Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan-

CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
RECREATION AND
SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN
lease do not remove!!!!!
vision of Coastal Management
Ah
The preparation of this document was financed in part through a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal Management
Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, which is administered by the
Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
RECREATION AND
SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN
r-1

�7,
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
RECREATION/SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES ................................ 1
II. IDENTIFICATION OF EXISTING FACILITIES .................... 2
PUBLIC RECREATION AREAS ...............................
2
1.
Reverend. E.W. Wooten Park ............................
2
2.
Branchwood Park .....................................
4
3.
Brook Valley Park ....................................
4
4.
Jack Amyette Complex ..........:......................
7
5.
Kerr Street Recreation Area ..............................
9
6.
Kerr Street Waterfront Park .............................
11
7.
Northeast Creek Park .................................
13
8.
Woodlands Park .....................................
16
9.
Northwoods Recreation Center ...........................
18
10.
Phillips Park .......................................
20
11.
Sherwood Forest Park .................................
22
12.
Georgetown Park ....................................
24
13.
Market Street Playground ..............................
26
14.
Jacksonville Commons Recreation Area .....................
26
15.
Wilson Bay Park ....................................
29
16.
City -County New River Waterfront Park ....................
29
SCHOOL FACILITIES .....................................
33
COMMERCIAL AND PRIVATE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES ........
34
CAMP LEJEUNE AND MARINE CORP. AIR STATION
NEW RIVER FACILITIES ..................................
35
RECREATION SERVICE AREAS .............................
36
III. COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF EXISTING FACILITIES ............ 44
IV. EXISTING RECREATION PROGRAMS AND USAGE ............... 46
RECREATION PROGRAMS ................................. 46
1. Youth ........................................... 46
2. Adult ............................................ 48
3. Youth and Adult .................................... 49
4. Senior ........................................... 50
FACILITY USAGE ....................................... 50
V. SUMMARY OF 1996 RECREATION AND PARKS STORM DAMAGE .... 51
HURRICANE BERTHA .................................... 51
ICity of Jacksonville Recreation/Shoreline Access Plan Table of Contents-1

HURRICANE FRAN...................................... 51 !
TROPICAL STORM JOSEPHINE .............................
52
'
VI.
COMPARISON OF EXISTING FACILITIES TO NATIONAL RECREATIONAL
STANDARDS AND IDENTIFY EXISTING DEFICIENCIES ...........
52
MINI -PARK ...................................
52
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK ..................................
53
COMMUNITY PARK .....................................
54
LARGE URBAN PARK ....................................
54
,
ANALYSIS OF CAMP LEJEUNE AND MCAS NEW RIVER'S
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES ...............................
62
SHORELINE ACCESS SITES ................................
63
,
VII.
FUTURE RECREATIONAL FACILITY NEEDS ...................
64
'
VIII.
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDED
IN JACKSONVILLE'S 1986 RECREATION PLAN .................
SERVICE DISTRICT AREA LONG TERM RECOMMENDATIONS ......
66
67
'
AREAS OF CONCERN AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS ...........
68
IX.
POTENTIAL PROPERTIES FOR ACQUISITION/DEVELOPMENT ......
70
DISCUSSION OF DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL ..................
70
'
1.
Continued Development of Jacksonville Commons ..............
70
2.
Acquisition/Development of the Georgetown Area Shoreline ........
73
3.
Development of a Small Boat Ramp/Water Access on the New River
in the Vicinity of the Central Business District .................
73
4.
5.
Continued River Walk Area Development ....................
Development of Additional Neighborhood, Community,
73
,
and Large Urban Parks ................................
74
6.
Recreational Potential of the Wilson Bay Sewage Treatment Plant Site .
76
'
X. PRIORITIES FOR FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT ..................
78
1. City of Jacksonville 1998/2003 Capital Improvements Plan ......... 78 '
2. 2005 Facility Demand ................................. 79
3. Long Range Priorities ................................. 80 '
4. Urban Waterfront Development, House Bill 1059 ............... 81
5. Subdivision Ordinance Provisions ......................... 85
6. Funding Sources .................................... 87 ,
XI. CLOSING REMARKS ..................................... 93
City of Jacksonville Recreation/Shoreline Access Plan Table of Contents-2

I
�I
TABLES
Table 1.
Reverend E.W. Wooten Park Facilities .......................
2
Table 2.
Branchwood Park Facilities ..............................
4
Table 3.
Brook Valley Park Facilities ..............................
4
Table 4.
Jack Amyette Complex Facilities ...........................
7
Table 5.
Kerr Street Recreation Area Facilities ........................
9
Table 6.
Kerr Street Waterfront Park Facilities .......................
11
Table 7.
Northeast Creek Park Facilities ...........................
13
Table 8.
Woodlands Park Facilities ..............................
16
Table 9.
Northwoods Recreation Center Facilities .....................
18
Table 10.
Phillips Park Facilities ................................
20
Table 11.
Sherwood Forest Park Facilities ..........................
22
Table 12.
Georgetown Park Facilities .............................
24
Table 13.
Market Street Playground Facilities ........................
26
Table 14.
Jacksonville Commons Recreation Area Facilities ...............
26
Table 15.
Wilson Bay Park Facilities ..............................
29
Table 16.
City -County New River Waterfront Park (River Walk) Facilities .....
29
Table 17.
Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River Recreational Facilities .......
35
Table 18.
District Service Areas Facility Availability ...................
38
Table 19.
Neighborhood Service Areas Facility Availability ...............
43
Table 20.
Comparative Analysis - Recreation Facilities
Selected Eastern North Carolina Municipalities ................
45
Table 21.
Summary of Park Reservations and Attendance
January -December, 1997 ...............................
51
Table 22.
City of Jacksonville Classification of Park Sites ................
55
Table 23.
Comparison of Jacksonville's Recreation and Parks Facilities
to National Standards .................................
60
Table 24.
Priority Ranking of Required Facilities and Parks
Based on National Parks and Recreation Standards ..............
62
Table 25.
Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River's Existing Demand
for Additional Facilities ................................
62
Table 26.
Summary of Projected Year -Round Population Growth, 1995-2005
Onslow County .....................................
64
Table 27.
Demand for Additional Park Acreage and Facilities ..............
65
Table 28.
2005 Facility Needs, City Population (Excluding Base Population) ....
79
MAPS
Map 1. Reverend E.W. Wooten Park ............................. 3
Map 2. Branchwood Park ..................................... 5
Map 3. Brook Valley Park .................................... 6
Map 4. Jack Amyette Complex ................................. 8
City of Jacksonville Recreation/Shoreline Access Plan Table of Contents-3

fl
MAPS (continued)
Map 5.
Kerr Street Recreation Area .............................
10
Map 6.
Kerr Street Waterfront Park .............................
12
Map 7.
Northeast Creek Park .................................
15
Map 8.
Woodlands Park .....................................
17
Map 9.
Northwoods Recreation Center ...........................
19
Map 10.
Phillips Park .......................................
21
Map 11.
Sherwood Forest Park .................................
23
'
Map 12.
Georgetown Park ....................................
25
Map 13.
Market Street Playground ..............................
27
Map 14.
Jacksonville Commons Recreation Area .....................
28
'
Map 15.
Wilson Bay Park ....................................
30
Map 16.
Map 17.
New River Waterfront Park .............................
General Location Map Recreation Sites ......................
31
32
,
Map 18.
Recreation Service Districts .............................
37
Map 19.
Map 20.
Recreation Service Neighborhoods .........................
Service Area of Existing Recreation Sites ....................
39
57
'
Map 21.
Park Service Area Deficiencies ...........................
58
Map 22.
Map 23.
Jacksonville Commons Ultimate Development .................
Wilson Bay WWTP..................................
72
77
APPENDIX
Appendix I. Trails System '
City of Jacksonville Recreation/Shoreline Access Plan Table of Contents-4

u
11
I. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
The City of Jacksonville Comprehensive Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan is designed as
a multi -faceted element within which the programs, parks, and facilities of the Recreation and
Parks Department can be presented, evaluated, compared, and projected. The purpose of the
plan is to provide guidance on the future development of recreational facilities to serve the
existing and projected population of Jacksonville. Specifically, this plan will include the
following:
• Examination of existing recreational facilities, both public and private.
• Maps of existing city -owned and operated recreational sites.
• Comparison of existing facilities to state standards and to other eastern North Carolina
municipalities.
• Identification of potential properties for acquisition.
• Prioritize sites for acquisition.
• Identification of improvement options for shoreline access sites and parks.
The tasks outlined above will be completed with regard for the following primary objectives.
1. Development of a shoreline access/recreation plan which will be consistent with the
city's FY96-97 CAMA Land Use plan.
2. Establish a shoreline access/recreation plan which is supportive of 15A NCAA
7M.0300.
3. Establishment of a shoreline access/recreation plan which is supportive of AEC
protection.
4. Sites must provide for public access and adequate parking so as to achieve maximum
public use.
5. Emphasis will be placed on the future development of Jacksonville Commons, the
Georgetown waterfront, and the Wilson Bay area.
6. Prioritize the city's comprehensive recreational needs.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 1

II. IDENTIFICATION OF EXISTING FACILITIES
PUBLIC RECREATION AREAS
1. REVEREND E. W. WOOTENPARK: Reverend E.W. Wooten Park is located adjacent
to Bell Fork Homes subdivision with access via Cole Drive and Ellis Boulevard. However,
at the present time, there are plans to close off the Cole Drive entrance. The 3.8 acre park
was acquired in two sections. The first 1.3 acre section (nearest Cole Drive) was donated to
the city by New River Management in May, 1964, and the remaining 2.5 acres adjacent to
Ellis Boulevard was donated by Buddy Phillips in 1979. Facilities at this park include one
outdoor lighted basketball court, rest room facilities, two playground areas, picnic shelter with
tables, and two parking lots. A new sidewalk was recently constructed which transverses the
park in an east -west fashion.
Table 1 provides a detailed itemization of park facilities, and Map 1 illustrates the park site.
Table 1
Reverend E. W. Wooten Park Facilities
Item
Parking lot
Picnic shelter
Picnic tables
Grills
Drinking fountain
Park benches
Sidewalks and ramps
Security lights
Restrooms
Lighted Basketball Court
1 full court, 2 goals
Play -round Areas (2)
Tot swing
Buck -a -bout
Steel belt swing
Slide
Saddle -mates
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan

MAP 1
REVEREND E.W. WOOTEN PARK
PLAI�
AREA
WITH
APPARATUS
♦ A4gk,� Hq~a'C
Qq/�3 4CCfSS HANDCAPPED
o WATER
FOUNTAIN
RESTROOMS
Dt15TING
STATION
PARK
BENCH
q -
� ��
�♦4C .1)
C
PIPED
CROSSO^ERSf
l
�_ •' PARK
\\� BENCH
N
/ PLAYGROUND AREA
/ Q� Sip
' /
v
LEGEND
4) AREA LIGHTS
•-• SIDEWALK
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan Page 3

1
11
2. BRANCHWOOD PARK: Branchwood Park is located in Sharon Hills at the northern
end of the Branchwood subdivision. Access is provided via Audubon Drive. The park
consists of approximately 4.0 acres and was acquired in October, 1985, through the city's
Land Dedication Ordinance. Facilities at Branchwood include two picnic areas and a large
playground area. In addition, a wooden foot bridge has recently been constructed near the
park's entrance to provide pedestrian access over an existing drainage ditch.
Table 2 provides a detailed listing of park facilities, and Map 2 illustrates the park site.
Table 2
Branchwood Park Facilities
Playground Area
Tot swing
Steel belt swing
2-seat totter
4-seat totter
Bulldozer spring ride
Iron Mt. Forge Kids Builders System
Iron Mt. Forge Kids Kubes System
Track rider
Picnic Tables
Grills
Park Benches
Bridge
Wooden Fence
3. BROOK VALLEY PARK: Brook Valley Park is located within Brook Valley
Subdivision with access via Estate Drive and pedestrian only access off River Street. This 3.5
acre park was donated to the city in August, 1974, by Quality Developers. Existing facilities
include four tennis courts, a playground area, two picnic areas with tables and grills, and a
parking area.
Table 3 provides a detailed itemization of park facilities, and Map 3 illustrates the park site.
Table 3
Brook Valley Park Facilities
Item
Playground Area
Parking lot
Tot swing
Picnic tables
Buck -a -bout
Grills
Steel swing
Drink fountain
Slide
Park benches
Saddle -mates
Sidewalks
Security lights
Tennis Courts (4)
Fence and gates
1
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 4

1
MAP 2
BRANCHWOOD RECREATION AREA
The preparation of this map Was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan Page 5

MAP 3
BROOK VALLEY RECREATION AREA
PARK � .`•"`+'~_�
N V BENCH I I
HANDICAPP I
WATER
i— FOUNTAIN z z
p Ala? I I I
a O Q J TENNIS COURTS i
w // ���� /� �1L W f I
PICCNIC" PLAY AREA
cc�" BEN AREAS WITH APPARATa
L
N PARK g GRILLS to PARK /// 2 w
RIDGE \,BENCHcr ¢ I
WALK-IN
ACCESS f
1 I
I I
I I
I i
I
1 I
I 1
I 1
1 1
I 1
I I
1 I
1 I
1
ESTATE DRIVE
LEGEND
Ci) AREA LIGHTS
J
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended,
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.

F
i�
4. JACK AMYE7'E COMPLEX: The Jack Amyette Complex is located adjacent to the
New River Apartments, next to Clyde Erwin Elementary School and across the street from
the New River Shopping Center. Access to the Jack Amyette Complex is provided via
Eastwood Drive and a service road off of South Drive. The 2.6 acre complex property was
acquired over a fifteen -year period in three separate land transactions. The recreation center
area was acquired in June, 1959; the gymnasium area in August, 1963; and the Senior
Citizens Center and the Arts and Crafts Center in February, 1974. Facilities at Jack Amyette
include a 3,000 square foot recreation building, a 4,292 square foot gymnasium, two buildings
operated by the Boys and Girls Club, ceramics shop and activity center, playground area,
picnic area with shelter, concession stand, and parking areas. Three lighted basketball courts
and a lighted softball field are maintained by the city on the adjacent Onslow County Board
of Education property (Clyde Erwin School).
Table 4 provides a detailed listing of park facilities, and Map 4 illustrates the park site.
Table 4
Jack Amyette Complex Facilities
Item
Parking lot
Picnic shelter
Picnic tables
Grills
Drinking fountain
Park benches
Sidewalks and ramps
Security lights
Lighted Basketball Courts (3)
Fence & gates
Park benches
Playaround Area
Tot swing
Buck -a -bout
Steel belt swings
Iron Mt. Forge Kids Builders System
Lighted Softball Field
Backstop, dugouts, and fence
Score booth
Bleachers
Concession building
Maintenance storage
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 7

MAP 4
JACK AMYETTE RECREATION AREA
N ACTIVITY ( l \ M
CE R 1
!a1 =
i' BASKETBALL COURTS (3)
4
Q D W
� C
Q W
BOYS AN p GRAVEL � j
GIRLS CLU Pu ¢ PARKING n _
nP DRIVE
♦ !?L
�1 `/
p ,+,I SIDEWALK (�/f\
3 0 /�`C l!1
PARKIN z C/ ONCESSIONS \\
a r—
�h �I ♦ BLEACHERS
LU
z
(• e
LU
U)
i czi� 1
U
a W W 3 i
SOUTH DRIVE
LEGEND
4) AREA LIGHTS
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program, through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended,
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan Page 8

1
�7,
5. KERR STREET RECREATION AREA: Kerr Street Recreation Area is the city's oldest
park. Primary access is provided via Kerr Street with frontage along Spargo Street, Shoreline
Drive, and Loyola Drive. This 5.2 acre park was acquired in five separate land transactions
occurring between June, 1958 and March, 1959. Facilities at this site include a 2,475 square
foot recreation center, a practice field, two tennis courts, outdoor basketball area, playground
area, volleyball area, picnic area with shelter, and a parking area.
Table 5 provides a detailed itemization of park facilities, and Map 5 illustrates the park site.
Table 5
Kerr Street Recreation Area Facilities
Item
Tennis Courts (2)
Picnic shelter
Fence and gates
Picnic tables
Park bench
Grills
Drinking fountain
Playground Area
Park benches
Tot swing
Sidewalks and ramps
Buck -a -bout
Security lights
Steel swing
Slide
Lighted Basketball Court
Saddle -mates
Lights
Park benches
1 full court, 2 goals
Volleyball area
Softball Field
Backstop and dugouts
Bleachers
Team benches
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 9
I

MAP 5
KERR STREET RECREATION AREA
PICNIC �t
SHELTER
o EXISTING
U� 7 BASKETBALL
HANDICAgPE COURT
YgALL WATER ♦1
�FOUNTAIN AT
Q Lu
w
TENNIS COURTS
Y
`—� N
LEGEND
ii AREA LIGHTS
SP=_ R44D
�r0
BALL FIELD p
U >
J
l0
PLAY AREA 1
HANDICAPPED
ACCESS ROCKED LOT
SHORELINE DRIVE
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program, through funds provided by the
Coastal Zane Management Act of 1972. as amended,
whisk is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
Page 10

' 6. KERR STREET WATERFRONT PARK: This park is located adjacent to the Kerr Street
Park. The city purchased this 1.0 acre tract in August, 1988, from the CSX Railroad. This
' waterfront facility provides public water access to the New River and was funded in part
through a Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) grant. As a result, this facility serves as
an official CAMA access site. Facilities at this site include a pier and observation deck,
' gazebo, parking, and a picnic area with tables and grills. This park can be reached via Kerr
Street or from a gravel drive at the western end of East Railroad Street.
' Table 6 provides a detailed listing of facilities included at the park, and Map 6 illustrates the
layout of facilities.
' Table 6
Kerr Street Waterfront Park Facilities
'
Parking
Gazebo
Picnic Tables
'
Grills
Park benches
Piers and ramps
'
Post & rope fence
lighting
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 11

MAP 6
KERR STREET WATERFRONT PARK
I� •
N/ s /
PIER IL
G� 0 IL
BENCHES g`'� + Q.PP /
\\
l:,
1 �
x /
x
,
KERR STREET
I
I
LEGEND
PICNIC TABLE
• GAZEBO
POST & ROPE FENCE
— — — PROPERTY LINE
AREA LIGHTS
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
Page 12

7. NORTHEAST CREEK PARK. Northeast Creek Park is located in the Brynn Marr area
of Jacksonville along Northeast Creek, with access provided via Corbin Street and
' Shadowridge Road. This 82 acre park was donated to the city by Westminster Company in
December, 1982, with the understanding that the donation would satisfy the company's
recreation dedication requirements for all of the property they planned on developing within
the general area. Prior to the acquisition of this park site, the city's recreational land area
totaled only 26 acres. Existing facilities at this park include a senior citizens recreation area
with benches and walking trail, a waterside nature trail with benches, a gazebo, two 22 x 62
picnic shelters with rest rooms, smaller picnic areas, a major playground area, an 18-hole disc
golf course, concession/maintenance building, seawall, pier, a boat ramp, two lighted softball
' fields, large undeveloped wooded natural areas, and five parking areas. It should be noted
that the Jacksonville Jaycees were instrumental in the construction of the softball fields at this
site.
Table 7 includes an itemization of facilities included at the park, and Map 7 provides an
illustration of the site.
' Table 7
Northeast Creek Park Facilities
t18-Hole Disc Golf Course Wooden fence
Tee pads Security lights
' Baskets
Bridges - 5 Tot Playground Area
Parking lot Park bench
Picnic tables Slide
Info board Tot swing
Turtle
' Jacksonville Jaycee Saddle -mates
Lighted Softball Field 1 Buck -a -bout
Backstops, fence and gates Fence
Score booth
Bleachers Playground Area
Score board Dome mountain climber
' Buck -a -bouts
Jacksonville Jaycee Saddle -mates
Lighted Softball Field 2 Metal slide
Backstop, fence and gates Iron Mt. Forge Kids Builder System
Score booth Swings
Bleachers Balance beam
Score board Track rider
Concession building Spiral slide
' Maintenance storage Merry-go-round
Water fountain Park benches
Picnic tables Grills
' Parking lot Bike rack
tCity of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 13

Table 7 (continued)
Waterfront Area
Picnic tables
Grills
Wooden benches
Gazebo
Parking lot
Boat slip
Dock
Seawall
Picnic Shelter I
Tables
Grills
Restrooms
Water Fountain
Parking Lot
Picnic Shelter II
Tables
Grills
Restrooms
Water Fountain
Parking Lot
Fitness Trail
Pull-up bars
Sit-up bench
Hip circle rings
Opposing beams
Chin-up bars
Parallel bars
Ring ladder
Senior Area
Shuffleboard courts
Game table
Picnic tables
Grills
Park benches
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 14

MAP 7
On
CD
P.-
LA
NORTHEAST CREEK PARK
/1.
_ _ ._•� ,
VOLLEYBALL +--�v_:� ,-•--•y-•--•-J •�
COURT / , •
NATURE TRAIL
NSHADOW RIDGE ROAD
-)\--, I
(� PARKING'
PARKING
iii 20 CARS
60 CARS
TRAIL
f
IPLAYAREAS
1
I f
SENIOR
CITIZEN
+
AREA
PARKING
1�• I.CARS-^-^-
l3
SHELTER WITH
PICNIC TABLES.
GRILLS, AND
RESTROOMS
SHELTER WITH
PICNIC TABLES.
GRILLS, AND
RESTROOMS
�1 •--•--•----•--•--•--•• % \
i
• • I�.ncs.-��rr _..�=="vim=_ �.» • �
LIFT �- LAGOON 111 •
STATION 1 • I
I� '
CONCESSIONS � iF l.� j . •�
1 1 1
y
, LAGOON j1 1 1
1 ,
• 1 •
1 1 �
PARKING i - �" � ''•`�'-���''•'' ''�''� i NATUITRAIL
100 CARS .1
♦------------------------------------ •-•- •
v PARKING
20 CARS
-CORBIN STREET
LEGEND
r:l AREA LIGHTS
PICNIC TABLES
• GAZEBO
"UAULUU ' FOOT BRIDGE
•--•--•- NATURE TRAILS
�S
REGIONAL PUBLIC
ENTRANCE TO
NEC WATERFRONT -
PARK I
18-HOLE DISK GOLF COURSE
\ N
NORTHEASTCREEK
I
BOAT LAUNCH DOCK
i
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program, through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.

