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MICHIGAN UM GRANT #NA-80-AA-H-CZ157 SUBTASK * o tit .-S SB 483 H6 H65 1981 WARD B. DUNTON PARK DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLA@ v- HOWARD B. DUNTON PARK DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN HOLLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP Property of CSC Library HOLLAND, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 1981 PLANS PREPARED BY THE TEAM OF: PLAN PREPARED WITH FUNDING ASSISTANCE FROM M. C. SMITH & ASSOCIATES, INC. THE MICHIGAN COASTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE - LAND PLANNING ADMINISTERED BY THE PARK & RECREATION PLANNING - URBAN DESIGN MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 529 GREENWOOD AVENUE, S.E. LAND RESOURCES PROGRAM DIVISION EAST GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49506 IN COOPERATION WITH THE NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION AREND J. FREYLING LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT 1596 LYON, N.E. PLANNING ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49503 HOLLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP OFFICIALS AND CITIZENS PREIN & NEWHOF, P.C. ENGINEERS - PLANNERS 3000 EAST BELTLINE, N.E. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49505 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Project Background Access/Location Adjacent Land Use Project Description ENVIRONMENTAL INVENTORY & ANALYSIS Existing Site Conditions Soils and Slopes Soil Boring Data Landform & Hydrological Yegetation & Micro. Inventory & Analysis Site Utilization Potentials DESIGN CONCEPT Lake Front and Marsh Areas Natural Extensive Use Area Community Recreation MASTER PLAN Northeast Section Southeast Section Southwest Section Northwest Section Central Section IMPLEMENTATION Cost Projections I I I I I I I I I I. I I I I INTRODUCTION I PROJECT BACKGROUND The Howard B. Dunton Park Site, approximately 12.'3acres in size is located on Lake Macatawa south of Howard Street and east of the extension of Jackson Street. The area preserves a unique waterfront with potential for water related activities and aesthetic value. The plan provides an opportunity for improving the environmental quality of the area serving as a positive contrast to the adjacent commercial and industrial sites. The Park Site is being planned for Holland Charter Township under the Michigan Coastal Management Program by the planning team of Arend J.'Freyling, Prein & Newhof, P.C. and M. C. Smith & Associates, Inc. ACCESS/LOCATION The project site is conveniently located on Howard Street, one mile- west of the intersection of Howard and River Avenue. River Avenue is the primary artery that connects to the principal downtown and financial district of the City of Holland. Douglas Avenue, one block north is a principal artery running*west through Park Township to the resort area connecting Lake Macatawa and Lake Michigan. Highways serving the area include U.S. 31, a limited access expressway running north- south, M-40; a south-east highway, M-21 a highway running to the east, and 1-96 connecting with the Interstate Highway System. LAKEWOOD BLVD TO 1- 196 DOWNTOW N LAKE HOLLAND MICHIGAN HOWARD B. DUNTON PARK @\LVD ADJACENT LAND-USE. The Park property is currently industrially zoned. It is located adjacent to a large industrial complex owned by the Park Davis Corporation and a narrow strip of land owned by Chris Craft Corporation for use as -a launch' r.amp.. R6sidential areas border the park on Howard Avenue. An elementary school is located on the northeast border across from Howard Avenue. Douglas Avenue, one block north of Howard is predominately a commercial area; with speciality shops., food stores, and service stations. LEGEND COMM&RCIAL- FM*L M119 I -@Y -C-H00Lj5 j C+iUR(,HE5 @I,,PEVELOMP L4JI2 MI? PAFK5 @,-\zTitzj R@-CfIEArOm PADLII&S LAYZ '/,l<ATAWA, AKEA\ LEGEND A@k6HH@, MM@ MFVILJM TO 5MALL CRAFT L @@(AM@F J-W PY SMAU- C9AFT T @A@ Hp\VF-,A YA(-H -4-ue@ a@ff R4,YF-W MAXINA W(- A\-CHDRAGE MAAIWA MAKIWE. 6F-KVIC4 '/A,(,AfP\WA FM YA(-Hf CLUE$ 70 -zL,@SAW SHIFYARP RR N'S MARIWE@, Q@j 50,1H SHORP, MAFINF- ND J. FREYLING PARK & RECREATION PLANNING HOWARD B. DUNTON PA EIN & NEWHOF P.C. ENGINEERING & PLANNING OCATION ADJACENI E RE AR A RE L 'KTmpRc. SMITH & ASSOCIATES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE HOLLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHITN PROJECT DESCRIPTION A portion of a much larger wetland/marsh The'location on Lake Macatawa, a medium area still remains in the Park Site. The sized body of water leading into Lake Michigan majority of the original marsh was destroyed affords excellant opportunities for boating, by filling prior to the townships acquisition fishing,*and providing scenic areas. Due to a of the land'. Local residents and many school lack of public water recreation facilities, the children.from the nearby