Comprehensive Parks and RecreaƟ on Master Plan January 2015

Town of Archer Lodge

Comprehensive Parks and RecreaƟ on Master Plan January 2015

Town of Archer Lodge

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgements Execu ve Summary

1 EXISTING CONDITIONS 1 Introduc on Popula on and Demographics Socio-economic Trends Town Government Land Use and Zoning Town History Cultural and Historical Resources Regional Transporta on Community Health

2 NATURAL RESOURCES 9 Geography Climate Topography Soils Hydrology Land Cover Flora and Fauna

3 ANALYSIS OF EXISTING PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES 15 Exis ng Facili es and Programs Special Events Johnston County Parks and Recrea on Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Off ered by Other Towns Regional Connec ons 4 RECREATION STANDARDS AND COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT 21 Introduction National Survey on Recreation and the Environment Recrea on Trends and Projec ons Needs Assessment Recrea onal Demand in Johnston County Public Input Parks and Recrea on Survey Public Mee ng Currently Underserved Areas

5 MASTER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS 27 Introduction Parks and Recreation Goals and Objectives Priority 1: Archer Lodge Town Park Action Steps Summary

APPENDICES Appendix A: Public Meeting Minutes Appendix B: Parks and Recreation Survey Appendix C: Parks and Recreation Survey Results Appendix D: Funding Opportunities and Creative Partnerships

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Town of Archer Lodge

Mike Gordon, Town Mayor Clyde Castleberry, Town Council Member J. Mark Jackson, Town Council Member MaƩ Mulhollem, Town Council Member Mark Wilson, Town Council Member C.L. Gobble, Town Manager Bob Clark, Planning & Zoning Administrator Jean Overton, Town Clerk Consultant

Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC Susan M. Hatchell, FASLA, PLA, LEED AP Jennifer Steed Rachel Wilson

Acknowledgements i Acknowledgements ii EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Introduction

The Town of Archer Lodge, incorporated in 2009, is North Carolina’s newest town. Located in northern Johnston County, Archer Lodge off ers small town charm and close proximity to Research Triangle Park. These factors have led to rapid growth in and around Archer Lodge. The Town does not currently off er any recrea on facili es or programs, relying on a non-profi t en ty which has operated the Archer Lodge Community Center since 1963. The Town is ac vely seeking funding through the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund (PARTF) to purchase land for their fi rst park.

Johnston County currently ranks 76th out of 100 North Carolina coun es in “health behaviors” such as diet and exercise1. Parks and recrea on ac vi es greatly benefi t public health by assis ng in the reduc on of obesity rates as well as by helping to lower blood pressure and reducing the eff ects of a en on defi cit disorder (ADD). Parks and recrea on programs may also reduce feelings of isola on and depression. These posi ve eff ects on public health lead to both lower health care costs and healthy, stable communi es.

Parks and recrea on facili es also benefi t communi es in economic, environmental and social ways. Parks increase property values, tax bases and tax revenue. They may increase business and tourism and improve air and water quality. They promote accessibility, improve public safety and encourage intergenera onal equity. Finally, parks encourage community par cipa on, social interac on and general wellness. Existing Conditions

Archer Lodge has a slightly younger popula on than the State and a higher percentage of households including children under the age of 18. Due to a slightly younger popula on and many more families with children, the Town has a higher demand for exercise and recrea on.

Goals and land use principles related to recrea on opportuni es for residents are addressed in the Town’s 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The Town has an open space requirement for all large residen al subdivisions. In lieu of providing open space, developers may pay a fee to the Town to be used solely for the acquisi on of land for or development of parks and recrea on facili es by the Town. Natural Resources

The humid subtropical climate experienced by Archer Lodge is ideal for outdoor recrea on. The Town is located in a fairly fl at area with only slight varia ons in slope. The topography and general soil proper es of the area are suitable for recrea onal development.

1 h p://www.johnstonnc.com/fi les/health/2014Countyhealthranking.pdf Execu ve Summary iii The Town is located in between Buff alo Creek and the Neuse River. Streams and rivers make great corridors for greenways and off er poten al regional connec ons for the Town. 4 1 Existing Recreational Facilities and Programs 2 Current recrea onal facili es and programs within the Town of Archer Lodge 3 are limited to those found at the Archer Lodge Community Center and the Archer Lodge Middle School. Baseball and soccer programs are off ered by the Community Center but this facility is not owned or operated by the Town. It has been operated by a non-profi t en ty since 1963.

Because of the high demand and low supply of recrea on facili es in the Legend Town, many residents u lize the facili es and programs off ered by other towns nearby. = Exis ng Parks and Recrea on Facili es Recreation Standards and Community Needs Assessment = Subdivisions Recrea on trends and projec ons from the Na onal Survey on Recrea on = Water and the Environment (NSRE) are fairly consistent with the needs and desires of Archer Lodge residents determined by public input methods. According Map of Proposed Park Land Acquisi on to area and facility standards set by the Na onal Recrea on and Park Areas - Not to Scale Associa on (NRPA), Archer Lodge is not mee ng the recrea onal demands of its popula on.

While auto-centric development pa erns make it less safe to walk, bike and play outdoors, residents need safe places to exercise and to play. As the popula on in and around the Town of Archer Lodge con nues to grow, available open space and land is rapidly diminishing. The need to acquire land for parks and recrea on facili es is more important now than ever. Master Plan Recommendations

There is a great need for parks and recrea on facili es in the Town. This need will con nue to grow as the area becomes more developed and populated. Archer Lodge is currently seeking grant money for its fi rst town park. The proposed site is located at the intersec on of Wall Road and Wendell Road. A consultant has produced a master plan that includes two ball fi elds, a mul - purpose fi eld, soccer and football fi elds, a playground, tennis and basketball courts, restrooms and concessions, parking and a shelter.

The Town will con nue to seek funding from a variety of sources (outlined in Appendix C) to develop parks, greenways and other recrea onal facili es. Because the Town does not currently own or operate any recrea onal facili es and the area is rapidly growing and developing, land acquisi on is the top priority. Based on the loca on of the exis ng Archer Lodge Community Center and subdivisions in and around the Town, development of a park or other recrea on facili es is suggested in each of the four quadrants shown to the le . The Town will also strive to promote walking and biking through the implementa on of greenways and other trails.

Archer Lodge will work towards crea ng a Parks and Recrea on Department with staff . A “vision” or marke ng plan will be developed for the department Execu ve Summary and signs and other wayfi nding devices will be installed as parks and other iv Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan facili es are developed.

It will take a great deal of me and funding to acquire land and develop new parks and recrea on facili es. In the mean me, the Town will seek partnerships with local schools in order to establish joint-use agreements that may allow for town use of school recrea on facili es.

Ac on steps for moving forward are listed below:

• Adopt the Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan • Acquire park land with town funds and grants • Develop parks, greenways, and other recrea onal facili es in phases to address urgent demands and seek connec vity with adjacent communi es • Establish poten al partnerships • Start a Parks and Recrea on Department with a Director • Formalize a marke ng plan or “vision” for parks and recrea on

Execu ve Summary v Execu ve Summary vi 1EXISTING CONDITIONS Introduction

The Town of Archer Lodge is located in northern Johnston County. The Town’s 10.24 square miles make up 17% of the Wilders Township. Archer Lodge lies between the towns of Clayton and Wendell and is 22 miles from Raleigh. It is located within the Research Triangle Regional Partnership economic development region and is within forty miles of other major urban centers such as Cary, Durham, Goldsboro, and Wilson. See Figure 1.1 for a regional context map.

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96 With a current popula on of 4,516, Archer Lodge is the fourth largest 231 municipality in Johnston County (2013 US Census es mate). The popula on of the area has nearly doubled in the past ten years. Popula on projec ons for the Town itself are limited due to the fact that Archer Lodge has only been W A K E C O U N T Y J O H N S T O N C O U N T Y incorporated since 2009. Archer Lodge There are many subdivisions outside of the town limits that should be Clayton Main St. considered part of the Town’s service area. Because no recrea onal facili es 42 or programs are off ered by Johnston County, residents of these subdivisions Bu ff alo 96 rely on the programs of nearby towns. The popula on of the broader Wilders Rd. Township should be used as a more accurate number for which to plan for recrea onal needs. BUS 70 According to the Johnston County Planning Department’s website, the Legend popula on of the Wilders township is 18,083 (2010 US Census). A small part of the Town of Clayton lies within the Township and should not be included in = Archer Lodge the Archer Lodge service area popula on. For this reason, we have decided = Municipali es to use the 2010 popula on of the Township as the current popula on of the Archer Lodge service area. The service area currently makes up 10% of the = Wilders Township popula on of the County. See the chart below. = Township Boundaries Year Archer Lodge Johnston County Archer Lodge Service Area PopulaƟ on Service Area as = Highways (2010 Wilders a Percentage of = Subdivisions Township Johnston County PopulaƟ on) Wilders Township - Not to Scale 2013 18,083 177,967 10.16%

The popula on of Johnston County is projected to reach 222,074 by 2030 (North Carolina Offi ce of State Budget and Management). If the popula on of Wilders Township grows as a constant percentage of the County, the 2030 popula on can be es mated at 22,563.

The distribu on of males and females in Archer Lodge is about even (49.2% male, 50.8% female). The median age in the Town is 35.4, slightly younger than the state median age of 37.6. The largest percentage of the popula on within the town is between 35 and 44 years old. Furthermore, 44.4% of households include children under the age of 18, compared to only 29.6% of households in the state. (2009-2013 American Community Survey 5-Year Es mates)

According to the American Heart Associa on, children need 60 minutes of ac ve play every day, while adults need 30 minutes of moderate exercise fi ve mes a week. Due to a slightly younger popula on and many more families with children, the Town has a higher demand for exercise and recrea onal ac vi es. Furthermore, the community needs recrea onal facili es and programs for both adults and children.

Chapter 1: Exis ng Condi ons 2 Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan

Socio-economic Trends

Archer Lodge has a higher percentage of high school graduates and a higher percentage of the popula on with Bachelor’s degrees than the rest of Johnston County. However, the percentage with Bachelor’s degrees is lower than both state and na onal averages. The percentage of high school graduates is higher than state and na onal averages.

The median household income for the Town of Archer Lodge is $68,154, compared to $49,711 for Johnston County. The Town’s unemployment rate is 9.2%, compared to 11.2% in Johnston County. (2009-2013 American Community Survey)

Town Government

The Town of Archer Lodge is governed by an elected Mayor and Town Council. The Town Council is made up of fi ve members, one of whom is elected as the Mayor Pro Tem. Currently, the Town Clerk is the only full me staff . The Town Manager and Town Planner posi ons are fulfi lled by contracted services.

Archer Lodge has a town website and a Facebook page that can be accessed at: h p://townofarcherlodge.com/ and h ps://www.facebook.com/ townofarcherlodge

Land Use and Zoning

The Town of Archer Lodge is zoned primarily as Agricultural Residen al and Single Family Residen al. The proposed zoning map for the Town can be found in Figure 1.2. There are two isolated areas of manufactured homes as well as small areas of offi ces, ins tu onal buildings and community businesses.

The majority of development in the Town is zoned Residen al Agriculture which requires a 30,000 square foot minimum lot size. Residences within Archer Lodge are single-family detached homes and most are situated on a cul-de-sac subdivision street system. Single-family homes on larger lots can be found along the major rural roads. Housing density ranges from one to one and a half units per acre while lot sizes are typically between 30,000 and 46,000 square feet.

A 2,500 lot subdivision is proposed fi ve miles from the center of Archer Lodge. This will further increase the pressure on the Town to provide services for the many residents living outside the town limits.

111.29 acres of restricted open space within the Town limits have been set aside in order to meet open space requirements within subdivisions.

Commercial developments include two large parcels which house the C.E. Barnes General Store and Boyle es’ Loop Road Mini Storage as well as

Chapter 1: Exis ng Condi ons 3 numerous smaller businesses sca ered throughout the Town. Land that has been developed for ins tu onal and governmental uses as well as u li es includes the Community Center, public schools, churches, cemeteries, and government buildings. The only industrial property within the Town limits is owned by Sand Rock LLC on Cecil Road.

41% of the Town’s land is developed. The breakdown of land uses on developed land is as follows:

Land Use: Percent of Total Acreage

Agriculture/Forest

Residen al

Restricted Open Space

Ins tu onal/Governmental/U li es

Commercial

Industrial

Source: Archer Lodge 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Figure 1.2 Town of Archer Lodge Zoning Map - Not to Scale

Chapter 1: Exis ng Condi ons 4 Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan

The Archer Lodge 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan was recommended to the Planning Board on October 14, 2014. The Vision Statement of the Plan is:

“Today and into the future the Town of Archer Lodge, will be a peaceful, family oriented, acƟ ve community that looks to retain our small-town, agricultural character, meeƟ ng the needs of our current and future residents and businesses.”

The primary goal of the 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan is to encourage mixed-use development that is compa ble with the small town character of Archer Lodge. The following land use principles are stated as a means of accomplishing this goal:

- Provide a high level of recrea onal facili es, services and programs - Support a vibrant downtown with a village mo f - Enhance the workforce by crea ng and retaining jobs

Establishing a Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan and increasing parks and recrea on facili es will fulfi ll two of these three land use principles.

The 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan makes several other recommenda ons to improve recrea onal opportuni es in Archer Lodge. It outlines goals such as off ering diverse and con nually improving leisure and recrea onal opportuni es for all ci zens and recommends crea ng and alloca ng an annual budget to contribute to a Town recrea onal capital improvement fund. The Plan also encourages ac ve and passive open space connec vity as well as a fee for developers of subdivisions in lieu of open space provision or dedica on.

Open space requirements for all major subdivision residen al developments can be found in the Town’s Subdivision Ordinance. Open space or recrea on areas to suit residents’ common ac ve or passive recrea onal uses are required or the developer must pay a fee to the Town. The fee, specifi ed in the Town’s annual schedule of fees, is mul plied by the number of dwelling units in the subdivision. Any payment made in lieu of fulfi lling open space requirements shall be used by the Town solely for the acquisi on or development of open space, park sites or other recrea onal facili es to serve residents of Archer Lodge.

The Ordinance states that the open space or recrea onal area shall be at least 15 percent of the total gross land area of the development. A reduc on in the minimum required acreage may be allowed if ameni es are proposed but must be approved by the planning board. Addi onally, if the open space will be less than two acres, the planning board shall determine if a fee is required.

Unless otherwise approved by the planning board, required open space within subdivisions shall be con guous and should be located as to border exis ng

Chapter 1: Exis ng Condi ons 5 open space or adjacent developments whenever possible. The Ordinance also states that all open space must be pedestrian accessible.

Any wetlands, riparian or stream buff er areas or overhead u lity easements located within major subdivisions must be designated as common open space but do not count towards the amount of required open space. This is benefi cial to the Town, as these areas o en make good loca ons for greenways. These requirements should allow for the establishment of greenway connec ons throughout Archer Lodge. As the Town develops, these connec ons can and should be expanded outward to reach regional recrea onal resources.

Town History

Archer Lodge may be North Carolina’s newest incorporated town but the community has been in existence for over 150 years. A Masonic Lodge, Archer No. 157, was established in 1854 in what was then called Creachville. The Lodge was adjacent to the current loca on of the C.E. Barnes Grocery at the Town’s main intersec on. Burned by Union troops during the Civil War, a duplicate charter for the Lodge was issued with the new designa on of Archer Lodge No. 165. While the mee ng place for the Lodge was moved to the Corinth-Holders community, the name stuck.

Archer Lodge prides itself on being a fun, family-oriented community. A mul tude of community events, many of which occur annually, help raise money for town clean-ups and work at the Archer Lodge Community Center.

Cultural and Historical Resources

Archer Lodge Middle School is the only school within the town limits. East Clayton Elementary, River Dell Elementary, Riverwood Elementary and Middle Schools, and Corinth-Holders Elementary and High Schools are located outside of the town limits but within the limits of Wilders Township.

Three churches exist within the town limits: White Oak Bap st Church, Clayton Community Church, and The Dwelling Place. There are many other churches within the Township including Clyde’s Chapel Bap st Church, Salem Church and Pineville Church. The building that currently houses the White Oak Bap st Church was dedicated in 1959, one hundred years a er the founding of the original church. Originally called Archer Lodge Bap st Church, the congrega on met at the Masonic Lodge for its fi rst 23 years.

The Town is home to two old county stores, David Paces Grocery, which resembles an old-fashioned general store and C.E. Barnes Grocery, which has been in opera on by the same family for over 150 years.

Addi onally, the Archer Lodge Community Center hosts many community events as well as Boy Scout and Cub Scout troops.

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Regional Transportation

Interstates I-95 and I-40 are easily accessible from NC Highway 42, which is just south of Archer Lodge. The Town is also in close proximity to US Highways 64 and 70. Residents can travel to the Raleigh area in thirty minutes via Highway 64 or Faye eville in an hour and ten minutes via I-95. These routes are shown in Figure 1.3, Regional Transporta on Map.

Community Health

According to Johnston County’s 2013 State of the County Health Report, the leading cause of death in the County is heart disease. The report places obesity at the top of the Priority Health Issues list.

Johnston County ranked 39th out of 100 North Carolina coun es in overall health factors (countyhealthrankings.com). Health factors include health behaviors, clinical care, social and economic factors and physical environment.

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Figure 1.3 Regional TransportaƟ on Map - Not to Scale

Chapter 1: Exis ng Condi ons 7 In the health behaviors category, however, the County ranked 76th. Health behaviors include tobacco and alcohol use and diet and exercise. Diet and exercise is fi gured by evalua ng adult obesity, access to healthy food, physical inac vity and access to exercise opportuni es.

71.6 percent of adults were overweight or obese in Johnston County in 2011, compared to 65.1 percent in North Carolina (2013 State of the County Health Report). Ac on items to address obesity in the County include increasing the availability of Farmers Markets and access to healthy food while increasing opportuni es for exercise. A new Farmers Market is set to open in the spring of 2015.

