2013 Rothschild Pavilion Park Master Plan

VILLAGE OF ROTHSCHILD PAVILION PARK MASTER PLAN

“....an invaluable vehicle to discover the past, explore the present, and contemplate the future.”

- Elizabeth M. R. Fisher

Adopted 01-28-2013 Prepared for the Village of Rothschild with assistance from MSA Professional Services, Inc

TABLE OF CONTENTS Acknowledgements....................................................................3 Overview..............................................................................................4 Introduction Planning Process

Existing Conditions......................................................................6 History and Demographics Site Inventory and Analysis

Park Vision......................................................................................22 Park Vision Guiding Principles

Design Concepts........................................................................23 Concept Development Concept Plans

Park Master Plan........................................................................25 Park Master Plan and Character Images Recommendations Characteristics of Preferred Tree Species

Implementation Strategy......................................................34 Project Phasing Plan Action Plan Summary Project Costs & Funding

Maps and Images Regional Context.........................................................................................5 Environmental Features.......................................................................12 Soil Inventory................................................................................................14 Soil Suitability Maps................................................................................15 Existing Facilities.......................................................................................16 Existing Utilities..........................................................................................19 Existing Land Use.....................................................................................21 Concept A.......................................................................................................23 Concept B.......................................................................................................23 Concept C.......................................................................................................24 Park Master Plan.......................................................................................25 Park Master Plan Character Images...........................................26 Phasing Plan.................................................................................................36

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Village of Rothschild Pavilion Park Steering Committee George Peterson Tim Vergara Rex Zemke Jeff Campo Mutch Owen Jim Keleske

Village Board President Administrator of Public Works, P.E. Village Forester Pavilion Manager Village Trustee Village Trustee

MSA Professional Services, Inc. Andrew Bremer Dan Borchardt Sarah McDonald Stephen Tremlett

A special thanks to the residents of Rothschild and other individuals who developed this master plan for the future of Rothschild Pavilion Park.

Project Manager/Planner, AICP Project Engineer, P.E. Planner/ Landscape Designer Planner/Urban Designer, AICP

OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION

PLANNING PROCESS

This park master plan iden fies conceptual loca ons and recommenda ons for different park improvements within Rothschild Pavilion Park.

Detailed planning, design, engineering, research, budget evalua on and discussion will be required in order to implement recommended improvements.

The Rothschild Pavilion Park Master Plan Project began in mid September 2012 in conjunc on with the Village of Rothschild Area Wide Redevelopment & Tax Increment District (TID) Crea on Project. MSA Professional Services met with Rex Zemke, the Village Forester to evaluate the exis ng condi ons and uses of the park. In addi on, MSA met with the Village of Rothschild Pavilion Park Steering Commi ee to discuss the vision for the park master plan, gather historical informa on, exis ng site condi ons and to define guiding principles for the project.

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REGIONAL CONTEXT The Village of Rothschild is located in Marathon County east of the I-39 corridor and South of the City of Wausau. Pavilion Park is located just north of WIS 29 on the east shoreline of the Wisconsin River and is bordered by W. Grand Avenue to the east and Kort Street to the north. This 25.92 acre Park has striking views of the River and Rib Mountain in the distance.

The park is home to a historical pavilion, which is on the Na onal Register of Historic Places (Reference #02000708), that serves as a local icon hos ng events large and small, in mate and public. Pavilion Park also provides the community with a summer des na on, the Rothschild-Schofield Aqua c Center.

The Rothschild Water Treatment Plant is located within the park boundary along W. Grand Avenue, in addi on to three municipal wells and one li sta on (owned by the City of Schofield). There is also a boat ramp at the end of W. Kort St. providing access to the Wisconsin River.

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GUIDING PRINCIPLES •

The Village views the park site as a sustainable forestry area that should also lend itself to public use. The goal is to properly manage the woodlands to protect the health and overall general aesthe cs of the area.

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Preserve and enhance historic features of the site. The rich history of the park is in jeopardy of being lost with each passing genera on. The goal is to incorporate the history of the park within the site improvements, enhancing the park’s unique sense of place.

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Generate site appropriate concept plans. The goal is to enhance the park for weddings, special events, family gatherings, and water recrea on.

Site improvements should enhance exis ng facili es (Pavilion, Aqua c Center, boat landing, island), while avoiding user conflicts. Facilita ng safe access and circula on to all parts of the park is important.

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Create a tangible implementa on plan. The goal is to create a complete master plan for the park which can be implemented over me by the Village as funding becomes available.

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PUBLIC MEETING AND INPUT On October 24, 2012 MSA facilitated a public informa on mee ng (PIM) to assist in iden fying future improvements within Pavilion Park. The community provided 54 responses to survey ques onnaires that inquired about park master plan program elements, which allowed individuals to priori ze selected site features and iden fy whether they wanted to see these improvements in Pavilion Park or elsewhere in the community.

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Addi onal Recrea onal Facili es General Facili es and Ameni es Water Related Facili es and Ameni es Pavilion Support Facili es and Ameni es Park Iden ty, Signage and Wayfinding Land Management and Landscaping Community Events

Improvements in each category were iden fied, among the top priori es were hiking and walking trails, restrooms, picnic areas, lake overlook and pa o and maintaining woodland areas. There was also a great deal of interest in hos ng community farmers markets on site.

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Addi onal priori es included playgrounds, biking trails, outdoor ice ska ng rink, benches and outdoor sea ng, park shelters, improved ligh ng, cafe/ food venue, improved areas for fishing, dock/boat slips, improved park iden ty through signage and wayfinding, historical and educa onal signage, clearing brush on the island and landscaping the pavilion. There was interest in hos ng a variety of events at the park, with minimal interest in hos ng auto shows and carnivals.

The public was also asked to iden fy specific loca ons in which they would like to see a par cular improvement. The map on the right indicates a number associated with a comment. The comments are as follows: Sticker 89 91 115 294 304 314

NS NS 285 295 305 315 325 335 281 262 271

Comments Elevated ped/bike bridge span outfall water edge playground and picnic area near the aquatic center Cantilever overlook structure drinking water fountain drinking water fountain Skate park area, small tricks Central Wisconsin music festival, we would like to see camping facilities. Attendees at our festival may come with a camper; other functions may also benefits from camping facilities.

The pavilion is a super place. Our polka club feels we have found a new home.

Electricity is very desirable at camp sites. Water should be available to fill camper water tanks. Shower is desirable but not necessary Band Shell similar to Stewart Park 10th St. Wausau Playground Increase island size to original Gazebo Trail from Kort St. to end of park on north to over pass or further Winter ski slide West side of pavilion building to drop off with retaining wall along edge of drop off preventing erosion, cave-in and humans falling over edge Dining and seating on roof of east and west wings Dining and seating on roof of east and west wings

Meeting Dates September 12, 2012, Kickoff Meeting October 10, 2012, Public Informational Meeting Prep October 24, 2012, Public Informational Meeting November 14, 2012, Concept Review December 19, 2012, Draft Plan Review January 9, 2013, Public Hearing, Plan Commission January 28, 2013, Village Board Adoption

The community iden fied ideas in three price categories; ten thousand, one hundred thousand dollar and one million dollar ideas. Most of these ideas were illustrated within the survey results as well and ranged from ge ng a historical sign for the pavilion to crea ng an archway entry feature.

PUBLIC INPUT RESULTS

Three concept plans were developed with considera on on the input gathered from the Village of Rothschild Pavilion Park Steering Commi ee and the community at large. Aspects of the three concepts were combined to create a preferred design which was eventually approved by the steering commi ee. A public hearing was held prior to the Village Plan Commission recommending adop ng the park master plan as a component of the Village’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The final plan was presented before the Village Board for adop on.

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EXISTING CONDITIONS 1908-1910 •

Original Pavilion was built in 1908 and burned down in 1911

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The current, stone faced pavilion was built

by Wausau Street Railway Company as a destination at the end of the trolley line from Wausau

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1911-1913 •

1911: Rothschild Pavilion destroyed by fire. Construction on the new Pavilion began immediately

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July 4, 1911: Grand opening of the Pavilion, deemed the “Largest celebration ever held in the Wisconsin River Valley,” with 8,000 attendees

1938 •

Electrical company deeds Pavilion to the Village, along with 55 acres of land

1947-1959 •

The State of Wisconsin rented the Pavilion for a National Guard Armory until one could be built in Wausau

1992 •

A feasibility study was commissioned to evaluate the condition of the Pavilion. No action was taken

1997-1999 •

The Pavilion was closed in 1997

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A public hearing is held to discuss the future of the Pavilion. There was a unanimous recommendation to retain the park and renovate the Pavilion, but no action was taken

2000-2002 •

The Chairman of The Halls, Parks and Grounds Committee recommends that the building be demolished and replaced with a new one 1/4 of the size at the cost of 1 million dollars

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Rothschild Pavilion is protected and is entered in the National Register of Historic Places

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To generate interest in the restoration project tours are given every Saturday from 9-11:30am

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Village receives WisDOT Transportation Enhancement Grant to assist in restoration efforts.

