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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBarnstable 2018 OSRP Goal Status - BLT commentsBARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 111 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable 9.3 Goals, Objectives and Actions Goal 1: Protect and maintain a maximum amount of open space to enhance environmental protection, recreational opportunities and community character. Objective Action Parties (Key p.130) Priority Accomplished? BLT Comment 1.1 Continue to apply criteria for prioritizing land acquisition and protection decisions. The criteria reflect a comprehensive and up- to-date evaluation of recreation, conservation and resource protection needs. 1.1.A Refine criteria to reflect a comprehensive evaluation of recreation, conservation and resource protection needs. Factors to be considered include: - Adjacency to protected or potential open space parcels; - Adjacency to surface waters, vernal pools or other wetlands resources; - Location within a mapped critical habitat area or other habitat protection value; - Value for public water supply protection; - Value for recreational purposes such as trails, bike paths; - Conservation restrictions that are not perpetual; - Value for farmland; - Priority status indicated by private land trusts or local/regional entity. PDD, CPC, TM, LAPC 1 Yes, criteria established in Annual CPC Action Plan which was last updated in 2025 The existing criteria for land protection are provided on Page 92 of the 2018 Plan.[GU1] Consider adding climate resiliency criteria, e.g. migration of coastal ecosystems, protection from storm events. Consider adding Zone II wellhead protection area for water supply protection and watersheds to impaired waterbodies consistent with the LCP update. 112 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable 1.1.B Develop a list of priority areas for acquisition and a set of measures to benchmark progress. Priority areas could include water resource protection, completion of the Cape Cod Pathways, and other community and ecological benefits. LAPC, CPC, ConCom, BLT 1 Yes, this list was compiled but needs updating Recommend updating this list as a priority and proactively seeking opportunities for acquisition/protection. BLT is able to assist with this as a project partner. 1.C Review the protection status of Town Land Bank and conservation land, as well as water district land to determine need for additional protection by conservation restriction or other means. LAPC, CPC, ConCom, BLT, water districts 1 Open Space Committee continues to work on this Recommend action on this review as a priority and support from leadership for additional protection as needed. BLT is able to assist with this review if desired. 1.2 Continue the Town’s strong commitment to acquiring open space, consistent with the criteria used to evaluate and guide land protection decisions. 1.2.A Continue to dedicate Town funds for acquisition consistent with the above-named goals CPC, TM, TC 1 Yes, CPC funding augmented with grants Support for land acquisition has been strong. BLT continues to be an important partner in leveraging grant and private funding to supplement CPA funding for land acquisition. Recommend continued support of this important BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 113 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable partnership at the leadership level. 1.2.B Establish municipal capacity (ie, re-instate town position) for proactive acquisition research, grant writing and grant administration to support open space protection and stewardship. PDD 1 Yes, Grants Coordinator position established in Planning department Good progress. Also: Assign open space protection action to a staff member and proactively seek opportunities for land acquisition/protection. BLT is able to assist with this as a project partner[GU2] 1.2.C Monitor the status of land certified under Chapter 61 or 61A and consider any opportunities for purchasing land under a right of first refusal. AD, PDD, TM 2 No, policy will need to be developed (but in the works) Procedures for handling the Ch61 ROFR process are documented through the legislation. Recommend prioritizing documentation of a local policy that clarifies these procedures for town staff and committees, and a procedure for monitoring 114 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable the status of Chapter 61 land. 1.2.D Continue to leverage town funding for open space protection by pursuing partnerships with private organizations, non-profits, other public entities, and community organizations. PDD, CPC, TM 1 Yes, CPC funding As above - BLT continues to be an important partner in leveraging grant and private funding to supplement CPA funding for land acquisition. Recommend continued support of this important partnership at the leadership level. 1.3 Promote policy and regulatory measures to protect open space. 1.3.A Continue the Town land use policy of “undevelopment” for traffic mitigation and associated open space protection and develop a priority list of candidate parcels. PDD, CPC, TM 2 Yes, see 1.1.B Prioritize this action item [GU3]and assign a staff member. 