BRYAN REGIONAL PARK. Presented by: Burditt Consultants November 13, 2018

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1 BRYAN REGIONAL PARK Presented by: Burditt Consultants November 13, 2018

2 AGENDA 1. Project Purpose & Mission 2. Project Vision & Goals 3. Stakeholder Feedback 4. Program Overview 5. Phase A Plan Overview Detail Cost Activity & Revenues Financial Impact

3 PROJECT PURPOSE & MISSION RFQ : The City is considering transforming the Golf Course property into a regional park. Proposals should consider that the property is to be designed to serve multiple uses, including attracting out of town visitors (e.g. tournaments and special events), and amenities for local use and appealing to all age groups. Key Scope Items: Stakeholder and Public Engagement Coordination of Design Intentions with Staff Phased Approach Target Budget Develop Overall Program Based on Market Research and Input Develop O&M Costs Develop Revenue Projections Conduct PER Tree Assessment, Surveys Feedback from Mayor, Council, Staff and Community: Sports Tourism (attract visitors and economic activity) Renewal of the Midtown Area ( Central Park ) Respect the History and Legacy of the Site Respect the Natural Corridors and Open Space

4 PROJECT VISION & GOALS Vision A regional park which serves the people and the economic well-being of Bryan while also serving as a destination for regional and outside visitors to enjoy recreational activities and the rich natural spaces of the park. Goals Balance Sports and Active Recreation can Coexist with Preservation of Large, Beautiful, Open, and Natural Spaces Renewal of the Lake and Natural Areas throughout the Park Economic Development through Sports and Recreational Tourism Accessibility for a Wide Range of People in both Program and Design Connectivity to Midtown, the rest of the City, and to Texas A&M/College Station Build what is lacking in the Region; don t try to outdo what already exists Impactful but Affordable

5 STAKEHOLDER FEEDBACK Who We Talked To: Major Findings: All City departments Balance, Balance, Balance! Frequent and intimate interaction with City Respect the history of the park Executive staff and Parks leadership Renew and revitalize the lake Parks Advisory Board Respect, preserve, and revitalize the natural City of College Station spaces of the park Texas A&M Attract visitors to Bryan Need for indoor competitive space for local Experience BCS leagues as well as tournaments Rio Brazos Audubon Society Paddle sports facility Brazos Valley Arts Council Improvement of local baseball and softball Bryan Business Council diamonds Sports Leagues Multi-sport flat fields Numerous other stakeholders and influencers Adventure Sports opportunities Online Survey 1,363 responses Public Meetings 2 with nearly 200 attendees

6 PROGRAM OVERVIEW PREMISE Outdoor: Develop sports and recreational tourism for economic development purposes Revitalize and develop baseball, softball, and additional sports & recreation opportunities Renew and revitalize the lake Expand the lake for improved paddling and aquatic sports/recreation Improve the lake for positive drainage impact on the surrounding area Preserve and create sustainable path for natural corridors and areas within the park Create interesting, safe, and attractive walking, jogging, biking opportunities Connect the park to the neighborhood, Bryan, and larger area Indoor: Create opportunity for local basketball & volleyball team play and practice Develop sports and recreational tourism for economic development purposes Tournament play and events on courts and indoor free span space: Basketball Volleyball Cheerleading Gymnastics Trade Shows Performances

7 PROGRAM OVERVIEW OUTCOMES Outdoor: Renewal of existing (3) 200 fields at Travis Park Development of (2) new baseball/softball fields at Travis Park All artificial turf at all fields if possible Ample, attractive, and comfortable seating Parking increases Drain & scrape lake bottom Expand lake for improved utilization and area stormwater detention Onsite detention of all resulting improvements Over 3 miles of trails including perimeter trail Lakeside open lawn and amphitheater for play and events Pavilions, playgrounds, restrooms distributed throughout natural spaces Substantial landscaping and planting throughout the park Creation of new road and drainage infrastructure Indoor: Sports and Events Center with 8 high schoolsized courts for basketball, volleyball, etc. Flexible and adaptable floor space up to 50,000 square feet for other events/tournaments (cheerleading, gymnastics, etc.) Spectator Seating for Large Events Meeting and administrative rooms for tournament and event management Ample concessions and restrooms 800+ parking spots

