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2017-2022

CITY OF LIVONIA FIVE YEAR PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF EXISTING RECREATIONAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF LIVONIA; ALONG WITH A STRATEGY FOR PROVIDING FUTURE RECREATIONAL PROGRAMMING THROUGH THE CITY OF LIVONIA PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT.

Recreation Commission Endorsement:

City Council Adoption:

City Officials

Honorable Dennis K. Wright, Mayor

Susan M. Nash, Clerk

Lynda L. Scheel, Treasurer

City Council

Kathleen E. McIntyre – Council President

Brandon M. Kritzman – Council Vice President

Scott Bahr

Maureen Miller Brosnan

Jim Jolly

Brian Meakin

Cathy K. White

Parks and Recreation Commission

Mark Johnson, Chairman

Paul Condon

Cathy Kevra

Kevin Summers

Roger Walkin

Parks and Recreation Department

Edward Davis, Superintendent

Michelle Koppin, Assistant Superintendent

Ann Cox, Office Manager

Tom Murphy, Facility Manager

Amy Walker, Assistant Facility Manager

Scott Spahr, Fitness Coordinator

Erin Knieper, Athletics Coordinator

Jason Sturos, Recreation Supervisor

Jennifer Roberts, Marketing/Special Events

Vacant, Aquatics Coordinator

City of Livonia Five Year Parks and Recreation Master Plan Master Plan 2017-2022

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Table of Contents

Section 1: INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................... 1

Section 2: COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 2

Section 3: ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE ............................................................................... 6

Background...............................................................................................................................6

Parks and Recreation Department Staff ...................................................................................6

Livonia City Council/Mayor ....................................................................................................7

Current Funding Sources ..........................................................................................................7

Role of Volunteers ....................................................................................................................7

Relationships with School Districts, other Public Agencies or Public Organizations .............7

Budget.......................................................................................................................................9

Section 4: RECREATION INVENTORY ..................................................................................... 10

Inventory of Facilities.............................................................................................................10

Local Parks and Facilities .......................................................................................................10

School Facilities .........................................................................................................................

REGIONAL RECREATION FACILITIES AND PARKS .................................................... 35

Michigan State Parks ..............................................................................................................36

Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority ..................................................................................36

Wayne County Parks ..............................................................................................................36

PRIVATE PARKS AND FACILITIES ....................................................................................... 38

Livonia Recreation Programs .................................................................................................39

Section 5: PLANNING PROCESS ............................................................................................ 41

Public Participation ................................................................................................................42

Basis for Action Plan ..............................................................................................................47

Section 6: GOALS AND OBJECTIVES ...................................................................................... 49

Section 7: ACTION PLAN ...................................................................................................... 51

CONCLUSION ...........................................................................................................................


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List of Maps

Map 1: Location Map ............................................................................................................. 2

Map 2: Historic District Map .................................................................................................. 4

Map 3: Future Land Use Map ................................................................................................. 5

Map 4: Existing Parks and School Facilities Map ................................................................... 34

List of Figures

Figure 1: Organizational Chart ............................................................................................... 8

Figure 2: Budget Analysis ....................................................................................................... 9

Figure 3: Existing Recreation Facilities .................................................................................. 31

Figure 4: Six Year Capital Improvement Program (2016-2021) .............................................. 53

Appendices

Appendix A - Resolutions

Appendix B – Public Input Documentation

Appendix C – Maps of Existing Park Facilities

Appendix D – Transmittal Letters (Wayne County, SEMCOG, MDNR)

Appendix E – MDNR Documentation (Certification Checklist, Outdoor Recreation Grant Post-

Completion Checklist)


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INTRODUCTION

The residents of Livonia enjoy a diverse range of parks and recreation facilities, provided

through the Livonia Parks and Recreation Department, Wayne County and the local school

districts. In order to provide the needed recreational activities currently enjoyed by the residents,

the city must take an active role in the delivery of recreational opportunities to the residents.

Livonia has developed this “Five Year Parks and Recreation Plan” as a useful tool to guide the

development and preservation of the park facilities and programming, in a manner that is

consistent with the vision statement of “creating community through people, parks and programs.

This recreational plan will also make Livonia eligible for various grants made available through

the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR). The previous Five Year Parks and

Recreation Plan was adopted in 2008. Currently, the city offers over 1300 acres of recreational

open space; well over the 10 acres per 1000 residents as recommended by the National

Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA). This 2017 update includes evaluation of park

facilities and programming to determine where improvements can be made.

This plan is divided into separate sections that represent the planning process used in its

development. In addition to this introduction the plan contains:

Community Description: An overview of the communities current and projected social,

physical and economic characteristics

Administrative Structure: Identifies the entities responsible for administration of the park

and recreation programs and facilities provided throughout the city.

Parks, Facility and Program Inventory: Describes the specific parks, facilities and

programs that are offered through the Livonia Parks and Recreation Department.

Planning Process: Describes the participatory process by the community and other

partners; process will discuss the community description, recreation inventory, public

participation, analysis, action program and plan completion and adoption.

Basis for Action: Analyzes the programs and facilities and contains a description of the

public involvement process used in development of the plan

Action Plan: Identifies the plan’s goals and objectives, all project and system

recommendations and a 5-year plan for investment.

The Five Year Parks and Recreation Plan will be used as a solid foundation for future

recreational facilities and programming improvements through Livonia; as well as continued

investments and policies that will continue to support a healthy, desirable quality of life for the

residents in the service area.


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96,000

98,000

100,000

102,000

104,000

106,000

1980 1990 2000 2010 2014(est.)

Population

Population

COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION

Located within Metro-Detroit, in Wayne County, Livonia (formally known as Livonia

Township) was incorporated on May 23, 1950. The city primarily developed during the post-

World War II era as a residential area and currently is characterized as a carefully and

successfully planned community of residential, industrial, commercial and civic development.

The city forms a perfect 36 square miles in the northwestern portion of Wayne County and is

bordered by the cities of Westland, Plymouth, Dearborn Heights, Redford Charter Township and

Northville Charter Township.

Map 1 – Location Map

One aspect about Livonia that

although it does not have a central

business district, it continues to

promote its commercial and

industrial tenants while maintaining

a friendly, hometown atmosphere in

the midst of urban growth and

sprawl from the Detroit Metropolitan

area

Existing Land Use/Topography:

Map 2 shows the existing land use of

Livonia; the topography of the city is

primarily flat. There are five main

Ethnic

Composition

% in 2010

White 92%

Black 3.4%

Asian 0.4%

Other 4.2%

Census Population

1980 104,814

1990 100,850

2000 100,545

2010 96,942


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21%

7.6%

22.2%

31.5%

17.7% Under 18

18-24

25-44

45-64

65 and Over

tributaries that are located in Livonia which are prone to flooding. These locations are either

owned/maintained by the City of Livonia or Wayne County.

Transportation:

Primary transportation connections through the area include I-96; which runs from east to west,

connecting to I-275. There is no bus/train station in Livonia; aviation transportation is available

through Detroit Metropolitan Airport in Romulus which operates flights to various domestic and

international locations. Local public transportation is provided through the SMART (Suburban

Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation), the Detroit DOT (Department of

Transportation) at various stops throughout the city and the Livonia Community Transit; which

provides “To Work” service for passengers coming into Livonia from the SMART and Detroit

DOT bus systems. Curb service is also available for residents over the age of 60 by the Livonia

Community Transit.

Climate:

Wayne County is located in the southeastern section of Michigan; where “lake effect” weather

conditions are not great of a concern as in other areas of the state. The average temperatures in

the winter, spring, summer and autumn are 21°, 45°, 80° and 60, respectfully.

Water Resources:

As discussed in the topography section, the Rouge River runs through the city with tributaries

located around the city (Upper Branch River Rouge, Middle Branch River Rouge, Bell Branch,

Tarabusi Creek and Beitz Drain); also with Newburgh Lake on the southern border of the city.

Population:

The U.S. Census from 2010 documented the population of Livonia at 96,942 (a 3.6% decrease

from the previous census). Currently, the U.S. Census estimate for Livonia is at 94,958, per the

2014 estimate. The age distribution of residents in Livonia is listed below:

Age Distribution in Livonia:

Age Percentage

Under 18 21%

18 - 24 7.6%

25 - 44 22.2%

45 - 64 31.5%

65 and Over 17.7%


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Map 2 – Historic District Map


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Map 3 – Future Land Use Map


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ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE

This section describes how recreational activities and resources are administered within the City

of Livonia and how the Five Year Parks and Recreation Plan was developed. The commissions

and city staff positions are outlined to describe their function and interrelationship in the

recreation management of the city. Also included are the revenue and expenditure trends for the

city along with volunteer groups that assist the city in providing recreational programming.

Background:

The City Charter, in Section 10 of Chapter V established the Department of Parks and Recreation

as an administrative department and Section 15 of the same chapter provides the following: “the

Department of Parks and Recreation shall be managed and controlled by a commission to be

known as the Parks and Recreation Commission and consisting of five (5) members, who shall

be chosen from the qualified electors of the City to hold office at the pleasure of the Mayor. The

Parks and Recreation Commission shall administer and operate all City parks, playgrounds,

athletic fields and recreational facilities and equipment”. Policies are determined and established

by parks commission; only the commission can change policy or make exceptions to it. The

Parks and Recreation Commission operate all city parks, playgrounds, athletic fields and

recreational facilities and equipment. Members of the commission serve a 3-year term; meetings

occur on the first Wednesday of each month at the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center.

Parks and Recreation Department Staff:

Daily operations of the Parks and Recreation Department are the responsibility of the Parks and

Recreation Superintendent in Livonia. The Parks and Recreation Superintendent is in charge of

13 full-time and 300 part-time staff that monitors or maintains the parks and recreation system

and programming in Livonia. Figure 1 details the organizational chart for the Livonia Parks and

Recreation Department.

The Parks and Recreation Superintendent is a full-time position under the general supervision of

the Mayor. The Superintendent is responsible for assessing, developing and implanting all

aspects of the community-wide recreation program. These items include budgeting, program

development, public relations, promotion, facility and equipment needs and staff management.

The Superintendent also works closely with outside departments in city government, volunteer

organizations and groups.

The Parks and Recreation Department is funded through numerous sources including the General

Fund, fees and charges for various programs and from a 0.8 mill recreation millage.

The Parks and Recreation Department has been divided into six service divisions; Aquatic

Services, Athletic Services, Golf Services, Park Services, Special Events Services and

Community Center Services. Aquatic Services includes two indoor pools, spa and spray ground

built at the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center, one fifty-meter outdoor pool (Botsford Pool) and

one twenty-five meter pool (Sheldon Park). Clements Circle Splash Park opened in August of

2016. The new twenty-five meter pool lap pool with slide and two climbing walls and family

pool with a zero depth entry and water features replaced a fifty-meter pool that last operated in

the summer of 2013. The Aquatic Services Division houses over 100 employees that help to

promote a safe, enjoyable and educational experience through swim lessons, water fitness


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classes, open swim and pool rentals. The Athletic Services Division provides programming such

as softball, basketball, t-ball, coach pitch, soccer, archery and tennis. The Athletic Services

Division also has developed a partnership with the Livonia Civic Arena to manage Devon Aire

Arena and the Eddie Edgar Arena including programming. The Community Center Services

Division operates the 135,000 square foot Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center (formerly the

Livonia Community Recreation Center) employing 100 employees. The center includes two

indoor pools, spa, spray ground, 27,000 square feet of gymnasium space, fitness room with

training equipment, indoor track, climbing wall, indoor play structure and meeting space. The

center currently averages over 3,000 visitors’ daily, and is in its 13th

year of existence. The Golf

Services Division works with a managerial firm (TJW Inc.) to staff and run each golf course.

Livonia currently owns and operates three 18-hole regulation golf courses within the city limits.

All park properties are maintained by the Department of Public Works; which includes the parks

foreman and maintenance staff. The Department of Public Works maintains over 1,500 acres (73

sites) of developed and undeveloped park property along with other city property in Livonia. The

final division is for Special Events Services. The division is charged with developing and

organizing community involvement by working with local business and community groups that

provide professional input, volunteers and financial assistance. Such programs that are under the

direction of the Special Events Services Division include the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Kids

Day, Park IT, Father/Daughter dances, and New Year’s Eve Party.

Livonia City Council/Mayor:

The City of Livonia currently operates under a “Strong Mayor” form of government; with the

city council serving either a four year or two year term. The city charter vests the city council

with “the power to enact all ordinances necessary for the establishment, maintenance and

protection of all parks and recreational facilities.”

Current Funding Sources:

Current funding sources are made available from the General Fund of Livonia, fees and charges

collected for various programming, and from a 0.8 mill recreation millage passed in 1999.

Role of Volunteers:

Volunteers have proved to be extremely crucial for the success of the recreational programming

for Livonia. Without the support and dedication of the citizens and community stakeholders in

providing assistance to many of the recreational programming in Livonia they would not be as

successful. Volunteers provide services such as coaching, referees, officials and also coordinate

minor maintenance and up-keep of park properties. Some groups that work along with the

Livonia Parks and Recreation Department include the Livonia Junior Athletic League, Livonia

Elks Lodge, Livonia Youth Hockey Association (which currently provides programs at the

Devon Aires Arena and Eddie Edgar Arena), Livonia Youth Commission, Wolverine Sport and

Conservation Club, Rotary Club and Kiwanis Club.

Relationships with School Districts, other public agencies or private organizations:

The Livonia Parks and Recreation Department previously coordinated with the Livonia Public

Schools and Clarenceville Public Schools for the use of school facilities. Both school systems

also work in cooperation to provide community education opportunities and programs to

Livonia. The Livonia Public School District currently leases space in the Jack E. Kirksey


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Recreation Center for their gymnastics program. John Stymelski/Veteran’s Park and Mies Park

are long-term lease properties from the Livonia Public School District. The Parks and Recreation

Department has also assisted the Livonia Public Schools during bond issues in supporting voter

measures by the school board. Cooperation with public schools is an area of opportunity for

expanding recreation.

Besides school districts, there are other educational service providers that operate within the city

of Livonia including charter schools and parochial schools. The Parks and Recreation department

continues to work along with those entities to provide recreational opportunities to students as

well as using school facilities in locations where properties are not accessible for residents.

Along with school partnerships, the Livonia Parks and Recreation Department currently has a

lease arrangement with St. Mary Mercy Hospital.

Figure 1 – Organizational Chart:


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Figure 2 – Budget Analysis:

The operating budget for the Parks and Recreation Department is annually adopted by the City

Council for its fiscal year, which runs from December 1st to November 30th

. User fees are

charged for certain programming and a membership fee is charged for usage of the Jack E.

Kirksey Recreation Center (day passes can be purchased at the facility). Livonia continues to

seek other funding sources (i.e. grant programs, private donations) to provide resources to

provide various capital improvement projects and operate programs.

