Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Water Theme Park - Related Lit
Water Theme Park - Related Lit
Water Theme Park - Related Lit
GOAL 1: Create a public waterfront space which provides opportunities for a variety of user
groups and experiences
GOAL 2: Create a public space that promotes and enhances the economic opportunities for
the downtown area and businesses
• Create both a local and regional attraction which enhances the downtown businesses and
creates a positive visitor experience which produces return visits.
• Provide pedestrian connectivity north/south through the park, integrating it with the Bayshore
Trail.
• Maximize water views **
• Preserve wetlands and mangroves, and allow public access to water **
o Allow access to water
a beach, natural coastline **
provide access to water recreation
o Allow access through wetlands along a boardwalk trail
o Consider County mangrove guidelines
• Provide a commercial component, such as a restaurant **
• Provide additional opportunities for boat access
o Provide non-motorized boat access (kayak, canoes, paddleboards) **
o Improve or relocate existing Marina boat launch facility
o Provide boat trailer parking if existing Marina boat launch remains
• Use Low Impact Design strategies and/or BMPs (ie, Florida-friendly plants, limited impervious
surfaces)
PARKING:
• Provide adequate parking **
o Provide standard surface parking;
o Provide boat trailer parking;
o Consider structured parking, although this was not unanimous amongst all teams.
o Establish a parking agreement with the SH Resort and Spa
** Asterisks denote topics which were mentioned multiple times during team discussions
Steering Committee
Key Components and Programming Analysis
August 14, 2012
AGENDA OVERVIEW
REVISED SCHEDULE
REVIEW GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
WHAT THE SURVEY RESULTS ARE SHOWING NOW
SAFETY HARBOR RESORT AND SPA 10 YR MASER PLAN
OVERVIEW OF SCENARIOS
CONCEPTUAL EXERCISE AND “KIT-OF-PARTS”
NEXT STEPS
Survey Opened on July 24
In only 17 days we gathered 361 responses
On August 13 we were up to 462 responses
Web Based
Still Open
Non-Scientific
Non-Scientific
We can not prove that one person took the survey
361 times or if 361 people took the survey one
time.
Please don’t make a decision solely based on the
results of this survey.
Instead, use this as one of many sources of
information to base your opinions and
recommendations on.
Are you a resident of Safety Harbor
23%
Yes
No
77%
Gender
36% Male
Female
64%
Years living in Safety Harbor
27% <5
44% 6-10 Yr
11-15 Yr
14% > 15
15%
Household Size
16%
Live Alone
47% Couple Only
3 or More
37%
Age Group
2% 2%
16 & Under
7%
15% 16-25
21% 26-35
36-45
24% 46-55
56-65
29%
Over 65
1%
Everyday
5%
13%
2-3 Per Week
18%
Once Per Week
Agree
Disagree
Agree
Disagree
Yes
No
Walking Paths
Restrooms
Parking
Nature Boardwalk
Water Features
Beach Area
Canoe/Kayak Launch
Picnic Shelters
Observation Deck/Tower
Public Art
Fitness Facilities
Boat Slips
Sand Volleyball
BocceBall/Shuffleboard
-300.0 -200.0 -100.0 0.0 100.0 200.0 300.0 400.0 500.0 600.
19%
Yes
39%
No
41%
No
48%
Don't Know
3%
Amusement/entertainment
10%
31% Don't know
Eating/drinking
37%
Other
19%
Retail shopping
None
3% 15%
< 5,000 Sq. Ft.
12% 48%
5,000-15,000 Sq. Ft.
