Comprehensive Parks and
RecreaƟon Master Plan
January 2015
Town of Archer Lodge
Comprehensive Parks and
RecreaƟon Master Plan
January 2015
Town of Archer Lodge
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgements
Execu ve Summary
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
Introduc on
Popula on and Demographics
Socio-economic Trends
Town Government
Land Use and Zoning
Town History
Cultural and Historical Resources
Regional Transporta on
Community Health
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NATURAL RESOURCES
Geography
Climate
Topography
Soils
Hydrology
Land Cover
Flora and Fauna
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ANALYSIS OF EXISTING PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES
Exis ng Facili es and Programs
Special Events
Johnston County Parks and Recrea on
Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Offered by Other Towns
Regional Connec ons
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RECREATION STANDARDS AND COMMUNITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Introduction
National Survey on Recreation and the Environment
Recrea on Trends and Projec ons
Needs Assessment
Recrea onal Demand in Johnston County
Public Input
Parks and Recrea on Survey
Public Mee ng
Currently Underserved Areas
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MASTER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS
Introduction
Parks and Recreation Goals and Objectives
Priority 1: Archer Lodge Town Park
Action Steps
Summary
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APPENDICES
Appendix A: Public Meeting Minutes
Appendix B: Parks and Recreation Survey
Appendix C: Parks and Recreation Survey Results
Appendix D: Funding Opportunities and Creative Partnerships
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Town of Archer Lodge
Mike Gordon, Town Mayor
Clyde Castleberry, Town Council Member
J. Mark Jackson, Town Council Member
MaƩ Mulhollem, Town Council Member
Mark Wilson, Town Council Member
C.L. Gobble, Town Manager
Bob Clark, Planning & Zoning Administrator
Jean Overton, Town Clerk
Consultant
Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC
Susan M. Hatchell, FASLA, PLA, LEED AP
Jennifer Steed
Rachel Wilson
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Introduction
The Town of Archer Lodge, incorporated in 2009, is North Carolina’s newest
town. Located in northern Johnston County, Archer Lodge offers small town
charm and close proximity to Research Triangle Park. These factors have led
to rapid growth in and around Archer Lodge. The Town does not currently
offer any recrea on facili es or programs, relying on a non-profit en ty which
has operated the Archer Lodge Community Center since 1963. The Town is
ac vely seeking funding through the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund (PARTF)
to purchase land for their first park.
Johnston County currently ranks 76th out of 100 North Carolina coun es in
“health behaviors” such as diet and exercise1. Parks and recrea on ac vi es
greatly benefit public health by assis ng in the reduc on of obesity rates
as well as by helping to lower blood pressure and reducing the effects of
a en on deficit disorder (ADD). Parks and recrea on programs may also
reduce feelings of isola on and depression. These posi ve effects on public
health lead to both lower health care costs and healthy, stable communi es.
Parks and recrea on facili es also benefit communi es in economic,
environmental and social ways. Parks increase property values, tax bases
and tax revenue. They may increase business and tourism and improve air
and water quality. They promote accessibility, improve public safety and
encourage intergenera onal equity. Finally, parks encourage community
par cipa on, social interac on and general wellness.
Existing Conditions
Archer Lodge has a slightly younger popula on than the State and a higher
percentage of households including children under the age of 18. Due to a
slightly younger popula on and many more families with children, the Town
has a higher demand for exercise and recrea on.
Goals and land use principles related to recrea on opportuni es for residents
are addressed in the Town’s 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The Town
has an open space requirement for all large residen al subdivisions. In lieu
of providing open space, developers may pay a fee to the Town to be used
solely for the acquisi on of land for or development of parks and recrea on
facili es by the Town.
Natural Resources
The humid subtropical climate experienced by Archer Lodge is ideal for
outdoor recrea on. The Town is located in a fairly flat area with only slight
varia ons in slope. The topography and general soil proper es of the area are
suitable for recrea onal development.
1 h p://www.johnstonnc.com/files/health/2014Countyhealthranking.pdf
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The Town is located in between Buffalo Creek and the Neuse River. Streams
and rivers make great corridors for greenways and offer poten al regional
connec ons for the Town.
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Existing Recreational Facilities and Programs
Current recrea onal facili es and programs within the Town of Archer Lodge
are limited to those found at the Archer Lodge Community Center and the
Archer Lodge Middle School. Baseball and soccer programs are offered by the
Community Center but this facility is not owned or operated by the Town. It
has been operated by a non-profit en ty since 1963.
Because of the high demand and low supply of recrea on facili es in the
Town, many residents u lize the facili es and programs offered by other
towns nearby.
Recreation Standards and Community Needs Assessment
Recrea on trends and projec ons from the Na onal Survey on Recrea on
and the Environment (NSRE) are fairly consistent with the needs and desires
of Archer Lodge residents determined by public input methods. According
to area and facility standards set by the Na onal Recrea on and Park
Associa on (NRPA), Archer Lodge is not mee ng the recrea onal demands of
its popula on.
While auto-centric development pa erns make it less safe to walk, bike
and play outdoors, residents need safe places to exercise and to play. As
the popula on in and around the Town of Archer Lodge con nues to grow,
available open space and land is rapidly diminishing. The need to acquire land
for parks and recrea on facili es is more important now than ever.
Master Plan Recommendations
There is a great need for parks and recrea on facili es in the Town. This need
will con nue to grow as the area becomes more developed and populated.
Archer Lodge is currently seeking grant money for its first town park. The
proposed site is located at the intersec on of Wall Road and Wendell Road. A
consultant has produced a master plan that includes two ball fields, a mul purpose field, soccer and football fields, a playground, tennis and basketball
courts, restrooms and concessions, parking and a shelter.
The Town will con nue to seek funding from a variety of sources (outlined
in Appendix C) to develop parks, greenways and other recrea onal facili es.
Because the Town does not currently own or operate any recrea onal facili es
and the area is rapidly growing and developing, land acquisi on is the top
priority. Based on the loca on of the exis ng Archer Lodge Community Center
and subdivisions in and around the Town, development of a park or other
recrea on facili es is suggested in each of the four quadrants shown to the
le . The Town will also strive to promote walking and biking through the
implementa on of greenways and other trails.
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Archer Lodge will work towards crea ng a Parks and Recrea on Department
with staff. A “vision” or marke ng plan will be developed for the department
and signs and other wayfinding devices will be installed as parks and other
Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan
facili es are developed.
It will take a great deal of me and funding to acquire land and develop
new parks and recrea on facili es. In the mean me, the Town will seek
partnerships with local schools in order to establish joint-use agreements that
may allow for town use of school recrea on facili es.
Ac on steps for moving forward are listed below:
• Adopt the Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on
Master Plan
• Acquire park land with town funds and grants
• Develop parks, greenways, and other recrea onal facili es in
phases to address urgent demands and seek connec vity with
adjacent communi es
• Establish poten al partnerships
• Start a Parks and Recrea on Department with a Director
• Formalize a marke ng plan or “vision” for parks and recrea on
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
Introduction
The Town of Archer Lodge is located in northern Johnston County. The Town’s
10.24 square miles make up 17% of the Wilders Township. Archer Lodge lies
between the towns of Clayton and Wendell and is 22 miles from Raleigh.
It is located within the Research Triangle Regional Partnership economic
development region and is within forty miles of other major urban centers
such as Cary, Durham, Goldsboro, and Wilson. See Figure 1.1 for a regional
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With a current popula on of 4,516, Archer Lodge is the fourth largest
municipality in Johnston County (2013 US Census es mate). The popula on
of the area has nearly doubled in the past ten years. Popula on projec ons
for the Town itself are limited due to the fact that Archer Lodge has only been
incorporated since 2009.
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There are many subdivisions outside of the town limits that should be
considered part of the Town’s service area. Because no recrea onal facili es
or programs are offered by Johnston County, residents of these subdivisions
rely on the programs of nearby towns. The popula on of the broader Wilders
Township should be used as a more accurate number for which to plan for
recrea onal needs.
According to the Johnston County Planning Department’s website, the
popula on of the Wilders township is 18,083 (2010 US Census). A small part
of the Town of Clayton lies within the Township and should not be included in
the Archer Lodge service area popula on. For this reason, we have decided
to use the 2010 popula on of the Township as the current popula on of the
Archer Lodge service area. The service area currently makes up 10% of the
popula on of the County. See the chart below.
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PopulaƟon
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a Percentage of
Johnston County
177,967
10.16%
The popula on of Johnston County is projected to reach 222,074 by 2030
(North Carolina Office of State Budget and Management). If the popula on
of Wilders Township grows as a constant percentage of the County, the 2030
popula on can be es mated at 22,563.
The distribu on of males and females in Archer Lodge is about even (49.2%
male, 50.8% female). The median age in the Town is 35.4, slightly younger than
the state median age of 37.6. The largest percentage of the popula on within
the town is between 35 and 44 years old. Furthermore, 44.4% of households
include children under the age of 18, compared to only 29.6% of households
in the state. (2009-2013 American Community Survey 5-Year Es mates)
According to the American Heart Associa on, children need 60 minutes of
ac ve play every day, while adults need 30 minutes of moderate exercise five
mes a week. Due to a slightly younger popula on and many more families
with children, the Town has a higher demand for exercise and recrea onal
ac vi es. Furthermore, the community needs recrea onal facili es and
programs for both adults and children.
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Socio-economic Trends
Archer Lodge has a higher percentage of high school graduates and a higher
percentage of the popula on with Bachelor’s degrees than the rest of Johnston
County. However, the percentage with Bachelor’s degrees is lower than both
state and na onal averages. The percentage of high school graduates is higher
than state and na onal averages.
The median household income for the Town of Archer Lodge is $68,154,
compared to $49,711 for Johnston County. The Town’s unemployment
rate is 9.2%, compared to 11.2% in Johnston County. (2009-2013 American
Community Survey)
Town Government
The Town of Archer Lodge is governed by an elected Mayor and Town Council.
The Town Council is made up of five members, one of whom is elected as the
Mayor Pro Tem. Currently, the Town Clerk is the only full me staff. The Town
Manager and Town Planner posi ons are fulfilled by contracted services.
Archer Lodge has a town website and a Facebook page that can be accessed
at: h p://townofarcherlodge.com/ and h ps://www.facebook.com/
townofarcherlodge
Land Use and Zoning
The Town of Archer Lodge is zoned primarily as Agricultural Residen al and
Single Family Residen al. The proposed zoning map for the Town can be found
in Figure 1.2. There are two isolated areas of manufactured homes as well as
small areas of offices, ins tu onal buildings and community businesses.
The majority of development in the Town is zoned Residen al Agriculture
which requires a 30,000 square foot minimum lot size. Residences within
Archer Lodge are single-family detached homes and most are situated on a
cul-de-sac subdivision street system. Single-family homes on larger lots can
be found along the major rural roads. Housing density ranges from one to
one and a half units per acre while lot sizes are typically between 30,000 and
46,000 square feet.
A 2,500 lot subdivision is proposed five miles from the center of Archer Lodge.
This will further increase the pressure on the Town to provide services for the
many residents living outside the town limits.
111.29 acres of restricted open space within the Town limits have been set
aside in order to meet open space requirements within subdivisions.
Commercial developments include two large parcels which house the C.E.
Barnes General Store and Boyle es’ Loop Road Mini Storage as well as
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numerous smaller businesses sca ered throughout the Town. Land that has
been developed for ins tu onal and governmental uses as well as u li es
includes the Community Center, public schools, churches, cemeteries, and
government buildings. The only industrial property within the Town limits is
owned by Sand Rock LLC on Cecil Road.
41% of the Town’s land is developed. The breakdown of land uses on
developed land is as follows:
Land Use: Percent of Total Acreage
Agriculture/Forest
Residen al
Restricted Open Space
Ins tu onal/Governmental/U li es
Commercial
Industrial
Source: Archer Lodge 2030
Comprehensive Land Use Plan
Figure 1.2 Town of Archer Lodge Zoning Map - Not to Scale
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The Archer Lodge 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan was recommended to
the Planning Board on October 14, 2014. The Vision Statement of the Plan is:
“Today and into the future the Town of Archer Lodge, will be a peaceful,
family oriented, acƟve community that looks to retain our small-town,
agricultural character, meeƟng the needs of our current and future residents
and businesses.”
The primary goal of the 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan is to encourage
mixed-use development that is compa ble with the small town character
of Archer Lodge. The following land use principles are stated as a means of
accomplishing this goal:
- Provide a high level of recrea onal facili es, services and programs
- Support a vibrant downtown with a village mo f
- Enhance the workforce by crea ng and retaining jobs
Establishing a Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan and increasing
parks and recrea on facili es will fulfill two of these three land use principles.
The 2030 Comprehensive Land Use Plan makes several other recommenda ons
to improve recrea onal opportuni es in Archer Lodge. It outlines goals
such as offering diverse and con nually improving leisure and recrea onal
opportuni es for all ci zens and recommends crea ng and alloca ng an
annual budget to contribute to a Town recrea onal capital improvement
fund. The Plan also encourages ac ve and passive open space connec vity as
well as a fee for developers of subdivisions in lieu of open space provision or
dedica on.
Open space requirements for all major subdivision residen al developments
can be found in the Town’s Subdivision Ordinance. Open space or recrea on
areas to suit residents’ common ac ve or passive recrea onal uses are required
or the developer must pay a fee to the Town. The fee, specified in the Town’s
annual schedule of fees, is mul plied by the number of dwelling units in the
subdivision. Any payment made in lieu of fulfilling open space requirements
shall be used by the Town solely for the acquisi on or development of open
space, park sites or other recrea onal facili es to serve residents of Archer
Lodge.
The Ordinance states that the open space or recrea onal area shall be at least
15 percent of the total gross land area of the development. A reduc on in the
minimum required acreage may be allowed if ameni es are proposed but
must be approved by the planning board. Addi onally, if the open space will
be less than two acres, the planning board shall determine if a fee is required.
Unless otherwise approved by the planning board, required open space within
subdivisions shall be con guous and should be located as to border exis ng
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open space or adjacent developments whenever possible. The Ordinance
also states that all open space must be pedestrian accessible.
Any wetlands, riparian or stream buffer areas or overhead u lity easements
located within major subdivisions must be designated as common open space
but do not count towards the amount of required open space. This is beneficial
to the Town, as these areas o en make good loca ons for greenways. These
requirements should allow for the establishment of greenway connec ons
throughout Archer Lodge. As the Town develops, these connec ons can and
should be expanded outward to reach regional recrea onal resources.
Town History
Archer Lodge may be North Carolina’s newest incorporated town but the
community has been in existence for over 150 years. A Masonic Lodge, Archer
No. 157, was established in 1854 in what was then called Creachville. The
Lodge was adjacent to the current loca on of the C.E. Barnes Grocery at
the Town’s main intersec on. Burned by Union troops during the Civil War,
a duplicate charter for the Lodge was issued with the new designa on of
Archer Lodge No. 165. While the mee ng place for the Lodge was moved to
the Corinth-Holders community, the name stuck.
Archer Lodge prides itself on being a fun, family-oriented community. A
mul tude of community events, many of which occur annually, help raise
money for town clean-ups and work at the Archer Lodge Community Center.
Cultural and Historical Resources
Archer Lodge Middle School is the only school within the town limits. East
Clayton Elementary, River Dell Elementary, Riverwood Elementary and Middle
Schools, and Corinth-Holders Elementary and High Schools are located outside
of the town limits but within the limits of Wilders Township.
Three churches exist within the town limits: White Oak Bap st Church,
Clayton Community Church, and The Dwelling Place. There are many other
churches within the Township including Clyde’s Chapel Bap st Church, Salem
Church and Pineville Church. The building that currently houses the White Oak
Bap st Church was dedicated in 1959, one hundred years a er the founding
of the original church. Originally called Archer Lodge Bap st Church, the
congrega on met at the Masonic Lodge for its first 23 years.
The Town is home to two old county stores, David Paces Grocery, which
resembles an old-fashioned general store and C.E. Barnes Grocery, which has
been in opera on by the same family for over 150 years.
Addi onally, the Archer Lodge Community Center hosts many community
events as well as Boy Scout and Cub Scout troops.
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Regional Transportation
Interstates I-95 and I-40 are easily accessible from NC Highway 42, which is just
south of Archer Lodge. The Town is also in close proximity to US Highways 64
and 70. Residents can travel to the Raleigh area in thirty minutes via Highway
64 or Faye eville in an hour and ten minutes via I-95. These routes are shown
in Figure 1.3, Regional Transporta on Map.
Community Health
According to Johnston County’s 2013 State of the County Health Report,
the leading cause of death in the County is heart disease. The report places
obesity at the top of the Priority Health Issues list.
Johnston County ranked 39th out of 100 North Carolina coun es in overall
health factors (countyhealthrankings.com). Health factors include health
behaviors, clinical care, social and economic factors and physical environment.
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In the health behaviors category, however, the County ranked 76th. Health
behaviors include tobacco and alcohol use and diet and exercise. Diet and
exercise is figured by evalua ng adult obesity, access to healthy food, physical
inac vity and access to exercise opportuni es.
71.6 percent of adults were overweight or obese in Johnston County in 2011,
compared to 65.1 percent in North Carolina (2013 State of the County Health
Report). Ac on items to address obesity in the County include increasing the
availability of Farmers Markets and access to healthy food while increasing
opportuni es for exercise. A new Farmers Market is set to open in the spring
of 2015.
