Park Board of Commissioners Meeting

VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA DATE: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 TIME: 4:30 p.m. LOCATION: Village Hall Board Room, 105 E. Main Street, Twin Lakes, Wisconsin 53181 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call – Cindy Amore, Lisa Wallerich, Jordan Cates, Ashley Fauth, Ken Perl, Christine Martin 4. Review and acknowledgment of the August 11, 2026 Parks Commission meeting record; no official action was taken due to lack of quorum. 5. Discussion and possible action to approve the March 19, 2026 Parks Commission meeting minutes. 6. Discussion and possible action to approve the July 14, 2026 Parks Commission meeting minutes. 7. Discussion and possible action to approve the August 11, 2026 Parks Commission meeting minutes. Public Comment Members of the public are invited to speak on agenda items or other matters within the jurisdiction of the Park Board. Individual comments may be limited to three (3) minutes at the discretion of the Chair. 8. Discussion and Possible Recommendation Regarding Development of a Twin Lakes Parks Logo and Review of Proposed Logo Concepts 9. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Revisions, review and discussion of proposed revisions, supplemental recommendations, and preferred formatting for the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, including park roles, park-by-park recommendations, accessibility and universal design, programming and community events, trails and connectivity, landscape and natural resource recommendations, and the revised action framework. Possible action: Approval of the proposed recommendations and preferred format for submission to the Village’s planning consultant for incorporation into the next draft of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. 10. Future Agenda Items (Identification Only – No Discussion or Action) No action will be taken on public comment items unless properly noticed on the agenda. 11. Adjournment NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM A quorum of the Village Board of Trustees may be present at this meeting for informational purposes only. No action will be taken by the Village Board of Trustees. 1 VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES - PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES March 19, 2026 – 6:00 PM Village Hall Board Room, 105 E. Main Street, Twin Lakes, WI 53181 1. Call to Order Chairperson Jordan Cates called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM. 2. Roll Call – Park Board Members: Lisa Wallerich, Ken Perl, Jordan Cates, Christine Martin, Ashley Fauth (absent), Cindy Amore (absent) Also Present, Colleen Hoyt, Village Deputy Clerk; Jeffrey Sanders – Community Planning and Consulting, LLC Absent: Cindy Amore, Ashley Fauth 3. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 4. Public Comment The following individuals provided public comment: • Diane Waller expressed interest in future park planning efforts and park maintenance improvements. • Nadine Fabish commented on public access, signage, and awareness of the park at the end of Indian Point Road. • Rhett Surry encouraged collaboration between the Park Board, Lake District, and Shoreline Protection District on lakefront-related projects. • Bryan Neal inquired about the Park Board's understanding of the permanent year-round Aquanuts pier proposal previously recommended to the Village Board. 5. Consideration of a Motion to Acknowledge Record – October 20, 2025 Motion by Cates acknowledging that no quorum was present and no meeting was held, seconded by Perl. Motion carried by voice vote. 6. Consideration of a Motion to Approve Minutes – November 18, 2025 Motion by Cates to approve the Minutes from the November 18, 2025 Park Board of Commissioners meeting, seconded by Martin. Motion carried by voice vote. 7. Consideration of a Motion to Approve Minutes – March 11, 2026 Motion by Cates to approve the Minutes from the March 11 2025 Park Board of Commissioners meeting, seconded by Martin. Motion carried by voice vote. 8. Establishment of Regular Meeting Schedule A motion by Martin to establish a regular meeting schedule and agreed to hold meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30 PM, seconded by Cates. Motion carried by voice vote. 2 9. Nomination and Appointment of Park Board Secretary Motion by Martin to appoint Colleen Hoyt as Park Board Secretary, seconded by Cates. Motion carried by voice vote. 10. Adoption of Park Board Operating Procedures Motion by Martin to approve the Park Board Operating Procedures with the amendment that the start time is 4:30pm, seconded by Cates. Motion carried by voice vote. 11. Discussion Regarding Visual Preference Survey Jeff Sanders, Community Planning and Consulting, LLC, presented an overview of the Outdoor Recreation Plan update process, demographic trends, recreation planning requirements, and results of the Visual Preference Survey. Board members and the public discussed trails, accessibility, recreation opportunities, connectivity, funding opportunities, and the planning process. No action was taken. 12. Future Agenda Items Future agenda items identified: • Review of residential and commercial development ordinances related to parkland. • Re-establishment of Movies in the Park. • Baseball/softball field reservation process. • Lance Park garbage can placement and waste management plan. 13. Adjournment Motion by Cates to Adjourn, seconded by Perl. Motion carried by voice vote. Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:05 PM. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES - PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – 4:30 p.m. Village Hall Board Room, 105 E. Main Street, Twin Lakes, Wisconsin 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order. 2. Roll Call - Park Board Members: Cindy Amore, Lisa Wallerich, Jordan Cates, Ashley Fauth (absent), Ken Perl, Christine Martin Also Present: Laura Jager, Village Administrator; Colleen Hoyt, Village Deputy Clerk; Jeff Sanders, Community Planning and Consulting 3. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 4. Public Comment No public comment 5. Presentation – First Draft Outdoor Recreation Plan Jeff Sanders of Community Planning and Consulting presented the first draft of the Village Outdoor Recreation Plan and reviewed the document’s organization, existing park inventory, accessibility, recreation trends, potential improvements, funding considerations, and bicycle and pedestrian connections. The Board identified several corrections and updates to the draft, including photographs, Village officials, park information, and formatting. 