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Van Buskirk Park Master Plan
Virtual Public Meeting
June 23, 2021
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Agenda
• Sign In / Introduction 6:00 – 6:20
• Van Buskirk Park Presentation 6:20– 6:50▪ Site Context▪ Site History▪ Project Background ▪ Master Planning Process ▪ Site Programming ▪ Master Plan Program Diagrams
• Question & Answer 6:50 – 7:10• Additional Comments 7:10 – 7:45
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Team Introductions
• City of Stockton
• Design Workshop
• Jeffery F. Gamboni Landscape Architects
• LSA
• BKF
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Guidelines & Etiquette
• Share your ideas on what you would like and not like to see incorporated in the Master Plan alternatives
• All ideas and points of view have value
• Treat each other with respect – everyone brings unique backgrounds, expertise, and insight to the conversation
• Avoid inappropriate language – explain what you need for your interests to be met and for the plan to be a success
• Have fun and participate throughout the presentation during polling questions, through Q&A, and other activities
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Area Context
Parks
Schools
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Site Context
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Existing Uses | Van Buskirk Park
• ADA Accessible Playground • Basketball Court • Baseball Fields • Wall Ball/Hand Ball• Tennis Courts • Soccer Fields• Picnicking/Small Gathering
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Existing Uses | Community Center
• Fitness Room • Meeting
Rooms/Classrooms• Indoor Gym/Basketball
Court • Micro Library
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To change your answer, press buttons for your preferred choice again. The last choice you select will register.
Polling Instructions
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Test Question: How did you get here tonight?
A. CarB. Magic carpet C. Horseback D. Scooter E. WalkF. I’m not here tonight
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How long have you lived in Stockton?
A. Less than 1 year B. 1-5 years C. 6-10 yearsD. 11-20 years E. 21+ years F. I don’t live in Stockton
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How old are you?
A. Under 18B. 18-29C. 30-39D. 40-49E. 50-59F. 60-69G. 70+
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How often do you visit the existing Van Buskirk Community Center?
A. Daily B. A few times a week C. Once a week D. A few times a month E. Once a month F. Never
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How often do you visit the existing Van Buskirk Park?
A. Daily B. A few times a week C. Once a week D. A few times a month E. Once a month F. Never
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Existing Conditions | Seasonal Wetlands
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Existing Conditions | Levee
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Existing Conditions | Golf Course
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Existing Conditions | Buildings & Structures
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Existing Conditions | Parking
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What are your primary activities or purpose when you visit Van Buskirk Community Center & Park?
A. Playground B. Sports Courts C. Sports Fields D. Indoor Gym E. Brown Bag Program F. Supper Meal Program G. Arts & Crafts Classes H. Summer Camps I. Youth Sports J. After School Program
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Park History
• 1961, golf course established
• 1970, nine holes are added, making it a traditional 18-hole course
• 2011, golf course revenue begins to decrease
• 2018, back nine holes are closed
• January 2019, City begins Prop 68 public engagement
• August 31, 2019, golf course closes
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Existing Site & Ongoing Projects
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Prop 68 Proposed Improvement
• Previous Public Engagement • December 19, 2018, Public Meeting • January 5, 2019, Public Meeting
• Programming Highlights • Gathering Spaces• Public Art • Community Garden • Picnic Area • Skate Park • Sports Courts • Outdoor Fitness • Community Stage
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Master Planning Process to Date
• Site Assessment and Tree Inventory
• Stakeholder Meetings and Interviews
• Partnering with the CCC to develop trails and remove hazard trees
• Prepared preliminary program diagrams based on input
• Public meeting tonight to review and discuss
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What We’ve Heard: Stakeholder Input
Conversation highlights:
• Safety at Van Buskirk is very important
• Gathering spaces are needed• Support local schools and
community groups through expanded recreation
• Recreation opportunities for variety of age groups
Stakeholder Groups: • Conway Homes Residential Council • San Joaquin Housing Authority • Jobs Plus Employment Center • Kipp Charter School • District 6 City Council • Reinvent South Stockton Coalition • STAND Affordable Housing • Visionary Home Builders • San Joaquin County Public Health
Services • REACH of Stockton
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Guiding Principles
Develop a long-term sustainable park
Activate the park through diverse recreation and
park amenities
Create gathering spaces that encourage community ownership and investment
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Restoration & Education
Native Plantings
Educational Signage
Wetland Restoration
Wetland Restoration Levee Improvements
Educational Signage
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Day Uses
Passive Nature Observation
Educational Opportunities
Picnicking
Trails Trails
Birdwatching
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Events
Family Parties & Picnics Arts/Entertainment
Food Truck Roundups Community/Cultural Events
Sporting Events
Weddings
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What kind of events and gathering spaces would you most use? (Choose three)
A. Community & cultural events B. Wedding venue, large gathering space C. Food truck round ups D. Family picnics, small gathering space E. Sporting events F. Arts & entertainment G. No additional gathering spaces are needs H. Other – fill out on Comment Card
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Organized Activities
Golf Training Dog Park Disc Golf
Native Contemplative Garden Community GardenOutdoor Exercise Classes
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What organized activities would you most use? (Choose two)
A. Golf trainingB. Dog parkC. Disc golfD. Native contemplative garden E. Outdoor exercise classesF. Community gardenG. NoneH. Other – fill out on Comment Card
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Organized Facilities
Skate Park Mountain Bike Pump Track
BMX Course Water Play/Splash Pad Fishing Pond
Outdoor Fitness Equipment
Playground
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What organized facilities would you most use? (Choose two)
A. Skate park B. Outdoor fitness courseC. Mountain bike pump trackD. BMX trackE. Water play/ splash padF. Playground G. Fishing pond H. None I. Other – fill out on Comment Card
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Indoor Facilities
Small Event Spaces Café/Coffee Shop
Nature/Educational Center
Large Event Spaces
Public Art Restrooms
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What kind of indoor facilities would you most use? (Choose two)
A. Education & Nature Center B. Café/Coffee Shop C. Large Event Space- community events, large family parties D. Small Event Space- classroom/meeting roomsE. Public Art F. RestroomsG. NoneH. Other – fill out on Comment Card
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Sports Courts
Pickleball Courts
Multipurpose Courts Four Square
Basketball
Volleyball
Basketball
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What type of sports courts would you most use? (Choose two)
A. Basketball B. Pickleball C. Four Square D. Tennis E. VolleyballF. None
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Sports Fields
Multi-Use Fields Soccer
BaseballFootballSoftball
Lacrosse
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What type of sports fields would you most use? (Choose two)
A. BaseballB. Softball C. Football D. Soccer E. Lacrosse F. None
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Alternative 1
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Alternative 2
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Alternative 3
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POLLING QUESTION
12. What most excites you
about the three alternatives
presented?
Submit your answers on Comment Card Alternative 1
Alternative 3Alternative 2
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POLLING QUESTION
13. What is missing from the
three alternatives
presented?
Submit your answers on Comment Card Alternative 1
Alternative 3Alternative 2
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Next Steps
• Project Timeline
• Alternative Concepts: Spring/Summer 2021
• Preferred Alternative: Summer 2021
• Environmental Review: Summer/Fall 2021
• Prepare Master Plan Document: Fall 2021
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Questions & Answers
Please Contact Trevor Wilson or Sara Fallahi with any further questions• [email protected]• [email protected]