1.3.B Evaluate the success of the Town’s Open Space Residential Development (aka “cluster”) ordinance in preserving open space, and develop recommendations to revise the ordinance PDD, PB, TC 3 No revisions to this ordinance since 2018 1.4 Promote non- regulatory measures to preserve open space. 1.4.A Identify and prioritize parcels for protection through easements, conservation restriction or other non-regulatory means. NR, Cons, TM, PDD, 2 Yes, see 1.1.B Provide examples of priority parcels that have been identified and any BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 115 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable LAPC, ConCom follow up actions toward conservation. Prioritize this action item, partnerships to promote non-regulatory measures such as tax benefits for CRs.[GU4] 1.4.B Review protection status of Town Land Bank and conservation land and evaluate the need for additional protection by conservation restriction or other means if acquired for a specific purpose. For example, place a conservation restriction on all parcels purchased for water resource protection purposes. LAPC, Cons, ConCom 1 Open Space Committee continues to work on this Recommend action on this review as a priority and support from leadership for additional protection as needed. BLT is able to assist with this if desired. 1.4.C Provide public information to land owners regarding conservation restrictions, Chapter 61, 61A, 61B and other alternative land protection strategies LAPC, CPC, Cape Cod Compact of Conservation Trusts, Private Land Trusts 1 No educational program in place Upcoming Landowner Workshop could be an annual scheduled event for the OSC. 116 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable 1.4.D Encourage the accommodation of public access rights in conservation restrictions on non- sensitive land. Include an incentive program for landowner donations. TM, TC, CPC, LAPC 2 Yes, CPC does this Clarify what is meant by “incentive program” here? 1.5 Promote stewardship of protected open spaces, including expanded use of volunteers and community organizations to augment limited town resources. 1.5.A Encourage the development of a financial and management plan as a prerequisite to new open space acquisitions. The plan would demonstrate funding sources for improvements and ongoing maintenance. TM, TC, CPC 2 Yes, CPC does this Is lack of committed resources a barrier to proactively seeking new open space acquisition opportunities? Look at alternatives such as land trust partnerships that can leverage volunteers for stewardship. 1.5.B Review land management plans for town conservation areas and update as necessary to reflect implementation or changing conditions. Specific issues to consider in the review of plans include: -Best Management Practices for managing invasive species -Opportunities to enhance public access or remove barriers to access -Strategies for fire prevention CD, NR, ConCom 3 Long Beach Conservation Area plan completed in 2021 but remains ongoing effort . Several controlled burns completed in Crockers Neck and West Barnstable Conservation Area Consider alternatives such as land trust fee-for- service to accomplish these tasks with increased efficiency by leveraging community volunteers. BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 117 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable 1.5.C Promote coordinated management of protected open space where multiple town departments are involved; Asset Management Team 1 Ongoing 1.5.D Coordinate land management practices with private, state and federal landowners of significant open space in Town. Cons, NR, MADFG, MADCR 3 Ongoing 1.5.E Evaluate the status of completed or ongoing tidal restoration projects (ie., Stewart’s Creek, Bridge Creek), and use information for developing best practices for tidal restoration. Continue to pursue opportunities and grants to remove tidal restrictions and restore salt marshes and coastal wetlands, specifically: Rendezvous Creek, Maraspin Creek Cons, DPW, ConCom 1 Bridge Creek done? Stewarts Creek? 1.5.F Identify opportunities to develop existing open spaces with self-sustaining improvements, such as the Coastal Mitigation Nursery. PDD, NR 2 No 1.5.G Establish a management plan for Santuit Preserve; establish a five-member management team consisting of members of the three ownership interests: Barnstable, Mashpee and the State LAPC, TM, DPW, appropriate state agency, Property Management 1 Yes, but needs updating 118 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable or Future Asset Management Dep 1.5.H Continue to provide support for projects to reconstruct fish passages, treat stormwater and protect shellfish sites, including Hinckley’s Pond. DPW, NR, Cons 1 Ongoing, eligible for CPC funding 1.5.I Explore eligibility of land acquisition projects under the MA Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation Plan, in order to seek funding from the NOAA Coastal and Estuarine Land Conservation Program PDD, LAPC, MCZM 3 Grant programs have changed, goal no longer relevant Consider MVP grant and other funding programs 1.5.J Continue efforts with the Cape Cod Commission to study sea level rise. Identify ongoing studies needed to address coastal erosion and sea level rise, including further assessment of loss of sediment along the Cape Cod Bay. Implement any recommended management practices designed to preserve public access and ecosystem services. PDD, TM 1 Town continues to work with Cape Cod Commission on this issue BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 119 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable Goal 2: Plan, coordinate and execute open space protection measures that complement community efforts to protect water supply, protect fresh and marine surface waters, preserve historic, scenic and cultural resources, and provide opportunities for farming and agriculture. Objective Action Parties (Key p.130) Priority Accomplished? BLT Comments 2.1 Coordinate open space protection measure with efforts to protect the Town’s groundwater supply for current and future needs. 