6. Discussion and Possible Direction Regarding First Draft Outdoor Recreation Plan The Board discussed potential updates to individual parks, accessibility improvements, walking and bicycle connections, lake access, donation policies, future development, and possible recreation improvements. Because members had only recently received the draft, the Board agreed to review the document individually and conduct a more detailed review at the next Park Board meeting before providing collective recommendations to the consultant. 7. Future Agenda Items Detailed review of the Outdoor Recreation Plan draft at the August 11, 2026 Park Board meeting. 8. Adjournment Motion by Wallerich to Adjourn, seconded by Cates. Motion carried by voice vote Meeting adjourned at approximately 5:49pm. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES – PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES August 11, 2026 – 4:30 PM Village Hall Board Room, 105 E. Main St, Twin Lakes WI 53181 1. Call to Order / Pledge of Allegiance - The meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 2. Roll Call – Park Board Members: Lisa Wallerich, Ken Perl, Jordan Cates, Cindy Amore (arrived shortly after roll) Ashley Fauth (absent) Also Present: Laura Jager, Village Administrator; Colleen Hoyt, Village Deputy Clerk 3. Public Comment - No public comments were presented. 4. Park Comprehensive Plan Working Session The Commission continued its review of the draft Park Comprehensive Plan. At the previous meeting, members agreed to independently review the draft and return with comments and recommended revisions. The Commission reviewed the draft in detail and identified both general changes and park- specific recommendations to be provided to the consultant. General Draft Revisions - The Commission requested current local photographs, corrections to errors and outdated information, updated inventories and data, and clearer park-specific recommendations in Table 7. Systemwide priorities included accessibility, maintenance, landscaping, lighting, athletic facilities, and multi-use trails. Community Events - Members discussed documenting existing events and considering future programming, including Movies in the Park and food truck events at various parks. Lance Park - Discussed an accessible kayak launch, walking trails and winter recreation, shoreline and playground improvements, lighting, landscaping, and garbage collection. Members also considered alternative uses of the hill, Scout House renovations and accessible restrooms, and a possible basketball area across the street. No final preference was established for the hill. West Side Park - Discussed tennis/pickleball, walking paths and benches, woodland cleanup and invasive-species removal, playground improvements, and continued use of the baseball field. Legion Park - Requested updates to outdated skate park and restroom information. Discussed athletic facilities, parking, playground accessibility, and possible community-garden space. Millennium Park - Discussed future use of the former football field, possible dog park or community garden, and native or low-maintenance landscaping. Mueller Park - Discussed aging equipment, continued use of the basketball court, and opportunities for open space. Lucille Park / Beach and Sunset Park - Requested clarification of shoreline recommendations assigned to each park. At Lucille Beach, discussed kayak access, picnic amenities, signage, park boundaries, and parking. Different views were expressed on motorized launching at a small lake access point; no final recommendation was reached. Additional Plan Concepts - Discussed a splash pad or water feature and other amenities without fixed locations; multi-use trail connections rather than urban-style bicycle lanes; the Commission mission statement; a separate park donation policy; coordinated landscaping; and the ongoing Lance Park entrance sign project. 5. Future Agenda Items - Items discussed for future consideration included: • Revised Comprehensive Park Plan • Park donation policy • Park landscaping and beautification planning • Park and beach signage • Continued review of park improvement priorities 6. Adjournment The meeting concluded following completion of the working session and future agenda discussion at 5:23pm. Memorandum To: Village of Twin Lakes Park Board of Commissioners From: Village Staff Date: October 9, 2026 Re: Proposed Twin Lakes Parks Logo and Visual Identity The Village’s parks system currently does not have a consistent visual identity of its own. As the Village begins to improve park signage, recreation materials, maps, event information, and other public-facing resources, creating a recognizable and uniform look for the park system would help tie these materials together. Many municipalities use a separate but coordinated logo for their parks or parks and recreation system. This helps connect different parks, programs, and materials under one recognizable identity while still keeping them clearly connected to the municipality. A Twin Lakes Parks logo would not replace the Village’s official logo. It would simply give the parks system its own identity while remaining part of the overall Village brand by using the similar colors as the current Village logo. The proposed concepts also use the same colors and visual style being incorporated into the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan so future park materials can have a coordinated and consistent appearance. Staff has developed several preliminary logo concepts for Commission review. The Commission is asked to discuss whether it supports creating a separate Twin Lakes Parks identity and, if so, provide direction on the proposed concepts, including whether there is a preferred option or any desired revisions before a final logo is developed. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PROPOSED RECOMMENDATIONS AND FORMATTING FRAMEWORK Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan Update FOR PARK COMMISSIONERS REVIEW • OCTOBER 13, 2026 PURPOSE OF THIS DOCUMENT This document was developed from the discussion, comments, and recommendations made by the Village of Twin Lakes Park Board of Commissioners during the July 14th 2026 and August 11th, 2026 working sessions on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. It organizes that discussion into proposed wording, park roles, priorities, recommendations, and a preferred format for Commission review and approval. It also includes a revised approach to Table 7 intended to more clearly identify recommendations by park and distinguish existing/ongoing use and programming, near-term, mid-term, and longer-range items. Once approved, the document will be submitted to the Village's planning consultant for incorporation into the next draft of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. Commission working document • Not the adopted Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 2 HOW THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD BE USED The chart below identifies what the Commission is asking the planner to carry into the next draft and how each section should be treated. SECTION DIRECTION FOR THE NEXT DRAFT MISSION, VISION AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES Upon Commission approval, incorporate the final Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles as the policy framework for the plan. PARK SYSTEM OVERVIEW / PARK ROLES Upon approval, incorporate the park-role and primary-focus framework for each facility and use those roles to organize and evaluate recommendations. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Incorporate as the Commission-approved goals and objectives. Reconcile with existing plan language without losing the approved direction. PARK-BY-PARK RECOMMENDATIONS Retain accurate history, inventory, existing-condition information, and factual material from the planner’s draft. Replace stock or non-local photographs with current photographs of Twin Lakes parks and facilities where appropriate. Organize the recommendations using the park- role and priority format. PROGRAMMING AND COMMUNITY EVENTS Add as a systemwide section. Clearly distinguish existing programs and events, programs the Village would like to revive and future programming opportunities. TRAILS AND CONNECTIVITY Revise the existing bicycle/trail discussion to reflect the approved trail and multi-use connectivity direction. ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSIVE RECREATION Add as a dedicated systemwide section and reflect the approved accessibility and inclusive- recreation direction in relevant park recommendations. LANDSCAPE AND NATURAL RESOURCES Add as a systemwide section and apply the approved landscape, naturalization, invasive- species, and shoreline direction to relevant parks. ACTION FRAMEWORK - REVISED TABLE 7 Replace or rework the existing Table 7 using the facility-by-facility Existing/Ongoing Use & Programming, Near-term / Mid-term / Study or Long-range structure in this document. CONCEPTS REQUIRING FURTHER STUDY Include as future planning concepts only. Identify them as requiring additional study, feasibility review, and future approvals before implementation. WHAT APPROVAL OF THIS DOCUMENT MEANS Approval of this document means the Parks Commission endorses the proposed wording, organization, and formatting for submissi on to the Village's planning consultant and incorporation into the next draft. Approval does not authorize construction, funding, or im plementation of individual projects and does not constitute final adoption of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 3 MISSION, VISION AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES Mission The mission of the Village’s park system is to provide attractive, purposeful recreation facilities that support the physical, mental, and social well-being of residents and visitors and improve overall quality of life. Vision Twin Lakes will maintain a connected, accessible, well-kept park system that reflects the community’s lake-centered identity, supports year-round recreation, makes better use of existing public assets, and adds new amenities only where long-term demand and operating capacity justify them. Guiding principles Principle How it guides decisions Asset first Repair, maintain and correctly describe existing facilities before adding major new assets. Right amenity, right park Assign each park a primary role. Avoid expensive duplication unless demand supports it. Program before capital Use events, league partnerships and temporary programming to test demand before major construction. Universal access Treat accessibility as a design standard, not an afterthought. Multi-season value Favor improvements that extend use beyond a short summer window where practical. Local identity Use Twin Lakes imagery, materials, signage and lake access as strengths instead of generic park design. Maintainability Consider staffing, mowing, trash, snow, irrigation, vandalism, inspection and replacement costs before building. Connectivity Improve safe walking, biking and mobility-device connections between neighborhoods, parks and regional routes. Flexible implementation Preserve future options without locking the Village into an untested location or design. Grant-ready planning Describe projects clearly enough that the plan can support future state and federal grant applications. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 4 PARK SYSTEM OVERVIEW The park system should function as a network rather than a collection of unrelated properties. The roles below are proposed planning identities—not zoning classifications. They help the Village decide where an improvement belongs and where it does not. Facility Proposed role Primary focus Lance Park Waterfront community and event hub Lake access, Community events, picnicking, shoreline recreation, Scout House support use/improvements Legion Park Active neighborhood recreation Racquet sports, playground, youth field use, court and field rehabilitation. West Side Park Active recreation + neighborhood nature Courts, ballfield, sledding, playground, walking loop, wooded-area restoration. Millennium Park Flexible community recreation + open space Shelter, trails, playground, open field, future recreation concepts and naturalized areas. Mueller Park Neighborhood playground Playground, basketball, neighborhood recreation and routine maintenance Central Park Civic gathering space Small events, downtown activity, seating, shade and temporary programming. Sunset Beach Park Neighborhood water-access park Beach, playground, shoreline access and small-scale amenities. Lucille Beach Park Neighborhood water-access / paddling