Agenda packet — Menifee City Council, May 31, 2023 (part 1 of 2)

City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Bill Zimmerman, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ricky Estrada,District 2
Lesa Sobek, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
SPECIAL AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Special Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
4:00 PM Special Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City
Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, Acting Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING (4:00 PM)

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ROLL CALL

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4. WORKSHOP

4.1 Parks Master Plan Council Workshop
RECOMMENDED ACTION

1. Review the presentation provided by City consultant KTUA and provide feedback for the Parks Master Plan Update Final Draft.

5. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
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Staff Reports
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CITY OF MENIFEE
SUBJECT: Parks Master Plan Council Workshop
MEETING DATE: May 31, 2023
TO: Mayor and City Council
PREPARED BY: Kori Jones, Senior Management Analyst
REVIEWED BY: Jonathan Nicks, Deputy City Manager
APPROVED BY: Armando G. Villa, City Manager
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RECOMMENDED ACTION

1. Review the presentation provided by City consultant KTUA and provide feedback for the Parks Master Plan Update Final Draft.

DISCUSSION
The Parks Master Plan (PMP) update revisits and builds upon existing goals and policies for Menifee-maintained parks, trails, and recreational programs. This update focused on gauging current opinions and priorities of the community to coincide with the recent growth experienced in the last seven years since the adoption of the original Parks, Open Space, Trails, and Recreation Master Plan in 2016. The PMP document will guide future park and trail development, community activities and programs, as well as align with goals established under the City’s Strategic Plan adopted March 1, 2023.

Based in San Diego, KTUA has over 30 years of experience in developing master plans as well as land use and transportation planning. In March 2022, the City hired KTUA to spearhead the PMP update. Moreover, KTUA assisted the City’s Engineering Department with the completion of the Active Transportation Plan.

KTUA began work on the PMP update by reviewing existing City planning and visioning documents, conducting an inventory of parks and park amenities, reviewing current and future development projects being considered by the Planning Department, and created overlay maps to help identify areas of opportunity to improve access to the park system for underserved areas, enhance park amenities, park access through public trails, and expanded programming.

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Public Engagement and Survey Responses
As part of an extensive public outreach and survey process, KTUA, along with Community Services staff, conducted 13 stakeholder meetings and invited over 4,000 residents to participate in a statistically valid mail-back survey. Additionally, outreach was conducted at City events, social media platforms, and through an open online survey. Results of the public engagement and outreach efforts are as follows:
•Over 800 survey responses received, including:
o353 statistically valid survey responses from 4,000 surveys mailed o293 responses to open online survey
o161 in-person survey responses conducted at Citywide special events booths •Dedicated project webpage – www.cityofmenifee.us/parksmasterplan •News Alert on landing page of the City website
•Social media posts and stories highlighting events and survey opportunities •Article in Fall Edition of the Menifee Matters
•Direct emails to families in Menifee schools in both Romoland School District and Menifee Union School District
Table 1 below is a summary of formal community engagement meetings conducted by KTUA and City staff since June 2022, which gauged opinions of many key stakeholders, City Council, City Commissions, City staff, and members of the public.

Based on feedback from the public outreach process, some recurring public comments received included the desire for more adult recreation opportunities such as pickleball, splash pads and aquatics programs, additional park and field lighting, multi-generational public facilities, and more dedicated walking/hiking trails. It is important to note that 42% of respondents were unaware of which agency (City or Valley-wide Recreation and Park District) maintained their closest park. Full details of the responses received through the public outreach process are in Appendix A of the PMP Report.

