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PAGE 123 Recreation and Open Space Element GOP Number GOP Language Recommended Action Comments/Rationale Goal It is the goal of Indian River County to provide a recreation and open space system which meets the needs of all residents of the county, is accessible to all residents of the county, and maximizes the county's physical, cultural and historical resources. No Change Could also add "that capitalizes on the County's various environments (i.e., coastal, rural, habitats, etc.) Objective 1: Adequate Parklands and Recreation Facilities Through 2030, adopted recreation levels-of-service will be maintained to ensure that adequate parklands and recreation facilities are available and accessible for public use. Revise Update for new planning horizon. Policy 1.1: The county hereby adopts a recreation level-of-service standard of 6.61 recreation acres per 1,000 permanent population plus weighted seasonal population. Revise Revise as deemed appropriate by the County; no uniform standard. 1 park per 3,132 residents is the NRPA standard. Consider comparing to communities of a similar size and character. Policy 1.2: For level-of service purposes, the county shall measure parkland acres per 1000 population by summing the total county owned park acreage and dividing by the current estimate of unincorporated county permanent population, plus weighted seasonal population. Revise Remove seasonal population. Per Staff, the population is becoming more stable throughout the year. Policy 1.3: The county shall maintain its concurrency management system, which allows proposed developments only if there is sufficient parkland to serve the proposed development. Revise Consider adding Proportionate Share Policy 1.4: The county hereby adopts the facility standards identified in Table 10.1 as guidelines to be used in developing parklands. Revise May consider alternative parks/facilities and their standards including "non-specific" facilities which can be used for multiple events based on Visioning Plan/comments above Policy 1.5: By 2018, the county shall complete a needs analysis of its recreation services. This analysis will include an assessment of the type of parks and facilities needed in Indian River County, the quantity of facilities needed, the location where those facilities are needed, the current use of facilities, and a comparison of county needs to national standards for recreation services, and unique local conditions relevant to recreation services. Remove Policy 1.6: By 2018, the Recreation Department shall evaluate the existing user fee structure and include full cost recovery for adult programs. Revise Revise date to at a minimum 2024 Policy 1.7: By 2017, the Recreation Department shall revise its fee structure for county recreational programs and reservation of county park facilities to include a surcharge for out of county residents. Consolidate Consolidate with Policy 1.6 Policy 1.8: By 2018, the Recreation Department shall evaluate the current per capita expenditure in the north and south areas (with S.R. 60 as a dividing line) and utilize the collected data to guide placement of needed park facilities in each area. Remove Repetitive with Policy 1.5 Policy 1.9: By 2018, the Recreation Department shall evaluate new funding options, including privatization and partnerships. Revise Generalize - "The Division shall seek and consider a wide variety of funding and revenue options including public-private partnerships, grants, selling facility naming rights, selling concessions…." Policy 1.10: By 2017, the Recreation Department shall evaluate new revenue opportunities such as facility naming rights, beach and park concessions, and others. Consolidate Consolidate with Policy 1.9 Policy 1.11: By 2018, the Recreation Department shall evaluate the feasibility of creating a foundation to develop and receive donations for parks capital and infrastructure needs. Revise "The Division may establish a system to receive donations for parks capital and infrastructure needs." also update date Policy 1.12: The county shall continue to charge park and recreation impact fees to fund a portion of the park system’s capital budget needs. No Change