48%
Some
37%
Don't Know
Shade Trees
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
315 37 9 1
Shade Trees 3%
0%
Very Important
10%
Important
Not Important
Parking
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
234 64 62 2
Parking
0%
Very Important
17%
Important
Restrooms
1%
Very Important
9%
Important
16%
Not Important
Picnic Shelters
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
171 83 106 2
Picnic Shelters
1%
Very Important
29% Important
47%
Not Important
Important
20%
Not Important
Walking Paths
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
264 67 30 1
Walking Paths
0%
Very Important
8%
Important
19%
Not Important
73%
Don't Know
Multi-use Bike
Trail
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
179 68 111 4
Important
31%
49%
Not Important
Nature
Boardwalk
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
220 71 60 11
Nature Boardwalk
3%
Very Important
16% Important
Not Important
20%
61%
Don't Know
Observation Deck/Tower
Observation Deck/Tower
3%
Very Important
Important
36% 46%
Not Important
Don't Know
15%
Important
36% 42%
Not Important
Don't Know
21%
Bocce Ball/ Shuffleboard
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
47 27 276 12
Not Important
Beach Area
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
203 63 84 12
Beach Area
3%
Very Important
23% Important
Not Important
56%
18%
Don't Know
Sand Volleyball
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
81 52 221 8
Sand Volleyball
2%
Very Important
23%
Important
Not Important
14%
61%
Don't Know
Water Features
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
218 58 69 17
Water Features
5%
Very Important
19% Important
Not Important
16% 60%
Don't Know
Fitness
Facilities
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
87 58 211 6
Fitness Facilities
2%
Very Important
24% Important
Not Important
58% 16%
Don't Know
Festival/Community
Event Space
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
194 84 77 7
21% Important
Not Important
54%
23%
Don't Know
Public Art
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
141 81 133 7
Public Art
2% Very Important
Important
37% 39%
Not Important
Don't Know
22%
Boat Slips
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
96 38 214 14
Boat Slips
4%
Very Important
27% Important
Not Important
10%
59%
Don't Know
Canoe/Kayak
Launch
Very Important Important Not Important Don't Know
186 75 91 10
Canoe/Kayak Launch
3% Very
Important
Important
25%
Not Important
51%
Please describe in three words or less what image comes to mind when you think about the
waterfront property?
1. peaceful manatee
2. boating, beauty, fun, family
3. A water play area and structures for kids.
4. relaxing, fun, pretty
5. this town needs a splash park for kids!
6. Fun, free recreation
7. Serene water park
8. fun relaxing family
9. Playful fountains beautiful
10. Calm, peaceful, relaxing
11. sunset Peir 60
12. relax, refresh
13. pleasant view beach
14. Spray Park, Playgrounds, small children
15. SUPPORT present businesses
16. Beautiful views
17. lovely viewing wading
18. Serene, natural, historic
19. open, water, natural
20. kid-friendly peaceful
21. Peaceful and serene
22. rest
23. Vista
24. Family fun outing
25. A place where residents can come together and enjoy the beauty of the bay.
26. quiet, roomy, comfortable
27. peaceful,beautiful, shade
28. pool, water park
29. natural peaceful noncommercial park
30. rejuvinating nature home
31. Community family involved
32. Jewel Bay Serenity
33. local gathering
34. the beach
35. unspoiled and natural.
36. Relaxing family park
37. There's enough for little kids in the area no need for more. If it is not taking advantage of the
water front it's a waste.
38. a place to go to enjoy the bay
39. pools for everyone
40. Relaxing
41. Fun with Family
42. Trees, pathways, boardwalk at waters edge with little stores that has outside eating, boat slips,
43. pretty
44. Walking my dog
45. serene, peaceful, beautiful
46. waterfront usage
47. waterfront
48. swiming
49. Peaceful and serene
50. Peaceful, relaxing, an escape.
51. A place to relax with family and friends.
52. Beautiful
53. Tranquil green educational
54. beauty, place to sit and meditate
55. history, springs, spa
56. Beautiful, Peaceful, Relaxing
57. Serenity, nature, natural
58. bird watching park
59. neglected space
60. natural beauty
61. green water park
62. nice view
63. picturesque inshore fishing
64. Green space, natural
65. Clean, green, serene
66. Vibrant, accessable, visually-appealing
67. observation tower/boardwalk
68. small town picturesque
69. Quiet relaxing place
70. strolling, view, shady cool breezes
71. water activities
72. water activities
73. Historic, Fun & Lively
74. family friendly park
75. friendly, happy, fun
76. old florida style
77. Family & Pet Friendly
78. Outside gym
79. The ability to enjoy our pristine bay and waterfront with greater access. To link our linear
walking paths from the southern tip to Phillippe Park
80. recreational, fun, cost effective
81. Family Fun Day!
82. Peacefully enjoy view
83. Peaceful relaxing. Accessible
84. nature, family, beauty
85. Paid too much
86. Underused. Needs a place to eat, and more reason to visit
87. Fun, all ages.
88. beautiful views
89. dog park
90. Fun open water access
91. beautiful scenic park
92. Magnetic attraction
93. waterfront dining/entertainment
94. peaceful, relaxing, scenic
95. Nice relaxing fun
96. Inviting, useful, Tourist
97. water views
98. serene, fun and happiness
99. playful
100. fun destination
101. Potential
102. Improved access to the water
103. walks in the park
104. Natural Florida setting
105. Water and a lot of fun with my daughter
106. We need a Family Friendly Beach!
107. not accessible
108. quiet, beautiful, fun
109. Nature beauty community
110. FUN AND TRANQUIL
111. Potential
112. urban beach ,bathing facilities
113. fun, security, cheap
114. Peaceful, boating, festivals
115. beachfront... hammocks ...quiet
116. pristine beautiful views
117. Shady, active, community
118. simple yet beautiful!