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NATURAL RESOURCES
Geography
Johnston County straddles the fall line between the Coastal Plain and the
Piedmont Plateau of North Carolina. The northwestern por on of the county,
which includes the Town of Archer Lodge, lies in the Piedmont, characterized
by gently rolling hills. At the fall line, the land transi ons to the more gradually
sloping, sandy soil of the Coastal Plain. See Figure 2.1, North Carolina
Physiographic Map
Climate
The humid subtropical climate of this region is ideal for outdoor recrea onal
ac vi es. The area is known for rela vely high temperatures and evenly
distributed precipita on year round. Summers can be we er due to more
frequent thunderstorms. From July to September, the Archer Lodge area
receives an average of five inches of precipita on per month (46.43 inches
per year). Even during drier months, the area receives an average of more
than three inches per month. The average daily minimum temperature in
January for the Archer Lodge area is 28 degrees Fahrenheit (F). The average
daily maximum temperature in July is 89 degrees F. The annual average
maximum temperature is 71.4 degrees F. The annual minimum temperature
is 47.9 degrees F. The prevailing summer winds come from the south and
southwest while prevailing winter winds come from the north and northeast.
The average annual snowfall for the area is three inches.
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Topography
Because Johnston County is located par ally in the Piedmont and par ally in
the Coastal Plain, eleva ons vary greatly from the southeast to the northwest.
Topography for the area around Archer Lodge is shown in Figure 2.2. Eleva ons
range from 31 feet along the Neuse River to 120 feet at the highest point. See
Figure 2.3, Eleva on Map. The Town is located in a fairly flat area with only
slight varia ons in slope, making it ideal for recrea onal development.
Figure 2.4, Slope Analysis Map, shows zero to six percent slopes as shades
of green. Generally, these areas were once used or are currently used for
agriculture. These gentle slopes are most suitable for development. Moderate
slopes of six to ten percent are shown as shades of yellow. Development in
these areas may be limited due to poten al soil erosion. Steep slopes, greater
than ten percent, are shown in shades of red and generally occur along
streams. Development in these areas should be avoided. The data for the
slope analysis is based on Light Detec on and Ranging (LIDAR). Site specific
topographic surveys should be conducted prior to any design implementa on.
Legend
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Soils
Johnston County contains 57 different soil classifica ons. The primary soil
types found within the Town of Archer Lodge are the Norfolk series, Cecil
series, and Wedowee series.
The Norfolk series (NoA) is a loamy sand soil typically found on zero to one
percent slopes. It is suitable for most urban and recrea onal uses but may
be limited by wetness in the lower part of the subsoil and its moderate
permeability.
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The Cecil series (CeB) is a cecil loam soil found on slopes of two to six percent.
It is also suitable for most urban and recrea onal uses. However, the clayey
subsoil could affect some types of sanitary facili es and shallow excava ons.
The Wedowee series (WoB) is a sandy loam typically found on slopes of two
to eight percent. It is suitable for most urban and recrea onal uses although
some urban uses may be limited by its moderate shrink-swell poten al.
Addi onally, its moderate permeability may be a limita on for sep c tank
absorp on fields.
All three soil types are suitable for recrea on with few limita ons that would
affect use and management. The following chart shows how each is suited to
Source: Johnston County General Soil different types of recrea onal development:
Johnston County Soil Map - Not to Scale
Map, U.S. Department of Agriculture: Soil
Conserva on Service
Camp Areas Picnic Areas Playgrounds Paths and Trails
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Slight: Soil proper es are generally favorable for the specified use. Any
limita ons are minor and are easy to overcome.
Moderate: Any limita ons can be alleviated or overcome with proper design
and planning or through special maintenance.
Sources: Soil Survey of Johnston County, North Carolina, U.S. Department of
Agriculture, Soil Conserva on Service, October 1994 (pages 123-125); 2030
Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the Town of Archer Lodge
Hydrology
All but a small part of Johnston County is located in the Neuse River Basin.
The Neuse River Basin is home to 3,880 miles of streams and rivers and 74
municipali es, including the Town of Archer Lodge.
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Archer Lodge is located within subbasin number 6, which also includes the
Town of Wendell and most of Zebulon. The subbasin is made up of the Li le
River and Buffalo Creek watersheds. The Town of Archer Lodge is part of the
Buffalo Creek Watershed. A hydrological map is shown in Figure 2.5.
A small part of the southwestern por on of the Town is classified as a Water
Supply Watershed (WS-IV NSW) area. A WS-IV Watershed is defined as “waters
used as sources of water supply for drinking, culinary, or food processing
purposes for those users where a more protec ve WS-I or WS-II classifica on
is not feasible.” The State requires municipali es to implement development
controls within any watershed designated to serve as a public water supply.
Hydrology can be a limi ng factor for ac ve recrea on development due to
restric ons, required buffers and buffer regula on. However, streams and
rivers can provide beau ful greenway routes and connec ons.
Legend
= City Limits
= Major Roads
= 5’ Contours
= Water
= Floodplain
Figure 2.5 Hydrology Map - 1” = 5,000 feet
5,000
2,500
0
5,000
Scale: 1” = 5,000 feet
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Land Cover
59 percent of the land within the Town of Archer Lodge is used for agriculture
or is forested. The remaining 41 percent is developed. The distribu on of
cleared land, forests, marshland, and water can be seen in Figure 2.6, Land
Cover Map.
Flora and Fauna
Dry coniferous woodlands including hardwood tree species such as oak,
hickory, sweetgum, and red maple can be found in and around Archer
Lodge. Early succession forests and pine stands can also be found around
the many agricultural fields and pastures in the area. Floodplain forests
include sycamore, river birch, and tulip poplar species. Various bird species,
bats, squirrels, rabbits, snakes and raccoons can be found in the area. Larger
mammals include foxes, coyotes, and white-tail deer.
Legend
= Cleared
= Forested
= Marsh
= Water
Figure 2.6 Land Cover Map - 1” = 5,000 feet
5,000
2,500
Scale: 1” = 5,000 feet
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0
5,000
3
ANALYSIS OF EXISTING PARKS & RECREATION FACILITIES
Existing Facilities and Programs
The Town of Archer Lodge does not currently offer any recrea onal ac vi es
or athle c programs. These services are offered by the non-profit Archer
Lodge Community Center, Inc. located at 14009 Buffalo Road.
The Community Center offers an amphitheater, ball field, basketball court,
picnic shelter, playground, tennis court, and a third of a mile walking trail.
Addi onally, the Community Center building may be rented for par es,
reunions and other events.
There are limited recrea onal facili es available at select schools and
churches in and around the Town. Located within the Town limits, the Archer
Lodge Middle School offers two baseball/so ball fields and a soccer field.
Archer Lodge Community Center Building
The Archer Lodge Community Center offers a coed soccer program during
the spring and fall for children ages 4-13. They also offer the Archer Lodge
Baseball League during the summer. T-ball, coach pitch, and kid pitch
programs are offered for children ages 4-10.
Unfortunately, due to lack of facilities, these programs can only extend
to children 13 years old and younger (10 and younger for baseball).
According to the 2010 US Census, there are 342 children between the
Archer Lodge
Middle School
Ball Field at the Archer Lodge Community
Center
Archer Lodge
Community Center
Figure 3.1 Map of ExisƟng Parks and RecreaƟon FaciliƟes
Legend
= Exis ng Parks
and Recrea on
Facili es
Playground at the Archer Lodge
Community Center
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ages of 10-14, the majority of whom are too old to play in the existing
baseball league and some of whom are too old to play in the existing
soccer program. There are 296 teenagers between the ages of 15-19 who
are unable to participate in either program due to age (2010 US Census).
For this reason, many Archer Lodge families must search for recreation
programs outside of the Town. Furthermore, in families with more than
one child, once the oldest child ages out, it is often easier to move the
entire family to another program.
Special Events
The largest special event in Archer Lodge is the Annual Family Fun Day on July
4th. Ac vi es include a pig cook-off, 5K Road Race/Walk and a parade as well
as food, music, and games. The day ends with a fireworks show put on by the
Fire Department.
The Town of Archer Lodge, along with the Community Center and White Oak
Bap st Church, also offer an annual Christmas Parade. Following the parade
is a celebra on including train rides, pictures with Santa, a tree ligh ng
ceremony, music, and children’s ac vi es.
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KNIGHTDALE
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Legend
= Archer Lodge
= Clayton
= Knightdale
= Wendell
= Zebulon
Figure 3.2 Town Comparison
Context Map
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N
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Set to open in the spring of 2015, the Archer Lodge Farmers Market will offer
locally grown produce. A Holiday Homegrown + Homemade Market was held
in November 2014 to increase awareness and get town residents excited
about the future farmers market.
Johnston County Parks and Recreation
Johnston County does not have a Parks and Recrea on Department. However,
these services are offered by departments in Benson, Clayton, Smithfield,
Selma, and Kenly. The Johnston County Tourism Authority and the Sports
Council have begun a Parks and Recrea on Master Plan for the County. The
purpose of the Master Plan is to inventory exis ng parks and recrea on
facili es and iden fy future needs of the County as it grows.
A Live, Work, Play Analysis of the County and its 11 municipali es has already
been conducted as a part of the Master Plan project.
Recreational Facilities and Programs Offered by Other
Towns
Archer Lodge is in close proximity to many other small towns. Figure 3.2,
Town Comparison Context Map, shows the loca on of four towns in rela on
to Archer Lodge. A comparison has been made to the parks and recrea onal
facili es and programs offered in Wendell, Clayton, Knightdale, and Zebulon.
See Figure 3.3, Recrea onal Facili es Comparison.
Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Clayton
Knightdale
Wendell
Zebulon
Archer Lodge
1869
1927
1903
1907
2009
17,694
13,291
6,135
4,597
4,516
13.51 square miles 6.21 square miles
5.20 square miles
4.23 square miles
10.24 square miles
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
(Updated 2013)
Yes
(2010)
Yes
(2010)
No
Yes
January 2015
•Clayton
Community
Center
•Community Park
•East Clayton
Community Park
•East Clayton Dog
Park
•Municipal Park
•Legend Park
•All Star Park
•The Clayton
Center
•Knightdale Sta on
•Harper Park
•Environmental
Park
•Community Park
•Mingo Creek Park
•Knightdale
Recrea on Center
•Knightdale
Community Pool
& Clubhouse
•Wendell Park and
Community
Center
•J. Ashley Wall
Towne Square
•Lake Myra School
Fields
•(6) addi onal
facili es
maintained in
conjunc on with
Wake County
Public Schools
•Zebulon
•Archer Lodge
Community Park
Community
•Whitley Park
Center*
•Li le River Park
•Gill Street Park
•Zebulon
Elementary School
Park
•Wakelon School
Park
•Zebulon
*operated by a nonCommunity Center profit en ty, not the
Town
Adult Athle c •Men’s So ball
•Coed Soccer
Programs
•Men’s So ball
•Coed So ball
•Coed Kickball
•Men’s Basketball
•Ul mate Frisbee
•Soccer
•Flag Football
•Church So ball
•Coed So ball
•Coed Volleyball
n/a
n/a
Youth
Athle c
Programs
•Baseball (ages
7-17)
•So ball (7-17)
•T-Ball (5-6)
•Coed Soccer (4-7)
•Girls Volleyball
(9-14)
•Basketball (7-18)
•Baseball
(ages 7-17)
•So ball (7-15)
•Coed Baseball
(4-6)
•Basketball (5-17)
•T-Ball (ages 3-4)
•Coach Pitch (5-6)
•Baseball (7-14)
•So ball (7-12)
•Girls Volleyball
(7-14)
•Basketball (3-17)
•T-Ball (ages 4-6)
•Baseball (7-14)
•So ball (7-15)
•T-Ball (ages 4-6)
•Baseball (7-12)
•Soccer (4-13)
•A erschool
programs and
camps
•Art classes
•Fitness/dance
classes
•Senior programs
•Specialty classes
and workshops
•A erschool and
summer camps
•Various classes
and programs
•Select classes
•Summer camps
•Wendell Running
Club
•Adult fitness
classes
•School’s Out
ac vi es
•Senior ac vi es
•Summer camps
•Youth fitness
and gymnas cs
programs
Incorporated
Popula on
Area
Parks & Rec.
Department?
Parks & Rec.
Master Plan?
Parks & Rec.
Facili es
•Tennis
Other Parks
& Rec.
Programs
*operated by a nonprofit en ty, not the
Town
n/a
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Clayton
Knightdale
Wendell
Greenways
and Trails
•Sam’s Branch
Greenway (1.25
miles)
•Clayton River
Walk on the
Neuse (4 miles)
•Mingo Creek Trail •Hugh T. Moody
(3.5 miles)
Nature Trail (2
•Knighdale
miles)
Environmental
Park Trail (n/a)
•Knightdale Sta on
Trails (1.32 miles)
•Community Park
Trails (n/a)
Regional
Connec ons
•North Carolina
•Neuse River
Mountains-to-Sea Greenway Trail
Trail
•East Coast
Greenway
n/a
Zebulon
Archer Lodge
•Zebulon
•AL Community
Community Park
Center Walking
Walking Trails (n/a) Trail (.33 miles)
•Zebulon
Elementary School
Park Walking Path
(n/a)
*operated by a nonprofit en ty, not the
Town
n/a
n/a
Figure 3.3 RecreaƟonal FaciliƟes Comparison
Regional ConnecƟons
There are many recrea onal resources nearby that could serve the residents
of Archer Lodge if connected via greenways or other trails. Regional trails
include the Neuse River Trail, the North Carolina Mountains-to-Sea Trail and
Wake County greenways. Other recrea onal resources include:
• East Clayton Community Park
• Clayton River Walk
• Legend Park (Clayton)
• Municipal Park (Clayton)
• Wendell Park
• Corinth Holders High School (Wendell)
• Wake County Parks and Open Space (Future Lake Myra County Park and
Turnipseed Nature Preserve)
• Deep River Brewing (Clayton - part of the Johnston County Beer, Wine and
Shine Trail)
These poten al regional connec ons as well as exis ng and proposed
recrea on facili es in the Town of Archer Lodge are shown in Figure 3.4,
Regional Connec ons Map.
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Park
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Legend
WENDELL
Poplar
Creek
Future
Lake Myra
County
Park
Neuse River
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= County Line
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Future
Turnipseed
Nature
Preserve
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Archer Lodge
Community
Center
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= Roads
Y
= Wake County Open
Space
Lake
Wendell
Corinth Holders
High School
= Wake County Exis ng
and Proposed
Greenways
= Proposed NC
Mountains-to-Sea Trail
and Spurs
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= Archer Lodge
= Municipali es
alo
Buff
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= East Coast Greenway
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ARCHER
LODGE
= Clayton River Walk
= Clayton Parks
= Wendell Parks
Legend Park
= Wendell Proposed
Greenways
Municipal Park
Deep River Brewing
= Proposed On Road
Bike/Ped Facili es
42
CLAYTON
42
= Knightdale Parks
East Clayton
Community
Park
= Zebulon Parks
Ne
us
Pa
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dle
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Ri
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Tra
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= Other Recrea onal
Resources
= Water
Figure 3.4 Regional ConnecƟons Map - Not to Scale
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4
RECREATION STANDARDS AND COMMUNITY NEEDS
ASSESSMENT
Introduction
Several methods were used to determine the recrea onal needs of the Archer
Lodge community. Na onal recrea on standards and recrea on trends as well
as methods specific to the Town, such as a Parks and Recrea on Survey and
public mee ng were u lized. The results of the assessment showed a great
desire and need for more ball fields. The Town is also in need of addi onal
trail mileage, picnic shelters and playgrounds.
National Survey on Recreation and the Environment
The Na onal Survey on Recrea on and the Environment (NSRE), originally
the Na onal Recrea on Survey (NRS), was created in 1960 by the Outdoor
Recrea on Resources Review Commission (ORRRC). The NSRE is an in-thehome survey of par cipa on in outdoor recrea on in the United States. It is
currently conducted by phone. Of the 90,000 Americans surveyed between
2002 and 2007, approximately 3,000 were North Carolinians.
Recreation Trends and Projections
According to the Na onal Survey on Recrea on and the Environment
(NSRE), the most popular outdoor recrea on ac vi es among North Carolina
residents are:
1. Walking for pleasure (82%)
2. Family gathering (74.6%)
3. Gardening or landscaping (65.4%)
4. Driving for pleasure (58.2%)
5. View/photo natural scenery (57%)
6. Visit nature centers (52.9%)
7. Sightseeing (52.9%)
8. Picnicking (50%)
9. A end sports event (48.6%)
10. Visit a beach (44.2%)
11. Visit historic sites (43.1%)
12. View/photo wildlife (43%)
Needs Assessment
According to the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the
most commonly accepted standard for park acreage is 10 acres of parkland
per 1,000 population. Based on the 2013 US Census population of 4,516,
Archer Lodge needs about 45 acres of parkland to support its residents.
Figure 4.1, NRPA Areas and Facilities Standards, lists the recommendations
of the NRPA for selected recreational facilities in relation to population.
The standards have then been compared to the facilities in Archer Lodge
given the current service area population of 18,083 as well as the projected
2030 population.
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AcƟvity
Standard/
PopulaƟon
Baseball (adult and
high school)
Baseball (youth)
Basketball (outdoor)
Football field
Picnic shelters
Playgrounds
Soccer fields
So ball fields (adult)
So ball fields
(youth)
Trail, exercise
Trail, jogging
Trail, nature
Currently
needed by
Archer Lodge
Current
Needed by
2030 Standard
Standard Met? Archer Lodge in Met?