elementary school area is an ideal location for a boat launch often observed the wildlife and natural systems of the marsh prior to its destruction. and fishing piers. An increase in leisure time The plan proposes to restore some of the and interest in boating and fishing in Holland Township depict the need for additional water existi.ng marsh lands with boardwalks and trail related activities. systems for educational purposes. C3 M QUPT OftZMCOD UNCH "D GC4Ux:)L 71 arm rr-I :brEN. W"M T-1 AU( I I I I I I I I I I I I t ENVIRONMENTAL INVENTORY & ANALYSIS I I ENVIRONMENTAL INVENTORY & ANALYSIS The site has a variety of environmental features with wetlands, mature trees, a mixture of undergrowth, and a stable shoreline. Portions of the site were previously filled and some of the wetlands and mature trees were lost'to this filling which left several large, flat open areas. A study of the existing environmental features was conducted to determine the limitations and potentials for future park utilization. The environmental inventory and analysis includes a review of the land- forms; hydrol.ogy; slopes; soils; ecological associations; vegetation; microclimates; wind patterns; erosion; existing features; views; vehicular circulation and access to establish the site utilization potentials. Soil borings were taken to determine stable and fragile areas. The findings of the inventory and analysis are presented graphically with descriptive notes. @4@ (IF W, -7@ A.D H- -' Ilk C44 AMA IND WAT Fr A i"s wlu_ lwr @N - AN.-Ilk4p-T.0 Fj rog @L -Mg OvF5 FD4CU4@. IND =IZA "7 @.T 10TENT- IMCk,'CSl' N@L V- I -@lu r-,mNT,..L:T (.- - @ MCR""@ FUWMS-op-`@ &@OAW -09A' lle.5 - a ell@ v 9A67 @FWWAT UNATTV@TNE @WLD MAJ@M @-@web 'oft llux'r @rw I apx- VA ell -p 14- PLM@N -Ts AN. ui 17 -. 5@" uj 1-eA@NT O@N@ lzw 0. Z%"N @D IND MKM@ IN IlTull". I- 14AT -N IN @w UP cn H,-ET@ 1. 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ENG-*,EEP41r3 & PLANNING SITE UTILIZATION HOLLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN ARNSMITH & ASSOCIATES LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE I I I @ I I I I I I I I I -.I DESIGN CONCEPT 4@1 I I DESIGN CONCEPT LAKEFRONT AND MARSH AREAS The shoreline The design concept for the park combines along Lake Macatawa and the marsh areas are the preceeding ideas to create a neighborhood recognized as the most unique and attractive park that: landscape Within the park. The retention and a) Retains and enhances the environmental enhancement of this illustrious environment quality of the entire park area, is accomplished by placing activities throughout, especially the lake shoreline. while protecting sensitive and fragile areas. b) Provides a dispersal of developed areas and activities to prevent over- A boardwalk, nature observation, fishing and a use and protect fragile areas. boat launch area will be located along this c) Allows public access to water recreation, corridor. Picnicking and scenic viewpoints will with opportunities for both young and old. be located outside but adjacent to these areas. The park concept evolved from a synthesis of NATURAL EXTENSIVE USE AREAS The natural the analysis findings. The external influences, extensive use areas are located on site site and perceptual conditions, and suitable conditions.that can withstand high use pressures. recreational activities for the area were The group picnic areas, open play area, and considered to formulate a concept that is parking are located in this area with restrooms compatibl-e with the natural and social environ- and s.helters as support facilities. ment. The primary elements of the Master Plan are: COMMUNITY RECREATION The proposed location of an amphitheater is adjacent to the parking areas, and set into the sloped area of the western section of the park. The childrens play area also utilizes this landscape feature with a slide set into the sloped bank. Circular picnic areas are designed to accomodate groups. I I I I I I I I I I I I I I DEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN I NORTHEAST SECTION EXISTING CHARACTER The northeast section is an upland woodlot with mature trees, woody MASTER PLAN shrubs and a variety of understory growth. Input from public officials and local A mixture of oak, cherry, maple, beech and citizens aided in determining the appropriate pine trees create a cool, densely shaded activities and character of the park. Alternative environment which is ideal for picnicking. preliminary concept plans were developed and DEVELOPED CHARACTER A pleasant vehicular reviewed by public officials and local citizens. entryway into the park has been created in Refinements of the prelminary concept plans-were this area which meanders through the trees made and finalized into a master plan. and leads to the launch ramp parking. The future park development includes picnic Pedestrian access from Howard Street links the picnic areas. Picnic