Public Spaces Master Plan- Implementation Advisory Committee (PSMP- - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Public Spaces Master Plan- Implementation Advisory Committee (PSMP- IAC) Kickoff Meeting October 1, 2019 NOTE: This presentation is a working document, and some recommendations or ideas may have evolved or 1 changed based on continued
October 1, 2019
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NOTE: This presentation is a working document, and some recommendations or ideas may have evolved or changed based on continued discussions and additional analyses.
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Adopted 04/25/19
Arlington County Comprehensive Plan
Urban Forest Master Plan Public Art Master Plan Natural Resources Management Plan
Adopted 04/25/19
SUB-ELEMENTS
Related Documents:
Plans
Conservation Plans, etc.
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200+ recommendations
PUBLIC SPACES VISION Arlington County envisions a network of publicly- and privately-owned public spaces that connect the County’s established neighborhoods and growing corridors to natural areas, protect valuable natural resources, provide
casual recreation, and ensure access to the Potomac River, Four Mile Run, and their tributaries.
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Couny Board in July 2019- Jane/Irena
fall 2019
Tasks Estimated Timeline Reappoint the PSMP Implementation Advisory Committee Kick-off meeting- October 1, 2019 Update the Natural Resources Management & Urban Forest Master Plans (Priority Action 10, Action 3.1., page 96) Initiate in Fall 2019/Winter 2020 Field utilization analysis (Priority Action 4, Action Step 1.2.5., page 60) Initiate in Winter 2020 Update the County’s zoning regulations as they relate to parks and public spaces (Action Step 1.5.10., page 68) Initiate in Winter/Spring 2020 Review options and identify a preferred formal process for adding lights to athletic fields (Action Step 1.5.5., page 67) Initiate in Spring/Summer 2020 Refine the Casual Use Space concept (Action Steps 1.3.1, 1.3.2 page 61) Initiate in Winter 2020 Other PSMP Recommendations (200+) Workshop in early 2020
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Purpose: established by the County Manager to provide guidance on the implementation of the PSMP. Overall Charge: The responsibilities of the PSMP-IAC shall include, but are not limited to the following tasks:
recommendations;
implement specific PSMP recommendations;
Reporting: Annual update to the County Board on the progress toward implementation of the PSMP.
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Adopted in 2004 Adopted in 2010 Combined into the Integrated Forestry and Natural Resources Master Plan
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The County will work with the community to determine a set of use assumptions that will enable consistent evaluation of field utilization and capacity. This will be used in conjunction with the Level of Service recommendations (see 1.2.4.). (pg. 60)
As the County needs, trends and population projections may change, conducting a needs assessment and reviewing and updating Level of Service analysis and methodology on a regular basis would allow the County to keep pace with these changes and adjust its recommendations
space amenities, such as casual use spaces, natural lands, dog parks/runs, trails, athletic fields, community gardens, etc., to refine the Level of Service standards and approaches in the future. (pg. 60)
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Organization Offering Arlington Little League Youth Baseball Arlington Babe Ruth Youth Baseball Arlington Travel Baseball Youth Baseball Arlington Soccer Association Youth Soccer Youth Ultimate League of Arlington Ultimate (Frisbee) Arlington Youth Lacrosse Youth Lacrosse Arlington Tackle Football Youth Football Arlington Girls Softball Association Youth Softball Arlington Senior Babe Ruth Baseball American Legion Post 139 Baseball
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Sport Offering Youth/Adults Flag Football Youth Softball Adults Pick-Up Soccer Adults Bolivian Veteran’s Soccer League Adults NOVA Coaches League Adults Arlington Co-ed Kicks Adults Arlington Women’s Soccer League Adults Old Guys Soccer League (OGSL) Adults
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DIAMOND FIELDS RECTANGULAR FIELDS COMBINATION FIELDS
Fields Used For:
Fields Use For:
3 lighted
14 synthetic 15 lighted
2 synthetic 19 lighted
Fields Used For: All Diamond & Rectangular Sports Depending on Season/Time of the Year
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public spaces in “S-3A” and “PS” districts, and other County codes as needed, related to public processes, setbacks, athletic field and other lighting, parking and parking options, dog parks and dog runs, signage, height, water features, fencing and temporary use of public and private property as public space. (pg. 68-69)
The majority of athletic fields in Arlington are located within or adjacent to residential
and fully exploring possible mitigation measures and potential changes in use patterns, would ensure that the potential impact to adjacent residences is appropriately considered. (pg. 67)
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Fort C.F. Smith Park
Priority Action 5 1.3. Ensure access to spaces that are intentionally designed to support casual, impromptu use and connection with nature. (page 61) 1.3.1. Undertake an inventory of casual use spaces to better understand their distribution and gaps. 1.3.2. Explore opportunities to develop standards for casual use spaces. 1.3.3. When developing plans for public spaces, include intentionally designed casual use spaces where appropriate.
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Definition: Space that supports casual, impromptu use, including relaxation, reflection, informal activities or connection with nature. May be publicly available at all times or at designated times.
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is at the core of planning and design, provide abundant and varied opportunities to connect residents with the natural world. In a biophilic city, natural space is everyday space, and the
should seek to integrate biophilic planning and design of our public spaces to promote the important link between human health and well-being and the meaningful daily experience of nature and biodiversity in our densifying community.
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GOOD PRACTICE GUIDELINES & DESIGN ELEMENTS
Welburn Square, Arlington
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