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The Preservation Committee continues to seek funding opportunities to continue restoration

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HISTORY The beginnings of Pavilion Park’s legacy can be directly linked to the construc on of the first Rothschild Pavilion.

The Marathon Paper Mills Company was the ini al owner of the property before selling it to the Wausau Street Railway company in 1908.

The first pavilion was built as a way to draw trolley ridership but was destroyed by fire in 1911. Construc on on the current Pavilion began the same year. The streetcar line and the new paper mill facilitated the construc on of the Pavilion and the development of the Village of Rothschild. In 1909 the mill pla ed fi een blocks of Rothschild and built seventy five company houses to be used as rentals for mill workers. In addi on, the company constructed a store, boarding house, school and community hall in the new village.

Rothschild Pavilion and Pavilion Park provided a number of a rac ons in early years.

The pavilion’s spring loaded dance floor hosted a series of events from dances, concerts to roller ska ng. The park provided outdoor ac vi es and a rac ons including views and access to the Wisconsin River providing boa ng and swimming access, a bath house, a pool , water slide into the lake, baseball diamond, picnic pavilion on the island, a roller coaster known as the Whizzer, a toboggan slide and ice ska ng and hockey rink.

In the mid 1920’s a forty foot high steel ski jump located south of Pavilion facilitated Winter Frolic events.

Pavilion Facts

One hundred years of use, adapta on and deteriora on prompted the closure of the Pavilion in 1997. Men on of demoli on in 2001 prompted ac on for preserva on. In 2002, the Rothschild Pavilion Preserva on Commi ee made ground when the Wisconsin Trust for Historic Preserva on placed the Pavilion on Wisconsin’s Ten Most Endangered Historic Proper es list. The Division of Historic Preserva on of the Wisconsin Historical Society nominated the Pavilion to be added to the Na onal Register of Historic Places in May of the same year. Since its designa on the Pavilion has undergone a substan al renova on and con nues to seek restora on improvements.

Source: Beyond RecreaƟon: The History and Significance of the Rothschild Pavilion and Park 19081938

A caretakers cottage was built with the Pavilion for a grounds keeper and their family

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The pavilion cost $30,000 to build in 1911 (in today’s dollars that would be approximately $702,000)

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The pavilion is 165 feet on the north and south and 93 feet on the east and west

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The pavilion was constructed out of structural steel and local, irregular granite stone

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The original dance floor was maple and totaled 5,940 square feet atop twenty-four railroad springs and supported dances and roller skating events. It currently covers 6,725 square feet

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The Whizzer was the “only roller coaster in the state” at the time and was in operation during the early period of the Pavilion

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The park had a pool, a water slide into the lake, a 40 foot high ski jump, baseball diamond and a hockey rink

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The island had a bathhouse and picnic shelter

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The streetcar removal transformed the park from an all-day destination to an event facility

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The park proved very profitable to the Wausau Street Railway Company, reporting ridership of 132,617 in 1909, 899,745 in 1910 and 939,401 in 1911.

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A 300 foot board walk spanned the shoreline of the Wisconsin River below the Pavilion

HISTORY

Today the Pavilion is highly prized historic icon within the community and is used for a wide range of events from wedding ceremonies and family gatherings to charity and other community events. The loca on of the park provides scenic beauty overlooking the Wisconsin River and contributes to the park’s unique sense of place. The park is currently used in conjunc on with Pavilion events, as an access point to the Wisconsin River including fishing, leisurely enjoyment and picnicking and the use of the Rothschild-Schofield Aqua c Center in the summer months.

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Event Facts

ENHANCING THE LEGACY “ Indeed, the historic significance of the building and the efforts to preserve it as a tangible connec on to community iden ty provide local ci zens with an invaluable vehicle to discover the past, explore the present, and contemplate the future.” -Elizabeth M. R. Fisher The Pavilion will remain the focal point of the Park and should not only support exi ng uses but forge new ones. Redevelopment of Pavilion Park will allow it to reemerge as a leading park in the greater Wausau area.

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The first Winter Frolic was in 1927 and hosted events like hockey, ski jumping, figure skating, dog racing, speed skating, curling, various stunts and exhibitions. It would serve as a precursor to the present day Wisconsin Badger State Winter Games.

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The Wausau trolley system was decommissioned in 1940

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The Wausau Street Railway Company, merged with Wisconsin Public in 1933 and later deeded the park to the Village of Rothschild in 1938

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Buddy Holly played a concert on July 12, 1958

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EXISTING CONDITIONS INTRODUCTION The data provided in the following tables corresponds to 5-, 10and 20-minute “drive me sheds” from the intersec on of US Highway 51 and WIS 29, a major transporta on cross-roads located just south of the park. The approximate area within each drive me shed is illustrated in the image to the le . For reference purposes the corporate limits of the Village of Rothschild (red) is also shown. Note, the 5-minute drive me includes most of the Village residen al neighborhoods north of the Cedar Creek wetland and por ons of the communi es of Schofield and Weston. The 10-minute drive me includes the remaining por ons of Rothschild including the Cedar Creek Business Park, por ons of the City of Wausau, por ons of Kronenwe er/Mosinee and the Town of Rib Mountain. The 20-minute drive me includes the en re Wausau region, extending, but excluding the City of Merrill to the north and the Village of Wi enberg to the east, and including the Village of Knowlton to the south and Marathon City to the west.

DRIVE TIME 5-Minutes 10-Minutes

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DEMOGRAPHICS

Table 1 provides a snap shot of key demographic and income sta s cs in the region. Tables 2 and 3 provide a trend analysis for the years 2000-2010 and 2010-2015, including comparison with state and na onal demographic trends. Table 4 provides a snap shot of popula on by age. Tables 5 and 6 provides a trends analysis for popula on by age for the years 2000-2010 and 2010-2015.

Table 1: General Market Indicators Demographics Population Median Age g Households Average Household Size Median Household Income

0Ͳ5 Minute Drive Time 2000 2010 2015 9,116 36.0 3,712 2.41 $43,005

9,306 37.9 3,930 2.32 $52,121

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9,411 38.1 4,040 2.30 $59,551

0Ͳ10 Minute Drive Time 2010 2015

46,593 35.7 18,101 2.53 $44,284

Table 2: Market Trends 2000-2010 Demographic Trends 2000Ͳ2010 Population Median Age Households Average Household Size Median Household Income

0Ͳ5 Minute 2.08% 5.28% 5.87% Ͳ3.73% 21.20%

0Ͳ10 Minute 7.65% 4.76% 11.51% Ͳ3.56% 29.80%

0Ͳ20 Minute 7.87% 6.32% 11.97% Ͳ3.54% 27.73%

State 7.05% 5.83% 9.38% Ͳ2.00% 27.47%

USA 10.58% 4.82% 10.69% 0.00% 29.12%

Table 3: Market Trends 2010-2015 Demographic Trends 2010Ͳ2015

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0Ͳ5 Minute 1.13% 0.53% 2.80% Ͳ0.86% 14.26%

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0Ͳ10 Minute 2.67% 0.27% 3.74% Ͳ1.23% 12.09%

0Ͳ20 Minute 2.81% 1.03% 3.88% Ͳ1.22% 11.82%

State 2.36% 0.52% 2.97% Ͳ0.82% 13.41%

USA 3.85% 0.81% 3.94% 0.39% 12.39%

50,157 37.4 20,185 2.44 $57,480

51,498 37.5 20,940 2.41 $64,427

0Ͳ20 Minute Drive Time 2000 2010 2015 95,699 36.4 37,000 2.54 $45,310

103,235 38.7 41,428 2.45 $57,874

106,132 39.1 43,034 2.42 $64,715

Tables 1-3 indicate that there are over 9,000 people living within a 5-minute drive me from Pavilion Park and 50,000 to 100,000 people within a 20-minute drive me. From 2000 to 2010 the popula on within the 5-minute drive me grew by only 2.08%; however, the growth rates within the 10- and 20-minute drive me were similar to the State average.

The popula on growth rates per trade area are expected to exceed the State average through 2015, with the excep on of slower growth rates within the 5-minute drive me.

Tables 4-6 indicate the popula on trends from 2000-2010 by age and the projected popula on change from 2010- 2015.

From 2000 to 2010 the number of 0-9, 10-19 and 35-54 age groups have decreased by varying degrees. The popula on rates in these same cohorts are expected to con nue to decrease over the next five years. The cohorts which have grown in popula on from 2000 to 2010 include those 20-34 and 55+. This trend is expected to con nue from 2010-2015.

The median income for the state in 2000 was $43,849, in 2010 $55,895, and projected $63,391 in 2015. For all three years the median income within the 5-minute drive me is less than the state median; however, the incomes in the 10and 20-minute drive mes exceeds the state median. Growth in median household income within the 5-minute drive me lagged behind the growth rates for the 10-, 20-minute, state, and U.S. rates from 2000 to 2010. In 2010, the median household income within the 5-minute drive me was approximately $5,000 less than the median household incomes in the 10- and 20-minute drive me, and this income gap is expected to close slightly by 2015.