tables and grills areas, play areas, an amphitheater, restroom I radiate from central shelter buildings. A buildings, parking areas, boardwalks, fishing crushed stone surface will add texture.and and viewing docks, open play space and a boat color contrast. A boardwalk with interpretive launch area. Development will be limited to moderate use, in order to preserve its aesthetic s.ignage from the entry drive leads throughout character. It is a portion of the Township's the marsh lands to the south and leads to long range program to reclaim Lake Macatawa steps Up the sloped region towards a restroom frontage for public recreation and open space and picnic areas. use. The following are descriptions of the SOUTHEAST SECTION Master Plan. These descriptions outline the EXISTING CHARACTER This area is flat, existing site character of sections of the open with sparse vegetation bordered byt@,- plan and then describe the character of the lakefront. This area contains large pieces area following development. of broken concrete and piles of miscellaneous fill materials 'which will need to be removed understory along the lakefront create a natural- from the site. Along the lakefront are Black lakefront character. Willow trees, al der, and dogwood trees with DEVELOPED CHARACTER This area is designed a dense understory. to fully utilize its lakefront orientation. On DEVELOPED CHARACTER Trees will be planted top of the sloped bank are two picnic areas along the vehicul .ar drive to continue the wooded which overlook Lake-Macatawa. Picnic tables feeling. The launch ramp parking is located and grills will be located on a crushed stone off,the entry drive with spaces for-cars and surface. Walkways connect to parking and the trailers. The drive will lead into the boardwalk area . Parking for twenty cars makes launch ramp with a central dock. Fishing and this area assessible for all age groups. A viewing docks, along the shoreline will be fishing and viewing pier with benches and a connected by walkways. A buffer planting of shade structure extends out into the lake. trees will border the eastern edge of the Boat tie ups are on the east side of the pier. parking area. A restroom will be located The boardwalk extends off the pier with decks adjacent to the parking area, with a walkway and benches. leading towards the shoreline. An extension of the boardwalk will angle off the drive close NORTHWEST SECTION to the launch ramp. This area will be adequately . EXISTING CHARACTER The northwest section lit for night time boating and fishing. contains upland woodlot vegetation of mature SOUTHWEST SECTION trees, woody shrubs and a variety of understory growth. A portion of this area has been cleared EXISTING CHARACTER The southwest section and filled. This area is higher than other site is the most scenic landscape with exceptional portions and provides some good views over the views towards the lake.. Along the edge of the site towards the lake. shoreline is a sloped bank. This area is DEVELOPED CHARACTER An entry drive through wooded with mature red and black oak, cherry and this heavily wooded area leads directly into a, some locust trees. Woody shrubs and a dense small semi-circular parking area. A walkway connects Howard Avenue and winds around the the natural setting. parking area. A drive will continue to serve the residential area bordering the site. The CENTRAL SECTION previous drive will be closed, so the residential EXISTING CHARACTER The central section road will radiate from the park entry. There contains the major wetland. The marsh area has are additional picnic centers in 'this area willow trees scattered throughout with older, connected by a restroom facility. Steppi.ng down red an.d grey dogwood, and bank willows along the slope a children's play area begins with a the edges. A variety of marsh vegetation and wave slide set into the slope and landing in a wildlife create an atmosphere full of sights sand bed. The c'h -ildrens play area is designed and sounds. A portion of this section is a to provide a sequence of experiences for a modified environment of sandy fill which is variety of age groups. These will be developed relatively flat and contains no vegetation to allow for creative play experiences in safe cover. This area wil .1 be planted with turf settings. The play apparatus included offer climbinq. swinging, crawling, jumpiniq, bending grass. DEVELOPED CHARACTER A boardwalk zig- and pulling. A textural'contrast of.wood zags throughout the marsh with decks ai. chips, sand and crushed stone between areas gathering points and benches along the shoreline. will encourage creative play. The play area It will encourage nature study with interpretive is enclosed by existing sumac.. Evergreens s.ign.age. Night l.ighting will be placed at the will be planted to separate the play area from gathering points. The boardwalk leads into a theIparking area. fairly'level