SchDDls
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3)
Park Development - Following completion of Step 2, Step 3 will be initiated. Step 3
represents the actual development of Diggins Hill based on the Park Master Plan and
available funding. Step 3 may be completed in phases coincident with available funding.
This project calls for the planning, design, funding, and construction of a new Senior Center
equipped to meet the long term programming needs of the area's growing senior population. The
project also involves locating and securing a site for the new Center. It is envisioned the new
center will offer space and facilities providing seniors with programs and resources on matters of
health, fitness, nutrition, education, and social needs.
This project calls for the planning, design, funding, and construction of a Cultural Arts Center
serving Wexford County and nearby outlying areas. The project also involves locating and
securing a site for the new Center. It is envisioned the proposed center will house a local
museum; art gallery; theater/auditorium; gardens; dance facilities; lecture hall; meeting rooms
for artistic groups; and, related facilities. The Center will be used for cultural presentations, art
and cultural enrichment classes, and related programs.
FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT LIST
Following is a Five Year Capital Improvement List for the projects proposed during the five-year
life of the plan. If available, cost estimates are provided. As detailed in the table notes, proj ect
funding may be derived from various sources including, but not necessarily limited to, general
fund dollars earmarked -for recreation activities; local, state and federal grants; and special
donations/gifts received from the general public, area businesses and industries, and local civic
organizations.
Each of the listed proj ects is important. The order of listing does not reflect priority of
importance or sequence of implementation. Project implementation is based on a combination of
factors including, but not necessarily limited to, availability of funding for project development
and maintenance and identified need. Projects not completed during the five year plan cycle may
be carried-over to future planning periods.
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Table 19
Capital Improvement List
2008 -2013
Comprehensive Recreation Plan
Cadillac, MI
Acquisition/lmprovement
Cost Estimate
To Be Determined
$405,000
Cadillac Carnegie Library Restoration Projects
To Be Determined
$60,000
Chris Blackburn Memorial Skate Park Expansion
$412,264
Clam River Greenway Phase III
To Be Determined
Diggins Hill Regional Park: Step 1 - Needs Study
$5,000
$17,000
Diggins Hill Regional Park: Step 2 - Park Master Plan
Diggins Hill Regional Park: Step 3 - Site Development
To Be Determined
$85,000
Diggins Hill Tennis Courts
$50,000
Kenwood Heritage Improvements
$30,000
Lake Cadillac Lakefront Park Improvements
$25,000
Lake Cadillac Lakefront Park Walkway Bridge Gazebo
Lake Cadillac Milfoil Management Program - 2008
$109,000
Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell Educational Initiative
$100,000
North Boulevard Realignment
To Be Determined
Pickleball Courts
$18,000
$80,000
Tennis Courts - High School
U.S. 131 Bypass Multi-Use Greenway
To Be Determined
Wayfmding Sign Program
$25,000
YMCA Swimming Pool
To Be Determined
NOTES
1) Project costs are general estimates based on year 2007 pricing information.
2) Project funding may be derived from various sources including, but not necessarily limited to,
general fund dollars earmarked for recreation activities; local, state and federal grants; and special
donations/gifts received from the general public, area businesses and industries, and local civic
organizations.
3) All recreation projects have been identified as important to the Cadillac area. The timing for the
implementation of projects is based on a combination of factors including, but not necessarily limited
to, availability of funding for project development and maintenance and identified need.
4) Projects not completed within the 5 year timeframe may be carried over as the plan is updated.
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APPENDICES
Topographic and Soils Maps
Existing Land Use, Zoning, and Transportation Maps
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AN AGREEMENT TO ESTABLISH A SYSTEM OF PUBLIC RECREATION
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WITNESS THIS AGREEMENT, made by and between the City of
Cadillac, hereinafter referred to as City, and the Cadillac Area Public School
District, her~inafter referred to as School,
WHEREAS, the City has in the past conducted a recreational program
through its Board of Recreation, Which program was abandoned in 1971 and the
Ordinance establishing the program has been rescinded; and
WHEREAS, there exists a serious need for a new recreation program in
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NOW, THEREFORE, a Community-School Recreation Program is hereby
established witt'lin the Cadillac Area Public School District, which program shall
be under the direct supervision and control of the School and shall be operated in
cooperation with and in conjunction with the City.