2.1.A Identify and inventory the protection status of all fire and water district lands; prioritize water department parcels in need of protection through conservation restriction; place conservation restriction on all parcels purchased for water protection purposes. PDD, DPW, F/WD, TM, HWD, LAPC 1 Open Space Committee can request if there are any Zone I properties needed protection Consider protection of Zone II wellhead protection land also. Prioritize this action item to ensure adequate level of protection. 2.1.B For the Hyannis Water District, continue the ongoing research the feasibility and strategic considerations of selling or exchanging excess property with a DPW, HWD, LD 1 Ongoing 120 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable goal to increase ownership and control of Zone I areas. 2.1.C Continue to work actively and collaboratively with the Commonwealth on new well exploration. TM, DPW, F/WD, DEP, MADFG, USGS 1 Ongoing 2.1.D Provide planning support as needed to ongoing fire and water district efforts to secure lands to meet regulatory standards for buffers around all wells in a MassDEP Zone I. PDD, DPW, F/WD, HWD 1 Repeat of above Consider Zone II drinking water protection area also 2.1.E Develop management plans for water district lands that encompass: - Creative options for monitoring and enforcement of access restrictions on water district land, such as volunteer-based programs; - Partnerships with the Town and local private land trusts for land acquisition, clean-up and stewardship; - Protection of water district lands from forest fires; DPW, F/WD, HWD 1 Yes, each district has management regulations Monitor impacts from illegal use of open space property and increase enforcement. For example, illegal dirt bike and ATV use and illegal dumping. BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 121 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable - Clarification on legal and desirable public access for non-detrimental activities. 2.1.F Evaluate the need for changes to the Town’s Groundwater Protection Overlay District to increase protection of zones of contribution to public water supply PDD, F/WD 1 No, continue to monitor Consider prioritizing land protection in the overlay district 2.2 Coordinate open space protection measures with efforts to protect wildlife habitat and augment the Town’s green corridors and spaces. 2.2.A Inventory parcels which, if protected or reclaimed as open space, would present opportunities to link green spaces and create or re- establish connections between fragmented forests and critical habitat areas. Use the Corridors and Centers map and analysis found in the Barnstable Comprehensive Plan as a guide to acquiring land. PDD, NR, LAPC 1 Yes, CPC ongoing priority Proactively seek opportunities for acquisition/protection. BLT is able to assist with this as a project partner 2.2.B Explore all opportunities to establish greenway linkages and reconnect habitat fragments, including easements, Transfer of Development Rights (TDR), and un- PDD, NR, LAPC 2 Yes, CPC ongoing priority Proactively seek opportunities for acquisition/protection. BLT is able to assist with this as a project partner 122 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable development as well as purchase of open undeveloped land. 2.2.C Continue development of a “green infrastructure” plan to identify, prioritize, and present strategies and resources to link open spaces and areas of habitat. PDD, TC, LAPC, ConCom 2 Repeat 2.2.D Review and revise as necessary development permit review procedures to ensure that all projects are checked against NHESP rare and estimated habitat maps to see if they must file a request for information from NHESP. Currently only projects requiring wetlands review have this requirement. PDD, ConDiv 2 Conservation Department does this as a part of permit review 2.2.E Continue to pursue opportunities to restore herring runs, including Hinckley’s Pond, to support anadromous fish populations and coastal fisheries. NR, DPW 1 Check with DNR 2.3 Coordinate open space protection measures with efforts to protect fresh and marine 2.3.A Support continued strict application of regulations designed to protect coastal and freshwater wetlands, and in particular no build ConCom, Cons 1 Ongoing BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 123 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable wetlands and surface waters. and no disturb buffer zone requirements. 