Budget information for the Parks and Recreation Department was collected from the previous

general fund budgets that show the amount of increase/decrease between program funding from

the city budget.


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RECREATION INVENTORY

Inventory of Facilities:

Developing a complete inventory of recreation facilities, programs and events is an essential

component of a Five Year Parks and Recreation Plan as it provides a base of information to use

in developing the Action Plan. Understanding the existing facilities, programming and events

that are offered to residents in Livonia will assist in decision-making in the future. The inventory

will cover the following listed components:

Public Park and Facilities (City-Owned)

School Park and Facilities

Regional Parks and Facilities

Private Parks and Recreation Facilities

City Recreation Programs

The City of Livonia currently has over 1300 acres of recreational open space; this includes 60

parks (36 developed and 24 undeveloped parks), one archery range, the Jack E. Kirksey

Recreation Center, three 18-hole public golf courses, two ice arenas, three outdoor swimming

pools, 32 tennis courts, six walking paths, 43 baseball diamonds and twenty-five soccer fields.

Playground equipment is available for all ages at 25 neighborhood parks. Appendix A has maps

for individual parks in Livonia.

The Recreation Master Plan includes an inventory of recreation facilities, programming and

events that occur within Livonia. Understanding the specific facilities and events available to the

residents of Livonia will aid decision making in the future. The following summaries address

existing conditions and the accessibility of the City of Livonia park properties regarding

compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). In

general, all construction since 1991 was required to comply with these guidelines. A general

ranking for each park was determined through site visits as follows:

1. None of the facilities/park areas meet accessibility guidelines

2. Some of the facilities/park areas meet accessibility guidelines

3. Most of the facilities meet accessibility guidelines.

4. The entire park meets accessibility guidelines

5. The entire park was developed/renovated using the principals of universal design.

Local Parks and Facilities

Table 2 (at the end of this section) is an inventory of the

city’s parks and indicates the location of sites. Data

included in the table are summarized and included in the

following evaluation.

Livonia Parks and Recreation Department Archery Range (Special Use - Archery): Range

offers target shooting lanes; located on Glendale Avenue, east of Farmington Road.


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Size: 1.3 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 32710 Glendale Road Facilities: Archery Range Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is

accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Bai-Lynn Play Field (Neighborhood Park): Located on

Lyndon Street, just east of Merriman; is maintained as an

open-space mini-park.

Size: 2.2 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 31225 Lyndon Street Facilities: No facilities currently on-

site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) There are no barrier-free facilities

DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Bainbridge Park (Natural Resource Area). Undeveloped

park property with natural trails through the property; located

on Bainbridge, south of Hillbrook.

Size: 3.13 Acres

Age Groups Served: All ages

Location: 18257 Bainbridge Avenue

Facilities: No facilities currently on-site.

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1)

There are no barrier-free facilities


Beverly Park (Neighborhood Park). Park is located on

Flamingo and Pickford Roads; has two small baseball

diamonds, play structure and picnic pavilion.

Size: 8.52 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 30601 Curtis Road Facilities: 2-baseball fields, 1-pavilion, play structure Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2)

Some of the park meets accessibility guidelines.



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Bicentennial Park and Nature Preserve (Large Urban Park). Largest park property in

Livonia, includes Fox Creek Golf

Course and the Ben Celani

Recreation Area. Park is located off

of Seven Mile Road, east of

Newburgh Road. Park amenities

include a ½ mile paved walking

path, multiple baseball diamonds

(with lights and scoreboards),

soccer fields, tennis/pickleball

courts, fitness cluster area, play

equipment, comfort station and

shuffle board courts. Picnic pavilions are available near the Ben Celani Recreation Area.

Size: 232.91 Acres


Location: 36000 Seven Mile Road

Facilities: 9-baseball/softball fields, 3-baseball/softball fields (w/lights

and dugouts), comfort station, cross-country ski trails,

nature/hiking trails, nature preserve, 3-pavilions, play

equipment, 2-storage buildings, 8-soccer fields, 8-tennis courts

(2 lined for pickleball), ½ mile walking path, golf courses and

an “unofficial” sled hill. The nature trails are considered a

conservation area.

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2) Some of the facilities/park areas

meet accessibility guidelines.

DNR Recreation Grants: Project No. 26-00328 – 1972 - $257,113.52

Project No. BF90-089 – 1990 - $203,300.00

Project No. BF91-060 – 1991 - $40,125.00

Bien Park/Tiffany Park (Community Park): Located on Eckles

Road, south of Five Mile Road, park facilities include two soccer

fields and a 3/8 mile walking trail. A playground with swings was

added in 2008; with a pavilion constructed in 2012.

Size: 12.81 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 14900 Eckles Road Facilities: Play structures Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The

majority of this park is accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Bluegrass Park and Nature Preserve (Natural Resource Area): Park is located on Ladywood Drive, west of Newburgh; park has nature trails that run through the wooded areas and two tennis courts.


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Size: 47.55 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 15757 Hix Road Facilities: Tennis Courts, nature tails Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1)

The majority of this park is not accessible.


Botsford Pool (Special Use - Pool). Pool is located in

Moelke Park (on Lathers Road); is a 50 meter

swimming pool with comfort stations and changing

rooms.

Size: 4.50 Acres


Location: 19444 Lathers Street

Facilities: Swimming Pool

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) Most of the pool area meet

accessibility requirements.


Broadmoor Park (Neighborhood Park): Located on Broadmoor

Road, the neighborhood park has playground equipment and

seating areas for residents to utilize.

Size: 2.89 Acres


Location: 29036 Broadmoor

Facilities: Playground equipment and seating

areas Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The

majority of this park is accessible.


Castle Gardens Park (Neighborhood Park):

Neighborhood park located on Norman, south of Five

Mile Road; amenities include two baseball diamonds,

inline skating court and play equipment.

Size: 5.61 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 14503 Hix Road Facilities: 2-baseball/softball fields,

1-inline skating rink, play structure

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking –


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2) Some of the facilities/park areas meet accessibility requirements.


Clements Circle Park and Pool (Neighborhood Park):

Located on Harrison Road, south of Plymouth, park amenities

included playground equipment, sand volleyball courts, ½ mile

walking trail, pavilions and a newly renovated lap pool with

climbing walls, slide and a family pool.

Size: 9.35 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 9999 Harrison Road Facilities: Pavilion, play structures, storage

building, swimming pools, 4-sand volleyball courts (2 additional sand volleyball courts added in Fall 2016).

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is accessible.

DNR Recreation Grants: Project No. BF89-304 – 1989 - $27,150.00

Compton Park (Neighborhood Park): Park property

located on Lyndon Road, just east of Middlebelt Road. Park

has an inline skating rink and two baseball fields. A new

pavilion and playground equipment were installed in 2016

using CDBG funding.

Size: 10.08 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 28732 Lyndon Street Facilities: 2-baseball/softball fields, inline skating court,

pavilion and play structure Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is

accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: Project No. 26-00093 – 1966 - $20,900.67

Country Homes Park (Neighborhood Park): Located on Yale Street, south of Orangelawn; park amenities include playground equipment, tennis courts, baseball diamond and an in-line skating rink. Size: 5.73 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 10401 Yale Street Facilities: 1 baseball/softball field, in-line

skating areas, pavilion,


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playground equipment, tennis court Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2) Some of the facilities/park areas

meet accessibility guidelines. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Denmar Nature Preserve (Natural Resource Area). Undeveloped

park property with natural trails through the property; located along

Curtis, just east of Golfview.

Size: 13.81 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 35900 Curtis Street Facilities: No facilities currently on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) Park has

no barrier-free features


Devon-Aire Woods Park and Ice Arena (Neighborhood Park): Park is located on West

College and Sunset (east of Merriman); park

amenities include playground equipment, tennis

courts, in-line skating court and indoor ice rink. The

ice rink is managed by the Livonia Civic Arena.

Size: 10.71 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 9514 Sunset Street Facilities: Ice-skating, inline

skating, pavilions, play structures, 2-tennis courts. Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


Dover Park (Neighborhood Park): Undeveloped park

property on Adams Street, north of Dover.

Size: 5.03 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 9101 Adams Facilities: No facilities currently

on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking –

1) There are no barrier-free facilities DNR Recreation Grants: N/A


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Elliott Tot Lot (Mini-Park): Undeveloped park property on Hartel Court and Camden.

Size: 0.40 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 10076 Hartel Court Facilities: No facilities currently

on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking

– 1) There are no barrier-free facilities


Elm Park (Neighborhood Park): Located on Capitol Road at Caldwell. Park has playground equipment with picnic tables/picnic area. Size: 3.68 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 12203 Capitol Road Facilities: Play structures Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of

this park is accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Fairway Park (Natural Resource Area). Undeveloped park

property located on Westbrook; near the Idyl Wyld Golf

Course.

Size: 16.16 Acres


Location: 15902 Levan

Facilities: No facilities on-site

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1)

There are no barrier-free

facilities


Ford Field and Eddie Edgar Ice Arena (Community Park): Located at Farmington and

Lyndon Roads, sports complex has baseball diamonds, comfort stations, ice arena and storage buildings.

Size: 35.46 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 14821 Farmington (Field) 33841 Lyndon Road

(Arena) Facilities: 7-baseball/softball fields,

comfort stations, storage building


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Fox Creek Golf Course: Golf course was built

in 1988; located on Seven Mile Road east of

Newburgh Road. Course is located within

Bicentennial Park

Size: 133.00 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 36000 Seven Mile

Road Facilities: 18-hole golf course with clubhouse Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


Gaylord Tot Lot (Mini-Park): Undeveloped park

property on Gaylord Court.

Size: 1.12 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 29660 Gaylord Court Facilities: No facilities currently on-

site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking –

1) The majority of this park is not accessible.


Gold Manor Park (Natural Resource Area). Undeveloped park

property located on Curtis and Comstock; natural trail runs

through property.

Size: 8.47 Acres


Location: 36646 Curtis Road

Facilities: No facilities currently on-site

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) Park has no

barrier-free features


Golfview Nature Preserve (Natural Resource Area): Undeveloped park

property located off of Hidden Lane, north of Five Mile Road.

Size: 9.55 Acres


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Location: Located off of State Road in a residential area.

Facilities: No facilities currently on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) There are no barrier-free facilities


Grandview Nature Preserve (Nature Resource Area)

Neighborhood Park on Melvin Street, north of Seven Mile Road. Nature

preserve area with trails through the wooded area for hiking and

walking. Park is immediately west of Grandview Elementary School.

Size: 5.10 Acres


Location: 20000 Melvin Street

Facilities: No facilities

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking - 1) This facility

has no barrier free features.


Greenbriar Nature Preserve (Natural Resource Area): Undeveloped

property along Lyndon, east of Yale Street.

Size: 19.53 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 35200 Lyndon Street Facilities: No facilities currently on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) There are no

barrier-free facilities DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Greenmead Historical Site: (Regional Park). The

historical village includes the 1820’s homestead of

Joshua Simmons. The property is available for rental

by community members. There are also nature trails

that run around the site. The property also contains a

community garden. Also on site, there are

recreational fields.

Size: 100.9 Acres


Location: 20301 Newburgh

Street

Facilities: Historical Buildings, 2-

soccer fields, nature path/trails, comfort station

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2) Some of the facilities/park areas



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Greenwood Park (Neighborhood Park): Park is located on

Hix road, north of Five Mile Road. Amenities at the park

include play structures and seating areas for community

residents. Park has a tributary of the Rouge River that runs

through the park.

Size: 8.82 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 15503 Blue Skies Road Facilities: Play structures Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


Grennada Park (Neighborhood Park): Undeveloped

park property with no amenities on site; park located on

Knolson and Summers.

Size: 5.53 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 14121 Knolson Street Facilities: No facilities currently on-

site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1)

There are no barrier-free facilities DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Harry Wolf Tot Lot (Mini-Park): Park is located on

Auburndale and Elsie Road; includes a play structure

and tennis courts.

Size: 0.13 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 15068 Auburndale Road Facilities: Play structures and tennis

court Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


Hearthstone Nature Preserve (Nature Resource Area): Nature/Community Park property

with the Upper Rouge River going through the property. Located on Brentwood, south of

Eight Mile Road. Park property has not been totally developed; there are nature paths

through the wooded area.


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Size: 22.42 Acres

Age Groups Served: All ages.

Location: 20472 Brentwood Street

Facilities: Nature Preseve; no on-site facilities

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2) Some of

the facilities/park areas meet

accessibility guidelines.


Helman Park and Nature Preserve (Natural Resource Area).

Undeveloped park property with natural trails through the

property; located along Curtis, west of Farmington Road.

Size: 53.48 Acre




Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) There

are no barrier free facilities at this

park.

DNR Recreation Grants: *There is a pending Recreation Passport Grant for a pedestrian

bridge as a connector in the “Bike-Walk Livonia” project.

Hillcrest Park (Neighborhood Park): Park is located off of Sunset

Street, north of Seven Mile Road. Park has play structures and seating

area for patrons.

Size: 14.92 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 19575 Sunset Street Facilities: Playground equipment Accessibility: Accessiblity ranking – 1) Facility has no

barrier-free features DNR Recreation Grants: Project No. 26-00195 – 1970 - $45,000.00

Idyl Wyld Golf Course: Golf course was

developed in 1926; is located on Five Mile Road,

just east of Levan Road. Other amenities include

cross-country ski trails.

Size: 100.76 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 35780 Five Mile

Road Facilities: 18-hole golf course


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with clubhouse and cross-country skiing trail Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center (Community Park): Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center

(formally the Livonia Community Recreation Center) was built in 2003, located at the intersection of Five Mile and Hubbard Roads. Facility includes two multi-purpose pools, two gyms, two multi-activity courts, fitness rooms, indoor track, climbing walls, aerobics room, party rooms, outdoor skateboard park, two sand volleyball courts, pavilion, ½ mile walking path, inline hockey rink and outdoor splash pad. Property was a part of a property swap between the city and Livonia Public Schools. Size: 17.25 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 15100 Hubbard Street Facilities: Concert Site, inline skating court, pavilion, play structures,

pickeball court, skateboard park, storage building, 3-swimming pools, 4-soccer fields, 2 sand volleyball courts, ½ mile walking path, indoor basketball courts, climbing walls, aerobics room

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 4) The entire park meets accessibility guidelines.

DNR Recreation Grants: Project No. CM00-014 – 2000 - $500,000.00

Livonia Jaycee Park (Community Park): Located on Mayfield, south of Eight Mile Road

with play structures, picnic table, 6 soccer fields (one

of which is synthetic turf)

Size: 56.27 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 32500 Pembroke Street Facilities: Playground equipment,

soccer fields and picnic area.

Accessibility: Accessiblity ranking – 2)

Some of the facilities/park areas meet accessibility guidelines.

DNR Recreation Grants: N/A John F. Dooley Park (Neighborhood Park): Park amenities

include playground equipment, paved path, pavilion and two


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ball fields. Park location is on Harrison Road, south of Lyndon Road.