In summary, the data indicates con nued growth in the popula on within the planning area. Most of this growth will occur in the 20-34 (young professionals) and 55+ (senior) age groups. Average household size is expected to con nue to decline at a rate consistent or exceeding state and na onal averages. Median household income will con nue to increase at rates similar to state and na onal expecta ons.

Table 4: General PopulaƟon Indicators Population By Age 0Ͳ9 10Ͳ19 20Ͳ34 35Ͳ54 55+

0Ͳ5 Minute Drive Time 2000 2010 2015 1,245 1,335 1,827 2,687 2,020

1,215 1,162 1,938 2,590 2,402

1,225 1,122 2,009 2,386 2,670

Table 5: PopulaƟon Trends 2000-2010 Population Trends by Age 2000Ͳ2010 0Ͳ9 10Ͳ19 20Ͳ34 35Ͳ54 55+

0Ͳ5 Minute Ͳ2.41% Ͳ12.96% 6.08% Ͳ3.61% 18.91%

0Ͳ10 Minute 3.13% Ͳ4.42% 8.67% 2.18% 25.87%

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0Ͳ10 Minute Drive Time 2010 2015

6,617 7,036 9,134 13,858 9,949

6,824 6,725 9,926 14,160 12,523

0Ͳ20 Minute Drive Time 2000 2010 2015

7,005 6,696 10,346 13,507 13,945

13,137 14,661 17,926 29,049 20,900

13,350 13,734 19,494 32,777 26,873

13,631 13,638 20,132 28,460 30,270

DEMOGRAPHICS

There are approximately 4,000 households within a 5-minute drive me the planning area and 20,000 to 41,000 households within a 20-minute drive me. From 2000 to 2010 the number of households within the 5-minute drive me grew by only 5.3%; however, the growth rates within the 10- and 20-minute drive me exceeded the State average. The household growth rates per trade area are expected to exceed the State average through 2015, with the excep on of slower growth rates within the 5-minute drive me. Within the drive mes the average household size ranges from 2.3 to 2.5 in 2010.

Average household size has been slowly decreasing at a rate slightly exceeding state and na onal averages. This trend is expected to con nue and is a reflec on of several demographic condi ons including increased life expectancies, smaller family sizes and increases in single parent households. Refer to page 11 for addi onal informa on on housing trends.

Table 6: PopulaƟon Trends 2010-2015 0Ͳ20 Minute 1.62% Ͳ6.32% 8.75% 12.83% 28.58%

Population Trends by Age 2010Ͳ2015

0Ͳ5 Minute

0Ͳ9 10Ͳ19 20Ͳ34 35Ͳ54 55+

0.82% Ͳ3.44% 3.66% Ͳ7.88% 11.16%

0Ͳ10 Minute 2.65% Ͳ0.43% 4.23% Ͳ4.61% 11.36%

0Ͳ20 Minute 2.10% Ͳ0.70% 3.27% Ͳ13.17% 12.64%

Village of Rothschild popula on: 1970 = 3,141 1980 = 3,338 1990 = 3,310 2000 = 4,970 2010 = 5,269 2030 = 8,633 (projected)

Source: Wisconsin Department of AdministraƟon and ESRI Business Analyst

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ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES Viewsheds

Exis ng Land Cover The park is covered by red and white pine with select northern red oak trees sca ered throughout. These species are indica ve of the Mahtomedi soils found throughout the park. According the Marathon County Soil Survey (2003), addi onal common trees for this soil classifica on include Jack Pine, Bigtooth Aspen, and White Spruce. The overstory is primarily even aged (i.e. uniform in regards to age, height, and size).

The density of the overstory varies from 80-100% crown closure along the bluff, 50-70% crown closure from the bluff to Park Street, to nearly 100% crown closure east of Park Street.

The understory is predominately white pine, with some red pine and northern red oak. There is no understory present in the area between the bluff and Park Street. The understory is thickest in the area between Park Street and W. Grand Ave. However, the understory trees north of the water treatment facility are almost half the size (~7 .) of those south of the treatment facility (~14 .).

The condi on of the vegeta on in the park is variable.

Dead and compromised trees create poten al safety hazards. There are several trees that are leaning significantly or that have weak tops. The island is undergoing selec ve clearing of buckthorn and the predominant species remaining will be silver maple and mixed conifers. The bluffs are covered in poison ivy, this creates a poten al nuisance for users who are unaware of the ivy and climb these areas.

SITE INVENTORY & ANALYSIS

Excep onal views exist from nearly every point along the shoreline of the park looking out over the island, Wisconsin River, and Rib Mountain. Many of these views have significant vegeta ve obstruc ons limi ng the prime vantage points (refer to the example picture). There is one loca on where the vegeta on does not impact the viewshed located on the site of the old caretakers co age. The view from this elevated point provides a panorama that encompasses views of the island and Rib Mountain in the distance (refer to the picture below).

This study did not include detailed field measurements to determine exact species composi on, age, height, or basal area. Observed es mates place the average height above 60 feet, average diameter at breast height (dbh) greater than 10 inches, and the average age above 80 years. During the ini al site visit the project team observed several significant white pines within the property likely exceeding 100 years in age.

Flood Plain and Wetlands The en re island is considered wetland by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR).

The wetland boundaries were delineated by the WDNR based on aerial photography in 1987. As part

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Threatened and Endangered Species

Group Bird Bird Bird Community Community Community Community Fish Other Plant Plant Turtle Turtle

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For more information: http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/ed/nhi/

EXISTING FACILITIES Park Facili es Pavilion Park has many facili es suppor ng various ac vi es. The park is home to the historical pavilion, Rothschild-Schofield Aqua c Center and Rothschild Water Treatment Plant. The aqua c center is used in the summer months and has the only play equipment in the park within its fences. This limits the use to only pool patrons during a few months out of the year. The pool is heated, unlike the aqua c center in neighboring Weston, and is therefore popular for adult/senior water aerobics classes. The pool area is frequently inundated with pine needles and tree liter that threatens the pool filtra on system. The same trees that shed the needles are providing privacy and block prevailing winds.

While the park provides some support for ac vi es such as picnicking and fishing, it is lacking restrooms and drinking fountains. Most of the exis ng facili es are in good condi on. Park Street and the aqua c center/pavilion parking lots are rela vely new (note the aerial photograph shows these areas under construc on). The current parking lot islands are not planted and in some cases are weedy. The stormwater management depression located at the east end of the parking lot is currently lawn.

The exis ng Lion’s shelter is in fair condi on with a por on being used to store bricks from the pavilion restora on and other park equipment. This further reinforces the need for enclosed storage. The loop drive around the exis ng Lion’s pavilion has some asphalt patches and general wear. The adjacent concrete is cracked and has exposed aggregate.

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The Wisconsin Natural Heritage Working List (WDNR) contains species known or suspected to be rare in the state and natural communi es na ve to Wisconsin.

It includes aqua c and terrestrial species legally designated as “Endangered” or “Threatened,” as well as species in the advisory “Special Concern”. To protect the iden fied species, only known occurrences within the town and range is provided by the WDNR, in other words there are no specific loca ons. The table below list the known occurrences in the Pavilion Park area (T.28.N R.7.E) reported 11-04-2011.

The Pavilion con nues to undergo restora on efforts, however the exterior and support areas could use some improvements. Site support equipment such as dumpsters and bike racks do not have permanent loca ons. Haphazard placement and lack of screening of these features generate eye sores. In addi on dumpsters in improper loca ons can generate an undesirable odor. General park maintenance and upkeep appears to be lacking, miscellaneous materials are stored in various loca ons around the park; wood logs and cinder blocks are stacked behind the Pavilion. This indicates a general lack of storage for these materials.

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EXISTING CONDITIONS that provide access from the Pavilion to the lake are heaving, missing bricks and full of weeds. The access drive from the aqua c center parking lot is par ally paved with asphalt and the remaining drive to the island is compacted gravel. The asphalt boat landing off Kort Street is wearing, has cracked and been patched. The access drive near the well is showing signs of wear, with fading, cracks and pot holes. The boat launch and piers are in rela vely good condi on.

A new segment of pier was added to the western most pier and is not painted.

Three wells and one li sta on are located in the park (Previous page). Well #3 is located on W. Grand (lower right), well #4 is located off Park Street ( upper right) and well #5 (not pictured) is located in the water treatment plant. The li sta on (lower le ) is located on the north side of the park near the boat launch.

It is owned by the City of Schofield and operated through an agreement with the Village of Rothschild.

Each of the wells are made of differing brick materials and generally lack any significant architectural detail or connec on to the Pavilion.

In addi on to the Pavilion, there are several historical remnants in the park. A stone wall on the bluff, north of the Lion’s shelter marks the site where a caretakers cabin was located. A historical marker at the north end of the site along Kort street designates the loca on where Wisconsin’s First Home-Built Flying Machine was created in 1911. On the edge of the woods, along US HWY 51, there are abandoned railroad tracks with pine trees growing in between paying homage to the industrial past of the region. An ac ve rail line runs parallel to the abandoned tracks.