8 PHASE A OVERVIEW

9 PHASE A TRAVIS PARK

10 PHASE A TRAVIS PARK ATTRIBUTES Upgrade existing League Fields Upgrade Spectator Seating Construct 2 new 200 Fields Upgrade Ball Field Lighting New Batting Cages Large Maintenance Building with Yard Additional Parking +80 Spaces

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12 PHASE A TRAVIS PARK BENEFITS Traditional League Play Improved Concession & Restrooms Shaded & Flexible Seating Tournament Play Opportunities

13 PHASE A LAKE IMPROVEMENTS & FAMILY RECREATION

14 PHASE A LAKE IMPROVEMENTS ATTRIBUTES Defined & Expanded Lake Edge Habitat Restoration Create Sedimentation Basins Upstream Increased Storm Water Capacity for Midtown

15 PHASE A LAKE IMPROVEMENTS BENEFITS A Renewed Lake Clean, High Quality Water Help Control Water Release Safer, Beautiful Lake Edges Restore Aquatic Ecosystem Better Visibility and Use of the Lake Educational Opportunities Increased Detention Opportunities & Stormwater Management Allow for Sediment Removal

16 PHASE A FAMILY RECREATION BENEFITS Preservation & Planting of Trees Large Open Areas for Nature, Relaxation, and Family Play Sustainable Drainage through use of Existing Corridors

17 PHASE A AMPHITHEATER & GRAND LAWN

18 PHASE A AMPHITHEATER & GRAND LAWN ATTRIBUTES Performance Amphitheater/Stage Grand Lawn Outdoor Concessions/Restrooms Accessible Sidewalks Water Feature Small Play Area

19 PHASE A AMPHITHEATER & GRAND LAWN BENEFITS Outdoor Performance Opportunities Festivals Concerts Movies Waters Edge Access Open Play during Non-Event Times

20 PHASE A SPORTS & EVENT CENTER

21 PHASE A SPORTS & EVENT CENTER ATTRIBUTES Sports and Event Center Facility Basketball/Volleyball Courts Free Span Sports (e.g. gymnastics) Concessions Restrooms Offices Event Admin Rooms Perimeter Track (Upper Deck) Seating for Large Events Parking for +800

22 PHASE A SPORTS & EVENT CENTER Floor Plan Level 1 (with expandable bleacher seating) Floor Plan Level 2 (upper deck with mezzanine seatin

23 PHASE A SPORTS & EVENT CENTER BENEFITS Tournament Play & Events for Economic Development Rental Spaces for Local Teams One of only 4 Facilities in 100 miles with more than 2 Courts

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29 PHASE A CAPITAL COSTS LOW HIGH Infrastructure & Sitework (incl road development) $ 3,322,883 $ 3,562,622 Lake Improvements $ 5,531,385 $ 5,571,277 Family Recreation $ 5,310,934 $ 6,077,437 Subtotal General Park Development $ 14,165,202 $ 15,211,336 Sports and Event Center $37,668,910 $47,999,984 Travis Park Fields $ 6,424,092 $ 9,707,947 Amphitheater & Grand Lawn $ 1,712,130 $ 2,080,733 Subtotal Major Park Amenities $ 45,805,132 $ 59,788,664 Total Capital Cost-Phase A $ 59,970,334 $ 75,000,000 Costs include Contractor Profit & Overhead, Contingency of 5%, and soft costs (incl. Design costs) of 8.55%

30 PHASE A OPERATING COSTS LOW HIGH Personnel $312,000 $ 510,000 Operations $406,500 $ 684,000 Capital Costs $ 40,000 $ 80,000 Total Base Operating Costs $758,800 $1,274,000

31 PHASE A ACTIVITY Annual Tournament-Event & Rental Activity Events & Tournaments Rental Baseball 8-32 tournaments 20 hours weekly Amphitheater 5-18 events Trails 3-12 events Basketball/Other Court tournaments 8 hours weekly Free Span Sports & Events 4-14 events/tournaments 1-3 events or tournaments per week Annual Attendee & Visitor Activity (Tournaments) Attendees Out of Town Visitors Total 48, ,971 33, , ,346 attendees per week 640 3,699 out of town visitors per week

32 PHASE A FINANCIAL & ECONOMIC IMPACT LOW HIGH Operating Revenues $2,246,651 $6,491,465 Finance Costs $3,901,156 $4,878,858 Operating Costs $ 758,500 $1,274,000 Total Annual Costs $4,659,656 $6,152,858 Revenues minus Cost - $2,413,005 $ 338,607 + Public Revenues $ 69,055 $ 395,971

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