Size: 9.36 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 14300 Harrison Road Facilities: 2-baseball/softball fields, pavilion, play structures Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


John Stymelski / Veteran’s Park (Community Park):

Park property located on stark Road, south of Lyndon.

Park amenities include picnic pavilion, play

equipment and four sand volleyball courts. Property is

currently leased from the Livonia Public Schools as a

community park.

Size: 18.89 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 14407 Stark Road Facilities: Park pavilions, play

structure, 4-sand volleyball courts Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is

accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: Project No. BF91-060 – 1991 - $40,125.00

Kleinert Park (Neighborhood Park): Park is located on

Orangelawn, near Fairfield; amenities include a small

baseball field (suitable for t-ball or coach pitch).

Size: 2.75 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 32401 Orangelawn Street Facilities: 2-baseball/softball fields and

pavilions Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The

majority of this park is accessible.


Laurel South Park (Natural Resource Area): Undeveloped

property between I-275 and a resident community. No facilities

are on-site.

Size: 7.12 acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: Between I-275


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Facilities: No facilities currently on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) There are no barrier-free facilities DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Linden Wood Park (Natural Resource Area): Undeveloped

park property on Wilshire, east of Newburgh Road. Size: 1.27 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 8985 Wilshire Road Facilities: No facilities currently on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1)



Madonna Nature Preserve (Neighborhood Park):

Undeveloped property along Lyndon Street, east of

Yale.

Size: 13.13 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 35793 Lyndon Street Facilities: No facilities currently

on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking

– 1) No barrier-free facilities on-site.


Meadows Park (Neighborhood Park): Small,

Neighborhood Park located on Curtis Road, west of

Inkster Road. Park has playground equipment and

picnic areas.

Size: 4.0 Acres



Facilities: Play equipment, picnic area Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2)

Some facilities are accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Mies (Rosedale) Park (Neighborhood Park): Located on

West Chicago, off of Merriman Road; park amenities include

a baseball field, pavilion, playground equipment, soccer

fields, sand volleyball courts and ¾ mile walking path.


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Size: 5.10 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 32305 W. Chicago Street Facilities: Baseball/softball field, pavilions, play structure, soccer field,

sand volleyball court, ¾-mile walking trail. Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is

accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: Project No. BF89-177 – 1989 - $16,875.00

Moelke Park (Neighborhood Park): Located on Lathers

Road along the Upper Rouge River with baseball/softball

fields and play structures. Botsford Pool is also on the park

property.

Size: 14.54 Acres


Location: 19444 Lathers Street

Facilities: 2 baseball/softball fields, play structures, Botsford Pool

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking 1) This facility has no barrier free

features.


Robert F. Nash Park (Neighborhood Park): Park is located on

Henry Ruff Road, south of Five Mile Road; park has play

equipment, two tennis courts, outdoor ice skating rink, inline

skating rink and a small ball diamond.

Size: 16.47 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 14800 Henry Ruff Road Facilities: 1-baseball/softball field, inline

skating court, play structures, 2-tennis courts



Larry Nehasil Park (Neighborhood Park): Park is located

on the south side of Five Mile Road (east of Farmington

Road). Park is where many community events occur such

as “Music from the Heart”. There is also a memorial on

site. During events, portable comfort stations are available

for use.

Size: 5.0 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 33223 Five Mile Road


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Facilities: Concert site, memorial Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


Nottingham West Park (Natural Resource Area).

Undeveloped park property with natural trails through the

property; located along Gardner, west of Wayne Road.

Size: 3.45 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 35457 Gardner Street Facilities: No facilities currently on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) None

of the facilities meet accessibility requirements.


Park Site AA/City Park (Natural Resource Area):

Undeveloped park property on Plymouth and Newburgh Roads. Size: 4.0 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 9400 Stonehoues Road Facilities: No facilities currently on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1)

There are no barrier-free facilities DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Parkview Park (Natural Resource Area): Undeveloped

park property located on Curtis, south of Seven Mile

Size: 14.6 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 29400 Curtis Road Facilities: No facilities currently on-

site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1)



Pastor Park (Neighborhood Park): Park property is

located on Lyndon, west of Merriman Road; play

structures are available on-site.

Size: 3.67 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages


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Location: 32255 Lyndon Street Facilities: Play structures Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of


Prides Court Park (Natural Resource Area). Undeveloped park property

located on Margareta Drive. Currently categorized as a natural resource

area.

Size: 1.78 Acres


Location: 37925 Margareta Drive



1) Park has no barrier-

free features.


Quakertown Park and Nature Preserve (Neighborhood Park): Neighborhood Park in Livonia located on Penn and Stacey Road. Includes play structures and seating areas for community residents.

Size: 3.05 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 16493 Penn Road Facilities: Play structures Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3)

The majority of this park is accessible.


Robert McCann Park (Neighborhood Park): Park located

on Levan, north of Five Mile Road. Park has four small

baseball diamonds (suitable for T-Ball) and one soccer field. Size: 9.22 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 16285 Levan Road Facilities: 4-baseball/softball fields, 1-soccer field Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of this park is


Rotary Park and Nature Preserve (Large Urban Park). Another large park located off of

Six Mile Road, near Hubbard. The Livonia Rotary Club continues to enhance the appearance


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and quality of the park. Site amenities include picnic pavilions, comfort stations, volleyball

courts, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, horseshoe pits, bocce

ball courts, fitness area, play equipment, and a

garage/maintenance building. The park in the past 10 years had

an ½ mile paved walking trail included in the park.

Size: 195.92 Acres Age Groups Served: All Ages Location: 32300 Six Mile Road. Facilities: 4-baseball/softball fields,

comfort station, cross-country ski trails, nature/hiking trails, 5-pavilions, play equipment, storage/maintenance building, 6-tennis courts, 2-volleyball courts, ½ mile walking path.



Sesquicentennial Park (Mini-Park): Park located on the

corner of Plymouth and Inkster Roads; no structures on site.

Gateway park to the city of Livonia.

Size: 0.61 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 27441 Plymouth Road Facilities: No facilities on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) There are no barrier-free facilities DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Shelden Park and Pool (Community Park):

Located on Van Court, near Plymouth and

Farmington Roads, the park includes eight tennis

courts, playground equipment, pavilion area, soccer

fields, baseball diamonds and a 25-meter swimming

pool with comfort station.

Size: 21.11 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 33123 Van Court

Avenue Facilities: 3-baseball/softball fields, comfort station, pavilion, playground

equipment, pickleball court, swimming pool, soccer fields, 8-tennis courts




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Sunset Park (Natural Resource Area): Undeveloped

park property with natural trails throughout the property;

located on Brookview, east of Stamwich.

Size: 15.58 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 30105 Curtis Road Facilities: No facilities currently on-

site. Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1) There are no barrier-free facilities


Tennis Courts (Mini Park): Park located on Five Mile Road; has two

tennis courts and one inline skating rink.

Size: 1.37 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 37801 Five Mile Road Facilities: 2-tennis courts, 1-inline skating rink Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority of


Veteran’s Memorial Plaza (Special Use): A special use plaza area located on the corner of

Five Mile and Farmington Road. Memorial Plaza includes a veteran’s memorial wall and

monument.

Size: 0.24 Acres

Age Groups Served: All Ages

Location: 33012 Five Mile Road

Facilities: Veteran’s Memorial

located on-site Accessibility: Accessibility ranking –

4) The entire park meets accessibility requirements.


Wayne-Six Park (Natural Resource Area). Located on

Six Mile and Wayne Roads; currently a vacant

property with no facilities on-site

Size: 4.85 Acres


Location: 16870 Wayne Road


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Facilities: No facilities on-site

Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 1). None of the facilities/ park areas



Whispering Willows Golf Course: Gold course was

developed in 1965; located on Eight Mile Road, just

east of Newburgh Road. Other amenities are an on-site

restaurant.

Size: 129.30 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 20500 Newburgh Road Facilities: 18-hole golf course with clubhouse and cross country skiing

trails Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2) Some of the site meets accessibility

guidelines. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Wilson Acres Park (Neighborhood Park): Located on Floral

Street, north of Joy Road; park amenities include playground

equipment, tennis courts and baseball diamond.

Size: 3.75 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 8987 Floral Road Facilities: Baseball/softball fields, play

structures, 2- tennis courts Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 3) The majority

of this park is accessible. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A

Wilson Barn Historic Site (Neighborhood Park): Historical site is a

national historical site, located on West Chicago and Middlebelt

Roads. The barn on site is usually rented out for programming and

various other activities with support from Friends of Wilson Barn.

Size: 6.23 Acres Age Groups Served: All ages Location: 29350 West Chicago Road Facilities: Historical Site, soccer field Accessibility: Accessibility ranking – 2) Some of the facilities meet

accessibility guidelines. DNR Recreation Grants: N/A


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Windridge Nature Preserve (Natural Resource Area). Located on Eight Mile Road (East of

Gill Road), site is a natural preserve with no major buildings on site. Site has a shredded bark

mulch trail that runs through the wooded area.

Size: 13.21 Acres

Age Groups Served: All ages.

Location: 34365 Eight Mile Road

Facilities: No recreational facilities

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Archery Range 1.30 27

Bai-Lynn Play Field 2.20 23

Bainbridge Park 3.13 11

Beverly Park 8.52 2 11

Bicentennial Park & Nature Preserve 99.90 9 3 8 8 5

Bien Park (Tiffany Park) 12.81 19

Bluegrass Park & Nature Preserve 47.55 2 18

Botsford Pool - 1

Broadmoor Park 2.89 13

Castle Gardens Park 5.61 2 19

Clements Circle Park & Pool 9.35 22

Compton Park 10.08 2 24

Country Homes Park 5.73 32

Denmar Park Nature Preserve 13.81 14

Devon-Aire Park/Ice Arena 10.71 35

Dover Park 5.03 31

Elliot Tot Lot 0.40 36

Elm Park 3.68 25

Fairway Park 16.16 17

Ford Field & Eddie Edgar Ice Arena 35.46 7 21

Fox Creek Golf Course 133.00 5

Gaylord Tot Lot 1.12 23

Gold Manor Park 8.47 8


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Golfview Park Nature Preserve 9.55 14

Grandview Nature Preserve 5.10 2

Greenbriar Park Nature Preserve 19.53 21

Greenmead Historical Site 100.09 2 6

Greenwood Park 8.82 18

Grennada Park 5.53 19

Harry Wolf Tot Lot 0.31 22

Hearthstone Park 22.42 1

Helman Park & nature Preserve 53.48 9

Hillcrest Park 14.92 2

Idyl Wyld Golf Course 100.76 17

Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center

(Livonia Community Recreation Center) 17.25

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Livonia Jaycee Park 56.27 6 3

John F. Dooley Park 9.36 2 24

John Stymeski Veteran’s Park 18.89 4 21

Kleinart Play Field 2.75 2 34

Laurel South Park 7.12 18

Linden Wood Park 1.27 32

Madonna Park Nature Preserve 13.13 20

Meadows Park 4.00 12

Mies Park 5.10 1 34

Moelke Park 14.54 2 1

Nash Park (Algonquin) 16.47 2 23

Nehasil Park (Civic Center Park) 5.00 22

Nottingham West Park 3.45 8

Park Site AA 4.00 31

Parkview Park 14.60 12

Pastor Park 3.67 22

Prides Court Park 1.78 7

Quakertown Park & Nature Preserve 3.05 18

Robert E. McCann Park 9.22 4 17

Rotary Park & Nature Preserve 195.92 4 5 6 2 10

Sesquicentennial Park 0.61 36

Sheldon Park & Pool 21.11 3 8 34

Sunset Park 15.48 11

Tennis Courts 1.37 2 19

Veteran’s Memorial Plaza 0.24 15


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Wayne-Six Park 4.85 16

Whispering Willows Golf Course 129.30 5

Wilson Acres Park 3.75 1 2 36

Wilson Barn 6.23 36

Windbridge Nature Preserve 13.21 4

TOTAL ACRES 1,380.41


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Map 4 – Existing Parks and School Facilities Map


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School Facilities:

The City of Livonia’s children are served by two school districts and five parochial schools.

Clarenceville School District and Livonia Public Schools are the primary school districts in the

city. Although priority use is given to school programs, they are widely used by athletic

organizations and residents and for office space; which makes it necessary to incorporate them

into the plan analysis.

Livonia Public Schools:

Buchanan Elementary School

Cass Elementary School

Cleveland Elementary School

Coolidge Elementary School

Garfield Elementary School

Grant Elementary School

Hayes Elementary School

Hoover Elementary School

Kennedy Elementary School

Niki-Iro Japanese Immersion Elementary

School

Randolph Elementary School

Rosedale Elementary School

Webster Elementary School

Cooper Upper-Elementary School

Johnson Upper-Elementary School

Riley Upper-Elementary School

Emerson Middle School

Frost Middle School

Holmes Middle School

Churchill High School

Franklin High School

Stevenson High School

Livonia Career Technical Center

Western Wayne Skill Center

Clarenceville School District:

Grandview Elementary School

Botsford Elementary School

Clarenceville Middle School

Clarenceville High School

Private Schools:

Ladywood High School

St. Edith Catholic School

St. Genevieve Catholic School

St. Michael Catholic School

St. Pauls Lutheran School


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Regional Recreation Facilities and Parks

Regional recreational facilities offer unique natural features that are particularly suited for

outdoor recreation, such as viewing and studying nature, wildlife habitats, fishing, boating,

hiking and trail use. Many also include active play areas. Some of these locales are readily

available and within driving distance to the residents of Livonia. Many are made available

through the Wayne County Parks; others through the State of Michigan DNR.

Michigan State Parks: There are a number of Michigan State Parks that provide recreational opportunities to residents

to Livonia and the Greater Detroit region such as:

Belle Isle Park, Detroit

William G. Milliken State Park and

Harbor

Proud Lake Recreation Area, Wixom

Dodge #4 State Park, Waterford

Maybury State Park, Northville

Pontiac Lake Recreation Area,

Pontiac

Pinckney Recreation Area, Pinchney

Brighton Recreation Area, Howell

These state facilities provide a variety of activities including camping, picnicking, swimming,

hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, cross-country skiing and mountain biking.

Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority: The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority (HCMA) is a regional park district that encompasses

the counties of Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw and Livingston. Since its inception in

1940, the HCMA has obtained over 20,000 acres of park land, all located in the metro Detroit

region. These parks include:

Delhi Metropark, Ann Arbor

Hudson Mills Metropark, Dexter

Indian Springs Metropark,

White Lake

Kensingston Metropark, Milford

Lake Erie Metropark,

Brownstown City

Lake St. Clair Metropark,

Harrison Township

Lower Huron Metropark, Belleville

Oakwoods Metropark, New Boston

Stoneycreek Metropark, Shelby City

Willow Metropark, New Boston

Wolcott Metropark, Ray

Dexter-Huron Metropark, Dexter

Huron Mead. Metropark, Brighton

Wayne County Parks: The Wayne County Park System is another regional system with a number of facilities located

within around Livonia; all of these parks are a part of the Hines Park area. While these parks are

within the vicinity of Livonia, all the Wayne County Parks are accessible to Wayne County

residents.