Table 1 – Community Engagement Meetings
Date/Time Meeting Type Participants Location
July 21, 2022
6:00 PM
Community Workshop #1 Members of the Public Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
August 9, 2022
10:00 AM
Monthly Community Partners
Meeting & Stakeholder Meeting
Community Partners Kay Ceniceros
Senior Center
August 9, 2022
7:00 PM
Quail Valley Community
Meeting
Members of the Public Quail Valley
Moose Lodge
August 10, 2022
9:30 AM
Department Head Meeting &
Stakeholder Meeting
City Department Heads City Hall Council
Chambers
August 10, 2022
4:30 PM
Joint PRTC/Planning
Commission Special Meeting &
Stakeholder Meeting
PRTC & Planning
Commissions &
Members of the Public
City Hall Council
Chambers
August 23, 2022
10:00 AM
Senior Advisory Committee &
Stakeholder Meeting
Senior Advisory Committee
& Members of the Public
City Hall Council
Chambers
August 29, 2022
5:00 PM
Stakeholder Meeting Sports Groups Online via Zoom
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Date/Time Meeting Type Participants Location
September 22, 2022
8:30 AM
Oasis Coffee with the Board
Community Meeting
Members of the Public Oasis Clubhouse
September 22, 2022
6:00 PM
Community Workshop #2 Members of the Public MSJC
September 28, 2022
2:00 PM
Developer Stakeholder Meeting Residential Developers
within the City
Online via Teams
October 5, 2022
4:00 PM
City Council Special Meeting
Workshop & Stakeholder
Meeting
City Council &
Members of the Public
City Hall Council
Chambers
October 11, 2022
9:30 AM
Sun City Civic Association Members of the Public Sun City Civic Association
December 1, 2022
6:00 PM
PRTC Regular Meeting &
Community Workshop #3
Members of the Public City Hall Council
Chambers
Recommendations and Final Report
KTUA recommendations are separated into seven specific categories including:

1. Facilities and Amenities

2. Programs and Services

3. Administrative

4. Financial

5. Trails, Connectivity and Open Space

6. Placemaking

7. Technology
The research showed a park deficit of 2.4 acres per thousand residents (255 acres total deficit) when using a national standard for park access as well as looking at walking accessibility of parks within half mile from a resident’s home. Following the workshop, KTUA will take Council recommendations to create a final PMP Report for Council adoption in June 2023.

STRATEGIC PLAN OBJECTIVE
Community Engagement and Social Infrastructure

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended action. However, upon final adoption City staff will utilize the recommendations in the PMP to guide future Department Budgets and Capital Improvement Program projects to close the identified gaps in service and enhance current programs and amenities.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Parks Master Plan Draft Report

2. Appendix A - E
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

CITY COUNCIL
Bill Zimmerman, Mayor
Bob Karwin, Mayor Pro Tem, District 1
Ricky Estrada, Councilmember, District 2
Lesa Sobek, Councilmember, District 3
Dean Deines, Councilmember, District 4

PARKS, RECREATION, AND TRAILS COMMISSION
Bill Ackerman, Chair
David Foust, Vice Chair
Scott Bangle, Commissioner
Tierra Bowen, Commissioner
William Payne, Commissioner

CITY OF MENIFEE
Jonathan Nicks, Deputy City Manager
Mariana Mitchell, Community Services Manager
Bryce Howell, Park/Landscape Maintenance Manager
Kori Jones, Senior Management Analyst
KTUA
Joe Punsalan, Principal
Mike Singleton, Principal (Retired)
Matt Wilkins, Project Manager
Nicole Rogge, Planner
MATRIX
Alan Pennington, Principal Analyst
Chas Jordan, Senior Analyst
Khushboo Hussain, Senior Analyst
RRC
Kailyn Haskovec, Survey Manager
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TABLE OF CONTENTS III

