Phoenix Park Future Plans

FUTURE IDEAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

Although the park is technically finished in terms of construction, Phoenix Park still has alot of room for future development. Future additions to the park could add different features from park benches and tables, to the planting of more trees and flowers. The park in its current state has left a lot of room to expand and develop what is currently there.

To aid in the development of Phoenix Park, local residents who frequent the park were interviewed and asked to generate new ideas for the park. One of the questions that they were asked was, in their opinions, what should be added to the park during future development. Below are just a few of the most popular additions that park goers wanted to see added to the park:

MAIN IDEAS FOR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT

Playgrounds and Activities for Kids

Many park goers have voiced that a playground or some form of activity for kids would be a good idea as an addition to the park

Park Benches and Tables

Some park goers have voiced the need for more benches and picnic tables as places to sit and relax as well as prvode areas of shade

Trees and Flower Beds

Although the park is home to plentiful meadows, some park goers have voiced a want for more diverse flower beds and more trees in the park

Additional Possibilities

Doggy Bag Dispensers

Solar Powered Trash & Recycling Bins

Lighting

Security Systems

Flea Markets Areas

Public Classes & Programs

Information Stands & Kiosks

Water Fountain

Community Feedback

Overall, the Park has gotten lots of positive feedback on what has already been developed at the park. Park goers have been very happy about the park and what the CCMUA has done with the development so far. However, this positive feedback is also not without a few concerns that have been brought up about the park.

Park Compliments

Beautiful trees, rain gardens, and wildflowers
Park Benches
Easy waterfront/fishing access
Very well kept, clean

Park Concerns

Large propeller object that may be dangerous for kids
Razor wire fencing surrounding the park
Park feels isolated
Some feel that park may eventually be vandalized

LINKS TO PARK SURVEYS

Examples of Similar Park Development

North Camden Waterfront Park

Location: on the Delaware River, south of the Ben Franklin Bridge, and north of Port of Camden. The Marina is conveniently located in the middle of all of the major waterfront attractions, including the Riverstage, Campbell’s Field, Adventure Aquarium, BB&T Center, and the Battleship New Jersey.

Features: Large parking lot, water front access, benches under big trees, Ben Franklin Bridge View, lighting for night time use, statues as decoration, public stage.

Activities: People use the park for multiple purposes such as to watch firework on New year and Independence Day, fishing, hangout with friends and families, organize public programs and performances, etc.

Louisville Waterfront Park: The Transformation of an Industrial Wasteland

From 1870 to 1941 the waterfront in Louisville, Kentucky was prospering the most. During this time, river travel revolutionized and more ports began to open for commerce. Train tracks and stations also began to populate the riverside, making non-commercial access to waterfront more of a challenge. Come 1950 factories on the waterfront began to see abandonment as the industry changed. The port's usefulness hindered as trucking became the main mode of transportation. There had been attempts to reconnect the waterfront space to the city as early as 1931. In 1973 an elevated event space was constructed on the waterfront called the Belvedere. Interest in the space reignited after the development of the Belvedere and began a three phase movement to reclaim the land for public use.

As of today, the waterfront park spans 7 acres with open lawns made to host concerts and festivals. It includes lighting for night time events and plenty of benches for visitors to rest. A small water park and playgrounds were also added to allow a space for children to play. Rentable bikes and concession stands fill the parks to allow entertainment and refreshments for visitors. The city has continuously renovated the industrial space to become a popular urban attraction.

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