Chapter 1: Exis ng Condi ons 8 2NATURAL RESOURCES Geography

Johnston County straddles the fall line between the Coastal Plain and the Piedmont Plateau of North Carolina. The northwestern por on of the county, which includes the Town of Archer Lodge, lies in the Piedmont, characterized by gently rolling hills. At the fall line, the land transi ons to the more gradually sloping, sandy soil of the Coastal Plain. See Figure 2.1, North Carolina Physiographic Map

Climate

The humid subtropical climate of this region is ideal for outdoor recrea onal ac vi es. The area is known for rela vely high temperatures and evenly distributed precipita on year round. Summers can be we er due to more frequent thunderstorms. From July to September, the Archer Lodge area receives an average of fi ve inches of precipita on per month (46.43 inches per year). Even during drier months, the area receives an average of more than three inches per month. The average daily minimum temperature in January for the Archer Lodge area is 28 degrees Fahrenheit (F). The average daily maximum temperature in July is 89 degrees F. The annual average maximum temperature is 71.4 degrees F. The annual minimum temperature is 47.9 degrees F. The prevailing summer winds come from the south and southwest while prevailing winter winds come from the north and northeast. The average annual snowfall for the area is three inches.

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Legend = Town of Archer Lodge Figure 2.1 North Carolina Physiographic Map - Not to Scale

Chapter 2: Natural Resources 9 Topography

Because Johnston County is located par ally in the Piedmont and par ally in the Coastal Plain, eleva ons vary greatly from the southeast to the northwest. Topography for the area around Archer Lodge is shown in Figure 2.2. Eleva ons range from 31 feet along the Neuse River to 120 feet at the highest point. See Figure 2.3, Eleva on Map. The Town is located in a fairly fl at area with only slight varia ons in slope, making it ideal for recrea onal development.

Figure 2.4, Slope Analysis Map, shows zero to six percent slopes as shades of green. Generally, these areas were once used or are currently used for agriculture. These gentle slopes are most suitable for development. Moderate slopes of six to ten percent are shown as shades of yellow. Development in these areas may be limited due to poten al soil erosion. Steep slopes, greater than ten percent, are shown in shades of red and generally occur along streams. Development in these areas should be avoided. The data for the slope analysis is based on Light Detec on and Ranging (LIDAR). Site specifi c topographic surveys should be conducted prior to any design implementa on.

Legend = City Limits = Major Roads = 5’ Contours = Water

Figure 2.2 Topographic Map - 1” = 5,000 feet 5,000 2,500 0 5,000

Chapter 2: Natural Resources Scale: 1” = 5,000 feet 10 Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan

Legend Eleva ons: High

Low = City Limits = Major Roads = 5’ Contours = Water

Figure 2.3 ElevaƟ on Map - Not to Scale

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Figure 2.4 Slope Analysis Map - Not to Scale

Chapter 2: Natural Resources 11 Soils

Johnston County contains 57 diff erent soil classifi ca ons. The primary soil types found within the Town of Archer Lodge are the Norfolk series, Cecil series, and Wedowee series.

The Norfolk series (NoA) is a loamy sand soil typically found on zero to one percent slopes. It is suitable for most urban and recrea onal uses but may be limited by wetness in the lower part of the subsoil and its moderate permeability.

Legend The Cecil series (CeB) is a cecil loam soil found on slopes of two to six percent. It is also suitable for most urban and recrea onal uses. However, the clayey = Archer Lodge subsoil could aff ect some types of sanitary facili es and shallow excava ons. 1 = Norfolk-Goldsboro-Rains The Wedowee series (WoB) is a sandy loam typically found on slopes of two 2 = Wagram-Blanton-Bonneau to eight percent. It is suitable for most urban and recrea onal uses although 5 = Cecil-Pacolet-Nason some urban uses may be limited by its moderate shrink-swell poten al. 6 = Wedowee Addi onally, its moderate permeability may be a limita on for sep c tank absorp on fi elds. 7 = Wehadkee-Bibb-Chewacla All three soil types are suitable for recrea on with few limita ons that would Johnston County Soil Map - Not to Scale aff ect use and management. The following chart shows how each is suited to Source: Johnston County General Soil diff erent types of recrea onal development: Map, U.S. Department of Agriculture: Soil Conserva on Service Camp Areas Picnic Areas Playgrounds Paths and Trails Cecil Series moderate: (CeB) slight slight slope slight Norfolk Series (NoA) slight slight slight slight Wedowee moderate: Series (WoB) slight slight slope slight Slight: Soil proper es are generally favorable for the specifi ed use. Any limita ons are minor and are easy to overcome.

Moderate: Any limita ons can be alleviated or overcome with proper design and planning or through special maintenance.

Sources: Soil Survey of Johnston County, North Carolina, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Soil Conserva on Service, October 1994 (pages 123-125); 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the Town of Archer Lodge

Hydrology

All but a small part of Johnston County is located in the Neuse River Basin. The Neuse River Basin is home to 3,880 miles of streams and rivers and 74 municipali es, including the Town of Archer Lodge.

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Archer Lodge is located within subbasin number 6, which also includes the Town of Wendell and most of Zebulon. The subbasin is made up of the Li le River and Buff alo Creek watersheds. The Town of Archer Lodge is part of the Buff alo Creek Watershed. A hydrological map is shown in Figure 2.5.

A small part of the southwestern por on of the Town is classifi ed as a Water Supply Watershed (WS-IV NSW) area. A WS-IV Watershed is defi ned as “waters used as sources of water supply for drinking, culinary, or food processing purposes for those users where a more protec ve WS-I or WS-II classifi ca on is not feasible.” The State requires municipali es to implement development controls within any watershed designated to serve as a public water supply.

Hydrology can be a limi ng factor for ac ve recrea on development due to restric ons, required buff ers and buff er regula on. However, streams and rivers can provide beau ful greenway routes and connec ons.

Legend = City Limits = Major Roads = 5’ Contours = Water = Floodplain

Figure 2.5 Hydrology Map - 1” = 5,000 feet 5,000 2,500 0 5,000

Scale: 1” = 5,000 feet

Chapter 2: Natural Resources 13 Land Cover

59 percent of the land within the Town of Archer Lodge is used for agriculture or is forested. The remaining 41 percent is developed. The distribu on of cleared land, forests, marshland, and water can be seen in Figure 2.6, Land Cover Map.

Flora and Fauna

Dry coniferous woodlands including hardwood tree species such as oak, hickory, sweetgum, and red maple can be found in and around Archer Lodge. Early succession forests and pine stands can also be found around the many agricultural fi elds and pastures in the area. Floodplain forests include sycamore, river birch, and tulip poplar species. Various bird species, bats, squirrels, rabbits, snakes and raccoons can be found in the area. Larger mammals include foxes, coyotes, and white-tail deer.

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5,000 2,500 0 5,000 Figure 2.6 Land Cover Map - 1” = 5,000 feet

Scale: 1” = 5,000 feet Chapter 2: Natural Resources 14 3ANALYSIS OF EXISTING PARKS & RECREATION FACILITIES Existing Facilities and Programs

The Town of Archer Lodge does not currently off er any recrea onal ac vi es or athle c programs. These services are off ered by the non-profi t Archer Lodge Community Center, Inc. located at 14009 Buff alo Road.

The Community Center off ers an amphitheater, ball fi eld, basketball court, picnic shelter, playground, tennis court, and a third of a mile walking trail. Addi onally, the Community Center building may be rented for par es, reunions and other events.

There are limited recrea onal facili es available at select schools and churches in and around the Town. Located within the Town limits, the Archer Lodge Middle School off ers two baseball/so ball fi elds and a soccer fi eld. Archer Lodge Community Center Building

The Archer Lodge Community Center offers a coed soccer program during the spring and fall for children ages 4-13. They also offer the Archer Lodge Baseball League during the summer. T-ball, coach pitch, and kid pitch programs are offered for children ages 4-10.

Unfortunately, due to lack of facilities, these programs can only extend to children 13 years old and younger (10 and younger for baseball). According to the 2010 US Census, there are 342 children between the

Archer Lodge Middle School

Ball Field at the Archer Lodge Community Center

Archer Lodge Legend Community Center = Exis ng Parks and Recrea on Facili es

Figure 3.1 Map of ExisƟ ng Parks and RecreaƟ on FaciliƟ es Playground at the Archer Lodge Community Center

Chapter 3: Exis ng Facili es 15 ages of 10-14, the majority of whom are too old to play in the existing baseball league and some of whom are too old to play in the existing soccer program. There are 296 teenagers between the ages of 15-19 who are unable to participate in either program due to age (2010 US Census). For this reason, many Archer Lodge families must search for recreation programs outside of the Town. Furthermore, in families with more than one child, once the oldest child ages out, it is often easier to move the entire family to another program.

Special Events

The largest special event in Archer Lodge is the Annual Family Fun Day on July 4th. Ac vi es include a pig cook-off , 5K Road Race/Walk and a parade as well as food, music, and games. The day ends with a fi reworks show put on by the Fire Department.

The Town of Archer Lodge, along with the Community Center and White Oak Bap st Church, also off er an annual Christmas Parade. Following the parade is a celebra on including train rides, pictures with Santa, a tree ligh ng ceremony, music, and children’s ac vi es.

Set to open in the spring of 2015, the Archer Lodge Farmers Market will off er ZEBULON locally grown produce. A Holiday Homegrown + Homemade Market was held KNIGHTDALE in November 2014 to increase awareness and get town residents excited WENDELL about the future farmers market.

Johnston County Parks and Recreation

W A K E C O U N T Y Johnston County does not have a Parks and Recrea on Department. However, J O H N S T O N C O U N T Y ARCHER these services are off ered by departments in Benson, Clayton, Smithfi eld, LODGE Selma, and Kenly. The Johnston County Tourism Authority and the Sports Council have begun a Parks and Recrea on Master Plan for the County. The CLAYTON purpose of the Master Plan is to inventory exis ng parks and recrea on facili es and iden fy future needs of the County as it grows.

Legend A Live, Work, Play Analysis of the County and its 11 municipali es has already been conducted as a part of the Master Plan project. = Archer Lodge = Clayton Recreational Facilities and Programs Offered by Other = Knightdale Towns = Wendell Archer Lodge is in close proximity to many other small towns. Figure 3.2, = Zebulon Town Comparison Context Map, shows the loca on of four towns in rela on to Archer Lodge. A comparison has been made to the parks and recrea onal Figure 3.2 Town Comparison facili es and programs off ered in Wendell, Clayton, Knightdale, and Zebulon. Context Map See Figure 3.3, Recrea onal Facili es Comparison.

Chapter 3: Exis ng Facili es 16 Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan

Clayton Knightdale Wendell Zebulon Archer Lodge Incorporated 1869 1927 1903 1907 2009 Popula on 17,694 13,291 6,135 4,597 4,516 Area 13.51 square miles 6.21 square miles 5.20 square miles 4.23 square miles 10.24 square miles Parks & Rec. Department? Yes Yes Yes Yes No Parks & Rec. Yes Yes Yes No Yes Master Plan? (Updated 2013) (2010) (2010) January 2015 Parks & Rec. •Clayton •Knightdale Sta on •Wendell Park and •Zebulon •Archer Lodge Facili es Community •Harper Park Community Community Park Community Center •Environmental Center •Whitley Park Center* •Community Park Park •J. Ashley Wall •Li le River Park •East Clayton •Community Park Towne Square •Gill Street Park Community Park •Mingo Creek Park •Lake Myra School •Zebulon •East Clayton Dog •Knightdale Fields Elementary School Park Recrea on Center •(6) addi onal Park •Municipal Park •Knightdale facili es •Wakelon School •Legend Park Community Pool maintained in Park •All Star Park & Clubhouse conjunc on with •Zebulon *operated by a non- •The Clayton Wake County Community Center profi t en ty, not the Center Public Schools Town Adult Athle c •Men’s So ball •Men’s So ball •Church So ball n/a n/a Programs •Coed Soccer •Coed So ball •Coed So ball •Tennis •Coed Kickball •Coed Volleyball •Men’s Basketball •Ul mate Frisbee •Soccer •Flag Football Youth •Baseball (ages •Baseball •T-Ball (ages 3-4) •T-Ball (ages 4-6) •T-Ball (ages 4-6) Athle c 7-17) (ages 7-17) •Coach Pitch (5-6) •Baseball (7-14) •Baseball (7-12) Programs •So ball (7-17) •So ball (7-15) •Baseball (7-14) •So ball (7-15) •Soccer (4-13) •T-Ball (5-6) •Coed Baseball •So ball (7-12) •Coed Soccer (4-7) (4-6) •Girls Volleyball •Girls Volleyball •Basketball (5-17) (7-14) *operated by a non- (9-14) •Basketball (3-17) profi t en ty, not the •Basketball (7-18) Town Other Parks •A erschool •A erschool and •Select classes •Adult fi tness n/a & Rec. programs and summer camps •Summer camps classes Programs camps •Various classes •Wendell Running •School’s Out •Art classes and programs Club ac vi es •Fitness/dance •Senior ac vi es classes •Summer camps •Senior programs •Youth fi tness •Specialty classes and gymnas cs and workshops programs

Chapter 3: Exis ng Facili es 17 Clayton Knightdale Wendell Zebulon Archer Lodge Greenways •Sam’s Branch •Mingo Creek Trail •Hugh T. Moody •Zebulon •AL Community and Trails Greenway (1.25 (3.5 miles) Nature Trail (2 Community Park Center Walking miles) •Knighdale miles) Walking Trails (n/a) Trail (.33 miles) •Clayton River Environmental •Zebulon Walk on the Park Trail (n/a) Elementary School Neuse (4 miles) •Knightdale Sta on Park Walking Path Trails (1.32 miles) (n/a) *operated by a non- •Community Park profi t en ty, not the Trails (n/a) Town Regional •North Carolina •Neuse River n/a n/a n/a Connec ons Mountains-to-Sea Greenway Trail Trail •East Coast Greenway

Figure 3.3 RecreaƟ onal FaciliƟ es Comparison

Regional ConnecƟ ons

There are many recrea onal resources nearby that could serve the residents of Archer Lodge if connected via greenways or other trails. Regional trails include the Neuse River Trail, the North Carolina Mountains-to-Sea Trail and Wake County greenways. Other recrea onal resources include:

• East Clayton Community Park • Clayton River Walk • Legend Park (Clayton) • Municipal Park (Clayton) • Wendell Park • Corinth Holders High School (Wendell) • Wake County Parks and Open Space (Future Lake Myra County Park and Turnipseed Nature Preserve) • Deep River Brewing (Clayton - part of the Johnston County Beer, Wine and Shine Trail)

These poten al regional connec ons as well as exis ng and proposed recrea on facili es in the Town of Archer Lodge are shown in Figure 3.4, Regional Connec ons Map.

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Creek Future = Wake County Open Turnipseed Lake Space Poplar Nature W A K E C O WendellU N T Y Preserve = Wake County Exis ng Neuse River and Proposed Corinth Holders Archer Lodge High School Greenways Community Center = Proposed NC Mountains-to-Sea Trail Creek and Spurs Bu

Marks ff alo = Clayton River Walk J O H N S T O N C O U N T Y Creek ARCHER = East Coast Greenway LODGE = Clayton Parks = Wendell Parks Legend Park = Wendell Proposed Municipal Park Greenways Deep River Brewing 42 = Proposed On Road Bike/Ped Facili es

CLAYTON East Clayton = Knightdale Parks 42 Community Park = Zebulon Parks Neuse = Other Recrea onal Paddle River Resources Trail = Water

Figure 3.4 Regional ConnecƟ ons Map - Not to Scale

Chapter 3: Exis ng Facili es 19 Chapter 3: Exis ng Facili es 20 RECREATION STANDARDS AND COMMUNITY NEEDS 4ASSESSMENT Introduction

Several methods were used to determine the recrea onal needs of the Archer Lodge community. Na onal recrea on standards and recrea on trends as well as methods specifi c to the Town, such as a Parks and Recrea on Survey and public mee ng were u lized. The results of the assessment showed a great desire and need for more ball fi elds. The Town is also in need of addi onal trail mileage, picnic shelters and playgrounds.

National Survey on Recreation and the Environment

The Na onal Survey on Recrea on and the Environment (NSRE), originally the Na onal Recrea on Survey (NRS), was created in 1960 by the Outdoor Recrea on Resources Review Commission (ORRRC). The NSRE is an in-the- home survey of par cipa on in outdoor recrea on in the United States. It is currently conducted by phone. Of the 90,000 Americans surveyed between 2002 and 2007, approximately 3,000 were North Carolinians.

Recreation Trends and Projections

According to the Na onal Survey on Recrea on and the Environment (NSRE), the most popular outdoor recrea on ac vi es among North Carolina residents are:

1. Walking for pleasure (82%) 2. Family gathering (74.6%) 3. Gardening or landscaping (65.4%) 4. Driving for pleasure (58.2%) 5. View/photo natural scenery (57%) 6. Visit nature centers (52.9%) 7. Sightseeing (52.9%) 8. Picnicking (50%) 9. A end sports event (48.6%) 10. Visit a beach (44.2%) 11. Visit historic sites (43.1%) 12. View/photo wildlife (43%)

Needs Assessment

According to the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the most commonly accepted standard for park acreage is 10 acres of parkland per 1,000 population. Based on the 2013 US Census population of 4,516, Archer Lodge needs about 45 acres of parkland to support its residents. Figure 4.1, NRPA Areas and Facilities Standards, lists the recommendations of the NRPA for selected recreational facilities in relation to population. The standards have then been compared to the facilities in Archer Lodge given the current service area population of 18,083 as well as the projected 2030 population. Chapter 4: Recrea on Standards and Community Needs Assessment 21 AcƟ vity Standard/ Currently Current Needed by 2030 Standard PopulaƟ on needed by Standard Met? Archer Lodge in Met? Archer Lodge 2030 Baseball (adult and high school) 1 fi eld/10,000 2 fi elds No 3 fi elds No Baseball (youth) 1 fi eld/6,000 3 fi elds No 4 fi elds No Basketball (outdoor) 1 court/2,000 9 courts No 12 courts No Football fi eld 1 fi eld/10,000 2 fi elds No 3 fi elds No Picnic shelters 1 shelter/2,000 9 shelters No 12 shelters No Playgrounds 1 play- 9 playgrounds No 12 playgrounds No ground/2,000 Soccer fi elds 1 fi eld/4,000 5 fi elds No 6 fi elds No So ball fi elds (adult) 1 fi eld/3,000 6 fi elds No 8 fi elds No So ball fi elds 1 fi eld/5,000 4 fi elds No 5 fi elds No (youth) Trail, exercise 1 mile/7,500 2.5 miles No 3 miles No Trail, jogging 1 mile/2,000 9 miles No 11.25 miles No Trail, nature 1 mile/2,500 7.25 miles No 9.0 miles No Figure 4.1 NRPA Areas and FaciliƟ es Standards

RecreaƟ onal Demand in Johnston County

The Johnston County Live, Work, Play Analysis determined composite areas of recrea onal demand based on overlays of where people live, work, play, and a end school in the County. The image to the le depicts Johnston County’s perceived recrea onal demand around the Town of Archer Lodge.