1. The School shall appoint and compensate, through its Board of
Education, a Director of Community-School Programs. It shall be the
duty of the Director to administer and operate a recreation program
within the School District. The Director shall have the responsibility of
hiring personnel and shall have the duty and responsibility to do all
things necessary to conduct and maintain the recreational program.
The Community-School Program is committed to hiring the appropriate
number of staff needed to run and maintain a quality recreation
program. The Director shall be directly responsible to the School's
Board of Education and shall serve as its pleasure.
2. To promote, encourage, sponsor and aid in the development of a
recreational system, there is hereby established a Recreation Advisory
Board (hereinafter referred to as Board) to act in an advisory capacity
with relation hereto.
(a) Such Board shall consist of nine (9) members, each appointed
by one of the following groups:
CASA
Adult Basketball League
Senior Citizen Center
Arts Council
Lakefront Development
Adult Volleyball League
United Way
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Student Representative
(b) The term of office shall be for two (2) years except for the
student nominee, whose term shall be one (1) year; the student
nominee will be nominated by the Senior High School and
appointed by the Community-Schools Advisory Board.
(c) The following organizations shall be represented on the Board
as an ex-officio member:
1: City of Cadillac
2. Cadillac Area Public Schools
3. County of Wexford
(d) The Superintendent of the School and the City Manager of the
City shall act as ex-officio members of the Board.
(e) Upon appointment, the Board shall hold an organizational
meeting, elect its officers and adopt by-laws for the conduct of
its business.
(f) The members of the Board shall serve without compensation,
except actual and necessary expenses approved by the School.
(g) It shall be the duty of the Director, subject to approval by the
Board, to prepare an annual budget of funds requested for the
operation of the recreation program during each year, and the
budget shall be submitted to the City each year. The annual
. appropriations to be made by the City and School shall be solely
within their discretion.
(h) The Board shall have the power and authority to receive gifts,
bequests of either real or personal property, or any donations
for the use of recreation, provided that the same shall be
deposited in the Recreation Fund hereinafter created, and that
all earnings from fees, charges, or gifts shall likewise be
deposited in said Recreation Fund.
3) There is hereby created a Recreation Fund under the control and
custody of the School and there shall be deposited therein all funds,
fees, charges, money in the hands of or allocated to recreation. Such
fund to be established and maintained by annual appropriation of the
City, School, voluntary donations, gifts, bequests, and entire revenue
derived from the operation of the recreational system. All costs and
expenses of the recreation program shall be paid for out of such fund.
4) The Community-School Recreation Program established herein shall
take effect January 1, 2002.
5) It is declared to be the policy and intent in adopting this program to
follow, as closely as possible, the attached plan and structure, as
heretofore submitted by the Cadillac Area Recreation Study
Committee.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the authorized officers pursuant to action
of the governing bodies of the City and School have executed this
Agreement on the 10thh day of December, 2001, as to the City, and on
the 10th day of December, 2001, as to the School.
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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING MINUTES
February 11,2008 7:00 P.M.
Call to Order The meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Board President
Craig Weidner. The meeting was held at Central Office, 421 S. Mitchell Street, Cadillac, MI49601.
Roll Call Present: Board Members Gary Rexford, Mike Stebbins, Judy Coffey, and Craig Weidner. Absent:
Steve Anderson, Roger Hopkins and Eric Baker. Also present: Paul Liabenow, Superintendent and Patrick
Briggs II., Assistant Superintendent.
Acknowledgement
The Board was asked to acknowledge the perseverance and success of the individuals committed to acquiring
the first Safe Routes to School Grant provided by the Michigan Department of Transportation. The committee
melnbers include: Dawn Ewald, Steve McIntyre, Jerry Adams, Rick Liptak, Diane Dykstra, Sue Baker, Dean
Sandell, Deb Jennings, Kevin Hughes, Pete Stalker, Pat Briggs, Jim Hunt and Scott Hanson.
