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Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan Update December 2020

2021 – 2025 This report documentation was prepared under contract for:

Noblesville Parks & Recreation Department 701 Cicero Road Noblesville, IN 46060 Phone: (317) 776-6350

by: Charles F. Lehman, ASLA, President Lehman & Lehman, Inc., Landscape Architecture and Planning 510 Lincolnway East Mishawaka, Indiana 46544 Phone: (574) 257-0255

All Rights Reserved. Except as it is used by the client in direct relation to the master plan implementation, no part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any way without expressed permission by Lehman & Lehman, Inc.

Table of Contents Section A: Introduction Introduction to Study’s Approach ...... Page A – 3 Planning Team ...... Page A – 3 Master Planning Study Area ...... Page A – 5 Planning Area Map ...... Page A – 5 Master Plan Goals ...... Page A – 6 Section B: Park Agency Profile Noblesville Park History ...... Page B – 3 Noblesville Parks Department ...... Page B – 4 Park Department Staffing ...... Page B – 4 Park Department Location ...... Page B – 5 Mission Statement ...... Page B – 5 Agency Policies & Objectives ...... Page B – 6 Departmental Goals and Objectives ...... Page B – 6 Relationship with School Corporation ...... Page B – 18 The Park Board ...... Page B – 18 Noblesville Parks Organization Structure ...... Page B – 19 Noblesville Parks Foundation ...... Page B – 19 City’s Fiscal Resources ...... Page B – 20 Departmental Budget Analysis ...... Page B – 20 Accomplishments and Changes ...... Page B – 21 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ...... Page B – 25 Section C: Park Inventory Existing Recreation Facilities ...... Page C – 3 Noblesville Park Properties ...... Page C – 3 Noblesville Trail System ...... Page C – 4 Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan 2015 ...... Page C – 7 Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan Sample Portion ...... Page C – 8 Noblesville Park System Service Area ...... Page C – 9 Noblesville Park Inventory Matrix ...... Page C – 10 Dr. James A. Dillon Park ...... Page C – 11 Finch Creek Park & Fieldhouse ...... Page C – 12 Federal Hill Commons ...... Page C – 13 Forest Hill Nature Preserve ...... Page C – 14 Forest Park & Forest Park Golf Course ...... Page C – 15

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Table of Contents Page – 1 Fox Prairie Golf Course ...... Page C – 16 Hague Road Nature Haven ...... Page C – 17 Riverwalk Depot Park ...... Page C – 18 Seminary Park ...... Page C – 19 Soccer Fields ...... Page C – 20 Southside Park ...... Page C – 21 The Wetlands ...... Page C – 22 Noblesville General Program Inventory ...... Page C – 23 Section D: Community Profile History of Noblesville ...... Page D – 3 Location of Noblesville ...... Page D – 3 Government and Services ...... Page D – 4 Transportation ...... Page D – 5 Major Employers ...... Page D – 5 Education ...... Page D – 6 Natural Features ...... Page D – 6 Man-Made, Historical and Cultural Noblesville ...... Page D – 8 Noblesville Demographics ...... Page D – 11 Demographic Analysis ...... Page D – 19 Socio-Economic Factors ...... Page D – 20 Section E: Public Participation Public Meetings and Presentation of the Plan ...... Page E – 3 Focus Groups/Stakeholders Summary ...... Page E – 3 Public Survey Summary ...... Page E – 8 Conclusions ...... Page E – 9 Section F: Needs Analysis Park Land Standard and Needs ...... Page F – 3 Park Land Classifications ...... Page F – 3 Park Standards for Site Acreage and Type ...... Page F – 3 Land Inventory – Community Level of Service ...... Page F –4 Park System Analysis – Facilities ...... Page F – 5 Current Deficiencies and Future Needs ...... Page F – 6 Acreage Needs for New Facilities – Community Level of Service ...... Page F – 7 Recreation Facilities Needs and Cost Estimate ...... Page F – 8

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Section G: Action Plan Priorities ...... Page G – 3 Action Plan ...... Page G – 5 Action Year Budget Summary ...... Page G – 19 Funding Resources ...... Page G– 21 Section H: Resolutions and Approval Board Resolution Adopting Master Plan ...... Page H – 3 Section 504 Assurance of Compliance ...... Page H – 5 IDNR Approval Letter ...... Page H –7 Appendix References Used in this Study Appendix Items Noblesville Parks Community Survey 2020 Indiana Recreation Facilities Inventory Update Sheets (SCORP) City of Noblesville ADA Transition Plan (Updated Dec. 2017)

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Section A: Introduction Introduction to Study’s Approach ...... Page A – 3 Planning Team ...... Page A – 3 Master Planning Study Area ...... Page A – 5 Planning Area Map ...... Page A – 5 Master Plan Goals ...... Page A – 6

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Introduction to Study’s Approach The Lehman & Lehman Planning Team was retained in January 2019 to prepare a master plan for Noblesville Parks. Over the last decade much growth and commercial development has evolved in the area and connectivity throughout the city has been discussed and implemented. These community amenities all place an increased emphasis on quality of life in recognizing Noblesville Parks as a vital component of leisure activity in the area. This parks master plan was finalized and adopted by the Park Board on January 14, 2021 to enable the Parks to continue balanced planning for the overall park system, meeting local recreation needs within available resources, while meeting long-term goals and objectives. The Consultant believes that such five-year master plans should not be static or rigid but rather, such plans need to be dynamic and flexible in issues not anticipated. This master plan is a five (5) year plan for Noblesville Parks, which should be used as a tool and as a guideline for implementation of the action steps contained herein and as a basis for decision-making throughout the next five years. The plan should be kept up to date and reviewed annually, thus keeping the Parks in a perpetual state of being in “the first year of a five-year plan.” The recent Recreation Zone Improvement Plan 2019-2028 formed the planning structure basis for this master plan update. The impact fee study is referenced in this document often as a basis of planning area, population projections, community level of services and its 10-year implementation projections. The Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan is intended as a guide for providing parks and recreation in the community. The planning process for this document offered insight into the changing needs, trends and events since the last master plan. Process Summary: The planning process established for the parks and recreation facilities in this master plan generally followed guidelines published by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for the preparation of five-year park and recreation master plans. Input Summary: A variety of methods were utilized in the preparation of this plan that included: • Progress meetings with park / recreation staff and park board. • Stakeholder focus group meetings with various park & recreation and community interest groups. • Public opinion survey.

Planning Team The Planning Team consisted of the lead consultant, Lehman & Lehman, Inc., a landscape architecture and planning firm with considerable park and recreation planning experience throughout Indiana and the Midwest. One of the primary responsibilities of the Lehman & Lehman Planning Team was to facilitate the planning process and provide information to the Owner that enabled the community to make informed park and recreation planning decisions. Local citizens and park and recreation professionals played an important role in the development of the plan and are the true park and recreation experts in the Noblesville community because of ongoing daily involvement in park and recreation planning and management.

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Noblesville Park Department Administrative Staff Brandon Bennett, CPRP ...... Director Amber Mink, CPRP ...... Assistant Director Jeremiah Schroeder ...... Recreation Manager Erin Portman ...... Recreation Program Coordinator–Facilities Kaitlyn Smith ...... Recreation Program Coordinator–Events Angela Vitosky-Staggs ...... Recreation Program Coordinator–Annex Facilities Kristi Spehler ...... Community Development Manager Kevin Conner ...... Park Maintenance Superintendent Dustin Stafford ...... Assistant Park Maintenance Superintendent Gary Deakyne ...... Director of Golf Curt Brisco ...... Golf Course Superintendent Abbey Hash ...... Office Manager Melissa Moore ...... Secretary

Noblesville Park Board (2016 – 2020) Todd Thurston ...... President Steve Rogers ...... Vice-President Scott Noel ...... Member Angie Sutton ...... Member Carl Johnson ...... Noblesville School Board Representative

Master Plan Consultant Charles F. Lehman, ASLA, FRSA President, Lehman & Lehman, Inc. Landscape Architecture and Planning Mishawaka, Indiana

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Master Planning Study Area The jurisdiction of the Noblesville Planning Department includes the corporate limits of Noblesville and the unincorporated areas of Noblesville Township and certain unincorporated areas of Fall Creek, Wayne, and Delaware Townships. Noblesville retains jurisdiction over unincorporated areas of Fall Creek Township bounded by Interstate 69, Atlantic Road, the north township line (146th Street), Howe Road, 141st Street, Marilyn Road, and 136th Street. Noblesville also retains jurisdiction over unincorporated areas of Delaware Township bounded by State Road 37, the north township line (146th Street), the old Norfolk & Southern Railroad, and 141st Street. The jurisdictional areas of Noblesville Planning are defined and understood with the adjacent municipalities. There is much coordination with the various planning areas in trails/greenways connectivity and utility service areas. The map below provides a graphic illustration of the Planning Area.

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Master Plan Goals Lehman & Lehman, Inc. feels that master planning is undertaken in order to achieve clearly defined strategies and objectives, and to provide recommendations for action on identified future needs tied to those objectives. We believe that the continual participation of the public in the planning process is essential. From a user’s perspective, personal involvement in the identification of problems, needs, desires, and ultimately decisions, is much healthier than reacting to decisions already made by management. The planning process needs to be continuous and must be sensitive to changes of conditions, needs, new information and opportunities. This document should not be considered the “final” plan, which can become irrelevant and stagnant. With annual reviews by the Noblesville Park and Recreation Board planning will remain a productive ongoing process facilitating future actions. The Noblesville Park Department staff and the Park Board have agreed on the following goals, as suggested by IDNR, for the 5-Year Parks and Recreation Plan: • Gather feedback and input from as diverse a group of Noblesville residents as possible, and report it in an accurate manner. • Use national recreation standards, combined with a careful needs analysis to create new priorities for parks and recreation in the city. • Create a plan that is dynamic, and provides pertinent, useful information and guidance for the next five years in Noblesville. • Present the plan and gain its acceptance within Noblesville communities • Receive approval from IDNR for eligibility for application for Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant programs. • Use the plan as a springboard to apply for all applicable grants • Review the Action Plan on an annual basis for the purpose of budgeting and planning. The Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan is intended as a guide for providing parks and recreation in the community. The planning process for this document offered insight into the changing needs, trends and events since the last master plan. Today, Americans spend more time in outdoor recreational activities than ever before and the demand for leisure activities is on the increase. As interest in recreation grows and the urban areas expand, there will be an increased premium on open space land and related recreational opportunities. The residents of Noblesville are fortunate to have had proper planning guidance in past years to assure the quality of the Noblesville Park’s system today. This planning, however, needs to continue to guarantee quality recreational facilities and programs for future generations. With continued growth, Noblesville is meeting the challenge to upgrade its roads, services and schools to accommodate its growth responsibly. Noblesville is known for its fine people, public concerns, ecological interests, and the quality of services provided to its residents. The Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department plays an important role in this community. Every year thousands of adults and children visit and use Noblesville parks. Each year the Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department experiences growth as it strives to meet increased demands and needs.

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The following plans were reviewed for relevance and consistency with the vision, goals and objectives outlined in this five-year master plan. While the master plan forms a foundation to help address the growing needs of a park and recreation system these planning tools also help guide future decision-making. These plans include: • Noblesville Recreation Impact Fee Study 2019-2028 • Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan – 2020 • PLANoblesville 2013 – Noblesville Comprehensive Plan This Master Plan document follows the guidelines outlined by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation and makes Noblesville eligible for state/federal grants & funding, but, even more importantly, it allows for the establishment of a guideline toward new horizons for the Noblesville Parks Department and the Community.

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Section B: Park Agency Profile Noblesville Park History ...... Page B – 3 Noblesville Parks Department ...... Page B – 4 Park Department Staff ...... Page B – 4 Park Department Location ...... Page B – 5 Mission Statement ...... Page B – 5 Agency Policies & Objectives ...... Page B – 6 Departmental Goals and Objectives ...... Page B – 6 Relationship with School Corporation…...... Page B – 18 The Park Board ...... Page B – 18 Noblesville Parks & Recreation Organization Structure ...... Page B – 19 Noblesville Parks Foundation ...... Page B – 19 City’s Fiscal Resources ...... Page B – 20 Departmental Budget Analysis ...... Page B – 20 Accomplishments and Changes ...... Page B – 21 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ...... Page B – 25

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Park Agency Profile

Noblesville Park History City leaders of Noblesville recognized the value of open space for park and recreation purposes well over ninety years ago when they adopted an ordinance in December of 1925 authorizing the acquisition of Forest Park. The Council, again planning for the future growth of the City of Noblesville, adopted an ordinance in February of 1930 establishing a Park Board of Directors. Over the next 70-plus years, the Park Board purchased or leased an additional 338.5 acres. The acquisition of 150 acres represented the largest tract of land under the control of the Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department. This tract became the 18-hole Fox Prairie Golf Course in 1969, constructed with funds from a bond issue. Ten years later, a conditional use agreement for the purpose of developing a park area was approved. This agreement involved work on the part of the Noblesville Planning Director, Federal National Mortgage Association, Michigan Department of Treasury Mortgage Service Division and Noblesville Board of Zoning Appeals. This unique agreement resulted in the addition of 5 acres to the park system even though it is not city-owned. An additional five-acre tract was acquired and became known as Southside Park. In 1982, the City obtained an entire city block approximately 1.5 acres in size. The area known as Seminary Park was constructed by the city. The Park Board supported this action in a resolution. However, the Park Board did not agree to maintain the facility once it had been constructed. In 2003, a new 77-acre park on the City’s southwest side was donated as a condition of PUD approval. This was the first new community park since 1925, and was later named Dillon Park after Dr. James A. Dillon. With construction of the Hague Road extension in 2004, 100 acres of surplus ground was acquired by the Park Board and became known as Hague Road Park. Forty three acres of this land are planned to become Hague Road Nature Haven, an outdoor education center. The balance of the land will be known as Hague Road Nature Preserve. In 2010, the City of Noblesville purchased Forest Hill Elementary School and a portion of the land surrounding it. In 2011 this property was sold to Legacy Christian Schools, with the City retaining ownership of the woods off the north side of the property as well as a strip of land contiguous to the south boundary of the property. This property (4.82 acres) became part of Noblesville Parks, known as Forest Hill Nature Preserve.

In 2008 the Park Board and city acquired 183 acres (plus an additional 20 acres in 2010) as the park system’s newest park property east of State Road 37. This park property will accommodate a large variety of active sports fields and facilities as well as nature-oriented and passive recreational use. Formerly referred to as Eastside Park the park has been named Finch Creek Park. In 2018 the Park Department broke ground on the $10,000,000 first phase of Finch Creek Park. Amenities that were built include pickleball and basketball courts, destination Playgrounds, Splash Pad, Shelter and Restrooms and a maintenance facility. The Park opened in the summer of 2020. Two additional properties near the downtown have been designated as Park / Gateway facilities: • Federal Hill Commons (6.34 acres) is located west of the White River between Logan and Conner Streets. This “Gateway” development forms a public entrance to Downtown

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 3 Noblesville and hosts a variety of public and entertainment venues. • Riverwalk Depot (0.5 acres) is located on the east bank of the White River near the landing of the pedestrian bridge connecting Forest Park. This will serve as a trailhead park and as the pedestrian gateway to Downtown Noblesville.

Noblesville Parks Department Noblesville Parks currently manages over 876 acres of parkland in the City of Noblesville and is responsible for seven (7) developed parks (Dr. James A. Dillon Park, Federal Hill Commons, Finch Creek Park, Forest Park, Riverwalk Depot, Seminary Park and Southside Park ). They also have 109 acres of undeveloped properties (The Wetlands, Hague Road Preserve, Hague Road Nature Haven and Forest Hill Nature Preserve) and operate two golf courses (Forest Park, a nine-hole historic course and Fox Prairie, a 27-hole championship course). Noblesville Parks also owns Noblesville Soccer Fields, home of the Noblesville United Soccer Club. Noblesville Parks also provides over 127 miles of trails, connector sidewalks and greenways throughout the community. Noblesville Parks is responsible for programs and events in which thousands in the community and surrounding areas participate annually. These programs include adult, youth, and children's fitness, dance, nature, summer day camps, preschool programs, sports classes, educational classes and more. They also provide events such as the Bed Race, Easter Egg Hunt, Family Halloween Party, Father Daughter Princess Ball, Federal Hill Commons Concert Tour, Noblesville Movies Series and Noblesville Summer Concert Series.

Staffing Brandon Bennett, CPRP ...... Director ([email protected]) Amber Mink, CPRP ...... Assistant Director ([email protected]) Kristi Spehler ...... Community Development Manager Abbey Hash ...... Office Manager Melissa Moore ...... Secretary Golf Division Gary Deakyne ...... Director of Golf Curt Brisco ...... Golf Course Superintendent Sam Wyant…………………………………………..…Golf Course Assistant Superintendent (Forest Park) Dylan Davis…………………………………………………………………………………….……… Golf Course Laborer Joe Silver…………………………………………………………………………………………………Golf Course Laborer Parks Maintenance Division Kevin Conner ...... Park Maintenance Superintendent Dustin Stafford ...... Assistant Park Maintenance Superintendent Bruce Neal ...... Landscape Technician

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Jonn Russell ...... Arborist Technician Ryan Burnside ...... Trails Laborer Andy Hrabik ...... Forest Park Crew Leader Jake Penwell ...... Forest Park Laborer Mark Goforth ...... Facilities Technician Kassidy Tincher ...... Dillon Park Crew Leader Everado Ramirez ...... Dillon Park Laborer AJ Brown ...... Dillon Park Laborer Mike Smith ...... Federal Hill Commons Crew Leader Roger Fouse ...... Finch Creek Park Crew Leader Chuck Gallagher ...... Finch Creek Park Laborer Recreation Division Jeremiah Schroeder ...... Recreation Manager Erin Portman ...... Recreation Program Coordinator–Facilities Kaitlyn Smith ...... Recreation Program Coordinator–Events Angela Vitosky-Staggs ...... Recreation Program Coordinator–Annex Facilities

Parks & Recreation Department Location The Noblesville Parks & Recreation Department Office is located at: Forest Park 701 Cicero Road Noblesville, IN 46060 (317) 776-6350

Mission Statement The Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to the leisure time interests of the local populace, and to the care of the natural resources of the area. The Department strives to enhance the quality of life and sense of community through healthful recreational and leisure experiences. As the City's land steward, the Department seeks to maintain the delicate balance of public use and conservation/preservation of the natural environment to result in the highest benefit for all. “Noblesville Parks…Your Vacation in Town!”

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 5 Agency Policies and Objectives A statement of policies and objectives helps define the role and responsibility of each division of the Park and Recreation Department within City government and to the community. Written policies and objectives help guide decision making by the Board and staff in order to meet the challenges of providing sufficient open space and facilities to meet the recreation needs and interests of all Noblesville residents, thereby enhancing the physical and social character of the community. Noblesville Parks has established the following Departmental Goals & Objectives to guide their efforts in maintaining the park system and its excellent reputation over the next five year period. While some of the objectives have been addressed and, maybe even completed, the listing below will serve in referencing accomplishments and items still to be completed in both annual reviews and in a five year review. The list may be added to and/or refined as a part of the annual review process.

Departmental Goals & Objectives Administrative Division Goal 1: Placemaking and Preservation Facilitate growth and development of the Noblesville Parks and Recreation system for enhanced placemaking and preservation of existing and future developments. Administration Pillar Supported: Downtown, Culture & Recreation, Workforce & Economic Development, Public Health & Safety and Roads & Infrastructure Objectives: 1.1 – Develop a Park and Open Space Master Plan, incorporating input from City Council and other appropriate governmental entities, commissions, boards, etc., as well as the general public. 1.2 – Incorporate the Park and Open Space Master Plan into the City’s Comprehensive Master Plan. 1.3 – Acquire available open space in advance of development to minimize costs and ensure adequate spatial requirements for future development in areas of expected growth including the development and build of phase 2 and 3 of Finch Creek Park, outdoor sports courts, natural spaces and dog parks. 1.4 – Update the Recreation Impact Fee Ordinance. 1.5 – Develop short and long range action plans for capital improvements for the upgrading of current park and recreation facilities and for future expansion to meet the needs of projected population growth. 1.6 – Provide innovative program and event opportunities to accommodate popular trends in recreational services. 1.7 – Shift Golf operation into the Park General Budget and create a Golf Operations Manager position. 1.8 – Develop and utilize placemaking in all development considerations to enhance workforce, economic development and downtown, culture and recreation. 1.9 – Design, develop and implement the next phase of the railyard reintegration plan. 1.10 –Develop, maintain and enhance a plan for our linear park system. 1.11 –Develop a policy manual to include operations data, standards and guidelines for all departmental divisions.

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Goal 2: Processes, Payment & Procurement Achieve a firm financial basis for both operational and capital improvements through process systems and sound payment and procurement policies. Administration Pillar Supported: Public Health & Safety Objectives: 2.1 – Actively engage the Noblesville Parks Foundation for philanthropic support and project development. 2.2 – Develop policies and procedures to effectively make sound financial considerations in purchasing and payment processing. 2.3 – Evaluate all fees and charges yearly and establish responsible financial controls. 2.4 – Provide community need, community support and cost effectiveness documentation to the Executive and Legislative authorities for all budget requests. 2.5 – Develop an annual report. 2.6 – Support the Community Development Manager position in further development of their sponsorship goals. Goal 3: People & Play Become Noblesville’s “Vacation in Town” through an enhanced recreation and leisure experience. Administration Pillar Supported: Downtown, Culture & Recreation and Public Health & Safety Objectives: 3.1 – Develop a comprehensive recreation master plan that focuses on active recreation, passive recreation and mental health. 3.2 – Develop five (5) programs a year that focus on mental health. 3.3 – Develop two (2) new programs or events a year that are free to the public. 3.4 – Develop a plan that will focus on Run programs that are financially responsible and responsive to the needs of the department and the community 3.5 – Actively promote and enhance the Golf operation with an emphasis on obtaining new golfers, retaining existing golfers and enhancing the overall experience for all. 3.6 – Create a plan to promote and activate open and natural spaces within the park system. 3.7 – Evaluate the existing programming needs and assess for future program and event needs. 3.8 – Establish a standard for offering free programs and events versus paid programs and needs. 3.9 – Continue to offer, enhance and distribute program scholarship opportunities for Noblesville residents. Goal 4: Partnering & Promoting Foster and continue improved cooperation and resource sharing among public agencies and private organizations whose interest or purpose, in whole or in part, includes providing the community with recreational opportunities. Administration Pillar Supported: Downtown, Culture & Recreation and Public Health & Safety

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Objectives: 4.1 – Continue to develop and enhance the partnership with Ivy Tech Community College of Noblesville for the Recreation Annex focusing on enhancement and programming opportunities. 4.2 – Consult with other agencies and community providers to avoid duplication and to compliment the efforts of each. Document the details of relationships to adequately define the role of each agency. 4.3 – Interact regularly with private groups and organizations to optimize citizen support, both volunteer and financial. 4.4 – Evaluate the ability to accommodate people of all abilities for programs offered by the Department. 4.5 – Continue to be an effective partner in promotion for joint projects, programs and events. Goal 5: Promotion & Public Relations Augment and refine public relations efforts to achieve an effective network for disseminating information and increasing public awareness and sponsorship opportunities for parks and recreation. Administration Pillar Supported: Downtown, Culture & Recreation, Workforce & Economic Development and Public Health & Safety Objectives: 5.1 – Work with the Communications Director to develop a system for disseminating information to various media effectively and efficiently. 5.2 – Develop a working relationship with local media to gain more exposure for the Department. 5.3 – Contract with public relations firm as a short term solution to continue marketing efforts for the Department with a focus on graphic design elements and an annual marketing plan. 5.4 – Create a Marketing Manager position with the Department to take over all public relations duties including implementing a marketing plan, managing social media, advertising and press releases. 5.5 – Support the Community Development Manager position in further development of their sponsorship goals. Community Development Goal 1: Continue to connect with and build relationships with potential sponsors in the community in order to grow sponsorship funds, as well as, increase the number of sponsors participating. Objectives: 1.1 – Schedule meetings with potential sponsors to introduce them to future events and sponsorship opportunities. 1.2 – Schedule meetings with current sponsors to plan ahead for the upcoming year and renew sponsorship agreements. 1.3 – Attend networking events to continue to connect with potential and current sponsors in

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order to share upcoming events and program so they keep Parks opportunities top of mind when planning future marketing efforts. 1.4 – Gain sponsors or partners for Recreation events/programs such as Princess Ball, Fireside Fun, Camp Out, etc. 1.5 – Increase sponsorship funds by 20% and the number of sponsors by 10%.

Sponsorship Raised and number of sponsors: 2017: $55,650; 40 sponsors 2018: $75,710; 45 sponsors 2019: $60,180; 31 sponsors (as of 10/11/19; with $1,400 from Ice Plaza) Goal 2: Refine marketing plans for events, programs, camps and other activities in order to promote them more effectively and earlier based on timing of the event. Objectives: 2.1 – Collaborate with program managers and event staff to plan 3-4 weeks in advance the marketing needed for upcoming events, programs, camps and other activities. Planning ahead will allow us to effectively create a marketing plan for each event and reach the best audience. 2.2 – Review previous year’s press releases and marketing material and work ahead on edits, approval, and scheduling in order to get ahead of promotions. 2.3 – Update and edit website in advance with new events and programs, sponsorship links, etc. 2.4 – Update Increase event and programs attendance by 10% 2.5 – Create a marketing/graphic design position with the Department to design marketing material used on print, social media or digital marketing. The in-house position will allow us to have dedicated person creating marketing material for the Department and to be able to make quick edits when needed. This position would also allow the Community Development Manager to focus on sponsorship sales, activation, and fulfillment reporting. Attendance at events held at Noblesville Parks: 2017: 156,318 2018: 176,333 2019: 49,368 (as of 10/11/19, doesn’t include Farmers Market, Ice Plaza, Halloween Party; decrease in Summer Concert attendance due to weather)

Park Maintenance Division Goal 1: Assure the best possible park experience for all segments of the population. Objectives: 1.1 – Provide special attention to facility upkeep, including a high standard of quality maintenance, safety and cleanliness. 1.2 – Replace worn or obsolete equipment or facilities where indicated by changed needs and conditions. 1.3 – Upgrade existing park and recreation facilities to more adequately and efficiently serve the population.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 9 1.4 – Provide barrier-free site access for the physically impaired. Goal 2: Continue growth and education among staff. Objectives: 2.1 – Send employees to various maintenance related classes to help continue their training and knowledge. 2.2 – Increase the number of CPSI certified employees by 2. 2.3 – Increase the number of certified pesticide applicators by 2. 2.4 – Hire additional staff to keep pace with our park growth and in order to maintain the expected level of service. 2.5 – Implement job description changes to reflect the growth of the department. Goal 3: Create a program that will promote the growth of native trees and plants within our parks system. Objectives: 3.1 – Decrease the number of non-native plants being planted in parks by 75%. 3.2 – Institute a mass removal of invasive plants within parks by 2022. 3.3 – Begin educating the public on the importance of native plants through programs, events and marketing. Goal 4: Begin an Arborist program to promote tree health and safety within our parks system. Objectives: 4.1 – Increase the awareness of bug infestations in park trees. 4.2 – Treat and or remove diseased trees within parks. 4.3 – Begin planting a minimum of fifteen to twenty trees a year to offset the number of trees being removed. For every tree removed, replace with one new tree. 4.4 – Begin the removal of dead wood from the tops of trees within the parks. 4.5 – Begin educating the public on the importance of trees and tree health through programs, events and marketing. Golf Division Forest Park Goal 1: Establish Forest Park as an alternative golf course with traditional charm in a setting of natural beauty. Objectives: 1.1 – Develop a master plan process that will evaluate capital improvements for the subsequent year, a 3-5 year period, and a 10-year period, and overall management. 1.2 – Maintain a tree, shrub and flower beautification program designed to attract passers-by to the natural beauty of the total Forest Park complex, a golf course within an arboretum. 1.3 – Coordinate administrative goals with goals of the Director, Director of Golf and Golf Course Superintendent.

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Goal 2: Maintain and enhance Forest Park Golf Course as the center point for golfing tradition in Noblesville such that it can be appreciated by and conducive to all levels of golfers. Objectives: 2.1 – Maintain a formal operating maintenance and standards program and expense budget prepared for and managed throughout the year. 2.2 – Establish a tree replacement program. 2.3 – Increase course appeal and play through customer service, promotion, course conditions and reinvestment. 2.4 – Enhance the center practice area to provide more practice options and a turf nursery. Goal 3: Develop and implement plans which assure an attractive golf course, enhance golf courtesy, care of the course, and speed of play. Objectives: 3.1 – Develop golf cart operation, policies and procedures that protect areas surrounding tees, greens, and bunkers from golf cart wear and damage. 3.2 – Develop a program that emphasizes proper landscaping of flowers, trees and shrubs. 3.3 – Provide leadership through the Director of Golf and staff which encourages junior and family golf at Forest Park. 3.4 – Develop and implement a plan that encourages, monitors and manages golf course courtesy and speed of play. Fox Prairie Goal 1: Maintain and enhance Fox Prairie Golf Course as Hamilton County’s foremost public golf course in terms of challenge, course conditions and value. Objectives: 1.1 – Develop a master plan process that will evaluate capital improvements for the subsequent year, a 3-5 year period, a 10-year period, and overall improvement. 1.2 – Maintain a formal operating maintenance and standards program and expense budget prepared for and managed throughout the year. 1.3 – Safeguard course appeal and play through customer services, promotion, course conditions and reinvestment. 1.4 – Continue cart path program so play can continue despite poor weather conditions. 1.5 – Establish a complete bunker renovation program. 1.6 – Coordinate administrative goals with goals of the Director, Director of Golf and Golf Course Superintendent. 1.7 – Establish a complete irrigation replacement program for original 18 holes. 1.8 – Renovate Outing Pavilion to attract more outings and banquets to our facility.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 11 Goal 2: Develop and implement plans which assure an attractive golf course, enhance golf courtesy, care of the course, and speed of play. Objectives: 2.1 – Develop golf cart operation, policies and procedures that protect areas surrounding tees, greens, and bunkers from golf cart wear and damage. 2.2 – Develop a program that emphasizes proper landscaping of flowers, trees and shrubs. 2.3 – Implement a bridge replacement program with concern for player safety. 2.4 – Provide leadership through the Golf Pro and staff which encourages junior and family golf at Fox Prairie. 2.5 – Develop and implement a plan that encourages, monitors and manages golf course courtesy and speed of play. Goal 3: Hire and train new staff to fill positions left vacant due to retirement and replacement. Objectives: 3.1– Train and educate new staff in the Golf operation including the Forest Park assistant superintendent and full time maintenance laborers and teach them advanced golf course processes and tasks. 3.3 – Provide leadership so new employees learn to do tasks the safe and correct way. Recreation Division Goal 1: Maximize programming in facilities and parks. Objectives: 1.1 – Each Recreation Team Member conducts a facility and park scheduling audit each year. 1.2 – Utilize scheduling audit for researching optimum programming choices. 1.3 – Implement researched programs into facility and park audit open spaces. Goal 2: Develop Performance Management Systems to develop clear expectations and staff engagement. Objectives: 2.1 – Conduct individual meetings with each Recreation Team Member- each season of the year. 2.2 – Develop agreed upon goals each season that tie directly back to our mission and the Mayor’s pillars. 2.3 – Hold reflection meetings at the end of each season to evaluate goal performance. Goal 3: Purposefully create a culture of innovation and excellence. Objectives: 3.1 – Each Recreation Team Staff Member will develop 1-4 innovative ideas each year. 3.2 – Hold meetings with Recreation Team Members to determine true professional motivators.

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3.3 – Develop a Recreation Master Plan before 2026. Goal 4: Solidify Foundations for Programming/Program Development and Customer Service. Objectives: 4.1 – Define and formalize concepts, production, cycles in meetings with Recreation Team. 4.2 – Conduct program life cycle audits in the fall of each year to create a healthy program- offering menu. 4.3 – Create and implement a customer service training that focuses on safety, courtesy, experience, and efficiency with each Recreation Team staff member. Facilities-Rentals Goal 1: Increase Shelter and Picnic Area Rental Revenue each year by 10% and 15% respectfully. Objectives: 1.1 – Work with Recreation Manager to create a Facility Rental Feedback Form to be sent out after each rental. 1.2 – Utilize results from Feedback Form to generate action plans for implementation. 1.3 – Identify current maintenance standards and ensure they meet customer expectations. 1.4 – Research area agencies to ensure we are pricing accordingly annually. 1.5 – Research area agencies for new shelter and picnic area features for possible implementation. Goal 2: Increase Inn, Lodge, Green Room and Station 76 Rental Revenue by 5% each year. Objectives: 2.1 – Work with Recreation Manager to create a Rental Feedback Form to be sent out after each rental. 2.2 – Utilize results from Feedback Form to generate action plans for implementation. 2.3 – Identify current maintenance standards and ensure they meet customer expectations. 2.4 – Research area agencies to ensure we are pricing accordingly annually. 2.5 – Research area agencies for new building features and amenities for possible implementation. Goal 3: Research, develop and implement a Rock Crawler RC Track at an approved park location. Objectives: 3.1 – Gauge interests through needs assessment tools. 3.2 – Upon completion of positive assessment, get approval from Assistant Park Director. 3.3 – Conduct an inventory checklist of existing equipment. 3.4 – Acquire equipment quotes and develop a sponsorship package. 3.5 – Develop a very basic-mini master plan to guide the project to completion. 3.6 – Develop a volunteer group for maintenance/upkeep sessions each week.

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Recreation Programming-Events Goal 1: Increase program revenue and consistency by 15% each year. Objectives: 1.1 – Provide at least 6 programs or events each year for the following market groups: Pre/K, K-12, Family, Adaptive, Mental Health, Adult, and Seniors. 1.2 – Maintain program cancelation rate lower than 15% each year due to low enrollment. 1.3 – Perform participant surveys at the end of every program to gain perspective on the participants wants and needs from programming. Goal 2: Improve overall quality and customer satisfaction of camps. Objectives: 2.1 – Discover community needs through feedback collected from program evaluation surveys. 2.2 – Re-Energize camp programming to increase participation each year for Dillon Park: Fill to 90% capacity, Forest Park: Fill to 100% capacity and Preschool Camp: Fill to 80% capacity. 2.3 – Enhance the quality of school break camps through games, crafts, and scheduled field trips for campers. 2.4 – Evaluate current models for Fall/Winter/Spring Break Camps, and Summer Camps and continually seek ways to keep camps fun, unique and high quality. Goal 3: Maintain a positive program budget to ensure all costs are covered. Objectives: 3.1 – Hold quarterly budget reviews to maintain cost recovery for all programs; maintain at least 15% positive variance from actual expenses. 3.2 – Maintain program cancelation rate lower than 15% each year due to low enrollment, to prevent having to provide refunds from the bottom line. 3.3 – Hold weekly budget reviews to maintain cost recovery for camps; maintain at least 30%. Goal 4: Improve quality of Rec2Go Programming in regard to team building, corporate events, family reunions, and preschool/school organizations. Objectives: 4.1 – Maintain drop-in programs for Rec2Go Van at least twice a month during summer months, stopping at city parks, random locations, or scheduled sites. Drop-in programs will remain free to the public. 4.2 – Fee structure should cover all staffing and equipment replacement for Rec2Go Programming.

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4.3 – Obtain a full part-time programming staff consisting of 2 programmers and 1 naturalist. This will allow us to have more opportunities to provide additional Rec2Go Programming on a consistent basis throughout the year. Goal 5: Increase our current number of contracted program offerings. Objectives: 5.1-Work with Recreation Manager to research trending program areas and implement and to add 5 new contracted programs by 2026. Recreation Annex Goal 1: Provide the best possible urban recreation experience for all guests at The Recreation Annex by improving structural integrity of facility. Objectives: 1.1 — Monitor facility upkeep weekly, submit maintenance, safety, cleanliness issues with a goal of 100% usable spaces at all times by 2024. 1.2 — Replace worn or obsolete performance space equipment, intentionally complete a rehab of The Auditorium at the Annex by 2024. 1.3 — Install and maintain projector screens and projectors in Parks Classrooms. 1.4 — Maintain and improve communication with other organizations within the Ivy Tech Hamilton County Campus Community Center to ensure seamless flow of rental information to appropriate entities and reduce equipment wear and tear. 1.5 — Assess ADA compliance of Parks and Recreation Annex entrances, particularly Door 18, and fix or replace broken pavement to provide all participants and guests equal access to facility. 1.6 — Purchase and maintain facility rental furniture for special events, to reduce reliance on current loan system we have in place. 1.7 — Assess, fix or replace cabling system on basketball goals to insure continued usability. Goal 2: Create and run a “Parks and Recreation Performing Arts” Community-Based Theater Program. Objectives: 2.1 — Plan with Recreation Program Coordinator of Events how to make a theatrical performance into a program. 2.2 — Research possible plays to allow for widest community involvement. 2.3 — Create a budget, materials and staffing plan for implementation of performing arts program. 2.4 — Work toward a two show “season” for 2022-2023, with a Community Christmas play and a spring musical. 2.5 — Incorporate stand-alone programs on makeup, set building, lighting design, acting, improvisation, playwriting, voice and music no later than 2023-2024.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 15 2.6 — By 2024, have a standard two show season AND individual theater programming as regular offerings in the Parks programming lineup. 2.7 — By 2024, create and run a Parks and Recreation Summer Theater Camp, in conjunction with our partner, Attic Theatre. Goal 3: Create a successful winter concert series for The Auditorium at the Annex. Objectives: 3.1 — Create an overall vision for the concert series, with plans for 3 concerts per year in the November-March timeframe when Federal Hill Commons and Dillon Park concert series are dormant. 3.2 — Work with a concert promoter to create a lineup of viable performer options that will attract audience members to the facility. 3.3 — Work with Community Development Manager to market and promote the new concert series in at least three different platforms annually by 2024. 3.4 — By 2023, have a three concert series lined up and ready to promote/sell no later than August, so that the indoor concert series can be promoted at the end of the season outdoor concerts. 3.5 — Work with Community Development Manager to get concert sponsorship for each season, reducing cost of concert series and increasing community promotion. 3.6 — By 2024, have food/beverage vendors for each indoor concert event. 3.7 — By 2024, venue at seventy-five percent of capacity (260 audience members), or discontinue concert series. Goal 4: Increase special-event and “one time only” programming to include comedians, touring artists, and community-focused programming. Objectives: 4.1 — Research cost of touring comedians/guest speakers such as Pat McAfee, Ryan Neimiller, and Jeff Dunham and “family friendly” acts, such as puppet shows and touring children’s theater companies. 4.2 — Create projected budget and calendar placement for both adult and family-friendly events. 4.3 — Work with Community Development Manager so costs of special event programming are covered by sponsorship. 4.4 — By 2024, have at least one adult and one family-friendly special event during the winter season at The Auditorium at the Annex. Goal 5: Improve quality of staff training and customer service for all rentals at The Recreation Annex. Objectives: 5.1 — Clarify job description of “Facility Monitor” at The Recreation Annex to include additional duties required by the facility.