8. WOODLANDS PARK: The Woodlands Park is located behind Parkwood Elementary
School in the vicinity of the Northwoods, Parkwood Estates, and Woodlands subdivisions.
' The park was purchased from the Weyerhaeuser Corporation by the city in August, 1985.
This site consists of 32.0 acres of which approximately 11 acres have been developed.
Access is provided from Northwoods Drive along the periphery of the Parkwood Elementary
School property and via Morgan Lane located within the Woodlands subdivision. The park
was developed for the city with assistance from the New River Rotary Club. Facilities at the
park include five soccer fields, picnic shelter with tables, concessions building, jogging trail,
two flag poles, and two parking lots with parking for approximately 150 cars.
' The Jacksonville Area Soccer Association (J.A.S.A., an all volunteer organization) leases the
fields from the city during the spring and fall seasons. J.A.S.A. has invested both money and
volunteer hours into improvements to the Park/Soccer Complex. These improvements include
the concession stand/bathrooms, the covered picnic shelter, and flag poles. - In addition,
J.A.S.A. takes care of fertilizing and seeding the grass each season. Recently, J.A.S.A.
installed an irrigation/sprinkler system for all of the ballfields and a well on site.
' Woodlands Park is a combined effort of both the Cityof Jacksonville, J.A.S.A. Civic
,
' Organizations (such as the Rotary Clubs), and other individuals in Jacksonville.
Table 8 summarizes the facilities present at the Woodlands recreation area, and Map 8
' illustrates the site.
Table 8
' Woodlands Park Facilities
Parking lots
Picnic tables
Fence and gates
Picnic shelter
Restrooms
Concession building
Jogging trail
1 Security lights
Soccer Fields (5)
' Goals
Bleachers
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 16

MAP 8
WOODLANDS PARK
lam)
iS
ECOGNITION �g5
PLAOUrl G&IG
j C�
� ,
G�
S PROP�R� ` OIL,,
LEGEND The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
FENCE coastal zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
----- JOGGING TRAIL
0 FLAG POLE
AREA LIGHTS
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan Page 17

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
9. NORTHWOODS RECREATION CENTER: Northwoods Recreation Center is located
along Henderson Drive immediately adjacent to Northwoods Elementary School. The .68
acre site was acquired by the city in June, 1959, from the Onslow County Board of Education.
Facilities at this site include a 2,750 square foot recreation building and a playground area.
Table 9 provides an itemization of park facilities and Map 9 indicates the layout of the site
Table 9
Northwoods Recreation Center Facilities
Item
Parking lot
Picnic tables
Sidewalks and ramp
Security lights
Playground area
Saddle mates
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 18

MAP 9
NORTHWOODS RECREATION CENTER
N
NORTHWOODS
COMMUNITY
CENTER
i
{` PICNIC AREA
HENDERSON DRIVE
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
The preparation of this map Was Enenced in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastai
Management Program. though funds PMVKled by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 as amended,
which is administered by the Me of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospherlc Administration.
Page 19

I
10. PHILLIPSPARK: Phillips Park is located along U.S. Highway 17, adjacent to Chaney
Creek, with access provided by both U.S. Highway 17 and Louise Street. This park was
acquired in four separate land transactions (September 1958, December 1966, August 1973,
and September 1981) and now totals 7.5 acres. Recreational facilities at this park include a
seawall and walkway (along Chaney Creek), a lighted softball field, a lighted little league
baseball field, a concession stand with rest rooms, an outdoor basketball area, a picnic area
with shelter, playground area, and three parking areas.
Table 10 provides a detailed listing of park facilities, and Map 10 indicates the layout of these
facilities.
Table 10
Phillips Park Facilities
Item
Parking lots
Picnic shelter
Picnic tables
Grills
Drinking fountain
Park benches
Sidewalks and ramps
Security lights
Basketball Court
1 full court, 2 goals
Lighted Softball Field
Backstop, fence and gates
Score booth
Bleachers
Score board
Concession building
Maintenance storage
Restrooms
Playground Area
Tot swing
Buck -a -bout
Climber upside down
Mountain climber
Saddle mates
Fence
Lighted Baseball Field
Backstop, fence and gates
Score booth
Bleachers
Scoreboard
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 20

MAP 10
PHILLIPS PARK RECREATION AREA
l�
�W!
< BASKETBAL
N OURT
� � 1
f F-
PARKINGAREA
=RESTROOMS
CONCESSION STAND
4)
ASPHALT DRIVE
PARKING AREA
Ca HANDICAPPE
_ u ACCESS i
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
wV'_yICAPPED
BALLFIELD (�) Q�.�.Wp.P'( N ca�wLr«,
BALLFIELD `-PICNI �` F•`JTIiA�N }
.� SHELTERr-�. (�l
ill Ill`
+q� r� PPRK BENC�eS
6
Psi CHANEYCREEK
LIFT
NSTATION`-----'
LEGEND
AREA LIGHTS
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
Page 21

11. SHERWOOD FOREST PARK: Sherwood Forest Park is located within the Sherwood
Forest subdivision with access provided via Nottingham Road. This 3.86 acre park was
donated to the city in September, 1975, by Champion Developers. Facilities at this park
include three tennis courts, a playground area, picnic areas with grills, and parking for
approximately 35 cars.
Table 11 provides a detailed listing of facilities included at Sherwood Forest Park, and Map
11 illustrates the park's layout.
Table 11
Sherwood Forest Park Facilities
Item
Parking lot
Picnic areas
Grills
Drinking fountain
Park benches
Sidewalks and ramps
Security lights
Tennis Courts (3)
Fence and gates
Practice wall
Playground Area
Inclined rings
Pole climber
Parallel bars
Tot swings
Steel swings
Slide
Saddle mate
Buck -a -bout
Wooden mountain climb
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 22

L',
MAP 11
SHERWOOD FOREST RECREATION AREA
0
Z
O I -- TENNIS COURTS
Z
i i I PLAY AREA I \
CPPARATUSJ
O I I \\
J
Zg'
o. QBENCHES --4= PARK BENCH
HANDICAPPED
WATER
N O FOUNTAIN
1� �� I♦I I
1 \ PARK BENCHES-
1I
w �\
PLAY AREA
TH PARK
1 I APiARATUS o BENCH /
i
N t
LEGEND
4i AREA LIGHTS
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan Page 23

1
fl
12. GEORGETOWN PARK: Georgetown Park is located off Georgetown Road adjacent
to the Onslow County Water Department (OCWD). This park covers approximately 4.8 acres
and includes a playground area, picnic shelter with tables and grills, one rest room, two
basketball courts, practice softball field with backstop, and shared parking with the OCWD.
The City of Jacksonville leases the Georgetown Park property from Onslow County. The
park was developed with CDBG funding and was dedicated in 1996.
Table 12 provides a detailed listing of park facilities, and Map 12 indicates the layout of these
facilities.
Table 12
Georgetown Park Facilities
Item
Picnic shelter
Picnic tables
Grills
Drinking fountain
Park benches
Sidewalks and ramps
Restrooms
Wooden fence
Security lights
Basketball Courts (2)
2 full courts, 4 goals
Team benches
Practice Softball Field
Backstop
Team benches
Playground Area
Tot swing
Steel belt swing
2-seat totter
4-seat teeter
Bull dozer spring ride
Iron Mt. Forge Kids Builders System
Iron Mt. Forge Kids Kubes System
Track rider
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 24

LEGEND
AREA LIGHTS
SIDEWALKS
MAP 12
GEORGETOWN PARK
��TO �Nstow JOINT CCV WATER DEPARTMENT LOT `T ITH ONSLOW COUNTY
APPROXIMATELY 59 0 C
BFN� NryANI MAARS
C SHF0 ZFR
v ' WATER
�FOUNTAI Qy"
IV -
Q-BENCH
BENCHES �
DARDEN STREET /
PEDESTRAIN ACCESS
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program, through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
Page 25

' 13. MARKET STREET PLAYGROUND: The Market Street Playground is the city's
smallest recreational area and consists of approximately 0.2 acres. This facility is leased from
' Bethel Word Ministries and is located on Market Street. The park was developed with CDBG
funds and was dedicated in 1997. Park amenities include a playground area and two park
benches.
' Table 13 provides a detailed listing of park facilities, and Map 13 indicates the layout of these
facilities.
Table 13
Market Street Playground Facilities
' Item Playground Area
Park benches Tot swing
' Sidewalks Steel belt swing
Fence 2-seat totter
Security lights 4-seat teeter
Bull dozer spring ride
Iron Mt. Forge Kids Kubes System
Super rider
' Horse
' 14. JACKSONVILLE COMMONS: In December, 1996, a new $3 million recreational
complex opened in Jacksonville Commons. This facility is located just off the Western
Boulevard extension and consists of an 18,000 square foot gymnasium, recreation center,
' senior citizens community center, 2-acre man-made lake, administrative offices (including the
Recreation and Parks Department), and paved parking for 200 cars.
' The Jacksonville Commons complex is the city's largest parks and recreation facility
occupying 84 acres. The entire Jacksonville Commons consists of 218 acres which was
purchased from the Weyerhaeuser Corporation in April, 1992. At the present time, four
' ballfields are under construction which are expected to be complete by Spring, 1998.
Table 14 provides a list of facilities associated with the ballfields, and Map 14 provides an
' illustration of the portion of the Jacksonville Commons site currently developed for recreation
purposes.
' Table 14
Jacksonville Commons Facilities
' Lizhted Little League Ball Fields (4)
Backstop, fence, and gates Restrooms
Score booths Drinking fountain
' Bleachers Parking lots
Concession Building Security lights
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 26

MAP 13
MARKET STREET PLAYGROUND
MARKET STREET
I
I
N
l.)
Th
PARK ENTRANCE
PLAYGROUND AREA �
1 i
•�
lI}j
BENCH
LEGEND
•-•-•--- SIDEWALK
G> AREA LIGHTS
TRASH RECEPTACLES
FENCE
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
e preparation of this map was financed In Bart through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by ttb
Coastal Zone Management Ad of 1972. as amended,
which is administered by the Office Of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
Page 27

MAP 14
JACKSONVILLE COMMONS
PARKING
�• a j'
I
i
i � QPM
SENIOR CITIITY ENS
CENTER
&
COMMUNI7YCENTER
PARKS 8
PARKING 1 1SREC. ADMIN.
GYMNASIUM J
RECREATION
C� CENTER LOBBY
A
QP
�1
s
I
0 COMMONS DRIvE SOUTH
N
LEGEND
AREA LIGHTS
• , _. _- 6ASPHALT TRAIL
4 CONCRETE SIDEWALK
NOTE: THE ENTIRE JACKSONVILLE COMMONS AREA
INCLUDING PROPOSED FACILITIES HAS BEEN PROVIDED
ON MAP 22 , PAGE 71
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program, through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended,
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
Page 28

15. WILSON BAY PARK: Wilson Bay Park is located at the southern end of the Bayshore
Estates subdivision adjacent to Wilson Bay. It was first used as a parkin 1947. Access to the
park is provided by Bayshore Boulevard West. This three acre park is maintained by the City
of Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department. The park was owned by the citizens of the
surrounding area until 1997, when it was acquired by the city. Wilson Bay Park was
redeveloped in 1974 and its facilities include a playground area, picnic shelter with benches,
grilling area, rest rooms, and parking for approximately 35 cars.
An itemization of park facilities is provided in Table 15, and Map 15 illustrates the layout of
these facilities.
Table 15
Wilson Bay Park Facilities
Parking lot
Picnic shelter
Picnic tables
Grills
Park benches
Restrooms
Security Lights
Playground Area
Tot swing
Saddle mate
Merry-go-round
Dome climber
16. CITY-COUNTYNEW RIVER WATERFRONT PARK (RIVER WALK): This small, 1 '/a
acre park, located on the New River, across from the U.S.O. at US 17 Business and New
Bridge Street, contains a boardwalk, boat access, a pier, and parking facilities. The park was
developed jointly by the City and Onslow County in 1987 with grant assistance from the
Division of Coastal Management. As a result, this facility serves as an official CAMA access
site. Access to River Walk is provided by Riverview Drive, Tallman Street, and New Bridge
Street. The City of Jacksonville has held the deed to this property since the early 1930s.
Table 16 provides a detailed listing of facilities included at this site, and Map 16 illustrates the
layout of facilities.
Table 16
City -County New River Waterfront Park (River Walk) Facilities
Parking
Picnic tables
Grills
Park benches
Boat launch
Pier and boardwalk
Security lights
Map 17 provides a general location for the 16 sites that have been described.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 29

MAP 15
WILSON BAY PARK
i
a4} N
OR
REst ill f gC�O
� R000A51^ �
JLAB IJITVI GRILL (Jv/� /J(�
I EVE �l
u q
E /
i 41)
PL YCRf"tD AREA
Pi NIC
SMELTER
4,
i
hCNIC PARK PICNIC
`TABLE �ENCH TLeI�
PIC�III' `- �cc��� �RK BENCH
CABLE L
PIC�JIC
PORK BENCH J TABLE
✓`�/
MISON eel
LEGEND
(:) AREA LIGHTS
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program, through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended.
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
Page 30

..
MAP 16
NEW RIVER WATERFRONT PARK
NEW RIVER
w
NEW RIVER
N
w
PIER/OBSERVATION DECK
a
m
o
BOAT LAUNCH
BOARDWALK
LAWN
80 ARDWgLK
ENTRANCE VIA
SiOEVy�K
RNERVIEW/TAL N
RIVE
RV/F�,
pR/Vg
PARKING
> uw
uj
IL
W
a
U
PARKING
N
m
PINE LODGE Z
w z
PUMP STATION rjg
w
EXISTING PAVED PARKING
E5
0
Ur
mw
a
ONSLOW COUNTY JAIL
Z�
N
The preparation of this map was financed in part through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program. through funds provided by the
Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended,
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.

MAP 17
-7—
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
GENERAL LOCATION MAP
LEGEND
PARKS AND RECREATIONAL SITES:
1. REV. E. W. WOOTEN PARK
2. BRANCHWOOD PARK
. ... ...
3. BROOK VALLEY PARK
19
4. JACK AMYETTE COMPLEX
14
•6.
5. KERR STREET RECREATION AREA
KERR STREET WATERFRONT PARK
7. NORTHEAST CREEK PARK
8. WOODLANDS PARK
9. NORTHWOODS RECREATION CENTER
S,
10. PHILLIPS PARK
, N
11. SHERWOOD FOREST
12. GEORGETOWN PARK
A-
2
m-
•\20
13. MARKET STREET PLAYGROUND
14. JACKSONVILLE COMMONS
15. WILSON BAY PARK
16. NEW RIVER WATERFRONT PARK
SCHOOL SITES:
7-�
17. BELL FORK ELEMENTARY
18. CLYDE ERWIN ELEMENTARY
19. JACKSONVILLE COMMONS ELEMENTARY
20. JACKSONVILLE COMMONS MIDDLE
�
25
21. NEW BRIDGE MIDDLE
22. JACKSONVILLE SENIOR HIGH
23. NORTHWOODS ELEMENTARY
24. NORTHWOODS PARK MIDDLE
v
25. PARKWOOD ELEMENTARY
.-.24
26
26. COASTAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
27. THOMPSON ELEMENTARY
-21
CITY LIMIT LINE
t13
Wl:
-4 f%
Ole WILSGN Coastal Zone Management Act of 1M, as amenclea 0 50 .75 1.0 1.50
ear
mrlicr; s administered Dy Itte Offiriii Of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management National Oceanic and
Atffic$pmenc Aclmmrstraron
401
APPROXIMATE SCALE IN MILES
Page 32

I
'J
SCHOOL FACILITIES
The City of Jacksonville could not provide such a wide range of programs without the joint
use of school sites and other local facilities within the city. However, the city's utilization of
school facilities is determined on an annual basis and the specifics of such frequent changes.
The Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Department and the Onslow County Board of
Education have signed agreements for use of school facilities at the below -listed schools.
These agreements serve the needs of both the City of Jacksonville and the individual schools
by allowing each to save tax dollars while utilizing each other's facilities.
1. Bell Fork Elementary
City utilization: Youth baseball and softball
practices, indoor summer program site,
handicapped accessible playground.
2. Clyde Erwin Elementary
School utilization: Jack Amyette Center and
playground, summer feeding site. City
utilization: ballfield and basketball courts.
3. Jacksonville High
City utilization: Adult/youth baseball and
softball practices, tennis practices and games.
4. New Bridge Middle
City utilization: Adult/youth basketball
practices in gymnasium. The high school also
uses the tennis courts, which are maintained by
the city.
5. Northwoods Elementary
City utilization: Youth baseball and softball
practices, outdoor basketball goals, and football
practice field. School utilization: Northwoods
Center and playground, summer feeding site.
6. Northwoods Park Middle
City utilization: Adult/youth basketball
practices and games, open gym, outdoor
basketball goals, youth baseball and adult/youth
softball practices, indoor summer program site.
7. Parkwood Elementary
City utilization: Youth baseball and softball
practices, indoor summer program site.
8. Coastal Carolina Community
City utilization: Youth baseball practice site.
College
9. Jacksonville Commons Middle
City utilization: Youth baseball practices, soccer
School
practices and games.
I
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 33

COMMERCIAL AND PRIVATE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
In addition to the recreational facilities provided by the City of Jacksonville and the Onslow
County School System, there are numerous commercial and private facilities available in
Jacksonville. Generally, these facilities may be used either on a "pay as you go" basis or by
acquiring a membership. The following list provides the name of each facility, general
location, and type of activity offered.
Commercial Recreation Facilities
Name of Entity
Type of Activity
Location
Onslow Spa
Weight room, pool, aerobics
New Market Square
Diana's Dance Academy
Children's dance
Henderson Drive Ext.
Act II
CC Dance Company
Dance
Doris Avenue Est
Dance Arts Center, Inc.
Dance
Parkwood Drive
Young Brothers
Karate
Western Boulevard
Ironworks Gym & Sports
Weight room, aerobics
Lejeune Boulevard
Club
American Fitness Center
Weight room, exercise equipment,
Lejeune Boulevard
Courts Plus Fitness Center
Dance Theatre of Jacksonville
Coastal Gymnastics Academy
Isaac Larry Martial Arts
Jacksonville Tae Kwon Do
Jarman's Isshin-Ryu Karate
Young Brothers Tae Kwan Do
Putters Palace
Bowlarena
Coastal Plains Dragway
Movie Theatres (19)
Billiard Parlors (4)
Bingo Parlors (6)
Coastal Fitness Center
East Coast Soccer Dome
Swingin Things
aerobics
weight room, exercise equipment,
basketball, swimming
Ballet, tap, gymnastics
Gymnastics
Martial arts
Martial arts
Martial arts
Martial Arts
Miniature golf
Bowling
Auto racing
Movies
Pool
Bingo
Weight room, aerobics
Indoor soccer
Batting, driving range, and
playground
Marine Boulevard N.
E. Doris Avenue
N. Marine Boulevard
Brynn Marr Road
Henderson Drive
Doris Avenue E.
Doris Avenue E.
Ellis Boulevard
Western Boulevard
US 258
City wide
City wide
City wide
Gum Branch Road
Marine Blvd. North
Gum Branch Road
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 34
F11
0
. I