area which creates an open play An amphitheater is set into the sloped area. Surrounded by trees, this ares serves bank with concrete seating and open turf. as an open green space suitable for games such A fire pit is located in front of the stage as softball or frisbee.' Picnic tables are area. A terrace with a shelter building over- interspersed adjacent to the shoreline which look the open turf area. The shelter will are secluded by a mixture of willow.' oak and include restrooms, storage and seating areas. dogwood.trees. Evergreens and trees.will be planted to enhance (j) ca > z > m 0 M M O:E 0 0 M C) 0 U) M mo ;E o 0 0 L I LL===d ILJ M M (J) r, r, IL 11 LJ 0 x z in i I --lo I r I 00 HOWARD STREET rn m jf m 0 C Z z 07,77 0 3> :00 z 0 C) En m m U5 Arm 0 ol > Om m > z U) z C) 90 C- z zm n mm -n v0 -Z m C) U) < m 0 Z z 0 0 > @-.e-, 0 C,) 0 0 m z Mc m 0 G) >-n C) m z n cn Jj 0 ja. F- c .P M Z Z 0 0 G) > U) - M C) Z m M:Lj m M z z > C) f G) m -4 C) > m r m z z 0 co m > > Z Z Z Z c M 22 m M M 0 C) 0 m M > 6 --1 - M < z M x z m > 00- U) m X a z r7 m 0 z U) m < M m K m U) X a z )> m E) M m m z C/) m m z cn X z > 0 0 z X 0 CD r- 0-m I I I I I I I I I I I . I .. I IMPLEMENTATION p I IMPLEMENTATION Elevated boardwalk through restored marsh to the shore Total.implementation of the Developed of Lake Macatawa. $20,370.00 Master Plan will require several years and 3 Viewing and observation decks. $3,825.00 the continued support of township leaders and Interpretive s.ignage along public officials. This support has already boarkwalk. $2,800.00 been shown with the start of construction of Replanting of wetland with the boat launch ramp and the associated parking indigenous plant materials. $13,800.00 area and entrance drive as proposed by the Professional fees for Master Plan. This project is being supported preparation of construction documents, project bidding and coordinated by the Holland Fish and Game and construction Club with additional support of c ommunity supervision @ 10.75%. $5,988.00 business and industry. The completion of the Pringing of construction ramp will be a visable and much needed first documents for bidding. $400.00 phase element which will assist in community Projected Fo r Wetland support for all future phases. Restoration Cost $62,088.00 The second phase of the development will be the restoration of the wetland area and constru@- Future phases of implementation of the ction of a boardwalk through this area. This Master Plan will be based upon the availability portion of the work has tentative funding of development funds. Based upon the Master approval from the Michigan Coastal Man.agement Plan the following are order-of-magnitude Program. Cost projections for this portion cost projections .for the various areas of the of the work are as follows: development. Professional fees for the Excavation of fill material preparation of construction contract documents placed over former wetland are not included in these cost projections. and redistribution on site. $9,345.00 Replacement of wetland type soil (peat & muck mixture.) $5,460.00 PICNIC AREA: PARKING AND ENTRY DRIVE - WEST SIDE Si te Preparation Grading $3,400.00 Site Preparation & Grading'. $4,500.00 Picnic Tables $2,880.00 Park Entry Sign $1,200.00, Grills * $1,170.00 Bituminous Drive & Parking $31,875.00 Picnic Shelters $22,500.00 Walk's - Concrete $6,800.00 Restroom Building $20,000.00 Entry Columns $900.00 Picnic Area Surfacing $8,600.00 Lighting $5,400.00 Walk &.Steps to Boardwalk $1,252.00 Landscaping $7,300.00 Ricnic Area Edging @$3,087.00 Subtotal $57,975.00 Landscaping $3,000.00 10% Contingency $5,798.00 Lighting $2,400.00 S@ubtotal $68,289.00 Area Total $63,773.00 10% Contingency $6,829.00 SHORELINE ACCESS WALK,-BOARDWALK &.PICNIC AREAS Area Total $750118.00 Site Preparation & Grading $2,200.00 Walks Drive Chips & Fines $3,100.00 FISHING/VIEWING PIER Shoreline Boardwalk $22,000.00 Permanent Pier with Benches Viewing Deck and Benches $1910Q0.00 & Railings $62,220.00 Grills $720.00 Shade Structure $9,375.00 Picnic Tables $2,880.00 Lighting $6,400.00 Lighting $4,800.00 Subtotal $77,995.00 Landscaping $1,800.00 10% Conti.ngency $7,800.00 Subtotal $56,590.00 10% Contingency $5,659.00 Area Total $85,795.00 Area Total $62,249.00 LAUNCH RAMP AREA ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS Site Preparation & Grading $1,200.00 Walks $960.00 Launch'Viewing Dock $3,920.00 Viewing/Fishing Dock $26,160.00 Restroom Building $21,000.00 Subtotal $53,240.00 10% Contingency $5,324.00 Area Total $58,564.00 CHILDREN'S PLAY AREA, INCLUDING OPEN PLAY AREA Site Preparation & Grading $.5,500.00 Play Area Surfacing $6,680.00 Elevation Change Steps $1,548.00 Play Area E.dging $6,440.00 Play Equipment $12,300.00 Open Turf Area Topsoil and Sedding $11,782.00 Area Landscaping $3v4OO.OO Lighting $2,400.00 Subtotal $49,050.00 10% Contingency $4,905.00 Area Total $53,955.00 3 6668 14102 4333