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5.2 — Create an “Employee Handbook” for The Recreation Annex, which includes customer service guidelines to be followed by all staff at The Recreation Annex and utilizes specified training standards for every new-hire employee, starting with 2020 hiring. 5.3 — Create, train and certify staff on “Standard Operating Procedures” for all regularly occurring activities at The Recreation Annex. 5.4 — Revise staff cleaning expectations and re-train all current staff on mandatory cleaning procedures. 5.5 — By 2021, incorporate reading and signatory document into training of all new-hire staff which signifies reading and compliance with Annex Employee Handbook, understanding of Standard Operating Procedures, and cleaning expectations. Also, certify all existing staff members on these items. 5.6 — From 2021 forward, complete employee evaluations in a timely fashion based upon structured criteria and tie wage increases to completion of staff goals. 5.7 — Create and adhere to a policy regarding non-compliance with standard operating procedures by any employees working at The Recreation Annex. 5.8 — Utilize a “customer satisfaction survey” after each rental to find areas for improvement, and address any rental issues immediately to both grow community rental customer base and improve rental customer experience. Goal 6: Increase rental revenue at The Recreation Annex by fifty percent. Objectives: 6.1 — Ninety-five percent return rate of all existing teams and facility rentals. 6.2 — Work with Community Development Manager to market facility rental for community events to include birthday parties, weddings, and high school reunions, with the intent of one community event per month by 2024. 6.3 — Promote the Auditorium at the Annex to local community theaters with a target of all Hamilton County civic theater organizations (Belfry, Carmel Community Players and Westfield Players) doing at least one show per season in the space. 6.4 — Work with local dance studios to encourage use of Auditorium at the Annex for dance performance, with the aim of achieving at least four dance recitals per year. 6.5 — Contact coaches from 2016 through 2018 rental years with new Facility Rental Agreement, with a goal of at least four clients returning to a Parks rental. 6.6 — Build a relationship with Boys and Girls Club of Noblesville; achieve an agreement where any overflow clients at Boys and Girls Club will be directed to The Recreation Annex. 6.7 — Revise the current pickleball drop-in calendar to maximize usage and reduce staffing costs. 6.8 — Ultimately, reach a goal of year-round usage of the facility, with at least 7 rentals per week every week of the calendar year by 2024. Goal 7: Transition twenty-five percent of programming from Lodge/Inn spaces to The Recreation Annex.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 17 Objectives: 7.1 — Work with Recreation Program Coordinator of Events to create or reboot daytime senior programming for the classrooms. 7.2 — Work with Recreation Program Coordinator of Facilities to transition classes which would work in gym spaces from the Lodge and Inn to The Recreation Annex. 7.3 — Work with Recreation Coordinator of Events to move at least one out of every four Girl Scout classes, as applicable to curriculum, to The Recreation Annex, and create Girl Scout programming which can be at The Recreation Annex from its inception.

Relationship with the School Corporation Currently, the Park and Recreation Board utilize the law allowing a school board member to serve on the Park and Recreation Board. An ongoing relationship between the two entities needs to continue to be nurtured to maximize mutual benefits in the areas of programming and facilities.

The Park Board for 2021 – 2025 Name Email Term Expiration Rebecca McCuaig (R), President [email protected] 12/31/2025 Steve Rogers (D), Vice President [email protected] 12/31/2021 Scott Noel (R), Member [email protected] 12/31/2022 Angie Sutton (D), Member [email protected] 12/31/2023 Joe Forgey, School Board Appointee [email protected] Abbey Hash, Secretary [email protected]

The Park Board meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM at The Green Room at Federal Hill Commons. At these times, the Board approves claims and payment of bills, makes policy and operational decisions, approves requests for use of park facilities, and receives an update on department activity. The meetings are open to the public.

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Noblesville Parks & Recreation Organizational Structure

Citizens Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department Organizational Chart 2020 Mayor City Council

Park Board

Director

Assistant Office Director of Golf Director Manager

Golf Course Recreation Community Park Maintenance Superintendent Manager Development Superintendent Secretary

Manager

Recreation Recreation Recreation Assistant Park Program Program Program Maintenance Assistant Golf Coordinator – Coordinator - Coordinator – Assistant Golf Facilities Annex Superintendent Course Events Course Superintendent Superintendent Fox Prairie Forest Park Part-Time Part-Time Part-Time Seasonal Seasonal Seasonal Crew Leader Golf Course Golf Course Crew Leader Crew Leader Crew Leader Landscape Trails Laborer Arborist Forest Park Dillon Park Federal Hill Laborer Laborer Finch Creek Technician Technician

Facilities Laborer Part-Time Part-Time Laborer Part-Time Laborer Seasonal Seasonal Technician Seasonal Part-Time Laborer Seasonal

Part-Time Seasonal

Noblesville Parks Foundation The Noblesville Parks Foundation is a joint venture between the parks and their citizen supporters to serve as a fundraising auxiliary for the Noblesville Parks & Recreation Department and its programs. The Foundation also serves as a volunteer coordination resource for the department. This shared adventure in community enrichment allows the Foundation to provide donors the opportunity to contribute to valuable programs and services provided by the Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department. The purpose of the Foundation consists of three main principles: 1. To support parks and green spaces in Noblesville through the education of the public and the promotion of the opportunities and benefits of parks. 2. To dedicate, organize, and provide volunteers. 3. To secure donations, grants, and other financial aid to fund the development and improvement of Noblesville's parks and green space. The Foundation will also receive funds and/or property, gifts, and bequests.

Noblesville Parks Foundation Members Sam Robinson, President Brandon Bennett, Ex Officio Trish Crist, Vice President J.D. Durst, Member Terri Sigman-Kennedy, Secretary Steven Rogers, Park Board Liaison Stacy Ambler, Treasurer Vacant, Appointed by Mayor

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 19 Fiscal Resources The Noblesville Board of Parks & Recreation’s main source of Departmental Funding comes from property tax levy and the issue of bonds for capital projects. Traditionally, the Park Board has used the Park Fund to finance the administration, programming, supplies, maintenance and day-to-day operational expenses. The monetary source of the Park Fund is property tax, excise tax and department revenue. The issuance of Bonds has been for the capital improvements and/or development of parks and their facilities. Assessed Value (as of 1/1/2020): ...... $ 3,672,489,074 Debt Limit (as of 1/1/2020): ...... $ 22,540,924 Debt Applicable to Limit (as of 1/1/2020): ...... $ 7,315,000 Debt Capacity Available: ...... $ 15,225,924

Departmental Budget Analysis The following chart represents the departmental budget and spending from 2015 through 2019.

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Accomplishments and Changes Noblesville Parks provides recreation and special events each year for the citizens of Noblesville and surrounding communities. Parks are a key component of Noblesville’s quality of life and require much attention and planning to meet the needs of its citizens and visitors. To this end Noblesville is committed to providing excellence in facilities and services for the people of Noblesville as well as in training and support for the park staff. The following are accomplishments, improvements and changes over the past five years as recorded in Noblesville Parks & Recreation Department’s Year-End Reports. 2015 The Recreation Division welcomed a new staff member to replace our retiring Recreation Director, Susie Davis. We opened the Recreation Annex at Ivy Tech, revamped the contractor run programs to allow for more revenue opportunities for the parks and ran more classes with part-time staff rather than contract everything out. Participation in classes increased as did revenue. Improvements were made to the parks by replacing several shelter lights with energy efficient LED lighting which provide a cost savings, and better security lighting in the park. Electronic locks were added to our outdoor restrooms to prevent access in the evenings, thus reducing vandalism. Permanent concrete cornhole pits were added in Forest Park. The extensive and expensive ash tree removal in Forest Park and Dillon Park, identifying the most hazardous trees began. The Administrative Division continued their efforts in planning and implementation. Three major plans were completed in 2015 including the Recreation Impact Fee, the Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan, and the 5 Year Master Plan update. These plans are the guide to our future and take considerable time and consideration for the future of Noblesville Parks. We also hosted several successful events, both internal and external. Our concert series was fantastic again and the team has really succeeded in creating memorable special events. Manpower continues to be an issue as we grow. We will need to address those needs as Finch Creek Park is developed, start to think about a full-time marketing person as well as adding to our recreation team in order to continue offering new and creative programs and events. As we take on new facilities such as the Recreation Annex, our opportunities for success continue to grow. In order to take advantage of those opportunities we will need to add to our team. We are currently trying to work through all of this with part-time staff, but will need to address this with full-time staff in the future. Some of the money generated from these opportunities can go to help pay the salaries and benefits based on the business models that are developed. We also continue to explore partnership opportunities to alleviate some of our operations issues. We had one of our best years that we have had in the golf operation in several years…even after battling one of the wettest summers we have had on record. We were also blessed with one of the warmest and driest falls we have had which allowed us to recover from our early losses. If we have good weather we are able to drive revenue.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 21 2016 2016 was an incredibly busy year with a number of new faces, projects and improvements for the Parks Department. A summer full of events, golf, and recreation programs proved to be one of the best years yet. The construction of Federal Hill Commons neared completion in 2016. The park will officially open Spring 2017 and will provide greenspace and another amenity to our downtown. The recreation division hired a new assistant recreation director and charged ahead with Noble Kids Camps and new in-house recreation programming opportunities. The award- winning Recreation Annex at Ivy Tech Community College Hamilton County Campus continues to be successful, with more than $24,000 in revenue and the addition of the auditorium. The maintenance division continues to improve the safety and beauty of our parks. Improvements made in 2016 include replacing several facilities with energy efficient LED lights, adding automated door locks to the outdoor restrooms in Forest Park and resurfacing the trail bridge on Lakeview Drive. A Bicentennial Tree was planted at Forest Park to honor Indiana’s 200th birthday. The “Tree of Hope” was part of an Eagle Scout project, one of two conducted at our parks last year. At Dillon Park, a Gaga Pit was built between the playground and restroom building. Planned park improvements in 2017 include continuing LED light conversions at multiple parks, surface repaving and Shelter No. 3 replacement at Forest Park, seal coating and striping parking lots at Dillon Park, and starting phase one of Finch Creek Park. In order to handle the city’s growth of population, the parks system must continue to grow in acreage and staffing. A number of golf course improvements were made including bunker edging (which will conclude in 2017) and bridge work. The driving range had a number of trees planted and received a facelift, which gave it a new and improved visual aesthetic. 2017 A summer full of events, golf, and recreation programs proved to be one of the best years yet. Noblesville hosted and held more than 80 community events including 55 at Federal Hill Commons. These events were well received and attended by the community and brought in more than 150,000 attendees. In addition to free events, Noblesville Parks donated over $62,000 in staff and facility support to local not-for-profits in 2017. The city also worked with the Clauson family and Indiana Racing Memorial to memorialize Bryan Clauson with a historical marker and bench in Forest Park. In 2017, the city opened Federal Hill Commons, began construction on Finch Creek Park and held public meetings to update Seminary Park. Southside Park also received renovations to its amenities. The parks staff added two new full-time employees in the maintenance division. Two Eagle Scout projects enhanced city parks with the addition of a bocce ball pit in Forest Park and a swing bench at Hague Road Nature Haven. The partnership between Noblesville Parks and Ivy Tech Community College of Hamilton County continues to increase. The Recreation Annex had more than 20,000 participants last

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year and the parks department also has taken over management of the auditorium and foyer rental space. Park improvements in 2017 included LED light conversions at multiple parks, surface repaving and Shelter No. 3 replacement at Forest Park, and seal coating and striping parking lots at Dillon Park. A number of golf course improvements were made, such as bunker edging. Driving range mats were also replaced so the range can be open in adverse conditions. Moving the tee boxes around also allows the natural turf areas to regrow on the range. 2018 2018 was a great year for Noblesville Parks & Recreation - despite the rain - for golfing, special events and programming. Noblesville held or hosted more than 100 events in its parks. These events were well received and attended by the community and brought in over 170,000 attendees. In addition to free events, Noblesville Parks donated over $65,000 in staff and facility support to local nonprofits in 2018. The support went to assist their special events and programs within the park system. 2018 also saw major upgrades to existing parks and park facilities. A show light system was installed at the First Merchants Pavilion at Federal Hill Commons to improve the performances held there. Forest Park saw many improvements including a new Shelter No. 3, a new center restroom, the resurfacing of the tennis courts, and the entire park was crack-filled and seal coated. Nine lightning detectors were also installed throughout the park system (including athletic facilities) to ensure park patron safety during events and programs. Street and parking lot lights at Dillon Park were updated to LED lights to lessen the cost of electricity. Public art was installed in a number of places including the crosswalks and north restroom building at Forest Park. Noblesville Parks partnered with Economic Development to implement a city wide bike share system. The goal is to continue to expand the trail system in Noblesville and add accessible bikes so that all residents can utilize the bike share program. The city spent $1.40 per capita on hosting free events in 2018 (adding in sponsorship funds raised drops the amount to $0.59 per capita). Golf course improvements made in 2018 include sodding many bare areas in the fairways, seeding over 15 acres of rough, and replacing 30 old and outdated sprinklers. TeeSnap was added as a new software provider and tee sheet. Officials are looking at future improvements including non-golf revenue going forward.

The Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department was awarded Indiana Parks and Recreation Association’s (IPRA) Park Agency of the Year for 2018. Judged by an independent, out-of-state panel, the award is based on accomplishments, projects, programing and new partnerships the parks department has achieved throughout the years. Also recognized by IPRA as the Distinguished Life Member of the Year for 2018 was Noblesville Parks Maintenance Superintendent, Randy Neff, who has served Noblesville for 27 years and will retire on March 15, 2019.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page B – 23 2019 2019 was another great year for Noblesville Parks & Recreation. Noblesville held or hosted more than 100 events and rentals in its park locations. Over 180,000 plus attendees enjoyed the impressive events produced by Noblesville Parks & Recreation. Over 6,000 people participated in a variety of recreational program classes. In addition to free events, Noblesville Parks donated over $70,000 in staff and facility support to local nonprofits in 2019. The support went to assist their special events and programs within the park system. 2019 also saw park improvements to many existing parks and facilities. Seminary Park received a new gazebo, landscaping and pathways. The Charters of Freedom were installed at Federal Hill Commons and showcase life-size replicas of The Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights and Constitution. Forest Park saw many improvements including remodeling the offices at the Forest Park Inn to add two new offices to the space, 40 picnic tables were upgraded to enhance visitors experience and the carousel concession building was also remodeled to prepare for Parks staff to take over operations. Parking lots were seal coated at the Green Room at Federal Hill Commons as well as at the Noblesville Soccer Fields. Phase III of the Midland Trace Trail was completed in 2019. In addition, the 100th mile of trails, connector sidewalks and greenways was installed at the Levee Trail. In 2019, the Fox Prairie and Forest Park Golf Courses installed a new drainage system as well as replaced 30 old and outdated sprinkler heads. Officials are looking at future improvements including bunker renovations and a new irrigation system for the Fox Prairie course. In addition, staff will continue to look at various ways to create other non-golf revenue going forward. A tree identification project, completed by an Eagle Scout, at Forest Park helped provide a new interpretive learning opportunity for visitors. The Mayor’s Youth Council in conjunction with the Noblesville Parks Foundation provided nine free little libraries to the Noblesville Parks and Recreation Department. One library is available in every Noblesville parks- two in Forest Park - and one in the pocket park downtown.

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) took effect January 26, 1992 guarantees that access to recreation and play settings is now a civil right for all Americans.

The City of Noblesville has addressed ADA in its Civilian Handbook, Chapter 1, Section 1.5, as well as in City of Noblesville Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan, a copy of which can be found in the Appendix of this document. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to: Andrew Rodewald, P.E. (317) 776-6330 [email protected]

Noblesville Parks is committed to implementing universal design principles in all renovations and new construction throughout the park system for the use of visitors and patrons of the park facilities and programs.

Noblesville Parks system is committed to applying universal design principles throughout the park system’s facilities and programs. Each year ADA compliance improvements are applied in both renovations and new improvements. While the ongoing, annual ADA improvements are not noted, or called out, singularly they are embedded within the identified capital improvements. Other annual renovations of parks and facilities where ADA compliance are needed are handled through the annual department budget.

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Section C: Park Inventory Existing Recreation Facilities ...... Page C – 3 Noblesville Park Properties ...... Page C – 3 Noblesville Trail System ...... Page C – 4 Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan 2020 ...... Page C – 7 Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan Sample Portion ...... Page C – 8 Noblesville Park System Service Area ...... Page C – 9 Noblesville Park Inventory Matrix ...... Page C – 10 Dr. James A. Dillon Park ...... Page C – 11 Finch Creek Park & Fieldhouse ...... Page C – 12 Federal Hill Commons ...... Page C – 13 Forest Hill Nature Preserve ...... Page C – 14 Forest Park & Forest Park Golf Course ...... Page C – 15 Fox Prairie Golf Course ...... Page C – 16 Hague Road Nature Haven and Preserve ...... Page C – 17 Riverwalk Depot Park ...... Page C – 18 Seminary Park ...... Page C – 19 Soccer Fields ...... Page C – 20 Southside Park ...... Page C – 21 The Wetlands ...... Page C – 22 Noblesville General Program Inventory ...... Page C – 23

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Existing Recreation Facilities

Noblesville Parks currently manages over 876 acres of parkland in the City of Noblesville and is responsible for seven (7) developed parks (Dr. James A. Dillon Park, Federal Hill Commons, Finch Creek Park, Forest Park, Riverwalk Depot, Seminary Park, and Southside Park) They also have 109 acres of undeveloped properties (The Wetlands, Hague Road Preserve, Hague Road Nature Haven, and Forest Hill Nature Preserve) and operate two golf courses (Forest Park, a nine-hole historic course and Fox Prairie, a 27-hole championship course). Noblesville Parks also owns the Noblesville Soccer Fields, home of the Noblesville United Soccer Club.

The Noblesville Alternative Transportation (NAT) Plan (trails and greenways plan) is currently being updated and shows there is over 127 miles of trails, connector sidewalks and greenways throughout the community.

Through this fine park system, along with continued expansion of facilities and programs, the needs of the residents of Noblesville, as well as Wayne Township, continue to be met.

The pages that follow provide an inventory of the Noblesville Parks System. Included is an the Noblesville Alternative Transportation System Update, a Sample NAT Plan Portion, the Park System Service Area and the Facility Infrastructure Inventory, which includes the recreational opportunities that exist between the park sites, various schools and other facilities. Individual park site information follows in the form of aerial photographs and description. Noblesville Park Properties

Noblesville – Park Inventory Park Department Sites Acres Park Type Fox Prairie Golf Course 224.00 Community Forest Park Golf Course 49.10 Community Forest Park Complex 103.50 Community South Side Park 5.00 Neighborhood Seminary Park 1.50 Neighborhood Soccer Fields 30.25 Community The Wetlands Areas 9.92 Special Hague Road Nature Haven 43.70 Community Hague Road Preserve 94.00 Special Dillion Park 86.81 Community Forest Hill Nature Preserve 4.82 Community Riverwalk Depot Park 0.50 Special Finch Creek Park 193.90 Community Federal Hill Commons 6.34 Community Midland Trace Trail 15.61 Special Levee Trail 5.03 Special Stony Creek Trail 2.75 Special Noblesville Alt. Transport. NAT 0.00 Special

SUBTOTAL 876.73

Park Type Breakdown Total Acres Percentage Community Park Acres 742.42 84.68% Neighborhood Park Acres 6.50 0.74% Block Park Acres 0.00 0.00% Special Park Acres 127.81 14.58% TOTALS 876.73 100.00% Totals Do Not Include “Other”/“School” Facilities Acres

Park Development Status Total Acres Percentage Developed Parks 506.50 57.77% Special Park Acres 127.81 14.58% Undeveloped Parks 242.42 27.65% TOTALS 876.73 100.00%

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Noblesville Trail System

Noblesville Alternative Transportation (NAT) Plan Vision “The City of Noblesville envisions a future where there is growth and unifications of community recreation, programs, services and facilities. A comprehensive, integrated, connected transportation network that forms a balance in access, mobility and safety needs of community residents of all ages and abilities. The promotion of these resources and the contributions of individuals will result in an enhanced quality of life.”

The Noblesville Alternative Transportation (NAT) Plan The Noblesville NAT master plan was initiated in 2004 and identified both the in-place trails and the potential future trails. Over the years the NAT Plan Updates have provided guidelines for the incorporation of the NAT Plan into the City’s Thoroughfare Plan. Other plan inclusions included trail design guidelines, trailheads and signage/graphics standards. The proposed routes and pathways segments of the Noblesville Alternative Transportation (NAT) Plan will cover over close to 250 miles throughout the city connecting adjacent municipalities and county amenities. The NAT Plan was recently updated and, at this time, has over 100 miles in place. These miles include existing asphalt miles (83.48), existing concrete miles (16.73), and existing crosswalk miles (4.56). There are also 14.50 blueway miles in the Cicero Creek and White River. The Update of the Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan is a separate document from this Master Plan Update, however the Priority NAT Trail segments have been noted in the Action Plan of this Master Plan document. In 2016, Hamilton County and the City of Noblesville broke ground on the third and final phase of the Riverwalk trail project. Phase 3 completed the half-mile trail along the east side of the White River and connected the two completed portions of trail between Conner and Logan streets behind the Judicial Center. In 2018, the city extended the Riverwalk south from Division Street to Southside Park. In February 2017, Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness and Hamilton County Commissioners announced a joint partnership to develop the Nickel Plate Trail, a 14-foot wide paved pedestrian and bicycle trail connecting the two cities from 96th Street in Fishers to Pleasant Street in Noblesville, totaling 9.2 miles. The Nickel Plate Trail would be developed over the existing Nickel Plate Rail line. The partnership complements both cities’ long-range trails plans, connects the two communities and activates the space year-round. The trail was developed under a federal program as part of its National Trails System Act. The Act established the federal rail banking program which allows the owners of the rail corridor to convert the railroad to a pedestrian trail, while preserving the right to re-establish rail service. The rail banking process is overseen by the federal Surface Transportation Board. In 2019, the City of Noblesville began three trail projects that will result in more than 100 miles of trails in place. These include:

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• The third phase of Midland Trace Trail connecting Willowview Road to Hague Road. Once completed, this provides a critical connection between existing and proposed trail sections that connect downtown Noblesville to Westfield, Zionsville, and the Monon Trail System. • Levee Trail is to be built in two phases. Once complete, it will connect Morse Park Beach north to 216th Street and south to downtown Noblesville. • The final installment of the Riverwalk extension will add a 1-mile stretch from Division Street to Southside Park. The Riverwalk will run continuously from Southside Park to Forest Park. NAT PLAN 2020 PRIORITY TRAIL SEGMENTS The Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan – 2020 identified Priority Trail Segments for consideration over the next five years. These trail segments are identified below: • Segment 2a – Little Chicago Road Trail • Segment 3a – 209th St. / Carrigan Road Trail • Segment 4 – Levee Trail • Segment 12 – Midland Trace Trail • Segment 27 – Hague Road Trail • Segment 32 – Nickel Plate Trail • Segment 35 – Greenfield-West Trail • Segment 38 – Stoney Creek East Trail • Segment 42 – 10th St. / Allisonville Road Trail/Connector • Segment 47a – Promise Road Trail • Segment 66 – 146th / Corporate Campus Parkway Trail • Segment 82 – Legacy School Crossing into Forest Park Trail • Segment 87 – 156th St. Trail / Connector • Segment 100 – SMC Blvd. Trail • Segment 105 – Federal Hill Commons Trail Trail Gaps – In addition to the identified trail segments, noted above, the City will continue to identify “gaps” in trail segments throughout the City. Such trail segment gaps will be addressed with continuous trails infills when adjacent right of way and street work is done throughout the coming years. Additional Staffing – Over the next five years it is anticipated the need for additional staff to monitor and manage the development and maintenance of the NAT System. While this position would be full-time, it would be assumed that the role of this position would be shared between other City departments.

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The following page illustrates the overall NAT Plan. This is followed by an enlarged sample portion of the NAT Plan. Following those maps are the Noblesville Park System Service Area map and Noblesville Parks Inventory Matrix.

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Noblesville Parks – FACILITY INFRASTRUCTURE INVENTORY Information Provided by City of Noblesville City Wide Analysis (All Facilities) PARKS* SCHOOLS** OTHER

Current Current Total Facilities in Facilities Facility Inventory of Shool Twp.)

the Park within the School School* Courses

Facilities Ivy Tech* Dillon Park Dillon

Dept.* Comm.** Soccer Fields Wayne Twps. Wayne Morse Beach Southside Park Seminary Park Bridge Potter's Legacy Christian Finch Creek Park North Elementary Grace of Lady Our Hoosier FC Soccer Yard & Golf Course) White River Church The Wetlands Areas Golf (non-city) Public NAT in Noblesville & Federal Hill Commons Indy Premiere Soccer Hague Road Preserve Riverwalk Depot Park Hazel Dell Elementary Fox Prairie Golf Course Noblesville East Middle Noblesville High School Finch Creek Fieldhouse White River Greenway White River Elementary Noblesville West Middle Stony Creek Elementary Hinkle Creek Elementary St. Theodore Guerin High Promise Road Elementary Forest Park (Includes Train Forest Park (Includes Hague Road Nature Haven Noble Crossing Elementary Forest Hill Nature Preserve (Wayne Elementary Durbin Baseball Diamonds (13yrs ↑) 2.00 5.00 7.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Baseball Diamonds (12yrs ↓) 0.00 10.50 10.50 0.50 8.00 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 Softball Diamonds 1.00 11.00 12.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 6.00 1.00 2.00 Multi Purpose Fields (includes football) 3.00 17.00 20.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 5.00 1.00 Soccer Fields 15.00 22.00 37.00 15.00 1.00 3.00 2.00 6.00 6.00 4.00 Rugby Fields 0.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Tennis Courts 2.00 34.00 36.00 2.00 12.00 12.00 10.00 Pickleball Courts (outdoors) 6.00 0.00 6.00 2.00 4.00 Multi Purpose Indoor Sport Courts 0.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 Running / Walking Track (Comm) 0.00 3.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Basketball Goals (outdoors) 6.00 39.00 45.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 4.00 6.00 5.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 2.00 5.00 Volleyball Courts (outdoors) 4.00 1.00 5.00 4.00 1.00 Skate/Bike Park (Neighborhood) 2.00 0.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 Climbing / Challenge Elements 3.00 0.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 Park Shelters 12.00 9.00 21.00 1.00 5.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 4.00 1.00 Park Restrooms 18.00 15.00 33.00 4.00 6.00 1.00 3.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 3.00 1.00 Nature Havens Components 2.00 1.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Nature Center 0.50 1.00 1.50 0.50 1.00 Outdoor Entertain.Venue (amphitheatre) 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 Events Lawn (Acres) 4.00 0.00 4.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Community Centers (Community) 0.00 0.00 0.00 Playgrounds (Comm./Destination) 7.00 2.00 9.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Playgrounds (Neighborhood) 2.00 14.00 16.00 1.00 1.00 2.00* 4.00 3.00* 3.00* 3.00* 1.00 3.00* 4.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 Skating Rinks (hockey) Regional 0.00 0.00 0.00 Skating Area (non-hockey) 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 Swimming Pool / Aquatics Facilities 1.00 2.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Sprayground / SplashPad 3.00 0.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Golf Course 18-hole 2.00 4.00 6.00 1.50 0.50 4.00 Disc Golf Course - 18 hole 1.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 1.00 Foot Golf Course - 18 hole 0.00 0.00 0.00 Driving Range 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 Dog Park Area 0.00 0.00 0.00 Maintenance Facilities (Hub) 3.00 0.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Maintenance Facilities (Satellite) 3.00 0.00 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 Multi-use / Nature Pathways (miles) 100.00 0.00 100.00 100.00 Park / Open Space Acres 876.73 198.50 1075.23 224.00 152.60 5.00 1.50 30.25 9.92 43.70 94.00 86.81 193.90 6.34 4.82 0.50 23.39 5.50 22.00 6.50 4.00 4.00 6.50 3.50 14.50 20.00 4.00 19.00 13.00 5.00 17.00 9.00 6.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 4.00 NA 4.00 0.00 * Current Facilities Data. Only Inventory used to factor current level of service. Acres per various Trails: 15.61 Midland Trace Trail ** Current Facilities Inventory found within the community provided by Schools. 5.03 Levee Trail Golf Course and Driving Range Facilities Inventory provided by Others. 2.75 Stony Creek Trail

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Dr. James A. Dillon Park

Dr. James A. Dillon Park is approximately 86.81 acres of beautiful ground, established June 2, 2007, and located at 6001 Edenshall Lane. The park was named in memory and honor of Dr. James A. Dillon who served on the Noblesville Parks and Recreation Board for almost 40 years and was a physician in Noblesville for 50 years. Within the park are a splash park, disc golf course, a skate park, event space, multi-purpose playing fields, picnic shelter, playground, restrooms, and it is home for the Noblesville Elementary Football League. It has also led to the expanding of day-long summer camps, summer concert series, movies in the park and extended the trail system on Hazel Dell Road.

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Finch Creek Park and Fieldhouse

This 193.90 acre park site is located in Wayne Township on the east side of Noblesville. By acquiring this large parcel of property, Noblesville has committed to provide accessible parks and recreation facilities for people living east of State Road 32 and State Road 37, particularly, those in Wayne Township.

The City of Noblesville along with the owners of Klipsch-Card Athletic Facilities broke ground on a new $15 million, 130,000-square-foot youth sports facility in December 2017. The Finch Creek Park Fieldhouse on Boden Road includes five hardwood courts for basketball or volleyball, 75,000 square feet of indoor turf with 2 high school sized infields for baseball or softball, 2 full playing fields for football, soccer, lacrosse or rugby, 11 batting cages and a 10,000-square-foot athletic training facility. Finch Creek Park Fieldhouse is located on 10 acres within the 203 acres of Finch Creek Park.

Finch Creek Park construction began in 2018 and the park opened the summer of 2020. The park is located at 16233 Boden Road. Park amenities include four lighted pickleball courts, a lighted basketball court, playgrounds, picnic shelter, restrooms, a lighted, ground surface spray ground that doubles as an open plaza when the water is turned off. Phase two is currently under consideration. Construction timing is yet to be determined.

CEDAR CREEK TRL 166TH STREET

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Federal Hill Commons The area was once the heart of a bustling district known as Federal Hill, which was home to a school, popular ice cream shop and more, but the plot of land had become a barren field in an empty floodplain. As part of the effort to extend downtown to the west and across the White River, Mayor John Ditslear and his administration took a closer look at the 6.34 acres across from Riverview Hospital in 2014 and realized the endless possibilities for developing the area. UTILITY EASEMENT Three years later, Federal Hill /PROP TRL Commons officially opened

DILLONDILLON PARK PARK TRL TRL on May 13, 2017 with a grand opening celebration of activities, children’s games, DILLON PARK TRL live music and fireworks.

PROPPROP TRL TRL Federal Hill Commons CHERRY TREE TRL TREE CHERRY EDENSHALL LANE TRL TREE CHERRY DILLON PARK TRL includes a beautiful amphitheater, market plaza and event space, shelter, restrooms, public art, DILLON PARK TRL playground and Wi-Fi. Located on the northwest corner of the intersection of CHERRY TREE ROAD State Road 19 and State Road 32, the park is a gathering OVAL TRL OVAL TRL space for events and music 146TH STREET CITY LIMITS performances and serves as an economic development catalyst extending Downtown Noblesville across NORTH the White River. Federal Hill Commons includes the Green Room, a rental facility with overlook patio providing views of the events lawn and First Merchants Pavilion.

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Forest Hill Nature Preserve

Through an agreement between the City of Noblesville, Noblesville Schools and Legacy Christian School, Forest Hill Elementary School and a portion of land surrounding it was sold to Legacy Christian School. The city retained ownership of the woods off the north side of the property as well as a strip of land contiguous to the south boundary of the property, which has become part of the Noblesville Park system.

The property is approximately 4.82 acres and is currently undeveloped.

PEACH TRAIL

LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL LAKEVIEW DRIVE LAKEVIEW DRIVE

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Forest Park & Forest Park Golf Course

The beautiful Forest Park is a 152.60-acre park that was established in December 1925. Located at 701 Cicero Road at State Road 19 North it is home to a 9-hole golf course built in 1927, making it Hamilton County's oldest golf course. The Forest Park Inn, which overlooks the golf course, houses the Parks & Recreation Department and has banquet facilities available to rent.

Forest Park Lodge provides areas for recreational programming, summer camps and banquet facilities. Many improvements have been made over the years by replacing the shelters, building the Lodge, remodeling the Inn, updating playgrounds, building new restrooms and updating the “Little Beauty” carousel and “Tom Thumb” mini golf course.

Forest Park is also home to an outdoor aquatic center, which features a lined and heated Olympic-size 10-lane, 50-meter pool with slide, diving pool with springboards, beginner pool with fountains, sun deck, snack bar and locker rooms. The zero-entry pool's amenities include, "Leapin' Lizzie" the frog slide, geysers, and the wall of water. Visitors can also enjoy the picnic areas, skate park, playgrounds, sand volleyball courts, tennis courts, pickleball courts, basketball courts, corn hole boards, bocce ball pits, horseshoe pits and the Logan and Emerson Baseball Fields.

The Nickel Plate Express, a non-profit heritage railroad operates a number of excursions and caboose rides along 38 miles of former Nickel Plate Road line. Plans are being developed for Hobbs Station to help renovate the former train site and to create a more welcoming area for these Nickel Plate Express excursions running out of Forest Park. INDIANA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM

PROPOSED TRAIL FOREST PARK DRIVE

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CICERO AVE BLUEWAY TRAIL

WHITE RIVER NORTH TRAIL

FIELDFIELD DRDR TRAILTRAIL

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Fox Prairie Golf Course

The Fox Prairie Golf Course was constructed in 1969 through a City Bond Issue and was opened in 1970. This 27- championship hole course covers 224 acres located at 8465 E. 196th Street.

Given a 3.5 star rating by Golf Digest, this course features mature trees and interesting sand bunkers on each hole, four sets of tees, very large greens and a clubhouse with a sandwich shop and a fully stocked pro shop.

Adjacent to the east of the Golf Course are the Noblesville Parks soccer fields, operated by Noblesville United Soccer Club.

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Hague Road Nature Haven and Preserve

Hague Road Nature Haven is one part of what was formerly referred to as Hague Road Park. The 43.70-acre Nature Haven, as the name implies, remains in its natural state on the south side of State Road 38 at Hague Road.

Hague Road Preserve is on the north side of State Road 38 with Hague Road to the west and Lakeview Drive at its most northern tip. The Preserve is one of the most attractive natural spaces in the community and covers over 94 acres of nature including flora and fauna, trails, a pedestrian bridge and wetlands. The trails serve as a connector trail for neighborhoods from the west of Cicero Creek to downtown Noblesville.

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HAGUEHAGUE ROADROAD STATE ROAD 38

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Concept Plan by Lehman &

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Riverwalk Depot Park Riverwalk Depot opened October 2015 and was designed to beautify and revitalize a blighted trailhead adjacent to the Nickel Plate Railroad and a major intersection of the Noblesville Trail System. This half-acre park includes a walking pathway, a covered bench, a bicycle repair station and a sculptural bicycle rack, which is a one-of-a-kind 9-foot tall and 12-feet long metal sculpture of a large train engine.

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Seminary Park Seminary Park was established in 1983 on one and a half acres located between Tenth and Eleventh Streets and Division and Hannibal Streets. Facilities include a gazebo, small playground and landscaped, open green space. Seminary Park was remodeled in 2019 to beautify the neighborhood park and green space and make it more usable for the public. The remodel included adding more connectivity by upgrading walks and a new enlarged gazebo and plaza area. New park lighting illuminates the park at night and was added to accommodate planters and banners on the light poles. Other site amenities include new fencing, additional park benches, trash receptacles and picnic tables. The goal was to take a look back at the historical aspect of the park when it was Seminary School and make it more user-friendly, more attractive and more accessible for the community and citizens of that area.

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Soccer Fields

The Soccer Fields are on 30.25 acres of land near the intersection of E. 196th Street and Cicero Road, adjacent to Fox Prairie Golf Course, and feature twenty (20) soccer fields, parking, concessions, and a restroom. The complex is maintained by the Parks Department and games are operated by Noblesville United Soccer Club.

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Southside Park

Southside Park is a park of five acres established in 1952. It is located between Fourth and Third Streets and Washington and Pleasant Streets. Facilities include a picnic shelter, a softball field, a basketball court, and playground equipment. In 2017, improvements were made to Southside Park and adjacent areas within the Southwest Quad neighborhood. Renovations to the park were funded by a Community Development Block Grant along with city funds. The total project costs were $250,000 with approximately 95% covered by the CDBG funds. Improvements made at Southside Park included new playground equipment, resurfaced basketball courts with new basketball goals, benches throughout the park, and a new backstop and resurfaced infield on the baseball diamond. To improve access to the park from the surrounding neighborhood, the city replaced 1,200 feet and added 300 feet of sidewalk, and replaced 11 concrete alley approaches. The new playground equipment and other upgrades provide more opportunities to play, relax and enjoy the neighborhood and park. Area youth teams also will benefit from the improvements on the sports fields as they continue to use the practice fields during baseball season.