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary ............................................................................. 7 History of Menifee ............................................................................................................................................................. 14 Department of Community Services Overview ................................................................................................. 16 Previous Planning History ............................................................................................................................................. 16 2023-2028 Strategic Plan .............................................................................................................................................. 17 Policies and Guidance from Other Studies .......................................................................................................... 19 Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District Overview ....................................................................................... 22 HOA Communities ............................................................................................................................................................ 24 Where Are We Now? ....................................................................................................................................................... 28 Demographic Profile ........................................................................................................................................................ 28 Park Classifications .......................................................................................................................................................... 30 A Closer look at Menifee’s Parks ............................................................................................................................... 34 A Closer Look at Valley-Wide Parks in Menifee ................................................................................................. 36 Descriptions of Existing City Parks .......................................................................................................................... 38 Level of Service .................................................................................................................................................................. 46 Comparative Analysis ...................................................................................................................................................... 48 Menifee Schools ................................................................................................................................................................. 50 Adjacent Parks and Recreation Facilities.............................................................................................................. 52 Trails, Bike Infrastructure, and Park Connections ............................................................................................. 54 Geographic Distribution Analysis ............................................................................................................................. 54 Program Overview and Analysis ............................................................................................................................... 63 Financial Conditions of Existing Park and Recreation Facilities ...............................................................67 National, Regional, and Local Recreation Trends ............................................................................................. 69 1 2
3 Why this Plan is Important............................................................................................................................................ 8 Recommendations ............................................................................................................................................................ 10 Scope of the Project ......................................................................................................................................................... 12 Planning Context ................................................................................ 13 Existing Conditions ............................................................................. 27 Community Priorities and Needs ...................................................... 73 4 Outreach Overview .......................................................................................................................................................... 74 Outreach Strategy ............................................................................................................................................................. 74 Community and Stakeholder Input .......................................................................................................................... 76 Stakeholder Interviews ................................................................................................................................................... 76 Community Survey ........................................................................................................................................................... 78 Community Workshops .................................................................................................................................................. 82 Community Engagement Key Trends ..................................................................................................................... 84 Item Title: 4.1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Future Conditions ................................................................................ 85 Recommendations That Will Help Menifee Plan for the Future ................................................................ 106 Programs and Services .................................................................................................................................................. 110 Administration ..................................................................................................................................................................... 114 Financial ................................................................................................................................................................................. 116 Trails, Connectivity, and Open Space ...................................................................................................................... 118 Placemaking ......................................................................................................................................................................... 120 Technology ............................................................................................................................................................................ 121 Potential Infill Opportunity Areas .............................................................................................................................. 122 Infill Amenity Opportunity Areas ............................................................................................................................... 124 Potential Future LOS Scenario ................................................................................................................................... 126 5 6
Adding New Facilities and Amenities for a Growing Population .............................................................. 86 Future Population-Based Service Analysis .......................................................................................................... 86 Planned Park Projects ..................................................................................................................................................... 90 Future Population .............................................................................................................................................................. 92 Future Level of Service Needs .................................................................................................................................... 94 Future Population Based Service Analysis ........................................................................................................... 96 Potential Opportunity Park and Community Center Sites ........................................................................... 99 Future Partnerships .......................................................................................................................................................... 99 Potential Trails, Park Connections, and Open Space ...................................................................................... 101 Recommendations ........................................................................... 105 Item Title: 4.1
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 2-1: Study Area .............................................................................................................................................................15 Figure 2-2: Existing Land Use (2019) ..............................................................................................................................23 Figure 2-3: HOA Communities and Facilities .............................................................................................................25 Figure 3-1: Racial and Ethic Makeup ..............................................................................................................................28 Figure 3-2: Demographic Data Summary ....................................................................................................................29 Figure 3-3: Menifee Population Growth Trends ........................................................................................................29 Figure 3-4: Existing Park Types and Locations .........................................................................................................33 Figure 3-5: Comparative Analysis Cities ......................................................................................................................48 Figure 3-6: Menifee Schools ................................................................................................................................................51 Figure 3-7: Existing Trails and Pedestrian Access to Parks ................................................................................55 Figure 3-8: 1/2 and 2-Mile Travelsheds with Existing Residential Use ..........................................................57 Figure 3-9: Existing Parks with Playgrounds .............................................................................................................58 Figure 3-10: Existing Parks with Sport Courts ...........................................................................................................59 Figure 3-11: Existing Multi-purpose Fields ...................................................................................................................60 Figure 3-12: Existing Diamond Fields ..............................................................................................................................61 Figure 3-13: Existing Community Centers ...................................................................................................................62 Figure 3-14: Parks and Programming Revenue Streams .....................................................................................67 Figure 3-15: Estimated Sport Participation in Menifee ..........................................................................................70 Figure 3-16: Estimated Recreational Activity Participation In Menifee, CA ................................................70 Figure 3-17: Generations ........................................................................................................................................................71 Figure 3-18: Nationwide Generational Recreational Activity Participation .................................................72 Figure 4-1: Community Engagement Timeline .......................................................................................................... 74 Figure 4-2: Most Visited Park Facilities .........................................................................................................................80 Figure 4-3: Liklihood of park visitors that would use trails and pedestrian connections ....................80 Figure 4-4: The importance of facilitates and services offered by City of Menifee Parks ...................80 Figure 4-5: Facilitates and Services Importance/Needs Met Matrix Summary ........................................81 Figure 4-6: Facilities and Services Importance/Needs Met Matrix .................................................................81 Figure 5-1: Future Residential Land use with Existing Parks .............................................................................88 Figure 5-2: Future Residential Land use and Future and Existing Parks ....................................................89 Figure 5-3: Future Residential Development and Future Parks .......................................................................93 Figure 5-4: Existing Park Pressure (2020 population) ...........................................................................................97 Figure 5-5: Future Park Pressure (2035 population) ..............................................................................................98 Figure 5-6: Potential Parcels for Future Proposed Park and Community Center Infill .......................100 Figure 5-7: Potential Park Connections, Non-vehicular trails, and open space .....................................103 Figure 6-1: Revenues and Expenses for Parks and Recreation: Fiscal Year 2023 ..................................116 Figure 6-2: Overlapping Amenity Gaps with Potential Infill Opportunity Areas ....................................123 Figure 6-3: Opportunity Areas .........................................................................................................................................124 Figure 6-4: Potential Future Scenario Park Travelsheds .................................................................................... 127 Item Title: 4.1
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 3-1: Classified Existing Parks with Associated Acres ...............................................................................30 Table 3-2: City-wide Park Amenity Inventory ............................................................................................................35 Table 3-3: Valley-Wide Park Amenity Inventory ....................................................................................................... 37 Table 3-4: City-wide Park Assessment Scores .........................................................................................................38 Table 3-5: Existing Level of Service (2022) .................................................................................................................46 Table 3-6: Level of Service Current Population (NRPA Averages) ................................................................4 7 Table 3-7: Comparative analysis with southern California cities .....................................................................48 Table 3-8: Amenity Comparative Analysis ..................................................................................................................49 Table 3-9: Categorized Park Level of Service ............................................................................................................56 Table 3-10: Top Fifteen Activities based on Registrant Users (2021-2022) ..................................................64 Table 3-11: Top Fifteen Activities based on Registrant Users (2022-March 2023) ..................................64 Table 3-12: Program Offerings from Southern California Recreation and Parks Organizations ......65 Table 3-13: Cultural Arts Programs from Other Recreation Organizations .................................................66 Table 3-14: Programmatic Specific Cost Recovery .................................................................................................68 Table 3-15: Nationwide Team Sport Participation Trends ..................................................................................69 Table 5-1: Future Level of Service (2035) Existing and Planned Parks ........................................................86 Table 5-2: Future Amenity Level of Service (2035) Existing and Planned Parks .................................... 87 Table 5-3: Level of Service Adjustment Table ...........................................................................................................94 Table 5-4: Future Level of Service Table with Adjustment ..................................................................................95 Table 6-1: Infill Amenities for Nova Park Opportunity Areas ............................................................................ 124 Table 6-2: Infill Recommendations Table ................................................................................................................... 125 Table 6-3: Future Scenario Amenity Level of Service (2035) ......................................................................... 126 Table 6-4: Future Scenario Level of Service (2035) ............................................................................................. 128 Item Title: 4.1
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Summary
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INTRODUCTION