Currently the side walk extends from the west side of W. Grand Avenue, crosses Park Street to the north side and follows the curve up and crosses at the north side of the Pavilion. The walk then follows Park Street on the west side up to Kort Street. Several instances of vehicle and pedestrian circula on conflicts exist in the park. There is no pedestrian connec on from the aqua c center to the rest of the park, forcing patrons to walk through the parking lot or along adjacent grass to get to other areas within the park. In addi on, the public walk on the south side of Kort Street does not extend to the boat launch at the park’s north west end. A gravel drive runs along the shoreline west of the pavilion and doubles as the only accessible route for patrons with disabili es and serves as a vehicle access point. Currently there are a couple of signs for handicap parking but there are no designated spaces.

Regional Trail System The Wausau Area Bike/Ped plan iden fies W. Grand Street as a Proposed On Street Bike Route. Crea ng connec ons to exis ng bike trails will connect Rothschild regionally and allow for Pavilion Park to be a des na on along several routes.

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There are several areas within the park where users have created footpaths. O en mes these paths are narrow with exposed dirt on eroding slopes. While these paths get patrons close to the water they are not without obstacle. These paths present issues of safety and add to the erosion of the bluff. There is also evidence of past pathways through the trees surrounding the pool, which are no longer mowed by

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EXISTING CONDITIONS the Village. In most cases it is evident where these were located, in others the understory has matured, blurring the lines.

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Wayfinding and Signage Vehicles can access the park from the north via Kort Street, from Business Highway 51 (also E. Grand Avenue) or from W. Grand Avenue. There is a wayfinding sign with electronic messaging board located on Highway 51 for the Aqua c Center that has a pavilion direc onal a ached.; however, there is no indica on of the status of the Pavilion as a Na onal Register of Historic Place. In addi on to this sign there are signs at the intersec on of Park Street and W. Grand Avenue. There are however, no wayfinding signs to the north of the park along Kort Street, or any significant signs indica ng the name of the park. In addi on, the exis ng island currently does not have a name associated with it.

There are no trail markers or signs anywhere in the park. A few historical signs exist, (including the historical avia on marker discussed earlier) and a temporary pavilion restora on sign located on the Pavilion. However, there is no official marker indica ng the Pavilion is on the Na onal Register of Historic Places. An informa on kiosk is located near the boat landing providing patrons with fishing related informa on. In this loca on there is also signage for boat launch permits and associated fees. Overall park signage is minimal, “cookie cu er” and lacks a unified theme or iden fying markings. The overall lack of signage in the park facilitates off-trail excursions in areas sensi ve to foot traffic.

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Historical Structures The black and white aerial photo was taken in 1938, along with the photo to the right, provides evidence of a bath house structure located on the island. The bath house no longer exists

today. The island itself is an amenity to the park and allows users to experience the water in a completely different way. Erosion has decreased the size of the island since its crea on. While restora on efforts are underway (See Environmental Features) the condi on of the island is poor. Not only is the island con nuing to erode, invasive species have taken over and many areas that were once traversable are no longer.

A 300’ Wharf spanned the shoreline to the west of the pavilion providing opportuni es for water based interac ons. There was also a caretaker’s building north of the Pavilion at the top of the bluff. Neither structures exist today. A search of the Wisconsin State Historical Society’s Historic Preserva on Database (WHPD) did not result in any other known occurrences within the park.

EXISTING LAND USE

Various u li es exist within the park including water, electrical, sanitary and storm lines and associated support structures.

The majority of Pavilion Park is designated as Parkland/ Conservancy under the Village’s zoning ordinance.

This includes the Aqua c Center and Water Treatment Plant. Saint Therese Catholic Church, which borders the Park to the north, along W. Kort Street, is zoned as Government/Ins tu onal. During services and special events the church uses the spaces along Park Street for overflow parking. Low-density residen al spans along W. Grand Avenue and on the west side of Alice Street, with the excep on of the corner of W. Kort Street and W. Grand Avenue. Most of the residen al homes are modest in size (less than 1,200. sq. .) and were built between 1940-1960. Commercial exists on the west side of E. Grand Avenue from Alice Street to Kort Street and on the east side of E. Grand Avenue from WIS 29 offramp to Volkman. Many of the commercial uses along E. Grand Ave. are deteriora ng and are part of a parallel redevelopment plan.

Water lines run from the list sta on at the north end of the site to well #3 on W. Grand Ave. It then connects well #3 and #4 located off Park Street. Well #5 is located within the water treatment plant. The Pavilion receives water from a line that runs down W. Grand Ave and follows the Park Street entry to the Pavilion and connects to well #4. The li sta on and well #4, in par cular, are dated and lack character. All wells could use some maintenance and upda ng. A pay phone shell is s ll a ached to the li sta on near the boat launch.

Nine overhead light poles are present within the park boundaries; one at the parks northern Park Street entrance, three near the Pavilion, two along Park Street and four near the Aqua c Center. Overall there is a general lack of ligh ng on site.

This lack of light creates some poten al safety hazards and prevents the park from being used in the evening hours.

The exis ng light fixtures are u litarian and lack complimentary character to the Pavilion and park. In addi on, to these light poles there are several other u lity poles with security cameras posted on them near the Aqua c Center. There are no light poles within the Aqua c Center parking lot; however, underground conduit exists at some of the parking lot islands.

The sanitary lines extend from the Pavilion east to a split line that goes down W. Grand Avenue and one that parallels E. Grand Avenue. The other lines run along Park Street north to Kort Street.

Three stormwater inlets collect water from Park Street and the Aqua c Center parking lot and pipe to ou alls at the Wisconsin River. None of the ou alls contain adequate erosion protec on which has greatly increased the bank erosion and washouts.

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PARK VISION Rothschild Park Pavilion was a des na on at the end of a trolley line and it can be restored as a des na on, even without the presence of the trolley. Past and present site features provide inspira on for future park enhancements. The parks posi on atop a bluff along the Wisconsin River, its loca on near a historic mill, the surrounding pine forest all play a role in telling a story. Bricks excavated near the Pavilion can be re-purposed to create that old me feel. Using materials that are prevalent in the area, such as the blue stone used in construc ng the Pavilion can e built elements together crea ng a specific sense of iden ty within the park. Con nuing the rus c and natural feel of the park lends to its unique character.

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CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT design and materials selec on. Op ons have been provided to allow for flexibility considering project priori es, cost and budget.

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Game area: bocce court, jumbo chess, horseshoes

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Concept C sets out to celebrate the park by enhancing the exis ng uses and facili es for par es and events. A weddings stroll garden is provided allowing for staging and photography, a grand staircase and can lever pa o extends the Pavilion space to the outdoors and takes visitors out toward the water. A grand bandshell gives viewers of concerts a scenic view over the Wisconsin River. The island is restored to its original size and closes at the north side near the boat launch to create a lagoon for water related recrea on ac vi es.

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Concept B expands on the tradi on of outdoor recrea on and supports a wide range of physical ac vi es, including a basketball court, volleyball court, bocce court, jumbo chess, fitness course, extended pedestrian and biking trails and a variety of play op ons for children of all ages.

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The concepts illustrate three different themes, each stemming from one aspect of the park’s history.

Concept A focuses specifically on the origins of the area as a Village developed around the paper mill and the presence of the streetcar line from Wausau.

This concept celebrates the history of the site through representa ve art and enhanced gathering areas.

It restores historic elements such as the 300’ long boardwalk/ward, enhances the scenic overlook while paying tribute to the caretakers cabin loca on.

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The rich history surrounding Rothschild Pavilion Park lent to the development of each concept plan in a unique way, highligh ng a different aspect of the history of the site. While each concept focuses on a different theme, all concepts aim to improve the overall func on and quality of the park while increasing opportuni es for passive and ac ve recrea on, entertainment and events. Improvements provide be er picnic and restroom facili es, more accessible fishing pockets, increase and enhance pedestrian and bicycle circula on and aim to provide addi onal and diverse spaces for gathering.

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The ac ve recrea on features, such as the volleyball court, basketball court, horseshoes, bocce ball court, jumbo chess or fitness course were not features they wanted to include in the improvements for the park.

This concept also showcased a removable fabric canopy on the island, members preferred a more permanent op on.

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island if reduced in size from shown, enlarging the island, a concessions addi on and playground at the north end of the park.

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The three plans illustrated above were developed and reviewed by the steering commi ee. The commi ee selected features that they felt best fit the vision they had for the future of the park, factoring input received at the public informa onal mee ng. Across all concepts the looped walks, restroom facili es, fishing pockets and enhanced landscaping were all in line with their visions. Bandshells, outdoor kitchen shelter, any shelter near the Pavilion and fire pits fell short of mee ng the vision goals for various reasons.

Features supported in Concept A were the shelter on the island, the wharf along the shoreline, a pa o overlook to the west of the Pavilion, a council ring with historical sculpture and a picnic shelter with playground near the aqua c center. Placing a picnic shelter or adding a water feature pa o and garden area near the Pavilion, placing a trolley from the era, a rail road track inspired plan ng bed and a separate concessions building were less than appealing features.