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The Wetlands

The Wetlands are located off Poplar Drive in North Harbor. This 9.92 acre property has limited access and is adjacent to Morse Lake. It has little existing or proposed development.

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Noblesville General Program Inventory

Recreation opportunities for the citizens of Noblesville continue to develop in quality and quantity. The age range for programming spans children as young as two years of age to folks over 90. Participants are of varied race, ethnicity, including children who use English as a second language. People of all ages are served via special accommodations, when requested. Varied types of activities, replacement of classes, which were not of interest to residents, changing the program line-up, as participation dictates creates a well-rounded variety of activities for all.

School Year and Year round Programming: New programs are added as demand indicates. With contractual classes, the fee for the class is set to cover the compensation to the instructor, with an additional minimum of 20% of that fee going to the Parks Department for the operational expense

Contractual programs offered at Forest Contractual Programs offered at Park: Recreation Annex:

Adult and Youth classes Adult classes • Beginning Ballroom Dance • Adult Boot Camp • Gentle Yoga • HIGH Fitness • Intermediate Ballroom Dance • Let’s Go Sports: Cheerleading • “Tri at the Park” Youth Summer • Let’s Go Sports: All Sports Camp • Let’s Go Sports: Basketball • Adult Kickball League (Southside • Let’s Go Sports: Soccer Park) • Nation’s Best CPR Certification • Adult 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament (Southside Park) In-house classes offered at the Recreation Annex: Contractual programs offered at Dillon • Pickleball Park: • Safe Sitter®

Children’s classes • Girl Scout Badge Classes • Flag Football for 3-5 year olds Special Events at the Recreation Annex: • Flag Football for 5-8 year olds • Productions by The Attic Theatre • Lacrosse for 3-5 year olds Company • Lacrosse for 5-8 year olds • Productions by Wisdom Builders • Soccer for 3-5 year olds Drama • Soccer for 5-8 year olds • Productions by Improbable Fiction • T-Ball for 5-8year olds Theatre Company, sponsored by • Tiny Sport Champs for 2-3 year olds NCAC • Production by Hamilton County In-house classes offered at Dillon Park Community Band • Summer sports and games Day Camps, (8 one-week sessions) • Productions by GMH Horns • Productions by Meraki Dance Company

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• Breakthrough Basketball Camps • Senior Walking Club • ICSAA Volleyball Championship • Galentine’s Day: Cocktail Making Tournaments • Counselor in Training • Potential: ICSAA Basketball • Break Camps (4 one-week sessions; Championship Tournament Fall/Spring) • Indiana Taekwondo Academy • Little Foodies Tournament • Culinary Kids • Master Yoo’s Taekwondo • Unicorn Party Tournament • Mother/Son Fun Night • Rec2Go’Girl Scouts In-house classes offered at Forest Park: • DIY: Porch Sign • Safe Sitter® • Chef for a Day • Littles • Holiday Mixology • Parents Night Out • Pictures with Santa • Parents Day Out • Summer traditional and nature day • Senior Luncheons camps, (13 one-week sessions)

Special Events • Easter Egg Hunt • Carousel Corner (Summer-Fall • Bed Race • Fireside Fun • Father /Daughter Princess Ball • Traveling Movie Series • Slip ‘n Foam Party • Holidays at the Hill (Ice Plaza) • Federal Hill Commons: Concerts at • Community Family Halloween Party the Commons • Bus Trips • Dillon Summer Concert Series • Forest Park Summer Day Camp • Food Truck Friday • Dillon Park Summer Day Camp

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Section D: Community Profile History of Noblesville ...... Page D – 3 Location of Noblesville ...... Page D – 3 Government and Services ...... Page D – 4 Transportation ...... Page D – 5 Major Employers ...... Page D – 5 Education ...... Page D – 6 Natural Features ...... Page D – 6 Man-Made, Historical and Cultural Noblesville ...... Page D – 8 Noblesville Demographics ...... Page D – 11 Demographic Analysis ...... Page D – 19 Socio-Economic Factors ...... Page D – 20

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Community Profile

History of Noblesville Residents and visitors alike find Noblesville, Indiana to be a whole life community: a place where people can grow up, pursue careers, purchase homes, raise a family and retire, all within the same community. Noblesville remains a community that preserves and protects its rich historical roots. This is evident in the upkeep of the downtown buildings and the preservation of brick streets in the neighborhoods around downtown. In the heart of Noblesville's downtown there are Victorian homes, tree-lined streets, a restored 1879 French Renaissance courthouse and the Hamilton County Judicial Center. Noblesville's downtown is also home to plenty of interesting and unique shops and restaurants, as well as the public safety building, reconstructed from a historic post office facility. Noblesville's rich cultural heritage dates back to 1818 when the land, which is now Hamilton County, was purchased by the government from Indians native to this area. William Conner, the only settler living in the area at the time, and his wife, a Delaware Indian, established the first trading post in central Indiana in 1802 and lived in the first log cabin in the area. William Conner and Josiah Polk laid out what is now downtown Noblesville in 1823, which was designated as the Hamilton County seat in 1824 and incorporated in 1851. Conner's 1823 home is now one of a village of historic buildings making up Conner Prairie Pioneer Settlement, a living history museum just south of downtown Noblesville. Noblesville was named either for James Noble, a state senator, or according to legend, for Lavinia Noble of Indianapolis, to whom Josiah was engaged. The Peru and Indianapolis Railroad was completed through town in 1851, strengthening the town economically and causing the population to increase. The City's first large growth boom came in 1888 with the discovery of Noblesville's first natural gas well near 11th and Pleasant Streets. Many Victorian homes, as well as the vast majority of the Downtown Commercial District, were built during this time of prosperity. The centerpiece of downtown Noblesville is the Courthouse Square, the location of the Hamilton County Courthouse (c. 1879) and the Hamilton County Sheriff's Residence and Jail (c.1876). Both buildings are fabulous examples of the Second Empire style featuring mansard roofs.

Location of Noblesville Noblesville, county seat of Hamilton County, is located 20 minutes northeast of Indianapolis at the junction of S.R. 32 and S.R. 37. Access to I-69 is five minutes southeast. Situated in the industrial heartland of the Midwest, Indianapolis is the most centrally-located city in the top 100 U.S. markets, with more than 65 percent of the U.S. population living within 700 miles of the Hoosier capitol and 29 percent living within 300 miles of Indianapolis.

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Government and Services

Organization Noblesville City government has three branches of government; executive, legislative and judicial. The mayor serves as the head of the executive branch and is elected to a four-year term. A five-member Board of Public Works assists with legislative activities and overseeing public safety. The financial records of the City are the responsibility of the clerk-treasurer, also elected to a four-year term. The City’s seven-member Common Council makes up the legislative arm of Noblesville’s municipal government structure, with five members elected from specific districts and two members elected for “at large” positions. All seven council members serve four-year terms.

City of Noblesville Mayor ...... Chris Jensen Deputy Mayor ...... Matt Light City Clerk Treasurer ...... Evelyn Lees

Common Council Mike Davis ...... District 1 Pete Schwartz ...... District 2 Aaron Smith ...... District 3 Wil Hampton ...... District 4 Greg O’Connor ...... District 5 Megan Wiles ...... District 6 Brian Ayer ...... At-large Mark Boice ...... At-large Darren Peterson ...... At-large Board of Public Works Jack Martin ...... Member John Elmer ...... Member Laurie Dyer ...... Member Rick Taylor ...... Member John Ditslear ...... Member

Department of City Planning Sarah Reed, AICP ...... Director of Community & Economic Development

Department of City Engineering Alison Krupski, P.E...... City Engineer

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Plan Commission Malinda Wilcox ...... President Gretchen Hanes ...... Vice President Blake Anderson ...... Member David Burtner ...... Member Steve Cook ...... Member Jim Hellman ...... Member Joe Mitchell ...... Member Scott Noel ...... Member Darren Peterson ...... Member N. Scott Smith ...... Member Transportation Central Indiana, a major distribution center located at the crossroads of a national interstate highway system, has more interstate highways converging than any other city in America. Nearby Indianapolis has a complete transportation system with major rail carriers providing service to all parts of the country, a modern expanding international airport with a foreign trade zone on the premises, taxi and county-wide bus services. The City of Noblesville is located on State Route 37A, 22 miles northeast of Indianapolis. State Routes 32 and 38 extend east and west through the City and other State Routes serving the community include 37, 19, 234 and 238. Interstate 69 lies six miles south. The Trailways Bus System and ABC Coach Line provide daily commuting service to Indianapolis with six regularly scheduled runs. Noblesville is 35 miles via interstate from Indianapolis International Airport, which has nearly 200 non-stop flights daily. Noblesville is within five miles of Metropolitan Airport and 15 miles of Terry Airport, both under control of Indianapolis International. Noblesville has easy access to Interstate 465, which connects to four major interstate highways. Major Employers Noblesville has a diverse business community that is strengthened by its role as the seat of Hamilton County and its proximity to Indianapolis. These employment opportunities draw highly-skilled individuals to the area and help to keep property values strong. EMPLOYER PRODUCT / SERVICE NO. OF EMPLOYEES

Noblesville Schools Education 1,735 Riverview Health Medical Services 1,300 SMC Corporation of America Pneumatic automation products 1,160 Hamilton County Government 900 Walmart Retail Services 400 Ambu, Inc. Anesthesia/respiratory care 417 product manufacturing City of Noblesville Municipal Government 380

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Education Public Schools Private Schools 1 - High School • Legacy Christian School (grades K-7) 2 - Middle Schools (grades 6, 7 & 8) • Our Lady of Grace (grades K-8) 7 - Elementary Schools • St. Theodore Guerin High School

Natural Features Physiographic Profile Noblesville lies in Hamilton County, which is in the central part of Indiana and has an area of 256,640 acres or 401 square miles. Noblesville is the county seat. Hamilton County and Noblesville are located within Tipton Till Plain physiographic region. Hamilton County consists of mainly a flat plain that is dissected by the west fork of White River and by many creeks, streams and drainageways. The county is entirely within the drainage basin of the west fork of White River. Low relief and few abrupt changes in elevation characterize the physiography of the county, except along White River where abrupt changes in elevation are common.

Geology & Topography The bedrock formations underlying the glacial till exert little effect upon the present topography, which is flat to gently rolling. Moraines deposed as the glacier receded are the dominant land forms in the basin. The glacial plain has been only little modified by stream erosion and most modern streams have cut only shallow valleys or follow inherited glacial drainageways. The White River itself is the most significant natural feature found in the area. The City of Noblesville sits atop an old river terrace located for the most part above the reach of flood waters. Early residential development in the river bottom of South Noblesville (also known as “Johnstown”) was attracted by the nearness of farm industry along the river. Severe flooding is infrequent and land values are attractive. Wells are the main source of water in Hamilton County. Many wells are used to supply water to cities and towns and are in gravel deposits along the west fork of White River and the larger streams. Most rural farmsteads have wells that extend deeply into glacial till. Geist and Morse Reservoirs are in Hamilton County and supply water for industrial and municipal use in the southern part of the county. These reservoirs also supply water for the Indianapolis metropolitan area. It is expected that the water from these reservoirs will be adequate to supply county needs into the future. Presently, there are plans to increase the capacity of Geist Reservoir. The supply of ground water is sufficient in most areas of the county. The principal sources of ground water are in sand and gravel deposits overlying bedrock, in sand and gravel seams within the glacial till, and in limestone bedrock.

Soils Noblesville is located in a region characterized by timber soils formed from median textured till from recent Wisconsin glaciation. The local name for the soil is “black and clay land” which is

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comprised mainly of Brookston silty clay loam, Crosby silt loam and Miami silt loam which are deep neutral to medium acid, very darkish brown to brownish gray soils formed on undulating slopes. This area is characterized by high productivity for corn, soybeans, wheat, oats, and clover. A mixed grain and livestock system of farming is practiced. Total farm products sold annually, according to most recent estimates, represent a value of more than $14,000,000, including $7,000,000 in livestock and livestock products.

Vegetation & Wildlife Natural vegetation within the Noblesville area is typical of the Tipton Till Plain. It is characterized by second growth deciduous trees consisting of mixed associations of beech-maple and oak- hickory. American beech, sugar maple, black cherry, American elm, white ash, hickories, white and red oak are found on the uplands. Sycamore, cottonwood, silver maple, willow and green ash are common bottomland species. Understory and shrubby species commonly found are redbud, dogwood, blue beech, spicebush, honey locust, elderberry and maple leaf viburnum. Wildflowers common to the basin include spring beauty, bloodroot, trout lily, rue anemone, trillium, may apple and violets. Due to Noblesville’s urban nature, the amount of natural vegetation and wildlife is scarce. However, a variety of wildlife can be found within or near the banks of the White River. An abundance of mallards live along the river, as well as wood duck, great blue herons, green herons, night herons, woodcock and owls. Mammals include beaver, opossum, muskrat, groundhog, raccoon, squirrel and deer. Several species of bass and panfish, as well as “rough” fish, are found in the White River. Emerald Ash Borer has paid its toll on the trees in Noblesville, specifically in the Park System. Tree treatments and regular tree replacements have been used to attack the disease. Bush Honeysuckle, Mustard Seed and Canadian Thistle are invasives that staff fights against regularly. Noblesville’s estimated street tree inventory is 26,237. In 2020 the Street Department removed 143 trees and planted 191 new trees. Noblesville was named a 2019 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management, which was the 30th consecutive year for Noblesville.

White River The West Fork of the White River rises as an insignificant creek near the Ohio border in central Indiana and winds gently westward. The banks of the West Fork are lined with woods of varying depth and include species such as maples, oaks, sycamore, river birch, cottonwood and others. As the season permits one may see Canada geese, cranes, ducks, deer, muskrat, fox and herons in addition to the usual numbers of squirrels, turtles, groundhogs and other common animals. Fishing in the stream varies from section to section with possibilities for largemouth and smallmouth bass, catfish, perch and crappie. With several put-in and take-out sites, such as the Logan Street Bridge in Noblesville, the river can be navigated by canoe from Muncie, through Noblesville, to where the West and East Forks finally combine as the White River flows to feed the Wabash River in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. The White River floods periodically, as do most rivers within the state. This produces intermittent flooding of adjacent streets, open space, and park land. The homes and sites around Southside Park

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have had FEMA involvement and relocation of residents have occurred over the past several years. The City and County have addressed flood risk management and continue to assess the area. Federal Hill Commons was also built and designed with flooding in mind. It is designed to take water on if the river overflows at certain levels. As more and more land in the City of Noblesville is developed, the Park Department, in conjunction with Planning, Engineering, Economic Development and the Mayor’s office, and guided by the master plan and Recreation Impact Fee document , will continue to develop more green space with drainage and flooding potential as a significant informer of what, can be, should be, and will be built to meet the public’s demands for green space.

Climate Noblesville has a humid continental climate and is on the fringe of climatic influence of the Great Lakes. Cool air masses from Canada alternate with tropical air masses from the south. The alternate flow of cool and warm air results in daily and seasonal variability in climate in the county. Rainfall generally is adequate during the growing season for diversified farming. In midsummer, however, evaporation of water exceeds rainfall for brief periods and occasionally there is a lack of sufficient moisture available for use by lawns, pasture plants and crops. Average annual precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, but precipitation in spring and early in summer generally exceeds precipitation in winter. Spring rainfall is reliable and insures that a sufficient amount of moisture is in the soil for the growing season. In some years wetness delays planting in spring. Of the total annual precipitation, 21.6 inches, or 58 percent, usually falls in April through September, which includes the growing season for most crops. In two years out of ten, the rainfall in April through September is less than 16.7 inches. The heaviest 1-day rainfall during the period of record was 5.0 inches at Noblesville on September 2, 1926. Thunderstorms occur on about 45 days each year and about 8 thunderstorms occur in July. Average annual snowfall is 21 inches. January and February each have an average monthly snowfall of 5 inches. On the average, 28 days have at least 1 inch of snow on the ground, but the number of such days varies greatly from year to year. In winter, the average temperature is 29° F. The average relative humidity at noon is about 58 percent in summer and 68 percent in winter. Humidity is higher at night and the average at dawn is about 95 percent. The percentage of possible sunshine is 72 in August and 40 in December. The prevailing wind is from the southwest. Average wind speed ranges from 7 miles per hour in September to 11 miles per hour in winter and early in spring. In a 53-year period of record, 7 tornadoes passed through the county. As an urban city Noblesville has done well in using these natural elements and corridors to their advantage providing open space, as well as passive and active recreation throughout the four seasons. Man-Made, Historical and Cultural Noblesville Ranked #12 Best Cities to Raise a Family in Indiana, by nichie.com, 2020, Noblesville offers both small town charm and proximity to Indianapolis as a perfect best-of-both-worlds scenario. With its classic Midwest downtown, growing Corporate Campus, diverse retail offerings and recreational amenities, Noblesville has a little bit of something for everyone. The values of the City with its varied offerings along with its growth and development will continue to attract families as a quality of life community.

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Morse Reservoir Morse Lake is located in northern Hamilton County and is a popular place for water sports. Its southern boundaries are in the 'Harbors' of the city of Noblesville. Big Cicero and Little Cicero Creeks form Morse Lake. It has 1,500 acres of water, 35 miles of shoreline and seven miles of navigable water from Little Chicago Road in Noblesville to the bridge at State Road 19 in Cicero. Morse Reservoir was constructed in 1956 as the third reservoir of water for the city of Indianapolis. The other two are Geist and Eagle Creek. These reservoirs were built by the State for flood control and low-flow regulation, and over time they have become destinations for recreational users. Morse Reservoir, which is owned by Indiana Water, is used to assure dependable flows in the White River and is used for water supply.

Nickel Plate Express Located in Forest Park in Noblesville, off of State Road 19, over 12 miles of track allows visitors to experience travel on a variety of trains to and from local communities. The Nickel Plate Express leases their space from the Parks & Recreation Department on a yearly basis. A partnership between the Nickel Plate Express and the Parks & Recreation Department allow for programming opportunities and shared space within Forest Park. The Nickel Plate Express engages and inspires generations through the art, science and technological innovation of the railroad and how they transformed Indiana and all of America.

Hamilton County Courthouse Square Several sites and buildings in Noblesville are listed on the National Register of Historic Places including the Hamilton County Courthouse Square, around which, the downtown Noblesville Square has sprung up over the years. The Courthouse is a piece of historical French Renaissance architecture, with dramatic mansard roofing and an enormous, functional clock tower. It is the County Seat Building of Hamilton County, and is still in use as the Hamilton County Courthouse. The “Old Sheriff’s Residence and Jail” is now being leased by the Hamilton County Historical Society, where they have opened the Hamilton County Museum of History. This lovely multi- storied period building, built in 1876, doubled as the Noblesville jail and home of the Sheriff for one century. It is a wonderful example of the decorative architecture of the time, in red brick with plentiful white trim; the elegant structure also includes a dome and a bell tower. The Parks Department utilizes the beauty of the County Courthouse to their advantage for programming and events. Regular events downtown on the square include the Bed Race and Street Dance and are popular both in attendees and vendors.

The Holliday Hydroelectric Powerhouse and Dam The Holliday Hydroelectric Powerhouse and Dam was built across the White River in 1922. Stretching three hundred and forty five feet across the river, it was built in just five months. No longer in use as a power source, the powerhouse is currently being restored. It now sits aside a more modern producer of electricity – a coal-fired power plant powered by steam generated by waste heat off of natural gas-fired turbines.

The Belfry In July of 1965, a collection of Noblesville residents who enjoyed gathering to read plays decided it was time to take their passion to the next step. That summer the Hamilton County Theatre

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Guild was formed. Their first production was held in the Noblesville High School “cafetorium” supported by over 500 in the audience and was quickly followed by 4 others, which formed the guild’s pilot season of 1965-1966. In December of 1968 the ‘Guild’ purchased the former home of Emmanuel United Methodist Church. The following year The Belfry was ready for its first production and now nears its 50th season of providing quality theatrical productions for the citizens of Noblesville and the surrounding area. With the outdoor amphitheater at Federal Hill Commons and the indoor auditorium at the Recreation Annex, more partnerships between the Parks Department and local arts organizations, such as The Belfry, are able to provide more performances to the citizens of Noblesville, such as Shakespeare in the Park, regularly hosted at Federal Hill Commons.

The Ruoff Music Center The Ruoff Music Center is an outdoor amphitheater nestled on 228 acres of land in Noblesville, with a seating capacity of 24,000. It is owned by Live Nation and was formerly referred to as the Klipsch Music Center, and also Verizon Wireless Music Center, and Deer Creek Music Center. For over 30 years, this venue has hosted a wide variety of leading popular artists and has consistently ranked in the top-five for amphitheaters worldwide due to its picturesque outdoor setting and reputation for consistently providing the best in live entertainment, bringing many people to Noblesville.

Cultural Arts District The Noblesville Common Council established the City’s cultural arts district from the Noblesville Arts Council recommendation in August 2016. The district goal was to capture as many cultural arts assets as possible and keep the size of the district manageable. The district encompasses approximately 50 square blocks in downtown Noblesville and includes Federal Hill Commons and the residential area considered “Old Town” to capture Logan Street Sanctuary, local artist residences, in-home studios and Seminary Park. The Noblesville Cultural Arts District is defined by its people, places and experiences. The weaving of these assets and their integration in the downtown area offers a concentration of initiatives that creates engagement and preserves the uniqueness of Noblesville. It also provides destination pockets that naturally lead people to discover the artistic elements of our community. The district designation impacts more than just the arts industry, as it makes Noblesville a more vibrant community and attracts residents and tourists who also support adjacent businesses. In early 2017, The Indiana Arts Commission named Noblesville to the Indiana Statewide Cultural Districts Program. The statewide designation will provide recognition to advance Noblesville’s emphasis on the creative community and the arts as it relates to tourism, downtown revitalization and preservation. The decision also makes Hamilton County the only county in Indiana with two designations. Festivals held throughout the year add significance to the Noblesville community pride, its economic vitality and its recognition as a regional destination. Noblesville Parks, as a collaborator with such events, is recognized as a contributor to placemaking and the cultural influence of the region by providing concerts and outdoor special events.

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Noblesville Demographics (Sources: DecisionInsite/MissionInsite; US Census Bureau, Synergos Technologies Inc., Experian)

Demographic information is useful in the Master Planning process as the park system prepares to meet the ongoing and changing needs based upon the existing and future population growth and characteristics of Noblesville. The ages of various participants, the number of users and socio- economic status are key factors in determining successful programming. The Parks Department uses this demographic information to build recreation programs, events and to determine how much park space is needed to accommodate for growth.

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Families, with two parents, appear to be declining regarding growth while growth is increasing for single parent families. While this a probable national trend, Noblesville is still realizing an above-state average due to the attraction of new people, and their families, to the community.

Noblesville Parks monitors its users, and when available, the makeup of the family demographic. This information has impact on the programs, services, where and when they are offered, etc., along with the maintenance of existing facilities and, in the planning of future programs and services,.

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Demographics Analysis The City of Noblesville’s average household size and population have continued to increase over the past twenty years and are expected to continue that trend. The largest segment of the population is between the ages of 35-54 years and the under 18 population. As parents age so do the children with the 10-17 age group projected to increase through 2024. Recent trends show that families with parents at a median age of 36 pursue active recreation such as softball, visits to zoos and theme parks. As they age preferences turn to tennis, golf, skiing and jogging. The age group of those 45-64, the next largest population component, has become more active than in the past and is staying active longer, recognizing that regular physical activity substantially increases life expectancy and improves quality of life. Income also increases with education and as residents age and families expand to two incomes, which could provide more discretionary funds for entertainment. The average household income

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for Noblesville residents ($96,904) is higher than the state median income ($55,746), while the unemployment rate of Noblesville is nearly half of what the state unemployment rate is. Just over 6.5% of Noblesville residents have an income below the poverty level (2010) compared to nearly 11.9% in the state of Indiana. Noblesville is also well educated and the number of those who obtain college degrees continues to rise. While nearly ninety percent of the population is white, diversity has increased with the Black, Hispanic, and Asian population in the past ten years. The above statistics indicate Noblesville is an up-and-coming area for young families and older citizens that want the quality of life provided by the community in regard to not only wealth and employment but also the built environment, physical and mental health, education, recreation and leisure time, and social belonging. The Parks Department plans on utilizing this information to create new programming opportunities. Because the largest age group within the population is ages 35-54 and the under 18 population, new programs and events for this age group will be created. Utilizing the auditorium, bringing back Sand Volleyball leagues with child programming included will bring more opportunities. Socio / Economic Factors Socio-economic development is fundamental to long range planning. Social and economic concerns include low graduation rates, children in poverty and violent crime. These issues, as well as obesity and unemployment appear to be occurring within many cities and towns throughout the state and the nation, causing concern in planning for recreation programming. A strategy to address reversal of these trends should be considered by Noblesville Parks. The impact of the current economy along with the municipal impact of Indiana HR 1001 (property taxes) has, and will continue to have an impact on the level of services and facilities provided by the City of Noblesville. Because of varying socio economic factors within Noblesville, the Parks Department offers programming at an affordable rate for all. Indiana General Park & Recreation Law IC 36-10-3-22 states that “Park and recreation facilities and programs shall be made available to the public free of charge as far as possible.” Budgets and efficiencies will need to be monitored at the Department level to be good stewards of physical, fiscal and human resources. The City and its Parks Department will need to continue to monitor and solicit feedback from its users to maintain excellence and meet the needs of the public.

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Section E: Public Participation Public Meetings and Presentation of the Plan ...... Page E – 3 Focus Groups/Stakeholders Summary ...... Page E – 3 Noblesville Parks Community Survey 2020 Summary ...... Page E – 8 Conclusions ...... Page E – 9

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As part of the master plan process solicitation from the general community, stakeholders and Park Board as well as the departmental staff was conducted.

At the various meetings with the Park Board, held during the planning process, the vision and direction of the Park Department were discussed. These meetings allowed the public to comment and share their views.

The following indicates the related meetings held with the Committee or Board/Agencies of which the community was invited for comment.

Park Board Meetings where the Master Plan Update (including the Recreation Impact Fee Update Study and Alternative Transportation Plan) was on the public stated agenda:

• Park Board Meeting 5/15/19 • Park Board Meeting 11/04/20 • Park Board Meeting 12/02/20

In addition to the Park Board meetings several meetings and work sessions were held with the Consultant and the Recreation Impact Fee Advisory Committee, which also served as the Five Year Park Master Plan Committee during those same months. These work sessions were considered as “focus group” sessions.

Due to the COVID pandemic public attendance at the Park Board meetings was severely impacted with almost no public participation since March 2020. The Park Board met in person for the meetings noted above and the Agendas, listing the Master Plan discussion and presentation, were publicly posted.

The Park Department asked for public comment via email and no significant input from the general public was gained. The Community Survey proved to be the best resource of public opinion for this Master Plan update (See page E-8 of this section for summary).

Focus Groups/ Stakeholders Community Leaders/Stakeholders were interviewed in mid-August 2020, either in person or through Zoom calls, to determine their impression of the Noblesville Parks and of the Parks & Recreation Department. The following is a summary of their responses:

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Community Leader Interviews (August 14-15, 2018) Summary of Responses The following is a composite of the responses to the various questions asked of each individual. Community Leaders Interviewed: • Marnie Cooke – Noblesville Schools • Chris Jenson – City Council • Steve Cooke – Deputy Mayor • Judi Johnson – Economic Development • Joni Corbett – Noblesville Cultural Arts Director Commission • Aili McGill – Nickel Plate Arts • Mike Corbett – Noblesville Preservation • Anne Merrell – Park Foundation Alliance • Darren Peterson / Jackie Bell – Noblesville • John Ditslear – Mayor Main Street

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• Sarah Reed – Planning Director • Todd Thurston – Park Board • Becky Terry – Boys and Girls Club 1. Tell me about yourself and about your history in Noblesville. How long have you lived here? What do you do? Where do you live? 2. Do you partner or collaborate with Noblesville Parks and Recreation? How? • Federal Hill Commons uses • Seminary Park initiative city secret meetings • Loves working w/Mike with condo development, grant application, • Arts Council Christmas decorations • Lions Club concessions • Did not want to get rid of train • Belfrey Theater • Fundraiser in September • Use of Ivy Tech facilities • Bed Race with Main Street & Parks – • Federal Hill & Street Dance – organization & Scholarship dollars stage/equipment; runs Farmer’s Market @ • Pool @ Forest Park – Morse Beach in past Federal Hill; Holiday Market @ Fairgrounds; • Finch Creek Park Field House – design to Main Street district River Road to 16th Street lesson impact on Boys & Girls Club revenue to Forest Park (30 years); Streetscape plans – • After school programs different maps; $250,000/year - annual fund • Schools Kids Arts to the Parks • Similar to Economic Development • Back to school event at Federal Hill • Part of Quality of Life – keeps money in • Rented facilities Noblesville – attraction to outside • Communication channels with students • City subsidizes golf, dedicated to parks/trails • Community engagement with Brand and quality of life • Main Street events • Ivy Tech programming opportunities • Boys & Girls Club • Great working relationship with County Parks • Concerts • We are always eager to partner with the Parks • Day Camps @ Dillon • “Wine Down w/Art” • Kiwanis • Crosswalk painting & Carousel • BrewFest • Networking & marketing • Ivy Tech • Cultural Engagement • Marathon events - Parks Department • Tourism/Parks/Business attraction - Hamilton County Artist Association • Combined goals - Main Street • Federal Hill development team – Central Park - Cultural Arts Commission flavor – Economic Development project • Belfrey Theatre • BlueSky Tech (story to tell) – reason they • Park Foundation formed 5 years ago – Parks stayed needed a 501(c)3 entity • Development & impact on the parks • Luncheons to fund “Arts in the Parks” • Comprehensive Plan inclusions • Musical instruction @ Federal Hill • Streetscape • Preservation Alliance – interurban building – • Parks are the face of the community and retain architectural heritage via Façade quality of life element Grants for residences $29l to 30 residents • Funding their operation – a necessary investment too 3. What is special about Noblesville Parks and Recreation? • Don't use all the parks • Long history in diversity of activities at Forest • Federal Hill Commons restrooms are clean Park • Staff loves to work for Parks – acting in their • Finch Creek uniqueness job • Natural elements within the Parks • Maintenance guy • Dillon Park (individual’s home park) is • Parks can be a differentiator community attraction • Parks are “tradition builders’” • Forest Park … a 1925 legacy

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• Fox Prairie Golf Course – for a municipal • Do a great job out in the community course • Federal Hill Commons urban park setting – • Train system up and running was skeptical • Forest Park is a community jewel • Carousel @ Forest Park • Department’s unique culture – say yes to • Son wants to go to park daily crazy ideas and carry it out • Expression swings – fist of the kind • Don’t over commit • Concert events – connecting community • Parks where kids could run & feel safe – relationships; build on community events mostly used Forest Park • Facilities encourage relationship building • Walking with friends • Community has 2 municipal golf course • Park concerts • Historic significance in the parks – Forest • Events driven – programming throughout Park community • Family oriented yet something for everyone • Federal Hill is key of this • Farmer’s Market in the Parks • Concerts – embraced • Urban central park (Federal Hill Park) brings • Rec 2 Go program new life to downtown, crosses the barrier • At or ahead of the curve of innovation – • River Walk Depot connection special and important • Amount of park access in the park – diversity • Staff are the best • Continued to reinvest in park system – • After school programs w/schools Federal Hill & Finch Creek

4. What is best about Noblesville Parks and Recreation? • Well taken care of facilities • Great at bringing new things • Available throughout the city (Finch Creek) • Programming venues – mind blowing & • Clean & safe facilities innovative with services programming - with • Open to new and creative ideas well-maintained and safe facilities • Our level of programming – fiscal responsible • Ivy Tech relationship • Something different in each park • Very passionate, committed staff – State of • Connectivity – NAT Plan; Linear Parks; City presented – love what they do Midland Trace Trail • Facilities • Sweat equity of park staff • Constantly looking for improvements • Golf system & staff • Rec2Go idea – concept • Park Staff – quality in comparison • Partnership with Ivy Tech • Aquatics facility – physically here w/o having • Staff always looking at ways to get better to run it – regional draw – NASTT national • Support from City Administration club • Programming – better ways to meet the needs • Mike Hoffmeister is a great star of City staff • Nicole – positive outlook on trying things • The newsletter is utility bills • Parks staff open-minded to new things (i.e., • Feeling safe in all the parks – walking by self White River incentive adjacent to park) • Passion of the staff to meet expectations – • Clean & safe – very sellable public in mind • Programs for kids • Maintain facilities • Strong, hardworking staff • Programming throughout community • Continual thinking of vision and funding and • Skating rink location of parks – north side – far NN side • Administration accessible (Brandon & Mike) • Quality of the parks and the new • So many events opportunities • Food truck Friday • Youth program

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5. What is the worst about Noblesville Parks and Recreation? • Seminary Park – no sitting areas – tables & • River accessibility – west side – Parks Role benches needed • City does the easy route - don’t do the hard – • Competition in seeking sponsor vendors for i.e., Midland Trail doesn’t connect downtown similar events • Maybe small staff and at the risk of burnout – • Parks has difficulty to “hand out” exceeding capacity programming events • Are there too many events & services – hard • Silo culture to focus as a consumer (shared one recent • Main Street confusion – public not part of city event that did not go well) • Alliance – Nickel Plate, Fire Dept., Chamber • Communication from City perspective i.e.,) • Having a funding strategy for the long-term Dog Park status – the follow through view • Department is so good – hard to find negative • The “nothing can change” limitation culture • Budget and its limitations (need for • The need for two golf courses collaborations) • Budget – yet do a lot with less • So many events that may be limiting • Collaboration effectiveness (i.e., concerts in the parks) • Always expected to do more with less • Don’t always have the resources to • City undervalues the Parks accomplish • Staffing mismatches – Rec Annex connection – • Budget and Council limitation communication breakdown – Theatre • Amount of park land per capital opportunity / art room uses • Benchmarking • Budget & Funding • Engagement of the seniors programs (maybe) • Need to complete the trails system – city maybe not role of park responsibility • Fiscal impact of the community – subsidized • Accessibility for Federal Hill Commons golf sometimes

6. If a bag of money fell from the sky and you could spend it on Noblesville Parks and Recreation, what would you use it for? • Lighting & sound system at Federal Hill • Exploration of an indoor revenue – cultural Commons engagement – season (theatre, gallery, etc.) • Pedestrian to Federal Hill Commons • Public art in the parks • Auditorium @ Ivy Tech – improvements – • Connectivity – White River engagement plan – “Non-Profits rates” connect all parks to culture • Better facilities – More hard surface @ • Carousel Corner Federal Hill; more vender space; • Ice Rink @ Federal Hill maybe facility year infrastructure for Main Street program round/mixed uses development • The wish list of the Park Department – some • Help in Programming Department but not always • Relationship w/program – more collaboration • Forest Park’s historic past – development events, Main Street has great relationship potential with food vendors, Development Committee • Pedestrian movement to the west side of river assistance – White River development • Have to build a Dog Park - previous • Train Museum – negative on how city handled • ITM Property – regional impact – Nickel Plate • Park office Express • Joint venues of Boys & Girls Club with City • White River Plan – Vision – Priorities – Parks Collaboration • Camp Crosser – enclosed space/lodge • Train Station cleanup development for more year-round uses • Finish Finch Creek

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• Beautification of all areas of city – spruce up – Economic Development; Parks allow selling raise the bar compared to neighbors the community; “Night-time economy” = what • Restore the tiredness of the parks – Forest Federal Hill Commons is doing Park • Finish Finch Creek Park • Dog Park development – draws community • Trails & connections – Midland Trail & Nickel together/new relationships Plate – trail north • Trail connectivity – connecting the total city • Phase 2-3 of Finch Creek • Golf course – renovate or rebuild shelter @ • Trails & connecting – Midland Trace Trail, Fox Prairie for banquets Downtown Trails (rail line), Wellingtons • White River to be “activated” – • Finch Creek – finish Placemaking/Arts/Culture - Partnerships • Morse Reservoir connection – how to connect (relevant to history; Performing Arts – to grow system

7. What needs to improve in Noblesville Parks and Recreation? • More tables & benches at Seminary Park • Complete the trail system • Stage at Federal Hill Commons • Ice skating rink – compared to Carmel’s • Shaded areas at Federal Hill Commons during • Plant more trees @ Dillon & Finch Creek - late afternoons shade – similar to Forest Park • Smell dog pee in the grass areas at Federal • More areas of the city that parks could be part Hill Commons of beautification – i.e., aesthetics of round-a- • Additional storage at Federal Hill Commons bouts, downtown areas • Remove the physical boundaries of Federal • Improvements are being addressed Hill • Nature Haven’s concept – community gardens • More program events – engaging the community • Can we define our “brand” who we are and • Gaming areas within the park – exploration – what we’re noted for? learning, etc. – adventure – reach the kids’ • Collaborating opportunities, i.e., County Parks needs i.e., instruments @ Federal Hill, exercise • Indoor Performing Arts Center need stations • Pedestrian access to Federal Hill • Trails growth bottleneck in $ • Volunteers growth & support to the park staff • Trails to Federal Hill Commons • Foundation Board – marketing themselves – • Collaboration w/ schools more board members • Further collaboration w/Boys & Girls Club • Federal Hill Commons – pedestrian limitation access

8. Anything else you want to tell me? • Coordinate advertising • City’s proactive on Stoney Creek trail for • Parks Department is catalyst of bringing future development – green infrastructure together • Maybe suggestion of sharing of ideas and • Connection with youth sports allowing the collaboration ideas w/parks on regular basis everyday kids access to youth sports • Better marketing their resources – i.e., soccer • Would like to see “No Smoking” in the parks fields take credit for formalized (except the golf course) • Partnership Program opportunities for kids • Downtown Alley Improvement Plan ($800k w/special needs – inclusion – wheel chair approved) swings, etc. • Metal Archways to courthouse Square • Instill the train back into Forest Park (involve public arts)

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Noblesville Parks Community Survey 2020 Summary

On August 12, 2020 a public survey was prepared and advertised on several City of Noblesville and Noblesville Department of Parks & Recreation social media sites. The survey was available to the public through October 10, 2020 and garnered 741 responses. Below is the Survey Summary. The complete Survey, as well as comments can be found in the Appendix of this document. Ø Most used park facilities – Forest Park, Federal Hill Commons, Dillon Park and Noblesville Trails Ø How often do you use/visit Noblesville Park Properties – almost 40% state they use the parks 21+ times/year Ø Reasons of not making more use of the parks – too busy, times offered, uninformed Ø In promoting Noblesville Parks respondents mention – “well maintained”, “use of natural areas”, “special events”, “pathways”, and “family activities” Ø Local recreation venues you or family has used– Noblesville Parks, Hamilton Co. Parks, Carmel Parks, Noblesville Schools, and Fishers Parks Ø Top priority for the next 5 years regarding facilities – expanding trails, dog park, “glamping”, and indoor recreation facilities Ø Top priority for the next 5 years regarding programs and services – additional festivals/events, adult playground/workout equipment, nature education programs, and youth/teen programs Ø Best means of receiving information on Noblesville Parks programs and services – social media, word of mouth, and Wastewater bill insert Ø Responses from residents of Noblesville – 71.79% Ø Responses by gender – 74.76% from women Ø Responses by Age Groups – 51.42% were 36-50 years old, 22.52% being 51-65 years old, 14.25% being over 65 years old Ø Community’s responses to individual engagement – Almost 80% felt they are “engaged” in the Park & Recreation facilities and/or services Ø Responses with children under the age of 18 years – 63.36%

Level of Engagement with Noblesville Parks Q5. How are you currently engaged with the Park’s Facilities and/or Services? Almost 80% of respondents (Answered:724, Skipped:17) 220 felt they were, at some level,

“engaged” with the Noblesville Parks 174 Neutral Line Neutral 117 122

88 77 Trend Line 51

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NO HOSTILE ANGRY DETACHED BORED NEUTRAL CURIOUS ENGAGED COMMITTED LOVE TOTAL ENGAGEMENT ENGAGEMENT

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Conclusions

Many meetings and worksessions were conducted during the planning process along with a community survey.