2030
1 field/10,000
1 field/6,000
1 court/2,000
1 field/10,000
1 shelter/2,000
1 playground/2,000
1 field/4,000
1 field/3,000
1 field/5,000
2 fields
3 fields
9 courts
2 fields
9 shelters
9 playgrounds
No
No
No
No
No
No
3 fields
4 fields
12 courts
3 fields
12 shelters
12 playgrounds
No
No
No
No
No
No
5 fields
6 fields
4 fields
No
No
No
6 fields No
8 fields No
5 fields No
1 mile/7,500
1 mile/2,000
1 mile/2,500
2.5 miles
9 miles
7.25 miles
No
No
No
3 miles No
11.25 miles No
9.0 miles No
Figure 4.1 NRPA Areas and FaciliƟes Standards
RecreaƟonal Demand in Johnston County
The Johnston County Live, Work, Play Analysis determined composite areas of
recrea onal demand based on overlays of where people live, work, play, and
a end school in the County. The image to the le depicts Johnston County’s
perceived recrea onal demand around the Town of Archer Lodge.
Public Input
Public input methods were also u lized to assess recrea onal needs in the
Archer Lodge community. These methods include a Parks and Recrea on
Survey and a public mee ng, conducted on December 2, 2014.
Demand Concentra on:
Parks and Recreation Survey
Low
High
Composite recrea onal demand
determined by Johnston County’s Live,
Work, Play Analysis - Not to Scale
A Parks and Recrea on Survey was prepared in order to evaluate the
recrea onal needs and desires of the residents of Archer Lodge. The online
survey, which opened on October 4, 2014, ran for six weeks. Links to the
survey were posted on the Town’s website and Facebook page and sent via
email by the Town. A total of 216 people responded to the survey.
Fi y-six percent of survey respondents live within Archer Lodge and the
majority of these residents have lived in the Town for at least three years. 53
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percent of respondent households include a child five years old or younger.
48% of households include a child between the ages of six and ten while 42%
include a child between 11-20 years of age.
Top 5 Ac ve Recrea on Ac vi es:
1. Fitness Trail
2. Swimming
Top reasons for par cipa ng in recrea on were to have fun, to be outdoors,
for exercise or physical fitness, and to be with friends/family. The top five
ac ve and passive recrea on ac vi es in which respondents were interested
are listed in the tables to the le .
When asked about barriers to their par cipa on in recrea on programs and
use of facili es, 45% of respondents stated that they were unaware of what
programs and facili es were offered. 20% indicated a lack of facili es and 19%
cited lack of restrooms. 12% believed exis ng facili es and programs to
be overcrowded.
3. Baseball
4. Basketball
5. Soccer
Top 5 Passive Recrea on Ac vi es:
1. Walking
2. Outdoor Concerts
3. Visi ng Historic Sites
The top five ini a ves that respondents believe should be priori zed are as
follows:
4. Wildlife Observa on
5. Playing on a Playground
1. Develop ac ve recrea on opportuni es (ball fields, soccer, etc.)
2. Develop indoor recrea on facili es (recrea on center, gyms, pools,
etc.)
3. Develop non-motorized trails for walking and biking that connect
schools, parks, neighborhoods, and other facili es
4. Develop passive recrea on opportuni es (hiking, picnicking, etc.)
5. Acquire land for recrea on
Finally, the survey demonstrated support of greater recrea onal opportuni es
for the Town of Archer Lodge. Sixty-one percent of respondents indicated
that they would be willing to pay higher fees for more and/or improved
recrea onal facili es while 56% are willing to volunteer to support a Town
event, ac vity, or program.
Public Meeting
The Public Input Mee ng was held on the evening of December 2, 2014 at
the Archer Lodge Town Hall. One main goal of the Public Input Mee ng was
to introduce the Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan for Archer
Lodge to the community. Fi een residents a ended the mee ng as well as
the Town Mayor, four Town Council members, the Town Manager, Planning
Administrator, and the Town Clerk. The following topics were presented:
• Benefits of Parks and Recrea on
• Exis ng Town condi ons, recrea onal facili es, and programs
• Other recrea onal facili es and programs within the region
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• Results of the Parks and Recrea on Survey for Archer Lodge
• An assessment of recrea on needs in the Town
• Recommenda ons and next steps
A endees were encouraged to ask ques ons and provide input, both vocally
and/or through comment cards.
The most important points from the discussion that followed are:
1.
Archer Lodge is greatly affected by the numerous subdivisions
located outside of the town limits. The current popula on of the
Town (4,516 according to the 2013 US Census) is much smaller than
the popula on for which we need to plan. The Archer Lodge Fire
District, which currently serves about 9,000, was suggested as a
more accurate popula on count. The County does not currently offer
any recrea onal ameni es for these addi onal residents.
2.
The Town lacks the recrea onal facili es to serve its en re popula on.
There is a great need for more ball fields. The Town would also like to
offer other sports but all recrea onal facili es are currently booked
between the Soccer Program during the spring and fall and the
Baseball League in the summer.
3.
Currently, the Archer Lodge Soccer Program accepts children ages
4-13 and the Baseball League can only accommodate children ages
4-12. Once Archer Lodge children are too old for these leagues, they
are faced with qui ng or finding somewhere else to play, o en
Public input mee ng about the
Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on
Master Plan held on December 2, 2014
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going to the recrea on programs offered by other towns. Furthermore,
when families have more than one child, it is easier to move the
en re family to another program when the oldest child becomes too
old to play in Archer Lodge.
4.
There is a need for more parking, concessions and restrooms. Because
en re families come to watch games, ameni es are needed for
players as well as spectators.
The mee ng agenda and detailed minutes can be found in Appendix A, Public
Mee ng Minutes.
Currently Underserved Areas
Based on the needs assessment using the Na onal Recrea on and Parks
Associa on (NRPA) Standards, all of Archer Lodge is currently underserved.
Public input revealed that many residents u lize recrea on programs and
facili es of other towns nearby. 48% of survey respondents indicated that they
u lized churches, schools, health clubs, or other organiza ons for recrea on.
Among those listed were: Town of Clayton, Clayton Li le League, Wendell
Parks and Recrea on, Smithfield Aqua cs Center, and the Community Centers
in Zebulon and Wendell. The limited facili es offered by the Archer Lodge
Community Center are not sufficient to support the recrea on demands of
the current popula on in the area, let alone the projected popula on given
current growth trends.
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5
MASTER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS
Introduction
“Today and into the future the
There is a great need for more parks, greenways and other recreational
facilities in the Town of Archer Lodge. The purpose of this plan is to outline
goals and objectives to help the Town improve recreational opportunities
for residents, promote healthy living and fulfil the vision specified the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Archer Lodge is currently pursuing grant
money to acquire land for the first town park. The proposed master plan
for the park as well as overall action steps are presented in this chapter.
Town of Archer Lodge, will be a
peaceful, family oriented, acƟve
community that looks to retain
our small-town, agricultural
character, meeƟng the needs of
our current and future residents
and businesses.”
Parks and Recreation Goals and Objectives
-Vision Statement of the 2030
Comprehensive Land Use Plan for the
Town of Archer Lodge
SEEK FUNDING
Due to the lack of existing parks and recreation facilities, seeking funding
from federal, state and private sources is the first critical step to developing
parks, greenways and other recreation facilities for current and future
residents of Archer Lodge.
Many potential funding sources are described in Appendix D, Funding
Opportunities and Creative Partnerships. Because land acquisition is the
top priority in the development of parks and recreation facilities, the Town
may seek private land donations. Seeking local business partners is also
recommended. Participating companies benefit by improving the local
quality of life, attracting more employees to the area and by becoming
good neighbors to the community.
Because over 70 percent of Johnston County adults were found to be
overweight or obese in 2011, Archer Lodge should consider funding sources
that target public health. One example is the Safe Routes to School (SR2S)
Program. The Program provides funding for projects aimed at creating safe
and appealing environments for walking and biking. By reducing traffic,
the Program improves quality of life for children and supports national
health initiatives. Another reason this is a great potential funding source
is the Town’s high percentage of families with children under the age of
18.
Additionally, the North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund provides
funding specifically for renovating and building recreation areas.
ACQUIRE LAND
Population growth is leading to rapid development in and around Archer
Lodge. With available land diminishing, it is essential for the Town
to acquire land now in order to develop parks and recreation facilities
in Archer Lodge. Based on the location of the existing Archer Lodge
Community Center and subdivisions in and around the Town, park land
should be acquired in each of the four quadrants shown in Figure 5.1, Map
of Proposed Park Land Acquisition Areas.
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5,000
2,500
0
5,000
M
ar
ks
Creek
Scale: 1” = 5,000 feet
4
1
alo
Buff
3
2
Creek
us
Ne
Legend
e
= Exis ng Parks
and Recrea on
Facili es
Riv
er
= Subdivisions
= Water
Figure 5.1 Map of Proposed Park Land AcquisiƟon Areas - 1” = 5,000’
Based on the analysis of existing natural resources, Archer Lodge is
well suited for park land and recreational activities. The soil is generally
favorable for recreational development and uses. The topography is fairly
flat and climate ideal for outdoor recreation.
Prioritization
Quadrants 3 and 4 on the west side of Archer Lodge are in closer proximity
to the Town of Clayton and its recreational facilities and programs. For
this reason, the eastern quadrants have been prioritized in regards to
recreational needs. The land that the Town of Archer Lodge is currently
trying to purchase for its first park is located in the northeast quadrant,
making it the Town’s top priority, over Quadrant 2. While it is recommended
to develop a park and/or other recreational facilities in Quadrant 4, it is the
last priority because it has the least amount of pressure from subdivisions
and other development.
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DEVELOP GREENWAYS TO PROMOTE WALKING AND BIKING
In order to support healthy lifestyles for all residents, the Town should
develop greenways and trails as a network. Connecting locations
throughout the Town will allow for walking and biking to serve as modes
of transportation as well as exercise. Due to a lack of sidewalks on many
rural roads, Town residents are currently very dependent on cars. People
may choose to walk or bike to nearby destinations if provided with safe
pathways to do so. Participation in state campaigns such as “Watch for Me
NC” and “Active Routes to Schools” can increase public awareness about
bicycle and pedestrian safety.
Fitness and walking trails become even more beneficial when they serve
as connectors. The Town of Archer Lodge should strive to connect parks
and recreational facilities to the residential areas that house park users.
Enabling people to reach parks and recreation facilities on foot or by bike
could decrease the number of vehicles on these sites. It will also improve
community health and allow residents to spend less time in their cars.
The Open Space requirement outlined in the Town’s Subdivision Ordinance
is a wonderful step in promoting connectivity within the Town and the
region. As new subdivisions are developed, open space will be set aside
and, whenever possible, will be located adjacently to other open areas.
This creates the potential for an intricate network of open space and
greenways within the Town, which can then be connected to the larger
regional network. See Figure 5.2 for proposed corridors within the town
limits.
The Town of Archer Lodge is in close proximity to many regional
recreation resources. The Town should seek connections with neighboring
communities such as Clayton, Wendell, Knightdale and Zebulon via
greenways, sidewalks and trails. Nearby constructed and planned
greenways include the Neuse River Trail, the North Carolina Mountainsto-Sea Trail, the East Coast Trail and numerous Wake County greenways.
See Figure 5.3, Potential Regional Connections Map.
Potential Regional Connections
Route A - If the Town were to construct greenways or trails from the center
of town to the Northeast, residents could easily access Buffalo Creek
as well as the intricate network of proposed greenways and bike paths
around the Town of Wendell. If the route followed Wendell Road to Wall
Road, as pictured in Figure 5.2, it would also incorporate the proposed
Archer Lodge Town Park. The potential for a trail spur to Corinth Holders
High School could be explored.
Route B - Buffalo Creek is another potential greenway corridor. This route
could potentially offer further connections to Smithfield and Selma to the
south and connect with Wendell and Wake County Open Space properties
to the North.
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Route C - Residents could travel east along Covered Bridge Road to tie into
a greenway along Buffalo Creek
Route D - This potential corridor offers access to the Clayton River Walk/
Neuse River Trail which is a part of the North Carolina Mountains-toSea Trail, and the East Coast Greenway. This route would also create
connections to parks and recreation facilities in the Town of Clayton.
Route E - Traveling west from the center of town to Medlin Road, Route
E would allow residents to travel along Marks Creek and access future
Wake County Open Spaces such as Lake Myra County Park and Turnipseed
Nature Preserve as well as the Town of Clayton.
ORGANIZE A PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
The Town should seek to organize a Parks and Recreation Department to
manage park land and recreational programs. Having an available staff to
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maintain and operate park facilities will become increasingly important as
the Town continues to acquire new park property. Other towns in the area
all have established parks and recreation departments.
CREATE A MARKETING PLAN
A marketing plan or “vision” is an effective way to create excitement about
new parks and recreation facilities and programs that will be created
through the use and implementation of this Master Plan. It is important
to decide what new parks will look like and what they will mean to people
in the community.
One of the most visible aspects of the vision for any parks and recreation
department is a logo. The logo should be simple and elegant, easily
recognizable and relate to the vision. After a logo design is accepted, it is
advisable to obtain a trademark and copyright registration. The logo may
be displayed on websites, signs, stationary, posters, streetscape banners,
T-shirts, hats and many other locations. Working with a professional or
volunteer graphic designer is recommended to achieve an appropriate
and adaptable logo.
The Community Survey that was conducted for the 2030 Comprehensive
Land Use Plan revealed that the small town atmosphere of Archer Lodge
was one of the aspects residents like most about the Town. Another aspect
residents enjoy is the Town’s proximity to metro areas. Incorporating small
town charm into the vision of parks and recreation in Archer Lodge could
attract visitors from nearby cities.
INCORPORATE WAYFINDING
It is important to include signs and other wayfinding devices in all parks and
recreation facilities. Signs and other wayfinding devices should function
as a system and be designed for the first time user. All signage, whether
visual, audible or tactile, should be accessible to all park visitors. All signage
should be designed with consistent and recognizable graphics and colors.
Signs should take advantage of unique landmarks to facilitate navigation.
Typical park signs should include rules and regulations, permitted and
prohibited uses, wildlife protection policies and pet policies.
Other recreation signs may include distance markers on trails and safety/
informational signs. All park signage will use a uniform town wide font.
Interpretive signs can also serve to make the overall park experience
more enjoyable. These types of signs contribute to and enhance the
sense of place, and provide valuable site history and cultural context in an
environmental and sustainable way. Interpretive signage can be provided
through signs, art, paving, site amenities, Global Positioning Systems
(GPS), downloadable podcasts, Quick Response (QR) codes and other
technology.
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Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan
SEEK PARTNERSHIPS
A great way to supplement parks and recreation facilities is to seek
partnerships with local schools, private providers, businesses, the County,
and adjacent parks and recreation departments.
Joint-use agreements with schools can significantly increase the recreation
facilities accessible by a municipality. Another benefit may be shared
maintenance duties and costs. Possible Johnston County School System
schools with which to partner include:
Archer Lodge Middle School
River Dell Elementary School
Q19: How do you find out about recrea on programs and ac vi es you
par cipate in?
Websites
71%
From friends/neighbors
66%
Social Media
34%
Online newsle ers
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Newspaper ar cles
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The Town should u lize preferred methods to adver se parks and recrea on
developments and programs. From the 2014 Parks and Recrea on Survey we
know that the majority of Archer Lodge residents find out about programs and
ac vi es via websites and social media. The Town also has a slightly younger
popula on than the state and a more educated popula on than Johnston
County in general. Parks and recrea on informa on should be posted on the
Town’s website as well as social media pages such as Facebook.
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Public support will be critical in attaining funding, acquiring land to
develop facilities and organizing a Parks and Recreation Department. The
Town should make every effort to involve the community in all steps of
the process. Many funding sources require proof of public input meetings,
public support and adoption of comprehensive and site specific master
plans. Additionally,
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The Town of Wendell’s Parks and Recreation Department has successfully
Printed school flyers
16%
utilized joint-use agreements to significantly increase the number of
recreational facilities available to town residents. The Parks and Recreation Ques on #19 from the Archer Lodge Parks
Department independently manages three parks. However, six other and Recrea on Survey completed in the
facilities are maintained jointly with the Wake County School System. fall of 2014
Joint-use agreements with schools could allow use of existing recreation
facilities while the Town acquires land to build new parks and recreation
facilities.
Archer Lodge Town Park Context Map
(proposed park site) - Not to Scale
Priority 1: Archer Lodge Town Park
The Town is currently seeking funding through the Parks and Recrea on Trust
Fund (PARTF) to supplement the purchase of land at the intersec on of Wall
and Wendell Roads. The context map to the right shows the proposed site for
Archer Lodge Town Park. If successful in a aining the grant and purchasing
the land, the Town will develop the site as its first town park. The Town
considered several proper es before selec ng this one as the preferred site.
However, should the loca on of the site change, the overall design concept
and essen al program elements are transferable.
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The Town hired a consultant to prepare the Master Plan for the property.
Program elements reflect the needs and desires expressed by the community
through the public mee ng and the parks and recrea on survey. Key elements
include two ball fields, a mul -purpose field, soccer and football fields, a
playground, tennis and basketball courts, restrooms and concessions, parking
and a shelter. Figure 5.3, Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan, shows the
an cipated park design and program elements.
Action Steps
• Adopt the Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on
Master Plan
• Acquire park land with town funds and grants
• Develop parks, greenways, and other recrea onal facili es in
phases to address urgent demands and seek connec vity with
adjacent communi es
• Establish poten al partnerships
• Start a Parks and Recrea on Department with a Director
• Formalize a marke ng plan or “vision” for parks and recrea on
Figure 5.3 Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan
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Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Summary
Based on the findings outlined in previous chapters, there is a great need
for parks and recrea on facili es in the Town of Archer Lodge. This need will
con nue to grow as the area becomes more developed and populated. The
Parks and Recrea on Survey indicated public support for the Master Plan and
for the steps being taken to acquire land for the Town’s first park. The Town
will submit the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund (PARTF) grant applica on in
January 2015. If successful in a aining the grant, the Town will move forward
in purchasing the land for their first park and developing recrea onal facili es
on the site in the coming years.