Acknowledgement
The Board was asked to acknowledge all the Cadillac Area Public Schools principals. This group of dedicated
educators deserves recognition for their commitment to the education of all CAPS students.
Superintendent's Reports
Presentation of the MSRP Participating Resolution - Joy Beth Hicks presented the Michigan School Readiness
Program Participating Resolution.
City of Cadillac and Community Schools Comprehensive Recreation Plan - Ken Gorlewski presented the City
of Cadillac and Community Schools Comprehensive Recreation Plan for the years 2008-2013. Ken distributed
booklets to the Board of Education members.
Community Comments
Action Items from Previous Discussion
Participating Resolution for the Michigan School Readiness Program (MSRP)
Motion by Member Coffey, seconded by Member Rexford, to approve the Participating Resolution for the
Michigan School Readiness Program.
Motion Carried. Yeas: Four (4) Coffey, Rexford, Stebbins and Weidner. Nays: None.
City of Cadillac and Community Schools Comprehensive Recreation Plan
Motion by Member Rexford, seconded by Member Coffey, to approve the City of Cadillac and Community
Schools Program Comprehensive Recreation Plan for the years 2008-2013.
Employment
Motion by Member Coffey, seconded by Member Rexford, to approve the hiring of Bruce Loper as the JV Girls
Tennis coach.
1\1oti0I1 Carried. Yeas: Four (4) Coffey, Rexford, Stebbins and Weidner. Na.vs: None.
ResignationslRetirements
Motion by Member Coffey, seconded by Member Rexford, to accept the resignations/retirenlents from Beverly
Gullekson and Donna Sayer.
Motion Carried. Yeas: Four (4)
C(~ffey.
Re.r/ord. Stebbins and Weidner. Nays: None.
Board Minutes from .January 14 and 21, 2008
Motion by Member Stebbins, seconded by Member Rexford, to approve the minutes from the Board of
Education meetings held on January 14 and 21, 2008.
Motion Carried. Yeas~' Four (4) Coffey, Rexford, Stebbins and Weidner. Nays: None.
Bills for January 2008
Motion by Member Rexford, seconded by Member Coffey, to
approve bills in the amount of $1,341,901.84 from the General Fund;
approve bills in the amount of $7,143.09 from the Community Schools Fund; and
approve bills in the amount of $599.80 fonn the Camp Torenta Fund.
Closed Session for Labor Negotiations
Motion by Member Coffey, seconded by Member Rexford, to meet in closed session to discuss labor
negotiations.
Return to Board of Education Meeting
Motion by Member Coffey, seconded by MeInber Rexford, to return to the regularly scheduled Board of
Education meeting.
Adjournment
Motion by Member Stebbins, seconded by Member Rexford, to adjourn the regular meeting at 8:09 p.m.
Minutes taken by Patrick H. Briggs II
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Board of Education
RESOLUTION
Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Cadillac City Council held in the Council
Chambers, Cadillac Municipal Complex, 200 Lake Street, Cadillac, Michigan, on
February 18,2008 at 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Councilpersons Spoelman, Dyer, Stevens, Dean, Mayor Barnett
ABSENT: Councilpersons _N_o_n_e
_
The following Resolution was offered by Councilperson Dyer and supported by
Councilperson Dean.
WHEREAS,
Master planning is the process of strategically analyzing the factors that
influence the growth and development of the City of Cadillac and creating
a descriptive vision of where the city wants to be over the next five or
more years, and;
WHEREAS,
Master planning helps foster orderly change in a deliberate and
responsible manner, and;
WHEREAS,
Cadillac has a long history of master planning and has demonstrated a
strong willingness to implement the visions outlined by past plans, and;
WHEREAS,
Pursuant to Michigan law, master plans must be updated on a five year
basis, and accordingly, the Cadillac Planning Board will soon undertake
an update of the city's current Master Plan adopted in 2002, and;
WHEREAS,
In 2001, Act 285 was amended by Michigan Public Act 265 which
provides that approval of a city master plan shall continue to be the
responsibility of the city planning commission unless the city council, by
resolution, has asserted the right to approve or rej ect the plan, now
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to the provisions of the City and Village
Coordinated Planning Act, Michigan Public Act 265 of 2001, the Cadillac
City Council hereby resolves to execute the adoption of the Cadillac
Master Plan following receipt of a recommendation from the City
Planning Board.