Private Recreation Facilities
Name of Entity
Type of Activity
Location
Moose Club
Swimming pool
Moosehaven Road
Rock Creek Country Club
18-hole golf course, swimming
Gum Branch Road
pool, 2 tennis courts
Jacksonville Country Club
18-hole golf course, swimming
Country Club Road
pool, 5 lighted tennis courts
East Piney Green Ballfield
Lighted baseball/softball field used
Highway 24 East
for Babe Ruth Baseball, 2 football
fields used for Onslow Youth
Football
Bethlehem Baptist Church Lighted softball field Gum Branch Road
Ballfield
CAMP LEJEUNE AND MARINE CORPS AIR STATION NEW RIVER FACILITIES*
Camp Lejeune's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Department operates numerous
recreational facilities. These facilities are primarily for base personnel, but can be accessed
by civilians if accompanied by military personnel. Although the City of Jacksonville has no
control over the provision or maintenance of Camp Lejeune's recreational facilities, their
adequacy does have an indirect effect on the demand for city -owned and operated facilities.
This is due to the fact that if recreational needs are not met on base, military personnel will
go elsewhere to fulfill their needs. As a result, a summary of existing facilities at Camp
Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) New River have been provided below and an
analysis of these facilities, to determine their adequacy, is included in Section VI of this plan.
Table 17
Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River Recreational Facilities
Per 1,000 Base
Facility Type Number of Facilities Personnel*
Multipurpose Fields (lighted or unlighted) 11 .31
Softball Fields (lighted for leagues) 15 .43
Baseball Fields (lighted for leagues) 6 .17
Youth Baseball Fields 5 .14
Practice Fields
Gymnasiums
Neighborhood Center
Swimming Pools
Tennis Courts
51
6
2
7
50
1.5
17
.06
.20
1.4
I
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 35

,
Per 1,000 Base
Facility Type
Number of Facilities
Personnel*
Handball Racquetball
23
.67
,
Volleyball
3
.09
Outdoor Basketball Areas
15
.43
'
Fitness/Jogging Trails
2
.06
Playground Areas with Equipment
6
.17
Picnic Area
60
1.71
Community Centers
3
.09
'
Golf Courses
2, 18-hole
.06
Average per 1,000 Population
.45
*Based on an average base personnel of 35,000 persons.
Source: Camp Lejeune MWR Department.
'
In addition to the base facilities listed in Table 17, Camp Lejeune/MCAS New River also have '
track and field facilities, two bowling centers, seven fitness centers, one stable, a concert site,
campsites, a morale center, three marinas, three movie theaters, and a large recreational beach
complex. However, the reader should be cautioned that although this summary of Camp ,
Lejeune/MCAS New River recreational facilities was prepared based on the best available
data, it may not be fully comprehensive. This is due to the fact that the base makes frequent
improvements and expansions to its recreational programs. I
RECREATION SERVICE AREAS I
The City of Jacksonville's 1986 Recreation Plan provided an analysis of city parks and
facilities by District Service Area and Neighborhood Service Area. Utilizing major roadways
as boundaries, Jacksonville was divided into four district service areas. Ideally, each district
should include a park consisting of 25 acres or more and could include facilities such as, but
not limited to, ballfields, tennis courts, recreation centers/gymnasiums, playgrounds, fitness ,
trails, picnic areas, bike tracks, and boat ramps. These service areas consisted of the Central,
Northwest, Northeast, and East Districts. The District Service Areas and Neighborhood
Service Areas included in the 1986 plan have been duplicated, with two exceptions, for use '
in this 1997-1998 update. The Central and Northwest District Service Areas and
Neighborhood Service Areas "H" and "I" have been expanded to include the Georgetown area ,
and Jacksonville Commons.
Map 18 illustrates the boundaries for each of the city's four service area districts and Table '
18 provides a summary of facilities by district.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 36
L

0
H
Table 18
District Service Areas
Facility Availability*
Jacksonville
Jacksonville
Jacksonville
Jacksonville
Northwest
Northeast
Central
East
City
School
City
School
City
School
City
School
Facility
Facility
Facility
Facility
Facility
Facility
Facility
Facility
Multipurpose Fields
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
Softball Fields
0
1
0
0
1
0
2
0
Baseball Fields
0
1
0
1
1
0
0
0
Youth Baseball
0
1
4
1
0
0
0
0
Fields**
Practice Fields
0
2
1
2
2
2
0
0
Tennis Courts
4
6
3
0
2
0
0
0
Outdoor Basketball
0
2
0
0
8
0
0
0
Areas
Playground Areas
1
2
2
1
6
3
3
0
Gymnasiums
0
3
1
1
1
1
0
0
Neighborhood Rec.
1
0
1
0
2
0
0
0
Center
Picnic Areas
3
0
4
0
8
0
3
0
Fitness Trails
1
1
1
0
0
1
2
0
Swimming Pools
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Handball/Racquetball
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Soccer Fields
5
2
0
1
0
0
0
0
Football Field
0
2
0
1
0
1
0
0
Disc Golf
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
Boat Ramps
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
Outdoor Volleyball
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
Courts
Total Facilities
15
23
17
7
33
9
13
0
*Facility information supplied by Jacksonville
Recreation
Department.
"Youth baseball fields are also used for softball.
In 1986, Neighborhood Service
Areas
were designed
so
that park sites would be accessible
by pedestrians and cyclists residing within each service
area without having
to cross major
streets or private property.
Map 19 illustrates the boundaries for each of the city's 16 Neighborhood Service Areas. Each
1 service area, as depicted on the map, is identified by a letter of the alphabet and is briefly
outlined as follows:
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 38

NOTE: Parking lots at the city's public recreation areas are identified on Maps 1-16
Service Area "A"
Parks: Woodlands Park
Northwoods Recreation Center
Schools: Jacksonville Senior High
Facilities:
Service Area "B"
Parks:
Schools:
Facilities:
Service Area "C"
Parks:
Schools:
Facilities:
Service Area "D"
Parks:
Schools:
Facilities:
Service Area "E"
Parks:
Schools:
Facilities:
Northwoods Elementary
Northwoods Park Middle
Parkwood Elementary
7 soccer fields
1 picnic area
2 fitness trails
2 playgrounds
1 recreation center
1 multi -purpose field
1 baseball field
1 youth baseball field
1 softball field
2 practice fields
6 tennis courts
3 gyms
2 football fields
2 basketball courts
None
None
None
Branchwood Park
None
2 picnic areas
1 playground
Brook Valley Park
None
2 picnic areas
1 playground
4 tennis courts
None
None
None
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 40

Service Area "F"
Parks: Sherwood Forest Park
Schools: None
Facilities: 3 tennis courts
1 playground
2 picnic areas
Service Area "G"
Parks: Phillips Park
Schools: None
Facilities: 1 softball field
1 baseball field
1 basketball court
1 picnic area
1 playground
Service Area "H"
Parks: Jacksonville Commons Recreation Area
Schools: Jacksonville Commons Elementary School
Jacksonville Commons Middle School
Facilities: 3 practice fields
1 fitness trail
2 gyms
1 recreation center
1 baseball field
4 youth baseball fields
1 soccer field
1 football field
1 playground
Service Area "I"
Parks: Kerr Street Recreation Area
Kerr Street Waterfront Park
Georgetown Park
Wilson Bay Park
City -County New River Waterfront Park
Schools: New Bridge Middle School
Thompson Elementary School
Facilities: 3 basketball courts
2 tennis courts
1 recreation center
4 playgrounds
3 practice fields
5 picnic areas
1 gym
1 football field
1 volleyball court
1 boat ramp
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 41

Service Area "J"
Parks: Jack Amyette Complex
Schools: Clyde Erwin Elementary School
Infinite Progue Catholic School
Facilities: 1 recreation center
1 gym (and additional gymnasium at Infinite Progue has been used by
the city in the past and is available for future use.)
2 playgrounds
1 picnic area
3 basketball courts
1 multi -purpose field
Service Area "K"
Parks:
Market Street Playground
Schools:
None
Facilities:
1 playground
Service Area "L"
Parks:
None
Schools:
None
Facilities:
None
Service Area "M"
Parks:
Rev. E.W. Wooten Park
Schools:
Bell Fork Elementary
Facilities:
1 basketball court
2 playgrounds
1 picnic area
1 practice field
1 fitness trail
Service Area "N"
Parks: None
Schools: None
Facilities: None
Service Area "O"
Parks: Northeast Creek Park
Schools: None
Facilities: 1 fitness trail
3 picnic areas
2 playgrounds
1 18-hole disc golf course
2 softball fields
1 boat ramp
1 nature trail
1 volleyball court
Table 19 provides a summary of city and school facilities by neighborhood service areas.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 42

Table 19
Neighborhood Service Areas
Facility Availability
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H*
I**
J
K
L
M
N
O
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
CF
SF
Multipurpose
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Fields
Softball Fields
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
0
Baseball Fields
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Youth Baseball
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Fields***
Practice Fields
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
2
2
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
Tennis Courts
0
6
0
0
0
0
4
0
0
0
3
0
0
0
0
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Outdoor
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
3
0
3
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
Basketball
Areas
Playground
0
2
0
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
0
1
3
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
1
I
0
0
2
0
Areas
Gymnasiums
0
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Neighborhood
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Rea Ctr.
Picnic Areas
1
0
0
0
2
0
2
0
0
0
2
0
1
0
0
0
5
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
3
0
Fitness Trails
I
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
2
0
Swimming
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Pools
Handball/
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Racquetball
Parks
2
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
1
0
3
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
I
0
0
0
1
0
Soccer Fields
5
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Football Fields
0
2
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Disc Golf
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
Boat Ramps
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
Volleyball
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
I
0
Courts
Total Facilities
10
23
0
0
4
0
8
0
0
0
7
0
6
0
9
8
21
4
8
2
2
0
0
0
4
3
0
0
13
0
*Facilities located at Jacksonville Commons have been included in neighborhood area "H".
**Facilities located at Georgetown Park have been included in neighborhood area "I".
***Youth baseball fields are also used for softball.
CF = City Facility; SF = School Facility
Source: Jacksonville Recreation Department.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 43

III. COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF EXISTING FACILITIES
' The City of Jacksonville owns and maintains a total of fourteen (14) public parks totaling more
than 250 acres. During fiscal year 1995-96, the city's Recreation and Parks Department
served over 253,000 people through the use of its recreation buildings, ball fields, parks, and
' county school facilities for ball games and summer sites. In addition, there were 339 park
reservations with an attendance of 19,832 persons. These figures indicate that Jacksonville's
residents actively utilize its recreation facilities. Given this fact, it becomes especially
' important to ensure that the city's facilities will continue to be adequate in meeting future
demand in response to continued maintenance and a growing population.
One method by which to determine the adequacy of the city's recreational facilities is through
a comparison with other municipalities of similar size or situation. Table 20 indicates how
Jaksonville's recreational facilities compare to nine other municipalities in eastern North
Carolina. This comparison is based on the population of each municipality and the number
of each type of recreational facility (basketball court, tennis court, baseball field, etc.) per
1,000 people. For example, Jacksonville (including school facilities) currently has 19
basketball courts, or based on its population (75,069 persons), 0.25 basketball goals per 1,000
people.
According to Table 20, out of the 18 types of different facilities studied, Jacksonville has ten
(10). The types of facilities included in the table that Jacksonville does not have are handball,
golf, swimming pools, golf -driving range, running track, in -line skating, and skateboard.
However, Jacksonville does have basketball, practice field, tennis, volleyball, baseball, little
league, disc golf, football, soccer, and softball facilities. When compared to the average
number of facilities per 1,000 population for all of the municipalities included in Table 20 (per
city (non base) population only), four of Jacksonville's facility types were above average, five
were below average, and one was average. The following list provides a summary of how
Jacksonville's facilities compared to the other selected eastern North Carolina municipalities.
Above Average
Soccer
Practice Field
Volleyball
Baseball
Below Average
Tennis
Softball
Youth Baseball
Football Field
Basketball
Average
Disc Golf
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 44

Table 20
' Comparative Analysis - Recreation Facilities -
Selected Eastern North Carolina Municipalities
L
Location
(Population)
Jacksonville
(75,06911A)
(40,0691 (BI
per
1000
pop
(C)
Greenville
156,307)
per
1000
pop
New Bern
(21,696►
per
1000
pop
Kinston
(25,729)
per
1000
pop
Goldsboro
(47,992)
per
1000
pop.
Rocky
Mount
155,952)Poo.
per
1000
pop.
Wilmington
(62,2561
per
1000
pop.
Wilson
(40,232)
per
1000
pop
Fayetteville
(93,219)
per
1000
pop.
Washington
(9,421)
per
1000
pop,
Average
per
1,000
(0)
Basketball Courts'
10 (incl. 2
.25
5 outdoor
.16
8 outdoor
.46
12 outdoor
.70
18 outdoor
.46
30 outdoor
.75
36 outdoor
.61
16 outdoor
.70
10 outdoor
.15
10
1.0
.55
school fac.)
.47
4 indoor full
2 indoor full
3 indoor full
2 indoor full
6 indoor full
1 indoor full
6 indoor
4 indoor full
9 indoor full
Oncl. 5 school
fact
Handball
2 indoor
.05
.05
(3-4 wall)
Practice Field
9 (incl. 6
.12
4
.07
2
.07
2
.04
5
.09
12 ±
.30
6 +
.06
1
.11
.12
school fac.)
.22
Tennis
15 (incf. 6
.20
24
.43
5
.23
17
.66
16
.33
40
.71
25
.40
24
.60
32
.34
4
.43
.45
school fac.)
.37
Volleyball
2
.03
1
.04
2 indoor
.04
3 outdoor
.05
4 indoor
.04
.04
.05
Baseball
3
.04
1
.02
3
.14
5
.19
1
.02
1
.02
2
.03
1
.02
6 (joint use
.06
.06
.07
w/schools)
Youth Baseball
6 (incl. 2
.08
10 L.League
.25
3
.14
3
.12
1
.02
10
.18
3
.05
8
.20
14
.15
3
.32
.16
school fac.)
.15
4 Babe Ruth
Disc Golf
1
.01
1
.02
.02
.02
Football
4(all school
.05
3 football/
.12
3 football/
.05
3 football/
.03
7 football/
.74
.21
facilities)
.10
soccer
soccer
soccer
soccer
Soccer
8 (3 school
.11
10
.18
2
.09
2
.04
3 football/
.05
8
.20
.13
site)
.20
soccer
Golf
Par 3 (18 hole)
1 nine hole
.04
.04
18-hole standard
1 (240 ac.
.02
1
.02
1
.02
1
.02
.02
dedicated)
Swimming Pools
1 indoor
.04
3
.12
2 outdoor
.06
2 outside
.04
3
.05
3 0 diving
.07
1 outside
.01
06
1 outdoor
1 indoor
tank)
Golf -Driving Range
1
.02
.02
1 /4 mi. Running
1
.02
1
.02
2
.05
1
.01
.03
Track
Softball
4 (Intl. 1
.05
5
.09
3
.14
11
.43
6
.13
7
.13
5
.08
6
.15
6
.06
3
.32
.16
school fac.)
10
In -Line Skating
1
.02
.02
Skate Board
1
,02
1
.01
.02
*Outdoor - 1/2 court; Indoor - full court.
(A)Including base; (B)Excluding base; (C)Top figure based on Jacksonville's population including Camp Lejeune and bottom figure based on Jacksonville's population excluding Camp Lejeune; (D)Average based on Jacksonville's population excluding Camp Lejeune.
1 City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Master Plan Page 45

' IV. EXISTING RECREATION PROGRAMS AND USAGE
' RECREATION PROGRAMS
The Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Department is responsible for planning, organizing,
' supervising, scheduling and co -sponsoring a variety of activities for Jacksonville residents.
The following provides a summary of youth, adult, and senior programming including athletic
' activities:
1. YOUTH: Programming - Generally, youth programs include recreation center usage
during the day, evenings and during times when school is not is session; special events;
ceramics; arts and crafts programs; activities for special needs groups; summer programs;
instructional classes; and co -sponsored activities with other community organizations.
' • Summer Program - The summer program is for children ages 6-12. Six facilities
accommodate approximately 600 children during their summer vacations. The
program offers bus trips to theme parks and a variety of activities including arts and
crafts, bowling, putt putt, sports, swimming, and team games. This program is
specially convenient for working parents seeking a well organized and supervised
' setting for their children during the summer.
• Voyagers - Children ages 13-15 may participate in the city's voyager program. This
' program provides older youth with the opportunity to broaden their educational outlet
and career opportunities. Bus trips are provided as part of the program to offer a
variety of leisure and recreational activities.
' • After School Program - Four of the city's recreation centers serve as after school sites
for Jacksonville. These centers provide a place for children to work on homework,
' play games, participate in arts and crafts as well as other interesting activities.
• "Celebrate the Outdoors" Camp: During fiscal year 95-96 approximately 75 campers,
' ages 9 (who have completed 3`d grade) - 12 participated in the camp. "Celebrate the
Outdoors consists of six days and five nights of fun, adventure, and programs aimed
' at building positive self images, improving human relationships, and appreciating and
accepting responsibility for the environment. These programs are always conducted
in the context of fun. The unique setting is provided by Camp Mitchell in Swansboro,
' North Carolina. Camp Mitchell is situated in a coastal forest immediately adjacent to
Queen's Creek. Having this type of setting enables the camp's staff to provide "hands
on" activity relating to ecology and the environment.
' • Halloween Events - Parties are held each year at the city's recreation centers.
Carnival -like games and contests are provided after school until the early evening.
' Several hundred children participate each year.
' City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 46

• Christmas Events - Special seasonal activities including arts and crafts, cookie baking, '
tree trimming and parties are conducted at each recreation center. In addition, each
recreation center has a Christmas Eve breakfast with the city's staff for the '
neighborhood children and their families. The Annual Children's Community Wide
Christmas Party is held at the Jack Amyette Recreation Center during the first week
of December for children 12 and under. ,
• Annual Egg Hunt - The week before Easter the annual egg hunt is held at the
Northeast Creek Park. Children are divided into three age groups to hunt for candy '
which is scattered throughout designated areas. Several hundred families usually
participate in the event.
• Youth Nights - Youth Nights is a program designed for youth ages 12-19. Activities
of interest include tournaments, socials, athletic events, family night, bus trips, team
building and community projects. This program is offered at the Jack Amyette '
Recreation Center on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This program was initiated due to the demand for youth social activities away from the
influences of drugs and crime. ,
Athletics - The Recreation and Parks Youth Athletics Department remains one of the ,
Recreation Department's most active divisions with over 1,500 participants on approximately
90 teams. Traditional programs offered by the Athletic Division consist of Winter Youth
Basketball, Summer Teen Basketball, Baseball and Softball. Leagues are divided by age. '
Significant growth in the youth basketball program is responsible for the development of a
Girl's Basketball League. The Girls Basketball League has grown to include approximately
60 girls on six teams. Youth baseball and softball continue their successful paths with '
participation on the rise in both programs. The independently -run youth soccer program
utilizes the City developed soccer fields at Woodlands Park for its games under cognizance
of the Eastern Carolina Soccer Association. The Babe Ruth program is an independent '
baseball league operated by volunteers at the East Piney Green Ballfield. The field is located
on Freedom Highway, 2 miles east of Camp Lejeune's main gate. The program serves youth
ages 13 to 18 years and has been in existence for approximately 15 years. The land in which I
the field is located is privately owned.
In addition, a variety of sport specific camps and lessons are offered to promote fundamentals '
and skills development. School facilities are often utilized for these activities when school is
not in session. A discussion of the city's utilization of school facilities is provided on page
32 of this plan. '
The Athletic Division holds several special events during the year to help promote a healthy
recreational environment for the youth of Jacksonville: Those events include the following: ,
• District 7 Little Tar Heel Tournament: Each year, Little Tar Heel, Inc. holds district
qualifying tournaments for its Little League members to advance to the state '
championship.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 47

