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PZ 12-04-24 Agenda with Associated Documents MEETING AGENDA Planning & Zoning Commission REGULAR SESSION PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION December 4, 2024 HAL BALDWIN MUNICIPAL COMPLEX COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1400 SCHERTZ PARKWAY BUILDING #4 SCHERTZ, TEXAS 78154 CITY OF SCHERTZ CORE VALUES Do the right thing Do the best you can Treat others the way you want to be treated Work cooperatively as a team AGENDA WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold the regularly scheduled meeting at 6:00p.m., Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the City Council Chambers. In lieu of attending the meeting in person, residents will have the opportunity to watch the meeting via live stream on the City's YouTube Channel. 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.SEAT ALTERNATE TO ACT IF REQUIRED 3.HEARING OF RESIDENTS This time is set aside for any person who wishes to address the Planning and Zoning Commission. Each person should fill out the Speaker’s register prior to the meeting. Presentations should be limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Discussion by the Commission of any item not on the agenda shall be limited to statements of specific factual information given in response to any inquiry, a recitation of existing policy in response to an inquiry, and/or a proposal to place the item on a future agenda. The presiding officer, during the Hearing of Residents portion of the agenda, will call on those persons who have signed up to speak in the order they have registered. 4.CONSENT AGENDA: A.Minutes for the November 6, 2024 Regular Meeting. 5.PUBLIC HEARING: The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing related to zone change requests, specific use permit requests, and Unified Development Code Amendments within this agenda. The public hearing will be opened to receive a report from staff, the applicant, the adjoining property owners affected by the applicant’s request, and any other interested persons. Upon completion, the public hearing will be closed. The Commission will discuss and consider the application, and may Planning & Zoning December 4, 2024 Page 1 of 3 request additional information from staff or the applicant, if required. After deliberation, the Commission is asked to consider and act upon the following requests and make a recommendation to the City Council if necessary. A.PLZC20240256 – Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 26 acres of land, from Single-Family Residential District (R-2) to Single-Family Residential District (R-6), known as a portion of Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 64640, generally located 78 feet South of the intersection of Savannah Drive and Irish Creek Road, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. B.PLZC20240260 – Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 85 acres of land, from Agricultural District (AD) to approximately 30 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-6) and approximately 55 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-2), generally located 2,000 feet North of the intersection of Weir Road and Trainer Hale Road, more specifically known as Bexar County Property Identification Numbers 310048 and 1190132, City of Schertz, Bexar County, Texas. C.PLZC20240285 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 20 acres of land from General Business District (GB), Agricultural District (AD), and Pre-Development District (PRE) to Middle Density Residential District (R-5), more specifically known as 5524 Eckhardt Road, also known as a portion of Comal County Property Identification Numbers 75449 and 78233, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. D.PLCPA20240300 - Conduct a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan by adopting the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) Master Plan E.PLUDC20240298 - Conduct a public hearing, workshop and discussion and possible action to make a recommendation on amendments to Part III of the Schertz Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code (UDC), to Article 11, Section 21.11.6 Prohibited Signs and Section 21.11.17 Temporary Signs 6.REQUESTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: A.Requests by Commissioners to place items on a future Planning and Zoning Agenda B.Announcements by Commissioners City and community events attended and to be attended Continuing education events attended and to be attended C.Announcements by City Staff. City and community events attended and to be attended. 7.INFORMATION AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PACKETS- NO DISCUSSION TO OCCUR Planning & Zoning December 4, 2024 Page 2 of 3 A.Current Projects and City Council Status Update 8.ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR MEETING CERTIFICATION I, Daisy Marquez, Planner, of the City of Schertz, Texas, do hereby certify that the above agenda was posted on the official bulletin boards on this the 26th day of November, 2024 at 5:00 p.m., which is a place readily accessible to the public at all times and that said notice was posted in accordance with chapter 551, Texas Government Code. Daisy Marquez, Planner I certify that the attached notice and agenda of items to be considered by the Schertz Planning & Zoning Commission was removed from the official bulletin board on _____day of _______________, 2024. _______________title:_____________ This facility is accessible in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Handicapped parking spaces are available. If you require special assistance or have a request for sign interpretative services or other services please call 619-1030 at least 24 hours in advance of meeting. The Planning and Zoning Commission for the City of Schertz reserves the right to adjourn into executive session at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed above, as authorized by the Texas Open Meetings Act. Executive Sessions Authorized: This agenda has been reviewed and approved by the City’s legal counsel and presence of any subject in any Executive Session portion of the agenda constitutes a written interpretation of Texas Government Code Chapter 551 by legal counsel for the governmental body and constitutes an opinion by the attorney that the items discussed therein may be legally discussed in the closed portion of the meeting considering available opinions of a court of record and opinions of the Texas Attorney General known to the attorney. This provision has been added to this agenda with the intent to meet all elements necessary to satisfy Texas Government Code Chapter 551.144(c) and the meeting is conducted by all participants in reliance on this opinion. Planning & Zoning December 4, 2024 Page 3 of 3 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 12/04/2024 Agenda Item 4 A TO:Planning and Zoning Commission PREPARED BY:Daisy Marquez, Planner SUBJECT:Minutes for the November 6, 2024 Regular Meeting. Attachments Minutes for the November 6, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting- DRAFT D R A F T PLANNING AND ZONING MINUTES November 6, 2024 The Schertz Planning and Zoning Commission convened on November 6, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Municipal Complex, Council Chambers, 1400 Schertz Parkway Building #4, Schertz, Texas. Present: Glen Outlaw, Chairman; Richard Braud, Vice Chairman; Roderick Hector, Commissioner; Clayton Wallace, Commissioner Absent: Judy Goldick, Commissioner; Tamara Brown, Commissioner; John Carbon, Commissioner; Patrick McMaster, Commissioner Staff present: Brian James, Deputy City Manager; Lesa Wood, Director of Planning & Community Development; Emily Delgado, Planning Manager; Samuel Haas, Senior Planner; Daisy Marquez, Planner; William Willingham, Planner 1.CALL TO ORDER Chairman Outlaw called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. 2.SEAT ALTERNATE TO ACT IF REQUIRED Commissioner Wallace was seated as the alternate. 3.HEARING OF RESIDENTS This time is set aside for any person who wishes to address the Planning and Zoning Commission. Each person should fill out the Speaker’s register prior to the meeting. Presentations should be limited to no more than three (3) minutes. Discussion by the Commission of any item not on the agenda shall be limited to statements of specific factual information given in response to any inquiry, a recitation of existing policy in response to an inquiry, and/or a proposal to place the item on a future agenda. The presiding officer, during the Hearing of Residents portion of the agenda, will call on those persons who have signed up to speak in the order they have registered. Gary Droughbay; 652 Colt Trail Rebecca Schrader; 704 Colt Trail Dale Hanson; 305 Kochst 4.CONSENT AGENDA: A.Minutes for the October 2, 2024 Regular Meeting. Motioned by Commissioner Clayton Wallace to approve the Consent Agenda, seconded by Vice Chairman Richard Braud Vote: 4 - 0 Passed 5.PUBLIC HEARING: 5.PUBLIC HEARING: The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing related to zone change requests, specific use permit requests, and Unified Development Code Amendments within this agenda. The public hearing will be opened to receive a report from staff, the applicant, the adjoining property owners affected by the applicant’s request, and any other interested persons. Upon completion, the public hearing will be closed. The Commission will discuss and consider the application, and may request additional information from staff or the applicant, if required. After deliberation, the Commission is asked to consider and act upon the following requests and make a recommendation to the City Council if necessary. A.PLSPU20240229 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a Specific Use Permit to allow a convenience store with gas pumps on approximately 2.2 acres of land zoned General Business District (GB), located at the intersection of Schertz Parkway and Live Oak Road, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 145138, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. Mrs. Marquez gave a presentation on PLSPU20240229. Chairman Outlaw opened the Public Hearing at 6:16p.m. Eric Troutman ; 606 Bindseil Grove, Schertz Texas Gary Droubay ; 652 Colt Trail, Schertz Texas Heather Haygood ; 821 E. Live Oak, Schertz Texas Rachelle Schrader; 704 Colt Trail, Schertz Texas Daniel Calderon ; 684 Colt Trail, Schertz Texas Joyce Teague ; 607 Bindseil Grove, Schertz Texas Michele McCoy; 652 Colt Trail, Schertz Texas Linnea Troutman; 606 Bindseil Grove, Schertz Texas Vanessa Herrera ; 631 Bindseil Grove, Schertz Texas Chairman Outlaw closed the Public Hearing at 6:30p.m. Motioned by Commissioner Clayton Wallace to recommend Denial to the City Council , seconded by Commissioner Roderick Hector Vote: 4 - 0 Passed B.PLZC20240242 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 19.94 acres of land from General Business District (GB), Agricultural District (AD), and Pre-Development District (PRE) to Apartment / Multifamily District (R-4), more specifically known as 5524 Eckhardt Road, also known as Comal County Property Identification Numbers 75449 and 78233, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. Mr. Haas gave a presentation on PLZC20240242. Chairman Outlaw opened the Public Hearing at 7:04p.m. Brian Wetz; 5500 Eckhardt Rd, New Braunfels Texas Chairman Outlaw closed the Public Hearing at 7:07p.m. Motioned by Commissioner Clayton Wallace to recommend Denial to the City Council , seconded by Commissioner Roderick Hector Vote: 4 - 0 Passed C.PLZC20240249 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 100 acres of land from General Business District (GB) and Agricultural District (AD) to Manufacturing Light District (M-1) and Apartment / Multifamily District (R-4) generally located at the intersection of Schwab Road and IH 35, more specifically known as Comal County Property Identification Numbers 79017, 75463, 79018, and 75468, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. Mr. Haas gave a presentation on PLZC20240249. Mr. Landa, applicant's representative, spoke on behalf of the applicant. Chairman Outlaw opened the Public Hearing at 7:42p.m. No one spoke. Chairman Outlaw closed the Public Hearing at 7:43p.m. Motioned by Commissioner Roderick Hector to recommend Approval to the City Council , seconded by Commissioner Clayton Wallace Vote: 4 - 0 Passed D.PLSPU20240219 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow Mixed-Use Self-Storage in General Business District (GB) on approximately 3.6 acres, located along the IH-35 North access road, near the intersection of Cibolo Valley Drive, more specifically known as a portion of Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 185564, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. Mr. Willingham gave a presentation on PLSPU20240219. Chairman Outlaw opened the Public Hearing at 7:57p.m. No one spoke. Chairman Outlaw closed the Public Hearing at 7:58p.m. Motioned by Vice Chairman Richard Braud to recommend Approval to the City Council with conditions as identified by staff, seconded by Commissioner Clayton Wallace Vote: 4 - 0 Passed E.PLZC20240255 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately .23 acres of land from General Business District (GB) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU), more specifically known as 702 Main Street, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 21458, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. Mr. Haas gave a presentation on PLZC20240255. Chairman Outlaw opened the Public Hearing at 8:07p.m. No one spoke. Chairman Outlaw closed the Public Hearing at 8:07p.m. Motioned by Commissioner Clayton Wallace to recommend Approval to the City Council , seconded by Commissioner Roderick Hector Vote: 4 - 0 Passed F.PLZC20240232 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 1.66 acres of land from General Business District (GB) and Single Family Residential District (R-2) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU), more specifically known as 819, 817, and 815 Main Street and 810 Exchange Avenue, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Numbers 29057, 29058, 29059, 29060, 67493, 67495 City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas Mr. Haas gave a presentation on PLZC20240232. Chairman Outlaw opened the Public Hearing at 8:13p.m. No one spoke. Chairman Outlaw closed the Public Hearing at 8:14p.m. Motioned by Commissioner Clayton Wallace to recommend Approval to the City Council , seconded by Vice Chairman Richard Braud Vote: 4 - 0 Passed G.PLZC20240237: Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 3.014 acres of land to Agricultural District (AD), more specifically known as a portion of Comal County Property Identification Number 79004, Comal County, Texas. Mrs. Delgado gave a presentation on PLZC20240237. Chairman Outlaw opened the Public Hearing at 8:22p.m. No one spoke. Chairman Outlaw closed the Public Hearing at 8:22p.m. Motioned by Commissioner Clayton Wallace to recommend Approval to the City Council , seconded by Commissioner Roderick Hector Vote: 4 - 0 Passed 6.REQUESTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS: A.Requests by Commissioners to place items on a future Planning and Zoning Agenda Chairman Outlaw requested a presentation on the Development Process at a future Planning and Zoning Commission meeting. B.Announcements by Commissioners City and community events attended and to be attended Continuing education events attended and to be attended Chairman Outlaw and Commissioner Hector gave announcements. C.Announcements by City Staff. C.Announcements by City Staff. City and community events attended and to be attended. There were no announcements by Staff. 7.INFORMATION AVAILABLE IN THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION PACKETS- NO DISCUSSION TO OCCUR A.Current Projects and City Council Status Update 8.ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR MEETING Chairman Outlaw adjourned the meeting at 8:29 p.m. ____________________________________ Chairman, Planning and Zoning Commission ______________________________ Recording Secretary, City of Schertz PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 12/04/2024 Agenda Item 5 A TO:Planning and Zoning Commission PREPARED BY:Daisy Marquez, Planner SUBJECT:PLZC20240256 – Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 26 acres of land, from Single-Family Residential District (R-2) to Single-Family Residential District (R-6), known as a portion of Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 64640, generally located 78 feet South of the intersection of Savannah Drive and Irish Creek Road, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. BACKGROUND The applicant is requesting to rezone approximately 26 acres of land from Single-Family Residential District (R-2) to Single-Family Residential District (R-6). The property is currently a polo field. The subject property is planned to be part of a larger development that proposes developing within the Accident Potential Zone II (APZ-II). The portion of the property within the APZ-II is not part of the requested rezone. On November 19, 2024, twenty-two (22) public hearing notices were mailed to the surrounding properties within a 200-foot notification boundary of the subject property. At the time of the staff report, zero (0) responses in favor, zero (0) responses neutral, and one (1) response in opposition have been received. A public hearing notice will be published in the "San Antonio Express" prior to the City Council Meeting. Additionally, two (2) signs were placed on the subject property by the applicant. The City of Schertz Fire, EMS, and Police Departments have been notified of the proposed zone change and have not provided objections. A public hearing notice was also mailed to Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District. The most recent SCUC ISD Demographic Report and 10 Year Campus Forecasting Report have been attached to the Staff Report. Subject Property: Zoning Land Use Existing Single-Family Residential District (R-2)Polo Field Proposed Single-Family Residential District (R-6)Single-Family Residences Adjacent Properties: Zoning Land Use North Planned Development District (PDD)Single Family Residences South Single-Family Residential District (R-2)Undeveloped East Single-Family Residential District (R-2)Drainage West Single-Family Residential District (R-2) & Universal City Single Family Residences GOAL The applicant is proposing to zone approximately 26 acres of land to Single-Family Residential District (R-6). COMMUNITY BENEFIT It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the City’s vision of future growth. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION When evaluating zone changes, Staff refers to the criteria listed in UDC Section 21.5.4.D. The criteria are listed below: 1. Whether the proposed zoning change implements the policies of the adopted Comprehensive Land Plan, or any other applicable adopted plans; The subject property is designated as Complete Neighborhood in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan-Future Land Use Map. The Complete Neighborhood Land Use Designation is described as general areas characterized by a mixture of housing options with supporting land uses, such as neighborhood commercial with a consideration of roadway classification, conflicts among land uses and buildings, and undue concentration or diffusion of population when considering the appropriateness of housing density and commercial activity. Single-Family Residences do meet the intent of the Complete Neighborhood Land Use Designation. However, when considering the roadway classification and conflicts among land uses, the proposed Single-Family Residential District (R-6) does not implement the policies of the adopted Comprehensive Land Plan. As per the zoning exhibit provided by the applicant, Property Identification Number 64640 is partially located within the APZ-II and is proposed to be developed at Single-Family Residential District (R-2), the current zoning designation. The proposed zone change is the remainder of approximately 26 acres of the subject parcel, and they are requesting an increase in density. The 2015 Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) - Randolph Joint Land Use Study (JLUS), includes provisions for development within the APZ-II to encourage and promote compatibility with military operations and to protect public welfare. These provisions include a maximum residential density of 2 units per acre. The existing Single-Family Residential District (R-2) exceeds the density and the proposed Single-Family Residential District (R-6) does not help remedy the density within the APZ-II. The proposed zone change does not promote partnership with the City of Schertz community partners and does not decrease the potential conflicts among land uses, which ultimately does not promote the policies of the adopted Comprehensive Land Use Plan. 2. Whether the proposed zoning change promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the City. As part of promoting health, safety, and welfare, the City should encourage development compatible with surrounding uses utilizing standards and transitional uses to alleviate negative impacts. Per the zoning exhibit, the applicant is proposing to fully develop the approximately 44 acres of land, even the portion within the Accident Potential Zone II (APZ II). Additionally, a wet pond is proposed on the subject property which is located within the JBSA-Randolph BASH Zone. The BASH Zone is the Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard Zone and development within the BASH zone should help mitigate bird attraction within this zone. A proposed wet pond does not help mitigate bird attraction. 3. Whether other uses permitted by the proposed change will be consistent and appropriate with existing uses in the immediate area. The proposed Single-Family Residential District (R-6) is not incompatible with the surrounding land uses. Single-Family Residential District (R-6) is intended for single-family detached residences on a minimum lot size of 7,200 square feet, together with schools, churches, and parks necessary to create basic neighborhood units. This district is intended to be developed using contemporary building styles and allowing those dwellings to be constructed on relatively small lots with the maximum size tract of R-6 to be 30 acres as per UDC Section 21.5.5. Although the existing Single-Family Residential District (R-2) is also not incompatible with the surrounding land uses, the portion of the proposed development within the APZ-II is being proposed to be developed. The proposed rezone to Single-Family Residential District (R-6) of approximately 26 acres further exacerbates the provision from the JLUS that requests 2 units per acre for residential development for compatibility with the APZ-II. 4. Whether other factors are deemed relevant and important in the consideration of the amendment. Previous zoning discussions at the City Council have established a policy that if a proposed zone change would not result in an inherently better development than what could potentially develop with the current zoning, then the proposed zone change would not be desired. The proposed Single-Family Residential District (R-6) would not inherently create a better development due to the concerns of the existing zoning within the APZ-II and the increase of density proposed with the requested rezoning that does not meet the provisions of the 2015 JLUS. Previous applications for a zone change at the subject property for a Planned Development District (PDD) proposed to restrict development outside the APZ-II and received affirmative support from JBSA-Randolph, but was denied. At the previously requested zone change, the adjacent residential property owners provided significant opposition to higher-density residential development. RECOMMENDATION The proposed zone change does not mitigate conflicts between land uses and does not implement policy set by City Council in previous discussions. Staff recommends denial of PLZC20240256. 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The City of Schertz may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) described herein at any time.* GUADALUPE COUNTY PARCEL ID: 64640 CURRENT : Classification (PRE) Pre-Development (PDD) Planned Development (PUB) Public Use (R-A) Single-family Residential/Agricultural (R-1) Single-Family Residential (R-2) Single-Family Residential (R-3) Two-Family Residential (R-4) Apartment/Multi-Family Residential (R-6) Single-family Residential (R-7) Single-family Residential (AD) Agricultural District (GH) Garden Home/Single-Family Residential (Zero Lot Line) (TH) Townhome (MHS) Manufactured Home Subdivision (MHP) Manufactured Home Parks (GB) General Business (GB-2) General Business II (NS) Neighborhood Services (OP) Office and Professional (MSMU) Main Street Mixed Use (MSMU-ND) Main Street Mixed Use New Development (M-1) Manufacturing (Light) (M-2) Manufacturing (Heavy) (DVL) Development Agreement (Delayed Annexation) 0 400 800 1,200200Feet PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE PROPOSED DETENTION SAVANNAH DR. S A V A N N A H D R . SA V A N N A H D R . 7 3 6 736 734 732 73 2 73 6 7 3 4 732 732734 7 3 6 738 738 740 73 6 738 728 738 728 736 736 734 732 732 734 730 7 4 0 736 740 736 S E L M A SC H E R T > UNIVERSAL CITY SCHERT> UNIVERSAL CITY SELMA 50' ROW 50 ' R O W 50' ROW 50' ROW 50' ROW 5 0 ' R O W 60 ' R O W 50' RO W 50' R O W 5 0 ' R O W 50 ' R O W 70' 70 ' 80 ' 80 ' 80 ' 8 0 ' 60' 60' 60' 75' 60' SAVANNAH FARMS 44.11 Ac. 70' 70' 50' ROW 50 ' R O W EXISTING WATER MAIN 16' WATER EASEMENT EXISTING WATER MAIN 16' WATER EASEMENT 71 ' 70' 75' 70 ' 77' 60 ' R O W 8 0 ' 8 0 ' 50 ' R O W A P > I I L I M I T S A P > I I L I M I T S OCTOBER 2024 SAVANNAH FARMS / MASTER LAND PLAN OPTION 2 CUDE ENGINEERS 4122 POND HILL ROAD, SUITE 101 SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78231 P:(210)681.2951 F: (210) 523.7112SCHERTZ, TEXAS SAN ANTONIO AUSTIN SAN MARCOS SCALE: 1"=100' 100 50 1000 P: \ 0 4 4 0 6 \ 0 0 0 \ 2 - D W G \ 1 - E x h i b i t s \ S a v a n n a h F a r m s M L P 6 0 s & 7 0 s o p 2 . d w g 2 0 2 4 / 1 0 / 2 8 1 0 : 5 2 a m r c h a i r e s N S E W MERITAGE HOMES OF TEXAS, L.L.C. 2722 W. BITTERS RD., SUITE 200 SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78231 P:(210)402.6045 F: (210) 402.7397 LEGEND SAVANNAH FARMS 60' X 130' LOT RIGHT OF WAY OPEN SPACE DETENTION / WATER QUALITY BASIN FEMA 100 YR FLOODPLAIN 70' X 130' LOT DEVELOPMENT SUMMARY USE LOTS ACREAGE DU/Ac. RESIDENTIAL 111 25.64 4.33 ROW N/A 7.51 N/A OPEN SPACE N/A 10.96 N/A TOTAL 111 44.11 2.52 LAND USE SUMMARY LOT LOTS % LOTS 60s 74 66.67% 70s 37 33.33% TOTAL 111 100.00% 1Q24 Demographic Report 2 San Antonio MSA Employment Growth 3 State Enrollment Trends 2023-2024 Total Enrollment 5,531,168 Total Growth 12,736 1-Year Change Enrollment Texas ISD Enrollment Change 4 Region 20 Enrollment Trends •Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD enrollment declined by 672 students between 2018/19 and 2023/24 (-4.2%). •SCUCISD enrollment declined by 382 students, or -2.5%, since 2022/23 •Region 20 has seen a 5-year enrollment decrease of 11,586 students (-2.5% growth). •Student enrollment declined by 4,285 students from 2022/23, in Region 20 (-1% growth). © 2022 Zonda 16,059 17,933 0 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 2014Q1 2015Q1 2016Q1 2017Q1 2018Q1 2019Q1 2020Q1 2021Q1 2022Q1 2023Q1 2024Q1 Annual Housing Starts vs. Annual Closings Annual Housing Starts Annual Closings Source: Zonda San Antonio New Home Starts & Closings Key Trends Starts: -1% YOY / +10% QOQ Closings: -4% YOY / -2% QOQ Closings Exceed Starts by 1,874 Homes 6 San Antonio New Home Ranking Report ISD Ranked by Annual Closings –1Q24 * Based on additional Zonda Education housing research ** Totals DO NOT include Age-restricted communities Rank District Name Annual Starts Annual Closings Inventory VDL Future 1 NORTHSIDE ISD (BEXAR)3,403 3,625 2,242 6,817 22,741 2 COMAL ISD 2,537 2,918 1,865 4,945 23,012 3 EAST CENTRAL ISD 1,653 2,094 964 4,679 24,881 4 MEDINA VALLEY ISD 2,155 2,087 1,456 4,197 28,248 5 SOUTHWEST ISD 1,079 1,186 646 2,295 7,897 6 JUDSON ISD 803 1,068 495 701 1,120 7 SCHERTZ CIBOLO ISD 717 831 453 1,746 6,698 8 NAVARRO ISD 840 824 529 1,443 6,317 9 BOERNE ISD 646 740 518 1,138 10,321 10 NEW BRAUNFELS ISD 490 642 306 1,262 6,275 11 SOUTHSIDE ISD 637 547 349 1,118 12,722 12 NORTH EAST ISD 358 451 234 789 5,491 13 SEGUIN ISD 347 358 224 669 5,600 14 SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD 137 203 132 331 620 15 SAN ANTONIO ISD 119 147 171 372 670 16 FLORESVILLE ISD 147 117 91 147 101 17 MARION ISD 157 76 109 202 4,495 18 LYTLE ISD 62 66 41 392 1,046 19 PLEASANTON ISD 59 48 22 59 50 20 ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD 18 46 35 18 19 0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200 1,400 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Annual Starts Annual Closings 7 District New Home Starts and Closings Starts 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Closings 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 1Q 175 201 237 294 349 103 189 1Q 133 138 165 190 181 280 235 2Q 180 176 197 300 393 187 2Q 185 211 249 258 227 247 3Q 177 207 261 265 174 241 3Q 185 240 286 268 218 199 4Q 185 198 232 319 63 157 4Q 161 179 213 196 334 155 Total 717 782 927 1,178 979 688 189 Total 664 768 913 912 960 881 235 8 District Housing Overview by Elementary Zone Highest activity in the category Second highest activity in the category Third highest activity in the category Elementary Annual Starts Quarter Starts Annual Closings Quarter Closings Under Const.Inventory Vacant Dev. Lots Future CIBOLO VALLEY 81 16 91 32 27 64 324 238 GREEN VALLEY 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 PASCHAL 3 0 1 0 2 3 42 242 ROSE GARDEN 188 43 233 66 77 110 512 3,017 SCHERTZ 22 0 50 11 2 11 0 60 SIPPEL 180 69 129 58 100 145 533 1,719 WATTS 89 21 112 25 21 45 41 580 WIEDERSTEIN 154 40 215 43 37 75 294 842 Grand Total 717 189 831 235 266 453 1,746 6,698 9 District Housing Overview •The district has 23 actively building subdivisions •Within SCUCISD there are 7 future subdivisions in various stages of planning •Of these, groundwork is underway on more than 970 lots within 8 subdivisions 10 Residential Activity Legendary Trails •361 total lots •117 future lots •47 vacant developed lots •40 homes under construction •152 homes occupied •Started 24 homes in 1Q24, started 54 homes in last 12 months •Groundwork underway on remaining lots in Phase 3 •Meritage •$348K+ Grace Valley •868 total lots •719 future lots •65 vacant developed lots •42 homes under construction •38 homes occupied •Started 35 homes in 1Q24, started 84 homes in last 12 months •First homes closed 4Q23 •Groundwork underway on 162 lots in Phase 2 •Lennar •$242K -$280K 11 Residential Activity Saddle Creek Ranch •807 total lots •35 future lots •92 vacant developed lots •13 homes under construction •639 homes occupied •Closed 37 homes in last 12 months •Groundwork underway on remaining lots •$300K+ 12 Residential Activity Steele Creek •940 total lots •387 future lots •114 vacant developed lots •20 homes under construction •406 homes occupied •Started 28 homes in 1Q24, started 97 homes in last 12 months •Closed 30 homes in 1Q24, closed 145 homes in last 12 months •Equipment on site for 115 lots in Phase 6 •DR Horton •$324K+ 13 Residential Activity Saddlebrook Ranch •636 total future lots •Groundwork underway on 168 lots in Phases 1 –3 •Equipment on site for 132 lots in Phases 4 & 6 •Ashton Woods Carmel Ranch •127 total future lots •Final plat approved Jan 2023 •Groundwork underway on all lots •Meritage 14 Housing Market Trends: Multi-family Market-March 2024 •There are roughly 588 multi-family units under construction •There are more than 1,600 future multi-family units in various stages of planning across the district 15 District Multi-Family Overview 16 Multi-Family Activity Cibolo Commons •288 apartment units under construction •Construction went vertical mid 2023 •Estimated lease date Aug 2024 17 Multi-Family Activity Aviator 1518 •300 apartment units under construction •Initial groundwork underway •Estimated lease date Fall 2025 18 TEA Transfer Report * Totals include additional districts due to TEA rounding rules Transfers Out To:2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 5 Year Change Basis Texas 19 13 22 50 46 48 +29 Comal ISD 34 42 60 109 100 112 +78 East Central ISD 10 11 11 13 13 20 +10 FT Sam Houston ISD 40 45 56 59 53 49 +9 Great Hearts Texas 34 43 119 159 192 192 +158 IDEA Public Schools 53 71 91 77 65 465 +412 Judson ISD 30 57 52 106 229 152 +122 Legacy Traditional Schools 0 0 0 0 463 527 +527 North East ISD 14 19 20 38 42 61 +47 Randolph Field ISD 444 472 551 529 504 526 +82 San Antonio ISD 18 27 26 14 41 40 +22 School of Science and Technology 16 27 74 288 370 628 +612 Texas College Preparatory Academies 272 328 356 365 414 309 +337 Total Transfers Out*1,079 1,283 1,591 1,981 2,695 3,312 +2,233 Transfers In From:2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 5 Year Change Comal ISD 47 48 48 46 47 47 0 East Central ISD 15 3 3 16 16 30 +15 Judson ISD 111 109 93 92 93 83 -28 Marion ISD 18 28 29 36 27 22 +4 New Braunfels ISD 32 29 32 37 30 21 -11 North East ISD 47 45 52 52 55 34 -13 Seguin ISD 3 3 10 10 3 11 +8 Total Transfers In*304 296 300 317 308 275 -29 19 Charter Schools 296,323 316,804 336,900 365,930 377,375 404,066 422,916 0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 450,000 2017/18 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Total Charter Enrollment 23,508 20,481 20,096 29,030 11,445 26,691 18,850 0 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 35,000 2017/18 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Charter Enrollment Change •There are currently more than 930 charter schools operating in Texas •These charters enrolled 422,916 students in 2023/24, an increase of 18,850 from 2022/23 •33 Campuses Opened in 2023/24 Charter Schools: San Antonio There are currently more than 130 charter school campuses open in the San Antonio Area These campuses enrolled more than 55,000 students in 2023/24, a rise of nearly 3,500 students over last year 5 separate campuses opened or began reporting enrollment in 2023/24 Charter Schools: Opening in San Antonio 2024/25 *Undisclosed Address –Approximate Location on Map 1*, 2*, 3* 9 5 4 6 7 8 10 22 Yellow box = largest grade per year Green box = second largest grade per year Ten Year Forecast by Grade Level Year (Oct.)EE/PK K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th Total Total Growth % Growth 2019/20 413 1,048 1,036 1,093 1,125 1,184 1,211 1,234 1,183 1,180 1,419 1,340 1,282 1,224 15,972 154 1.0% 2020/21 325 951 1,019 1,040 1,077 1,135 1,143 1,232 1,248 1,219 1,293 1,394 1,305 1,292 15,673 -299 -1.9% 2021/22 455 935 997 1,019 1,074 1,116 1,124 1,221 1,287 1,318 1,428 1,347 1,305 1,264 15,890 217 1.4% 2022/23 436 819 962 998 1,077 1,114 1,067 1,133 1,230 1,306 1,478 1,371 1,247 1,283 15,521 -369 -2.3% 2023/24 430 788 838 967 997 1,090 1,079 1,097 1,178 1,264 1,435 1,459 1,238 1,286 15,146 -375 -2.4% 2024/25 384 747 849 866 1,006 1,043 1,108 1,118 1,126 1,198 1,413 1,427 1,354 1,225 14,864 -282 -1.9% 2025/26 406 789 795 870 896 1,052 1,061 1,134 1,145 1,145 1,328 1,387 1,321 1,332 14,661 -203 -1.4% 2026/27 443 861 840 816 897 933 1,072 1,093 1,167 1,164 1,269 1,316 1,274 1,306 14,451 -210 -1.4% 2027/28 438 850 918 851 841 932 950 1,104 1,120 1,187 1,294 1,256 1,218 1,258 14,217 -234 -1.6% 2028/29 446 866 907 945 879 879 947 975 1,128 1,138 1,318 1,278 1,161 1,206 14,073 -144 -1.0% 2029/30 456 886 919 941 978 919 893 974 994 1,147 1,265 1,304 1,180 1,151 14,007 -66 -0.5% 2030/31 465 904 940 951 970 1,020 935 919 1,000 1,010 1,277 1,251 1,205 1,170 14,017 10 0.1% 2031/32 477 931 960 973 982 1,012 1,038 962 944 1,017 1,128 1,263 1,156 1,193 14,036 19 0.1% 2032/33 489 954 984 995 1,006 1,025 1,029 1,068 989 960 1,130 1,117 1,167 1,146 14,059 22 0.2% 2033/34 500 976 1,011 1,021 1,028 1,051 1,042 1,059 1,099 999 1,066 1,120 1,034 1,156 14,162 103 0.7% 23 Ten Year Forecast by Campus Fall ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity 2023/24 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 2030/31 2031/32 2032/33 2033/34 CIBOLO VALLEY EL 891 1,200 657 611 587 589 594 594 608 617 620 627 637 GREEN VALLEY EL 673 924 533 497 482 469 497 506 524 535 537 535 529 NORMA PASCHAL EL 673 924 625 591 582 564 544 546 559 569 574 580 585 ROSE GARDEN EL 891 1,200 896 882 878 891 923 957 999 1,046 1,075 1,104 1,131 SCHERTZ EL 675 1,102 668 628 605 601 576 581 588 591 586 582 582 SIPPEL EL 675 1,058 672 679 690 721 756 782 827 867 904 961 1,030 WATTS EL 673 924 513 469 440 428 423 428 446 457 463 476 490 WIEDERSTEIN EL 675 1,058 546 538 544 527 517 529 549 568 574 587 602 ELEMENTARY TOTALS 5,110 4,895 4,808 4,790 4,830 4,922 5,099 5,250 5,335 5,453 5,587 Elementary Percent Change -5.48%-4.21%-1.78%-0.37%0.83%1.91%3.59%2.96%1.63%2.20%2.46% Elementary Absolute Change -296 -215 -87 -18 40 92 177 151 85 117 134 JORDAN INT 810 1,000 769 796 763 777 742 676 646 641 695 734 739 SCHLATHER INT 810 1,200 682 700 689 640 573 563 594 597 651 682 677 WILDER INT 810 1,250 725 730 743 748 739 683 627 616 654 681 685 INTERMEDIATE TOTALS 2,176 2,226 2,195 2,165 2,054 1,922 1,867 1,854 2,000 2,097 2,101 Intermediate Percent Change -1.09%2.30%-1.39%-1.37%-5.13%-6.43%-2.86%-0.70%7.87%4.85%0.19% Intermediate Absolute Change -24 50 -31 -30 -111 -132 -55 -13 146 97 4 DOBIE JH 1,300 1,540 1,316 1,229 1,194 1,228 1,196 1,152 1,058 1,009 1,025 1,025 1,109 CORBETT JH 1,080 1,500 1,126 1,095 1,096 1,103 1,111 1,114 1,083 1,001 936 924 989 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 2,442 2,324 2,290 2,331 2,307 2,266 2,141 2,010 1,961 1,949 2,098 Junior High School Percent Change -3.71%-4.83%-1.46%1.79%-1.03%-1.78%-5.52%-6.12%-2.44%-0.61%7.64% Junior High School Absolute Change -94 -118 -34 41 -24 -41 -125 -131 -49 -12 149 CLEMENS HS 2,700 3,300 2,563 2,576 2,550 2,469 2,419 2,397 2,400 2,418 2,383 2,292 2,183 STEELE HS 2,160 3,200 2,700 2,688 2,663 2,541 2,452 2,411 2,345 2,330 2,202 2,113 2,038 ALSELC 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 5,418 5,419 5,368 5,165 5,026 4,963 4,900 4,903 4,740 4,560 4,376 High School Percent Change 0.73%0.02%-0.94%-3.78%-2.69%-1.25%-1.27%0.06%-3.32%-3.80%-4.04% High School Absolute Change 39 1 -51 -203 -139 -63 -63 3 -163 -180 -184 DISTRICT TOTALS 15,146 14,864 14,661 14,451 14,217 14,073 14,007 14,017 14,036 14,059 14,162 District Percent Change -2.42%-1.86%-1.37%-1.43%-1.62%-1.01%-0.47%0.07%0.14%0.16%0.73% District Absolute Change -375 -282 -203 -210 -234 -144 -66 10 19 22 103 Yellow box = exceeds Functional Capacity 24 Key Takeaways SCUCISD has roughly 450 homes currently in inventory with nearly 1,750 additional lots available to build on Groundwork is underway on more than 970 lots within 8 subdivisions Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD is forecasted to enroll more than 14,000 students by 2028/29 and more than 14,160 students by 2033/34 15,146 14,073 14,162 13,000 13,500 14,000 14,500 15,000 15,500 16,000 16,500 Enrollment Projections FORECASTING CONSIDERATIONS • • • • • • 13,540 14,056 14,586 15,081 15,465 15,615 15,768 15,972 15,673 15,890 15,521 15,146 14,864 10,000 11,000 12,000 13,000 14,000 15,000 16,000 17,000 18,000 19,000 20,000 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024-P # O F S T U D E N T S DISTRICT ENROLLMENT HISTORICAL ENROLLMENT 1.0% growth per year (153 students per year) 1.3% loss per year (-195 students per year) 3.4% growth per year (481 students per year) HISTORICAL ENROLLMENT BY CAMPUS LEVEL 5,261 5,446 5,512 5,716 5,783 5,811 5,899 5,547 5,596 5,406 5,110 4,895 2,125 2,211 2,326 2,253 2,252 2,344 2,445 2,375 2,345 2,200 2,176 2,226 2,210 2,211 2,341 2,421 2,453 2,403 2,363 2,467 2,605 2,536 2,442 2,324 4,460 4,718 4,902 5,075 5,127 5,210 5,265 5,284 5,344 5,379 5,418 5,419 0 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,000 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024-P # O F S T U D E N T S CAMPUS LEVEL ENROLLMENT Elementary Intermediate Junior High High School ENROLLMENT HISTORY BY LEVEL –OCTOBER • • • • • • • STUDENT TRANSFERS PEIMS YEAR TRANSFER IN TRANSFER OUT DIFFERENCE 2012 216 681 -465 2013 212 704 -492 2014 244 647 -403 2015 302 702 -400 2016 297 907 -610 2017 290 1061 -771 2018 304 1079 -775 2019 296 1283 -987 2020 300 1591 -1291 2021 317 1981 -1664 2022 308 2695 -2387 2023 Data available in March First Year of Founders Charter School First Year of School of Science and Technology First Year of Legacy Traditional School STUDENT TRANSFERS IN VS. OUT 216 212 244 302 297 290 304 296 300 317 308 681 704 647 702 907 1,061 1,079 1,283 1,591 1,981 2,695 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 # O F S T U D E N T S STUDENT TRANSFERS IN vs OUT TRANSFER IN TRANSFER OUT School of Science and Technology Pre-K –8th Grade Legacy Traditional Pre-K –8th Grade Founders Academy K –12th Grade MAIN DESTINATIONS FOR TRANSFERS OUT 444 472 551 529 504 272 328 356 365 414 34 43 119 159 192 16 24 71 285 367 52 106 229 0 463 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 # O F S T U D E N T S TRANSFER DESTINATIONS Randolph ISD Founders Academy Great Hearts School of Science and Technology Judson ISD Legacy Traditional SO, HOW MANY STUDENTS WILL WE HAVE IN THE FUTURE? 14,056 15,081 15,615 15,972 15,890 15,146 14,661 14,217 14,007 14,036 14,162 10,000 11,000 12,000 13,000 14,000 15,000 16,000 17,000 18,000 19,000 20,000 # O F S T U D E N T S DISTRICT HISTORICAL ENROLLMENT AND PROJECTIONS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS o o o o PEIMS YEAR PROJECTED ENROLLMENT GROWTH (DECLINE) PERCENTAGE CHANGE 2023 15,146 -375 -2.42% 2024-P 14,864 -282 -1.86% 2025-P 14,661 -203 -1.37% 2026-P 14,451 -210 -1.43% 2027-P 14,217 -234 -1. 62% 2028-P 14,073 -144 -1.01% 2029-P 14,007 -66 -0.47% 2030-P 14,017 10 0.07% 2031-P 14,036 19 0.14% 2032-P 14,059 22 0.16% 2033-P 14,162 103 0.73% PEIMS YEAR PROJECTED ENROLLMENT GROWTH (DECLINE) PERCENTAGE CHANGE 2023 15,146 -375 -2.44% 2024-P 14,864 -282 -1.86% 2025-P 14,661 -203 -1.37% 2026-P 14,451 -210 -1.43% 2027-P 14,217 -234 -1. 62% 2028-P 14,073 -144 -1.01% 2029-P 14,007 -66 -0.47% 2030-P 14,017 10 0.07% 2031-P 14,036 19 0.14% 2032-P 14,059 22 0.16% 2033-P 14,162 103 0.73% ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS o o o WHY HAS IT BECOME SO HARD TO PROJECT ENROLLMENT? o o o o o o FORECASTING CONSIDERATIONS • • • • •CAMPUS CAPACITY UNDERSTANDING CAMPUS CAPACITY o o o o o o o o o PLANNING USING OUR MAXIMUM CAPACITY o CAPACITY RELIEF TOOLS o o o o o o o o o ELEMENTARY CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 CIBOLO VALLEY EL 891 1,200 761 657 611 587 589 594 594 608 617 620 627 637 % Max Capacity 63%55%51%49%49%49%49%51%51%52%52%53% GREEN VALLEY EL 673 924 586 533 497 482 469 497 506 524 535 537 535 529 % Max Capacity 63%58%54%52%51%54%55%57%58%58%58%57% NORMA PASCHAL EL 673 924 603 625 591 582 564 544 546 559 569 574 580 585 % Max Capacity 65%68%64%63%61%59%59%60%62%62%63%63% ROSE GARDEN EL 891 1,200 899 896 882 878 891 923 957 999 1,046 1,075 1,104 1,131 % Max Capacity 75%75%74%73%74%77%80%83%87%90%92%94% SCHERTZ EL 675 1,102 671 668 628 605 601 576 581 588 591 586 582 582 % Max Capacity 61%61%57%55%55%52%53%53%54%53%53%53% SIPPEL EL 675 1,058 742 672 679 690 721 756 782 827 867 904 961 1,030 % Max Capacity 70%64%64%65%68%71%74%78%82%85%91%97% WATTS EL 673 924 593 513 469 440 428 423 428 446 457 463 476 490 % Max Capacity 64%56%51%48%46%46%46%48%49%50%52%53% WIEDERSTEIN EL 675 1,058 551 546 538 544 527 517 529 549 568 574 587 602 % Max Capacity 52%52%51%51%50%49%50%52%54%54%55%57% ELEMENTARY TOTALS 5,826 8,390 5,406 5,110 4,895 4,808 4,790 4,830 4,922 5,099 5,250 5,335 5,453 5,587 % Max Capacity 64%61%58%57%57%58%59%61%63%64%65%67% Elementary Percent Change -3.40%-5.48%-4.21%-1.78%-0.37%0.83%1.91%3.59%2.96%1.63%2.20%2.46% Elementary Absolute Change -190 -296 -215 -87 -18 40 92 177 151 85 117 134 ELEMENTARY CAPACITIES 90% 92%94% 91% 97% 67% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY CIBOLO VALLEY EL GREEN VALLEY EL NORMA PASCHAL EL ROSE GARDEN EL SCHERTZ EL SIPPEL EL WATTS EL WIEDERSTEIN EL ELEMENTARY TOTALS INTERMEDIATE CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 JORDAN INT 810 1,000 716 769 796 763 777 742 676 646 641 695 734 739 % Max Capacity 72%77%80%76%78%74%68%65%64%70%73%74% SCHLATHER INT 810 1,200 750 682 700 689 640 573 563 594 597 651 682 677 % Max Capacity 63%57%58%57%53%48%47%50%50%54%57%56% WILDER INT 810 1,250 734 725 730 743 748 739 683 627 616 654 681 685 % Max Capacity 59%58%58%59%60%59%55%50%49%52%54%55% INTERMEDIATE TOTALS 3,450 2,201 2,176 2,226 2,195 2,165 2,054 1,922 1,867 1,854 2,000 2,097 2,101 % Max Capacity 64%63%65%64%63%60%56%54%54%58%61%61% Intermediate Percent Change -6.13%-1.09%2.30%-1.39%-1.37%-5.13%-6.43%-2.86%-0.70%7.87%4.85%0.19% Intermediate Absolute Change -144 -24 50 -31 -30 -111 -132 -55 -13 146 97 4 INTERMEDIATE CAPACITIES 74% 61% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY JORDAN INT SCHLATHER INT WILDER INT INTERMEDIATE TOTALS JUNIOR HIGH CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 DOBIE JH 1,300 1,540 1,348 1,316 1,229 1,194 1,228 1,196 1,152 1,058 1,009 1,025 1,025 1,109 % Max Capacity 88%85%80%78%80%78%75%69%66%67%67%72% CORBETT JH 1,080 1,500 1,188 1,126 1,095 1,096 1,103 1,111 1,114 1,083 1,001 936 924 989 % Max Capacity 79%75%73%73%74%74%74%72%67%62%62%66% JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 3,040 2,537 2,442 2,324 2,290 2,331 2,307 2,266 2,141 2,010 1,961 1,949 2,098 % Max Capacity 83%80%76%75%77%76%75%70%66%65%64%69% Junior High School Percent Change -2.62%-3.71%-4.83%-1.46%1.79%-1.03%-1.78%-5.52%-6.12%-2.44%-0.61%7.64% Junior High School Absolute Change -68 -94 -118 -34 41 -24 -41 -125 -131 -49 -12 149 JUNIOR HIGH CAPACITIES 72% 66% 69% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY DOBIE JH CORBETT JH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS HIGH SCHOOL CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 CLEMENS HS 2,700 3,300 2,544 2,563 2,576 2,550 2,469 2,419 2,397 2,400 2,418 2,383 2,292 2,183 % Max Capacity 77%78%78%77%75%73%73%73%73%72%69%66% STEELE HS 2,160 3,200 2,716 2,700 2,688 2,663 2,541 2,452 2,411 2,345 2,330 2,202 2,113 2,038 % Max Capacity 85%84%84%83%79%77%75%73%73%69%66%64% HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 6,650 5,381 5,418 5,419 5,368 5,165 5,026 4,963 4,900 4,903 4,740 4,560 4,376 % Max Capacity 81%81%81%81%78%76%75%74%74%71%69%66% High School Percent Change 0.69%0.71%0.02%-0.94%-3.78%-2.69%-1.25%-1.27%0.06%-3.32%-3.80%-4.04% High School Absolute Change 37 38 1 -52 -204 -137 -64 -63 3 -163 -180 -183 HIGH SCHOOL CAPACITIES 66% 64% 66% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY CLEMENS HS STEELE HS HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS FORECASTING CONSIDERATIONS • • • • • •BONDING CAPACITY PROJECTING BONDING CAPACITY -SCUC o PROJECTING TAX REVENUE o ASSUMES NO REFINANCING FOR BOND SAVINGS o DEFEASING PRINCIPAL o MODEST PROPERTY VALUE GROWTH o 4.0% ANNUAL INCREASE FOR 2024-2028 o 2.0% ANNUAL INCREASE FOR 2029-2033 o AS DEBT IS RESTRUCTURED AND PROPERTY VALUES INCREASE, WE BEGIN TO HAVE SOME BONDING CAPACITY o CAPACITY FOR ADDITIONAL DEBT IS LOWER AT FIRST, MORE IN LATER YEARS o FORECASTING USING THREE OPTIONS FOR I&S TAX RATE o $0.47 PER $100 OF VALUATION (CURRENT), $0.48 PER $100 VALUATION, AND $0.49 PER $100 VALUATION PROJECTED AVAILABLE BOND DOLLARS $215 $246 $278 $312 $347 $362 $380 $399 $419 $438 $284 $316 $351 $388 $426 $442 $463 $483 $505 $526 $- $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 $300 $350 $400 $450 $500 $550 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 BO N D C A P A C I T Y I N M I L L I O N S SCUC Bond Capacity by Year & Rate Bond Capacity 47¢Bond Capacity 48¢Bond Capacity 49¢ PROJECTING FACILITY COSTS -SCUC o o o o o o o o o o o PROJECTING FACILITY COSTS -SCUC YEAR High School Junior High Elementary/ Intermediate 2024 $ 235,000,000 $ 113,000,000 $ 72,000,000 2025-P $ 242,050,000 $ 116,390,000 $ 74,160,000 2026-P $ 246,891,000 $ 118,717,800 $ 75,643,200 2027-P $ 251,828,820 $ 121,092,156 $ 77,156,064 2028-P $ 256,865,396 $ 123,513,999 $ 78,699,185 2029-P $ 262,002,704 $ 125,984,279 $ 80,273,169 2030-P $ 267,242,758 $ 128,503,965 $ 81,878,632 2031-P $ 272,587,614 $ 131,074,044 $ 83,516,205 2032-P $ 278,039,366 $ 133,695,525 $ 85,186,529 2033-P $ 283,600,153 $ 136,369,435 $ 86,890,260 2034-P $ 289,272,156 $ 139,096,824 $ 88,628,065 PROJECTED BOND CAPACITIES VS. CONSTRUCTION COSTS $0 $100,000,000 $200,000,000 $300,000,000 $400,000,000 $500,000,000 $600,000,000 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 BONDING CAPACITY VS CONSTRUCTION COSTS JUNIOR HIGH Bond Capacity 47¢Bond Capacity 48¢Bond Capacity 49¢ PROJECTED BOND CAPACITIES VS. CONSTRUCTION COSTS $0 $100,000,000 $200,000,000 $300,000,000 $400,000,000 $500,000,000 $600,000,000 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 BONDING CAPACITY VS CONSTRUCTION COSTS JUNIOR HIGH Bond Capacity 47¢Bond Capacity 48¢Bond Capacity 49¢ Estimated $41 M in HVAC needs over the next 10 years Estimated $9 M in Ancillary Systems needs over the next 10 years Estimated $40 M in Building and Site needs over the next 10 years TAKE AWAYS…. o o o o o o o o o QUESTIONS/COMMENTS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 12/04/2024 Agenda Item 5 B TO:Planning and Zoning Commission PREPARED BY:Daisy Marquez, Planner SUBJECT:PLZC20240260 – Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 85 acres of land, from Agricultural District (AD) to approximately 30 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-6) and approximately 55 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-2), generally located 2,000 feet North of the intersection of Weir Road and Trainer Hale Road, more specifically known as Bexar County Property Identification Numbers 310048 and 1190132, City of Schertz, Bexar County, Texas. BACKGROUND The applicant is requesting to rezone a total of 85 acres of land from Agricultural District (AD) to approximately 30 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-6) and approximately 55 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-2). As per UDC Section 21.5.5, the maximum size tract that can be zoned Single-Family Residential District (R-6) is 30 acres. On November 19, 2024, eleven (11) public hearing notices were mailed to the surrounding property owners within a 200-foot boundary of the subject property. At the time of the staff report, one (1) response in favor, zero (0) responses neutral, and zero (0) responses in opposition have been received. A public hearing notice will be published in the "San Antonio Express" prior to the City Council Meeting. Additionally, two (2) notification signs were placed on the properties along Weir Rd by the applicant. Subject Property: Zoning Land Use Existing Agricultural District (AD)Undeveloped Agricultural Land Proposed Single-Family Residential District (R-2) and Single-Family Residential District (R-6) Single-Family Residential Adjacent Properties: Zoning Land Use North Pre-Development District (PRE)Undeveloped South Agricultural District (AD)Undeveloped Agriculture East Right-of-Way Weir Road (Principal Arterial) West Planned Development District (PDD) & Pre-Development District Undeveloped Sterling Grove PDD and Undeveloped Agriculture GOAL The applicant is requesting to rezone a total of approximately 85 acres, a portion being approximately 55 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-2) and the remainder approximately 30 acres as Single-Family Residential District (R-6). COMMUNITY BENEFIT It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the City’s vision of future growth. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION When Staff evaluates zone changes, they look to the Criteria for Approval as listed in UDC Section 21.5.4.D. The criteria are listed below. 1. Whether the proposed zoning change implements the policies of the adopted Comprehensive Land Plan, or any other applicable adopted plans. The proposed zone change does implement the policies of the adopted Comprehensive Land Plan. The subject property is identified as Complete Neighborhood in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan- Future Land Use Map. Complete Neighborhood is described as general areas characterized by a mixture of housing options with supporting land uses while considering roadway classification, conflicts among land uses, and undue concentration or diffusion of population when considering appropriateness of housing density and commercial activity. The applicant is proposing Single-Family Residential District (R-6) and Single-Family Residential District (R-2) within the same development. The proposed zone change offers a mix of single-family zoning districts within one housing development and is surrounded by undeveloped land. 2. Whether the proposed zoning change promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the City. As part of promoting health, safety, and welfare, the City should encourage development compatible with surrounding uses utilizing standards and transitional uses to alleviate negative impacts. The proposed single family zoning acts as a transitional use to the existing undeveloped agricultural land. The City of Schertz Fire, EMS, and Police Departments have been notified of the proposed zone change and have not provided objections. A public hearing notice was also mailed to Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District. The most recent SCUC ISD Demographic Report and 10 Year Campus Forecasting Report have been attached to the Staff Report. 3. Whether the uses permitted by the proposed change will be consistent and appropriate with existing uses in the immediate area; The proposed zone change to Single-Family Residential District (R-2) and Single-Family Residential District (R-6) are appropriate for development in the immediate area. As per UDC Section 21.5.5, the maximum tract size that can be zoned Single-Family Residential District (R-6) is 30 acres. The Single-Family Residential District (R-6) and Single Family Residential District (R-2) are intended for detached single-family homes, together with schools, churches, and parks necessary to create basic neighborhood units. The subject property is adjacent to a portion of the Planned Development District (PDD) Sterling Grove, which is designated for the development of single-family homes with minimum lot sizes of 6,050 square feet and 7,150 square feet. The proposed zone change at the subject property, to minimum residential lot sizes of 8,400 square feet and 7,200 square feet, is consistent with the Sterling Grove PDD allowed uses and proposed residential development. To the north and south of the subject property, the land is undeveloped and has continuing agricultural operations. The proposed Single-Family Residential Districts are also appropriate transitional uses between the current agricultural operations and future development. 4. Whether other factors are deemed relevant and important in the consideration of the amendment. The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council have not provided additional criteria for the proposed zone change. RECOMMENDATION The proposed zone change meets the intent of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan- Future Land Use Map and is appropriate with the existing uses in the immediate area. Staff recommends approval of PLZC20240260. 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The City of Schertz may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) described herein at any time.* BEXAR COUNTY PARCEL IDs: 310048 & 1190132 CURRENT : Classification (PRE) Pre-Development (PDD) Planned Development (PUB) Public Use (R-A) Single-family Residential/Agricultural (R-1) Single-Family Residential (R-2) Single-Family Residential (R-3) Two-Family Residential (R-4) Apartment/Multi-Family Residential (R-6) Single-family Residential (R-7) Single-family Residential (AD) Agricultural District (GH) Garden Home/Single-Family Residential (Zero Lot Line) (TH) Townhome (MHS) Manufactured Home Subdivision (MHP) Manufactured Home Parks (GB) General Business (GB-2) General Business II (NS) Neighborhood Services (OP) Office and Professional (MSMU) Main Street Mixed Use (MSMU-ND) Main Street Mixed Use New Development (M-1) Manufacturing (Light) (M-2) Manufacturing (Heavy) (DVL) Development Agreement (Delayed Annexation) 0 500 1,000 1,500250Feet PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE PROPOSED 656 652 6 5 5 6 5 9 6 5 5 6 5 0 648 651 6 5 4 6 5 9 S26° 08' 16"E 485.20 S26° 08' 16"E 373.07 S23° 44' 40"E 231.75 S36° 57' 36"E 82.78 S2 9 ° 4 2 ' 5 3 " E 67 4 . 1 4 S60° 48' 51"W 90.00 N2 9 ° 4 2 ' 5 3 " W 66 7 . 6 1 N36° 57' 36"W 87.51 N23° 44' 40"W 240.29 N26° 08' 16"W 94.36 S60° 26' 49"W 1434.33 N50° 56' 13"W 291.01 N50° 56' 13"W 18.87 N 6 6 ° 5 1 ' 0 3 " W 5 8 1 . 4 1 N3 4 ° 3 1 ' 2 3 " W 44 8 . 9 8 N60° 26' 49"E 2300.87 S15° 03' 44"W 77.20 S60° 48' 51"W 994.19 N 5 0 ° 5 6 ' 1 3 " W 1 1 6 1 . 2 0 Moy Tarin Ramirez Engineers, LLC Engineers Surveyors Planners ZONING EXHIBIT PROJECT No.:SCALE:DATE: PROJECT NAME: DRAWING NAME: XXXXX 1" = 200'OCTOBER 22, 2024 OWNERS INFORMATION APPLICANT SURVEYOR NOTE: TRAINER HALE RD. REQUESTED ZONING BOUNDARY O.P.R.B.C.T. EXISTING CONTOUR LEGEND 200' NOTIFICATION LINE SCHERTZ CITY LIMITS 100-YR FEMA FLOODPLAIN CURRENT ZONING LEGEND (AD) Agricultural District (PDD)Planned Development (PRE)Pre-Development NOTES: ACCORDING TO FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP PANEL 48029C0315F, DATES SEPTEMBER 29, 2010, IS LOCATED IN ZONE(S) A/E AND IS NOT WITHIN THE 100-YEAR FLOODPLAIN. THE THOROUGHFARE ALIGNMENTS SHOWN ON THIS EXHIBIT ARE ILLUSTRATION PURPOSED AND DO NOT SET ALIGNMENT. ALIGNMENT IS DETERMINED AT THE TIME OF FINAL PLAT. OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS OF BEXAR COUNTY, TEXAS KRUEGER MARTIN ±54.23 AC. PROPERTY BOUNDARY (R-1) Single-Family Residential SITE KRUEGER-MARTIN ZONING TABLE CONDITION ZONING AREA EXISTING AD 84.232 PROPOSED TRACT A R-2 54.232 PROPOSED TRACT B R-6 30.000 1Q24 Demographic Report 2 San Antonio MSA Employment Growth 3 State Enrollment Trends 2023-2024 Total Enrollment 5,531,168 Total Growth 12,736 1-Year Change Enrollment Texas ISD Enrollment Change 4 Region 20 Enrollment Trends •Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD enrollment declined by 672 students between 2018/19 and 2023/24 (-4.2%). •SCUCISD enrollment declined by 382 students, or -2.5%, since 2022/23 •Region 20 has seen a 5-year enrollment decrease of 11,586 students (-2.5% growth). •Student enrollment declined by 4,285 students from 2022/23, in Region 20 (-1% growth). © 2022 Zonda 16,059 17,933 0 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 2014Q1 2015Q1 2016Q1 2017Q1 2018Q1 2019Q1 2020Q1 2021Q1 2022Q1 2023Q1 2024Q1 Annual Housing Starts vs. Annual Closings Annual Housing Starts Annual Closings Source: Zonda San Antonio New Home Starts & Closings Key Trends Starts: -1% YOY / +10% QOQ Closings: -4% YOY / -2% QOQ Closings Exceed Starts by 1,874 Homes 6 San Antonio New Home Ranking Report ISD Ranked by Annual Closings –1Q24 * Based on additional Zonda Education housing research ** Totals DO NOT include Age-restricted communities Rank District Name Annual Starts Annual Closings Inventory VDL Future 1 NORTHSIDE ISD (BEXAR)3,403 3,625 2,242 6,817 22,741 2 COMAL ISD 2,537 2,918 1,865 4,945 23,012 3 EAST CENTRAL ISD 1,653 2,094 964 4,679 24,881 4 MEDINA VALLEY ISD 2,155 2,087 1,456 4,197 28,248 5 SOUTHWEST ISD 1,079 1,186 646 2,295 7,897 6 JUDSON ISD 803 1,068 495 701 1,120 7 SCHERTZ CIBOLO ISD 717 831 453 1,746 6,698 8 NAVARRO ISD 840 824 529 1,443 6,317 9 BOERNE ISD 646 740 518 1,138 10,321 10 NEW BRAUNFELS ISD 490 642 306 1,262 6,275 11 SOUTHSIDE ISD 637 547 349 1,118 12,722 12 NORTH EAST ISD 358 451 234 789 5,491 13 SEGUIN ISD 347 358 224 669 5,600 14 SOUTH SAN ANTONIO ISD 137 203 132 331 620 15 SAN ANTONIO ISD 119 147 171 372 670 16 FLORESVILLE ISD 147 117 91 147 101 17 MARION ISD 157 76 109 202 4,495 18 LYTLE ISD 62 66 41 392 1,046 19 PLEASANTON ISD 59 48 22 59 50 20 ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD 18 46 35 18 19 0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200 1,400 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Annual Starts Annual Closings 7 District New Home Starts and Closings Starts 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Closings 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 1Q 175 201 237 294 349 103 189 1Q 133 138 165 190 181 280 235 2Q 180 176 197 300 393 187 2Q 185 211 249 258 227 247 3Q 177 207 261 265 174 241 3Q 185 240 286 268 218 199 4Q 185 198 232 319 63 157 4Q 161 179 213 196 334 155 Total 717 782 927 1,178 979 688 189 Total 664 768 913 912 960 881 235 8 District Housing Overview by Elementary Zone Highest activity in the category Second highest activity in the category Third highest activity in the category Elementary Annual Starts Quarter Starts Annual Closings Quarter Closings Under Const.Inventory Vacant Dev. Lots Future CIBOLO VALLEY 81 16 91 32 27 64 324 238 GREEN VALLEY 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 PASCHAL 3 0 1 0 2 3 42 242 ROSE GARDEN 188 43 233 66 77 110 512 3,017 SCHERTZ 22 0 50 11 2 11 0 60 SIPPEL 180 69 129 58 100 145 533 1,719 WATTS 89 21 112 25 21 45 41 580 WIEDERSTEIN 154 40 215 43 37 75 294 842 Grand Total 717 189 831 235 266 453 1,746 6,698 9 District Housing Overview •The district has 23 actively building subdivisions •Within SCUCISD there are 7 future subdivisions in various stages of planning •Of these, groundwork is underway on more than 970 lots within 8 subdivisions 10 Residential Activity Legendary Trails •361 total lots •117 future lots •47 vacant developed lots •40 homes under construction •152 homes occupied •Started 24 homes in 1Q24, started 54 homes in last 12 months •Groundwork underway on remaining lots in Phase 3 •Meritage •$348K+ Grace Valley •868 total lots •719 future lots •65 vacant developed lots •42 homes under construction •38 homes occupied •Started 35 homes in 1Q24, started 84 homes in last 12 months •First homes closed 4Q23 •Groundwork underway on 162 lots in Phase 2 •Lennar •$242K -$280K 11 Residential Activity Saddle Creek Ranch •807 total lots •35 future lots •92 vacant developed lots •13 homes under construction •639 homes occupied •Closed 37 homes in last 12 months •Groundwork underway on remaining lots •$300K+ 12 Residential Activity Steele Creek •940 total lots •387 future lots •114 vacant developed lots •20 homes under construction •406 homes occupied •Started 28 homes in 1Q24, started 97 homes in last 12 months •Closed 30 homes in 1Q24, closed 145 homes in last 12 months •Equipment on site for 115 lots in Phase 6 •DR Horton •$324K+ 13 Residential Activity Saddlebrook Ranch •636 total future lots •Groundwork underway on 168 lots in Phases 1 –3 •Equipment on site for 132 lots in Phases 4 & 6 •Ashton Woods Carmel Ranch •127 total future lots •Final plat approved Jan 2023 •Groundwork underway on all lots •Meritage 14 Housing Market Trends: Multi-family Market-March 2024 •There are roughly 588 multi-family units under construction •There are more than 1,600 future multi-family units in various stages of planning across the district 15 District Multi-Family Overview 16 Multi-Family Activity Cibolo Commons •288 apartment units under construction •Construction went vertical mid 2023 •Estimated lease date Aug 2024 17 Multi-Family Activity Aviator 1518 •300 apartment units under construction •Initial groundwork underway •Estimated lease date Fall 2025 18 TEA Transfer Report * Totals include additional districts due to TEA rounding rules Transfers Out To:2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 5 Year Change Basis Texas 19 13 22 50 46 48 +29 Comal ISD 34 42 60 109 100 112 +78 East Central ISD 10 11 11 13 13 20 +10 FT Sam Houston ISD 40 45 56 59 53 49 +9 Great Hearts Texas 34 43 119 159 192 192 +158 IDEA Public Schools 53 71 91 77 65 465 +412 Judson ISD 30 57 52 106 229 152 +122 Legacy Traditional Schools 0 0 0 0 463 527 +527 North East ISD 14 19 20 38 42 61 +47 Randolph Field ISD 444 472 551 529 504 526 +82 San Antonio ISD 18 27 26 14 41 40 +22 School of Science and Technology 16 27 74 288 370 628 +612 Texas College Preparatory Academies 272 328 356 365 414 309 +337 Total Transfers Out*1,079 1,283 1,591 1,981 2,695 3,312 +2,233 Transfers In From:2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 5 Year Change Comal ISD 47 48 48 46 47 47 0 East Central ISD 15 3 3 16 16 30 +15 Judson ISD 111 109 93 92 93 83 -28 Marion ISD 18 28 29 36 27 22 +4 New Braunfels ISD 32 29 32 37 30 21 -11 North East ISD 47 45 52 52 55 34 -13 Seguin ISD 3 3 10 10 3 11 +8 Total Transfers In*304 296 300 317 308 275 -29 19 Charter Schools 296,323 316,804 336,900 365,930 377,375 404,066 422,916 0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 450,000 2017/18 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Total Charter Enrollment 23,508 20,481 20,096 29,030 11,445 26,691 18,850 0 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000 30,000 35,000 2017/18 2018/19 2019/20 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 Charter Enrollment Change •There are currently more than 930 charter schools operating in Texas •These charters enrolled 422,916 students in 2023/24, an increase of 18,850 from 2022/23 •33 Campuses Opened in 2023/24 Charter Schools: San Antonio There are currently more than 130 charter school campuses open in the San Antonio Area These campuses enrolled more than 55,000 students in 2023/24, a rise of nearly 3,500 students over last year 5 separate campuses opened or began reporting enrollment in 2023/24 Charter Schools: Opening in San Antonio 2024/25 *Undisclosed Address –Approximate Location on Map 1*, 2*, 3* 9 5 4 6 7 8 10 22 Yellow box = largest grade per year Green box = second largest grade per year Ten Year Forecast by Grade Level Year (Oct.)EE/PK K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th Total Total Growth % Growth 2019/20 413 1,048 1,036 1,093 1,125 1,184 1,211 1,234 1,183 1,180 1,419 1,340 1,282 1,224 15,972 154 1.0% 2020/21 325 951 1,019 1,040 1,077 1,135 1,143 1,232 1,248 1,219 1,293 1,394 1,305 1,292 15,673 -299 -1.9% 2021/22 455 935 997 1,019 1,074 1,116 1,124 1,221 1,287 1,318 1,428 1,347 1,305 1,264 15,890 217 1.4% 2022/23 436 819 962 998 1,077 1,114 1,067 1,133 1,230 1,306 1,478 1,371 1,247 1,283 15,521 -369 -2.3% 2023/24 430 788 838 967 997 1,090 1,079 1,097 1,178 1,264 1,435 1,459 1,238 1,286 15,146 -375 -2.4% 2024/25 384 747 849 866 1,006 1,043 1,108 1,118 1,126 1,198 1,413 1,427 1,354 1,225 14,864 -282 -1.9% 2025/26 406 789 795 870 896 1,052 1,061 1,134 1,145 1,145 1,328 1,387 1,321 1,332 14,661 -203 -1.4% 2026/27 443 861 840 816 897 933 1,072 1,093 1,167 1,164 1,269 1,316 1,274 1,306 14,451 -210 -1.4% 2027/28 438 850 918 851 841 932 950 1,104 1,120 1,187 1,294 1,256 1,218 1,258 14,217 -234 -1.6% 2028/29 446 866 907 945 879 879 947 975 1,128 1,138 1,318 1,278 1,161 1,206 14,073 -144 -1.0% 2029/30 456 886 919 941 978 919 893 974 994 1,147 1,265 1,304 1,180 1,151 14,007 -66 -0.5% 2030/31 465 904 940 951 970 1,020 935 919 1,000 1,010 1,277 1,251 1,205 1,170 14,017 10 0.1% 2031/32 477 931 960 973 982 1,012 1,038 962 944 1,017 1,128 1,263 1,156 1,193 14,036 19 0.1% 2032/33 489 954 984 995 1,006 1,025 1,029 1,068 989 960 1,130 1,117 1,167 1,146 14,059 22 0.2% 2033/34 500 976 1,011 1,021 1,028 1,051 1,042 1,059 1,099 999 1,066 1,120 1,034 1,156 14,162 103 0.7% 23 Ten Year Forecast by Campus Fall ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity 2023/24 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 2030/31 2031/32 2032/33 2033/34 CIBOLO VALLEY EL 891 1,200 657 611 587 589 594 594 608 617 620 627 637 GREEN VALLEY EL 673 924 533 497 482 469 497 506 524 535 537 535 529 NORMA PASCHAL EL 673 924 625 591 582 564 544 546 559 569 574 580 585 ROSE GARDEN EL 891 1,200 896 882 878 891 923 957 999 1,046 1,075 1,104 1,131 SCHERTZ EL 675 1,102 668 628 605 601 576 581 588 591 586 582 582 SIPPEL EL 675 1,058 672 679 690 721 756 782 827 867 904 961 1,030 WATTS EL 673 924 513 469 440 428 423 428 446 457 463 476 490 WIEDERSTEIN EL 675 1,058 546 538 544 527 517 529 549 568 574 587 602 ELEMENTARY TOTALS 5,110 4,895 4,808 4,790 4,830 4,922 5,099 5,250 5,335 5,453 5,587 Elementary Percent Change -5.48%-4.21%-1.78%-0.37%0.83%1.91%3.59%2.96%1.63%2.20%2.46% Elementary Absolute Change -296 -215 -87 -18 40 92 177 151 85 117 134 JORDAN INT 810 1,000 769 796 763 777 742 676 646 641 695 734 739 SCHLATHER INT 810 1,200 682 700 689 640 573 563 594 597 651 682 677 WILDER INT 810 1,250 725 730 743 748 739 683 627 616 654 681 685 INTERMEDIATE TOTALS 2,176 2,226 2,195 2,165 2,054 1,922 1,867 1,854 2,000 2,097 2,101 Intermediate Percent Change -1.09%2.30%-1.39%-1.37%-5.13%-6.43%-2.86%-0.70%7.87%4.85%0.19% Intermediate Absolute Change -24 50 -31 -30 -111 -132 -55 -13 146 97 4 DOBIE JH 1,300 1,540 1,316 1,229 1,194 1,228 1,196 1,152 1,058 1,009 1,025 1,025 1,109 CORBETT JH 1,080 1,500 1,126 1,095 1,096 1,103 1,111 1,114 1,083 1,001 936 924 989 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 2,442 2,324 2,290 2,331 2,307 2,266 2,141 2,010 1,961 1,949 2,098 Junior High School Percent Change -3.71%-4.83%-1.46%1.79%-1.03%-1.78%-5.52%-6.12%-2.44%-0.61%7.64% Junior High School Absolute Change -94 -118 -34 41 -24 -41 -125 -131 -49 -12 149 CLEMENS HS 2,700 3,300 2,563 2,576 2,550 2,469 2,419 2,397 2,400 2,418 2,383 2,292 2,183 STEELE HS 2,160 3,200 2,700 2,688 2,663 2,541 2,452 2,411 2,345 2,330 2,202 2,113 2,038 ALSELC 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 5,418 5,419 5,368 5,165 5,026 4,963 4,900 4,903 4,740 4,560 4,376 High School Percent Change 0.73%0.02%-0.94%-3.78%-2.69%-1.25%-1.27%0.06%-3.32%-3.80%-4.04% High School Absolute Change 39 1 -51 -203 -139 -63 -63 3 -163 -180 -184 DISTRICT TOTALS 15,146 14,864 14,661 14,451 14,217 14,073 14,007 14,017 14,036 14,059 14,162 District Percent Change -2.42%-1.86%-1.37%-1.43%-1.62%-1.01%-0.47%0.07%0.14%0.16%0.73% District Absolute Change -375 -282 -203 -210 -234 -144 -66 10 19 22 103 Yellow box = exceeds Functional Capacity 24 Key Takeaways SCUCISD has roughly 450 homes currently in inventory with nearly 1,750 additional lots available to build on Groundwork is underway on more than 970 lots within 8 subdivisions Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD is forecasted to enroll more than 14,000 students by 2028/29 and more than 14,160 students by 2033/34 15,146 14,073 14,162 13,000 13,500 14,000 14,500 15,000 15,500 16,000 16,500 Enrollment Projections FORECASTING CONSIDERATIONS • • • • • • 13,540 14,056 14,586 15,081 15,465 15,615 15,768 15,972 15,673 15,890 15,521 15,146 14,864 10,000 11,000 12,000 13,000 14,000 15,000 16,000 17,000 18,000 19,000 20,000 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024-P # O F S T U D E N T S DISTRICT ENROLLMENT HISTORICAL ENROLLMENT 1.0% growth per year (153 students per year) 1.3% loss per year (-195 students per year) 3.4% growth per year (481 students per year) HISTORICAL ENROLLMENT BY CAMPUS LEVEL 5,261 5,446 5,512 5,716 5,783 5,811 5,899 5,547 5,596 5,406 5,110 4,895 2,125 2,211 2,326 2,253 2,252 2,344 2,445 2,375 2,345 2,200 2,176 2,226 2,210 2,211 2,341 2,421 2,453 2,403 2,363 2,467 2,605 2,536 2,442 2,324 4,460 4,718 4,902 5,075 5,127 5,210 5,265 5,284 5,344 5,379 5,418 5,419 0 1,000 2,000 3,000 4,000 5,000 6,000 7,000 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024-P # O F S T U D E N T S CAMPUS LEVEL ENROLLMENT Elementary Intermediate Junior High High School ENROLLMENT HISTORY BY LEVEL –OCTOBER • • • • • • • STUDENT TRANSFERS PEIMS YEAR TRANSFER IN TRANSFER OUT DIFFERENCE 2012 216 681 -465 2013 212 704 -492 2014 244 647 -403 2015 302 702 -400 2016 297 907 -610 2017 290 1061 -771 2018 304 1079 -775 2019 296 1283 -987 2020 300 1591 -1291 2021 317 1981 -1664 2022 308 2695 -2387 2023 Data available in March First Year of Founders Charter School First Year of School of Science and Technology First Year of Legacy Traditional School STUDENT TRANSFERS IN VS. OUT 216 212 244 302 297 290 304 296 300 317 308 681 704 647 702 907 1,061 1,079 1,283 1,591 1,981 2,695 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 # O F S T U D E N T S STUDENT TRANSFERS IN vs OUT TRANSFER IN TRANSFER OUT School of Science and Technology Pre-K –8th Grade Legacy Traditional Pre-K –8th Grade Founders Academy K –12th Grade MAIN DESTINATIONS FOR TRANSFERS OUT 444 472 551 529 504 272 328 356 365 414 34 43 119 159 192 16 24 71 285 367 52 106 229 0 463 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 # O F S T U D E N T S TRANSFER DESTINATIONS Randolph ISD Founders Academy Great Hearts School of Science and Technology Judson ISD Legacy Traditional SO, HOW MANY STUDENTS WILL WE HAVE IN THE FUTURE? 14,056 15,081 15,615 15,972 15,890 15,146 14,661 14,217 14,007 14,036 14,162 10,000 11,000 12,000 13,000 14,000 15,000 16,000 17,000 18,000 19,000 20,000 # O F S T U D E N T S DISTRICT HISTORICAL ENROLLMENT AND PROJECTIONS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS o o o o PEIMS YEAR PROJECTED ENROLLMENT GROWTH (DECLINE) PERCENTAGE CHANGE 2023 15,146 -375 -2.42% 2024-P 14,864 -282 -1.86% 2025-P 14,661 -203 -1.37% 2026-P 14,451 -210 -1.43% 2027-P 14,217 -234 -1. 62% 2028-P 14,073 -144 -1.01% 2029-P 14,007 -66 -0.47% 2030-P 14,017 10 0.07% 2031-P 14,036 19 0.14% 2032-P 14,059 22 0.16% 2033-P 14,162 103 0.73% PEIMS YEAR PROJECTED ENROLLMENT GROWTH (DECLINE) PERCENTAGE CHANGE 2023 15,146 -375 -2.44% 2024-P 14,864 -282 -1.86% 2025-P 14,661 -203 -1.37% 2026-P 14,451 -210 -1.43% 2027-P 14,217 -234 -1. 62% 2028-P 14,073 -144 -1.01% 2029-P 14,007 -66 -0.47% 2030-P 14,017 10 0.07% 2031-P 14,036 19 0.14% 2032-P 14,059 22 0.16% 2033-P 14,162 103 0.73% ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS o o o WHY HAS IT BECOME SO HARD TO PROJECT ENROLLMENT? o o o o o o FORECASTING CONSIDERATIONS • • • • •CAMPUS CAPACITY UNDERSTANDING CAMPUS CAPACITY o o o o o o o o o PLANNING USING OUR MAXIMUM CAPACITY o CAPACITY RELIEF TOOLS o o o o o o o o o ELEMENTARY CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 CIBOLO VALLEY EL 891 1,200 761 657 611 587 589 594 594 608 617 620 627 637 % Max Capacity 63%55%51%49%49%49%49%51%51%52%52%53% GREEN VALLEY EL 673 924 586 533 497 482 469 497 506 524 535 537 535 529 % Max Capacity 63%58%54%52%51%54%55%57%58%58%58%57% NORMA PASCHAL EL 673 924 603 625 591 582 564 544 546 559 569 574 580 585 % Max Capacity 65%68%64%63%61%59%59%60%62%62%63%63% ROSE GARDEN EL 891 1,200 899 896 882 878 891 923 957 999 1,046 1,075 1,104 1,131 % Max Capacity 75%75%74%73%74%77%80%83%87%90%92%94% SCHERTZ EL 675 1,102 671 668 628 605 601 576 581 588 591 586 582 582 % Max Capacity 61%61%57%55%55%52%53%53%54%53%53%53% SIPPEL EL 675 1,058 742 672 679 690 721 756 782 827 867 904 961 1,030 % Max Capacity 70%64%64%65%68%71%74%78%82%85%91%97% WATTS EL 673 924 593 513 469 440 428 423 428 446 457 463 476 490 % Max Capacity 64%56%51%48%46%46%46%48%49%50%52%53% WIEDERSTEIN EL 675 1,058 551 546 538 544 527 517 529 549 568 574 587 602 % Max Capacity 52%52%51%51%50%49%50%52%54%54%55%57% ELEMENTARY TOTALS 5,826 8,390 5,406 5,110 4,895 4,808 4,790 4,830 4,922 5,099 5,250 5,335 5,453 5,587 % Max Capacity 64%61%58%57%57%58%59%61%63%64%65%67% Elementary Percent Change -3.40%-5.48%-4.21%-1.78%-0.37%0.83%1.91%3.59%2.96%1.63%2.20%2.46% Elementary Absolute Change -190 -296 -215 -87 -18 40 92 177 151 85 117 134 ELEMENTARY CAPACITIES 90% 92%94% 91% 97% 67% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY CIBOLO VALLEY EL GREEN VALLEY EL NORMA PASCHAL EL ROSE GARDEN EL SCHERTZ EL SIPPEL EL WATTS EL WIEDERSTEIN EL ELEMENTARY TOTALS INTERMEDIATE CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 JORDAN INT 810 1,000 716 769 796 763 777 742 676 646 641 695 734 739 % Max Capacity 72%77%80%76%78%74%68%65%64%70%73%74% SCHLATHER INT 810 1,200 750 682 700 689 640 573 563 594 597 651 682 677 % Max Capacity 63%57%58%57%53%48%47%50%50%54%57%56% WILDER INT 810 1,250 734 725 730 743 748 739 683 627 616 654 681 685 % Max Capacity 59%58%58%59%60%59%55%50%49%52%54%55% INTERMEDIATE TOTALS 3,450 2,201 2,176 2,226 2,195 2,165 2,054 1,922 1,867 1,854 2,000 2,097 2,101 % Max Capacity 64%63%65%64%63%60%56%54%54%58%61%61% Intermediate Percent Change -6.13%-1.09%2.30%-1.39%-1.37%-5.13%-6.43%-2.86%-0.70%7.87%4.85%0.19% Intermediate Absolute Change -144 -24 50 -31 -30 -111 -132 -55 -13 146 97 4 INTERMEDIATE CAPACITIES 74% 61% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY JORDAN INT SCHLATHER INT WILDER INT INTERMEDIATE TOTALS JUNIOR HIGH CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 DOBIE JH 1,300 1,540 1,348 1,316 1,229 1,194 1,228 1,196 1,152 1,058 1,009 1,025 1,025 1,109 % Max Capacity 88%85%80%78%80%78%75%69%66%67%67%72% CORBETT JH 1,080 1,500 1,188 1,126 1,095 1,096 1,103 1,111 1,114 1,083 1,001 936 924 989 % Max Capacity 79%75%73%73%74%74%74%72%67%62%62%66% JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 3,040 2,537 2,442 2,324 2,290 2,331 2,307 2,266 2,141 2,010 1,961 1,949 2,098 % Max Capacity 83%80%76%75%77%76%75%70%66%65%64%69% Junior High School Percent Change -2.62%-3.71%-4.83%-1.46%1.79%-1.03%-1.78%-5.52%-6.12%-2.44%-0.61%7.64% Junior High School Absolute Change -68 -94 -118 -34 41 -24 -41 -125 -131 -49 -12 149 JUNIOR HIGH CAPACITIES 72% 66% 69% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY DOBIE JH CORBETT JH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS HIGH SCHOOL CAPACITIES Campus Functional Capacity Max Capacity Previous Year Current PEIMS ENROLLMENT PROJECTIONS 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 CLEMENS HS 2,700 3,300 2,544 2,563 2,576 2,550 2,469 2,419 2,397 2,400 2,418 2,383 2,292 2,183 % Max Capacity 77%78%78%77%75%73%73%73%73%72%69%66% STEELE HS 2,160 3,200 2,716 2,700 2,688 2,663 2,541 2,452 2,411 2,345 2,330 2,202 2,113 2,038 % Max Capacity 85%84%84%83%79%77%75%73%73%69%66%64% HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS 6,650 5,381 5,418 5,419 5,368 5,165 5,026 4,963 4,900 4,903 4,740 4,560 4,376 % Max Capacity 81%81%81%81%78%76%75%74%74%71%69%66% High School Percent Change 0.69%0.71%0.02%-0.94%-3.78%-2.69%-1.25%-1.27%0.06%-3.32%-3.80%-4.04% High School Absolute Change 37 38 1 -52 -204 -137 -64 -63 3 -163 -180 -183 HIGH SCHOOL CAPACITIES 66% 64% 66% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 110% 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 % of MAXIMUM CAMPUS CAPACITY CLEMENS HS STEELE HS HIGH SCHOOL TOTALS FORECASTING CONSIDERATIONS • • • • • •BONDING CAPACITY PROJECTING BONDING CAPACITY -SCUC o PROJECTING TAX REVENUE o ASSUMES NO REFINANCING FOR BOND SAVINGS o DEFEASING PRINCIPAL o MODEST PROPERTY VALUE GROWTH o 4.0% ANNUAL INCREASE FOR 2024-2028 o 2.0% ANNUAL INCREASE FOR 2029-2033 o AS DEBT IS RESTRUCTURED AND PROPERTY VALUES INCREASE, WE BEGIN TO HAVE SOME BONDING CAPACITY o CAPACITY FOR ADDITIONAL DEBT IS LOWER AT FIRST, MORE IN LATER YEARS o FORECASTING USING THREE OPTIONS FOR I&S TAX RATE o $0.47 PER $100 OF VALUATION (CURRENT), $0.48 PER $100 VALUATION, AND $0.49 PER $100 VALUATION PROJECTED AVAILABLE BOND DOLLARS $215 $246 $278 $312 $347 $362 $380 $399 $419 $438 $284 $316 $351 $388 $426 $442 $463 $483 $505 $526 $- $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 $300 $350 $400 $450 $500 $550 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 BO N D C A P A C I T Y I N M I L L I O N S SCUC Bond Capacity by Year & Rate Bond Capacity 47¢Bond Capacity 48¢Bond Capacity 49¢ PROJECTING FACILITY COSTS -SCUC o o o o o o o o o o o PROJECTING FACILITY COSTS -SCUC YEAR High School Junior High Elementary/ Intermediate 2024 $ 235,000,000 $ 113,000,000 $ 72,000,000 2025-P $ 242,050,000 $ 116,390,000 $ 74,160,000 2026-P $ 246,891,000 $ 118,717,800 $ 75,643,200 2027-P $ 251,828,820 $ 121,092,156 $ 77,156,064 2028-P $ 256,865,396 $ 123,513,999 $ 78,699,185 2029-P $ 262,002,704 $ 125,984,279 $ 80,273,169 2030-P $ 267,242,758 $ 128,503,965 $ 81,878,632 2031-P $ 272,587,614 $ 131,074,044 $ 83,516,205 2032-P $ 278,039,366 $ 133,695,525 $ 85,186,529 2033-P $ 283,600,153 $ 136,369,435 $ 86,890,260 2034-P $ 289,272,156 $ 139,096,824 $ 88,628,065 PROJECTED BOND CAPACITIES VS. CONSTRUCTION COSTS $0 $100,000,000 $200,000,000 $300,000,000 $400,000,000 $500,000,000 $600,000,000 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 BONDING CAPACITY VS CONSTRUCTION COSTS JUNIOR HIGH Bond Capacity 47¢Bond Capacity 48¢Bond Capacity 49¢ PROJECTED BOND CAPACITIES VS. CONSTRUCTION COSTS $0 $100,000,000 $200,000,000 $300,000,000 $400,000,000 $500,000,000 $600,000,000 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 BONDING CAPACITY VS CONSTRUCTION COSTS JUNIOR HIGH Bond Capacity 47¢Bond Capacity 48¢Bond Capacity 49¢ Estimated $41 M in HVAC needs over the next 10 years Estimated $9 M in Ancillary Systems needs over the next 10 years Estimated $40 M in Building and Site needs over the next 10 years TAKE AWAYS…. o o o o o o o o o QUESTIONS/COMMENTS PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 12/04/2024 Agenda Item 5 C TO:Planning and Zoning Commission PREPARED BY:Samuel Haas, Senior Planner SUBJECT:PLZC20240285 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 20 acres of land from General Business District (GB), Agricultural District (AD), and Pre-Development District (PRE) to Middle Density Residential District (R-5), more specifically known as 5524 Eckhardt Road, also known as a portion of Comal County Property Identification Numbers 75449 and 78233, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. BACKGROUND Per the letter of intent, the applicant is seeking to rezone portions of their property to Middle Density Residential District (R-5). On November 22, 2024, 16 public hearing notices were mailed to the surrounding properties within a 200-foot notification boundary of the subject property. A notice was also sent to Comal ISD to notifiy them of the zone change request. At the time of the staff report, zero (0) responses in favor, zero (0) responses neutral, and zero (0) response in opposition have been received. A public hearing notice will be published in the "San Antonio Express" prior to the City Council Meeting. Additionally, one (1) sign was placed on the subject property. Subject Property: Zoning Land Use Existing General Business District (GB), Agricultural District (AD), and Pre-Development District (PRE) Undeveloped and Residence Proposed Middle Density Residential District (R-5)Multifamily Development Adjacent Properties: Zoning Land Use North General Business District (GB)Undeveloped South General Business District (GB) and Agricultural District (AD)Rural Residence/Ag Use East General Business District (GB) and Pre-Development District (PRE)Residential, Commercial Use West Right of Way Eckhardt Road GOAL The goal is to rezone the property to Middle Density Residential District (R-5). COMMUNITY BENEFIT It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the City’s vision of future growth. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION When evaluating Zone Change applications, staff uses the Criteria for Approval located in UDC Section 21.5.4.D. When evaluating Zone Change applications, staff uses the Criteria for Approval located in UDC Section 21.5.4.D. 1. Whether the proposed zoning change implements the policies of the adopted Comprehensive Land Plan, or any other applicable adopted plans; The Comprehensive Plan designates this area as "Regional Corridor", which is intended to provide commercial and entertainment areas along major thoroughfares. Multifamily complexes may also be appropriate for Regional Corridor. For this reason, the proposed zone change is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. 2. Whether the proposed zoning change promotes the health, safety, and general welfare of the City. As part of promoting health, safety, and general welfare, zone change requests should align with the Unified Development Code (UDC) and city policy. The UDC was recently amended on October 22, 2024, with City Council's approval of Ordinance 24-S-156. This new text to the UDC established Middle Density Residential District (R-5) which was crafted with the intent to encourage multifamily developments that would be less-dense and thus more compatible with existing single family subdivisions. The UDC also strives to "ensure the safe, orderly and efficient development and expansion of the City" and to "prevent the overcrowding of land and avoid undue concentration or diffusion of population". This request is consistent with the new policy and the UDC. For these reasons, this request promotes health, safety, and general welfare. 3. Whether the uses permitted by the proposed change will be consistent and appropriate with existing uses in the immediate area; Given the immediate area being largely undeveloped and residential, the permitted uses within the Middle Density District (R-5) are consistent and appropriate with the immediate area. 4. Whether other factors are deemed relevant and important in the consideration of the amendment. This applicant previously requested a rezone for Apartment / Multifamily District (R-4) for this property. However, at the November 6, 2024, Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, the applicant indicated that the goal was for a less-dense multifamily development. The Commissioners and Staff both recommended Middle Density Residential District (R-5) as a more compatible zoning request. The applicant withdrew the Apartment / Multifamily District (R-4) request and reapplied with a Middle Residential Density District (R-5) request. Schertz Fire, EMS, and Police have been notified of the zone change requests and have provided no objection. For these reasons, staff is recommending approval of PLZC20240285. RECOMMENDATION Approval of PLZC20240285. 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The Cityof Schertz may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) described herein atany time.* City of Schertz ECKHARDT ESTATES; LOT 2 (PLZC20240285): 5732 C Y P R E S S P O I N T (3790 5 1 ) 5728 C Y P R E S S P O I N T (3790 5 2 ) 4 7 0 7 C R E E K W O O D S T ( 3 7 9 0 2 4 ) 4 7 1 1 C R E E K W O O D S T ( 3 7 9 0 2 5 ) 5720 CY P R E S S P O I N T (37905 4 ) 4710 CREEKWOO D S T (379048) 5712 CY P R E S S P O I N T (37905 6 ) 4 7 1 9 C R E E K W O O D S T ( 3 7 9 0 2 7 ) 5500 ECKHARDT RD (78218) IH 35 N (78240) 2 5 1 2 0 I H 3 5 N ( 7 8 2 3 2 ) 2 5 1 2 0 I H 3 5 N ( 4 0 0 7 4 2 ) 24736 IH 35 N (107358) 5716 CY P R E S S P O I N T (37905 5 ) 5724 C Y P R E S S P O I N T (37905 3 ) 4702 CREEKWO O D S T (379050) 4706 CREEKWO O D S T (379049) 4 7 1 5 C R E E K W O O D S T ( 3 7 9 0 2 6 ) EC K H A R D T R D D E V O N W O O D S T CY P R E S S P T STARWOOD ST PVT R D A T 5 5 0 0 ECKHA R D T R D KINGSWOOD S T CREE K W O O D S T IH 35 N A C C E S S R D IH 35 N IH 35 N R A M P P V T R D A T 2 5 0 9 0 I H 3 5 N IH 35 N R A M P IH 35 NIH 35 N A C C E S S R D 0 160 320 48080Feet Project Boundary City Limits Schertz ETJ Boundary 200' Buffer PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 12/04/2024 Agenda Item 5 D TO:Planning and Zoning Commission PREPARED BY:Lauren Shrum, Director of Parks, Recreation & Community Services SUBJECT:PLCPA20240300 - Conduct a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan by adopting the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) Master Plan BACKGROUND Access to parks and recreational activities is essential for enhancing the quality of life for City of Schertz residents. Establishing a top-notch parks and recreation system is a gradual process that requires careful planning. Similarly, decisions regarding park amenities and recreational programs should be made with community input rather than in isolation. It is crucial to establish a unified vision for the community's parks and recreation system and gradually implement it over time. This Plan, in coordination with the recently adopted Comprehensive Plan, offers the necessary guidance for achieving this vision. This Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST) Master Plan: Identifies the implications of current community demographics and projected population growth as it relates to parks and recreation Analyzes the current state of the City's parks, recreation facilities, open spaces and trails Identifies parks and recreation deficiencies and needs Establishes goals, objectives, and recommendations for the next five to ten years Prioritizes improvements to the parks and recreation system Aids the City in seeking funding opportunities GOAL Recommend approval of PLCPA20240300. COMMUNITY BENEFIT It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the City’s vision of future growth. This document should be used as a planning tool by City staff, elected and appointed officials, citizens, and the private development community to understand community desires and move toward long-term community success. The Plan is intended to help coordinate local efforts for Schertz and to work in conjunction with local counties (Guadalupe, Bexar, Comal), area school districts, local organizations and sports leagues. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION Recommend approval of PLCPA20240300. RECOMMENDATION Approval of PLCPA20240300. Attachments Draft- Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Presentation Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan Presentation NOVEMBER 2024 DRAFT City of Schertz, Texas PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE & TRAILS MASTER PLAN ii ACKNOWLEDGMENTS City Staff Lauren M. Shrum, Parks, Recreation & Community Services Director Cassandra Paddock, Recreation Manager Jared Montney, Parks Manager Consultant Team Parks & Recreation Board Johnie McDow, Chair William “Bill” Bosch, Member Sally Macias, Member James Garvin, Member James “Brad” Snow, Member Robert Sheridan III, Member Reginna Agee, Member Elizabeth Wiley, Member Penny Jennings, Member Christopher Castoro, Alternate Tim Dusek, Alternate City Council Ralph Gutierrez, Mayor Mark E. Davis, Place 1 Councilmember Michelle Watson, Place 2 Councilmember Paul Macaluso, Place 3 Councilmember Robert Westbrook, Place 5 Councilmember Allison Heyward, Place 6 Councilmember Tim Brown, Place 7 Councilmember iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Community Analysis .........................................................................1 Parks & Recreation Inventory .........................................................13 Needs Assessment ..........................................................................71 Recommendations ..........................................................................99 Implementation ...........................................................................115 Appendix A: Community Engagement ...........................................129 Appendix B: Proposed Concept Plans ............................................209 CH A P T E R 1Community Analysis CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN2 INTRODUCTION Plan Purpose Access to parks and recreational activities is essential for enhancing the quality of life for City of Schertz (City) residents. Establishing a top-notch parks and recreation system is a gradual process that requires careful planning. Similarly, decisions regarding park amenities and recreational programs should be made with community input rather than in isolation. It is crucial to establish a unified vision for the community’s parks and recreation system and gradually implement it over time. This Plan, in coordination with the recently adopted Comprehensive Plan, offers the necessary guidance for achieving this vision. This Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST) Master Plan: Identifies the implications of current community demographics and projected population growth as it relates to parks and recreation Analyzes the current state of the City’s parks, recreation facilities, open spaces and trails Identifies parks and recreation deficiencies and needs Establishes goals, objectives and recommendations for the next five to 10 years Prioritizes improvements to the parks and recreation system Aids the City in seeking funding opportunities This document should be used as a planning tool by City staff, elected and appointed officials, citizens, and the private development community to understand community desires and move toward long-term community success. The Plan is intended to help coordinate local efforts for Schertz and to work in conjunction with local counties (Guadalupe, Bexar, Comal), area school districts, local organizations and sports leagues. Benefits of Parks Access to quality parks and recreation is an important component of a high-quality community. Planning for a successful, equitable parks system ensures that all residents can experience these key benefits: Overall Well-Being Benefits Contact with nature helps to improve overall well-being and quality of life Recreation provides multi-generational opportunities for mental, physical, social and emotional stimulation Health Benefits Access to nature and recreation improves physical fitness and improves psychological health Play provides crucial developmental opportunities for children Physical activity helps to reduce obesity, depression and many other health problems Environmental Benefits Parkland helps to mitigate climate, air and water pollution impacts Preserved open space protects vital habitat for plants and wildlife Parks foster environmental stewardship in citizens Economic Benefits Parkland increases property values within proximity Quality parks and recreation can attract new residents and businesses Unique park and recreation amenities can encourage tourism and associated economic benefits COMMuNiTY ANALYSiS 3 Planning Process In 2023, the City commissioned Freese and Nichols, Inc. to prepare a new Comprehensive Plan and PROST Master Plan. The Comprehensive Plan’s engagement outcomes, vision and goals, and recommendations influence Schertz’s parks and recreation system and carry over heavily into this PROST Plan. The PROST Plan follows a specific process to produce a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) compliant plan. Recommendations should be re-evaluated periodically to ensure they are still valid. TPWD master plan guidelines recommend updating the Plan every five years or before any new major developments occur that significantly change the parks and recreation needs of residents. Planning Area The scope of this Plan encompasses both the city limits and the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of Schertz, totaling approximately 28,878 acres in area. Schertz is a city located in Guadalupe, Bexar and Comal counties in the U.S. state of Texas. The City of Schertz is bordered by Garden Ridge and New Braunfels on the north, Cibolo on the east, and Bracken and Universal City on the west. Interstate 10 (I-10) runs along the southern boundary of Schertz and Interstate 35 (I-35) bisects the northern part of the City. Joint Base San Antonio - Randolph Air Force Base (JBSA-R) is located to the City’s west and its presence influences various aspects of the community, including the local economy, population demographics and development patterns. Parts of southwest Schertz are impacted by JBSA-R’s Air Installations Compatible Use Zone (AICUZ). The primary responsibility for providing parks and recreation facilities for its residents falls on the City of Schertz. Although the City will take the lead in implementation, the entire community needs to be invested in the improvement and success of parks and recreation. Potential collaborators in implementation may include other governmental bodies, local businesses, industries and the people of Schertz. Map 1. Regional Context of Schertz Analyze the Community & Develop Plan Vision Develop Existing Parks Inventory Conduct Needs Assessment Develop Recommendations Prioritization & Implementation CITY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN4 Map 2. Planning Area COMMuNiTY ANALYSiS 5 Map 2. Planning Area PREVIOUS PLANNING EFFORTS City of Schertz Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2014: Live and Play! The Parks and Recreation Master Plan built on the 2002 Comprehensive Land Plan and 2007 Parks and Open Space Master Plan and was in congruence with the 2013 Sector Plan. The 2014 Parks and Recreation Master Plan provided an inventory of the existing parks and recreational facilities, identified needs and gaps, and recommended strategies for improving quality of life in the City of Schertz. The strategies from the 2014 Parks and Recreation Master Plan will inform the current PROST planning process. City of Schertz Comprehensive Plan 2024 This PROST Plan will build upon the foundation laid by the City of Schertz Comprehensive Plan adopted in April 2024. The plan was the result of an extensive community engagement process, which involved input from various stakeholders including community members, a steering committee, the Planning and Zoning Commission, City Council, and representatives of key groups. It identified both assets and challenges within the City and proposed strategies concerning land use and economic development. The Comprehensive Plan designated focus areas that will inform the growth areas for the purpose of the PROST Plan. Additionally, the Comprehensive Plan included an implementation strategy. The PROST Plan is a continuation of the comprehensive planning effort undertaken by the City to develop a vision for the future and ensure sustained growth. The Parks and Recreation Department will rely mainly on the Future Land Use Map and population forecasts from the Comprehensive Plan to plan for future parks, recreation facilities, trails and open spaces. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN6 The planning process included a variety of public engagement opportunities to allow community input to help shape the Plan. Engagement opportunities included: Parks-related feedback gathered during the recent Comprehensive Plan update process Parks Board advisory meetings Stakeholder focus groups Statistically valid community survey Community event tabling Public open house event Project website and online mapping exercise Additional discussion, key takeaways, and full detailed responses from these engagements can be found in the demand-based assessment portion of Chapter 3 and Appendix A. Comprehensive Plan Engagement The Comprehensive Plan update process gathered feedback from the community through community events, an interactive online map, online survey, focus groups and Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee meetings. Many of the questions asked and feedback received included parks-specific content that carried over into informing this PROST Plan and process. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meetings The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board was the primary steering committee for the Plan’s development. They guided various stages of Plan development to ensure that the Plan aligned with the community’s needs and vision. Their key responsibilities included championing the planning process, providing feedback on the analysis presented by the planning team, guiding Plan recommendations, and ultimately recommending the final draft to the City Council for adoption. A total of three Parks and Recreation Board Advisory meetings were conducted throughout the process. PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT Stakeholder Focus Groups Stakeholders provided feedback during a series of five focus group sessions held throughout the process. Participants were given an overview of the Plan and process, followed by discussion in which they were asked to consider the existing parks and recreation system and explain the strengths, needed improvements, and priorities for the parks system as a whole. Statistically Valid Survey The survey was open from June 24 through August 11, 2024, and was promoted via the project website, emails to HOAs, the City’s various social media channels, signage posted in the parks, and word of mouth from stakeholder participants and Parks Board members. The survey sampling also included mailed postcards to 4,000 household addresses within Schertz. A total of 426 respondents participated in the survey, 132 of which had received a mailed postcard. Community Event Tabling The planning team tabled at the City of Schertz’s annual 4th of July Jubilee community event held on July 4, 2024. At this event, the consultant planners had information related to this parks master plan process, conceptual parks plans, and the active online survey. The team members spoke with festival goers who stopped by the booth as well as worked the crowds to increase awareness and hand out swag with the project website on it. Most of the attendees at this event were unaware of the Plan, indicating that this outreach successfully engaged a previously unreached segment of the community. Public Open House A public open house was conducted on September 23, 2024, to present the Plan elements to the community and gather feedback on the recommendations of the Plan. The open house was attended by a few members of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and City staff. COMMuNiTY ANALYSiS 7 On l i n e S u r v e y O p e n Pr o j e c t W e b s i t e O p e n f o r C o m m e n t s Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting 1 Stakeholder Focus Groups Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting 2 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Approval and City Council Adoption Meetings On-Site Kickoff and Study Area Tour Community Event Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting 3 and Public Open House March 2024 May 2024 July 2024 October & November 2024 May 2024 July 2024 September 2024 Project Website and Interactive Map A project website was developed to provide all stakeholders with one-stop access to all the resources and updates related to the PROST Plan. The website provided relevant information about past planning efforts, an overview of the planning process, updates on upcoming engagement opportunities, and an option to contact the project team directly. An interactive map was embedded into the website to gather issues and concerns related to specific parks and recreation amenities. The map had 103 participants who left 162 comments. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN8 COMMUNITY DEMOGRAPHICS Source: Texas Water Development Board Figure 1. Population Projection Demographics play a pivotal role in parks planning, as they inform decisions regarding park location, size, amenities and programming to meet the diverse needs and preferences of different population groups. Alongside current demographic insights, it is vital to factor in the anticipated community growth to plan for sufficient parkland and amenities for future residents. Figure 2. Average Household income Source: ESRI Population Growth The City of Schertz has continued to grow steadily in population since the 1970s. As per the Texas Water Development Board, Schertz is projected to experience faster population growth than the state, with a projected annual growth rate of 1.8%. Population growth has a significant impact on parks and recreation planning. As the community grows, there is often an increased demand for recreational facilities to accommodate the growing population. This includes the need for additional parks, playgrounds, sports fields, walking trails and other amenities to serve residents of all ages. Household Income According to recent data, the average household income in Schertz is $118,183, which is higher than both the San Antonio MSA ($94,960) and Texas ($101,658) averages. Overall, Schertz is a relatively affluent and growing city within the larger San Antonio area. The median disposable income in Schertz is $82,732, which is significantly higher than both the San Antonio MSA ($57,231) and Texas ($59,270) medians. Income is an important consideration when determining the mix of fee-based versus free recreation opportunities to offer the community. Some residents may be willing and able to pay a fee for increased recreation options. COMMuNiTY ANALYSiS 9 Figure 3. Age Distribution Figure 4. Race and Ethnicity Source: ESRI Source: ESRI Age Distribution Parks and recreation amenities serve diverse age groups within communities. For example, playgrounds and sports fields are popular among families with children, whereas walking trails are multi-generational and fitness areas are often favored by adults and seniors. Considering the age distribution within a community is crucial for designing parks and recreational spaces that cater to various interests. Moreover, demographic shifts, such as an aging population, may require adaptations in park amenities and programming to address the evolving preferences and mobility requirements of older adults. Different age groups have different recreational needs. The Schertz population has a median age of 37.2 years old, which is slightly higher than the median age of the San Antonio MSA and Texas. However, the projected population growth rate for Schertz is higher than both the MSA and Texas, indicating that the City may continue to attract a younger demographic in the coming years. Most notably, children and middle-aged adults are largely similar in distribution while having different recreational needs. This indicates a need for a highly diverse parks and recreation system that can meet the varying needs of the community. Race and Ethnicity According to recent ESRI data, there have been significant changes in the racial and ethnic makeup of Schertz between 2010 and 2022. The percentage of the population that identifies as two or more races has increased from 3.9% in 2010 to 19.9% in 2022, suggesting that the population of Schertz has become more diverse in terms of racial and ethnic identity. About 32.1% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino. There may be a need for parks and recreation signage and information to be provided in Spanish and English. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN10 GROWTH AREAS As the population of Schertz expands, the demand for housing will rise, necessitating the development of additional residential areas. Undertaking a coordinated effort to accommodate housing needs while also providing adequate parks and recreational spaces will be crucial for enhancing the quality of life for the Schertz community. The Comprehensive Plan identified focus areas in the City that have larger amounts of vacant and developable land, and present the greatest potential for future residential development. Map 3 shows the potential residential growth areas in the City. This includes the focus areas mentioned above as well as areas where current or future development could include a residential component. While parkland is needed in all residential areas, new parkland is often more easily dedicated and/or developed in areas of new residential growth. As the City considers the future of its parks system, it is important to locate parks in close proximity to residential areas. Future parkland acquisitions and/or development should aim to provide adequate parkland resources to serve any under-served neighborhoods in these areas (see the Needs Assessment later in the PROST for parkland service area maps). Map 3. Growth Areas COMMuNiTY ANALYSiS 11 VISION AND GOALS The vision statement sets the groundwork for future growth and development of parks and recreation within the City of Schertz. A community-driven vision is crucial for the success of any plan. The vision is supported by the goals that will serve as the basis for developing measurable action items to implement the Plan. VISION STATEMENT Schertz’s parks and recreation system aspires to enhance the quality of life for all community members by providing safe, accessible, aesthetically pleasing amenities and inclusive recreational programming. Our commitment is to create family-friendly spaces and events that cater to people of all ages and abilities, continually striving for improvement and meeting changing community needs. 1Goal 4Goal 2Goal 5Goal 3Goal 6Goal The City will proactively acquire parkland and open space acreage to provide physical access to all existing and future residents of Schertz. The City will provide recreational facilities and programs that enhance the quality of life and accessibility of services for Schertz residents. The City will update existing parks and improve undeveloped parkland to accommodate the changing needs of the communities. The City will maintain parks in a way that promotes full utilization of park spaces and aligns with community values. The City will implement system- wide improvements that enhance access, usability, and aesthetics of existing and future parks. The City will pursue/continue partnerships and seek diverse funding strategies to support the expansion of parks and recreational options. Parks & Recreation InventoryCH A P T E R 2 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN14 INTRODUCTION The inventory provides a comprehensive list of existing parks and recreation assets in the City of Schertz. The inventory includes City-owned parkland and facilities as well as privately owned parks (such as those provided by an HOA) and facilities owned by the school district (ISD). The privately and ISD- owned assets are listed separately from the City parks since they are only accessible by a portion of the community. This approach provides a holistic picture of amenities available for resident use and helps to identify deficiencies or gaps in specific types of parks and amenities. This chapter provides an overview of the existing parks, recreation facilities, trails and open spaces in the City. Following a comprehensive inventory, a series of 13 park profiles provide more detailed information for a select group of parks. At the time of this Plan, there are a variety of proposed parks, trails and properties proposed for consolidation or future development. They will be mentioned throughout this chapter, but the primary intent of the inventory is to describe a snapshot of the existing parks and recreational system available for community use today. The profiles that follow the inventory matrices discuss future plans in further detail. A Note on Park Lighting Providing lighting in parks is a balance and should be applied in a contextually sensitive way. Lighting for safety and security is important, but beyond that, considerations must be made for the impact lighting may have on the park use and adjacent properties. For example, well-lit amenities encourage use later into the evenings, which may or may not be preferable for those in the surrounding homes. PARK CLASSIFICATIONS Parks and open space systems include a variety of different types of parkland that meet the varying recreational needs in a community. Types vary by size, function, typical amenities and service area. As the City grows and new park spaces are acquired, an adopted classification system should be used to guide the development of each type of park. Pocket Park (P) Pocket parks provide passive recreational opportunities and outdoor access to a concentrated population within an immediate proximity. Typical Size 1/4 to 1 acre Service Area 1/4-mile radius, walkable from immediate neighborhoods Location and Access Located within close proximity to residential areas, often located at the street edge and should be safely accessible by pedestrians. Does not require parking. Typical Amenities Seating and enhanced plantings, may include a small playground or picnic area. Some support facilities such as bike racks, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, signage, etc. Optional Amenities Shaded seating, gathering areas, water features, public art, monuments/statues, decorative fountains. Park Lighting As required for security and safety only Gutierrez Garden Park WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THIS CHAPTER • Park Classifications • Inventory of Existing Parks and Facilities • Profiles of Select Parks and Open Spaces • Overview of Recreational Programming PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 15 Neighborhood Park (N) Neighborhood parks are medium-sized parks designed to be located within walking or biking distance of the surrounding neighborhoods. These parks foster a sense of belonging and community and can serve as focal points within their respective neighborhoods. Community Park (C) Community parks are larger in size and serve a broader population than neighborhood parks. They are intended to meet the recreational needs of several neighborhoods and may include special amenities that draw users from across the City. Park development should protect desirable natural amenities and include active and passive activities for all ages.Typical Size 1 to 10 acres Service Area 1/4- to 1/2-mile radius Location and Access Located in the center of neighborhoods with good public access. At least one side of the park should front a residential street. Sites should drain properly and be suitable for a variety of active and passive recreational uses. Drop off areas, on-street parking or small parking lots may be provided, but large parking areas are not necessary. Typical Amenities Playgrounds, sports courts, trail access, multipurpose fields, picnic pavilions, areas for family functions, support facilities (benches, bike racks, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, signage, etc.) Optional Amenities Water features (such as splash pads), public art, monuments/statues, decorative fountains, community gardens, restrooms Park Lighting Generally intended for security and safety only. Very limited facility lighting with no glare to adjoining residential uses. Typical Size 10 to 100 acres Service Area 1- to 3-mile radius Location and Access Should be located adjacent to desirable natural resources. The parks should be connected to citywide trail networks and be conveniently accessed by cars. Also, the parks should include adequate space for off-street parking. Typical Amenities Playground, picnic areas, event pavilions, athletic fields, sports courts, pools, restrooms, enhanced plantings, support facilities (benches, bike racks, trash receptacles, drinking fountains, signage, etc.) Optional Amenities Shaded seating, gathering areas, water features, public art, monuments/statues, decorative fountains, fishing Park Lighting Facility lighting at ball fields, pavilions, courts, and associated parking. Security lighting at playgrounds, trails and exterior perimeters of park structures. Avoid glare to adjoining residential uses. Wendy Swan Memorial Park Pickrell Park CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN16 Regional Park (R) Regional parks are the largest type of park for a typical city’s park system. The size varies depending on the purpose and character of the site. Regional parks provide recreational amenities for the entire community and even serve as a hub for surrounding communities to travel to and access special amenities. Regional parks often help to protect and showcase valuable natural resources such as habitat preserves or bodies of water. These parks include a very wide range of active and passive recreation opportunities and can be an economic generator by attracting sports tournaments or ecotourism or hosting large events. Linear Parks or Greenways (L) Linear parks are typically located alongside linear natural features such as creeks or man-made features like utility easements. These parks often serve as connectors between multiple parks or points of interest within a city. They also serve purposes such as safeguarding wildlife routes and ecosystem function or facilitating floodways and stormwater drainage. Typical Size Varies from 10 acres to several thousand acres, the “regional” draw often comes from the special amenities offered rather than the size. Service Area Up to 50-mile radius, depending on site features and amenities Location and Access These parks can be located almost anywhere in the community. They should be accessible by car and connected to citywide trail networks for locals. Large parking areas to accommodate peak use times (such as during an annual event) are likely required. Typical Amenities Destination playgrounds, athletic courts and field complexes, regional trail systems, water activities, unprogrammed open space, preserved natural areas, amphitheaters, large gathering areas or pavilions Optional Amenities Shaded seating, water features, pool, public art, monuments/statues, decorative fountains, fishing Park Lighting Facility and security lighting similar to a community park. Park drives and major entrance drives. Trail lighting is optional. If hosting evening events, lighting to accommodate the events as well as safe movement around the park and parking areas is necessary. Lighted sports fields often cause light pollution for surrounding properties and should be thoughtfully installed. Typical Size Varies based on surrounding environment Service Area Varies based on amenities Location and Access These parks can be located almost anywhere in the community. They should be accessible by car and connected via citywide trail networks. Typical Amenities Cleared trails and other amenities for walking, jogging, bicycling and/or hiking. Trails may be paved or natural. At key nodes or trailheads, benches, water fountains, restrooms, and trash cans may be provided. Optional Amenities Educational, safety and wayfinding signage, trailhead facilities such as information kiosks, trail maps, etc., safety and accessibility features, public art Park Lighting Security night lighting at picnic areas, playgrounds and trailheads. Where adjacent to streets, make dual use of street light poles to supplement park pathway or trail lighting. Portion of the Future Great Northern Trail PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 17 Special Purpose Park (SP) Special purpose parks can have a wide range of uses, but park facilities are oriented toward a single purpose. Typical examples of special use parks include dog parks, golf courses, skate parks, aquatic facilities, tennis complexes, ballfield complexes or historic sites. These parks can be operated and maintained by the City or a private enterprise. Typical Size Varies Service Area Varies Location and Access Varies based on available land and appropriate adjacent uses. Likely require some off-street parking as they provide a special amenity that residents may travel from across the City to utilize. Typical Amenities Varies based on user groups that they intend to serve Optional Amenities Varies based on user groups that they serve Park Lighting Specific to the intended use, but should be sensitive to the surrounding context. Typical Size Varies Service Area Varies Location and Access Varies based on available land and appropriate adjacent uses Typical Amenities Natural trails, observation points, picnic areas, restrooms, parking Optional Amenities Educational and safety signage, visitor center, campgrounds, recreational facilities such as fishing, non-motorized boating, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, nature play or exploration, outdoor classrooms, etc. Park Lighting Lighting should be limited so as to preserve the natural darkness to the maximum extent possible, as light has a profound impact on ecosystem function and wildlife. Schertz Skate ParkDry Comal Creek Nature Park Open Space or Nature Park (OS) Open space or nature park typically refers to areas of land that are undeveloped, natural or minimally developed. These areas may include nature parks, nature reserves, meadows, forests, wetlands, riparian zones and other natural landscapes. Open spaces help preserve biodiversity, protect wildlife habitats and maintain ecological balance. They provide an environment for native flora and fauna to flourish, thus, contributing to the overall health and well-being of the ecosystem. CITY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATION, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN18 SCHERTZ’S EXISTING PARKS AND FACILITIES 27 720 Miles CITY-OWNED PARKS COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL FACILITIES WALKING AND BIKING TRAILS In total, the City of Schertz owns 27 parks covering 457 acres, with 20 miles of trails and seven recreational facilities. Privately owned amenities, such as those provided by neighborhood HOAs, provide residents with an additional 16 parks and 30 acres. The local ISD also has its own recreational facilities at schools throughout the City. It should be noted that while privately and ISD-owned facilities do provide amenities to some of the population of the City, they are often restricted for public use, so do not function like true public parks. However, with the creation of appropriate agreements, ISD facilities could potentially serve a greater portion of the population. The parks are spread throughout the City, with the majority being located in the central part of the City between I-35 and FM 78. The parks include opportunities for both active and passive recreation. Active recreation refers to structured activities for individuals and teams that often require specialized facilities such as baseball, soccer and football. Passive recreation refers to unstructured activities that typically do not require specialized facilities such as jogging, picnicking and fishing. Schertz is especially fortunate to have prime ecological assets in the form of creeks that run through the community, most notably Cibolo Creek. Schertz has been recently successful in securing funding for additional park development and has many active plans in the works. With so many existing and new park amenities throughout the City, the opportunity exists to connect theses destinations via a citywide trail network. 457 ACRES CITY-OWNED PARK AREA Dog Park 12 Soccer Fields 10 Picnic shelters/ Pavilions 8 Multipurpose Practice Fields 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 7 Recreational Facilities 7 Multipurpose Courts Fishing Pier Amphitheaters/ Outdoor Event Spaces Aquatic Facilities Skate Park Splash Pads Camp Site Note: This graphic illustrates select facilities available in City-owned parks. PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 20 48 59 49 29 36 35 47 34 37 33 23 21 2 Ma p 4 . Ex i s t i n g a n d P r o p o s e d P a r k s a n d R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t i e s i n S c h e r t z CITY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN20 Table 1. Parks and Recreation Facilities inventory Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park Name Address Ac r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) City-Owned Parks (Developed) 1 Gutierrez Garden Park 1231 Borgfeld Rd 2.1 P 0.2 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y 2 Lone Oak Park 100 Round Tree Dr 0.3 P 0.05 Y Y Y 3 Mary Whitfield Burks Park 3175 Schertz Parkway 2.0 P 0.04 Y Y Y Y 4 Ashley Park 534 Ashley Park 4.8 N 1 1 0.3 4 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 5 Cypress Point Park 5526 Cypress Point 10.5 N 0.58 5 Y Y Y Y 1 Y 6 Forest Ridge Park 17529 Wiederstein Road 11.1 N 0.6 Y 7 Unnamed Future Park (Hallie’s Cove)*Hallie Glade 39.7 N 0.2 8 Heritage Oaks Park 11700 Long Leaf Pkwy 13.1 N 1 0.5 3 Y Y Y Y 9 Unnamed Future Park (Homestead)(3) Homestead Parkway 14.9 N 0.5 1 Y Y 10 Rhine Valley Park 9958 Mulhouse Dr 5.0 N 2 1 0.5 1 Y Y 1 Y Y Y 1 Y 11 Wendy Swan Memorial Park 4601 Cherry Tree 2.7 N 1 0.2 1 3 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 1 Y 12 The Park at Woodland Oaks 905 Woodland Oaks Drive 1.8 N 1 2 Y 1 Y Y 13 Community Circle Park (2)* Community Circle Drive 8.3 C 5 5 Y * Concept Plan Available P = Pocket Park, N = Neighborhood Park, C = Community Park, R = Regional Park, L = Linear Park or Greenway, OS = Open Space or Nature Park, SP = Special Purpose Park PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 21 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park NameAddressAc r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) City-Owned Parks (Developed) 1Gutierrez Garden Park1231 Borgfeld Rd2.1P 0.2 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y 2Lone Oak Park100 Round Tree Dr0.3P 0.05 Y Y Y 3Mary Whitfield Burks Park 3175 Schertz Parkway2.0P 0.04 Y Y Y Y 4Ashley Park534 Ashley Park4.8N11 0.3 4 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 5Cypress Point Park5526 Cypress Point10.5N 0.58 5 Y Y Y Y 1 Y 6Forest Ridge Park17529 Wiederstein Road11.1N 0.6 Y 7Unnamed Future Park (Hallie’s Cove)*Hallie Glade 39.7N 0.2 8Heritage Oaks Park 11700 Long Leaf Pkwy13.1N1 0.5 3 Y Y Y Y 9Unnamed Future Park (Homestead)(3) Homestead Parkway14.9N 0.5 1 Y Y 10Rhine Valley Park9958 Mulhouse Dr5.0N21 0.5 1 Y Y 1 Y Y Y 1 Y 11Wendy Swan Memorial Park4601 Cherry Tree2.7N1 0.2 1 3 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 1 Y 12The Park at Woodland Oaks 905 Woodland Oaks Drive1.8N1 2 Y 1 Y Y 13Community Circle Park (2)* Community Circle Drive8.3C55 Y CITY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATION, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAILS MASTER PLAN22 * Concept Plan Available P = Pocket Park, N = Neighborhood Park, C = Community Park, R = Regional Park, L = Linear Park or Greenway, OS = Open Space or Nature Park, SP = Special Purpose Park Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park Name Address Ac r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 14 Pickrell Park 703 Oak St 17.3 C 2 Y 0.3 1 10 Y Y 4 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 15 Schertz Community Playscape 629 Westchester Dr 1.1 C 0.1 10 Y Y Y Y Y 16 Thulemeyer Park 901 Oak St 16.1 C 5 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 17 Crescent Bend Nature Park 12805 Schaefer Road 189.6 R 3.7 2 Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 18 Schertz Soccer Complex 75 Maske Rd 42.0 R 12 Y 1 Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 1 19 Cut-Off Park (1)FM 1518 along Cibolo Creek 58.2 L 1.5 Y 20 Dietz Creek Trail Community Circle Drive L 0.85 21 Great Northern Trail*Varies L 2.4+Y Y Y 22 Oak Forest Park 4200 Block of FM 3009 2.6 L 0.2 Y 23 Schertz Parkway Trail Schertz Parkway from IH-35 to FM 78 L 6.2 Y Y Y Y 24 Johnie McDow Sports Complex (2) 955 Community Circle Drive 11.9 SP 7 Y Y Y Y Y Y 4 Y 25 Schertz Dog Park (2)940 Community Circle Drive 0.6 SP 0.1 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 26 Schertz Skate Park (2)820 Community Circle Drive 0.3 SP 1 Y Y Y Table 1. Parks and Recreation Facilities inventory, Continued PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 23 + Great Northern Trail - 7 miles proposed trail length Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park NameAddressAc r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 14Pickrell Park703 Oak St17.3C2Y 0.3 1 10 Y Y 4 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 15Schertz Community Playscape 629 Westchester Dr1.1C 0.1 10 Y Y Y Y Y 16Thulemeyer Park 901 Oak St16.1C5Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 17Crescent Bend Nature Park 12805 Schaefer Road189.6R 3.7 2 Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 18Schertz Soccer Complex75 Maske Rd42.0R12Y 1 Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 1 19Cut-Off Park (1)FM 1518 along Cibolo Creek58.2L 1.5 Y 20Dietz Creek TrailCommunity Circle DriveL 0.85 21Great Northern Trail*VariesL 2.4+Y Y Y 22Oak Forest Park4200 Block of FM 30092.6L 0.2 Y 23Schertz Parkway Trail Schertz Parkway from IH-35 to FM 78 L 6.2 Y Y Y Y 24Johnie McDow Sports Complex (2) 955 Community Circle Drive11.9SP7Y Y Y Y Y Y 4 Y 25Schertz Dog Park (2)940 Community Circle Drive0.6SP 0.1 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 26Schertz Skate Park (2)820 Community Circle Drive0.3SP1 Y Y Y CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN24 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park Name Address Ac r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 27 Veterans Memorial Plaza 512 Schertz Parkway 0.6 SP Y 1 Y Y Total 456.6 12 5 12 8 7 1 19.02 1 1 1 1 39 2 10 1 2 8 City-Owned Properties Designated for Parks Utilization (Undeveloped) 28 Palm Park (1)200 Block of FM 78 2.4 P Y Y 29 Zuehl Lot (1)107 Zuehl Rd 0.6 P 30 Unnamed Future Park (Graytown Valley)* Graytown Road and Boeing Drive 44.9 N 31 Unnamed Future Park (Parklands)*Parklands Way 8.8 N 32 Unnamed Future Park (Hilltop) (3)* 6300 Block of Jimmy Walker Dr 28.3 C 33 Cibolo Creek Trail & Paddle Trail (1)Varies L + 34 Dry Comal Creek Trail Varies L + 35 East Dietz Creek Trail*Varies L + 36 West Dietz Creek Trail*Varies L 0.5+ 37 Woman Hollering Creek Trail*Varies L + 38 Berry Creek Open Space FM 3009 5.1 OS * Concept Plan Available P = Pocket Park, N = Neighborhood Park, C = Community Park, R = Regional Park, L = Linear Park or Greenway, OS = Open Space or Nature Park, SP = Special Purpose Park Table 1. Parks and Recreation Facilities inventory, Continued PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 25 + Cibolo Creek Trail - 3.6 miles proposed trail length, Dry Comal Creek Trail - 4 miles proposed trail length, East Dietz Creek Trail - 4 miles proposed trail length Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park NameAddressAc r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 27Veterans Memorial Plaza 512 Schertz Parkway0.6SP Y 1 Y Y Total456.612512871 19.02 1 1 1 1 39 2 10 1 2 8 City-Owned Properties Designated for Parks Utilization (Undeveloped) 28Palm Park (1)200 Block of FM 782.4P Y Y 29Zuehl Lot (1)107 Zuehl Rd0.6P 30Unnamed Future Park (Graytown Valley)* Graytown Road and Boeing Drive44.9N 31Unnamed Future Park (Parklands)*Parklands Way8.8N 32Unnamed Future Park (Hilltop) (3)* 6300 Block of Jimmy Walker Dr28.3C 33Cibolo Creek Trail & Paddle Trail (1)VariesL + 34Dry Comal Creek TrailVariesL + 35East Dietz Creek Trail*VariesL + 36West Dietz Creek Trail*VariesL 0.5+ 37Woman Hollering Creek Trail*VariesL + 38Berry Creek Open SpaceFM 30095.1OS CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN26 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park Name Address Ac r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 39 Dry Comal Creek Nature Park* Bunker St and FM 482 10.6 OS 40 Unnamed Future Park (Live Oak Hills) Schertz Parkway/ Wiederstein 52.2 OS 0.5 Total 152.9 1 City-Owned Recreation Facilities 41 North Center 3501 Morning Drive 2.3 -Y 1 Y Y 42 Schertz Civic Center 1400 Schertz Parkway 0.5 -Y 1 Y Y 43 Schertz Community Center 1400 Schertz Parkway 0.1 -Y 1 Y Y 44 Schertz Library 798 Schertz Parkway 0.8 -Y 1 Y Y Y 45 Schertz Recreation Center (Operated by the YMCA) 621 Westchester Drive 2.3 -1 1 Y Y 46 Schertz Senior Center (Operated by the YMCA) 608 Schertz Parkway 0.2 -Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 1 47 Schertz Aquatic Center (Operated by the YMCA) 560 Schertz Parkway -1 1 Total 6.2 1 1 7 1 City-Owned Totals 615.7 12 5 12 8 7 1 20.02 1 1 1 2 1 39 2 10 1 2 7 9 * Concept Plan Available P = Pocket Park, N = Neighborhood Park, C = Community Park, R = Regional Park, L = Linear Park or Greenway, OS = Open Space or Nature Park, SP = Special Purpose Park Table 1. Parks and Recreation Facilities inventory, Continued PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 27 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park NameAddressAc r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 39Dry Comal Creek Nature Park* Bunker St and FM 48210.6OS 40Unnamed Future Park (Live Oak Hills) Schertz Parkway/ Wiederstein52.2OS 0.5 Total152.9 1 City-Owned Recreation Facilities 41North Center3501 Morning Drive2.3-Y 1 Y Y 42Schertz Civic Center1400 Schertz Parkway0.5-Y 1 Y Y 43Schertz Community Center 1400 Schertz Parkway0.1-Y 1 Y Y 44Schertz Library798 Schertz Parkway0.8-Y 1 Y Y Y 45 Schertz Recreation Center (Operated by the YMCA) 621 Westchester Drive2.3-1 1 Y Y 46 Schertz Senior Center (Operated by the YMCA) 608 Schertz Parkway0.2-Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Y 1 47 Schertz Aquatic Center (Operated by the YMCA) 560 Schertz Parkway-1 1 Total6.2 1 1 7 1 City-Owned Totals615.712512871 20.02 1 1 1 2 1 39 2 10 1 2 7 9 + West Dietz Creek Trail - 3 miles proposed total trail length, Woman Hollering Creek Trail - 5 miles proposed trail length CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN28 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park Name Address Ac r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) Privately Owned/Home Owner Association (HOA) Parks 48 Elm Park Melville Lane 0.2 P Y 49 Willow Park Melville Lane 0.3 P 50 Arroyo Verde Park North side of Arroyo Verde 4.0 N Y 51 Ashley Place Park At the terminus of Victoria Point 2.6 N 52 Belmont Park Granville Peak 1.2 N 0.25 1 1 Y 2 Y Y Y Y Y Y 53 Belmont Park Open Space Intersection of Hourless Oaks/ Triple Crown 2.2 N 1 1 Y Y Y Proposed Consolidations Table 1. Parks and Recreation Facilities inventory, Continued (1)Marked with blue in the map label column in the matrix: Cut-off, Zuehl and Palm Parks will become part of the Cibolo Creek String of Parks, as stops along a regional Cibolo Creek Trail network. (2) Marked with green in the map label column in the matrix: The existing Community Circle Park will be enhanced and expanded to incorporate the Johnie McDow Sports Complex, Dog Park, Skate Park, and a new community park space. (3) Marked with orange in the map label column in the matrix: The unnamed future park (Hilltop) will be combined with unnamed future park (Homestead) and two adjacent undeveloped parcels to create a larger park. PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 29 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park NameAddressAc r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) Privately Owned/Home Owner Association (HOA) Parks 48Elm ParkMelville Lane0.2P Y 49Willow ParkMelville Lane0.3P 50Arroyo Verde ParkNorth side of Arroyo Verde4.0N Y 51Ashley Place ParkAt the terminus of Victoria Point2.6N 52Belmont ParkGranville Peak1.2N 0.25 1 1 Y 2 Y Y Y Y Y Y 53Belmont Park Open Space Intersection of Hourless Oaks/ Triple Crown 2.2N 1 1 Y Y Y CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN30 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park Name Address Ac r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 54 Dove Meadows Park Sandy Ridge Circle 2.5 N 2 1 1 1 Y Y Y Y 55 Fairhaven Park Columbia Drive 0.6 N 1 2 Y 2 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 56 Jonas Woods Park Jonas Drive 1.3 N Y 1 Y Y Y Y 57 Kramer Farms Park Corner of Hitch Road/Rooster Run 0.4 N 2 Y 1 Y Y Y 58 Laura Heights Halie Heights 5.2 N Y Y 59 Links at Scenic Hills 6300 Block of Jimmy Walker Dr 1.5 N 1 Y 60 Riata Amenity Center Mineral Springs & Fairlawn Ave 0.6 N 1 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 61 Scenic Hills Lodge Scenic Drive & Vista Drive 5.1 N 0.2 1 Y 1 1 Y Y Y Y Y 62 Turtle Park Thoreau Trail 0.7 N 1 Y 63 Windy Meadows Park Windy Oaks Mobile Home Park, Meadow View Drive 1.4 N 1 1 1 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Total 29.9 2 1 2 1.45 6 10 7 3 SCUCISD Facilities (even if not currently open to public) 64 Allison L. Steele Enhanced Learning Center 204 Wright Avenue 9.5 -3 1 3 Y 65 Clarence Shelton Athletic Complex Elbel Road 13.1 -1 8 Y Y Y Y Y 2 8 66 Green Valley Elementary School 1694 Green Valley Road 10.2 -3 Y Y 4 Table 1. Parks and Recreation Facilities inventory, Continued PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 31 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park NameAddressAc r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 54Dove Meadows ParkSandy Ridge Circle2.5N211 1 Y Y Y Y 55Fairhaven ParkColumbia Drive0.6N 1 2 Y 2 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 56Jonas Woods ParkJonas Drive1.3N Y 1 Y Y Y Y 57Kramer Farms ParkCorner of Hitch Road/Rooster Run0.4N 2 Y 1 Y Y Y 58Laura HeightsHalie Heights5.2N Y Y 59Links at Scenic Hills6300 Block of Jimmy Walker Dr1.5N 1 Y 60Riata Amenity CenterMineral Springs & Fairlawn Ave0.6N 1 1 Y Y Y Y Y Y 61Scenic Hills LodgeScenic Drive & Vista Drive5.1N 0.2 1 Y 1 1 Y Y Y Y Y 62Turtle ParkThoreau Trail0.7N 1 Y 63Windy Meadows Park Windy Oaks Mobile Home Park, Meadow View Drive 1.4N1 1 1 Y Y 1 Y Y Y Y Total29.9212 1.45 6 10 7 3 SCUCISD Facilities (even if not currently open to public) 64 Allison L. Steele Enhanced Learning Center 204 Wright Avenue9.5-313 Y 65Clarence Shelton Athletic ComplexElbel Road13.1-18 Y Y Y Y Y 2 8 66Green Valley Elementary School 1694 Green Valley Road10.2-3 Y Y 4 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN32 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park Name Address Ac r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 67 John A. Sippel Elementary School 420 Fairlawn Avenue 13.5 -4 Y Y 2 68 Laura Ingalls Wilder Intermediate School 806 Savannah Drive 12.1 -2 1 3 1 Y Y Y Y Y 4 69 Norma J. Paschal Elementary School 590 Savannah Drive 10.8 -1 3 4 2 70 Ray D. Corbett Junior High School 12000 Ray Corbett Drive 33.6 -2 1 1 6 Y Y Y Y 5 71 Rose Garden Elementary School 10414 E Fm 1518 N 17.6 1 6 Y Y Y 72 Samuel Clemens High School 1001 Elbel Road 47.1 -2 1 Y Y 6 Y Y Y 1 73 Schertz Elementary School 701 Curtiss Street 13.0 -2 5 Y Y 2 Total 180.3 2 5 3 2 3 13 14 23 6 16 14 Table 1. Parks and Recreation Facilities inventory, Continued PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 33 Active Facilities Water Recreation Passive Recreation Miscellaneous Ma p L a b e l Park NameAddressAc r e a g e Cl a s s i f i c a t i o n Ba s e b a l l / S o f t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) St a n d a l o n e B a c k s t o p ( # ) So c c e r F i e l d ( # ) Fo o t b a l l F i e l d ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e P r a c t i c e F i e l d ( # ) Ba s k e t b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Pi c k l e b a l l C o u r t ( # ) Mu l t i p u r p o s e C o u r t ( b a s k e t b a l l , p i c k l e b a l l ) ( # ) Te n n i s C o u r t ( # ) Co n c e s s i o n S t a n d ( Y / N ) Sk a t e P a r k ( # ) Di s c G o l f C o u r s e ( # ) zz Wa l k i n g / B i k i n g T r a i l ( # m i l e s ) Fi t n e s s E q u i p m e n t ( Y / N ) Fi s h i n g P i e r ( # ) Ou t d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) In d o o r A q u a t i c F a c i l i t y ( # ) Sp l a s h P a d ( # ) Do g P a r k ( # ) Pl a y s c a p e U n i t s ( # ) Ga r d e n s ( Y / N ) Bi r d B l i n d s ( # ) Ta b l e / P i c n i c T a b l e s ( Y / N ) BB Q G r i l l ( Y / N ) Pi c n i c S h e l t e r / P a v i l i o n ( # ) Ca m p s i t e Am p h i t h e a t e r / O u t d o o r E v e n t S p a c e ( # ) Co m m u n i t y R e c r e a t i o n F a c i l i t y ( # ) Re s t r o o m s ( Y / N ) Pa r k i n g ( Y / N ) Tr a s h C a n s Wa t e r F o u n t a i n ( Y / N ) Be n c h e s ( Y / N ) Sh a d e S t r u c t u r e s ( # ) Do g W a s t e S t a t i o n ( Y / N ) Bl e a c h e r s ( Y / N ) 67John A. Sippel Elementary School 420 Fairlawn Avenue13.5-4 Y Y 2 68Laura Ingalls Wilder Intermediate School 806 Savannah Drive12.1-213 1 Y Y Y Y Y 4 69Norma J. Paschal Elementary School 590 Savannah Drive10.8-13 4 2 70Ray D. Corbett Junior High School 12000 Ray Corbett Drive33.6-2116 Y Y Y Y 5 71Rose Garden Elementary School 10414 E Fm 1518 N17.61 6 Y Y Y 72Samuel Clemens High School1001 Elbel Road47.1-21 Y Y 6 Y Y Y 1 73Schertz Elementary School701 Curtiss Street13.0-2 5 Y Y 2 Total180.3253231314 23 6 16 14 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN34 Cibolo Creek String of Parks The Cibolo Creek String of Parks is intended to create a series of open spaces and access points along a regional walking and paddling trail along Cibolo Creek that would go through Schertz as well as its neighboring cities of Cibolo, Universal City and Selma. Parks in the “string” would encompass the existing Cut-Off Park along with some undeveloped parcels already acquired by the Parks Department, including Palm Park, Zuehl Park and an additional parcel recently donated along FM 1518. Eventually, Crescent Bend Nature Park and two Cibolo Creek Municipal Authority (CCMA) properties (one adjacent to Crescent Bend Nature Park and another near the southern city limit) would be connected to the walking and paddling trail along Cibolo Creek as well, along with any other creek- side parcels the City is able to acquire. Location and Access Currently, Cut-Off Park has a prime location with significant frontage along FM 1518 and one small dirt parking lot and some signage. The trails in Cut-Off Park are natural and not handicapped accessible. Palm and Zuehl Parks are tucked behind commercial and residential developments. Palm has limited parking and Zuehl has no parking. Neither park has signage. Existing Conditions Cut-Off Park is a linear natural area with primitive trails and Palm and Zuehl parks are both small undeveloped lots. All provide water access to Cibolo Creek. Opportunities for Improvement A full trailhead at Cut-Off Park with paved parking and restroom facilities Accessible trails at Cut-Off Park The eastern edge of Cut-Off Park is near historic Downtown Schertz and could become a part of any redevelopment efforts for the Downtown area. Palm Park could serve youth activities, such as Scouting. Through the FM 78 corridor redevelopment, if the opportunity presents itself for redevelopment of the two buildings between the park and FM 78 the City could consider it. Zuehl Park is adjacent to single-family homes and is best suited for low-impact activities. This could be an ideal location for a kayak put-in, as the Cibolo Creek is damed and non-navigable just to the north. With the implementation of a regional hike and walking trail network along Cibolo Creek, the String of Parks could become a regional draw. Park Location Park Size Park Type Varies Varies Community Park Features Walking and Biking Trails Natural Area Water Access Picnic Tables Parking About the Park Map 5. Cibolo Creek String of Parks Route Cibolo Creek Cibolo Creek String of ParksString of Parks PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 35 Existing Conditions at Palm Park Cut-Off ParkCut-Off Park Crescent Bend Crescent Bend Nature ParkNature Park Thulemeyer Thulemeyer ParkPark Pickrell ParkPickrell Park Palm ParkPalm Park Zuehl LotZuehl Lot CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN36 Community Circle Park Location and Access The proposed Community Circle Park will consolidate the existing multipurpose fields with the Skate Park, Dog Park, Johnie McDow Sports Complex, and new park amenities. This would develop a 38.5-acre community park, located in the center of Schertz adjacent to the City’s Municipal Complex. Access is directly off Schertz Parkway and there is ample parking available. Existing Conditions The Johnie McDow Sports Complex currently contains competition-level baseball and softball fields and is one of the primary sport amenities in the City. It is managed by the City in partnership with the Buffalo Valley Youth Association (BVYA). Both the Skate Park and Dog Park are located adjacent to the sports complex and, while functional, are limited in their offerings and in need of infrastructure improvements. The current Community Circle Park is an open, multipurpose field with freestanding backstops that are used by BVYA for practice. Opportunities for Improvement • Implement the concept plan shown on the following page to provide improved amenities and additional recreational programming. The park improvements have been fully funded by the Schertz EDC and are expected to complete construction in 2028. • Expand the Dietz Creek Trail to connect the park to the Cibolo Creek Trail and Great Northern Trail as shown in the map on page 19. Map Park Location Park Size Park Type Community Circle Drive 38.5 Acres Community Park Features Baseball and Softball Complex Standalone Backstop Concession Stand Picnic Tables Restrooms Skate Park Walking and Biking Trails Parking Trash Cans Water Fountain Grand Stands Shade Structure Multipurpose Practice Field Dog Park Benches About the Park Map 6. Community Circle Park Location Great Northern Trail The Great Northern Trail is a proposed 8-mile long trail that will span from Schertz Parkway to the Cypress Point neighborhood in northern Schertz. The trail is planned to be developed as a multi- use trail. Some sections of the trail are already developed that include a half-mile section from Schertz Parkway to Wiederstein Road and another section on the Cibolo Valley Baptist Church property at FM 1103. PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 37 Concept for an expanded Skate Park (Source: City of Schertz) Concept for Community Circle Park (Source: City of Schertz) Concept for Community Circle Park (Source: City of Schertz) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN38 Crescent Bend Nature Park Location and Access Crescent Bend Nature Park (CBNP) is located along the Cibolo Creek and West Schaefer Road. The park attracts visitors from the surrounding region and is accessible by personal automobiles. Eventually the park is expected to be connected to the Cibolo Creek Trail network. Existing Conditions CBNP is one of the few parks with a regional draw in the City and offers unique amenities such as birding and campsites (to be used for Scouting groups only) along with walking and biking trails, picnic tables, and educational signage. The park is also a Certified Firefly Habitat and is committed to the protection of fireflies from invasive species, light pollution and habitat degradation. In addition, the park sustains multiple habitats and diverse wildlife. It also hosts events such as educational walks and Star Party. The Friends of Crescent Bend Nature Park is a volunteer group that works with the City to spearhead conservation efforts and ensure the provision of necessary amenities in the park. The group has been involved in developing strategies and recommendations for the future development of the park. Opportunities for Improvement • Undertake initiatives to preserve the biodiversity of the park and restore habitat, such as invasive removal and soil health enhancing maintenance strategies. • Provide fishing access along the northeast corner of the park. Identify locations for fishing piers. • Develop a concept plan for constructing an educational pavilion in the park. • Improve pedestrian and bicycle access to the park through a connected trail system and introduce additional educational programming for kids and young adults. • Provide additional parking for visitors. • Provide additional restrooms. • Provide natural, exploratory children’s play areas. • Provide outdoor classroom nodes along the trail network. Park Location Park Size Park Type 12805 Schaefer Road 180.7 Acres Open Space Park Features Walking and Biking Trails Picnic Tables Restrooms Natural Areas,Habitat Birding Stations Water Access Parking Benches Campsite Paved Trails About the Park Map 7. Crescent Bend Nature Park Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 39 Existing Conditions in Crescent Bend Nature Park CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN40 Cypress Point Park Location and Access Cypress Point Park is a neighborhood park located along Cypress Point in the northern part of Schertz and will serve as the eastern end point for the proposed Great Northern Trail (see Appendix B for concept plan of the Great Northern Trail). The Park begins at a neighborhood entrance off the I-35 frontage road and follows a utility easement through single-family homes. Access is via neighborhood streets and sidewalks, and there is a small parking lot next to the playscape. Existing Conditions The park is irregular in shape and weaves among homes. Amenities currently consist of a small playground and walking and biking trails. It is also informally used for hosting outdoor movies. The majority of the park is open lawn space. Opportunities for Improvement • Utilize the natural topography of the site to develop an amphitheater to host movie nights and other programming. • Develop a trailhead that connects to the Great Northern Trail on the west side of the park. • Assess the potential of developing a disc golf course. Park Location Park Size Park Type 5526 Cypress Point 10.5 Acres Neighborhood Park Features