AYES:
Spoelman, Dyer, Stevens, Dean, Mayor Barnett
NAYS:
None
RESOLUTUION DECLARED ADOPTED
e E. Nelson, City Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of a Resolution
adopted at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Cadillac, Wexford
County, Michigan, held on the 18 th day of February, 2008, and that public notice of said
meeting was given as required by Public Act 276 of the Public Acts of 1976, including in
the case of a special or rescheduled meeting notice by publication or posting at least
twelve (12) hours prior to the time set for the meeting.
Jan' e E. Nelson, City Clerk
CadI ac Municipal Complex
200 N. Lake St.
Cadillac, Michigan 49601
Telephone No.: (231) 775-0181
CADiLLAt:
1ViI.CHIGAN
PUBLIC HEARING
COMPREHENSIVE RECREAnON PLAN DRAFT
CADILLAC PLANNING BOARD
CADILLAC, MI
The Cadillac Planning Board will conduct a public hearing for the receipt of comment on the
draft of the City's Comprehensive Recreation Plan covering the 2008 through 2013 period. The
plan represents an update of the Recreation Plan expiring in 2007. The Recreation Plan
identifies program goals; includes a basic community profile and description of the city's
physical character; outlines the administrative structure for the provision of recreational services;
describes the planning process used to prepare the plan; includes an inventory of recreational
facilities and needs; and, identifies future recreation projects.
The public hearing will be
conducted during the regular January 28, 2008 meeting of the Planning Board. The meeting
begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Cadillac Administrative Offices, 200 N. Lake
Street, Cadillac, MI 49601. A copy of the draft plan is on file for public review at the above
location during regular business hours. Questions or written comments regarding the plan should
be directed to Jerry Adams, Community Development Coordinator, 200 North Lake Street,
Cadillac, MI 49601. Telephone: 231/775-0181, Extension 101. E-mail: planning@cadillac
mi.net. The City of Cadillac complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If auxiliary
aids or services are required at a public meeting for individuals with disabilities, please contact
Jan Nelson, City Clerk, 200 North Lake Street, Cadillac, MI 49601, (231) 775-0181, at least
three (3) business days prior to any such meeting.
CXI5iLLAt:
1V1ICHIGAN
CADILLAC PLANNING BOARD MINUTES
JANUARY 28, 2008
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Chainnan Putvin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and welcomed Mayor Barnett and John
Smith. He noted that Mr. Smith is a perspective Board member attending the meeting tonight as
an observer.
ROLLCALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Barnett, Champlin, Fent, Schichtel, and Putvin
Gregg and Peterson
Adams
1.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AND BOARD MINUTES
Chainnan Putvin called for Board comment or correction on the December 18, 2007
meeting minutes and the January 28, 2008 meeting agenda. Motion by Schichtel,
supported by Fent, to approve the December 18, 2007 minutes and the January 28, 2008
agenda as printed. Unanimous approval on a roll call vote.
2.
COMPREHENSIVE RECREATION PLAN. 2008-2013 - PUBLIC HEARING
Chainnan Putvin introduced this public hearing item. He noted the instrument before the
Board represents a revision of a similar document approved by the Board several months
earlier. The plan represents identified recreation programs that may be pursued over the
next five years. The plan is being revised due to the fact that one of the required review
agencies was overlooked as the plan was working its way through the approval process.
He referred the matter to Adams for additional comment.
Adams presented a brief PowerPoint overview of the Recreation Plan summarizing the
following plan elements:
a)
Purpose of the plan.
b)
Basic elements or chapters contained in the plan. He stated that under the
community profile section the plan includes demographic infonnation on both the
city and neighboring townships. The township infonnation was included due to
the fact that many of the city's recreational facilities enjoy use by people beyond
that of city residents. He also noted that since the plan is used by the public
school as a recreational resource and since the school district boundaries extend
beyond that of the city it was considered relevant to include data on outlying
residents likely to use city and school facilities.
c)
Administrative process for handling recreational programs.