The result of these various levels of community input formed the basis of the Five-Year Action Plan for the Park and Recreation Department.

It is recommended that the Park Board and Department continue to monitor their level of service to the community providing safety as we enter a post-pandemic lifestyle.

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Section F: Needs Analysis Park Land Standard and Needs ...... Page F – 3 Park Land Classifications ...... Page F – 3 Park Standards for Site Acreage and Type ...... Page F – 3 Land Inventory – Community Level of Service ...... Page F – 4 Park System Analysis – Facilities ...... Page F – 5 Current Deficiencies & Future Needs ...... Page F – 6 Acreage Needed for New Facilities – Community Level of Service ...... Page F – 7 Recreation Facilities Needs and Cost Estimates ...... Page F – 8

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Park Land Standards and Needs There are standards that exist for the number of acres of various park/open space lands for each of the above park types. A planning standard that was used in previous Master Plans was an acreage range between 13.00 and 14.25 acres per 1,000 persons. The total existing City park acreage (not including county parks within the city, parks in existing subdivisions, open space on school properties) equals 876.73 acres. When applying the current population against the acreage inventory it calculates out to a current level of service of 13.84 acres per 1,000 persons. The Recreation Impact Fee Advisory Committee recommended, for the purpose of that study, that the Noblesville Community Level of Service for Park and Open Space land be established at 13.60 acres per 1,000 persons. Park Land Classifications Within a park system there exists many different types of park facilities, sized to serve various populations. Within these varied facilities many different programs and functions can take place. The park system needs to have and maintain a variety for a balanced park and recreation program. The City of Noblesville has the following classifications of parks within its system: • Mini Park – A small park located within residential areas that serves concentrated or limited population. Typical size is less than 5 acres of land. • Neighborhood Park – An area that provides recreation opportunities within walking distance of residents. Typical size is between 5 and 50 acres of land. • Community Park – An area that provides recreation opportunities for two or more neighborhoods. Typical size is between 51 and 400 acres of land. • Special Park – An area that provides recreation resources and opportunities to all local communities as well as those within the local region. This park type could be a preservation area as well as a linear trail and greenway system. Typical size is 100+ acres of land. • School Sites and General Open Space – An area that provides recreation resources and opportunities in either a school setting or general open space accessible to all local communities as well as those within the local region. Typical size is between 3 and 50+ acres of land. Park Standards for Site Acreage and Type (taken from recent Recreation Impact Fee Study) The following tables are the Land Inventory and Needs for the Noblesville Park System. These tables analyze and forecast park acreage needs by type based on population standards per park type according to the Noblesville Standards (Adopted by the Noblesville Park Board) for the same.

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Land Inventory – Community Level of Service The following table illustrates the surpluses and deficiencies of land for park and open space purposes for Noblesville Parks. The bottom portion of the table indicates the Noblesville Community Level of Service of 13.60 acres / 1,000. Based on the 2018 inventory and applying the 13.60 acres / 1,000 persons (the current 2019 population) there will be a surplus of 14.93 acres in 2019. Yet, in order to meet the standard for the projected population there will be a need for an additional 264.45 acres of park and open space in 2028.

LAND INVENTORY – CURRENT LEVEL OF SERVICE 9-May-19 One Impact Zone Analysis Estimated 2019 and Projected Populations = 63,368 83,911 A B C D E F G H 2028 Needed Acres Current Current Typical Park Total Existing 2019 Surplus if current Park Type Standards / Acreage Acreage Size (Acres) Acreage or Deficiency deficiency IS 1,000 Stds./1,000 Needs met Block Park 1 to 5 0.00 0.25 0.00 15.84 (15.84) (20.98) Neighborhood Park 4 to 15 6.50 2.00 0.10 126.74 (120.24) (161.32) Community Park 10 to 70 742.42 8.00 11.72 506.95 235.47 71.13 Special Park 0.5+ 127.81 4.00 2.02 253.47 (125.66) (207.83)

Total Surplus or Deficiency 876.73 14.25 13.84 903.00 (26.26) (318.99) Data updated from the Park and Recreation Master Plan. Using the Current Land Inventory as the Standard for Park Land and Open Space the Acres Standard per 1,000 persons would be (includes current population) = 13.84

LAND INVENTORY – COMMUNITY LEVEL OF SERVICE 2028 Pop. Noblesville Acres Standard 2019 Population = 63,368 83,911 I J K L M N Community 2028 Needed Total Existing Level of Service - 2019 Acreage 2019 Surplus if current Park Type Acreage Acres Standards Needs or Deficiency deficiency IS / 1,000 met Total Surplus or Deficiency 876.73 13.60 861.81 14.93 (264.45) Adjusted Master Plan's standard acres / 1,000 persons ------^ The land needs for the park/open space noted above came from the land inventory needs of the Recreation Impact Fee Study. This study projected a ten-year need of an additional 264.45 acres of park/open space land. This analysis is based on a standard of 13.60 acres of park/open space per 1,000 people (community level of service). With this projected population growth over the next 10 years the cost of this additional land will be funded using recreation impact fees collected. This Master Plan does not identify acreage parcels as part of the recommendations. However, the park system service area map (in Section C) identifies the areas within the study area that lack park acreage. This Park Master Plan has been done in collaboration with the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The reduction of existing agricultural land has been identified in the City’s future land use plans that identify areas of residential, commercial and industrial growth. The advantage of the collaboration of these two master plans is the coordination of such future land uses with the park/recreation needs and service areas, as well as capturing the natural resources within the park/open space zones.

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Park System Analysis – Facilities Just as there are Standards for Park Acreage, there are also Standards for Recreation Facilities based on population. The Noblesville Standards, as well as current inventory and projected needs, are shown in the table below. This table is the inventory and needs and indicates the Noblesville Recreation Standards, the current number of facility components, the needed component number based on both current and future populations and the surplus of deficiency of the recreation component. This table also includes the park land (acres) component.

FACILITY INVENTORY AND NEEDS – One Impact Zone Area 9-May-19

One Impact Zone Area 63,368 = Estimated 2019 Pop. 83,911 = Projected 2028 Pop. A B C D E F G H I J K L M N Current 2028 Noblesville Community Current Current Current Community 2019 Surplus Community 2028 Needs Total 2019 Surplus Deficiencies Needed if Community Level of Level of Facilities in Facilities Level of or Deficency Level of (Community Facility Inventory of or (Community current

Level of Service / Service / the Park within the Service (CLS) Factor Service 2028 Level of Dept.) Facilities Deficiency Level of deficiency IS Service 1,000 Pop. 1,000 Pop. Dept.* Comm.** (2019 pop.) All Facilities Population Service) Service) met Priority (Per Park Baseball Diamonds (13yrs ↑) 1/10,000 0.10 0.03 2.00 5.00 7.00 6.34 (4.34) 4.34 0.66 8.39 (2.05) 2.05 B Baseball Diamonds (12yrs ↓) 1/5,000 0.13 0.00 0.00 10.50 10.50 8.45 (8.45) 8.45 2.05 11.19 (2.74) 2.74 B Softball Diamonds 1/10,000 0.10 0.02 1.00 11.00 12.00 6.34 (5.34) 5.34 5.66 8.39 (2.05) 2.05 B Multi Purpose Fields (includes football) 1/5,000 0.20 0.05 3.00 17.00 20.00 12.67 (9.67) 9.67 7.33 16.78 (4.11) 4.11 A Soccer Fields 1/4,000 0.25 0.24 15.00 22.00 37.00 15.84 (0.84) 0.84 21.16 20.98 (5.14) 5.14 B Rugby Fields 1/8,000 0.13 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 7.92 (7.92) 7.92 (6.92) 10.49 (2.57) 2.57 B Tennis Courts 1/10,000 0.10 0.03 2.00 34.00 36.00 6.34 (4.34) 4.34 29.66 8.39 (2.05) 2.05 B Pickleball Courts (outdoors) 1/8,000 0.13 0.09 6.00 0.00 6.00 7.92 (1.92) 1.92 (1.92) 10.49 (2.57) 2.57 A Multi Purpose Indoor Sport Courts 1/15,000 0.07 0.00 0.00 10.00 10.00 4.22 (4.22) 4.22 5.78 5.59 (1.37) 1.37 C Running / Walking Track (Comm) 1/80,000 0.01 0.00 0.00 3.00 3.00 0.79 (0.79) 0.79 2.21 1.05 (0.26) 0.26 D Basketball Goals (outdoors) 1/5,000 0.20 0.09 6.00 39.00 45.00 12.67 (6.67) 6.67 32.33 16.78 (4.11) 4.11 B Volleyball Courts (outdoors) 1/15,000 0.07 0.06 4.00 1.00 5.00 4.22 (0.22) 0.22 0.78 5.59 (1.37) 1.37 B Skate/Bike Park (Neighborhood) 1/40,000 0.03 0.03 2.00 0.00 2.00 1.58 0.42 0.00 0.42 2.10 (0.10) 0.10 B Climbing / Challenge Elements 1/20,000 0.05 0.05 3.00 0.00 3.00 3.17 (0.17) 0.17 (0.17) 4.20 (1.03) 1.03 A Park Shelters 1/5,000 0.20 0.19 12.00 9.00 21.00 12.67 (0.67) 0.67 8.33 16.78 (4.11) 4.11 A Park Restrooms 1/3,500 0.29 0.28 18.00 15.00 33.00 18.11 (0.11) 0.11 14.89 23.97 (5.87) 5.87 A Nature Havens Components 1/30,000 0.03 0.03 2.00 1.00 3.00 2.11 (0.11) 0.11 0.89 2.80 (0.68) 0.68 B Nature Center 1/50,000 0.02 0.01 0.50 1.00 1.50 1.27 (0.77) 0.77 0.23 1.68 (0.41) 0.41 A Outdoor Entertain.Venue (amphitheatre) 1/60,000 0.02 0.02 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.06 (0.06) 0.06 (0.06) 1.40 (0.34) 0.34 A Events Lawn (Acres) 1/15,000 0.07 0.06 4.00 0.00 4.00 4.22 (0.22) 0.22 (0.22) 5.59 (1.37) 1.37 A Community Centers (Community) 1/80,000 0.01 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.79 (0.79) 0.79 (0.79) 1.05 (0.26) 0.26 B Playgrounds (Comm./Destination) 1/10,000 0.10 0.11 7.00 2.00 9.00 6.34 0.66 0.00 2.66 8.39 (1.39) 1.39 A Playgrounds (Neighborhood) 1/30,000 0.03 0.03 2.00 14.00 16.00 2.11 (0.11) 0.11 13.89 2.80 (0.68) 0.68 B Skating Rinks (hockey) Regional 1/100,000 0.01 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.63 (0.63) 0.63 (0.63) 0.84 (0.21) 0.21 D Skating Area (non-hockey) 1/80,000 0.01 0.02 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.79 0.21 0.00 0.21 1.05 (0.05) 0.05 B Swimming Pool / Aquatics Facilities 1/30,000 0.03 0.02 1.00 2.00 3.00 2.11 (1.11) 1.11 0.89 2.80 (0.68) 0.68 B Sprayground / SplashPad 1/20,000 0.05 0.05 3.00 0.00 3.00 3.17 (0.17) 0.17 (0.17) 4.20 (1.03) 1.03 A Golf Course 18-hole 1/50,000 0.02 0.03 2.00 4.00 6.00 1.27 0.73 0.00 4.73 1.68 0.32 0.00 D Disc Golf Course - 18 hole 1/30,000 0.03 0.02 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.11 (1.11) 1.11 (0.11) 2.80 (0.68) 0.68 B Foot Golf Course - 18 hole 1/25,000 0.04 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.53 (2.53) 2.53 (2.53) 3.36 (0.82) 0.82 B Driving Range 1/70,000 0.01 0.02 1.00 0.00 1.00 0.91 0.09 0.00 0.09 1.20 (0.20) 0.20 D Dog Park Area 1/50,000 0.01 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.27 (1.27) 1.27 (1.27) 1.68 (0.41) 0.41 A Maintenance Facilities (Hub) 1/30,000 0.02 0.05 3.00 0.00 3.00 2.11 0.89 0.00 0.89 2.80 0.20 0.00 B Maintenance Facilities (Satellite) 1/25,000 0.03 0.05 3.00 0.00 3.00 2.53 0.47 0.00 0.47 3.36 (0.36) 0.36 A Multi-use / Nature Pathways (miles) 1 mile /700 1.43 1.58 100.00 0.00 100.00 90.53 9.47 0.00 9.47 119.87 (19.87) 19.87 A Park / Open Space Acres 13.60 ac./ 1,000 13.25 13.84 876.73 198.50 1075.23 861.81 14.93 0.00 213.43 1141.19 (264.45) 264.45 A * Current Facilities Data updated from the Park and Recreation Master Plan and Field Inventory. DEVELOPMENT PRIORITY: Top Priority A High Priority B Needed Priority C Low Priority D

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Current Deficiencies and Future Needs The number and types of recreational facilities needed currently and in the future were determined using the standards established earlier in the plan and applied to only those components found within the Park System. To overcome current deficiencies the City needs to add the following recreation components over the next ten-year period through funding outside of Recreation Impact Fees. (Note the recreation components have been arranged by priority.) To meet the 2028 projected growth and factoring in that the current deficiencies will be met, the City will need to add to its Park System the following recreation components over the next ten-year period, using Recreation Impact Fee proceeds. Current Deficiencies and Future Needs Current Deficiencies (2019) Future Needs (2028) “A” Priorities Number “A” Priorities Number Multi Purpose Fields (includes football) 9.67 Multi Purpose Fields (includes football) 4.11 Pickleball Courts (outdoors) 1.92 Pickleball Courts (outdoors) 2.57 Climbing / Challenge Elements 0.17 Climbing / Challenge Elements 1.03 Park Shelters 0.67 Park Shelters 4.11 Park Restrooms 0.11 Park Restrooms 5.87 Nature Center 0.77 Nature Center 0.41 Outdoor Entertain.Venue (amphitheatre) 0.06 Outdoor Entertain.Venue (amphitheatre) 0.34 Events Lawn (Acres) 0.22 Events Lawn (Acres) 1.37 Playgrounds (Comm./Destination) 0.00 Playgrounds (Comm./Destination) 1.37 Sprayground / SplashPad 0.17 Sprayground / SplashPad 1.03 Dog Park Area 1.27 Dog Park Area 0.41 Maintenance Facilities (Satellite) 0.00 Maintenance Facilities (Satellite) 0.36 Multi-use / Nature Pathways (miles) 0.00 Multi-use / Nature Pathways (miles) 19.87 Park / Open Space Acres 0.00 Park / Open Space Acres 264.45

Remaining Priorities Number Remaining Priorities Number Baseball Diamonds (13yrs ↑) 4.34 Baseball Diamonds (13yrs ↑) 2.05 Baseball Diamonds (12yrs ↓) 8.45 Baseball Diamonds (12yrs ↓) 2.74 Softball Diamonds 5.34 Softball Diamonds 2.05 Soccer Fields 0.84 Soccer Fields 5.14 Rugby Fields 7.92 Rugby Fields 2.57 Tennis Courts 4.34 Tennis Courts 2.05 Multi Purpose Indoor Sport Courts 4.22 Multi Purpose Indoor Sport Courts 1.37 Running / Walking Track (Comm) 0.79 Running / Walking Track (Comm) 0.26 Basketball Goals (outdoors) 6.67 Basketball Goals (outdoors) 4.11 Volleyball Courts (outdoors) 0.22 Volleyball Courts (outdoors) 1.37 Skate/Bike Park (Neighborhood) 0.00 Skate/Bike Park (Neighborhood) 0.10 Nature Havens Components 0.11 Nature Havens Components 0.68 Community Centers (Community) 0.79 Community Centers (Community) 0.26 Playgrounds (Neighborhood) 0.11 Playgrounds (Neighborhood) 0.68 Skating Rinks (hockey) Regional 0.63 Skating Rinks (hockey) Regional 0.21 Skating Area (non-hockey) 0.00 Skating Area (non-hockey) 0.05 Swimming Pool / Aquatics Facilities 1.11 Swimming Pool / Aquatics Facilities 0.68 Golf Course 18-hole 0.00 Golf Course 18-hole 0.00 Disc Golf Course - 18 hole 1.11 Disc Golf Course - 18 hole 0.68 Foot Golf Course - 18 hole 2.53 Foot Golf Course - 18 hole 0.82 Driving Range 0.00 Driving Range 0.20 Maintenance Facilities (Hub) 0.00 Maintenance Facilities (Hub) 0.00

Note: The priorities listed above are the priorities identified for Recreation Impact Fees. They don’t necessarily represent the master plan priorities listed herein.

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Acreage Needed for New Facilities – Community Level of Service The new recreation components that will fill both the current deficiencies and future needs will require land area for their development. Components can be sited within existing park land as well as in new park land. The following table indicates the approximate acreage required for each of the deficient recreation components. In addition the prioritized components have been summarized at the bottom of the table. Acreage Needs for Recreation Components Acres with a 2028 Acres Approximate 15% 2019 Facility 2019 Acres 2028 Facility Needs of Priorities Recreation Components Acres Required Contingency Needs Needed Needs Future (Per Dept.) for Facility Added Populations A B C D E F G H Baseball Diamonds (13yrs ↑) 3.75 4.31 4.34 18.70 2.05 8.86 B Baseball Diamonds (12yrs ↓) 3.23 3.71 8.45 31.38 2.74 10.17 B Softball Diamonds 2.25 2.59 5.34 13.81 2.05 5.32 B Multi Purpose Fields (includes football) 2.07 2.38 9.67 23.03 4.11 9.78 A Soccer Fields 2.07 2.38 0.84 2.00 5.14 12.23 B Rugby Fields 2.07 2.38 7.92 18.86 2.57 6.11 B Tennis Courts 0.70 0.81 4.34 3.49 2.05 1.65 B Pickleball Courts (outdoors) 0.40 0.46 1.92 0.88 2.57 1.18 A Multi Purpose Indoor Sport Courts 2.07 2.38 4.22 10.06 1.37 3.26 C Running / Walking Track (Comm) 2.07 2.38 0.79 1.89 0.26 0.61 D Basketball Goals (outdoors) 0.15 0.17 6.67 1.15 4.11 0.71 B Volleyball Courts (outdoors) 0.15 0.17 0.22 0.04 1.37 0.24 B Skate/Bike Park (Neighborhood) 0.35 0.40 0.00 0.00 0.10 0.04 B Climbing / Challenge Elements 0.10 0.12 0.17 0.02 1.03 0.12 A Park Shelters 0.15 0.17 0.67 0.12 4.11 0.71 A Park Restrooms 0.15 0.17 0.11 0.02 5.87 1.01 A Nature Havens Components 0.75 0.86 0.11 0.10 0.68 0.59 B Nature Center 1.50 1.73 0.77 1.32 0.41 0.71 A Outdoor Entertain.Venue (amphitheatre) 3.00 3.45 0.06 0.19 0.34 1.18 A Events Lawn (Acres) 4.00 4.60 0.22 1.03 1.37 6.30 A Community Centers (Community) 1.50 1.73 0.79 1.37 0.26 0.44 B Playgrounds (Comm./Destination) 0.50 0.58 0.00 0.00 1.39 0.80 A Playgrounds (Neighborhood) 0.30 0.35 0.11 0.04 0.68 0.24 B Skating Rinks (hockey) Regional 2.00 2.30 0.63 1.46 0.21 0.47 D Skating Area (non-hockey) 0.26 0.30 0.00 0.00 0.05 0.01 B Swimming Pool / Aquatics Facilities 15.00 17.25 1.11 19.19 0.68 11.81 B Sprayground / SplashPad 0.50 0.58 0.17 0.10 1.03 0.59 A Golf Course 18-hole 135.00 155.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 D Disc Golf Course - 18 hole 10.00 11.50 1.11 12.79 0.68 7.87 B Foot Golf Course - 18 hole 11.00 12.65 2.53 32.06 0.82 10.39 B Driving Range 30.00 34.50 0.00 0.00 0.20 6.86 D Dog Park Area 8.00 9.20 1.27 11.66 0.41 3.78 A Maintenance Facilities (Hub) 2.00 2.30 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 B Maintenance Facilities (Satellite) 1.00 1.15 0.00 0.00 0.36 0.41 A Multi-use / Nature Pathways (miles) 4.01 4.61 0.00 0.00 19.87 91.64 A Park / Open Space Acres 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 264.45 0.00 A Total Park Acres Needed to Accommodate ALL of the Recreation Components 206.75 206.10 Total Acres Needed to Accommodate "A" Priority Components (not including new park acres) 38.37 118.21 156.58 Total Acres Needed to Accommodate Remaining Priority Components (not including new park acres) 168.38 87.89 256.27

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Recreation Facilities Needs and Cost Estimates The cost estimates of the recreational amenities required to overcome both the current deficiencies and future needs were estimated by establishing facility costs for each of the recreation components. The information below illustrates the estimated costs required for both the current deficiencies and future needs.

FACILITY NEEDS – COSTS 9-May-19

One Zone – City Wide Analysis (All Facilities) 63,368 = Estimated 2019 Pop. 83,911 = Projected 2028 Pop. Needed Needed Facility Costs Costs Needed to Costs Needed to Facilities Components to Components to Priorities (Per Facility (assuming no land Remove Current Remove 2028 Current Remove Current Remove 2028 Dept.) costs) Deficiency Deficiency Deficiency Deficiency Baseball Diamonds (13yrs ↑) 2.00 $ 90,000 4.34 $ 390,314 2.05 $ 184,883 B Baseball Diamonds (12yrs ↓) 0.00 $ 80,000 8.45 $ 675,927 2.74 $ 219,121 B Softball Diamonds 1.00 $ 60,000 5.34 $ 320,209 2.05 $ 123,255 B Multi Purpose Fields (includes football) 3.00 $ 90,000 9.67 $ 870,627 4.11 $ 369,766 A Soccer Fields 15.00 $ 90,000 0.84 $ 75,784 5.14 $ 462,208 B Rugby Fields 0.00 $ 90,000 7.92 $ 712,892 2.57 $ 231,104 B Tennis Courts 2.00 $ 45,000 4.34 $ 195,157 2.05 $ 92,442 B Pickleball Courts (outdoors) 6.00 $ 75,000 1.92 $ 144,077 2.57 $ 192,587 A Multi Purpose Indoor Sport Courts 0.00 $ 3,150,000 4.22 $ 13,307,315 1.37 $ 4,313,938 C Running / Walking Track (Comm) 0.00 $ 500,000 0.79 $ 396,051 0.26 $ 128,391 D Basketball Goals (outdoors) 6.00 $ 20,000 6.67 $ 133,473 4.11 $ 82,170 B Volleyball Courts (outdoors) 4.00 $ 7,500 0.22 $ 1,684 1.37 $ 10,271 B Skate/Bike Park (Neighborhood) 2.00 $ 150,000 0.00 $ - 0.10 $ 14,665 B Climbing / Challenge Elements 3.00 $ 40,000 0.17 $ 6,736 1.03 $ 41,085 A Park Shelters 12.00 $ 75,000 0.67 $ 50,523 4.11 $ 308,138 A Park Restrooms 18.00 $ 100,000 0.11 $ 10,519 5.87 $ 586,930 A Nature Havens Components 2.00 $ 500,000 0.11 $ 56,136 0.68 $ 342,376 B Nature Center 0.50 $ 1,000,000 0.77 $ 767,363 0.41 $ 410,851 A Outdoor Entertain.Venue (amphitheatre) 1.00 $ 750,000 0.06 $ 42,102 0.34 $ 256,782 A Events Lawn (Acres) 4.00 $ 100,000 0.22 $ 22,454 1.37 $ 136,950 A Community Centers (Community) 0.00 $ 3,000,000 0.79 $ 2,376,306 0.26 $ 770,346 B Playgrounds (Comm./Destination) 7.00 $ 150,000 0.00 $ - 1.39 $ 208,661 A Playgrounds (Neighborhood) 2.00 $ 45,000 0.11 $ 5,052 0.68 $ 30,814 B Skating Rinks (hockey) Regional 0.00 $ 2,500,000 0.63 $ 1,584,204 0.21 $ 513,564 D Skating Area (non-hockey) 1.00 $ 300,000 0.00 $ - 0.05 $ 14,665 B Swimming Pool / Aquatics Facilities 1.00 $ 6,500,000 1.11 $ 7,229,770 0.68 $ 4,450,888 B Sprayground / SplashPad 3.00 $ 150,000 0.17 $ 25,261 1.03 $ 154,069 A Golf Course 18-hole 2.00 $ 5,000,000 0.00 $ - 0.00 $ - D Disc Golf Course - 18 hole 1.00 $ 15,000 1.11 $ 16,684 0.68 $ 10,271 B Foot Golf Course - 18 hole 0.00 $ 10,000 2.53 $ 25,347 0.82 $ 8,217 B Driving Range 1.00 $ 750,000 0.00 $ - 0.20 $ 149,044 D Dog Park Area 0.00 $ 650,000 1.27 $ 823,786 0.41 $ 267,053 A Maintenance Facilities (Hub) 3.00 $ 750,000 0.00 $ - 0.00 $ - B Maintenance Facilities (Satellite) 3.00 $ 450,000 0.00 $ - 0.36 $ 160,393 A Multi-use / Nature Pathways (miles) 100.00 $ 318,300 0.00 $ - 19.87 $ 6,325,407 A Park / Open Space Acres 876.73 $ 30,000 0.00 $ - 264.45 $ 7,933,587 A TOTALS $ 30,265,754 $ 29,504,892 Cost of Facilities Needed to Remove Current Deficiency (2019): $ 30,265,754 Cost of Facilities Needed to Accommodate Future Development (2028): $ 29,504,892 Total Facility Costs: $ 59,770,646

Applied Summary: Current 2028 Pop. Costs Needed to Costs Needed to Remove Current Remove 2028 Deficiency Deficiency "A" Prioirities Components $ 2,763,449 $ 17,352,260

These recreation components were considered as part of the Recreation Impact Fee and Park Master Plan priorities and can be found within the action plan of this document.

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Section G: Action Plan Priorities ...... Page G – 3 Action Plan ...... Page G – 5 Action Year Budget Summary ...... Page G – 19 Funding Resources ...... Page G – 21

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Priorities Setting the priorities for this plan entailed a process of looking at public needs as well as financial constraints. These factors helped to identify priorities for new and existing developments and/or land acquisition for the Noblesville Parks. The proposed Action Plan is intended to be modified and adjusted as indicated by available resources. It is intended to be a flexible working document, and some adjustments should be anticipated. The annual departmental reviews of its Objectives should include those elements of the Park and Recreation Master Plan deemed feasible for that given year. Quantifiable benchmarks should be forecast for progress evaluation, based on a reasonable time frame. This Action Plan is formatted into six (6) categories including 1) Trail Actions, 2) Recreation Actions, 3) Golf Actions, 4) Capital Improvement Actions, 5) Equipment/Maintenance Actions and 6) Administrative Actions. Each action line item under the six categories indicates the narrative of the action, if it is related to a park facility or system-wide, budget source, estimated costs, funding source, priority and year of five-year actions. Those components identified in the Recreation Impact Fee actions may extend into the next five years of action. Those extended years have been identified in an additional column. This action plan work sheet will be adjusted to serve the Park Department as an interactive data base for sorting, reporting and management.

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7 Legacy Christian School Trail Connection NAT (Segment 82) Eng/parks $ 300,000 RIF A Crossing into Forest Park $ - $ 150,000 $ 150,000 $ - $ -

License agreement with 8 Levee Trail (D3, Carrigan Road to 216th Street on top of Levee) NAT (Segment 4) Eng/Parks $ 600,000 RIF / Bond A $ - $ 600,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - Citizens Little Chicago Road area - Pedestrian Bridge and Little Chicago 9 Rd. Area (C5, Ped. Bridgeway and Wrap around NW corner of NAT (Segment 2a) Eng/parks $ 4,800,000 Fed Grant / County A $ - $ - $ 4,800,000 $ - $ - $ - Harbour Town Shops) Little Chicago Rd. Area (C3, Trail improvements north of Completed to Elderbery 10 NAT (Segment 2a) Eng/Parks $ 200,000 RIF / Grant A $ - $ - $ 200,000 $ - $ - $ - Buttonwood north to the bridgeway) remainder in 2022 Little Chicago Rd. Area (C6, extend trail along 211th St. to Does not include R/W 11 NAT (Segment 3a) Eng/Parks $ 340,000 RIF / Grant A $ - $ - $ - $ 340,000 $ - $ - Oakbay Dr.) acquisition Bond / Road Const 12 Midland Trace Trail (add new phases of trail for completion) NAT (Segment 12) Eng/Parks $ 7,000,000 A $ - $ - $ - $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 / Grant / TIF New Cumberland Rd. near SMC (L1, connect existing trails with Does not include R/W 13 NAT (Segment 100) Eng/Parks $ 50,000 RIF A $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - missing segment near SMC) (Scoped only to date) acquisition Promise / Union Chapel Rds, (gap between 146th to Promise Does not include R/W 14 Road) (Not programmed through Engineering road project at NAT (Segment 47a) Road Const. $ 500,000 Bond A $ - $ 500,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - acquisition this time) SR 37 Area (B1, from LA Fitness continue to Stoney Creek Trail Does not include R/W 15 NAT (Segment 38) Eng/Parks $ 1,500,000 RIF / Grant A $ - $ 1,500,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - eastward to Union Chapel) acquisition

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Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) Stoney Creek Trail – SR 37 Undercrossing (B2, from LA Fitness continue west crossing Cumberland Rd., with switchbacks down 16 NAT (Segment 38) Eng/Parks $ 1,500,000 RIF / Grant A $ - $ - $ 1,500,000 $ - $ - $ - & under SR 37, switchback up to Hare Chev. To northside of Stoney Creek Rd.) - Federal Aid Grant Stony Creek - Union Chapel - St. Rd. 38 (I1, connect trail from Does not include R/W 17 Union Chapel Road east along northern side of Stony Creek to NAT (Segment 38) Eng/parks $ 1,935,000 RIF / Bond A $ - $ - $ 1,400,000 $ - $ 535,000 $ - acquisition Stony Creek Estates) Requires land and house Union Chapel Road (E1, connect the segments of trail on the 18 NAT (Segment 47a) Eng/Parks $ 500,000 Council A acquisition; price $ - $ - $ - $ 500,000 $ - $ - east side of Union Chapel south of 166th St.) included NAT (Portions of Segment 19 Nickel Plate Trail – 146th St. to Pleasant Eng/Parks $ 4,000,000 RIF / Grant A $ - $ - $ - $ 2,000,000 $ 2,000,000 $ - 32) 20 Trails per Recreation Impact Fee Study NAT (Various Segments) Eng/Parks $ 6,325,407 RIF A Tally from RIF Study $ - $ - $ - $ 1,273,200 $ 1,273,200 $ 3,779,007 21 Way-finding signs for trails NAT Dept. $ 15,000 Park Budget A Annual Implementation $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ - Consider this to be a 22 STAFF: Part-Time Staff, NAT Assistant (Shared with other Depts.) System-wide Eng/Parks $ 38,000 Park Budget A shared position within $ - $ - $ 38,000 $ - $ - $ - the City Does not include R/W 23 Interurban Trail (A1, Along Vestal Ditch around Interurban) NAT (Segment 17) Eng/Parks $ 250,000 Developer B $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 250,000 acquisition Does not include R/W 24 Interurban Trail (A2, Segment completed through Kingsley) NAT (Segment 17) Eng/Parks $ 250,000 RIF B $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 250,000 acquisition Does not include R/W 25 Interurban Trail (A3, Segment through Templeton Ridge) NAT (Segment 17) Eng/Parks $ 500,000 RIF / Developer B $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 500,000 acquisition Does not include R/W 26 Interurban Trail (A4, Interurban to 146th St.) NAT (Segment 17) Eng/Parks $ 300,000 RIF / Developer B $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 300,000 acquisition SR 37 Area (B3, South of Cherry St. following west side of SR 37 27 NAT Eng/Parks $ 400,000 RIF / Grant B $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 400,000 south to Pleasant St.) - Project tied to future SR 37 project. SR 37 Area (B4, Grade crossing at SR 37 and 191st St., south on Requires Land 28 the west side of SR 37 to Field Dr., including trail head) - INDOT NAT Eng/Parks $ 300,000 RIF / Grant B acquisition; price $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 300,000 has signal project at 191st / SR 37 programmed. included. TRAILS TOTALS (2021 – 2025): $ 37,063,407 Five Year Total: $ 31,284,400 $ 303,000 $ 4,253,000 $ 10,791,000 $ 7,766,200 $ 8,171,200 $ 5,779,007

Page G – 6 Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) RECREATION ACTIONS & GOALS Increase special-event and “one time only” programming to include comedians, touring artists, and community-focused 1 programming at the Recreation Annex. By 2024, have at least Rec Annex Rec. $ 1,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ 500 $ 500 $ - one adult and one family-friendly special event during the winter season at The Auditorium at the Annex. Assess, fix or replace cabling system on basketball goals to insure 2 Rec Annex Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - continued usability at the Recreation Annex. 3 Auditorium Cyclorama Install Rec Annex Rec. $ 1,500 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ 1,500 $ - $ - Create a successful winter concert series for The Auditorium at 4 Rec Annex Rec. $ 6,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ - the Annex by 2024. Create and run a “Parks and Recreation Performing Arts” Community-Based Theater Program. Work toward a two show 5 Rec Annex Rec. $ 10,000 NRO A $ - $ 3,000 $ 7,000 $ - $ - $ - “season” for 2022-2023, with a Community Christmas play and a spring musical. Create and utilize a customer satisfaction survey after each rental to find areas for improvement, and address any rental 6 Rec Annex Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - issues immediately to both grow community rental customer base and improve rental customer experience.

Improve quality of staff training and customer service for all 7 rentals at The Recreation Annex. Create an employee handbook Rec Annex Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - and standard operating procedures for The Recreation Annex.

Improve structural integrity of the Recreation Annex monitoring 8 facility upkeep weekly, submit maintenance, safety, cleanliness Rec Annex Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - issues with a goal of 100% usable spaces at all times by 2024.

Increase rental revenue at The Recreation Annex by fifty 9 Rec Annex Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - percent. Parks and Recreation Performing Arts program- By 2024, create 10 and run a Parks and Recreation Summer Theater Camp, in Rec Annex Rec. $ 3,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ 3,000 $ - $ - conjunction with our partner, Attic Theatre.

Parks and Recreation Performing Arts program- By 2024, have a 11 standard two show season AND individual theater programming Rec Annex Rec. $ 15,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ 15,000 $ - $ - as regular offerings in the Parks programming lineup.

Parks and Recreation Performing Arts program- Incorporate stand-alone programs on makeup, set building, lighting design, 12 Rec Annex Rec. $ 10,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ 10,000 $ - $ - $ - acting, improvisation, playwriting, voice and music no later than 2023-2024.

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Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) 13 Purchase Annex Theater 4 LED Backs Rec Annex Rec. $ 15,200 NRO A $ - $ - $ 15,200 $ - $ - $ - 14 Purchase Audio Video System Rec Annex Rec. $ 5,850 NRO A $ 5,850 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 15 Purchase Auditorium at the Annex Signage Rec Annex Rec. $ 5,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ 5,000 $ - $ - $ - 16 Purchase Auditorium Cyclorama Drop Rec Annex Rec. $ 3,600 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ 3,600 $ - $ - 17 Purchase Classroom Projector System Rec Annex Rec. $ 2,800 NRO A $ 2,800 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 18 Purchase New Auditorium Curtains Rec Annex Rec. $ 30,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 30,000 $ - 19 Replace & Upgrade Auditorium Sound and Lighting Rec Annex Rec. $ 81,000 NRO A $ 81,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 20 Replace Annex Scoreboard- Comm Gynm Rec Annex Rec. $ 8,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 8,000 $ - 21 Replace Auditorium Carpet- Front of Stage Rec Annex Rec. $ 10,000 NRO A $ - $ 10,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - Transition twenty-five percent of programming from Lodge/Inn 22 Rec Annex Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - spaces to The Recreation Annex. 23 Upgrade Annex Locker Room Rec Annex Rec. $ 2,000 NRO A $ - $ 2,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 24 Upgrade Annex Theater Electrical Rec Annex Rec. $ 20,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ 20,000 $ - $ - $ - 5% of programs each year must give back to the community in 25 the form of man hours, donations, collections, partnerships, System-wide Rec. $ 5,000 NRO A $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - and/or scholarships CAMP: Expand camps to various park location such as Hague 26 System-wide Rec. $ 7,500 NRO A $ - $ - $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ - and Finch Creek Park. Conduct program life cycle audits in the fall of each year to 27 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - create a healthy program-offering menu. Create a Facility Rental Feedback Form to be sent out after each 28 rental and utilize results from Feedback Form to generate System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - action plans for implementation. Create and implement a customer service training that focuses 29 on safety, courtesy, experience, and efficiency with each System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Recreation Team staff member. 30 Develop a Recreation Master Plan before 2026. System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Develop Performance Management Systems to develop clear 31 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - expectations and staff engagement. Enhance the quality of school break camps through games, 32 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - crafts, and scheduled field trips for campers. Hold weekly budget reviews to maintain cost recovery for 33 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - camps; maintain at least 30%. Improve quality of Rec2Go Programming in regards to team 34 building, corporate events, family reunions, and System-wide Rec. $ 10,000 NRO A $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ - preschool/school organizations. Increase Inn, Lodge, Green Room and Station 76 Rental 35 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Revenue by 5% each year.