• Kinston Indians Trips: Trips to Kinston Indians minor league baseball games are
offered to participants in the baseball and softball programs. The participants are
given the opportunity to take a bus trip, see the game and have a small meal. These
trips are centered around theme nights at Granger Stadium, such as Mascot, Fireworks
and T-shirt nights.
• Junior Hornets: Youth basketball participants are given the opportunity to join the
Junior Hornets program. The grogram offers two packages: one contains a reversible
jersey, the other offers a reversible jersey along with a tote bag and collectable items.
• NFL -Gatorade Punt, Pass and Kick: Area youths are able to participate in the local and
sectional competitions of the Carolina Panthers NFL -Gatorade Punt, Pass and Kick
contest. This football skills competition, based on distance and accuracy, allows area
youths' the opportunity to showcase their talents.
• Jacksonville Jaycees Free Throw Contest: This event, co -sponsored by the Jacksonville
' Jaycees, tests area youths' free throw shooting capabilities.
• McDonald's/NBA 2-Ball Competition: This competition is a basketball skills and
' shooting contest co -sponsored by the Onslow County Parks and Recreation
Department.
' • Youth Soccer Tournament: This tournament brings together soccer teams from North
Carolina, Virginia, Maryland and South Carolina.
2. ADULT: Programming - The Recreation Department provides a variety of interesting
classes for area adults. Many classes are taught by contracted instructors as well as
Recreation Department staff members. Recreation facilities are also made available to Coastal
' Carolina Community College to provide continuing education classes.
Adults have the opportunity to participate in various arts and crafts, ceramics, Country
' Western Line Dance, and Shag classes. Classes are also offered specifically for senior
citizens.
' Costal Carolina Community College utilizes Jacksonville's facilities at Kerr Street and Jack
Amyette for their "Adaptive Education" classes for young adults with special needs.
' Programs include cooking classes and greenhouse activities as well as indoor sports and
games. The college also utilizes Northwoods Recreation Center for Oil Painting classes and
the Senior Citizens Center for Quilting classes.
' • Musical Lunches: A series of musical programs are held each fall and spring at the
New River Waterfront Park. Six concerts are held per season each with a total
attendance of over 1,000 citizens.
1
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 48

Athletics - The Recreation and Parks Department, Adult Athletic Division continues to offer '
quality programs and special events for residents of Jacksonville and surrounding
communities. '
The department's basketball and softball programs offer competitive leagues for all teams.
This is accomplished by placing teams into divisions according to talent. For example, in '
1997, adult basketball consisted of 25 teams, which were placed in four divisions. The
summer softball season consisted of 36 men's teams placed in five divisions and 11 women's
teams placed in two divisions. During the spring softball season, 38 men's teams were placed '
in five divisions and 11 women's teams were placed in two divisions. During 1997, a
women's basketball league was added to the city's list of recreation programs. Approximately
40 women participated on a total of 4 teams. '
The Jacksonville Area Tennis Association, under the direction of the Recreation and Parks
Department, promotes area tournaments and clinics for tennis enthusiasts. In addition, the
department also offers tennis lessons for adults and youths.
The local disc golf association utilizes the city's 18 hole disc golf course located at Northeast '
Creek Park. Through their efforts and those of the Recreation and Parks Department this
beautifully landscaped course is rated very highly in the state. The course is open to the
public, and the association offers several tournaments throughout the year. ,
Special Events: ,
• Rip Jackson Scholarship Fund Softball Tournament: The tournament is held to raise
money for an annual scholarship offered by the North Carolina Recreation and Parks '
Society (NCRPS), to a student in the field of Recreation. Rip Jackson was a past
advisory board member for both the Jacksonville and Onslow County Parks and
Recreation Department. '
• Rip Jackson Scholarship Turkey Trot: The two mile fun run is co -sponsored by the
Onslow County Parks and Recreation Department. Like the softball tournament , the
money raised goes to the NCRPS for a student scholarship in Rip Jackson's name.
• Coors Light Softball Tournament: This tournament, co -sponsored by the Onslow '
Beverage Company, is a qualifying tournament which offers competitive teams an
opportunity to advance from a local tournament to a regional and then onto a national
championship. '
In addition to the above special events, various local/national tournaments and tournaments
for adults are held at Northeast Creek Park. A softball tournament for adults over 40 is
occasionally held in Jacksonville as well as a tournament for adults over 55, held annually.
3. YOUTH AND ADULT. Time for Tots - Time for Tots is a program that caters to pre- '
school age children and their parents. This program is designed for children to socialize and
develop motor skills while giving parents the opportunity to meet each other and discuss
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 49

fl
Ali
parental issues. A wide variety of group and individual activities for various levels of interest
and ability area available. The program is one of the departments most popular day time
activities and continues to grow each year.
4. SENIOR: Programming - The number of participants using the Senior Center for
various classes, meetings and functions during FY95-96 totaled 8,162.
Some of the programs and activities the seniors of Jacksonville participate in include a variety
of craft classes such as: Woodburning, Christmas Towels and Shirts, Tin Punch, Stamp Art,
Gift Bags, and Victorian Fans. A new program, Senior Searchers, was implemented for
seniors with inquisitive minds that want to learn new things, teach and share, and expand their
horizons. Additional programs such as Golden Girls, Bonnie's PT, and the Onslow Senior
Games Invitational Tournament are also offered for seniors. What is known locally as
"Bonnie's PT" is actually the Senior Citizen Coordinator's morning physical education
program.
The annual Onslow Senior Games involved over 325 seniors, spectators and volunteers. This
event covers a three day period due to its popularity and large number of participants. The
1S`, 2❑d, and 3`d place winners for each age category are awarded medals and ribbons.
Participants placing in each event in the local games are eligible to advance and participate in
the State Games held in Raleigh during the fall.
Many of Jacksonville's seniors who participated in the senior programs regarded the Fall
Foliage Tour of Canada as the highlight of the year.
In addition, trips were taken to a variety of music shows in Myrtle Beach, to Medieval Times
Dinner Theater and Tournament, to the beach, and to eat seafood.
FACILITY USAGE
As discussed in the identification of Existing Facilities section of this plan, the City of
Jacksonville's Recreation and Parks system includes a total of seven buildings or centers, eight
ball field sites, and fifteen parks. During the 1996-97 fiscal year, the Recreation and Parks
Department served approximately 254,438 people through the use of these facilities.
More than 500 people utilized the buildings on a monthly basis at meetings held by more than
20 non-profit civic groups and organizations. The buildings were also rented during the year
for classes, birthday parties, reunions, dances and meetings., All together, over 43,000 people
utilized the city's buildings through programs, special events, classes, meetings and rentals
during fiscal year 95-96. In addition, more than 150,000 people visited the city's parks based
on reservation records. However, it should be noted that park usage was actually much higher
because most people visit the parks without reservations.
Table 21 provides a summary of park reservations for calendar year `97. Although this table
does not provide an accurate indication of actual park visitation, due to the fact that most
people visit the parks without reservations, it does give some idea of park preference and
popularity.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 50

Table 21
Summary of Park Reservations and Attendance
January - December 1997
PARK
ATTENDANCE
RESERVATIONS
% OF TOTAL
Phillips Park
2,340
43
19.8%
Northeast Creek Park
9,732
137
63.1 %
Brook Valley
180
3
1.4%
Wilson Bay
875
13
6.0%
Jack Amyette
920
8
3.7 %
Georgetown
737
8
3.7 %
Wooten
90
2
0.9 %
Kerr Street
130
3
1.4%
TOTAL
15,004
217
100.0 %
Source: City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Department.
As Table 21 indicates, over 63 % of the total number of park reservations made during 1997
were at the Northeast Creek Park. Following Northeast Creek Park, Phillips Park and Wilson
Bay Park were also popular sites for park reservations comprising 19.8% and 6.0% of the
total number of park reservations, respectively. It is also significant that Phillips Park and
Northeast Creek Park combined made up almost 83 % of the total number of park reservations
made during the year.
V. SUMMARY OF 1996 RECREATION AND PARKS STORM DAMAGE
During calendar year 1996, Hurricanes Bertha and Fran and Tropical Storm Josephine
inflicted a considerable amount of damage to the Recreation and Parks Department equipment,
parks and facilities. The following provides a summary of damages incurred during each of
these storms and an estimate of associated costs.
HURRICANE BERTHA
The approximate repair costs following Hurricane Bertha was $9,800. Damages resulting
from Hurricane Bertha included two downed light poles and damage to the fence at the
Jacksonville High School Tennis Courts, damage to the roof and door at the Senior Citizen's
Building, damage to the picnic shelter roof at Northeast Creek Park and significant tree
damage at Phillips and Northeast Creek Park.
HURRICANE FRAN
Approximately $71,500 was spent repairing and cleaning up from Hurricane Fran. These
funds were utilized for the replacement of a heat pump at Kerr Street Recreation Center,
replacement of the roof and siding at the Senior Citizen, Ceramic and Athletic Buildings,
replacement of the pier at the Kerr Street Waterfront Park, repair to the light poles at
Northeast Creek Park, Jack Amyette, and Joe Morgan Ball Fields, repair to the back stops and
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 51

H
concession stand at Jack Amyette, repair to the phone line at the Athletics Building, repair to
the score booth roofs at Jack Amyette, Phillips and Northeast Creek Parks, repair to the picnic
shelter roofs at Phillips and Northeast Creek Parks, repair to the door on the Kerr Street
Greenhouse, repair to the panel box at the Senior Citizens Building, repair building signs and
storm debris clearance at Wilson Bay, Georgetown, Phillips, Brook Valley, Sherwood Forest,
Wooten, Northeast Creek Parks and Jacksonville Commons Recreation Complex.
TROPICAL STORM JOSEPHINE
While the roofs were under repair at the Senior Citizens, Ceramics and Athletics Building
following Hurricane Fran, Tropical Storm Josephine hit. The storm brought with it torrential
rain and as a result, the roofs collapsed at all three buildings.
In addition, Tropical Storm Josephine necessitated the replacement of two oak desks, two
' chairs, a color televison, VCR, stereo, 350 ball uniforms, two basketballs, a large lip striker
plate for a door at the Ceramic Building, ceiling fixtures & supplies, and 364 ceramic molds.
' Approximately $16,200 were spent to repair damage resulting from Tropical Storm Josephine.
It should be noted that all of the repairs and purchases necessary to restore the city's
recreation and parks facilities to pre -storm condition have been made.
VI. COMPARISON OF EXISTING FACILITIES TO NATIONAL RECREATIONAL
STANDARDS AND IDENTIFY EXISTING DEFICIENCIES
Each of Jacksonville's existing park facilities may be classified as either mini, neighborhood,
community or large urban parks. These categories are identified by the National Recreation
and Park Association, which provides the following descriptions and standards:
MINI -PARK
Mini -park is the smallest park classification and is used to address limited or isolated
recreational needs. Examples include:
• Concentrated or limited populations.
• Isolated development areas.
• Unique recreation opportunities.
In a residential setting, vest-pocket parks serve the same general purpose as mini -parks and
totlots of the past. They are also intended to address unique recreational needs, such as:
• Landscaped public use area in an industrial/commercial area.
• Scenic overlooks.
I
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 52

• A play area adjacent to the downtown shopping district. I
Although the past classification mini -park was often oriented toward active recreation, the new ,
classification vest-pocket has a broader application that includes both active and passive uses.
Examples of passive uses includes picnic areas, arbors, and sitting areas.
Locational Criteria: Although demographics and population density play a role in location, the '
justification for Vest -Pocket Park lies more in servicing a specific recreational need or taking
advantage of a unique opportunity. Given the potential variety of vest-pocket park activities
and locations, service area will vary. However, in a residential setting, the service area is
usually less than a 1/4 mile in radius. Accessibility by way of interconnecting trails,
sidewalks, or low -volume residential streets increases use opportunities and therefore is an
important consideration.
Size Criteria: Typically, vest-pocket parks are between 2,500 square feet and one acre in size.
However, park areas less than 5 acres would technically be considered a mini -park. Anything
larger would be considered a neighborhood park.
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK ,
Neighborhood parks remain the basic unit of the park system and serve as the recreational and ,
social focus of the neighborhood. They should be developed for both active and passive
recreation activities geared specifically for those living within the service area. '
Accommodating a wide variety of age and user groups, including children, adults, the elderly,
and special populations, is important. Creating a sense of place by bringing together the
unique character of the site with that of the neighborhood is vital to successful design. ,
Locational Criteria: A neighborhood park should be centrally located within its service area,
which encompasses a '/a to '/2 mile distance uninterrupted by non-residential roads and other
physical barriers. These distances might vary depending on development diversity. The site
should be accessible from throughout its service area by way of interconnecting trails,
sidewalks, or low -volume residential streets. Ease of access and walking distance are critical
factors in locating a neighborhood park. A person's propensity to use a neighborhood park
is greatly reduced if they perceive it to be difficult to access or not within a reasonable
walking distance. Frequently, neighborhood parks are developed adjacent to elementary I
schools.
Size Criteria: Demographic profiles and population density within the park's service area are '
the primary determinants of a neighborhood park's size. Generally, 5 acres is accepted as the
minimum size necessary to provide space for a menu of recreation activities and 7 to 10 acres
is considered optimal.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 53

COMMUNITY PARK
' Community parks are larger in size and serve a broader purpose than neighborhood parks.
Their focus is on meeting the recreation needs of several neighborhoods or large sections of
the community, as well as preserving unique landscapes and open spaces. They allow for
' group activities and offer other recreational opportunities not feasible —nor perhaps
desirable —at the neighborhood level. As with neighborhood parks, they should be developed
for both active and passive recreation activities.
' Locational Criteria: A community park should serve two or more neighborhoods. Although
its service area should be 0.5 to 3.0 miles in radius, the quality of the natural resource base
should play a significant role in site selection. The site should be serviced by arterial and
collector streets and be easily accessible from throughout its service area by way of
' interconnecting trails. While community parks should be strategically sited throughout the
community, their locations can be significantly impacted by other types of parks. Most
notable among these are school -parks, natural resource areas, and regional parks —each of
' which may provide some of the same recreational opportunities provided in community parks.
The level of service these other parks provide should be used, in part, as justification for or
against a community park in a specific area.
' Size Criteria: Demographic profiles, population density, resource availability, and recreation
demand within its service area are the primary determinants of a community park's size.
' Although an optimal size for a community park is between 20 and 50 acres, its actual size
should be based on the land area needed to accommodate desired uses.
LARGE URBAN PARK
Large urban parks serve a broader purpose than community parks and are used when
' community and neighborhood parks are not adequate to service the needs of the community.
Focus is on meeting community -based recreational needs, as well as preserving unique
landscapes and open spaces.
Locational Criteria: The location of a large urban park should be determined based on the
quality and suitability of the site. Normally, a large urban park will serve the entire
community.
Size Criteria: A large urban park should contain adequate acreage to accommodate desired
uses. In most cases a minimum of 50 acres is required with 75 or more acres considered
optimal. Table 22 provides a summary of Jacksonville's parks by park class.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 54

Table 22 '
City of Jacksonville
Classification of Park Sites '
CLASSES
Mini -Park Neighborhood Park Community Park Large Urban Park '
Kerr Street Waterfront
Park
Rev. E.W. Wooten Park Woodlands Park Northeast Creek Park
Branchwood Park Jacksonville Commons
Market Street Playground
Brook Valley Park Recreation Area
New River Waterfront
Jack Amyette Complex
Park*
Kerr Street Recreation Area
Northwoods Recreation
'
Center
Phillips Park
Sherwood Forest Park
'
Georgetown Park
Wilson Bay Park
*This
t
is a joint facility between Onslow County and the City of Jacksonville.
As Table 22 indicates, out of the city's 15 (16 including New River Waterfront Park) total t
park sites, two Q including New River Waterfront Park) can be considered mini -parks, ten
neighborhood parks, one as a community park, and two as large urban parks. '
Map 20 illustrates the general service area for each park and the relationship of Jacksonville's
park sites to existing residential development.
It should be stressed that the service area radii indicated on Map 20 have been based on
National Recreation Standards as determined by the National Recreation and Parks Association '
and are intended only to provide a general estimate of park service areas. The establishment
of these service areas does not necessarily mean that individuals from outside a given park's
service area will not commute to the park. The Woodlands Park is a known example where,
in some cases, people commute to the park from outside the 3 mile service radius that has
been provided. However, for the purpose of analysis, the 3 mile service radius as provided
by the National Recreation and Park Association for Community Parks has been utilized.
In addition, while reviewing Map 20 it is also important to be aware that because Northeast
Creek Park and Jacksonville Commons are considered Large Urban Parks and serve the entire
city, service radii are not necessary.
Through an analysis of Map 20 the following determinations can be made. Generally, the '
City of Jacksonville appears to have fairly adequate recreational facilities in terms of spatial
coverage. Woodlands Park covers the northeast portion of the city, the various neighborhood
parks/mini parks provide coverage in the central city, and the two large urban parks '
(Northeast Creek and Jacksonville Commons) cover the entire city. However, there are a few
areas in Jacksonville where the addition of neighborhood parks could benefit recreation and '
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 55

park coverage and service. Map 21 provides an illustration of the areas in Jacksonville that
are not located within the service area of a mini -park, neighborhood park, or community park.
These areas are located as follows:
I. East of Marine Boulevard and Western Boulevard intersection (Service Area "L"
II. Brynn Man area between Western Boulevard and Northeast Creek (Service Area
«O„
III. Northwest of Marine Boulevard between Western Boulevard Extension and Drummer
Kellum Road. Specifically, the Foxhorn Village and Sunset Acres subdivisions
(Service Area "B").
IV. Northwest of Marine Boulevard between Onslow Drive and Gum Branch Road
(Service Area "E").
Note: The service deficient areas listed above have been numbered with Roman numerals to
correspond with the areas indicated on Map 21.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 56

MAP 20
/ / I
'\'Y ♦ t \ / rar
Jam' fa i; a a faf
SERVICE AREA OF
EXISTING RECREATION SITES
LEGEND
- - SITES 6.13 & 16 - 1/4 MI. RADII
�'�; `� • SITES 1-5, 9-12 & 15 - 1i2 MI. RADII
SITE 8 - 3 MI. RADIUS
SITES 7 & 14 -SERVE ENTIRE CITY
ra't �'. �%• - ` - 1. REV. E. W. WOOTEN PARK
' `'f •���e •> 2. BRANCHWOOD PARK
3. BROOK VALLEY PARK
l . 4. JACK AMYETTE COMPLEX
\t�.1/' a y f •� _ _ 5. KERR STREET RECREATION AREA
6. KERR STREET WATERFRONT PARK
\ ��\ �!`.♦ Yfa4V .. r 7. NORTHEAST CREEK PARK
- -- T`: �•— -- f _ - -. — y - 8. WOODLANDS PARK
9. NORTHWOODS RECREATION CENTER
10. PHILLIPS PARK
�`/ �v' '\ \ \r\'•' = y j� 11. SHERWOOD FOREST
12. GEORGETOWN PARK
/ J ! :' -`:'�' •` 13. MARKET STREET PLAYGROUND
14. JACKSONVILLE COMMONS
15. WILSON BAY PARK
Jo \ ` •� 15 NEW RIVER WATERFRONT PARK
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
RECREATION SITES
'; •\ ���o — . — . CITY LIMIT LINE
ara. r\/ / \,a• - .. �f-is/�f> �e� `� I�aI. },-r_!� ����1'� '7 �"`'��(�%�),�"5!:, �
r>i •�\.t �'� _ _ _. _ _��j� r r i r\. r,r`f r\r>f f`.a' i � �_'-_{���� �t� _: ' �-...
♦ ._ _ - f- i. w f l r J. ! � f is -
\ • • ` / .. .. 'a t{\ \'Y}\' 'Y' !\rtr\ \'\rl•'\ \r\ C�l l� \. ! f (\
IL
' ��\ �'\�\� /. ter• i;✓e �)` \ J�vraf4faf{��j
rir f.frlr fJ m
The preparation of tnts map was financed in part through
a grant provaed by the Nwth Carolina Coastal
Management Program. the
funds crowded oy the
coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amenoeo.
which is administered by the CSice of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management. National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration
I`(
T
aI
-
-per
I l f A,�J\/ .J > r J. J A /YI f f_� .a' J ✓- I"'
rti J '
ri
'�•�
.,.
t \
r\-/\! ✓ter ✓. f !_ ✓ / . i �+ r. J r�+ a -
/
♦ \ \ t r \ \ \ 1\ \ \ ♦ \ t >.
4 itt,
a
_
_ ✓ J J J r J J r r♦ J f
\\
r�r f /• / r� � 7°r
i/
_
_ _- _. __
a A ` `f
- •+J ar Y \/\r\J
l
Alf r t.�'/ia - r J
0 .50 .75 1.0 1.50
1 1 1 1 1
APPROXIMATE SCALE IN MILES
Page 57