The adop on of this plan and implementa on of Archer Lodge’s first town
park should create a catalyst for future development of parks and recrea on
facili es and programs in the Town.
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Chapter 5: Master Plan Recommenda ons
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APPENDIX A: PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES
MeeƟng Agenda
Public Input Mee ng – Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan
Archer Lodge Town Park
Archer Lodge Town Hall Council Chambers
14094 Buffalo Road
Clayton, NC 27527
December 2, 2014 at 7:00pm
Agenda
I.
Welcome and introduc ons – Mayor Mike Gordon
II.
Presenta on on Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan – Susan Hatchell
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Benefits of Parks and Recrea on
Exis ng Town Condi ons
Regional Recrea onal Facili es
Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Currently Offered by the Town
Parks and Recrea on Survey
Needs Assessment
Recommenda ons
Poten al Partnerships and Funding
Next Steps
III.
Public comments, ques ons, discussion
IV.
Presenta on of Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan – Susan Hatchell
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
V.
Project Background
Site Loca on and Exis ng Condi ons
Design Process
Parks and Recrea on Survey
Site Analysis and Goals
Park Program
Preliminary Master Plan
PARTF Funding
Next Steps
Public comments, ques ons, discussion
Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes
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MeeƟng Minutes
December 2, 2014, 7:05-8:45pm
Archer Lodge Town Hall Council Chambers
14094 Buffalo Road
Clayton, NC 27527
I.
Welcome and Introduc ons – Archer Lodge Mayor Mike Gordon called the mee ng to order and thanked
everyone for a ending. He then introduced Susan Hatchell, Landscape Architecture Consultant who
introduced Jennifer Beedle, the regional consultant for the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund Grant and
Rachel Wilson from Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC. Everyone in a endance was asked to
sign the a endance sheet.
II.
Presenta on on Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power
point addressing the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
III.
Benefits of Parks and Recrea on
Exis ng Town Condi ons
Regional Recrea onal Facili es
Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Currently Offered by the Town
Parks and Recrea on Survey
Needs Assessment
Recommenda ons
Poten al Partnerships and Funding
Next Steps
Public Comments, Ques ons, Discussion – The following are comments that were made following the
presenta on:
o
The town residents in a endance spoke about the impact on Archer Lodge from subdivisions
outside the town limits. They suggested using the Fire District, which serves about 11,000, as a
more accurate popula on count than the popula on within the town limits.
o
They also discussed the lack of baseball and so ball fields and the resul ng issue of the players
aging out at 13. Because Archer Lodge lacks the recrea onal facili es to serve its en re popula on,
the town residents u lize recrea on programs of nearby Clayton and Wendell as well as Corinth
Holders High School.
o
Other points from the discussion included:
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Siblings-once one child in a family ages out, the en re family usually moves to another
recrea on program
Johnston Co. School System is great-one of the best in N.C. 800-900 new kids/year
The town would like to offer other sports (golf, for example) but the only recrea onal
facili es are used for baseball and soccer, leaving only three weeks open
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Clayton had a full lacrosse program a er only one year
Knightdale has a popular adult kickball league but there is not space to do this in AL
AL does not have sufficient space for youth recrea on, none for older children or adults
En re families come to watch games. (Providing recrea on for spectators as well)
Need for parking, concessions, restrooms
Most residents live outside of town limits but the county does not currently offer any
recrea on for them
NFL Fields for Tomorrow could be an op on to fund mul -purpose fields (must include
football)
Should people who live outside of town limits pay more to play here? (Do people from AL
pay more to play in Clayton, Wendell, etc?)
Concern about partnering with schools due to high rental fees and limited availability of
facili es
Knightdale recently built 4 new fields through a new agreement with the school system
(the school system and city shared the construc on costs)
Forrestville Elementary is another shared facility
New cultural philosophy needed with the school board
Presenta on of Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power point addressing
the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Project Background
Site Loca on and Exis ng Condi ons – The project site, adjacent to the Archer Lodge Middle
School, is one of a few proper es that the Town is considering.
Design Process
Parks and Recrea on Survey
Site Analysis and Goals
Park Program
Preliminary Master Plan
PARTF Funding
Next Steps
V.
Public comments, ques ons, discussion – The following are comments that were made following the
presenta on:
o
Following the presenta on, the a endees spoke about their concerns related to site selec on and the
schema c design. They suggested decreasing the number of ball fields in order to incorporate one large
enough for older children (junior high and high school). A temporary fence could be used on the field so
that it could s ll be used by younger children as well. Field space is the greatest priority. They wanted to
ensure that the t-ball field was large enough to host other games.
o
The possibility of hos ng tournaments, which would generate revenue, was also discussed. There was a
desire to facilitate everybody. Residents want ball fields that can host t-ball up to middle school students
and high school students as well as soccer fields.
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Other points from the discussion included:
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A 300’+ field would be needed for middle school and high school students, but they have
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their own fields
Could fishing be incorporated within the wet area? Is the stream there a blue line stream?
Lack of expansion possibili es of the site
“Wet” area is not that wet. An accessible path and biking are s ll op ons. Perhaps build a
wooden bridge
Long-term cost-analysis of field turf vs. grass
Insufficient parking. If games are running back-to-back, people generally show up for the
later game before people from the earlier game have le
Town has been approached by travel teams willing to pay $2,000/month to rent fields
Concern about only one building for restrooms and concessions. What if an event was
occurring only on the far side of the site?
Sewer line from the school building could be an advantage (vs. sep c tanks elsewhere)
Business opportuni es:
Donate to name ball fields
Ad space along the ou ield fences
In conclusion, there is a great need for more recrea onal facili es and it will take many years and many dollars to
fulfill it. This project is a good start for Archer Lodge’s first park.
Mee ng minutes submi ed by Rachel Wilson, 12/8/2014
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APPENDIX B: PARKS AND RECREATION SURVEY
Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey
Please take a moment to respond to the following questions. This survey will help the Town of Archer Lodge gain valuable
public feedback about parks and recreation facilities and programs.
Your opinion is greatly valued!
1. Are you a resident of the Town of Archer Lodge?
 Yes
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 No
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Please fill in your zip code
2. How many years have you lived in Archer Lodge?
 0-2 years
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 3-10 years
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 10 or more years
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 I don't live in Archer Lodge
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3. For each individual in your household, please indicate age and gender.
Age
Gender
Individual #1
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Individual #2
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Individual #3


Individual #4

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Individual #5
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Individual #6
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4. Have you or your family participated in any parks and recreation programs in the last 12
months?
Yes
No
If yes, please list:
5. Please indicate the number of visits by you or your family to the following parks or
recreational facilities within the past 12 months:
Have never visited
Visit occasionally
Visit very often
E. Clayton Community Park
Legend Park
Municipal Park
Flower Hill Nature Preserve
Archer Lodge Community
Center
Other (please specify)
6. Which park or recreational facility is closest to your home?
Archer Lodge Community Center
E. Clayton Community Park
Legend Park
Municipal Park
Flower Hill Nature Preserve
I don't know
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7. For the most recent visit by anyone in your household to any park or recreational
facility, how did he/she getthere?
Arrived by car
Walked
Biked
Have not visited any parks or recreational facilities
Other (please specify)
8. In a typical week, how many days do you exercise?
I don't exercise often
Once a week
2 to 4 days a week
5 to 7 days a week
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9. Please rate your interest in the active athletic activities listed below:
Not at all interested
Moderately interested
Extremely interested
Mountain Biking
Lacrosse
Ropes course
Inline hockey
Rollerblading
Skateboarding
Volleyball
Disc Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Swimming
Running/Jogging
Track and field
Softball
Cheerleading
Kickball
Cycling/Biking
T-ball
Baseball
Aerobics
Football
Fitness trail
Archery
Basketball
Other active activities you are interested in:
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10. Please rate your interest in the passive activities listed below:
Not at all interested
Moderately interested
Extremely interested
Gardening
Walking on interpretive
Picnicking
Playing on a playground
Visiting historic sites
Walking
Wildlife observation
Nature study
Bird watching
Fishing
Frisbee
Canoeing
Outdoor concerts
Photography
Yoga/Pilates
People watching
Stargazing
Attending family reunions
Visiting a dog park
Playing in a water play
trails
fountain
Other passive activities you are interested in:
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11. Which initiatives should the Town of Archer Lodge prioritize for future implementation?
Check all that apply.
Develop active recreation opportunities (ball fields, soccer etc)
Develop passive recreation opportunities (hiking, picnicking, etc)
Develop indoor recreation facilities (recreation center, gyms, pools etc.)
Acquire land for recreation
Preserve natural areas
Develop nature and historical or cultural programs
Develop non-motorized trails for walking and biking that connect schools, parks, neighborhoods other facilities
None
Other (please specify)
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12. Please rate your interest in the classes and programs listed below:
Not at all interested
Moderately interested
Extremely interested
Arts and Crafts
Card games, bingo
Play groups, parents night
Swimming lessons
Survival
Theater/drama
Yoga
First aid
Special needs programs
Dog obedience
Cooking
Music
After school/track-out
Ceramics and pottery
Day camps
Dance
Aerobics
Team building
Martial arts
Teen classes
Educational trips (zoos,
out
museums, etc)
Other classes and programs you are interested in:
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13. Please rate your interest in the special events listed below:
Not at all interested
Moderately interested
Extremely interested
Festivals & fairs
Farmer's markets
Car shows
Heritage days
Book fairs
Parades & holiday events
Outdoor movies & music
Other special events you are interested in:
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14. Which (if any) of the following are barriers to your participation in recreational
programs and facilities?
I am not aware of what programs and facilities are offered
Fees/cost of programs are too high
Facilities are not up to date
Facilities are not well maintained
Facilities are not close to my home
Facilities do not feel safe
Lack of restrooms
Not enough time
Lack of pedestrian access
No means of transportation
Timing of events
Overcrowding
Lack of facilities
Lack of accommodations for those with disabilities
Not interested in offerings
None of the above
Other (please specify)
15. Do you use any schools, health clubs, places of worship or any other organizations for
recreation?
Yes
No
If yes, please list:
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Town of Archer Lodge Parks and Recreation Survey
16. Would you be willing to pay higher fees for more recreation programs and/or improved
facilities?
Yes
No
Why or why not?
17. Please list any athletic leagues that you have participated in during the past 12 months
(if any):
18. Why do you/your family participate in recreation activities? Please rank your
preferences below.
To have fun
To be outdoors
It is free/affordable
Exercise/physical fitness
To be with family/friends
For relaxation
To learn/education
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19. How do you find out about recreation programs and activities you participate in?
Websites
From friends/neighbors
Social media
Online newsletters
Newspaper articles
Printed school flyers/newsletters
Other (please specify)
20. Would you be willing to volunteer to support a Town of Archer Lodge event, activity or
program?
Yes
No
If yes, please list your volunteer activities
21. Please share any additional thoughts/comments:
22. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill in your name and contact information:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME!!
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C
APPENDIX C: PARKS AND RECREATION SURVEY RESULTS
Survey Results
The results of the 2014 Archer Lodge Parks and Recrea on Survey can be found on the following 54 pages.
Appendix C: Parks and Recrea on Survey Results
C-1
MeeƟng Minutes
December 2, 2014, 7:05-8:45pm
Archer Lodge Town Hall Council Chambers
14094 Buffalo Road
Clayton, NC 27527
I.
Welcome and Introduc ons – Archer Lodge Mayor Mike Gordon called the mee ng to order and thanked
everyone for a ending. He then introduced Susan Hatchell, Landscape Architecture Consultant who
introduced Jennifer Beedle, the regional consultant for the Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund Grant and
Rachel Wilson from Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC. Everyone in a endance was asked to
sign the a endance sheet.
II.
Presenta on on Comprehensive Parks and Recrea on Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power
point addressing the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
III.
Benefits of Parks and Recrea on
Exis ng Town Condi ons
Regional Recrea onal Facili es
Recrea onal Facili es and Programs Currently Offered by the Town
Parks and Recrea on Survey
Needs Assessment
Recommenda ons
Poten al Partnerships and Funding
Next Steps
Public Comments, Ques ons, Discussion – The following are comments that were made following the
presenta on:
o
The town residents in a endance spoke about the impact on Archer Lodge from subdivisions
outside the town limits. They suggested using the Fire District, which serves about 11,000, as a
more accurate popula on count than the popula on within the town limits.
o
They also discussed the lack of baseball and so ball fields and the resul ng issue of the players
aging out at 13. Because Archer Lodge lacks the recrea onal facili es to serve its en re popula on,
the town residents u lize recrea on programs of nearby Clayton and Wendell as well as Corinth
Holders High School.
o
Other points from the discussion included:
•
•
•
Siblings-once one child in a family ages out, the en re family usually moves to another
recrea on program
Johnston Co. School System is great-one of the best in N.C. 800-900 new kids/year
The town would like to offer other sports (golf, for example) but the only recrea onal
facili es are used for baseball and soccer, leaving only three weeks open
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IV.
Clayton had a full lacrosse program a er only one year
Knightdale has a popular adult kickball league but there is not space to do this in AL
AL does not have sufficient space for youth recrea on, none for older children or adults
En re families come to watch games. (Providing recrea on for spectators as well)
Need for parking, concessions, restrooms
Most residents live outside of town limits but the county does not currently offer any
recrea on for them
NFL Fields for Tomorrow could be an op on to fund mul -purpose fields (must include
football)
Should people who live outside of town limits pay more to play here? (Do people from AL
pay more to play in Clayton, Wendell, etc?)
Concern about partnering with schools due to high rental fees and limited availability of
facili es
Knightdale recently built 4 new fields through a new agreement with the school system
(the school system and city shared the construc on costs)
Forrestville Elementary is another shared facility
New cultural philosophy needed with the school board
Presenta on of Archer Lodge Town Park Master Plan – Susan Hatchell presented a power point addressing
the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Project Background
Site Loca on and Exis ng Condi ons – The project site, adjacent to the Archer Lodge Middle
School, is one of a few proper es that the Town is considering.
Design Process
Parks and Recrea on Survey
Site Analysis and Goals
Park Program
Preliminary Master Plan
PARTF Funding
Next Steps
V.
Public comments, ques ons, discussion – The following are comments that were made following the
presenta on:
o
Following the presenta on, the a endees spoke about their concerns related to site selec on and the
schema c design. They suggested decreasing the number of ball fields in order to incorporate one large
enough for older children (junior high and high school). A temporary fence could be used on the field so
that it could s ll be used by younger children as well. Field space is the greatest priority. They wanted to
ensure that the t-ball field was large enough to host other games.
o
The possibility of hos ng tournaments, which would generate revenue, was also discussed. There was a
desire to facilitate everybody. Residents want ball fields that can host t-ball up to middle school students
and high school students as well as soccer fields.
o
Other points from the discussion included:
•
A 300’+ field would be needed for middle school and high school students, but they have
Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes
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their own fields
Could fishing be incorporated within the wet area? Is the stream there a blue line stream?
Lack of expansion possibili es of the site
“Wet” area is not that wet. An accessible path and biking are s ll op ons. Perhaps build a
wooden bridge
Long-term cost-analysis of field turf vs. grass
Insufficient parking. If games are running back-to-back, people generally show up for the
later game before people from the earlier game have le
Town has been approached by travel teams willing to pay $2,000/month to rent fields
Concern about only one building for restrooms and concessions. What if an event was
occurring only on the far side of the site?
Sewer line from the school building could be an advantage (vs. sep c tanks elsewhere)
Business opportuni es:
Donate to name ball fields
Ad space along the ou ield fences
In conclusion, there is a great need for more recrea onal facili es and it will take many years and many dollars to
fulfill it. This project is a good start for Archer Lodge’s first park.
Mee ng minutes submi ed by Rachel Wilson, 12/8/2014
Appendix A: Public Mee ng Minutes
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Q2 How many years have you lived in
Archer Lodge?
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Individual #2
Individual #3
Individual #4
Individual #5
Individual #6
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Individual #2
Individual #3
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Individual #5
Individual #6
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20%
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Male
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7
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8
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51
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38
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32
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2
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11
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46
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31
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39
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59
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Soccer
11/7/2014 6:34 PM
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baseball
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Tball and soccer
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Soccer at archer lodge
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11/6/2014 12:08 PM
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soccer
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Soccer, baseball and the soccer camp
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Soccer baseball
11/5/2014 7:41 PM
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Soccer
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Spring Baseball 6-8 Fall Soccer 6-8
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Soccer Tball Soccer
11/5/2014 2:42 PM
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Tball
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T-ball, soccer
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T ball
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T-ball
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Soccer and baseball
11/5/2014 11:09 AM
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Soccer
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Baseball
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SOCCER------ALL THE TIME. FALL AND SPRING FOR THE PAST 6 YEARS
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AL Soccer
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baseball
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Soccer
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T-ball
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T-Ball
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Soccer, baseball
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Soccer fall
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Soccer, t-ball
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40
T ball
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Soccer and British Soccer camp
11/5/2014 7:09 AM
42
Fall soccer 2014
11/5/2014 6:32 AM
43
Soccer
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44
soccer
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45
fall soccer
11/5/2014 6:09 AM
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Jusa archer lodge soccer upward basketball
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T-ball
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soccer
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50
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soccer
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Tball
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Baseball
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T-ball and all other events
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Teeball, soccer
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Spring & fall baseball Fall soccer
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Soccer. Tball
11/4/2014 10:02 PM
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Soccer, spring & fall. Baseball/t-ball
11/4/2014 9:56 PM
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Tball
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Tball
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Baseball, tball
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Soccer and tball
11/4/2014 9:31 PM
66
Baseball
11/4/2014 9:27 PM
67
Spring baseball 10U, Fall baseball 10U
11/4/2014 9:20 PM
68
Soccer Tball
11/4/2014 9:13 PM
69
Football baseball basketball
11/3/2014 11:59 AM
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Fireworks Playground
11/1/2014 1:13 PM
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Archer lodge soccer spring and fall sessions
10/31/2014 11:31 PM
72
Spring & Fall Soccer Tball
10/31/2014 10:20 PM
73
soccer, baseball
10/21/2014 1:19 PM
74
fall baseball
10/18/2014 9:50 AM
75
Baseball and basketball
10/11/2014 9:34 PM
76
Volunteer
10/10/2014 11:37 AM
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Clayton Little League, Upward basketball
10/9/2014 4:02 PM
78
Soccer, Tball
10/9/2014 8:29 AM
79
Soccer
10/8/2014 9:02 PM
80
Swimming. Daddy daughter dance. Soccer.