Page G – 8 Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) Increase our current number of contracted program offerings to 36 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - add 5 new contracted programs by 2026. 37 Increase program revenue and consistency by 15% each year. System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Increase Shelter and Picnic Area Rental Revenue each year by 38 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 10% and 15% respectfully. IVY TECH: Create intramural leagues for students and 39 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - community Maintain a positive program budget to ensure all costs are covered. Hold quarterly budget reviews to maintain cost 40 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - recovery for all programs; maintain at least 15% positive variance from actual expenses. Maintain drop-in programs for Rec2Go Van at least twice a month during summer months, stopping at city parks, random 41 System-wide Rec. $ 5,000 NRO A $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - locations, or scheduled sites. Drop-in programs will remain free to the public. Maintain program cancelation rate lower than 15% each year 42 due to low enrollment, to prevent having to provide refunds System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - from the bottom line. Maintain program cancelation rate lower than 15% each year 43 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - due to low enrollment. Perform participant surveys at the end of every program to gain 44 perspective on the participants wants and needs from System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - programming. Provide at least 6 programs or events each year for the 45 following market groups: Pre/K, K-12, Family, Adaptive, Mental System-wide Rec. $ 10,000 NRO A $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ 2,000 $ - Health, Adult, and Seniors.

Purposefully create a culture of innovation and excellence. Each 46 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - team member will develop 1-4 innovative ideas each year.

Re-Energize camp programming to increase participation each 47 year for Dillon Park: Fill to 90% capacity, Forest Park: Fill to System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 100% capacity and Preschool Camp: Fill to 80% capacity. Rec2Go fee structure should cover all staffing and equipment 48 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - replacement for Rec2Go Programming. Recreation Team members conducts a facility and park scheduling audit each year to researching optimum 49 System-wide Rec. $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - programming choices to implement and maximize programming in facilities and parks.

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GOLF ACTIONS & GOALS Develop and implement a plan which establishes a golf course 1 nursery, primarily intended to economically increase the Forest Park GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - number of trees. Develop golf cart operation, policies and procedures which 2 protect areas surrounding tees, greens, and bunkers from golf Forest Park GC Golf $ 70,000 NRO A $ 70,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - cart wear and damage. Enhance the center practice area to provided more options and 3 Forest Park GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - a turf nursery. Increase course appeal and play through customer service, 4 Forest Park GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - promotion, course conditions and reinvestment. 5 Irrigation Upgrade (the pump and main line) Forest Park GC Golf $ 30,000 NRO A $ - $ 30,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - Maintain a tree, shrub and flower beautification program 6 designed to attract passers-by to the natural beauty of the total Forest Park GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Forest Park complex, a golf course within an arboretum.

7 Change Business Model of Golf - Contractor to Employee 2021 Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -

Develop a master plan process that will evaluate capital 8 improvements for the subsequent year, a 3-5 year period, and a Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 10 year period, and overall management. Develop a program that emphasizes proper landscaping of 9 Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - flowers, trees and shrubs. Develop and implement a plan which encourages, monitors and 10 Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - manages golf course courtesy and speed of play.

Page G – 10 Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) Maintain a formal operating maintenance and standards 11 program and expense budget prepared for and managed Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - throughout the year from operating perspective. Provide leadership so new employees learn to do tasks the safe 12 Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - and correct way. Provide leadership through the Director of Golf and staff which 13 Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - encourages junior and family golf. Train and education new staff in the Golf operation including 14 assistant superintendents and full time maintenance laborers Forest Park/Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - and teach them advanced golf course processes and tasks. 15 Bridge replacement on East 8 for player safety Fox Prairie GC Golf $ 26,000 NRO A $ 26,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Continue cart path program so play can continue despite poor 16 Fox Prairie GC Golf $ 100,000 NRO A $ - $ 75,000 $ 25,000 $ - $ - $ - weather conditions. Develop golf cart operation, policies and procedures which 17 protect areas surrounding tees, greens, and bunkers from golf Fox Prairie GC Golf $ 70,000 NRO A $ 70,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - cart wear and damage - GPS 18 Establish a complete bunker renovation program Fox Prairie GC Golf $ 650,000 NRO A $ 650,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - From Fees collected at 19 Fox Prairie Bridges and Paving – Phase B Fox Prairie GC Dept. $ 75,000 NRO / Council A $ - $ 75,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - the courses 20 Rate increase to right size based on renovations - 2021 Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Renovate Outing Pavilion to attract more outings and banquets 21 Fox Prairie GC Golf $ 500,000 NRO A $ - $ - $ 500,000 $ - $ - $ - to our facility Safeguard course appeal and play through customer services, 22 Fox Prairie GC Golf $ - NRO A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - promotion, course conditions and reinvestment. 23 Renovate irrigation of original 18 holes Fox Prairie GC Golf $ 1,000,000 Bond A $ 1,000,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - GOLF TOTALS (2021 – 2025): $ 2,521,000 Five Year Total: $ 2,521,000 $ 1,816,000 $ 180,000 $ 525,000 $ - $ - $ -

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT ACTIONS & GOALS 1 Dillon Park Maintenance HVAC Systems Dillon Park Dept. $ 17,500 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 17,500 $ - $ - 2 New Playground Equipment Dillon Park Dept. $ 550,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 550,000 $ - $ - $ - 3 Refinish Dillon Restroom Floors Dillon Park Dept. $ 16,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 16,000 $ - $ - $ - 4 Replace Dillon Park Splash Pad Dillon Park Dept. $ 275,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 275,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 5 Update Irrigation Systems Dillon Park Dillon Park Dept. $ 20,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 20,000 $ - $ - $ - 6 Green Room Flooring- Redo Federal Hill Commons Dept. $ 10,000 Park Budget A $ 10,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 7 New Roof Green Room Federal Hill Commons Dept. $ 22,500 Park Budget A $ - $ 22,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - 8 Dog Park Area (0.41) RIF (Future) Finch Creek Park Dept. $ 267,053 Bond A $ 267,053 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 9 Dog Park Area (1.27) RIF (Defic.) Finch Creek Park Dept. $ 823,786 Bond A $ 823,786 $ - $ - $ - $ -

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14 Add Electric and Concrete Floor to Cold Storage behind Pool Forest Park Dept. $ 40,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 40,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 15 Add more pickleball courts to inventory Forest Park Dept. $ 150,000 RIF/NRC A $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 16 Brown Pole Bard New Roof Forest Park Dept. $ 13,000 Park Budget A $ 13,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 17 Carousel Building New Roof Forest Park Dept. $ 17,500 Park Budget A $ 17,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - RIF / Dept / 18 Carousel Corner Renovations Forest Park Dept. $ 800,000 A $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ - $ - Foundation 19 Carousel Door Replacements Forest Park Dept. $ 50,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 20 Cold Storage Barn Forest Park Dept. $ 155,000 Park Budget A $ 155,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 21 Concrete Paths- Tom Thumb and RR Forest Park Dept. $ 26,000 Park Budget A $ 26,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 22 Concrete Storage Bins Forest Park Dept. $ 28,200 Park Budget A $ 28,200 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 23 Forest Park Lodge Roof and Gutters Forest Park Dept. $ 19,500 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 19,500 $ - $ - 24 HVAC Forest Park Inn Forest Park Dept. $ 24,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 24,000 $ - $ - 25 HVAC Forest Park Lodge Forest Park Dept. $ 21,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 21,000 $ - $ - $ - 26 HVAC Forest Park Maintenance Building Forest Park Dept. $ 9,500 Park Budget A $ - $ 9,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - 27 Inn and Lodge Interior Repaint Forest Park Dept. $ 7,500 Park Budget A $ 7,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 28 Lighted Volleyball Courts- Redo Forest Park Dept. $ 12,000 Park Budget A $ 12,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 29 Lodge Deck Work-Replace Backing and Deck Floor Pieces Forest Park Dept. $ 7,000 Park Budget A $ 7,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 30 Mill / Repave Parking Forest Park Dept. $ 750,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 750,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 31 New Ruber Roof Forest Park Maintenance Building Forest Park Dept. $ 90,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 90,000 $ - 32 North Playground Replacement Forest Park Dept. $ 550,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 550,000 $ - 33 North Restroom New Roof Forest Park Dept. $ 3,800 Park Budget A $ 3,800 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 34 North Restroom Replacement Forest Park Dept. $ 175,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 175,000 $ - 35 Pedestrian Bridge over White River- Redeck Forest Park Dept. $ 90,000 Park Budget A $ 90,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 36 Purchase Additional Tables and Chairs for Buildings Forest Park Dept. $ 6,000 Park Budget A $ 6,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Refinish Forest Park Maintenance Restrooms and Breakroom 37 Forest Park Dept. $ 13,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 13,000 $ - $ - Floors 38 Refinish Lodge Floor Forest Park Dept. $ 12,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 12,000 $ - $ - $ - 39 Remodel Skate Park Forest Park Dept. $ 350,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 350,000 $ - $ - $ - 40 Replace Carousel Canvas Forest Park Dept. $ 1,100 Park Budget A $ - $ 1,100 $ - $ - $ - $ - 41 Replace Inn Flooring Main and Overlook Rooms Forest Park Dept. $ 28,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 28,000 $ - 42 Replace Putt Putt Golf Fence Forest Park Dept. $ 23,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 23,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 43 Replacement Doors and Locks for Inn Forest Park Dept. $ 15,000 Park Budget A $ 15,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 44 Retaining Wall Parking Lot Babe Ruth- Redo Forest Park Dept. $ 40,000 Park Budget A $ 40,000 $ - $ - $ - $ -

Page G – 12 Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) 45 Shelter 1 New Roof Forest Park Dept. $ 15,000 Park Budget A $ 15,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 46 Shelter 5 New Roof Forest Park Dept. $ 13,500 Park Budget A $ 13,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 47 South Playground Replacement Forest Park Dept. $ 750,000 Park Budget A $ 750,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 48 Total Rehab of Carousel Forest Park Dept. $ 150,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - 49 Train Yard Phase I- Hobbs Station Forest Park Dept. $ 1,500,000 RIF / Bond A $ 1,500,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 50 Train Yard Phase II Forest Park Dept. $ 2,000,000 RIF / Bond A $ - $ - $ 2,000,000 $ - $ - $ - 51 Drinking Fountains Forest and Southside Parks Forest Park / Southside Park Dept. $ 32,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 32,000 $ - $ - $ - Dept / Bond / TIF / 52 Hague Road Nature Haven Development - Parking Lot Hague Road Dept. $ 150,000 A $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - Foundation 53 Replace Privacy Fence Across from Pocket Park Riverwalk Depot Dept. $ 6,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 6,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 54 New Playground Equipment Seminary Park Dept. $ 150,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - 55 Additional Parking Area (10 cars) Southside Dept. $ 50,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 56 Posts Barrier Around Park Southside Dept. $ 5,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 5,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 57 Replace Shelter Roof Southside Dept. $ 4,500 Park Budget A $ - $ 4,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - 58 Climbing / Challenge Elements (0.17) RIF (Defic.) Various Parks Dept. $ 6,736 Bond A $ - $ 6,736 $ - $ - $ - $ - 59 Climbing / Challenge Elements (1.03) RIF (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 41,085 RIF A $ - $ 41,085 $ - $ - $ - $ - 60 Events Lawn (Acres) (0.22) RIF (Defic.) Various Parks Dept. $ 22,454 Bond A $ 22,454 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 61 Events Lawn (Acres) (1.37) RIF (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 136,950 RIF A $ 136,950 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 62 Multi Purpose Fields (4.11) RIF (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 369,766 RIF A $ 369,766 $ - $ - $ - $ - 63 Multi Purpose Fields (9.67) RIF (Defic.) Various Parks Dept. $ 870,627 Bond A $ 540,000 $ 330,627 $ - $ - $ - $ - Outdoor Entertainment Venue (amphitheater) (0.06) RIF 64 Various Parks Dept. $ 42,102 Bond A $ 42,102 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - (Defic.) Outdoor Entertainment Venue (amphitheater) (0.34) RIF 65 Various Parks Dept. $ 256,782 RIF A $ 256,782 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - (Future) 66 Park / Open Space (264.45 acres) per RIF study Various Parks Dept. $ 7,933,587 RIF A $ - $ - $ 1,500,000 $ 1,500,000 $ - $ 4,933,587 67 Park Restrooms (0.11) RIF (Defic.) Various Parks Dept. $ 10,519 Bond A $ 10,519 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 68 Park Restrooms (5.87) RIF (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 586,930 RIF A $ 200,000 $ - $ 200,000 $ - $ 186,930 $ - 69 Park Shelters (0.67) RIF Study (Defic.) Various Parks Dept. $ 50,523 Bond A $ 50,523 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 70 Park Shelters (4.11) RIF Study (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 308,138 RIF A $ 150,000 $ - $ 158,138 $ - $ - $ - 71 Pickleball Courts (1.92 courts) RIF (Defic.) Various Parks Dept. $ 144,077 Bond A $ 144,077 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 72 Pickleball Courts (2.57 courts) RIF (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 192,587 RIF A $ 192,587 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 73 Playgrounds (Community) (1.39) RIF (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 208,661 RIF A $ 208,661 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 74 Sprayground / SplashPad (0.17) RIF (Defic.) Various Parks Dept. $ 25,261 Bond A $ - $ 25,261 $ - $ - $ - $ - 75 Sprayground / SplashPad (1.03) RIF (Future) Various Parks Dept. $ 154,069 RIF A $ - $ 154,069 $ - $ - $ - $ - 76 Hague Road Nature Haven Development - Trail Improvements Hague Road Dept. $ 10,000 Grant / Foundation B $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 10,000

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT TOTALS (2021 – 2025): $ 33,064,400 Five Year Total: $ 28,120,813 $ 6,434,760 $ 2,344,771 $ 16,237,352 $ 2,624,000 $ 479,930 $ 4,943,587

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Purchase 3/4 ton 4wd pickup w/ snow plow and strobe package 2013 4wd Pickup w Lift 16 System-wide Park Division $ 45,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 45,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - and lift gate Gate 2016 3/4 ton Pickup w 17 Purchase 3/4 ton pickup w/ snow plow and strobe package System-wide Park Division $ 42,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 42,000 $ - snow plow 18 Purchase 3/4 ton truck w lift gate System-wide Park Division $ 37,000 Park Budget A 2019 Ford w Lift Gate $ - $ - $ 37,000 $ - $ - $ - 19 Purchase 60" diesel ZTR System-wide Park Division $ 18,000 Park Budget A John Deere ZTR 60" $ 18,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - X Mark Stand On Mower 20 Purchase 60" stand on mower System-wide Park Division $ 15,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 15,000 $ - $ - $ - 60" X Mark Stand On Mower 21 Purchase 60" stand on mower System-wide Park Division $ 15,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 15,000 $ - $ - $ - 60" 22 Purchase 72" diesel ZTR System-wide Park Division $ 20,000 Park Budget A X Mark Diesel ZTR $ 20,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 23 Purchase 90' tracked aerial lift System-wide Park Division $ 195,000 Park Budget A New $ 195,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 24 Purchase admin vehicle (Impala) System-wide Park Division $ 40,000 Park Budget A Terrain $ 40,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 25 Purchase aerating machine 98" System-wide Park Division $ 38,000 Park Budget A New $ 38,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - John Deere Tractor w 26 Purchase articulating loader System-wide Park Division $ 50,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - Front Loader 27 Purchase concrete mixer System-wide Park Division $ 6,000 Park Budget A New $ - $ 6,000 $ - $ - $ - Purchase extendable arm bushhog for trail maintenance 28 System-wide Park Division $ 12,500 Park Budget A New $ - $ 12,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - (hydraulic) 29 Purchase front deck mower System-wide Park Division $ 25,000 Park Budget A ZTR $ - $ 25,000 $ - $ - $ - $ -

Page G – 14 Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) 30 Purchase heavy duty trail utility vehicle System-wide Park Division $ 45,000 Park Budget A Kabota $ - $ 45,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 31 Purchase heavy duty truck System-wide Park Division $ 60,000 Park Budget A 2008 C 4500 $ - $ 60,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 32 Purchase heavy duty utility vehicle- toolcat System-wide Park Division $ 50,000 Park Budget A Toolcat $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 50,000 $ - 33 Purchase lightning loader System-wide Park Division $ 145,000 Park Budget A New $ - $ 145,000 $ - $ - $ - Purchase medium duty truck 4wd/dump body w strobe 2017 Medium Duty 34 System-wide Park Division $ 65,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 65,000 $ - package/snow plow Dump Body w Snow Plow 35 Purchase medium duty utility vehicle w/ snow plow System-wide Park Division $ 28,000 Park Budget A Kobota Utility Vehicle $ - $ - $ - $ 28,000 $ - $ - 36 Purchase mid size pickup truck System-wide Park Division $ 27,000 Park Budget A 2008 Dodge Dakota $ 27,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 37 Purchase mini excavator System-wide Park Division $ 40,000 Park Budget A New $ - $ 40,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 38 Purchase mobile stage System-wide Park Division $ 150,000 Park Budget A Mobile Stage $ - $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - 2008 Caterpillar Multi 39 Purchase multi terrain loader/forestery cutter System-wide Park Division $ 80,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 80,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - Terrain Loader 40 Purchase Rec2Go van System-wide Park Division $ 35,000 Park Budget A Rec2Go Van $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 35,000 $ - 41 Purchase shop air compressor System-wide Park Division $ 3,500 Park Budget A Shop Air Compressor $ - $ 3,500 $ - $ - $ - $ - 42 Purchase stand on mower System-wide Park Division $ 13,000 Park Budget A X Mark 60" $ - $ 13,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 43 Purchase stand on mower System-wide Park Division $ 11,000 Park Budget A X Mark 48" $ - $ 11,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - 44 Purchase stand on mower 52" System-wide Park Division $ 13,000 Park Budget A 52" Stand On Mower $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 13,000 $ - 45 Purchase tow behind diesel air compressor System-wide Park Division $ 20,000 Park Budget A New $ 20,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 46 Purchase utility vehicle System-wide Park Division $ 14,000 Park Budget A Club Car $ 14,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 47 Purchase utility vehicle w/ snow blade System-wide Park Division $ 27,000 Park Budget A Kobota w Snow Blade $ 27,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 48 Purchase utility vehicle- club car System-wide Park Division $ 13,000 Park Budget A Club Car $ - $ - $ 13,000 $ - $ - $ - 49 Purchase utility vehicle- gem car System-wide Park Division $ 25,000 Park Budget A Electric Gem Car $ - $ - $ 25,000 $ - $ - $ - Torro Wide Area Boom 50 Purchase wide area boom sprayer System-wide Park Division $ 50,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ 50,000 $ - $ - $ - Sprayer 51 Purchase wide area mower 96" System-wide Park Division $ 45,000 Park Budget A New $ - $ - $ - $ 45,000 $ - $ - 52 Purchase z sprayer System-wide Park Division $ 15,000 Park Budget A New $ - $ 15,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - EQUIPMENT / MAINTENANCE TOTALS (2021 – 2025): $ 2,335,000 Five Year Total: $ 2,335,000 $ 379,000 $ 929,000 $ 329,000 $ 349,000 $ 349,000 $ -

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Continue to develop and enhance the partnership with Ivy Tech 7 Community College of Noblesville for the Recreation Annex System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - focusing on enhancement and programming opportunities.

Continue to offer, enhance and distribute program scholarship 8 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - opportunities for Noblesville residents. Contract with public relations firm as a short term solution to 9 continue marketing efforts for the Department with a focus on System-wide Dept. $ 25,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 25,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - graphic design elements and an annual marketing plan. Create a Marketing Manager position with the Department to take over all public relations duties including implementing a 10 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - marketing plan, managing social media, advertising and press releases. Create a plan to promote and activate open and natural spaces 11 System-wide Dept. $ 20,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 20,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - within the park system. Design, develop and implement the next phase of the railyard 12 System-wide Dept. $ 3,000,000 Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ 3,000,000 $ - $ - reintegration plan. 13 Develop 2 new programs a year that are free to the public. System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Develop a comprehensive recreation master plan that focuses 14 System-wide Dept. $ 20,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 20,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - on active recreation, passive recreation and mental health.

Page G – 16 Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Noblesville Parks & Recreation Master Plan "A" – Primary in next 5 years Priority Criteria: "B" – Secondary in next 5 years (5 to 10 years) 22-Nov-20 Action Plan 2021–2025 "C" – Unlikely in next 5 years (10 to 20 years) Remaining Years – A B C D E F G Five Year Action Plan (Current RIF Plan) Division or Total Costs Park Component / Plan of Action Park Site(s) Site (Budget Funding Source Priority Notes / Comments (2021 – 2028) 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026-2028 Source) Develop a Park and Open Space Master Plan, incorporating 15 input from City Council and other appropriate governmental System-wide Dept. $ 30,000 Park Budget A $ - $ 30,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - entities, commissions, boards, etc., as well as the general public.

Develop a plan that will focus on programs that are financially 16 responsible and responsive to the needs of the department and System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - the community. Develop a policy manual to include operations data, standards 17 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - and guidelines for all departmental divisions. Develop a working relationship with local media to gain more 18 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - exposure for the Department. 19 Develop an annual report. System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - Develop and Maintain Risk Management plan that reflects 20 System-wide Dept. $ 5,000 Park Budget A $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - CARPA Standards Develop and utilize placemaking in all development 21 considerations to enhance workforce, economic development System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - and downtown, culture and recreation. 22 Develop five (5) programs a year that focus on mental health. System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ -

Develop policies and procedures to effectively make sound 23 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - financial considerations in purchasing and payment processing.

Develop short and long range action plans for capital improvements for the upgrading of current park and recreation 24 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - facilities and for future expansion to meet the needs of projected population growth. Develop, maintain and enhance a plan for our linear park 25 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - system. Establish a standard for offering free programs and events 26 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - versus paid programs and needs. Evaluate all fees and charges yearly and establish responsible 27 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - financial controls. Evaluate the ability to accommodate people of all abilities for 28 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - programs offered by the Department. Evaluate the existing programming needs and assess for future 29 System-wide Dept. $ - Park Budget A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - program and event needs. 30 Expand Staff development (continuing education) System-wide Dept. $ 5,000 Park Budget A $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - Formalize customer service standards for all full-time, part-time 31 System-wide Dept. $ 5,000 Park Budget A $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ - and contract employees as well as all leasees 32 Implement CAPRA standards in operations System-wide Dept. $ 5,000 Park Budget A $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ -

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT / ENGAGEMENT GOALS 1 Increase sponsorship funds by 20% System-wide Dept. $ - Sponsorships A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 2 Increase the number of sponsors by 10% System-wide Dept. $ - Sponsorships A $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT / ENGAGEMENT TOTALS (2021 – 2025): $ - Five Year Total: $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - TOTALS $ 78,557,257 $67,834,663 $ 9,040,410 $ 7,887,771 $ 27,966,052 $ 13,793,300 $ 9,147,130 $ 10,722,594

Page G – 18 Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Action Plan for 2021-2025 – "A" Priorities Action Category 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 TOTALS % Trails Actions $ 303,000 $ 4,253,000 $ 10,791,000 $ 7,766,200 $ 8,171,200 $ 31,284,400 46.1% Administrative Community Engagement $3,190,000 … Recreation Actions $ 98,650 $ 27,000 $ 74,700 $ 45,100 $ 138,000 $ 383,450 0.6% $- Equipment / Maintenance Golf Actions $ 1,816,000 $ 180,000 $ 525,000 $ - $ - $ 2,521,000 3.7% $2,335,000 0% Capital Improvement Actions $ 6,434,760 $ 2,344,771 $ 16,237,352 $ 2,624,000 $ 479,930 $ 28,120,813 41.5% 3% Equipment/Maintenance Actions $ 379,000 $ 929,000 $ 329,000 $ 349,000 $ 349,000 $ 2,335,000 3.4% Administrative Actions $ 9,000 $ 154,000 $ 9,000 $ 3,009,000 $ 9,000 $ 3,190,000 4.7% Community Engagement Goals $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% TOTALS $ 9,040,410 $ 7,887,771 $ 27,966,052 $ 13,793,300 $ 9,147,130 $ 67,834,663 100% Capital Improvements Trails $28,120,813 $31,284,400 41% 46% Action Plan for 2021-2025 – "A" Priorities Site or Area 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 TOTALS % NAT $ 303,000 $ 4,253,000 $ 10,791,000 $ 7,766,200 $ 8,171,200 $ 31,284,400 46.1% Recreation Annex $ 89,650 $ 15,000 $ 57,200 $ 26,600 $ 41,500 $ 229,950 0.3% System-wide $ 2,546,421 $ 1,503,778 $ 2,058,638 $ 4,750,500 $ 497,430 $ 11,356,767 16.7% Forest Park Golf Course $ 104,000 $ 65,000 $ 25,000 $ - $ 98,000 $ 292,000 0.4% Forest Park / Fox Prairie GCs $ 95,000 $ 114,000 $ 130,000 $ 126,000 $ 18,000 $ 483,000 0.7% Fox Prairie Golf Course $ 1,792,000 $ 150,000 $ 525,000 $ - $ 28,000 $ 2,495,000 3.7% Recreation Services Dillon Park $ - $ 275,000 $ 586,000 $ 17,500 $ - $ 878,500 1.3% ACTION PLAN BY CATEGORY Golf $383,450 Federal Hill Commons $ 10,000 $ 22,500 $ - $ - $ - $ 32,500 0.0% $2,521,000 1% 4% Finch Creek Park $ 1,090,839 $ 160,393 $ 11,178,214 $ - $ - $ 12,429,446 18.3% Forest Park $ 3,009,500 $ 1,113,600 $ 2,583,000 $ 956,500 $ 293,000 $ 7,955,600 11.7% Forest Park/Southside Park $ - $ - $ 32,000 $ - $ - $ 32,000 0.0% Hague Road Park $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000 0.2% Riverwalk Depot $ - $ 6,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 6,000 0.0% Seminary Park $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ 150,000 0.2% Southside Park $ - $ 59,500 $ - $ - $ - $ 59,500 0.1% TOTALS $ 9,040,410 $ 7,887,771 $ 27,966,052 $ 13,793,300 $ 9,147,130 $ 67,834,663 100% 2021-2025 Action Plan Costs Action Plan for 2021-2025 – "A" Priorities Funding Source 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 TOTALS % Bond $ 2,900,514 $ 862,624 $ 767,363 $ - $ - $ 4,530,501 6.7% $27,966,052 Bond / Grant $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 350,000 $ 350,000 0.5% Bond / Road Const. / Grant / TIF $ - $ - $ - $ 3,500,000 $ 3,500,000 $ 7,000,000 10.3% Council $ - $ - $ - $ 500,000 $ - $ 500,000 0.7% Dept / Bond /TIF / Foundation $ - $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000 0.2% Developer $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% DOT / Bond $ 250,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 250,000 0.4% Fed. Grant / County $ - $ - $ 4,800,000 $ - $ - $ 4,800,000 7.1% Non-Reverting Operations $ 914,650 $ 132,000 $ 599,700 $ 45,100 $ 138,000 $ 1,829,450 2.7% Non-Reverting Operations / Council $ - $ 75,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 75,000 0.1% $13,793,300 Park Budget $ 1,560,500 $ 2,362,600 $ 1,380,000 $ 4,285,000 $ 654,000 $ 10,242,100 15.1% Park Budget / Bond $ - $ - $ 10,000,000 $ - $ - $ 10,000,000 14.7% RIF $ 1,564,746 $ 505,547 $ 3,818,989 $ 2,923,200 $ 1,995,130 $ 10,807,612 15.9% $9,040,410 $9,147,130 RIF / Bond $ 1,500,000 $ 600,000 $ 2,000,000 $ - $ 510,000 $ 4,610,000 6.8% $7,887,771 RIF / Bond / TIF $ - $ 1,500,000 $ - $ - $ - $ 1,500,000 2.2% RIF / Developer $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% RIF / Grant $ - $ 1,500,000 $ 4,400,000 $ 2,340,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 10,240,000 15.1% RIF / Non Reverting Capital $ 150,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 150,000 0.2% RIF / Dept / Foundation $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ - $ 800,000 1.2% TOTALS $ 9,040,410 $ 7,887,771 $ 27,966,052 $ 13,793,300 $ 9,147,130 $ 67,834,663 100% 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

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Funding Resources Many are the demands on local government to fund the variety of programs provided to the public sector. Following, is a brief description of the principal resources available to the Park and Recreation Board for implementing programs for recreational purposes.

NRC — Non-Reverting Capital Funds Non-Reverting Capital Fund Accounts are created for the purpose of acquiring land or making specific capital improvements. All proceeds from the sale of Parks and Recreation Department property and equipment plus special user fees as established by the Parks and Recreation Board shall be deposited into this capital fund.

NRO — Non-Reverting Operations Non-Reverting Operating funds are created for park purposes from which expenditures may be made by appropriation by the Parks and Recreation Board. All receipts from program participation, event admissions, concessions, rentals, sales of merchandise and food, user fees from golf operations and revenue generated by park operations throughout the park system and rental fees from enclosed facilities shall be deposited into said special non-reverting operating fund.

CP — Civil City Personnel Each year a significant portion of the Civil City budget is devoted to personnel expenses. These expenses include base salaries, overtime pay, longevity pay based on number of years employed, medical and life insurance benefit coverage, and PERF (Public Employee Retirement Fund) contributions.

CO — Civil City Operations In addition to the annual appropriation for personnel expenses, the Park Department receives each year from Civil City funds a budget amount for operations for the upcoming year. This money is used to cover maintenance costs associated with park upkeep, departmental office operating expenses, and costs associated with promoting and running the recreation program and special events.

COIT — County Option Income Taxes Adopted by county councils, city councils and towns, this income tax raises funds for new spending for all local units except schools.

CEDIT — County Economic Development Income Taxes Revenue raised by CEDIT must be used for economic development projects or public capital projects.

CBDG — Community Block Development Grant The Community Development Block Grant program is a flexible program that provides communities with resources to address a wide range of unique community development needs. The CDBG program provides annual grants on a formula basis to 1209 general units of local government and States.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page G – 21 CBF — Cumulative Building Fund A Cumulative Building Fund may be established by the Board to provide money for building, remodeling, and repair of park and recreation facilities; or for the purchase of land for park and recreation purposes.

CCD – Cumulative Capital Development Fund The legislative body of a municipality may establish a cumulative capital development fund under IC 6-1.1-41 to provide money for any purpose for which property taxes may be imposed within the municipality. An ad valorem property tax levy of 5 cents per $100 assessed value will be retained in the Cumulative Capital Development Fund. This fund will be used for the cumulative bridge, improvement, fire, transportation, building and capital improvement building fund for municipal sewers and park funds.

CCI – Cumulative Capital Improvement Fund A unit may establish a cumulative building or sinking fund or cumulative capital improvement funds to provide money for one (1) or more of the following purposes: (1) To purchase, construct, equip, and maintain buildings for public purposes. (2) To acquire the land, and any improvements on it, that are necessary for the construction of public buildings. (3) To demolish any improvements on land acquired under this section, and to level, grade, and prepare the land for the construction of a public building. (4) To acquire land or rights-of-way to be used as a public way or other means of ingress or egress to land acquired for the construction of a public building. (5) To improve or construct any public way or other means of ingress or egress to land acquired for the construction of a public building

SA — City Special Appropriation The City may also, from time to time, appropriate money toward Park Department projects and improvements from other town revenue sources. These sources might include money from the town’s Community Development Block Grant budget (CDBG). Also, funds needed to match grant requests are sometimes appropriated from a City matching funds line item.

GD — Gifts and Donations Donations of money, land, and time are important resources to the Park Department. Many recreation activities and special events would not occur if such donations were not received from individuals, service clubs, and businesses. Also, land donations to the park system have been received since early in the history of the Park Department and, where advantageous, these land donations should be encouraged and received by the Park Board.

GOB — General Obligation Bonds General obligation bonds, which are retired by tax money, provide a funding source for implementation of large scale projects or improvements. The Park Board can not exceed a set percentage (2%) of the assessed valuation of the taxing district. Public hearings must be held and approval is required by the City Council.

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RIF — Recreation Impact Fees A Recreational Impact Fee Ordinance allows for the new housing developments to assist in the funding of facilities (based on identified recreational standards) to serve that particular population growth. This funding source is not to be used for current facility deficiencies.

HIF — Highway Impact Fees Similar to the Recreation Impact Fee funding source, the City’s Highway Impact Fees can be used for trail development within road right-of-ways.

LWCF — Land and Water Conservation Funds Administered by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation, these funds are used most predominantly for park development of outdoor recreation facilities. These grant funds can be utilized to finance up to 50% of the cost of eligible projects and are awarded annually. To qualify for LWCF funds, a city/town must have a park and recreation board established in accordance with state statues and have an approved Park and Recreation Master Plan.

MAP-21 — Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Funding surface transportation programs at over $105 billion for fiscal years 2013 and 2014, MPA-21 is the first long-term highway authorization enacted since 2005. Under MAP-21, the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) will receive about $780 million for projects such as bike/pedestrian facilities; safe routes for non-drivers; conversion of abandoned railroad corridors for trails; community improvement; and environmental mitigation activities, as well as others.

IHT — Indiana Heritage Trust The Indiana Heritage Trust was created to fund the purchase of natural areas for public use. Funded by the sale of environmental license plates and donations, the money is used for land acquisition. A Project Committee reviews the proposed projects submitted to the Heritage Trust Committee, which in turn recommends approval by the Governor. The Trust Committee members are appointed by the governor and legislative leaders. A portion of the Heritage Trust funds are available to the Division of Outdoor Recreation for the purchase of land that meets established criteria. Projects could include greenways and land for trails.

RTP —Recreational Trails Program The Recreational Trails Program (RTP) is an assistance program of the Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Federal transportation funds benefit recreation by making funds available to the States to develop and maintain recreational trails and trail-related facilities for both non-motorized and motorized recreational trail uses. The RTP funds come from the Federal Highway Trust Fund, and represent a portion of the motor fuel excise tax collected from non-highway recreational fuel use: fuel used for off-highway recreation by snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, off-highway motorcycles, and off-highway light trucks.

Noblesville Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025 Page G – 23 HPF — Historic Preservation Fund Program Each year, the U.S. Congress appropriates approximately $37 million to the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) The HPF provides matching grants to encourage private and non-federal investment in historic preservation efforts nationwide, and assists State, local governments, and Indian tribes with expanding and accelerating their historic preservation activities nationwide. HPF grants serve as a catalyst and "seed money" for preserving and protecting our nation's irreplaceable heritage for this and future generations.

Hoosier Riverwatch Water Monitoring Equipment Grants Equipment grants are available for volunteer groups interested in monitoring the water quality of local rivers and streams. The grants, administered by the DNR’s Hoosier Riverwatch, will help as many as 60 groups establish education and river stewardship programs throughout the state. Non-profit groups, public agencies, environmental clubs and schools are among those eligible for grants. Since 1996, approximately 155 volunteer groups have received equipment and have started monitoring local waterways. This year, 10 grants are reserved for elementary schools to encourage participation in stewardship among young people.

LARE — Lake and River Enhancement The goal of the Division of Fish and Wildlife's Lake and River Enhancement Section is to protect and enhance aquatic habitat for fish and wildlife, to insure the continued viability of Indiana's publicly accessible lakes and streams for multiple uses, including recreational opportunities. This is accomplished through measures that reduce non-point sediment and nutrient pollution of surface waters to a level that meets or surpasses state water quality standards. To accomplish this goal, the LARE Program provides technical and financial assistance for qualifying projects.

UFC — Urban Forest Conservation Grants The Urban Forest Conservation (UFC) Grants are intended to help communities develop long term programs to manage their urban forests. Grantees may conduct any project that helps to improve and protect trees and other associated natural resources in urban areas. Community projects that target program development, planning and education are emphasized. Projects funded in the past include activities such as conducting tree inventories, developing tree maintenance and planting plans, writing tree ordinances, conducting programs to train municipal employees and the public, purchase or development of publications, books and videos, hiring consultants or city foresters, etc. Certified Tree Cities may spend up to 20% of the grant funds on demonstration tree planting projects. Local municipalities, not-for-profit organizations and state agencies are eligible to apply for $2,000 to $20,000.

OG — Other Grants Other grant sources, besides the traditional recreation related ones sponsored by the state and federal government, exist for park improvement projects. Also, there are urban forestry grants available and grants from the Indiana Arts Commission that can be related to park and recreation projects. Private companies are also often sponsors of foundations and grant programs that may be related to an aspect of park and recreation such as tree planting, aid to handicapped persons, or programs for disadvantaged youth. Companies also sometimes sponsor volunteer programs to the community with their employee or executive resources.