MAP 21
PARK SERVICE AREA
DEFICIENCIES
LEGEND
�` ; ,%\ •— .� RECREAT 1A' E'./=! CPME^!T
/✓ %,-` Y , >`! / ION SITES
� � x'^; ✓��--R �� �, t' �r r` ♦ J it r�r /\\ PARK DEFICIENT AREA
:� iM1 ,' \' ♦rr^� •\� °2 V-� --• CITY LIMIT LINE
Y \ / 1. REV. E. W. WOOTEN PARK
....... / / Cp�� / f J `; • \\ 01 ' �- --- 'J =i�ir♦i� �. 2. BRANCHWOOD PARK
/ •`.S ,�s� ` \ ` '� \ t �o • / �\�`� ,t � ��+T ` \ \ t,+�A •', , \ 3. BROOK VALLEY PARK
�♦ 1,'\ ,f / (r\, s /♦ \ \..2, • « • \ 1 - , • \ ' .' / • - 4. JACK AMYETTE COMPLEX
`•� `,`/`/ /`/�. ,• C \' �.�: \ ` `,`r ' \• •\`' J ' •� • 1 5. KERR STREET RECREATION AREA
\.
` f 6. KERR STREET WATERFRONT PARK
°;.= \ • `r' J / j• - ` 7. NORTHEAST CREEK PARK
_J �\a' t♦tt ♦ 6�, , tC,. \4tt \-C..4t - \'tt„i♦i • `-� -
t': ♦!or♦ '�' ♦ ' w -i \ 't'\/� '\J•�< - M1J tax%♦ 8. WOODLANDS PARK
!vJ J !w. /'r /' !/ v/r. JJ.J J./ r.J 1. _
♦ \ ♦ , \ ♦ i
! J / � Jv r t > J ! - 9. NORTHWOODS RECREATION CENTER
1pll
10. PHILLIPS PARK
\ ` `', ` / / J r �! / r ter`. ♦ : / , / r `/ ;`! - 11. SHERWOOD FOREST
r !�'/ �`i } _/ /\r - ! �C i;� i `r`/i`J - - ♦•'r iM1/ -- _ -
�\\ , \mot , t ,♦♦ ,\aa
• - . _ J r r - - .o /`r\/\ \ / i-ar.f .+----� - = 12. GEORGETOWN PARK
�l , , .' ' -'� ' '� _ _ M1 ! `r\ `. ><. / .\r ♦ + •\ 13. MARKET STREET PLAYGROUND
+ �+ !, f, %% , 14. JACKSONVILLE COMMONS
' \ i`r '`/`I`% r r `♦ `L`iI /` M1/ I ! I/ ! x :/\I\ a ! r\ �` ._ _ . -..
` \ 15. WILSON BAY PARK
ll .-�• ,'♦ \ !♦/ i;,\ / r♦l-.<J�J ! r rF _. ♦ * e♦ i t . .'♦ '\� , ,r . L` 16. NEW RIVER WATERFRONT PARK
T 1",,,j � 1 i !♦/\ \ _.. / _ _ \rvr / ,- r\ �J ! ./ ♦ y\ tl,. r ivr e ♦ s-n, �' , t , iJ, .. - (♦ y!r _ / '\ - I
�lv. r /♦ + +�.- ky", _r J. - , !♦. r rr < i f<. _ e f 4J .. _ , t `/ f
, + Note: Roman numerals I - IV corres and
lia1 y='\�1-"il i• \ ♦+,. +\' f�<, !♦ /�{`j4 �` t \ `'J` \ \ \J'; \+ `r' ` \ ` \ ,-♦ 's - - - - to the service deficient areas discussed
r! >"J .�J.f,' on page 51 of this plan.
111 •\ ,, fir^ ,� i / - JM1i / ] J A, ! / �/-` r r \J .,/ / _ - ,' •
t
l J J >! > / i\ ♦. J J w. r l r � J i / -J- r . r - , 17. i / J / . � ! ' rZ -
\IS--
-,.. +\/\ _ 1 !.\ ♦ _ �. ],�Y \',Jv^S� -
r J
Ile r .� ; f ; ✓\rt/ \r- , ; . r r > r w\i .. ,✓, 3i'=-- � - .'�
' \ � `,, \ v '�'. \ ♦l�rxf J f / r ! �' % r / ! / r s eis__a �. J J J : i r . _ _ r` � —T __ - _ -- ----___.-- -
/ t/ -i`i r`
\r }
+q�•>'.�'_1`->•9►i _
, , t ,.. \ \ ♦ \lx �... \ , , i1J ' \', ]r`J`/�A! %\� J !�/,- !L/\• \ ♦ M1>., -'�� i� !�
! r-, J / /. / a / / r
rr�'JIJ / ) ii! ♦�4'J J. - \.x,, /si i/ r J! _ _ >' \ •�•�
r
.'r- -r.�-t M1 t i �. ♦ 'c„ r t > :'c ♦ ♦.r - t _ t ♦ c-v-� •'lr--� :, �/
!,� r"✓"1 �� _'� J., t s'� `, �n'i1i t->~I i�\ \ r ire �'\l\ _ ! <;r r t/` - _ ♦. �. _ - ..r• \ • - - \'\Ry c r i�,..0 + y; t:/i':- �•.r''� F-- _ . : ,r �% 1 •
'' l ! / ! ix� J !_r� r i. r .•`/`: _ ` - - - `� a r*r J ltJt. �--V(-
I'r'.
I
1 }, I //mil/ �../t✓��._- _ -- - _ ' ' \^< \J\ %A \'••
101, \ \t♦! -!t< / _. /Y li'! J ' \ - .\ 1 \� 'Y.♦/.\!\/. / !\-' L _ / / •' __ _ -.
f "l Lf-Kr I r ! A Y \ " •� / Yf�r\ \r`J >'.'\ \ �'\' ' -L\ C� `i —._... .
1J - lt...\I r !fit C \ ♦ , • a..Y r\�4 l� v �`C JM1�
! r`f "r t`T J J J !' >•"f J r �r YJ ! wZ'Y' r r fJt-
�� �J" I ` ` - `/, J /-_ \ `tt♦ \ Cr \ \ �_ , ♦I .!! t ♦ ♦/J rTr t-(w !`J(t # \-i\Jx •��^
`lY/-f % JtJ`! `l f♦%�l r J %� \l `•♦ - Cl�'.f A{2� p� -
-�. , I
�`� I ! � � � '♦'\ i \'t \ l ♦ G 4 y \ __ _ \ t i�4iM1>t J >ti ♦ -`! if�1�C�`3'�:/`r`.!' • _ _
j•^� � `i /� � � • \ J Jl`>�! i l.1 E..i r`/ w > r�r` �r! .•r, -� - ..
1 V - _ _ ' , 't , '\ Cn 4 - \ �. ` t , ; v t ♦ ` �.. , l t _ t
_ - Tl I ! ~J l I? )T] ] % >
r t >,
NC 24 - v
r /� �1 f 11 '"'---�T, .._. _ __ .r.. _ '.. :-- i ,p -- _ - '" rti i iK i lc' � 1 �s i t ,r it♦ ♦ i ..'1 r �
-. v5 �,' r>;" - -- / � / - r i ' �- - r j\r / i J !'i / '♦ ♦i-r/ i 1 ]! �'.
... •'�� o \. / ,- .-. - .- - " - 1,}s< , - tit ♦ - a . ♦ Y. wx-\ - -
\. J^"'11_ :,� / tih. r 1 ♦ - ,-.,_ - - : s - \S .l.`♦ <� 1. t'-. } Y 1.1 t'1.. _, -
,•A T ..SC (V L ! ri•! •� 4r .Y\� t, i ` ` - - .- - .t. _ _ - - - v3r\J ,trrtii i /y/ i r ! < i sr �• -
,�.'f
... ,y 3:,'1 ,(• � � � - �!� vf•. /�. . -s�srcli ti'tf!- t v -!� \ , �r� _ _ - _ . _ _ - _ _ ._ c r♦ ♦ t'\ t c�<��'i ♦ a ti�tfs _ _ _
. !
12 ar crt>-Jr %i� r
i r� 'J�. s'!`r\ ♦ `i1Jt/� The �eoaratron C! tMe met)•was finance- in Dart Nrough
a grant orowaea by me North Cardma Coastal
�. \ :' ♦ . Management Progratine ffi it Act 'ones ornwdee by ea .50 .7 5 1 .0 1.50 1
Coastal Zone Managemer Act of 1972. as amenaee. 0 .
- /• whim. s aaministerea oy the Office of Ocean and Coastal lV
�' WILSON Resrwree Management. National Oceanic and _
i �`�\, / • eav atmosonerkaenvnstation APPROXIMATE SCALE IN MILES /Vc2v 1
�✓ /• _ _ r! r Page 58

' In addition to the recreation and parks service area approach previously discussed, the
adequacy of Jacksonville's recreation and parks system can be examined through the utilization
' of additional national recreation standards. These standards are based on the acreage of park
sites and the number of facilities per capita.
' Table 23 provides a summary of Jacksonville's parks and recreation facilities and how they
compare to generally accepted national recreation standards. Although the existing demand
for new parks and recreation facilities has been provided based on the city's population
1 including and excluding Camp Lejeune personnel, recommendations included in this study will
be provided based solely on Jacksonville's civilian population. This determination was made
primarily because the military population is constantly fluctuating and the fact that the federal
government does not contribute toward the funding of the city's recreation and parks system.
However, it is important to stress that military personnel have access to the city's facilities and
' do impact the provision of services. Although military personnel tend to use base facilities
first, they . often frequent the city's parks. In addition, there is a considerable amount of
military participation in the city's adult athletic programs. It should also be noted that
although civilians may have access to military recreational facilities, if escorted by military
personnel, the presence of the base does not significantly complement the provision of
recreation and parks service to Jacksonville's civilian population.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 59

Table 23
Comparison of Jacksonville's Recreation and Parks Facilities to National Standards
STANDARDS FOR PARKS
Park Classification
Standard Acres
Jacksonville's
Existing Acreage Per
Existing Acreage Per
Additional Acreage
Additional Acreage
Per 1,000 People
Existing Acreage
1,000 Persons Including
1,000 Persons Excluding
Demand Including
Demand Excluding
Base Personnel (C)
Base Personnel (C)
Base Personnel*
Base Personnel*
Neighborhood Parks
3 ac
40 (B)
0.53 ac
1.00 ac
+185 ac
+80 ac
Community Parks
5 ac
32 ac
0.43 ac
0.80 ac
+343 ac
+168 ac
Large Urban Parks
(A)
182 ac
2.42 ac
4.54 ac
(A)
(A)
Total Recreation & Parks
10 ac
254 ac
3.33 ac
6.34 ac
+500 ac
+ 147 ac
(A) Since large urban parks generally serve on entire community standards for these parks have not been prescribed.
(B) Includes mini -park acreage
(C) Based on a base population of 35,000 and a city population of 40,069.
STANDARDS FOR SELECTED FACILITIES
Standard
Jacksonville's
Existing Facility Demand
Existing Facility Demand
Existing Facilities
Including Base Personnel**
Excluding Base Personnel**
Baseball
1 per 10,000 persons
3
+5
+ 1
League Softball
1 per 4,000 persons
4
+ 15
+6
Practice Fields
1 per 3,000 persons
9
+ 16
+4
Youth Baseball Fields
1 per 3,000 persons
6
+19
+7
Tennis Courts
1 per 1,000 persons
15
+60
+25
Basketball Goals
1 per 500 persons
38 (18 of which are indoor)
+112
+42
Football/Soccer
1 per 6,000 persons
12
+ 1
+0
Amphitheaters
1 per 20,000 persons
0
+4
+2
Swimming
900 square feet per 1,000 persons
0
+67,562 square feet
+36,062 square feet
*These columns represent the number of additional park acres the city currently needs to serve its existing population.
**These columns represent the number of additional facilities the city currently needs to serve its existing population.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 60

Table 23 indicates that based on Jacksonville's existing population of 40,069 (excluding Camp
Lejeune) and national parks standards, there should be an existing demand for an additional
147 acres of parkland in Jacksonville. Although there appears to be a seemingly high demand
for additional neighborhood and community parks, it should be noted that this demand is
partially met by the city's large urban parks, Northeast Creek and Jacksonville Commons.
In addition, in the provision of neighborhood and community parks, accessibility and location
in relation to residential development is far more important in terms of providing adequate
service than total acreage. This is due to the fact that by definition, a park cannot be
considered a "neighborhood" or "community" park if it is not accessible to a residential area.
Table 23 also indicates that the number of each of Jacksonville's facilities (baseball fields,
tennis courts, basketball goals, etc), with the exception of football/soccer fields excluding the
base personnel, falls short of the per capita national standards. This should not be alarming
because the national facility standards utilized in this study were developed in 1983 by the
National Recreation and Parks Association and published in the Recreation, Parks and Open
Space Standards and Guidelines. This publication was intended to provide national guidelines
which could serve as an expression of reasonableness and adequacy with respect to quality
service delivery. However, these guidelines reflected professional judgement, rather than an
assessment of community needs, and no two communities are the same. In addition, most
communities have found the national guidelines impossible to meet. While Jacksonville's
facilities do not meet national standards, this situation should be acceptable because
Jacksonville is unique in its geographical, cultural, social, economic and environmental
characteristics which make the application of a national standard unrealistic.
The provision of tennis courts in Jacksonville provides a good example of how an individual
community's needs might be completely different from recommended standards. Historically,
interest in tennis and the use of the city's tennis courts has not been in as high demand as other
types of facilities. As a result, the City of Jacksonville may better serve the community by
striving toward the national standard for soccer fields than for tennis courts. Another example
which is not particularly unique to Jacksonville is the provision of outdoor basketball courts.
Basketball courts have dropped in priority in many communities because they often provide
a setting for crime and drug related activity. As a result, many basketball goals throughout
eastern North Carolina have been removed and the construction of new courts curbed.
Therefore, the pursuit of meeting national recreation standards should not take the place of
common sense and recognizing the needs of the community.
Although it is also difficult to compare Jacksonville's recreation and parks facilities to other
communities, again due to its uniqueness, Table 20 on page 45 illustrated that among eastern
North Carolina communities Jacksonville's existing facilities compare more favorably. In
' actuality, the comparison of Jacksonville's facilities to other eastern North Carolina
communities is probably more meaningful than a comparison to national recreation standards.
However, a ranking of park and facilities demand has been provided in Table 24 based on the
data included in Table 23. Again, it should be stressed that this ranking is based on demand
as determined by National Recreation Standards and might not actually correspond to
' Jacksonville's situation and preferences.
I
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 61

Table 24
'
Priority Ranking of Required Facilities and Parks
Based on National Parks and Recreation Standards
,
Parks
Facilities
,
Priority Ranking:
Priority
Ranking:
(1) Community Parks
(1)
Swimming*
(2) Neighborhood Parks
(2)
Basketball Goals
(3) Large Urban Parks
(3)
Tennis
(4)
Youth Baseball Fields
(5)
League Softball
'
(6)
Practice Fields
(7)
Amphitheater
(8)
Baseball
'
(9)
Football/Soccer
*The demand for swimming pools is based on square feet unlike the remaining facilities that ,
are based on number of facilities. Therefore, it is difficult to rank swimming pools. It was
ranked Is` because there is a significant demand and the city does not currently operate any
swimming facilities. t
ANALYSIS OF CAMP LEHUNE AND MCAS NEW RIVER'S '
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Although military personnel use on -base recreational facilities first, if these facilities are not '
adequate military personnel will go off -base to meet their needs. As a result, an analysis of
on -base recreational facilities is necessary to determine military personnel's propensity to use '
the City of Jacksonville's facilities. Table 25 provides an analysis of Camp Lejeune and
MCAS New River's recreational facilities based on recommended national standards. It
should be noted that this is not a complete list of on -base facilities because national standards I
do not exist for all of the facilities present on -base.
Table 25 '
Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River's Existing Demand for Additional Facilities
Camp Lejeune's
'
Camp Lejeune's
Additional Facility
Standard
Existing Facilities*
Demand
Baseball
1 per 10,000 persons
6 or 1.7 per 10,000 persons
N/A
League Softball
1 per 4,000 persons
15 or 1.7 per 4,000 persons
N/A
'
Practice Fields
1 per 3,000 persons
51 or 4.4 per 3,000 persons
N/A
Tennis Courts
1 per 1,000 persons
50 or 1.4 per 1,000 persons
N/A
,
Basketball Goals
1 per 500 persons
30 or .42 per 500 persons
+40
Football/Soccer**
1 per 6,000 persons
11 or 1.9 per 6,000 persons
N/A
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 62

' Camp Lejeune's
Camp Lejeune's Additional Facility
Standard Existing Facilities* Demand
' Swimming 900 sq. ft. per 1,000 7 pools totaling 36,000 sq.
persons ft. or 1,029 sq. ft. per
1,000 persons
' *Based on an average military population of 35,000 persons.
**The Camp Lejeune MWR Department refers to these areas as multipurpose fields.
' N/A: Not applicable. Based on National Recreation Standards this type of facility is adequate to serve the
population.
Source: Camp Lejeune MWR Department.
According to Table 25, all of Camp Lejeune/MCAS New River's recreational facilities exceed
1 the recommended national standards with the exception of the number of basketball goals. To
completely meet these standards, Camp Lejeune/MCAS New River would need to construct
40 additional basketball goals (20 full courts).
' In conclusion, it is not likely that military personnel would have a significant impact on
Jacksonville's recreational facilities as a result of any inadequacies in base facilities.
SHORELINE ACCESS SITES
' There are currently three shoreline access sites located within the City of Jacksonville. These
sites are located at Northeast Creek Park, Kerr Street Waterfront Park, and the joint city -
county New River Waterfront Park. All of these facilities were partially funded through
' Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) grants. Given the fact that the City of Jacksonville
includes extensive shoreline areas along the New River and Northeast Creek, it appears that
' this resource is significantly underutilized. Many of North Carolina's coastal counties and
municipalities have recognized the value of their coastal resources and the opportunities that
they present for recreation and tourism. As a result, the term eco-tourism has evolved which
is a form of tourism that primarily involves observing and exploring the natural history and
cultural resources of an area. While the city's three existing shoreline access sites are superb,
additional sites are necessary. It is recommended that Jacksonville increase access and
accessibility to its unique resources and promote eco-tourism for all to enjoy.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 63

' VI 1. FUTURE RECREATIONAL FACILITY NEEDS
' According to the City of Jacksonville's Draft 1996 Land Use Plan Update, which utilizes data
provided by the North Carolina Office of State Planning, the City's population may be
expected to reach 94,210 (figure includes Camp Lejeune personnel) by the year 2005.
' Assuming the military population at Camp Lejeune remains at approximately 35,000, the city
will need to plan its recreation and parks facilities so that they will be capable of serving a
civilian population of approximately 59,210 persons. To accommodate the recreational needs
' of approximately 19,000 new residents the city will need additional park acreage and facilities.
Table 26 has been taken from Jacksonville's Draft 1996 Land Use Plan Update and provides
population projections for Onslow County and its municipalities.
' Table 26
Summary of Projected Year -Round Population Growth 1995-2005
Onslow County
IYear -Round Population
Municipality/Area
1995
2000
2005
1) Holly Ridge
787
903
988
2) Jacksonville
75,069
86,106
94,210
3) North Topsail Beach
1,070
1,227
1,343
' 4) Richlands
1,268
1,454
1,591
5) Surf City (Part)
333
382
418
' 6) Swansboro 1,351 1,550 1,695
Total Municipalities 79,878 91,622 100,246
Total Unincorporated Areas 68,034 78,037 85,381
Total County 147.912 169.659 1 R5.6=
Source: City of Jacksonville's Draft 1996 Land Use Plan Update.
Note: Due to 1980-1995 annexations and unpredictable development patterns, indicated municipal
growth from 1995-2005 is based on the assumption that each municipality will retain its 1995
percentage of population relative to total county population throughout 1995-2005 (as opposed to
utilizing individual 1980-1995 municipal growth rates.
According to the North Carolina Office of State Planning, Onslow County may expect a
25.5 % increase in its population between 1995-2005. At this rate, the Onslow County
population would reach 185,627 persons by the year 2005. In 1995, the City of Jacksonville's
' population was equal to 50.8 % of the county's total population. Assuming the city will retain
its 1995 percentage of total county population in 2005, 94,210 persons will reside within the
corporate limits of Jacksonville. This amounts to a numerical increase of 19,141 persons
during the ten-year period.
Table 27 provides a summary of parks and facilities demand based on national standards and
' the population projections provided in Table 26.
' City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 64