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Features supported in Concept C included a smaller than shown wedding stroll garden, connec ng trails to the boat launch: one through a looped trail that connected the park through the woods and went across the wetland area to the boat launch, one that connected the boat launch to an exis ng walk along Kort Street and a final one to connect the boat launch via land bridge that would create a lagoon se ng for water related recrea on. This idea was well received but upon further discussion and inves ga on an alterna ve decision regarding a connec on via a pier walkway was reached. Adding a smaller plaza area for farmers markets and future events also peaked the interest of the commi ee. Less desirable features included adding a picnic shelter at the north end, near the church.

Images accompanied the concepts to help aid in iden fying the style of site features and furnishings desired. These included op ons for picnic and band shell structures, bridges, signage, paving materials, play structures and plan ngs. Preferred representa ve character images are shown on page 26 and throughout the reminder of this plan.

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Enhanced crosswalks

Scenic overlook deck Enhanced planting areas Decorative dumpster enclosure

Rain garden Planted islands

Maintenance vehicle access

Picnic shelter and playground

Pedestrian path

Concession hut addition

Scenic overlook with seating Native planting areas

SYMBOL LEGEND Historical marker/ educational signage Bench

Entry feature/decorative park signage Bike/Pedestrian directional signage

Vegetated barrier

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Picnic shelter and playground

Boardwalk over wetland Existing well with equipment storage addition

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GRAND STAIRCASE

Entry feature/decorative park signage

Bike/Pedestrian directional signage

Fishing pockets

Enhanced wetland and prairie plantings

SURFACE MATERIALS

OPEN AIR PICNIC SHELTERS

Pavers (around pavilion, market area and wedding stroll garden)

Asphalt pedestrian trails and bicycle paths

Concrete sidewalks

Enhanced crosswalk (painted asphalt)

Lawn ampitheatre

ARCHED BRIDGE

Wood

Bluestone bridge

Metal suspension bridge

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Challengers (Playworld Systems)

Public market event area

MASTER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS The Rothschild Park Master Plan (shown on previous page) provides a vision for park improvements to be completed in phases over the next two decades.

This master plan sets to enhance exis ng historical, environmental and social assets while also iden fying opportuni es for improvement. Implementa on strategies and es mated costs are provided later in the document.

1. Remove the exis ng Lion’s shelter and surrounding access drives. Park shelters are a great amenity in a park; however, the current loca on and general aesthe c of the exis ng structure and use is less than desirable.

2. Add (4) picnic shelters with electricity. A shelter should be placed on the island (in the area outside the wetlands), one near the aqua c center, a small shelter near the boat landing and another near the north end of the park. These picnic shelters provide cover from weather condi ons and can be rented out for events to further support park improvements, maintenance and programs. Providing electrical outlets (except for this island shelter) provides for an increased variety of events.

3. Add (3) restroom facili es with drinking fountains. Remodel exis ng well and li sta on buildings to accommodate two new restroom facili es will generally improve the visual appearance of the dated structures. This will also provide an opportunity to reinforce the pavilion architecture and materials crea ng cohesive and historical park character. Restroom facili es should be added onto exis ng well buildings where possible, this includes the li sta on near the boat landing and the well along W. Grand Street. The port-

4. Provide bike racks. Bike racks exist in various loca ons within the park. Bike racks should be relocated or added to key loca ons to encourage and facilitate bicycle transporta on within the park. Bike racks should be near the pavilion, on the island and at the north shelter. If bicycle racks are not provided users may be forced to lock up around trees and sign posts, poten ally damaging them. Locks such as the one shown here are the preferred style as it allows bicyclists the ability to lock the frame of their bike.

5. Provide picnic tables, grills, trash and recycling receptacles at designated picnic areas. These improvements support many ac vi es within the park and also facilitate keeping the grounds clean.

6. Add (9) benches in key loca ons. Benches provide users with opportuni es to rest and take in scenic views of the Wisconsin River and other park features. Benches should be designed for all users regardless of their physical ability.

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FACILITIES RECOMMENDATIONS (F)

a-po y can then be removed from the site. The third restroom should be centrally located along Park Street north of the Pavilion. Restroom facili es can be a determining factor in park use and longevity of said use. Providing users with restroom and drinking facili es outside of the Aqua c Center and Pavilion, especially when they may be unavailable, will allow users to stay for longer periods of me and will support other ac vi es.

7. Add a concessions hut to the exis ng aqua c center. The exis ng concessions area is very small. An addi on will provide more op ons in vendor goods and could support other events when the pool is not open for the season.

8. Enhance the parking plan ng lot by within islands and stormwater management facili es. Not only are planted parking

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lots more aesthe cally pleasing they provide environmental benefits. Plants and shade trees in par cular can decrease the urban heat island effect and diminish the heat generated off the asphalt making it more comfortable for the user.

9. Add an event pa o and overlook deck off the west side of the Pavilion. Providing pavilion users with outdoor access and views of the lake will increase the appeal of using the facility not only for events but as a place to spent me. Outdoor sea ng opportuni es could allow for public use when the Pavilion is not open.

10. Add wedding stroll botanical garden. A botanical garden can provide Pavilion Park and Rothschild at large with a unique amenity to support the local wedding and event industry. A stroll garden provides a beau ful se ng for photos and leisure ac vi es.

This provides an opportunity for addi onal revenue by charging a photographers fee to take photos within the garden.

11. Add public market plaza space and realign staircase to the shoreline. Providing an aesthe c and brick paved area for outdoor events with improved landscaping will enhance the parks overall appeal and func onality. Realigning the staircase will create an axial alignment to the bridge, highligh ng the island and viewshed.

12. Add wharf and pier along the shoreline below the Pavilion. Historically there was a 300’ pier located in this area, replacing it with something similar provides users with fishing piers and loca ons to e up boats while paying tribute to the history of the park.

13. Replace the exis ng bridge to the island with an 10 ton supported arched bridge. The arched bridge will allow canoes and kayaks to pass easily under the bridge while s ll allowing maintenance vehicles to access the island.

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14. Create a lawn amphitheater overlooking the Wisconsin River. Taking advantage of the breathtaking view overlooking the river can provide loca ons for wedding ceremonies and other community events.

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15. Add a council ring and historical art sculpture near the water treatment plant. The council ring provides opportuni es for individuals or small groups to be in a more enclosed and in mate se ng.

16. Add (2) playgrounds. Add two playgrounds geared toward ages 5-12 year old’s, a small one near the aqua c center and the other, a larger playground, at the north end of the park across from St. Therese Church. Providing playgrounds will make the park a des na on for families with children and occupy children during events. This plan suggests using theme play equipment which will provide unique facili es for children while also blending into the natural se ng of the park.

17. Add an equipment storage facility to the exis ng well with service vehicle access. The benefit of adding an enclosed equipment storage facility allows for maintenance equipment, supplies and materials to be housed discretely and securely on site. Improve exis ng access drive for city vehicles only. No patrons vehicles should be permi ed past this point.

18. Add overlook with sea ng along shoreline near aqua c center. Adding a designated decked overlook at a prime view point creates a place to linger along the trail and enjoy the view.

19. Add kayak/canoe launch area. Adding a zero depth entry for kayaks and canoe will encourage and facilitate usage of these recrea onal ac vi es further iden fying Pavilion Park as a des na on.

20. Add well and hose at boat launch. Adding a well and hose would allow individuals an opportunity to spray off their boats upon leaving the river, thus reducing the spread of invasive species to other lakes and rivers.

TRAIL RECOMMENDATIONS (T) 1. Close trail sec ons that have erosion and accessibility issues and establish a comprehensive, ADA compliant trail system where possible. Several foot path trails have accessibility and erosion issues. The sec ons are inaccessible to all users. A designated trails system will improve access as well as physical and recrea onal opportuni es.

• Create a connected loop system to provide users with route op ons. The trails provide be er connec vity to key elements and allows the user to be in control of their own experience.

• ADA compliant paths should be 5’-8’ wide and should be constructed of concrete, asphalt or crushed limestone or granite.

3. Connect the exis ng concrete sidewalk in front of St. Therese Church to the boat launch. Adding a sidewalk to meet the exis ng walk gets users out of the street and provides for an addi onal pedestrian loop.

4. Enhance exis ng trail(s) on the island with a boardwalk.

The majority of the island is considered wetland.

A boardwalk is a low impact way of providing access to low lying areas without damaging vegeta on cri cal to the islands integrity. Since the island is a wetland the WDNR suggests this is the best alterna ve. A cheaper alterna ve could be to use wood mulch on the island in lieu of a boardwalk.

5. Add a boardwalk bridge over the wetland on the northern shore of the park. This area of the park has some unique habitat that should be preserved and experienced by users.

6. Add a pier walk from the island to the boat launch. The addi on of a pier walk will provide addi onal fishing opportuni es and close one of the many loop circuits within the park. MSA contacted the Army Corps of Engineers and the WDNR in regards to implementa on of this project. The WDNR informed us that filling the island was not an op on and that any dredging has the poten al of releasing contaminated soils from the paper mills. Some inves ga on with the Bureau of Endangered Resources was

7. Add painted crosswalks where a trail crosses a road, specifically along Park Street. Crosswalks provide a safe crossing by aler ng vehicles and pedestrians of the presence of a conflict.