Public Input

Public input methods were also u lized to assess recrea onal needs in the Archer Lodge community. These methods include a Parks and Recrea on Survey and a public mee ng, conducted on December 2, 2014. Demand Concentra on: Parks and Recreation Survey Low High Composite recrea onal demand A Parks and Recrea on Survey was prepared in order to evaluate the determined by Johnston County’s Live, recrea onal needs and desires of the residents of Archer Lodge. The online Work, Play Analysis - Not to Scale survey, which opened on October 4, 2014, ran for six weeks. Links to the survey were posted on the Town’s website and Facebook page and sent via email by the Town. A total of 216 people responded to the survey.

Fi y-six percent of survey respondents live within Archer Lodge and the majority of these residents have lived in the Town for at least three years. 53

Chapter 4: Recrea on Standards and Community Needs Assessment 22 Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan percent of respondent households include a child fi ve years old or younger. Top 5 Ac ve Recrea on Ac vi es: 48% of households include a child between the ages of six and ten while 42% include a child between 11-20 years of age. 1. Fitness Trail 2. Swimming Top reasons for par cipa ng in recrea on were to have fun, to be outdoors, 3. Baseball for exercise or physical fi tness, and to be with friends/family. The top fi ve ac ve and passive recrea on ac vi es in which respondents were interested 4. Basketball are listed in the tables to the le . 5. Soccer

When asked about barriers to their par cipa on in recrea on programs and use of facili es, 45% of respondents stated that they were unaware of what Top 5 Passive Recrea on Ac vi es: programs and facili es were off ered. 20% indicated a lack of facili es and 19% 1. Walking cited lack of restrooms. 12% believed exis ng facili es and programs to 2. Outdoor Concerts be overcrowded. 3. Visi ng Historic Sites The top fi ve ini a ves that respondents believe should be priori zed are as 4. Wildlife Observa on follows: 5. Playing on a Playground 1. Develop ac ve recrea on opportuni es (ball fi elds, soccer, etc.) 2. Develop indoor recrea on facili es (recrea on center, gyms, pools, etc.) 3. Develop non-motorized trails for walking and biking that connect schools, parks, neighborhoods, and other facili es 4. Develop passive recrea on opportuni es (hiking, picnicking, etc.) 5. Acquire land for recrea on

Finally, the survey demonstrated support of greater recrea onal opportuni es for the Town of Archer Lodge. Sixty-one percent of respondents indicated that they would be willing to pay higher fees for more and/or improved recrea onal facili es while 56% are willing to volunteer to support a Town event, ac vity, or program.

Public Meeting

The Public Input Mee ng was held on the evening of December 2, 2014 at the Archer Lodge Town Hall. One main goal of the Public Input Mee ng was to introduce the Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan for Archer Lodge to the community. Fi een residents a ended the mee ng as well as the Town Mayor, four Town Council members, the Town Manager, Planning Administrator, and the Town Clerk. The following topics were presented:

• Benefi ts of Parks and Recrea on • Exis ng Town condi ons, recrea onal facili es, and programs • Other recrea onal facili es and programs within the region

Chapter 4: Recrea on Standards and Community Needs Assessment 23 • Results of the Parks and Recrea on Survey for Archer Lodge • An assessment of recrea on needs in the Town • Recommenda ons and next steps

A endees were encouraged to ask ques ons and provide input, both vocally and/or through comment cards.

The most important points from the discussion that followed are:

1. Archer Lodge is greatly aff ected by the numerous subdivisions located outside of the town limits. The current popula on of the Town (4,516 according to the 2013 US Census) is much smaller than the popula on for which we need to plan. The Archer Lodge Fire District, which currently serves about 9,000, was suggested as a more accurate popula on count. The County does not currently off er any recrea onal ameni es for these addi onal residents.

2. The Town lacks the recrea onal facili es to serve its en re popula on. There is a great need for more ball fi elds. The Town would also like to off er other sports but all recrea onal facili es are currently booked between the Soccer Program during the spring and fall and the Baseball League in the summer.

3. Currently, the Archer Lodge Soccer Program accepts children ages 4-13 and the Baseball League can only accommodate children ages 4-12. Once Archer Lodge children are too old for these leagues, they are faced with qui ng or fi nding somewhere else to play, o en

Public input mee ng about the Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan held on December 2, 2014

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going to the recrea on programs off ered by other towns. Furthermore, when families have more than one child, it is easier to move the en re family to another program when the oldest child becomes too old to play in Archer Lodge.

4. There is a need for more parking, concessions and restrooms. Because en re families come to watch games, ameni es are needed for players as well as spectators.

The mee ng agenda and detailed minutes can be found in Appendix A, Public Mee ng Minutes. Currently Underserved Areas

Based on the needs assessment using the Na onal Recrea on and Parks Associa on (NRPA) Standards, all of Archer Lodge is currently underserved. Public input revealed that many residents u lize recrea on programs and facili es of other towns nearby. 48% of survey respondents indicated that they u lized churches, schools, health clubs, or other organiza ons for recrea on. Among those listed were: Town of Clayton, Clayton Li le League, Wendell Parks and Recrea on, Smithfi eld Aqua cs Center, and the Community Centers in Zebulon and Wendell. The limited facili es off ered by the Archer Lodge Community Center are not suffi cient to support the recrea on demands of the current popula on in the area, let alone the projected popula on given current growth trends.

Chapter 4: Recrea on Standards and Community Needs Assessment 25 Chapter 4: Recrea on Standards and Community Needs Assessment 26 5MASTER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS Introduction “Today and into the future the Town of Archer Lodge, will be a There is a great need for more parks, greenways and other recreational peaceful, family oriented, acƟ ve facilities in the Town of Archer Lodge. The purpose of this plan is to outline community that looks to retain goals and objectives to help the Town improve recreational opportunities our small-town, agricultural for residents, promote healthy living and fulfil the vision specified the character, meeƟ ng the needs of Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Archer Lodge is currently pursuing grant money to acquire land for the first town park. The proposed master plan our current and future residents for the park as well as overall action steps are presented in this chapter. and businesses.”

-Vision Statement of the 2030 Parks and Recreation Goals and Objectives Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the Town of Archer Lodge SEEK FUNDING

Due to the lack of existing parks and recreation facilities, seeking funding from federal, state and private sources is the first critical step to developing parks, greenways and other recreation facilities for current and future residents of Archer Lodge.

Many potential funding sources are described in Appendix D, Funding Opportunities and Creative Partnerships. Because land acquisition is the top priority in the development of parks and recreation facilities, the Town may seek private land donations. Seeking local business partners is also recommended. Participating companies benefit by improving the local quality of life, attracting more employees to the area and by becoming good neighbors to the community.

Because over 70 percent of Johnston County adults were found to be overweight or obese in 2011, Archer Lodge should consider funding sources that target public health. One example is the Safe Routes to School (SR2S) Program. The Program provides funding for projects aimed at creating safe and appealing environments for walking and biking. By reducing traffic, the Program improves quality of life for children and supports national health initiatives. Another reason this is a great potential funding source is the Town’s high percentage of families with children under the age of 18.

Additionally, the North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund provides funding specifically for renovating and building recreation areas.

ACQUIRE LAND

Population growth is leading to rapid development in and around Archer Lodge. With available land diminishing, it is essential for the Town to acquire land now in order to develop parks and recreation facilities in Archer Lodge. Based on the location of the existing Archer Lodge Community Center and subdivisions in and around the Town, park land should be acquired in each of the four quadrants shown in Figure 5.1, Map of Proposed Park Land Acquisition Areas.

Chapter 5: Master Plan Recommenda ons 27 5,000 2,500 0 5,000

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Based on the analysis of existing natural resources, Archer Lodge is well suited for park land and recreational activities. The soil is generally favorable for recreational development and uses. The topography is fairly flat and climate ideal for outdoor recreation.

Prioritization

Quadrants 3 and 4 on the west side of Archer Lodge are in closer proximity to the Town of Clayton and its recreational facilities and programs. For this reason, the eastern quadrants have been prioritized in regards to recreational needs. The land that the Town of Archer Lodge is currently trying to purchase for its first park is located in the northeast quadrant, making it the Town’s top priority, over Quadrant 2. While it is recommended to develop a park and/or other recreational facilities in Quadrant 4, it is the last priority because it has the least amount of pressure from subdivisions and other development.

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DEVELOP GREENWAYS TO PROMOTE WALKING AND BIKING

In order to support healthy lifestyles for all residents, the Town should develop greenways and trails as a network. Connecting locations throughout the Town will allow for walking and biking to serve as modes of transportation as well as exercise. Due to a lack of sidewalks on many rural roads, Town residents are currently very dependent on cars. People may choose to walk or bike to nearby destinations if provided with safe pathways to do so. Participation in state campaigns such as “Watch for Me NC” and “Active Routes to Schools” can increase public awareness about bicycle and pedestrian safety.

Fitness and walking trails become even more beneficial when they serve as connectors. The Town of Archer Lodge should strive to connect parks and recreational facilities to the residential areas that house park users. Enabling people to reach parks and recreation facilities on foot or by bike could decrease the number of vehicles on these sites. It will also improve community health and allow residents to spend less time in their cars.

The Open Space requirement outlined in the Town’s Subdivision Ordinance is a wonderful step in promoting connectivity within the Town and the region. As new subdivisions are developed, open space will be set aside and, whenever possible, will be located adjacently to other open areas. This creates the potential for an intricate network of open space and greenways within the Town, which can then be connected to the larger regional network. See Figure 5.2 for proposed corridors within the town limits.

The Town of Archer Lodge is in close proximity to many regional recreation resources. The Town should seek connections with neighboring communities such as Clayton, Wendell, Knightdale and Zebulon via greenways, sidewalks and trails. Nearby constructed and planned greenways include the Neuse River Trail, the North Carolina Mountains- to-Sea Trail, the East Coast Trail and numerous Wake County greenways. See Figure 5.3, Potential Regional Connections Map.

Potential Regional Connections

Route A - If the Town were to construct greenways or trails from the center of town to the Northeast, residents could easily access Buffalo Creek as well as the intricate network of proposed greenways and bike paths around the Town of Wendell. If the route followed Wendell Road to Wall Road, as pictured in Figure 5.2, it would also incorporate the proposed Archer Lodge Town Park. The potential for a trail spur to Corinth Holders High School could be explored.

Route B - Buffalo Creek is another potential greenway corridor. This route could potentially offer further connections to Smithfield and Selma to the south and connect with Wendell and Wake County Open Space properties to the North.

Chapter 5: Master Plan Recommenda ons 29 Route C - Residents could travel east along Covered Bridge Road to tie into a greenway along Buffalo Creek

Route D - This potential corridor offers access to the Clayton River Walk/ Neuse River Trail which is a part of the North Carolina Mountains-to- Sea Trail, and the East Coast Greenway. This route would also create connections to parks and recreation facilities in the Town of Clayton.

Route E - Traveling west from the center of town to Medlin Road, Route E would allow residents to travel along Marks Creek and access future Wake County Open Spaces such as Lake Myra County Park and Turnipseed Nature Preserve as well as the Town of Clayton.

ORGANIZE A PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

The Town should seek to organize a Parks and Recreation Department to manage park land and recreational programs. Having an available staff to

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WENDELL = Roads Future = Wake County Open Lake Myra Space County Park B = Wake County Exis ng and Proposed Greenways

Creek Future = Proposed NC Turnipseed Lake Mountains-to-Sea Trail Poplar Nature Wendell Preserve and Spurs Neuse River Corinth Holders = Clayton River Walk Archer Lodge High School Community = East Coast Greenway Center E A = Clayton Parks W A K E Creek C O U N T Y

1 Bu = Wendell Parks u Marks ff 4 C alo = Wendell Proposed J O H N S T O N C O U N T Y 2 Creek Greenways 3 ARCHER = Proposed On Road Bike/Ped Facili es D LODGE = Knightdale Parks Legend Park Municipal Park = Zebulon Parks B Deep River Brewing = Other Recrea onal 42 Resources = Water CLAYTON East Clayton Community = Recommended 42 Park A-E Greenway/Trail Neuse Connectors Paddle River = Recommended Trail Park Land Acquisi on 1-4 Quadrants = Proposed Town Park Figure 5.3 PotenƟ al Regional ConnecƟ ons Map - Not to Scale

Chapter 5: Master Plan Recommenda ons 31 maintain and operate park facilities will become increasingly important as the Town continues to acquire new park property. Other towns in the area all have established parks and recreation departments.

CREATE A MARKETING PLAN

A marketing plan or “vision” is an effective way to create excitement about new parks and recreation facilities and programs that will be created through the use and implementation of this Master Plan. It is important to decide what new parks will look like and what they will mean to people in the community.

One of the most visible aspects of the vision for any parks and recreation department is a logo. The logo should be simple and elegant, easily recognizable and relate to the vision. After a logo design is accepted, it is advisable to obtain a trademark and copyright registration. The logo may be displayed on websites, signs, stationary, posters, streetscape banners, T-shirts, hats and many other locations. Working with a professional or volunteer graphic designer is recommended to achieve an appropriate and adaptable logo.

The Community Survey that was conducted for the 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan revealed that the small town atmosphere of Archer Lodge was one of the aspects residents like most about the Town. Another aspect residents enjoy is the Town’s proximity to metro areas. Incorporating small town charm into the vision of parks and recreation in Archer Lodge could attract visitors from nearby cities.

INCORPORATE WAYFINDING

It is important to include signs and other wayfinding devices in all parks and recreation facilities. Signs and other wayfinding devices should function as a system and be designed for the first time user. All signage, whether visual, audible or tactile, should be accessible to all park visitors. All signage should be designed with consistent and recognizable graphics and colors. Signs should take advantage of unique landmarks to facilitate navigation. Typical park signs should include rules and regulations, permitted and prohibited uses, wildlife protection policies and pet policies.

Other recreation signs may include distance markers on trails and safety/ informational signs. All park signage will use a uniform town wide font.

Interpretive signs can also serve to make the overall park experience more enjoyable. These types of signs contribute to and enhance the sense of place, and provide valuable site history and cultural context in an environmental and sustainable way. Interpretive signage can be provided through signs, art, paving, site amenities, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), downloadable podcasts, Quick Response (QR) codes and other technology.

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SEEK PARTNERSHIPS Q19: How do you fi nd out about rec- rea on programs and ac vi es you A great way to supplement parks and recreation facilities is to seek par cipate in? partnerships with local schools, private providers, businesses, the County, Websites 71% and adjacent parks and recreation departments. Joint-use agreements with schools can significantly increase the recreation From friends/neighbors 66% facilities accessible by a municipality. Another benefit may be shared maintenance duties and costs. Possible Johnston County School System Social Media 34% schools with which to partner include: Online newsle ers 13% Archer Lodge Middle School River Dell Elementary School Newspaper ar cles 19% The Town of Wendell’s Parks and Recreation Department has successfully Printed school fl yers 16% utilized joint-use agreements to significantly increase the number of recreational facilities available to town residents. The Parks and Recreation Ques on #19 from the Archer Lodge Parks Department independently manages three parks. However, six other and Recrea on Survey completed in the facilities are maintained jointly with the Wake County School System. fall of 2014 Joint-use agreements with schools could allow use of existing recreation facilities while the Town acquires land to build new parks and recreation

facilities. Wall Rd. Wall BUILD PUBLIC SUPPORT Archer Lodge Rd. Town Park: Covered Bridge Proposed Site Wendell Rd. Public support will be critical in attaining funding, acquiring land to Bu develop facilities and organizing a Parks and Recreation Department. The ff alo Rd. Town should make every effort to involve the community in all steps of the process. Many funding sources require proof of public input meetings, public support and adoption of comprehensive and site specific master plans. Additionally,

The Town should u lize preferred methods to adver se parks and recrea on Archer Lodge Town Park Context Map developments and programs. From the 2014 Parks and Recrea on Survey we (proposed park site) - Not to Scale know that the majority of Archer Lodge residents fi nd out about programs and ac vi es via websites and social media. The Town also has a slightly younger popula on than the state and a more educated popula on than Johnston County in general. Parks and recrea on informa on should be posted on the Town’s website as well as social media pages such as Facebook.

Priority 1: Archer Lodge Town Park

The Town is currently seeking funding through the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund (PARTF) to supplement the purchase of land at the intersec on of Wall and Wendell Roads. The context map to the right shows the proposed site for Archer Lodge Town Park. If successful in a aining the grant and purchasing the land, the Town will develop the site as its fi rst town park. The Town considered several proper es before selec ng this one as the preferred site. However, should the loca on of the site change, the overall design concept and essen al program elements are transferable.

Chapter 5: Master Plan Recommenda ons 33 The Town hired a consultant to prepare the Master Plan for the property. Program elements refl ect the needs and desires expressed by the community through the public mee ng and the parks and recrea on survey. Key elements include two ball fi elds, a mul -purpose fi eld, soccer and football fi elds, a playground, tennis and basketball courts, restrooms and concessions, parking and a shelter. Figure 5.3, Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan, shows the an cipated park design and program elements.

Action Steps

• Adopt the Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan • Acquire park land with town funds and grants • Develop parks, greenways, and other recrea onal facili es in phases to address urgent demands and seek connec vity with adjacent communi es • Establish poten al partnerships • Start a Parks and Recrea on Department with a Director • Formalize a marke ng plan or “vision” for parks and recrea on

Figure 5.3 Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan

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Summary

Based on the fi ndings outlined in previous chapters, there is a great need for parks and recrea on facili es in the Town of Archer Lodge. This need will con nue to grow as the area becomes more developed and populated. The Parks and Recrea on Survey indicated public support for the Master Plan and for the steps being taken to acquire land for the Town’s fi rst park. The Town will submit the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund (PARTF) grant applica on in January 2015. If successful in a aining the grant, the Town will move forward in purchasing the land for their fi rst park and developing recrea onal facili es on the site in the coming years.