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Funding Sources A. Indiana Department of Transportation B. Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Outdoor Recreation C. Indiana Committee for the Humanities D. Indiana Arts Commission E. Indiana Department of Aging and Community Services F. Indiana Federal Property Program G. Indiana Department of Commerce H. Indiana State Board of Health I. U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration J. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services K. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers L. U.S. Armed Services M. U.S. Department of Education N. President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports O. Green Thumb, Inc. P. The Nature Conservancy Q. Acres, Inc. R. The Trust for Public Land S. National Association for the Exchange of Industrial Resources T. Fish America Foundation U. Capital Fund Drive Campaign V. Memorial Giving W. Deferred Giving X. Public-Private Partnerships Y. Private Philanthropy Z. Park Foundations and “Friends” Groups

The aforementioned funding sources are not intended as an exhaustive list of available sources. In carrying out its responsibilities, the Park and Recreation Board will continue to research various federal grant-in-aid programs and private sector resources that could be utilized in the development of park and recreation projects.

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Section H: Resolutions and Approvals Board Resolution Adopting Master Plan ...... Page H – 3 Section 504 Assurance of Compliance ...... Page H – 5 IDNR Approval Letter ...... Page H – 7

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INSERT WHEN SIGNED: Board Resolution Adopting Master Plan Section 504 Assurance of Compliance IDNR Approval Letter

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Appendix Reference Sources Used in this Study Appendix Items

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Appendix

References used in this Study: • Noblesville Recreation Impact Fee Study 2019-2028 • Noblesville Alternative Transportation Plan – 2020 • PLANoblesville 2013 – Noblesville Comprehensive Plan • Noblesville Website (www.cityofnoblesville.org) • US Census Bureau via Decision InSight/Missision InSight

Appendix Items: § Noblesville Parks Community Survey 2020 § Indiana Recreation Facilities Inventory Update Sheets (SCORP) § City of Noblesville ADA Transition Plan (Updated Dec. 2017)

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Noblesville Parks Community Survey 2020

Q1 How do you receive information about Noblesville Parks programs and facilities? (Check all that apply)

Answered: 739 Skipped: 2

Word of mouth

Park web site

In-park visits

Social media

Banners

At park events/programs

At community events...

Contact park oﬃce

Newspaper

Wastewater bill insert

Other (please specify)

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Word of mouth 42.90% 317

Park web site 37.21% 275

In-park visits 25.03% 185

Social media 54.40% 402

Banners 22.19% 164

At park events/programs 16.91% 125

At community events (non-park events) 7.44% 55

Contact park office 4.33% 32

Newspaper 14.07% 104

Wastewater bill insert 41.00% 303

Other (please specify) 9.20% 68 Total Respondents: 739

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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 HOA website 10/6/2020 4:06 PM

2 Facebook 9/30/2020 8:25 PM

3 School communications 9/26/2020 4:06 AM

4 Email 9/25/2020 9:33 AM

5 Current Publication 9/24/2020 5:13 PM

6 emails 9/21/2020 12:03 PM

7 Ivy Tech postings 9/18/2020 6:10 PM

8 Email 9/17/2020 5:42 PM

9 Email 9/17/2020 1:15 PM

10 Been reserving for 15 plus years is why I can't understand why I was refused a refund for my 9/17/2020 10:34 AM deposit when the reunion had to be canceled due to COVID-19

11 Brandon Bennett 9/17/2020 9:04 AM

12 Emails 9/17/2020 7:28 AM

13 Email 9/17/2020 6:51 AM

14 We often use the park. We take grandkids for years. 9/17/2020 1:13 AM

15 Email 9/16/2020 10:03 AM

16 I haven't been 9/16/2020 9:34 AM

17 direct email 9/16/2020 9:07 AM

18 email 9/16/2020 8:57 AM

19 Parks emails 9/15/2020 3:17 PM

20 Email 9/15/2020 1:21 PM

21 I don't get information 9/15/2020 12:48 PM

22 Email 9/15/2020 11:00 AM

23 signs by Kroger 9/15/2020 10:23 AM

24 Mailed booklets 9/15/2020 10:08 AM

25 The only events I'm aware of are the ones my kids participate in through the theatre. 9/15/2020 9:56 AM

26 Internet search 9/15/2020 9:24 AM

27 email 9/15/2020 9:22 AM

28 Email 9/15/2020 8:41 AM

29 Newsletter comes in one of my bills 9/15/2020 8:39 AM

30 email and mail 9/15/2020 8:39 AM

31 Work for city 9/15/2020 8:28 AM

32 e-mail 9/15/2020 8:27 AM

33 Email 9/15/2020 8:25 AM

34 Email 9/15/2020 8:20 AM

35 Email newsletter 9/15/2020 8:17 AM

36 Email 9/15/2020 8:13 AM

37 Farmers Market 9/15/2020 8:02 AM

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38 Yoga teacher Teri Russell 9/15/2020 7:19 AM

39 Email 9/15/2020 7:11 AM

40 Emails 9/15/2020 6:42 AM

41 Staff, they do a great job 9/15/2020 5:57 AM

42 Email 9/15/2020 5:57 AM

43 Web search (often unsuccessful) 9/15/2020 3:47 AM

44 E-mail notices (kids camps) 9/15/2020 2:43 AM

45 None 9/15/2020 12:21 AM

46 Email 9/15/2020 12:20 AM

47 Emails 9/14/2020 10:53 PM

48 Email 9/14/2020 10:48 PM

49 Current 9/14/2020 10:35 PM

50 Google search 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

51 Emails 9/14/2020 10:28 PM

52 Email 9/14/2020 9:57 PM

53 Facebook primarily 9/14/2020 9:53 PM

54 email 9/14/2020 9:46 PM

55 Emails 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

56 The Current 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

57 Email 9/14/2020 9:32 PM

58 Emails 9/14/2020 9:16 PM

59 Email 9/14/2020 9:11 PM

60 Emails 9/14/2020 9:10 PM

61 Press releases 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

62 Email 9/14/2020 9:01 PM

63 email 9/14/2020 9:01 PM

64 Emails from parks and rec 9/14/2020 8:59 PM

65 I used to use wastewater bill but miss out now since I get it emailed 9/14/2020 8:46 PM

66 Email 9/14/2020 8:26 PM

67 Email 9/14/2020 8:25 PM

68 Facebook 9/12/2020 8:08 AM

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Q2 Which Parks or Park Facilities in Noblesville do you frequent the most?

Answered: 736 Skipped: 5

Dillon Park

Federal Hill Commons

Finch Creek Park

Forest Park

Forest Park Aquatic Center

Forest Park Golf Course

Fox Prairie Golf Course

Hague Road Nature Haven

Noblesville Soccer Fields

Noblesville Trails

Recreation Annex

Seminary Park

Southside Park

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Dillon Park 31.93% 235

Federal Hill Commons 56.79% 418

Finch Creek Park 10.87% 80

Forest Park 80.98% 596

Forest Park Aquatic Center 13.18% 97

Forest Park Golf Course 6.52% 48

Fox Prairie Golf Course 9.51% 70

Hague Road Nature Haven 11.28% 83

Noblesville Soccer Fields 7.47% 55

Noblesville Trails 28.53% 210

Recreation Annex 4.21% 31

Seminary Park 8.42% 62

Southside Park 2.04% 15 Total Respondents: 736

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Q3 How often do you use or visit a Noblesville Parks property?

Answered: 739 Skipped: 2

1-5 times / year

6-10 times / year

11-20 times / year

21 or more times / year

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

1-5 times / year 17.73% 131

6-10 times / year 19.22% 142

11-20 times / year 23.95% 177

21 or more times / year 39.11% 289

TOTAL 739

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Q4 Which of the following reasons prevent you from making more use of facilities and/or programs offered by Noblesville Parks.

Answered: 672 Skipped: 69

Accessibility

I am too busy; I don't have...

No interest in programs...

Poor maintenance ...

Programs / Classes are ...

I don't feel safe in the...

The fees are too high

Travel time to / from progr...

Uninformed

Other (please specify)

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Accessibility 3.57% 24

I am too busy; I don't have time 49.11% 330

No interest in programs offered 13.39% 90

Poor maintenance of the facilities 1.64% 11

Programs / Classes are not offered when I am (or family is) available 24.40% 164

I don't feel safe in the parks 1.49% 10

The fees are too high 5.06% 34

Travel time to / from program / facility 5.21% 35

Uninformed 22.92% 154

Other (please specify) 16.96% 114 Total Respondents: 672

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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Weather 10/8/2020 2:00 PM

2 Too many people at some events, even pre-Covid 10/6/2020 8:54 AM

3 I think I make good use of them 10/4/2020 9:22 PM

4 the Corona Virus 10/2/2020 10:53 PM

5 Time / Covid 10/2/2020 10:49 AM

6 Stupid Covid 10/2/2020 1:04 AM

7 Need stuff todo 10/1/2020 12:48 PM

8 More room for guests and parking at concerts and more concerts too please!!!!! 9/28/2020 5:50 PM

9 Age restricts my ability to participate more frequently 9/24/2020 5:13 PM

10 Lack of pickleball courts. 9/22/2020 10:07 PM

11 N/A 9/22/2020 9:31 PM

12 Some parks don't have enough play equipment, shade, seating for parents, or splash pads to 9/22/2020 9:37 AM make visiting in hot weather feasible.

13 I walk in the park every day. 9/21/2020 10:18 PM

14 I feel I use the facilities perfectly fine 9/21/2020 12:03 PM

15 Low number of Pickleball courts at Forest Park 9/17/2020 5:39 PM

16 I have no answer for this question 9/17/2020 12:37 PM

17 Only use for Pickleball 9/17/2020 12:27 PM

18 no reasons prevent me 9/17/2020 10:48 AM

19 Not sure I'll reserve in the future since losing my deposit for 8/22/20 9/17/2020 10:34 AM

20 High cost of classes 9/17/2020 8:44 AM

21 I don't have a negative reason. 9/17/2020 1:13 AM

22 Retired so not much interest us! 9/16/2020 6:03 PM

23 Need emails sent to me about park programs 9/16/2020 12:19 PM

24 we own a park-like property to do leisure activity 9/16/2020 11:41 AM

25 None 9/16/2020 10:03 AM

26 Covid 19 9/16/2020 9:34 AM

27 I don't live in Noblesville, so don't always think of going. I don't receive regular notice of 9/16/2020 7:26 AM programs.

28 Covid 9/16/2020 1:11 AM

29 We live in Carmel, but have participated in sports & summer programs 9/15/2020 10:36 PM

30 need more variety in programs offered. More exercise and nutrition classes would be helpful. 9/15/2020 9:03 PM

31 Park programs do not practice safety precautions of enforcement of masks in time of the 9/15/2020 8:56 PM pandemic.

32 We LOVE LOVE LOVE the dancing times in the Forest Park Inn. We only wish that there were 9/15/2020 6:27 PM instructors like Bonnie Lawrnce and Don Brown again. They taught us so much and gave us a great gift of dance! There were kind, they were professional and they were our friends!

33 We would greatly appreciate annual notifications of concerts in Federal and Forest Parks. 9/15/2020 5:28 PM

34 Loud PA music and Federal Hill, even at night 9/15/2020 4:52 PM

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35 None 9/15/2020 1:44 PM

36 We typically host an all company event once every couple years. We just don't always have 9/15/2020 12:16 PM the need for a park-like space, but Forest Park is typically always one of our go-to locations when looking for somewhere to book.

37 Sometimes difficult to get activity information online. 9/15/2020 12:05 PM

38 laziness 9/15/2020 11:11 AM

39 we use the parks as often as we can :) 9/15/2020 11:06 AM

40 Pandemic, concern for safety 9/15/2020 11:00 AM

41 If this means use of the parks, I use them every day. I don't partake in the scheduled 9/15/2020 10:49 AM programs because I'm too busy.

42 health issues 9/15/2020 10:48 AM

43 We visit them often especially in warmer months. Probably4-5 times per week. Love 9/15/2020 10:22 AM theConcerts At Federal Hill and Dillion Park!

44 Time 9/15/2020 10:16 AM

45 Chemical use on park grounds. Several times we have gone to the parks, but have to leave 9/15/2020 10:05 AM due to spraying of the grass or use of weed killers. These chemicals should not be used where our kids are playing.

46 Capacity The Pickleball courts are overwhelmed with players! This rapidedly growing sport is 9/15/2020 9:42 AM fun

47 At my age, it isn't a priority. 9/15/2020 9:15 AM

48 Lack of indoor swimming facility. 9/15/2020 8:41 AM

49 Parking - especially events at Federal Hill Commons, it's too crowded when events are 9/15/2020 8:41 AM happening

50 Live in a different county/travel 9/15/2020 8:35 AM

51 Sometimes the parks don’t have nice playground equipment so I take my kids down to Carmel. 9/15/2020 8:20 AM

52 Smoking and Alcohol should NOT be permitted 9/15/2020 8:13 AM

53 I don't do a good staying up to speed on what is going on 9/15/2020 8:05 AM

54 We use the parks often 9/15/2020 8:03 AM

55 Covid 9/15/2020 7:58 AM

56 N/A 9/15/2020 7:50 AM

57 We don’t have anything that prevents us! We try and use a park at least a few times a week! 9/15/2020 7:45 AM

58 Covid 9/15/2020 7:40 AM

59 covid19 9/15/2020 7:17 AM

60 Life gets in the way 9/15/2020 6:52 AM

61 I use them daily 9/15/2020 6:52 AM

62 I play pickleball at Ivy Tech and at Forest Park. We need more pickleball outside at Forest 9/15/2020 6:44 AM Park. Can you build pickleball courts at White River Campground?

63 We hope to get more time to enjoy the parks in Noblesville. The staff, mayor and council do a 9/15/2020 5:57 AM good job. Continue to support parks.

64 Visit other parks for walking with less people. 9/15/2020 5:49 AM

65 Since I use paperless billing, I don't get the Parks insert anymore. 9/15/2020 4:16 AM

66 Accessibility limited to travel by car (no sidewalks, trails, pathways to get to parks) 9/15/2020 2:43 AM

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67 I’m there nearly every day. 9/15/2020 1:18 AM

68 None of these are applicable 9/14/2020 11:39 PM

69 More adult group fitness needs to be offered 9/14/2020 11:32 PM

70 Not always knowing what is going on 9/14/2020 10:54 PM

71 No trails or connectivity in the east side of town 9/14/2020 10:44 PM

72 Need more Pickelball courts - indoors and especially out 9/14/2020 10:35 PM

73 Not enough Pickleball courts 9/14/2020 10:34 PM

74 Don’t like crowded events 9/14/2020 10:18 PM

75 We use the regularly 9/14/2020 10:09 PM

76 We live by Dillon Park and would use it more if there was more/different playground equipment. 9/14/2020 10:08 PM What is there is just not functional for all ages.

77 Walking connectivity to Federal Hill is dangerous at sr19 crossing. 9/14/2020 10:06 PM

78 Not much on east side of Noblesville 9/14/2020 10:05 PM

79 I love the activities offered wish there were more centered to my older son hes 11 9/14/2020 9:53 PM

80 Child age vs playground equipment 9/14/2020 9:46 PM

81 More on sunday afternoon 9/14/2020 9:42 PM

82 time commitments made in other places 9/14/2020 9:35 PM

83 Outdated playground equipment compared to surrounding cities/towns in our county 9/14/2020 9:34 PM

84 Winter 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

85 Not enough money 9/14/2020 9:32 PM

86 Concerns for safety during pandemic 9/14/2020 9:30 PM

87 Lots of time in parks! 9/14/2020 9:29 PM

88 Not enough shade and Forest Park is very far away. Wish more bike paths connected to parks 9/14/2020 9:23 PM no accessible parks in biking distance/safely from my house.

89 Parking around Babe Ruth fields shared by pool. 9/14/2020 9:23 PM

90 Just moved 9/14/2020 9:22 PM

91 Covid 9/14/2020 9:19 PM

92 Trying to lay low during the pandemic. 9/14/2020 9:16 PM

93 I live in Carmel. I will add Forest Park doesn’t feel like the updated ones that feel more modern 9/14/2020 9:16 PM for my grandchildren to play at and just feel lazier less safe to me - even the walking path is so old and needs repair. I broke my femur bone bike riding back onto Potters Bridge b/c of the way the re-entry back onto the bridge is configured. It was 4 yrs ago. I’ve bikes thousands of miles in IN all over but now avoid it! Not a safe place. Very poor design try is done.

94 Other parks in Hamilton County have more appropriate and engaging playgrounds for my 9/14/2020 9:15 PM toddler daughter.

95 Not very much advance notice of events. Makes it hard to fit in schedule 9/14/2020 9:09 PM

96 Not updated enough 9/14/2020 9:08 PM

97 It takes a lot of work to find out what is being offered. We miss things. It should be easier - 9/14/2020 9:07 PM sent to me!

98 COVID-19 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

99 Limited number of people allowed to attend camps 9/14/2020 9:04 PM

100 None of the above 9/14/2020 8:58 PM

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101 Nothing prevents us from utilizing park's facilities or services 9/14/2020 8:52 PM

102 I dont attend much now, especially concerts, due to ridiculous covid restrictions. 9/14/2020 8:49 PM

103 Park Locations 9/14/2020 8:46 PM

104 Don't drive 9/14/2020 8:44 PM

105 Limiting crowds at concerts when the COVID risks are much lower in general and especially 9/14/2020 8:41 PM OUTSIDE!

106 COVID-19 9/14/2020 8:41 PM

107 Covid Pandemic 9/14/2020 8:40 PM

108 not enough green space to have time in nature, not safe in evening at forest park 9/14/2020 8:33 PM

109 Covid 9/14/2020 8:26 PM

110 Restrooms closed in winter 9/14/2020 8:18 PM

111 Out of date 9/14/2020 8:12 PM

112 Right now, COVID 9/13/2020 7:43 AM

113 N/A 9/11/2020 5:01 PM

114 Program material- not enough for tweens 9/11/2020 2:57 PM

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Q5 How are you currently engaged in the Park's Facilities and/or Services? (Select one from the list below.)

Answered: 724 Skipped: 17

No Engagement

Hostile

Angry

Detached

Bored

Neutral

Curious

Engaged

Committed

Love

Total Engagement

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

No Engagement 12.15% 88

Hostile 0.00% 0

Angry 0.83% 6

Detached 2.21% 16

Bored 1.38% 10

Neutral 16.16% 117

Curious 24.03% 174

Engaged 30.39% 220

Committed 10.64% 77

Love 16.85% 122

Total Engagement 7.04% 51 Total Respondents: 724

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# WHAT IS NEEDED TO MOVE YOU TOWARDS "TOTAL ENGAGEMENT"? DATE 1 More activities that I would be interested in 10/10/2020 2:11 PM

2 A project that suits children 10/8/2020 2:00 PM

3 More information about programs. I am also a child free adult who isn’t particularly athletic or 10/6/2020 11:33 PM into participating in team sports so I mostly use parks for fitness, walking or family gatherings.

4 better ways to find out what is going on and when. the parks are great resources for our 10/6/2020 3:37 PM community!

5 Maybe have different activities on the same night so they are spread over multiple locations. 10/6/2020 8:54 AM This would reduce crowding at some events, then I would be more likely to go.

6 I guess I don't have time to be totally engaged with a park. 10/4/2020 9:22 PM

7 More playground equipment for Seminary Park. Play ground equipment for younger children at 10/3/2020 8:16 PM Federal Hill Commons. Basketball courts for youth in the Old Town area of the city.

8 We could definitely use more tennis courts in the parks! 10/2/2020 4:30 PM

9 You are doing your part - but total will not happen until after Covid 10/2/2020 10:49 AM

10 Time and a vaccine 10/2/2020 1:04 AM

11 We should check out more of the facilities. We’re close to Dillon and love it there. 10/1/2020 10:17 PM

12 More options on times things are offered. 10/1/2020 2:28 PM

13 A little more maintenance. I would focus on the midland trace trail expansion!!! 10/1/2020 11:56 AM

14 Unsure 9/28/2020 4:41 PM

15 More time 9/27/2020 11:38 PM

16 Better communication 9/26/2020 9:59 AM

17 Emails like fishers parks of activities 9/25/2020 9:33 AM

18 Not worrying that open dance will be canceled. 9/23/2020 4:37 PM

19 More pickleball courts. 9/22/2020 10:07 PM

20 More nature trails / areas. This would not include nature centers or kids play areas 9/22/2020 11:53 AM

21 Updating and refreshing old play equipment, adding more parent seating that is shaded! Think 9/22/2020 9:37 AM of being in direct sun on a July day while your kids play with nowhere to sit. It's not great (Morse and Forest Parks playgrounds).

22 My schedule, an end to covid, and more music and movie variety. 9/22/2020 2:58 AM

23 I enjoy the trails for exercise. Very concerned about the proposed expansion at Potter’s Bridge 9/21/2020 9:36 AM Park. Safe use of this facility because of the pollution related to a mining project at the site will be prohibited. For this reason I am in total disagreement with this proposed project and it should be rejected.

24 More programs 9/20/2020 8:16 PM

25 It’s not you, it’s me? I think time is my biggest obstacle. Expand trails, especially along the 9/20/2020 6:03 PM Nickel Plate line.

26 More polite atmosphere. More youth golf programs—perhaps offered through schools and at 9/20/2020 12:19 PM courses.

27 I would like to be informed about park activities or service. I would also like to see activities 9/20/2020 8:09 AM that are interesting to me, such as teaching about nature to children and adults.

28 Just busy at the moment 9/17/2020 9:15 PM

29 Our children swim At FPAC daily 9/17/2020 5:42 PM

30 A refund from August. 317-223-4383 9/17/2020 10:34 AM

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31 Don't understand the question. Strangely worded. 9/17/2020 9:51 AM

32 More programming for teens and adults--seems like there is more for little ones than any other 9/17/2020 8:44 AM age group.

33 Time. 9/17/2020 7:03 AM

34 more information needed and/or provided by the city and parks dept 9/16/2020 10:09 PM

35 More personal motivation to attend programs 9/16/2020 7:53 PM

36 More time. Advertise better on upcoming events. 9/16/2020 7:11 PM

37 Concerts on Sunday night didn’t happen at Federal Hill Commons. We visited Forest Park 9/16/2020 6:03 PM once when out after shutdown. We drive around. We can’t walk very far.

38 Programming for older elementary/middle school age. 9/16/2020 2:34 PM

39 Very engaged with the Parks in use of the theater facilities 9/16/2020 12:19 PM

40 IDK 9/16/2020 10:57 AM

41 My kids are getting older to where the family events no longer apply since they’re geared more 9/16/2020 10:42 AM for Families with younger Children. Could use more programs for families with wilder children (high school to college aged kids) or for adults that are not elderly.

42 None 9/16/2020 10:03 AM

43 more hours in the day! 9/16/2020 9:07 AM

44 nothing. I am quite happy with everything. 9/16/2020 8:57 AM

45 more info 9/16/2020 8:24 AM

46 Our weaving group rents your facilities for special programs. The staff is amazing and we love 9/16/2020 7:26 AM the facilities.

47 More Pickleball courts 9/16/2020 7:18 AM

48 More time in my schedule 9/16/2020 1:11 AM

49 More age appropriate events 9/15/2020 10:28 PM

50 Not sure 9/15/2020 9:48 PM

51 We frequently visit Noblesville parks for golf and walking trails. I would visit daily but for my 9/15/2020 9:03 PM work schedule. We love Noblesville parks!

52 more variety in classes being offered. Would like to see more fitness classes and health 9/15/2020 9:03 PM issues discussed.

53 Public acknowledgement of requiring safety precautions for wearing masks for ALL programs. 9/15/2020 8:56 PM

54 Email or text notification. I LOVED the bus tours. 9/15/2020 8:30 PM

55 Lower prices 9/15/2020 7:51 PM

56 Probably just more information on events and better planning 9/15/2020 7:06 PM

57 Whenever this COVID JUNK is past, we will jump back in to everything! 9/15/2020 6:27 PM

58 Knowledge 9/15/2020 5:55 PM

59 Advanced notifications of concerts, for one thing. 9/15/2020 5:28 PM

60 life to slow down! 9/15/2020 5:05 PM

61 I think the music at Federal Hill ruins the park experience. Even at night, it can be heard from 9/15/2020 4:52 PM the west end of the Logan bridge. I walked through the park around 9 yesterday evening with a decibel meter. From the bench in front of the stage, I was getting 80dB peaks; around 24 dB above ambient. this is just my opinion of course, but I think any kind of piped in music diminishes the experience of being in any park.

62 Parks are very well maintained. 9/15/2020 4:49 PM

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63 Having more activities available for my age group 50+. 9/15/2020 4:38 PM

64 1. More programs: Ie used to do yoga but the class I took was stopped. 2. new programs for 9/15/2020 4:27 PM over 50, ie I would love to learn tennis or golf. 3. Promote more in Facebook or noblesville magazine. 4 indoor volleyball in winter.

65 More tennis and pickleball courts. 9/15/2020 2:57 PM

66 More free time which is not something that the Noblesville Parks can help to change. 9/15/2020 2:51 PM

67 We love the Noblesville Parks, but also spend time at other parks in Hamilton County and 9/15/2020 2:22 PM regularly visit Indy Parks and State Parks.

68 na 9/15/2020 2:18 PM

69 Better advertisement of events and wider promotion. 9/15/2020 1:54 PM

70 More time on my end of things. 9/15/2020 12:57 PM

71 Getting the information on programs and the expansion of programs. 9/15/2020 12:48 PM

72 I am engaged in the programs that fit my family needs. I use the parks when its convenient for 9/15/2020 12:20 PM us. Also, parking is helpful (ie, Federal Hill Commons parking is not conducive and I avoid events there unless I intend on walking/biking from my residence which is not often convenient)

73 Our biggest need is always for locations that have covered areas that can accommodate >200 9/15/2020 12:16 PM people which seems to really limit us in terms of our events.

74 Better schedule and more information 9/15/2020 12:11 PM

75 To get more information about their activities, youth sports programs specifically. I love to get 9/15/2020 12:05 PM my grandkids involved in things and without info that is difficult.

76 More playground equipment for ages 9 at Forrest Park 9/15/2020 11:49 AM

77 Not sure what total engagement means. I belong to the Noblesville Rotary and we are 9/15/2020 11:20 AM committed to and have provided continuous support for the park and its functions.

78 More communication about what I can do to be more engagement. Facebook and mailed flyers 9/15/2020 11:19 AM are best.

79 better prices more offerings 9/15/2020 11:09 AM

80 More time. We have busy schedules 9/15/2020 10:57 AM

81 better health 9/15/2020 10:48 AM

82 More info 9/15/2020 10:08 AM

83 Less chemical use on park grounds. I don’t like my child playing on grounds that have been 9/15/2020 10:05 AM chemically treated.

84 I love our parks!!!!!!!!!!!!! 9/15/2020 9:56 AM

85 Personal time 9/15/2020 9:52 AM

86 More evening and weekend programs. 9/15/2020 9:45 AM

87 LOVE THE PARKS 9/15/2020 9:42 AM

88 I would need to understand your definition of Total Engagement. 9/15/2020 9:37 AM

89 Knowledge about them. 9/15/2020 9:32 AM

90 Summer camp fees are too high to send all 3 kids. A multi-kid family discount would allow us 9/15/2020 9:22 AM to participate more.

91 I visit the parks occasionally with my grandchildren and have used the facilities as needed. My 9/15/2020 9:15 AM husband and I had our anniversary celebration at The Lodge last fall. We were very pleased with the facility and our guests loved the facility as well. My son recently had his 'wedding' at The Inn. Everything was perfect!!

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92 Better communication and awareness of events and services 9/15/2020 9:10 AM

93 Carmel parks have newer equipment/ splash areas. 9/15/2020 9:07 AM

94 Way more info needs provided on parks, such as places to park, trail maps, programs 9/15/2020 9:05 AM

95 I love to walk in Forest Park, and Potters Bridge. I either get lazy, or just get too wrapped up in 9/15/2020 9:02 AM other things to get out there. I follow some of the National Parks Instagram accounts, and they do a great job of showing photos of what's happening in the parks -- and I love seeing those updates. Maybe if you shared more photos of what's happening in the parks, it would show residents why they should come out.

96 I don't understand the question 9/15/2020 9:02 AM

97 Programs for families with older children (14 - 18), Programs for Scouts BSA (i.e. merit badge 9/15/2020 8:42 AM classes, service opportunities),

98 Indoor swimming facility and off road bike trails. 9/15/2020 8:41 AM

99 More programming offered at times convenient to a family with 2 working parents. Better 9/15/2020 8:41 AM location - most things seem to happen at Federal Hill Commons and the parking situation there is atrocious. I avoid going there because it is stressful to find parking.

100 More programs and events 9/15/2020 8:36 AM

101 Season pass to the Aquatic Center for Seniors (55+) that is reasonably priced. $205 for a short 9/15/2020 8:24 AM season is too expensive for 2 people.

102 End to the Beaver Potters Bridge project proposal 9/15/2020 8:22 AM

103 Age and health prevents "Total Engagement". 9/15/2020 8:22 AM

104 More programming offered at more times. 9/15/2020 8:20 AM

105 These parks and events are mostly family oriented and should NOT allow smoking (or E- 9/15/2020 8:13 AM Cigerrettes) or alcohol as we experienced at Federal Hill during concerts

106 Activities later in the day for my kids.. too close to my work day.. or more sports leagues for 9/15/2020 8:02 AM my kids on the weekends

107 Just to find out information so I know what is going on at the park 9/15/2020 8:00 AM

108 Time. 9/15/2020 7:57 AM

109 More golf events 9/15/2020 7:27 AM

110 More availability for the Pickleball courts. These courts are always taken! 9/15/2020 7:23 AM

111 Additional walking/biking paths 9/15/2020 7:22 AM

112 I would love to have a map that shows ALL of the trails and parks with a brief summary of 9/15/2020 7:11 AM what is offered at each park. Update it yearly

113 Frustrated with possible digging by BeVer that will impact the peacefulness in my 9/15/2020 6:52 AM neighborhood and my ability to enjoy the parks on a regular daily basis. It will also impact my home value.

114 Love the parks of Noblesville and the events that take place. Would love to see concerts and 9/15/2020 6:44 AM food trucks every weekend during the summer months. Fall Harvest events at Federal Hill would be great. Wine and food and music event(s) would definitely be a plus!!

115 We are campground hosts at White River Campground in Cicero and play pickleball at Ivy Tech 9/15/2020 6:44 AM and Forest Park.

116 Make the concerts at Federal Hill Commons easier to attend. I stopped attending when it 9/15/2020 6:40 AM became necessary to show up at 6 PM to get a wristband. I'm afraid there will be too many people crowded at the gates trying to get a wristband.

117 Return phone calls and emails regarding issues/opportunities. Poor response from staff 9/15/2020 6:38 AM

118 Better informed. 9/15/2020 6:20 AM

119 Just more time in my schedule. Over these last few months, I have really taken advantage of 9/15/2020 6:09 AM

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the walking trails. So many that I never even knew existed! My husband golfs, and enjoys the courses within your program as well.

120 We would like to see more Riverwalk development facing the river. This would create a great 9/15/2020 5:57 AM opportunity, with shops facing the river with house on top..

121 Knowledge of what’s out there! We don’t do Facebook. Need to have more ways of 9/15/2020 4:56 AM communicating since some of us are not social media fans!!

122 More communication from the parks department 9/15/2020 4:56 AM

123 Permanently divert downtown through traffic. Conner Street makes me really nervous, 9/15/2020 4:16 AM especially if I'm hauling a chair and a cooler. Or even just walking around 'the square'. There is so much traffic downtown, big trucks and others barreling through, and this part is the most discouraging thing about shopping, eating, and entertainment. In Carmel, they have that one street permanently blocked and it's great.

124 Ease of access to information regarding events. A Google or Facebook church turns up a mix 9/15/2020 3:47 AM of events from previous years as well as this year’s events and it becomes confusing.

125 Better familiarity to specific location names of buildings and shelter numbers. Often not sure 9/15/2020 2:43 AM where some activities or events are within the park.

126 Time 9/15/2020 12:32 AM

127 Improved communication and following through with a plan. When changes occur, 9/15/2020 12:21 AM communicate the changes timely.

128 Would love more single day time events such as service projects for entire family. 9/14/2020 11:49 PM

129 I live in Fishers and only come to Noblesville sporadically. 9/14/2020 11:48 PM

130 Build more Pickleball courts at Forest Park. With the 2 courts currently available, only 8 9/14/2020 11:27 PM players can play at a time. Many mornings there are 20 people waiting to play.

131 Not sure 9/14/2020 10:54 PM

132 I just need more free time. 9/14/2020 10:53 PM

133 More advertising- more accessibility from east side of town 9/14/2020 10:44 PM

134 More Pickelball courts - and more competitive pricing for Annex court time. 9/14/2020 10:35 PM

135 More Pickleball courts at forest park. Thank you 9/14/2020 10:34 PM

136 More time 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

137 Better information 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

138 If I lived closer 9/14/2020 10:28 PM

139 Better programming and lower or no cost fees for classes 9/14/2020 10:23 PM

140 More information. 9/14/2020 10:20 PM

141 Retirement 9/14/2020 10:20 PM

142 More adult programs. Vaccine for Covid 9/14/2020 10:19 PM

143 More programming for kids pre-k and younger that are not during working hours on a week day. 9/14/2020 10:15 PM

144 Making a commitment to visit parks more often 9/14/2020 10:07 PM

145 More bus trips to chicago( Christmas time) other close cities and more vendor selections at 9/14/2020 10:06 PM farmers market

146 Info on engagement opportunities 9/14/2020 10:05 PM

147 designed for a broader range of ages, lower cost 9/14/2020 10:05 PM

148 Things have been difficult with covid but would like to see something like Commity Wednesday 9/14/2020 10:05 PM and other types of activities for preseniors.

149 Knowing more of what’s being offered 9/14/2020 10:04 PM

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150 Unsure 9/14/2020 10:01 PM

151 I'd love to see some more high quality "natural playgrounds" 9/14/2020 9:59 PM

152 Love the free concerts but would be great to have celebrity bands. 9/14/2020 9:55 PM

153 More trails 9/14/2020 9:54 PM

154 more aged classes events for my 11yr old and tweens 9/14/2020 9:53 PM

155 New facilities for young people thru age 10-11. (5th grade) our of the line of sight of cars & 9/14/2020 9:51 PM nearby housing vantage points. Softer-feeling trails, cameras. Upgrades to Morse park. Safer shelters. No access to grilling later than afternoon. The same people Cooking dinner in the parks Every night seems like a homeless problem (Morse park). Signage greeting people! “Hi! We’re glad you’re here! Please respect our park so we can keep providing great amenities in it!” Carousels, teeter-totter like toys, exploring interactive games. Climbing, jumping, sliding, PLAY!! It’s fantastic for our kids brains. iPads ARENT!! We need our parks department more than ever! And save the large shade trees Noblesville is famous for! Love them.

156 More time for leisure activities 9/14/2020 9:47 PM

157 I attend park activities that interest me. Now that my children are grown, not as likely to go to 9/14/2020 9:45 PM park unless there is a specific event. Would LOVE to have a dog park facility. I would even be willing to pay a monthly fee for it.

158 Bring concerts back to Forest Park that suit the senior set. 9/14/2020 9:42 PM

159 More disc golf 9/14/2020 9:42 PM

160 More needed on Sunday afternoon 9/14/2020 9:42 PM

161 I did a yoga class a couple years ago and really loved it, but I haven't seen a schedule of 9/14/2020 9:39 PM things going on and then it's "out of sight, out of mind" and I don't think to go searching them out

162 More updated park equipment that encompasses all ages of kids and their families. 9/14/2020 9:34 PM

163 I’m in Forest Park 5 days per week. That’s sufficient engagement. 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

164 Not sure 9/14/2020 9:30 PM

165 I’m 72 yrs old. Not much offered for my age group that I am aware of. 9/14/2020 9:29 PM

166 More information and offerings 9/14/2020 9:28 PM

167 Used facilities for family reunion's twice in the 10 years. Park is located in a neutral ( centrally 9/14/2020 9:25 PM located for family member's to travel ) . Will most likely use facility within the 2 to 3 years again.

168 I think accessibility is key. We live on the east side and I use bike paths as far as they go but 9/14/2020 9:23 PM they will randomly stop awaiting more development. I really wish you could “Bike anywhere” safely on Noblesville. I don’t feel safe in the streets as all are 40 mph around sometimes it’s hard to even cross greenfield pike. Finch Creek is really too far anyway and driving to a park might as well go to state park like Ft Ben. We have an annual pass and love the adventure of the state parks. Wish our parks were like an escape where you don’t see suburbia all around.

169 More publicity about community programs, concerts, movie nights, etc 9/14/2020 9:23 PM

170 information! 9/14/2020 9:22 PM

171 Better advertising of events. 9/14/2020 9:20 PM

172 We don't attend every event, but if we are available and it sounds fun we will attend. 9/14/2020 9:16 PM

173 This is a weird question. Might want to consider changing it. 9/14/2020 9:15 PM

174 More playgrounds with updated equipment/modernized. 9/14/2020 9:15 PM

175 I need more hours in the day and better form of communication for upcoming events such as 9/14/2020 9:14 PM emails.

176 Not sure.....sorry. 9/14/2020 9:14 PM

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177 PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT PUT A GRAVEL PIT AT POTTERS WOODS!!!!!!! 9/14/2020 9:14 PM

178 More time in my own schedule. 9/14/2020 9:12 PM

179 Noblesville could use a remote control race track. We have plenty of skate parks, but rc cars 9/14/2020 9:12 PM are good, clean family fun!

180 What does that mean? 9/14/2020 9:12 PM

181 More diversity in activities 9/14/2020 9:11 PM

182 More splash pads and more sidewalks from neighborhoods to trails on the East side 9/14/2020 9:11 PM

183 Dog park.... please!!!! 9/14/2020 9:10 PM

184 More information 9/14/2020 9:10 PM

185 Love the yoga. Terri is very special. 9/14/2020 9:09 PM

186 Programs that are throughout the day. So many are for stay at home moms. We’re not all 9/14/2020 9:08 PM available in the morning on a weekday.