WHY THIS PLAN IS IMPORTANT
The Menifee Parks Master Plan (Master Plan) helps set the vision for the City’s park and recreational services for the next decade. According to The Hill, the City of Menifee is the seventh fastest growing city in the nation based on population increases in 2022. Furthermore, the City is anticipating growing by over 17,000 residents by 2035, according to a review of future planned residential development. With this level of growth, proper planning for the City’s park and recreation system is crucial. The City completed a parks master plan in 2016.

Much of this plan has been implemented and is a major accomplishment, however, the need for additional park planning is imperative considering the expected growth. This growth provides city residents with great economic opportunities and benefits, and it poses a unique set of challenges to ensure the City is provid- ing park and recreation needs for residents in all areas of the City. Creating new recreational opportunities where new growth is occurring and maintaining and updating existing parks and recreational facilities will be critical.

Key Issues and Reoccurring Themes
Issues regarding parks, recreation facilities, and programs were identified using various methods of input.

These issues include: a review of existing plans and documents, stakeholder meetings, inventory of existing facilities, a statistically-valid and open-link survey, level of service analysis, and various community work- shops and presentations. A summary of the information gathered from these sources can be found in Chap- ter 4 and Appendix A.

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The major issues and findings of this study include:

Community Survey
» Trails, pathways, and open spaces are rated the
highest in terms of importance.
» Respondents feel strongly about adding walking
trails/interpretive trails and more splashpads/
spray grounds in the next five years.
» 42 percent of respondents indicated they are un-
aware what agency manages their closest park.
» 21 percent of respondents live in an HOA com-
munity.

Stakeholder Interviews
» Desire to combine Valley-Wide Recreation and
Park District (Valley-Wide) into the City park sys-
tem.
» Park and field lighting is needed.
» Explore aquatic play elements at various parks.
» Consider multi-generational facilities.
» Incorporate accessible features at playground
and facilities throughout the City.