Table 27
Demand for Additional Park Acreage and Facilities
STANDARD FOR PARKS
Standard Acres
Existing
Per 1,000
Acreage
Additional Year 2000
Additional Year 2005
Total Additional Acreage
Cumulative Acreage Demand
Park Classification
People
Demand*
Acreage Demand (B)
Acreage Demand (C)
Demand Year 2000-2005
Through the Year 2005
Neighborhood Parks
3 ac
+80
+33 ac
+24 ac
+57 ac
+137
Community Parks
5 ac
+ 168
+55 ac
+41 ac
+96 ac
+264
Large Urban Parks
(A)
(A)
(A)
(A)
(A)
(A)
Total Recreation & Parks
10 ac
+ 147
+ 110 ac
+81 ac
+ 191 ac
+338
STANDARD FOR SELECTED FACILITIES
Additional Year 2000
Additional Year 2005
Total Additional
Cumulative Facility
Existing Facility
Facility Demand (B)
Facility Demand (C)
Facility Demand Year
Demand Through the
Standard
Demand *
2000-2005
Year 2005
Baseball
1 per 10,000 persons
+ 1
+ 1
+ 1
+2
+3
League Softball
1 per 4,000 persons
+6
+3
+2
+5
+11
Practice Fields
1 per 3,000 persons
+4
+4
+3
+7
+11
Youth Baseball Fields
1 per 3,000 persons
+7
+4
+3
+7
+ 14
Tennis Courts
1 per 1,000 person
+25
+11
+8
+19
+44
Basketball Goals
1 per 500 person
+42
+22
+16
+38
+80
Football/Soccer
1 per 6,000 person
+0
+2
+1
+3
+3
Amphitheaters
1 per 20,000 person
+2
0
0
+1
+3
Swimming
900 square feet per
+36,062 square feet
+9,933 square feet
+7,294 square feet
+ 17,227 square feet
+53,289 square feet
1,000 persons
*These columns have been carried over from Table 23 on page 59 of this plan.
(A) Since large urban parks generally serve an entire community, standards for these parks have not been prescribed.
(B) Based on a citywide population increase of 11,037 persons
(C) Based on a citywide population increase of 8,104 persons.
Note: Demand has been based only on increases in Jacksonville's civilian population. For the purposes of this study it will be assumed that Camp Lejeune's population will remain at
approximately 35,000 persons.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 65
� i M M M M r M 0 M M M M r M M r M M

' Based on the population growth that has been forecast in Jacksonville, the city will need to
acquire 191 additional acres for parks and construct numerous additional facilities to meet the
' national standards. However, as previously discussed, these standards are to serve only as a
guideline and should be tailored to suit each individual community. In the case of
Jacksonville, based on patterns of recreational usage, there is a higher demand for softball
' fields, little league fields and soccer fields than for additional tennis and basketball courts.
As a result, it is in the best interest of Jacksonville's citizens for the city to strive toward
meeting the national standards for the facilities which the community demands and place less
' emphasis on the construction of facilities which are not in high demand. A prioritization of
needed facilities will be discussed in a latter section of this plan.
' VIII. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDED IN JACKSONVILLE'S 1986
RECREATION PLAN
tThe City of Jacksonville's 1986 Recreation Plan included facility recommendations by
Neighborhood Service Area and Service Area District. Following is a summary of the
' recommendations included in that plan and their current status.
Service Area Recommendations
' A Develop existing recreation land (Northwoods Park).
Status: Emphasis within service area A has been redirected to Woodlands
Park. Approximately 10 of the 32 total acres in Woodlands Park has been
developed. The development of the remaining 22 acres will continue to
be a priority.
B Acquire (through subdivision ordinance) a ±5 acre neighborhood park.
' Status: There is still a demand for a neighborhood park in this area.
However, the development of Jacksonville Commons has partially met
this need.
C Develop existing recreation land (Branchwood Park).
Status: Complete. However, there is still a demand for an additional
neighborhood park in this area.
' D Facilities adequate. Status: No change.
E Develop existing recreation land (Acorn Forest Park).
Status: No development has occurred at Acorn Forest Park and there is
no longer a demand to develop it. It has been recommended that the city
consider selling this property.
' F Facilities adequate. Status: No change.
G Facilities adequate. Status: No change.
H Develop existing recreation land (Foxhorn Village).
' Status: No development has occurred at Foxhorn Village Park and there
is no longer a demand to develop it. It has been recommended that the
city consider selling this property.
I Facilities adequate. Status: No change.
J Facilities adequate. Status: No change.
' City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 66

SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDED IN JACKSONVILLE'S 1986 '
RECREATION PLAN (CONTINUED)
K Acquire (through subdivision ordinance) a ±5 acre neighborhood park to
,
be situated so as to serve Service Area N as well.
Status: No progress and no change.
,
L Acquire a ±2 acre tract within area (abandoned school property between
end of Commerce Road and Piney Green Road).
Status: City Council chose not to acquire this parcel and it has since been
sold. The demand for a neighborhood park remains.
,
M Facilities adequate. Status: No change.
N (See K above).
O Complete development of Northeast Creek Park and develop indoor
neighborhood community center.
Status: Some progress made toward the continued development of the '
Northeast Creek Park including a jogging/fitness trail, picnic areas, and
additional parking. However, the full potential of this site has not been
reached and acreage for additional development is available. An indoor
neighborhood community center has not been developed and remains a
need in this service area.
SERVICE DISTRICT AREA LONG TERM RECOMMENDATIONS
NORTHWEST RECREATION SERVICE DISTRICT:
1. Develop Northwoods Park. ,
2. Enter into agreement with Onslow. County School Board whereby facilities of each of the four
schools within the area may be utilized on a firm basis.
3. Develop gymnasium within this area (within 10 year period if continued growth is sustained).
STATUS:
1. Emphasis within service area A has been redirected to Woodlands Park. Continued ,
development of Woodlands Park will remain a priority.
2. Complete. The City of Jacksonville and Onslow County schools have agreed to use each '
others facilities as long as the host entity's existing programs are not interfered with. The
specifics of this arrangement are reached on an annual basis.
3. No longer relevant. This need is currently being met through the use of school facilities.
NORTHEAST RECREATION SERVICE DISTRICT: '
1. Acquire and develop a ±25 acre recreation area with gymnasium by 1991 (estimate provided ,
by Recreation Director states that such a facility should be 11,000 square feet and would cost,
without land purchase, 550,000 in 1986 dollars).
I
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 67

SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDED IN JACKSONVILLE'S 1986
RECREATION PLAN (CONTINUED)
STATUS:
I
1. Complete. The city has acquired Jacksonville Commons and a gymnasium has been
constructed. Continued development at Jacksonville Commons will remain a priority.
ICENTRAL RECREATION SERVICE DISTRICT:
1. Maintain existing facilities.
ISTATUS:
' 1. Ongoing.
EAST RECREATION SERVICE DISTRICT-
1 . Develop an indoor neighborhood center.
' STATUS:
1. No progress. The demand for an indoor neighborhood center in this district remains. This
is especially significant because there are no school sites in this district.
AREAS OF CONCERN AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
' ADVERTISEMENT OF EXISTING FACILITIES: It is recommended that the Recreation and Parks
Commission establish guidelines which encourage the scheduling of special events in lesser -known
parks throughout the city and, further, that the Commission suggest policy regarding the advertisement
of public activities within these parks.
STATUS. Ongoing. The city's Recreation and Parks Department has events at all of its parks and
advertisement is conducted via television, radio, and newspaper. The introduction of public access
cable television has largely met the demand for additional advertising present in 1986.
' USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES: It is recommended that formal contracts for city use of school
facilities be entered into by the City of Jacksonville City Council and the Onslow County School
' Board and, further, that the city make no significant improvements to any facility which is neither
owned by the city nor granted life -time rights to by execution of the aforementioned contract.
' STATUS: Complete. The City of Jacksonville and Onslow County Schools have agreed to use each
others facilities as long as the host entity's existing programs are not interfered with. The specifics
of this arrangement are reached on an annual basis.
' ACQUISITION OF PARK LANDS: It is recommended that the Recreation and Parks Commission
provide guidelines which aggressively seek the expansion of recreation lands within those areas of the
city currently in need of such lands and that the Commission make annual progress reports to the City
Council.
' City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 68

SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS INCLUDED IN JACKSONVILLE'S 1986
RECREATION PLAN (CONTINUED)
STATUS: Ongoing.
PRIORITIZATION OF FACILITIES EXPANSION: It is recommended that City Council establish a
priority listing of needed recreation facilities and that this listing be used to guide budgeting and
property acquisition over the coming five years.
STATUS: Ongoing.
USE OF RECREATION FEES -IN -LIEU OF LAND MONIES: It is recommended that fees -in -lieu of
land dedication be utilized throughout the city in the development and/or acquisition of Service
District Area Parks.
STATUS: Ongoing.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 69

1 IX. POTENTIAL PROPERTIES FOR ACQUISITION/DEVELOPMENT
DISCUSSION OF DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
1. CONTINUED DEVELOPMENT OF JACKSONVILLE COMMONS: In Jacksonville
Commons, the City of Jacksonville has a recreational asset which most municipalities are not
fortunate enough to possess. A total of 83.9 acres of the site have been committed to
recreational development. While the complex has been classified as a community park earlier
in this document, it should be developed as a sports complex. A sports complex consolidates
heavily programmed athletic fields and associated facilities at a larger site which is
strategically located in the community. This allows for:
• Economies of scale and higher quality facilities.
• Improved management/scheduling.
' • Improved control of facility use.
• Greater control of negative impacts to neighborhood and community parks,
' such as overuse, noise, traffic congestion, parking, and domination of facilities
by those outside the neighborhood.
' A sports complex should be developed to accommodate the specific needs of user groups and
athletic associations based on demands and program offerings. Where possible, school -park
sites should be used for youth athletics such as T-ball, soccer, and flag football, to minimize
' duplication of facilities. Athletic fields are a good example of the multiple use concept in park
facility grouping. The fields can be used for a variety of sports so as to accommodate more
participants. Also, the facility can be scheduled more heavily than a single use facility.
Sports complexes include fields and courts for softball, soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball,
and racquetball. The entire Jacksonville Commons site includes: elementary, middle, and
high school sites adjacent to and east of the recreational facilities. This arrangement will
allow for the cooperative sharing of facilities.
Jacksonville Commons satisfies the accepted locational and size criteria for a sports complex.
A sports complex should be located within reasonable and equal driving distance from
populations served. Locating them adjacent to non-residential land uses is preferred.
' Buffering (topographic breaks, vegetation, etc.) should be used where facilities are located
adjacent to residential areas. Sites should be accessible from major thoroughfares. Direct
access through residential areas should be avoided. Given that athletic facilities will likely be
' used for league play and tournaments, access routes from outside the community should also
be considered. The site should be easily accessible by way of interconnecting trails, as well.
A site should be a minimum of 40 acres, with 80 to 150 acres being optimal.
' Sports complexes are intended for programmed athletic use, such as adult organized softball,
little league baseball, tournaments, etc. Sports complexes increase tourism, drawing both
' tournament participants and spectators. A menu of potential facilities includes ballfields,
' City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 70

soccer fields, football fields, outdoor and indoor skating rinks, tennis courts, play structures, '
hardcourts, and volleyball courts. Internal trails should provide access to all facilities as well
as connection to the pathway system. Group picnic areas and shelters should also be ,
considered. Support facilities should include multipurpose buildings, restrooms, and common
space.
Parking lots should be provided as necessary to accommodate participants and spectators.
Lights should be used for security, safety, and lighting facilities as appropriate. Field lighting
should not be located so as to create a nuisance to nearby residents. '
The ultimate development of the Jacksonville Commons is depicted on Map 22. At full
development, the site should include the following: '
• Approximately 460 paved parking spaces
• Four little league baseball fields
,
• Four softball fields
• 18,000 SF Recreation Center with gymnasium, senior citizens center, and
administrative offices.
'
• Three general playground areas
• Eight tennis courts
• Five picnic shelters
'
• Shuffleboard courts
• One volleyball court
• Lake/water element
,
• Pedestrian trail
• All -America Park/Park of the States
• Open space/wetland areas
,
The Jacksonville Commons facility will provide a diverse, yet integrated recreational facility '
which will include both active and passive recreational opportunities. Several components of
the Commons' design require individual discussion.
The Park of the States will provide both passive recreational and educational opportunities.
The park will be located at the entrances to the Commons off of Western Boulevard.
Development of the facility will be a public/private sector joint venture. As of February, '
1998, citizens had contributed approximately $50,000 to the development of the park. The
park will be landscaped in the shape of the United States with walkways along the state
borders. A design theme will be developed to represent each of the 50 states. It is anticipated '
that this facility will generate both local and regional interest and will serve as one of the
city's tourist attractions.
A lake or pond has been constructed adjacent to Commons Drive in front of the Recreation '
Center parking lot. It is anticipated that this will afford opportunities for classes in water
oriented sports including but not limited to canoeing and fishing. '
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 71

9
PROPERTY OWNER
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
u
0 ISO 300 600
r;
LEGEND
I,IAP INFO. SIGN
• PICNIC TABLE
PICNIC SHELTER
......... FUTURE ADDITIONS
PATHS
1 PLAYGROUND
PROPERTY OWNER
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
FUTURE
TCi'
•��• :p �•°• BURDIMO
� ;va
BUILDIN
ricmu .ram
IVTURE + 1 y
PIQr IPLAYCRWNDI
rrrrr•••�����11111
SHELTER
MARINE CHEVROLET
CAR DEALERSHIP
-{��f., �,r % rovuTSR0t4401
••,l CR iR1 L
OCE \\�,•,r�,
COCCUFTT.EUDAR
rgrprrri.f ��� D �URT6
,: f �e�s��a�j O {'uvcRovno
RECREATION \
CENTER
PROPERTY OWNER:
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
PAW40
PICNIC
PROPERTY OWNER
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
PC=
FUTunE sOFTOALL
FiEw
i�
PROPERTY OWNER
ONSLOW COUNTY SCHOOLS
1•
I
JACKSONVILLE
COMMONS
FUTURE COCPERATIVE
PROPERTY SHARE
r,hr•.. Q
l..m,ua...
� RE W-MALL
FIELD
�_ COMMONS DRIVE SOUTH
MAP 22
JACKSONVILLE COMMONS
ULTIMATE DEVELOPMENT
The preparation of this map was financed in
part through a grant provided by the North
Carolina Coastal Management Program,
through funds provided by the Coastal Zone
Management Act of 1972, as amended, which
is administered by the Office of Ocean and
Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Page 72

2. ACQUISITION/DEVELOPMENT OF THE GEORGETOWN AREA SHORELINE:
Concurrent with the preparation of this plan, the City of Jacksonville central business district
revitalization organization BOLD (Bettering Our Local Downtown) was preparing a
comprehensive plan for waterfront and central business district redevelopment. That plan may
address development alternatives for both the eastern and western shorelines of the New
' River. The western shoreline, in particular, is an underutilized area which may offer multiple
shoreline access opportunities. It is recommended that once adopted, the BOLD
organization's comprehensive plan should be considered a functional extension of this plan.
' Thus, it is intended that the recommendations in BOLD's comprehensive plan be supported
by this recreation and shoreline access plan.
' 3. DEVELOPMENT OFA SMALL BOAT RAMP/WATER ACCESS ON THE NEW RIVER
IN THE VICINITY OF THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT. • The New River Waterfront
' Park (River Walk) includes a concrete double ramp boat launch. This facility was designed
to accommodate trailer transported power boats. In addition, the city should provide a small
boat landing facility for canoe and kayak style boats in the vicinity of the Central Business
' District. It is recommended that a small boat ramp be provided at Phillips Park on Chaney
Creek. This area is sheltered from the wind and is not accessible by larger motorized boats.
The Phillips Park launch could provide the western terminus of a canoe trail. The
' Jacksonville Trails and Greenway Master Plan recommends establishment of a canoe trail
connecting some of the city's waterfront parks.
' The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation recognizes established hiking, bicycle,
and canoe trails. To be recognized, the trails have to be marked, ten miles or less in length,
and a brochure has to be prepared by the local government to map and publicize the trial. A
' canoe trail would provide an additional regional attraction for the City of Jacksonville.
The trail should extend from Chaney Creek east along the New River to Northeast Creek
' where it would terminate at the existing boat ramp at Northeast Creek Park. The Jacksonville
Trails and Greenways Master Plan recognizes a 2 '/z mile canoe trail on Northeast Creek
(originating at Lejeune Boulevard and terminating at Piney Green Road) which provides access
' to a pristine riparian environment. The trail would connect with existing CAMA funded
shoreline access facilities at the River Walk and Ken Street Waterfront Parks. The entire trail
would be approximately eight miles in length. This would provide an inexpensive way for the
tcity to emphasize or highlight its river and shoreline areas which are currently underutilized.
' 4. CONTINUED RIVER WALK AREA DEVELOPMENT.- As previously stated in the
discussion of the Georgetown area shoreline, the BOLD organization was preparing a
Waterfront and Central Business District Revitalization plan concurrent with the preparation
of this plan. The revitalization plan will address improvement along the New River shoreline
including the River Walk area. However, it is recommended that a wooden boardwalk
extension of the River Walk be constructed along the eastern shore of the New River
' extending north of the US 17 New River Bridge. This shoreline area includes extensive
estuarine wood wetlands. Such wetland walkways have attracted substantial local and regional
interest in several eastern North Carolina communities including Windsor and Columbia.
' City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 73

It would be preferable to construct the walkway underneath the US 17 bridge. However, the '
North Carolina Department of Transportation may object to such a right-of-way
encroachment. Thus, a pedestrian connection may have to be provided across US 17 via a
pedestrian crosswalk.
5. DEVELOPMENT OFADDITIONAL NEIGHBORHOOD, COMMUNITY, AND LARGE '
URBAN PARKS. Page 55 of this plan includes a delineation of the areas within Jacksonville
which are deficient in neighborhood parks. These areas are depicted on Map 21 and are
generally described as follows: '
• East of Marine Boulevard and Western Boulevard intersection.
• Brynn Marr area between Western Boulevard and Northeast Creek. '
• Northwest of Marine Boulevard between Western Boulevard Extension and
Drummer Kellum Road. Specifically, the Foxhorn Village and Sunset Acres
subdivision.
• Northwest of Marine Boulevard between Onslow Drive and Gum Branch Road.
With few exceptions, these areas have been previously subdivided. Thus, the city cannot rely '
on the recreation and open space dedication provisions of its subdivision ordinance. While
located outside of existing park service areas, two of the deficient areas do have some ,
reasonable access to park facilities without having to cross a major thoroughfare. The areas
east of the Marine Boulevard and Western Boulevard intersection and northwest of Marine
Boulevard between Onslow Drive and Gum Branch Road are relatively isolated from existing '
park facilities. However, the area east of the Marine Boulevard and Western Boulevard
intersection is adjacent to large undeveloped areas. It is recommended that as these adjacent
undeveloped areas are subdivided, emphasis be placed on eliminating this deficiency through '
implementation of the city subdivision recreation and open space requirements. In addition,
the subdivision ordinance should provide park lands in the vacant areas of the city and its
extraterritorial jurisdiction as subdivision of land for residential purposes occurs. The I
following provides a summary of the 1998 Subdivision Ordinance requirements:
"When a tract is subdivided for residential purposes, the subdivider shall dedicate a portion of such '
land for the purpose of park, recreation, and/or open space in accordance with the following
requirements.
1. Area required. The minimum area to be dedicated shall be determined by the following '
formula:
Total Average family .008 acres/ density '
number of X size, last X person X multiplier
lots official census '
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 74

' Average acres/lot Density multipliers
' .0-.1 1.2
.1-.2 1.0
.2-.3 0.9
' .3-.5 0.7
.5-.99 0.5
' 2. Standards. The proposed park, recreation, or open space must be considered by the city to
be usable for the required purpose, shall abut or have adequate access to a public street, shall
' ordinarily consist of no more than one-half floodplain, wetlands, severe slopes, or otherwise
restricted lands, and may be outside the area being subdivided if sufficiently close to serve the
area. When the area includes a planned community recreation site, the dedication shall help
' establish the planned facility.
3. Acceptance, Maintenance, Development. The city reserves the right to accept, develop, and
' maintain the dedicated park, recreation, or open space in accordance with its determination
of public needs.
' 4. Payments in Lieu of Dedication. When the area to be provided would be less than one acre,
the subdivider may be required to make a contribution to a park/recreation/open space reserve
fund to help provide recreation or open space for the additional residences being developed.
' The contribution shall be equal to the value of the raw land which would be required under
the area requirement formula (if the subdivider and city cannot agree on the amount, the
amount shall be set by the county tax assessor or a qualified appraiser). Subdividers who
' would be required to dedicate at least one acre may make a contribution in lieu of land
dedication with the approval of the city.
' S. Private Recreation Alternative. Subdividers may provide equivalent private recreation space
and/or facilities to meet the needs of the area being developed. Such areas and/or facilities
shall be approved by the city and such approval subdivision of such land before such plat has
been approved by such municipal body and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds
of Onslow County shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and the description by metes and bounds
in the instrument of transfer or other document used in the process of selling or transferring
shall not exempt the transaction from such penalties. The municipality, through its City
Attorney or other official designated by its City Council, may enjoin such transfer or sale by
action for injunction." (For complete requirements, the City of Jacksonville Subdivision
Ordinance should be consulted).
' As park lands are developed, emphasis should be placed on the development of additional
community parks first and neighborhood parks second. Through 2005, there is a cumulative
' acreage demand for 264 acres of community parks and 137 acres of neighborhood parks based
on National Recreation Standards. However, if the city simply sustains its existing ratio of
facilities per 1,000 population (neighborhood parks 1.0 acre per 1,000 population and
' community parks 0.8 acre per 1,000 population), an additional 19 acres of neighborhood park
and 15 acres of community park lands would be required by 2005. In comparison with other
eastern North Carolina communities, these are far more realistic acreage objectives.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 75