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Oak Grove

Includes a picnic area with hiking trials and bike paths accessible from

the Ann Arbor Trail off of Hines Drive. On-site, there are no restroom

facilities available; area is highly suitable for birdwatching and nature

walks.

Levan Knoll

Located along Hines Drive; park amenities include baseball/softball

diamonds, picnic areas and walking trails. Site also includes a comfort

station that sits along the hill off of Hines Drive.

Newburgh Pointe

Located on the shores of Newburgh Lake; park includes a 152 acre lake

with various types of fish. Site includes a comfort station with a canoe

concession area and fishing dock. Also in the park, there is a bike path

that crosses the site and connects to the I-275 bike path.

In addition, there are other county parks that are located within a short distance from Livonia

which provides athletic fields, golf courses, swimming pools, trails, playgrounds and picnic

shelters.

Gunsolly Mills, Plymouth

Haggerty Park, Plymouth Twp.

Maple Grove, Westland

Merriman Hollow, Westland

Nankin Mills, Westland

Nolar Bend, Dearborn Heights

Northville Rec. Area, Northville

Parkland, Dearborn Heights

Parr Rec. Area, Dearborn Heights

Perrin Field, Westland

Sherwood, Westland

Valley View, Westland

Wallaceville, Dearborn Heights

Warrendale, Dearborn Heights

Elm Grove, Westland

Cass Benton, Northville Twp.

Waterford Bend, Northville Twp.

Wilcox Lake, Plymouth Twp.

Wayne Co. Family Aquatic Center

Warren Valley Golf Course,

Dearborn Heights

Inkster Valley Golf Course, Inkster

Bell Creek, Redford

Hawthorne Ridge, Westland

Helms Haven, Dearborn Heights

Local Facilities:

While Livonia has numerous space and programming, other communities outside of the city also

offer recreational opportunities that many of the residents of Livonia participate in. Some of the

parks that are located just outside of Livonia’s city limits include:

Rotary Park, Westland

Tattan Park, Westland

Colburn Park, Westland

Beach Field, Redford Twp.


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Korvette Park, Redford Twp.

Township Park,

Plymouth Twp.

Cady and Community Park

Dog Parks, Northville

Ford Field, Northville

Coldwater Springs

Nature Area, Northville

Fish Hatchery

Park, Northville

Henningsen Park, Northville

Millennium Park, Northville

Mill Race Village, Northville

Northville Community Park,

Northville

Sheldon Rd. Park, Northville

Veteran’s Mem. at Waterford

Woods, Northville

Thayer’s Corner Nature Area,

Northville

Northville Comm.

Center, Northville

Recreation Center at Hillside,

Northville

Cabbagetown Park,

Northville

Private Parks and Facilities:

Several privately owned recreation facilities located within or near Livonia address recreation

needs of the community that are not necessarily offered by the city. Although these facilities are

privately operated and often have a user fee or require membership, they were considered in the

plan analysis because they meet specific community needs. Private facilities include:

Bowling Alleys: Merri Bowl Lanes, Woodland Lanes, Community Bowling Center.

Dance: Debbie Felton’s Academy of Dance, Bunny Sanford’s School of Dance,

Deborah Chase School of Dance, Dance Innovations, Metro Cheer and Dance, Miss

Jean’s Dance Arts, Get It Girl Dance & Fitness, Arden Academy of Irish Dance, 5678

Dance Center & Academy, Dance World

Fitness Club: LA Fitness, Planet Fitness, Curves for Women, Fit Zone For

Women, Anytime Fitness, YMCA, Tone ‘N Shape Fitness, Crossfit North Industry/8

Mile, Body Rocks Fitness & Racquet, Livonia Yoga Center, Mash Gym

Golf Courses: Western Golf and Country Club, Bushwood Golf Course, Glenhurt

Golf Course, Beech Woods Golf Course, Rouge Park Golf Course, Farmington Hills

Golf Club, St John’s Golf Club

Martial Arts: World Class Institute of Martial Arts, Dragon Academy of Martial

Arts, United Martial Arts & United Tae Kwon Do, United Martial Arts Association, Inc.,

All Star Karate School, Champion Martial Arts, Michigan Martial Arts, Martial Arts

USA, Kim’s Sports Martial Arts, Extreme Isshinryu Karate, Kil’s Tae Kwon DO,

Guardian Martial Arts & Fitness, Ars Gladii, Metro United Martial Arts

Miscellaneous Facilities: Burton Hollow Swim & Racquet, Newburgh Swim Club and

Caste Gardens Swim Club, Fairway Farms Swim & tennis Club.


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City Recreation Programs: Numerous recreation programs and activities are offered through the Livonia Parks and

Recreation Department. An understanding of these activities and events currently offered by the

city will help in identifying unmet programming needs. Programs are offered year-round with

special recreational activities occurring seasonal. The programs are broken down into Special

events, Youth, Sports, Leisure, Camps and Senior Programs. The Parks and Recreation

Department produces an online E-booklet detailing program offering and also provide

information at Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center.

Special Events: The Parks and Recreation Department sponsors special events throughout the year that often

relate to a season or holiday. The following is a list of some events planned through the year:

Dive In Movie Night

Hunter Safety Course

Bunny Bunch

Egg Hunt

Take Pride in Livonia Day

Pitch, Hit and Run

Livonia Civic Chorus

River Rouge Rescue Day

Pumpkin Fest and Haunted Barn

Kirksey Recreation Center Open

House (Spring and Fall)

Memorial Day Ceremony

Music From The Heart

Run 2 Save Our Youth

Kids Night Out

Park It! – Family Fun Nights in the

Park

Punt, Pass and Kick

Parks, Performances & Play

Youth Programs: The Livonia Parks and Recreation Department designs special activities for the youth of the

community that is engaging and inclusive for the entire community. Youth programs are

designed for children ranging from preschool age through teenagers such as:

Teens in Training Part I

Teens in Training Part II

Boot Camp Fitness

Ultimate Challenge Workout

Aqua Infants

Aqua Tots

Parent Preschool

Beginners/Advanced Basketball

Water Basics

Gymnastics

Youth Swim Lessons

FunStart Tennis

Volleyball Clinic

T-Ball

Soccer

Sports Programs: In conjunction with various local sports groups, sports programming are offered based on interest

in the community. The following is a summarized list of the types of programs offered through

the Livonia Parks and Recreation Department:

Therapeutic Recreation Basketball Leagues


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Softball

Archery

Livonia Soccer Organizations

Livonia Storm – Girls Competitive

Softball

Livonia Junior Athletic League

Climbing Wall Classes

Aquatic Personal Training

Small Group Sports Training

Martial Arts

Ice Hockey Leagues

Leisure Programs: These programs are designed to provide continuing education, teach new skills and are just for

fun. The following is a summarized list of leisure programs offered in the city.

2’s On the Move

Fun 2 B-Fit

LOCO! – Motion

Classical Pre-Ballet

Mommy & Me – Movin’ & Groovin’

Tap/Jazz Combo Class

Music With Joy

Cartooning Workshop

Camp Programs: During the summer months when youth are out of school, Livonia works to establish summer

camp programming for school age youth. These programs are available from late June until mid-

August for a fee. Some of those programs include:

Volleyball Skills & Scrimmage Camp

Pretty Princess Ballet Camp

Pewabic Story Explorers Camp

Mini-Swoosh Camp

Camp Swoosh

Pistons Academy Camp

DSA Soccer Camp

Senior Programs: Livonia continues to provide programing specifically designed to serve the senior citizens of the

community. Working with the Livonia Civic Park Senior Center, residents are able to utilize the

Kirksey Recreation Center. Other programs that are available for seniors include:

Livonia Wood Carvers

Hunter Safety Courses

Adult Water Exercise Classes

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PLANNING PROCESS

The City of Livonia’s Parks and Recreation Department and Recreation Commission directed the

update for this Five Year Recreation master Plan for the purpose of providing a guide for future

facility improvements, program enhancements and funding sources through the Michigan

Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) for the community. The planning process resulted in

a plan that reflects the needs and ideas of those who are residents of the city. The following

process is explained below:

Community Description – The process began with an analysis of the city by

providing physical and social characteristics. Some of the components included

information about transportation alternatives, population, natural features, administrative

structure, budget and organizational chart for the Parks and Recreation Department.

Recreation Inventory – The City of Livonia currently operates/owns over 60 park

properties (36 developed and 24 undeveloped). The recreation inventory took into

consideration all facilities that are available in the city for recreational activities. Also, a

list of private businesses that provide recreational programming, neighboring community

facilities, state parks, Wayne County Parks and other locations in the surrounding area

that provides recreational opportunities for residents. Livonia also operates programming

from its Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center (formally the Livonia Community Recreation

Center); programs are listed in the City Recreation Programs.

Public Participation – City staff solicited input from stakeholders and the public

through survey forms issued from June 29, 2016 to September 16, 2016 at the Jack E.

Kirksey Recreation Center front desk and various programs. Feedback was also solicited

from social media and direct mail. The results were used to formulate draft goals and

objectives. The draft plan was presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission for

review prior to posting for a 30 day public review of the document. A public hearing will

be scheduled prior to adoption.

Analysis – The survey question format is included in the appendix along with complete

responses from the survey. The summary of the public input form the survey is included

in the following section of the plan.

Action Plan – After the completion of the analysis and the goals and objectives, the

action plan was developed. The action plan lists the various projects necessary based on

the input from the residents. After the action plan was developed the full draft plan was

presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission on November 2, 2016.

Plan Completion & Adoption – Following the presentation and review it will be

advertised and available for public comment for 30-days from November 2nd

until

December 2nd

. After addressing public comments, the plan will be reviewed and

approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission on December 7th

, followed by a

presentation before the Livonia City Council on _______________.


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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

A total of 276 surveys were completed. 98% of those that took the survey were city residents,

while 2% lived out of town or are visitor to the Livonia Parks and Recreation system.

One of the questions on the survey asked which city park was your favorite. The top five parks

were in order Rotary Park & Nature Preserve, Bicentennial Park & Nature Preserve, Jack E.

Kirksey Recreation Center, Mies Park, and Greenmead Historical Site. Below are the many

different reasons why people find that part to be their favorite park.

Bicentennial Park & Nature Preserve

•Location/Closeness

•Wide variety of activities/facilities/fields and courts

•The trails and walking paths within the park

•Good playground equipment area

•Has something for almost everyone, lots of activities for all ages

•Size of the park

•Enjoy the Park Run event

•Nature preserve area

•Park is maintained and clean

Rotary Park & Nature Preserve

•The trails and walking paths within the park

•Has something for almost everyone, lots of activities for all ages


•Good playground equipment area

•Wide variety of activities/facilities/pavilions/fields and courts

•Nature preserve area

•Size of the park

•Park is maintained and clean



•Water features for the kids

•Good pool area

•Good fitness equipment

•Large variety of indoor and outdoor activities/classes year-round

•Safe environment

•Reasonable cost for entry


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As previously mentioned there are many different amenities and facilities offered through the

City of Livonia Parks and Recreation System. Residents and visitors felt that the public parks

and recreation facilities are extremely important (72%), somewhat important (25%), and neutral

(3%) to their quality of life. The overwhelming majority of the respondents felt this is important

to their quality of life. For the community, there are many different improvements that can be

made to the park system; therefore, the survey asked to prioritize different topics. The different

items were ranked 1-5, where 5 is very high priority down to very low priority is 0. The top three

highest priorities were the maintenance of existing park facilities, local bike routes and walking

paths, and maintaining public open space/natural areas. The three lowest priority projects

included Dog Park, amphitheater, and summer camps/playground programs.

Greenmead Historical Site

•Unique place with lots of historic charm

•Lots of great festivals/events/flea market

•Beautiful buildings, paths, and gardens

Mies Park

•The trails and walking paths


•Lots of different activities/facilities/fields and courts

•Good playground structure

•Love the shady areas in the park

•Like the size of the large park

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100

150

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Priority to: Maintenceof existing park

facilities

Priority to: Local bikeroutes and walking

paths

Priority to:Maintaining public

open space / naturalareas

Priority to: Local parkimprovements

(playgrounds, fields,etc)

1 2 3 4 5


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Priority to: Special Events(Concerts, Park-IT, Holiday

Events)

Priority to: Summer Camps/Playground Programs

Priority to: Youth Programs

1 2 3 4 5

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300

Priority to:Amphitheater

Priority to: Dog Park Priority to: Educationprograms (health,environment, etc)

Priority to: Programsencouraging active

living (walking groups,etc)

1 2 3 4 5


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One of the parks directly targeted is the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center, to see what other

amenities they would like. Below is a wordle of the variety of suggestions as improvements to

the recreation center. Some of the top responses include no other changes to the facility because

there is so much to do, evening classes/activities for adults and children, more preteen and teen

classes/activities, free rate for classes to members, the cost, and new weight lifting material.


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Additional recreation offerings or programs are diagramed below in a wordle. The some of the

top responses included bike paths, splash pad, outdoor activities, more playground equipment,

and outdoor events. The direct response of all of the survey is included in the appendix.


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BASIS FOR ACTION PLAN

The proceeding sections of the recreation plan provided information into the current operations

and development of park properties in Livonia. The basis for the Action Plan is meant to

evaluate the information collected to summarize the needs and priorities for the existing and

future park properties within the city.

The purpose of this Parks and Recreation Master Plan is to identify needs and establish priorities

for implementation. The overall goal is to guide decisions on future investments to ensure the

recreation system is improved and continues to be an asset to the community. This process

occurs every five years. It poises the community to proactively respond to needs.

Actions are described in this section of the plan based on the planning process and goals and

objectives developed from:

On-site observations and discussions with users

Physical evaluation of each park and recreational facility

Analysis of community demographics

Interviews with recreation staff

Interaction with community members and leadership

Surveys of citizens and recreation providers

Existing master/action plans

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Since completion of the last 5 year parks and recreation plan some of the key actions that took

place based on previous planning efforts included:

The establishment of a partnership with St Mary Mercy Hospital to provide support for

active recreation needs supporting active living and quality of life benefits within Livonia

Pathway and pavilion construction at Dooley Park

New playground at Compton Park

Pool renovation at Clement Circle Park

Pending grant application for pedestrian bridge at Helman Park to implement Bike Walk

Livonia plan

Expanded parking lot at Botsford Pool

Bien Park Picnic Pavilion, play structure and paved path with parking

Numerous backstop and dugout replacements throughout the park system

350 light fixtures upgraded to LED

25 new cardio pieces per year

The following recommendations are made for improvements over the next 5 years. Social and

economic conditions are changing rapidly. An improvement which was clearly necessary at one

point in time may lose its priority due to unpredicted changes in conditions. Likewise, a project

may have to be elevated in priority staging because of other unforeseen circumstances. The

implementation program will require continual updating to assure that needs are being met and


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that public and private resources are being wisely invested. Action items are not listed in priority

order:

Goal 1: Build on the success and opportunities within existing facilities to provide quality of life

benefits for City of Livonia residents.

