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4MRV Parks Master Plan: Site Analysis
Lardner/Klein
Landscape Architectsin association with:
RK&K Civil Engineering
Grimm + Parker Architecture
Kittelson & Associates Transportation
Partners for Economic Solutions Feasibility
RIB U.S.Cost Cost Control
Profile of Park Users and Neighbors
• Park Services: Existing amenities and patterns of use
• Meeting the Neighbors: A profile of residents within half a
mile of 4MRV
• Shaping the Future of 4MRV: Demographic and
recreational trends
• Snapshot: Saturday in the Park at 4MRV
Parks Master Plan: Overview
Shirlington Dog Park: Much Loved, Heavily Used
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Shirlington Dog Park: A Regional Draw
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
League Baseball and Softball: Heavily Programmed, Increasing Demand
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Barbecue Grills and Picnic Space: High Demand, Limited Availability
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Tennis and Basketball Courts:Opportunities for Drop-In Play
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Strolling and Rolling at 4MRV:Pedestrians and Cyclists on the Trails
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2016 Arlington County Bike/Ped Counts (Pyro)
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Four Mile Run: Water Access a Priority
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Adjacent to Community Services
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Adjacent to Neighboring Businesses
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Adjacent to County Facilities
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Adjacent to Community Theatre
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Jennie Dean Park
*Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation, 2016; PES, 2016
Reserved Hours
per annum
Total Person Usage
Hours per annum
Adult softball (regular season/tournaments)700 21,000
Auxiliary Grass Practice Area 550 6600
Picnic Shelter 100 2000
Tennis Courts (MOSTLY WALK UP) 30 90
Basketball Courts (MOSTLY WALK UP) 2 10
SUBTOTAL 29,700
Youth Baseball (regular season) 408 9380
Youth Baseball (playoffs) 190 570
Subtotal 9950
TOTAL 39,650
Parks Master Plan: Park Services
Demographics of a Changing Neighborhood
10/5/2016
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Half-Mile Study Area
MAP coming soon
Census Tracts:
• 1029.01
• 1029.02
• 1031
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Population and Households
• Steady population growth of 1,212 new residents (2000-2010)
• Over last 6 years population growth of 1,643 new residents
• Current population is 12,639 as of 2015
• Estimated future growth of 70 to 80 new households annually
• Study area is projected to have 13,400 residents by 2025
*Arlington County, MWCOG TAZ projections Round 8.4, PES, 2016
Population Households
2000-2010 2010-2016 2000-2010 2010-2016
1/2 mile Market Area10.8% 13.3% 11.2% 9.6%
Arlington9.6% 9.4% 13.5% 7.5%
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Population by Age within Study Area
• 3 large age-based demographic groups of park users
– Large influx of 25 to 34-year-olds
– 10% of population under the age of 10
– Benefit of groups of 35 to 44 year old households
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Arlington HalfMile
Popula onDistribu onbyAge,2016
75+Years
65to74Years
55to64Years
45to54Years
35to44Years
25to34Years
15to24Years
0to14Years
*ESRI, Inc. 2016, PES, 2016
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Population
• Groups of age cohorts that continue to climb
• Millennials are getting older and are having children later in life
*ESRI, Inc. 2016, Census 2010; American Community Survey 2014; PES, 2016
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Household Income within Study Area
• Median household income of $99,000
• 16% of residents earn more than $200,000 annually
• 16% earn less than $50,000 annually
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ArlingtonCounty Half-Mile
HouseholdDistribu onbyIncome,2016
$200,000orMore
$150,000to$199,999
$100,000to$149,999
$75,000to$99,999
$50,000to$74,999
$35,000to$49,999
$25,000to$34,999
Lessthan$25,000
*ESRI, Inc. 2016; PES, 2016
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
One Reason Why Parking is an Issue
• More car ownership in study area compared to countywide average
• Lower percentage of residents bike or walk to work
• Increased number of residents in study area working from home
*ESRI, Inc. 2016; PES, 2016
Bicycle,WalkedorOther
6%
PublicTransport
43%
Carpooled5%
WorkedatHome4%
DroveAlone42%
ArlingtonCounty
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Bicycle,WalkedorOther
2%
PublicTransport
32%
Carpooled6%
WorkedatHome3%
DroveAlone57%
Half-mileAreaArlington County Half-mile Area
Race and Ethnicity within Study Area
• Historically, Nauck has been an African-American community
• African-American households represent 23% in contrast to County average of 9%
• Hispanic households represent 21% in contrast to 6% average countywide
*ESRI, Inc. 2016, Census 2010; American Community Survey 2014; PES, 2016
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Recreation Capacity Issues in Arlington County
• Facility reservations increased 11% between FY ’13 and FY‘14
• Class registration climbed by 34% over 3 years (FY’11 - ’14)
• Youth sport sign-ups increased by 33% between FY’11 and ’14
• DPR waitlist continues to expand, e.g., aquatics/gymnastics has a waitlist of 789 people
• Fields at capacity:
– 37 lighted fields
– 9 diamond
– 15 rectangle
Parks Master Plan: Demographics
Indicators of Demand on Capacity
+23 +14 +31 +30 +18 +13 +20
Parks Master Plan: Demand
*Arlington County POPS User Survey 2015