Walking and Biking Trails Covered Playground Parking Benches About the Park Map 8. Cypress Point Park Location i-35i-35 FM 48 2 FM 48 2 PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 41 Existing Conditions in Cypress Point Park CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN42 Dry Comal Creek Nature Park Location and Access The Dry Comal Creek Nature Park is a recently annexed, undeveloped park located along FM 482 adjacent to Dry Comal Creek. It is in the far northeast part of the City, and a portion of the park is in Comal Township. The park is located along Comal Creek and includes a pond with wetland habitat. It is also adjacent to the historic Saint Joseph’s Cemetery and is across the street from St. Joseph’s German Chapel, which was designated as a historic site by the Schertz Historic Preservation Committee in 2011. It is accessed by neighborhood streets and is adjacent to single- family homes. Existing Conditions The area has drainage issues and is prone to flooding. The park is conceptualized to be developed as a nature park in partnership between the City and Great Springs Project. Opportunities for Improvement Opportunities for future improvements and new amenities could include: • Implement the existing concept plan shown on the following page to improve access and introduce amenities such as parking, boardwalks and trailheads. • Develop the park as part of a greater cultural site celebrating local history. • Provide buffering from the adjacent neighborhoods. • Enhance the site with habitat restoration. • Identify opportunities for recreational programming including aquatic recreation, nature play and education. Park Location Park Size Park Type Intersection of Bunker Street and FM 482 10.6 Acres Open Space Park Features Under Construction Natural Areas Pond and Wetland Habitat Large Trees Mowed Field on Upper Portion of Site About the Park Map 9. Dry Comal Creek Nature Park Location FM 48 2 FM 48 2 i-35i-35 PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 43 Trailhead Vision for Dry Comal Creek Plan (Source: City of Schertz)Boardwalk Vision for Dry Comal Creek Plan (Source: City of Schertz) Proposed Trail Connections to Dry Comal Creek Park (Source: City of Schertz) Saint Saint Joseph’s Joseph’s CemeteryCemetery CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN44 Unnamed Future Park (Graytown Valley) Location and Access This unnamed future park is a 45-acre undeveloped park located along Graytown Road and Boeing Drive in the southwest part of Schertz. It will be accessible via neighborhood streets. Existing Conditions The park is currently undeveloped and features natural assets of large trees and ponds. The future concept includes a neighborhood park with trails, lakes, a multi- age playground and a pavilion as shown in the concept plan on the following page. The park is expected to be developed with the construction of the surrounding housing development. Opportunities for Improvement • Implement the concept plan shown on the following page to develop a playground, pavilion, trailhead, restrooms and parking as shown in Phase One of the concept plan. • Prepare an implementation plan for Phase Two of the concept plan. Park Location Park Size Park Type Intersection of Graytown Road and Boeing Drive 45 Acres Neighborhood Park Features Currently Undeveloped Natural Areas Natural Ponds Large Trees About the Park Map 10. Graytown valley Park Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 45 Proposed Concept for Graytown Valley Park (Source: City of Schertz) Graytown Valley Park, Phase One Improvements (Source: City of Schertz) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN46 Heritage Oaks Park Location and Access Heritage Oaks Park is a neighborhood park located in the southern part of Schertz serving the adjacent neighborhood. Is is access via neighborhood roads and there is a parking lot that is shared with the adjacent amenity center. Existing Conditions The park provides natural amenities such as large oak trees and a pond. It also houses recreational amenities including a playground, half basketball court, educational signage, picnic tables and scenic views. It is surrounded by single-family homes. The Crossvine Amenity Center, a private recreation center, is located adjacent to Heritage Oaks Park. The amenity center houses an amphitheater and events pavilion overlooking the pond. Opportunities for Improvement • Partner with The Crossvine to connect the park to the adjacent amenity center for special events open to the public. • Provide more educational signage throughout the park. • Provide nature-play elements for kids such as discovery trails, natural hiding spots, logs, etc. • Provide accessible trails and handicapped access to the playscape. • Provide additional parking. • Provide water access for fishing, kayaking and birding. Park Location Park Size Park Type 11700 Long Leaf Parkway 13.1 Acres Neighborhood Park Features Playground Picnic Tables Large Shade Trees Basketball Court (half) Parking Benches Pond About the Park Bridge Crossing at Heritage Oaks Park Map 11. Heritage Oaks Park Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 47 Existing Conditions in Heritage Oaks Park CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN48 Unnamed Future Park (Hilltop) Location and Access This unnamed future park is a proposed consolidation of the existing unnamed park located along Columbia Drive, the adjacent unnamed park (Homestead) currently under development, and two additional undeveloped parcels. Once combined, they will create a 45-acre community park as shown in the concept plan on the following page. The park is accessed via neighborhood streets and unnamed park (Homestead) is accessed off a new collector street recently built by the adjacent housing development. There are small paved parking lots at both parks. Existing Conditions The existing parkland contains one of the highest points in the City and offers beautiful views of Schertz and the Hill Country. The park has large topographical changes and is covered in cedar trees. It is currently used for biking and hiking on primitive trails. There is some evidence of wash-out on the steeper trails. Unnamed park (Homestead) is being built along with the surrounding housing development. It has a pond with wetland habitat, paved walking trails, lighting and a fishing pier. The two undeveloped parcels are similar in nature to the existing unnamed park (Homestead) with hilly terrain and cedars. Opportunities for Improvement • The consolidated park offers a unique opportunity to become a regional draw due to its size and potential to provide desirable assets. • Improve the trail network within the park as shown in the concept plan, with a focus on mountain biking and hiking. • Provide a lookout tower at the highest point of the park. • Coordinate with the respective HOA to provide more parking. • Identify locations for interpretive signage throughout the park. • Identify opportunities for recreational programming on the property. Park Location Park Size Park Type 6300 Block of Jimmy Walker Dr 45 acre Community Park Features Partially Undeveloped/ Under Construction Paved Walking Trails Natural Walking and Biking Trails, Single Track Cedar Forest and Wetland Habitats Lighting Natural Topographic Change, High Spot/ Viewpoint Fishing Pond and Pier Parking Lot along Homestead Pkwy Playground and Parking Lot along Jimmy Walker (currently owned by HOA, planned to be given to the City) About the Park Map 12. Hilltop Park Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 49 Trail at Hilltop Park Proposed Concept for Hilltop Park (Source: City of Schertz) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN50 Live Oak Hills Park + Forest Ridge Park Location and Access The existing Forest Ridge Park is a linear park located along Wiederstein Road. It does not have parking but is accessible from the surrounding neighborhoods via sidewalks and community trails. Live Oak Hills is an undeveloped piece of parkland on the western end of Forest Ridge Park, and is anticipated to serve as the western end point for the proposed Great Northern Trail (GNT), the concept plan for which can be found in Appendix B. Existing trails stretch from Roy Richard Drive to Schertz Parkway, but are intended to connect all the way to Cibolo Creek in the future. Existing Conditions Both parks follow a major overhead utility easement and provide unpaved trails with minimal amenities. Portions of the trail are exposed, while others are shaded by tree cover. At present, Forest Ridge serves the residents of Forest Ridge Community and is an area primarily for walking. The trails must cross Widerstein Road at one point. The Live Oak Hills portion is undeveloped and unmaintained, except for a trail that follows the utility lines. Opportunities for Improvement • Develop a trailhead with parking and restrooms for the GNT. • Develop amenities, such as a splashpad and trailhead closer to Schertz Parkway, in order to minimize impact on the existing neighborhoods. • Develop maintenance guidelines that protect and enhance the natural features of the park, such as the trees and native plants and wildflowers. Park Location Park Size Park Type 17529 Wiederstein Road 36.8 Acres Community Park Features Partially Undeveloped Unpaved Trails Natural Areas Prairie Habitat Natural Tree Cover/ Shade About the Park Live Oak Hills Map 13. Live Oak Hills & Forest Ridge Parks Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 51 Existing Conditions in Live Oaks Hills CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN52 North Center Location and Access The North Center is located at the intersection of Morning Drive and Country Club Boulevard within walking distance of Wendy Swan Memorial Park, the Northcliffe Area Trails and Greenspace, and Hilltop Park. It is situated among single-family homes and accessible via neighborhood roads and sidewalks. There is a 15-spot paved parking lot. Existing Conditions The facility currently includes an approximately 5,200 square foot building that serves as a community center and provides additional recreational programming in the area. The remaining land is open field. There is a drainage ditch along the western boundary of the site and an undeveloped, wooded approximately 5-acre parcel to the north. The facility is planned to be developed into a formal satellite location for the Recreation Center, serving the northern part of Schertz. The City currently hosts programming such as summer camp at the location. Opportunities for Improvement • Develop and implement a concept plan to turn the facility into a satellite recreation center. • Acquire adjacent land to expand the community center and provide additional facilities, outdoor amenities and parking. • Identify a location to develop a small dog park on the site. • Identify opportunities for hosting recreational events that incorporate Wendy Swan Memorial Park, the North Center, and Hilltop Park as destinations. • Identify opportunities for additional outdoor recreational programming. Facility Location Property Size Facility Type 3501 Morning Drive 5.3 Acres Recreational Facility Park Features Community Center Restrooms Multipurpose Field Parking Snack Bar/Kitchen About the Recreation Facility Map 14. The North Center Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 53 Need PhotosNeed Photos Existing Conditions of the North Center CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN54 Pickrell Park and Thulemeyer Park Location and Access Pickrell and Thulemeyer Parks are located near the City’s western boundary along Cibolo Creek. They have good vehicular access off of FM 1518, a few blocks north of FM 78. They are just across FM 1518 from Cut-Off Park and the Cibolo Creek Trails, but there is no safe pedestrian crossing location along FM 1518. Both Pickrell and Thulemeyer Parks have large paved and gravel parking areas. The parks are accessible from neighborhoods to the east via some limited sidewalk infrastructure. Aero Avenue, a neighborhood collector street that runs from FM 1518 to Schertz Parkway, runs between Pickrell Park and Thulemeyer Park, with no formal pedestrian crossings provided. Existing Conditions These two parks currently provide some of the premier amenities in the City, including lighted sports fields at Thulemeyer Park and a large event pavilion, pool and multiple playscapes at Pickrell Park. Many large community events are held at this location. However, many of the facilities are starting to show their age and could use upgrading. There is a major drainage channel running north/south through the parks, which provides some topographical change between the east and west portions of the parks. Opportunities for Improvement Enhance pedestrian connections and crossings between Thulemeyer and Pickrell Parks as well as across FM1518 to provide access to the Cibolo Creek Trails. Update existing amenities such as fencing, lighting and restrooms. Improve accessibility of existing playground and walkways. Provide additional parking. Address drainage issues. Park Location Park Size Park Type Oak Street 33.4 Acres Community Park Features Softball/Baseball Fields Standalone Backstop Basketball Court Pickleball Court Walking and Biking Trails Swimming Pool Playgrounds BBQ Grills Outdoor Event Space Concession Stand Picnic Tables Restrooms Parking Grand Stands About the Park Map 15. Pickrell and Thulemeyer Parks Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 55 Pickrell Park Thulemeyer Park Pickrell Park Pickrell Park Pickrell Park CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN56 Unnamed Future Park (part of Parklands development dedication) Location and Access This undeveloped park is located along Parklands Way adjacent to Parklands Estate, a community collector street for a new housing development in far northeast Schertz. The park will be accessible by Parklands Way and other neighborhood streets. There is on-street parking and a future off-street parking lot. The park will primarily be accessible to the adjacent neighborhoods, as there is little else in the area currently. Existing Conditions The area is undeveloped. The park is planned to be developed by the developer of the housing community and deeded to the City as a neighborhood park. It will provide amenities such as playgrounds, a basketball court, soccer field, pickleball court, restrooms and a parking lot. Opportunities for Improvement • Implement the concept plan shown on the following page. Park Location Park Size Park Type Parklands Way 8.8 Acres Neighborhood Park Features Currently Undeveloped About the Park Map 16. Future Park Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 57 Concept Plan for Parklands Recreation (Source: City of Schertz) Existing Conditions at Unnamed Park (Parklands Development Dedication) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN58 Unnamed Future Park (part of Hallie’s Cove development dedication) Location and Access Hallie’s Cove Park is an undeveloped park located at the back of the Hallie’s Cove subdivision, which is off FM 1518 near the City’s southern boundary. The park is accessible via neighborhood roads with good sidewalk infrastructure. Existing Conditions The park includes two parcels located north and south of the existing neighborhood development. There is a proposed additional phase of development located east of the current houses, which will also provide a trail easement along Woman Hollering Creek to connect the two park sites (see concept plan on the following page). Currently, the only amenities are a small paved walking loop trail and mowed fields in the northern parcel off Hallie Glade. The remaining portions of the sites are undeveloped and wooded. There is a small natural drainageway running east/west through the southern parcel that connects into Woman Hollering Creek. Opportunities for Improvement • Implement the existing concept plan to provide additional paved and natural trails throughout the park sites. • Develop neighborhood park amenities, such as a playground and picnic shelter, most appropriate in the northern parcel. • Enhance the natural function of the “secondary drainage” running through the southern parcel via habitat and ecosystem restoration. • Provide more natural amenities in the southern parcel, such as nature play, picnic sites and seating nodes along the trail. Park Location Park Size Park Type Hallie Glade 39.7 Acres Neighborhood Park Features Partially Undeveloped Paved Walking Path Natural Tree Cover Natural Drainage Feature About the Park Map 17. Future Park Location PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 59 Concept Plan for Woman Hollering Creek Park (Source: City of Schertz) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN60 RECREATIONAL PROGRAMMING The City of Schertz is committed to ensuring that everyone in the community has access to fun, enjoyable and healthy recreational activities. The City offers various seasonal and year-round recreational programs, festivals and sports leagues for the community. The majority of the programs offered are geared toward children 12 years of age or under. The 4th of July Jubilee, Holidazzle and Movin on Main were among the most attended events held in 2023. The City also offers a significant number of events for teenagers, adults and seniors. Most of the events are open to the public either for free or at a nominal fee. Pickrell Park, Schertz North Center, Schertz Community Center, Crescent Bend Nature Park and Schertz Soccer Complex are some of the highly utilized parks and facilities in the City. Tables 2 to 7 list the recreation programming available to the Schertz community. Recreational programming should respond to community needs. The City should regularly review its list of programs and make changes as needed based on demographics, level of attendance/usage, funding and similar programs offered by other entities in the community. In addition to recreation programs offered by the City, the Buffalo Valley Youth Association (BVYA) offers Fall Ball and Volleyball and the Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance (SYSA) offers youth soccer programs in Schertz. Recreational Programming in Schertz PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 61 Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Participant Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 Festivals/Events Polar Bear Plunge x x x x Pickrell Park Pool Once a year Winter $20 35 N/A 53 63 92 Mother/Son Dance x x x x Civic Center Once a year Winter $18 Adult/$12 Child N/A N/A V 90 103 147 Daddy/Daughter Dance x x x x Civic Center Once a year Winter $18 Adult/$12 Child 300 475 V 209 270 324 Trail Riders Luncheon x x x x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Once a year Winter $0 25 40 40 Kick Cancer 5K (Formerly Wilenchik Walk) x x x x Pickrell Park Once a year Spring $35 200 V 223 634 583 Easter- Eggstravaganza x x Schertz Aquatic Center Once a year Spring $0 160 300 375 375 Movin on Main x x x x Main Street Once a year Spring $100 Business, $50 Non- profit 3 K 3 K 3 K 2 K Movies & Music in the Park x x x x Varies 6-8 times a year Summer $0 600 580 1 K Project Flagline x x x x Schertz Parkway Once a year Summer $0 N/A 40 100 100 100 100 Let Freedom Run 5K x x x x Schertz Parkway Once a year Summer $20 N/A 141 309 296 4th of July Parade x x x x Schertz Parkway Once a year Summer $50 Business, $0 non- profit 4 K N/A 4 K 4 K 5 K 5 K 4th of July Jubilee x x x x Pickrell Park Once a year Summer $0 10 K N/A 10 K 10 K 11 K 10 K Float & Fireworks x x x x Pickrell Park Pool Once a year Summer $3 200 N/A 300 300 300 304 National Watermelon Day x x x x Pickrell Park Pool Once a year Summer $3 100 88 120 Paws in the Pool x x x x Pickrell Park Pool Once a year Fall $3 253 77 180 120 121 102 Table 2. Festivals and Events in Schertz v = virtual CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN62 Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Participant Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 Festivals/Events Dunkin for Pumpkins x x Schertz Aquatic Center Once a year Fall $0 190 200 300 Hal Baldwin Golf Tournament x x x x Olympia Hills Once a year Fall $90 / person 150 135 151 172 Star Party x x x x Crescent Bend Nature Park 3 times a year Spring/ Fall/ Summer $0 150 65 214 240 Deck the City Hall x x x x Hal Baldwin Complex Once a year Winter $0 100 250 Breakfast with Santa x x x x Bluebonnet Hall Once a year Winter $10 142 63 273 272 Kris Kringle Market x x x x Grand Ballroom Once a year Winter $50 for vendors 40 31 33 35 37 Holiday Hoopla x x x x Johnnie McDow Fields Once a year Winter $0 2 K 3 K 5 K Festival of Angels Parade x x x x Pickrell Park Once a year Winter $0 800 1 K 1 K New Years Eve in the Park x x x x Pickrell Park Once a year Winter $0 N/A RO 200 175 N/A N/A Trunk or Treat x x x x Pickrell Park Once a year Fall $0 8 K N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Candy Cruise x x x x Once a year Fall $0 N/A N/A 200 N/A N/A N/A Swim with Santa x Aquatics Center Once a year Winter 100 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Swim N' S'mores x Aquatics Center Twice a year Winter N/A N/A N/A N/A Table 2. Festivals and Events in Schertz, Continued PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 63 Table 3. Social Leagues/Adult Sports in Schertz Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Participant Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 Special Leagues/Adult Sports Kickball x x Thulemeyer Park Weekly Spring/ Fall $25/ person 78 86 293 265 295 298 Cornhole x x Pickrell Park Weekly Spring/ Fall $20/ person 69 55 112 42 Softball x x Thulemeyer Park Weekly Summer $25/ person N/A N/A N/A N/A 103 153 Pickleball x x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Weekly Spring $20 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 47 Pickleball Tournament x x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Once a year Winter $50 N/A N/A N/A N/A 22 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN64 Table 4. Recreational Programs in Schertz Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 Recreational Programs Walk with a Naturalist x x x x Crescent Bend Nature Park Monthly (Oct-May) Fall/ Winter/ Spring $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A 24 25 Nature Discovery Series x x x x Crescent Bend Nature Park Monthly (Skips Nov/Jan/ Jul) Year Round $0 272 35 Pickleball Open Play x x x x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Weekly Spring/ Summer $0 24 104 N/A Ed-Zoo-Cation x x x x Crescent Bend Nature Park 3 times a year Fall/ Spring/ Summer $0 120 171 33 Dark Skies & Fireflies x x x x Crescent Bend Nature Park Once a year Spring $0 65 133 Parent & Me x x x x Schertz North Center Weekly Spring/ Summer $7/ session N/A N/A N/A N/A 28 16 Owl Prowl x x x x Crescent Bend Nature Park Monthly (Jun-Sep)Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A 105 117 Archery Camp x x Schertz Community Center Daily Spring/ Summer $50/ week N/A N/A N/A N/A 16 46 Archery 101 x x Schertz Community Center Quarterly Year Round $20 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 18 Schertz Young Leaders x Schertz Community Center Monthly (Oct-May) School Year $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A 7 12 Sweetheart Court x Varies Year Round 4 4 4 4 N/A N/A Battle of the Bots (iCode)x x Schertz Community Center Daily Summer $200/ week N/A N/A N/A N/A 0 N/A Roblox Editor (iCode)x x Schertz Community Center Daily Summer $200/ week N/A N/A N/A N/A 0 N/A Wild Adaptations x x Schertz North Center Weekly Summer $10/ session N/A N/A N/A N/A 29 N/A PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 65 Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 Recreational Programs International Day of Yoga x x x x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Once a year Summer $0 10 N/A Crafty Tweens x x Schertz North Center Weekly Summer $10/ session N/A N/A N/A N/A 23 N/A Table 4. Recreational Programs in Schertz, Continued Recreational Programming in Schertz CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN66 Table 5. Skyhawks* Programs in Schertz Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 Skyhawks Programs Lacrosse x Schertz Soccer Complex Daily Summer $175/week N/A N/A N/A N/A 7 12 Flag Football Spring Break Camp x Schertz North Center Daily Spring $175/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 8 Basketball & Swim Camp x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Daily Summer $249/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 9 Multi-Sport Camp x Schertz North Center Weekly Spring $79/ participant N/A N/A N/A N/A 6 7 Multi-Sport Camp x Schertz Soccer Complex Daily Summer $175/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 8 Flag Football x Schertz Soccer Complex Daily Summer $175/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 15 Cheer Camp x Schertz North Center Weekly Fall $69/ participant N/A N/A N/A N/A 6 N/A Cheer Camp x Schertz Soccer Complex Daily Summer $175/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 8 Hoopster Tots x Schertz North Center Weekly Fall $69/ participant N/A N/A N/A N/A 4 N/A Soccer Tots x Schertz North Center Weekly Spring/ Fall $79/ participant N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 42 Pickleball x Wendy Swan Weekly Spring $79/ participant N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 11 Stem Sports (Skyhawks)x Schertz North Center Daily Summer $185/week N/A N/A N/A N/A 6 N/A *The Skyhawks Sports Academy offers camps, clinics and leagues for multiple sports including basketball, flag football, volleyball, baseball, etc. for kids between the ages of 4 and 14. The formats of the camps and programs include traditional weeklong summer day camps, year-round after-school programs, sport leagues and clinics. PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 67 Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/ Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 New Summer Programs Wild Wonderers Camp x Crescent Bend Nature Park Daily Summer $70/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 6 Minecraft: Modeling Adventure (iCode) x Schertz Community Center Daily Summer $200/ week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 4 Bluey Bonanza x Schetz North Center Daily Summer $60/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 5 Slime Sculptor School x Schetz North Center Daily Summer $60/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 15 Ninja Warrior Camp x Schetz North Center Daily Summer $48/week (4 days)N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 20 Monster's Vale Junior Warrior Camp x Pickrell Park Poplar Pavilion Daily Summer $30/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 5 YouTube Creator (iCode)x Schertz Community Center Daily Summer $200/ week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 11 Nailed It!x Schertz North Center Daily Summer $60/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 5 STEM-ulate your mind x Schertz Community Center Daily Summer $60/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 7 Day Camp Express x Schertz Community Center Daily Summer $70/week N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 11 Crafting Corner x x Schetz North Center Daily Summer 56/week (4 days)N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 9 Pickleball Camp x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Daily Summer $36/week (3 days)N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 17 Table 6. New Summer Programs in Schertz CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN68 Table 7. Parks and Rec Month Programs in Schertz Program Name (City run or operated by other vendor on City property) Age Group Location Frequency Season Fee Estimated Annual Attendance/ Participation Ag e 1 2 a n d u n d e r Ag e 1 3 t o 1 8 Ad u l t s Se n i o r s 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 20 2 2 20 2 3 20 2 4 New Summer Programs Glow Party x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A 126 75 351 Pupsicles in the Park x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 75 40 20 Pickleball Open Play x x x x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Once a Year Summer $0 4 51 40 Field Day x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A 30 Rainout Foam Party x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A 100 230 Trivia Night x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 5 Nerf War x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 130 Color Fight x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 200 Water Games x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 150 Twilight Yoga x x x x Neighborhood Parks Once a Year Summer $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A 4 N/A Laser Tag x x x x Pickrell Park Large Pavilion Weekly July $12 131 27 N/A N/A PARKS & RECREATiON iNvENTORY 69 Needs AssessmentCH A P T E R 3 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN72 ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY This Plan uses a multifaceted analysis to help determine the parks and recreational needs of the Schertz community. The needs assessment analyzes whether those needs are being met and what types of improvements or changes would be beneficial for Schertz. Existing parks and recreation opportunities are analyzed in terms of public opinion, the location and quantity of parkland, the quantity of facilities within parks, and natural resources in the City. The needs assessment includes three parts. These include demand-based, standards-based and resource- based assessments. The use of multiple assessment methods helps to establish an understanding of key parks and recreation needs and informs Plan recommendations to address those needs. Demand-Based Assessment The needs assessment starts with a demand-based assessment. This includes an analysis and summary of public feedback to identify what the community wants Demand-Based Standards-Based Resource- Based Figure 5. Three Elements of the Needs Assessment and expects from the parks and recreation system, and how this compares to its current state. Standards-Based Assessment The standards-based assessment then analyzes parkland acreage, location and amenities in comparison with the needs and location of the current population and future growth areas. This is used to determine an appropriate target level of service for the Schertz community and identify surpluses or deficits. Resource-Based Assessment Lastly, the resource-based assessment evaluates Schertz’s existing physical, man-made and natural resources to identify opportunities to leverage for public recreation benefit. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 73 Feedback Gathered During the Comprehensive Plan Update This PROST Master Plan followed on the heels of an update to the City of Schertz’s Future Land Use Plan, a process which also conducted community engagement efforts, including a community visioning survey that garnered some parks-specific feedback. During those engagements, the following parks- related items were heard: DEMAND-BASED ASSESSMENT The demand-based assessment is a reflection of the community’s needs and desires for their parks system as expressed directly by residents through various public engagement opportunities. Community engagements utilized for this assessment included: Stakeholder focus groups (5) Tabling at the City’s 4th of July Jubilee event Parks-specific community survey Project website and online mapping exercise Parks-related feedback gathered during the recent Comprehensive Plan update process The following pages present highlights from the community input received. These highlights are opinions from Schertz residents and/or park users and may differ between the various engagement opportunities and questions. Additional public engagement information and details can be found in Appendix X. When the survey asked what Schertz should be like in 20 years, a “Place connected with parks and trails” was #3. Noted Parks and Open Space Needs & Desires: Development of a trail network/system was a priority. There is a desire to make sure new developments are providing recreational amenities to accommodate their residents. Many comments also noted the need for better parks, upkeep/maintenance and more parks. Many comments noted the desire for natural and preserved spaces, over improved parks. When the survey asked about Schertz’s most critical issue, “preserving green space” was #2. When the survey asked what Schertz should be known for, “connected, attractive parks and greenspaces” was #2. When the survey asked about prioritizing public facilities, “greater access to natural amenities” and “accessibility to neighborhood parks” were #3 and #4. Many written comments received during the survey noted parks as one of their favorite things about Schertz. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN74 Community Parks Survey National Service Research (NSR) completed a comprehensive research study for the City as part of the PROST Master Plan. The survey was open from June 24 through August 11, 2024, and was promoted via the project website, emails to HOAs, the City’s various social media channels, signage posted in the parks, and word of mouth from stakeholder participants and Parks Board members. The survey sampling plan also included mailed postcards to 4,000 household addresses within Schertz, and recipients were asked to provide their unique postcard code when taking the survey. A total of 426 respondents participated in the survey, 132 of which had received a mailed postcard. Schertz has approximately 14,600 households, therefore, approximately 3% of the households completed a survey. The respondents span a range of ages, Stakeholder Focus Groups Stakeholders provided feedback during a series of five focus group sessions held throughout the process. Stakeholders in these focus groups included BVYA, SYSA, Schertz Area Senior Center Advisory Board, Friends of Crescent Bend Nature Park, Master Naturalists, Master Gardeners and Trail Advocates. Participants were given an overview of the Plan and process, followed by discussion in which they were asked to consider the existing parks and recreation system and explain the strengths, needed improvements, and priorities for the parks system as a whole. The following are key themes that were identified during these meetings, many of which were reiterated by participants in other engagement opportunities. Full meeting notes for these focus group sessions can be found in Appendix A. Priorities: Balancing needs across a variety of users. Enhancing park amenities in ways that are contextually appropriate for each park. Preservation of nature and wildlife habitat. Connectivity via trails between parks and regionally; more loop trails with trailheads. Additional opportunities for water access, including fishing and kayaking. Public education campaigns related to local ecology and natural systems. Sustainable practices in parks, such as low water- use plantings, removal of invasive species, and reduction of light pollution. Additional lighting at sports fields to increase field utilization and extend seasons. Additional competition-level sports facilities. Increasing the variety of offerings, such as flag football, eSports and pickleball. Indoor facilities for the summer months. Concerns: Overcrowding of park spaces. Lack of public understanding of natural maintenance practices. Off-leash dogs. Maintenance of older facilities, specifically at Thulemeyer Park. General park beautification and enhanced landscaping needs. Demand for sports leagues outweighs most of the facility capacities. Use of school facilities is an arduous process and sometimes the facilities are unavailable. Extreme weather events (heat, drought, rain, freeze) and their impacts on park infrastructure and usability. Increasing maintenance costs. Water quality along natural waterways and the continued impact of local development. Figure 6. Age of respondents taking the survey. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 75 5% 5% 10% 48% 26% 6% LIVE OUTSIDE SCHERTZ LIMITS AREA 5 - S. OF CIBOLO CREEK, E. OF FM 1518 AREA 4 - S. OF CIBOLO CREEK, W. OF FM 1518 AREA 3 - CENTRAL SCHERTZ S. OF I-35, N. OF CIBOLO CREEK AREA 2 - S. OF I-35, E. OF CIBOLO VALLEY DR. AREA 1 - NORTH OF I-35 DemographicsIn which Area of Schertz do you Live? 27Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Figure 7. Age of children in respondent households.Figure 8. How long respondents have lived in Schertz. with the majority falling between 35 and 64 years old. Over half of survey respondents noted the presence of children in their households. It is noteworthy that the majority of respondents (95%) are residents within the City, underscoring the local engagement and relevance of the survey findings to the community. The following pages present the most notable takeaways from the survey. The full survey results report can be found in Appendix A. Figure 9. Where in Schertz respondents reside. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN76 Parks & Recreation System Usage Main Reasons for Parks & Recreation Program Usage The main reasons respondents use Schertz’s parks and recreation programs are to enjoy the outdoors and nature and for exercise, followed closely by attending special events and general leisure. The main reasons respondents do not use parks/programs are: It’s too far (36%) Not interested in visiting (16%) Physically unable to participate (12%) Frequency of Use for Schertz’s Parks & Recreation Facilities The most frequently utilized system facilities are: Parks Trails Special events Playgrounds Picnic pavilions Athletic fields The least frequently utilized system facilities are: Skate park Senior Center North Center Pickleball courts Outdoor fitness equipment Dog park It is important to note that many of the least used facilities are special use parks or facilities that cater to a specific portion of the population, so their use by the general population is not necessarily indicative of their value to the users. Additionally, many of the least utilized facilities are items that have been expressed as priorities by the community, so their lack of use may be more indicative of the current quality of the offering rather than lack of interest in the community. Figure 10. Reasons respondents use parks. Figure 11. Frequency of use of facilities. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 77 Overall Ratings of the Parks & Recreation System Rating the Physical Condition of Parks in Schertz Rating the Quality of Parks, Recreation and Open Space Opportunities in Schertz Almost three-fourths of respondents (72%) rated the quality of parks, recreation and open space opportunities as excellent or good. Of the respondents that rated the system fair or poor, the main themes were: Need for more and improved pools/splash pads Demand for pickleball and tennis courts Outdated and inadequate park facilities Geographical disparities in park access Need for biking and walking trails Maintenance and cleanliness concerns Environmental and safety concerns Lack of facilities for various age groups Desire for more green spaces and nature trails Need for improved parking and accessibility Three-fourths of respondents (75%) rated the physical condition of parks as excellent or good. Of the respondents that rated the system fair or poor, the main themes were: Outdated and unsafe playground equipment Lack of maintenance of grass and landscape Need for more shade Poor pool conditions Insufficient restroom facilities Litter and trash issues Need for park aesthetic enhancements Limited park facilities; specifically workout equipment, bike trails and facilities for older children Safety concerns; specifically lighting Figure 12. Quality Ratings of Parks & Open Space Figure 13. Condition Ratings of Parks CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN78 Parks & Recreation System Priorities Most Important Opportunity to Have Close to Home The majority of respondents feel the most important opportunities to have close to home are trails for walking, running and bicycling as well as a place to play or take the kids to play. Additionally, a place to relax or enjoy the outdoors was a top choice. Most Important Purposes/Benefits of Parks & Recreation in Schertz The top parks and recreation benefits that respondents valued were: Opportunities to enjoy nature and the outdoors Free community events Protection of the natural environment and preservation of wildlife habitat The physical and social development of youth and teens Notably, the lowest score (adult sports opportunities) was still rated relatively high at 2.99, meaning that none of these purposes or benefits are unimportant to the respondents. Figure 14. Respondents’ priorities for close to home amenities. Figure 15. Respondents’ priorities for the purpose of parks. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 79 Most Important Parks & Recreation Functions Performed by the City of Schertz The top City-performed parks and recreation functions that respondents valued were: Operating and maintaining parks/ facilities Providing trails and linear parks Preserving the environment and providing open space/green space Allocating parks facilities equally to different parts of the community Notably, the lowest score (providing places for cultural programs) was still rated relatively high at 2.78, meaning that none of these functions are unimportant to the respondents. Parks & Recreation Facility Priorities The top 10 facility priorities respondents are interested in include: Addition of shade to playgrounds Trails & trail connections throughout the City Nature areas/open space Playgrounds Benches/seating areas in parks/trails Swimming pool Adaptive playground equipment (for special needs) Covered picnic pavilions Splash pad/water spray ground Indoor recreation space (gym, fitness, etc.) Figure 16. Respondents’ priorities for City functions related to parks and recreation. Schertz Aquatic Center CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN80 Parks & Recreation Programming The top 10 program priorities respondents are interested in include: Farmers Market Art/music/food festivals Aquatic programs-all ages Fitness classes/events Arts & crafts events Community gardens Guided nature walks Swim lessons Pickleball Cooking & nutrition classes Age Groups Interested in Leisure Programs There is interest in programming for all age groups. The largest interest areas for children are the elementary ages of 5 to10 years and for adults the mid- to late-career ages of 30 to 60 years. Recreational Programming Priorities Figure 17. Programming interest by age group. North Center NEEDS ASSESSMENT 81 Parks & Recreation Funding Support for Funding Sources Respondents were asked to rank their preferred funding sources for parks and recreation. Respondents had strong support for sponsorships and increased park improvement fees for developers as the preferred funding strategies to pay for developing and maintaining park and recreation facilities/amenities. There is less support for funding sources that pass the cost onto residents, such as increased user fees or property taxes. Opinions on Facility Fees Excluding no opinion responses, 25% feel fees are too high and 74% feel fees are appropriate. 38% of respondents were unaware of facility fees, indicating that they likely don’t utilize those facilities that charge fees. Willingness to Pay Although increasing taxes was the least desirable funding mechnism noted above, 72% of respondents said they are willing to pay some additional property taxes annually to help fund the improvement priorities suggested in this survey. Respondents are willing to pay an average of $88 per year to help fund these priorities. Figure 18. Respondents’ feelings on facility fees. Figure 19. Respondents’ preferred funding sources. Figure 20. Amount respondents are willing to pay annually to supports parks priorities. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN82 Online Mapping Tool Throughout the course of the project, there was an online mapping exercise available for residents to provide comments and ideas related to specific points around Schertz parks. The map had 103 participants that left 162 comments. Participants were able to upvote and downvote other comments. The following represents the highest voted responses, exactly as they were provided. Full responses keyed to the map pins can be found in Appendix A. 1. We back up to the Preserved Greenspace/ Drainage in the Northcliffe area. We would like to see this space remain Greenspace/Drainage. This space could provide a vital area that remains undeveloped and provide a needed space for wildlife and a buffer to overdevelopment as well as the main purpose of providing proper drainage. 2. We would love a volleyball pit built at Ashley Park maybe by the back far corner past the basketball court. Just put in the border and add the sand. Can either provide a net or people can bring their own. 3. People love coming to this pond and walking the green space around it. Let’s make it a park! Ducks and fish in the pond make it great too [related to the pond near the intersection of Covers Cove and Columbia Dr in the Northcliffe area]. 4. Cibolo Farms [pin located along FM 1518 between Selma Parkway and Hidden Knoll] could be purchased and reserved as a green space for recreational and educational purposes. This land contains a pond that is supposedly fed by an aquifer that is unique to this area. Preservation of that aquifer and fishing pond is very important to the diverse wildlife in this area. An aquifer channel running below the property should be preserved and researched. These 40+acres that are currently for sale are also conveniently located right by the future Dietz trails that are being added. Having those walking trails along side a park / green space area would be a great addition to Schertz. With the recent attempt from a developer to build apartments on this property, the city should be aware of the challenges this property faces. Being surrounded by established neighborhoods, the city obtaining this land makes sense for maintaining the quality of life in the area. Since a portion of this land is in the Accident Potential area for JBSA, preserving that area is a service to the military as well. 5. Would love a splash pad! This park [Ashley Park] has so much unused area and a lot of potential. The playground is basic, in need of mulch. Would love to see improvements all around for the community to enjoy 6. This area [east side of Northcliffe] needs to be saved as a green space. It is a natural drainage for our neighborhood. It is full of wildlife. Any development would disrupt nature. 7. This is hole 7 of the old golf course [west side of Northcliffe]. The “run off” ditch runs between 7-8-2-3. The ditch takes all the water run off from many neighborhoods, and flows all the way to Cibolo Creek. Would cost developers millions of dollars just to reroute enormous amounts of water from area. Then to build on low lying areas would be worthless. Parks, Greenway, walking paths are what Schertz, Cibolo needs. Not apartments on an old established single family neighborhoods. 8. Crescent Bend Nature Park. Wonderful park that has evolved considerably, in the right direction from the opening 12 years ago. The emphasis needs to remain on Nature, not an urban playscape park. 9. Please maintain this beautiful pond area as a green space, open space, nature trail, recreational area, or park! Our community needs a place where people can relax and enjoy the health- promoting benefits this scenic location provides [related to the pond near the intersection of Covers Cove and Columbia Dr in the Northcliffe area]. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 83 Map 18. Online Mapping Comment Pin Distribution. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN84 Community Event Two of the many informational boards displayed at the event. The planning team tabled at the City of Schertz’s annual 4th of July Jubilee community event held on July 4, 2024 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. At this event, the consultant planners had information related to this parks master plan process, conceptual parks plans, and the active online survey. The team members spoke with festival goers who stopped by the booth as well as worked the crowds to increase awareness and hand out swag with the project website on it. Most of the attendees at this event were unaware of the Plan, indicating that this outreach successfully engaged a previously unreached segment of the community. The notable comments received at this event are listed below. Desire for smaller, more frequent event for locals, like a farmers market. Outdoor exercise and fitness equipment, especially to cater to local military members. Enhanced trail connections from Pickrell Park to Veterans Park, through a potential partnership with Universal City. Partnerships with the local VFW for community events like cornhole tournaments. Splash pad at Pickrell Park. The recent addition of playgrounds to local parks has limited the opportunities for people to find peaceful places to walk, make sure to preserve some of these places. Rollerblading is popular at Pickrell Park, would be great to have more opportunities for these activities. More shade everywhere! NEEDS ASSESSMENT 85 STANDARDS-BASED ASSESSMENT The standards-based assessment analyzes parkland in terms of acreage, location and number of park facilities. It identifies the current level of service and whether it is meeting the community’s needs. Levels of service represent a specific acreage of parkland or number of facilities needed per given population. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) publishes their Agency Performance Review annually. It presents data and insights from 1,000 parks and recreation agencies around the country. This information was referenced throughout the standards- based assessment as a baseline comparison. Three types of standards were examined in this assessment: acreage, location and facilities. Acreage Level of Service The acreage level of service defines the quantity of parkland acreage as a ratio to population. The results are expressed as park acreage per 1,000 residents. The analysis examines whether there is sufficient parkland for residents today and in the future. Spatial Level of Service The spatial level of service looks at the location and distribution of different park types to identify underserved areas and where new parks may be needed. Facility Level of Service The facility level of service defines the number of park facilities needed to meet the community’s recreational needs. Standards are expressed as a ratio of facility per population size (e.g., one baseball field per 3,500 residents). Acreage levels of service define targets for how much parkland is needed to serve the community’s population. Facility levels of service identify how many facilities, such as playscape units, are needed to provide adequate resources for Schertz residents. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN86 Acreage Level of Service Different types of parks are intended to serve different needs. Pocket, neighborhood and community parks, cumulatively thought of as close-to-home parks, are focused on recreational benefits for nearby residents. In addition to local residents, regional parks serve a population beyond the immediate community. Linear parks/greenways and open space/nature parks provide passive recreation opportunities for the whole community, while special purpose parks serve a focused user group (e.g., dog park). According to the 2024 NRPA Agency Performance Review, the median community with 20,000-49,999 people had 11.2 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. A median community with 50,000-99,999 people had 10.2 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents.1 A target level of service has been defined for Schertz through comparison with the NRPA Agency Performance Review, and an understanding of the community’s goals, opportunities and challenges. Schertz’s parks system includes over 639 acres of parkland, of which 29.9 acres are owned by homeowners associations. Existing and target levels of service per park type are listed in Table 8. The City’s total combined level of service today is 14.3 acres per 1,000 residents for City-owned parks and 15.0 acres per 1,000 residents when including privately owned parks. Considering the parks system overall, there is adequate total parkland in 2024, with a future deficit developing as the community grows toward its projected 2035 population. However, the City is lacking close-to-home parkland in 2024 and beyond, as listed in the “surplus/deficit acreage” columns in the table. Additionally, approximately 153 acres of City-owned parkland included in Table 8 remains largely undeveloped and/or is land that will be deeded to the City through development agreements. In order to truly meet the recreational needs of the community, these areas should be developed with appropriate amenities based on the type of park to provide diverse recreation opportunities and ideally address facility deficiencies identified later in this chapter. 1 https://www.nrpa.org/publications-research/research-papers/agency-performance-review/ The City should consider opportunities for additional close-to-home parks in areas with new development in the future. Based on the City’s extensive amount of regional and undeveloped parkland, it will be important to add or enhance amenities (e.g., playground, basketball court, picnicking) within these parks to ensure that they can help meet the daily recreational needs for residents in the vicinity. Adding diverse recreation offerings to the parks will allow them to meet the needs of a wider user group (e.g., adding a playground to a sports complex to provide recreation for players’ families). If properly located and developed with bicycle and pedestrian trails, linear parks/greenways can greatly support citywide connectivity to parks and other points of interest. There is no specific target level of service for these parks and the City is already focusing on further developing their trail network. The City is encouraged to continue doing so. Open spaces/nature parks are intended to remain natural or minimally developed and there is no target level of service for this type of parkland. As the City evaluates development options for these parks, consideration should be given to including trails and picnic amenities, where appropriate, to allow the acres to provide some recreational benefit. There is no target level of service for special purpose parks. National Recreation & Parks Association (NRPA) 2024 Agency Review1 Total Parkland per 1,000 Residents (for communities 20,000-49,999 people): Lower Quartile = 6.2 acres/1,000 people Median = 11.2 acres/1,000 people Upper Quartile = 18.0 acres/1,000 people Total Parkland per 1,000 Residents (for communities 50,000-99,999 people): Lower Quartile = 4.8 acres/1,000 people Median = 10.2 acres/1,000 people Upper Quartile = 17.4 acres/1,000 people NEEDS ASSESSMENT 87 Park Classification Existing Level of Service (LOS)Recommended Level of Service (2024)Recommended Level of Service (2035) Existing Acreage (2024) Current LOS (based on 42,545 population*) Recommended Target LOS (2024- 2035) 2024 Recommended Acreage (based on 42,545 pop.*) Surplus/ Deficit Acreage (2024) *** 2035 Recommended Acreage (based on 56,302 pop.*) Surplus/ Deficit Acreage (2035) *** Close-to-Home Parks (focused on benefit to nearby residents)** Pocket Parks (City-owned)7.4 0.17 Ac/1,000 Residents 0.25 Ac/1,000 Residents 10.6 -3.2 14.1 -6.7 Pocket Parks (City + HOA)7.9 0.19 Ac/1,000 Residents -2.7 -6.2 Neighborhood Parks (City-owned)157.3 3.7 Ac/1,000 Residents 4.0 Ac/1,000 Residents 170.2 -12.9 225.2 -67.9 Neighborhood Parks (City + HOA)186.7 4.4 Ac/1,000 Residents 16.5 -38.5 Community Parks (City-owned)71.1 1.7 Ac/1,000 Residents 5.0 Ac/1,000 Residents 212.7 -141.6 281.5 -210.4 Community Parks (City + HOA)71.1 1.7 Ac/1,000 Residents -141.6 -210.4 Close-to-Home Parks Subtotal (City-owned)235.8 5.5 Ac/1,000 Residents 9.25 Ac/1,000 Residents 393.5 -157.7 520.8 -285.0 Close-to-Home Parks Subtotal (City + HOA)265.7 6.2 Ac/1,000 Residents -127.8 -255.1 Other Parks Types** (All City-owned) Regional Parks 231.6 5.4 Ac/1,000 Residents 4.0 Ac/1,000 Residents 170.2 61.4 225.2 6.4 Linear Parks/ Greenways 60.8 1.4 Ac/1,000 Residents Varies N/A N/A N/A N/A Open Space/Nature Park 67.9 1.6 Ac/1,000 Residents Varies N/A N/A N/A N/A Special Purpose Parks 13.4 0.3 Ac/1,000 Residents Varies N/A N/A N/A N/A Other Parks Subtotal 373.7 8.8 Ac/1,000 Residents Varies N/A N/A N/A N/A All Park Types (City-owned)609.5 14.3 Ac/1,000 Residents 13.25 Ac/1,000 Residents 563.7 45.8 746.0 -136.5 All Park Types (all facilities)639.4 15.0 Ac/1,000 Residents 75.7 -106.6 * Source: - Current Population: United States Census Bureau, 2022 ACS 5-Year Population Estimates - 2035 Population: 2% Growth Rate Projections from Texas Water Development Board 2030 Population Estimate as of July 17, 2024 (51,020) ** These acreages include land that will be deeded to the City through development agreements *** Negative numbers = acreage deficits The bottom row includes all park types (including those without target levels of service) and an overall recommended level of service of 13.25 acres of parkland per 1,000 residents. The total 2024 and 2035 surplus and deficit calculations are based on all park types combined (i.e., 609.5 existing City-owned acres - 563.7 recommended acres in 2024 = 45.8 acre surplus) Table 8. Parkland Acreage Level of Service CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN88 Spatial Level of Service Access to Pocket & Neighborhood Parks Pocket parks typically serve residents within a 1/4-mile area, while neighborhood parks are meant to serve residents within a 1/4-mile to 1/2-mile radius. These parks are intended to serve daily recreational needs for nearby residents and are often accessed by foot or bike. These service areas equate to approximately a 5-minute (1/4-mile) to 10-minute (1/2-mile) walk. Pocket and neighborhood parks should be generally located away from major arterial streets and should be accessible without requiring residents to cross major roadways. Map 19 illustrates service areas of parks meeting local neighborhood needs. The service areas are associated with existing pedestrian infrastructure.1 Notably, community parks can also meet the local recreational needs of residents within a 1/4- to 1/2-mile walking distance. As such, Map 19 shows 1/4-mile and 1/2-mile service areas around pocket, neighborhood and community parks. When the park service areas are overlaid with the residential growth areas, it is evident where existing and future residential areas do not have adequate parkland within a short walking distance. Need areas are those areas within the growth area that are not currently serviced with appropriate parks. Primary need areas are located throughout the City, with the southern portion of the City having the largest area lacking access to neighborhood-serving parkland. As the City considers locations for new close-to-home parks, priority should be given to residential areas located within the primary need areas. As the City considers improvements to its sidewalk and trail network, priority should be given to streets within a 1/2-mile distance of existing parks to allow nearby residents to safely walk and bike to the parks. 1 Based on walking distance analysis run through Network Analyst by ESRI. Analysis follows paths and roads that allow pedestrian traffic.Pocket , neighborhood and community parks can all serve close-to-home park needs for residences within reasonable walking distances. These include daily amenities such as playgrounds, picnic areas and walking paths. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 89 Map 19. Service Area of Parks Meeting Neighborhood Needs Primary Parkland Need Area CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN90 Access to Community Parks Community parks are large parks that are meant to serve multiple neighborhoods. They typically include a range of facilities such as playgrounds, picnic pavilions, athletic fields and courts, trails, swimming pools, and splash pads. Residents are often willing to drive to these parks for access to a greater diversity of options than at their neighborhood park. Map 20 illustrates a 1- to 3-mile service area around community parks. The service areas are associated with existing vehicular infrastructure.1 There are four existing community parks and one proposed community park in Schertz. All of the developed parks are located in the central part of the City. When the community park service areas are overlaid with the residential growth areas, primary parkland need areas are identified in the southern, eastern, central northern part of the City. As these areas further develop, there may be an opportunity to create community parks or upgrade existing parks to meet both community and neighborhood parkland needs for these parts of the City. 1 Based on driving distance analysis run through Network Analyst by ESRI. Analysis models the movement of cars. Travel obeys one-way roads, avoids illegal turns and follows other rules that are specific to cars. Community parks provide larger amenities that draw from a wider area, such as pools and sports fields. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 91 Map 20. Service Area of Parks Meeting Community Needs Primary Parkland Need Area CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN92 Access to Trails Similar to pocket and neighborhood parks, trails are often accessed by foot or bike. Therefore they have the same service area as pocket and neighborhood parks — 1/4- to 1/2-mile. There are a significant amount of proposed trail connections that will cover the majority of the City once complete; however, the existing trail system has significant gaps in several areas. Currently there are no existing trails serving any of the residential areas east of Homestead Pkwy in the northeastern corner of the City limits and the growth area that is currently ETJ. There are also large swathes of existing residential development within the anticipated growth areas south of FM 78 that are not served by any existing trails. When prioritizing future trail improvement or extension projects growth areas that not within the existing 1/4- to 1/2-mile trailer buffer should be prioritized. Access to Regional Parks There are two regional parks in Schertz: Crescent Bend Nature Park and Schertz Soccer Complex. Based on their size and/or recreation options, both of these parks have large service areas that include the entirety of the City, as well as the surrounding region. Crescent Bend Nature Park is nearly 190 acres and has potential to provide extensive passive recreation options. While the Schertz Soccer Complex does serve the greater region, it is also a gated special purpose park, so its use is currently largely limited to groups playing soccer. Youth soccer leagues at the Schertz Soccer Complex. Trails in Crescent Bend Nature Park. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 93 Map 21. Service Area of Trails Primary Trail Need Area CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN94 Facility/Amenity Current Available^ Current LOS (1 Facility per # Residents) Target LOS (Per Residents) 2024 Need (based on 42,545 pop.*) 2024 Deficit or Surplus *** 2035 Need (based on 56,302 pop.*) 2035 Deficit or Surplus *** 2024 NRPA Agency Review (some facility categories are not included in the Agency Review) Cities 20,000- 49,999 Cities 50,000- 99,999 Ac t i v e Baseball/Softball Fields 12 3,545 1 per 3,500 13 -1 17 -5 Diamond fields 1 per 3,007 Diamond fields 1 per 3,675 Backstop 5 8,509 1 per 6,000 8 -3 10 -5 Basketball Courts 0 0 1 per 8,000 6 -6 8 -8 1 per 7,501 1 per 8,363 Pickleball Court 0 0 1 per 8,000 6 -6 8 -8 1 per 7,737 1 per 10,500 Multipurpose Court (basketball, pickleball)7 6,078 1 per 8,000 6 1 8 -1 1 per 13,000 1 per 12,972 Disc Golf 0 0 1 per city 1 -1 1 -1 1 per 29,445 1 per 58,603 Fitness Equipment Circuit 0 0 1 per 30,000 2 -2 2 -2 1 per 27,262 1 per 35,000 Skate Park 1 42,545 1 per city 1 0 1 0 1 per 33,167 1 per 60,904 Multipurpose Field**8 5,318 1 per 4,000 11 -3 15 -7 Rectangular fields 1 per 3,333 Rectangular fields 1 per 4,070Soccer Fields 12 3,545 1 per 3,500 13 -1 17 -5 Tennis Courts 0 0 1 per 13,000 4 -4 5 -5 1 per 5,461 1 per 5,865 Volleyball Courts (Outdoor)0 0 1 per 15,000 3 -3 4 -4 1 per 14,280 1 per 26,612 Trails (miles)20 2,127 1 per 2,000 21.3 -1.3 29 -9.0 Median 10 total miles Median 18.1 total miles Pa s s i v e Amphitheater/Outdoor Event Space 2 21,273 1 per 15,000 3 -1 4 -2 Dog Park 1 42,545 1 per 30,000 2 -1 2 -1 1 per 27,508 1 per 55,135 Picnic Shelters/ Pavilions 10 4,255 1 per 3,000 15 -5 19 -9 Picnic Facilities (e.g., public parks with picnic tables) 14 3,039 In all publicly accessed parks In all publicly accessed parks -26 In all publicly accessed parks -26 Playscape Units 39 1,091 1 per 1,200 36 3 47 -8 Playground 1 per 3,105 Playground 1 per 3,707 Wa t e r Fishing Piers 1 42,545 1 per 15,000 3 -2 4 -3 Outdoor Aquatic Facility 1 42,545 1 per 25,000 2 -1 3 -2 Pool: 1 per 27,081 Water park: 1 per 32,812 Pool: 1 per 46,363 Water park: 1 per 76,780 Indoor Aquatic Facility 1 42,545 1 per city 1 0 1 0 1 per 31,000 1 per 60,824 Splash Pad 2 21,273 1 per 6,000 8 -6 10 -8 1 per 30,629 1 per 54,100 Mi s c . Recreation Center 1 42,545 1 per 30,000 2 -1 2 -1 1 per 24,486 1 per 39,886 Other Quality of Life Facilities ^^6 7,091 Where feasible Where feasible Varies Where feasible Varies Restrooms/Portable (in parks)9 4,727 Where feasible Where feasible Varies Where feasible Varies Table 9. Facility Level of Service Facility Level of Service In addition to considering the different types of parkland, it is important to consider what types of facilities are available for resident use. The 2024 NRPA Agency Performance Review also provides comparison data for the prevalence for outdoor park and recreation facilities per population. The facility target levels of service were determined through a baseline comparison of the 2024 NRPA Agency Performance Review results for communities with 20,000-49,999 people and communities with 50,000-99,999 people. Targets were then tailored to Schertz based on community input, goals, and an understanding of parkland and staffing opportunities and challenges. The Facility Level of Service table on the next page illustrates the current level of service for each type of facility based on the current estimated population. Targets are applied to the facility categories to determine current and future deficits. The far right two columns display the findings from the 2024 NRPA Agency Performance Review, when available. There are currently deficiencies in the following facilities: Baseball/softball fields Standalone backstops Basketball courts Pickleball courts Disc golf Fitness equipment circuit Multipurpose fields Soccer fields Tennis courts Volleyball courts Trails Amphitheater/ outdoor event space Dog park Picnic shelters Picnic facilities Fishing piers Outdoor aquatic facilities Splash pads Recreation center Looking out toward 2035, without the addition of new facilities, there will also be deficiencies in: Multipurpose courts Playscape units Most other current deficits increase by 2035. Based on the City’s north-to-south geographic distribution, specialized facilities including dog parks, outdoor aquatic facilities and recreation centers should be geographically distributed. Ideally, as a long-term goal, the City should have one of each in the north, central and south portions of the City. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 95 Facility/Amenity Current Available^ Current LOS (1 Facility per # Residents) Target LOS (Per Residents) 2024 Need (based on 42,545 pop.*) 2024 Deficit or Surplus *** 2035 Need (based on 56,302 pop.*) 2035 Deficit or Surplus *** 2024 NRPA Agency Review (some facility categories are not included in the Agency Review) Cities 20,000- 49,999 Cities 50,000- 99,999 Ac t i v e Baseball/Softball Fields123,545 1 per 3,500 13 -1 17 -5 Diamond fields 1 per 3,007 Diamond fields 1 per 3,675 Backstop58,509 1 per 6,000 8 -3 10 -5 Basketball Courts00 1 per 8,000 6 -6 8 -8 1 per 7,501 1 per 8,363 Pickleball Court00 1 per 8,000 6 -6 8 -8 1 per 7,737 1 per 10,500 Multipurpose Court (basketball, pickleball)76,078 1 per 8,000 6 1 8 -1 1 per 13,000 1 per 12,972 Disc Golf00 1 per city 1 -1 1 -1 1 per 29,445 1 per 58,603 Fitness Equipment Circuit00 1 per 30,000 2 -2 2 -2 1 per 27,262 1 per 35,000 Skate Park142,545 1 per city 1 0 1 0 1 per 33,167 1 per 60,904 Multipurpose Field**85,318 1 per 4,000 11 -3 15 -7 Rectangular fields 1 per 3,333 Rectangular fields 1 per 4,070Soccer Fields123,545 1 per 3,500 13 -1 17 -5 Tennis Courts00 1 per 13,000 4 -4 5 -5 1 per 5,461 1 per 5,865 Volleyball Courts (Outdoor)00 1 per 15,000 3 -3 4 -4 1 per 14,280 1 per 26,612 Trails (miles)202,127 1 per 2,000 21.3 -1.3 29 -9.0 Median 10 total miles Median 18.1 total miles Pa s s i v e Amphitheater/Outdoor Event Space221,273 1 per 15,000 3 -1 4 -2 Dog Park142,545 1 per 30,000 2 -1 2 -1 1 per 27,508 1 per 55,135 Picnic Shelters/ Pavilions104,255 1 per 3,000 15 -5 19 -9 Picnic Facilities (e.g., public parks with picnic tables) 143,039 In all publicly accessed parks In all publicly accessed parks -26 In all publicly accessed parks -26 Playscape Units391,091 1 per 1,200 36 3 47 -8 Playground 1 per 3,105 Playground 1 per 3,707 Wa t e r Fishing Piers142,545 1 per 15,000 3 -2 4 -3 Outdoor Aquatic Facility142,545 1 per 25,000 2 -1 3 -2 Pool: 1 per 27,081 Water park: 1 per 32,812 Pool: 1 per 46,363 Water park: 1 per 76,780 Indoor Aquatic Facility142,545 1 per city 1 0 1 0 1 per 31,000 1 per 60,824 Splash Pad221,273 1 per 6,000 8 -6 10 -8 1 per 30,629 1 per 54,100 Mi s c . Recreation Center142,545 1 per 30,000 2 -1 2 -1 1 per 24,486 1 per 39,886 Other Quality of Life Facilities ^^67,091 Where feasible Where feasible Varies Where feasible Varies Restrooms/Portable (in parks)94,727 Where feasible Where feasible Varies Where feasible Varies * Source: Current Population: United States Census Bureau, 2022 ACS 5-Year Population Estimates, 2035 Population: 2% Growth Rate Projections from Texas Water Development Board 2030 Population Estimate as of July 17, 2024 (51,020) ** Multipurpose field should be appropriate for soccer, football and other rectangular field uses *** Negative numbers = facility/amenity deficits ^ Excludes ISD and non-publicly accessible facilities (e.g., HOA facilities) ^^ E.g., Community center, library, senior center Table 9. Facility Level of Service CiTY OF SCHERTZ | DRAFT PARKS, RECREATiON, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAiLS MASTER PLAN96 Resource-Based Assessment The resource-based assessment is the third analysis for the needs assessment. This exercise recognizes key physical, man-made or natural resources within the community that may provide potential recreational opportunities. These areas can either support active recreational pursuits or provide opportunities for passive enjoyment. The following areas have potential to be further leveraged for recreation or open space preservation in Schertz. Water bodies and floodplains are areas that are inherently unsuitable for most types of development. They are also often beautiful natural areas that wind through cities. Schertz’s streams, such as the Dry Comal Creek, Cibolo Creek, and associated floodplains extend across the City. With strategic development of trail infrastructure, these natural areas could be used as key elements in a citywide trail network. Dry Comal Creek The Dry Comal Creek drainage corridor is a natural greenway with potential to be utilized for recreation and connectivity, especially due to its inclusion as part of the Great Springs Project, a regional trail spanning from San Antonio to Austin. Once implemented, this trail will likely be popular with weekend cyclists and could bring opportunities to capture some recreational tourism income in north Schertz. Cibolo Creek Cibolo Creek is a major natural drainage corridor that is far reaching geographically through the City of Schertz and neighboring cities. There is much interest and opportunity along Cibolo Creek for the implementation of both hiking and paddling trails. Additionally, there are a variety of properties along Cibolo Creek that could be incorporated into the linear greenway, creating a “string” of small parks along the banks for trail heads, non-motorized boat put-ins, and fishing access. Regional coordination with adjacent municipalities could enhance the success of this amenity and create opportunities for cost sharing. Topography Schertz contains topographical change that creates natural high points with vistas of the Hill Country. The City’s highest point is within the proposed Hilltop Park, providing opportunity for a unique experience for park users. Utility Corridors Utility corridors are great opportunities for multi- purpose facilities, for example, implementing trails in utility rights-of-way that would otherwise remain underutilized land. Development of structures is largely prohibited in utility corridors. While these areas need to remain clear of vertical development, they are great locations for extensive trail segments. As the City develops additional trails, consideration should be given to best leveraging utility corridors for connectivity. To the extent possible, shrubs or small trees should be integrated to provide shade for users. The proposed Great Northern Trail through northern Schertz is a great example of multi-purpose facilities for utilities and an idea that could be implemented elsewhere in the City as well. A portion of the Great Northern Trail along a utility corridor. NEEDS ASSESSMENT 97 Summary of Needs Through the needs assessment and public engagement process, the high importance and value of parks and recreation is clear, both within the City organization as well as the community. For Schertz to maintain its high level of parks and recreation quality and services, there are some identified needs Enhanced maintenance and upgrades for older parks and equipment Account for additional close-to-home parks, especially in future residential areas Distribution of services among the City’s three distinct geographies: north, central and south Balancing needs and amenities for all ages and abilities More sustainable parks maintenance practices Beautification and shade enhancements at existing parks A trail network that connects major park spaces More loop trails for exercise Safer and more complete sidewalk network throughout the City Regional trails connecting Schertz to neighboring cities as well as the wider Central Texas region Parkland Acreage and Development Parkland Access and Connectivity Trails Natural areas Water access Lighted, competition-level sports fields Baseball/softball practice fields Pickleball Splash pads Basketball courts Fitness equipment Amphitheater Picnic facilities & pavilions Park Facilities Public education campaigns related to local ecology and natural systems. Farmers market Art/music/food festivals Community gardens Teen programming Adult programming Indoor gymnasium + eSports Recreational Programs for additional distribution of parkland, increased connectivity, new and improved facilities, and expanded recreational programs. These needs include services that are currently lacking for existing residents as well as needs expected as Schertz’s population grows through 2035. Recommendations CH A P T E R 4 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN100 INTRODUCTION This chapter details the recommendations formulated as part of this Plan. These recommendations are based on the assessment of current conditions, input from the public and stakeholders, and a needs assessment. They encompass a combination of strategies for maintaining and improving the existing parks and recreation infrastructure, as well as introducing new facilities where a need has been identified. Goals for the Parks & Recreation System The following goals provide overall direction for Schertz’s parks and recreation system to achieve the community’s vision and aspirations. These goals should be used to help guide the City’s decision-making processes and form the basis of the PROST plan’s recommendations. 1. The City will proactively acquire parkland and open space acreage to provide physical access to all existing and future residents of Schertz. 2. The City will update existing parks and improve undeveloped parkland to accommodate the changing needs of the communities. 3. The City will implement system-wide improvements that enhance access, usability, and aesthetics of existing and future parks. 4. The City will provide recreational facilities and programs that enhance the quality of life and accessibility of services for Schertz residents. 5. The City will maintain parks in a way that promotes full utilization of park spaces and aligns with community values. 6. The City will pursue/continue partnerships and seek diverse funding strategies to support the expansion of parks and recreational options. Wendy Swan Memorial Park RECOMMENDATiONS 101 Action 1.1: Proactively pursue the acquisition of additional parkland acreage in the target areas. Acquire land in the target areas (Map 22) noted in the Needs Assessment chapter, with the intent of providing a close-to-home park within 0.5 miles of all homes in Schertz. Address the concerns of Northcliffe residents by working closely with the community and future landowners or developers of the old golf course property to encourage open space preservation, especially in environmentally sensitive or valuable parts of the course such as ponds and drainageways. Action 1.2: Proactively pursue the acquisition of additional parkland acreage along Cibolo Creek. Acquire parcels along Cibolo Creek to realize the “String of Parks” vision, this includes parcels that are encumbered by floodplain. Through the FM 78 corridor redevelopment, if the opportunity presents itself for redevelopment of the two buildings between the park and FM 78 the City could consider it for additional programming and recreational space. Action 1.3: Update the Parkland Dedication Ordinance. Ensure the parkland dedication requirements are adequate to provide the necessary park access for new communities. Encourage the dedication of land over fee- in-lieu, unless extenuating circumstances or the City does not want the land for a strategic reason Explore the option to add a “regional park” category as well as a “neighborhood park” category to the dedication ordinance. GOAL #1: The City will proactively acquire parkland and open space acreage to provide physical access to all existing and future residents of Schertz. Action 1.4: Keep the PROST plan updated. The community’s parks and recreation needs and desires will change as the population grows and demographics shift. The City should plan to update the PROST Plan periodically to ensure that it reflects current needs and priorities. The TPWD recommends updating the Plan every five years or before any new major developments occur that significantly change the parks and recreation needs of residents. This can also help the City during a TPWD grant funding evaluation, as TPWD places a higher point value on submittals that demonstrate that a plan has been updated within the previous five years. All Plan updates should include a public involvement process. The City should review and update the Plan per the following: -Annually: Staff review implementation to identify progress and provide an annual report to the City Council. -Every five years (or sooner if needed): Conduct a full review and make needed updates to the inventory, needs assessment, recommendations, and prioritization, if needed. Action 1.5: Keep parks data and GIS layers updated between plan updates so there is sufficient and up-to-date information available for subsequent updates. The Parks, Recreation & Community Services staff should work with the City’s GIS staff annually to update the City’s parks-related shapefiles including trails and parkland names, locations, and status (undeveloped, under design/ construction, completed, etc.) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN102 Map 22. Target Areas RECOMMENDATiONS 103 Map 22. Target Areas Action 2.1: Implement a continuous walking trail along Cibolo Creek. Work with adjacent municipalities to extend the trail beyond the Schertz city limits and make it a regional amenity. Work with Cibolo Creek Municipal Authority (CCMA) to provide public trail access through their two properties adjacent to Cibolo Creek (one adjacent to Crescent Bend Nature Park and another near the southern city limit). Action 2.2: Provide appropriate amenities at small park locations along Cibolo Creek to support the “String of Parks” vision. Enhance Palm Park to provide additional parking, signage, water access, youth activities, scouting and outdoor seating nodes. Enhance Zuehl Park to provide additional parking, signage and water access. Zuehl Park is adjacent to single-family homes and is best suited for low-impact activities and is an ideal location for a kayak put-in, as the Cibolo Creek is dammed and non-navigable just to the north. Enhance Cut-Off Park to serve as a formal Cibolo Creek Trail trailhead with paved parking, restrooms and appropriate signage. Identify additional locations for parking, restrooms, picnic areas, kayak launches, and fishing piers along Cibolo Creek as the City acquires additional parcels. Connect park spaces and amenities to the Cibolo Creek walking trail. Action 2.3: Implement a paddle trail along Cibolo Creek. Study the creek water levels to understand where consistent water levels exist to accommodate decent paddling and focus land acquisitions and investments in these areas. Remove barriers, such as brush, that block consistent paddling along the creek. Where barriers cannot be avoided, such as the dam at Aviation Blvd, provide reasonable portages for paddlers. GOAL #2: The City will update existing parks and improve undeveloped parkland to accommodate the changing needs of the communities. Action 2.4: Identify potential locations to build an amphitheater. Identify potential locations to build an amphitheater preferably closer to the Downtown area. The City should conduct a feasibility study to determine the viability, location, programming, cost and potential funding sources and partnerships for such a facility. Action 2.5: Improve Community Circle Park. Implement the concept plan shown in Appendix B to provide improved amenities including parking, ballfields, a playscape, an enhanced dog park, a teen pavilion, basketball courts, volleyball courts and an enhanced skate park. As a future highly-amenitized community park, the City should strive to provide universal accessibility to all amenities and facilities at this site to the extent possible. This does not mean that all parts of all amenities are fully accessible, but that there is at least a portion of each element in the park that allows inclusive participation for all abilities to the extent possible. Action 2.6: Expand the Dietz Creek Trail. Expand Dietz Creek Trail to connect Community Circle Park to the Cibolo Creek Trail and Great Northern Trail as shown in the Trails Plan in Map 23. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN104 Action 2.7: Develop a Master Plan for Crescent Bend Nature Park. Create a park-specific master plan for CBNP that takes into consideration the ecological restoration and maintenance plan and selects appropriate locations for additional amenities, accounting for the different contexts and intended uses present in different areas of the park. For example, the front of the park is appropriate for more active uses, such as the pavilion and play areas, whereas the soft surface trails at the interior of the park are less suitable for additional disruption as they are utilized for wildlife viewing. Recommended amenities include: -Educational pavilion -A natural, exploratory children’s play area that is contextually sensitive, utilizes natural materials and does not detract from the natural setting of the park. -Additional educational signage along trails -Additional parking and restrooms, potentially farther back in the park, to provide better access to all parts of the park and disperse crowds -Small, unobtrusive outdoor classroom nodes along the trail network, which can double as sitting/rest areas -Locations for fishing piers -Additional primitive trails along Cibolo Creek with water and fishing access -Additional primitive trails in the southern portion of the site that provide access to the pecan grove in that location Enhance the parking area and fishing access to Cibolo Creek in the area on the east side of Schaefer Road, across from the main park entrance. Expand educational programming hosted at CBNP for kids and young adults . Improve the small parcel on the western edge of CBNP that protrudes into the Lost Meadow neighborhood to incorporate it better with the rest of the park. Action 2.8: Improve Cypress Point Park. Utilize the natural topography of the site to develop an amphitheater to host movie nights and other programming. Develop a trailhead that connects to the Great Northern Trail on the west side of the park. Consider implementing nature-based solutions, such as rain gardens, into the drainageways in this park, to provide additional environmental, educational and aesthetic benefits. Consider utilizing some of the open, upland field areas of this park for community gardens. Action 2.9: Enhance Dry Comal Creek Nature Park Implement the existing concept plan shown in Appendix B to improve access and introduce amenities such as parking, boardwalks, picnic pavilion and educational signage. Develop and promote the site to function as the Schertz trailhead providing access to the regional Great Springs Project trail network. Considerations should be made to provide and maintain adequate buffering from the adjacent homes. Action 2.10: Promote the creation of a cultural district near Dry Comal Creek Nature Park. Promote Dry Comal Creek Nature Park as part of a greater cultural site for celebrating local history, providing connections to nearby assets such as Saint Joseph’s Cemetery and chapel, the historic Comal Settlement and “Post Road” (part of the Camino Real de los Tejas Trail) sites, and other assets that can be identified. Work with the Schertz Historical Preservation Committee to turn this area into a cultural destination highlighting the early days of Schertz and its agricultural roots. Action 2.11: Improve Heritage Oaks Park. Provide nature-play elements for kids such as discovery trails, natural hiding spots, logs, etc. Provide additional parking and restrooms. Develop additional trails and seating/picnic areas in the underutilized southern end of the park. These trails can provide access to future water-related amenities along the pond. Provide more educational signage along trails throughout the park. Provide water access to the pond and related amenities such as a fishing pier, kayak launch, boardwalk and bird blind. RECOMMENDATiONS 105 Action 2.12: Enhance Hilltop/Homestead Park. Improve the trail network and provide nodes within the park as shown in the existing concept plan available in Appendix B, with a focus on encouraging mountain biking and hiking uses. There is some evidence of wash-out on the steeper trails. Ensure that future trail design, materials and maintenance consider this. Construct a lookout tower at the highest point of the park. Provide more parking in coordination with the adjacent HOAs. Provide a bicycle repair station. Implement interpretive signage throughout the park, especially in areas of ecological significance. Action 2.13: Enhance Live Oak Hills Park & Forest Ridge Park. Develop a trailhead with parking and restrooms for the Great Northern Trail (GNT). Consider the addition of other amenities that could allow this site to serve as a neighborhood park, such as a picnic pavilion, playground and splash pad. Develop these amenities closer to the Schertz Parkway end of Live Oak Hills Park, to minimize impact on the existing neighborhoods and provide access to the Schertz Parkway Trail. Action 2.14: Enhance the North Center. Develop and implement a concept plan to turn the facility into a recreation center serving the northern geography of Schertz. If possible, acquire adjacent land to the north to expand the community center and provide additional amenities and parking. Develop a small dog park on the site. Provide other amenities that allow this site to serve as a neighborhood park, such as a picnic pavilion, playground and splash pad. Action 2.15: Improve Pickrell Park & Thulemeyer Park. Provide designated, safe pedestrian crossings across Aero Ave, between Thulemeyer and Pickrell Parks, as well as across FM 1518 to provide access from these parks to the Cibolo Creek Trail network. Update existing site facilities and equipment that are showing age and wear, including fencing, lighting and restrooms. Pool upgrade Playscape upgrades Provide additional parking Improve the ADA accessibility of existing playgrounds and walkways. As the City’s primary amenitized park where many community events are held, the City should strive for universal accessibility for all amenities and facilities at this site, to the extent feasible. Address drainage issues. Consideration could be given to implementing nature-based solutions, such as rain gardens, into the drainageways in this park, to provide additional environmental, educational and aesthetic benefits. Action 2.16: Enhance the Unnamed Future Park (in Parklands Neighborhood) Implement the concept plan for this park shown in Appendix B to develop playgrounds, a basketball court, a soccer field, a pickleball court, restrooms and a parking lot at the site. This will provide area residents with a needed close-to-home park. Action 2.17: Enhance the Unnamed Future Park (in Hallie’s Cove Neighborhood) Implement the concept plan for this park shown in Appendix B to provide additional paved and soft-surface trails throughout the park sites. Develop additional amenities, such as a playground and picnic shelter, most appropriate in the northern parcel. This will provide area residents with a needed close-to-home park. Enhance the natural function of the drainage running through the southern parcel via habitat and ecosystem restoration strategies. Provide more natural amenities in the southern parcel, such as nature play, picnic sites and seating nodes along the trail. Action 2.18: Enhance the Unnamed Future Park (in Graytown Valley Neighborhood) Implement Phase One of the concept plan shown in Appendix B to develop a playground, pavilion, trailhead, restrooms and parking at the site. This will provide area residents with a needed close-to-home park. Prepare an implementation plan for Phase Two of the concept plan, including ballfields, water access and loop trails. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN106 Action 3.1: Implement the City-wide Trails Plan. Continue the implementation of proposed trails shown in the Schertz Trails Plan, shown in Map 23. Prioritize trail segments that build network connectivity from residents’ homes to close-to- home parks, increasing accessibility. As new parks are proposed and completed, update the Trails Plan to provide trail connectivity to those new parks. Action 3.2: Conduct an ADA Assessment. Some of the amenities in the parks system are currently inaccessible to individuals who are mobility challenged. To provide equal access to park amenities, the City should conduct an ADA assessment of each of the parks including trails, playgrounds, splash pads, parking areas, picnic facilities, etc. Identified deficiencies should be addressed in a prioritized order. Action 3.3: Improve park beautification efforts. The community voiced a desire for more attractive parks. Beautifying parks helps to increase community pride, attract greater usage and improve the City’s overall image. The City should create a beautification program for existing parks that includes enhanced landscaping in high-visibility areas, upgrading materials for durability and aesthetics (e.g., furnishings and pavilions), and proactively repairing and replacing amenities as needed. Beautification efforts are a great opportunity to bring out community members for park clean-up and planting days. Develop a program for the installation of art in public places, including in parks and along trails. GOAL #3: The City will implement system-wide improvements that enhance access, usability, and aesthetics of existing and future parks. Action 3.4: Increase shade within parks. In Texas’s climate, shade is an important element in making the parks usable and comfortable and in promoting community health and wellness in public spaces. It is recommended that the City provide additional shaded areas in all parks. This can be through the use of shade structures, shade fabric or the planting of more shade trees. Shade trees is the preferred shade strategy, since tree planting brings additional multi-benefits to the community. Shade investments should be focused around gathering areas, at amenities and along walking trails. Action 3.5: Develop a photography policy for public parks. The City should consider a photography policy for public parks, specifically focused on addressing photography for commercial purposes. Action 3.6: Update and provide additional lighting at sports fields throughout the City. Improve the usability of existing baseball/softball and soccer facilities by adding lighting that allows for extended evening and seasonal use. This could enable the City to make sufficient use of existing fields to meet the demand for practice areas, eliminating the need to construct additional facilities. Action 3.7: Offer free Wi-Fi at all neighborhood and community parks. The City should seek to provide public WiFi access at all neighborhood and community level parks. The City can also utilize QR code quick links on signs throughout the parks to allow people to report an issue, learn about a recreation opportunity, educate themselves about natural features or participate in organized activities (e.g., digital scavenger hunt). RECOMMENDATiONS 107 Map 23. Proposed Trails Plan Waiting for updated trails data from City Primary Trail Need Area CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN108 Action 3.8: Develop Park Design Guidelines. These guidelines should be applied to all new park design and construction projects as well as any park renovations. The guidelines should consider providing guidance on the following, and more as deemed necessary: -Accessibility requirements -Signage design and location -Park lighting policies and guidelines per park classification, including the use of dark skies strategies for all park lighting. -Contextual considerations; buffers, etc. -Plant species selection; native plantings, low water use plantings, etc. -Reduction of light pollution -Use of low-maintenance, high-quality materials and furnishings -Resilience and sustainability strategies. The City may consider utilizing Sustainable SITES strategies to improve environmental performance; even if certification is not desirable, Sustainable SITES can still be used as a framework for designing, implementing, and maintaining parks for better performance. Schertz Soccer Complex RECOMMENDATiONS 109 Action 4.1: Provide suitable facilities in each of the three geographical regions of Schertz (North, Central and South). In addition to the close-to-home park needs identified in the target need areas, the City should seek to provide the following amenities in each of the City’s three geographic areas: -A satellite recreation/community center offering programs and services for kids, teens, adults, and seniors, library services and basic indoor recreation including eSports, fitness, volleyball, basketball, and multi-purpose gym space. -An outdoor swimming pool -A dog park Action 4.2: Work to address facility deficiencies as the City continues to develop the park system. The needs assessment identified gaps in the provision of a variety of amenities and facilities. The City should proactively seek opportunities to address facility deficiencies as funding and space allow in existing and future parks and recreation facilities. Based on community input, the following are considered the highest priorities: -Stand-alone pickleball courts -Outdoor fitness equipment -Splash pads -Community gardens -Baseball and softball practice fields -Outdoor basketball courts -Picnic pavilions -Disc golf GOAL #4: The City will provide recreational facilities and programs that enhance the quality of life and accessibility of services for Schertz residents. Action 4.3: Evaluate opportunities to provide a city-wide market pavilion and festival plaza. Based on community input, there is a strong desire for a more frequent farmers market and more locally focused community events. The City should conduct a feasibility study to determine the viability, location, programming, cost and potential funding sources and partnerships for such a program. The location identification should consider: -Space for a festival plaza that is primarily hardscape -Space for a permanent market stalls/ pavilion -Pedestrian-oriented -Parking availability The preferred location for this market pavilion and festival plaza would be Schertz’s Main Street, which also has good adjacency to Cut-Off and Pickrell Parks. A secondary option would be utilizing the Pickrell Park pavilion. The creation of a Downtown Area or Main Street Plan is a short-term priority in the City’s recent Comprehensive Plan update, and this market pavilion and festival plaza idea should be considered in that Plan. The City does have incentives and economic development programs promoting Main Street Development. Action 4.4: Identify locations for additional competition-level sports fields. Schertz is known regionally for its sports leagues and facilities. In order to maintain and boost this reputation, the City may wish to provide additional competition-level baseball/softball and soccer facilities. -Enhance existing baseball/softball fields including lighting, restrooms, grandstands, and other amenities, allowing them to host tournaments. -Enhance the Schertz Soccer Complex to include a tournament stadium facility. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN110 Action 4.5: Create a community garden program and expand farmers’ markets. Community gardens were an identified need by the community and can provide a variety of health and wellness benefits for community members. The City should seek to provide community garden plots in their parks as noted elsewhere in these recommendations. Along with the provision of the physical garden, there must be a program in place to ensure proper use and maintenance of plots. This can be a community or City-led program that is responsible for member and plot management as well as the communal elements of the garden, such as: -General area upkeep and workdays. -Communal tools. -Rules and security. -Educational programs, either for members or external groups. -Care trades (for when members are out of town and need extra help caring for their plot). Action 4.6: Enhance recreational programming. Based on survey results and stakeholder conversations, the City should focus on adding or expanding the following programs: -Farmers Market -Art/music/food festivals -Fitness classes/events -Arts & crafts events -Guided nature walks and public education campaigns related to local ecology and natural systems. -Cooking & nutrition classes; to note cooking classes are popular events for date nights, girls nights, and similar social outings. Recreational Programming in Schertz RECOMMENDATiONS 111 Action 5.1: Conduct a staffing assessment. The City should conduct a Parks, Recreation, and Community Services staffing assessment to determine needs for additional staff. The assessment should consider increased maintenance regularity, capacity to quickly address safety and security concerns, and handle recreational programming as the parks and recreation network in the City expands. Action 5.2: Ensure adequate funding and staffing accompany park system expansions and increased expectations of residents. The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services staff currently does a good job maintaining parks throughout the City. However, as the City develops additional park facilities, it is crucial to budget adequate funding and staffing to allow for increased park system maintenance, repairs and program/event production at this same high level of service. Action 5.3: Develop a proactive maintenance plan that prioritizes maintaining safety, accessibility, and aesthetics. A maintenance plan that focuses on proactive updates and quickly addresses any equipment safety concerns should be created. Proactive maintenance can help prevent unexpected costs and undue risk for the City as well as allow staff to identify the most efficient and effective way to maintain parks. At a minimum, this plan should include: -An inventory of park assets. -Proactive park maintenance plans and schedules for each park. -Replacement or upgrade plans for furniture and amenities. -Required training necessary to develop the specialized skill sets needed to maintain the parks. Specialized training is especially important for the maintenance of green infrastructure, such as rain gardens. GOAL #5: The City will maintain parks in a way that promotes full utilization of park spaces and aligns with community values. Action 5.4: Create Ecological Restoration and Maintenance Plans (ERMPs) for appropriate parks. Future climate conditions and the possible impact of those on plants and animals in the parks should be studied as a part of these plans, and recommendations should be made that carefully consider this. Develop an ERMP for Crescent Bend Nature Park that focuses on initiatives to preserve the biodiversity of the park, restore habitat, remove invasives, improve water quality and enhance soil health. Develop an ERMP for Dry Comal Creek Park that focuses on initiatives to preserve the biodiversity of the park, restore habitat, remove invasives and enhance water quality. Develop an ERMP for Heritage Oaks Park that includes initiatives to preserve the biodiversity of the park, restore habitat, remove invasives and enhance water quality. Develop an ERMP for Hilltop/Homestead Park that includes initiatives to preserve the biodiversity of the park, restore habitat, remove invasives and enhance water quality. Develop an ERMP for Live Oak Hills Park that includes initiatives to preserve the biodiversity of the park, restore habitat, remove invasives and enhance the natural features of the park, such as the trees, native plants and wildflowers. Given the natural assets of Unnamed Future Park in the Graytown Valley Neighborhood, consider developing an ERMP that includes initiatives to preserve the biodiversity of the park, restore habitat, remove invasives and enhance water quality. Action 5.5: Adopt sustainable maintenance practices for all park maintenance work. Fleet and equipment/tool upgrades No-mow, fertilizer, etc. policies Training for staff on nature-based solutions (NbS), green infrastructure (GI), rain gardens, etc. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN112 Action 5.6: Develop a Parks & Recreation Asset Resilience Plan Assess extreme weather events (heat, drought, rain, freeze) and their potential impacts on park assets, infrastructure and maintenance. Develop strategies to mitigate or adapt to these impacts. GOAL #6: The City will pursue/continue partnerships and seek diverse funding strategies to support the expansion of parks and recreational options. Action 6.1: Organizations that run recreational facilities, programs and sports leagues, including YMCA, BVYA, and SYSA Action 6.2: Additional community support groups, like Friends of Crescent Bend Action 6.3: Great Springs Project Action 6.4: Historical Society Action 6.5: VFW or similar groups that organize regular recreational tournaments Action 6.6: Adjacent jurisdictions Action 6.7: Work with SCUCISD for expanded joint-use of playgrounds, practice facilities and indoor gymnasiums during non-school hours and on weekends. Action 6.8 Scouting Organizations RECOMMENDATiONS 113 This page is intentionally left blank. Implementation CH A P T E R 5 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN116 INTRODUCTION The City of Schertz Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department is reponsible for planning, upkeep, and improvement of the public parks, trails, and recreation facilities in the City. The department also plans and manages recreational programs, special events, nature education, and youth sports. The department will work with the Schertz community and respective stakeholder to ensure the implementation of the PROST Plan. High Priority Needs This Plan includes a variety of recommendations to improve and expand the parks, facilities, trails and recreational programming in Schertz. The Plan meets the TPWD’s requirements for a parks, recreation and open space master plan, and can help increase the City’s competitiveness when applying for TPWD grant funding. Schertz’s top priority parks facility needs are summarized in the table below. These are based on community input, needs assessments, consultant evaluation, and staff input. Future parks and recreation efforts should work toward fulfilling these community needs. New facilities needed based on community input New facilities needed based on level of service Upgraded facilities needed based on existing condition 1. Trails and linear parks 2. Places to relax and enjoy nature 3. Shaded playgrounds 4. Water access, including fishing and kayaking 5. Fitness equipment 6. Sports facilities 7. Splash pads 1. Shaded picnic facilities, shelters and pavilions 2. Baseball/softball Fields 3. Trails 4. Basketball court 5. Pickleball court 6. Playscapes 7. Splash pads 8. Dog park 1. Shade, generally 2. Improved pool 3. Upgraded play equipment 4. Enhanced maintenance and beautification 5. Improved accessibility, generally 6. Improved softball/baseball fields Top cumulative outdoor facility needs Top cumulative indoor facility needs 1. Trails, especially nature trails 2. Access to nature and natural waterbodies 3. Improved playground equipment/inclusive playgrounds 4. Shaded picnic facilities, shelters and pavilions 5. Splash pads and pools 6. Events pavilion and amphitheatre 7. Baseball/softball fields 8. Sports courts (basketball/pickleball) 9. Community gardens 10. Fitness equipment 1. Indoor multipurpose gym (basketball/volleyball) 2. Indoor fitness 3. Recreation/community center with programming and services 4. Library services 5. Office/admin space and storage for sports leagues 6. Commercial kitchen spaces Table 10. Top Priority Facility Needs iMPLEMENTATiON 117 Prioritized Action Plan Prioritization The recommended actions of this Plan have been prioritized based on the following criteria: Level of need based on community input Level of need based on the level of service Existing conditions evaluations Less complex actions that can create early wins Actions have been organized into near-term (1-2 years), mid-term (3-7 years) and long-term (8-10+ years) time frames, with an indication of actions that will be ongoing. Some actions will be initiated and completed within their designated time frame, while others may be initiated during their designated time frame and then completed over time. Near- and mid- term actions have been ranked. Long-term actions should be further prioritized in subsequent Plan updates. The priorities set forth in the Prioritized Action Plan on the next page are intended to guide staff and the City Council as they improve and operate the parks and recreation system for the next five to 10 years. This does not, however, preclude the City from initiating an action sooner than recommended if opportune circumstances arise. Potential Cost Ranges Order of magnitude potential cost ranges are provided where possible in the action plan. These planning level cost ranges were created in 2024, based on a current understanding of the industry. Ultimate costs will be dependent on detailed design and construction plans, industry trends, and timing of implementation. Considering current high levels of inflation, costs should be re-evaluated closer to budgeting and implementation phases. Final costs will be dependent on further decisions by the City. Heritage Oaks Park CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN118 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing Goal 1: The City will proactively acquire parkland and open space acreage to provide physical access to all existing and future residents of Schertz. 1 1.3 Update the Parkland Dedication Ordinance. - 2 1.1 Proactively pursue the acquisition of additional parkland acreage in the target areas. - 3 1.2 Proactively pursue the acquisition of additional parkland acreage along Cibolo Creek. - 4 1.5 Keep parks data and GIS layers updated between Plan updates so there is sufficient and up-to-date information available for subsequent updates. - 5 1.4 Keep the PROST Plan updated. - Goal 2: The City will update existing parks and improve undeveloped parkland to accommodate the changing needs of the communities. 1 2.7 Develop a Master Plan for Crescent Bend Nature Park. Master Plan via a consultant $100,000 - $150,000. 2 2.1 Implement a continuous walking trail along Cibolo Creek. Assumed no land acquisition costs: 12’ wide concrete trail is generally $1-million dollars per mile Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost Table 11. Prioritized Action Plan iMPLEMENTATiON 119 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing 3 2.2 Provide appropriate amenities at small park locations along Cibolo Creek to support the “String of Parks” vision. Parking ($4500/space) 12’ wide concrete trail ($1-million per mile) Landscape and Irrigation ($65,000 per acre) Small Shade Pavilion - ($80,000 - $100,000 (ea)(including slab and tables)) Small playscape, shade and fall surfacing - ($75,000 - $125,000 (depending on complexity)) Prefabricated restroom - ($125,000 - $150,000) Standardized Park System Sign - ($5,000 - $15,000 per each (depending on complexity)) Exercise Equipment Allowance ($10,000 - $15,000 (depending on complexity)) Site Furniture Allowance ($10,000-$15,000 each) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost 4 2.3 Implement a paddle trail along Cibolo Creek. Debris Removal (TBD) Small floating kayak launch ($20,000 - $30,000) Portage Structure ($50,000 allowance) 5 2.12 Enhance Hilltop/ Homestead Park. 6’ Natural Surface Trail (8500 LF) - ($300,000 - $350,000) Parking lot expansion ($55,000 - $60,000) Trailhead ($10,000 - $15,000/each depending on complexity) Interpretive Signage Package - ($15,000 - $20,000 (depending on complexity)) Bicycle Repair Station ($3000) Lookout Tower (TBD) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN120 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing 6 2.9 Enhance Dry Comal Creek Nature Park Natural Surface Trail (6’) (3500 lf @ $35/lf) Boardwalk Trail (6’) (1200 lf @ $450/lf) Parking Lot - ($45,000 - $50,000) Trailhead ($10,000 - $15,000 depending on complexity) Standardized Park System Sign - ($5,000 - $15,000 per each (depending on complexity)) Small Shade Pavilion - ($80,000 - $100,000 (ea)(including slab and tables)) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost 6 2.10 Promote the creation of a cultural district near Dry Comal Creek Nature Park. - 7 2.5 Improve Community Circle Park. City provided 2020 cost estimate $11 million (assume 14% cost escalation to current costs) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost 8 2.11 Improve Heritage Oaks Park. Natural Play Area ($75,000 - $100,000 (depending on complexity)) Parking ($4500/space) Water Access/Fishing Pier Allowance ($40,000) Interpretive Signage Package - ($5,000 - $15,000 (depending on complexity)) Prefabricated restroom - ($125,000 - $150,000) 8’ Concrete Trail - $96/LF Picnic Stations ($7500/ea) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost iMPLEMENTATiON 121 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing 8 2.15 Improve Pickrell Park & Thulemeyer Park. Pedestrian Crossing (further study needed) Fencing replacement per LF ($20 - $75) Lighting replacement ($2500 - $7500) each Restroom replacement ($150,000 - $300,000) Pool Upgrades (further study needed) Playscape upgrades ($100,000 - $400,000) Provide additional parking ($4500/space) Drainage improvements (further study needed) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost 9 2.13 Enhance Live Oak Hills Park & Forest Ridge Park. Trailhead ($10,000 - $15,000/each depending on complexity) Picnic Pavilion - $120,000 - $150,000 (including slab/tables) Med playscape, shade and fall surfacing - ($125,000 - $200,000 (depending on complexity)) Splash Pad ($250,000 - $850,000) Site Furnishing Allowance ($15,000 - $20,000) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost 9 2.14 Enhance the North Center.- 10 2.6 Expand the Dietz Creek Trail. Assumed no land acquisition costs: 12’ wide concrete trail is generally $1-million dollars per mile Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost 11 2.16 Enhance the Unnamed Future Park (in Parklands Neighborhood) - CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN122 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing 11 2.17 Enhance the Unnamed Future Park (in Hallie’s Cove Neighborhood) - 11 2.18 Enhance the Unnamed Future Park (in Graytown Valley Neighborhood) Lighted youth field (225’-250’ outfield) - $250,000 to $300,000 per field Lighted adult field (300’ outfield) - $300,000 to $350,000 per field Stadium bleacher seating - $100,000 per field Parking requirements for league fields - 40 spaces per field ($4,500/space) 12 2.8 Improve Cypress Point Park. 4’x 8’ raised box garden ($500 each) Trailhead ($10,000 - $15,000 depending on complexity) Drainage Improvements ($TBD) Amphitheatre ($800,000-$1 million (depending on size) Site work and improvements allowance ($250,000) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost 13 2.4 Identify potential locations to build an amphitheater. Amphitheatre ($1.5-$2 million (depending on size) Site work and improvements allowance ($500,000) Landscape and Irrigation ($65,000/acre) Site Furniture Allowance ($25,000-$40,000) Professional services/survey/geotech - 18% of construction cost iMPLEMENTATiON 123 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing Goal 3: The City will implement system-wide improvements that enhance access, usability, and aesthetics of existing and future parks. 1 3.1 Implement the City-wide Trails Plan.- 2 3.4 Increase shade within parks. Shade structures $75,000 - $150,000 per each Shade Sails - $25,000 - $75,000 depending on complexity Shade trees - $600 - $800 per each 3 3.8 Develop Park Design Guidelines.- 4 3.3 Improve park beautification efforts. Landscape material varies in cost, but a budgeting $700-$1000 per tree (30gal-45gal size). Costs could be reduced by having city staff procure and plant these materials. Planting bed installation costs typically range between $4.50 - $7.00 per SF. 5 3.2 Conduct an ADA Assessment.- 6 3.7 Offer free Wi-Fi at all neighborhood and community parks. - 7 3.5 Develop a photography policy for public parks.- 8 3.6 Update and provide additional lighting at sports fields throughout the City. Cost Range between $100,000 and $150,000 per field. Goal 4: The City will provide recreational facilities and programs that enhance the quality of life and accessibility of services for Schertz residents. 1 4.1 Provide suitable facilities in each of the three geographical regions of Schertz (North, Central and South). - 2 4.2 Work to address facility deficiencies as the City continues to develop the park system. - CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN124 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing 3 4.6 Enhance recreational programming. - 4 4.3 Evaluate opportunities to provide a city-wide market pavilion and festival plaza. Further Study Needed 5 4.4 Identify locations for additional competition- level sports fields. - 6 4.5 Create a community garden program and expand farmers’ markets. - Goal 5: The City will maintain parks in a way that promotes full utilization of park spaces and aligns with community values. 1 5.2 Ensure adequate funding and staffing accompany park system expansions and increased expectations of residents. - 2 5.1 Conduct a staffing assessment.- 3 5.4 Create Ecological Restoration and Maintenance Plans (ERMPs) for appropriate parks. - 4 5.5 Adopt sustainable maintenance practices for all park maintenance work. - 5 5.6 Develop a Parks & Recreation Asset Resilience Plan - 6 5.3 Develop a proactive maintenance plan that prioritizes maintaining safety, accessibility, and aesthetics. - Goal 6: The City will pursue/continue and expand partnerships and seek diverse funding strategies to support the expansion of parks and recreational options. N/A 6.1 Organizations that run recreational facilities, programs and sports leagues, including YMCA, BVYA, and SYSA - N/A 6.2 Additional community support groups, like Friends of Crescent Bend - iMPLEMENTATiON 125 Rank Action Items Initiation Timeframe Potential Cost RangeShort-term (1-2 yrs) Mid-term (3-7 yrs) Long-term (8-10+ yrs)Ongoing N/A 6.3 Great Springs Project - N/A 6.4 Historical Society - N/A 6.5 VFW or similar groups that organize regular recreational tournaments - N/A 6.6 Adjacent jurisdictions - N/A 6.7 Work with SCUCISD for expanded joint-use of playgrounds, practice facilities and indoor gymnasiums during non- school hours and on weekends. - N/A 6.8 Scouting organizations - CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN126 Funding Sources General Funds This source of funding is supported by ad valorem tax revenues and is generally the primary source of funds for maintenance and operation of the existing park system. The general fund is also the source for projects requiring smaller amounts of capital investment. It is important to include funding for ongoing maintenance and staff requirements for new trail and park improvements. Economic Development Corporation Economic Development Corporations (EDCs) are often utilized in communities as a means of concentrating resources toward economic development and creating new jobs. One advantage to EDCs is that they may exist as a public entity (directly associated with municipal government) or as a non-profit organization. EDCs may be created to promote and attract economic development for the City as a whole, or they may be created to specifically address issues within a particular neighborhood or area within the community. EDCs often receive funding from both public and private sources, such as funding by 4B sales tax revenues, and essentially act as an ambassador for the area that they serve. Advocacy and proactive outreach are important functions of EDCs in their attempt to reach out to potential development and provide reasons and incentives for choosing to locate within the identified area. Bonds Bonds are generally the most common source used by cities for the purchase of land and for providing development monies. Debt financing through the issuance of municipal bonds is one of the most common ways to fund park, recreation and open space projects. This type of funding is a strategy wherein a city issues a bond, receives an immediate cash payment to finance projects, and must repay the bond with interest over a set period of time ranging from a few years to several decades. A general obligation bond is amortized using ad valorem taxes and is used to fund capital projects that are not supported by a revenue source. These projects include water service, sanitary sewer service, and park acquisition and development. The availability of bonding for parks is often dependent upon the overall municipal needs financed by this source. Capital items such as purchase of land and physical improvements with a usable life expectancy of 15 to 20 years can be funded with general obligation bonds. A revenue bond finances projects which produce enough revenue to retire their debt, such as golf courses, batting cages and enterprise-oriented park projects. Developer Requirements This involves requiring new development to provide a dedication of land for parks (or fee-in-lieu of land), park development fees, and trail rights-of-way or easements to offset the City’s costs. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Local Park Grants The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Local Park Grant Program includes five individual programs that assist local governmental entities with the acquisition and/or development of public recreation areas and facilities. In general, these grants provide percentage matching grant funds to local units of government to acquire and develop parkland, renovate existing public recreation areas, or construct recreation centers, nature centers and other indoor recreation-related buildings. Current grant requirements can be found at https:// tpwd.texas.gov/business/grants/recreation-grants/ about-local-parks-grants. Grant Program Eligible Population Small Community <20,000 Non-Urban Outdoor Recreation <500,000 Urban Outdoor Recreation <500,000 Non-Urban Indoor Recreation >500,000 Urban Indoor Recreation >500,000 iMPLEMENTATiON 127 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Community Outdoor Outreach Program (CO-OP) Grants The CO-OP grant helps to introduce underserved populations to the services, programs and sites of TPWD. This is not a land acquisition or construction grant; this is only for programs. Grants are awarded to non-profit organizations, schools, municipalities, counties, cities and other tax-exempt groups. Funds may be used for direct program costs for outdoor recreation or environmental education and conservation programs. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Recreational Trail Grants TPWD administers the National Recreational Trail Grants in Texas under the approval of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This federally funded program receives its funding from a portion of federal gas taxes paid on fuel used in non-highway recreational vehicles. Private Donations This source of financial assistance would usually come from a citizen, organization or business that has an interest in assisting with the development of the park system. Land dedication is a common occurrence when property is being developed. The location of a neighborhood park within a residential development offers additional value to residential units within that neighborhood, especially if the residential development is occupied by younger families with children. Once property is acquired through this method, the City should be prepared to improve the facility for use within a reasonable length of time and to maintain the new facility. Private donations may also be received in the form of funds, facilities, recreation equipment, art and in-kind services. Donations from local and regional businesses as sponsors for events or facilities should be pursued. A Parks Improvement Trust Fund may be set up to manage donations by service organizations, benevolent citizens, willed estates and other donated sources. The purpose of this trust is to establish a permanent source of principal value that will increase as donations occur. The principal cannot be decreased; however, the annual interest can be used for park development. Public Improvement District (PID) When authorized by City Council in compliance with state laws, new developments can establish a Public Improvement District (PID). As a taxing district, the PID provides funds specifically for the operation and maintenance of public facilities such as parks and major boulevards. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zones (TIRZ) A TIRZ is a tool used by local governments to finance public improvements in a defined area as approved by the City Council. When an area is designated as a TIRZ district, the tax base is frozen at the current level. As development occurs within the TIRZ, the increased value of property, or the tax increment, is captured. The tax increments are posted to a separate fund to finance public improvements within the district. Partnership with the School District and County The City can investigate opportunities to share park facilities and their associated cost with both the local school district and county as they have many common goals. Additionally, assets and costs can be shared between the entities to help meet each of their specific needs. For example, the City may purchase land next to a future school site and a school district may install the facilities, such as a playground, which can be enjoyed by the entire community. As a result, the entire community benefits. Community EngagementAP P E N D I X A CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN130 MINUTES FROM STAKEHOLDER FOCUS GROUPS Friends of Crescent Bend Nature Park | May 10, 2024 MEETING MINUTES PROJECT: SRZ23167 – Schertz PROST Plan NAME OF MEETING: Stakeholder Meeting – Friends of Crescent Bend Nature Park RECORDED BY: CRA, SR DATE: May 10, 2024 LOCATION: Schertz Council Conference Room The following reflects our understanding and takeaways of the discussion during the subject meeting. If you do not notify us otherwise, we will assume that you agree with our understanding. ITEM DESCRIPTION 1. Preservation of nature, natural systems, and wildlife habitat is the priority for CBNP. 2. Noted issues: • Off-leash dogs • Light pollution from fields • Crowds picked up a lot during COVID and have remained, how to ensure this does not lead to detrimental impacts on the park and that amenities are right sized for the number of users. • People bring large items into the park, such as mattresses and furniture for use in photoshoots. • Visitors/residents don’t understand the purpose of a “nature park” and are asking for amenities and maintenance practices that are not appropriate 3. Specific needs include: • A pavilion and outdoor classroom space, potential for smaller education nodes along the trails? • Additional parking, especially in the back part of the park (to increase access and spread people out) • More amenities for birders – trails, blinds, etc • Improve restrooms, and potentially add more restrooms further back in the park. • Updated maps and directional/wayfinding signage • Nature play area; keep it very natural/informal, like the idea of exploratory play (stumps, sticks, etc) • Enhance the small dirt parking lot on the other side of Schaefer Rd, used heavily by people fishing. • Public education about the purpose of a nature park, why it’s maintained (or not) the way it is; for example, why we leave dead logs and stumps 4. Trails Discussion: • Do not necessarily need an increase in the amount of trails (don’t want to cut up the habitat), leave the paved and natural trails where they are; but could look at enhancing the trails • Specifically, updating the old roads into a more formalized walking and biking path, keep them clear of weeds creeping in from the sides and potentially stripe specific pedestrian vs bicycle lanes. Mile markers and maps/wayfinding signage. APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 131 Meeting Title Meeting Date Page 2 of 2 ITEM DESCRIPTION • Primitive trails along the creek for fishing/birding access, currently there are informal trails. Be careful not to disturb the habitat. Also note the presence of poison ivy in that area which could pose a risk for users. 5. Other opportunities: • Increasing access to the beautiful pecan grove along Schaefer Rd, maybe a small loop trail that allows visitors to enjoy the area but does not disturb too much of the habitat. Note that this is the most low-lying part of the park. • Enhancing the scouting camp area, but make sure it’s clearly marked for use by the scouts only. • Coordinate with CCMA for expanding access into their adjacent property (note historic cemetery location). Could implement flood-resistant amenities there. At a minimum, continue the trail system along Cibolo Creek. • The City should consider approaching the owners of the 3 plots of land on the other side of Schaefer Rd (surrounded by the “bend” of Cibolo Creek) about having a first right of refusal to purchase that land should they ever want to sell. • Connecting the Grand Creek Parkway, connecting to Cut-Off Park and Hallie’s Cove 6. Plan and policy considerations: • The park needs a detailed concept plan (will not be a part of this PROST plan, but could be a next step) • Dark Sky Ordinance • Restoration and maintenance plan; including eradication of invasives, riparian restoration, and mowing strategies. • Photography policy; there could be a variety of ways to do this, which needs further discussion. This could be applied to all Schertz parks. This should address the bringing of large items into the park and using the parks for commercial photography. CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN132 Buffalo Valley Youth Association (BVYA) | May 13, 2024 MEETING MINUTES PROJECT: SRZ23167 – Schertz PROST Plan NAME OF MEETING: Stakeholder Meeting – Buffalo Valley Youth Association (BVYA) RECORDED BY: CRA, SR DATE: May 13, 2024 LOCATION: Virtual The following reflects our understanding and takeaways of the discussion during the subject meeting. If you do not notify us otherwise, we will assume that you agree with our understanding. ITEM DESCRIPTION 1. General Notes: • Provide youth baseball/softball, volleyball, basketball and swimming leagues, heavily services Schertz residents with some players from surrounding communities • Current baseball/softball facilities include the use of 5 fields at Thulemeyer Park, 3 at Allison Steele School, and 5 at Community Circle – all with a heavily utilized practice load. • Use school gymnasiums for basketball, volleyball • Use Pickrell Park pool for aquatics. • High demand, their programs are growing! • The number of players doesn’t accurately represent the number of community members involved/community impact (includes parents, grandparents, volunteers, coaches) • BVYA is a major feeder for the local high school sports. 2. Noted issues: • Two of the fields at Community Circle are unused due to conflicts with adjacent businesses • Will lose all of the Community Circle fields with the new concept plan for that location. • The school requires a lot of paperwork to use their facilities and often cancels on them with little warning. • Lack of lighting on fields are an issue before the time changes, working parents struggle to get their kids there in time to have daylight left • Registration for aquatics programs are capped/limited at 150-175 participants due to facility capacity • Price increases for lifeguards (provided by YMCA) 3. Near-term needs for baseball/softball: • Proactive plan with plenty of warning to replace the fields used at Community Circle and Allison Steele (8 fields) • If they can expand and get a couple additional fields too that would be great (10 fields total) • Location agnostic in terms of where in Schertz these fields go, need ample parking and preferably restrooms. Ashley Park was brought up as an example park that has the ideal setup for fields, BVYA plans to identify additional parks in the City that would work as well. APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 133 Meeting Title Meeting Date Page 2 of 2 ITEM DESCRIPTION • Would need signage to reserve fields for their times, but can be open to use publicly at other times • Better backstops, what they have now works but they are somewhat piecemealed • Lighted fields could allow them to add a 3rd practice time slot, and need less fields 4. Thulemeyer Park Feedback: • Lighting system is old, they replace bulbs but many of the light poles/fixtures don’t work anymore (used to have 8 poles per field, some are gone/have blown over in wind, etc) • Needs new fences, dugouts, lighting and more equipment storage. • Main park bathroom needs to be updated. • It would be a dream to upgrade it to something similar to the game fields over off of Schertz Parkway (Johnie McDow?)  more GOOD practice space with lights and potentially more game facilities • An inventory of unused and derelict buildings to be demolished would be useful 5. Big Dreams: • A fully lit baseball/softball complex – upgrades to Thulemeyer? • Indoor facility with 5-6 gymnasiums, HQ/office space, and storage • Additional outdoor pool facility • Have looked at adding flag football to offerings, it’s an issue of having the space, potential for a partnership with Under Armour • Like the idea of offering eSports; could be a part of the indoor facility noted above? • Potential other sports to consider include pickleball or tennis, which are large active communities there CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN134 Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance (SYSA) | May 23, 2024 MEETING MINUTES PROJECT: SRZ23167 – Schertz PROST Plan NAME OF MEETING: Stakeholder Meeting – Schertz Youth Soccer Alliance (SYSA) RECORDED BY: CRA, SR DATE: May 23, 2024 LOCATION: Virtual The following reflects our understanding and takeaways of the discussion during the subject meeting. If you do not notify us otherwise, we will assume that you agree with our understanding. ITEM DESCRIPTION 1. General Parks Notes: • Individual park offerings are nice • Would like to see more connectivity between the park facilities and destinations via trails; longer trail loops and trailheads, San Antonio is a good example • Some of the parks could use some updating, they like the new landscape at Veterans Plaza. Would like to see more lighting in parks overall. • Appreciate that the parks allow the City to feel more green and like “not every space is taken up with something” • Generally feel that Schertz has better parks compared to other cities in the region, specifically noted easy access and good maintenance • Some of the smaller parks could be better utilized, specifically some of the pocket parks • SYSA gets asked by other orgs to use their fields for football, football fields may be a noted need within the Schertz sports community • Would like to see more fishing opportunities 2. Noted SYSA Facility Strengths: • High utilization – hosts 329 games in one tournament, will host 12 tourneys this year, this is beyond the regular season games • The facility is a great location regionally, one of the best facilities of its type in the region • Best concessions in Texas! • SYSA is not a grant-available org itself, but the individual member orgs can apply for grants • Adjacent Lions Pride Park is a member org of SYSA and will partner with SYSA for big tourneys, SYSA can lease their fields and parking for overflow 3. Noted SYSA Facility Issues: • People park across the street on private property, which has not been an issue with the property owner but that may change with expected future development • Lack of shade • Loose balls going into adjacent properties • The irrigation system is a constant maintenance issue, especially with recent extreme weather, this has major budget impacts • Walking areas can get muddy after rain • Limited capacity for winter trouneys, due to lack of lighting APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 135 ITEM DESCRIPTION 4. SYSA Facility Needs (generally in priority order): • More lighting is their #1 priority, would love to be able to offer night games • Irrigation is another very high priority, needs to be upgraded and weatherized against freezing temps to avoid continued costly repairs • More parking, additional land or potentially a parking garage to preserve ground space, especially for tournaments • Team benches, shade canopies over benches on the full-size fields • Walking paths; both a recreational walking loop around the fields as well as enhanced pathways in the highly trafficked areas between fields • Fields need general dirt, levelling and grass work • Storage building with garage doors • Catch nets to block balls from going into adjacent properties • Enhanced building facility would be welcome, amenities could include: o Upgraded electrical, HVAC, and WiFi systems; solar panels to reduce electricity costs o More seating and tables for guests, some shaded, possibly misters o Upgraded bathrooms, with non-slip surfaces for cleats o Indoor air-conditioned seating area for guests to cool off o Conference room and office area for tournaments, referee lounge separated from guests – could be in a second story o Do not need locker rooms, that is just more maintenance • Could use 1 or 2 turf fields. Dream would be to have a true championship stadium, could incorporate some of the amenities noted above • Overall, SYSA is very maintenance conscious, all facility upgrades and enhancements should be as low-maintenance as possible CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN136 Trails Advocates & Master Naturalists | June 27, 2024 MEETING MINUTES PROJECT: SRZ23167 – Schertz PROST Plan NAME OF MEETING: Stakeholder Meeting – Trails Advocates and Master Naturalists RECORDED BY: CRA DATE: June 27, 2024 LOCATION: Virtual The following reflects our understanding and takeaways of the discussion during the subject meeting. If you do not notify us otherwise, we will assume that you agree with our understanding. ITEM DESCRIPTION 1. Future Vision/Priorities and Big Ideas: • Have opportunities to experience natural settings/real nature, keep certain parks as natural and pristine as possible • Educational opportunities; learning and education for kids and people new to the community, pass along generational knowledge • Balance and provide a variety of parks and recreational opportunities (passive, active, age- and ability-inclusive, improved, natural, etc.), doing so in a thoughtful and contextually appropriate way • More opportunities for smaller/frequent access to nature and parks; pocket parks, pollinator gardens, small underutilized sites where something more imaginative can happen. • Links – corridors that connect all the green spaces together; for people and wildlife • Increase Parks and Rec Dept budget to ensure balance, continue and expand what they’re doing • People (community and City staff) need to understand how parks can be the solution to a variety of the City’s problems/priorities; parks as a way to be a proactive and cost-saving solution 2. Strengths & Unique Assets: • The City still has some natural land: this is unique compared to nearby communities, needs to be preserved, it’s a precious resource that can’t be restored once it’s gone. These areas are a resource for wildlife, which have increasingly less space • The community is highly supportive of preservation efforts, the cultural relevance is there in Schertz • The City’s aggressive tree ordinance has been successful • Crescent Bend Nature Park is (CBNP) a true jewel • Youth sports programs and facilities are some of the best in the region • Parks and Rec Dept is doing a good job o Provides a good balance between all offerings, everyone has plenty of things they can participate in o The magazine provides good information to the community o Parks Dept has been improving over the last 10 years APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 137 ITEM DESCRIPTION • Cibolo Creek is an underutilized asset: natural springs, real opportunity, fishing; needs some clean up, more access. 3. Opportunities and Needs: • For CBNP: o Has 3-4 specific ecosystems, it would be great to differentiate and highlight those within the park with education for each area o The pathways along Cibolo Creek are informal, improve those for better access to the creek o Education pavilion, minimalistic o Keep this park natural • Clean up invasives, especially in CBNP and along Cibolo Creek • Education; in-person programs and signage in parks/along trails • Water quality concerns with continued development • More bicycle and pedestrian connections, especially between parks and natural spaces, extension of the trail network • Pools are dated and needs improvement • Add other water elements in parks, such as splash pads; free to use, include water conservation elements • Stewardship programs: partner with community members, local orgs, higher ed, businesses, and ISD (potential HS credit); encourage/support more groups like Friends of CBNP • More interpretive signage in parks and along trails: a relatively easy/cheap thing that can be done; focus on topics like highlighting specimen trees, local plants and wildlife, pollinators • Access to the pond at Heritage Oaks, fishing pier • Shaded playgrounds • Group fitness classes in parks • Frisbee golf, maybe at Pickrell Park 4. General Notes • Natural surface trails are user preference trend • All fishing should be catch and release only, not edible • Note that this is not an unbiased group in this meeting, make sure this feedback is being balanced with other community input • Work to break down silos between City depts, more collaboration between depts to find collaboration and common interest/alignment – can lead to lots of possibilities, smaller scale opportunities • This plan needs to provide specific objectives and outcomes to help get grants and increase community support for parks funding/spending CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN138 Schertz Senior Center | May 22, 2024 MEETING MINUTES PROJECT: SRZ23167 – Schertz PROST Plan NAME OF MEETING: Stakeholder Meeting – Senior Center RECORDED BY: CRA DATE: May 22, 2024 LOCATION: Virtual The following reflects our understanding and takeaways of the discussion during the subject meeting. If you do not notify us otherwise, we will assume that you agree with our understanding. No stakeholder/user participants showed up to the meeting, the Director of the Center chatted briefly with us, but FNI did not make the presentation or facilitate the planned discussion. One set of users did stop in, but did not want to stay for the presentation/discussion, their concerns were related to pickleball and are noted below. ITEM DESCRIPTION 1. Pickleball: • Wondering what is happening with the provision of pickleball, were informed by Staff of the progress on adding lines to some parks with nets available to rent. They were satisfied with that answer and left. • FNI/Staff discussed options for potentially providing designated times when the nets could be set up and available for use, so that people don’t have to come in and rent them, set up, and takedown themselves. 2. Discussion with the Director: • Her “big wish” is for everyone to get along – how can parks play a role in that? • Most users of the Center are pretty satisfied with the programs and offerings • Users come to the Center for socialization, generally have their own agenda/plan • Most users access the center via driving themselves, ART (?) bus, or family brings them and drops them off • Garden is going great, working on getting more facilitators for related programming such as planting, cooking and nutrition • YMCA is about to start a year-long diabetes program, including healthy eating habits • Free lunch program, seniors only (defined as 60+ by the AACOG program that funds it, but the Center serves 50+ so the City covers the cost for those that are not considered “reimbursable” by AACOG). Utilizes a large indoor area where everyone eats together (cannot take the food off site) – would there be any interest in an outdoor eating aera? • They take fieldtrips, such as an upcoming trip to Gruene. Might need to ask follow up on what types of amenities at local parks would make them more desirable to use for Center field trips. APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 139 PUBLIC OUTREACH The planning process included a variety of public engagement opportunities to allow community input to help shape the Plan. The responses from the Community Survey and Online Mapping Tool are included in this section. Parks, Recreation, Open Space & Trails Master Plan Citizen Survey Results August 14, 2024 Table of Contents Page Methodology 1 Awareness of Parks, Recreation Facilities and Programs in Schertz 3 Quality Rating – Parks and Recreational Opportunities in Schertz 4 Physical Condition of Parks in Schertz 5 Most Important Opportunity to Have Close to Home 6 Frequency of Use – Schertz 7 Main Reasons You Use Park and Recreation Facilities in Schertz 10 Schertz Programs of Interest 11 Age Groups Interested in Recreation of Leisure Programs in Schertz 13 Schertz Park Facility Priorities 14 Importance of Purposes/Benefits of Parks & Recreation in Schertz 17 Importance of Functions that might be Performed by the City of Schertz 18 How do you feel about this statement: Current recreation facilities at schools should be more accessible to the public during non-school use. 19 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Table of Contents Page Feelings toward fees associated with city park and recreation activities (Pool passes, pavilion rentals, social leagues, Community Center Fees, etc.)20 Willing to Pay 21 Funding Option Support 22 Frequency of Visiting/Using City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 23 Rate Physical Condition of City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 24 Rate Your Experience at the City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 25 Feelings Toward Fees Associated with City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 26 Demographics 27 Where Do We Go From Here?32 National Service Research – Contact Information 33 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Methodology •National Service Research (NSR) completed a comprehensive research study for the City of Schertz, Texas as part of the Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan. An important aspect of the Master Plan was to conduct a demand and needs assessment which involved citizen input. The purpose of the needs assessment study was to provide a foundation for the Master Plan that will provide guidance based upon citizen needs and priorities. NSR worked closely with Freese & Nichols and the City of Schertz staff throughout the research process. Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 1 Methodology •The survey sampling plan included mailed postcards to 4,000 household addresses. The postcard message directed residents to the online survey. The survey was posted on the Master Plan website, emails to HOA’s, and various social media sites. The survey was also promoted at several special events. Postcards were mailed June 24, 2024. The survey opened June 24 and closed August 11, 2024. • A total of 426 respondents participated in the survey. All questions were optional to answer. The margin of error of this sample size at a 95% confidence level is plus or minus 4.9%. •The Schertz has approximately 14,600 households, therefore, approximately 3% of the households completed a survey. Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 2 0%5%10%15%20%25%30%35%40%45% 311 INFORMATION THE HERALD YOUTH SPORTS ASSOCIATIONS EMAILS FROM CITY OF SCHERTZ PARK & RECREATION DEPT. FLYERS EMAILS FROM CITY OF SCHERTZ CITY OF SCHERTZ WEBSITE SCHERTZ MAGAZINE FACEBOOK/SOCIAL MEDIA 1% 1% 4% 12% 17% 19% 33% 37% 43% Awareness of Parks, Recreation Facilities and Recreation Programs in Schertz 43% of survey respondents find out about parks, recreation facilities and programs through social media and 37% find out through Schertz Magazine. One-third use the City of Schertz website. 3Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Quality Rating – Parks, Recreational & Open Space Opportunities in Schertz 21% 62% 10% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% All Respondents Excellent Good Fair Poor No Opinion Almost three-fourths of respondents (72%) rated the quality of parks, recreational and open space opportunities as excellent or good. One in five rated it fair. 4Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Physical Condition of Parks in Schertz Three-fourths of respondents rated the physical condition of parks as excellent or good. 18% 65% 10% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% All Respondents Excellent Good Fair Poor No Opinion Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 5 Most Important Opportunity to Have Close to Home 0%5%10%15%20%25%30%35%40% A place to participate or watch sports A place to gather with family, friends, neighbors A place to exercise A place to relax or enjoy theoutdoors A place to play or take the kids to play A trail on which to walk, run, bike 4% 6% 7% 17% 28% 38% Series 1 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Most respondents feel the most important opportunity to have close to home is a trail on which to walk, run or bike and a place to play or take the kids to play. Others like a place to relax or enjoy the outdoors. 6 Frequency of Use – City of Schertz Facilities 11% 4% 21% 3% 19% 28% 9% 12% 17% 5% 27% 33% 9% 11% 12% 20% 15% 15% 14% 27% 16% 40% 18% 16% 56% 46% 34% 32% 21% 8% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Athletic fields Covered picnic pavilions Playgrounds Special events Trails/nature trails Parks At least weekly At least monthly At least quarterly Twice a year or less Never This chart depicts the most frequently used park facilities in Schertz. 7Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Frequency of Use – City of Schertz Facilities (continued) 5% 4% 4% 7% 2% 11% 8% 10% 4% 12% 2% 9% 7% 5% 7% 8% 6% 9% 9% 14% 20% 12% 32% 14% 72% 67% 66% 61% 58% 57% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Dog park Basketball courts Community Center Splash pad Civic Center Swimming pools At least weekly At least monthly At least quarterly Twice a year or less Never This chart depicts facilities that are used by 28% to 43% of the respondents. 8Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 3% 4% 2% 4% 6% 4% 3% 5% 6% 4% 7% 7% 7% 9% 89% 87% 88% 80% 77% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Skate park Schertz Area Senior Center North Center Pickleball courts Outdoor fitness equipment At least weekly At least monthly At least quarterly Twice a year or less Never Frequency of Use – City of Schertz Facilities (continued) This chart depicts facilities that are used by 11% to 23% of the respondents. 9Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Main Reasons you use Park and Recreation Programs in Schertz 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80% Don't use parks/programs Use a specific facility at a park Play sports Meet friends Acess to water Picnic & general leisure activities Attend special events/programs For exercise Enjoy the outdoors and nature 7% 14% 19% 20% 25% 33% 36% 45% 72% Series 1 •The main reasons respondents use parks and programs is to enjoy the outdoors and nature and for exercise. •The main reasons respondents do not use parks/programs is; it’s too far (36%), not interested in visiting (16%), and physically unable to participate (12%). Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 10 Schertz Programs of Interest (240 Random & 126 Postcard respondents) Program/Event All Resp.Random Post card Farmers Market 48%54%36% Art/music/food festivals 40 41 39 Aquatic programs-all ages 38 42 30 Fitness classes/events 33 31 37 Arts & crafts events 30 33 24 Community gardens 28 30 25 Guided nature walks 26 30 19 Swim lessons 26 27 25 Pickleball 26 29 19 Cooking & nutrition classes 25 25 25 Pilates/yoga 25 26 22 Biking, cycling programs 24 25 23 Family programs 23 27 17 Youth programs/camps 22 28 10 Music/dance programs 21 22 20 Tree planting programs 20 23 15 Program/Event All Resp.Random Post card Adult programs 20%19%21% Races (5K, 10K, etc.)19 19 19 Senior programs 19 18 20 Nature play 18 20 14 Adult sports leagues 17 19 14 Climbing wall 16 19 10 City volunteer opportunities 16 16 16 Outdoor musical instruments 15 18 11 Teen programs/camps 15 18 10 Soccer 15 19 7 Parent/child programs 15 16 12 Fishing tournaments 14 19 6 Basketball 13 15 11 Story walks 13 16 9 Ninja courses 13 17 6 Preschool/toddler programs 13 16 7 These are the programs household members would be most interested in participating. 11Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Schertz Programs of Interest (Continued) Program/Event All Resp.Random Post card Badminton 4%6%0% Roller derby 4 3 5 Adaptive recreation 4 5 2 Wrestling 4 5 0 Esport programs 3 5 1 Live action role play 3 4 2 Small side/speed sports 2 3 0 Inline hockey 2 2 2 Cricket 2 2 2 Lacrosse 1 1 1 Rugby 1 1 1 Futsal 1 1 0 Other 7 None/not interested 2 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Program/Event All Resp.Random Post card Archery 13%15%10% Swim team 12 15 7 Ropes course 12 14 8 Tennis 12 15 6 Disc golf 12 14 7 Sand volleyball 11 12 10 Cornhole tournaments 10 10 12 Baseball 10 12 6 Softball 10 11 6 Bike skills course 10 9 10 Gymnastics 10 13 4 Football 8 10 5 Horseshoes 8 9 6 Bocce ball 5 7 2 Cheer 5 5 3 Skateboarding 5 5 5 12 0%5%10%15%20%25%30%35%40%45% NONE/NOT INTERESTED OVER 65 50 TO 65 YEARS OF AGE 30 TO 49 YEARS OF AGE 18 TO 29 YEARS OF AGE 14 TO 17 YEARS OF AGE 11 TO 13 YEARS OF AGE 5 TO 10 YEARS OF AGE UNDER 5 YEARS OF AGE 3% 21% 34% 42% 10% 14% 15% 29% 18% Age Groups Interested in Schertz Recreation or Leisure Programs All age groups have interest in participating in a Schertz recreation or leisure program. 42% of respondents 30 to 49 years of age have interest in a recreation or leisure program in Schertz. 13Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Facility28 4-Very Important 3-2-1- Not at all Important No Opinion MeanScore Add shade to playgrounds at parks 64%25%4%4%2%3.53 Trails & trail connections throughout the city 57 29 8 4 3 3.42 Nature areas/open space 48 36 9 5 3 3.31 Playgrounds 44 37 8 6 5 3.24 Benches/seating areas in parks/trails 41 42 8 7 2 3.20 Swimming pool 44 28 11 10 7 3.13 Adaptive playground equipment*33 39 10 7 11 3.11 Covered picnic pavilions 33 43 12 6 6 3.09 Splash pad/water spray ground 36 31 13 11 9 3.01 Indoor recreation space (gym, fitness, etc.)34 39 13 10 4 3.01 More special events in parks 24 40 14 11 11 2.86 Interpretive signs in park/trails 23 39 21 10 7 2.79 Schertz Park Facility Priorities The mean score is a weighted calculation of the 4, 3, 2,1 scores excluding the no opinion responses. This data will assist with developing priorities for the master plan. 14Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024*For special needs Schertz Park Facility Priorities (Continued) 15 Facility 4-Very Important 3-2-1- Not at all Important No Opinion MeanScore Lighted outdoor athletic fields 23%36%16%15%11%2.74 Kayak, canoe, paddle trails 23 31 17 15 14 2.73 Multipurpose sports fields 17 38 18 14 14 2.68 More fishing opportunities in parks 22 28 20 15 15 2.66 Practice sports fields 19 37 17 16 11 2.66 Attractions (mini train, mini golf, paddle boats) 24 30 18 19 10 2.65 Dog park 19 33 17 20 11 2.58 Mountain bike trails 17 24 25 18 15 2.48 Outdoor pickleball courts 16 24 22 19 19 2.47 Public art installations 17 28 20 24 11 2.44 Exercise stations in parks/along trails 14 30 24 21 11 2.41 Outdoor fitness courts (Ninja courses)12 26 27 19 16 2.37 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 16 Schertz Park Facility Priorities (Continued) Facility 4-Very Important 3-2-1- Not at all Important No Opinion MeanScore Amphitheater 10%29%26%22%13%2.31 Concrete game tables (chess, checkers)8 30 25 22 15 2.28 Bird blinds 11 20 25 22 21 2.25 Develop outdoor artificial turf fields 12 19 25 25 19 2.22 Indoor volleyball 10 17 27 25 20 2.16 Skate park 7 21 26 26 19 2.12 Disc golf 7 16 29 25 23 2.06 Sand volleyball 8 14 30 26 22 2.04 Municipal golf course 13 15 18 38 17 2.02 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 24% 44% 47% 47% 43% 58% 45% 56% 53% 35% 32% 31% 46% 25% 46% 35% 12% 10% 8% 11% 4% 9% 5% 5% 6% 7% 8% 7% 3% 5% 1% 3% 5% 4% 5% 4% 4% 4% 3% 3% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Adult sports opportunities Provide opportunities for livelong learning Enhance community image & peace of mind Ensure there is a green space near every home Promote youth/teen physical/social development Protect the natural environment & preserve wildlife habitat Free community events Provide opportunities to enjoy nature/outdoors 4-Very important 3-Important 2-Unimportant 1-Not at all important No opinion Importance of Purposes/Benefits of Parks & Recreation in Schertz Mean Score 3.47 The mean score is a weighted calculation of the 4, 3, 2,1 scores excluding the no opinion responses. Many of these purposes/benefits of parks/recreation are important to the respondents. Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 3.40 3.40 3.34 3.24 3.23 3.22 2.99 17 18 Importance of Functions that might be Performed by the City of Schertz 20% 31% 34% 33% 38% 53% 57% 59% 77% 40% 44% 48% 50% 49% 30% 30% 29% 21% 21% 12% 10% 6% 7% 8% 8% 7% 9% 4% 4% 4% 2% 5% 4% 2% 9% 8% 5% 8% 4% 5% 2% 3% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Providing places for cultural programs Providing specific programs for teens Providing places for indoor recreation & fitness programs Providing places for outdoor sports programs Providing programs for residents Allocating parks facilities equally to different parts of the community Preserving the environment & providing open space/greenspace Providing trails & linear parks Operating & maintaining parks/facilities 4-Very important 3-Important 2-Unimportant 1-Not at all important No opinion The mean score is a weighted calculation of the 4, 3, 2,1 scores excluding the no opinion responses. Many of these functions are important to the respondents. Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Mean Score 3.77 3.49 3.18 3.12 2.78 3.28 3.21 3.42 3.38 5% 6% 18% 32% 40% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% All Respondents Strongly agree Agree Undecided Disagree Strongly disagree How do you feel about this statement: Current recreation facilities at schools should be more accessible to the public during non-school use. 72% of respondents agree that school recreation facilities should be more accessible during non-school use. Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 19 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Feelings toward fees associated with city park and recreation activities (Pool passes, pavilion rentals, social leagues, Community Center Fees, etc.) 38%52% 30% 46% 42% 48% 16%6%20% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% All Respondents Postcard Resp.Random Resp. Fees are too high Current fees are appropriate Fees are too low Unaware of fees Almost half of respondents feel the current fees are appropriate, yet 38% are unaware of the fees. Excluding no opinion responses, 25% feel fees are too high and 74% feel fees are appropriate. 20 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% More than $200/year Up to $200/year Up to $100/year Up to $75/year Up to $50/year No increase 6% 17% 21% 4% 23% 28% Willing to Pay 72% of respondents are willing to pay additional property taxes annually to help fund the improvement priorities suggested in this survey. Respondents are willing to pay an average of $88 per year to help fund the improvement priorities suggested herein. 21Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Facility 4-Strong support 3-2-1- Low Support No Opinion MeanScore Sponsorships (private contributions for programs, supplies, equipment, etc.) 51%32%4%4%5%3.38 Increased park improvement fees for developers 42 28 13 7 10 3.18 Voter approved bond programs 39 31 13 10 7 3.06 Increased user fees 16 32 23 25 4 2.40 Increased property taxes 7 17 25 49 3 1.81 Funding Option Support Respondents had strong support for sponsorships and increased park improvement fees for developers as a funding strategy to pay for developing and maintaining park and recreation facilities/amenities. 22Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Frequency of Visiting/Using City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 5% 2% 5% 8% 5% 15% 11% 16% 3% 4% 8% 6% 7% 9% 7% 3% 5% 6% 5% 6% 6% 3% 6% 5% 6% 13% 9% 15% 15% 87% 89% 84% 72% 70% 65% 59% 56% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Child watch Climbing wall Basketball gym Group exercise rooms Splash pad Fitness floor/free weights Aquatics Center Recreation Center At least weekly At least monthly At least quarterly Twice a year or less Never Respondents use the recreation center, aquatics center and fitness floor/free weights the most. 23 Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Rate Physical Condition of City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 6% 6% 7% 9% 10% 10% 16% 16% 7% 8% 13% 18% 18% 21% 24% 27% 3% 3% 3% 4% 8% 5% 6% 7% 4%80% 82% 76% 68% 63% 64% 53% 49% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Climbing wall Child watch Basketball gym Group exercise rooms Splash pad Fitness floor/free… Aquatics Center Recreation Center Excellent Good Fair Poor No Opinion 24 Most respondents rated the physical condition of the YMCA facilities as excellent or good. Excluding no opinion responses, excellent good ratings ranged from 63% for the climbing wall to 87% for group exercise rooms. Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Rate Your Experience at the City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 25 42% 9% 32% 14% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% All Respondents Excellent Good Fair Poor No Opinion Excluding no opinion responses, 79% rated their experience at the YMCA as excellent or good. Feelings Toward Fees Associated with City-Owned Recreation Facilities Operated by the YMCA 26 32%38%29% 38%36%40% 29%27%31% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% All Respondents Postcard Resp.Random Resp. Fees are too high Current fees are appropriate Fees are too low Unaware of fees Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Excluding no opinion responses, 43% feel fees are too high and 57% feel the fees are appropriate. 5% 5% 10% 48% 26% 6% LIVE OUTSIDE SCHERTZ LIMITS AREA 5 - S. OF CIBOLO CREEK, E. OF FM 1518 AREA 4 - S. OF CIBOLO CREEK, W. OF FM 1518 AREA 3 - CENTRAL SCHERTZ S. OF I-35, N. OF CIBOLO CREEK AREA 2 - S. OF I-35, E. OF CIBOLO VALLEY DR. AREA 1 - NORTH OF I-35 DemographicsIn which Area of Schertz do you Live? 27Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 DemographicsHow long have you been a resident of Schertz? 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% Less than 2 years 2 to 5 years 6 to 10 years 11 to 20 years More than 20 years List outside Schertz city limits 6% 23%22%21%23% 5% The mean years respondents have lived in Schertz is 12.3 years. 28Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 DemographicsAge Groups Represented in Household 0%10%20%30%40%50% NO CHILDREN IN HOUSEHOLD 14 TO 18 YEARS OF AGE 11 TO 13 YEARS OF AGE 6 TO 10 YEARS OF AGE 0 TO 5 YEARS OF AGE 46%18% 14% 28% 21% Percentages will add to more than 100% due to multiple answers allowed 29Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Male 34% Household Size – Average 3.2 14% 21% 22% 30% 8%One Two Three Four Five+ DemographicsGender, Own vs. Rent, Household Size, Age Respondent Age – Mean 51.7 years of age 0%9%26%21%22%18% 25 to 34 45 to 54 55 to 64 65+ 25 and under 35 to 44 Gender Female 67% 30 Male 33% Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 3% 8% 5% 17% 67% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80% Other African American Asian Hispanic/Latino White/Caucasian Series 1 DemographicsRace/Ethnicity 31Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 Excludes “prefer not to answer” responses WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? •Community •City StaffCommunicate •Priorities •Resource Allocation/ Planning Use results to inform decision making 32Survey Conducted by: National Service Research, August 2024 National Service Research – Contact Information Contact: Andrea Thomas, Owner 1617 Park Place Ave., Suite 110-NSR Fort Worth, Texas 76110 817-312-3606 e-mail: andrea@nationalserviceresearch.com web site: www.nationalserviceresearch.com National Service Research (NSR), founded in 1989, is a full-service market research consulting firm and conducts market studies for the public and private sector. NSR conducts various types of consumer and business research including focus groups and surveys nationwide. NSR’s owner and founder, Andrea Thomas, over thirty-five years of professional market research experience. 33 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN174 ONLINE MAPPING RESPONSES APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 175 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 1 We really enjoy the green space behind our home. It’s a great habitat for wildlife and a buffer for the interstate road noise. 6034 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.631 -98.222 0 0 0 0 2 The former golf course should be used for trails, sports fields, green space preservation, wildlife protection--all desperately needed with the rapid residential & commercial development in the area-- before the available land is gone! Northcliffe Golf Course, 5301 Country Club Blvd, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.625 -98.228 0 0 0 0 3 This empty space could have a kids playground, splash pad, benches etc 13218 Hallie Glade, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.498 -98.226 0 0 0 0 4 Pool with slide,volleyball court,movie in park,tennis court. 3 Ashley Park, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.275 0 0 0 0 5 Pool,volleyball,movie in park 3 Ashley Park, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.275 0 0 0 0 6 Pool,volleyball court 3 Ashley Park, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.275 0 0 0 0 7 Would love to see some toddler friendly equipment at this park when developed. 5701 Ty Lindstrom, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.621 -98.217 0 0 0 0 8 Please enforce no cars and parking inside the park perhaps with sinage that is more clear or effective barriers. I was informed the fence was put around the park to protect children from traffic however when people decide to park inside the park you can’t let your child run freely as they should for concern of moving vehicles. Schertz Pool, 1 1988, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.553 -98.278 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN176 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 9 Good little park. Great shade. Could probably use a little more upkeep. Kids could not stay to play because the play structure was covered in ants and many cobwebs. 11700 Long Leaf Parkway, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.516 -98.248 0 0 0 0 10 More shaded seating - benches and tables 1231 Borgfeld Road, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.567 -98.254 0 0 0 0 11 This is such a nice natural area with big trees. Could this property be acquired for potential walking trails for the city? But leave it as wooded as possible. 1505 Green Valley Road, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.589 -98.264 0 1 1 1 12 I’m a resident of Belmont Park. We keep hearing about the city wanting to use our neighborhood walking trails to connect other citywide trails. I would greatly oppose this idea unless the city commits to contributing money and resources for the upkeep of the trails and other features along these trails (picnic tables, benches, playground equipment, etc.). All of these were funded and are managed through our neighborhood HOA dues. If made accessible as a citywide trail, usage would surely increase. People not living in this neighborhood may not be as motivated to maintain these amenities that we greatly value here and that concerns me. 2600 Cloverbrook Lane, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.613 -98.245 0 0 0 0 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 177 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 13 I read that the part of warbler woods that has been sold to Schertz to become a new park will have “open spaces.” I am greatly disappointed if that’s the case. This region is losing its natural areas SO rapidly, and we desperately need to preserve natural, wooded areas for what little wildlife we are able to protect and to create shaded walking trails. While the city is adding walking trails, many are along roads or under power lines and in the blazing sun. It’s far too hot here most of the year to really enjoy such trails. 627 Dean Road, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.609 -98.247 0 0 0 0 14 Is there a way to connect these parks with a trail and to larger Schertz/Cibolo trail system? 12479 Lake View Drive, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.556 -98.237 0 0 0 0 15 I really don’t see anyone using this park 3175 Schertz Parkway, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.280 0 0 0 0 16 Work with UC/Selma to connect to parks and trails toward San Antonio trail system. 49 Maske Road, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.563 -98.293 0 0 0 0 17 Work with Cibolo to connect to their Town Creek trail to take folks from Great Northern Trail to Steele HS/ HEB/Downtown Cibolo. 19021 Old Wiederstein Road, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.608 -98.248 0 0 0 0 18 Trail connection to EVO and HEB? 2505 Pillory Pointe, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.611 -98.248 0 0 0 0 19 Would love the trail along this creek (East Dietz?) to connect up to Ripps Kreusler and down to Elbel and FM 78 in coordination with Cibolo. 3424 Estates Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.587 -98.263 0 1 1 1 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN178 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 20 Add library services to the city’s North Community Center. 3501 Morning Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.620 -98.224 0 0 0 0 21 Continuation of linear park along the abandoned “Lazar Pkwy” right of way Ivy Pond, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.486 -98.268 0 0 0 0 22 Linear Park in the “Lazar Pkwy” abandoned right of way near The Reserve @ Schertz and Laura Heights Estates 7117 Sheila Pond, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.490 -98.273 0 0 0 0 23 Need better mosquito control in this park , or fix some of the low areas that cause standing water 608 Bison Lane, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.581 -98.235 0 0 0 0 24 Replace outdated and unused gazebo with more playground equipment 905 Woodland Oaks Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.272 0 1 1 1 25 We love that we have a park near our house but there are some problems with it. Ashley Park absolutely has no shade for the equipment, there is limited equipment for kids to play on, and the mulch around the equipment is old and a breeding place for bugs. When I see pictures of the parks around town, Ashley Park seems to be a forgotten park. :( 2568 Cove Trail, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.275 0 1 1 1 26 Add lighting along the trail and on the basketball court, soccer field, playground and in the parking lot of the park. 9876 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 1 1 1 27 Add a fence around the play ground 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 0 0 0 0 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 179 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 28 pool or splash pad 10046 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.237 0 1 1 1 29 Add. better grass in the soccer field area. There are to many little rock’s in the hard dirt. 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 0 0 0 30 A splash pad or a pool would be a nice addition to the park. 10046 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 1 1 2 0 31 Covered picnic tables would be a great addition to Cypress Point Park! 5526 Cypress Point, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.639 -98.203 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN180 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 32 This a moderate income family community surrounded by schools. Rose Garden, Ray Corbett, Founders, Heritage, Schertz Elementary, Sam Clemens, etc. Most people live here for the schools, because this is the best ISD. There are more than enough places for old people and dog owners to go out into thick country and have a good time away from other people. The rest of us with kids, would love a splash pad or way to stay cool in our remote community. It’s hard to entertain kids and stay cool over summer break. They need more reasons to play outside in their own neighborhood. During the summer we can’t use the playground, soccer field or basketball court because it’s too hot. A large splash pad would be worth all the money we’re paying the city and HOA! :D All the kids are going to grow up and add to this community someday. The cranky old people with dogs, who don’t like kids, won’t be here… 9864 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.527 -98.238 0 1 1 1 33 Recreation facility that includes a branch library for residents of north Schertz 4913 Wedgewood Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.621 -98.227 0 0 0 0 34 We would love to have a slash pad here being that we are so far out from the rest of town 10009 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 0 2 2 2 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 181 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 35 Let’s create a awesome facility in this area for recreation AND library services! This area of Schertz is sorely in need of easier access to both types of services and they could be co-located in one building. 3501 Morning Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.620 -98.224 0 1 1 1 36 The old golf course should remain green space. We hope the city will work with us as we do our best to work within the confines of it currently being privately owned. Help us preserve our nature!!! It is the responsible thing to do for the environment, native species, and humans! 3417 Sherwin Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.623 -98.231 0 2 2 2 37 This pond is one of the most beautiful parts of our neighborhood. It should be preserved out of respect for the environment, species, and for the humans that live here too. 6112 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.221 0 4 4 4 38 Sand volleyball 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 0 0 0 39 Just “discovered” this beautiful park in South Schertz. It has a large pond, but could use some access... perhaps a small fishing pier. 3216 Pencil Cholla, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.516 -98.248 0 0 0 0 40 Would love to get a better hoop for the basketball court and a cover for the court with lights. Youth have to wait until the end of the day in the summer (or most of the year) to play, but then there isn’t enough daylight. It’s hot out there! Maybe a water fountain as well. 9959 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.239 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN182 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 41 As others have mentioned, I think a large splash pad would do absolute wonders for Pickerell! The pool is nice but a splash pad would be incredible! Also, shade covers over the playgrounds! We love to come to the park but during the summer, we get an hour of play at best until it’s too hot. 503 Oak Street, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.553 -98.278 0 0 0 0 42 I would love to see more toddler/new walker activities at this park! We love the library and love to play at the playground, but it doesn’t lend itself to the smaller guys! 629 Westchester Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.561 -98.266 0 1 1 1 43 We love this park but don’t like how it’s almost completely surrounded by busy roads. We’d feel better as parents of a small child, if there was a fence around it or at least on the Woodland Oaks Drive side! 905 Woodland Oaks Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.272 0 1 1 1 44 I have never seen the splash pad open. It is always down for maintenance. I thought it was new but it is always closed. 4318 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.616 -98.228 0 0 0 0 45 I would love to see this area updated with walking and bicycling trails, like a nature preserve or a park area similar to Landa Park. It is easily accessible to the highway which could make it usable to a greater amount of people in the area. 5713 Fairways Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.625 -98.235 0 5 5 5 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 183 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 46 I cannot think of a better use for this piece of land than to make it a community space that can be enjoyed by the surrounding neighborhoods, communities and visitors to Schertz. The vision: Fishing pond, wildlife area, walking trails, biking trails, maybe even equestrian trails, playground, clean restrooms, covered pavillion (for community events), preserving and repurposing the existing buildings (maybe renting space to an ice cream shop/ restaurant/ bar/ bakery for the enjoyment of those visiting the park)… the possibilities are really endless. A portion could also be used as an ag barn or community garden. Liberty Park in Inverness Florida would be a great park to draw inspiration from! 316 Sunset Ridge, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.576 -98.287 0 0 0 0 47 Not only is this former golf course critical habitat for all sorts of native wildlife, it is also critical for flood control. From the pond to the drainage area that funnels water off the streets and land into the creek. This side of Schertz has very little public green space as it is and even though this land is privately owned, it is currently not zoned and should kept that way. Outside owners/ developers took that chance when they purchased it and the City of Schertz must preserve our own city by controlling the zoning. Please don’t allow outside entities dictate what happens to our city. 6058 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.222 0 2 2 2 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN184 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 48 Please keep this area natural! It is a beautiful area for all ages to enjoy and just meander around the quiet area! 3804 Columbia, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.222 0 3 3 3 49 This is home to many kinds of wildlife and provides drainage for this area. Would make great nature trails along with the trail that will be out in along electrical lines. 5705 Pelican Hill, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.627 -98.225 0 1 1 1 50 I’d love to see some public pickleball courts or tennis courts and Ashley Park has great flat space to do that. 3 Ashley Park, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.274 0 2 2 2 51 Northcliffe Golf Course should become a trail! 3301 Sherwin Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.621 -98.233 0 5 5 5 52 This space is home to 81 documented bird species. https://ebird.org/hotspot/ L25223965 6116 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.221 0 3 3 3 53 This space is home to 146 species of birds documented so far. https://ebird.org/ hotspot/L23112494 5021 Whisper Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.623 -98.230 0 5 5 5 54 Green space!! Keep it green please. Schertz is going to be seriously struggling for water and green in a year or two. We need to preserve some of our long established green spaces. 5024 Eagle Valley, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.622 -98.233 0 5 5 5 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 185 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 55 This is hole 7 of the old golf course. The “run off” ditch runs between 7-8-2- 3. The ditch takes all the water run off from many neighborhoods, and flows all the way to Cibolo Creek. Would cost developers millions of dollars just to reroute enormous amounts of water from area. Then to build on low lying areas would be worthless. Parks, Greenway, walking paths are what Schertz, Cibolo needs.. Not apartments on an old established single family neighborhoods.. 5116 Eagle Valley, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.623 -98.235 0 6 6 6 56 Beautiful green space that me and my family love to walk along. 3325 Sherwin Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.621 -98.232 0 5 5 5 57 Add a multi purpose park here. Keep it green. 3421 Mayfair Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.623 -98.228 0 4 4 4 58 Add some senior friendly exercise equipment and expand the walkway to encompass the play area also. 4601 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.616 -98.228 0 0 0 0 59 Wishing for a bike trail or sidewalk along 1518 from Schertz Main Street to Highway 35. 1220 Fm 1518, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.556 -98.283 0 0 0 0 60 Can the city please repaint the Bike Lane along Oak Street? It’s almost completely gone or invisible 901 Oak Street, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.556 -98.279 0 0 0 0 61 Gutierrez Park is so relaxing and peaceful. 1231 Borgfeld Road, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.567 -98.254 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN186 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 62 There aren’t many places left around our neighborhood that aren’t going to be developed. The pond is a beautiful spot for the kids,wildlife, and tranquility. Please leave our little pond alone 6112 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.221 0 3 3 3 63 Add a dog park please! 5703 Devonwood Street, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.640 -98.206 0 0 0 0 64 Add a pool to this community. 5703 Devonwood Street, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.640 -98.206 0 1 1 1 65 Keep this area a green space! 5100 Eagle Valley, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.622 -98.234 0 5 5 5 66 Please leave this area a green space. I love the idea of a frisbee course and open space. This is a long time habitat for many animals and birds. 5024 Eagle Valley, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.622 -98.233 0 5 5 5 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 187 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 67 Although my property is not directly adjacent to the natural drainage area and pond in this area, maintaining the green space and pond will provide a pleasing view from my back yard as opposed to having to install a privacy fence if further development is approved for the area. The area directly behind my property has a paved path in place from the golf course and is used by people as a walking trail. It would be nice to maintain that trail as it is safe for people and pets since it is away from normal traffic patterns. My request is that the property adjacent to the green space and pond be developed into a park type setting for residents to enjoy. Thank you for the opportunity to provide my input into this process. 3795 Pebble Beach, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.224 0 2 2 2 68 I believe it is important to maintain green space where ever possible. Preserving the green space, the natural drainage and the pond in this location provides benefits to the local residents and migratory birds and other animals that benefit from the water source provided by the pond. 6074 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.222 0 1 1 1 69 HUGE improvement from Fall 2022 when this park was a health hazard of dog feces. Though this is a PUBLIC NEIGHBORHOOD’S responsibility to CLEAN UP after their own dogs, the city seems to be assisting with the matter. Thank you! 4601 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.615 -98.228 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN188 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 70 Bastard Cabbage - an invasive non-native weed- has proliferated to the extent that the native wildflowers are almost gone. The Parks and Rec department should make a concerted removal effort. 12043 Crooked Tree Rd Rd, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.548 -98.235 0 0 0 0 71 Keep this pond and all of the old golf course natural. We need this green space! 6112 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.222 0 4 4 4 72 Increase maintenance of the existing ball fields. The Schertz ballpark is great but public can’t use without permission. This use to be a good spot but it’s in desperate need of repair and updates. 901 Oak Street, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.556 -98.280 0 0 0 0 73 Please leave this pond alone. It is part of the drainage area for our neighborhood, a habitat for many different plants and animals, and a very nice place to walk. A park can be created, leaving the pond alone. Thank you. 5100 Columbia, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.221 0 5 5 5 74 Greenspace for the animals. Please don’t disturb it. Thank You. 6082 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.221 0 3 3 3 75 Please do NOT destroy our pond. We enjoy the birds turtles and wild life to that area. We the people want it to stay. 6050 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.631 -98.221 0 2 2 2 76 Please do not destroy, change, eradicate, develop over this pond! This is a much needed natural space, source of drainage, and home to native and traveling birds and other creatures. 6112 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.221 0 5 5 5 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 189 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 77 Please keep the pond. It is a beautiful spot we like to take walks thru. The ducks have lived there for years. Please no more concrete or buildings. Lets keep some country life in the country. 6082 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.222 0 4 4 4 78 I love these ponds in the green space. They have never gone dry so, they have to be natural. The frogs, turtles, birds are a wonder to watch. I have also seen deer, opossums, and raccoons. Please save our green space and ponds the animals and our neighborhood needs this space. 5024 Eagle Valley, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.622 -98.233 0 1 1 1 79 Living right off 35 has its limitations on viewing nature up close. This needs to be preserved. So many of us enjoy the space. 6112 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.221 0 5 5 5 80 I would suggest addressing the drainage issues definitely and improving the grass area which is currently all weeds. It might be nice to include native plants around the walking trail or pollinator plants even. It would also be nice to have more shade trees along the path and/ or in the open area with picnic tables and benches. An enclosed basketball court might make for a versatile multi-use court with retractable nets for other court sports as well. 9882 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 0 0 0 81 Would like to see a gaga ball pit built for the Woodland Oaks park. Monkey bars would be a fun addition too. 2705 Cotton King, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.272 0 1 1 1 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN190 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 82 Like the parks.hoping you can spruce up the parkway. Put compost / dirt on the medium clean out/replace the dead remains of some of the trees but by vehicles maybe make it a city event to do the medium ??? 2501 Star Light Lane, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.576 -98.269 0 0 0 0 83 Would like more walking trails around nature/open space areas instead of only parks with equipment. 1222 Borgfeld Road, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.566 -98.255 0 0 0 0 84 Would like to have more benches or seating options. 1231 Borgfeld Road, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.566 -98.254 0 0 0 0 85 This pond area and location should be saved as green space or open space for people to enjoy. We see many people young and old using this natural and beautiful location for recreational purposes. 6078 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.221 0 2 2 2 86 I been living in this neighborhood for 11 years. Me and my kids have enjoyed this area from moment the golf course was shut down. Now that I am a newly grandmother it felt special strolling the baby around this area. Please keep this area green so we can build more memories. 3804 Columbia, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.222 0 4 4 4 87 It is such a peaceful view that we enjoy as elders. Seeing families gathering together and seeing the little ones playing with each other. For us it is very soothing and reassuring that there will be a very special place for people to enjoy for years to come. 6066 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.221 0 4 4 4 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 191 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 88 Please maintain this pond and surrounding area as green space or open space. This is such a great area for our community to enjoy and it should be preserved. People are using this area on a daily basis to walk their children and pets, to fish and enjoy as families, to play and relax. 6086 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.221 0 4 4 4 89 The Library park desperately needs more shaded areas. The playground equipment gets too hot to use for most of the day during summer months. My kids only last 15 minutes before they are done; Compared to the Stage stop park, which the majority is covered, they can play for hours. Schertz Texas Playground, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.561 -98.266 0 5 5 5 90 This would be a great park if it had a little bit more to do. A few items that have broken were not replaced and the see saws are hard to use. I LOVE the shade a new swings, an accessible swing would be a cool addition. This is a great spot to add a couple of pickleball courts as well. Or even a disc golf course! 5524 Eckhardt Road, Cibolo, Texas 78132, United States 29.639 -98.203 0 2 2 2 91 Cypress Point Park-speed bumps on Eckhard Rd by the park, better fencing, a splash pad, monkey bars, more benches with shade, and A Free Little Library. 5526 Cypress Point, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.639 -98.203 0 1 1 1 92 A play ground would come in handy for the unused open field. It’s normally not maintained, so a playground, preferably a basketball court would enhanced the beauty within the area. 11631 Chalk Stem, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.520 -98.253 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN192 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 93 We want this area behind our homes to remain an open/ green space. The pond in this location provides a beautiful and perfect spot for people, pets and wildlife to intermingle. Please do all you can to preserve this space for many to enjoy for years to come! 6074 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.221 1 5 6 4 94 Dreaming, a large community center, with gym, courts, indoor pools, 1 for adults 1 for children with water playground. 901 Oak Street, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.556 -98.280 0 0 0 0 95 A forest playground, wooden structure, a sand box for kids. Access to the shallow part of the creek would be nice for kids to explore, sand with river rocks 12126 Crooked Tree Rd Rd, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.549 -98.235 0 1 1 1 96 Possibly* a pool 905 Woodland Oaks Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.272 0 0 0 0 97 Possible a pool 905 Woodland Oaks Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.272 1 0 1 -1 98 This basketball court is run down and not maintained with a old gazebo that would be nicer with minor repairs to refresh and some outlets and public barbecue pits for outside gatherings 2713 Cotton King, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.272 0 2 2 2 99 This would be a great spot for a tennis court. There are no public tennis courts in the area. 2473 Grove Park, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.577 -98.272 0 4 4 4 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 193 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 100 Pls add coverings to the playground equipment. The plastic gets to hot during the summer. Most other playgrounds have coverings, so don’t be a cheapo city, please. 4601 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.615 -98.228 0 1 1 1 101 Expand water park or make a pool. Make some exercise stations 4318 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.616 -98.229 0 2 2 2 102 The basketball court should remain as it is used daily. The playground equipment needs to be updated There needs to be lighting as there is nothing there except pavilion on the mo this it gets dark early. Live to see the field turned into a fun such as a pickleball court interactive playground with benches for parents to be able to sit and watch their kids. The walking trail is used a lot so I wouldn’t remove it 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 1 2 3 1 103 This park doesn’t have street lights and is not safe when the sun goes down. In the winter time this means we aren’t able to utilize the park after 5-6pm 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 0 0 0 104 Would love to see a disc golf course in a Schertz park! 5059 Top Ridge Lane, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.633 -98.204 0 1 1 1 105 needs a public restroom. 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 1 1 1 106 I would recommend adding a tennis court that can serve both Tennis and Pickleball. This would give residence more options besides basketball and field sports. 9882 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN194 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 107 The city needs to look at the drainage for this park. During rainstorms the park floods in some areas and the stale water attracts mosquitos. 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 0 0 0 108 Recommend adding benches around the walkway and around the field to allow member to sit down and enjoy the park. 9882 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 2 2 2 109 I would recommend they replace the metal open fence to something solid. Children at the park tend to throw rocks at the house next door. Having a higher solid fence would prevent those type of issues. 10046 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 0 0 0 0 110 Recommend adding lights to illuminate the Rhine Valley Park sign. You cannot see the sign during the evening and would boost park appeal. 9959 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.239 0 0 0 0 111 The pavillion light is aways on. There is no timer or sensor that turns the lights off. 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 0 0 0 0 112 Need to fix grass and holes in the park. 9882 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 1 1 1 113 Need to add lights around the walkway for safety and to allow residence to use the park. Most residence will use the walkway in the evenings during the summer so having light will allow more people to enjoy the park during the hottest times of the year. 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 1 1 1 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 195 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 114 Need to upgrade drainage (storm drain) next to the park. Not sure if this is the responsibility of the HOA or the city. During rain, the water is backed up because there is dirt and the vegetation at the end of the storm drain blocks the water. The concrete storm drain has to be extended to connect with the other storm drain to allow for water to flow correctly. 10046 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 0 2 2 2 115 Needs lights around walking trail to allow residence to talk in the evenings or early mornings. Additionally, the parking lot needs lights for safety and security. There have been numerous times late at night cars would park in the parking lot with their lights off. With this city park being in the middle of a neighborhood there needs to be some form of security since the park at night is really dark. 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 0 0 0 0 116 It would be nice if heritage oaks had public bathroom access 8522 Greaves Lane, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.513 -98.251 0 0 0 0 117 A park for walking with a fenced in area for dogs would greatly benefit our Kensington Ranch subdivision residents please! Thanks J Stewart 390 Savannah Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.576 -98.289 0 1 1 1 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN196 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 118 Bathrooms, lights, and more walking/running/biking trails. We need to encourage healthy outdoor activities all around Schertz and not just in the heart of Schertz, those of us living off 1518 would like more stuff in our area as well. Not all of us in Rhine Valley have little kids a fair amount of us have older kids, adult kids and we ourselves want safe places to be in nature. 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 1 3 4 2 119 Would be nice if there was a basketball court or a volleyball court or tennis court. 