10/8/2014 8:38 PM
81
Soccer & baseball
10/8/2014 7:56 PM
82
Soccer
10/8/2014 6:49 PM
83
baseball
10/8/2014 6:22 PM
84
Scouts
10/8/2014 5:12 PM
85
fall socceer
10/8/2014 4:50 PM
86
Modified T-Ball 6-8 Soccer [currently]
10/8/2014 4:15 PM
87
Spring and Fall Baseball
10/8/2014 1:54 PM
88
Soccer and pageant
10/8/2014 12:29 PM
89
soccer, t-ball
10/8/2014 12:17 PM
90
july 4
10/8/2014 12:13 PM
91
Soccet
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Soccer
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T-ball, Baseball
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coach pitch baseball, soccer
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Soccer
10/8/2014 11:10 AM
97
4th of july
10/8/2014 10:39 AM
98
4th of July Family Fun Day
10/8/2014 9:15 AM
99
Volleyball
10/8/2014 8:51 AM
100
Soccer
10/8/2014 1:47 AM
101
Soccer in Clayton, biking on Clayton Greenway,
10/7/2014 10:35 PM
102
We have attended a few events in Knightdale and Garner.
10/7/2014 10:34 PM
103
Daily walk on the Neuse river greenway.
10/7/2014 9:48 PM
104
Neuse River Greenway Clemons State Park
10/7/2014 9:00 PM
105
fireworks, fire dept hallown,
10/7/2014 7:18 PM
106
use of the walking trail on Covered Bridge Rd.; attended our Granddaughter's T-ball games in Archer Lodge
10/7/2014 5:57 PM
107
Fall 2014 Soccer
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108
Fireworks
10/7/2014 3:02 PM
109
soccer (grandchild)
10/7/2014 2:43 PM
110
Easter, Fourth of July, pumpkin carving
10/7/2014 2:21 PM
111
Archer Lodge Park & 4th of July activities
10/7/2014 2:06 PM
112
Soccer, tball, park
10/7/2014 1:32 PM
113
4th of July concert
10/7/2014 1:22 PM
114
Holiday fireworks
10/7/2014 12:54 PM
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Q5 Please indicate the number of visits by
you or your family to the following parks or
recreational facilities within the past 12
months:
Answered: 206
Skipped: 10
Archer Lodge
Community...
E. Clayton
Community Park
Legend Park
Municipal Park
Flower Hill
Nature Preserve
0
1
2
Have never visited
Archer Lodge Community Center
E. Clayton Community Park
Legend Park
Municipal Park
Flower Hill Nature Preserve
3
Visit occasionally
4
Visit very often
5
Total
Weighted Average
11.17%
23
47.09%
97
41.75%
86
206
2.31
53.88%
111
41.26%
85
4.85%
10
206
1.51
69.90%
144
27.67%
57
2.43%
5
206
1.33
72.82%
150
23.79%
49
3.40%
7
206
1.31
90.29%
186
8.74%
18
0.97%
2
206
1.11
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Other (please specify)
Date
1
Archer lodge park
11/5/2014 4:36 PM
2
Clayton Community Park on Amelia Church
11/5/2014 10:15 AM
3
Clayton Community Park
11/5/2014 8:32 AM
4
Corinth holder rec park
11/5/2014 8:05 AM
5
Corinth very often
11/3/2014 12:01 PM
6
Clayton River Walk at the Neuse
10/17/2014 6:48 AM
7
Zebulon community park. Knightdale station park.
10/8/2014 8:39 PM
8
Knightdale Community Park
10/8/2014 6:35 PM
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9
Wendell Parks and Rec Com Ctr
10/8/2014 1:55 PM
10
We need tennis court
10/8/2014 12:04 PM
11
Clayton Community Center
10/8/2014 11:51 AM
12
2-3 times
10/8/2014 11:43 AM
13
Neuse River Trail
10/8/2014 11:38 AM
14
Clemmons State Forest
10/8/2014 11:35 AM
15
greenway 3x weekly
10/7/2014 10:35 PM
16
Clemons State Park, Neuse River Greenway
10/7/2014 9:00 PM
17
Archer Lodge Park
10/7/2014 2:06 PM
18
Clayton river walk / Neuse river greenway. Visited weelky
10/7/2014 1:14 PM
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Q6 Which park or recreational facility is
closest to your home?
Answered: 206
Skipped: 10
Archer Lodge
Community...
E. Clayton
Community Park
Legend Park
Municipal Park
Flower Hill
Nature Preserve
I don't know
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Answer Choices
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Responses
Archer Lodge Community Center
88.83%
E. Clayton Community Park
3.40%
7
Legend Park
1.46%
3
Municipal Park
0.97%
2
Flower Hill Nature Preserve
0.49%
1
I don't know
4.85%
10
Total
183
206
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Q7 For the most recent visit by anyone in
your household to any park or recreational
facility, how did he/she getthere?
Answered: 206
Skipped: 10
Arrived by car
Walked
Biked
Have not
visited any...
Other (please
specify)
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Answer Choices
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Responses
Arrived by car
94.17%
Walked
2.91%
6
Biked
0.97%
2
Have not visited any parks or recreational facilities
1.46%
3
Other (please specify)
0.49%
1
Total
194
206
#
Other (please specify)
Date
1
Run
10/7/2014 1:14 PM
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Q8 In a typical week, how many days do
you exercise?
Answered: 204
Skipped: 12
I don't
exercise often
Once a week
2 to 4 days a
week
5 to 7 days a
week
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Answer Choices
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Responses
I don't exercise often
27.94%
57
Once a week
21.08%
43
2 to 4 days a week
36.76%
75
5 to 7 days a week
14.22%
29
Total
204
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Q9 Please rate your interest in the active
athletic activities listed below:
Answered: 194
Skipped: 22
Inline hockey
Lacrosse
Skateboarding
Rollerblading
Mountain Biking
Ropes course
Track and field
Disc Golf
Cheerleading
Kickball
Volleyball
Cycling/Biking
Tennis
Aerobics
Football
Archery
Softball
Running/Jogging
T-ball
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T-ball
Soccer
Basketball
Swimming
Baseball
Fitness trail
0
1
Not at all interested
Inline hockey
Lacrosse
Skateboarding
Rollerblading
Mountain Biking
Ropes course
Track and field
Disc Golf
Cheerleading
Kickball
Volleyball
Cycling/Biking
Tennis
Aerobics
Football
2
3
Moderately interested
4
Extremely interested
5
Total
Weighted Average
89.78%
167
8.60%
16
1.61%
3
186
1.12
83.61%
153
14.21%
26
2.19%
4
183
1.19
89.19%
165
8.65%
16
2.16%
4
185
1.13
77.54%
145
18.18%
34
4.28%
8
187
1.27
65.41%
121
29.19%
54
5.41%
10
185
1.40
65.59%
122
28.49%
53
5.91%
11
186
1.40
61.83%
115
26.88%
50
11.29%
21
186
1.49
58.20%
110
30.16%
57
11.64%
22
189
1.53
70.05%
131
17.11%
32
12.83%
24
187
1.43
46.52%
87
39.04%
73
14.44%
27
187
1.68
43.98%
84
40.84%
78
15.18%
29
191
1.71
42.78%
80
38.50%
72
18.72%
35
187
1.76
48.40%
91
31.91%
60
19.68%
37
188
1.71
44.92%
84
35.29%
66
19.79%
37
187
1.75
49.20%
92
31.02%
58
19.79%
37
187
1.71
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Archery
Softball
Running/Jogging
T-ball
Soccer
Basketball
Swimming
Baseball
Fitness trail
SurveyMonkey
48.66%
91
27.81%
52
23.53%
44
187
1.75
43.68%
83
32.11%
61
24.21%
46
190
1.81
36.56%
68
38.17%
71
25.27%
47
186
1.89
43.98%
84
24.08%
46
31.94%
61
191
1.88
39.79%
76
25.65%
49
34.55%
66
191
1.95
37.17%
71
25.65%
49
37.17%
71
191
2.00
23.44%
45
38.54%
74
38.02%
73
192
2.15
35.83%
67
24.60%
46
39.57%
74
187
2.04
22.75%
43
38.10%
72
39.15%
74
189
2.16
#
Other active activities you are interested in:
Date
1
Off road Jeep trails like the ones in Troy at Uwharrie National Forest
11/5/2014 3:00 PM
2
Yoga
11/5/2014 9:07 AM
3
kayaking
11/5/2014 6:19 AM
4
Hiking
11/5/2014 6:11 AM
5
Yoga
11/4/2014 11:30 PM
6
Plain old every day Walking
10/31/2014 11:34 AM
7
Walking
10/17/2014 6:49 AM
8
Dog park and dog friendly wooded trails.
10/12/2014 8:15 PM
9
A YMCA type facility with outdoor slides similar to Kraf tFamily Y in Holly Springs, ampitheater, MORE
PLAYGROUNDS
10/11/2014 9:37 PM
10
Line Dances
10/9/2014 8:58 AM
11
Jeep driving off road OHV trails
10/8/2014 4:17 PM
12
Fishing, sporting clays
10/8/2014 1:58 PM
13
We really need something for tennis.
10/8/2014 12:06 PM
14
Arts & crafts: knitting, crocheting, quilting, woodworking, sewing, upholstery
10/8/2014 11:53 AM
15
walking
10/8/2014 11:40 AM
16
Sportsmen club offering shooting ranges for firearms and archery. We do not need another soccer program! Offer
something new and different to our community that is unique to our area. A sportsmen's club would be something
new and exciting to this area for people of all ages.
10/8/2014 8:57 AM
17
Hiking or Walking
10/7/2014 9:02 PM
18
Walking trails
10/7/2014 5:27 PM
19
Activities for senior citizens or an activity center for them. There is nothing here for them.
10/7/2014 4:45 PM
20
Being able to use the (insert profanity) soccer goals!!
10/7/2014 3:05 PM
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21
walking
10/7/2014 2:46 PM
22
Shooting Skeet
10/7/2014 1:51 PM
23
Jazzerc ise
10/7/2014 1:24 PM
24
Walking
10/7/2014 1:21 PM
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Q10 Please rate your interest in the passive
activities listed below:
Answered: 194
Skipped: 22
Frisbee
Visiting a dog
park
People watching
Bird watching
Yoga/Pilates
Canoeing
Photography
Walking on
interpretive...
Stargazing
Nature study
Attending
family reunions
Gardening
Playing in a
water play...
Picnicking
Fishing
Wildlife
observation
Visiting
historic sites
Playing on a
playground
Outdoor
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concerts
Walking
0
1
Not at all interested
Frisbee
Visiting a dog park
People watching
Bird watching
Yoga/Pilates
Canoeing
Photography
Walking on interpretive trails
Stargazing
Nature study
Attending family reunions
Gardening
Playing in a water play fountain
Picnicking
Fishing
Wildlife observation
Visiting historic sites
Playing on a playground
Outdoor concerts
Walking
2
3
Moderately interested
4
Extremely interested
5
Total
Weighted Average
49.48%
95
38.02%
73
12.50%
24
192
1.63
57.59%
110
28.80%
55
13.61%
26
191
1.56
44.74%
85
39.47%
75
15.79%
30
190
1.71
46.81%
88
35.64%
67
17.55%
33
188
1.71
49.73%
93
29.41%
55
20.86%
39
187
1.71
35.94%
69
39.58%
76
24.48%
47
192
1.89
39.15%
74
33.86%
64
26.98%
51
189
1.88
29.47%
56
43.16%
82
27.37%
52
190
1.98
39.79%
76
32.98%
63
27.23%
52
191
1.87
35.26%
67
36.84%
70
27.89%
53
190
1.93
32.81%
63
39.58%
76
27.60%
53
192
1.95
25.13%
48
46.07%
88
28.80%
55
191
2.04
35.23%
68
33.16%
64
31.61%
61
193
1.96
19.37%
37
47.64%
91
32.98%
63
191
2.14
25.26%
49
36.08%
70
38.66%
75
194
2.13
20.94%
40
38.74%
74
40.31%
77
191
2.19
18.95%
36
40.00%
76
41.05%
78
190
2.22
25.91%
50
33.16%
64
40.93%
79
193
2.15
14.51%
28
37.82%
73
47.67%
92
193
2.33
8.38%
16
38.74%
74
52.88%
101
191
2.45
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#
Other passive activities you are interested in:
Date
1
Camping
11/5/2014 3:01 PM
2
kayaking
11/5/2014 12:20 AM
3
Would love to see a community pool and/or water splash pad park.
10/7/2014 10:37 PM
4
USING THE SOCCER GOALS!!!
10/7/2014 3:06 PM
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Q11 Which initiatives should the Town of
Archer Lodge prioritize for future
implementation? Check all that apply.
Answered: 194
Skipped: 22
Develop active
recreation...
Develop
passive...
Develop indoor
recreation...
Acquire land
for recreation
Preserve
natural areas
Develop nature
and historic...
Develop
non-motorize...
None
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Answer Choices
Responses
Develop active recreation opportunities (ball fields, soccer etc)
63.92%
124
Develop passive recreation opportunities (hiking, picnicking, etc)
54.64%
106
Develop indoor recreation facilities (recreation center, gyms, pools etc.)
62.89%
122
Acquire land for recreation
50.00%
97
Preserve natural areas
39.18%
76
Develop nature and historical or cultural programs
27.84%
54
Develop non-motorized trails for walking and biking that connect schools, parks, neighborhoods other facilities
55.15%
107
None
5.15%
10
Total Respondents: 194
#
Other (please specify)
Date
1
Spray ground
11/22/2014 11:04 PM
2
Connect Flowers Trail on South Murphy rd. to Neuse or Sam's Branch Greenway
11/6/2014 12:13 PM
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3
Need a larger space. Lights on the soccer fields, tball fields More walking trails
11/5/2014 2:47 PM
4
A really nice hiking trail would be awesome.
11/5/2014 10:09 AM
5
Nothing to involve a TAX increase
10/31/2014 11:36 AM
6
Offer activities that special needs children can participate in.
10/13/2014 11:38 AM
7
Dog park with trails
10/12/2014 8:16 PM
8
kid spray area dog park walking trail
10/8/2014 4:54 PM
9
Tennis
10/8/2014 12:07 PM
10
community pool
10/8/2014 11:42 AM
11
Archer Lodge needs to stay a "small" community, as it was intended when we became a town. My only objection
is before we became a town, residence could come up to the park and use the facilities (soccer goals) - now that
we are a town, we are told that only "coaches" and "teams" are allowed to use these. Why the change??? Using
these was a great way to exercise, but have we already become to big, that resident can't use what we already
have??
10/8/2014 9:22 AM
12
Sportsmen's club as addressed earlier
10/8/2014 8:59 AM
13
Community pool and splash pad
10/7/2014 10:38 PM
14
Need activities for senior citizens.
10/7/2014 4:47 PM
15
Letting everyday residents of the town use the soccer goals!
10/7/2014 3:07 PM
16
Inexpensive organized aerobics
10/7/2014 2:31 PM
17
Encourage a private pistol/rifle range in Archer Lodge town limits. I'm sure enough farmland exists that a local
owner could finance and gain income from a well run, comprehensive facility.
10/7/2014 1:54 PM
18
What ever they want to do.
10/7/2014 1:46 PM
19
No fields to sit IDLE for 4-6 months out of the year.
10/7/2014 1:24 PM
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Q12 Please rate your interest in the classes
and programs listed below:
Answered: 193
Skipped: 23
Arts and Crafts
Card games,
bingo
Play groups,
parents nigh...
Swimming
lessons
Survival
Theater/drama
Yoga
First aid
Special needs
programs
Dog obedience
Cooking
Music
After
school/track...
Ceramics and
pottery
Day camps
Dance
Aerobics
Team building
Martial arts
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Martial arts
Teen classes
Educational
trips (zoos,...