The adop on of this plan and implementa on of Archer Lodge’s fi rst town park should create a catalyst for future development of parks and recrea on facili es and programs in the Town.

Chapter 5: Master Plan Recommenda ons 35 Chapter 5: Master Plan Recommenda ons 36 A APPENDIX A: PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES MeeƟ ng Agenda

Public Input Mee ng – Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan Archer Lodge Town Park

Archer Lodge Town Hall Council Chambers 14094 Buff alo Road Clayton, NC 27527

December 2, 2014 at 7:00pm

Agenda

I. Welcome and introduc ons – Mayor Mike Gordon

II. Presenta on on Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan – Susan Hatchell

a. Benefi ts of Parks and Recrea on b. Exis ng Town Condi ons c. Regional Recrea onal Facili es d. Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Currently Off ered by the Town e. Parks and Recrea on Survey f. Needs Assessment g. Recommenda ons h. Poten al Partnerships and Funding i. Next Steps

III. Public comments, ques ons, discussion

IV. Presenta on of Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan – Susan Hatchell

a. Project Background b. Site Loca on and Exis ng Condi ons c. Design Process d. Parks and Recrea on Survey e. Site Analysis and Goals f. Park Program g. Preliminary Master Plan h. PARTF Funding i. Next Steps

V. Public comments, ques ons, discussion

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-1 MeeƟ ng Minutes

December 2, 2014, 7:05-8:45pm

Archer Lodge Town Hall Council Chambers 14094 Buff alo Road Clayton, NC 27527

I. Welcome and Introduc ons – Archer Lodge Mayor Mike Gordon called the mee ng to order and thanked everyone for a ending. He then introduced Susan Hatchell, Landscape Architecture Consultant who introduced Jennifer Beedle, the regional consultant for the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund Grant and Rachel Wilson from Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC. Everyone in a endance was asked to sign the a endance sheet.

II. Presenta on on Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power point addressing the following:

a. Benefi ts of Parks and Recrea on b. Exis ng Town Condi ons c. Regional Recrea onal Facili es d. Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Currently Off ered by the Town e. Parks and Recrea on Survey f. Needs Assessment g. Recommenda ons h. Poten al Partnerships and Funding i. Next Steps

III. Public Comments, Ques ons, Discussion – The following are comments that were made following the presenta on:

o The town residents in a endance spoke about the impact on Archer Lodge from subdivisions outside the town limits. They suggested using the Fire District, which serves about 11,000, as a more accurate popula on count than the popula on within the town limits.

o They also discussed the lack of baseball and so ball fi elds and the resul ng issue of the players aging out at 13. Because Archer Lodge lacks the recrea onal facili es to serve its en re popula on, the town residents u lize recrea on programs of nearby Clayton and Wendell as well as Corinth Holders High School.

o Other points from the discussion included:

• Siblings-once one child in a family ages out, the en re family usually moves to another recrea on program • Johnston Co. School System is great-one of the best in N.C. 800-900 new kids/year • The town would like to off er other sports (golf, for example) but the only recrea onal facili es are used for baseball and soccer, leaving only three weeks open

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-2 • Clayton had a full lacrosse program a er only one year • Knightdale has a popular adult kickball league but there is not space to do this in AL • AL does not have suffi cient space for youth recrea on, none for older children or adults • En re families come to watch games. (Providing recrea on for spectators as well) • Need for parking, concessions, restrooms • Most residents live outside of town limits but the county does not currently off er any recrea on for them • NFL Fields for Tomorrow could be an op on to fund mul -purpose fi elds (must include football) • Should people who live outside of town limits pay more to play here? (Do people from AL pay more to play in Clayton, Wendell, etc?) • Concern about partnering with schools due to high rental fees and limited availability of facili es • Knightdale recently built 4 new fi elds through a new agreement with the school system (the school system and city shared the construc on costs) • Forrestville Elementary is another shared facility • New cultural philosophy needed with the school board

IV. Presenta on of Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power point addressing the following:

a. Project Background b. Site Loca on and Exis ng Condi ons – The project site, adjacent to the Archer Lodge Middle School, is one of a few proper es that the Town is considering. c. Design Process d. Parks and Recrea on Survey e. Site Analysis and Goals f. Park Program g. Preliminary Master Plan h. PARTF Funding i. Next Steps

V. Public comments, ques ons, discussion – The following are comments that were made following the presenta on: o Following the presenta on, the a endees spoke about their concerns related to site selec on and the schema c design. They suggested decreasing the number of ball fi elds in order to incorporate one large enough for older children (junior high and high school). A temporary fence could be used on the fi eld so that it could s ll be used by younger children as well. Field space is the greatest priority. They wanted to ensure that the t-ball fi eld was large enough to host other games. o The possibility of hos ng tournaments, which would generate revenue, was also discussed. There was a desire to facilitate everybody. Residents want ball fi elds that can host t-ball up to middle school students and high school students as well as soccer fi elds. o Other points from the discussion included:

• A 300’+ fi eld would be needed for middle school and high school students, but they have

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-3 their own fi elds • Could fi shing be incorporated within the wet area? Is the stream there a blue line stream? • Lack of expansion possibili es of the site • “Wet” area is not that wet. An accessible path and biking are s ll op ons. Perhaps build a wooden bridge • Long-term cost-analysis of fi eld turf vs. grass • Insuffi cient parking. If games are running back-to-back, people generally show up for the later game before people from the earlier game have le • Town has been approached by travel teams willing to pay $2,000/month to rent fi elds • Concern about only one building for restrooms and concessions. What if an event was occurring only on the far side of the site? • Sewer line from the school building could be an advantage (vs. sep c tanks elsewhere) • Business opportuni es: • Donate to name ball fi elds • Ad space along the ou ield fences

In conclusion, there is a great need for more recrea onal facili es and it will take many years and many dollars to fulfi ll it. This project is a good start for Archer Lodge’s fi rst park.

Mee ng minutes submi ed by Rachel Wilson, 12/8/2014

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-4

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-5 B APPENDIX B: PARKS AND RECREATION SURVEY Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey

Please take a moment to respond to the following questions. This survey will help the Town of Archer Lodge gain valuable public feedback about parks and recreation facilities and programs.

Your opinion is greatly valued!

1. Are you a resident of the Town of Archer Lodge?

 Yes

 No

Please fill in your zip code

2. How many years have you lived in Archer Lodge?

 0-2 years

 3-10 years

 10 or more years

 I don't live in Archer Lodge

3. For each individual in your household, please indicate age and gender.

Age Gender

Individual #1  

Individual #2  

Individual #3  

Individual #4  

Individual #5  

Individual #6  

Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-1 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 4. Have you or your family participated in any parks and recreation programs in the last 12 months?

 Yes

 No

If yes, please list:





5. Please indicate the number of visits by you or your family to the following parks or recreational facilities within the past 12 months: Have never visited Visit occasionally Visit very often Archer Lodge Community    Center

E. Clayton Community Park   

Legend Park   

Municipal Park   

Flower Hill Nature Preserve   

Other (please specify)

6. Which park or recreational facility is closest to your home?

 Archer Lodge Community Center

 E. Clayton Community Park

 Legend Park

 Municipal Park

 Flower Hill Nature Preserve

 I don't know

Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-2 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 7. For the most recent visit by anyone in your household to any park or recreational facility, how did he/she getthere?

 Arrived by car

 Walked

 Biked

 Have not visited any parks or recreational facilities

 Other (please specify)

8. In a typical week, how many days do you exercise?

 I don't exercise often

 Once a week

 2 to 4 days a week

 5 to 7 days a week

Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-3 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 9. Please rate your interest in the active athletic activities listed below: Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Mountain Biking   

Lacrosse   

Ropes course   

Inline hockey   

Rollerblading   

Skateboarding   

Volleyball   

Disc Golf   

Soccer   

Tennis   

Swimming   

Running/Jogging   

Track and field   

Softball   

Cheerleading   

Kickball   

Cycling/Biking   

T-ball   

Baseball   

Aerobics   

Football   

Fitness trail   

Archery   

Basketball   

Other active activities you are interested in:





Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-4 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 10. Please rate your interest in the passive activities listed below: Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Gardening   

Walking on interpretive    trails

Picnicking   

Playing on a playground   

Visiting historic sites   

Walking   

Wildlife observation   

Nature study   

Bird watching   

Fishing   

Frisbee   

Canoeing   

Outdoor concerts   

Photography   

Yoga/Pilates   

People watching   

Stargazing   

Attending family reunions   

Visiting a dog park   

Playing in a water play    fountain

Other passive activities you are interested in:





Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-5 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 11. Which initiatives should the Town of Archer Lodge prioritize for future implementation? Check all that apply.

 Develop active recreation opportunities (ball fields, soccer etc)

 Develop passive recreation opportunities (hiking, picnicking, etc)

 Develop indoor recreation facilities (recreation center, gyms, pools etc.)

 Acquire land for recreation

 Preserve natural areas

 Develop nature and historical or cultural programs

 Develop non-motorized trails for walking and biking that connect schools, parks, neighborhoods other facilities

 None

Other (please specify)





Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-6 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 12. Please rate your interest in the classes and programs listed below: Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Arts and Crafts   

Card games, bingo   

Play groups, parents night    out

Swimming lessons   

Survival   

Theater/drama   

Yoga   

First aid   

Special needs programs   

Dog obedience   

Cooking   

Music   

After school/track-out   

Ceramics and pottery   

Day camps   

Dance   

Aerobics   

Team building   

Martial arts   

Teen classes   

Educational trips (zoos,    museums, etc)

Other classes and programs you are interested in:





Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-7 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 13. Please rate your interest in the special events listed below: Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Festivals & fairs   

Farmer's markets   

Car shows   

Heritage days   

Book fairs   

Parades & holiday events   

Outdoor movies & music   

Other special events you are interested in:





Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-8 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 14. Which (if any) of the following are barriers to your participation in recreational programs and facilities?

 I am not aware of what programs and facilities are offered

 Fees/cost of programs are too high

 Facilities are not up to date

 Facilities are not well maintained

 Facilities are not close to my home

 Facilities do not feel safe

 Lack of restrooms

 Not enough time

 Lack of pedestrian access

 No means of transportation

 Timing of events

 Overcrowding

 Lack of facilities

 Lack of accommodations for those with disabilities

 Not interested in offerings

 None of the above

Other (please specify)





15. Do you use any schools, health clubs, places of worship or any other organizations for recreation?

 Yes

 No

If yes, please list:





Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-9 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 16. Would you be willing to pay higher fees for more recreation programs and/or improved facilities?

 Yes

 No

Why or why not?





17. Please list any athletic leagues that you have participated in during the past 12 months (if any): 



18. Why do you/your family participate in recreation activities? Please rank your preferences below.

 To have fun

 To be outdoors

 It is free/affordable

 Exercise/physical fitness

 To be with family/friends

 For relaxation

 To learn/education

Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-10 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey 19. How do you find out about recreation programs and activities you participate in?

 Websites

 From friends/neighbors

 Social media

 Online newsletters

 Newspaper articles

 Printed school flyers/newsletters

Other (please specify)

20. Would you be willing to volunteer to support a Town of Archer Lodge event, activity or program?

 Yes

 No

If yes, please list your volunteer activities





21. Please share any additional thoughts/comments: 



22. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill in your name and contact information: 



THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!!

Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-11 Appendix B: Parks and RecreaƟ on Survey B-12 C APPENDIX C: PARKS AND RECREATION SURVEY RESULTS Survey Results

The results of the 2014 Archer Lodge Parks and Recrea on Survey can be found on the following 54 pages.

Appendix C: Parks and Recrea on Survey Results C-1 MeeƟ ng Minutes

December 2, 2014, 7:05-8:45pm

Archer Lodge Town Hall Council Chambers 14094 Buff alo Road Clayton, NC 27527

I. Welcome and Introduc ons – Archer Lodge Mayor Mike Gordon called the mee ng to order and thanked everyone for a ending. He then introduced Susan Hatchell, Landscape Architecture Consultant who introduced Jennifer Beedle, the regional consultant for the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund Grant and Rachel Wilson from Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC. Everyone in a endance was asked to sign the a endance sheet.

II. Presenta on on Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power point addressing the following:

a. Benefi ts of Parks and Recrea on b. Exis ng Town Condi ons c. Regional Recrea onal Facili es d. Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Currently Off ered by the Town e. Parks and Recrea on Survey f. Needs Assessment g. Recommenda ons h. Poten al Partnerships and Funding i. Next Steps

III. Public Comments, Ques ons, Discussion – The following are comments that were made following the presenta on:

o The town residents in a endance spoke about the impact on Archer Lodge from subdivisions outside the town limits. They suggested using the Fire District, which serves about 11,000, as a more accurate popula on count than the popula on within the town limits.

o They also discussed the lack of baseball and so ball fi elds and the resul ng issue of the players aging out at 13. Because Archer Lodge lacks the recrea onal facili es to serve its en re popula on, the town residents u lize recrea on programs of nearby Clayton and Wendell as well as Corinth Holders High School.

o Other points from the discussion included:

• Siblings-once one child in a family ages out, the en re family usually moves to another recrea on program • Johnston Co. School System is great-one of the best in N.C. 800-900 new kids/year • The town would like to off er other sports (golf, for example) but the only recrea onal facili es are used for baseball and soccer, leaving only three weeks open

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-2 • Clayton had a full lacrosse program a er only one year • Knightdale has a popular adult kickball league but there is not space to do this in AL • AL does not have suffi cient space for youth recrea on, none for older children or adults • En re families come to watch games. (Providing recrea on for spectators as well) • Need for parking, concessions, restrooms • Most residents live outside of town limits but the county does not currently off er any recrea on for them • NFL Fields for Tomorrow could be an op on to fund mul -purpose fi elds (must include football) • Should people who live outside of town limits pay more to play here? (Do people from AL pay more to play in Clayton, Wendell, etc?) • Concern about partnering with schools due to high rental fees and limited availability of facili es • Knightdale recently built 4 new fi elds through a new agreement with the school system (the school system and city shared the construc on costs) • Forrestville Elementary is another shared facility • New cultural philosophy needed with the school board

IV. Presenta on of Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power point addressing the following:

a. Project Background b. Site Loca on and Exis ng Condi ons – The project site, adjacent to the Archer Lodge Middle School, is one of a few proper es that the Town is considering. c. Design Process d. Parks and Recrea on Survey e. Site Analysis and Goals f. Park Program g. Preliminary Master Plan h. PARTF Funding i. Next Steps

V. Public comments, ques ons, discussion – The following are comments that were made following the presenta on: o Following the presenta on, the a endees spoke about their concerns related to site selec on and the schema c design. They suggested decreasing the number of ball fi elds in order to incorporate one large enough for older children (junior high and high school). A temporary fence could be used on the fi eld so that it could s ll be used by younger children as well. Field space is the greatest priority. They wanted to ensure that the t-ball fi eld was large enough to host other games. o The possibility of hos ng tournaments, which would generate revenue, was also discussed. There was a desire to facilitate everybody. Residents want ball fi elds that can host t-ball up to middle school students and high school students as well as soccer fi elds. o Other points from the discussion included:

• A 300’+ fi eld would be needed for middle school and high school students, but they have

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-3 their own fi elds • Could fi shing be incorporated within the wet area? Is the stream there a blue line stream? • Lack of expansion possibili es of the site • “Wet” area is not that wet. An accessible path and biking are s ll op ons. Perhaps build a wooden bridge • Long-term cost-analysis of fi eld turf vs. grass • Insuffi cient parking. If games are running back-to-back, people generally show up for the later game before people from the earlier game have le • Town has been approached by travel teams willing to pay $2,000/month to rent fi elds • Concern about only one building for restrooms and concessions. What if an event was occurring only on the far side of the site? • Sewer line from the school building could be an advantage (vs. sep c tanks elsewhere) • Business opportuni es: • Donate to name ball fi elds • Ad space along the ou ield fences

In conclusion, there is a great need for more recrea onal facili es and it will take many years and many dollars to fulfi ll it. This project is a good start for Archer Lodge’s fi rst park.

Mee ng minutes submi ed by Rachel Wilson, 12/8/2014

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-4

Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes A-5 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey SurveyMonkey

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Individual #2 1.01% 4.04% 5.56% 5.56% 34.34% 23.23% 15.66% 10.61% 2 8 11 11 68 46 31 21 198

Individual #3 20.53% 25.83% 29.80% 10.60% 6.62% 3.97% 1.99% 0.66% 31 39 45 16 10 6 3 1 151

Individual #4 33.63% 32.74% 20.35% 1.77% 7.96% 0.88% 0.00% 2.65% 38 37 23 2 9 1 0 3 113

Individual #5 52.17% 15.22% 17.39% 4.35% 4.35% 0.00% 2.17% 4.35% 24 7 8 2 2 0 1 2 46

Individual #6 45.45% 27.27% 9.09% 0.00% 0.00% 9.09% 0.00% 9.09% 5 3 1 0 0 1 0 1 11

Gender

Female Male Total

Individual #1 29.25% 70.75% 62 150 212

Individual #2 70.05% 29.95% 138 59 197

Individual #3 50.00% 50.00% 75 75 150

Individual #4 41.07% 58.93% 46 66 112

Individual #5 43.48% 56.52% 20 26 46

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Individual #6 40.00% 60.00% 4 6 10

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Q4 Have you or your family participated in any parks and recreation programs in the last 12 months?