Planning Board Minutes 1128/08
d)
e)
±)
g)
h)
i)
j)
Planning process for preparing and adopting the plan.
An inventory of recreational facilities and use of standards to help determine if an
oversupply or undersupply of certain facilities exists.
Action program identifying the planned programs over the five year plan period.
The agencies responsible for plan review and approval and the sequence of that
review.
The purpose of the Recreation Advisory Board and the agencies included on the
Board. Adams noted that several of the agencies have either disbanded or merged
with other organizations. He stated that it may be time for the city and schools to
review and possibly am.end their agreement governing the Board.
Adams elaborated on the Recreation Advisory Board noting that after the prior
plan draft was nearing the final approval stage the city was informed by CAPS
that due to an oversight several of the Board's agencies had not been afforded
opportunity to review the plan. Therefore, Adams stated the review process was
restarted in order to provide all parties an opportunity to examine the plan based
on the required approval sequence. Adams stated the Board's meetings were
administered by CAPS, three meetings were held, all parties were given
opportunity to add projects, and that the Board formally approved the draft plan
under consideration by the Planning Board. He noted projects included by the
Board were the restoration of the Carnegie Library, construction of a new senior
center, and construction of a cultural arts center. He stated that locations and
costs of the new centers had not been determined.
Adams summarized each of the projects contained in the plan including the
barrier-free accessibility program, milfoil management program, Clam River
Greenway, walkway bridge gazebo, Carnegie Library restoration, Lakes Cadillac
and Mitchell educational program, tennis courts at the high school and Diggins
Hill, community swimming pool programmed for the new YMCA, pickleball
courts, Kenwood Heritage Park improvements, Lakefront Park improvements,
Chris Blackburn Skate Park equipment, North Boulevard road realignment,
wayfinding program for the city park and pathways, US-I3I bypass greenway,
Diggins Hill Regional Park project and associated project phases, senior center,
and the cultural arts center. Adams noted the Diggins Hill Fundraising
Committee has obtained over $26,000 in grants towards the tennis courts. He
stated that a recent donation of $300 had arrived from a family now living in
Alaska. He stated that two families have donated $5,000 each. Adams stated the
swimming pool project is not a city or school project. However, due to the desire
by residents to have a public indoor pool constructed in the area the plan supports
the YMCA project. Adams noted the North Boulevard project will require
environmental review before proceeding. This is referenced in the plan.
Chairman Putvin opened the public speaking portion of the hearing asking for public
comment on the plan. There being none, Chairman Putvin closed the public speaking
portion of the hearing and called for Board comment or questions.
Putvin noted that under the Table of Contents Camp Torenta is referenced as page 26. It
should read page 27.
Planning Board Minutes 1/28/08
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Barnett stated several people had voiced concern to him about the potential impacts of the
North Boulevard Realignment project and that it may be a difficult project to bring about.
Adams stated he has discussed this matter with Robert Stuber of the Forest Service and
representatives of the MDNR explaining the city is very aware of the need and
importance of performing proper environmental reviews before the project is initiated.
He reminded the Board the project resulted from a recommendation by an MDNR
Commissioner and that it has been supported in the past by the Planning Board.
Schichtel stated the south side of the city appears to be lacking in city parks even though
it has a rather high concentration of residents. He stated that it may be wise to meet with
south side residents to determine if they desire the future development of parks. Adams
stated the upcoming master plan process should accomplish Schichtel' s idea. As a part of
master plan update, Adams stated the city hopes to conduct a series of neighborhood
meetings for purposes of· obtaining ideas from residents on neighborhood and citywide
issues and opportunities. Adams also noted that several of the recent apartment
developments have incorporated playground equipment for the benefit of their residents.