SIGNAGE RECOMMENDATIONS (S) 1. Create a comprehensive designed, signage package. Very few signs exist in the park, this is a great opportunity to help further the iden ty of the park by having a signage package that reflects the character of the park.

2. Add gateway/entry features at park entrances.

While the exis ng Aqua c Center sign provides wayfinding and some direc onal instruc ons it does not accommodate the history and rus c feel that is desired within the park. The sign should incorporate natural wood (pine) and the blue stone used in the Pavilion. There are also no entry signs at the north end of the park near Kort Street.

3. Add pedestrian and bicycle direc onal signage. Pedestrian and bicycle wayfinding provides several benefits at low cost by adver sing the park to users while making it simple to access.

4. Consider reloca ng the exis ng aqua c sign. Pending the outcome of the Area Wide Redevelopment Plan, the exis ng sign may cause confusion. The sign should be replaced with a sign similar to that of the gateway/entry feature and may be relocated along Kort Street or the redesigned W. Grand Ave (Refer to Redevelopment Plan).

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2. Add a 5’ concrete sidewalk along W. Grand Ave. that extends from the intersec on of Park Street to Kort Street. A sidewalk separates pedestrians from bicyclists and provides safe connec vity for pedestrians to and from various trails within the park.

recommended incase the island is habitat for the box turtle or bird species. Permits will be required for any dredging, bridges, wharf, grading or infill material. Further design and engineering will be required to determine any possible environmental impacts.

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PARK MASTER PLAN 5. Add historical markers and educa onal signage. Provide historical and informa onal signage at the site of the caretakers co age, the Pavilion, on the island and three others along the trail east of Park Street.

6. Infuse park history through public art installa ons and naming. Name shelters and other structures a er historical uses or figures.

For example naming a shelter the “Whizzer Shelter”, instead of a generic number, or create a mural paying homage to historic imagery (i.e. trolley, roller coaster etc..) on the exterior of new restroom facili es.

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7. Name the island. Naming the Island “Pavilion Island” es it to the history of the site. Upda ng the status with the Wausau Lake Associa on and get the name placed on new WDNR maps.

1. Limit vehicle access to the island to service and maintenance vehicles. Provide (2) designated stalls for parking. Bar public vehicles from using the exis ng access road down to the island.

The exis ng handicap parking spaces should be placed near the top of the access road. Addi onal handicap access to the island can be provided from Kort St. via the proposed pier walkway.

2. Replace exis ng light fixtures and add addi onal ligh ng. While the exis ng light poles provide some ligh ng it does not provide enough nor are the fixtures aesthe cally pleasing or in line with the design of the Pavilion. Ligh ng fixtures should be changed to unify the history and character of the site. One way of achieving this is through the a style of fixtures that reflect the era the Pavilion was constructed. Era inspired gas lamps are one example.

3. Replace exis ng camera u lity pole with a pole similar to the selected light fixture pole. Selec ng the same or similar poles will unify the site and allow the otherwise una rac ve poles to blend in.

4. Enhance stormwater infrastructure at Ensuring that ou alls are storm ou alls. properly constructed can avoid structural and environmental problems such as erosion and decreased water quality.

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5. Bury all electrical lines. Burying lines will eliminate visual noise created by power lines and reduce poten al for damage during a wind storm or tree casualty.

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8. Add Farmers Market and other Community Events. Consider adding a weekly farmers market, preferably Sundays, so as not to conflict with the use of the Pavilion for Saturday weddings or the exis ng farmers market in Wausau. Hold at least two community events annually to draw residents and tourists to the park.

LAND MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS (LM) A successful sustainable forestry plan requires several over arching components. The individual is an important as the group and is based on land management objec ves, site condi ons and silviculture. Silviculture is the prac ce of controlling forest composi on, structure and growth to maintain and enhance the forest’s u lity for any purpose. In order to ensure health, regenera on and longevity, the primary goals of the land management plan are to: 1. Plan with nature, not against it. The species composi on of the park is indica ve of the common trees found in Mahtomedi and Dunnville soils. Currently both the white pine and red oak are naturally regenera ng quite well. These trees should be considered the preferred or primary species for management purposes. Red pine, birch, aspen, spruce, and maple varie es should be considered secondary species.

2. Maintain a perimeter of trees at the parks boundaries. The trees act as a buffer both visually and auditorily but also protect the interior stand.

3. Remove dead and hazardous trees. There are several large dead pines located near the well on the north end of the park, they should be removed. The white pine north of the Pavilion along the bluff is leaning over the access drive quite a bit and will likely need removal as it causes a poten al safety hazard. Addi onal dead trees found throughout the park should be removed.

Tree stumps should be flush to the ground.

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Limit thinning of the understory and trees to areas planned for new view sheds on the park master plan: Aqua c Center viewing deck, Pavilion pa o space, grand stair case, lawn amphitheater. Along other por ons of the bluff dead trees, those with weak tops, or those that are crowding preferred trees species/specimens may be considered for removal.

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Mature trees should be maintained unless located directly in an area designed for a new facility (e.g. the grand staircase area). Where trees block view sheds consider trimming lower limbs first, prior to removing the tree.

Some blockage of the viewsheds is acceptable to avoid erosion of the bluff and to maintain the general aesthe cs of the park.

5. Do not build paths or structures within the root boundaries of trees. Trails and benches should be clear of trees at a minimum distance of 3-4’.

Structures and playgrounds should be clear of trees at a minimum distance of 10’. Root systems are the veins of tree and supply the trunks with essen al nutrients required for health and survival. When new trails are staked out care

6. Prune trees as necessary. There should be a minimum ground clearance of 9’ above trails and the top of any new structures or trails. Remove dead branches within other por ons of the park to improve the health of trees. In areas outside of planned trails or facili es, downed limbs can be le on site to provide wildlife habitat. Limbs should be cut flush with the tree trunk and sealed to prevent infec on.

7. Clear trees around prime specimen oaks. The oak species are not as prevalent as the white pine and red pine yet they are desirable for species mixture and aesthe cs. Management prac ces should encourage the growth and health of oaks within the park, giving them some breathing room is ideal and will showcase them nicely.

8. Selec vely thin out understory trees. Selec ve removal of trees is essen al to the health of the forest and eliminates some compe on.

Trees which should be removed include those with weak tops, those that have defects (e.g. excessively crooked trucks), or those that are crowding preferred tree species/specimens.

Excessive thinning is not recommended within the park. Following the land management recommenda ons 3-7 should provide enough thinning of the overstory to allow adequate light for the regenera on of desired understory species. The Village is encouraged to take a wait and see, or last resort, approach when removing otherwise healthy trees.

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4. Enhance viewsheds by selec vely removing trees. Enhance the views sheds from the Pavilion to the river and island, and subsequently the Pavilion from the island, by removing key trees and understory vegeta on. Cau on should be used during this process. The objec ve is not to clear cut the bluff, this would cause addi onal erosion of the hill side and nega vely impact the aesthe cs of the park. The following are some best management prescrip ons to flow:

should be taken to plan the route around highquality mature tree species.

9. Con nue to remove invasive or unwanted species within the park. Remove invasive, undesirable and poten ally noxious plant species such as poison ivy, alder and buckthorn.

10. Add diversity by plan ng other species. In the case of pests or disease that may eliminate all of one species in the stand, add diversity to ensure cover. Spruce trees can be planted in areas where ground screening is desired. Hardwood species such as maple or birch may be more desirable near shelters or play equipment as the sap from

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11. Transplant saplings. When natural regenera on needs some encouragement, transplant saplings to the island or to other desired loca ons. Oak saplings are par cularly of high value. The white pine stock is healthy, transplant specimen white pines over 4” caliper.

12. Restore shorelines with na ve plant species.

Na ve plants are essen al to a healthy habitat, as they act as a buffer zone from terrestrial to aqua c ecosystems. Na ve plants improve water quality, genera on of algae and can prevent erosion. Landscape restora on should occur in areas of erosion and where plants are generally in poor condi on. This restora on can lead to improved water quality , enhance wildlife habitat and beauty of the park. Plant selec on and loca on can be determined during the crea on of a landscaping plan for the area around the Pavilion.

13. Clear adequately sized areas for shoreline fishing.

When considering loca ons for shoreline fishing adequate width and height should be provided to allow two individuals to cast freely. Clearing brush and removing tree limbs below eight feet in height should provide adequate access for fishing.

14. Stabilize erosion on slopes through plan ngs.

Use of na ve, fibrous plants on slopes can help stabilize the soil and prevent erosion.

Na ve and ornamental understory plants under 10’ should be used to naturally stabilize the slope, without obstruc ng viewsheds. In some cases an engineered solu on may be required or preferred.

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15. Enhance landscape plan ngs. Enhancing the natural beauty of the site will only increase park appeal and usage. A diversity of plant species and types of plants should be used. Na ve shade, conifer, ornamental trees should be

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used in associa on with shrubs and perennials.

Bulbs can be added for seasonal interest as well.

Landscape design should reflect the level of desired maintenance the Village can commit to.

Areas of focus include entry and gateway signage, the area surrounding the Pavilion, council ring, public market and staircase down to the island.