Answered: 211 Skipped: 5

Yes

No

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

Answer Choices Responses

Yes 62.09% 131

No 37.91% 80

Total 211

# If yes, please list: Date

1 Soccer and tball 11/22/2014 11:00 PM

2 Soccer, Baseball 11/12/2014 9:13 PM

3 Soccer 11/7/2014 6:34 PM

4 baseball 11/7/2014 12:21 PM

5 Tball and soccer 11/6/2014 10:26 PM

6 baseball and soccer 11/6/2014 6:48 PM

7 Soccer at archer lodge 11/6/2014 4:13 PM

8 t-ball 11/6/2014 12:50 PM

9 Soccer, Baseball 11/6/2014 12:08 PM

10 soccer 11/6/2014 7:49 AM

11 Archer Lodge soccer, Fall & Spring 11/5/2014 9:00 PM

12 Soccer, baseball and the soccer camp 11/5/2014 8:34 PM

13 soccer t-ball 11/5/2014 7:47 PM

14 Soccer baseball 11/5/2014 7:41 PM

15 Soccer 11/5/2014 7:40 PM

16 Baseball 11/5/2014 7:33 PM

17 Soccer and baseball 11/5/2014 4:33 PM

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18 Soccer 11/5/2014 4:11 PM

19 Spring Baseball 6-8 Fall Soccer 6-8 11/5/2014 2:58 PM

20 Soccer Tball Soccer 11/5/2014 2:42 PM

21 Tball 11/5/2014 2:38 PM

22 T-ball, soccer 11/5/2014 2:12 PM

23 T ball 11/5/2014 1:45 PM

24 T-ball 11/5/2014 11:32 AM

25 Soccer and baseball 11/5/2014 11:09 AM

26 Soccer 11/5/2014 11:04 AM

27 Baseball 11/5/2014 10:58 AM

28 SOCCER------ALL THE TIME. FALL AND SPRING FOR THE PAST 6 YEARS 11/5/2014 10:43 AM

29 AL Soccer 11/5/2014 10:08 AM

30 baseball 11/5/2014 10:02 AM

31 Soccer 11/5/2014 9:05 AM

32 T-ball 11/5/2014 8:46 AM

33 T-Ball 11/5/2014 8:38 AM

34 T-ball 11/5/2014 8:30 AM

35 Baseball 11/5/2014 8:04 AM

36 Soccer 11/5/2014 7:55 AM

37 Soccer, baseball 11/5/2014 7:49 AM

38 Soccer fall 11/5/2014 7:41 AM

39 Soccer, t-ball 11/5/2014 7:38 AM

40 T ball 11/5/2014 7:19 AM

41 Soccer and British Soccer camp 11/5/2014 7:09 AM

42 Fall soccer 2014 11/5/2014 6:32 AM

43 Soccer 11/5/2014 6:18 AM

44 soccer 11/5/2014 6:16 AM

45 fall soccer 11/5/2014 6:09 AM

46 Archer Lodge Soccer Archer Lodge T-Ball 11/5/2014 5:22 AM

47 Jusa archer lodge soccer upward basketball 11/5/2014 3:38 AM

48 T-ball 11/5/2014 2:19 AM

49 soccer 11/5/2014 1:20 AM

50 T-ball 11/5/2014 1:15 AM

51 soccer 11/5/2014 12:17 AM

52 Tball 11/4/2014 11:27 PM

53 Baseball 11/4/2014 10:54 PM

54 My son plays soccer and baseball 11/4/2014 10:52 PM

55 Coach pitch 11/4/2014 10:43 PM

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56 Tball 11/4/2014 10:31 PM

57 T-ball and all other events 11/4/2014 10:21 PM

58 Teeball, soccer 11/4/2014 10:18 PM

59 Spring & fall baseball Fall soccer 11/4/2014 10:14 PM

60 Soccer. Tball 11/4/2014 10:02 PM

61 Soccer, spring & fall. Baseball/t-ball 11/4/2014 9:56 PM

62 Tball 11/4/2014 9:39 PM

63 Tball 11/4/2014 9:38 PM

64 Baseball, tball 11/4/2014 9:31 PM

65 Soccer and tball 11/4/2014 9:31 PM

66 Baseball 11/4/2014 9:27 PM

67 Spring baseball 10U, Fall baseball 10U 11/4/2014 9:20 PM

68 Soccer Tball 11/4/2014 9:13 PM

69 Football baseball basketball 11/3/2014 11:59 AM

70 Fireworks Playground 11/1/2014 1:13 PM

71 Archer lodge soccer spring and fall sessions 10/31/2014 11:31 PM

72 Spring & Fall Soccer Tball 10/31/2014 10:20 PM

73 soccer, baseball 10/21/2014 1:19 PM

74 fall baseball 10/18/2014 9:50 AM

75 Baseball and basketball 10/11/2014 9:34 PM

76 Volunteer 10/10/2014 11:37 AM

77 Clayton Little League, Upward basketball 10/9/2014 4:02 PM

78 Soccer, Tball 10/9/2014 8:29 AM

79 Soccer 10/8/2014 9:02 PM

80 Swimming. Daddy daughter dance. Soccer. 10/8/2014 8:38 PM

81 Soccer & baseball 10/8/2014 7:56 PM

82 Soccer 10/8/2014 6:49 PM

83 baseball 10/8/2014 6:22 PM

84 Scouts 10/8/2014 5:12 PM

85 fall socceer 10/8/2014 4:50 PM

86 Modified T-Ball 6-8 Soccer [currently] 10/8/2014 4:15 PM

87 Spring and Fall Baseball 10/8/2014 1:54 PM

88 Soccer and pageant 10/8/2014 12:29 PM

89 soccer, t-ball 10/8/2014 12:17 PM

90 july 4 10/8/2014 12:13 PM

91 Soccet 10/8/2014 12:04 PM

92 Soccer 10/8/2014 11:50 AM

93 Baseball and Soccer 10/8/2014 11:34 AM

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94 T-ball, Baseball 10/8/2014 11:33 AM

95 coach pitch baseball, soccer 10/8/2014 11:30 AM

96 Soccer 10/8/2014 11:10 AM

97 4th of july 10/8/2014 10:39 AM

98 4th of July Family Fun Day 10/8/2014 9:15 AM

99 Volleyball 10/8/2014 8:51 AM

100 Soccer 10/8/2014 1:47 AM

101 Soccer in Clayton, biking on Clayton Greenway, 10/7/2014 10:35 PM

102 We have attended a few events in Knightdale and Garner. 10/7/2014 10:34 PM

103 Daily walk on the Neuse river greenway. 10/7/2014 9:48 PM

104 Neuse River Greenway Clemons State Park 10/7/2014 9:00 PM

105 fireworks, fire dept hallown, 10/7/2014 7:18 PM

106 use of the walking trail on Covered Bridge Rd.; attended our Granddaughter's T-ball games in Archer Lodge 10/7/2014 5:57 PM

107 Fall 2014 Soccer 10/7/2014 3:48 PM

108 Fireworks 10/7/2014 3:02 PM

109 soccer (grandchild) 10/7/2014 2:43 PM

110 Easter, Fourth of July, pumpkin carving 10/7/2014 2:21 PM

111 Archer Lodge Park & 4th of July activities 10/7/2014 2:06 PM

112 Soccer, tball, park 10/7/2014 1:32 PM

113 4th of July concert 10/7/2014 1:22 PM

114 Holiday fireworks 10/7/2014 12:54 PM

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Q5 Please indicate the number of visits by you or your family to the following parks or recreational facilities within the past 12 months:

Answered: 206 Skipped: 10

Archer Lodge Community...

E. Clayton Community Park

Legend Park

Municipal Park

Flower Hill Nature Preserve

0 1 2 3 4 5

Have never visited Visit occasionally Visit very often Total Weighted Average

Archer Lodge Community Center 11.17% 47.09% 41.75% 23 97 86 206 2.31

E. Clayton Community Park 53.88% 41.26% 4.85% 111 85 10 206 1.51

Legend Park 69.90% 27.67% 2.43% 144 57 5 206 1.33

Municipal Park 72.82% 23.79% 3.40% 150 49 7 206 1.31

Flower Hill Nature Preserve 90.29% 8.74% 0.97% 186 18 2 206 1.11

# Other (please specify) Date

1 Archer lodge park 11/5/2014 4:36 PM

2 Clayton Community Park on Amelia Church 11/5/2014 10:15 AM

3 Clayton Community Park 11/5/2014 8:32 AM

4 Corinth holder rec park 11/5/2014 8:05 AM

5 Corinth very often 11/3/2014 12:01 PM

6 Clayton River Walk at the Neuse 10/17/2014 6:48 AM

7 Zebulon community park. Knightdale station park. 10/8/2014 8:39 PM

8 Knightdale Community Park 10/8/2014 6:35 PM

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9 Wendell Parks and Rec Com Ctr 10/8/2014 1:55 PM

10 We need tennis court 10/8/2014 12:04 PM

11 Clayton Community Center 10/8/2014 11:51 AM

12 2-3 times 10/8/2014 11:43 AM

13 Neuse River Trail 10/8/2014 11:38 AM

14 Clemmons State Forest 10/8/2014 11:35 AM

15 greenway 3x weekly 10/7/2014 10:35 PM

16 Clemons State Park, Neuse River Greenway 10/7/2014 9:00 PM

17 Archer Lodge Park 10/7/2014 2:06 PM

18 Clayton river walk / Neuse river greenway. Visited weelky 10/7/2014 1:14 PM

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Q6 Which park or recreational facility is closest to your home?

Answered: 206 Skipped: 10

Archer Lodge Community...

E. Clayton Community Park

Legend Park

Municipal Park

Flower Hill Nature Preserve

I don't know

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

Answer Choices Responses

Archer Lodge Community Center 88.83% 183

E. Clayton Community Park 3.40% 7

Legend Park 1.46% 3

Municipal Park 0.97% 2

Flower Hill Nature Preserve 0.49% 1

I don't know 4.85% 10

Total 206

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Q7 For the most recent visit by anyone in your household to any park or recreational facility, how did he/she getthere?

Answered: 206 Skipped: 10

Arrived by car

Walked

Biked

Have not visited any...

Other (please specify)

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

Answer Choices Responses

Arrived by car 94.17% 194

Walked 2.91% 6

Biked 0.97% 2

Have not visited any parks or recreational facilities 1.46% 3

Other (please specify) 0.49% 1

Total 206

# Other (please specify) Date

1 Run 10/7/2014 1:14 PM

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Q8 In a typical week, how many days do you exercise?

Answered: 204 Skipped: 12

I don't exercise often

Once a week

2 to 4 days a week

5 to 7 days a week

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

Answer Choices Responses

I don't exercise often 27.94% 57

Once a week 21.08% 43

2 to 4 days a week 36.76% 75

5 to 7 days a week 14.22% 29

Total 204

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Q9 Please rate your interest in the active athletic activities listed below:

Answered: 194 Skipped: 22

Inline hockey

Lacrosse

Skateboarding

Rollerblading

Mountain Biking

Ropes course

Track and field

Disc Golf

Cheerleading

Kickball

Volleyball

Cycling/Biking

Tennis

Aerobics

Football

Archery

Softball

Running/Jogging

T-ball 21 / 54 Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey SurveyMonkey T-ball

Soccer

Basketball

Swimming

Baseball

Fitness trail

0 1 2 3 4 5

Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Total Weighted Average

Inline hockey 89.78% 8.60% 1.61% 167 16 3 186 1.12

Lacrosse 83.61% 14.21% 2.19% 153 26 4 183 1.19

Skateboarding 89.19% 8.65% 2.16% 165 16 4 185 1.13

Rollerblading 77.54% 18.18% 4.28% 145 34 8 187 1.27

Mountain Biking 65.41% 29.19% 5.41% 121 54 10 185 1.40

Ropes course 65.59% 28.49% 5.91% 122 53 11 186 1.40

Track and field 61.83% 26.88% 11.29% 115 50 21 186 1.49

Disc Golf 58.20% 30.16% 11.64% 110 57 22 189 1.53

Cheerleading 70.05% 17.11% 12.83% 131 32 24 187 1.43

Kickball 46.52% 39.04% 14.44% 87 73 27 187 1.68

Volleyball 43.98% 40.84% 15.18% 84 78 29 191 1.71

Cycling/Biking 42.78% 38.50% 18.72% 80 72 35 187 1.76

Tennis 48.40% 31.91% 19.68% 91 60 37 188 1.71

Aerobics 44.92% 35.29% 19.79% 84 66 37 187 1.75

Football 49.20% 31.02% 19.79% 92 58 37 187 1.71

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Archery 48.66% 27.81% 23.53% 91 52 44 187 1.75

Softball 43.68% 32.11% 24.21% 83 61 46 190 1.81

Running/Jogging 36.56% 38.17% 25.27% 68 71 47 186 1.89

T-ball 43.98% 24.08% 31.94% 84 46 61 191 1.88

Soccer 39.79% 25.65% 34.55% 76 49 66 191 1.95

Basketball 37.17% 25.65% 37.17% 71 49 71 191 2.00

Swimming 23.44% 38.54% 38.02% 45 74 73 192 2.15

Baseball 35.83% 24.60% 39.57% 67 46 74 187 2.04

Fitness trail 22.75% 38.10% 39.15% 43 72 74 189 2.16

# Other active activities you are interested in: Date

1 Off road Jeep trails like the ones in Troy at Uwharrie National Forest 11/5/2014 3:00 PM

2 Yoga 11/5/2014 9:07 AM

3 kayaking 11/5/2014 6:19 AM

4 Hiking 11/5/2014 6:11 AM

5 Yoga 11/4/2014 11:30 PM

6 Plain old every day Walking 10/31/2014 11:34 AM

7 Walking 10/17/2014 6:49 AM

8 Dog park and dog friendly wooded trails. 10/12/2014 8:15 PM

9 A YMCA type facility with outdoor slides similar to Kraf tFamily Y in Holly Springs, ampitheater, MORE 10/11/2014 9:37 PM PLAYGROUNDS

10 Line Dances 10/9/2014 8:58 AM

11 Jeep driving off road OHV trails 10/8/2014 4:17 PM

12 Fishing, sporting clays 10/8/2014 1:58 PM

13 We really need something for tennis. 10/8/2014 12:06 PM

14 Arts & crafts: knitting, crocheting, quilting, woodworking, sewing, upholstery 10/8/2014 11:53 AM

15 walking 10/8/2014 11:40 AM

16 Sportsmen club offering shooting ranges for firearms and archery. We do not need another soccer program! Offer 10/8/2014 8:57 AM something new and different to our community that is unique to our area. A sportsmen's club would be something new and exciting to this area for people of all ages.

17 Hiking or Walking 10/7/2014 9:02 PM

18 Walking trails 10/7/2014 5:27 PM

19 Activities for senior citizens or an activity center for them. There is nothing here for them. 10/7/2014 4:45 PM

20 Being able to use the (insert profanity) soccer goals!! 10/7/2014 3:05 PM

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21 walking 10/7/2014 2:46 PM

22 Shooting Skeet 10/7/2014 1:51 PM

23 Jazzerc ise 10/7/2014 1:24 PM

24 Walking 10/7/2014 1:21 PM

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Q10 Please rate your interest in the passive activities listed below:

Answered: 194 Skipped: 22

Frisbee

Visiting a dog park

People watching

Bird watching

Yoga/Pilates

Canoeing

Photography

Walking on interpretive...

Stargazing

Nature study

Attending family reunions

Gardening

Playing in a water play...

Picnicking

Fishing

Wildlife observation

Visiting historic sites

Playing on a playground

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concerts

Walking

0 1 2 3 4 5

Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Total Weighted Average

Frisbee 49.48% 38.02% 12.50% 95 73 24 192 1.63

Visiting a dog park 57.59% 28.80% 13.61% 110 55 26 191 1.56

People watching 44.74% 39.47% 15.79% 85 75 30 190 1.71

Bird watching 46.81% 35.64% 17.55% 88 67 33 188 1.71

Yoga/Pilates 49.73% 29.41% 20.86% 93 55 39 187 1.71

Canoeing 35.94% 39.58% 24.48% 69 76 47 192 1.89

Photography 39.15% 33.86% 26.98% 74 64 51 189 1.88

Walking on interpretive trails 29.47% 43.16% 27.37% 56 82 52 190 1.98

Stargazing 39.79% 32.98% 27.23% 76 63 52 191 1.87

Nature study 35.26% 36.84% 27.89% 67 70 53 190 1.93

Attending family reunions 32.81% 39.58% 27.60% 63 76 53 192 1.95

Gardening 25.13% 46.07% 28.80% 48 88 55 191 2.04

Playing in a water play fountain 35.23% 33.16% 31.61% 68 64 61 193 1.96

Picnicking 19.37% 47.64% 32.98% 37 91 63 191 2.14

Fishing 25.26% 36.08% 38.66% 49 70 75 194 2.13

Wildlife observation 20.94% 38.74% 40.31% 40 74 77 191 2.19

Visiting historic sites 18.95% 40.00% 41.05% 36 76 78 190 2.22

Playing on a playground 25.91% 33.16% 40.93% 50 64 79 193 2.15

Outdoor concerts 14.51% 37.82% 47.67% 28 73 92 193 2.33

Walking 8.38% 38.74% 52.88% 16 74 101 191 2.45

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# Other passive activities you are interested in: Date

1 Camping 11/5/2014 3:01 PM

2 kayaking 11/5/2014 12:20 AM

3 Would love to see a community pool and/or water splash pad park. 10/7/2014 10:37 PM

4 USING THE SOCCER GOALS!!! 10/7/2014 3:06 PM

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Q11 Which initiatives should the Town of Archer Lodge prioritize for future implementation? Check all that apply.

Answered: 194 Skipped: 22

Develop active recreation...

Develop passive...

Develop indoor recreation...

Acquire land for recreation

Preserve natural areas

Develop nature and historic...

Develop non-motorize...

None

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

Answer Choices Responses

Develop active recreation opportunities (ball fields, soccer etc) 63.92% 124

Develop passive recreation opportunities (hiking, picnicking, etc) 54.64% 106

Develop indoor recreation facilities (recreation center, gyms, pools etc.) 62.89% 122

Acquire land for recreation 50.00% 97

Preserve natural areas 39.18% 76

Develop nature and historical or cultural programs 27.84% 54

Develop non-motorized trails for walking and biking that connect schools, parks, neighborhoods other facilities 55.15% 107

None 5.15% 10

Total Respondents: 194

# Other (please specify) Date

1 Spray ground 11/22/2014 11:04 PM

2 Connect Flowers Trail on South Murphy rd. to Neuse or Sam's Branch Greenway 11/6/2014 12:13 PM

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3 Need a larger space. Lights on the soccer fields, tball fields More walking trails 11/5/2014 2:47 PM

4 A really nice hiking trail would be awesome. 11/5/2014 10:09 AM

5 Nothing to involve a TAX increase 10/31/2014 11:36 AM

6 Offer activities that special needs children can participate in. 10/13/2014 11:38 AM

7 Dog park with trails 10/12/2014 8:16 PM

8 kid spray area dog park walking trail 10/8/2014 4:54 PM

9 Tennis 10/8/2014 12:07 PM

10 community pool 10/8/2014 11:42 AM

11 Archer Lodge needs to stay a "small" community, as it was intended when we became a town. My only objection 10/8/2014 9:22 AM is before we became a town, residence could come up to the park and use the facilities (soccer goals) - now that we are a town, we are told that only "coaches" and "teams" are allowed to use these. Why the change??? Using these was a great way to exercise, but have we already become to big, that resident can't use what we already have??