2.3.B Seek opportunities to preserve land adjacent to anadromous fish runs. NR, CPC, LAPC 2 Ongoing Proactively seek opportunities for acquisition/protection. BLT is able to assist with this as a project partner 2.3.C Support local wastewater management and nutrient management plans and projects through the coordination of open space purchases for wastewater treatment and/or effluent discharge. PDD, DPW, ConCom, ConDiv 1 Yes, effluent recharge (McManus property) 2.3.D Promote the implementation of the 2009 Coastal Resource Management Plan recommendations that relate to public beaches and water access and natural habitat protection. PDD, NR, Cons, ConCom 2 Check Plan 2.3.E Develop a coastal resource management plan for North side waters; and pursue next steps TM, TC, PDD 3 Check 124 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable identified in the 2016 Sediment Budget for Sandwich and Barnstable Coasts of Cape Cod Bay. Dredge management plan 2.3.F Complete the updating of the Barnstable Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. PDD, MEA, F/WD, DPW 2 Yes 2.4 Preserve opportunities to protect land available for farming in balance with groundwater protection, and support market development of locally grown produce. 2.4.A Inventory and map all lands that are currently used for agricultural purposes and all lands that have high value or potential based on soils, parcel size, or other factors. Identify parcels with high or potential agricultural value. PDD, AgCom 3 No Consider AGR and other programs to protect farmland with benefits to the landowner 2.4.B Monitor land certified under Chapter 61A and if available under a right of first refusal, seek to purchase and continue its use for agricultural purposes. AD, TM, LAPC 3 Ongoing Assign staff to this role and ensure all relevant parties are aware of the ROFR procedure. 2.4.C Explore Right to Farm ordinance. AgCom 3 No 2.4.D Support agricultural land use by supporting farmers markets, “buy local” promotional programs and AgCom, HyBID, RSD 3 Ongoing BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 125 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable Goal 3: Provide diverse recreational opportunities and access throughout Barnstable and ensure that current and future needs of all user groups are appropriately met. other steps to support markets for locally grown produce. 2.4.E Increase opportunities for horticulture, including an increase in the number of community garden plots available to the public, particularly in Environmental Justice communities, and a new Barnstable Grows program AgCom 2 No 2.4.F Monitor status of County Farm and seek right of first refusal in the event the County decides to dispose of the property LD, TM, TC 3 Ongoing Objective Actions Parties (Key p.130) Priority Accomplished? BLT Comments 3.1 Explore ways to ensure sustained 3.1.A Encourage the development of a financial plan as a prerequisite to land acquisition or facility CSD/RD, TM, TC 1 126 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable funding for recreation facility maintenance. development. The plan would demonstrate funding sources for start-up costs and on-going operations and/or maintenance. The 2017 Field Study will serve as a strategic resource plan for undertaking necessary improvements and maintenance of town and School Department fields and outdoor facilities. 3.2 Support the operation of the Hyannis Youth and Community Center. 3.2.A Promote year-round use to engender diverse activities and generate revenues CSD 1 Ongoing 3.2.B Balance local recreation needs with regional use and facility capacity CSD 2 Ongoing 3.3 Provide adequate active recreation facilities for youth, adults and seniors. 3.3.A Update the 2012 Recreation Commission report, which took an in- depth assessment of the 88 facilities under the Recreation Division’s purview. Complete any outstanding work on the prioritized locations. RD, PDD 3 Recreation Commission Recreation Facility Evaluation completed in 2020 3.3.C Implement the recommendations of the 2017 Athletic Field Needs Assessment prepared for the Recreation Division RD, SD 1 Ongoing, but many projects completed BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS by Weston and Sampson for all municipal and School Department athletic fields and outdoor facilities. 3.3.D Explore the potential for increasing or upgrading playground spaces and equipment in all villages, including tennis courts and skate board parks. Relocate the Marstons Mills Tennis Courts from School Department to Town property so they can be resurfaced for the public and available to the public during school hours. RD, SD 2 Ongoing 3.3.E Complete the priority improvements recommended in the 2012 Recreation Commission report. RD 2 Recreation Commission Recreation Facility Evaluation completed in 2020 3.3.F Encourage development of a town-wide bikeway network and -pursue inclusion of bikeways in road construction projects PDD, DPW 2 128 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable -identify opportunities for off-street paths -coordinate connections with the regional bikeway system 3.3.G Continue support for the successful and popular Sail Cape Cod program which provides sailing programs for disabled individuals CSD, CPC, DisabCom 3 Yes, support of program has continued 3.3.H Provide support for implementing the restoration improvements called for in the Hyannis Golf Course master plan, and other upgrades needed for Olde Barnstable Fairgrounds Golf Course GD, GC 3 Repairs completed to both courses but renovations are ongoing 3.3.I Walk Library" whereby a link (or links) on the Town website would be available for self-guided walks in a database. That is, we would have a spreadsheet with a walk described with various features, like village it is located in, length of the path, time to complete, ruggedness of terrain, etc. Then folks can search for a walk by village, time to complete, etc. Each walk would also have a LAPC 1 BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS map that could be downloaded on a computer or phone. 