Finally, in order to accommodate the facility needs which have been identified, the city will '
need to develop an additional large urban park/sports complex. It would be desirable for this
to be done in concert with the construction of a future school. ,
6. RECREATIONAL POTENTIAL OF THE WILSONBA YSEWA GE TREATMENT PLANT
SITE: With the completion of the City of Jacksonville's land application waste water treatment ,
plant in 1998, utilization of the city's Wilson Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) was
no longer necessary. This 27.61 acre site, which is delineated on Map 23, has become surplus
property. Originally, this site was largely coastal and 404 wetlands. However, much of the ,
site was filled prior to the adoption of current regulations which prohibit the filling of most
coastal wetlands. With the removal of the abandoned sewage treatment plant, the property has
become a valuable asset which should not be taken lightly by the city. I
The site is largely surrounded by residential areas. During the 1997 hurricanes Fran and
Bertha, much of the site and the nearby residential areas were flooded. Similar flooding may ,
be expected in the future. All except the central portion of the site would be inundated by a
Category 3 hurricane and much of the site would be inundated by a Category 2 hurricane.
Thus, the site may not be suitable for many types of development. '
The Wilson Bay WWTP site would provide the opportunity for the development of a
significant shoreline recreational facility. Most likely the city will not have an opportunity '
to acquire another shoreline site of comparable size and quality. If the site is disposed of by
the city, it will be lost forever.
It is strongly recommended that the city retain the site for development of a shoreline '
gY Y P
recreational facility. The property should be developed as a recreational educational facility ,
focusing on the estuarine shoreline and the estuarine environment. Some of the site should
be converted to its original wetlands condition. The existing laboratory and administrative
offices building should be renovated for use as a nature center. The site affords an excellent '
opportunity for the development of a summer day camp program focusing on the estuarine
environment. Development of the Wilson Bay WWTP site as a nature center will enhance the
Jacksonville shoreline and provide an attraction which will generate both local and regional
interest.
1
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 76

WILSON BAY
G
The preparation of this map was financed in
part through a grant provided by the North
Carolina Coastal Management Program,
through funds provided by the Coastal Zone
Management Act of 1972, as amended, which
is administered by the Office of Ocean and
Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

X. PRIORITIES FOR FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT
1. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE 199812003 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM: In
January/February, 1998, the City of Jacksonville Recreation Department staff and Recreation
Advisory Committee prepared a five year (1998-2003) recreation capital improvement
' program (CIP) for submission to the City Council. This CIP prioritizes the city's recreation
expenditures for the next five years. The following summarizes the five year CIP.
Rank Project Reason Budget
1
Jacksonville Commons
Playground, Picnic Area, Adult
$550,000
'
Ball Fields & All America Park
2
Woodlands Park
Continue Development of
$425,469
3
Commons Gymnasium
Regional Park
Bleachers for Gymnasium
$190,000
4
Commons Gymnasium
Sound Improvements for
$25,000
Gymnasium
5
Northeast Creek Park
Phase II Development
$750,000
6
US 17/Downtown Trail
Pave Section of US 17/
$80,000
'
Downtown Trail
7 Jacksonville Commons Storage Building $30,000
' 8 Wilson Bay Park Major Renovations to Park $200,000
9 Swimming Pool Construct Swimming Pool to $1,250,000
' Provide a Swimming Program
for Community
' 10 Skateboard Park Provide Safe Environment for $75,000
Skateboarding
11 Brynn Marr Area Indoor Recreation Facility $1,500,000
Implementation of the five year CIP will eliminate a portion of the existing facility deficiencies
through the addition of the following:
• Two Adult Softball Fields (Jacksonville Commons)
• Two Soccer Fields (Woodlands Park)
• Four Basketball Courts (Two outdoor full courts)
• Swimming Pool
' • Brynn Marr Area Indoor Facility
The construction of the Brynn Marr area indoor facility would aid in eliminating one of the
' identified park service area deficiencies. If possible, the Brynn Marr facility should be
constructed on a site which will be large enough to afford some opportunities for outdoor
recreational facilities. Thereby, allowing the facility to more adequately provide the
' recreational options normally offered by a neighborhood park.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 78

It is strongly recommended that the CIP be revised to include funds to accomplish a design '
study for development of the Wilson Bay WWTP as a nature center and funds to initiate
construction. It is expected that development of the site will evolve over a long range period '
of time. Establishment of a nature center at the Wilson Bay WWTP site will offer
opportunities for the city to be a participant in the evolving "eco-tourism" industry. The
following summarizes the benefits of recreational development of the site: I
• Preservation of the Jacksonville shoreline.
• Prohibition of development in a flood hazard area. '
• Establishment of an educational/recreational nature center.
• Development of a facility which will generate regional attention for
Jacksonville. '
• Through the support of tourism, create a positive economic impact for the city.
• Re-establish estuarine wetland areas.
• Enhance the city's estuarine environment. I
The five year CIP addresses implementation of the city's trails system through construction
of the US 17/Downtown Trail. This is the top trail priority for the city. The following
identifies the top seven trail priorities:
1.
US 17/Downtown Rail -Trail
2.
Northeast Creek Trail
3.
4.
Country Club Trail
Lejeune Access Rail -Trail - along Lejeune Blvd.
'
5.
Powerline Trail - Northwest Jacksonville to Downtown
6.
7.
Powerline Trail - Southeast Jacksonville to US 17
Western Boulevard
The entire trails system is identified in Appendix I. '
2. 2005 FACILITY DEMAND: The 2005 facility demand should be based on a
combination of the National Standards, the eastern North Carolina average, and assessment ,
of local demand. In addition, in some cases, school facilities may be considered because of
joint use agreements. Table 28 summarizes the facility needs through 2005 with adjustments
made for school facilities and improvements proposed by the 1998/2003 CIP.
Table 28
2005 Facility Needs
City Population (Excluding Base Population)
Jacksonville School
CIP
'
Existing Facilities Facilities
Improvements
Unmet Need
Baseball 1 2
0
1**
League Softball 3 1
2
9*
Practice Fields 4 5
0
0**
Youth Baseball Fields 4 2
0
3**
,
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 79

11
Table 28 (continued)
Jacksonville School CIP
Existing Facilities Facilities Improvements Unmet Need
Tennis Courts
15
6
0
6**
Basketball Goals
24
14
8
19 goals or
8 full courts**
Football/Soccer
5
7
2
1 *
Swimming Pools
0
0
1
1 *
*National Parks and Recreation Standard (Table 27)
**Eastern North Carolina Standard (Table 20)
As Table 28 indicates, with the exception of softball fields and basketball goals, the city's
recreational facility needs will be minimal in 2005. This assumes that continued use of school
facilities will be possible. A deficiency of six tennis courts is indicated based on the Eastern
North Carolina Standard. Application of the National Tennis Court Standard would result in
a 2005 deficiency of 23 courts. However, tennis has not commanded the attention in
Jacksonville that it has in other communities. Therefore, the identified six tennis court
deficiency is not a concern. While there is a nineteen goal deficiency for basketball goals, this
is also considered insignificant. In fact, the trend in eastern North Carolina has been to
decrease the number of outdoor basketball courts. Youth baseball and softball have been
widely supported in Jacksonville by youths and adults, respectively. The addition of softball
and little league baseball fields should be the city's top facility priority after implementation
of the five year CIP.
3. LONG RANGE PRIORITIES: The 1998 to 2003 long range priorities are established
' by the five year CIP. It is recommended that the following priorities be adopted for 2004-
2005 and beyond.
1. Add two softball fields at Jacksonville Commons and complete all Jacksonville
Commons improvements. (Estimated cost: Softball-$35,000, or $75,000 with
lights per field; Baseball-$40,000, or $95,000 with lights per field. Cost does
' not include land acquisition and grading. An estimated cost of the remaining
improvements at Jacksonville Commons must be determined at a later date.)
' 2. Initiate development of the Wilson Bay WWTP as a nature center including
design study. (Estimated cost: $400,000)
' 3. Provide small boat access at Phillips Park and establish a canoe trail (Phillips
Park to Northeast Creek Park). (Estimated cost: $10,000)
' 4. Secure a site for a second sports complex facility (80 acre minimum, co -located
with a school site). (Estimated cost: $400,000)
' City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 80

5. Construct additional softball and baseball fields. (Estimated cost: Softball- '
$35,000, or $75,000 with lights per field; Baseball-$40,000, or $95,000 with
lights per field. Cost does not include land acquisition and grading.) '
6. As subdivision of residential property occurs, utilize the city's subdivision
ordinance to secure additional neighborhood park sites. '
7. Extend the River Walk north along the eastern shoreline of the New River.
8. Continue development of the city-wide trails system. (Cost to be determined)
9. Acquire additional sites for community park development (approximately four '
sites totaling 168 acres). (Estimated cost per site: $210,000)
10.. Construct additional soccer field(s). (Estimated cost: $5,000 per field, cost
does not include land acquisition.)
11. Construct a swimming pool (assumes one is constructed 1998-2003). '
(Estimated cost: $1,250,000)
12. Construct additional tennis courts. (Estimated cost per court: $20,000, cost '
does not include land acquisition.)
4. URBAN WATERFRONT REDEVELOPMENT, HOUSE BILL 1059: In 1997, the North '
Carolina General Assembly adopted House Bill 1059, which addresses urban waterfront
redevelopment. The following provides the text of the bill. '
Permits for Urban Waterfront Redevelopment in Historically Urban Areas
(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any person may apply to '
the Commission for a permit for major development granting
permission to use the person's land for a non -water dependent use that
is otherwise prohibited by rules, standards, or limitations prescribed by
the Commission, or orders issued by the Commission, pursuant to this
Article. The procedure to apply for the permit shall be as provided by ,
G.S. 113A-119.
(b) Notwithstanding G.S. 113A-120(a), the Commission shall grant a '
permit for nonwater dependent development in public trust areas
designated pursuant to G.S. 113A-113(b)(5) if the following criteria are
met: '
(1) The land is waterfront property located in a municipality.
(2) The land has a history of urban -level development as evidenced by any ,
of the following:
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 81

F,
J
a. The land is a historic place that is listed, or has been
approved for listing by the North Carolina Historical
Commission in the National Register of Historic Places
pursuant to the National Historic Preservation Act of
1966.
b. The land is historical, archaeological, and other site
owned, managed, or assisted by the State of North
Carolina pursuant to Chapter 121 of the General
Statutes.
C. The land has a central business district zoning
classification, or any other classification that may be
designated as acceptable by the Commission.
(3) The proposed development is sponsored in part or in whole by the local
jurisdiction in which the development would be located for the purpose
of significantly increasing public access consistent with the Coastal
Area Management guidelines.
(4) The municipality in which the activity would occur has determined that
the development will not have a significant adverse impact on the
environment.
(5) The development as requested is consistent with a local urban
waterfront development plan, local development regulations, public
access plans, and other applicable local authority.
(c) Except as otherwise provided by this section, all other provisions of
this Article apply to a permit applied for under this section, including
the provisions of G.S. 113A-120 (bl) and (b2).
Section 2 G.S. 113A-120(bl) reads as rewritten:
(bl) In addition to those factors set out in subsection (a) of this section, and not
withstanding the provisions of subsection (b) of this section or of G.S. 113A-120.2,
the responsible official or body may deny an application for a permit upon finding that,
an applicant, or any parent or subsidiary corporation if the applicant is a corporation:
(1) Is conducting or has conducted any activity causing significant
environmental damage for which a major development permit is
required under this Article without having previously obtained such
permit or has received a notice of violation with respect to any activity
governed by this Article and has not complied with the notice within the
time specified in the notice;
(2) Has failed to pay a civil penalty assessed pursuant to this Article, a
local ordinance adopted pursuant to this Article, or Article 17 of
Chapter 113 of the General Statutes which is due and for which no
appeal is pending;
(3) Has been convicted of a misdemeanor pursuant to G.S. 113A-126, G.S.
113-229(k), or any criminal provision of a local ordinance adopted
pursuant to this Article; or
I
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 82

(4) Has failed to substantially comply with State rules or local ordinances '
and regulations adopted pursuant to this Article or with other federal
and state laws, regulations, and rules for the protection of the
environment.
It is emphasized to the reader that as of March, 1998, the North Carolina Division of '
Coastal Management was still resolving issues concerning the implementation of House Bill
1059. Thus, the information which follows is subject to change.
In order to implement House Bill 1059, a CAMA Major Permit is required. In ,
addition to the usual items required for a permit, the following must be submitted with a
permit application for urban waterfront redevelopment. '
1. A. Certification of Incorporation as a municipality; and
B.. Provide in the form of historic maps, photographs, or text the existence
of the site as an historic urban waterfront development.
C. Listing or approval as shown in the National Register of Historic Places
OR
Copy of agreement/acknowledgment that site is historical,
archaeological or other site owned, managed or assisted by the State of
'
NC (Chapter 121 of the General Statues).
OR
Copy of Zoning designation as a central business district or related
'
classification. A "central business district" designation usually
indicates a high -intensity commercial, office, service, and residential
area meeting needs of the city and surrounding areas. It is the mix of
'
uses which compose an urban area. Therefore, in lieu of a "CBD"
zoning designation, an historic urban area might be zoned for a variety
of uses (office, commercial, service, residential) within its core, even
'
though the "core" may be limited in size. The key element in "urban"
is the combination of uses in close proximity to one another.
2. A. A description of the nature of the relationship between the local
government and the project should be included. Is there financial
support? Is it in the form of a joint venture? A bond? etc. Support by
'
way of concurrence by the local governing body should be presented as
a referendum indicating that a public hearing was conducted which met
the requirements for hearings within the local jurisdiction, and that
'
following the public hearing a vote was taken.
B. A description and map of existing public waterfront access, including
,
auxiliary public (no -fee, free access) facilities such as restrooms, picnic
areas, fishing piers, boat ramps and docking facilities, and parking for
the designated urban waterfront area should be provided. In addition,
,
describe how the proposed project will increase public trust access in
the area. If the access requires patronage or a fee, please indicate.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 83

3. Local Consistency
See definitions above.
4. Plans
Urban water front development and public access plans are required. These
plans should include the following:
Urban Waterfront Development Plan:
-- Statement of vision, goals and policy for use of public trust waters,
estuarine shoreline and adjacent urban land areas.
-- Brief history of the local urban waterfront.
-- Inventory of existing conditions including land, water dependent and
non -water dependent structures along the estuarine shoreline and in
public trust waters.
-- Inventory of existing public access, both "sanctioned" and habitual.
-- Inventory of existing infrastructure serving the urban waterfront.
-- Growth projections and expected demands for the urban waterfront
area.
-- Proposed types of water dependent and types of non -water dependent
development in public trust waters.
-- Proposed types of development adjacent to public trust waters.
-- Proposed types and areas of public waterfront access.
-- Implementation recommendations, including capital cost commitments,
project phasing and an initial action agenda.
Public Access Plan: This is a plan for provision of access to the urban
waterfront for the purpose of such things as strolling, sightseeing, fishing, and
boarding a boat. It recognizes that the adjacent water body is an. important
aspect of the urban waterfront, and that viewing the water from a distance may
be as important to some citizens as walking the waterfront edge.
The public access plan should contain the following information, consistent
with the guidance found in NCAC 7M.0304(a)(2).
A public access plan should:
-- identify needs and opportunities,
-- determine access and facility requirements,
-- establish local standards, and
-- develop specific project design plans or guidelines by appropriate site.
A public access plan should consider:
i -- both financial resource availability (such as grants, impact fees or
hotel/motel tax revenues), and
-- construction timing.
i
iCity of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 84

A public access plan should establish local priorities and devise a system for '
annual evaluation of the plan.
Based upon the information available during the preparation of this plan, the '
City of Jacksonville does not support the implementation of House Bill 1059
within its planning jurisdiction. '
5. SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE PROVISIONS: It is recommended that the city's
subdivision ordinance be revised to incorporate the following shoreline access provisions:
The purpose of this section is to set forth certain regulations pertaining to land development
within the city, which regulations shall be in addition to all other applicable building,
subdivision, and other regulations established by any city provision. This section shall apply
to, and be enforced in, all areas of the city's planning jurisdiction, and no person shall develop
land anywhere in the city . except in conformity with this section and other applicable
regulations of the city.
Purpose. This section is enacted to insure that future land development within the city '
provides for public access to shoreline areas.
Requirements. As a condition of development, in all subdivisions adjacent to a shoreline and '
having two hundred (200) or more lots, the developer shall dedicate land, at the option of the
city, for public access at the time and according to the standards and formula in this section.
General Standard Formula. It is herebyfound and determined that the public interest ,
convenience, health, welfare, and safety require that public access to the shoreline areas be '
provided in each subdivision having two hundred (200) or more lots and being located
adjacent to a shoreline.
Determination of Land. The city shall determine whether to require public accessway '
dedication after consideration of the following:
a) Topography, geology, access, and location of land in the development available for '
dedication;
b) Location relative to residential population concentration; '
c) Size and shape of the development and land available for dedication;
d) The feasibility of dedication;
e) Availability and proximity of previously acquired public accessways; I
f) Consistency with the City of Jacksonville's Land Use Plan.
Credit for Private Accessway. Where private accessways are provided in a proposed '
development and such space is to be privately owned and maintained by the future residents
of the development, credit may be given against the requirement of public accessway
dedication. The city must find it in the public interest to do so and that all of the following '
standards are met:
i
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 85

C
1-1
a) The private ownership and maintenance of the accessway is adequately provided for
by recorded written agreement, conveyance or restrictions;
b) The perpetual use of the private accessway shall be restricted for accessway purposes
by recorded covenant, which runs with the land in favor of the future owners of
property and which cannot be deleted or eliminated without the consent of the city or
its successor;
c) The proposed private accessway is reasonably adaptable for use for public and
accessway purposes, taking into consideration such factors as size, shape, topography,
geology, access, and location;
d) Facilities proposed for the private accessway are in substantial accordance with the
provisions of this ordinance; and
e) The accessway for which credit is given meets accessway needs of all existing and
future residents of the area.
Procedure. In the case of a subdivision for which a plat is required to be recorded, as a
condition of preliminary plat approval, the developer shall agree in writing to dedicate public
access, at the option of the city, according to the standards and formula in this section. A
recommendation from the Planning Board shall be forwarded to the City Council.
At the time of approval of the preliminary subdivision plat, the city shall determine the public
accessway to be dedicated.
At the time of filing of the final subdivision plat, the developer shall dedicate the public
accessway.
Public Accessway Character and Development. Where a public accessway is required, it shall
be at least fifty (50) feet wide.
The run length of the public accessway shall be as long as necessary to run from the public
intertidal zone to the nearest improved public street right-of-way.
The location of the public accessway shall be at the discretion of the city with consideration
of the following:
a) The impact of the layout of the proposed development;
b) The length necessary to accomplish the purposes of this ordinance;
c) The preservation of unique or valuable natural or historic features; and
d) The need for access at regular intervals for public safety purposes.
Where a public accessway is required, it shall be developed with the following:
a) Access aisle between the nearest improved right -of way and the shoreline.
b) Directional signs indicating public beach/sound access.
c) Other reasonable improvements as determined appropriate and in the public interest
by the City Council.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 86

6. FUNDING SOURCES: Funding for recreational facilities including shoreline
development projects, shoreline access beautification, and shoreline restroom facilities, is
increasingly difficult to secure. Government resources have steadily dwindled during the ' 90s.
Federal funding of extensive municipal projects no longer exists. Development efforts are
,
forced to increasingly look at local government and private resources as the primary sources
of funding. This section will discuss the, funding resources available to Jacksonville for
comprehensive shoreline development. In order to implement a comprehensive shoreline
'
development plan, the city should pursue both shoreline access and non -shoreline access
funding. Potential sources of these funds are discussed separately.
'
1. Potential State and Federal Shoreline Access Funds
The number of state and federal agencies funding public access projects changes from
year to year, and so to a certain extent city officials will need to keep abreast of these changes
through regular contact with these agencies. In general, it is a well -recognized fact among
state/federal elected officials and employees that the demand for access to our coastal
,
shorelines continues to increase and as a result, local governments are looking to other
agencies to assist in bearing the cost of providing suitable facilities.
Agencies that provide assistance in the construction and/or acquisition of public access
projects include the Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Program, Land and Water
Conservation Fund, Civil Works Program, Marine Resources Commission Fishing Access
'
Program, Wildlife Resources Commission Boat Ramp Program, and Department of
Transportation Secondary Road Program.
'
a. Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Program
The Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access Program is administered by the
Division of Coastal Management in the Department of Environment, Health and
Natural Resources. The program makes funds available to local governments on a
matching basis for land acquisition and public access facility development. Some
examples include the construction of parking areas, restroom facilities, and
handicapped accessible accessways. Grant packages are normally available in March
of each year. In recent years, grants have averaged from approximately $38,000 to
$48,000. The local government contribution must be at least 25 % of the total cost.
,
Contact: Ms. Kathy Vinson
Division of Coastal Management
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Hestron Plaza II
151-B Highway 24
Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone: [phone] ,
b. Water Resources Development Grant Program
This program is administered by the Division of Water Resources in the Department '
of Environment, Health and Natural Resources. The program makes funds available
to local governments on a matching basis for general and recreational navigation, flood
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 87