12 Sportsmen's club as addressed earlier 10/8/2014 8:59 AM

13 Community pool and splash pad 10/7/2014 10:38 PM

14 Need activities for senior citizens. 10/7/2014 4:47 PM

15 Letting everyday residents of the town use the soccer goals! 10/7/2014 3:07 PM

16 Inexpensive organized aerobics 10/7/2014 2:31 PM

17 Encourage a private pistol/rifle range in Archer Lodge town limits. I'm sure enough farmland exists that a local 10/7/2014 1:54 PM owner could finance and gain income from a well run, comprehensive facility.

18 What ever they want to do. 10/7/2014 1:46 PM

19 No fields to sit IDLE for 4-6 months out of the year. 10/7/2014 1:24 PM

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Q12 Please rate your interest in the classes and programs listed below:

Answered: 193 Skipped: 23

Arts and Crafts

Card games, bingo

Play groups, parents nigh...

Swimming lessons

Survival

Theater/drama

Yoga

First aid

Special needs programs

Dog obedience

Cooking

Music

After school/track...

Ceramics and pottery

Day camps

Dance

Aerobics

Team building

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Teen classes

Educational trips (zoos,...

0 1 2 3 4 5

Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Total Weighted Average

Arts and Crafts 31.61% 46.63% 21.76% 61 90 42 193 1.90

Card games, bingo 57.81% 29.69% 12.50% 111 57 24 192 1.55

Play groups, parents night out 48.96% 31.25% 19.79% 94 60 38 192 1.71

Swimming lessons 32.98% 34.03% 32.98% 63 65 63 191 2.00

Survival 57.07% 30.89% 12.04% 109 59 23 191 1.55

Theater/drama 53.68% 34.21% 12.11% 102 65 23 190 1.58

Yoga 54.21% 28.95% 16.84% 103 55 32 190 1.63

First aid 38.54% 41.67% 19.79% 74 80 38 192 1.81

Special needs programs 59.04% 25.53% 15.43% 111 48 29 188 1.56

Dog obedience 67.20% 22.75% 10.05% 127 43 19 189 1.43

Cooking 38.95% 39.47% 21.58% 74 75 41 190 1.83

Music 32.98% 42.41% 24.61% 63 81 47 191 1.92

After school/track-out 55.56% 24.34% 20.11% 105 46 38 189 1.65

Ceramics and pottery 53.93% 28.80% 17.28% 103 55 33 191 1.63

Day camps 47.37% 34.74% 17.89% 90 66 34 190 1.71

Dance 53.93% 27.75% 18.32% 103 53 35 191 1.64

Aerobics 53.97% 26.98% 19.05% 102 51 36 189 1.65

Team building 64.89% 27.13% 7.98% 122 51 15 188 1.43

Martial arts 56.61% 29.63% 13.76% 107 56 26 189 1.57

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Teen classes 61.70% 27.13% 11.17% 116 51 21 188 1.49

Educational trips (zoos, museums, etc) 45.74% 34.57% 19.68% 86 65 37 188 1.74

# Other classes and programs you are interested in: Date

1 Bible classes 11/5/2014 3:02 PM

2 Summer Camp, seasonal sports camps & clinics. 11/4/2014 9:32 PM

3 K 10/8/2014 5:15 PM

4 family nature programs nature programs/camps for children and teens 10/8/2014 4:55 PM

5 Uniting churches bible classes 10/8/2014 4:19 PM

6 Senior Citizen programs/Active Aging 10/8/2014 11:56 AM

7 Activities for senior citizens. 10/7/2014 4:49 PM

8 How to get the mayor to call you back about using the soccer goals. seriously, if you're not on a team, how are 10/7/2014 3:09 PM you supposed to train to get on one without access? Why i like legend park

9 Witchcraft and black arts 9/30/2014 6:23 PM

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Q13 Please rate your interest in the special events listed below:

Answered: 192 Skipped: 24

Festivals & fairs

Farmer's markets

Car shows

Heritage days

Book fairs

Parades & holiday events

Outdoor movies & music

0 1 2 3 4 5

Not at all interested Moderately interested Extremely interested Total Weighted Average

Festivals & fairs 14.06% 42.71% 43.23% 27 82 83 192 2.29

Farmer's markets 4.17% 36.46% 59.38% 8 70 114 192 2.55

Car shows 41.36% 35.08% 23.56% 79 67 45 191 1.82

Heritage days 34.38% 42.71% 22.92% 66 82 44 192 1.89

Book fairs 38.42% 41.05% 20.53% 73 78 39 190 1.82

Parades & holiday events 9.95% 43.46% 46.60% 19 83 89 191 2.37

Outdoor movies & music 13.68% 37.89% 48.42% 26 72 92 190 2.35

# Other special events you are interested in: Date

1 Have antique tractor shows 11/12/2014 9:20 PM

2 We need a Car Show 11/5/2014 3:02 PM

3 witchcraft events! 9/30/2014 6:24 PM

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Q14 Which (if any) of the following are barriers to your participation in recreational programs and facilities?

Answered: 191 Skipped: 25

I am not aware of what...

Fees/cost of programs are...

Facilities are not up to date

Facilities are not well...

Facilities are not close to...

Facilities do not feel safe

Lack of restrooms

Not enough time

Lack of pedestrian...

No means of transportation

Timing of events

Overcrowding

Lack of facilities

Lack of accommodatio...

Not interested in offerings

None of the above

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

Answer Choices Responses

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I am not aware of what programs and facilities are offered 45.03% 86

Fees/cost of programs are too high 19.37% 37

Facilities are not up to date 13.61% 26

Facilities are not well maintained 6.81% 13

Facilities are not close to my home 9.42% 18

Facilities do not feel safe 3.14% 6

Lack of restrooms 18.85% 36

Not enough time 28.27% 54

Lack of pedestrian access 7.85% 15

No means of transportation 0.52% 1

Timing of events 16.23% 31

Overcrowding 11.52% 22

Lack of facilities 20.42% 39

Lack of accommodations for those with disabilities 4.71% 9

Not interested in offerings 8.90% 17

None of the above 16.23% 31

Total Respondents: 191

# Other (please specify) Date

1 Better communication, more email communication Really need restrooms open 7 days a week. Security to open 11/5/2014 2:50 PM at 8AM, and lock them at end of each day.

2 lack of parking 11/5/2014 10:14 AM

3 what mandate do you have to expand facilities? I thought Archer lodge was supposed to keep the small town 11/5/2014 12:32 AM atmosphere we all love. I am not opposed to providing athletic opportunities for our kids if there is a real need but there is no shortage of entertainment for adults in this area already.

4 Parking during events 11/4/2014 10:24 PM

5 Safety issues. 10/27/2014 3:02 PM

6 programs were not as advanced as others that were offered 10/9/2014 4:06 PM

7 need more handicap restrooms for sports field so grandparents can enjoy 10/8/2014 4:56 PM

8 Conflict with church times 10/8/2014 4:20 PM

9 really did not feel welcome when we participated. 10/8/2014 11:44 AM

10 being able to use the facilities without having to be a member of a team. Our grandson is old enough for the 10/8/2014 9:27 AM teams, but doesn't live in the area - my sons (ages 21 & 23) are old enough to use the soccer goals, & responsible enough (former marines) to take care of them and return them in the proper condition. Facilities should be available to ALL Archer Lodge Residents, not just the ones who pay to be on a team. We pay taxes to Archer Lodge, that should account for something.

11 Parking 10/8/2014 6:57 AM

12 My age. 10/7/2014 6:31 PM

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13 Stingy with their soccer goals 10/7/2014 3:10 PM

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Q15 Do you use any schools, health clubs, places of worship or any other organizations for recreation?

Answered: 190 Skipped: 26

Yes

No

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

Answer Choices Responses

Yes 47.89% 91

No 52.11% 99

Total 190

# If yes, please list: Date

1 Church 11/22/2014 11:06 PM

2 Riverwood 11/15/2014 6:43 AM

3 Clayton fitness 11/7/2014 6:38 PM

4 Riverwood Athletic Club, Premier Athletics, Wake County Parks and Rec 11/6/2014 10:37 PM

5 Riverwood Elementary, Corinth Baptist 11/6/2014 7:01 PM

6 Flowers Pineville club, Premier athletics, 11/6/2014 7:58 AM

7 Riverwood 11/5/2014 8:41 PM

8 Club at Flowers Plantation 11/5/2014 7:55 PM

9 Clayton Fitness & C3 Church 11/5/2014 7:46 PM

10 Flowers gym 11/5/2014 4:42 PM

11 Health club 11/5/2014 4:18 PM

12 Central Baptist Church member activities 11/5/2014 11:04 AM

13 riverwood gym and clayton community center 11/5/2014 10:15 AM

14 Pineville club 11/5/2014 7:19 AM

15 Riverwood athletic club 11/5/2014 6:37 AM

16 Pineville Club 11/5/2014 5:28 AM

17 Town of Clayton 11/5/2014 2:24 AM

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18 Riverwood athletic club 11/4/2014 11:41 PM

19 Church 11/4/2014 11:29 PM

20 Church School Gym 11/4/2014 10:51 PM

21 Riverwood athletic club, purna yoga, Clayton community center 11/4/2014 10:01 PM

22 Pool at Riverwood 11/4/2014 9:50 PM

23 Health club 11/4/2014 9:45 PM

24 Clayton Little League, JUSA soccer, Monster Batting Cages 11/4/2014 9:34 PM

25 High school 11/3/2014 12:06 PM

26 Bethlehem Baptist basketball 10/31/2014 11:39 PM

27 Dance lessons at a private facility. Swims lessons in Clayton. 10/20/2014 4:10 PM

28 Riverwood Athletic Club, Town of Wendell 10/18/2014 9:56 AM

29 Clayton Fitness 10/17/2014 6:56 AM

30 Pineville Club, The Miracle League of Johnston County 10/13/2014 11:43 AM

31 Riverwood and Lionsgate Athletic Clubs 10/9/2014 9:23 PM

32 Hocutt Baptist 10/9/2014 11:45 AM

33 Club at Flowers Plantation 10/9/2014 8:33 AM

34 Pineville Club 10/8/2014 9:25 PM

35 Zebulon Community Center, wendell community center 10/8/2014 7:42 PM

36 east clayton elementary gym---basketball, knightdale baptist gym--basketball 10/8/2014 6:29 PM

37 Church 10/8/2014 4:27 PM

38 Upward Basketball 10/8/2014 4:21 PM

39 Central Baptist Church (Wendell) Wendell Community Center Gym Doug Proctor Fields (Wendell) 10/8/2014 2:06 PM

40 Wendell Community Center 10/8/2014 1:57 PM

41 Richland Creek Community Church, Wake Forest 10/8/2014 1:42 PM

42 Carolina Dance Productions 10/8/2014 12:37 PM

43 central baptist 10/8/2014 12:23 PM

44 Clayton Community Center Clayton Center for Active Aging 10/8/2014 11:58 AM

45 I belong to Planet Fitness in Knightdale 10/8/2014 11:48 AM

46 church, and a nearby community 10/8/2014 11:46 AM

47 Flowers 10/8/2014 11:45 AM

48 Church 10/8/2014 11:35 AM

49 Wendell Parks & Rec 10/8/2014 11:14 AM

50 NONE ARE AVAILABLE TO ME 10/8/2014 11:11 AM

51 Amelia Christian Church, but mostly we use the Archer Lodge Park (when our grandson is visiting) 10/8/2014 9:29 AM

52 Church 10/8/2014 1:54 AM

53 Riverwood athletic club 10/7/2014 11:01 PM

54 Kiss soccer, Clayton swim club pool 10/7/2014 10:45 PM

55 Riverwood Athletic Club/Pool /Lions Gate pool and golfing 10/7/2014 10:40 PM

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56 Healtquest 10/7/2014 9:55 PM

57 Planet fitness Knightdale 10/7/2014 9:35 PM

58 Flowers Club 10/7/2014 7:35 PM

59 schools 10/7/2014 6:32 PM

60 Holy Cross Lutheran Church 10/7/2014 3:51 PM

61 Smithfield aquatics center 10/7/2014 3:11 PM

62 Pinevile 10/7/2014 1:56 PM

63 Pineville club, martial arts academy 10/7/2014 1:37 PM

64 health club 10/7/2014 1:27 PM

65 Wendell Parks and Recreation Greater Cleveland Athletic Association 10/7/2014 12:42 PM

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Q16 Would you be willing to pay higher fees for more recreation programs and/or improved facilities?

Answered: 185 Skipped: 31

Yes

No

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

Answer Choices Responses

Yes 60.54% 112

No 39.46% 73

Total 185

# Why or why not? Date

1 Access 11/15/2014 6:43 AM

2 If fees are to high people want come to recreation programs 11/12/2014 9:24 PM

3 Maybe, depends on what percentage of increase 11/6/2014 12:18 PM

4 Close to home/more convenient newer up to date facilities 11/6/2014 7:58 AM

5 I like the convenience of having my children play sports so close to my home. 11/5/2014 9:06 PM

6 Because I don't live in Archer Lodge 11/5/2014 4:18 PM

7 Fees are way too low. You provide a great service, charge for it. Even though it is volunteer, still charge for it. 11/5/2014 2:51 PM

8 Fees were appropriate this past year, but paying a high amount is not something that interests me or is in our 11/5/2014 2:44 PM budget with two young boys.

9 Modestly higher; if you build it, they will come! 11/5/2014 11:04 AM

10 I don't mind paying something, but the cost must be low. 11/5/2014 10:23 AM

11 How much higher? 11/5/2014 10:15 AM

12 The amount of homeowners dues have already gone up. The budget is not in control. 11/5/2014 8:51 AM

13 As long as they are reasonable and consistent with those clubs around the area 11/5/2014 7:19 AM

14 More exercise, additional fun 11/5/2014 2:24 AM

15 Because my income is very limited & I can barely afford it now... 11/5/2014 1:22 AM

16 I am capable of entertaining myself. Just maintain present facilities and expand only if there is a real need for 11/5/2014 12:35 AM youth programs.

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17 Current athletic fees seem competitive with others in area 11/4/2014 11:41 PM

18 It costs 11/4/2014 11:29 PM

19 Likely to be less than other activities 11/4/2014 9:50 PM

20 It would be great to have facilities for older children's athletics. 11/4/2014 9:34 PM

21 As long as the programs are ran well 10/31/2014 11:39 PM

22 Fixed income 10/17/2014 6:56 AM

23 We prefer to enjoy recreational activities near more-populated city centers and state parks instead of near our 10/15/2014 10:57 AM quiet, rural home. We don't want the noise, crime, and litter of other people near our home.

24 maybe 10/14/2014 7:58 AM

25 Yes, because that is the cost of living in a town with a good Parks and Recreation Program. The benefits out 10/13/2014 11:43 AM weight the extra costs.

26 But only if it interests me. I do not want to pay for somebody's hobby. I work hard for my money and I would like 10/12/2014 8:20 PM to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Otherwise, I will cast my vote against you in the next election.

27 Don't have the funds. 10/10/2014 8:31 AM

28 pay taxes 10/9/2014 4:07 PM

29 Can't afford. 10/9/2014 11:45 AM

30 Limited income When they formed this town the object was to keep it the way it was then. 10/9/2014 6:58 AM

31 Need to keep it as it has always been! 10/9/2014 1:36 AM

32 Convenience. I should put my money where my mouth is! 10/8/2014 9:25 PM

33 Willing to pay forthings but not pay more than average for the area; this question is not clear by the way. 10/8/2014 6:29 PM

34 slightly higher fees would be appropriate to have top notch facilities 10/8/2014 4:57 PM

35 Only slightly with so many communities there are too many options if costs go too high. 10/8/2014 4:21 PM

36 With great facilities comes higher fees. However, fees must be comparable with neighboring communities. 10/8/2014 2:06 PM

37 Depends on the fee, activity, etc. 10/8/2014 1:57 PM

38 Only if the fees are reasonable and what I want to see improved. 10/8/2014 1:42 PM

39 Hard to do with fees so high. Commitment and development of passion can not be developed when costs is too 10/8/2014 11:58 AM high. Maybe low cost programs where fees move up more you do. Have low fees to get people there first and then slowly go up to keep people.

40 Our taxes are high enough. I would not object to a per activity or per use fee. 10/8/2014 11:48 AM

41 within moderation 10/8/2014 11:46 AM

42 only if you had a swim club that is not just geared to children. 10/8/2014 11:45 AM

43 Unclear what is being asked here...higher fees per program offered such as current soccer and baseball fees? or 10/8/2014 11:43 AM registration and enrollment fees for the year? Current fees per program are reasonable.

44 Reasonably higher fees for the improved facilities. 10/8/2014 11:35 AM

45 YOU ARE NOT CLEAR ON WHAT HIGHER FEES MEAN IS THAT TAXES OR FEES FOR THE EVENT OR 10/8/2014 11:11 AM FACILLITY NOT INTERESTED IN PAYING HIGHER TAX

46 We already pay taxes to Archer Lodge, that we didn't pay before. I have no problem paying taxes to Archer 10/8/2014 9:29 AM Lodge, as I believe it is a great community, but I'm paying taxes without being able to use all the facilities.

47 We are an active family, but we often find activities in Clayton or Raleigh instead of archers lodge 10/7/2014 10:45 PM

48 Pay enough now 10/7/2014 10:22 PM

49 If facilities are developed that are aligned with the interests I have indicated I would be willing to pay additional 10/7/2014 9:08 PM fees.

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50 Yes, For more diversified activities, not just sports. There are other interesting things to do other than sports. An 10/7/2014 4:55 PM all ages facility would better serve all the citizens, not just the 1st time homeowners with youngsters who use sport programs and then move away. Keep and serve the residents that are already here.