4835 Park Leaf, Marion, Texas 78124, United States 29.634 -98.198 0 0 0 0 120 Please add a pool here. 5721 Cypress Point, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.640 -98.204 0 1 1 1 121 Bathrooms, a splash pad, and swings 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 3 1 4 -2 122 It would be nice if you added a small splash pad to cypress point park. Especially since the summer heat is brutal and continues to get worse every year. 5526 Cypress Point, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.638 -98.203 1 1 2 0 123 Please consider a splash pad for rhine valley park. We are far from any places for our children to cool off in the summer time 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.529 -98.238 3 2 5 -1 124 Beautiful park.this is my go to park thats close by. 12516 Crescent Bend Dr Dr, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.552 -98.236 0 1 1 1 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 197 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 125 A water fountain with a dog attachment would be great. It’s Texas summer.. it’s hot.. The Park (Heritage Oaks 11700 Longleaf pkwy) is inside a sub division. I’m certain the HOA would let you attach to their water lines if need be. 8522 Greaves Lane, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.513 -98.251 0 1 1 1 126 🥶Antarctica -76.729 -103.360 0 0 0 0 127 WHAT THE SIGMA🥶🥶🥶🥶 2576 Cove Trail, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.579 -98.275 0 0 0 0 128 Add a skatepark,please be better than the one near the ball park 🥶 2560 Cove Trail, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.274 0 0 0 0 129 Wendy Swan Memorial Park Splash Pad When I moved to Whisper Meadow 3 years ago one of my criteria was to have a neighborhood pool. Found a great house and saw there was a pool at Wendy Swan, unfortunately it never opened. Instead it was closed and replaced with the splash pad. Really wish we had a pool instead, my kiddos have outgrown splash pads, we would use the pool more. Otherwise, we’ve enjoyed the neighborhood. 4314 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.615 -98.228 0 2 2 2 130 Lone Oak Park, I’d like to see some changes to this park for the children in the neighborhood and make a place for them to play sports and possibly have some sort of playground. 100 Valley Oak, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.557 -98.254 0 1 1 1 131 Hike and bike trails along Cibolo Creek across city limits IH10 to IH35 and continue Eastward and Westward Private Road, San Antonio, Texas 78266, United States 29.600 -98.319 0 0 0 0 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN198 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 132 A splash pad would be awesome . A soft park for toddlers would be appreciated for example (woodchase park in Houston) we loved it on our last trip there. & shade of the playscapes this summer heat has those slides burning up 503 Oak Street, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.553 -98.278 1 3 4 2 133 Having a splash pad in Pickrell park would greatly benefit the community. To me this park seems to get neglected a lot but has great potential. 909 Fm 1518, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.553 -98.280 1 1 2 0 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 199 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 134 Cibolo Farms could be purchased and reserved as a green space for recreational and educational purposes. This Land contains a pond that is supposedly fed by an aquifer that is unique to this area. Preservation of that aquifer and fishing pond is very important to the diverse wildlife in this area. An aquifer channel running below the property should be preserved and researched. These 40+acres that are currently for sale are also conveniently located right by the future Dietz trails that are being added. Having those walking trails along side a park / green space area would be a great addition to Schertz. With the recent attempt from a developer to build apartments on this property, the city should be aware of the challenges this property faces. Being surrounded by established neighborhoods, the city obtaining this land makes sense for maintaining the quality of life in the area. Since a portion of this land is in the Accident Potential area for JBSA, preserving that area is a service to the military as well. 3327 E Fm 1518 N, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.575 -98.287 0 7 7 7 135 Where it makes sense, it would be nice to have an amphitheater-type park space for movies and concerts in the park. 703 Oak Street, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.555 -98.279 0 1 1 1 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN200 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 136 It would be fun to have an archery range. I don’t know if this is an ideal spot (it can be moved around if needed - I’m just going based on logistics[?]). I would love to see more archery opportunities, especially for adults since it seems that there are plenty of archery opportunities for kids and elders. 75 Maske Road, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.566 -98.289 1 0 1 -1 137 Please budget to add on to the so-called skatepark which is so inferior for this city. Visit other skateparks to see how to improve this area for kids. Schertz never got past phase 1. What happened to phase 2? 820 Community Circle, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.568 -98.270 0 2 2 2 138 Would love a splash pad! This park has so much unused area and a lot of potential. The playground is basic, in need of mulch. Would love to see improvements all around for the community to enjoy 534 Ashley Park, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.275 1 8 9 7 139 These 43 acres (former equestrian farm) could be made into a beautiful park that would benefit the community and could be accessed by all of the surrounding areas via the trail system. 316 Sunset Ridge, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.576 -98.287 0 4 4 4 140 Would love to see this area expanded. More than just walking paths and skate park phases. Something for all ages preferred. 820 Community Circle, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.568 -98.270 0 0 0 0 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 201 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 141 Cypress Point Park - the small fence that runs along the park by Eckhardt Rd needs to be more substantial in length and height. Traffic speeds by on Eckhardt all day long and a vehicle could easily go thru the existing fence and plow into the playground. Also, speed bumps on Cypress Point road in front of the park would be an added benefit to the safety of those enjoying the playground equipment. 5508 Eckhardt Road, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.639 -98.203 0 2 2 2 142 Needs work on invasive species like bastard cabbage so the native wildflowers can flourish in the spring. An updated bathroom would be nice. No dogs should be allowed in the bird blinds. Professional Photographers should limit props-no balloons, etc. 12691 Schaefer Road, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.548 -98.233 0 2 2 2 143 Heritage oaks park needs a pickleball court!! One that is separate from the basketball court. 11800 Canopy Bend, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.514 -98.251 0 0 0 0 144 A three to four zone dog park. Area for large dogs, area for small dogs, training area and obstacles coarse. Multiple area entry area to keep dogs from getting away. New Braunfels Puppy Playland is a starter model. Oakwood Lane, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.641 -98.205 0 4 4 4 145 Crescent Bend park is made more valuable thanks to the Friends Of Crescent Bend who fill bird feeders at the blinds among other things. Thank you! I agree that the emphasis should remain on nature. I hope never to see a swing set or soccer field! Cibolo Creek Muncpl Authority Road, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.551 -98.245 0 4 4 4 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN202 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 146 As I am the closest leaving I this area if all parks had the same care as we (the neighborhood) do to this area we all pitched in to look the best of them all. 6082 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.221 0 3 3 3 147 Would love to see the Walking Trails continue past 3009 to 1103. Old Wiederstein Road, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.604 -98.259 0 2 2 2 148 Crescent Bend Nature Park. Wonderful park that has evolved considerably, in the right direction from the opening 12 years ago. The emphasis needs to remain on Nature, not an urban playscape park. Cibolo Creek Muncpl Authority Road, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.548 -98.245 0 6 6 6 149 We back up to the Preserved Greenspace/Drainage in the Northcliffe area. We would like to see this space remain Greenspace/ Drainage. This space could provide a vital area that remains undeveloped and provide a needed space for wildlife and a buffer to overdevelopment as well as the main purpose of providing proper drainage. 6050 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.631 -98.221 0 10 10 10 150 This area needs to be saved as a green space. It is a natural drainage for our neighborhood. It is full of wildlife. Any development would disrupt nature. 6074 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.221 0 7 7 7 151 Large community with lots of dogs, need enclosed dog run at our park! Needs massive upgrades to the grass and cracked areas 9958 Mulhouse Drive, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.528 -98.238 4 1 5 -3 152 A trashcan located at the trail head would be a great addition 909 Fm 1518, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.553 -98.282 0 0 0 0 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 203 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 153 Section of fence facing the fire station needs repairing as dogs are able to crawl under it and get out. Lighting and some more grass would be amazing as well. This dog park has a great community and most people who visit really try to take care of the park. 940 Community Circle, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.567 -98.268 0 1 1 1 154 I’m unsure whether the playground here is part of Schertz Parks, but I think it’s the best playground for small children since it has all abilities equipment and is newer and up to current safety codes as far as heights/enclosed areas at heights, etc. I have comments about other parks that I wanted to add, and overall I think most of the playgrounds need to be updated with climbing/ slides equipment that meets current safety standards especially so that there are safe play areas for children under age 5. Additionally, something I love about Landa Park that would be a reasonable addition to some Schertz playgrounds are the double swings that can accommodate a young child (or adult) on a wide seat and an infant/toddler in a bucket seat on the other side. 431 East Aviation Boulevard, Universal City, Texas 78148, United States 29.550 -98.277 0 2 2 2 155 I really think Schertz is lacking covered pavilions (smaller than the one by the pool). This was a major reason I’ve chosen to hold celebration events at parks in neighboring cities. I Think it would be a good revenue generator for the city to have covered pavilion options at the larger parks that are near playgrounds, possible to add grills, and/or near the pool. 1980 Brooks Avenue, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.554 -98.279 0 2 2 2 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN204 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 156 Ashley Park also really needs more mulch. 3 Ashley Park, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.275 0 2 2 2 157 I’ve only been to the new splash pad a couple of times last summer right after it opened, but I was disappointed that the paint had already peeled off the pavement. Also the second time we visited, the water was not working properly. We called maintenance and they did arrive promptly and fixed it. It’s great to have a splash pad like this, I just hope it is maintained regularly when running during the summer months. 4601 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.615 -98.228 0 2 2 2 158 Schertz park by the library desperately needs more mulch. Spaces under the steps/tunnel on the baby Playscape (train) are almost 2 ft. Safety is compromised if mulch is not kept up at least annually - possibly 2x/yr with these hot summers breaking it down. Also this is the most high traffic park, with high school kids etc, and often has litter and recently a section of the climbing area for older kids became torn… I don’t know if/when this park is maintained, but a weekly cleanup and walk through would be much appreciated especially for parents of small children who are most at risk of injury. Schertz Texas Playground, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.561 -98.266 0 2 2 2 159 Add lighting to basketball court area, it gets dark fast and providing lighting will ensure we feel safe walking around the trail/playing basketball 4318 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.616 -98.229 0 3 3 3 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 205 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 160 Add more toddler friendly play areas City of Schertz Northcliff Park, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.615 -98.228 0 1 1 1 161 This area of Schertz feels neglected as we are so distant from most of what the city has to offer. It would be great to add courts of some type, splash pad or public pool. Shade was added to the park, but the playground itself is nothing special for the kids. Extending the fencing further along Ekhart or wrapping it around would be helpful as well since the little ones could easily run off onto a busy road with cars going very fast. 5712 Cypress Point, Cibolo, Texas 78108, United States 29.640 -98.204 1 4 5 3 162 We really need some lighting for the dog park (especially for when it gets dark early in the winter) and it would be great to have some dedicated parking spots during ball season. Another bench or two would be nice as well. Thanks!! 940 Community Circle, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.567 -98.268 0 4 4 4 163 We would love a volleyball pit built at Ashley Park maybe by the back far corner past the basketball court. Just put in the boarder and add the sand. Can either provide a net or people can bring their own. 2560 Cove Trail, Schertz, Texas 78154, United States 29.580 -98.274 0 9 9 9 164 People love coming to this pond and walking the green space around it. Let’s make it a park! Ducks and fish in the pond make it great too 6108 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.629 -98.221 0 8 8 8 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN206 #Your comment Address Latitude Longitude Downvote Upvote Total Votes Average Score 165 Please maintain this beautiful pond area as a green space, open space, nature trail, recreational area, or park! Our community needs a place where people can relax and enjoy the health- promoting benefits this scenic location provides. 6078 Covers Cove, Schertz, Texas 78108, United States 29.630 -98.222 0 6 6 6 APPENDiX A - COMMuNiTY ENGAGEMENT 207 Proposed Concept PlansAP P E N D I X B CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN210 PROPOSED PARKS CONCEPT PLANS Community Circle Park APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 211 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN212 Dry Comal Creek Nature Park N 250 FEET Key: Ramirez Tract Standing Water Level Creekway Roadway Natural Surface Trail Boardwalk Trail Trailhead and Parking Area Ephemeral Pond Ramirez Tract - Conceptual Plan B U N K E R S T . FM 482 DR Y C O M A L C R E E K St.Joseph’s Cemetary Utilizing 10.5 acres of floodplain land along Dry Comal Creek to build a 1-mile natural surface and boardwalk trail loop and serve a growing and historic community in Northern Schertz. The Ramirez Tract lies along Dry Comal Creek - a 35-mile creekway that feeds directly into the Comal River - and features a 2/3 acre ephemeral pond in the center of the parcel. It is also at the center of the historic remnants of the Comal Township, a designated Comal County Historical Site with structures dating to the late 1800’s. APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 213 CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN214 Unnamed Future Park (Graytown Valley) APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 215 Unnamed Future Park (Hilltop) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN216 Unnamed Future Park (part of Parklands development dedication) APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 217 Unnamed Future Park (part of Hallie’s Cove development dedication) CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN218 PROPOSED TRAILS CONCEPT PLANS Cibolo Creek Trail APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 219 Dry Comal Creek Trail CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN220 East Dietz Creek Trail APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 221 Great Northern Trail CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN222 Great Northern Trail I-35I-35 D i e t z C r e e k D i e t z C r e e k LOOK O U T R D LOOK O U T R D SELMA GARDEN RIDGE CIBOLO SCHERTZ I-35I-35 I-35I-35 2 2 5 2 2 2 5 2 3 0 0 9 3 0 0 9 482482 W I E D E R S T E I N R D W I E D E R S T E I N R D S A V A N N A H D R S A V A N N A H D R S C H E R T Z P K W Y S C H E R T Z P K W Y C I B O L O V A L L E Y D R C I B O L O V A L L E Y D R 11 0 3 11 0 3 E C K H A R D T E C K H A R D T Cib o l o C r e e k Cib o l o C r e e k P H A S E 2 P H A S E 2 P H A S E 1 P H A S E 1 P H A S E 3 P H A S E 3 SCHERTZ SCHERTZ 15 1 8 15 1 8 Warbler WoodsWarbler Woods Northcliffe Golf CourseNorthcliffe Golf Course Cypress Point ParkCypress Point Park EVOEVO Forest Ridge ParkForest Ridge Park Selma 1518 Park Selma 1518 Park Oak Forest Park Oak Forest Park FM 1103 CROSSING FM 3009 CROSSING Hilltop ParkHilltop Park CIBOLO VALLEY SCHERTZ PKWY SCHERTZ GREAT NORTHERN TRAIL The Great Northern Trail is planned to follow the high-line utility easement along Wiederstein Road and stretches approximately 8 miles from 1518 Park to Cypress Point Park in northern Schertz. To date, approximately 2 miles exist. N1/2 MILE Great Northern Trail Existing Trails Trails in Development Planned Trails Roadway Connections Park/Activity Connection Major Road Crossings Waterways Public Lands City Limits KEY APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 223 West Dietz Creek Trail CiTY OF SCHERTZ | PARKS, RECREATiON, AND OPEN SPACE MASTER PLAN224 Woman Hollering Creek Trail APPENDiX B - PROPOSED CONCEPT PLANS 225 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan November 12, 2024 City of Schertz City Council Meeting Meeting Agenda Process Review Engagement & Feedback Document Contents Q&A Process Review City of Schertz PROST Plan What is a PROST Plan? Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails WHAT? •10-year plan, followed by 5-year updates (per TPWD guidelines) •Establishes a community vision •Helps guide City decisions •Creates an Action Plan WHO? •Freese and Nichols w/ City Planning & Parks Dep facilitate the process •Schertz community identifies issues and vision •Parks Board acts as sounding board •City staff work with the community to implement the plan WHY? •Builds consensus •Identifies current and future priorities •Plans for future population growth •Provides Parks Dept a road map for planning & budgeting •TPWD Compliance and Funding About the Plan •Implications of demographic trends and projected population growth as they relate to parks and recreation. •Analyzes current state of the City’s parks and recreation system and identifies deficiencies and needs •Establishes goals and recommendations for the next 10 years •Prioritizes improvements to the parks and recreation system •Aids the City in seeking funding opportunities •This document should be used as a planning tool by City staff, elected and appointed officials, citizens, and the private development community to understand community desires and move toward long-term community success. •The Plan is intended to help coordinate local efforts for Schertz and to work in conjunction with local counties (Guadalupe, Bexar, Comal), area school districts, local organizations and sports leagues. Project Timeline March 2024 Date Initiation April-June 2024 DateInventory July-August 2024 Date September 2024 Date October 2024 DateMa r c h / A p r i l 2 0 2 4 CO M P P L A N A D O P T I O N Assessment PB Kickoff Meeting Recommendations Approval PB Meeting PB Meeting PB Meeting 10/21 Council Meeting 11/12Community Analysis Inventory Tour Parks & Rec Inventory Schedule Kickoff Data Review Stakeholder Meetings Public Survey Public Event 3-part Needs Assessment Summary of Needs System-wide Recommendations Specific Park Recommendations Implementation & Action Plan Full Draft Plan Finalization WE ARE HERE! Public Event Engagement & Feedback City of Schertz PROST Plan Community Engagement Engagement Events •Comprehensive Plan Feedback •4 Parks Board Meetings •5 Stakeholder Meetings •Public Online Survey •Website and Online Mapping Tool •Tabling at 4th of July Jubilee •Public Open House Stakeholder Focus Groups •BVYA •SYSA •Schertz Area Senior Center •Friends of Crescent Bend Nature Park •Master Naturalists, Master Gardeners and Trail Advocates Priorities: •Balancing needs across a variety of users. •Enhancing park amenities in ways that are contextually appropriate for each park. •Preservation of nature and wildlife habitat. •Connectivity via trails between parks and regionally; more loop trails with trailheads. Concerns: •Overcrowding of park spaces. •Lack of public understanding of natural maintenance practices. •Maintenance of older facilities, •Demand for sports leagues outweighs most of the facility capacities. •Extreme weather events (heat, drought, rain, freeze) and their impacts on park infrastructure and usability. •Increasing maintenance costs. •Water quality along natural waterways and the continued impact of local development. Online Mapping Tool 103 participants, 162 comments Online Survey 72% Rated the quality of parks excellent or good 75% Rated the physical condition of parks excellent or good •Open June 24-August 11, 2024 •4000 Postcards Mailed •426 responses (132 or 31% were from postcards) •3% of households, 95% confidence Online Survey Main Reasons for Parks & Recreation Program Usage The main reasons respondents do not use parks/programs are: •It’s too far (36%) •Not interested in visiting (16%) •Physically unable to participate (12%) Online Survey Most Important Opportunity to Have Close to Home Online Survey Most Important Purposes/Benefits of Parks & Recreation in Schertz Online Survey Most Important Parks & Recreation Functions Performed by the City of Schertz Online Survey The top 10 facility priorities respondents are interested in include: •Addition of shade to playgrounds •Trails & trail connections throughout the City •Nature areas/open space •Playgrounds •Benches/seating areas in parks/trails •Swimming pool •Adaptive playground equipment (for special •needs) •Covered picnic pavilions •Splash pad/water spray ground •Indoor recreation space (gym, fitness, etc.) Document Contents City of Schertz PROST Plan Park Classifications Pocket Parks •Typ. Size: 0.25-1.0 ac •Service Area: ¼ mile radius •Common Features: Playground, picnic amenities Neighborhood Parks •Typ. Size: 1-10 ac •Service Area: ¼ - ½ mile radius •Common Features: Playground, sports court, trail, pavilion, multi-use lawn Community Parks •Typ. Size: 10-100 ac •Service Area: 1 - 3 mile radius •Common Features: Athletic fields, pool, trails, signature open spaces, amphitheater Regional Parks •Typ. Size: Varies •Service Area: Up to 50-mile radius (varies) •Common Features: nature areas, trails, athletic complex, event spaces Greenbelts and Linear Parks •Typ. Size: Varies •Service Area: Varies •Common Features: Trails Open Space/ Nature Park •Typ. Size: Varies •Service Area: Varies •Common Features: Trails, observation points, picnic areas Special Use Parks •Typ. Size: Varies •Service Area: Varies •Common Features: Pool, skate park, dog park, tennis complex, golf course Gutierrez Garden Park Wendy Swan Memorial Park Pickrell Park Great Northern Trail Dry Comal Creek Nature Park Schertz Skate Park Crescent Bend Nature Park Inventory Tables •Classification and inventory of: •Existing City parks •Undeveloped parkland •Recreation facilities •HOA Parks •ISD Facilities •Recreational Programming, Events, Sports Leagues Profiles 1.Cibolo Creek String of Parks 2.Community Circle Park 3.Crescent Bend Nature Park 4.Cypress Point Park 5.Dry Comal Creek Nature Park 6.Heritage Oaks Park 7.Hilltop/Homestead Park 8.Live Oak Hills + Forest Ridge Park 9.North Center 10.Pickrell + Thulemeyer Park 11.Unnamed Graytown Valley Park 12.Unnamed Hallie’s Cove Park 13.Unnamed Parklands Park 3-Part Needs Assessment Analyzes parkland acreage, location and amenities in comparison with the location of the current population and future growth areas, based on industry standards. Analyzes and summarizes public feedback to identify what the community wants and expects from the parks and recreation system. Evaluates existing physical, man-made and natural resources to identify opportunities to leverage for public recreation benefit. Standards Based Assessment Acreage Level of Service The acreage level of service defines the quantity of parkland acreage as a ratio to population. The results are expressed as park acreage per 1,000 residents. The analysis examines whether there is sufficient parkland for residents today and in the future. Standards Based Assessment Facility Level of Service The spatial level of service looks at the location and distribution of different park types to identify underserved areas and where new parks may be needed. Standards Based Assessment Spatial Level of Service - Parks The spatial level of service looks at the location and distribution of different park types to identify underserved areas and where new parks may be needed. Standards Based Assessment Spatial Level of Service – Trails A level of service assessment was created for trails by placing a ¼ mile and ½ mile buffer around existing shared-use paths and off- system trails. Existing bike lanes and shared roadways were not used to calculate buffers, nor were any proposed trails. Resource Based Assessment •Creeks and Greenbelts •Topography •Utility Corridors Oak Ridge Park Hilltop Park Dry Comal Creek Park Top Priority Needs Parks Goals Action Plan Q&A City of Schertz PROST Plan PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 12/04/2024 Agenda Item 5 E TO:Planning and Zoning Commission PREPARED BY:Emily Delgado, Planning Manager SUBJECT:PLUDC20240298 - Conduct a public hearing, workshop and discussion and possible action to make a recommendation on amendments to Part III of the Schertz Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code (UDC), to Article 11, Section 21.11.6 Prohibited Signs and Section 21.11.17 Temporary Signs BACKGROUND As per Unified Development Code Section 21.4.7, City Council from time to time, or on its own motion, or at the recommendation of City Staff make amendments, change or modify any portion of the UDC to establish and maintain sound and stable development. At the November 12, 2024 City Council Workshop Meeting, the Planning Division gave a presentation / workshop regarding updating the Ordinance for blowup signs and flags for advertising. As a follow-up, the Planning Division gave an additional workshop / presentation at the November 19, 2024 City Council meeting to discuss proposed amendments to UDC Article 11, Section 21.11.17 Temporary Signs. Both of these workshop / discussions can be reviewed via YouTube. Based on these two workshops, it was discussed that the current regulations for temporary signs should be modified to increase the maximum height and maximum area in order to allow greater flexibility (larger signage regardless of the property location and adjacent roadway classification) for businesses / customers to utilize temporary signs. In addition the Unified Development Code should explicitly prohibit wind driven signs such as feather flag signs and inflatable signs. Proposed Amendments Staff is proposing modifications to the following UDC Article Section 21.11.17 Temporary Signs: Article UDC Section Current UDC Proposed Amendment 11 21.11.6 Prohibited Signs Currently, the UDC does not directly prohibit wind driven signs / feather flags / inflatable / balloon signs. Wind driven signs including feather flags and inflatable / balloon sign are prohibited regardless of size. 11 21.11.17.B Maximum Area Areas with Limited Access: 32 sq. ft. per face or ten percent (10%) of the building façade, whichever is less Areas with Unlimited Access: 24 sq. ft. per face or seven percent (7%) of the building façade, whichever is less All Other Streets: 16 sq. ft. per face or five percent (5%) of the building façade, whichever is less Thirty Six Square Feet (36 sq.ft.) 11 21.11.17.C Maximum Height Areas with Limited Access: 6 feet Areas with Unlimited Access: 4 feet All Other Streets: 3 feet Six feet (6ft.) GOAL To amend the Unified Development Code Article 11, Section 21.11.6 Prohibited Signs to explicitly state that To amend the Unified Development Code Article 11, Section 21.11.6 Prohibited Signs to explicitly state that wind driven signs including feather flags and inflatable / balloon sign are prohibited regardless of size and Section 21.11.17 Temporary Signs to increase the maximum area and maximum height for temporary signage. COMMUNITY BENEFIT It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the City’s vision of future growth. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION When staff evaluates Unified Development Code Amendments, they use section 21.4.7.D Criteria for approval. The criteria are listed below. 1. The proposed amendment promotes the health, safety, or general welfare of the City and the safe, orderly, efficient, and healthful development of the City. The City Council requests and staff proposes UDC amendments from time to time to proactively better the Unified Development Code that governs development within the City of Schertz. The proposed amendments allow greater flexibility / larger temporary signs regardless of where the business location is and the associated roadway classification. By increasing the maximum height and maximum area for temporary signage it promotes orderly and efficient development. With the proposed amendments, businesses will still be required to obtain a temporary sign permit which also ensures orderly development of the City. Additionally, by providing clarity on prohibited signs it will ensure consistency and efficiency with the sign permitting process throughout the City. 2. An amendment to the text is consistent with other policies of this UDC and the City; The proposed amendments are consistent with the goals and desires of the City Council as discussed at the November 19, 2024 City Council workshop. Additionally, increasing the maximum height and maximum area allows greater flexibility, which is consistent with other UDC Amendments that have been approved. Recent UDC amendments have been made to add clarity on requirements and desires of the City Council. By creating a UDC amendment that clearly prohibits feather flags and inflatable signage, it is more clear for business owners and applicants on what is allowed as a temporary sign in the City of Schertz. 3. Any proposed amendment is consistent with the goals and objectives of this UDC and the City; and The Operational Values of the City include being proactive and service-oriented. By creating the proposed UDC amendment, it proactively will allow businesses to have larger temporary signs and to have consistent height and area maximums for all businesses regardless of the property location. 4. Other criteria which, at the discretion of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council are deemed relevant and important in the consideration of the amendment. Staff has ensured all UDC requirements have been met for the proposed Unified Development Code Amendments. The City Council Workshops at the November 12th and November 19th City Council meetings should be reviewed as it provides additional information as to the insight of why these UDC Amendments have been requested and proposed. RECOMMENDATION Based on the City Council Workshops that took place on November 12th and November 19th, there is the desire to modify the Temporary Sign maximum height and maximum area to allow for increased sign size for Temporary Signs. The proposed UDC amendment will allow greater flexibility for businesses that would like to utilize temporary signs. Staff recommends approval of PLUDC20240298, amendment to Part III of the Schertz Code of Ordinances, Unified Development Code (UDC), Article 11, Section 21.11.6 Prohibited Signs and Section 21.11.17 Temporary Signs based on directive from City Council at the November 19th City Council Workshop. Attachments PLUDC20240298- Article 11 Sign Amendment Redlines PLUDC20240298- Article 11 Sign Amendment Proposed Amendments Clean Version Created: 2024-10-04 12:45:16 [EST] (Supp. No. 9) Page 1 of 3 Sec. 21.11.6. Prohibited Signs. A. Obscene Signs. No person shall erect or display on any site a sign in which the dominant theme of material taken as a whole appeals to the prurient interest in sex, and is patently offensive because it affronts current community standards relating to the description or representation of sexual matters, and is utterly without redeeming social literary, artistic, political, and scientific value, according to contemporary community standards. B. Obstructing Doors, Windows or Fire Escapes. No person shall erect or display on any site any sign that prevents free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape. C. Obstructing Vision/Sight Triangle. No person shall erect or display on any site any sign in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision of moving vehicles at any location, street intersection, or driveway. All signs placed at any intersection shall prevent such problem by observing a visibility triangle (see definition of visibility triangle). D. Interference With Traffic. No sign shall be permitted which interferes with vehicular or pedestrian traffic as a result of the position, size, shape, movement, color, fashion, manner, or intensity of illumination, or any other characteristics causing such interference. No person shall erect or allow to be displayed any sign in such a manner as to interfere with, obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal, or device, including, signs making use of the words "stop", "go", "look", "slow", "danger", or any other similar word, phrase, symbol or character. No person shall employ any red, yellow, green, or other colored lamp or light in such a manner as to cause confusion or otherwise interfere with vehicular or pedestrian traffic. E. Over Public Property or Public Right-of-Way. It shall be prohibited to erect or display any type of sign on or over public ROW or other public property, unless the same is erected by the City, County, State or other authorized governmental agency, or with the permission of the City (in its sole discretion), for public purposes. F. Signs on Utility Poles. No person shall erect or display any sign except as specifically authorized by section 21.11.5 on any utility pole located upon any public right-of-way or utility easement. G. Private Property. No sign shall be located on private property without the consent of the owner of the premises, including signs located on trees, light poles or mail boxes. H. Dilapidated Signs. No sign shall be permitted which is deteriorated, dilapidated or in danger of falling or otherwise unsafe. I. Signs in Violation. No sign shall be permitted that does not comply with any applicable provisions of the building code, this UDC, or any other applicable laws, ordinances, codes or regulations of the City. J. Home Occupation Signs. No exterior home occupation signs shall be permitted unless otherwise specifically authorized in another applicable section of this UDC. K. Non-Motorized or Portable Signs. No trailer type, non-motorized signs using wheels and axles as the primary support shall be permitted. L. Off Premise Signs. Except as set forth elsewhere in this Article, all off premise signs not legally existing on February 19, 2008 are prohibited except that the following signs may be permitted provided they otherwise meet the applicable requirements of this Article: 1. Community Service Signs; 2. Garage Sale Signs; 3. Official Government Signs; Created: 2024-10-04 12:45:16 [EST] (Supp. No. 9) Page 2 of 3 4. Historical Markers and Plaques; 5. Political Signs; 6. Real Estate Signs; 7. Temporary Signs; 8. Traffic Signs; M. Bandit Signs. N. Painted Signs. No sign shall be permitted which is painted on the wall of any building or on any part of a building. O. Other Signs. Except as set forth elsewhere in this Article, any signs not specifically permitted by this Article are prohibited within the City and its ETJ. P. Wind driven signs including feather flags and inflatable / balloon sign are prohibited regardless of size. Sec. 21.11.17. Temporary Signs. A. General. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Article, this section shall be applicable to all temporary signs identified in this Article. B. Maximum Area. The maximum area permitted for temporary signs shall not exceed Thirty Six Square Feet (36 sq.ft.). the following: Table 21.11.17A Maximum Area of Temporary Signs Areas with Limited Access 32 sq. ft. per face or ten percent (10%) of the building façade, whichever is less Areas with Unlimited Access 24 sq. ft. per face or seven percent (7%) of the building façade, whichever is less All Other Streets 16 sq. ft. per face or five percent (5%) of the building façade, whichever is less C. Maximum Height. The maximum height permitted for temporary signs shall not exceed Six Feet (6ft.). the following: Table 21.11.17B Maximum Height of Temporary Signs Areas with Limited Access 6 feet Areas with Unlimited Access 4 feet All Other Streets 3 feet D. Minimum Setback. The minimum setback for all temporary signs shall be fifteen feet (15') from any property line. E. Time Limitations. Temporary freestanding signs shall be permitted for a maximum of 180 days per calendar year. No additional temporary sign permit shall be issued for the same property or business for a period of fourteen (14) days after the expiration of the previous permit. There shall be no limit to the number of temporary sign permits that may be issued for a particular property or business. The cumulative total number of days for which all temporary sign permits issued for a property or business shall not exceed 180 calendar days. Created: 2024-10-04 12:45:16 [EST] (Supp. No. 9) Page 3 of 3 F. Number of Signs. No more than two (2) types of temporary signs shall be permitted per business or tenant at any given time. Created: 2024-10-04 12:45:16 [EST] (Supp. No. 9) Page 1 of 2 Sec. 21.11.6. Prohibited Signs. A. Obscene Signs. No person shall erect or display on any site a sign in which the dominant theme of material taken as a whole appeals to the prurient interest in sex, and is patently offensive because it affronts current community standards relating to the description or representation of sexual matters, and is utterly without redeeming social literary, artistic, political, and scientific value, according to contemporary community standards. B. Obstructing Doors, Windows or Fire Escapes. No person shall erect or display on any site any sign that prevents free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape. C. Obstructing Vision/Sight Triangle. No person shall erect or display on any site any sign in such a manner as to obstruct free and clear vision of moving vehicles at any location, street intersection, or driveway. All signs placed at any intersection shall prevent such problem by observing a visibility triangle (see definition of visibility triangle). D. Interference With Traffic. No sign shall be permitted which interferes with vehicular or pedestrian traffic as a result of the position, size, shape, movement, color, fashion, manner, or intensity of illumination, or any other characteristics causing such interference. No person shall erect or allow to be displayed any sign in such a manner as to interfere with, obstruct the view of, or be confused with any authorized traffic sign, signal, or device, including, signs making use of the words "stop", "go", "look", "slow", "danger", or any other similar word, phrase, symbol or character. No person shall employ any red, yellow, green, or other colored lamp or light in such a manner as to cause confusion or otherwise interfere with vehicular or pedestrian traffic. E. Over Public Property or Public Right-of-Way. It shall be prohibited to erect or display any type of sign on or over public ROW or other public property, unless the same is erected by the City, County, State or other authorized governmental agency, or with the permission of the City (in its sole discretion), for public purposes. F. Signs on Utility Poles. No person shall erect or display any sign except as specifically authorized by section 21.11.5 on any utility pole located upon any public right-of-way or utility easement. G. Private Property. No sign shall be located on private property without the consent of the owner of the premises, including signs located on trees, light poles or mail boxes. H. Dilapidated Signs. No sign shall be permitted which is deteriorated, dilapidated or in danger of falling or otherwise unsafe. I. Signs in Violation. No sign shall be permitted that does not comply with any applicable provisions of the building code, this UDC, or any other applicable laws, ordinances, codes or regulations of the City. J. Home Occupation Signs. No exterior home occupation signs shall be permitted unless otherwise specifically authorized in another applicable section of this UDC. K. Non-Motorized or Portable Signs. No trailer type, non-motorized signs using wheels and axles as the primary support shall be permitted. L. Off Premise Signs. Except as set forth elsewhere in this Article, all off premise signs not legally existing on February 19, 2008 are prohibited except that the following signs may be permitted provided they otherwise meet the applicable requirements of this Article: 1. Community Service Signs; 2. Garage Sale Signs; 3. Official Government Signs; Created: 2024-10-04 12:45:16 [EST] (Supp. No. 9) Page 2 of 2 4. Historical Markers and Plaques; 5. Political Signs; 6. Real Estate Signs; 7. Temporary Signs; 8. Traffic Signs; M. Bandit Signs. N. Painted Signs. No sign shall be permitted which is painted on the wall of any building or on any part of a building. O. Other Signs. Except as set forth elsewhere in this Article, any signs not specifically permitted by this Article are prohibited within the City and its ETJ. P. Wind driven signs including feather flags and inflatable / balloon sign are prohibited regardless of size. Sec. 21.11.17. Temporary Signs. A. General. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Article, this section shall be applicable to all temporary signs identified in this Article. B. Maximum Area. The maximum area permitted for temporary signs shall not exceed Thirty Six Square Feet (36 sq.ft.). C. Maximum Height. The maximum height permitted for temporary signs shall not exceed Six Feet (6ft D. Minimum Setback. The minimum setback for all temporary signs shall be fifteen feet (15') from any property line. E. Time Limitations. Temporary freestanding signs shall be permitted for a maximum of 180 days per calendar year. No additional temporary sign permit shall be issued for the same property or business for a period of fourteen (14) days after the expiration of the previous permit. There shall be no limit to the number of temporary sign permits that may be issued for a particular property or business. The cumulative total number of days for which all temporary sign permits issued for a property or business shall not exceed 180 calendar days. F. Number of Signs. No more than two (2) types of temporary signs shall be permitted per business or tenant at any given time. PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING: 12/04/2024 Agenda Item 7 A SUBJECT Current Projects and City Council Status Update DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION The following is being provided for information purposes only so that the Planning and Zoning Commission is aware of the current status of new site plan applications, status of applications heard by the Commission and recommended for final action by the City Council, and the status of administratively approved applications. NEW SITE PLAN APPLICATIONS: No new Site Plan Applications were submitted from November 1, 2024, to November 27, 2024. CITY COUNCIL RESULTS: The following development applications were recommended for final action to the City Council. PLSPU20240229 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a Specific Use Permit to allow a convenience store with gas pumps on approximately 2.2 acres of land zoned General Business District (GB), located at the intersection of Schertz Parkway and Live Oak Road, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 145138, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas.. Withdrawn before going to City Council PLZC20240242 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 19.94 acres of land from General Business District (GB), Agricultural District (AD), and Pre-Development District (PRE) to Apartment / Multifamily District (R-4), more specifically known as 5524 Eckhardt Road, also known as Comal County Property Identification Numbers 75449 and 78233, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. Withdrawn before going to City Council Ordinance 24-S-167 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 100 acres of land from General Business District (GB) and Agricultural District (AD) to Manufacturing Light District (M-1) and Apartment / Multifamily District (R-4) generally located at the intersection of Schwab Road and IH 35, more specifically known as Comal County Property Identification Numbers 79017, 75463, 79018, and 75468, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. Scheduled for the December 3, 2024 CC Meeting Ordinance 24-S-170 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow Mixed-Use Self-Storage in General Business District (GB) on approximately 3.6 acres, located along the IH-35 North access road, near the intersection of Cibolo Valley Drive, more specifically known as a portion of Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 185564, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. Scheduled for the December 3, 2024 CC Meeting Ordinance 24-S-169 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately .23 acres of land from General Business District (GB) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU), more specifically known as 702 Main Street, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Number 21458, City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. Scheduled for the December 3, 2024 CC Meeting Ordinance 24-S-168 - Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 1.66 acres of land from General Business District (GB) and Single Family Residential District (R-2) to Main Street Mixed Use District (MSMU), more specifically known as 819, 817, and 815 Main Street and 810 Exchange Avenue, also known as Guadalupe County Property Identification Numbers 29057, 29058, 29059, 29060, 67493, 67495 City of Schertz, Guadalupe County, Texas. Scheduled for the December 3, 2024 CC Meeting Ordinance 24-S-159: Hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on a request to rezone approximately 3.014 acres of land to Agricultural District (AD), more specifically known as a portion of Comal County Property Identification Number 79004, Comal County, Texas. Scheduled for the December 3, 2024 CC Meeting Ordinance 24-S-160: Approve a request for a Specific Use Permit to allow a Manufactured / Mobile Home on approximately 2 acres of land, known as 6759 Pfeil Rd, also known as Bexar County Property Identification Number 1296079, City of Schertz, Bexar County, Texas. Approved at the November 19, 2024, CC Meeting Ordinance 24-S-157: Approve a request to rezone approximately 218 acres of land to Agricultural District (AD), more specifically known as Comal County Property Identification Numbers 79001, 78946, 75480, 78247, 79009, and 79006, City of Schertz, Comal County, Texas. Approved at the November 19, 2024, CC Meeting ADMINISTRATIVELY APPROVED PROJECTS: The following projects were administratively approved from November 1, 2024, to November 27, 2024. Preliminary Plat of Medical Plaza Preliminary Plat of an approximately 1-acre tract located at 1663 FM 3009. Keystone Concrete Parking Lot Addition An approximately 15,658 square-foot parking lot addition at 121 Nell Deane Blvd.