0
1
Not at all interested
Arts and Crafts
Card games, bingo
Play groups, parents night out
Swimming lessons
Survival
Theater/drama
Yoga
First aid
Special needs programs
Dog obedience
Cooking
Music
After school/track-out
Ceramics and pottery
Day camps
Dance
Aerobics
Team building
Martial arts
2
3
Moderately interested
4
Extremely interested
5
Total
Weighted Average
31.61%
61
46.63%
90
21.76%
42
193
1.90
57.81%
111
29.69%
57
12.50%
24
192
1.55
48.96%
94
31.25%
60
19.79%
38
192
1.71
32.98%
63
34.03%
65
32.98%
63
191
2.00
57.07%
109
30.89%
59
12.04%
23
191
1.55
53.68%
102
34.21%
65
12.11%
23
190
1.58
54.21%
103
28.95%
55
16.84%
32
190
1.63
38.54%
74
41.67%
80
19.79%
38
192
1.81
59.04%
111
25.53%
48
15.43%
29
188
1.56
67.20%
127
22.75%
43
10.05%
19
189
1.43
38.95%
74
39.47%
75
21.58%
41
190
1.83
32.98%
63
42.41%
81
24.61%
47
191
1.92
55.56%
105
24.34%
46
20.11%
38
189
1.65
53.93%
103
28.80%
55
17.28%
33
191
1.63
47.37%
90
34.74%
66
17.89%
34
190
1.71
53.93%
103
27.75%
53
18.32%
35
191
1.64
53.97%
102
26.98%
51
19.05%
36
189
1.65
64.89%
122
27.13%
51
7.98%
15
188
1.43
56.61%
107
29.63%
56
13.76%
26
189
1.57
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Teen classes
Educational trips (zoos, museums, etc)
SurveyMonkey
61.70%
116
27.13%
51
11.17%
21
188
1.49
45.74%
86
34.57%
65
19.68%
37
188
1.74
#
Other classes and programs you are interested in:
Date
1
Bible classes
11/5/2014 3:02 PM
2
Summer Camp, seasonal sports camps & clinics.
11/4/2014 9:32 PM
3
K
10/8/2014 5:15 PM
4
family nature programs nature programs/camps for children and teens
10/8/2014 4:55 PM
5
Uniting churches bible classes
10/8/2014 4:19 PM
6
Senior Citizen programs/Active Aging
10/8/2014 11:56 AM
7
Activities for senior citizens.
10/7/2014 4:49 PM
8
How to get the mayor to call you back about using the soccer goals. seriously, if you're not on a team, how are
you supposed to train to get on one without access? Why i like legend park
10/7/2014 3:09 PM
9
Witchcraft and black arts
9/30/2014 6:23 PM
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SurveyMonkey
Q13 Please rate your interest in the special
events listed below:
Answered: 192
Skipped: 24
Festivals &
fairs
Farmer's
markets
Car shows
Heritage days
Book fairs
Parades &
holiday events
Outdoor movies
& music
0
1
Not at all interested
Festivals & fairs
Farmer's markets
Car shows
Heritage days
Book fairs
Parades & holiday events
Outdoor movies & music
2
3
Moderately interested
4
Extremely interested
5
Total
Weighted Average
14.06%
27
42.71%
82
43.23%
83
192
2.29
4.17%
8
36.46%
70
59.38%
114
192
2.55
41.36%
79
35.08%
67
23.56%
45
191
1.82
34.38%
66
42.71%
82
22.92%
44
192
1.89
38.42%
73
41.05%
78
20.53%
39
190
1.82
9.95%
19
43.46%
83
46.60%
89
191
2.37
13.68%
26
37.89%
72
48.42%
92
190
2.35
#
Other special events you are interested in:
Date
1
Have antique tractor shows
11/12/2014 9:20 PM
2
We need a Car Show
11/5/2014 3:02 PM
3
witchcraft events!
9/30/2014 6:24 PM
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Q14 Which (if any) of the following are
barriers to your participation in recreational
programs and facilities?
Answered: 191
Skipped: 25
I am not aware
of what...
Fees/cost of
programs are...
Facilities are
not up to date
Facilities are
not well...
Facilities are
not close to...
Facilities do
not feel safe
Lack of
restrooms
Not enough time
Lack of
pedestrian...
No means of
transportation
Timing of
events
Overcrowding
Lack of
facilities
Lack of
accommodatio...
Not interested
in offerings
None of the
above
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Answer Choices
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Responses
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I am not aware of what programs and facilities are offered
45.03%
86
Fees/cost of programs are too high
19.37%
37
Facilities are not up to date
13.61%
26
Facilities are not well maintained
6.81%
13
Facilities are not close to my home
9.42%
18
Facilities do not feel safe
3.14%
6
Lack of restrooms
18.85%
36
Not enough time
28.27%
54
Lack of pedestrian access
7.85%
15
No means of transportation
0.52%
1
Timing of events
16.23%
31
Overcrowding
11.52%
22
Lack of facilities
20.42%
39
Lack of accommodations for those with disabilities
4.71%
9
Not interested in offerings
8.90%
17
None of the above
16.23%
31
Total Respondents: 191
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Other (please specify)
Date
1
Better communication, more email communication Really need restrooms open 7 days a week. Security to open
at 8AM, and lock them at end of each day.
11/5/2014 2:50 PM
2
lack of parking
11/5/2014 10:14 AM
3
what mandate do you have to expand facilities? I thought Archer lodge was supposed to keep the small town
atmosphere we all love. I am not opposed to providing athletic opportunities for our kids if there is a real need but
there is no shortage of entertainment for adults in this area already.
11/5/2014 12:32 AM
4
Parking during events
11/4/2014 10:24 PM
5
Safety issues.
10/27/2014 3:02 PM
6
programs were not as advanced as others that were offered
10/9/2014 4:06 PM
7
need more handicap restrooms for sports field so grandparents can enjoy
10/8/2014 4:56 PM
8
Conflict with church times
10/8/2014 4:20 PM
9
really did not feel welcome when we participated.
10/8/2014 11:44 AM
10
being able to use the facilities without having to be a member of a team. Our grandson is old enough for the
teams, but doesn't live in the area - my sons (ages 21 & 23) are old enough to use the soccer goals, &
responsible enough (former marines) to take care of them and return them in the proper condition. Facilities
should be available to ALL Archer Lodge Residents, not just the ones who pay to be on a team. We pay taxes to
Archer Lodge, that should account for something.
10/8/2014 9:27 AM
11
Parking
10/8/2014 6:57 AM
12
My age.
10/7/2014 6:31 PM
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Stingy with their soccer goals
SurveyMonkey
10/7/2014 3:10 PM
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Q15 Do you use any schools, health clubs,
places of worship or any other
organizations for recreation?
Answered: 190
Skipped: 26
Yes
No
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Answer Choices
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Responses
Yes
47.89%
91
No
52.11%
99
Total
190
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If yes, please list:
Date
1
Church
11/22/2014 11:06 PM
2
Riverwood
11/15/2014 6:43 AM
3
Clayton fitness
11/7/2014 6:38 PM
4
Riverwood Athletic Club, Premier Athletics, Wake County Parks and Rec
11/6/2014 10:37 PM
5
Riverwood Elementary, Corinth Baptist
11/6/2014 7:01 PM
6
Flowers Pineville club, Premier athletics,
11/6/2014 7:58 AM
7
Riverwood
11/5/2014 8:41 PM
8
Club at Flowers Plantation
11/5/2014 7:55 PM
9
Clayton Fitness & C3 Church
11/5/2014 7:46 PM
10
Flowers gym
11/5/2014 4:42 PM
11
Health club
11/5/2014 4:18 PM
12
Central Baptist Church member activities
11/5/2014 11:04 AM
13
riverwood gym and clayton community center
11/5/2014 10:15 AM
14
Pineville club
11/5/2014 7:19 AM
15
Riverwood athletic club
11/5/2014 6:37 AM
16
Pineville Club
11/5/2014 5:28 AM
17
Town of Clayton
11/5/2014 2:24 AM
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18
Riverwood athletic club
11/4/2014 11:41 PM
19
Church
11/4/2014 11:29 PM
20
Church School Gym
11/4/2014 10:51 PM
21
Riverwood athletic club, purna yoga, Clayton community center
11/4/2014 10:01 PM
22
Pool at Riverwood
11/4/2014 9:50 PM
23
Health club
11/4/2014 9:45 PM
24
Clayton Little League, JUSA soccer, Monster Batting Cages
11/4/2014 9:34 PM
25
High school
11/3/2014 12:06 PM
26
Bethlehem Baptist basketball
10/31/2014 11:39 PM
27
Dance lessons at a private facility. Swims lessons in Clayton.
10/20/2014 4:10 PM
28
Riverwood Athletic Club, Town of Wendell
10/18/2014 9:56 AM
29
Clayton Fitness
10/17/2014 6:56 AM
30
Pineville Club, The Miracle League of Johnston County
10/13/2014 11:43 AM
31
Riverwood and Lionsgate Athletic Clubs
10/9/2014 9:23 PM
32
Hocutt Baptist
10/9/2014 11:45 AM
33
Club at Flowers Plantation
10/9/2014 8:33 AM
34
Pineville Club
10/8/2014 9:25 PM
35
Zebulon Community Center, wendell community center
10/8/2014 7:42 PM
36
east clayton elementary gym---basketball, knightdale baptist gym--basketball
10/8/2014 6:29 PM
37
Church
10/8/2014 4:27 PM
38
Upward Basketball
10/8/2014 4:21 PM
39
Central Baptist Church (Wendell) Wendell Community Center Gym Doug Proctor Fields (Wendell)
10/8/2014 2:06 PM
40
Wendell Community Center
10/8/2014 1:57 PM
41
Richland Creek Community Church, Wake Forest
10/8/2014 1:42 PM
42
Carolina Dance Productions
10/8/2014 12:37 PM
43
central baptist
10/8/2014 12:23 PM
44
Clayton Community Center Clayton Center for Active Aging
10/8/2014 11:58 AM
45
I belong to Planet Fitness in Knightdale
10/8/2014 11:48 AM
46
church, and a nearby community
10/8/2014 11:46 AM
47
Flowers
10/8/2014 11:45 AM
48
Church
10/8/2014 11:35 AM
49
Wendell Parks & Rec
10/8/2014 11:14 AM
50
NONE ARE AVAILABLE TO ME
10/8/2014 11:11 AM
51
Amelia Christian Church, but mostly we use the Archer Lodge Park (when our grandson is visiting)
10/8/2014 9:29 AM
52
Church
10/8/2014 1:54 AM
53
Riverwood athletic club
10/7/2014 11:01 PM
54
Kiss soccer, Clayton swim club pool
10/7/2014 10:45 PM
55
Riverwood Athletic Club/Pool /Lions Gate pool and golfing
10/7/2014 10:40 PM
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56
Healtquest
10/7/2014 9:55 PM
57
Planet fitness Knightdale
10/7/2014 9:35 PM
58
Flowers Club
10/7/2014 7:35 PM
59
schools
10/7/2014 6:32 PM
60
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
10/7/2014 3:51 PM
61
Smithfield aquatics center
10/7/2014 3:11 PM
62
Pinevile
10/7/2014 1:56 PM
63
Pineville club, martial arts academy
10/7/2014 1:37 PM
64
health club
10/7/2014 1:27 PM
65
Wendell Parks and Recreation Greater Cleveland Athletic Association
10/7/2014 12:42 PM
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Q16 Would you be willing to pay higher fees
for more recreation programs and/or
improved facilities?
Answered: 185
Skipped: 31
Yes
No
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Answer Choices
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Responses
Yes
60.54%
112
No
39.46%
73
Total
185
#
Why or why not?
Date
1
Access
11/15/2014 6:43 AM
2
If fees are to high people want come to recreation programs
11/12/2014 9:24 PM
3
Maybe, depends on what percentage of increase
11/6/2014 12:18 PM
4
Close to home/more convenient newer up to date facilities
11/6/2014 7:58 AM
5
I like the convenience of having my children play sports so close to my home.
11/5/2014 9:06 PM
6
Because I don't live in Archer Lodge
11/5/2014 4:18 PM
7
Fees are way too low. You provide a great service, charge for it. Even though it is volunteer, still charge for it.
11/5/2014 2:51 PM
8
Fees were appropriate this past year, but paying a high amount is not something that interests me or is in our
budget with two young boys.
11/5/2014 2:44 PM
9
Modestly higher; if you build it, they will come!
11/5/2014 11:04 AM
10
I don't mind paying something, but the cost must be low.
11/5/2014 10:23 AM
11
How much higher?
11/5/2014 10:15 AM
12
The amount of homeowners dues have already gone up. The budget is not in control.
11/5/2014 8:51 AM
13
As long as they are reasonable and consistent with those clubs around the area
11/5/2014 7:19 AM
14
More exercise, additional fun
11/5/2014 2:24 AM
15
Because my income is very limited & I can barely afford it now...
11/5/2014 1:22 AM
16
I am capable of entertaining myself. Just maintain present facilities and expand only if there is a real need for
youth programs.
11/5/2014 12:35 AM
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17
Current athletic fees seem competitive with others in area
11/4/2014 11:41 PM
18
It costs
11/4/2014 11:29 PM
19
Likely to be less than other activities
11/4/2014 9:50 PM
20
It would be great to have facilities for older children's athletics.
11/4/2014 9:34 PM
21
As long as the programs are ran well
10/31/2014 11:39 PM
22
Fixed income
10/17/2014 6:56 AM
23
We prefer to enjoy recreational activities near more-populated city centers and state parks instead of near our
quiet, rural home. We don't want the noise, crime, and litter of other people near our home.
10/15/2014 10:57 AM
24
maybe
10/14/2014 7:58 AM
25
Yes, because that is the cost of living in a town with a good Parks and Recreation Program. The benefits out
weight the extra costs.
10/13/2014 11:43 AM
26
But only if it interests me. I do not want to pay for somebody's hobby. I work hard for my money and I would like
to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Otherwise, I will cast my vote against you in the next election.
10/12/2014 8:20 PM
27
Don't have the funds.
10/10/2014 8:31 AM
28
pay taxes
10/9/2014 4:07 PM
29
Can't afford.
10/9/2014 11:45 AM
30
Limited income When they formed this town the object was to keep it the way it was then.
10/9/2014 6:58 AM
31
Need to keep it as it has always been!
10/9/2014 1:36 AM
32
Convenience. I should put my money where my mouth is!
10/8/2014 9:25 PM
33
Willing to pay forthings but not pay more than average for the area; this question is not clear by the way.
10/8/2014 6:29 PM
34
slightly higher fees would be appropriate to have top notch facilities
10/8/2014 4:57 PM
35
Only slightly with so many communities there are too many options if costs go too high.
10/8/2014 4:21 PM
36
With great facilities comes higher fees. However, fees must be comparable with neighboring communities.
10/8/2014 2:06 PM
37
Depends on the fee, activity, etc.
10/8/2014 1:57 PM
38
Only if the fees are reasonable and what I want to see improved.
10/8/2014 1:42 PM
39
Hard to do with fees so high. Commitment and development of passion can not be developed when costs is too
high. Maybe low cost programs where fees move up more you do. Have low fees to get people there first and
then slowly go up to keep people.
10/8/2014 11:58 AM
40
Our taxes are high enough. I would not object to a per activity or per use fee.
10/8/2014 11:48 AM
41
within moderation
10/8/2014 11:46 AM
42
only if you had a swim club that is not just geared to children.
10/8/2014 11:45 AM
43
Unclear what is being asked here...higher fees per program offered such as current soccer and baseball fees? or
registration and enrollment fees for the year? Current fees per program are reasonable.
10/8/2014 11:43 AM
44
Reasonably higher fees for the improved facilities.
10/8/2014 11:35 AM
45
YOU ARE NOT CLEAR ON WHAT HIGHER FEES MEAN IS THAT TAXES OR FEES FOR THE EVENT OR
FACILLITY NOT INTERESTED IN PAYING HIGHER TAX
10/8/2014 11:11 AM
46
We already pay taxes to Archer Lodge, that we didn't pay before. I have no problem paying taxes to Archer
Lodge, as I believe it is a great community, but I'm paying taxes without being able to use all the facilities.
10/8/2014 9:29 AM
47
We are an active family, but we often find activities in Clayton or Raleigh instead of archers lodge
10/7/2014 10:45 PM
48
Pay enough now
10/7/2014 10:22 PM
49
If facilities are developed that are aligned with the interests I have indicated I would be willing to pay additional
fees.
10/7/2014 9:08 PM
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50
Yes, For more diversified activities, not just sports. There are other interesting things to do other than sports. An
all ages facility would better serve all the citizens, not just the 1st time homeowners with youngsters who use
sport programs and then move away. Keep and serve the residents that are already here.
10/7/2014 4:55 PM
51
County just gave our portion to the Town of Clayton
10/7/2014 3:12 PM
52
Because we can't even use whats already there
10/7/2014 3:11 PM
53
Need more to offer and takes money.
10/7/2014 2:16 PM
54
Close in recreation would encourage walking and increase health.
10/7/2014 1:56 PM
55
I can walk on the trail for free. The programs offered usually don't appeal to me.
10/7/2014 1:45 PM
56
Moved to Archer Lodge to avoid all this. If younger people need or want this, make it FEE based and leave Tax
dollars out.
10/7/2014 1:27 PM
57
Would be willing to pay fees for indoor facilities for exercise classes and swimming laps.
10/7/2014 1:27 PM
58
But not extreme increases
10/7/2014 1:21 PM
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Q17 Please list any athletic leagues that you
have participated in during the past 12
months (if any):
Answered: 101
Skipped: 115
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Responses
Date
1
None
11/15/2014 6:44 AM
2
Soccer, Baseball
11/12/2014 9:24 PM
3
Kids soccer
11/7/2014 6:40 PM
4
Tball, soccer
11/6/2014 10:39 PM
5
archer lodge and wendell and johnston co.