3.4 With support and input from residents, pursue recreation facilities improvements in each village. 3.4.A Find a suitable location to replace the rectangular playing field formerly behind the Barnstable Community Horace Mann School in order to provide a soccer, football, lacrosse field in the village of Hyannis. RD 2 No alternative location ID’ed but outdoor soccer cage used seasonally at HYCC 3.4.B Identify, acquire and develop land for outdoor recreation facilities (parks, playgrounds, playing fields) in the Cummaquid area to complement private facilities RD 3 Renovation of Barnstable Hollow Field complete and Master Plan for Hathaway’s underway 3.4.C In Centerville, upgrade the playground which is in disrepair, and the field space across from the Centerville Elementary School per the recommendations of the 2017 Field Study. DPW, RD 3 Ongoing 3.4.D Continue upgrades of recreation facilities in Hyannis: RD 2 McKeon Field renovation completed 130 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable • Hyannis West lost playing field with the addition of pre- school. Complete work recommended in the 2017 Field Study • McKeon Field - No work has moved forward other than water going to the snack bar Lopes Field - Major work has been done and is now mid level playable. 3.4.E In Osterville, the 2017 Field study will assist in mobilizing resources for planned improvements. RD 3 Renovation of softball field complete, additional improvements ongoing 3.4.F In West Barnstable, complete and maintain projects at Lombard’s Field (Scorer box), and Lukes Love playground (parking and entrances and exits) RD 3 Project complete 3.4.G In Barnstable, acquire and develop field space for adult baseball, soccer and lacrosse and upgrade the Barnstable-West Barnstable Elementary Playground RD, SD 3 Playground at BWB upgraded BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS 3.5 Provide adequate passive recreation facilities and programs. 3.5.A Complete the construction of a Dog Park currently being built at Hathaway’s Park entrance on town Recreation land. MEA, DPW 3 Yes 3.5.B Identify locations that have the potential to provide improved access for hand-carried boats; specifically explore locations at Barnstable Harbor, Haywards Landing, Three Bays. The Best Buddies lot the Town leases May to September would be an ideal access to set up and have rentals available. MEA, PDD 2 3.5 C Identify locations that have the potential to provide opportunities for passive recreation including: -paved walking paths and fitness trails -interpretive nature trails -expanded fitness programs (yoga, tai chi, pilates). Seek grant funds to implement. Ensure that design and materials minimize maintenance needs and CS, PDD 3 Expanded offering of fitness programs provided at BACC and HYCC, other improvements ongoing Suggest partnering with BLT on this to share and promote existing programming to a wider audience and identify opportunities for expansion. 132 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable advertise the availability of completed trails and programs. 3.6 Coordinate planning for a greenway network. 3.6.A Maximize opportunities for trailways, bikeways, Cape Cod Pathways, and connections between open spaces PDD, DPW, CPC, LAPC 3 Ongoing 3.6.B Continue planning and design for a connection to the regional bikeway network through the Mass Fisheries and Wildlife Hyannis Ponds property, across Route 132 and into Sandwich. PDD, CPC, LD, DPW MassDOT, MADCR 1 3.6.C Explore Rails with Trails and other opportunities to create a connection between the planned regional bikeway and downtown Hyannis. PDD, DPW, LD, TM 2 3.7 Explore opportunities for expanding park space in Hyannis south of Route 28, and in other villages as appropriate. 3.7.A Increase access to open space and recreational opportunities for Environmental Justice populations CS, PDD 2 CDBG funds have funded youth scholarship programs Support opportunities for publicly accessible protected open space areas within underrepresented communities, e.g. the old Twin Brooks golf course property, now BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS Goal 4: Provide adequate public access to and safe enjoyment of the Town’s open space and recreational resources and programs, particularly its shoreline areas and fresh and marine waterways. Access should be provided in balance with resource sustainability. Objective Actions Parties (Key p.130) Priority Accomplished? BLT Comments 4.1 Pursue opportunities to enhance coastal and freshwater access. 