51 County just gave our portion to the Town of Clayton 10/7/2014 3:12 PM

52 Because we can't even use whats already there 10/7/2014 3:11 PM

53 Need more to offer and takes money. 10/7/2014 2:16 PM

54 Close in recreation would encourage walking and increase health. 10/7/2014 1:56 PM

55 I can walk on the trail for free. The programs offered usually don't appeal to me. 10/7/2014 1:45 PM

56 Moved to Archer Lodge to avoid all this. If younger people need or want this, make it FEE based and leave Tax 10/7/2014 1:27 PM dollars out.

57 Would be willing to pay fees for indoor facilities for exercise classes and swimming laps. 10/7/2014 1:27 PM

58 But not extreme increases 10/7/2014 1:21 PM

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Q17 Please list any athletic leagues that you have participated in during the past 12 months (if any):

Answered: 101 Skipped: 115

# Responses Date

1 None 11/15/2014 6:44 AM

2 Soccer, Baseball 11/12/2014 9:24 PM

3 Kids soccer 11/7/2014 6:40 PM

4 Tball, soccer 11/6/2014 10:39 PM

5 archer lodge and wendell and johnston co. 11/6/2014 7:02 PM

6 Wendell soccer Wendell softball 11/6/2014 12:55 PM

7 Archer Lodge 11/6/2014 12:19 PM

8 Archer lodge soccer Flowers soccer Premier athletics dance/cheer teams 11/6/2014 8:01 AM

9 Archer Lodge soccer 11/5/2014 9:07 PM

10 Archer lodge 11/5/2014 8:43 PM

11 youth soccer youth t-ball 11/5/2014 7:56 PM

12 Archer lodge soccer 11/5/2014 7:47 PM

13 Archer lodge soccer and baseball 11/5/2014 4:43 PM

14 Soccer at AL 11/5/2014 4:18 PM

15 Archer Lodge 6-8 modified T ball [Spring] Archer Lodge 6-8 Soccer [Fall] 11/5/2014 3:04 PM

16 Clayton City community 11/5/2014 2:52 PM

17 Archer Lodge Tball Tri-County Soccer 11/5/2014 2:45 PM

18 none 11/5/2014 2:18 PM

19 Soccer 11/5/2014 1:51 PM

20 Kids baseball, kids martial arts 11/5/2014 1:25 PM

21 Soccer 11/5/2014 11:17 AM

22 Soccer and baseball 11/5/2014 11:15 AM

23 Baseball 11/5/2014 11:05 AM

24 archer lodge baseball, dance 11/5/2014 10:57 AM

25 SOCCER--ARCHERS LODGE BASKETBALL--CORINTH HOLDERS FOOTBALL--CORINTH HOLDERS 11/5/2014 10:53 AM BASEBALL--CORINTH HOLDERS

26 AL Soccer 11/5/2014 10:24 AM

27 Soccer 11/5/2014 9:14 AM

28 Archers lodge t-ball 11/5/2014 8:52 AM

29 T-Ball 11/5/2014 8:43 AM

30 YMCA Basketball, Archers Lodge T-Ball, Clayton Civitan Lacrosse, NCLA 11/5/2014 8:40 AM

31 Football,basketball , baseball , 11/5/2014 8:13 AM

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32 Archer Lodge Youth Soccer and Baseball 11/5/2014 7:54 AM

33 Fall soccer archer lodge, upwards spring football, Smithfieldparks and rec basketball, fall 2013 upward soccer 11/5/2014 7:53 AM

34 Archer's lodge soccer and t-ball 11/5/2014 7:44 AM

35 Archer lodge soccer and Corinth Community basketball league 11/5/2014 7:21 AM

36 Archer Lodge soccer 11/5/2014 6:39 AM

37 Inline hockey~ ECHO 11/5/2014 6:24 AM

38 AL soccer 11/5/2014 6:23 AM

39 Archer lodge, Corinth community recreation 11/5/2014 6:17 AM

40 Girl middle school age travel basketball. 11/5/2014 5:32 AM

41 Town of Clayton Parks and Recreation adult men's slow-pitch softball 11/5/2014 2:25 AM

42 Baseball, softball 11/4/2014 11:30 PM

43 Baseball and soccer 11/4/2014 11:02 PM

44 Baseba 11/4/2014 10:51 PM

45 Fall/spring baseball Fall soccer 11/4/2014 10:20 PM

46 Soccer. Baseball. Tball. 11/4/2014 10:13 PM

47 YMCA 11/4/2014 10:07 PM

48 Clayton parks and rec - basketball Archer lodge fall & spring soccer Archer lodge fall & spring baseball 9-13 11/4/2014 10:03 PM Archer lodge t-ball

49 Archers Lodge tball and soccer. Smithfield parks and recreation tball. 11/4/2014 9:55 PM

50 Archers Lodge tball 11/4/2014 9:53 PM

51 Softball and tball 11/4/2014 9:46 PM

52 Archer lodge 11/4/2014 9:42 PM

53 Tball 11/4/2014 9:38 PM

54 Archers lodge soccer tball 11/4/2014 9:37 PM

55 JUSA soccer, Clayton Little League 11/4/2014 9:36 PM

56 Baseball 11/4/2014 9:31 PM

57 Archers Lodge 11/4/2014 9:21 PM

58 Corinth, Clayton 11/3/2014 12:07 PM

59 archers lodge soccer 11/2/2014 3:01 PM

60 Archer Lodge soccer 10/31/2014 11:40 PM

61 Golf, Bowling, Rugby, Little League 10/21/2014 1:25 PM

62 Wendell spring baseball, Wendell basketball, Archer Lodge t-ball, Archer Lodge fall baseball, travel baseball 10/18/2014 9:59 AM

63 The Miracle League of Johnston County 10/13/2014 11:43 AM

64 Baseball, soccer and basketball 10/11/2014 9:40 PM

65 Clayton Little League, Upward 10/9/2014 4:07 PM

66 None 10/9/2014 1:37 AM

67 Kids soccer and baseball 10/8/2014 9:27 PM

68 JUSA Archer lodge athletics 10/8/2014 9:11 PM

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69 East wake soccer association 10/8/2014 9:10 PM

70 Knightdale Co-Ed Softball 10/8/2014 7:43 PM

71 Soccer 10/8/2014 6:57 PM

72 archer lodge baseball ymca soccer (twice per year) upward basketball in knightdale swim team at smithfield 10/8/2014 6:30 PM aquatics center

73 kids fall soceer 10/8/2014 4:57 PM

74 Upward Basketball 10/8/2014 4:21 PM

75 ALCC 8U baseball (coach pitch) ALCC 10U baseball (fall league) 10/8/2014 2:08 PM

76 Tiny Tots Basketball, Pee Wee Soccer 10/8/2014 1:58 PM

77 Archer Lodge, Smithfield Parks and Rec 10/8/2014 12:38 PM

78 ALCC soccer and t-ball 10/8/2014 12:24 PM

79 Ping millbooks in Raleigh for tennis 10/8/2014 12:10 PM

80 Church league softball 10/8/2014 11:59 AM

81 Soccer, basketball, softball, volleyball, Futsal, 10/8/2014 11:59 AM

82 none 10/8/2014 11:49 AM

83 Corinth Holder 10/8/2014 11:47 AM

84 Kids has participated in soccer, T-Ball, and baseball at Archer Lodge. 10/8/2014 11:44 AM

85 Soccer 10/8/2014 11:15 AM

86 JUSA Soccer 10/8/2014 10:52 AM

87 Being disabled - there are not any athletic leagues to participate in. Our son's wish to participate in an adult 10/8/2014 9:32 AM baseball league, but have not found any in the area. Softball is fine, but they prefer baseball. If there were an adult baseball league in our area, we would certainly come to watch them play.

88 JUSA Soccer Club 10/8/2014 6:58 AM

89 Soccer 10/7/2014 11:03 PM

90 Doing soccer, fall soccer JUSA, tae kwon do 10/7/2014 10:46 PM

91 Bowling 10/7/2014 10:24 PM

92 none 10/7/2014 9:56 PM

93 NA 10/7/2014 9:09 PM

94 JUSA 10/7/2014 6:23 PM

95 Bike riding 10/7/2014 5:30 PM

96 golf 10/7/2014 4:56 PM

97 2014 Fall Soccer (ages 4/5) 10/7/2014 3:51 PM

98 soccer 10/7/2014 2:50 PM

99 None 10/7/2014 2:47 PM

100 Soccer, tball 10/7/2014 1:38 PM

101 Johnston United Soccer Association Greater Cleveland Athletic Association volleyball Wendell Parks and 10/7/2014 12:44 PM Recreation volleyball and basketball

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Q18 Why do you/your family participate in recreation activities? Please rank your preferences below.

Answered: 187 Skipped: 29

To have fun

To be outdoors

It is free/affordable

Exercise/physic al fitness

To be with family/friends

For relaxation

To learn/education

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Total Score

To have fun 47.59% 25.67% 10.16% 8.56% 3.74% 3.21% 1.07% 89 48 19 16 7 6 2 187 5.91

To be outdoors 15.51% 24.60% 22.46% 22.46% 6.42% 6.42% 2.14% 29 46 42 42 12 12 4 187 4.93

It is free/affordable 3.21% 11.76% 20.32% 17.65% 16.04% 10.70% 20.32% 6 22 38 33 30 20 38 187 3.55

Exercise/physical fitness 13.37% 19.25% 17.65% 23.53% 15.51% 6.95% 3.74% 25 36 33 44 29 13 7 187 4.56

To be with family/friends 11.76% 11.23% 13.90% 12.30% 34.76% 12.30% 3.74% 22 21 26 23 65 23 7 187 4.01

For relaxation 3.74% 2.14% 6.95% 10.16% 13.37% 48.66% 14.97% 7 4 13 19 25 91 28 187 2.67

To learn/education 4.81% 5.35% 8.56% 5.35% 10.16% 11.76% 54.01% 9 10 16 10 19 22 101 187 2.38

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Q19 How do you find out about recreation programs and activities you participate in?

Answered: 180 Skipped: 36

Websites

From friends/neig...

Social media

Online newsletters

Newspaper articles

Printed school flyers/newsl...

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

Answer Choices Responses

Websites 71.11% 128

From friends/neighbors 66.11% 119

Social media 34.44% 62

Online newsletters 13.33% 24

Newspaper articles 18.89% 34

Printed school flyers/newsletters 15.56% 28

Total Respondents: 180

# Other (please specify) Date

1 The old red BBQ siqn!! 11/6/2014 12:20 PM

2 Email 11/5/2014 8:44 PM

3 The sign in the parking lot of the Archer Lodge Community Center 11/5/2014 3:04 PM

4 Emailing me 11/5/2014 2:52 PM

5 emails from community center 11/5/2014 7:55 AM

6 email 10/10/2014 11:44 AM

7 Member of Health Club 10/9/2014 9:05 AM

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8 Creat them myself. 10/9/2014 1:38 AM

9 The sign in the parking lot of the Archer Lodge Community Center 10/8/2014 4:22 PM

10 tv 10/8/2014 12:26 PM

11 posted signage at the park and fire dept 10/8/2014 11:52 AM

12 Signs 10/7/2014 6:25 PM

13 We dont have a local paper. We live in A/L. 10/7/2014 4:57 PM

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Q20 Would you be willing to volunteer to support a Town of Archer Lodge event, activity or program?

Answered: 187 Skipped: 29

Yes

No

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

Answer Choices Responses

Yes 56.15% 105

No 43.85% 82

Total 187

# If yes, please list your volunteer activities Date

1 Anything would do to help my community 11/15/2014 6:45 AM

2 Volunteer with Coach Pitch years ago 11/12/2014 9:25 PM

3 school and church 11/6/2014 7:03 PM

4 Baseball coach First Aid Instructor 11/6/2014 12:20 PM

5 Husband is a fireman 11/5/2014 1:52 PM

6 Already volunteer for ALCC 11/5/2014 11:06 AM

7 I have been a coach for AL Soccer 11/5/2014 10:24 AM

8 Depends on the activity. I do not have a limit. 11/5/2014 8:54 AM

9 coaching 11/5/2014 7:44 AM

10 Depends on what 11/5/2014 6:17 AM

11 Any 11/4/2014 11:31 PM

12 Coach 11/4/2014 9:54 PM

13 Clean up park 11/4/2014 9:37 PM

14 I have coached for many years. I also helped take care of the fields when my kids played there 11/3/2014 12:08 PM

15 Coach youth soccer 10/31/2014 11:40 PM

16 Sports, arts & crafts, holiday events 10/31/2014 10:22 AM

17 cooking, clean up, serving, ticket sales 10/14/2014 8:01 AM

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18 The Archers Lodge Community Center Meetings Finance Committee for Universal Playground in Clayton 10/13/2014 11:46 AM

19 I already coach tball and soccer. 10/9/2014 8:47 AM

20 Soccer coaching, various festival activities 10/8/2014 9:29 PM

21 ALSL coach 10/8/2014 8:29 PM

22 maybe, I am older and have health issues so I'm not sure if I could help 10/8/2014 7:54 PM

23 any 10/8/2014 6:31 PM

24 Scouts outdoor 10/8/2014 5:17 PM

25 if I was asked to participate with kids programs, I would. 10/8/2014 4:58 PM

26 I plan on being an assistant coach next year for my son's team Anything Bible related 10/8/2014 4:22 PM

27 Baseball program Family Fun Day Planning 10/8/2014 2:10 PM

28 Recreational coaching 10/8/2014 12:39 PM

29 Educational and exercise programs for senior citizens 10/8/2014 12:00 PM

30 Any cycling activities, music programs 10/8/2014 11:52 AM

31 tried that and felt like an outsider. was ridiculed at your auction b/c I am a "Northerner". Never felt welcome. Took 10/8/2014 11:49 AM my money & donations though.

32 Guardian Ad Litem (Johnston County) Volunteer at local schools Able to Serve (program fro adults with 10/8/2014 9:34 AM disabilities)

33 Trail maintenance, others 10/7/2014 10:48 PM

34 Wherever needed 10/7/2014 10:26 PM

35 Interpretive nature walks, bird watching, and night sky/ star gazing 10/7/2014 9:13 PM

36 Crafts, fairs, market. 10/7/2014 4:57 PM

37 Maybe if the mayor was more active in listening to people 10/7/2014 3:13 PM

38 I have not been asked to do anything in Archer Lodge but would love to help. I have been a GS leader, Cub 10/7/2014 1:29 PM Scour leader, Youth Group, Adult education coordinator, etc.

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Q21 Please share any additional thoughts/comments:

Answered: 28 Skipped: 188

# Responses Date

1 No greenways / trails on private property! Only construct greenways / trails adjacent to or on roadways. 11/18/2014 8:12 PM

2 Archer Lodge needs to offer more sports and move the age group for baseball and soccer 11/12/2014 9:27 PM

3 Coach of Orange soccer team fall of 2014 stacks his team. It is known he does this by all parents. He has been 11/6/2014 7:05 PM told before about playing only best players. Uses additional coaches for gain.

4 MY SON HAS PLAYED SOCCER FOR THE PAST 6 YEARS (SPRING AND FALL) AT ARCHERS LODGE. 11/5/2014 2:18 PM THIS FALL SEASON HAS BEEN THE MOST UNORGANIZED SEASON. NO REFEREE'S AT TIMES. SOME OF THE REFEREE'S THAT WE DID HAVE DID NOT PAY ATTENTION TO THE GAME (PLAYING WITH TELEPHONE). SOME TEAMS PLAYED BACK TO BACK DURING THE REGULAR SEASON. YOU MAY PLAY ONE TEAM TWICE AND ANOTHER TEAM ONLY ONCE. DURING THE REGULAR SEASON, EACH TEAM SHOULD PLAY EACH OTHER AT LEAST TWICE. TOO WIDE OF AN AGE GROUP (9-14 YR OLD). THE SYSTEM WAS BROKEN THIS SEASON. SORRY, BUT WE WILL BE TAKING A BREAK FROM ARCHERS LODGE FOR THE SPRING 2015 SEASON.

5 Bathrooms being locked all the time is a problem 11/5/2014 11:15 AM

6 We love archer lodge! 11/5/2014 10:58 AM

7 Our family loves to visit the Archer Lodge community park/playground. We've considered renting the shelter for 11/4/2014 11:48 PM birthday parties, but the fees are too high and not competitive with others in the area. We have rented park facilities in Zebulon instead due to their affordability.

8 Organizing a select baseball team would be great. There are many kids that want to play, but not enough spots 11/4/2014 9:39 PM on the Archers, Cyclones, GBI, etc.

9 I have been to facilities all around Raleigh and I would love to see Archers Lodge upgrade and expand because 11/1/2014 1:21 PM its so close. I have two small children that would greatly benefit.

10 The safety of the park concerns me. 10/27/2014 3:07 PM

11 Just concentrate on keeping undeveloped park land. We moved out here to get away from development not to be 10/15/2014 1:33 PM overrun by more. Trails (unpaved trails) and natural areas are what we need. This is not Raleigh/Cary and should never be. If people moved out here to get more Raleigh/Cary then they can go back and have all they want.

12 We moved out to Archer Lodge because it was rural and quiet. We don't want noise, crowded roadways, and 10/15/2014 11:03 AM crime. However, it seems wherever you go nowadays urban sprawl will follow you. Please keep the peace-and- quiet-loving, hard-working, long-commuting people in mind when scheduling and placing events. Thank you.

13 Keep things as is! 10/9/2014 1:39 AM

14 We love the convenience of the Archer Lodge Community Center sports leagues but the fields and facilities are 10/8/2014 9:34 PM barely adequate. I would like to see the town provide improved spaces for the kids.

15 Would love soccer fields that are permanent :) 10/8/2014 8:30 PM

16 I would like to see the town be more competitive in offering sports leagues and such. It just seems as though the 10/8/2014 6:34 PM childrens sports leagues are not as organized as they could be and the facilities are not maintained very well. I would like to see the town take over the community center and get away from the "private" park--either the whole community can use it or they can't. There is really nothing private about a park anyway. If we are going to have restrooms at the park, then they need to be OPEN AND MAINTAINED. That one thing is the reason a lot of parents don't enjoy using the park because they don't want their kids in the nasty portajohns. We need MORE athletic fields and more actitivies in general. MOST OF ALL, we need sidewalks up and down Covered Bridge Road and Buffalo Road. We would come to the park much more ofthen IF WE COULD SAFELY WALK THERE.