Develop, update and activate tiered land management plans for each park.

Support staff training to sustain best management practices within the park system.

Conduct a study to provide recommendations for consolidation of park properties and

strategy for managing the declining school demographics and potential opportunities

that meet the highest and best needs of the City of Livonia Parks and Recreation.

Department and the community.

Evaluate potential Dog Park location at a location that minimizes issues with noise,

adjacent land use.

Evaluate replacement or re-purposing of Sheldon Pool based on proximity to the

newly refurbished Clement Circle pool.

Goal 2: Pursue funding sources and develop partnerships and advocates to manage park needs.

Identify potential parks and recreation projects that meet criteria established by the

Healthy Livonia Steering Committee

Continue active involvement and representation on the St Mary Mercy Hospital advisory

committee

Continue collaboration with Wolves and Hawkes organization

Work with Schoolcraft Community College to relieve pressure for soccer field demand

through use of indoor fields, providing opportunity for other use at Jaycee Park.

Work with developers to create an endowment fund for recreation funded through

partnership, lease or sale of existing recreation property as deemed appropriate by the

City of Livonia. A process for evaluating proposals will also be needed (impacts on

previous grants, future grants, etc)

Goal 3: Increase awareness / use of park facilities and programs

Identify viable winter season outdoor recreation opportunities (a designated sledding hill,

synthetic ice rink, etc)

Utilize DNR programs such as REC 101 to run programs and promote the park through

the state website.

Identify target age groups, locations and system to try a model program for a mobile

workshop (crafts, bubble soccer, etc)

Goal 4: Support green initiatives, active living, and accessibility to recreation.

Explore a recycling programs within park facilities.


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Coordinate with City Planning Department to implement phases of the Bike Walk

Livonia Plan such as:

- Completing loop connection to I-275 via Hines Drive Bike Path and Curtis Road north

- Completing connection to Rotary Park

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The following statements should guide the action plan based on opportunities and conditions

over the next five years. For some issues, further investigations may be needed to best define

specific actions. Many goals will need additional funding to make them a reality and this

process identifies a need to pursue opportunities as they are available.

The following goal statement and objectives are recommended to drive the focus for the City of

Livonia Parks and Recreation Department.

Goal 1: Build on the success and opportunities within existing facilities to provide quality

of life benefits for City of Livonia residents.

Objectives

Keep to the mission for each park facility; follow current master plans for facilities.

Design recreation facilities to provide recreation opportunities and contribute to the

aesthetic quality and sustainability.

Develop future recreation facilities on sound fiscal policy and cost recovery models.

Encourage creative staffing, education and maintenance minded design of recreation

facilities and equipment to reduce annual maintenance costs.

Monitor programs and services; apply logic model or results oriented management

and accountability approach to evaluating adding, deleting or modifying programs

and services.

Evaluate park locations and usage as a tool to make land use decisions on targeted

acquisition, consolidation and/or reduction of land area based on long term

management costs and recreation benefit.

Goal 2: Pursue funding sources and develop partnerships and advocates to manage park

needs.

Objectives

Provide an active role for collaboration within park system in conjunction with

funding support from local benefactors ().


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Continue to seek partnerships with other recreational providers and agencies and with

neighboring communities to share ideas and provide non-competing programs and

facilities. Examples include but are not limited to county recreation, civic groups,

community groups, churches, etc.

Apply for grants to develop park facilities where local match can be supported.

Seek gifts, endowments and/or sponsorships for maintenance and development of city

recreation facilities.

Continue coordination with school district on shared use of facilities.

Clearly define volunteer programs and activities within parks to allow opportunities

along with a balanced administrative burden required to manage volunteer efforts.

Monitor and adjust appropriate user fees.

Goal 3: Increase awareness/use of park facilities and programs

Objectives

Continue promoting active and passive use of park facilities by a variety of

organizations (athletic, social, professional, civic, service clubs, etc.).

Enhance internal wayfinding in park, maps, smart-phone links, and on-line maps.

Enhance website and use of social media for promotion of events and programs.

Explore use of park facilities by vendors for short- and long-term contracts to widen

programs and services offered without a direct burden on staffing.

Explore flexible / mobile programs that can be located at various sites and user

groups.

Goal 4: Support green initiatives, active living, and accessibility to recreation.

Objectives

Support non-motorized master plans as identified in the Bike Walk Livonia plan through

coordination with City of Livonia Planning Department.

Provide support structure for non-motorized connections at parks through bike racks,

maps or bike-share / rental opportunities.

Use park facilities to educate on issues such as stewardship, natural systems and healthy/

active living.

Monitor new technology and energy-saving methods and apply when applicable to park

facilities and operation.

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ACTION PLAN

The Livonia Parks and Recreation Department continue to offer quality programs and activities

that support neighborhoods and communities throughout the city. Through the various facilities

and partnerships in Livonia, various groups of individuals have access to healthy lifestyle

activities. The updated Parks and Recreation Master Plan will ensure preservation of recreational

assets into the future and that new opportunities to improve the system are explored and

implemented.

The Action Plan is a framework for future decision making; the following recommendations are

not listed in priority order. They are based on the Goals and Objectives listed within the plan:

Action Plan Framework: This includes the overall goal statement for the plan,

followed by more specific objectives that will accomplish the goal.

Park-Specific Recommendations: These include a listing of all potential projects for

all the city parks.

System-Wide Initiatives: Another important aspect of the planning process involved

system-wide initiatives in order to accomplish objectives. These include projects such as

programming, ADA upgrades, and consistent enhancements.

Five Year Capital Improvement Plan: The final component of the plan is a 5-year

outline of prioritized projects and their potential funding sources.

This format provides a systematic approach to implementing this plan and ensures that realistic

and feasible strategies are top priority for the city.

Actions supporting Goal 1: Build on the success and opportunities within existing facilities

to provide quality of life benefits for City of Livonia residents.

Increase level of maintenance of facilities.

-Review park grants and building maintenance schedules for preventative versus

reaction-based efforts.

-Establish measurable maintenance standards to assist with developing and monitoring

maintenance duties.

Develop a mission for each park category (neighborhood, mini-park, etc). Update or

develop specific master plans for key facilities. The specific master plans for each park

would go towards developing goals and laying out potential improvements necessary.

Key park locations include; Sheldon Park and Pool, Botsford Pool, Jack E. Kirskey

Recreation Center.

-Develop park improvements as identified in park master plans and CIP list.

Use industry best practices, participation counts, feedback and customer demand to

evaluate adding, modifying or deleting programs.


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Actions supporting Goal 2: Pursue funding sources and develop partnerships and

advocates to manage park needs.

Complete a detailed school facilities inventory to drive attention of future resources.

Identify matrix of qualities that support Parks and Recreation Department goals to guide

future acquisitions, leases, playground replacement or additions. The intent is to quantify

opportunities to avoid redundancy of facilities and long-term management costs.

-Pursue acquisitions or leases as appropriate.

Pursue development of improvement listed in Bike walk Livonia through grant programs,

as appropriate.

-Support grant applications by other city departments or partner agencies as well as

internal grant applications developed by the Parks and Recreation Department.

Parks to maintain representation with the Healthy Livonia Steering Committee

-Drive collaboration with St. Mary’s, Chamber of Commerce, and service clubs in

Livonia into park programs and facilities.

-Discuss at staff level about rethinking how programs are marketed, run and how

facilities are maintained.

-Pursue active living / health metric studies within park facilities and programs in

conjunction with medical partners.

Goal 3: Increase awareness/use of park facilities and programs.

Pursue social media efforts to promote park facilities and programs

-Promote geo-cashe sites within park sites in appropriate locations

-Explore Google map or smart phone applications that locate park facilities in a hands-on

way to get more residents engaged within existing park locations.

Goal 4: Support green initiatives, active living and accessibility to recreation.

Implement a recycling program within the parks to support maintenance efforts and

sustainability.

Work with Livonia Bike Plan to locate facilities near key destinations; also use solar trash

compactors and bike share/repair stations. There are possibilities for sponsorship

opportunities along the route.

Increase accessibility within park facilities for all ages and abilities.

-Identify priority level improvements to upgrade existing facilities

-Consider universal accessibility for new development.

Evaluate ability to maintain natural areas

-Conduct a forestry study within natural areas to identify best management practices for

woodlots. Evaluate and/or revise existing ordinances to allow best stewardship of park

properties.


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Figure 4: Six-Year Capital Improvement Plan (2017-2021)


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APPENDIX B:

City of Livonia

Public Input for 5 Year Park and Recreation Master Plan

The city is in the process of updating its 5-year plan. We would like to invite you to take part in the process by participating in this short survey. Your input will greatly influence how we address opportunities in your community.

1. I am a: City Resident___ Out of town / visitor___.

2. How important do you feel public parks and recreational facilities are to your quality of

life?

o Extremely Important Comments:

o Somewhat Important

o Neutral

o Somewhat Unimportant

o Extremely Unimportant

3. What priorities should be given to the following items?

Low Medium High

⎕ ⎕ ⎕ Maintenance of existing park facilities

⎕ ⎕ ⎕ Local bike routes and walking paths

⎕ ⎕ ⎕ Maintaining public open space / natural areas

⎕ ⎕ ⎕ Programs encouraging active living (walking groups, etc.)

⎕ ⎕ ⎕ Education programs (health, environment, etc.)

⎕ ⎕ ⎕ Local park improvements (playgrounds, etc.)

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4. What is your favorite park? ________________

Why? ________________________________________________________________

5. What amenities would you like to see in the Livonia Community Recreation Center? ______________________________________________________________________

6. What additional recreation offerings / programs should the city offer? ______________________________________________________________________

7. What is your age?

____20 or under ____21 to 45 ___46 to 65 ___66 and older

8. Additional Comments/Thoughts: ____________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________

Thank you for your time and interest.

Survey Responses

Which park is your favorite? What makes it your favorite?


I love the walking path within the park, trails to walk on and the closeness to my house.


Close to where we live and offers year-round athletic activities.

Beverly


We are member, our 5-year-old daughter, swim, enrolled in gymnastics class.


It has something for almost everyone

Mies Park WALKING PATH


The pool/splash pad/tree fort for my kids and the fitness equipment for myself.


WALKING PATHS, NATURE TRAILS, PLAYGROUND


Closest

Beverly Park Close to home


Has most things


Location nearest to home


I enjoy the lazy river and workout area I bring my grandchildren there all the time. The Rec center has a lot of activities they do

Wilson Barn Lots of activities.


Nature trails


Small, quiet

Mies Park Trees, paved paths, volleyball sand courts


Kids enjoy it. They have fun on the play equipment & walking around the path. Also like Rotary.

Mies Park Walking path, shady.


The good playground equipment, including an old-fashioned carousel/rotary thing.


nature trail

Fox Creek Golf Course Best golf course in the city.


The hiking trails. It also has a lot to offer - volleyball, play scape, etc. I just haven't used it yet.

Ford Field & Eddie Edgar Ice Arena

Close to home. Enjoy hockey


Walking paths

Country Homes Park It is nice and quiet and a great field for t-ball and baseball.

Greenmead Historical Site Unique place and lots of great festivals offered



Restrooms, pavilions, activities

Mies Park It's big

Mies Park Live nearby and the park and walking path


Year-round swimming


Jaycee Park Close to home. Decent Play structure.


Size and number of featured


variety of activities

Mies Park Lies very close to my house. Also like that it is very easily accessible (bike, foot, or car, with lots of parking) to residents in the square mile surrounding it


Love all the indoor and outdoor activities

Mies Park Close to home


Nature preserve area



Close by, two great walking "tracks", spacious, wooded, and oh so pet friendly


Close to home. I feel safer cuz it’s in the wide open and the restaurant and fire station are right there. It's clean too. I wish Bicentennial had a pavilion somewhere with a small picnic area. I enjoy Rotary because of the pavilion picnic area being so close to the parking lot.


All of the different sporting fields and also the lay ground equipment and all of the nature walks.

Shelden Park & Pool It is the closest to my house and I utilize it the most.

Mies Park Close to home, lots of space, lots of trees, cool play scape

Beverly Park Close to my home and is always full of kids. nice open area.


Location, 5K offered there, nature path


Proximity. I live just west of Fox Creek. It is a pleasant bike ride on our way to the subdivision to the north of the park. Also enjoy the bike path loop on the east end of the park.


Has a lot of variety of activities for all ages and it is easy to get to


I have fond memories of exploring the woods with my friends. We would climb trees and fallen logs. Going into the woods felt like escaping into another, less civilized world.


close to home, things to do for all ages, restaurant.


Such a wide variety of exercise options


Greenmead Historical Site Great for providing local history and hosting events like the flea market


Large areas to explore, the indoor bathroom, kept up tennis courts, fun "forest" to explore, 2 playgrounds, sandbox, volleyball and I can walk the track. So much to do!


I work out/exercise there and it's near my home.


walking paths through the woods

Country Homes Park Close to my house, we walk there frequently

Beverly Park Location and it has a fence to keep kids safer. My kids miss the duck, though.

Devon-Aire Park & Ice Arena Close to my house



I use it every day. Rotary and Bicentennial parks would be better if the paths were not so muddy and if dogs wouldn't be allowed to run loose.

Castle Gardens Park Walking distance from my home!


Swimming, walking track and kids’ classes

Jaycee Park My kids play soccer there.


There are so many fun things to do inside and out. Plus, it's reasonable what it costs for admission


Wooded trails


Greenmead Historical Site History, walkable,

Greenmead Historical Site It is our history. There is a store.



It's closest to me and always gives off a "welcoming" air. It is very well-kept, offering trails as well as picnic areas.


Closest to home


Location and overall beauty of the grounds.


Pavilion. Flush toilets. Parking nearby. Compact.

Greenmead Historical Site the historical significance


Don't visit the other ones that often.


So many activities for all


Location

Devon-Aire Park & Ice Arena Proximity to my home



Close to home. Nice park, lots of field and woods to explore


So many trails & playgrounds!


THE PLAYGROUND AND PAVILIONS

Mies Park It’s very shady on hot summer days

Beverly Park Beverly is in walking distance from my house.


The trails/woods

Mies Park Proximity to my house

Greenmead Historical Site There are so many features: buildings, events, paths, gardens. It's beautiful.


Close to home, walking track, tennis courts, ball fields, volleyball nets


Close to home, the ice rink


My family loves the nature trails along with the plays capes and space for parties.


Soccer fields


Pathways, nature trails, plays capes.