187 Better communication social media, more useful parks. Lots of good space but poor design 9/14/2020 9:08 PM

188 Alert me to programs, esp things I might be interested in. Now I have to seek you out. 9/14/2020 9:07 PM

189 No reason. We just don't have time to fully engage in facilities. 9/14/2020 9:06 PM

190 I do not have the time available to be totally engaged. 9/14/2020 9:04 PM

191 I got married at Forest Park last year :) Need to live closer 9/14/2020 9:03 PM

192 More time during the day ha 9/14/2020 9:02 PM

193 Additional times for youth activities, more family events. 9/14/2020 9:00 PM

194 Have more food truck days during the evening hours. 9/14/2020 9:00 PM

195 More concerts! 9/14/2020 8:58 PM

196 Fix the tracks into a usable Walking/biking trail going into downtown! Dog Parks. 9/14/2020 8:58 PM

197 Need to know about activities & be interested enough to attend. 9/14/2020 8:58 PM

198 I wish I lived closer 9/14/2020 8:54 PM

199 Appealing programs 9/14/2020 8:51 PM

200 Retired and not always here. 9/14/2020 8:51 PM

201 Lift covid restrictions 9/14/2020 8:49 PM

202 Just more knowledge of what’s available. 9/14/2020 8:48 PM

203 Post COVID 19 9/14/2020 8:47 PM

204 Weekly or biweekly even letters via email. No more than weekly though since people don’t like 9/14/2020 8:46 PM a lot of email. I really don’t know what is offered at all of the parks so I would like to be better informed of that. I moved here from Westfield and they had a monthly mailer of events at the parks.

205 More East side activities, such as Finch Creek 9/14/2020 8:46 PM

206 a dog park 9/14/2020 8:45 PM

207 Stop controlling people by reducing numbers of attendees and canceling events. 9/14/2020 8:41 PM

208 I like visiting the parks and trails but do not participate in programs offered 9/14/2020 8:41 PM

209 Better maintenance of older parks; investment in Forest Park Aquatic Center; more concerts. 9/14/2020 8:39 PM

210 Program variety at Forest Park/ 9/14/2020 8:34 PM

211 true natural spaces where you can enjoy in the woods, or large green spaces to play without 9/14/2020 8:33 PM playsets or skaters or bbq's and tables around , would like more like cool creek or straw town ,

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more nature events

212 The rail to trails needs to get completed! 9/14/2020 8:30 PM

213 More programs. Cheaper pool admission. More walking trails. 9/14/2020 8:26 PM

214 See answers to #4 9/14/2020 8:25 PM

215 Pool is awesome 9/12/2020 7:43 PM

216 Offer more opportunities for older folks. Require social distancing and mask wearing at 9/12/2020 11:02 AM concerts

217 I think we use the parks and trails a lot—probably more than most people. There is much more 9/12/2020 8:05 AM happening in life so “total park engagement” is not really our goal. But we do love our parks!

218 I feel pretty engaged as I regularly check out what is going on at the parks. 9/11/2020 5:01 PM

219 More programming for families that are accessible for working parents i.e. not at 10am on a 9/11/2020 3:44 PM Tuesday.

220 I find I get more involved when I have a job to do or something I'm in charge of. Then I'm 9/11/2020 2:55 PM almost *forced* to leave the house and have a good time. :-)

221 Resolution of Covid-19 pandemic 9/11/2020 2:02 PM

222 Time! I would love to have more time to visit the parks. Federal hill is amazing! The food truck 9/11/2020 1:53 PM Fridays are wonderful, but not if you are a Noblesville resident who works out of Noblesville. So the food trucks in the evening and weekends would be a great idea.

223 Better advertising and more convenient times for programs 9/11/2020 1:38 PM

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Q6 If you were promoting Noblesville Parks to a friend or family member, which of the following would be part of this promotion? (select all that apply)

Answered: 726 Skipped: 15

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Well maintained...

Enjoyment and use of natur...

Leisure service...

Active service programming

Special events (i.e.,...

Value for your time and...

Health and wellness...

Education and interpretive...

Family activities

Customer service / gr...

Sports leagues

Bikeways and Pedestrian...

Extreme Sports (skate parks)

Pickleball courts

Ice skating rink

Value and condition of...

Other (please specify)

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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Well maintained facilities 66.94% 486

Enjoyment and use of natural areas 67.22% 488

Leisure service programming 12.26% 89

Active service programming 9.78% 71

Special events (i.e., festivals, concerts, etc.) 59.09% 429

Value for your time and recreation dollar 27.27% 198

Health and wellness benefits 30.58% 222

Education and interpretive opportunities for schools and the public 8.68% 63

Family activities 52.34% 380

Customer service / great staff 15.56% 113

Sports leagues 13.22% 96

Bikeways and Pedestrian Pathways 49.45% 359

Extreme Sports (skate parks) 5.51% 40

Pickleball courts 11.29% 82

Ice skating rink 13.50% 98

Value and condition of golf courses 10.74% 78

Other (please specify) 6.89% 50 Total Respondents: 726

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# OTHER (PLEASE SPECIFY) DATE 1 Great space for different activities and parking at the parks 10/1/2020 10:17 PM

2 merry go round and putt putt 9/23/2020 1:10 PM

3 Pool 9/18/2020 8:16 PM

4 I tell people all the time that we are so lucky to have access to these free amenities! Great 9/17/2020 1:12 PM parks and concerts, especially!

5 I think the parks are great. I am sorry to see the train go. What a rip off by the mayor and his 9/17/2020 1:13 AM buddies!

6 I walk at Forest Park during my lunch break throughout the year. 9/16/2020 4:20 PM

7 Trips to Chicago 9/16/2020 9:34 AM

8 NKC camps 9/16/2020 9:07 AM

9 You’ve not mentioned dance anywhere and that concerns us! We have loved the dance 9/15/2020 6:27 PM programs for ADULTS! Please maintain this program and realize we NEED IT for our health and mental well being! And it strengthens marriages!!! ❤

10 Playgrounds, walking trails 9/15/2020 6:09 PM

11 I'm a transplant from Fresno, California. Nobody there would believe what we have here in 9/15/2020 4:52 PM Noblesville. P&R is a substantial part of what makes Noblesville a terrific place to live.

12 Angela Staggs, House manager for the Auditorium at the Recreation Annex has been the #1 9/15/2020 3:15 PM reason we (The Attis Theatre) have made the Auditorium at the Annex our attic "home". She is the absolute best to work with.

13 Creek stomping 9/15/2020 1:54 PM

14 Grandchildren enjoy the Carousel 9/15/2020 12:48 PM

15 Park maintenance is exceptional! 9/15/2020 11:20 AM

16 great for get together's /great staff to work with 9/15/2020 8:35 AM

17 Camps for kids 9/15/2020 7:58 AM

18 Disc Golf 9/15/2020 7:43 AM

19 Pickleball courts always taken in the mornings 9/15/2020 7:23 AM

20 Angel of Hope Memorial 9/15/2020 6:44 AM

21 A vacation in our community 9/15/2020 5:57 AM

22 Sadly, I don't know much about the parks other than Fed Hill Commons and Seminary, and 9/15/2020 4:16 AM that's only because I see them on my way to work.

23 Large number of facilities available 9/15/2020 3:47 AM

24 Chicago bus trip! 9/14/2020 11:48 PM

25 Golf 9/14/2020 11:39 PM

26 Camp! 9/14/2020 10:59 PM

27 Very unique and special to have the carousel and mini golf in Forest Park 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

28 Swimming at forest park 9/14/2020 10:06 PM

29 the ice skating is terrible! Hurt our feet we only made it around once and couldn't get a refund. 9/14/2020 9:53 PM The skates offered no padding or support

30 Disc golf 9/14/2020 9:42 PM

31 Shade at Forest Park, but the outdated playground equipment holds me back from 9/14/2020 9:34 PM recommending it.

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32 Trees! Green space! 9/14/2020 9:30 PM

33 Girl Scout programming 9/14/2020 9:30 PM

34 Nice picnic areas. 9/14/2020 9:29 PM

35 Green space 9/14/2020 9:24 PM

36 Babe Ruth 9/14/2020 9:23 PM

37 Hi 9/14/2020 9:20 PM

38 Would depend -Dillon Park is nice - can’t say that about all of them 9/14/2020 9:16 PM

39 We love the pickleball courts and wish something more like this was offered 9/14/2020 9:12 PM

40 Sports lessons and training. 9/14/2020 9:07 PM

41 playgrounds/splash pads 9/14/2020 9:06 PM

42 Not familiar with programming but love walking my dogs there and is a great spot to get 9/14/2020 9:03 PM married!

43 Shaded Hiking Trails 9/14/2020 8:50 PM

44 But concerts no longer enjoyable due to covid restrictions 9/14/2020 8:49 PM

45 bus trips are wonderful 9/14/2020 8:46 PM

46 Aquatic center 9/14/2020 8:39 PM

47 Would love to see the walking trail completed 9/14/2020 8:30 PM

48 I 9/14/2020 8:27 PM

49 holiday events, Halloween and Christmas!! 9/14/2020 8:19 PM

50 Spraypark 9/12/2020 8:08 AM

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Q7 Which of the following local facilities, services, or programs have you or a family member used in the last 12 months? (Check all that apply)

Answered: 690 Skipped: 51

Noblesville Parks &...

Noblesville Boys and Gir...

Noblesville Schools (cam...

Fishers Parks and Recreation

Fishers YMCA

Carmel Parks and Recreation

Hamilton County Parks...

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Noblesville Parks & Recreation 92.75% 640

Noblesville Boys and Girls Club 11.45% 79

Noblesville Schools (camps, after-school, etc.) 16.81% 116

Fishers Parks and Recreation 16.67% 115

Fishers YMCA 8.70% 60

Carmel Parks and Recreation 21.59% 149

Hamilton County Parks and Recreation 53.19% 367

Total Respondents: 690

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Q8 What should be the top priority the Parks Department should focus on completing within the next 5 years? -- FACILITIES / DEVELOPMENT

Answered: 713 Skipped: 28

Develop new park sites /...

Expand trails and pathways

Develop additional...

Develop new nature...

Develop additional...

Expand picnic shelters

Expand pickleboard...

Expand open space and...

Develop dog park facilities

Develop BMX track...

Develop Boat launches

Develop Wildlife...

Develop indoor recreation...

Develop Ice skating rink

Develop “Wake Park” (ski...

Develop “Glamping”...

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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Develop new park sites / facilities 5.89% 42

Expand trails and pathways 27.77% 198

Develop additional sports fields 1.26% 9

Develop new nature education center 7.43% 53

Develop additional playgrounds 6.87% 49

Expand picnic shelters 2.38% 17

Expand pickleboard courts 5.05% 36

Expand open space and passive recreation 4.49% 32

Develop dog park facilities 9.54% 68

Develop BMX track facilities 0.56% 4

Develop Boat launches 2.52% 18

Develop Wildlife viewing 3.23% 23

Develop indoor recreation facilities 7.15% 51

Develop Ice skating rink 3.09% 22

Develop “Wake Park” (ski resort for water sports that uses a set of overhead cables to pull you by a rope and handle 4.77% 34 around a body of water)

Develop “Glamping” (outdoor camping with amenities and comforts not usually used when camping) 7.99% 57 TOTAL 713

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Q9 Is there a FACILITY or DEVELOPMENT you would like to see implemented in the next five years by Noblesville Parks?

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# RESPONSES DATE 1 A wake park would go over very well 10/10/2020 3:12 PM

2 Wake park for sure- we would go all the time 10/10/2020 2:11 PM

3 Indoor skatepark 10/8/2020 2:00 PM

4 I’d like to see more accessibility of trails between parks or more around areas around the parks 10/7/2020 8:07 PM

5 I would love to see additional trails similar to Potter’s Bridge trail, as well as a dog park. 10/6/2020 11:33 PM

6 I would like to see Midland Trail continue to downtown Noblesville. I love the current wide 10/6/2020 4:06 PM trail/path but it ends at Hague Rd. I would like to see it continue to downtown so we can walk or ride bikes downtown to grab lunch or shop.

7 more bike trails 10/6/2020 3:37 PM

8 Nature Center 10/5/2020 8:15 PM

9 Do a better job of connecting trails and protect Stony Creek from overdevelopment 10/4/2020 9:22 PM

10 Basketball courts for youth 10/3/2020 8:16 PM

11 More tennis courts! 10/2/2020 4:30 PM

12 Love the expansion of Potters bridge - on Allisonville ( Full disclosure I do not live by potters 10/2/2020 10:49 AM bridge) but to get full use of the river and then the pond in the future it makes good use of the low land. As with Covid this year it seems the white river rafting has taken the ‘family’ area over with all the tubes - should force them to unload and park at the bottom parking.

13 More indoor options, as we are a state with unpleasant weather for a good portion of the time. 10/1/2020 2:28 PM

14 Wake park 10/1/2020 12:48 PM

15 Midland trace expansion / more trails 10/1/2020 11:56 AM

16 Update the pool and splashpad 10/1/2020 8:59 AM

17 More on social media with daily events at the parks. I feel like I sometimes I don’t know about 10/1/2020 7:03 AM an event until it’s either going on or it was the previous day.

18 Potters Bridge 9/29/2020 9:06 AM

19 Nature center 9/28/2020 4:22 PM

20 Some like Fishers agripark....its amazing! (Community garden and petting zoo) 9/25/2020 9:33 AM

21 Indoor Tennis & Pickleball Courts - significant court count of each. 6-10 tennis and 10-12 9/24/2020 10:31 AM pickleball, as well as indoor & outdoor soccer fields.

22 stand up paddleboard launch ramps at lakes. 9/23/2020 1:04 PM

23 Expand pickleball courts. 9/22/2020 10:07 PM

24 Desperately need more Pickleball Courts 9/22/2020 9:31 PM

25 We need a new city pool! 9/22/2020 9:37 AM

26 Before adding additional facilities, parks, trails, etc...maintenance must be maintained on the 9/21/2020 10:18 PM facilities currently in use.

27 Expansion of the Midland Trace. More multi-use paths and trails. 9/21/2020 9:02 PM

28 Upgrades to Fox Prairie golf course 9/21/2020 3:36 PM

29 Nature and Education Center 9/21/2020 12:03 PM

30 Say no to Potter’s Bridge Park Expansion 9/21/2020 9:36 AM

31 DOG park 9/20/2020 5:21 PM

32 Just keep improving the ones we have. Don’t add any more tax cost! 9/20/2020 12:19 PM

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33 Adult obstacle/fitness course 9/20/2020 8:09 AM

34 More parks and trails on the northeast side of town. We currently travel to strawtown to visit 9/19/2020 12:29 PM the county park.

35 ?? 9/19/2020 3:23 AM

36 Ice skating rink 9/18/2020 7:48 PM

37 Indoor pickleball and more outdoor pickleball courts 9/18/2020 6:10 PM

38 N/a 9/17/2020 9:15 PM

39 Finish Finch Creek trails 9/17/2020 6:22 PM

40 As you can tell from my responses, I enjoy playing Pickleball. Forest Park has only 2 courts 9/17/2020 5:39 PM and they are shared with tennis. Two courts take 8 players and we often have over 20 (sometimes up to 30) players on weekday mornings. Having 6 or 8 dedicated courts, like Cynthianne Park in Fishers, would be great. The 4 courts at Finch Creek are nice but could have used a little more forethought, in my opinion. The light poles and center benches present safety hazards. A little more separation distance and putting the lights outside the perimeter fence would have made this facility much safer. Thank you.

41 I would love to see a dog park! 9/17/2020 12:58 PM

42 Additional indoor Pickleball courts. 9/17/2020 12:27 PM

43 more outdoor basketball courts 9/17/2020 10:48 AM

44 Na 9/17/2020 10:34 AM

45 Dog parks 9/17/2020 9:04 AM

46 I would like a YMCA in Noblesville and more trails. 9/17/2020 7:03 AM

47 Forest park have more activities for families . I love this park it is big and full of beautiful trees 9/17/2020 6:51 AM and wildlife . Would love to see more activities but without losing the nature it already has.

48 Wild life education, expand trails, develop dog park 9/16/2020 10:09 PM

49 I would like to see development of a waterway with "rapids" for rafting 9/16/2020 7:53 PM

50 Would love a dog park as well as more trails. We love biking all of the trails. 9/16/2020 7:11 PM

51 No 9/16/2020 6:03 PM

52 It would be interesting to see the parks move towards native plants in their facilities. I know 9/16/2020 4:20 PM that Strawtown is native, which is great. The native species is such a great feeder for our bees and birds.

53 Wake Park, Glamping, nature center, wildlife viewing sound interesting 9/16/2020 2:34 PM

54 Keep current facilities in top shape and clean. 9/16/2020 12:45 PM

55 Cabins to rent 9/16/2020 12:19 PM

56 Connect Koteewi Park to Forest Park with trails 9/16/2020 11:41 AM

57 More connection of all areas of Noblesville (196th) 9/16/2020 10:57 AM

58 A water park like Carmel water park has. 9/16/2020 10:03 AM

59 I would love to see some mountain biking trails at Strawtown Koteewi Park. 9/16/2020 9:07 AM

60 no 9/16/2020 8:57 AM

61 It would be nice to see an expanded lodge for summer and break programs. If it rains or is cold 9/16/2020 8:55 AM the kids are CRAMMED in a tiny room. Right now, our child wants to keep going to crosser with the boys and girls club, there is more room inside. Also, with the expanded lodge you could do more graduations, weddings, and more.

62 Dog parks!!! 9/16/2020 7:40 AM

63 Would love to see a bike or walking trail that would go over or under crossing areas of busy 9/16/2020 7:19 AM

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roads. Example: 191st and 37. This would connect many residents to the main city and allow people to walk/bike to school, work, city events, and connect to other trails such as Potter's Bridge.

64 Pickle Ball courts 9/16/2020 7:18 AM

65 No 9/15/2020 10:28 PM

66 another public pool 9/15/2020 9:46 PM

67 Can’t wait for the trail (former railroad tracks) to open! 9/15/2020 9:03 PM

68 dog park 9/15/2020 8:14 PM

69 Teen activities 9/15/2020 7:06 PM

70 More winter sports recreation area like snow hill or cross country skiing 9/15/2020 7:06 PM

71 Yes, please maintain and add dance classes and new instructors like Bonnie Lawrnce and Don 9/15/2020 6:27 PM Brown! Please!!!

72 Dog parks!!!! 9/15/2020 6:25 PM

73 Places to tent camp & cabins to rent. Development of the water areas around noblesville. 9/15/2020 6:09 PM

74 Everything you've done since I moved here 14 years ago has been amazing. Just keep doing 9/15/2020 4:52 PM what you've been doing.

75 would like to see pickleball courts at other parks 9/15/2020 4:38 PM

76 TriBall© inflatable arena. TriBall© is a 3-on-3-on-3 "soccer-like" game which I, Rob Blair (a 9/15/2020 3:15 PM Noblesville resident for over 2 decades) personally invented. It is played inside of a unique field or "arena" (i.e. a uniquely shaped fenced in field approx. 40x40 feet). Inside the arena are 3 goals with soccer 3 balls in play at the same time. It is an amazingly fast paced frenzied and exciting game which can be played by 9 players simultaneously of all ages, gender, physical skill level, etc. If you are interested in finding out how to bring this unique, one-of-a-kind recreational and competitive sport to Noblesville and see how quickly people of all ages fall in love with it (even if they don't play soccer), contact me at [email protected] (or call/text me at: 630-770-0439). TriBall© could quickly become the next viral phenomenon (way bigger than pickleball) and establish Noblesville as the "Home of TriBall©".I built my own version of the arena using PVC pipes and soccer netting. It works great if you'd like to see it setup and in action. The only problem is that this current version takes a while to setup. So I had an inflatable version of the field mocked up and just one look at the concept drawings and you can tell that an inflatable arena would not only be far faster to transport and setup on any flat grassy 40 sq. ft. area, but the inflatable version would also make the experience of the game even more fun that it already is. I would be happy to explain more about the game (rules, format, goals, objective, etc.) as well as show designs for the mock up for the inflatable arena to see if we can take TriBall© to the next level. - sincerely, Rob Blair; creator of TriBall@

77 Another pickleball court at Forest Park. There are few tennis courts available. Forest Park is 9/15/2020 2:57 PM crowded with pickleball and school courts aren't available.

78 Please update the splash park & playground equipment at Dillon Park. 9/15/2020 2:20 PM

79 na 9/15/2020 2:18 PM

80 Modern, large dog park. 9/15/2020 2:08 PM

81 An Indoor and/or outdoor venue to be used for live theater. 9/15/2020 2:01 PM

82 Dog Park 9/15/2020 1:44 PM

83 Make the playgrounds we have more appealing. Add rubber instead of mulch or freshen up the 9/15/2020 1:33 PM mulch in the playground area

84 Safe trails and pathways to get all over the city - even across 37 at one or two locations. 9/15/2020 12:57 PM

85 The large adult swings like the one in Carmel. Larger Outdoor movie screen with good sound 9/15/2020 12:48 PM system since people need to socially distance. A drive-in movie perhaps?? Offer more recent releases.

86 As previously mentioned, in terms of my company's use of the facilities, we always look for a 9/15/2020 12:16 PM

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location that can hold >200 people in a covered area on the off chance the weather doesn't cooperate the day of our event

87 Indoor recreational facilities--racquetball, pickleball, etc. 9/15/2020 12:05 PM

88 the playground equipment at Dillon Park is limited. Would love see that expanded. 9/15/2020 11:58 AM

89 Nature and Wildlife education Playgrounds for ages 8-12 9/15/2020 11:49 AM

90 There is not really a park on the Northeast side of town(Meadows, Radabush Woods area) or 9/15/2020 11:23 AM trails that connect us to the other side of 37. Also a big dog park would be awesome!! We have lots of dogs in this town but nowhere for them to play freely!

91 The Parks Department is outstanding and knows better than I do. 9/15/2020 11:20 AM

92 Would love to see soccer fields and freesby golf course added to Finch Creek park and also 9/15/2020 11:19 AM additional trails developed there and connected to the nearby neighborhoods.

93 Fitness center 9/15/2020 11:09 AM

94 The more green space we can preserve, the better! Whether that means more parks or 9/15/2020 10:49 AM pathways, whatever. I hate to see so much of more cookie cutter houses and strip malls. We love our parks so much and am thankful to Noblesville for helping us preserve that and keep the efforts going!

95 More trails please 9/15/2020 10:31 AM

96 Dillon Park is highly utilized by 3 cities i would like to see yoga, more teen and family events 9/15/2020 10:23 AM

97 Offer sponsored trips for families and senior. Continue the growth of paved Bike trails 9/15/2020 10:22 AM throughout the community.

98 Bike park 9/15/2020 10:16 AM

99 More appreciation for nature and what we can do to protect it. 9/15/2020 10:05 AM

100 I like the ice skating rink idea 9/15/2020 9:56 AM

101 Leave as much green space as possible. 9/15/2020 9:45 AM

102 MORE PICKLEBALL COURTS THE OLD TRAIN YARD HAS OPEN SPACES 9/15/2020 9:42 AM

103 I think a roller skating rink would be wonderful. 9/15/2020 9:38 AM

104 Wider walkways connecting major interest point to downtown Noblesville. 9/15/2020 9:37 AM

105 New park with sports fields 9/15/2020 9:24 AM

106 Outdoor camping 9/15/2020 9:22 AM

107 Dog park and walking trails. 9/15/2020 9:11 AM

108 Something like the monon center and a nature center like cool creek would be fantastic. 9/15/2020 9:10 AM

109 Full size ice skating rink for hockey 9/15/2020 9:05 AM

110 Community rec center 9/15/2020 9:04 AM

111 Bike path to downtown 9/15/2020 8:46 AM

112 Pedestrian bridge over Morse on Little Chicago- Then would have full loop access around lake. 9/15/2020 8:44 AM Also connect levee trail to the cicero trail

113 Indoor swimming / aquatic center which will promote all year health 9/15/2020 8:41 AM

114 Dog park near the downtown area, especially with all the new denser housing being built in the 9/15/2020 8:37 AM area. Those residents will need space to take their pets and current residents already battle pet owners not cleaning up after themselves.

115 Trail expansion and dog park in Noblesville 9/15/2020 8:36 AM

116 Nope.... plenty of just maintain and expand what we have 9/15/2020 8:28 AM

117 More parks/playgrounds with facilities like Fishers' Brook School Park on the east side. 9/15/2020 8:28 AM

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118 Not that I can think of. Just fix up what is there. Make the splash pads better, they’re kind of 9/15/2020 8:20 AM lame as is.

119 I'd like a place with more accessible indoor activities for the winter: basketball, tennis, 9/15/2020 8:17 AM pickleball

120 Canoe/kayaking launch 9/15/2020 8:03 AM

121 I feel like all the parks are downtown or far north. We live on the south east side of Noblesville 9/15/2020 8:02 AM and I don't think we have any parks over here. I would love to see more parks closer to my home. We have to drive 15-20 minutes to even get to a park.

122 Help expand the trail across the river for the Midland Trace. 9/15/2020 8:01 AM

123 Pickle ball courts In Dillon Park, More improved play ground for Dillion Park 9/15/2020 7:59 AM

124 Fitness center centrally located 9/15/2020 7:58 AM

125 More parking for midland trace trail please. 9/15/2020 7:57 AM

126 I love the idea of a nature center or a BMX bike park that has an area for younger children! 9/15/2020 7:45 AM

127 Dog park 9/15/2020 7:43 AM

128 Indoor walking track 9/15/2020 7:27 AM

129 Another public pool 9/15/2020 7:11 AM

130 More dance instruction 9/15/2020 7:10 AM

131 More designated pickleball courts 9/15/2020 7:10 AM

132 Off-leash dog park (check out the ones is Holland, MI area)!!!!! 9/15/2020 6:55 AM

133 No 9/15/2020 6:50 AM

134 More attention to development on the east side!!!!! More walking/bike paths 9/15/2020 6:45 AM

135 I honestly don't know what but something that would draw people in that's not available at other 9/15/2020 6:44 AM surrounding city parks.

136 Work on preventive maintenance of sewage systems at White River Campground /upgrade or 9/15/2020 6:44 AM tie into Cicero wastewater system & more pickleball courts there are lots of adults playing this sport

137 Maybe a map or additional location information in regards to where the other parks are located 9/15/2020 6:44 AM at. I usually visit the same two locations, because I had no idea where the other parks are located.

138 Not that I can think of 9/15/2020 6:43 AM

139 More play area/equipment for Young children at federal hill 9/15/2020 6:42 AM

140 Add more pickleball courts. Engage players for accurate feedback and opinions as to what will 9/15/2020 6:38 AM work best

141 NA 9/15/2020 6:20 AM

142 More investment in Fox Prairie & Forest Park Golf Courses. 9/15/2020 6:17 AM

143 I'd love to see the pedestrian trails continue along the train tracks. 9/15/2020 6:09 AM

144 More trails, midland trace to the east, river front development with retail facilities facing the 9/15/2020 5:57 AM river with homes on top.

145 More trails for walking. 9/15/2020 5:49 AM

146 Any facility where camping can be added 9/15/2020 5:19 AM

147 Something made easy for the 55 and up, and veterans. Maybe a gathering place where you 9/15/2020 4:56 AM can take your elderly parents or friends.

148 More indoor recreation, because we have five long months of winter here. An indoor walking 9/15/2020 4:16 AM track and running track for adults and seniors. We seniors have a lot of time and disposable

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income. Other facilities seem to have teens and little kids on the track, etc. much of the time.

149 A community calendar where I can see all of the events at all of the parks. I could filter by 9/15/2020 3:47 AM park, participant intended age, level of activity, etc. it would be nice to see this tool incorporate Hamilton County Parks & Rec. as well as other surrounding Hamilton County Cities, including Cicero & Sheridan.

150 Continued development of Finch Creek Park 9/15/2020 3:40 AM

151 Branching out trails to residential areas to reach parks by bike routes 9/15/2020 2:43 AM

152 Finish the nickel plate trail 9/15/2020 2:38 AM

153 Dog park, bike trails 9/15/2020 1:52 AM

154 No 9/15/2020 1:18 AM

155 Parking and accessibility improvements at Dillon 9/15/2020 12:34 AM

156 Continue to provide the space for the Farmer’s Market at Forest Hill Commons! 9/15/2020 12:32 AM

157 Finish Finch Creek Park 9/15/2020 12:21 AM

158 dog park 9/15/2020 12:17 AM

159 I think the Aquatic center should be improved (water slides) for older kids. 9/15/2020 12:01 AM

160 Would love a Noblesville ice Rick. Westfield, carmel and fishers has one why can’t we? 9/14/2020 11:49 PM

161 Improve existing facilities 9/14/2020 11:39 PM

162 PLEASE complete Noblesville’s portion of the Nickel Plate Trail. 9/14/2020 11:28 PM

163 A park like Forest Park, with nature trails, swimming pool, Pickleball courts—East of SR 37. 9/14/2020 11:27 PM

164 More kid friendly parks with splash pads 9/14/2020 11:09 PM

165 Golf cart paths in Noblesville with accessibility to local establishments and events, similar to 9/14/2020 11:03 PM how Westfield can access many of their restaurants via cart approved paths.

166 I feel Forrest park could use an update on facilities and equipment: I’d like to see the Midland 9/14/2020 11:00 PM trail continue East and not cross Hague rd. It would be great if it would utilize the abandoned railroad track to access downtown Noblesville. In addition non parks related: there should be an established welcome to Noblesville sign at the intersection of Moontown rd and 32

167 -A park on the far west side of Noblesville -More continuous trails that don’t stop at the end of 9/14/2020 10:48 PM neighborhoods and continue along the edge of private properties. Currently, busy streets have to be crossed several times to pick up a trail or continue on a trail when it doesn’t continue across the edge of a yard or driveway of someone who doesn’t live in a neighborhood.

168 Some trails and parks don't have a restroom and or it's too far between them. And they aren't 9/14/2020 10:45 PM open all year, so it's not convenient to walk or hike from fall through spring.

169 Skating rinks 9/14/2020 10:44 PM

170 Updating the older park playgrounds. 9/14/2020 10:40 PM

171 See above. More Pickelball courts 9/14/2020 10:35 PM

172 Pickle ball courts on Northside of Noblesville which includes Forest Park. Thank you 9/14/2020 10:34 PM

173 NA 9/14/2020 10:34 PM

174 Not Glamping! Plus Lululemon is not within walking distance for Glampers. 9/14/2020 10:31 PM

175 More play ground equipment. Swings at Seminary Park. Really miss the trains at Forest Park. 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

176 Indoor playground for children up to 12 years of age. More splash pads that are free to public. 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

177 Noblesville indoor tennis courts and a dog park 9/14/2020 10:23 PM

178 Forest Park Aquatic Center bathroom/locker room 9/14/2020 10:21 PM

179 Butterfly gardens,. More facilities or lots for car shows. 9/14/2020 10:20 PM

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180 Bark park on west side sounds great! 9/14/2020 10:20 PM

181 The old track finished as a trail. 9/14/2020 10:18 PM

182 Community Indoor/outdoor recreation center (fitness/strength, aquatics, indoor courts & track, 9/14/2020 10:15 PM etc.)

183 Continue developing Hague Road Nature Haven 9/14/2020 10:13 PM

184 I would like to see a nature center/area with programming and story times, even better it would 9/14/2020 10:13 PM be a satellite branch of the public library.

185 better connectivity from parks to and from Noblesville downtown that is safe 9/14/2020 10:06 PM

186 Expand Finch Creek and add trails on east side of noblesville 9/14/2020 10:05 PM

187 Need to develope more programs for seniors and promote the events with more publicity. 9/14/2020 10:05 PM

188 Expand picnicking areas in parks with more access and improved charcoal grills. 9/14/2020 10:04 PM

189 Hague Rd. Nature haven. It would be awesome to have a garden and natural playground 9/14/2020 9:59 PM

190 More indoor activities during cold months 9/14/2020 9:57 PM

191 na 9/14/2020 9:56 PM

192 New Olympic sized swim pool with indoor capabilities that can be used year round 9/14/2020 9:54 PM

193 id love a nature/activities center 9/14/2020 9:53 PM

194 I would like to see a loop connecting downtown to Morse (not thru forest park) but shared with 9/14/2020 9:51 PM the rail lines. The sidewalk should continue to 206th & connect to the existing trails near the roundabout at Carrigan & Hague. In addition, a shorter addition to the trail share project should be a path along 196th street connecting it along the southern part of the road to the existing (spotty) trails on that road. Call it the Community connect project. And bring happy exercising nice folks downtown for an ice cream or a browse or to the farmers market! Love this idea so.

195 No, I want less facilities and activities and more walking paths through natural environment 9/14/2020 9:49 PM (woods, etc)

196 Indoor Ice rinks 9/14/2020 9:46 PM

197 Dog parks!! I can’t believe a city as large as ours doesn’t have this kind of facility. It would be 9/14/2020 9:45 PM very nice to have somewhere for the dogs to run. Also would love indoor aquatic facilities like Plainfield has with lazy river, but I understand that is a huge expense.

198 Disc golf courses 9/14/2020 9:42 PM

199 A water park like the Monon Center has would be awesome, or an indoor playground that is 9/14/2020 9:39 PM open all year round.

200 Dog park 9/14/2020 9:37 PM

201 Updates to Forest Park and Seminary playground equipment are very needed and we need 9/14/2020 9:34 PM additional splash pads (suggesting Federal Hill and South Side). The playground equipment at seminary gets very hot to the tough in the summer sun.

202 Dog park 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

203 Safe water fountains 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

204 Pump track for the bmx facility 9/14/2020 9:32 PM

205 More pickle ball courts and indoor access 9/14/2020 9:31 PM

206 Glamping would be fun 9/14/2020 9:30 PM

207 The parks dept. needs to focus on invasive species removal - specifically at Hague Rd. By 9/14/2020 9:29 PM allowing invasive to thrive in this area you can never have a truly natural location and habitat.

208 I think to be on the cutting edge with glamping, wake park, and add a dog park are steps in the 9/14/2020 9:29 PM right direction

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209 Activities for seniors 9/14/2020 9:29 PM

210 We would love an affordable dog park with water access for the dogs to swim. 9/14/2020 9:27 PM

211 not at this time.. 9/14/2020 9:25 PM

212 Just get a safe way to cross 37 and 146 and connect all the bike paths. Way too much traffic 9/14/2020 9:23 PM to expect to share the road with bikes and the paths don’t connect well like along union chapel rd heading toward sagamore (access your finch creek). The path just randomly stops in places and it would be pretty easy to connect some way.

213 Indoor swimming pool and track to be used during the winter 9/14/2020 9:23 PM

214 hiking or mountain biking trails with dogs allowed 9/14/2020 9:22 PM

215 I would like to see glamping. I have 2 young boys. So for now I would like to see more play 9/14/2020 9:20 PM grounds. As they get older I would like to expand their inertrest. With wild life, wake board, zip line, other uncommon sports that could be done. Drive thru movie. Winter activities. More public awareness about the river and floating and canoeing. More camps grounds. More pools. More family fun things.

216 Concerts 9/14/2020 9:20 PM

217 More woods trails/ hiking. Especially around forest park and covered bridge. 9/14/2020 9:19 PM

218 New lake 9/14/2020 9:17 PM

219 Just make what you have safer! Like getting into & Off Of Potter’s Bridge for cyclists spending 9/14/2020 9:16 PM 5.5 months on a walker was humbling for a cyclist who rides 100-200 miles weekly. I have 5 grandchildren & Ive Brought them to your parks but when Carmel & Fishers have the money to Pour into Playground equipment as they are now ages 5-12 no longer interested in smaller not updated playgrounds. We’ve used Ketaiwi (so?) park to tube in winter & high ropes More of that would be great.

220 I just want the staff in fox prairie clubhouse to act like they want us out there. Past few 9/14/2020 9:15 PM experiences have been poor customer service at best. Not sure if I'll return for a while... Especially with cost exceeding value now.

221 Modernized, more toddler-appropriate playgrounds (turf, plastic/metal equipment, interactive 9/14/2020 9:15 PM playground equipment)

222 N/a 9/14/2020 9:14 PM

223 Not sure at the moment. I do think a wake park would be a popular attraction. I would also 9/14/2020 9:14 PM support eliminating the West “9” at Fox Prairie and making the original 18 holes an immaculate golf facility.

224 NO GRAVEL PIT AT POTTERS BRIDGE 9/14/2020 9:14 PM

225 Ice rink! 9/14/2020 9:14 PM

226 Remote control race track. 9/14/2020 9:12 PM

227 More trails with connectivity. Lengthen the trail along while river. River walk trail is very nice 9/14/2020 9:12 PM

228 It says “Pickleboard”.....I’m assuming that was pickleball We love indoor recreation/sports 9/14/2020 9:12 PM opportunities during winter.

229 Dog Park 9/14/2020 9:11 PM

230 A permanent ice skating rink for all year skating and or a roller rink 9/14/2020 9:11 PM

231 Dog park.... please! 9/14/2020 9:10 PM

232 Ice skating 9/14/2020 9:09 PM

233 No 9/14/2020 9:08 PM

234 Federal commons could be better, cleaner area around it. Expand on trails to link more 9/14/2020 9:08 PM neighborhoods

235 Horse riding trails, batting cages (esp with pitching machine) Forest park pool needs serious 9/14/2020 9:07 PM

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work.

236 Not sure 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

237 Link east of SR 37 with the west side via a walk bridge 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

238 Dog park 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

239 Develop glamping as well as dog parks for Q. 8 Q. 9. Please add camping and tent sites! A 9/14/2020 9:03 PM free dog park would be absolutely amazing. We would come everyday!!!

240 trails 9/14/2020 9:02 PM

241 Not that I can think of. 9/14/2020 9:02 PM

242 Glamping, boat launch or kayak launch, dog parks 9/14/2020 9:01 PM

243 Nicer restrooms 9/14/2020 9:01 PM

244 Nature centers 9/14/2020 9:00 PM

245 No 9/14/2020 9:00 PM

246 New splash pads and park 9/14/2020 8:59 PM

247 BMX track facilities 9/14/2020 8:59 PM

248 Tracks/Trail going into downtown 9/14/2020 8:58 PM

249 Mountain Bike trails for those that do not feel safe on the road 9/14/2020 8:58 PM

250 More workout programs 9/14/2020 8:54 PM

251 Ice skating rink 9/14/2020 8:53 PM

252 Place for recreational water sports 9/14/2020 8:52 PM

253 Northwest Noblesville 9/14/2020 8:51 PM

254 A larger ice skating area, possibly in Forest Park. 9/14/2020 8:51 PM

255 Not sure 9/14/2020 8:50 PM

256 A sporting clays course 9/14/2020 8:50 PM

257 Not a rock quarry! 9/14/2020 8:50 PM

258 Dog parks, boat launches, paddle board and kayak rentals 9/14/2020 8:49 PM

259 Free indoor playground like at Cornerstone church. Need more free activities for kids in the 9/14/2020 8:48 PM winter.