node Beach, signage, boundary definition, and paddle access. Musial Road Park Water-access site — primary role to be resolved Beach, paddling, emergency access and/or boat-launch function after safety and parking study. Arrowhead Park Neighborhood playground Play, shade, seating and routine neighborhood-level maintenance. Historic Icehouse Trail Trail and connectivity corridor Walking/biking access, wayfinding, seating, maintenance and future connections. Scout House Community/rental support facility at Lance Park Rental use, event support, accessible restrooms, possible kitchenette and improved public utility. Former Village Hall Site Future recreation site – role to be determined Evaluate the property for potential park and recreation use before establishing a permanent role or name VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 5 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES GOAL 1— Maintain and modernize the system before expanding it • Complete an annual condition review of fields, courts, playgrounds, restrooms, trails, shoreline, lighting and signs. • Correct outdated amenity descriptions and remove facilities that no longer exist from official inventories. • Prioritize safety, accessibility, erosion, drainage and high-use asset repairs before lower-priority additions. • Use lifecycle cost—not only construction price—when evaluating major improvements. GOAL 2— Build an accessible and inclusive recreation system • Create an ADA/accessibility improvement list for every major park and beach access point. • Add accessible routes, seating, parking, restrooms and recreation features when facilities are renovated. • Evaluate at least one universally accessible paddle launch location with safe parking and shoreline access. • Continue supporting adaptive recreation and ensure event areas can be used by people with mobility limitations. GOAL 3— Connect parks, neighborhoods and regional recreation routes • Prioritize shared-use paths and trail connections over unrealistic urban bike-lane concepts where roadway width is constrained. • Improve wayfinding to the Historic Icehouse Trail and public lake-access sites. • When new development is proposed, consider opportunities for pedestrian/bicycle connections to the broader recreation network where legally and physically appropriate. • When new subdivisions or major developments are proposed, evaluate opportunities to preserve or dedicate land for public open space, neighborhood recreation, or trail connections through the applicable development-review process. GOAL 4— Activate underused facilities through programming and partnerships • Contact leagues, schools and recreation groups before repurposing existing athletic fields. • Use pilot programs and temporary events to test new concepts before major construction. • Expand community events across more than one park when capacity allows. • Create clear agreements when community groups use, store equipment in, or help maintain public facilities. GOAL 5— Improve landscape quality and environmental performance • Remove invasive species strategically and restore wooded areas with manageable maintenance plans. • Use native/perennial planting, shade trees and naturalized areas where active turf is not necessary. • Develop a tree/bench/amenity donation policy and approved materials list. • Consider irrigation or drip irrigation where it supports landscaped areas and reduces repeated manual watering. GOAL 6— Make major new amenities deliberate, not impulsive • Treat concepts such as a splash pad, dog park, RC track, new band pavilion at Lance Park, and beer-garden infrastructure as study items until feasibility and site review are completed. • For each major concept, evaluate demand, site fit, parking, utilities, noise, neighbors, staffing, annual operating cost and replacement reserve. • Avoid removing useful landforms or existing facilities until a site master plan shows a clearly better long-term use. GOAL 7— Keep the plan implementable and grant-ready • Maintain an annual implementation list identifying next steps and potential funding sources. Develop current cost estimates when projects advance to budgeting, design, or grant application. • Use this plan to support grant narratives, but update project details as funding programs change. • Coordinate capital projects with Village budgeting, Public Works capacity, engineering and required Board approvals. • Review the plan annually and complete a formal update on an appropriate multi-year cycle. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 6 PARK-BY-PARK RECOMMENDATIONS Each park section separates near-term work from concepts that require additional study. This prevents future possibilities from being mistaken for funded projects. Lance Park PARK ROLE Waterfront community and event hub | Protect the shoreline/event identity while improving accessibility, appearance and support facilities. Existing / active uses to recognize • Beach, boat launch, fishing pier, amphitheater, trail, grills/picnic areas and concession/restroom area. • Water-ski activity and adaptive water-ski programming. • Community events and seasonal programming • Heavy weekend picnicking and seasonal event use. • Scout House rental/event support. Near-term priorities • Install/complete prominent Lance Park identification signage and a consistent wayfinding package. • Advance lighting, security/camera considerations, targeted irrigation and small playground improvements through a site plan. • Improve trash placement and screening without making disposal inconvenient. • Complete shoreline-condition review and identify remaining stabilization needs. • Assess accessible routes, seating, event viewing and an ADA/universal paddle-launch opportunity. • Complete a Scout House facility assessment before piecemeal renovation. Planning direction • Preserve the hill in the near term. A walking/snowshoe/cross-country-ski loop and landscape improvements should be evaluated before any demolition. A new band pavilion should only be considered as part of a full site master plan because Lance already contains a waterfront performance area. • Consider restarting Movies in the Park as programming first. Replace aging equipment only after confirming staffing, storage, frequency and audience demand. • The building’s primary value should be public/community use. Review private rental use and storage needs as part of future planning. • Future water-play concepts should remain location-neutral until utility demand, operations, beach crowding and site fit are compared across the system. Scout House PARK ROLE Community/rental support facility within Lance Park | Improve public usefulness, accessibility and event support while reducing storage conflicts. • Renovate or reconfigure restrooms to improve condition and accessibility. • Evaluate a modest kitchenette or staging area for catered/rental events rather than a full commercial kitchen unless demand warrants it. • Inventory stored materials and relocate items that do not need to occupy public rental space. • Improve interior finishes, wayfinding, rental information and building appearance as part of one coordinated facility plan. • Clarify how the building supports park events versus private rentals so conflicts are managed in advance. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 7 Legion Park PARK ROLE Active neighborhood recreation | Racquet sports, play and youth field use; verify and modernize aging assets. Immediate verification / maintenance • Assess baseball-diamond condition, actual scheduling and repair needs. • Assess playground and volleyball condition. • Confirm current tennis/pickleball configuration and storage needs. Recommended direction • Prioritize court rehabilitation and pickleball/tennis use based on demonstrated demand. • Contact youth leagues, schools and recreation groups before reducing or repurposing the ballfield. • If field demand remains low after outreach, evaluate alternate active-recreation uses in a later master plan. • Improve entrance signage and a basic park map/amenity panel. West Side Park PARK ROLE Active recreation + neighborhood nature | Rehabilitate active facilities while turning the wooded/open portions into a stronger walking and nature asset. Near-term priorities • Complete tennis/pickleball court plan and clearly identify dual-use or dedicated-court configuration. • Assess basketball court, playground and ballfield condition; address safety and basic usability first. • Remove buckthorn/invasive growth and excessive dead material in the wooded area through a phased maintenance plan. • Maintain existing sledding function and seasonal access. Trail / landscape direction • Develop a walking loop through the wooded/open portions where feasible. • Design trail width and access so maintenance and emergency response are practical. • Add benches at useful intervals and shade/cover only where it meaningfully improves use. • Naturalize selected low-use turf areas to reduce mowing and improve habitat. • Retain public-access parcels that may be important for future trail or neighborhood connection unless a separate land- use analysis shows they are no longer needed. Millennium Park PARK ROLE Flexible community recreation + open space | Use the park’s size deliberately; do not let large underused areas remain undefined. • Complete a current-use assessment of the open field and former soccer/football function before investing in or removing athletic infrastructure. • Reach out to leagues and schools to determine whether practice/game demand could return with modest field improvements. • Maintain and improve the shelter, playground, restroom and existing trail network as core assets. • Evaluate a dog park as a feasibility study, including fencing, parking, waste, water, noise, neighbors, winter access and ongoing maintenance. • Consider prairie/native conversion in portions of low-use turf, with mowed or surfaced walking loops. • Preserve sufficient flexible lawn for informal play, events and future needs rather than overprogramming the entire site. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 8 Mueller Park PARK ROLE Neighborhood playground | Maintain and improve the park as a small-scale neighborhood recreation area centered on its existing playground and basketball use. • Assess the condition, age, safety and accessibility of the existing playground equipment and surfacing. • Assess the condition and maintenance needs of the basketball court. • Prioritize repair or replacement of existing recreation facilities before adding new amenities. • Consider accessibility, shade, seating and landscaping improvements where they would support neighborhood use. • Keep future improvements appropriately scaled to the park’s neighborhood-playground role. Central Park PARK ROLE Civic gathering space | Use temporary programming to create activity without overbuilding a small site. • Improve seating, shade, landscaping and clear park identification. • Use rotating food-truck nights, small pop-up events or community gathering programming to test demand. • Avoid treating Central Park as the default location for large amenities simply because it is centrally located; its limited space should remain flexible. • Coordinate event programming with parking, pedestrian access, waste handling and nearby businesses. Sunset Beach Park PARK ROLE Neighborhood water-access park | Protect beach access and simple family use; avoid unnecessary complexity. • Maintain playground, beach, grill/bench area and clear identification signage. • Coordinate with the Lake District on the shoreline/retaining-wall project and consider park access needs as that work moves forward. • Evaluate paddle access only where it can be separated from swimming and does not create parking conflict. • Improve boundary definition and pedestrian approach where unclear. Lucille Beach Park PARK ROLE Neighborhood water-access / paddling node | Make the site easier to find, access and understand. • Install clear Lucille Beach Park identification signage as part of a consistent Village park/beach sign system. • Clearly define the public park boundaries using landscaping, boulders, signage, or other appropriate features to reduce parking and private-property conflicts. • Evaluate improvements for kayak/paddle launching, including an accessible route or launch where site conditions allow. • Review shoreline condition, including retaining structures, erosion, and trees affecting the shoreline. • Develop a clearer parking layout to address informal parking on the grass and help users understand where parking is permitted. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 9 Musial Road Park (Musial Beach) PARK ROLE Water-access site — primary role to be resolved | Resolve the conflict among swimming, paddling, powerboat launching, emergency access and limited parking. Key decision before capital work This site should not be asked to function simultaneously as a family beach, ADA paddle launch and high-volume powerboat launch without a traffic, parking and safety analysis. The Village should first decide the site’s primary public purpose. • Document current launch volume, traffic backups, parking behavior, emergency access needs and pedestrian conflicts during peak weekends. • Evaluate whether the long-term role should prioritize walk-in/paddle access and emergency access rather than unrestricted powerboat launching. • If paddle access is prioritized, provide accessible parking/route where feasible and improve launch stability. • Maintain simple family amenities such as a bench/picnic table and protect the shallow-water beach character. • Any change to boat access should be separately reviewed for legal, operational and public-impact considerations before implementation. Arrowhead Park PARK ROLE Neighborhood playground | Maintain the existing playground as a safe, identifiable neighborhood recreation area and address basic comfort and accessibility needs over time. • Assess the condition, safety and accessibility of the existing playground equipment and surfacing. • Maintain clear park identification signage. • Consider shade and seating where space allows and where they would support neighborhood use. • Prioritize routine maintenance and playground repair or replacement before adding new amenities. • Keep future improvements appropriately scaled to neighborhood use. Historic Icehouse Trail PARK ROLE Trail and connectivity corridor | Treat the trail as infrastructure that links destinations, not just as an isolated recreation feature. • Maintain trail surface, drainage, vegetation and sight lines on a defined schedule. • Add wayfinding at entrances and connections so casual riders/walkers—not only experienced cyclists—can understand the route. • Add benches at logical rest points and weather cover only where it has a clear use and can be maintained. • Pursue long-range connections to schools, neighborhoods, parks and regional trail/conservation lands as rights-of- way, easements and funding become feasible. • Coordinate future development review with opportunities to preserve or create trail connections. Former Village Hall Site PARK ROLE Future Recreation site | Evaluate the former Village Hall Property for potential park and recreation use before assigning a permanent name or long-term park role • Include the former Village Hall property in future park-system planning. • Evaluate the site for potential recreational or park use and identify opportunities and limitations. • Determine an appropriate long-term role for the property before proposing significant improvements. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 10 PROGRAMMING AND COMMUNITY EVENTS Community events and recreation programs are an important part of how Village parks are currently used and should be reflected in the plan. The plan should distinguish between established activities, programs the Village would like to revive, and future programming opportunities. Program opportunity Recommended approach Existing community events and recreation Recognize existing park use, community events, water-ski activities, adaptive recreation and heavy seasonal picnicking in the plan, particularly at Lance Park. Movies in the Park Identify Movies in the Park as a program the Village would like to bring back, with Lance Park as the traditional location. Food-truck events Explore rotating food-truck events at suitable parks such as Lance, Central and West Side rather than identifying one permanent location at this time. Beer garden Retain a beer garden as a future programming concept or wish-list item. Evaluate potential locations and operating requirements before moving forward. Youth sports partnerships Contact local leagues, schools and recreation programs to better understand field demand and identify improvements that could increase use of existing athletic facilities. Seasonal recreation Consider walking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and similar seasonal use where existing or future trails and park conditions support them. Adaptive recreation Recognize existing adaptive water-ski programming at Lance Park and consider opportunities to improve accessibility and support inclusive recreation within the park system. TRAILS AND CONNECTIVITY Focus on trail and multi-use connectivity Twin Lakes has limited roadway width for conventional bicycle lanes in many areas. Rather than relying primarily on on-street bicycle lanes, the park plan should focus on improving trail connectivity and identifying practical opportunities for multi-use connections within the Village and to surrounding recreation areas. Priorities • Use the Historic Icehouse Trail as an important existing connection and explore opportunities to extend it or connect it with other trails and recreation areas. • Explore possible connections between existing trails, parks, schools, neighborhoods and other community destinations, including the potential connection behind Lakewood School toward Legion Drive. • Explore long-range connections to nearby county parks, conservation lands and other regional recreation destinations where feasible. • Use multi-use trail concepts where appropriate to accommodate walking, bicycling and other uses determined appropriate for the particular corridor. • Improve directional information and signage so residents and visitors can better understand existing and future trail connections. • When new development is proposed, consider opportunities to provide or preserve connections to the Village's broader trail and recreation system. • Maintain and build upon existing bicycle and trail planning so future projects remain eligible for potential grant opportunities. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 11 ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSIVE RECREATION Accessibility should be considered when existing park facilities are improved or replaced so that residents and visitors with mobility limitations have meaningful opportunities to use Village parks and recreation facilities. Area Planning Direction Park Access Review accessible parking and routes to major park amenities when improvements are planned. An accessible amenity should have a practical accessible route from an appropriate parking area. Restrooms and Facilities Improve accessibility of the Scout House restrooms as part of future renovation planning and consider accessibility when other park restroom facilities are improved. Playgrounds Include accessible and inclusive play opportunities when playground equipment is replaced or expanded, including equipment usable by children with mobility limitations where feasible. Water Access Evaluate accessible kayak/paddle access at appropriate Village lake-access sites. Consider parking, route-to-water access, shoreline conditions and competing uses when selecting locations. Lance Park Evaluate Lance Park as a potential location for accessible paddle access because of its existing recreation activity and adaptive water-sports use. Other Lake-Access Parks Evaluate accessible paddle or walk-in water access at smaller beach/access sites where parking, shoreline conditions and site constraints allow. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 12 LANDSCAPE AND NATURAL RESOURCES Low-maintenance beautification • Develop a coordinated, low-maintenance landscape approach for Village parks using durable perennials, shrubs, shade trees, native plantings and other improvements appropriate to each site. • Favor plantings that can be maintained reliably without creating unnecessary ongoing maintenance demands. • Consider irrigation or drip irrigation where it would help support landscaped areas and reduce repeated manual watering. • Use prairie, wildflower or other naturalized plantings in selected low-use areas where they can reduce mowing while still allowing paths and usable recreation space. • Develop a coordinated approach to park trees, including future planting and donation opportunities. Wooded areas and invasive species • Remove buckthorn and other invasive vegetation from West Side Park and other wooded park areas where appropriate. • Incorporate wooded-area cleanup and invasive-species control into ongoing park maintenance rather than treating it as a one-time project. • Address accumulated dead vegetation, visibility and potential fire-risk concerns as wooded areas are maintained. • Preserve desirable mature trees where practical and incorporate future tree planting into park planning. Shoreline stewardship • Review identified shoreline-condition concerns at Village lake-access parks, including Lance and Lucille. • Coordinate shoreline repairs with public access needs, including beaches, kayak/paddle access and other existing uses. • At Lucille Beach Park, evaluate shoreline conditions together with tree impacts, parking/boundary issues and improved paddle access. • Consider ice and other site conditions when planning future shoreline repairs or improvements. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 13 ACTION FRAMEWORK — REVISED TABLE 7 This table is intentionally concise. It identifies existing/ongoing park use and programming alongside near-term, mid-term, and study/long-range priorities. “Near-term” means begin evaluation/design/maintenance action; it does not mean every project must be constructed immediately. Where current conditions are uncertain, verification is noted rather than assumed. Facility Existing / ongoing use & programming Near-term Mid-term Study / long-range Systemwide Village parks, beaches, trail, athletic facilities and seasonal community programming; current inventories and conditions vary by site and should be verified. Verify current park inventories and amenities; complete condition/accessibility review; develop coordinated park/beach signage; advance park-donation policy; establish low- maintenance landscape approach. Implement prioritized accessibility, signage and landscape improvements; track park use and maintenance needs to guide future priorities. Major new amenities only after need, location and feasibility are evaluated. Lance Beach, boat launch, fishing pier, amphitheater, trail, picnic/grill areas and concession/restroom area; Events; water-ski and adaptive water-ski programming; heavy seasonal picnicking; Scout House event support. Park identification signage; trash-location improvements; lighting/security review; small- playground needs; shoreline review; Scout House/accessibility review Landscape/irrigation improvements; Scout House/restroom improvements; accessible paddle/kayak access where feasible Evaluate hill/trail use and any pavilion proposal together before altering the hill; major water feature remains location- neutral. Scout House Community/private rentals and park-event support; current storage use. ADA/restroom assessment; review storage needs and current public/rental use. Restroom, kitchenette, interior and accessibility improvements supporting broader community use. Evaluate expanded community/public use based on demand, operating needs and available space. Legion Tennis/pickleball, playground, volleyball and ballfield; ballfield is currently underused. Assess tennis/pickleball, field and playground conditions; contact leagues; evaluate parking/accessibility needs. Court and field rehabilitation; inclusive/accessible playground improvements; signage and other identified facility improvements. Consider alternate field use only if league outreach and rehabilitation opportunities do not support continued athletic use. West Side Tennis/pickleball, basketball, playground, ballfield, sledding and wooded/open-space use; ballfield is used for younger players/practice but needs improvement. Assess tennis/pickleball courts, basketball, ballfield and playground; begin invasive/deadwood cleanup; develop walking- trail concept. Rehabilitate courts/field/playground; develop walking loop with benches and maintenance/emergency access; continue wooded-area restoration. Evaluate disc golf or another compatible recreation concept only after existing facilities and trail/natural-area needs are addressed. Millennium Shelter, playground, restroom, trails and large open/former football field; current athletic-field use is limited and should be verified. Assess actual use of former football/open field; contact leagues/schools; verify existing facilities and maintenance needs. Improve existing trails/open space; evaluate native/prairie areas and possible dog- park/community recreation concepts. Determine the long-term use of underused field/open space after outreach, including dog park, community garden, recreation or naturalized uses as appropriate. Mueller Neighborhood playground and basketball court serving local neighborhood recreation. Assess playground equipment, surfacing, basketball court, accessibility and maintenance