Clements Circle Park & Pool The park and pool were bonuses when we were looking for a house in 2005. We loved the idea of moving into a neighborhood with these.


Variety of play for my kids


Size and varied events that can be held there. As well it serves as a great sports park



Location


Picnic area walking trail.


Pavilions, woods, playground equipment, plenty of recreational activities baseball, tennis, volleyball, walking, running, etc. The overall size of the park makes it appealing.

Harry Wolf Tot Lot Because it has a lot to do for toddlers


Secluded, nice trails and walking paths. Good for kids and families


Close to home


Memories from when I was little.


Nature trails


Playground for kids


Country Homes Park

Beverly Park Playground fenced on t2he sides. Would love to see more playgrounds fully fenced in!


Options for bigger and smaller kids both.


The Rec Center is the most up-to-date building

Greenmead Historical Site Having a historical site that gives the sense of place and identity is important when the rest of the city is a shut in community orbiting around strip malls, and big box stores.


The closest, and love the nature preserve


Trails

Greenmead Historical Site Historical and shade


Play grounds, volleyball, baseball, tennis, picnic. Lots of different amenities and a bathroom. Very important when you have little kids.


Playgrounds for the kids, Walking trail Baseball field improvements Close to home


woods to walk in


Close by, trails and lots of play equipment. There's even plenty of space for picnics.


Walking distance to home, nice playground & tennis courts, paved walking path & nature paths.

Nash Park Closest to home, needs a larger walking track. .

Mies Park It's just down the black xl from our house, and all the shade

Idyl Wyld Golf Course It's not, Lyndon B Johnson National. Historical Park is because it is right next to our home. However, it was not in the list of choices and needs lots of TLC!

Nehasil Park & Civic Center Park



Walking track. Paths in the woods. Nice picnic area. Beautiful park.


I spend more time there than any other



Walking path, space and trees to provide shade


Grandchildren love the playground, I like walking in the park, close to my home


Tennis court, volley ball court, pavilion for private/public events, and play structures. It has a lot of trees to make the area inviting, beautiful, and provides shade!

Greenmead Historical Site Great events, interesting topic, and has a purpose


Fox Creek Golf Course Course and restaurant

Fox Creek Golf Course We are golfers and its location is great for us


Walking path, wooded trails and fitness area.

Clements Circle Park & Pool Between the pool, the volleyball courts and the open land.


The variety it offers.


Bathrooms and wood trails


Close to my home and a great place to walk and for grandkids to play.


Trails and many other activities



Safe meeting place for our children to meet their friends.


There is a lot of activity, volleyball net places to sit etc.

Clements Circle Park & Pool The pool


The size, trails, always clean.


All the options, tennis, trails, pavilions, etc.

Devon-Aire Park & Ice Arena Close to home


Nature preserve

Greenwood Park It's close to my house.

Pastor Park Location

Mies Park Location, playground


Walking trails


Pool and the gym


Location, size, upkeep and amenities


Close.


Close to home, memories


The variety of things to do.


Events and nature


Close to home and I run Livonia Parkrun every Saturday morning.

Shelden Park & Pool A pool that you don't have to be a member to go to

Bluegrass Park & Nature Wildlife


Preserve

Robert E. McCann Park It is spacious, has nature trails, lots of picnic areas, lots of playgrounds, little library, walking path, baseball diamonds, tennis courts and it is in a great location. Also has a lot of shady areas.

Bien Park Close to home

Beverly Park It's enclosed. Something for little and big kids


The trails and tennis courts

Mies Park Walking trail and volleyball pit

Wilson Barn Location

Beverly Park


Baseball

Castle Gardens Park It's in our neighborhood we walk there. Next favorite is bien park we also walk there.


Blacktop path, ball fields, and tennis courts


Is it closest, and we use it the most

Rotary near house has combo different things to do

Clements Circle Park & Pool it's in walking distance, is always full of youthful people enjoying the outdoors. It has so much potential and the community really loves and cherishes it. I love that the large walking path has a lot of visibility so you can see the kids playing still across the park. Also, it is away from the main roads which is really nice.


It has my brothers bench in it.

Bien Park Close to home. Play scape

Moelke Park * Botsford Pool Close to home.

Clements Circle Park & Pool It's in my neighborhood


Trails


Where I took my kids when they were little. Close to my house.


Tennis courts


Trees facilities cleanliness playground


Used to have a great figure skating program.



Lots of trails and a good park for the kids


I like to exercise there.

Rotary Park & Nature Kids play, walking trails - paved and woods, shade


Preserve


It's a gem in the city


Variety of activities

Robert E. McCann Park Bathroom facility for my kids

Pastor Park Nearest to my house and son's daycare. Lots of play structures to choose from.


Close to home. Easy to run, walk or bike there.

Nehasil Park & Civic Center Park

Near my home, meaningful and beautiful


Close to home. Wide variety of activities.

Mies Park neighborhood park

Broadmoor Park Close to home

Archery Range Favorite sport

Greenmead Historical Site Learning opportunities and family fun.


Large area, water fountains, bathrooms

Bluegrass Park & Nature Preserve

It's my backyard

Mies Park We walk there often because it very close. Also love that it is shady.


Park Run, but would like more running path than trail especially in inclement weather. Love the spaciousness and variety of activities.


Size, and amenities

Clements Circle Park & Pool It's closest to my house and easy to walk to.


So many different things to do


I have gone there since I was a child. There is a variety of activities available and plenty of room to spread out. The park is kept in great condition. The trails available are a nice break from the busy play equipment. It is also very close to me.

Devon-Aire Park & Ice Arena I haven't been to all of them yet, but I love how shaded it is, I like the layout of the equipment and I love all the trees and how cozy it feels

Beverly Park Equipment, location (privacy) fence to keep young kids enclosed

Clements Circle Park & Pool Pool


Proximity and young child friendly play structures

Shelden Park & Pool The area and the pool staff are great!


Large open areas, fields, variety of activities for families.



The park equipment is small enough for my boy to feel confident on.



Variety of activities, nice pools


they all are important for different reasons.


It's closest to our home. We also enjoy Mies Park...it's close to my daughter's school.

Mies Park Great playground, great location.


Lots and lots of tennis courts, lots of space. Trees for shade but also a lot of sun.

Veterans Memorial Plaza Tribute to veterans, visible to traffic


Something for each of my family to do.

Castle Gardens Park This was the favorite of my sons when they were younger because of the different types of playground equipment not offered at other playgrounds.

Clements Circle Park & Pool I like the walking path. Wish there were more of it.


Close to my house

Greenmead Historical Site The historical value along with the beautiful gardens. Also, the many events that take place there.

Mies Park Close to home, walking path, playground, shade, family friendly.


Wide variety. Walking trails, picnic areas, play areas for children, etc..

Idyl Wyld Golf Course Close to home great people who work there


All the different playgrounds. Regular bathrooms versus porta pottys especially when you have young kids

Moelke Park * Botsford Pool Location



Nature/walking trails plus so many other things to do. Tennis, playgrounds for kids, baseball.

Bien Park Love the walking trail


Variety


Location, options available for my family



Bathrooms,


The outside track is super convenient!

Wilson Barn We lived @ middlebelt and plymouth for 9 yrs. We used the farmers market and fall pumpkin patch frequently. We have since moved across town and don’t frequent as much.

Wilson Barn There are kid friendly activities like Pumpkin Fest.

Greenmead Historical Site Cool location great buildings and events


I love the bike path and the woods and tennis courts.



The hiking paths and the walking path around the playground.


It's the biggest park aside from Mayberry that isn’t thirty or more mins away


Clean and friendly environment


Diversity of activities: Tennis, Volley Ball, Playground, Nature Trails, etc.


we just end there most often for various events

Moelke Park * Botsford Pool Close to my house


trails

Nash Park It's close to my house


The running trails, playground equipment, shade/pavilions.


it is fun in to swim there and get good fun exercise

Clements Circle Park & Pool It is close to home.


I like the nature trails. I love walking and it is a change of scenery for me. I have only been a resident for a year and haven't been to many of the other parks. But I love walking trails. I prefer paved circuits, though.


I like the walking path and the trails through the nature preserve.


Lots of activities going on

Moelke Park * Botsford Pool Clean nice big pool



I have good memories from when I was a child. I like the variety of play equipment, and that you can rent out the pavilion for events. I also recently discovered the nature trails which I enjoy.


Bathrooms and cleanliness

Devon-Aire Park & Ice Arena Across from my house. I love watching the kids having fun. Well kept.

Fox Creek Golf Course Golf. Working Tracks-gathering

Devon-Aire Park & Ice Arena It is a beautiful shady park with many equipment for kids. they can play in it and watch squirrels gather nuts without ever getting sunburned. the park is also within walking distance of its neighborhood. (unlike other parks to which you have to drive.)


Size


Proximity

Devon-Aire Park & Ice Arena Enjoy watching people at friend’s house across the street from park.


walking the trails and park



Great for picnics, play, history, and festivals

Castle Gardens Park Close to home and clean


Swimming 4-5 times a week, exercising.


The nature Preserve trail system.

What amenities would you like to see in the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center?

What additional recreation offerings/programs should the city offer?

More kids related exercise classes More bike paths

Can’t think of any

Juice bar with low sugar/low fat choices. Smoothies

They have it all. Nothing

None. It has enough. None

There’s been enough money spent! Money needs to be spent elsewhere.

Free membership to Recreation Center

More kids programming, especially in the evenings (current offerings don’t take into account the schedules of working parents). More evening fitness classes for adults (same reasoning, working parents/adults can’t make fitness classes in the middle of the day).

An outdoor pool at the rec center would be amazing. And more adult “fun” leagues (dodgeball, etc.)

FREE CLASSES WITH MEMBERSHIP, DO SOMETHING WITH THEOPEN FIELD AT JAMISON AND BERWICK!

MORE BIKE PATHS, ESPECIALLY ON HUBBARD BETWEEN FIFTH & SIXTH

We are not joining anymore – we are tired of paying for an annual pass only to watch others walk in and not be checked in.

Parades – More urban programs

Unknown Easier calendar of events

More things for kids to do without having to sign up for a class, especially kids too old for the tree fort and too young to use the fitness equipment (ages 10 – 15)

-Summer camps and activities for the “tween” years (10 – 15); also more fitness classes for “tween”, esp. those that are fun and game-oriented like dodgeball, etc.

Child Care Park space closer to 7 Mile and Newburgh (walkable), development of retail/downtown like space in NW Livonia area, more concerts and activities for communities – start concert series Memorial Day.

When the leisure pool is closed on Mondays and Wednesday’s; for the classes, they don’t use the whole pool so why can’t we use lazy river or pool by slide?

Doing a pretty good job now

N/A N/A

Wallyball City rummage sale, city picnic, city chili cook-off, city bike ride cruises

An additional lane avid or lap swimming in the evenings!!! Also, weight machines suitable for women. Only men use the free weights. Your weight equipment options are terrible.

More outdoor concerts. Special, seasonal events.

Arts and crafts for kids.


What additional recreation offerings / programs should the city offer?

Everything in there is great. Just maintain & make the leisure pool warmer. We stopped taking classes there because my young kids were freezing before the class was even over. My daughter LOVES to swim & she was begging me to get her out as her lips were turning purple.

Just keep current on activities that children & adults enjoy.

Full daytime hour coverage in the Kid's Quarters (this includes lunch).

more free programs - Dearborn is a good example

more city wide activities (plymouth/northville) to keep residents engaged

Dog Park, Water Fountains for public, Public Clean Restrooms

Outdoor concerts

I dont know where this center is. Bike paths to get to Hines Drive. To get there, I have to ride my bike on high traffic roads that aren't bike friendly. It would be nice if there was a path to get there or even if the north/south roads had bike lanes.

Meeting rooms for subdivision meetings and local groups

Tech classes for elder persons

Amenities are fine; more over site to ensure appropriate use of equipment/overall facilities; less external (non-residents) with day passes.

The LJAL should be more open to better, competitive travel baseball. Their programs are not top-notch and it is necessary to leave the area to play on competitive teams.

Shorter annual shutdown -

More variety of classes held after 6 p.m. so full time workers can take higher advantage of class offerings.

Uncertain at this time

Free classes for residents

Racquetball courts and steam room, and more space dedicated to small kids besides the tree fort

More events for just residents of Livonia where we could show our driver’s license

What we have is good. Not sure.

improve the outdoor water park outdoor soccer, a play structure outside the rec, improved outdoor water park at rec, family outdoor summer swim pass

none community meet ups for group walks around the city

True rec/ed sports for children, especially the See above! More rec/ed sports for kids who like to



9-14-year-old range - kids want to play sports, but perhaps aren't super competitive or highly skilled enough for the intensive 3-day a week practice and games. Also, more outdoor concerts, festivals, parties, group activities

play but aren't highly competitive; more festivals, parties, concerts, activities

Close it. The city should not be competing with the private sector for this.

None

Ideas or events to keep young teens engaged An after school program like a boys and girls club.

No opinion no thoughts on this...

"Daytime" activities, bingo, concerts, etc. during the day. Most seniors don't get out or drive in the evening. I like the Thursday evening concerts at City Hall but I wish they had them at a park with a pavilion and trees for shade during the day. The city hall stairway just isn't as cozy as a park would be. A pavilion for shade, rain, etc. would also be nice. We also need these events to be near flush toilets not portable potties for seniors.

Outdoor daytime bingo, concerts, activities for seniors. We don't get out and drive in the evenings so some daytime activities in the local parks with pavilions and toilets would be helpful.

Coffee/tea shop Running club

Kid-free hot tub, more lanes for lap swimmers

Lower pricing for residents. Racket bal, diving board use at public open pool times

Athletic summer camp for tweens.

New exercise mats & disinfectant to spray after use.

More things for younger kids ages 5 and under. There isn't much to do for parents and young children.

Adult continuing education and personal enrichment classes. Language, photography, art, computers, genealogy, etc.

More bike / pedestrian infrastructure. Also, see previous answer (question 16)

I think it offers most of what I would expect from a city recreation center.

Drama programs for youth.

Cycling bikes for use by the general public. All of the spinning bikes are currently in the studio, which is only for class use. Having a few of those bikes on the main floor would be nice for when people want to cycle outside of class. The bikes currently on the floor are not the same type, and not as good, in my opinion.

First aid training (if they do not already), blood drives, dog adoptions, bike group, invasive species removal team made of volunteers



weights upstairs as I am uncomfortable using them around a lot of people. Maybe some other machines.

crafting classes, like plymouth does at their library.

? ?

More water aerobics and barre. Although I am a rec center member I have to take some classes at Schoolcraft. The rec center offerings are not enough.

Deep water aerobics at the Rec.

We, as well as many others, are not at all pleased that we had to put someone's name on the building. Why couldn't we just leave it? Amenities are great as they are now.

You offer quite a bit already. Honestly you keep us quite busy already!