119. Spray/water park
120. Relaxing Fun Enjoyment
121. peaceful, sunsets,
122. expansive unobstructed view
123. Sharing nature
124. enjoying nature
125. clean natural beauty
126. green, tropical, inviting
127. A peaceful walk not filled with playgrounds. Something everyone can enjoy. People can
put playgrounds in their own backyards.
128. Natural clean enjoyable
129. Restricted community waterfront
130. Nature, Calm, Paradise
131. escape fun open
132. Safety Harbor Beach
133. relaxing, fun, entertaining
134. beautiful
135. splash park like in Dunedin
136. A local beach for Safety Harbor Residents with Parking Permits.
137. Kayak/canoe/body board launch - non motorized; walking trails; benches, shade trees.
138. serene
139. Beaches.
140. Family orientated
141. Fun pretty relaxing
142. Pleasant, clean, enjoyable
143. welcoming, inviting, useable
144. Million dollar views
145. Beautiful springfed waters
146. could be like delray beach
147. st pete pier-downsized for Safety Harbor
148. trees, water, beach
149. fun and fitness
150. History
151. view eating
152. Natural parkland warf
153. A great multi-use water-access park with limited restaurant and retail amenities
154. playful, family, water
155. Sell to save
156. Regional destination
157. Tranquil
158. natural, family, relaxing
159. Tampa Bay Beach
160. Peaceful,friendly,smalltownish
161. live music venue
162. Coachman Park in Clearwater, beautiful place for outdoor entertainment
163. peacefull tranquil
164. A Beach Park
165. Water access activities
166. differentiator for city
167. Child water area
168. Kids' splash park
169. Peaceful park.
170. manatees, nature, no buildings
171. Sprayground/beach
172. beach/see Mobley Pk/Oldsmar
173. Spray park
174. peaceful beautiful natural
175. place to relax
176. canoe,because there are none anywhere
177. Beautiful place to take the family.
178. A Splash Park!!
179. Community gathering area
180. Serene,peaceful,sceniv
181. playground, board walk along the water
182. Safety Harbor Image
183. peacefull, fun, entertainment
184. Community Relaxation Family
185. beach, water access
186. A nice park with people and bike paths, Benches and water fountains
187. fun, beautiful,peaceful
188. preserve natural surroundings
189. Sun Water Air
190. park beach water
191. Family Beach Park
192. Healthy recreational peaceful
193. refreshing & beautiful!
194. fishing kayak fishing
195. fun family
196. fun in sun
197. progress, improvement, fun.
198. harmonius, quiet enjoyment, peaceful
199. Spray Park
200. Community center
201. Want to walk
202. peaceful, appropriate land use
203. Peaceful, Relaxing, Meditative - Like Philippe Park on the water under the big trees.
204. accessible, welcoming, scenic
205. quiet, peaceful, beautiful
206. shade, kids, relax
207. family fun days
208. peaceful water access park
209. pristine, scenic, local
210. Beautiful enhances spirit (of safety harbor)
211. water, beautiful, useful
212. Expanded Veteran's Park
213. unspoiled views
214. Sit. Feed ducks.
215. beach, relaxation
216. nature, shade
217. Not really necessary
218. leave the property as is - DO NOT waste the property on childrens play equipment,
bocce ball, shuffleboard and sandvolley ball
219. relaxing picnic family
220. natural, shade, quiet
221. Opportunity to preserve.
222. peaceful,relaxing
223. beautiful peaceful
224. peaceful sandy respite
225. Park space maintaining natural beauty of the property.
226. Relaxation. Nature. Beauty.
227. spray park for kids
228. Natural beauty
229. Tranquil beautiful park that meets the needs from the youg to the old without intruding
on the other.
230. fun place for young and old
231. Natural, beautiful and great place for waterfront events such as concerts, festivals and
events.
232. Unique to all other waterfront area in Pinellas.....it should be uniquely natural
233. Peace and serentiy
234. nature, peace and QUIT.
