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View / Open Jackson County Parks Special Thanks & Acknowledgements The Jackson County Parks Department wishes to thank the individuals who participated on the Jackson County Parks Advisory Committee, interviewees, residents who attended the community workshop, and individuals that completed the Jackson County Parks Surveys. Specifically, Jackson County wishes to thank the following individuals: Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee: Steve Gies, Ashland Representative Bill Konantz, Jacksonville/Applegate Representative Greg Applen, Medford Representative Rosemary Newell, Medford Representative Sue King, Rogue River/Gold Hill Representative Tom Rickard, Shady Cove/Trail/Butte Falls Representative William Cecil, Phoenix/ Talent Representative Michael K. Evans, Central Point/ Eagle Point Representative James H. Lake, At Large Representative Jackson County Parks Staff: Paul Korbulic, Jackson County Parks & Roads Director Randy Hutton, Project Coordinator Melissa Bench, Administrative Assistant The County also wishes to thank the student research team from the University of Oregon’s Community Planning Workshop who prepared this plan. CPW Staff: David Reesor, Project Manager Kristopher Ackerson, Plan Researcher Keavy Cook, Plan Researcher Robert Stevens, Plan Researcher Elizabeth Johnson, Plan Researcher Sandra Rossetter, Plan Researcher Robert Parker, AICP, Community Planning Workshop Director Executive Summary Jackson County provides public park facilities to meet the outdoor and recreation needs of County residents and visitors. Parks enhance the quality of life of residents by providing affordable access to open space and activities such as fishing, camping, hiking, and boating. They serve as gathering places for community members – both formal and informal events are common at county parks. Additionally, native species of plants and animals, unique natural features, and important historic and cultural sites are protected and preserved by parkland. In 1981 the Jackson County Parks Department created a 20-year parks system comprehensive plan to direct development, operation, and maintenance of Jackson County Parks. The plan provided a vision statement, long-term goals and objectives, an inventory of park facilities, and a capital improvement plan. Changes in demographics, economics, and park facilities necessitated a revision of the plan to reflect the current needs of the community and the parks system. The 2004 Jackson County Parks System Master Plan is a supporting document of the Jackson County Comprehensive Plan. The purpose of this plan is to provide a framework for future park system development, management, and acquisition. This plan incorporates detailed demographic and recreation demand research as well as citizen input through surveys and community workshops. The plan identifies gaps in recreation services and will enable the Parks Department to proactively plan for future recreation needs. The Jackson County Parks Department Jackson County has a long history of providing parks and recreation services. In 1959, the County established the Jackson County Parks and Recreation Commission and hired the first Parks Director in 1961. Since its creation in the latter half of the 1950’s, the department has experienced many changes. In 1956, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife gave the County a lease on half an acre of land on the Rogue River that is known today as Dodge Bridge. This represented the first official lease of parks land for the County. It was immediately followed in 1958 by a 50-year lease from the Bureau of Reclamation on both Howard Prairie Recreational area and Emigrant Lake. This same year marked the first donation of land to the Jackson County Parks Department when residents Leland and Elsie Houk donated the 1.35 acres that are now known as Hooper Springs. In 2004, the Jackson County Parks Department managed 21 facilities, including developed and undeveloped parks and open space areas. These parks provide a broad spectrum of recreational opportunities ranging from camping, boating, and fishing to oval track and drag racing. The range of recreational facilities managed by the Jackson DRAFT: Jackson County Parks System Master Plan July 2004 Page i County Parks Department addresses a unique mixture of recreational needs that no other public or private entity can provide. Figure 2-1 summarizes key activities of the Jackson Parks Department history since its first land acquisition in 1956. Figure 2-1. Jackson County Parks Department History 1961Annual 1996 Staff of 1956First lease Budget of 7 full-time, 3 2004 Department 1978 Annual of Park Land $87,021, First less than manages 21 Budget at from ODFW – Parks Director full, 19 facilities across historic high of Dodge Bridge Hired seasonal the County nearly $2 million 1992 Parks Transferred 1959 Jackson County Parks 2004 Update of to Public and Recreation Commission Comprehensive 1970 Staff of 25 full- Works Established Plan – proposed time, 119 seasonal Department budget of $2367,911 1955 1965 1975 1985 1995 2005 Demand for park facilities Changes in economic trends and demographic characteristics such as age and income suggest changes in park user needs for Jackson County. The County Park Department should be flexible enough to address these changes to provide appropriate park facilities that reflect the desires of a changing population. As the population of Jackson County diversifies the recreational opportunities provided by the parks must also broaden its base. The following is a summary of key findings from this chapter: • Jackson County’s unique geographic characteristics provide a wide range of recreational opportunities. These natural features should be used to create a unique opportunity to create an identity for the parks department. • Jackson County’s economic base has shifted away from a natural resource economy to a more service based economy. Tourism is a more significant part of the local economy. • Jackson County has a slightly lower median household income and higher poverty rates than those of the State. Income might affect park users’ willingness to pay increased fees. • Income level effects recreational opportunity for people and therefore influences how they use parks. To serve a broad base of people the Jackson County’s Parks Department should consider the economic characteristics of the area. • Traffic on State and County roads will increase as the population of the County and surrounding area increases. The Page ii July 2004 DRAFT: Jackson County Parks System Master Plan Jackson County Parks Department should plan to accommodate for this increase because it affects access and maintenance of parks and park facilities. • Jackson County remains a leader in tourism. The Parks Department should take steps to capitalize on the County’s increasing tourism economy. • Jackson County is growing and population forecasts indicate 40,000 new residents between 2000 and 2020. The parks system should plan to accommodate for heavier use in the future. • Jackson County’s population is aging. This should be considered over time when planning for park user needs. • Jackson County’s demographic characteristics are becoming more diverse. The demographic characteristics should be periodically reviewed to ensure park planning reflects community needs. Demand for recreation facilities is driven primarily by population growth, socioeconomic characteristics, and activity participation trends. The 2004 Jackson County Parks System Master Plan identifies the following issues and priorities in meeting demand for County Park facilities. • Enhance Community Awareness of Parks. Community awareness of County park locations and facilities is an important element for increasing visitation rates. Specific implementation strategies could include: (1) increasing newspaper coverage of County Parks; (2) enhancing email and website exposure; and (3) improving park signage. • Enhance Existing Park Facilities. Providing park facilities is essential to the success of the Jackson County Parks System. Park facilities increase the variety of recreation activities and enable more visitors to recreate at County Parks. Specific implementation strategies could include: (1) developing more hiking, walking, and biking trails; (2) capitalizing on scenic highways; (3) providing more boat ramps; (4) developing interpretative resources; (5) developing more RV camping; and (6) expanding equestrian facilities. • Increase Access to Water. A concern of many Jackson County park users and residents is access to the County’s water resources, including various lakes and the Rogue and Applegate Rivers. Access to water is of interest to many community interest groups, including boaters and rafters, fishermen, and swimmers. Specific implementation strategies could include: (1) Enhance and increase boat launch facilities; (2) Enhance and increase areas for swimming; (3) Increase foot access points; and (4) Development of a Water Trail. DRAFT: Jackson County Parks System Master Plan July 2004 Page iii • Enhance Park Safety. Safety was overwhelming rated the most important park feature by survey respondents. The Parks Department is passionate about providing a safe and enjoyable park experience for visitors, and enhancing those measures already employed by the Department will help avert future injuries, emergencies, and thefts. The following measures would promote the safety of park visitors: (1) increased law enforcement; (2) enhanced lighting; and (3) increased lifeguards at swimming areas. • Enhance Park Maintenance. Park maintenance
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