VOP Spring Public 2015

NATURE CENTER MASTER PLAN Highlights

• Utilizes the existing building and existing driveway, which has been expanded to accommodate relocated parking spaces.

• Redevelops the former parking lot area into a flexible outdoor gathering space.

• Incorporates green features throughout the site.

• Envisions small group indoor and outdoor learning opportunities, based on self-guided tours led by kiosks and other educational signage.

• Includes looped trail system with seating areas and restoration exhibits.

• Includes a boardwalk that extends over the existing detention area to a bird watching station.

• Improves existing building with a patio, green roof, green storm water collection system, and façade wall murals with nature themes. (Full building improvements and programming and will be determined at a later date.) The next step will be to utilize the approved Master Plan to pursue grant opportunities and to move forward with site engineering and construction. Your comments and suggestions are welcomed! Please call the Development Services Department at 708-403-5300, or email to jturley@orlandpark.org.

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