Top Priorities for Recreation
How 4MRV Differs:
• Higher demand for indoor facilities
• Higher demand for outdoor rectangular and diamond fields
• Higher demand by parents and caregivers for additional playgrounds
Countywide Priorities:
Outdoor Facilities• Hiking Trails, • Natural Areas and Wildlife
Habitats, Paved Multi-Use TrailsIndoor Facilities: • Swimming Pool• Exercise and Fitness EquipmentPrograms and Activities• Nature, Fitness/Wellness
Programs• Special Events/Festivals
Parks Master Plan: Demand
Countywide Priorities How 4MRV Differs
Public Recreation Areas Serving Study Area
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Parks Master Plan: Supply
1 Lucky Run Park
2 Fort Reynolds
3 Utah Park
4Fairlington Community Center & Park
5 Shirlington Park
6 Shirlington Dog Park
7 Jennie Dean
8Four Mile Run Community Garden
9 Fort Barnard Park
10 Fort Barnard Dog Park
11 Allie S Freed Park
12 Charles Drew Community Center
13 Drew Park
14 Fort Barnard Heights Park
15 Fraser Park
16 Troy Park
17 Gunston Park
18 Nauck Park
19Walter Reed Community & Senior Center & Park
20 Douglas Park
21Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center
22 Wakefield Stadium
Public Facilities within Study Area
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Parks Master Plan: Recreational Supply
Private Facilities within Study Area
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Parks Master Plan: Recreational Supply
Saturday in the Park
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
12.5%
56.0%
24.5%
7.1%
How often do you visit? At least:
Once a day
Once a week
Once a month
Once a year orless
Transportation to Saturday in the Park
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2.6%
23.3%
75.1%
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Bus
Bicycle
Walking
Personal car
25.0%
52.0%
23.0%
How many people werein your car?
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3 ormore
How did you get to the park
Demographics of Saturday in the Park Visitors
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Multi-familyhousehold
Phrase that best describes you:Which phrase best describes you?
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17.7%
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Under 18
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50-69
70 or above
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What is your age? Number of Children at Home?
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Primary Reason for Visiting on Saturday in the Park
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Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Saturday in the Park:What Amenities Should Be Retained at 4MRV?
What to Keep # of responses
Dog Park (including individual elements/upgrade ideas) 79
Ballfields (including upgrade) 22
Multiple Features (ballfield and other features) 12
Keep the park as it is; no changes 7
Multiple Features (dog park and other features) 5
Passive Areas (picnic, playground, open areas, stream) 5
Trails/Bike Paths 5
Multiple Features (dog park, ball fields and other features) 4
Don’t keep anything 3
Other 2
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
• Parking
• Upgrade restrooms
• More trees/shade
• Better walking paths, lighting, trash cans, benches
• Better drainage/runoff plan
• Clean up Four Mile Run
• Concession stand
Saturday in the Park: What to Change Overall
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Saturday in the Park :What to Change in Shirlington Dog Park
GENERAL
– Size and shape
SAFETY AND QUALITY
– Control dust, litter, sanitation
– Address conflicts between dogs and runners/cyclists
ACCESS CONTROL
– Four Mile Run fencing/access
AMENITIES
– Agility type obstacles
– More water, hose wash off
– Benches, lights, picnic tables, trees
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Saturday in the Park:What to Change in Active Park Areas
• Add:
– Soccer field
– Volleyball
– Fieldhouse
– Bicycle skills park
– Splash parks
• Upgrade or add:
– Baseball/softball fields
– Batting cages
– Basketball
– Exercise stations
• Refurbish or Modify:
– Add backboard and/or pickleball to tennis
– Lighting (add timers and address the glare)
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Saturday in the Park:What to Change in Passive Park Areas
• Add more green space and open areas
• Add, enlarge or upgrade grilling areas and picnic pavilions
• Improve/add pathways along Four Mile Run
• Clean up Four Mile Run
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Saturday in the Park:What to Add or Upgrade on Playground
Add or upgrade playground
• Add equipment for different ages
• Add baby/toddler swings
• Restrooms and water fountain closer to playground
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Saturday in the Park: Additional Ideas and Suggestions
• Shoreline trail/boardwalk
• Promenade or elevated walkway with programming and links to nearby businesses (e.g. New York City High Line)
• Combine an indoor field house with a parking structure
• Combine parking structure with turf field on top floor
• Open community areas (farmer’s market, etc.)
• Public art incorporated into park design
• Space for food trucks and taqueria
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
Saturday in the Park: Takeaways from Park Users
• ¾ of all users drive to the park with two or more passengers
• Younger, more diverse users
• Strong support for dog park and diamond fields
• Interest noted in
• Active indoor uses
• Creating a shoreline promenade
• An elevated outdoor space
• Walking paths and quality passive green spaces
• Integrate parking structure with potential active uses
Parks Master Plan: Questionnaire
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