New weight machines. The ones there are extremely outdated. I know people who have left and gone to Fitness 19 because of the equipment.

Love it More adult leagues

I love the center, the only issue is when i bring a guest who doesn't live in livonia and they have to pay an outrageous fee. Can't it be cheaper for those coming with a member? We already pay a ton to be a member!

More young sports leagues/teams. Livonia doesn't offer much for 3 year olds but in other cities they are already teaching them about sports and being on a team.

Part year fee in winter months Dog park

Free child care for those who are members and exercising

Bigger hot tub. More TVs in fitness center or TVs at each machine. Better cleaning in fitness center - mainly the carpet and ask staff to wipe down machines throughout the day.

Outdoor activities - walks, bicycle days, outdoor ice skating, lessons for older adults on pickleball and other activities of interest to them but knowing that many older adults work so schedule it for 6:30pm and not during the day

Fencing classes. Classes/events for special needs population

Better security to limit loud profanities from the pick-up basketball games

I can't think of anything off the top of my head.

Better staff!

Towel center/desk on upper level. More stations to grab items to clean exercise equipment.

Morning classes that start at 7am. The early sessions are way too early for most people. Nutrition classes.



Better locker rooms for adults only. More space between machines.

Better space around outdoor concerts. More educational offerings. Nutrition, exercise opportunities as group walks, runs, etc.

Can't think of anything right now (except a shuttle from the parking lot to the front door! (tee, hee)

Can't think of anything right now.

Outdoor pool, increased size of exercise area with more equipment/machines

Love the Rec Center. continue to offer plenty of activities for kids and seniors.

Sr. Citizen activities in the afternoon hours. Bingo!

More music related activities indoors during winter months and in the afternoon hours.

dedicated outdoor pickleball courts see above

I think the rec center is fine the way it is

Maybe more organized biking events / like the ones in Detroit where people bike as a group around the city

See the above...more biking events would be cool. Also more organized outdoor events or festivals that make the area a destination...Local food trucks, outdoor music (more modern and young than what is currently happening), something like a west side arts eats and beats would be awesome!! But add in healthy lifestyle stuff to make it unique. Maybe some of these events could be on or at some of the city's vacant properties too...repurpose those spaces!!

Splash pad, play structure Splash pad

Larger splash park more affordable for non- members

City splash park; perhaps free for residents and small fee for non-residents

Options 4 children between 5 and 12 when parents want to work out.

COST REDUCTION NOT SURE

IDK A few splash pads that are free

n/a More paths/trails

Updated equipment BIKE LANES!!!

Coffee/smoothie shop Yoga in the park; walking off weight

None that I can think of More pools

Fixing up the outdoor roller hockey rink would be great

I would love a local outdoor ice rink at one of the parks, I would be happy to help with it as well.

Maybe a smoothie/cafe

Quality of life More bike trails

Better class equipment.



We are newer to the area and haven't joined as it is a little pricey for a family

Almost everything is offered in some way or form, not really missing anything

Nature walk events

Water exercise at night Free exercise classes for yearly members

Maybe more outdoor summer activities Halloween parade at the rec. Center

More programs for little on toddlers More splash pads

Outdoor ice skating Outdoor ice rinks

Fine the way it is. Can't think of any.

More nature trails

More to do for youth Splash pad and water area for kids

Cross-fit style classes Bicycle clubs

Outdoor playground More family centered programs

An outdoor space with a less traditional playground. The zoo and greenfield village have excellent examples of these spaces!

Better pool availability. Why shut off all spray features when a class is in session of the class doesn't go anywhere near the zero entry pool? Such a great place but it's rarely able to be used to the full extent!

Stronger wifi, an indoor turf field, better basketballs

Pickup basketball leagues

I don't use the rec center much, it's nice, but I don't even know what's going on there.

We NEED a walkable city. It degrades our rights as pedestrians. I cannot go anywhere without having to take my car. I can't stand it. All the parks don't have local restaurants or businesses near them so they can't thrive. We need in neighborhood businesses that people can walk to. Cars are extremely expensive hamster balls that keep everyone separate, hostile, they are dangerous, they promote a less physically active lifestyle, they are expensive, they contribute largely to CO2 emissions, the list goes on. Bottom line is Livonia needs to become more walkable, more thriving public spaces. Living in this town feels like living in a vending machine.

Is this talking about the one at Bentley? I didn't even know it was renamed. Child care and children's programs are important or I can't go.

A splash pad!!!! With an area for 5 and under!!!

More children programs Children physical fitness

Never heard of that place BIKE LANES THROUGHOUT THE CITY FOR THE LOVE OF GOD

Racquetball Sporting programs for special needs children.



Outdoor fitness equipment such as www.movestrongfit.com An official softball field designated just for Girls youth softball, field dimensions, fencing and dug outs. More weight room equipment, I enjoy lifting free weights and the LCRC is too crowded in the free weight given space. Batting cages for the public to use. 3 Pickleball courts. Outdoor group fitness equipment,

A Fathers club, a gathering of men who will donate time, effort, and resources to further develop the City's services.

Start offering "over 50" fitness classes during non-working hours! There are more than a few of us who are well over 50 but still work full time. All the offerings for seniors are between 9 AM and 5!

Not sure I've been here. Even living in Livonia most of my life.

More like how can you better advertise the programs that are currently available? I'd love to see biking groups, family programs,

Seems pretty complete now. Better walking/biking routes

Outdoor pool More pavilions

I wish there were more parks safe for small toddlers, even some meant for them are still not safe

For the Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park: an elementary/toddler playground is needed, the current playground needs an update, a gazebo or pavilion would be great, utilizing the open space for a community food garden or a pool would be an amazing idea! Many young families are moving into this area!

Affordable child care Child care

Not sure. It's already nice. More walking paths. At all the parks

A boxing gym, outdoor tennis courts, baseball/softball field, mini golf/batting cages. A "ninja warrior" training equipment

Programs associated to proposed ideas from #16

Lower cost Not sure

I like it now more encouragement and publicity for what we already have, especially programs at Greenmead

It already offers a lot. Not sure

It is nice already Nature hikes, holiday parades

We ended our membership, the equipment was in bad condition and the work out area was dirty

I think they need to focus on improving the facility they already have



Earlier hours None

I'd like to see an indoor winter baseball league for kids.

Please put in a disc golf course. Rotary park woods is the perfect location.

Cardio drumming, walking groups. Cardio drumming, walking for seniors

Tennis courts Competitive tennis

Theater. After Dearborn built their rec center with that beautiful theater, I wished we had done that in Livonia. Also, more meeting areas for social groups.

Bike lanes. You might be able to get grant money too. Bicycle safety education for riders and non-riders alike.

Place to ride bike Local bands to come and play

Teen tennis program. Wave pool. Outdoor seating. Around the city parks free yoga on summer Saturday's. Top notch spa treatments. A friendlier staff at front desk would be a huge huge huge improvement!!!

Library coffee shop. Book clubs. Travel program/trips that are not just for senior citizens. Park benches outside the rec center. Redo landscaping at rec center facing 5-mile and make it useful. hill with light never understood this eye sore.

More for preteen and teens. Outdoor basketball courts.

Summer outdoor aqua size classes, summer outdoor yoga.

More affordable Not sure

Massages No comment

coffee shop/small cafe More youth sport classes for ages 10-16 (like tennis, basketball, soccer, etc.

Lower rates for residents

Juice bar, healthy eating ideas On line networks so working families can connect with similar parents to arrange activities or share ideas

Not sure They do a great job now!

Cheaper cost for seniors More tracks to walk

Continue with what is there. Add a few FREE general aerobics classes to get more people involved and to whet appetites for further wellness.

Parades

None that I can think of at the moment

Not familiar Maintenance and police presence

Water

An outdoor pool A downtown area with shops and a spot to stroll

Water to drink Parking

Inversion tables. I would love to see the outdoor aquatics program built up and am excited for Clements Circle to open. The current hours of the outdoor pools are poor and may



discourage some swimmers. Also, the shorter season was a deterrent for me to purchase a season pass. The desire for a fun swimming area is definitely there and thus the success of the private swim clubs. It would be fabulous if the city could work on improving and offering more in this area.

I would like to see more included to the residents who pay for membership. Lots for families to do at all times during the day.

More routes safety for bikers

Not sure Not sure

cheaper rates improve the city pools and shower buildings

Splash pad Drive in movie

More sanitary wipes General exercise

Can't think of anything Winter activities to get us out of the house

Longer walking path

Not sure what more can be added. The rec is fairly full, and is usually pretty crowded. Maybe another Rec center!

The public parks are already at capacity for activities. I don't know what else would fit.

Closer parking Good

More space to work out in. As a woman it is very uncomfortable to lift weights in the tiny fit hub. If they are not already all in use...it's an uncomfortable area. A racquetball court would be cool. Maybe update the tree fort area for the little kids so that moms at home with children have somewhere to let their little ones come in and play.

Drone course

Better staff Knit night, crochet night.

Do not use. None

I would love it if the windows in the leisure pool area could open to allow French air into the highly chlorinated environment. The rec center is a jewel!

Skateboard camp, lacrosse, bike-able paths from Joy Rd to 8-mile and throughout the city for families that generally avoids major streets,

Fans in mac gyms, A free 5-8 minute stretching session on the :50's of every hour

Not sure For kids and teens

Cleaner shower facilities Bike lanes & bike safety education

If you could just have staff enforce the posted I would like to see the city actually offer the programs,



rules (eg: age minimums for track and equipment) that would be great.

not farmed out to the JAL and LCA.

Kids music programs in the parks

Not sure, can't think of anything at the moment. There is a lot there!

Treadmills where your kids can be in treehouse, mini golf, cheaper guest passes, curtained dressing areas in locker rooms

Cycling club, unicycle class, directory of local clubs to join

Why is there no outdoor basketball courts in the city parks?

Outdoor basketball.

More affordable fitness classes for members

The center has everything I need in it.

I like how it is now. More outdoor fitness classes outside in the summer.

Hydrotherapy beds This city is missing the boat big time on kit offering special needs camps, events, and programs

Clean locker rooms and showers. You already do a good job.

Camps for individuals with special needs, especially those over the age of 18

Special needs summer camps for all ages

We love what you have!

Fishing pond Firearm safety programs

The park play equipment is lacking.

I think the big ol'glass windows in the pool area should be able to open during the summer months to get fresh air in there!

Can't think of any at this time

I can't think of anything it doesn't have Parent/toddler classes or preschool sports/activities

Currently not a member adding more programs for baby boomers. We need to help one another and provide support.

Nothing Nothing

Yoga in the Park, Art Installations

Exercise classes None

I'm not familiar with this location as I've only been living here for a year

More opportunities for teenagers. I have a 1-year-old and a 13-year-old and there isn't as much for him to do.

Better splash pad Tbd

Upgrade to the splash pad Activities when kids are out of school...like xmas break

Pottery wheels

The facility is nice but falling apart. Instead of doing small temporary fixes I would like to see actual money invested to fix things.

Scuba classes, workouts in the parks like neighboring cities.

Special needs inclusion Special needs



I would like to see wallyball added to the activities

Yoga or Pilates in the park would be nice

More open swim hours More bike paths/bike lanes in road

it is good bike paths. not bike lanes, too many distracted drivers to ride next to them.

I would like to see more playground equipment for children with special needs. I haven't seen many in the parks that we have been to. There are special swings...the school playgrounds at Webster and Roosevelt have them. Perrinville had a great playground at the school...maybe a public park in Livonia could incorporate some of those ideas...

Unsure of where that is Unsure

A snack bar, more workout equipment I'm not sure.

Don't use facilities NA

I think the center is fine as it is I would like to see full size bike paths connecting the various parks throughout the City

Support for children, young adults and adults with special needs so that they may participate and be included in classes, activities, etc..

Additional opportunities that include people with special needs.

Not familiar with that park so no ideas I would like to see more walking paths and the current ones under more shade

Dog park would be high on my list

Mom & Baby classes (yoga, mom fitness, etc.) Mom & Baby classes (yoga, mom fitness, etc.)

Lower rates for residents Self-help programs for adults. More walking areas and modern play areas for the children. A better sprinkler park. My grandsons prefer the Westland park behind the police station or Heritage park in Farmington Hills.

Everything is fine More playground equipment at the old hull school grounds some picnic

possibly more classes for kids N/A

Discount program

Not sure Not sure

A safe, maintained (i.e. snow removed in winter) place to run outside.

better child care options Where are the special needs/adaptive programs? Neighboring cities off programs making families move out of the city to those that are more friendly to special needs community

It seems to have everything there already! N/a



Not many more amenities, however improve existing issues with random kids there always trying to use basketball hoops when classes are ongoing, or hanging in hallways playing basketball. No matter how wonderful the amenities are, they can't be enjoyed with the current ongoing issues.

Cardio drumming

Cheaper prices, more open swim, T-ball for 5 year olds

Basketball courts would be lovely! Basketball courts outside

None that I can think of. Programs...we don’t actively seek these out much. Offerings....the parks in general have very little useful natural areas (i.e. hiking paths, trails, biking areas) and would benefit from a major rethinking. Most parks just seem to be a field with some playground equipment randomly thrown in. There is so much room that is wasted that could be better allocated.

More classes teaching kids to swim. I can't get my two into a class because of waiting lists and small class sizes.

More pools in the summer.

Bigger weight room DISC GOLF

Sauna None

Step classes, more aerobic classes early in the morning (6am), toddler soccer class

Parenting classes, parent support group

Climbing ropes/walls and other such agility course type of equipment

more open space to relax and sit around more swim classes

Putting green Gardening 101

its good and has a lot of amenities as it is. ?

it has all I need

outdoor tennis ?

Racket ball Dance for an older demographic teens and up

Sadly, $400+ a year for a family membership is out of the question for us. We rarely have the opportunity to enjoy the facility as it is.

We drive to surrounding communities, such as Farmington and Canton, to access their free splash pads. It would be nice to see a more affordable splash pad option in Livonia.

lifeguard class

Classes included in the membership. More opportunity for kids while parents work out.

Longer pool hours.

Maybe more things in the evenings for working people like a walking club. Last I

Recreation tennis lessons for adults, maybe healthy cooking demonstrations like Henry Ford west



looked a walking club was during the day. I would like to see more people checking ids during events like swim meets. I walk the track and several people walk the track in heels, boots who are spectators at swim meets.

Bloomfield offers.

I enjoy what is offered now, I use the track most often, the mpr to attend yoga class, and the pool and hot tub. I also use the family changing rooms, since I have a son with special needs.

Walking clubs, recreation opportunities for adults with special needs, and additional concert events- both indoors and outdoors, add some blues concerts to the lineup.

Open the pools earlier in the season and keep them open longer Also open them @ noon and leave them open until 8 pm so people can enjoy after working all day

A 'downtown' area is very important to make this city at least look like it is having some heart and soul.

Recreational Dance classes Focus on maintaining what we have and make them the best a city can offer; then look to add more services.

