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<br /> <br />HUG16015-Parks, Trails, and Open Space DRAFT Chapter 21 <br />08/16/17 <br />Inventory and Needs Assessment <br />Multiple sources must be considered when identifying the needs of a parks system. This needs assessment relies on community engagement as part of the Comprehensive Plan Update, research on trends, findings from benchmark communities and <br />analysis completed by nearby communities. <br /> <br />[Insert list of resources] <br />Recreation Demand <br />Parks that are close to home <br />Natural areas, specifically xx <br />Outdoor activities (Hiking, Biking, Fitness trails, Disc Golf, Mountain Biking) <br />Multi-Access Facilities (facilities for all ages and abilities) <br />[Others as determined by public meeting] <br />Parkland <br />Using the standards identified in the 2008 plan and benchmarking metrics from the National Parks and Recreation Association (NPRA), the amount of parkland provided to residents is evaluated. This process provides empirical feedback on how much <br />parkland the City should plan for. <br /> Level of Service (LOS) <br />(Acres per 1,000 residents) <br />Acres needed by 2040 to <br />Maintain 2008 Standard <br />Park Type 2008 Projected <br />(LOS) <br />Current LOS in <br />Hugo <br />2040 Projection <br />(Full Development) <br />Neighborhood Park <br />Community Park <br />Regional Parks, State Lands <br />and Private Recreation Areas <br />