11/6/2014 7:02 PM
6
Wendell soccer Wendell softball
11/6/2014 12:55 PM
7
Archer Lodge
11/6/2014 12:19 PM
8
Archer lodge soccer Flowers soccer Premier athletics dance/cheer teams
11/6/2014 8:01 AM
9
Archer Lodge soccer
11/5/2014 9:07 PM
10
Archer lodge
11/5/2014 8:43 PM
11
youth soccer youth t-ball
11/5/2014 7:56 PM
12
Archer lodge soccer
11/5/2014 7:47 PM
13
Archer lodge soccer and baseball
11/5/2014 4:43 PM
14
Soccer at AL
11/5/2014 4:18 PM
15
Archer Lodge 6-8 modified T ball [Spring] Archer Lodge 6-8 Soccer [Fall]
11/5/2014 3:04 PM
16
Clayton City community
11/5/2014 2:52 PM
17
Archer Lodge Tball Tri-County Soccer
11/5/2014 2:45 PM
18
none
11/5/2014 2:18 PM
19
Soccer
11/5/2014 1:51 PM
20
Kids baseball, kids martial arts
11/5/2014 1:25 PM
21
Soccer
11/5/2014 11:17 AM
22
Soccer and baseball
11/5/2014 11:15 AM
23
Baseball
11/5/2014 11:05 AM
24
archer lodge baseball, dance
11/5/2014 10:57 AM
25
SOCCER--ARCHERS LODGE BASKETBALL--CORINTH HOLDERS FOOTBALL--CORINTH HOLDERS
BASEBALL--CORINTH HOLDERS
11/5/2014 10:53 AM
26
AL Soccer
11/5/2014 10:24 AM
27
Soccer
11/5/2014 9:14 AM
28
Archers lodge t-ball
11/5/2014 8:52 AM
29
T-Ball
11/5/2014 8:43 AM
30
YMCA Basketball, Archers Lodge T-Ball, Clayton Civitan Lacrosse, NCLA
11/5/2014 8:40 AM
31
Football,basketball , baseball ,
11/5/2014 8:13 AM
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32
Archer Lodge Youth Soccer and Baseball
11/5/2014 7:54 AM
33
Fall soccer archer lodge, upwards spring football, Smithfieldparks and rec basketball, fall 2013 upward soccer
11/5/2014 7:53 AM
34
Archer's lodge soccer and t-ball
11/5/2014 7:44 AM
35
Archer lodge soccer and Corinth Community basketball league
11/5/2014 7:21 AM
36
Archer Lodge soccer
11/5/2014 6:39 AM
37
Inline hockey~ ECHO
11/5/2014 6:24 AM
38
AL soccer
11/5/2014 6:23 AM
39
Archer lodge, Corinth community recreation
11/5/2014 6:17 AM
40
Girl middle school age travel basketball.
11/5/2014 5:32 AM
41
Town of Clayton Parks and Recreation adult men's slow-pitch softball
11/5/2014 2:25 AM
42
Baseball, softball
11/4/2014 11:30 PM
43
Baseball and soccer
11/4/2014 11:02 PM
44
Baseba
11/4/2014 10:51 PM
45
Fall/spring baseball Fall soccer
11/4/2014 10:20 PM
46
Soccer. Baseball. Tball.
11/4/2014 10:13 PM
47
YMCA
11/4/2014 10:07 PM
48
Clayton parks and rec - basketball Archer lodge fall & spring soccer Archer lodge fall & spring baseball 9-13
Archer lodge t-ball
11/4/2014 10:03 PM
49
Archers Lodge tball and soccer. Smithfield parks and recreation tball.
11/4/2014 9:55 PM
50
Archers Lodge tball
11/4/2014 9:53 PM
51
Softball and tball
11/4/2014 9:46 PM
52
Archer lodge
11/4/2014 9:42 PM
53
Tball
11/4/2014 9:38 PM
54
Archers lodge soccer tball
11/4/2014 9:37 PM
55
JUSA soccer, Clayton Little League
11/4/2014 9:36 PM
56
Baseball
11/4/2014 9:31 PM
57
Archers Lodge
11/4/2014 9:21 PM
58
Corinth, Clayton
11/3/2014 12:07 PM
59
archers lodge soccer
11/2/2014 3:01 PM
60
Archer Lodge soccer
10/31/2014 11:40 PM
61
Golf, Bowling, Rugby, Little League
10/21/2014 1:25 PM
62
Wendell spring baseball, Wendell basketball, Archer Lodge t-ball, Archer Lodge fall baseball, travel baseball
10/18/2014 9:59 AM
63
The Miracle League of Johnston County
10/13/2014 11:43 AM
64
Baseball, soccer and basketball
10/11/2014 9:40 PM
65
Clayton Little League, Upward
10/9/2014 4:07 PM
66
None
10/9/2014 1:37 AM
67
Kids soccer and baseball
10/8/2014 9:27 PM
68
JUSA Archer lodge athletics
10/8/2014 9:11 PM
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East wake soccer association
10/8/2014 9:10 PM
70
Knightdale Co-Ed Softball
10/8/2014 7:43 PM
71
Soccer
10/8/2014 6:57 PM
72
archer lodge baseball ymca soccer (twice per year) upward basketball in knightdale swim team at smithfield
aquatics center
10/8/2014 6:30 PM
73
kids fall soceer
10/8/2014 4:57 PM
74
Upward Basketball
10/8/2014 4:21 PM
75
ALCC 8U baseball (coach pitch) ALCC 10U baseball (fall league)
10/8/2014 2:08 PM
76
Tiny Tots Basketball, Pee Wee Soccer
10/8/2014 1:58 PM
77
Archer Lodge, Smithfield Parks and Rec
10/8/2014 12:38 PM
78
ALCC soccer and t-ball
10/8/2014 12:24 PM
79
Ping millbooks in Raleigh for tennis
10/8/2014 12:10 PM
80
Church league softball
10/8/2014 11:59 AM
81
Soccer, basketball, softball, volleyball, Futsal,
10/8/2014 11:59 AM
82
none
10/8/2014 11:49 AM
83
Corinth Holder
10/8/2014 11:47 AM
84
Kids has participated in soccer, T-Ball, and baseball at Archer Lodge.
10/8/2014 11:44 AM
85
Soccer
10/8/2014 11:15 AM
86
JUSA Soccer
10/8/2014 10:52 AM
87
Being disabled - there are not any athletic leagues to participate in. Our son's wish to participate in an adult
baseball league, but have not found any in the area. Softball is fine, but they prefer baseball. If there were an
adult baseball league in our area, we would certainly come to watch them play.
10/8/2014 9:32 AM
88
JUSA Soccer Club
10/8/2014 6:58 AM
89
Soccer
10/7/2014 11:03 PM
90
Doing soccer, fall soccer JUSA, tae kwon do
10/7/2014 10:46 PM
91
Bowling
10/7/2014 10:24 PM
92
none
10/7/2014 9:56 PM
93
NA
10/7/2014 9:09 PM
94
JUSA
10/7/2014 6:23 PM
95
Bike riding
10/7/2014 5:30 PM
96
golf
10/7/2014 4:56 PM
97
2014 Fall Soccer (ages 4/5)
10/7/2014 3:51 PM
98
soccer
10/7/2014 2:50 PM
99
None
10/7/2014 2:47 PM
100
Soccer, tball
10/7/2014 1:38 PM
101
Johnston United Soccer Association Greater Cleveland Athletic Association volleyball Wendell Parks and
Recreation volleyball and basketball
10/7/2014 12:44 PM
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Q18 Why do you/your family participate in
recreation activities? Please rank your
preferences below.
Answered: 187
Skipped: 29
To have fun
To be outdoors
It is
free/affordable
Exercise/physic
al fitness
To be with
family/friends
For relaxation
To
learn/education
0
1
To have fun
To be outdoors
It is free/affordable
Exercise/physical fitness
To be with family/friends
For relaxation
To learn/education
1
2
2
3
4
3
5
4
6
5
7
8
6
9
7
10
Total
Score
47.59%
89
25.67%
48
10.16%
19
8.56%
16
3.74%
7
3.21%
6
1.07%
2
187
5.91
15.51%
29
24.60%
46
22.46%
42
22.46%
42
6.42%
12
6.42%
12
2.14%
4
187
4.93
3.21%
6
11.76%
22
20.32%
38
17.65%
33
16.04%
30
10.70%
20
20.32%
38
187
3.55
13.37%
25
19.25%
36
17.65%
33
23.53%
44
15.51%
29
6.95%
13
3.74%
7
187
4.56
11.76%
22
11.23%
21
13.90%
26
12.30%
23
34.76%
65
12.30%
23
3.74%
7
187
4.01
3.74%
7
2.14%
4
6.95%
13
10.16%
19
13.37%
25
48.66%
91
14.97%
28
187
2.67
4.81%
9
5.35%
10
8.56%
16
5.35%
10
10.16%
19
11.76%
22
54.01%
101
187
2.38
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Q19 How do you find out about recreation
programs and activities you participate in?
Answered: 180
Skipped: 36
Websites
From
friends/neig...
Social media
Online
newsletters
Newspaper
articles
Printed school
flyers/newsl...
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Answer Choices
50%
60%
70%
80%
90% 100%
Responses
Websites
71.11%
128
From friends/neighbors
66.11%
119
Social media
34.44%
62
Online newsletters
13.33%
24
Newspaper articles
18.89%
34
Printed school flyers/newsletters
15.56%
28
Total Respondents: 180
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Other (please specify)
Date
1
The old red BBQ siqn!!
11/6/2014 12:20 PM
2
Email
11/5/2014 8:44 PM
3
The sign in the parking lot of the Archer Lodge Community Center
11/5/2014 3:04 PM
4
Emailing me
11/5/2014 2:52 PM
5
emails from community center
11/5/2014 7:55 AM
6
email
10/10/2014 11:44 AM
7
Member of Health Club
10/9/2014 9:05 AM
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Creat them myself.
10/9/2014 1:38 AM
9
The sign in the parking lot of the Archer Lodge Community Center
10/8/2014 4:22 PM
10
tv
10/8/2014 12:26 PM
11
posted signage at the park and fire dept
10/8/2014 11:52 AM
12
Signs
10/7/2014 6:25 PM
13
We dont have a local paper. We live in A/L.
10/7/2014 4:57 PM
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Q20 Would you be willing to volunteer to
support a Town of Archer Lodge event,
activity or program?
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If yes, please list your volunteer activities
Date
1
Anything would do to help my community
11/15/2014 6:45 AM
2
Volunteer with Coach Pitch years ago
11/12/2014 9:25 PM
3
school and church
11/6/2014 7:03 PM
4
Baseball coach First Aid Instructor
11/6/2014 12:20 PM
5
Husband is a fireman
11/5/2014 1:52 PM
6
Already volunteer for ALCC
11/5/2014 11:06 AM
7
I have been a coach for AL Soccer
11/5/2014 10:24 AM
8
Depends on the activity. I do not have a limit.
11/5/2014 8:54 AM
9
coaching
11/5/2014 7:44 AM
10
Depends on what
11/5/2014 6:17 AM
11
Any
11/4/2014 11:31 PM
12
Coach
11/4/2014 9:54 PM
13
Clean up park
11/4/2014 9:37 PM
14
I have coached for many years. I also helped take care of the fields when my kids played there
11/3/2014 12:08 PM
15
Coach youth soccer
10/31/2014 11:40 PM
16
Sports, arts & crafts, holiday events
10/31/2014 10:22 AM
17
cooking, clean up, serving, ticket sales
10/14/2014 8:01 AM
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The Archers Lodge Community Center Meetings Finance Committee for Universal Playground in Clayton
10/13/2014 11:46 AM
19
I already coach tball and soccer.
10/9/2014 8:47 AM
20
Soccer coaching, various festival activities
10/8/2014 9:29 PM
21
ALSL coach
10/8/2014 8:29 PM
22
maybe, I am older and have health issues so I'm not sure if I could help
10/8/2014 7:54 PM
23
any
10/8/2014 6:31 PM
24
Scouts outdoor
10/8/2014 5:17 PM
25
if I was asked to participate with kids programs, I would.
10/8/2014 4:58 PM
26
I plan on being an assistant coach next year for my son's team Anything Bible related
10/8/2014 4:22 PM
27
Baseball program Family Fun Day Planning
10/8/2014 2:10 PM
28
Recreational coaching
10/8/2014 12:39 PM
29
Educational and exercise programs for senior citizens
10/8/2014 12:00 PM
30
Any cycling activities, music programs
10/8/2014 11:52 AM
31
tried that and felt like an outsider. was ridiculed at your auction b/c I am a "Northerner". Never felt welcome. Took
my money & donations though.
10/8/2014 11:49 AM
32
Guardian Ad Litem (Johnston County) Volunteer at local schools Able to Serve (program fro adults with
disabilities)
10/8/2014 9:34 AM
33
Trail maintenance, others
10/7/2014 10:48 PM
34
Wherever needed
10/7/2014 10:26 PM
35
Interpretive nature walks, bird watching, and night sky/ star gazing
10/7/2014 9:13 PM
36
Crafts, fairs, market.
10/7/2014 4:57 PM
37
Maybe if the mayor was more active in listening to people
10/7/2014 3:13 PM
38
I have not been asked to do anything in Archer Lodge but would love to help. I have been a GS leader, Cub
Scour leader, Youth Group, Adult education coordinator, etc.
10/7/2014 1:29 PM
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Q21 Please share any additional
thoughts/comments:
Answered: 28
Skipped: 188
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Responses
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1
No greenways / trails on private property! Only construct greenways / trails adjacent to or on roadways.
11/18/2014 8:12 PM
2
Archer Lodge needs to offer more sports and move the age group for baseball and soccer
11/12/2014 9:27 PM
3
Coach of Orange soccer team fall of 2014 stacks his team. It is known he does this by all parents. He has been
told before about playing only best players. Uses additional coaches for gain.
11/6/2014 7:05 PM
4
MY SON HAS PLAYED SOCCER FOR THE PAST 6 YEARS (SPRING AND FALL) AT ARCHERS LODGE.
THIS FALL SEASON HAS BEEN THE MOST UNORGANIZED SEASON. NO REFEREE'S AT TIMES. SOME
OF THE REFEREE'S THAT WE DID HAVE DID NOT PAY ATTENTION TO THE GAME (PLAYING WITH
TELEPHONE). SOME TEAMS PLAYED BACK TO BACK DURING THE REGULAR SEASON. YOU MAY PLAY
ONE TEAM TWICE AND ANOTHER TEAM ONLY ONCE. DURING THE REGULAR SEASON, EACH TEAM
SHOULD PLAY EACH OTHER AT LEAST TWICE. TOO WIDE OF AN AGE GROUP (9-14 YR OLD). THE
SYSTEM WAS BROKEN THIS SEASON. SORRY, BUT WE WILL BE TAKING A BREAK FROM ARCHERS
LODGE FOR THE SPRING 2015 SEASON.
11/5/2014 2:18 PM
5
Bathrooms being locked all the time is a problem
11/5/2014 11:15 AM
6
We love archer lodge!
11/5/2014 10:58 AM
7
Our family loves to visit the Archer Lodge community park/playground. We've considered renting the shelter for
birthday parties, but the fees are too high and not competitive with others in the area. We have rented park
facilities in Zebulon instead due to their affordability.
11/4/2014 11:48 PM
8
Organizing a select baseball team would be great. There are many kids that want to play, but not enough spots
on the Archers, Cyclones, GBI, etc.
11/4/2014 9:39 PM
9
I have been to facilities all around Raleigh and I would love to see Archers Lodge upgrade and expand because
its so close. I have two small children that would greatly benefit.
11/1/2014 1:21 PM
10
The safety of the park concerns me.
10/27/2014 3:07 PM
11
Just concentrate on keeping undeveloped park land. We moved out here to get away from development not to be
overrun by more. Trails (unpaved trails) and natural areas are what we need. This is not Raleigh/Cary and should
never be. If people moved out here to get more Raleigh/Cary then they can go back and have all they want.
10/15/2014 1:33 PM
12
We moved out to Archer Lodge because it was rural and quiet. We don't want noise, crowded roadways, and
crime. However, it seems wherever you go nowadays urban sprawl will follow you. Please keep the peace-andquiet-loving, hard-working, long-commuting people in mind when scheduling and placing events. Thank you.
10/15/2014 11:03 AM
13
Keep things as is!
10/9/2014 1:39 AM
14
We love the convenience of the Archer Lodge Community Center sports leagues but the fields and facilities are
barely adequate. I would like to see the town provide improved spaces for the kids.
10/8/2014 9:34 PM
15
Would love soccer fields that are permanent :)
10/8/2014 8:30 PM
16
I would like to see the town be more competitive in offering sports leagues and such. It just seems as though the
childrens sports leagues are not as organized as they could be and the facilities are not maintained very well. I
would like to see the town take over the community center and get away from the "private" park--either the whole
community can use it or they can't. There is really nothing private about a park anyway. If we are going to have
restrooms at the park, then they need to be OPEN AND MAINTAINED. That one thing is the reason a lot of
parents don't enjoy using the park because they don't want their kids in the nasty portajohns. We need MORE
athletic fields and more actitivies in general. MOST OF ALL, we need sidewalks up and down Covered Bridge
Road and Buffalo Road. We would come to the park much more ofthen IF WE COULD SAFELY WALK THERE.
10/8/2014 6:34 PM
17
First year in Archer Lodge...content with program but there is room for improvements.
10/8/2014 4:59 PM
18
"If you build it, they will come."
10/8/2014 2:11 PM
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We like it so far. We really have enjoyed it. But my kids are into Tennis.
10/8/2014 12:11 PM
20
Would it be possible to work out something with Riverwood Athletic Club for an Archer Lodge membership?
10/8/2014 12:01 PM
21
Still cannot believe you have operated all these years without obtaining Non-Profit status. That was just insane.
