The 2009 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan was adopted by the Somers Town Board on October 13, 2009. The entire plan is provided on this page; however, for ease of research, the plan has been seperated into sections shown below.
Summary of The Plan:
- provides an inventory of current park facilities
- includes a study of the park and open space needs of the community
- generates recommendations for additions and improvement
- prioritizes a course of action for the next five years
2009 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan cover page
Map
Resolution 09-001 dated October 12, 2009
Resolution 09-016 dated October 13, 2009
Table of Contents
I. Introduction
II. Park and Open Space Goal, Objectives, and Policies
III. Previous Planning Efforts
IV. Planning Process
V. Community Description
VI. Park and Open Space Standards
VII. Existing Recreation Supply Inventory
VIII. Outdoor Recreation Needs Assessment
IX. Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Recommendations
X. Funding Programs
Appendix A. Americans With Disabilities Act Guidelines
Appendix B. Town of Somers 5-Year Park Improvement Costs Schedule
Appendix C. Definitions
Appendix D. Community Open Survey Results
Appendix E. Public Open House Feedback Form Results
Map 1. Existing and proposed Public Park Sites
Map 2. Enviornmental corridors and Isolated Natural Resource Areas
Map 3. Neighborhood Park Service Area
Map 4. Community Park Service Area
Map 5. Existing and proposed Trails