City of Pontiac Parks and Recreation Master Plan

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isting primary trail systems are shown on the map, as well as the concept for future connections. These connections are either in the design/development phase, under consideration, or under review, and have been identified as such because of their importance in linking the natural, cultural, historic and community amenities in Oakland County. An important focus of the Oakland County Trails Master Plan was the bridging of several primary “gaps,” or critical missing links that exist in the major trail system. One such gap was identified for the Clinton River Trail within Pontiac. The Trails Master Plan identified two potential connector routes, a “southern route” (using the right-of-way along South Boulevard) and a “northern route” (through downtown and along the Clinton River) which were assessed based on their opportunities and constraints. Ultimately, the northern route was identified in the Plan as the “preferred primary connector route.” Oakland County’s Green Infrastructure Visioning Project Oakland County’s Green Infrastructure Visioning Project focuses on identifying an interconnected network of green space that conserves natural ecosystem values and functions, guides sustainable development, and provides associated economic quality of life benefits to our communities. wildlife. Hubs range in size from large conservation areas to smaller parks and preserves. Hubs provide habitat for native wildlife and help maintain natural ecological processes. • Sites: Smaller ecological landscape features that can serve as a point of origin or destination or incorporate less extensive ecological important areas. • Links: The connections that hold the network together and enable it to function. Links facilitate movement from one hub to another. Using the natural areas information developed by the Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI) as a starting point for analysis, the Oakland County Planning’s Environmental Stewardship Group has been working with the local communities of Oakland County to identify and map local green infrastructure elements. This process has been completed and has resulted in the creation of a Green Infrastructure Vision for the entire County (see graphic on next page). With a County-wide vision in place, local communities are then encouraged to establish recommendations for best land management practices, rank conservation priorities and identify funding needs, and address green infrastructure goals through local plans and ordinances. Green infrastructure networks consist of the following components: • Hubs: Hubs anchor the network and provide an origin or destination for Clinton River Trail Master Plan The Clinton River Trail Master Plan was completed in 2003 as a vision for the design and implementation of the trail. The Plan ad- 51
an the na w e edict and Edward T. McMahon, of the Conservation Fund, defined the term green infrastructure as: en space that conserves natural ecosystem values and functions and provides associated benefits to Green Infrastructure Vision Oakland County Green Infrastructure Vision Map Source: Oakland County Environmental Stewardship Services Oakland County, Michigan Mark A. Benedict and Edward T. McMahon, of the Conservation Fund, defined the term green infrastructure as: “an interconnected network of green space that conserves natural ecosystem values and functions and provides associated benefits to human populations.” Oxford Groveland Highland Holly Rose Springfield Lyon Lakes & Rivers: Oakland County has over 1,400 natural lakes. Milford White Lake Commerce Wixom Groveland Springfield Waterford Novi Green Infrastructure Vision: Hubs, sites, and links make up this network of connected open space. White Lake Brandon Independence Waterford Brandon Independence West Bloomfield Farmington Hills Urban Boundary: Green Infrastructure in the urban landscape takes on a different look and feel. By integrating techniques like rain gardens, green roofs, street trees, and pervious pavement, a community can help to reduce stormwater runoff and improve air quality. Municipal Boundary: There are 61 local units of government in Oakland County. experience green infrastructure first hand Pontiac Orion Bloomfield Franklin Oxford Pontiac Orion Southfield Auburn Hills Birmingham Oak Park Addison Rochester Hills Troy Oakland Clawson Royal Oak Auburn Hills Madison Heights Hazel Park green infrastructure spans across urban, suburban, and rural landscapes Natu Rose Lakes, Riv Oxfor Recreation Independ Trail C City of R Native City of F Gre Addis R Conservatio Springfi Schooly Villag Stre City Nature Walk Oakland Township Fishing the Clinton River City of Rochester Hills Nature Exploration Rose Township Kayaking the Rouge River City of Southfield Native Plant Garden City of Pontiac Scenic Overlook Addison Township Rain Garden City of Rochester Hills Ellis Barn Springfield Township ommerce What is Green Infrastructure 52 Bloomfield What are the benefits
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Table of Contents 1. Community Desc
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Survey Overview
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Survey Overview
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Walking or Hiking
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Soccer
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Cross Country Skiing
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Field Hockey
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Golf
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Skateboarding
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Pontiac Parks and Recreation Survey
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The following is a list of several
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Jogging
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Bicycling
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Ice Hockey
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In-Line Hockey
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Disc Golf
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Ice Skating
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Rollerblading
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Volleyball
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Fishing
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The following is a list of non-spor
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Arts and craft classes/activities
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Outdoor youth camps
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Concerts
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The following list includes several
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Ice skating facilities
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Baseball fields
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Indoor swimming pools
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Tennis courts
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Outdoor basketball courts
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Community centers
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Nature areas
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Outdoor theatre and bandstand
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Hiking/walking trails
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Mountain biking trails
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Disc golf course
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Football fields
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Please indicate the range in which
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Thinking about Pontiac as a square
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Letter of Transmittal WT189-02 If t
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