One op on is to design the plants in dri s for high impact sec ons of color during bloom me, this reduces the need for maintenance once the plants are established. Plan ng beds should be clear of turf or weeds and should have a cover of mulch, either wood or stone.

16. Plant dense massings to screen undesirable views, create a sense of enclosure (privacy) and block out traffic noise. Groups of evergreen and or shrub plan ngs can screen less than desirable views and help decrease noise. This should be done on the north end of the park near the church, to the west of the water treatment plant to block views and also near Highway 29 to help screen the Aqua c Center and decrease traffic noise.

The land management prac ces described herein are intended to enhance the exis ng posi ve a ributes of the park. While general neglect has created some site challenges (e.g. invasive species, over crowding, etc.) the trees and vegeta on in the park are healthy.

When conduc ng land management ac vi es it is advisable to use a rule of thumb that less is more. The beauty of Pavilion Park has developed over a long period of me and that beauty can be jeopardized with over eager, excessive chain sawing and heavy machinery. When construc on ac vi es are planned the Village should ensure that staff is on sited at all mes to monitor construc on ac vi es to ensure the site is handled with care.

The following sec on provides a discussion on the key a ributes of white pine, red pine, and northern red oak. Addi onal informa on can be found by visi ng the US Forest Service, WDNR, Society of American Foresters, Arbor Day Founda on, Tree City USA, or other similar websites.

CHARACTERISTICS OF PREFERRED TREE SPECIES WHITE PINE (Pinus strobus) Eastern or Northern white pine is among the more rapid growing forest conifers and is an excellent tree for re-foresta on and landscaping.

Height: Grows 50’ - 80’ within the landscape and up to 150’ in the wild Spread: 20’- 40’ Cones Mature: Late August Seed Dispersal and Viability: Occurs within one month of cone maturity. Seeds can travel 200 feet within a stand and 700 feet in open areas. The average seeds per pound is 27,000. Good seed years are every 3-5 years, pests can significantly diminish if not eliminate the cone crop. The number of good seeds varies from 0-73 per cone.

Germina on: Dormancy is broken by moisture of 4050 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-60 days.

Sun light: To ensure proper seed development, light intensity must be 20% of full sunlight. Shade tolerance is intermediate.

Soil: Loamy sands and sandy loams, well drained to somewhat poorly drained loams and silts Major Pests and Diseases: white pine blister rust (Cronatrium ribicola), white pine p weevil (Pissodes strobi Peck) white pine cone beetle, and cone borers.

Sun light: Shade intolerant, causing seeds to grow slowly without proper light. Seedling can become established with 35% full sun and grow well under 45% full sun un l age 5. Seedlings grow best in near full sun.

Major Pests and Diseases: pine needle rust (Coleoporium asterum), Redheaded pine sawfly and tussock moth, Shoot blight and canker.

NORTHERN RED OAK (Quercus rubra) Northern Red or Common Red Oak are an excellent specimen tree that is moderate to fast growing with great form. Typical life span is 80 to 200 years with a maximum of life expectancy of 300-400 years.

Height: 60’ - 75’ Spread: 45’ Pollina on: April to May Seed Dispersal and Viability: Seeds mature September to October the next year, with dispersal September through December.

RED PINE (Pinus resinosa)

Germina on: Red oaks begin to bear fruit at age 25. Good seed years are every 2 to 5 years with germina on in the spring, 2 years a er pollina on.

Stumps spout and can average 24” of growth per year.

Red or Norway pine is the most widely planted tree species in the Great Lakes Region of North America.

Sun light: Mid-tolerant to shade. photosynthesis occurs at 70% shade.

Height: 70’ - 80’ on average, up to 150’ in the wild.

Soil: The best growth occurs on loam to silt loam with a northerly or easterly aspect. Mixed mineral/ humus soils is preferred.

Spread: Pollina on: Flowers are born April to June and pollina on occurs May to June Cones Mature: Late August Seed Dispersal and Viability: Good seed years are every 3-7 years, with bumper crops only every 1012 years. Cone produc on is s mulated by high temperatures during the spring and summer two years before cone matura on.

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Pollina on: May to June

Soil: Loamy sands and sandy loams, well drained, acidic sandy to loamy soils. Red pine is intolerant of high water tables and poor aera on. Natural genera on is best on shaded mineral soil. Red pine generally does not grow well where surface soil is alkaline (pH >6.5).

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Major Pests and Diseases: Oak wilt (CeratocysƟs fagacearum), Gypsy Moth (Lymantria dispar), shoestring root rot, cankers species, carpenter worm, colombian mber beetle, oak mberworm, red oak borer, and two lined chestnut borer.

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Lift station with restroom addition KORT ST

Picnic shelter

Existing historic marker Existing well with rrestroom addition

Vegetated barrier Picnic shelter and playground

Boardw walk k over o er wetland ov Boardwalk Existing Existi Exi ssti tiing n well with equipment storage sttora orage ge g e addition a ition ad add

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Scenic Sce enic overlook ok amphitheatre tre e amphitheatre Restroom Restro room o facilities f ilitie fac iess Public P Pu Pub ublic ub li market market event evve ven ent area area a Kayak/canoe K Ka Kay ak/canoe e launch la nc lau nch h

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Scenic overlook deck Enhanced planting areas Decorative dumpster enclosure

R n garden Rai n Rain Plante ed Planted island ds islands

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Picnic Piccn nic ni i shelter and and nd playground pla pl p llayground

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Scenic overlook with seating Native planting areas

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A summary of recommenda ons and an es mated me line for comple on can be found on the following page. The implementa on me line is separated into three categories short, medium and long term benchmarks based on some of the following factors: •

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Ease of implementa on. Certain projects may require addi onal design and construc on services.

Both the opportunity and need to coordinate with other park improvements.

Expected cost. Projects with higher costs are likely to take longer to implement, as funds become available.

The me line is a guide to help the Village to implement projects in a tangible and mely manner.

The implementa on of specific projects could be affected by availability of grant funding, dona ons, or volunteer assistance. In addi on, the dates for each me line do not necessarily indicate the year projects will start, but rather the date when projects may be completed. Since some mid- and long-term projects may require detailed design work or permi ng, the Village may begin ac vely working toward the comple on of these projects immediately.

Costs provided are preliminary es mates that were made prior to detailed design considera ons and engineering studies. Costs are illustrated in ranges to acknowledge that addi onal factors beyond the scope of this planning process will determine final costs. The selec on of specific materials, vendors and ming of projects will all impact the final cost. Some recommenda ons such as electrical improvements,

landscape design for hardscapes and plan ngs, and playground improvements will require addi onal design services prior to implementa on. In addi on, some of the projects could be completed by Village staff, thus reducing the overall cost of the projects.

Based on available funding certain recommenda ons may be modified or only par ally implemented.

For example, trail projects may be implemented in phases. While the total cost of improvements may seem beyond reach, elements themselves can be constructed in phases spreading out the cost over me. The es mates are a star ng point which can be used to aid in grant applica ons or future department budgets. Poten al funding sources include: • • • • • • • •

Village General Fund Program/Park Fees Dona ons Tax Increment Financing WisDOT Community Sensi ve Design Funds Fund-raising State and Federal Grants Sales from trees removed as part of the land management ac vi es in the park

CONSTRUCTION ASSUMPTIONS 1. New trail construc on cost es mates assume 5 to 8 foot wide asphalt surface with a cost of $9 per square yard.

2. Sidewalk construc on assumes a 5 foot wide concrete walk at $10 per square foot.

ACTION PLAN SUMMARY

This document is intended to help the Village of Rothschild implement the desired vision for Pavilion Park. Comple ng the recommenda ons in phases will, in me, create a park with outstanding scenic views, historical iden ty and character and allow it to become an even greater des na on. The Village Board is ul mately responsibility for implementa on of this plan with assistance from Village staff, exis ng Village commi ees, and the ci zens of Rothschild.