Summary of Program Analysis
» The top three most popular programs in the 2021-
2022 program year were Senior Soul Line Dance,
Taekwondo, and Texas Hold ‘Em.
» The top three most popular programs in the
2022-2023 program year were Texas Hold ‘Em,
Fitness, and Tiny Tots Program.
» Compared to nearby cities, the City is lacking
in aquatics programs, due to the lack of aquatic
facilities, although many HOAs in Menifee have
swimming pools.

According to National Recreation and Park Associ-
ation (NRPA) (national averages), the City of Meni-
fee is below average in:
» Swimming pools
» Splashpads/spraygrounds
» Multi-purpose fields
» Lighted multi-purpose fields
» Tennis courts
» Volleyball courts
Community Engagement Numbers
807
Total Completed
Surveys
10 Stakeholder/
Focus Group
Meetings
3 Community
Workshops
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
The following terms are utilized throughout the re-
port and the definitions to these terms are below:

Active recreation: Structured individual or team
activity that requires the use of special facilities,
courses, fields, or equipment.

Amenity: A physical element that accommodates
a recreational activity or sport.

Commission for Accreditation of Park and
Recreation Agencies (CAPRA): A non-profit or-
ganization that delivers quality assurance and
improvement to accredited park and recreation
organizations throughout the country by helping
them build a comprehensive management system
of operational best practices.

Facility: The built features within parks that cre-
ate opportunities to engage in specific games and
activities. These can range from single courts or
small play areas up to the recreation centers which
support a wide variety of self-directed and pro-
grammed recreation.

Infill: Areas of open space within existing parks
that are suitable for potential development or new
amenities. Infill areas can also indicate vacant land
that is not currently a park that is suitable for new
park development in the future.

Multi-use trail: A designated pathway that accom-
modates various modes of active transportation. It
is designed to be accessible to a wide range of us-
ers, including pedestrians, cyclists, joggers, skat-
ers, and sometimes even equestrians. Multi-use
trails are separate from vehicular traffic and pro-
vide a safe and scenic environment for people to
engage in non-motorized activities.

Natural habitat: Native or naturalized plant com-
munities and natural features such as woodlands,
riparian corridors, and varied undeveloped land-
scape, including but not limited to all areas des-
ignated as environmentally sensitive habitat areas
(ESHA) in the General Plan.

National Park and Recreation Association
(NRPA) national averages: Amenity standards
based on the 2020 Agency Performance Review
Survey.

RECOMMENDATIONS
After analyzing the findings, community and stake-
holder input, inventory of existing facilities, level of service analysis, and analysis of future recreation
trends, a series of recommendations were devel-
oped to guide the improvement of Menifee’s parks,
recreation facilities, and programs. The project rec-
ommendations are organized into three goals
: In-
clude, Integrate, and Improve. T hese broad goals
help to organize the overall strategies for the project.

Goals and strategies represent ideas that have
evolved from the beginning of the work eff ort and
have been influenced by public input, level of ser-
vice analysis, and other factors. These broad goals
and strategies identify objectives and actions
which have further fiscal planning impacts, oper-
ational budget impacts, and timelines to complete.

The recommendations can be found in more detail
in Chapter 6.
6 5
7 Placemaking
Trails, Connectivity,
and Open Space
Technology

INTEGRATE
3 4
Administrative
Financial

IMPROVE
12 Facilities and
Amenities
Programs and
Services

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Spirit Park Picnic Area
Open space: Any area of land that is essentially
unimproved and designated for one or more of the
following open space uses: (1) land for the preser-
vation of natural resources; (2) land for the man-
aged production of resources; (3) open space for
outdoor recreation; (4) open space for public health
and safety; and (5) protection of Native American
cultural sites, including burial, historic or archaeo-
logical, sacred, or other cultural sites.

Park: Public land for passive or active recreation.

Passive natural area: Areas designated for passive
recreation where minimal stress impacted the site’s
resources.

Passive recreation: Recreational activities that do
not require constructed facilities like sports fields
or pavilions.

Playground: A space designed for children to play
and explore. It may include playsets, interactive
panels, and protective surfacing. The types of parks
are defined in detail in Chapter 3 Park Classifica-
tions.

Level of Service (LOS): A qualitative measure to
relate the quantity of park facilities. This measure-
ment evaluates how parks, open spaces, and facili-
ties serve the given community.