260 Outdoor workout equipment 9/14/2020 8:46 PM

261 Would love to see Finch Creek completed as this is near where we live, and the area is 9/14/2020 8:46 PM growing. Most families utilize things in Fishers because of this.

262 a dog park 9/14/2020 8:45 PM

263 I would love to see Noblesville have a YMCA like Fishers does. 9/14/2020 8:45 PM

264 Wish we could’ve picked more options for question 8, but we’d also like pathways to be 9/14/2020 8:45 PM expanded as there are several that just “end.” Additional playgrounds would be great as well!

265 Indoor Tennis courts like Carmel Raquet Club and Indianapolis Raquet Club 9/14/2020 8:43 PM

266 More pickleball courts at Forest Park 9/14/2020 8:40 PM

267 Indoor aquatics center 9/14/2020 8:39 PM

268 I do NOT want to see the development by Potter's Bridge. The park there is wonderful and 9/14/2020 8:39 PM does NOT need expanded. Not with the current plans and developer. They do not seem to have the best interests if the neighboring people and seem more concerned with their own financial gain and not improving Noblesville. I would definitely be interested in knowing more about "glamping" options. We need something new and not just the same things everyone else

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has around here. Camping has become a huge thing this year with social distancing and many have found a love for things like this!

269 I would like a nature center at Forest Park as we love Cool Creek NC and that would be a draw 9/14/2020 8:38 PM to have in Noblesville. More emphasis on recycling. A dog park would be great, too.

270 Dillon Park improvements, easier accessible bathroom/playground, remove mulch, playground 9/14/2020 8:36 PM on east side including bathroom.

271 gardens and natural areas , along with trails to other parks with more amenities 9/14/2020 8:33 PM

272 Expand the trail to Fishers from Noblesville and the wake park would be great also. 9/14/2020 8:30 PM

273 More land acquisition for park sites, recreating 9/14/2020 8:29 PM

274 Splash pad for kids. 9/14/2020 8:27 PM

275 More shade at Federal Hill - so people will sit closer to the stage. 9/14/2020 8:27 PM

276 We wish we had more concerts like Fishers. And a bigger 4th of July celebration. 9/14/2020 8:26 PM

277 Morse Lake boat ramp for residents that’s not $40 on weekends. The ability to put boat in and 9/14/2020 8:26 PM take trailer home.

278 Trails from Potters Bridge Park need to go to Highlands Prairie Neighborhood so we can safely 9/14/2020 8:24 PM get to all the parks and trails !!!!!!

279 Holiday activities 9/14/2020 8:19 PM

280 Basic Ammenities at Hague Nature Preserve, ie. Bathrooms and a paved parking lot. 9/14/2020 8:18 PM

281 indoor tennis courts 9/14/2020 8:13 PM

282 I would love to see Dillon park redone. It’s out of date and some areas are unsafe (that white 9/14/2020 8:12 PM slide!)

283 More dog parks please 9/13/2020 3:04 PM

284 Noblesville needs more “new” parks and trails on the East side of town. We love the Midland 9/12/2020 8:05 AM trail and would love to see that extended. A dog park would be awesome. We go all the way to Clay Terrace for a free dog park.

285 Dog park. One for large dogs, one for small dogs. 9/12/2020 12:07 AM

286 Ice rink improved...smoother ice specifically, nature center like cool creek would be awesome, 9/11/2020 9:13 PM an indoor playspace would be my top pick

287 Improve playground areas at Forest Park. They are weak compared to Finch Creek or Cool 9/11/2020 3:44 PM Creek in Hamilton County.

288 I think Noblesville could get more use out of Morse lake with an expansion of the park and 9/11/2020 3:12 PM public beach

289 question 8 did not allow me to select 3 priorities 9/11/2020 2:59 PM

290 Just FYI, I wasn't able to choose more than one want for question 8. The other 2 would be 9/11/2020 2:55 PM more playgrounds and an ice rink. I don't have a suggestion for question 9.

291 Dog park 9/11/2020 1:38 PM

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Q10 What should be the top three (3) priories the Parks Department should focus on completing within the next 5 years? -- PROGRAMS / ACTIVITIES

Answered: 694 Skipped: 47

Arts and Crafts programs

Nature Education...

Additional Festivals /...

Preschool and Children's...

Youth programs

Teen programs

Adult programs

Senior Adult programs

Additional Festivals

Outdoor adult playground /...

Mental health programs

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

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ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Arts and Crafts programs 16.14% 112

Nature Education programs 33.14% 230

Additional Festivals / Events 48.56% 337

Preschool and Children's programs 15.27% 106

Youth programs 29.97% 208

Teen programs 21.90% 152

Adult programs 17.87% 124

Senior Adult programs 19.45% 135

Additional Festivals 20.03% 139

Outdoor adult playground / workout equipment / obstacle course 38.04% 264

Mental health programs 20.03% 139 Total Respondents: 694

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Q11 Is there a PROGRAM or ACTIVITY you would like to see implemented in the next five years by Noblesville Parks?

Answered: 159 Skipped: 582

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# RESPONSES DATE 1 Wake park 10/10/2020 2:11 PM

2 Mental health programs 10/8/2020 2:00 PM

3 Upgrade Forrest Park and Babe Ruth baseball area. It really needs to be redone! It has lots of 10/6/2020 4:06 PM potential but needs to be updated. I have gone here a few times this year because I wanted to exercise when my kids where at the NUSC or at the High School or Middle School. It really could use a major update. Maybe have a trail from Federal Hill Commons to Forrest Park?

4 I would focus on building more but smaller parks. Seminary Park is a treasure. More of those. 10/4/2020 9:22 PM

5 Senior Adult programs 10/2/2020 10:53 PM

6 Better slide and new smaller playground equipment at Dillon. Outside workout equipment (like 10/1/2020 10:17 PM Cool Creek / the Children’s Museum workout equipment along the track)

7 Nop 10/1/2020 12:48 PM

8 I would like to see regular, low cost fitness classes like yoga, pilates, Zumba held during 10/1/2020 8:37 AM evening hours or early weekend mornings. I'd like to see homeschool nature programs

9 Youth Skate Group Preschool Learning Nature Group Park Cleanup and matience 9/29/2020 9:06 AM

10 Pickleball courts 9/27/2020 2:22 PM

11 Pumpkin carving 9/25/2020 9:33 AM

12 Just indoor facilities for increased access to racquet sports and soccer at fair rates (ideally, 9/24/2020 10:31 AM fairer than the private owned sport mega-complex facilities- i.e. Finch Creek/Grand Park/etc.)

13 volley ball league 9/23/2020 1:10 PM

14 Additional pickleball would be a mental health program in and of itself, and it would increase 9/22/2020 10:07 PM adult physical health.

15 More pickleball courts and bike paths. 9/22/2020 9:31 PM

16 New city pool. If you compare forest Park to the moon center and other nearby cities it pales in 9/22/2020 9:37 AM comparison!

17 Running Club/Group - Westfield, Fishers and Carmel have them. 9/21/2020 9:02 PM

18 Safety at the current facilities 9/21/2020 9:36 AM

19 Don’t increase costs! 9/20/2020 12:19 PM

20 Adult obstacle/fitness course 9/20/2020 8:09 AM

21 Senior gatherings, dances, etc 9/18/2020 6:10 PM

22 Fun educational programs (cooking, how to programs- extreme couponing, garage sales, Dave 9/17/2020 9:15 PM Ramsey, etc)

23 na 9/17/2020 10:34 AM

24 Gospel Music Festival / Concert 9/17/2020 9:55 AM

25 More programs for older children 9/17/2020 6:51 AM

26 Getting the youth more involved. The future generation leading programs. 9/16/2020 7:11 PM

27 No 9/16/2020 6:03 PM

28 More Interactive activities for families, stargazing, animal encounters (petting zoo or 9/16/2020 2:34 PM endangered animals, etc.), hands on nature STEM, water shows (skiing, diving), 1 time free try its (Archery from Koteewi, etc.), Rec programs at churches? Greenhouse?

29 Pioneer program like at Holliday Park, maple sugaring, seeing plants the pioneers used, 9/16/2020 12:19 PM making some crafts

30 More basketball leagues 9/16/2020 10:57 AM

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31 no 9/16/2020 8:57 AM

32 health challenge to walk all the trails 9/16/2020 8:24 AM

33 Fishing clinics for familys 9/16/2020 7:18 AM

34 more classes on nature in our time 9/15/2020 9:46 PM

35 Yes, DANCE ! BALLROOM DANCE! 9/15/2020 6:27 PM

36 Dog parks 9/15/2020 6:25 PM

37 Women’s wilderness skills. Arts & crafts for adults. 9/15/2020 6:09 PM

38 the wake park and glamping facilities sound amazing and more for me to gloat about when I 9/15/2020 4:52 PM talk to family and friends in Fresno.

39 My neighbors and I enjoy the concerts in the parks. It would be nice if that were better 9/15/2020 4:38 PM attended. Maybe advertise with more signage. Especially for Federal Hill. Adding a description of the band's music style.

40 Adult volleyball, tennis lessons, golf lessons, basketball program. 9/15/2020 4:27 PM

42 na 9/15/2020 2:18 PM

43 See Question #9 9/15/2020 2:01 PM

44 Senior exercise programs or exercise for those with limited mobility 9/15/2020 1:54 PM

45 How about an outdoor fitness park with bodyweight equipment? 9/15/2020 12:57 PM

46 Yes, due to Covid and the impact on interaction with others and social distancing: Adult 9/15/2020 12:48 PM classes during cold weather with social distancing marked and require masks to be worn. Suggested classes: watercolor and/or acrylic painting instruction, drawing classes, needle felting classes, travelogues, computer and/or other technologies help for seniors, book club meetings and other activities for adults. I attended a coloring books and wine event with my granddaughter and loved it!!

47 Senior activity programs: pickleball, zumba, line dancing, racquetball, things that we can use 9/15/2020 12:05 PM to stay well and healthy.

48 Adult outdoor workout equipment etc. 9/15/2020 11:49 AM

49 Another Man made beach on other side of Noblesville for swimming & leasure 9/15/2020 11:21 AM

50 The Parks Department is outstanding and knows better than I do. 9/15/2020 11:20 AM

51 Freesby Golf Course at Finch Creek with Freesby golf events 9/15/2020 11:19 AM

52 meditation classes 9/15/2020 11:09 AM

53 Other than concerts, our family isn't really in a season to use other programs or activities. If 9/15/2020 10:49 AM our children were younger that would be different.

54 More trails please 9/15/2020 10:31 AM

55 Teens need safe and fun things to be a part of i would like to see this occur 9/15/2020 10:23 AM

56 Bike events for families such as the Indy Night Ride but have it through the Noblesville 9/15/2020 10:22 AM community and to the proceeds help fund school food program or local food bank or animal shelter. Have one in spring and fall with a registration fee.

57 learning about evasive Trees and plants to Indiana. My daughter is a Indiana district forester 9/15/2020 9:56 AM and has to combat misinformation about this subject.

58 Longer skating season and more water activities in town (stand up paddle board rental on the 9/15/2020 9:45 AM river).

59 I would love to see a Thomas the Tank Engine event at Forest Park. The setting is perfect 9/15/2020 9:38 AM next to the Train Museum and the space at Forest Park. The tourism dollars that would come to Noblesville for that event would be wonderful.

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60 Love the DNR teaching fishing and cooking classes, and archeological day. Things like that. 9/15/2020 9:37 AM

61 All-inclusive sports facility for older teenagers 9/15/2020 9:24 AM

62 We have an aging population including myself. I would like to see programs for senior adults, 9/15/2020 9:15 AM i.e. craft opportunities, exercise designed for elderly with arthritis and/or other limitations, social groups for caregivers of the elderly, Alzheimer's support, etc.

63 A quality Pilates classes. There is a growing trend of kids being virtual and moved to schooling 9/15/2020 9:10 AM at home or hybrid. It would be nice to cater to those groups with different studies...farm, cooking, nature, etc

64 Wake park would be amazing 9/15/2020 9:05 AM

65 more expansive splash pads 9/15/2020 9:02 AM

66 The e-learning camp was a great idea! 9/15/2020 8:28 AM

67 Cooking series from beginning to experienced. 9/15/2020 8:24 AM

68 More of a town soccer/baseball etc league. The one we were in was fine but as a kid I 9/15/2020 8:20 AM remember one lasting most of the summer and we had practice one day and a game another and we played other teams in town. I was hoping for something like that here.

69 A men's basketball league 9/15/2020 8:17 AM

70 Pottery courses 9/15/2020 8:01 AM

71 Pickle ball courts In Dillon Park, More improved play ground for Dillion Park 9/15/2020 7:59 AM

72 Yoga, meditation in the park for adults and kids, painting in the park 9/15/2020 7:40 AM

73 Pickleball 9/15/2020 7:10 AM

74 Maintaining and doing Preventative Maintenance at White River Campground-it is high use 9/15/2020 6:44 AM campground and needs time and attention to stay that way—sewage systems/upgrade electrical to have more 50 amp sites

75 More bus trips to different locations, especially outside of the Hamilton County area. 9/15/2020 6:44 AM

76 ? 9/15/2020 6:43 AM

77 NA 9/15/2020 6:20 AM

78 Wake park would be a great destination addition. 9/15/2020 5:57 AM

79 Camping 9/15/2020 5:19 AM

80 Something for the 55 and up crowd and veterans 9/15/2020 4:56 AM

81 More group activities for older adults/seniors. There may be some and I'm just not aware or 9/15/2020 4:16 AM don't know where to look?

82 Food trucks around the city of Noblesville on weekends. The Food Truck Friday at Federal Hill 9/15/2020 3:47 AM Commons is nice, but I’m not available during that time and with everyone there at the same time it is too congested. Spreading out some food trucks around the city with an interactive map so I can plan my weekend events around their location would be fun!

83 Local garden organization partnering with parks and not just library 9/15/2020 2:43 AM

84 No 9/15/2020 1:18 AM

85 More movies in the park in Dillon Park. It was nice to have the movies in new parks this year! 9/15/2020 12:05 AM

86 Trips to the ski resort in southern Indiana. 9/14/2020 11:49 PM

87 Junior Golf ... development program for junior golf. 9/14/2020 11:39 PM

88 More yoga &pilates 9/14/2020 11:32 PM

89 Bike paths. 9/14/2020 11:28 PM

90 More Pickleball courts! 9/14/2020 11:27 PM

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91 Outdoor workout 9/14/2020 11:09 PM

92 Square dancing 9/14/2020 11:07 PM

93 Nothing new 9/14/2020 10:35 PM

94 NA 9/14/2020 10:34 PM

95 More geared towards homeschool 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

96 Water safety classes 9/14/2020 10:29 PM

97 Free fitness classes in the pm hours, crafting workshops 9/14/2020 10:23 PM

98 Leisure programs-courses, group games 9/14/2020 10:19 PM

99 Programs that engage veterans and their families. 9/14/2020 10:15 PM

100 More focus on natural landscaping throughout Noblesville. 9/14/2020 10:13 PM

101 Bigger ice skating ring 9/14/2020 10:06 PM

102 Community Wednesday. I joined several years ago and it was realy enjoyable eventually 9/14/2020 10:05 PM leadership seemed to take a turn to a different direction for other park activities and it appeared the park personal just did not have an interest in promoting activities.

103 id love to see a mental health initiative like offering meditation yoga or arts classes at the 9/14/2020 9:53 PM parks

104 A historical festival like at Fort Ouiatenon. Celebrating who Noblesville is, where we came 9/14/2020 9:51 PM from, our German town, how the train came to be, the Firestone plan, a taste of historic foods in our area: sugar cream pie, Clancy’s burgers, Alexander’s ice cream, etc, a fresh flower market, a wall of historic photos from decades gone by? Submitted by social media? A mid- late September festival to celebrate life here!

105 I like idea of movies and music in the parks, if it's not too crowded 9/14/2020 9:49 PM

106 Classes/groups for homeschool kids, especially since there are WAY more people 9/14/2020 9:39 PM homeschooling due to Covid

107 Skateboard/scooter classes/events 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

108 Ask me when the pandemic has been eradicated 9/14/2020 9:33 PM

109 Something Christmas-y 9/14/2020 9:30 PM

110 Invasive species management. Large scale native tree giveaway - maybe partnering with 9/14/2020 9:29 PM Hamilton County Soil and Water. Definitely need more urban canopy for the good of all, which also will save the city money!

111 Bocce, shuffleboard 9/14/2020 9:29 PM

112 Horse park (for shows and competition-western) 9/14/2020 9:28 PM

113 I would love to see groups that get together for various reasons: kayaking, canoeing, dog 9/14/2020 9:27 PM walking, etc.

114 No 9/14/2020 9:25 PM

115 I think the parks are good for concerts and small kids but I really don’t see value for adults in 9/14/2020 9:23 PM the bigger facilities. It seems like focusing on projects close to home and having places for older people to walk would be nice. Even if it’s just a small park that is really pretty with a fountain or something to make things more interesting. Urban areas tend to do better with that type of thing.

116 Foraging, Orienteering 9/14/2020 9:22 PM

117 I would like summer camp for pre school hours to be longer then 3 hours a day. Its hard for 9/14/2020 9:20 PM working parents. Adult softball, adult baseball, basketball, ect. 4th july festival where kids and adults can have competition. Relays, run walk 3-5k. More drive in movies night not at the pool perhaps. Let the public be more aware what is offered to surrounding area. Such as ceriero, Lapel, fortville, Sheridan, area. Helping the homeless out with job opperitunies, and shelter,.

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More arts and crafts for kids and getting involved. Youth camps. Youth sports. Getting the word out more and explaining what is offered and how to get to programs to surrounding area that doesnt offer these programs would be good help.

118 Concerts 9/14/2020 9:20 PM

119 Mommy and me activities, like baby music, gym time etc. Adult Swim after hours with 9/14/2020 9:19 PM cocktails (Carmel does this)

120 Track and field type activities 9/14/2020 9:14 PM

121 Perhaps the wake park and more water attractions. 9/14/2020 9:14 PM

122 Remote control race track 9/14/2020 9:12 PM

123 I think federal hill needs to expand maybe in a different location to accommodate more and 9/14/2020 9:12 PM bigger events. Parking is an issue. This is a very nice facility and could have more opportunities of there were more parking

124 Nature art? Art that local Indians would have had? History of the area through art. I’m an art 9/14/2020 9:12 PM teacher and a Noblesville resident and can help with this [email protected].

125 Yoga yoga yoga. Ice skating as long as possible. 9/14/2020 9:09 PM

126 More conservation 9/14/2020 9:08 PM

127 Festivals and kids events 9/14/2020 9:08 PM

128 Intro to sports or sports clinics for kids. Would be super interested in one time (maybe half 9/14/2020 9:07 PM day) programs on the weekend (Sat 9am to noon softball clinic or introduction to lacrosse kind of thing).

129 Pickleball lessons outdoors 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

130 Bike rides & running events 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

131 Walking maps 9/14/2020 9:05 PM

132 Would love to see more festivals with crafters. I have my own crafting business and I go to a 9/14/2020 9:03 PM lot of places but I’ve never been to a Noblesville one. (I live in Westfield for following questions) 11-20 in westfield

133 no 9/14/2020 9:02 PM

134 Adult Volleyball League 9/14/2020 9:02 PM

135 Kayak club 9/14/2020 9:01 PM

136 Youth programs, nature education 9/14/2020 9:00 PM

137 Walking/hiking history and ecology tours 9/14/2020 8:59 PM

138 More weekday day time programs 9/14/2020 8:58 PM

139 More group fitness and sports leagues. 9/14/2020 8:54 PM

140 Example: once every 2 weeks or even once a month, have an event that focuses on either 9/14/2020 8:52 PM arts and crafts, STEM, or nature related topics that is free to the community. It would be for all ages with different stations set up for different age groups from toddler to senior citizens. Maybe 4 hours in length that has a community pitch in provided. Just an idea.

141 More train rides. 9/14/2020 8:51 PM

142 Walking programs 9/14/2020 8:50 PM

143 More field access for youth sports like Lacrosse 9/14/2020 8:50 PM

144 Sustainable urban development 9/14/2020 8:50 PM

145 Homeschool classes 9/14/2020 8:48 PM

146 keep offering bus trips or overnite trip 9/14/2020 8:46 PM

147 Youth sports offers in Wayne Township/Finch Creek 9/14/2020 8:46 PM

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148 sports for elementary beyond boys n girls club to give an exposure. Communicate the 9/14/2020 8:36 PM availability much sooner.

149 botanical & art gardens 9/14/2020 8:33 PM

150 Cycling events 9/14/2020 8:30 PM

151 Yoga 9/14/2020 8:26 PM

152 more activities geared towards low income 9/14/2020 8:25 PM

153 Na 9/14/2020 8:19 PM

154 More development around Morse. 9/14/2020 8:13 PM

155 Pickle all lessons. More nature classes and bus trips 9/12/2020 9:33 AM

156 Can we have a big street festival with food vendors? Would love to support local charities and 9/12/2020 8:05 AM small businesses this way. Dog parade? Bike parade?

157 More events at forest park pool. I.e. Dive in movies, pool day themes such as luau. 9/12/2020 12:07 AM

158 love current activities like concerts, movies in park, 4rth of July event, anything family friendly 9/11/2020 9:13 PM

159 Adult fitness 9/11/2020 1:38 PM

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Q12 Where do you live?

Answered: 741 Skipped: 0

Inside City Limits of...

Outside City in Noblesvil...

Outside City in Wayne...

Outside City Limits and n...

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

Inside City Limits of Noblesville 71.79% 532

Outside City in Noblesville Township 15.11% 112

Outside City in Wayne Township 3.24% 24

Outside City Limits and not in either Noblesville or Wayne Townships 9.85% 73

TOTAL 741

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Q13 How many years have you resided in Noblesville?

Answered: 694 Skipped: 47

1–5 years

6–10 years

11–20 years

more than 20 years

lifelong resident

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

1–5 years 22.77% 158

6–10 years 20.32% 141

11–20 years 24.93% 173 more than 20 years 21.47% 149 lifelong resident 10.52% 73

TOTAL 694

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Q14 Your age group

Answered: 737 Skipped: 4

18–25

26–35

36–50

51–65

over 65

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES

18–25 0.81% 6

26–35 10.99% 81

36–50 51.42% 379

51–65 22.52% 166 over 65 14.25% 105

TOTAL 737

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Q15 Your gender

Answered: 737 Skipped: 4

male

female

prefer not to answer

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES male 22.39% 165 female 74.76% 551 prefer not to answer 2.85% 21

TOTAL 737

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Q16 How many people under 18 live in your household?

Answered: 737 Skipped: 4

none

one

two

three

four or more

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%

ANSWER CHOICES RESPONSES none 36.64% 270 one 14.25% 105 two 30.39% 224 three 12.08% 89 four or more 6.65% 49

TOTAL 737

56 / 56 FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Dr. James A. Dillon Park Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 6001 Edenshall Lane, Noblesville, IN 46062 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 86.81 Land acres 86.81 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

Please record “Number of” each of the following: CHECK IF THIS SITE HAS AT LEAST ONE (1) OF MULTI-USE AMENITY THE FOLLOWING (check, if applicable) Disc Golf 1 Dog Park Skateboard Park 1 Fields Baseball / Softball Fields Soccer Fields Football Fields Courts Basketball Tennis Notes: Events Lawn, Multi-Purpose Fields

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes:

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Federal Hill Commons Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 175 Logan Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 6.34 Land acres 6.34 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes:

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Finch Creek Park Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 16233 Boden Road, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 193.90 Land acres 193.90 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

Please record “Number of” each of the following: CHECK IF THIS SITE HAS AT LEAST ONE (1) OF MULTI-USE AMENITY THE FOLLOWING (check, if applicable) Disc Golf Dog Park Skateboard Park Fields Baseball / Softball Fields Soccer Fields Football Fields Courts Basketball 1 Tennis Notes: Pickleball Courts (4) This park also is home to Finch Creek Field House (130,000 square-foot youth sports facility)-5 hardwood courts for basketball/volleyball, 75,000 square foot of indoor turf with 2 high school sized infields for baseball or softball, 2 full playing fields for football, soccer, lacrosse, or rugby, 11 batting cages and and a 10,000 square-foot athletic training facility.

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes: We only have Phase 1 of this park completed. More ammenities will come with more developments.

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Forest Hill Nature Preserve Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 0 Lakeview Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other natural wooded area Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 4.82 Land acres 4.82 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes: This area is not labeled as a park. It is a piece of City owned property on the woods on the north side of Legacy Christian School. It has little or proposed development.

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Forest Park Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 701 Cicero Road Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 152.60 Land acres 152.60 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes:

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Fox Prairie Golf Course Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 8465 E. 196th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6357 [email protected] noblesvilleparksgolf. com Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Gary Deakyne

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Golf Course Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 224.00 Land acres 224.00 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes: 27 - championship hole course

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Hague Road Nature Haven Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 0 Lakeview Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 43.70 Land acres 43.70 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes: This is a natural area on the sourth side of State Road 38 and Hague Road. There are bench swings and mowed trails throughout the area.

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Hague Road Nature Preserve Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 0 Lakeview Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 94 Land acres 94 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes: This is a natural area on the north side of State Road 38 and Hague Road. There are walking trails, flora and fauna, pedestrian bridge and wetlands.

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Riverwalk Depot Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 0 N. 8th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres .50 Land acres .50 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes: There isn't public access at this specific pocket park-however just across the trail is a public access site on the White River.

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Seminary Park Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 350 S 10th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 1.50 Land acres 1.50 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes:

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Soccer Fields Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 8501 E 196th Street, Noblesville, IN 46062 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 30.25 Land acres 30.25 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes:

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site Southside Park Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 396 Washington Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 5 Land acres 5 Water acres Wetlands acres

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes:

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FACILITY GENERAL INFORMATION Site code Name of site The Wetlands Address (number and street, city, state, and ZIP code) 329 Poplar Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060 Primary telephone number Primary e-mail address Site URL ( 317 ) 776-6350 [email protected] noblesvilleparks.org Name of owner Name of manager City of Noblesville Brandon Bennett

Type of facility: (Please check one)

Park / Recreation Area Forest Historic / Cultural Site Dedicated Nature Preserve Reservoir Trail Fishing / Boating Access Site Camping / Trailer Park Other wetland Pool Fish & Wildlife Area

Type of area: (Please check one)

County Federal Municipal Public State Township

Time Open: Seasonal Year-round Total acres 9.92 Land acres Water acres Wetlands acres 9.92

PICNIC AND PLAYGROUND AREAS

Is there a Picnic Area on this site? Yes No

Is there a Playground on this site? Yes No

ATHLETIC AREAS Site code

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CAMPING OR LODGING FACILITIES

Is there a Campground on this site? Yes No

GOLF FACILITIES

Is there a Public Golf Course on this site? Yes No

SHOOTING OR ARCHERY FACILITIES

Is there a Public Shooting Range on this site? Yes No

Is there a Public Archery Range on this site? Yes No

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Is this site open for any Winter Activity use? Yes No

TRAILS

Are there any Trails located on this site? Yes No

If Yes, please contact Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Outdoor Recreation for addition to Trails Inventory.

WATER

Is there a Pool on this site? Yes No

Is there a Splash Pad, Water Park, or other Water Feature? Yes No

Is there a Pond, Lake, River, or Creek on this site with public access? Yes No Notes: This area is not labeled as a park. It is a piece of City owned property with limited access and is adjacent to Morse Lake. It has little or proposed development.

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CITY OF NOBLESVILLE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT TRANSITION PLAN (JULY 2008 – UPDATED DECEMBER 2017)

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this document shall serve as the City of Noblesville’s Transition Plan. Included are results of a self-evaluation that addresses barriers within City programs and facilities. The development of this plan has occurred with the assistance of several individuals and organizations throughout the community. The Director of the Engineering Department for the City of Noblesville ADA Coordinator will coordinate all aspects of ADA compliance. Any comments, additions or suggestions about this plan may be directed to the Coordinator for ADA Access to Public Facilities and Public Right-of-Way and for General Information and Complaints.

This Transition Plan will continuously be updated. A public hearing regarding the contents of the plan will be held on a yearly basis. Notice of the public hearing will be given at least two (2) weeks in advance of the hearing. Any comments, suggestions or additions to the plan may be addressed to the City’s ADA Coordinator throughout the year.

General complaints, comments, concerns, and questions may be filed electronically through the City’s Web Site at: www.cityofnoblesville.org

Issues regarding public facilities or facilities within the right-of-way can be submitted to:

Mr. John Beery, PE, PTOE, PTP ADA Coordinator City Engineer 16 South 10th Street Suite 155 Noblesville, IN 46060 317-776-6330 [email protected]

Questions Regarding the ADA and Public Communications may be directed to:

Robert Herrington Public Affairs Manager 16 South 10th Street Noblesville, IN 46060 317-776-6367 [email protected]

Issues regarding public facilities with the City of Noblesville’s Parks may be directed to:

Brandon Bennett Parks Director Forest Park Inn 701 Cicero Road Noblesville, IN 46060-1441 317-776-6350 [email protected]

Page 1 of 5 CITY OF NOBLESVILLE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT TRANSITION PLAN (JULY 2008 – UPDATED DECEMBER 2017)

Issues regarding reasonable accommodation requests for personnel, interview, and job application issues may be directed to:

Holly Ramon Human Resources Manager 16 South 10th Street Noblesville, IN 46060 317-776-6360 [email protected]

Issues regarding ADA access to and within private establishments and buildings:

Daniel Sheposh Chief Building Inspector Noblesville Planning Department 16 South 10th Street Noblesville, IN 46060 317-776-6325 [email protected]

EXHIBITS Exhibit A – Statement of ADA Compliance for Newly Designed and Constructed Projects Exhibit B – ADA Contact Protocol Exhibit C – Obstacle Removal Procedure Exhibit D – Reasonable Accommodation Request Procedures Exhibit E – Grievance/Complaint Intake Form Exhibit F – Transition Plan Physical Improvement Matrix

STATEMENT OF POLICY CITY CODE CHAPTER 34, SECTION 34.02 Equal Employment Policy It is the policy of the city to be an equal opportunity employer. No officer or employee of the city shall discriminate against any other officer or employee, or applicant for employment on the basis of sex, race, color, religious belief, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, age or disability unrelated to the person’s ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

RULES OF THE NOBLESVILLE HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION SECTION 34.32 Statement of Equal Employment Opportunity City of Noblesville’s Human Rights commission is committed to a policy of acting affirmatively to attract and utilize the talents of all citizens. No Commission member or agent of the City shall discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of sex, race, color, religious belief, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, age or disability unrelated to a person’s ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

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City Services, Programs, Activities, and Compliance Actions GENERAL NON-DISCRIMINATORY REQUIREMENTS Designation of ADA Coordinator • City ADA Coordinator has been designated as the Director of the Department of Engineering. • The City of Noblesville is an equal opportunity employer and the policies of such are set forth in the Noblesville Code of Ordinances and the Rules of the Noblesville Human Relations Commission.

Review of City Code/Policies • Noblesville City Code of Ordinances and any other City-issued policies will be reviewed to ensure proper and uniform terms and definitions are used.

EQUALLY EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION To provide public notice of ADA Coordinator and communication sources: • City has published the name, address and phone number of the ADA Coordinator on the Internet, Intranet, and bulletin boards. • Provide internal notice to City employees about ADA issues and compliance steps • City has posted the ADA Compliance Notice on bulletin boards at all work sites (Exhibit A). • City has posted the names of the ADA Contact Protocol on bulletin boards at all work sites (Exhibit B). • City has prepared and distributed a copy of this document to all Department Heads. • City has prepared and distributed notice regarding ADA Obstacle Removal Procedure (Exhibit D).

PROGRAM AND INFRASTRUCTURE ACCESSIBILITY Obstacle Removal • Front ADA access to the Noblesville Public Safety Building was reconstructed in 2008. • Noblesville City Hall was constructed with full ADA accommodation in 2007. • City has completed the identification/mapping of all curb ramps, evaluating adequateness and developing financial needs: - City has established priorities based upon need and cost, as well as impact on affected population and in conjunction with its annual resurfacing program. - The City has established an annual program budgeted at - The City maintains and updates an inventory map on ADA accessible sidewalk ramps. - The City of Noblesville revised its construction design standards to include standards requirement for the construction of ADA compliant accessible ramps. - The City of Noblesville maintains a strict program for the inspection of construction for ADA ramps for public walkways. - The City of Noblesville has incorporated mandatory ADA requirement for sidewalk accessibility for encroachments within public right-of-way with special consideration to the Downtown Central Business District. - The City of Noblesville utilizes regular Community Development Block Funding received from the Federal Government to funding ADA and sidewalk accessibility improvements in low to moderate income neighborhoods.

Access to City services and programs • Noblesville City Hall has Braille markings on elevators and room numbers on public areas. • All public buildings have ADA accessible restrooms. • City has provided for integrated wheelchair seating in the City Council Chambers.

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• City has provided a mechanism for which individuals using wheelchairs can address the City Council and utilize the microphone system. • City will ensure new public facilities and remodeling facilities are reviewed for compliance with ADA standards. • The City’s Parks Department has completed an audit and inventory on accessibility in park facilities. The document is on file at the Park’s Department office.

EMPLOYMENT Employment and accommodations for potential and existing employees are outlined in the City of Noblesville’s Civilian Employee Personnel Policy Handbook on file in the City’s Human Resource’s Department. For more information, contact the City’s Human Resource Manager..

Reasonable Accommodation Requests • City will review all formal and informal requests for reasonable accommodations and may approve such requests unless they have imposed an undue hardship. • Formal procedures and a request form for employees requesting a reasonable accommodation have been developed. Such procedures will be distributed to employees and department heads. (Exhibit D).

OTHER Grievance Procedure • The City’s Code of Ordinances outlines the grievance procedure for City Employees and the public. • City has established a grievance procedure for the general public relating to disability/access- related complaints (Exhibit E). • City will ensure all employees are aware of the grievance procedure. • Cooperation from Organizations/Advocates of Persons with Disabilities • City utilized public input during the self-evaluation process.

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This Transition Plan is hereby approved by the City of Noblesville’s Board or Public Works this

Day of , 2017

By:

John Ditslear, Mayor

Lawrence Stork, Member

Jack Martin, Member

Attest:

Signed

Printed Name

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Exhibit A

STATEMENT OF ADA COMPLIANCE NEWLY DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED PROJECTS

As a representative of the development and/or builder of the required improvements in need of a permit or acceptance by the City of Noblesville, I hereby certify and attest that the improvements constructed as part of this dedication OR permit have been constructed in full compliance with Federal ADA requirements and City Standards.

Signed

Printed

Company

Date

Exhibit B

ADA CONTACT PROTOCOL

ADVISORY

In the event there is a public concern or complaint regarding ADA compliance within the City of Noblesville, it is recommended that the concern be directed to the personnel listed in the Transition Plan who are may address the specific concern. In the event that it is not apparent to whom the issue should be directed, the ADA Coordinator shall be the primary contact to determine the correct assignment.

EXHIBIT C

ADA Obstacle Removal Procedure

In the event that there is notification provided to the City that an obstacle to ADA access exists on public property, the following procedures and protocol will be observed:

1. If the item is non-permanent and can be readily removed, it shall be removed by the party that placed the obstruction 2. The City of Noblesville’s Encroachment Ordinance shall govern the placement of all obstructions within the right-of-way. All permitted or illegal encroachments shall be subject to Federal ADA requirements, correction, or removal. 3. If the event a non-permanent or non-permitted encroachment in public right-of-way is not or cannot be removed by a private entity that placed the obstruction, the City of Noblesville has the right and authority to remove the obstruction. 4. All permanent improvements within public right-of-way constructed by a non-public entity shall meet Federal ADA requirements and City of Noblesville Standards. 5. In the event that a grievance or complaint regarding ADA access within public right-of- way is made, the ADA coordinator will investigate the complaint to determine the complexity of the removal or nature of the complaint. 6. Encroachment complaints shall be mitigated by the enforcement agent designated by the City’s Encroachment Ordinance. 7. The Board of Public Works is the designated final authority on all matters of permanent encroachments. 8. In the event an obstacle is not readily removal by an offender or by the City of Noblesville, corrective action may be required by Capital Improvement or by a Contractor hired by the City of Noblesville on its behalf. In the event that this course of action is pursued, there may be a significant period of time in which action can be taken due to available funds, weather, or scope. In the event that it is determined an improvement may be cost prohibitive to complete or it is determined that the physical features or nature of the obstruction cannot be remove or addressed, the City of Noblesville reserves the right to take no action or alternate methods to correct the issue.

Exhibit D (Not Used)

EXHIBIT E

GRIEVANCE/COMPLAINT INTAKE FORM

Grievances or Complaints regarding ADA access may be made directly to the ADA Coordinator through e-mail on the City of Noblesville’s website at www.cityofnoblesville.org.

Complaints or Grievances may also be made by completing for submitting this form to the ADA Coordinator at the following address:

John Beery City Engineer 16 S. 10th Street City of Noblesville Noblesville, IN 46060

Address or Location of Complaint

Date:

Name of Person

Contract Address

Daytime Phone

E-Mail

Briefly Describe Nature of Issue

EXHIBIT F TRANSITION PLAN PHYSICAL IMPROVEMENT MATRIX

Year Description Estimated Cost Annually Sidewalk and Ramp Improvements in Low to $80,000 Moderate Income Areas Annually Sidewalk and Ramp Construction for $350,000 Accessibility Annually Inspection of and Administration for New Incidental to Annual Budget Infrastructure and Compliance with ADA Requirements. Annually Inspection and Review of New Commercial and Incidental to Annual Budget Other Building for Public Occupancy