2013-040 Adopting a Parks Master Plan for the City of Paris

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IV. PARK CLASSIFICATION & INVENTORY The park classification system for all parks in the city is broken down into seven categories and when combined, form a park network that covers the entire spectrum of recreation. Pocket /Ornamental Park A pocket or ornamental park is a small park (usually less than two acres) developed for passive recreation. (Example - 271 North Roadside Park) Playground Parks A mini - neighborhood park is a site of approximately one to four acres and serves the area with a one - quarter mile radius with both active and passive recreational opportunities. (Example - 10' NE Park) Neighborhood Parks A neighborhood park is a site of approximately five to ten acres and serves the area within a one - half mile radius with both active and passive recreational opportunities. Neighborhood parks provide access to different outdoor activities for residents living in close proximity. (Example - Wade Park) Community Parks A community park is a site of approximately 40 to 150 acres with a service area radius of two miles and provides both active, passive and often primitive(nature oriented) recreation. Community parks provide a large variety of outdoor activities, opportunities for environmental education and encourage social community activities. (Example - Dragon Park) Special Use Parks The special use park classification covers a broad range ofparks and recreation facilities that focus on one or two specific recreational uses; typically sports fields. Facility space requirements are the primary determinants of site size and location. For example, a golf course may require 150 acres, whereas a community center with parking may only require 10 or 15 acres. Special use parks provide areas for specific activities to allow groups with common interests to participate together. (Example - Farmer's Market) lob City of Paris Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan 2013 -2023 Page 8