Geographic Distribution Analysis (GDA): Exam-
ines the walktime, biketime, and drivetime to the
parks and open spaces within the City as deter-
mined by a GIS parkshed analysis.

Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District (Val-
ley-Wide): A parks district that owns and maintains
24 parks within the City of Menifee and a total of 80
parks in the entire district. The District was created
when Menifee was an unincorporated area of the
County of Riverside. These parks were not trans-
ferred to the City when Menifee incorporated.

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SCOPE OF THE

PROJECT
The scope of the Master Plan encompasses a sum-
mary of the existing planning efforts, an inventory
of all parks and amenities, an assessment of the
current standards, projections of future conditions,
input from the community, and recommendations
to the City. The Master Plan sets the future direction
of the parks, playgrounds, and portions of parks
and open space with improved facilities in the City
of Menifee’s parks system.

Overview of the Document
Executive Summary: The executive summary pro-
vides an overview of the entire document, identifies
key issues and themes within the City’s park sys-
tem, and provides an overview of the recommen-
dations.

Planning Context: The planning context gives
context to the City of Menifee, the State of Califor-
nia, and the United States. It provides an overview
of The City’s parks, recreation, and community
services. It gives policies and guidance from other
studies. This section describes the three different
park systems, City parks, Valley-Wide parks, and
HOA parks and facilities, and the impact they have
on the overall park system.

Existing Conditions: The existing conditions give
an overview of the demographic profile of the City
of Menifee. It explains the differences between
mini-parks, neighborhood parks, and communi-
ty parks, and categorizes each park to its respec-
tive category. It lists the amenities of each park for
both City parks and Valley-Wide parks. It shows the
level of service of the entire park system based on
NRPA (national averages) and compares the City to
several other Southern California cities. It provides
a series of maps that show geographically where
parks are and analyzes current recreational pro-
gram participation and trends.

Key takeaways include:

1. The City has a 2.4 park acre per 1,000 residents
deficit citywide.

2. The City is lacking aquatic facilities (swimming
pools and splashpads).

3. The City has high totals of program registrants.

Recreational programs are very popular post
COVID-19.

Community Outreach: The community outreach
summarizes the information gathered from the ex-
tensive community engagement efforts completed
throughout the entire planning process. It includes
public input gathered from the three community
workshops, statically-valid survey, stakeholder in-
terviews, and focus group interviews. It takes com-
munity’s input and identifies key trends and priori-
ties of the community and stakeholders.

Key takeaways:

1. There is a strong desire for a public aquatic
facility.

2. Residents would like to have more adult sports
programs.

3. Survey respondents want more trails and paths.

Future Conditions: The future conditions analyzes
the projected parks and facilities. It also identifies
recreation trends, planned residential development
and population increases in the City, and these im-
pact on the future level of service.

Key takeaways:

1. Community needs adjustment shows that pick-
leball courts, tennis courts, multi-purpose fields,
and splashpads are the most needed amenities
by the community.

2. The increased future population will create an
increased demand for more park acres.

Recommendations: The recommendations identi-
fy key strategies, action items, and goals to improve
the existing and future level of service of parks,
recreational programs, and service delivery. This
chapter also identifies infill opportunities at each
existing park and potential amenities that could be
incorporated at an existing park. The recommenda-
tions also provides potential funding opportunities
to execute the goals and recommendations.

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HISTORY OF MENIFEE
The history of Menifee can be traced back to Native American tribes that once inhabited the area which included Luiseño tribes, specifically the Pechanga band. By the 1700’s Spanish conquistadors landed in California and the area fell within the Spanish empire’s rule. The area was eventually annexed into the United States from Mexico in 1850 under California’s statehood.

Farming was the primary land use starting in the mid-1800s. By the 1880’s mining activity began with the discovery of a large quartz lode by miner Luther Menifee Wilson, which gave the City it’s name. Although mining and farming were prevalent in the early 1900s, the unincorporated area didn’t see much development until a major builder from Phoenix, Arizona, Del Webb, had a vision of an active retirement community and built the first major development, Sun City, in the early 1960s. Sun City can still be found near the center of the City today.

On June 3, 2008, the residents of the communities encompassing the City of Menifee voted to incorporate Menifee into Riverside County’s 26th city. The new City of Menifee was officially established on October 1, 2008. However, the parks administered by Valley-Wide Parks Service District did not transfer into the new City parks system but the city contracted with Valley-Wide to continue programs before opting to establish the Community Services Department in 2015.