235. peaceful, relax, natural
236. Peaceful, Sunrises,Nature
237. Clean and safe
238. Nature - non commercial, public
239. Peaceful, restorative
240. quiet beach
241. more boat slips
242. natural. dont be oldsmar
243. Boating, Trees, Nature Walks
What is the number one feature that you would like to see included in the park plan?
1. nature trail
2. childrens interactive water attractiom
3. shade
4. splash park for kids
5. Volleyball nets
6. Kiddie pool or fountain
7. Spray park
8. Place for children to run through fountains like Howard park in south Tampa
9. shady pet friendlyh walking trails
10. Security Cameras
11. flowers
12. beach access
13. Shade Trees w/ lots of public seating
14. Water space for leashed dogs!
15. place to go in the water
16. Fitness zone much like the one at Freedom Lake Park or Lale Vista Park
17. a water feature--ie interactive fountain
18. play area
19. Seats for relaxing
20. Scenic view
21. Toddler playground
22. Picnic shelters
23. picnic shelter & grill (more than one)
24. walking/running trails, shade
25. swimming pool complex
26. shady grassed and paved areas
27. new architecture; integrated pier or boardwalk capturing the bay's view
28. Spray park
29. Beach
30. canoe/kayak "beach" access
31. beach access
32. Beach area
33. Splash playground
34. Kayak launch NEAR parking & USE THE NATURAL beauty as a starting poin
35. kayak/canoe launch
36. free swimming pool, water park and sprayground
37. waterfront dining options
38. Fitness Facilities
39. Open-air covered pavillion with BBQ pits for people to have picnics (see above statement)
40. trails around water to enjoy the view
41. shade and benches, tables
42. seating
43. Kayak launch
44. swiming
45. Shade trees
46. Benches facing water
47. Outdoor cafe
48. traditional historic design
49. Ability to enjoy the fantastic view
50. Boardwalk to the north of property to enjoy nature
51. Access to beach and mangroves
52. waterfront bar/restaurant
53. kayak/small sailboat launch(sail academy).
54. parking
55. a 24/7, lighted shallow water, small boat launch, no motors over 10hp, no jet ski's, with a U
shaped wooden dock running paralell to the shore, 75' out, 300 yards long for fishing either
side, bay or towards mangroves..
56. Shade
57. Greenspace for picnicking and sunning
58. cold water stations like hills. county has on upper tampa bay trail
59. observation tower/boardwalk
60. easy kayak launch
61. small boat ramp
62. kayak launch
63. Farmers Market
64. playground
65. drinking fountain!
66. pool or splash park
67. Picnic Tables
68. Lighted Tennis Courts
69. monumental sculpture
70. fun things to do
71. Water play area for kids
72. health, fitness activities
73. Easy access to water
74. picnic area
75. Well-designed, adequate parking.
76. Anti flood
77. Many private spaces, and preserve the natural setting
78. spray ground
79. Beach
80. dog park
81. Water-access
82. walking/bike trail
83. Children's water playground
84. resturant overlooking water
85. dining
86. dog water fountains!
87. Festival/community event space
88. beach
89. paved biking/walking trails
90. family oriented facilities
91. beach area
92. Walking paths
93. Splash Ground
94. a canoe/kayak launch like the one at Blue Run of Dunnellon Park in Dunnellon; easy entry/exit
95. Festival Community Event space
96. Beach & family play area
97. kayak launch
98. bait facilities for fishing
99. Dog park or dog beach
100. WATERFRONT BIKE AND WALKING TRAILS
101. Beachfront
102. beach
103. More Parking
104. A beach
105. green space
106. Shade
107. Would love to see a family-friendly area where we can enjoy the natural view!!
108. Spray park (similar to largo)
109. walking paths
110. beach
111. bicycle/walking trail
112. able to walk into water
113. Passive launch for non motor boats
114. COMFORTABLE park benches, bathrooms
115. rest rooms
116. Peaceful walkways. No playgrounds.
117. Natural walk path
118. BEACH!!!
119. Paved trail for jogging,biking and walking with a stroller
120. parking!
121. BEACH
122. snack bars/restaurants
123. water fountain park for kids/animals to cool off
124. shade
125. Beach Access
126. Kayak launch and availability of rentals
127. similar to Philippe Park
128. A nice white sandy beach
129. playground for children
130. Running/Bike Trail
131. Splash park like on Highland Avenue in Dunedin
132. Shady areeas
133. walking trails or paths - to enjoy the view!