Schichtel inquired as to the possibility of adding recreational facilities owned by local
churches to the list of identified and mapped facilities. He stated that many local
churches, such as his, would most likely be very willing to open up their facilities for
greater public use. Fent noted the plan focuses on public recreational facilities and that
churches are private in nature. He stated that while it would be very considerate of
churches to allow public use of their facilities that is a private matter for each one to
individually determine and promote.
Putvin inquired of any additional input by the Cadillac Footliters regarding their new
building. Adams stated that no one from the Footliters has approached CAPS or the city
for inclusion in the plan even though they were included as one of the Advisory Board
review agencies. Barnett stated that the addition of a cultural arts center to the plan was
broad enough in scope to suffice for the needs of the Footliters.
There being no additional comments, motion by Fent, supported by Champlin, to approve
the following resolution recommending adoption of the 2008-2013 Comprehensive
Recreation Plan. Unanimous approval on a roll call vote.
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING ADOPTION
2008-2013 COMPREHENSIVE RECREATION PLAN
CITY OF CADILLAC
CADILLAC, MI
JANUARY 28, 2008
WHEREAS, the Cadillac Planning Board is charged with the study and analysis of the
demographic, physical, and cultural resources of the City for purposes of developing long range
plans to guide the City's future growth and development; and,
3
WHEREAS, recreational facilities and programs are an integral part of the City's long range
planning effort; and,
WHEREAS, the Cadillac Planning Board has reviewed the Comprehensive Recreation Plan and
has determined that said plan sets forth a program to develop and maintain the recreational
facilities of the City in order to meet the needs and goals of residents and guests; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Board held an advertised public hearing on January 28,2008 to afford
residents and guests an opportunity to comment on the draft plan and other recreational issues
and needs as desired; and,
WHEREAS, the PlaIming Board has carefully considered the comments of said residents and
guests in the deliberation of this matter; and,
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Planning Board to include, by reference, the Comprehensive
Recreation
Plan
as
a
component
of
the
City
Master
Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Cadillac Planning Board hereby forwards the
Comprehensive Recreation Plan (2008-2013) draft to the Cadillac City Council with the
recommendation that said plan be adopted as the City's official recreation plan for the 2008
through 2013 period.
3.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
On a roll call vote the following officers were unanimously elected for the year 2008,
John Putvin, Chairperson, and Kevin Fent, Vice Chairperson.
4.
OTHER ITEMS AND COMMENTS
a)
Adams stated that the Adult Care Facility previously approved by the Board to be
located off Sunnyside Drive has submitted a revised building fa«ade (wall
elevation) plan incorporating a combination of stone and vinyl siding and window
and door treatment per the site plan approval condition of the Board.
b)
Adams noted the used car facility on Mitchell, across from Don's Auto Clinic, has
been sent a violation notice informing them that lawn parking is not permitted.
Adams will follow-up with a personal visit should the violation continue.
c)
Adams stated a copy of the Planning Board Attendance Record for 2007 was
included in the packet. Barnett inquired as to the purpose of the record. Adams
stated the Board has traditionally requested staff provide an annual attendance
record for informational purposes. Champlin asked if the number of cancelled
meetings was greater in 2007 than prior years. Adams responded in the
affirmative noting that there were fewer projects in 2007 requiring Planning
Board review. He stated that many of the 2007 projects only required staff
review. He noted that most of the 2008 meetings will likely take place due to the
preparation of the Master Plan.
5.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
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6.
ADJOURN
There being no additional business, Chairman Putvin adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
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Your input is needed: Citizens of Cadillac have 30 days to
voice opinion about recreational plan
By Tanya Berkebile, Cadillac News
CADILLAC - Three mornings a week, there is a good chance you'd see up to 20 senior
citizens out on the tennis courts at Diggins Hill.
As soon as the snow melts and the temperatures get up to 40 degrees - usually in April
the group is out there keeping their reflexes and body movements sharp.
Throughout the summer and into October, the dedicated group of seniors battle the elements.
"There are a lot of us who play mixed doubles - we fill all four courts," said Jim Canyon, who
has played with the group for many years. "Besides the fact that they need repair, they are a
nice place to play.
"The scenery is beautiful with the trees around it and there are hills to the north and west that
protect the area from the wind. The way the courts are set up is right. Many (in other areas)
are lined up the wrong way."