To be honest I haven't been there in a while. But maybe more variety in the workout equipment. When I have been there it seemed to be mostly bikes and Walking machines.

Unfortunately, I don't have any ideas right now. But I will say I enjoy some of the programs the Libraries offer, like the free movie nights. So keep those up :)

Lower costing fitness classes, especially for members

Free for Seniors Aging reduction- entertainment

I am very disappointed that golf view meadows doesn't have its own neighborhood park. We have to drive the grand-kids to Devon-Aire or Rotary park. Please add a few benches and a small kiddie play structure to the park play at 6 mile and Wayne Road.

Timely repairs for frequent break downs of equipment. Better cleaning. Use Livonia maintenance for repairs.

Community gardening (More)

Closer parking. too far a walk for some people handicapped.

Cost

Don't use The city offers a lot already

Community events pasting board overview presentation of services especially for new



comers.

At least one afternoon of free senior swimming.

More attention to the crew at Newburgh lake.

I was on Committee to build- you have done a great job!

Additional Comments/Thoughts:

Some major streets do not have sidewalks, so if there were bike paths connecting parks and rec center

Add road biking lanes to some roads to allow bikers to safely reach the I275 path and Hines Drive I love the rec center. I wish the parking lot wasn't so full, but that's a good thing for the city. Also, I'd like to the couple's/pair for a resident's annual pass include two adults in the same household. My mom and I live together (both adults) and the reduced price would incentivize us to purchase a pass.

Thanks The City has an excellent recreation program and excellent parks. Emphasis should be placed on maintaining what we have.

More money needed to update parks south on I96

Na

Most park conditions are meager at best. Fix it, clean it, maintain it.

No

Nice survey tool Really would like to place emphasis on the temp of the leisure pool. A lap pool absolutely should be cool, but a leisure pool should be warmer & more comfortable. Raising the temp by a few degrees would really make a difference. Myself, as well as others have stopped taking classes there because of it and have also recommended going elsewhere due to the temp. Most of the young adults can find nothing to do in Livonia. They then move away to more active communities. We can change that.

Keep this city young at heart and maintained More control of day pass holder and rules enforcement; give 1 warning and the next you are out. I'm tired of people not following simple rules; kids running on the pool desk etc. I've complained and it doesn't change and no one wants to enforce the rules that are established for safety. It would be great for the sports programs of the LJAL be given more space to practice and/or quality practice space for basketball and baseball. Maybe some new leadership needs to be found? Bicentennial could be a much better park with bathroom facilities for the back fields and better care taken with the fields in the back. Many other communities have much nicer field complexes or they are allowed to use high school/middle school fields.

Thank you for all you do Need to get rid of the businesses that bring our home values down like Walmart at Plymouth and Farmington. There's not even Livonia residents that shop there and it's uncomfortable to go there. The north/south main roads are getting worse to drive on and the east/west main roads are still bad from all the traffic when 96 freeway was shut down. Need to have better roads. Make sure everyone is on the same page on the new name of the building. I am hearing it being referred to by different names. Thanks for reaching out to the community for their input! The biggest goal the City should undertake is to provide connectivity via pathways to the parks in Livonia. I do appreciate how well the parks are maintained and looked after. I feel like I've been a mini-vacation after my visits to them.... I don't enjoy the senior center but would like to see some of those activities held at the Rec Center or in the local parks. Seniors enjoy the outdoors but there is little for us during the day in Livonia. We need to get home before dark so activities should end no later than 8 pm when seniors are involved.

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Thanks for asking our opinion!!:) Regarding biking: at the very least fill in the sidewalk gaps or replace entirely with wider asphalt multi-use paths on main roads like Merriman, Inkster, and Newburgh north of 7 and south of I-96. Right now I don't feel like there is a good outdoor place to take my daughter to bike or rollerblade in Livonia. We need more bike paths desperately and community education about sharing the road with bikes. I like bicentennial park. there should be a paved bike/ and mile marked track around it. also, in regards to the reception, why do you have a weight loss group such as weight watchers work out of there to encourage weight loss and exercise. I think some thought should go into making the rec center not a soft target. Maybe bags should be checked as people enter. It is important to keep all members and other day pass individuals safe. The rec center is Livonia's jewel. Need to keep it safe. Watch out for pre-teen "couples" in the family lockers and keep an eye on people paying to enter the center with no intention of without working out. Rumors of drug deals in the upper floor are starting. Also teens are humping each other in the pool and the lifeguards do not stop it. I am not talking about typical fun. This is gross behavior in a public pool. The leisure pool is too warm in the summer. Almost seems unhealthy. The rec center is keeping us in Livonia but these issues are making less desirable for families. Livonia is doing a great job with their parks and keeping everyone informed, active and proud to live here. With all seriousness, every time we go to beverly park my kids and other kids complain about the duck being gone. (They remember these things forever!) Its disappointing to still have a cone over the plate! But thanks for adding new woodchips and the upkeep. Its appreciated.

Would like a dog park for the city and a complete walking path around Devon Aires park The LCRC is the greatest. I go there 5 times a week. Thank you to all the Parks and Rec staff for all you do for the city residents to keep it looking beautiful.

Livonia does a great job of providing a variety of services and programs!

Facility needs to be cleaned more often. Equipment is getting tired/old and dusty.

Keep encouraging exercise and healthy behaviors.

Very pleased with what Livonia offers for recreation. Keep up the good work!

thanks!

Would like to see more sr. citizen activities outside of the Sr. Center.

I love Livonia and all it has to offer Keep up the great work! Also be sure to keep in touch with the city as they work on their Livonia Tomorrow initiative! Love you guys!

NONE It’s too expensive to join the rec center. The child care hours and services are not very good. If im going to spend $400 or so to join for my family I might as well join Lifetime fitness and get all the extra amenities that are included and always available.

As a successful realtor I see a young homebuyers looking elsewhere because other suburbs are

offering more for them and their young families. Bike lanes, breweries, family events, etc. New chain restaurants and big box stores don't attract the type of residents that will keep tax coffers full and schools scoring high.

Thank you I think an outdoor ice rink given the appropriate weather could be a huge success at the right park, and with the right publicity. I would love to help with the prohect as well! [email protected] - Kyle Madigan

Hope to see fun stuff! Invest in quality class equipment. Replace broken and worn mats, weights, bosu balls, etc. on a frequent basis.

I would like to see more creative and nontraditional playscapes.

Keep nature alive, and reflected in all parks I think it's wrong to charge members for classes. And the employees never check passes just let everyone walk thru.

Join up the parks as best as possible with bicycle routes, and maybe add some signage

You guys do a great job keep it up Our soccer fields are one of the worst cities I've seen. We need our field to look the Farmington fields on 8 mile rd

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Nature trails are great for exercise.

Lets add more parks

Keep parks up to date and welcoming to young adults Please consider researching why walkable cities are important. Ask yourself what makes a town have a sense of space and community. I'll tell you it's not football field parking lots and strip mall encrusted neighborhoods. Livonia may be quaint and quiet, but it shouldn't be at the expense of the people's ability to come together. A splash pad like Farmington Hills has, as in FREE and NOT connected to the rec center, would be amazing. I would take my kids 3 times a week!

BIKE LANES. AN ACTUAL CUTE LITTLE DOWNTOWN. Livonia is hemorrhaging residents and you guys have your heads in the sand

None I can think of. Love Livonia, grew up here and moved back last year to raise my children here. I'm an Health/PE Educator, so I can really get behind this survey. I would also volunteer in many ways to continue the Livonia way

I'd love to learn more about what's available in town!

Make a more central downtown, walkable with large sidewalks 12' and bike lanes. Restrict vehicle lanes to one all directions on 5 mile and Farmington and make it 25 mph With on street parking. So we can enjoy our amenities by city hall instead of getting killed getting a book or ice cream!

At the very least, the Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park needs to be better maintained! We need a downtown Northville and or Plymouth but in Livonia, tear down Kmart add some grass and a pond the builders will come

We also need a downtown.

We need to stay family friendly and offer kid friendly activities

Thank you Livonia for asking my opinion.

Make rec center offerings less expensive

Love Livonia, but I wish we were in the Smart transit system Quit allowing ljal football to park on both sides of Berwick St. at Benteley field. I've seen an ambulance not even be able to get through. Also hold them accountable for more trash cans and get some on the Berwick St. side of the field. Garbage everywhere all the time during football season. Music in the park on Fridays!!! More events in the city during the summer. Get more art into the city, a sculpture park would be nice.

Would love a walkable downtown, Plymouth, Northville, Farmington type.

Good opportunity to get input from residents

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Great community. I have lived in Livonia since high school and are now raising my two boys here.

I'm Good Appreciate the work of the Planning Director (Mr. Taormina is great), Planning Commission, City Council (glad to see Scott Bahr get on) Mayor Wright and the list goes on and on.

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None I cannot say enough about Livonia Parks and Rec. Along with the smaller schools, we chose Livonia over Canton largely due to the wonderful parks and rec programs and the family friendly community. We really love Livonia. In addition, Amy Walker is like a breath of fresh air and she is making huge improvements in the programs and is really an asset to the city. We are very lucky she is working here in Livonia, she always goes above and beyond!

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Repave the walking trail at Mies Park. Plant more trees at the park by Sheldon Pool. Lived in Livonia all but three years of my life moved back because I love Livonia and I want to keep families here. Definitely need more walking and biking paths/dedicated lanes through the city. Don't decrease any green space! Thank you!

City has done a wonderful job keep it up I'd love to see bicycling more strongly accepted and encouraged in Livonia. Going to Europe and many large city's bicycling is huge! Riding my bike around Livonia I get screamed at by drivers and find myself feeling like there is nowhere safe for me to ride. 96 area is the biggest problem. Hines is a great place to ride and it'd be awesome if Livonia created a bike lane or some kind of path connecting to Hines. It would be really great and would enrich many citizens’ lives. Livonia is great! It could improve by adding an outdoor/fitness vibe with walkable and bike-friendly trails from the south to north, east to west, and all throughout the city.

More bike routes. The inner track at the Rec, is breaking apart, (cracking) most predominantly at the corners. Need to view it on an angle, not looking straight down at it. Minimum, the inner ring of track needs to be replaced.

We are glad we live in Livonia. Thank you. Please keep the green spaces.

How do we not have one outdoor basketball court in our park system? I've always thought the city should install a drinking fountain at Bicentennial, along the sidewalk, between the 2 soccer fields west of the Fox Creek entrance. It could be used for soccer and the MANY walkers and runners along the north side of 7 Mile.

Please, I'd rather give my money to Livonia to entertain my special needs son than Canton!!!!

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Help those with special needs. As a previous caregiver, the small things are HUGH.

Your parks are all well taken care of I just LOVE all the Livonia parks, it was one of the selling points when we decided to buy a house here. I love that I can turn down just about any random street and before long come across another park. It's amazing! You are already doing a wonderful job. I'd say in general: more trees, more community events, and more teenage activities�

Keep up the good work! They need better ventilation in the pool area. Chlorine smell is VERY strong. The family rooms need to be cleaned more often The bathrooms at the outdoor pools need to be redone as well as some of the things inside the rec center. Real money needs to be invested.

I would also like to see a community garden added somewhere

Thank you for asking!!

No I used to be a member of the Rec center, but as it got more and more busy, it was tough to find a workout machine regularly. I opted to go to a gym that offered more. I also was always disappointed that the Rec Center wasn't able to offer more evening workout classes for those of us that work 9-5 and can't be there at 10:00am on a weekday. There were lots of classes I wanted to, but simply couldn't, take.

NA Developing a connected system of parks will improve all of the parks. Denmar needs to have a hiking trail through it that is more accessible and not just a random wooded area. Our recreational opportunities should be actively inclusive and strive to involve people with special needs and their families in the planning of what is actually needed. I love walking my dog but I am older and walking in the grassy areas is harder. That is why I would love to see additional paved paths. With the population of Livonia, I am surprised there is no dog park in the city. There are plenty of locations. It would also help bring in additional $$ to the city for dog licenses. The dog park in Hines Park is not very good and not maintained well. Livonia parks are great, especially for adults. The play areas for children need to be updated. Especially Devonaire and Sheldon parks.

More benches at parks. Put a bike path through hull schools land

My son is currently in the playground program and loves it.

Lower membership prices for rec center

Livonia needs to look at other cities and try to cater towards families. The rec center is not enough.

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I take a few classes at the Rec center and although I love the idea of fixing and improving things outside in the parks, I really wish that you would be just as concerned with the equipment inside... I take cycle and the entire class agrees that we should just start bringing in our own tools to fix the seats and other issues... If it wasn't for the awesome instructor we would just take ourselves to planet

fitness. Unfortunately, she won't come:( I don't mean to be difficult but I just wish it didn't take trying out 4 bikes before I can find one that is functional. See my previous comment on offerings. Redesign the parks to better include nature. This would better utilize space, reduce maintenance (less lawn mowing), and provide more diverse "park" activities. There is a lot of unused open space in many of the parks. Acres of just grass and often is it not well mowed. I would suggest planting more trees for shaded areas and increase in wildlife. Create an 18 to 24-hole disc golf course similar to Kensington, Independence lake or Hudson Mills offering.

I love the city of Livonia.

Need a downtown area

We love Livonia! The Rec center is not family friendly. Parents and children can't be in different places at the same time. There is a lot that kids are told they can't do without a parent. I love the Recreation Center. I think it is a great thing for the city. Every visitor I have brought has been super impressed with it. I loved last year’s New Year's Eve party, too.

Clement circle is nice for children but you need a pool open for people who swim for exercise I recently moved to Livonia from Europe. I was shocked to find out this city of 90+ thousand inhabitants doesn't have a downtown area and doesn't have any public transportation. It's such a pity! There is great potential here - a lot of green space, people seem to be nice. But this place misses a bit of 'heart and soul'. It misses a walkable area, some streets with nice shops and cafes, some cozy small flower gardens with benches, patios to meet friends and enjoy the summer evenings. I wish there is something that the public administration could do about that. When did the Livonia Rec Center become the Jack Kirksey Rec Center? If tax payer dollars were used to build the center, tax payers should vote on the name. This may be off topic, but I think overall the parks are okay. It's the transportation system that needs help. We need a public bus system for everyone, not just the SMART one for seniors and disabled people. Livonia is great at helping the older community but not so much with young/middle aged adults like me. I'm 30 and unfortunately I have health and transportation issues but that don't qualify me as disabled. I use my bike when I can but a bus system would greatly help me with my shopping (I barely get out once a month) and help me get a job farther away. Thank you for listening to my feedback.

I am proud of Livonia service for seniors. Special events are appreciated. The city of Livonia does really well providing services for seniors. Senior center for our exercise and bingo, Speaker, trips and gatherings at a well reasonable price. We thank you for that. I only would have love Jack Recreation when my children were growing up. Has lived 58 years in Livonia.

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