Title
Lynch Park Revitalization (B)
Explanation
Staff and landscape architects from Zamia Design will present information related to the design work and redevelopment preparation underway at Lynch Park. Staff will present the proposed design concept for the park. After receiving input from the CRA, the park's design will be finalized and the project will be bid for construction and implementation, with a goal to begin construction by the end of the year. According to the vision of Staff, DRAB, the CRA, the City Commission, and the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board, the revitalized park will include an off-leash dog park as well as an attractive landscaped plaza area. The park will incorporate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles, and will include new fencing, new planting/landscaping materials, park furniture, interior lighting, and signage. Additionally, work will encompass extensive pruning of under-story plants and tree limbs, in order to raise the tree canopy and visually open and brighten the park space. The finished product will be renamed "Haisley Lynch Gardens," in accordance with the wishes of Mrs. Mary H. Lynch, who donated the land to the City in 1956. The park will include high-quality design and fixtures (including new "Oval Series Atria" lights from Lumec), befitting its status as a prominent Downtown green space, a gateway to the Porters community, and an important link between the Central Business District and the emerging South Main/Depot Park center. Equally important, the space will once again function as a beautiful, inviting, utilized, and active component of the public realm.
Fiscal Note
$73,000 is currently budgeted for Lynch Park improvements in account 9999-610-W237. An additional $12,000 is proposed in the FY09 Budget for a total budget of $85,000 redevelopment of park.
Recommendation
CRA Executive Director to the CRA: Hear an update and provide feedback to CRA staff.