Sheep at Karakul Fur Farm on property first owned by James B.

Farrell in the 1880s, now Audie Murphy Ranch.

Photo from a postcard of Quail Valley Lake. It was used for boat- ing, fishing, and swimming in the 1950s.

Private pool and recreation area at the Quail Valley Country Club in the mid 1950s.

The entrance to William Newport Ranch in 1905 located near present day Kay Ceniceros Center.

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FIGURE 2-1: Study Area
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PREVIOUS PLANNING

HISTORY
Following the building of Sun City in the 1960s,
much of the City has followed the trend of
master-planned communities. This includes the
communities of The Lakes, Mariposa, Oasis, Audie
Murphy Ranch, Heritage Lakes, Canyon Heights,
Menifee Valley Ranch, Caider Ranch, and various
other communities.

Though the City has various master-planned
communities, some areas within the City follow
less defined, rural development patterns. Examples
include Quail Valley located in the northwestern
section of the City, Romoland located in the
northeastern section of the City, and Bell Mountain
Ranches located in the south and southwest
portions of the City.

The City of Menifee has been following their last
Trails, Parks, Open Space, and Recreation Master
Plan completed in 2016. Since then, the City
has completed a number of new park projects.

Presently, the City is experiencing rapid population
growth and the plan is in need of an update
to accommodate the new needs of the future
community. Furthermore, the City is going through
various planning and policy updates to help inform
and manage the current growth in a sustainable
and reasonable manner.

DEPARTMENT OF

COMMUNITY

SERVICES OVERVIEW
The City’s Department of Community Services is
in charge of the recreational facilities, programs,
and various other service areas, except for Valley-
Wide and Homeowner Association (HOA) parks.

The goal of the department is to create community
through people, parks and programs. The vision of
the department is:

We enhance residents’ quality of life by delivering
quality programs, services, and facilities that create
lasting positive memories for youth, adults and
seniors throughout the community.

The Community Services Department is comprised
of the following service areas:
» Community outreach (committee and
commission)
» Facility maintenance
» Outreach and education of state-wide waste
and recycling initiatives
» Park and landscape maintenance
» Park development/improvement
» Recreation and leisure activities
» Senior services
» Special events
» Youth programs
» Sports: Youth and alternative
Aerial view of Sun City Retirement Community during its con- struction in the mid 1960s.

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2023-2028 STRATEGIC
PLAN
The 2023-2028 Strategic Plan Update is a five-year
plan adopted by City Council in March 2023 that
serves as a foundation for the City’s process, it
defines the City’s shared vision for the future, and
focuses resources on five strategic priorities. The
plan serves as a guide to align with other city ini-
tiatives. It sets priorities, goals, and objectives and performance measures for government transparen-
cy, accountability, and continued improvement. The
five strategic priorities and how the Parks Master
Plan integrates these priorities are as follows:

1. Connectivity and Mobility
To provide acces s to parks for all ages and abili-
ties, the Connectivity and Mobility priority seeks
to enhance accessibility and link the communi-
ty’s resources with sustainable infrastructure. The
City’s Active Transportation Plan, which fulfills one
of the objectives of this priority, addresses existing
and future non-motorized access to parks, schools,
retail and transit for a connected bicycle and pe-
destrian network. Developing a comprehensive and
connected park system allows residents to travel by
foot, bicycle, or other mobility device. The identifi-
cation of trails and incorporating the City’s Active
Transportation Plan priorities are also included into
this Parks Master Plan. Strategy 5, Trails, Connec-
tivity, and Open Space recommends identifying
corridors for the possibility of linear parks as traffic calming measures while improving bicycle and pe-
destrian connections. Technology is also a part of
being connected. Strategy 7, Technology, develops
strategies to increase security systems within the
park system, enhance digital scheduling and facility
management tools and to include virtual programs,
events, and activities.