needs. Complete needed repair/replacement and modest accessibility, shade, seating or landscape improvements. Consider additional neighborhood-scale improvements only if future need is demonstrated. Central Small civic/passive gathering space with benches and limited existing programming. Evaluate small pilot programming, including rotating food-truck or community events. Continue recurring small events if successful and compatible with the site's limited space. Permanent event infrastructure only if demonstrated use and site capacity support it. Sunset Neighborhood beach/water access with playground and simple grill/bench amenities. Coordinate with the Lake District on the shoreline/retaining-wall project; review related park access and signage needs Evaluate accessible paddle/kayak access where feasible and compatible with shoreline improvements Larger access changes only after site and parking constraints are evaluated. Lucille Neighborhood beach with informal kayak/paddle access; informal grass parking and limited site identification. Add clear identification signage; define public boundaries; address informal grass parking; review shoreline condition. Improve paddle/kayak access and boundary/landscape treatment where feasible. Expanded access only if parking, site dimensions and neighborhood impacts can be managed. Musial Small shallow family beach with picnicking; kayak/paddle and powerboat launching; emergency access; limited parking. Assess traffic, parking, boat-launch use, emergency access and beach use; clarify long-term site function. Improve simple beach amenities such as bench/picnic facilities; implement appropriate accessible walk-in/paddle access if selected. Decide the long-term balance among beach/swimming, paddle access, emergency access and powerboat launching after traffic/safety review. Arrowhead Neighborhood playground with an existing playground set. Assess playground equipment, surfacing, access, signage and routine maintenance needs. Complete needed playground repair/replacement and modest shade, seating or accessibility improvements. Consider additional neighborhood-scale improvements based on future need. Icehouse Trail Existing walking/bicycling trail connection; current route, wayfinding and connection points should be reviewed. Review current route, wayfinding and opportunities for local connections; incorporate into broader trail/connectivity planning. Improve wayfinding and feasible connections to neighborhoods, parks and other local destinations. Pursue regional connections as right-of- way, development opportunities, partnerships and funding become available. Former Village Hall Site Former Village Hall property; no permanent park name or defined recreation role has been established. Evaluate the site for potential park/recreational use and identify basic opportunities and constraints If the property is retained for recreation, establish an appropriate park role and improvement priorities. Consider permanent naming and future improvements after the site’s long-term role is determined. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 14 CONCEPTS REQUIRING FURTHER STUDY Concept Before the Village commits Splash pad / water feature Keep the concept location-neutral. Evaluate a splash pad, pop-up water feature, fountain, or similar amenity and compare potential locations before identifying a preferred park. Dog park Evaluate Millennium Park as a potential location, including whether a portion of its underused open/athletic-field area could accommodate a dog park. Complete site and operational review before committing to a location or design. RC track Retain as a future recreation concept with no location identified at this time. Evaluate site suitability and impacts before selecting a location. New band pavilion at Lance Treat as a future concept requiring additional study. Any pavilion proposal should be evaluated together with the existing hill, potential trail/recreation use of the hill, and existing performance facilities before major site changes are made. Beer garden infrastructure Retain as a future programming concept with no permanent location identified. Evaluate interest, suitable locations, and operating feasibility before considering permanent infrastructure. Food-truck area Consider rotating food-truck events among suitable parks, including Lance, Central, and West Side, before identifying any permanent location or dedicated infrastructure. Athletic-field conversion Evaluate current athletic-field use and contact local leagues and recreation groups before considering any change in use. If a field remains significantly underused after outreach, evaluate whether rehabilitation, partnership, or an alternative recreational use would better serve the community. Major trail extensions Treat major trail connections as long-range opportunities. Use existing bicycle/trail planning, pursue connections among parks, schools, neighborhoods, and regional destinations where feasible, and consider trail connections as part of future development planning. Community Garden Retain as a future park concept. Evaluate an appropriate location based on sunlight, access, parking, water availability, community participation, and compatibility with other park uses. VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES | DRAFT 15 VILLAGE PARK PLAN STYLE GUIDE TYPOGRAPHY Primary typeface: Aptos - Use Aptos consistently for headings, tables, body text, labels and callouts. Use bold weight for major headings and table labels, and regular weight for body text. VILLAGE PARK PLAN COLOR PALETTE Color Recommended use Swatch HEX RGB Primary dark navy Major headings / table headers #17365D 23, 54, 93 Secondary blue Supporting accent #2F75B5 47, 117, 181 Teal Secondary headings / labels #2A7F84 42, 127, 132 Muted green Supporting accent #548235 84, 130, 53 Sun gold Limited highlight accent #FCB21D 252, 178, 29 Light teal Callout / shaded background #DDEFEF 221, 239, 239 Light blue-gray Alternate table shading #F3F7F8 243, 247, 248 Dark charcoal Main body text #222222 34, 34, 34 White Reverse text / background #FFFFFF 255, 255, 255 FOUR-COLOR ACCENT BAR Use the accent bar in this order: Navy -> Blue -> Teal -> Green. Visual hierarchy: Navy for major headings and table headers; teal for secondary accents; blue and green as supporting colors; sun gold for limited logo highlights; light teal and blue-gray for shaded boxes and table rows; dark charcoal for body text.