134. A simple, winding path through the property
135. Beach.
136. beachfront
137. allow dogs
138. Drinking water
139. Retail and restaurants
140. observation tower
141. Trail, observation tower
142. beach, waterfront access for pedestrians and non-motor sports recreation
143. walking trail
144. Plan to save our taxes by selling property
145. Splash Pad!!!!!
146. Natural beauty
147. spraypark
148. A beach
149. boardwalk
150. big stage
151. outdoor stage
152. kayak/canoe ramp
153. trails
154. Beach/Sand Area
155. Water activities, pool/beach/splashpad
156. children friendly
157. Water play
158. Kids' splash park
159. play area for kids
160. walking paths
161. Sprayground
162. kayak launch/kayak wash stand w/ water
163. Spray park
164. family oriented
165. a sheltered picnic area like Veterans Park
166. canoe and kyack
167. A bike trail would be great.
168. Nice dog park, seperated one for big dogs and one for small dogs.
169. A Splash Park!!
170. Picnic pavilions, water park
171. veterans memorial
172. board walk along the water
173. Shady Areas/Boardwalk
174. relaxing atmosphere that personifies Florida and Safety Harbor community
175. Multipurpose paved walkway
176. dog park
177. Work out stations
178. kayaks, paddleboards launch
179. A Splash Playground
180. develop a youth sailing center,get the kids sailing, sailing camps, small sailboat rentals
181. planing
182. Spray Park!
183. A Beach Area with Sand to lay by the water!
184. Public Pool
185. Bike/running path
186. fishing
187. water play for the small kids
188. easy access
189. beauty
190. RULES!
191. beach water access
192. SPRAY PARK!
193. walking trails
194. Spray Park
195. Splash park
196. Nature board walk with benches along the way
197. walking and biking lanes
198. Walking trail wide enough for people to pass
199. Labyrinth
200. spray park, like at Dunedin
201. walking path
202. beach
203. nature trail
204. Walking paths
205. expanded marina
206. community event space
207. multi use path, waterfront
208. Lots of shaded seating. And ducks!
209. beach
210. peaceful
211. none leave the property as is for all to enjoy
212. water park for kids
213. pool
214. Habitat restoration
215. A walking, biking path
216. trees
217. small sandy beach
218. Places to be able to sit down. Maybe even hammocks.
219. spray park for kids
220. green, open space
221. Waterfront walking path
222. GREEN
223. Canoe/kayak launch
224. Soft impact - let the natural beauty be appreciated
225. As natural as possible.
226. Show residents some ideas and vote.
227. bench, walkway
228. Green space and beach access
229. Additional boating space for residents only.
230. Similar to other parks, benches, kids area, boardwalk. Philippe Park good example
231. Walkways
232. beach
233. more boat slips
234. Boat launch
235. Beautiful plants
236. Sand volleyball courts
237. observation deck...pump up the view!
238. walking trail
239. keep as natural as possible
240. up date or expand current city restrooms at marina park instead of building new
restrooms in the new park.
241. nice landscaping
242. nothing
243. green space
244. places to sit
245. Lots of trees !!
246. Accessible water access for kids to explore, Eco oriented
247. as natural as possible
248. Kids spray park
249. idyllic, shady, noncommercial - there's plenty of commercial uses downtown
250. Picnic shelters & playground
251. flowers, mixed with local art
252. Bicycle path(s)
253. beauty
254. Greenland space
255. Plantings
256. Boardwalk along the water
257. restaurant
258. NO DOGS ALLOWED-SERIOUSLY ! THERE IS ENOUGH A THRID FRIDAY.THAT IS
WHY I DON'T GO
259. Water Park
260. Beach
261. Swimming Beach and/or pool
262. shaded sprayground for children
263. boat parking
264. something we don't have anywhere else so no playground equipment (also pick
something families will use - not bocci ball
265. Water play. Fl is hot!
266. Not allowing commerical useage and NO tobeach volleyball court
267. Keeping it quiet and undisturbed.
268. an unintrusive walkway close to the water to view all the amazing creature of our area
269. to be left UNDEVELOPED
270. leave as is and do NOT include any beach volleyball court
271. left as is
272. Bay life/nature information kiosk/booth
273. low cost
274. No free boat ramp for non sh residents
275. beach kayak/canoe launch
276. covered playground for the kids and nie size benchs for moms
277. trail
278. beach access
279. Preservation / Education of Natural Resources
280. Minimal development.
281. Shade
282. SHADE