J
control, drainage, stream restoration, beach protection, recreation, and aquatic weed
control. There are two funding cycles each year, with applications generally due by
January 1 and July 1. State funds are available for the non-federal share of the project
at the following participation level: navigation (80 %), recreational navigation (25
water management (66-2/3 %), stream restoration (66-2/3 %), beach protection (75
water based recreation (50 %), and control (50 %). Grants have averaged
approximately $32,000.
Contact: Mr. John Sutherland
Division of Water Resources
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
P.O. Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
C. Fishing Access Program
The Marine Resources Commission has a Fishing Access Program for the purpose of
increasing land -based fishing opportunities. The program makes funds available to
local governments on a 25 % local/75 % reimbursed matching basis for facilities such
as fishing piers, bulkheads with cantilevers, capping jetties, and catwalks on bridges.
Funds are available for projects on coastal waters under the jurisdiction of the Division
of Marine Fisheries, but not for inland waters. Initial inquiry is made by means of a
letter of notification of intent to apply to the Division of Marine Fisheries. Grants
have normally ranged from $10,000 to $40,000.
Contact: Mr. Murray Wolf
Division of Marine Fisheries
Department of Administration
P.O. Box 769
Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone: [phone]
d. Boat Ramp Program
The Wildlife Resources Commission has a Boat Ramp Program and makes technical'
assistance available to local governments for the purposes of constructing boat ramps
on either public property or on private property with at least a 20-year lease to the
Commission. The Wildlife Resources Commission will construct and maintain the
ramp; however, they have limited funds for constructing new ramps and are focusing
efforts on maintaining the launching areas they have previously constructed. In
' addition, priority projects are scheduled in advance for a two-year period. Sites for
possible consideration should be brought to the attention of Charles R. Fullwood,
Director of the Wildlife Resources Commission.
I
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 88

1
Contact: Mr. Don Tobaben '
Wildlife Resources Commission
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources '
P.O. Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone] '
e. Secondary Roads Program
The Department of Transportation's Secondary Road Program can be used for the ,
construction of public roads that would be added to the state's secondary road network.
One example of this type of project is the construction of a short access road to an
estuarine access site on the Newport River in Carteret County.
Contact: Mr. Jack Murdoch
Department of Transportation, Secondary Road
1 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone] '
f. Other Programs
Other state programs for land acquisition include the Division of Coastal ,
Management's Estuarine Sanctuary Program and Natural Areas Acquisition Program.
These programs are generally funded, and projects must meet state and federal criteria
and requirements. Usually, Division of Coastal Management staff establish acquisition
priorities; however, local efforts can bring potential projects to the attention of the
state. Examples of this include both the Masonboro Island and the Permuda Island
acquisition projects. In both instances, local citizens' efforts helped to make state
officials aware of the value of protecting the properties in their natural state through
public acquisition. '
2. Potential Local Funding Sources
The local government has perhaps the heaviest financial burden with respect to ,
providing public access. Not only must the local government pay for land acquisition and/or
construction (with or without grant assistance), but then it must also pay for the daily ,
maintenance of the accessways and the long-term maintenance of the access facilities.
Some of the potential funding sources available to the city include general fund ,
revenues, general obligation bond revenues, impact fees, occupancy tax revenues, subdivision
regulation dedication requirements, parking fees, volunteer efforts, foundation grants, and
donations. '
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 89

3. Potential Sources of Non -Shoreline Access Funding
a. North Carolina Department of Transportation
Beautification projects are also funded by the DOT. The Intermodal Surface
Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, which reauthorized federal aid for highways
and public transit for fiscal years 1992 through 1997, provided funding for
"transportation enhancements." Enhancements include the following activities:
Scenic easements, scenic sites, scenic highway programs, landscaping, and
other scenic beautification.
Preservation of abandoned railway corridors (including conversion and use for
pedestrian or bicycle trails).
Historic preservation; historic sites; historic highways program; rehabilitation
and operations of historic transportation buildings, structures or facilities
(including historic railroad facilities and canals).
Pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
Control and removal of outdoor advertising.
Archaeological planning and research.
Mitigation of water pollution due to highway runoff.
Enhancements in North Carolina are handled through the state's Transportation
Improvement Plan (TIP) process. The city should contact the DOT and/or its DOT
board member to discuss specific projects.
Contact: North Carolina Department of Transportation
1 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
b. Division of Archives and History
The Division of Archives and History provides both planning assistance and specific
project funding. Grants are available on a 50150 matching basis to assist in the
delineation of historic districts. In addition, state grants of up to $100,000 are
available for the development and adaptive reuse of historically significant properties.
Restoration of the Train Depot in Jacksonville (if held in public ownership) may be a
candidate for these funds. The funds are competitively awarded and do not require a
match.
Contact: Division of Archives & History
109 E. Jones Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
C. Rural Tourism Development Grants
Rural Tourism Development grants are available through the North Carolina
Department of Commerce. Funding varies from year to year depending upon the state
budget allocation. In addition, specific program guidelines are subject to change
annually. The following provides a summary of the fiscal year 1994-95 program:
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 90

1) Description of the Program
'
The Rural Tourism Development Grant Program was created by the
North Carolina General Assembly to enhance economic growth
through tourism development in the rural areas of the state. The
'
program for fiscal year 1994-95 consisted of a $400,000 fund
intended "... to encourage the development of new tourism projects
and activities in rural areas of the state. " For the purpose of this
program, the Travel and Tourism Division has adopted the definition
of "Rural" established by North Carolina's Rural Economic
Development Center, specifically those counties having population
densities of less than 200 persons per square mile. This includes 85
North Carolina counties, but specifically does not include
Cumberland, Gaston, Davidson, New Hanover, Guilford, Buncombe,
'
Alamance, Rowan, Cabarrus, Catawba, Forsyth, Mecklenburg,
Durham, Orange, and Wake. Additional consideration is given to
more economically distressed rural counties. Proposed projects
should be of a durable and lasting nature, visible in the community
'
to inspire others to succeed, and capable of generating measurable,
verifiable, long-term economic growth through increased tourism.
'
2) Purpose
The Rural Tourism Development Grant Program is designed to:
-- Encourage the initiation and implementation of creative new
,
tourism -related projects and activities having the capacity to enhance
long-term economic growth in North Carolina's rural areas through
increased travel activity;
'
-- Encourage the implementation of cooperative regional tourism
development projects and activities, not exclusive of efforts within
individual communities or among communities within a given rural
,
county,
-- Provide funds through grants to destination marketing and non-
profit organizations for the development and recruitment of tourism
'
businesses and attractions;
-- Foster the development and growth of regional tourism marketing
and development organizations in rural areas of the state;
,
-- Leverage funds from non -state sources for tourism development
projects and activities.
3) Eligibility
Any statutorily empowered tourism marketing/development agency,
or legally chartered non-profit North Carolina organization in a
designated rural county that includes tourism marketing and/or
,
development among its major activities, may apply for funds under
this program. Documentation of legal status, tax exemption, and a
federal identification number is required with the application.
,
4) Maximum Grant Amount
No recipient or new tourism project received a total of more than
'
$25,000 of these grant funds for the 1994-95 fiscal year.
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 91
I

iL
1
5) Matching Formulae
The matching formulae favors economic growth in the less affluent
areas of our state. Ranked on the basis of lowest per capita income,
slowest population growth, and highest unemployment, organizations
in counties 1 through 20 will be required to provide one non -state
dollar for every four state dollars awarded. Those in counties 21-50
must provide one non -state dollar for every three state dollars, and in
counties 51-85, one non -state dollar will be required for each dollar
received from the state. In fiscal year 1994-95, Pamlico County
ranked 58.
6) Appropriate Uses of Grant Funds
Appropriate projects for which grant funds might be used include:
-- Research - marketing and other types of necessary research or
studies upon which to base a long-range, tourism -based economic
development plan;
-- Planning - needs assessment and implementation of a long-range,
.tourism -based economic development plan;
-- Capital Projects - equipment purchase, renovation or construction
of facilities. Capital uses are only permitted in support of program
development, and expenditures for office equipment may not exceed
25 % of the total grant awarded.
-- Training - development and presentation of hospitality,
management, marketing, and/or other types of tourism training
programs to enhance long-term economic growth by improving a
community's competitive position;
-- Technical Assistance/Contractual Services - services provided by
outside vendors under contract that will result in enhanced long-term
economic growth and the creation of new jobs
Contact: David Little
Department of Commerce
Division of Travel and Tourism
430 N. Salisbury Street
Raleigh, NC 27611
Phone: [phone]
d. Land and Water Conservation Fund (Parks & Recreation Trust Fund)
The Land and Water Conservation Fund is administered for the U.S. Department of
Interior through the N.C. Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources,
Division of Parks and Recreation. This program makes funds available to local
governments on a matching basis for land acquisition and recreation facility
improvements. This program has provided numerous grants over the past years, but
the amount of funds available is limited and thus grant applications are very
competitive. Grants have normally ranged from $35,000 to $75,000.
Contact: Division of Parks & Recreation
NC Dept. of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
127 N. Cardinal Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone: [phone]
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan
Page 92

IXI. CLOSING REMARKS
' The citizens of Jacksonville, the Recreation and Parks Department, the Recreation and Parks
Commission, the Trails and Greenway Commission, the Mayor and the City Council have
established a Recreation and Parks system that should make them proud. However, in order
' to maintain the city's current level of service in response to a growing population and to
successfully implement the recommendations included in this plan, the continuation of this
collective effort is a necessity. Although the majority of the readers of this plan are acutely
aware that planning for Recreation and Parks facilities is not a means to an end but rather an
ongoing, constantly evolving process, we must remind ourselves that, preparation of this plan
is just a small step that must be followed by many large strides. As we approach the
t beginning of a new millennium, it is important to remember the value of recreation and the
impact that it has on our mental well being and success. The city's Recreation and Parks
Department's mission statement expresses this sentiment well:
CII�
"Recreation is a creative outlet for special development in the
arts, fitness, sportsmanship, family and community fellowship.
The Recreation and Parks Department gives the public an
opportunity to develop skills that promote the enrichment of life
in the community. "
City of Jacksonville Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan Page 93

Fl
�J
APPENDIX I
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
TRAILS SYSTEM
L

M m m m m r M M M M imm M M M M M
W,
0
ti
0
x
CA
0
c
►-3
�I
Q
0
CORRIDOR
NAME & NUMBER
1. Orchard Branch Trail
2. Gum Branch Corridor Trail
3. hardy White Branch Trail
4. Royal Creek Trail
5. Woodlands Loop Trail
6. Northwoods Drive/Hendricks
7. Northwoods Park Trail
8. Socoe Creek Trail
9. Chaney Creek Powerline Trail
10. Decatur Road/Maple Street
TYPE
OF TRAIL
off -road
general multi -use
off -road
parallel bike path
off -road
general multi -use
off -road
general multi -use
off -road
footpath
on -road
off -road
footpath
off -road
footpath
on-road/off-road
general multi -use
on -road
ORIGIN/
DESTINATION
Gum Branch Road/western
ETJ limits
northwest ETJ limits/
Onslow Mall
Orchard Branch trail/
future neighborhood
development
Gum Branch Road/western
ETJ limits
Royal Creek Trail/Park-
wood Elementary School
Gum Branch Road/Decatur
Road
Decatur Road/ western ETJ
limits
LENGTH
(in miles)
1-1/2
2-3/8
3/4
1-1/2
1/2
1-3/4
3/4
Barn Street/St. Anne Lane 1 /2
New River/northern city 5 +
limits & Hofmann Forest
Hendricks Ave/Chaney 3/4
Creek
OPPORTUNITIES CONSTRAINTS
shared easement with
new sewer line
utilize exst. road R.O.W.;
link housing develop-
ments with school &
mall; exist. jogging path
shared easement with
new sewer line
shared casement with
new sewer line
loop trail around future
city park
25 mph; link Parkwood
Elementary School with
neighborhoods
link Northwoods Junior
private properties;
High with neighborhood
Decatur Rd; Soiux Dr
& undeveloped property
link Northwoods
private properties south
Elementary School and
of Barn St, and north &
Saint Anne's Church
west of Souix and Vernon
Dr.
use of powerline R.O.W.;
crossing Chaney Creek &
route on exst. streets
Mill Creek
when adjacent homes are
too close to powerline;
link to Hofmann Forest
link Northwoods junior
High with neighborhood

CORRIDOR
NAME & NUMBER
TYPE
OF TRAIL
ORIGIN/
DESTINATION
LENGTH
(in miles)
OPPORTUNITIES
CONSTRAINTS
M
11. S. Onslow Pines Powerline Trail
off -road
Downtown/Onslow Pines
4
use of powerline R.O.W.;
Highway 24 crossing
Pmulti
-use
Park
link to Onslow Pines
including horses
Park; opportunity to
0
form loop trail; also use
of Marine Blvd bridge to
link to Chaney Creek
Powerline Trail
12. N. Onslow Pines Powerline Trail
off -road
Downtown/Onslow Pines
3
use of powerline R.O.W.;
multi -rise
Park
link to Onslow Pines Park
En
including horses
& Southwest Middle
School; opportunity to
form loop trail
13. Yopp Road Connector
on -road
N. Onslow Pines Powerline
3/8
allows trail to cross
Trail/S. Onslow Pines
Highway 24 once, not
Powerline Trail
twice; opportunity to
complete loop trail
14. Onslow Pines Park Connector
off -road
N. Onslow Pines Powerline
1
county park property;
private property
multi -use
Trail/S. Onslow Pines
opportunity to complete
including horses
Powerline Trail
loop trail
15. Lejeune Access Trail
on -road
Camp Geiger Area/
4
follows U.S. 17; may be
narrow Old Bridge St.
Downtown
alternate route for section
bridge
of Southern US 17 Rail -
Trail crossing base
16. Southern US 17 Rail -Trail
off -road
Jacksonville/Holly Ridge
17
connect Jacksonville to
crossing of military base/
rail -trail
Verona & Holly Ridge;
newly designated impact
fiber optics possibilities
area; crossing U.S. 17;
a
P0
some private ownership
of RR corridor
a
�e
17. Downtown Canoe Trail
water trail
Wilson Bay Park/Phillips
2-3/4
connect Wilson Bay Park,
V
Park
City -County Waterfront
N
Park & Kerr St Waterfront
Park; oportunities for
canoe put -ins at parks
r r M M M = M M M= M M M= M M M M

w=== M M M M M M = = M M M M M M
CORRIDOR
NAME & NUMBER
TYPE
OF TRAIL
ORIGIN/
DESTINATION
LENGTH
(in miles)
OPPORTUNITIES
CONSTRAINTS
�n
18. Downtown US 17 Rail -Trail
off -road
Georgetown area/Western
4-1/4
connects Downtown to
crossing Chaney Creek,
rail -trail
Boulevard
Georgetown area and
Johnson Blvd, New River;
y
Western Blvd; beautifica-
waiting on sewerline
tion of Marine Blvd
installation
19. Freedom Trail
on -road
loop around downtown
9-3/4
connect Wilson Bay Park,
crossing Lejeune Blvd
area
Kerr St. Waterfront Park,
Kerr St. Center, Jackson-
ville Jr. High, Clyde
C
Erwin School & shopping
r.
20. Onslow Drive[New River Drive
on -road
Main Gate Rail with Trail/
2-3/4
connects 2 shopping
crossing Marine Blvd. &
Chaney Creek Powerline
areas, Clyde Erwin
Lejeune Blvd
Trail
School & neighborhoods
21. Burnt House/Sandy Run Trail
off -road
Phillips Park/Onslow
3-1/4
protects stream corridors
crossing Marine Blvd;
footpath
Drive/Marine Corps Rail
wetlands along streams;
with Trail
property ownership
22. N. Fork Mill Creek Loop Trail
on-road/off-road
Doris Avenue/new city
2-1/2 +
Doris Ave north; links
private properties in
footpath
park
apartments; links new
Forest Grove; impossible
city park; protects land
behind Northwoods
south of Doris Ave as
School; crossing Gum
conservation area
Branch Road
23. S. Fork Mill Creek Trail
on-road/off-road
Doris Avenue/Western
1-1/4
Ramsey Farm
private properties south
footpath
Boulevard
of Gum Branch
24. Western Boulevard
on -road
Main Gate Rail with Trail/
6
construct bicycle facilities
heavy traffic on exst.
Gum Branch Road
in conjunction with
street; many driveway
Y
proposed road widening
cuts
b
CD
25. Hargett Street/Country Club
on -road
Freedom Trail/eastern ETJ
4-3/4
add bicycle facilities
a,
limits/Regal Woods area
when widened
k
26. Bell Fork Connector
off -road
York Street/Kitt Drive
200 ft.
connects Bell Fork
property ownership
bicycle link
Homes to Downtown

i
b
b
c�
a.
..
CORRIDOR
NAME & NUMBER
27. Marine Corps Rail with Trail
28. Powerline Trail
29. Ellis Boulevard Alternate
30. Main Gate Rail with Trail
31. Corbin Corridor Trail
32. Northeast Creek Canoe Trail
33. Northern US 17 Rail -Trail
34. Country Club Drive
TYPE ORIGIN/
OF TRAIL DESTINATION
off -road U.S. 17 Railroad Corridor/
active rail with Main Gate Rail with Trail
trail
off -road U.S. 17 Railroad Corridor/
general multi -use Northeast Creek Park
on -road Marine Corps Rail with
Trail/Main Gate Rail with
Trail
off -road Camp Lejeune/downtown
active rail with
trail
off -road Lejeune Blvd/Northeast
parallel bike path Creek Park/Pine Valley
Road trail extension
water trail Lejeune Blvd/Piney Green
off -road Western Blvd/northeast
rail -trail ETJ limits/Hofmann Forest
on -road Country Club Rd/
Highway 17
LENGTH
(in miles) OPPORTUNITIES CONSTRAINTS
1-3/4
connects Bell Fork Park &
active rail line, but
Bell Fork Elementary with
infrequently used; mid -
Main Gate Trail & U.S. 17
block crossing; of I-cioune
Rail -Trail
Blvd
3-3/8
connects Northeast
back yard fences block
Creek Park, the hospital,
exst. utility corridor;
industrial park & U.S. 17
mid -block crossing; of
Rail -Trail
Western Blvd
3/4
offers an on -road
alternative to developing
the southern section of
the Marine Corps Rail
with Trail
4-1/4
links Jacksonville &
active rail line, but
Camp Lejeune; connects 6
infrequently used
trails/on-road routes,
passes Beirut Memorial;
highly -visible corridor for
visitors to Jacksonville
1-3/8
utilize exst. road R.O.W.
crossing Lejeune Blvd;
for parallel bike path;
construction in wetlands
link Northeast Creek Park
to Main Gate Trail & Pine
Valley Rd
2-1/2
access to pristine riparian
environment; expansion
of Northeast Creek Park
programs
2-1 /4 t
link to Hofmann Forest
1-1/4 neighborhood linkage
r r M M M r M M M M M M M M M M M M M

n
CORRIDOR
NAME & NUMBER
TYPE
OF TRAIL
ORIGIN/
DESTINATION
0
35.
Pine Valley Road
on -road
Corbin Corridor Trail/
0
Country Club Rd
p
36.
Northeast Creek Trail
off -road
Corbin Rd/Piney Green
general multi -use
c�
M
Sy
r
rA
to
0
37.
Jennie Drive Connector
on -road
powerline/Valencia Drive
38.
Winthrope Way
on -road
Pine Valley Rd/Huff Drive
39.
Shadowridge Road/Valencia
on -road
Corbin Rd/Winthrope
Drive/Huff Drive
Way/Western Blvd
40.
Hemlock Drive/Balsam Road
on-road/off-road
Piney Green/Northest
Creek
a
b
b
CD
a.
LENGTH
(in miles)
OPPORTUNITIES
CONSTRAINTS
1
neighborhood linkage
2 +
sheltered path through
wetlands/expensive
woods; outdoor
construction
classroom; expansion of
Northeast Creek Park
programs, greenway
provides buffer along
stream; continue protec-
tion north as city expands
3/16
neighborhood linkage
1 /4
neighborhood linkage
2
neighborhood linkage
1-3/8
links Northesat Creek
crossing Northeast Creek;
Park, White Oak School,
wetlands
neighborhoods