In the Cadillac city recreation plan, there is a proposal to turn the tennis courts at Diggins Hill
into pickleball courts. Six requests were made to include the pickleball court option in the rec
plan, said Cadillac Area Community Director Jerry Adams.
"Since then, a few people indicated they would like to see the tennis courts retained," Adams
said. "Right now, the rec plan proposes pickleball courts. Our goal is for the rec plan is to
reflect the needs and desires of the community at large. We are going to wait to bring it to
council so we can give additional opportunity for people's con~lments."
One of the problems with keeping the tennis courts is the cost to maintain them, said Adams. It
could cost as much as $60,000.
"If we decided to go ahead with pickleball courts, we could get grant money and it would cost
quite a bit less," he said. "If we go ahead and keep the tennis courts, we are going to have to
come up with outside funding."
With Diggins Hill being a historic area, Canyon has hopes that there may be historical grants
available.
"Diggins Hill is part of Cadillac's history - it goes back before 1930," he said. "The facility had
a sliding hill, tow rope, a skating rink, warming house - there was even a semi-pro hockey
team years and years ago. There is a lot of history there. Maybe we could go that route when
looking for grants."
With the large group of senior citizens who play there every week, he suggested looking for
grants for senior citizens. He said tennis is a good activity for seniors to maintain their health
and there may be a grant available.
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The public hearing for the rec plan is scheduled for Aug. 20. In the meantime, people can voice
their opinions of the plan bye-mailing Adams at piaon.ing@cadill~c-mi.netor call him at 775
0181, ext. 101 .
The plan can be viewed at the Cadillac Municipal Building or see it online at www.cadillac
mLnet.
Your local connection
Rec plan draft
The following is the proposed five-year recreation plan done jointly with the city of Cadillac and
Cadillac Area Public Schools.
For more detailed information, people can read the plan at the Cadillac Municipal Building or
see it online at www.cadillac-mLnet.
2007:
• Lake Cadillac Milfoil Management Program: $218,000 through a special property
assessment
• Clam River Greenway Phase 3: $412,264 through the DNR, Cadillac Rotary and local
funding
• Lakefront Park Walkway Bridge: $123,000 through DNR and local funding
• Educational Kiosks: $12,000 through local fund-raising
2008:
• Lakes Cadillac and Mitchell educational initiative: $100,000 through DNR and local funding
• Tennis courts: $80,000 through DNR and local funding
• Swimming pool (component of proposed YMCA)~.5 million through Baker College, the
Dillon Estate and local funding
2009:
• Pickleball Courts: $18,000 from DNR and local funding
• Kenwood Heritage improvements: $50,000 from local funding
• Lakefront Park improvements: $30,000 from local funding
2010:
• Chris Blackburn Memorial Skate Park expansion: $60,000 from DNR and local funding
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2011 :
• Wayfinding sign program: $25,000 from local funding
2012:
• U.S. 131 bypass multi-use greenway: $300,000 from DNR and local funding
tberkebile@cadillacnews.com I 775-NEWS (6397)
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Cadillac rec plan, sidewalk assessment approval sought
CADILLAC - The Cadillac recreation plan will again be sent to city council for approval Monday
evening. There were three additions to the plan including restoration of the copper roof at the
Carniegie Library, housing a cultural arts center and finding a place for the Cadillac Senior
Citizens Area.
Cadillac City Manager Pete Stalker said the addition of these projects doesn't mean they will
be funded, just that it allows a chance for them to be eligible for grants.
A public hearing to consider the adoption of a sidewalk special assessment project is
scheduled. During an informal meeting on Feb. 21, the public had a chance to find out more
about the process and ask questions. During the meeting, several residents expressed interest
in putting in their own sidewalks.
Council also will be asked to make a change to the taxi cab ordinance. Questions about
council involvement was brought up in 2007, when a woman was interested in opening a taxi
cab service in the area.
"The change would treat this more like a general business license," Stalker said.
City council meets at 7 p.m. Monday in the Cadillac Municipal Complex, 200 N. Lake S1.
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