Lake Ellyn Park 2013 Master Plan

3. the vision
Phasing priorities/master plan updates
This master plan, the descriptions of various elements,
and cost information are meant to facilitate the long-term
renovation of the park through various methods and with
a variety of resources. It is most likely that at least some
of the improvements will be made to several areas at once,
while others will be exclusive to a certain park area. Some
items have been identified in the plan that will be done
as part of normal or expanded park maintenance, such
as turf repair/enhancement or clearing of invasive woody
understory vegetation in natural areas. Other elements,
such as the trail system, are in all of the areas, and could
be done in one or several phases. Still other elements are
individual features located in a particular area, such as the
boathouse, or the playground. All of the improvements are
contingent upon the adequate identification and allocation
of funds to construct and maintain that particular element
in the park long-term. Improvements and renovations will
be prioritized based upon the following criteria:
1. Condition, age, potential liability, and appearance
2. Available funds for that particular item
3. Relationship with other anticipated improvements,
i.e. remote restroom in conjunction with boathouse
renovations
4. Uninterrupted use of the park facilities to the
degree possible
5. Collaboration/cooperation with the Village and the
School District on improvements to adjacent sites,
such as the upcoming reconstruction to Lenox
Road and Essex Road
6. Cost/pricing efficiencies
Phases of park improvement will be structured to address
these and other factors as they arise. This Master Plan
should be re-assessed and potentially updated or revised
after each substantial capital phase, and/or every five
years, whichever comes first.
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