3. The boardwalk on the island es mate assumes a 3 to 5 foot wide wood decking walk at $17.50 per square foot.

4. The boardwalk bridge over the wetland assumes a 5 to 10 foot wide wood decking bridge at $17.50 per square foot.

5. Restroom facility building and addi on costs are based on a construc on cost ranging from $80$250 per square foot.

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Remove the existing lion's shelter and surrounding access drives

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Provide picnic tables, grills, trash and recycling receptacles at designated picnic areas

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Add (9) benches in key locations

$400- $1,500 each

Add a concessions hut to the existing aquatic center

$65,000-$400,000

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Add (4) picnic shelters with electricity

$12,000-$50,000 each

Add (3) restroom facilities with drinking fountains

$30,000-$100,000 each

Provide bike racks

$100-$1,000 each $1,000-$3,000

$3,000-$15,000

F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14

Add an event patio and overlook deck off the west side of the pavilion

Create a lawn amphitheater overlooking the Wisconsin River

$5,000-$10,000

F15

Add a council ring and historical art sculpture near the water treatment plant

$2,000-$5,000

F16

Add (2) playgrounds

F17

Add an equipment storage facility to the existing well with service vehicle access

F18 F19 F20

Add overlook with seating along shoreline near aquatic center

$60,000-$120,000

Add wedding stroll botanical garden

$500,000-$1,000,000

Add public market plaza space and realign staircase below the Pavilion

$200,000-$600,000

Add wharf and pier along the shoreline below the pavilion

$84,000-$105,000

Replace the existing bridge to the island with a 10 ton support arched bridge

$144,000-$192,000

$30,000-$75,000 each $50,000-$100,000 $1,000-$5,000

Add kayak/canoe launch

$2,000-$5,000

Add well/hose to wash off boats at landing

$2,000 - $5,000

T2

Close trail sections that have erosion and accessibility issues and establish a comprehensive, ADA compliant trail system where possible Add a 5' concrete sidewalk align W. Grand Ave. that extends from the intersection of Park Street to Kort Street

T3

Connect the existing concrete sidewalk in front of St. Therese Church to the boat launch

$12,500-$15,000

T4 T5 T6

Enhancing existing trail(s) on the island with a boardwalk

$58,800-$98,000

T7

Add painted crosswalks where any trail crosses a road, specifically along Park Street

S1

Create a comprehensive designed, signage package

S2

Add gateway/entry features at park entrances

S3

Add pedestrian and bicycle directional signage

S4

Consider relocating the existing aquatic center sign

S5

Add historical markers and signage

O1

Limit vehicle access to the island to service and handicap users. Provide (2) designated stalls for parking

O2

Replace existing light fixtures and add additional lighting

$2,500- $4,500 each

O3

Replace existing camera utility poles with a pole similar to selected light fixture pole

$2,500- $4,500 each

O4 O5 O6 O7

Enhance stormwater infrastructure at storm outfalls

O8

Add a weekly Farmers Market and two annual community events

T1

$6,000-18,000 $48,000-$5,000

Add a boardwalk bridge over the wetland on the northern shore of the park.

$5,250-$10,500

Add a pier walk from the island to the boat launch

$140,000-$175,000 $100-$200each Varies $10,000-$50,000 $250-$500 $500-$1,000 $500-$1,500 each $350-$1,000

Varies

Bury all electrical lines Infuse park history through public art installations and naming

Varies

-- ongoing--

Name the island

LM3

Remove dead and hazardous trees

LM4

Enhance view sheds by selectively removed trees

LM8

Selectively thin out understory trees to allow for new trail and facilities

LM9

Continue to remove invasive or unwanted species within the park

Varies No Cost

-- ongoing--

Varies $400-$1,000 each $800-$4,000 $3,200- $9,600

-- ongoing--

Varies

LM12

Restore shorelines with native plant species

LM13

Clear adequately sized areas for shoreline fishing

$2,500-$5,000

LM14

Stabilize erosion on slopes through plantings

$2,000-$15,000

LM15

Enhance landscape plantings

LM16

Plant dense massing to screen undesirable views, create a sense of enclosure (privacy) and block out traffic noise.

LM

All other Land management activities (general management)

Professional Services Inc.

Varies

-- ongoing--

$50,000-$200,000 $50,000-$200,000

-- ongoing--

Varies

GRANT PROGRAMS

Funding Programs by Category Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program The stewardship program was established in 1989 to preserve Wisconsin's most significant land and water resources for future generations and to provide the land base and recreational facilities needed for quality outdoor experiences.

Maximum Award

Application Granting Date Agency

50% local match required

1-May

DNR

50% local match required

1-May

DNR

50% local match required

1-May

DNR

50% local match required

1-May

DNR

Up to 50% of the total projects costs of a recreational trail project.

Payments are reimbursements on costs incurred after project approval.

1-May

DNR

These goals are achieved by acquiring land and easements for conservation and recreation purposed, developing and improving recreational facilities and restoring wildlife habitat.

Aids for Acquisition and Development of Local Parks (ADLP) Helps to buy land for easements and develop or renovate local park and recreation area facilities for nature-based outdoor recreational purposes (e.g. trails, fishing access and park support facilities.)

Urban Green Space (UGS) Helps to Buy land or easements in urban or urbanizing area to preserved the scenic and ecological values of natural open spaces for nature based outdoor recreation, inlcuding non-commercial gardening Urban Rivers (UR) Helps to buy land on or adjacant to rivers flowing through urban or urbanizing areas to preserve or restore the scenic and environmental values of naturebased recreation

PROJECT COSTS & FUNDING

Grant programs are an important source of funding to oset local costs. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources provides a great deal of aid for park and natural resource based projects. Funding levels, deadlines, program criteria and objec ves are rou nely modified. Poten al grant sources are listed below.

Recreational Trails Program Grant

Eligible projects include: maintenance and restoration of existing trails, development and rehabilitation of trailside and trailhead facilities and trail linkages , construction of new trails and acquisitions of easements on property for trails.

May only be used on trail which have been identified in or which furthered a specific goal of a local, county or state trail plan included on reference in a statewide comprehensive outdoor recreation plan required by the federal LAWCON.

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IMPLEMENTATION Funding Programs by Category

Maximum Award

Application Granting Date Agency

Urban Forestry Provides technical service and financial assistance to communities for developing urban forestry programs. Priorities include: 1) Communities needing to develop an urban forestry plan

50% local match required Grants range from $1,000 to $25,000

1-May

DNR

1-Oct

DNR

1-May

DNR

50% local match required

On going

DNR

$100,000

May 1 through August 15

DNR

PARK MASTER PLAN

2) Communities needing worker training and 3)Communities needing to conduct a street tree inventory.

Eligible projects include 1) Undertaking street tree inventories; 2) Training for Village Tree workers; 3) developing urban open space programs; 4) Developing urban forestry plans; 5) Developing a tree ordinance; 6)Developing a public awareness program; 7) Tree planting and maintenance Lake Protection and Classifications Grants Designed to assist lake users, lake communities and local governments as they undertake projects to protect and restore lakes and their ecosystems.

Eligible projects include

Purchase of property or a conservation easement Restoration of wetlands Development of local regulations or ordinances

25% local match required $200, 000 maximum per project

lake classification projects that allow counties to design and implement local land and water management programs that are tailored to specific classes of lakes in response to various development and recreational use pressures (these grants are limited to $50,000).

Lake protection projects recommended in a DNR-approved plan including watershed management, lake restoration, diagnostic feasibility studies, or any other projects that will protect or improve lakes.

Recreational Boating Facilities Grant Construction of capital improvements to provide safe recreational boating faculties and for feasibility studies related to the development of safe recreational facilities.

Also includes purchase of navigations aids, dredging of channels of waterways, and chemically treating Eurasian water milfoil.

Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG) Program funds are available to public and private agencies and marinas and other facilities that provide transient tie-up (10 days or less) opportunities for non-trailerable (26 foot or over in length) recreational boats.

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Eligible facilities include day-docks, transient slips, floating docks and fixed piers, retaining walls, restrooms, recycling and trash receptacles, navigational aids and booms.

Professional Services Inc.

COMMUNITY FUND-RAISING AND VOLUNTEER GROUPS

TAX INCREMENT FINANCING As part of a broader plan to redevelop the area around the park, the Village an cipates crea ng a Tax Incremental Financing District. Many of the projects listed in this plan are TIF eligible project costs, with the excep on that the costs of construc ng new recrea onal buildings (e.g. park shelters) can not be funded with TIF.

COMMUNITY SENSITIVE DESIGN As part of a planned reconstruc on of the WIS 29 bridge over the Wisconsin River in 2014-15, the Village will receive approximately $200,000 in Community Sensi ve Design funds from the WisDOT which it can use for aesthe c enhancements in the planning area.

A park endowment could be developed as a means of providing con nued support for park development.

An endowment is much like a savings account. The money donated is never spent, only the accrued interest can be spent. This ensures that there will be a con nuing source of money for park improvements.

A park endowment fund can provide a means for residents to either bequeath money or provide ongoing dona ons to the Village’s park system, with the certainty that money donated will only be used for the advancement of recrea on in the community.

Dona ons to an endowment fund are typically tax deduc ble under federal and state law.

NEXT STEPS 1. Create Tax Increment Finance District 2. Update Village Comprehensive Outdoor Recrea on Plan 3. Name island, locate on WDNR maps 4. Submit for Stewardship Grant 5. Begin implementa on of Short-term ac on items: • Remove exis ng lion’s shelter • Remove dead or hazardous trees • Selec vely thin out understory trees • Commission designs for: Trails and benches, crosswalks, landscaping, overlook near Aqua c Center, comprehensive designed signage package, restrooms, etc.

PROJECT COSTS & FUNDING

Community groups and civic organiza ons can be addi onal sources of funding as groups are some mes willing to organize fund-raising efforts to assist with project costs. These groups and organiza ons may also be willing to provide volunteer labor hours to smaller, less technical projects such as trail or playground installa ons. Corporate sponsorship may also be possible way to gain financial support for a project. Donors can be recognized for their support through varies means, etched brick, plaque or sign in the park. Many grant programs allow the me and materials donated by volunteers or Village staff for park improvements to be included as part the local match costs of the Village.

PARK ENDOWMENT

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HISTORIC PAVILION