City of Stirling Parks and Open Space Asset Managment Plan

Rationale for local reserve and community park upgrades

Density

Disadvantage

Upgrade reserves in medium to high-density areas with minimal private open space

Upgrade reserves in areas with high levels of socio-economic disadvantage

Amenity

Access

Upgrade Factors

Upgrade reserves in areas without access to regional/district open space or community parks

Upgrade low-amenity Reserves, particularly those with playgrounds but no irrigated lawn or tree cover

Priority for upgrade is decided by the number of factors involved

Number of Factors Applicable

Priority Level

Four x Factors (All four factors are applicable)

Priority 1

Three x Factors (E.g. Amenity + disadvantage + access)

Priority 2

Two x Factors (E.g. Density + access)

Priority 3

Other factors considered in upgrade list

Special Features Upgrade reserves with unique physical characteristics or cultural significance

Geographic equity Investigate options for upgrades in areas with poor POS provision

5-year & 10-year capital works program for:

• Community park upgrades • Local reserve upgrades • Local reserve minor upgrades

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