4.1.A Look for opportunities to protect open space adjacent to coastal resource areas for public access and/or resource protection, through acquisition or alternative land protection tools. MEA, PDD, CPC, LAPC 1 Ongoing Assign open space protection action to a staff member and proactively seek opportunities for land acquisition/protection. BLT is able to assist with this as a project partner[GU5] owned by Riverview School. 3.7.B Develop a parks plan for Hyannis Village, in support of the Growth Incentive Zone land use objectives PDD 2 No 134 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable 4.1.B Improve parking areas at the following locations: Covells and Craigville beach, and Prince Avenue. MEA, DPW 2 Covell’s and Craigville parking lots renovated 4.1.C Upgrade and maintain trail system, bathhouse and picnic area at Hathaway’s Pond. Provide sand at Joshua's Pond & Hathaway's Pond RD, Cons, DPW 3 Master plan ongoing at Hathaways, Joshua Pond project ongoing 4.1.D Identify town resources and responsibilities necessary for maintaining town Ways to Water, including the following activities: clarifying deeds and titles, improvements and maintenance, identifying grant opportunities, enhancing parking facilities and pursuing new opportunities for ways to water. TC, LD, TM, DPW, LAPC, CPC, MEA 2 4.1.E Support public shellfish propagation and continued public access to designated Shellfish Recreation Areas. MEA, Shellfish Comm, TM 1 Ongoing 4.2 Reduce or eliminate barriers to accessibility at 4.2.A Develop a list of accessibility improvements at ways to water and DisabCom/HR, PDD 2 BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS major conservation and recreation areas and facilities throughout Town. major conservation and recreation areas, and prioritize for importance. 4.2.B Complete accessibility projects identified in the 2010 Beach Inventory and subsequent updates. DPW, RD, DisabCom 1 4.2.C Complete accessibility projects at the two municipal golf courses; CSD, DisabCom 2 Ongoing 4.2.D Build additional accessible playgrounds similar to Luke’s Love in West Barnstable. Maintain the accessible playground at Veteran's Park Beach; relocate and upgrade the Luke’s Love Playground. Provide accessible playgrounds at Osterville and Centerville. CSD, DisabCom 2 Centerville and Osterville playgrounds upgrades ongoing 4.2.E Continue to improve accessibility signage at all town facilities. DisabCom/HR 3 4.2.F Pursue CDBG and other grant funds for accessibility improvements. PDD, DisabCom/HR 1 Ongoing 4.3 Enhance access to open space and 4.3.A Develop an outreach and communications plan to ensure that CS, PDD, RD 1 136 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable recreation programs and facilities by Environmental Justice populations. Environmental Justice populations are aware of open space and recreational facilities located throughout the Town 4.3.B Assess the supply of recreational facilities and programs in areas with significant Environmental Justice populations and determine whether additional or modified programs and facilities are called for. CS, PDD, RD 2 4.3.C Increase parks and open space in underserved areas including Hyannis, Centerville, and Barnstable Village. Increase Parks and open space in underserved areas in all villages. School playgrounds are not available during school hours and preschool and home schooled children need playgrounds and facilities for play. PDD, RD 1 BARNSTABLE LAND TRUST COMMENTS ON 2018 OSRP GOAL STATUS Goal 5: Promote greater coordination and communication about community open space and recreation needs within government and among stakeholder groups in the Town. Objective Action Parties (Key p.130) Priority Accomplished? BLT Comments 5.1 Establish an implementation process for the OSRP 2018. 5.1.A Coordinate implementation through the Planning and Development Department and involve municipal departments and boards and private stakeholder groups in setting annual action plans and reporting progress. PDD, working with LAPC and RD 1 No Recommend prioritizing this action item to help ensure that the plan’s vision becomes reality 5.2 Establish regular coordination and communication among municipal and private organizations involved in open space protection. 5.2.A Convene meetings of water/fire districts, LAPC, conservation, private land trusts to review land management and acquisition and protection priorities. PDD, LAPC, F/WD, Cons, Private Land Trusts 2 Recommend prioritizing this action item. BLT is a willing partner. 5.3 Promote public awareness and support for open space acquisition. 5.3.A Use local media, outreach and other forums to convey information about benefits of open space protection, including environmental LAPC, CPC, CSD, Private Land Trusts 1 No Recommend prioritizing this action item. BLT is a willing partner. 138 Open Space and Recreation Plan 2018 • Town of Barnstable and aesthetic benefits and boost to property values and local economy 5.4 Reduce roadside litter 5.4 Pursue coordinated efforts to eliminate roadside litter through a combination of public education, town and village based initiatives, and business and tourist organization support. Community Organizations, Town 2 Ongoing 5.5 Update the OSRP for approval in 2023. 5.4.A Begin process of updating the OSRP in 2023 PDD, LAPC 3 No