10/8/2014 11:52 AM
22
I want AL to have sufficient sports activities for all ages so that I do not have to go to other communities for my
children to participate (softball, baseball are our main interests)
10/8/2014 11:49 AM
23
IN ADDING THESE THINGS TO OUR TOWN IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO NOT OVERCROWD OUR TOWN I
BOUGHT MY HOUSE HERE BECAUSE OF THE PEACE QUITE AND THE AWESOME FARMS AND
COUNTRY LIVING I AM FOR ADDING THINGS LIKE YOU HAVE MENTIONED BUT I DONT WANT OUR
TOWN TO LOSE ITS SMALL TOWN FEEL AND PLEASE DONT GET RID OF PLACES LIKE BARNS STORE
AND GAS STATION PLACES LIKE THESE SHOULD BE CARED FOR AND PRESERVED
10/8/2014 11:22 AM
24
need more for people with disabilities & need to allow residents of Archer Lodge to use the Archer Lodge facilities
(soccer goals)
10/8/2014 9:35 AM
25
Please grow with the surrounding towns.
10/7/2014 10:51 PM
26
My grandchildren have outgrown the ball teams to play here anymore. Archer Lodge need offer for the older
children as well as the young.
10/7/2014 6:37 PM
27
None
10/7/2014 5:31 PM
28
I am disappointed in the direction the town is headed. every town develops, but this one is developing by telling
it's residents that it will not.
10/7/2014 3:14 PM
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Q22 If you are interested in volunteering,
please fill in your name and contact
information:
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Responses
Date
1
Jennifer Barrow (919)553-2406
11/12/2014 9:27 PM
2
Jason Boggs [email protected] 919-669-8276
11/6/2014 12:21 PM
3
Stephanie Edmondson 919-550-6389
11/5/2014 7:42 PM
4
I WOULD IF I COULD. MY JOB DOES NOT ALLOW ME TIME TO DO THAT.
11/5/2014 2:18 PM
5
Carla Spears 919-995-8060
11/5/2014 9:15 AM
6
Jaime Twiford 919.961.6101
11/5/2014 8:54 AM
7
Toni Ravens 919-763-0998
11/5/2014 6:24 AM
8
Shannon Hime-Bizzarro
11/5/2014 5:33 AM
9
Paul Yates 9199018813
11/3/2014 12:08 PM
10
Kristi Woolard [email protected] 919-632-3532
10/31/2014 10:30 PM
11
Tabatha Moriarity, 919-901-2279 or [email protected]
10/31/2014 10:22 AM
12
bob davis 919-946-2463
10/21/2014 1:25 PM
13
current volunteer
10/18/2014 9:59 AM
14
Anna Bass, 919-550-8206, [email protected]
10/14/2014 8:01 AM
15
Laura Buchanan (919) 366-1500
10/13/2014 11:46 AM
16
The Barnes Family [email protected]
10/10/2014 11:45 AM
17
Patricia Foye 99-553-0810
10/9/2014 9:05 AM
18
Matt & Amy Dean 11095 Covered Bridge Road Zebulon, NC 27597 (919) 366-3775
10/8/2014 9:34 PM
19
TC Hyatt 919-669-1510 text or phone or [email protected]
10/8/2014 8:30 PM
20
Already a volunteer
10/8/2014 2:11 PM
21
Louanne Mobley 107 Murphy Dr. Clayton, NC 27527
10/8/2014 12:01 PM
22
Zac Drake 919-523-1364
10/8/2014 11:52 AM
23
Never again. It was all about the kids, yet I saw no parents at those meetings. No consideration was given to
adults/Seniors and what they might like.
10/8/2014 11:52 AM
24
I WORK IN RALEIGH AND GO TO CHURCH IN RALEIGH SO I AM IN RALEIGH 6 DAYS OF THE WEEK BUT
IF I CAN HELP IN SOME WAY I WILL FREDDIE VALENTIN 919-625-2333 [email protected]
10/8/2014 11:22 AM
25
Pat Bordonaro 477 Wall Rd Wendell, NC 27591 ----- (919) 550-9511 [email protected]
10/8/2014 9:35 AM
26
I'll respond to requests for volunteers on Facebook
10/7/2014 10:51 PM
27
Douglas Prince 32 Bridgeport Cir. 919-585-7185 - home 919-809-3345 - cell
10/7/2014 10:27 PM
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Wade Beviier [email protected] 919-553-2992
10/7/2014 9:14 PM
29
suzanne morse 684 Southwick Ave Clayton, 27527
10/7/2014 6:07 PM
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No
10/7/2014 5:31 PM
31
David Stelzner [email protected]
10/7/2014 2:48 PM
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Susan Creech 704-517-0561 [email protected] (preference for contact)
10/7/2014 1:30 PM
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D
APPENDIX D: FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES AND CREATIVE
PARTNERSHIPS
Archer Lodge is currently seeking funding to purchase land for the first
town park through the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF). If the
Town is selected as a grant recipient, the PARTF funds will supplement
the cost to purchase the future park property.
The PARTF grant and other potential federal, state and private funding
sources that the Town of Archer Lodge could utilize in the development
of their first park and for future parks and recreation facilities are described below.
Federal Funding Sources
Land and Water Conservation Fund
The Land and Water Conserva on Fund (LWCF) is administered by the Department of the Interior, Na onal Park Service. The fund provides matching
grants for acquisi on and development of public outdoor and recrea on facili es. It can be used for community park and recrea on facili es, including
trails and greenways. Money is allocated through the State Division of Parks
and Recrea on. Fi y percent of the local project costs must be met through
in-kind services or cash. Source: www.nps.gov/lwcf/
The Surface Transporta on Program
The Surface Transporta on Program (STP) provides funding which can be
used for pedestrian and bicycle projects. Ten percent of these funds must be
used for Transporta on Enhancement Ac vi es (TE). TE funds are limited to
project construc on and cannot be used to cover the cost of rou ne maintenance. Source: www. wa.dot.gov/environment/te and www.enhacements.
org
Safe Routes to School
The Safe Routes to School (SR2S) Program provides funding for both infrastructure-related and behavioral projects geared toward providing a safe,
appealing environment for walking and/or biking that will improve the
quality of children’s lives and support na onal health objec ves by reducing
traffic, fuel consump on and air pollu on in the vicinity of schools. Eligible
projects may be undertaken on any public road, bicycle or pedestrian path
or trail near schools and includes such improvements as sidewalk improvements, traffic calming/speed reduc on, pedestrian/bicycle crossing, onstreet bicycle facili es, off-street bicycle/pedestrian facili es, secure bicycle
parking and traffic diversion. Source: www. wa.dot.gov
Recrea onal Trails Program
The Recrea onal Trails Program (RTP) provides funding to develop, construct, rehabilitate and maintain trails for recrea onal purposes that include
pedestrian, equestrian, and bicycling. Matching grants are available to eligible en es for development of trails for use by hikers, equestrians and/or
mountain bikes. Source: www. wa.dot.gov/environment/rectrails/
Wetland Reserve Program
The Wetland Reserve Program is administered by the US Department of
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Agriculture’s Natural Resource Conserva on Service and offers technical and
financial assistance to landowners who want to restore and protect wetland
areas for water quality and wildlife habitat. The program pays private landowners who agree to place sensi ve wetlands under permanent easements,
and it can be used to fund protec on of open space and greenways within
riparian corridors. Source: www.nrcs.usda.gov
Environmental Educa on Grants Program (EPA)
The Environmental Educa on Grants Program is sponsored by the EPA’s Environmental Educa on Division (EED) and provides funding for environmental
educa on projects. The purpose of the program is to improve the public’s
awareness and knowledge, and create skills that help ci zens make educated decisions that have an effect on environmental quality. Source: www.
epa.gov
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Grant Opportunities
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service offers several federal grants that help
protect habitat for fish and wildlife in the Southeastern states. For a complete
list of grant programs, refer to the website listed below. Source: www.fws.
gov/southeast/grants/GrantOpportuni es.html
National Endowment for the Arts Grant Opportunities
The Na onal Endowment for the Arts offers several federal grants that
provide funding for public art. For a complete list of grant programs, refer to
the website listed below. Source: www.nea.gov
Watershed Program
The Watershed Program is implemented by the Natural Resources
Conserva on Service (NRCS). The program provides funding and technical
assistance to states and local agencies to plan and implement projects that
include soil conserva on, flood preven on, u liza on and disposal of water,
and conserva on and proper u liza on of land. Source: www.nrcs.usda.gov
National Park Foundation Grants
The Na onal Park Service offers several grants centered around trail planning
and construc on, public parks, and public involvement and educa on. The
website listed below has a full lis ng of all funding opportuni es available
through the Na onal Park Service. Source: www.nps.gov/partnerships/NPF_
grants_and_prgs.htm
State Funding Sources
North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund
The NC Clean Water Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) is one of the largest
sources of money in North Carolina for conserva on, preserva on and restora on of environmental and natural resources. The CWMTF provides funding for land acquisi on, planning, and stormwater and wastewater projects.
Source: www.cwm .net
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Adopt-a-Trail Grant Program
The NC Adopt-A-Trail Grant Program (AAT) provides funding for engineering
and environmental studies as well as trail construc on and maintenance up
to a maximum of $5,000. Source: www.ncparks.gov/About/trails_grants.php
North Carolina Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund
The NC Parks and Recrea on Trust Fund (PARTF) is the leading source of funding for building and renova ng recrea on areas, and acquiring land for new
and exis ng recrea on areas in North Carolina. The PARTF requires a 50/50
match from local governments. The PARTF funds may be used for acquisi on,
development and renova on of recrea onal areas. Source: www.par .net
Conserva on Trust for North Carolina
The Conserva on Trust for North Carolina (CTNC) is a non-profit organizaon working to protect areas with significant scenic, ecological, recrea onal,
agricultural, historic or cultural value. The CTNC works with local land trusts
around the state, including the Piedmont Land Conservancy and The Land
Trust for Central North Carolina, in working with landowners to procure property or easements in significant areas, and to obtain grants and other funding
for projects. Source: www.ctnc.org
The Nature Conservancy
The North Carolina chapter of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a non-profit
organiza on that works with individuals, businesses, communi es, local governments and partner organiza ons to help protect the natural environment
through a number of programs such as prescribed burns, conserva on easements and working to address threats to biodiversity such as invasive plants
and animals. TNC uses a scien fic approach in selec ng preserva on areas,
and works with land owners to create conserva on easements and develop
programs to help the environment. Although TNC does not provide grants,
they provide informa on and help in finding/acquiring funding for projects
involving conserva on. Source: www.nature.org
Recreational Trails Program
The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recrea on the Recrea onal Trails
Program through its NC Trails Program. The grant is open to government
agencies and non-profit organiza ons for trail construc on and maintenance
projects, trail side facili es construc on and land acquisi on for trails. Source:
www.ncparks.gov/About/trails_grants.php
Agriculture Cost Share Program
The Agriculture Cost Share Program is administered by NCDENR’s Division of
Soil and Water Conserva on. The program helps farmers fund the installa on
of BMPs that benefit water quality. Source: www.enr.state.nc.us/DSWC/
pages/agcostshareprogram.html
NC Agricultural Development & Farmland Preservation Trust Fund
The NC Agricultural Development & Farmland Preserva on Trust Fund was
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established by the NC General Assembly. The fund protects farmland from
development through the acquisi on of the land for conserva on easements.
Source: www.ncadfp.org
Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
The Conserva on Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) uses federal and
state resources to fund conserva on easements for landowners in approved
watershed areas to provide protec on of environmentally sensi ve cropland
and pastureland. Source: www.enr.state.nc.us/dswc/pages/crep.html
Ecosystem Enhancement Program
The Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) uses funding allocated to
the NC DOT to purchase and protect lands impacted by road projects and
achieve open space protec on for the State. Source: www.nceep.net/pages/
apartnershipfor.html
NC Conservation Tax Credit Program
The NC Conserva on Tax Credit Program is administered by NCDENR in which
a credit can be received against income taxes when property is donated for
conserva on. This tax credit equals 25% of the fair market value of proper es
donated for conserva on purposes - up to $250,000 for an individual
or $500,000 for a corpora on. Source: www.onencnaturally.org/pages/
Conserva onTaxCredit.html
Water Resource Development Project Grant Program
The Water Resource Development Project Grant Program is administered by
NCDENR’s Division of Water Resources. The program requires a minimum
of 50% non-federal fund matching. It provides funding for projects in seven
categories that include; General Naviga on, Recrea onal Naviga on, Water
Management, Stream Restora on, Beach Protec on, Land Acquisi on and
Facility Development for Water-Based Recrea on, and Aqua c Weed Control.
Source: www.ncwater.org/Financial_Assistance/
Wetlands Reserve Enhancement Program
The Wetlands Reserve Enhancement Program (WREP) is administered by the
USDA Natural Resources Conserva on Service to acquire and protect wetland,
stream and riparian buffer areas to ensure their con nued func oning in the
areas of water quan ty and quality control and as wildlife habitat. Source:
www.nc.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/WRP/WREP.html
Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Initiative
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant Ini a ve is a joint effort between
the NCDOT Division of Bicycle and Pedestrian Transporta on and the
Transporta on Planning Branch. The ini a ve is a matching grant program
which provides funding for municipali es to develop comprehensive bicycle
and pedestrian plans. Source: www.ncdot.org/bikeped/planning/
Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program
The Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program is administered by the NC
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Division of Forest Resources and the Urban & Community Forestry Program. It
provides matching funds for crea ng urban and community forestry programs.
Source: www.dfr.state.nc.us
NC Arts Council Grant
The NC Arts Council, a division of the NC Department of Cultural Resources,
provides numerous grants to nonprofit organiza on for arts programming.
The NC Arts Council typically requires grant recipients to match funds oneto-one, and the funding can be used to hire accomplished ar sts to produce
work or conduct programs. Source: www.ncarts.org
NC Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs
The NC Office of Environmental Educa on and Public Affairs keeps a
regularly-updated lis ng of current grant opportuni es rela ng to the natural
environment. Source: www.web.eenorthcarolina.org
Private Funding Sources
AmeriCorps NCCC
The AmeriCorps NCCC (Na onal Civilian Community Corps) will partner with
organiza ons such as non-profits, local municipali es and state governments
to complete service projects including infrastructure improvement, environmental stewardship and conserva on, urban and rural development. Source:
www.americorps.gov
The Conserva on Fund
The Conserva on Fund is a non-profit organiza on that works with government agencies, land trusts, nonprofit organiza ons and others in helping to
acquire and protect landscape with significant value for recrea on, wildlife
habitat or history. Source: www.conserva onfund.org
NC Rural Economic Development Center, Inc.
The NC Rural Economic Development Center, Inc. addresses economic revitaliza on in North Carolina’s rural areas. The Small Town’s Ini a ve Grant
supports projects in 56 selected towns that preserve and enhance important
resources and provide new economic opportuni es. Source: www.ncruralcenter.org
Kodak American Greenways Awards Program
The Kodak American Greenways Awards Program is based on a partnership
between the Conserva on Fund and the Na onal Geographic Society. The
program provides up to four awards each year to individuals, corpora ons,
organiza ons or public agencies that have undertaken greenway, trail or
natural area projects. Source: www.conserva onfund.org/kodak_awards
Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation
The Z. Smith Reynolds Founda on is a Greensboro-based founda on assis ng
environmental projects of local governments and non-profits in North
Carolina, but they do not fund land acquisi on. Source: www.zsr.org
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The Wal-Mart Foundation
The Wal-Mart Founda on seeks to fund ini a ves that integrate their current
focus of hunger relief into their main focus areas of Educa on, Workforce
Development/Economic Opportunity, Environmental Sustainability, and
Health and Wellness. Source: h p://walmartstores.com/communitygiving/
Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation and Community Development Group
The Deutsche Bank Americas Founda on and Community Development
Group provide an assortment of community development grants for projects
involving environmental sustainability. Source: www.db.com/community
Golden Leaf Foundation
The Golden Leaf Founda on funds projects that focus on opportuni es to
support and develop economic strength in tobacco-dependent, economically
distressed, and/or rural communi es. Source: www.goldenleaf.org
Bikes Belong Coalition
The Bikes Belong Coali on is a na onal organiza on comprised of bicycle
retailers and suppliers. The Bikes Belong Coali on provides grants that
provide funding for bike paths, rail trails, mountain bike trails, bike parks, BMX
facili es and bicycle advocacy ini a ves. Source: www.bikesbelong.org
Student Conservation Association
The Student Conserva on Associa on (SCA) is a non-profit group consis ng
of young people giving hands-on service to na onal parks, cultural landmarks,
and community green spaces. The SCA provides such services as trail
maintenance and clearing, construc on of erosion preven on structures,
stream bank stabiliza on and invasive plant control. Source: www.thesca.org
Audubon North Carolina
Audubon North Carolina is a grassroots organiza on which focuses on
conserving and restoring natural habitats, with a major focus on the needs
of birds. Audubon North Carolina u lizes science-based research and
conserva on, educa on, outreach and advocacy in an effort to improve
natural habitats. Source: h p://nc.audubon.org
Ducks Unlimited
Ducks Unlimited (DU) is a grassroots, volunteer-based organiza on which
focuses on conserving, restoring and managing wetlands and other habitats
for waterfowl. DU volunteers host grassroots fundraising events in order to
raise unrestricted funds for high priority areas. Source: www.ducks.org
Trust for Public Land
The Trust for Public Land (TPL) is a na onal non-profit organiza on that helps
agencies and communi es iden fy and generate funds for conserva on from
federal, state, local and philanthropic sources. TPL does not provide any
grants or funding. Source: www.tpl.org
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Archer Lodge Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Partnerships with Local Schools
As previously stated, the Archer Lodge Middle School has two ball fields and
a soccer field. It could be beneficial to the Town of Archer Lodge to partner
with this and other schools for shared use of fields and recrea onal facili es.
Appendix D: Funding Opportuni es & Crea ve Partnerships
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Appendix D: Funding Opportuni es & Crea ve Partnerships
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