Parks, Recreation, Greenways, and Open Space ... - Town of Apex
Parks, Recreation, Greenways, and Open Space ... - Town of Apex
Parks, Recreation, Greenways, and Open Space ... - Town of Apex
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<strong>Parks</strong> & <strong>Recreation</strong> Plan Update | 2013Clairmont Park has a natural l<strong>and</strong>scape with large trees providing shade to the playground <strong>and</strong> unprogrammed areas.StrengthsClairmont Park is a peaceful, shaded park suitable for children’s play, family gatherings, <strong>and</strong> pick-up basketball games. Located just east <strong>of</strong> downtown,this park is within walking distance for residents in the community east <strong>of</strong> Salem Street <strong>and</strong> North <strong>of</strong> Williams Street, including <strong>Apex</strong> Middle School. Theopen lawn <strong>and</strong> wooded area provide a flexible space for families <strong>and</strong> groups. A sidewalk <strong>and</strong> path leading to the shelter allow for access to this structure.ChallengesGrass was observed growth through the mulch in the playground area, suggesting the mulch is too compacted <strong>and</strong> requires replacement. It appearsthere is a makeshift bocce court located between the two play areas that needs to be completed. The cobra light between the playground <strong>and</strong> shelterwas broken at the time <strong>of</strong> the study <strong>and</strong> should be repaired, or removed, <strong>and</strong> replaced with more pedestrian scale lighting suitable for a park.SENSORY OBSERVATIONSThe park provides a pleasant neighborhood setting for passive <strong>and</strong> active recreation. There are both sunny <strong>and</strong> shady spots, <strong>and</strong> effective separation <strong>of</strong>features.PHYSICAL ACCESS AND ACTIVITY LEVELThe site currently has one accessible route to the existing shelter. This could be improved by installing sidewalks <strong>and</strong> paths to connect each programmedarea within the park. There is low to moderate activity level on this site.Potential OpportunitiesWhile the park appears to be in great condition <strong>and</strong> well used, a few improvements will help integrate it into the overall system <strong>and</strong> create a saferspace for residents <strong>of</strong> <strong>Apex</strong>. The title signage should be updated to reflect the new signage plan <strong>and</strong> include a planting area. Pedestrian scaled lightingwill enhance the aesthetics, while improving visibility at night, therefore contributing to perceived safety <strong>of</strong> the park <strong>and</strong> East Chatham Street. Featureaccess could be improved, <strong>and</strong> removal <strong>of</strong> the chain link fence <strong>and</strong>/or replacement with something consistent with the neighborhood would help makethis a more welcoming space. Support facilities such as bike racks, benches, <strong>and</strong> picnic areas would increase use.3-22 | <strong>Parks</strong>, <strong>Recreation</strong>, <strong>and</strong> Cultural Inventory
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