17 First year in Archer Lodge...content with program but there is room for improvements. 10/8/2014 4:59 PM

18 "If you build it, they will come." 10/8/2014 2:11 PM

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19 We like it so far. We really have enjoyed it. But my kids are into Tennis. 10/8/2014 12:11 PM

20 Would it be possible to work out something with Riverwood Athletic Club for an Archer Lodge membership? 10/8/2014 12:01 PM

21 Still cannot believe you have operated all these years without obtaining Non-Profit status. That was just insane. 10/8/2014 11:52 AM

22 I want AL to have sufficient sports activities for all ages so that I do not have to go to other communities for my 10/8/2014 11:49 AM children to participate (softball, baseball are our main interests)

23 IN ADDING THESE THINGS TO OUR TOWN IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO NOT OVERCROWD OUR TOWN I 10/8/2014 11:22 AM BOUGHT MY HOUSE HERE BECAUSE OF THE PEACE QUITE AND THE AWESOME FARMS AND COUNTRY LIVING I AM FOR ADDING THINGS LIKE YOU HAVE MENTIONED BUT I DONT WANT OUR TOWN TO LOSE ITS SMALL TOWN FEEL AND PLEASE DONT GET RID OF PLACES LIKE BARNS STORE AND GAS STATION PLACES LIKE THESE SHOULD BE CARED FOR AND PRESERVED

24 need more for people with disabilities & need to allow residents of Archer Lodge to use the Archer Lodge facilities 10/8/2014 9:35 AM (soccer goals)

25 Please grow with the surrounding towns. 10/7/2014 10:51 PM

26 My grandchildren have outgrown the ball teams to play here anymore. Archer Lodge need offer for the older 10/7/2014 6:37 PM children as well as the young.

27 None 10/7/2014 5:31 PM

28 I am disappointed in the direction the town is headed. every town develops, but this one is developing by telling 10/7/2014 3:14 PM it's residents that it will not.

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Q22 If you are interested in volunteering, please fill in your name and contact information:

Answered: 32 Skipped: 184

# Responses Date

1 Jennifer Barrow (919)553-2406 11/12/2014 9:27 PM

2 Jason Boggs [email protected] 919-669-8276 11/6/2014 12:21 PM

3 Stephanie Edmondson 919-550-6389 11/5/2014 7:42 PM

4 I WOULD IF I COULD. MY JOB DOES NOT ALLOW ME TIME TO DO THAT. 11/5/2014 2:18 PM

5 Carla Spears 919-995-8060 11/5/2014 9:15 AM

6 Jaime Twiford 919.961.6101 11/5/2014 8:54 AM

7 Toni Ravens 919-763-0998 11/5/2014 6:24 AM

8 Shannon Hime-Bizzarro 11/5/2014 5:33 AM

9 Paul Yates 9199018813 11/3/2014 12:08 PM

10 Kristi Woolard [email protected] 919-632-3532 10/31/2014 10:30 PM

11 Tabatha Moriarity, 919-901-2279 or [email protected] 10/31/2014 10:22 AM

12 bob davis 919-946-2463 10/21/2014 1:25 PM

13 current volunteer 10/18/2014 9:59 AM

14 Anna Bass, 919-550-8206, [email protected] 10/14/2014 8:01 AM

15 Laura Buchanan (919) 366-1500 10/13/2014 11:46 AM

16 The Barnes Family [email protected] 10/10/2014 11:45 AM

17 Patricia Foye 99-553-0810 10/9/2014 9:05 AM

18 Matt & Amy Dean 11095 Covered Bridge Road Zebulon, NC 27597 (919) 366-3775 10/8/2014 9:34 PM

19 TC Hyatt 919-669-1510 text or phone or [email protected] 10/8/2014 8:30 PM

20 Already a volunteer 10/8/2014 2:11 PM

21 Louanne Mobley 107 Murphy Dr. Clayton, NC 27527 10/8/2014 12:01 PM

22 Zac Drake 919-523-1364 10/8/2014 11:52 AM

23 Never again. It was all about the kids, yet I saw no parents at those meetings. No consideration was given to 10/8/2014 11:52 AM adults/Seniors and what they might like.

24 I WORK IN RALEIGH AND GO TO CHURCH IN RALEIGH SO I AM IN RALEIGH 6 DAYS OF THE WEEK BUT 10/8/2014 11:22 AM IF I CAN HELP IN SOME WAY I WILL FREDDIE VALENTIN 919-625-2333 FREDDIE.VALENTIN@LEITH- MB.COM

25 Pat Bordonaro 477 Wall Rd Wendell, NC 27591 ----- (919) 550-9511 [email protected] 10/8/2014 9:35 AM

26 I'll respond to requests for volunteers on Facebook 10/7/2014 10:51 PM

27 Douglas Prince 32 Bridgeport Cir. 919-585-7185 - home 919-809-3345 - cell 10/7/2014 10:27 PM

28 Wade Beviier [email protected] 919-553-2992 10/7/2014 9:14 PM

29 suzanne morse 684 Southwick Ave Clayton, 27527 10/7/2014 6:07 PM

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30 No 10/7/2014 5:31 PM

31 David Stelzner [email protected] 10/7/2014 2:48 PM

32 Susan Creech 704-517-0561 [email protected] (preference for contact) 10/7/2014 1:30 PM

54 / 54 APPENDIX D: FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES AND CREATIVE DPARTNERSHIPS Archer Lodge is currently seeking funding to purchase land for the first town park through the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF). If the Town is selected as a grant recipient, the PARTF funds will supplement the cost to purchase the future park property.

The PARTF grant and other potential federal, state and private funding sources that the Town of Archer Lodge could utilize in the development of their first park and for future parks and recreation facilities are de- scribed below. Federal Funding Sources

Land and Water Conservation Fund The Land and Water Conserva on Fund (LWCF) is administered by the De- partment of the Interior, Na onal Park Service. The fund provides matching grants for acquisi on and development of public outdoor and recrea on fa- cili es. It can be used for community park and recrea on facili es, including trails and greenways. Money is allocated through the State Division of Parks and Recrea on. Fi y percent of the local project costs must be met through in-kind services or cash. Source: www.nps.gov/lwcf/

The Surface Transporta on Program The Surface Transporta on Program (STP) provides funding which can be used for pedestrian and bicycle projects. Ten percent of these funds must be used for Transporta on Enhancement Ac vi es (TE). TE funds are limited to project construc on and cannot be used to cover the cost of rou ne mainte- nance. Source: www. wa.dot.gov/environment/te and www.enhacements. org

Safe Routes to School The Safe Routes to School (SR2S) Program provides funding for both infra- structure-related and behavioral projects geared toward providing a safe, appealing environment for walking and/or biking that will improve the quality of children’s lives and support na onal health objec ves by reducing traffi c, fuel consump on and air pollu on in the vicinity of schools. Eligible projects may be undertaken on any public road, bicycle or pedestrian path or trail near schools and includes such improvements as sidewalk improve- ments, traffi c calming/speed reduc on, pedestrian/bicycle crossing, on- street bicycle facili es, off -street bicycle/pedestrian facili es, secure bicycle parking and traffi c diversion. Source: www. wa.dot.gov

Recrea onal Trails Program The Recrea onal Trails Program (RTP) provides funding to develop, con- struct, rehabilitate and maintain trails for recrea onal purposes that include pedestrian, equestrian, and bicycling. Matching grants are available to eli- gible en es for development of trails for use by hikers, equestrians and/or mountain bikes. Source: www. wa.dot.gov/environment/rectrails/

Wetland Reserve Program The Wetland Reserve Program is administered by the US Department of

Appendix D: Funding Opportuni es & Crea ve Partnerships D-1 Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conserva on Service and off ers technical and fi nancial assistance to landowners who want to restore and protect wetland areas for water quality and wildlife habitat. The program pays private land- owners who agree to place sensi ve wetlands under permanent easements, and it can be used to fund protec on of open space and greenways within riparian corridors. Source: www.nrcs.usda.gov

Environmental Educa on Grants Program (EPA) The Environmental Educa on Grants Program is sponsored by the EPA’s Envi- ronmental Educa on Division (EED) and provides funding for environmental educa on projects. The purpose of the program is to improve the public’s awareness and knowledge, and create skills that help ci zens make edu- cated decisions that have an eff ect on environmental quality. Source: www. epa.gov

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Grant Opportunities The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service off ers several federal grants that help protect habitat for fi sh and wildlife in the Southeastern states. For a complete list of grant programs, refer to the website listed below. Source: www.fws. gov/southeast/grants/GrantOpportuni es.html

National Endowment for the Arts Grant Opportunities The Na onal Endowment for the Arts off ers several federal grants that provide funding for public art. For a complete list of grant programs, refer to the website listed below. Source: www.nea.gov

Watershed Program The Watershed Program is implemented by the Natural Resources Conserva on Service (NRCS). The program provides funding and technical assistance to states and local agencies to plan and implement projects that include soil conserva on, fl ood preven on, u liza on and disposal of water, and conserva on and proper u liza on of land. Source: www.nrcs.usda.gov

National Park Foundation Grants The Na onal Park Service off ers several grants centered around trail planning and construc on, public parks, and public involvement and educa on. The website listed below has a full lis ng of all funding opportuni es available through the Na onal Park Service. Source: www.nps.gov/partnerships/NPF_ grants_and_prgs.htm State Funding Sources

North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund The NC Clean Water Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) is one of the largest sources of money in North Carolina for conserva on, preserva on and resto- ra on of environmental and natural resources. The CWMTF provides fund- ing for land acquisi on, planning, and stormwater and wastewater projects. Source: www.cwm .net

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Adopt-a-Trail Grant Program The NC Adopt-A-Trail Grant Program (AAT) provides funding for engineering and environmental studies as well as trail construc on and maintenance up to a maximum of $5,000. Source: www.ncparks.gov/About/trails_grants.php

North Carolina Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund The NC Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund (PARTF) is the leading source of fund- ing for building and renova ng recrea on areas, and acquiring land for new and exis ng recrea on areas in North Carolina. The PARTF requires a 50/50 match from local governments. The PARTF funds may be used for acquisi on, development and renova on of recrea onal areas. Source: www.par .net

Conserva on Trust for North Carolina The Conserva on Trust for North Carolina (CTNC) is a non-profi t organiza- on working to protect areas with signifi cant scenic, ecological, recrea onal, agricultural, historic or cultural value. The CTNC works with local land trusts around the state, including the Piedmont Land Conservancy and The Land Trust for Central North Carolina, in working with landowners to procure prop- erty or easements in signifi cant areas, and to obtain grants and other funding for projects. Source: www.ctnc.org

The Nature Conservancy The North Carolina chapter of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a non-profi t organiza on that works with individuals, businesses, communi es, local gov- ernments and partner organiza ons to help protect the natural environment through a number of programs such as prescribed burns, conserva on ease- ments and working to address threats to biodiversity such as invasive plants and animals. TNC uses a scien fi c approach in selec ng preserva on areas, and works with land owners to create conserva on easements and develop programs to help the environment. Although TNC does not provide grants, they provide informa on and help in fi nding/acquiring funding for projects involving conserva on. Source: www.nature.org

Recreational Trails Program The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recrea on the Recrea onal Trails Program through its NC Trails Program. The grant is open to government agencies and non-profi t organiza ons for trail construc on and maintenance projects, trail side facili es construc on and land acquisi on for trails. Source: www.ncparks.gov/About/trails_grants.php

Agriculture Cost Share Program The Agriculture Cost Share Program is administered by NCDENR’s Division of Soil and Water Conserva on. The program helps farmers fund the installa on of BMPs that benefi t water quality. Source: www.enr.state.nc.us/DSWC/ pages/agcostshareprogram.html

NC Agricultural Development & Farmland Preservation Trust Fund The NC Agricultural Development & Farmland Preserva on Trust Fund was

Appendix D: Funding Opportuni es & Crea ve Partnerships D-3 established by the NC General Assembly. The fund protects farmland from development through the acquisi on of the land for conserva on easements. Source: www.ncadfp.org

Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program The Conserva on Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) uses federal and state resources to fund conserva on easements for landowners in approved watershed areas to provide protec on of environmentally sensi ve cropland and pastureland. Source: www.enr.state.nc.us/dswc/pages/crep.html

Ecosystem Enhancement Program The Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) uses funding allocated to the NC DOT to purchase and protect lands impacted by road projects and achieve open space protec on for the State. Source: www.nceep.net/pages/ apartnershipfor.html

NC Conservation Tax Credit Program The NC Conserva on Tax Credit Program is administered by NCDENR in which a credit can be received against income taxes when property is donated for conserva on. This tax credit equals 25% of the fair market value of proper es donated for conserva on purposes - up to $250,000 for an individual or $500,000 for a corpora on. Source: www.onencnaturally.org/pages/ Conserva onTaxCredit.html

Water Resource Development Project Grant Program The Water Resource Development Project Grant Program is administered by NCDENR’s Division of Water Resources. The program requires a minimum of 50% non-federal fund matching. It provides funding for projects in seven categories that include; General Naviga on, Recrea onal Naviga on, Water Management, Stream Restora on, Beach Protec on, Land Acquisi on and Facility Development for Water-Based Recrea on, and Aqua c Weed Control. Source: www.ncwater.org/Financial_Assistance/

Wetlands Reserve Enhancement Program The Wetlands Reserve Enhancement Program (WREP) is administered by the USDA Natural Resources Conserva on Service to acquire and protect wetland, stream and riparian buff er areas to ensure their con nued func oning in the areas of water quan ty and quality control and as wildlife habitat. Source: www.nc.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/WRP/WREP.html

Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Initiative The Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Ini a ve is a joint eff ort between the NCDOT Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian Transporta on and the Transporta on Planning Branch. The ini a ve is a matching grant program which provides funding for municipali es to develop comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian plans. Source: www.ncdot.org/bikeped/planning/

Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program The Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program is administered by the NC

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Division of Forest Resources and the Urban & Community Forestry Program. It provides matching funds for crea ng urban and community forestry programs. Source: www.dfr.state.nc.us

NC Arts Council Grant The NC Arts Council, a division of the NC Department of Cultural Resources, provides numerous grants to nonprofi t organiza on for arts programming. The NC Arts Council typically requires grant recipients to match funds one- to-one, and the funding can be used to hire accomplished ar sts to produce work or conduct programs. Source: www.ncarts.org

NC Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs The NC Offi ce of Environmental Educa on and Public Aff airs keeps a regularly-updated lis ng of current grant opportuni es rela ng to the natural environment. Source: www.web.eenorthcarolina.org Private Funding Sources

AmeriCorps NCCC The AmeriCorps NCCC (Na onal Civilian Community Corps) will partner with organiza ons such as non-profi ts, local municipali es and state governments to complete service projects including infrastructure improvement, environ- mental stewardship and conserva on, urban and rural development. Source: www.americorps.gov

The Conserva on Fund The Conserva on Fund is a non-profi t organiza on that works with govern- ment agencies, land trusts, nonprofi t organiza ons and others in helping to acquire and protect landscape with signifi cant value for recrea on, wildlife habitat or history. Source: www.conserva onfund.org

NC Rural Economic Development Center, Inc. The NC Rural Economic Development Center, Inc. addresses economic revi- taliza on in North Carolina’s rural areas. The Small Town’s Ini a ve Grant supports projects in 56 selected towns that preserve and enhance important resources and provide new economic opportuni es. Source: www.ncrural- center.org

Kodak American Greenways Awards Program The Kodak American Greenways Awards Program is based on a partnership between the Conserva on Fund and the Na onal Geographic Society. The program provides up to four awards each year to individuals, corpora ons, organiza ons or public agencies that have undertaken greenway, trail or natural area projects. Source: www.conserva onfund.org/kodak_awards

Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation The Z. Smith Reynolds Founda on is a Greensboro-based founda on assis ng environmental projects of local governments and non-profi ts in North Carolina, but they do not fund land acquisi on. Source: www.zsr.org

Appendix D: Funding Opportuni es & Crea ve Partnerships D-5 The Wal-Mart Foundation The Wal-Mart Founda on seeks to fund ini a ves that integrate their current focus of hunger relief into their main focus areas of Educa on, Workforce Development/Economic Opportunity, Environmental Sustainability, and Health and Wellness. Source: h p://walmartstores.com/communitygiving/

Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation and Community Development Group The Deutsche Bank Americas Founda on and Community Development Group provide an assortment of community development grants for projects involving environmental sustainability. Source: www.db.com/community

Golden Leaf Foundation The Golden Leaf Founda on funds projects that focus on opportuni es to support and develop economic strength in tobacco-dependent, economically distressed, and/or rural communi es. Source: www.goldenleaf.org

Bikes Belong Coalition The Bikes Belong Coali on is a na onal organiza on comprised of bicycle retailers and suppliers. The Bikes Belong Coali on provides grants that provide funding for bike paths, rail trails, mountain bike trails, bike parks, BMX facili es and bicycle advocacy ini a ves. Source: www.bikesbelong.org

Student Conservation Association The Student Conserva on Associa on (SCA) is a non-profi t group consis ng of young people giving hands-on service to na onal parks, cultural landmarks, and community green spaces. The SCA provides such services as trail maintenance and clearing, construc on of erosion preven on structures, stream bank stabiliza on and invasive plant control. Source: www.thesca.org

Audubon North Carolina Audubon North Carolina is a grassroots organiza on which focuses on conserving and restoring natural habitats, with a major focus on the needs of birds. Audubon North Carolina u lizes science-based research and conserva on, educa on, outreach and advocacy in an eff ort to improve natural habitats. Source: h p://nc.audubon.org

Ducks Unlimited Ducks Unlimited (DU) is a grassroots, volunteer-based organiza on which focuses on conserving, restoring and managing wetlands and other habitats for waterfowl. DU volunteers host grassroots fundraising events in order to raise unrestricted funds for high priority areas. Source: www.ducks.org

Trust for Public Land The Trust for Public Land (TPL) is a na onal non-profi t organiza on that helps agencies and communi es iden fy and generate funds for conserva on from federal, state, local and philanthropic sources. TPL does not provide any grants or funding. Source: www.tpl.org

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Partnerships with Local Schools

As previously stated, the Archer Lodge Middle School has two ball fi elds and a soccer fi eld. It could be benefi cial to the Town of Archer Lodge to partner with this and other schools for shared use of fi elds and recrea onal facili es.

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