2. Unique Identity
This priority aims t o engage in thoughtful and col-
laborative planning with stakeholders to develop a
distinct sense of place that makes the City a high-
ly attractive and desired destination for residents,
businesses, and visitors. Throughout the planning
process of this Parks Master Plan, stakeholders,
residents, Councilmembers and Parks and Recre-
ations Commissioners were engaged to guide the
plan. The City is in a unique situation where it still
has the room to grow, develop and enhance exist-
ing recreation infrastructure and plan parks and
programs for future generations. By identifying
open space, vacant properties, and listening to its
residents, the Parks Master Plan looks to the future
to provide its rapidly growing population the rare
opportunity to shape a growing City and create
its identity. Strategy 6, Placemaking provides rec-
ommendations to increase identity and relation to
local natural context and built environment which
will assist with building upon the existing programs
and events in order to create a signature event
that exemplifies the City’s unique identity. Strat-
egy 1, Facilities and Amenities looks at different
ways to leverage existing City assets for park im-
provements such as addressing park poor areas,
exploring amenities such as splash pads and other
aquatic features and providing amenities such as
multi-purpose fields and courts to accommodate
sporting trends such as Pickleball. Improving park
amenities, planning City events, and increasing
recreational opportunities helps to make Menifee a
desirable place to live.

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3. Community Engagement and Social
Infrastructure
The Community Engagement and Social Infra-
structure priority encourages the creation of op-
portunities to bring people together and enhance
communication to amplify accessibility, increase
awareness, and proactively deliver information to
maintain quality of life. Community engagement
has been a challenge since the pandemic. Many
people have chosen to prioritize their time with fam-
ily and friends and spend less on civic engagement.

The Plan provided opportunities to bring people
together at workshops, through social media, on-
line resources and at City meetings to gather com-
munity feedback on parks, amenities, programs,
deficiencies, and opportunities to improve the park
system. Strategy 3, Administration, identifies strate-
gies to collaborate with the Valley-Wide Recreation
and Park District to unify the park system to better
serve the needs of residents. Strategy 2, Programs
and Services, has strategies that look to increase
and enhance programs for individuals with disabil-
ities, promote gardening and local food production,
and create outdoor classrooms space in parks near
schools. Other recommendations include strate-
gies to create, enhance and expand existing youth
and teen programs, diversifying programs to in-
clude special event programming and nature and
environmental programs.

4. Thriving Economy
The Thriving Economy prior ity encourages inten-
tional smart growth to support the City’s business
community so that residents have access to busi-
nesses, housing, employment, and well-paying
jobs. Planning and designing additional parks, or
infill at existing parks, provides opportunities to al- low people to gather and socialize, which becomes
a unique attraction to the City. The Parks Master
Plan summarizes these infill areas at parks and
compares them with park facility and amenity de-
ficiencies. Amenities and parks can be attractive to
local businesses where programs, youth sporting
events and City events can drive residents and vis-
itors to their businesses. Amenities such as sports
fields, lighted courts and aquatic facilities can keep
youth and adult sports in Menifee which supports
the local economy. Strategy 2, Programs and Ser-
vices, discusses exploring joint-use-agreements to
utilize facilities such pools for seasonal youth and
adult sports. Being able to host large youth events
like soccer and baseball tournaments can provide
increased annual revenue for local businesses.

Strategy 4, Financial, emphasizes the continua-
tion of grant pursuits, increase sponsorships and
additional funding options to maintain and create
new parks and programs. Other recommendations
include implementation of an asset management
system to identify, evaluate and manage park as-
sets and will allow the City to be proactive in main-
tenance and operational needs to keep parks in
good condition.

5. Safe and Vibrant Community
Providing exceptional public safety and maintain-
ing the City’s attractive look and feel as one of the
safest cities is the goal for this priority. This priority emphasizes that residents and visitors should feel
safe and secure in their neighborhoods and sur-
rounding spaces anywhere in the City. Placemak-
ing, or the activation of space for social interaction, has been a proven strategy to have more “eyes on
the street” . One of the objectives of this plan is to
explore the beautification of the streetscapes in
the City’s main transit corridors and gateways. The
Parks Master Plan incorporates strategies to incor-
porate placemaking at parks, trails, gateways, and
major corridors to provide safe and access to parks
and open space. Strategy 6, Placemaking, also ex-
plores the use of public art that captures the City’s
characteristics in public plazas for family gather-
ings, and additional space for social interaction are
other important recommendations.

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POLICIES AND

GUIDANCE FROM

OTHER STUDIES
2016 Menifee Trails, Parks, Open
Space, and Recreation Master Plan
The five key strategies and improvements to satisfy
the current and future needs are:

1. Fiscal Related Implications

2. Park Facility Development Implications

3. Recreation, Health, and Fitness Implications

4. Sustainability, Environmental and Park Operation
Implications

5. Public Participation and Relations
The 2016 Menifee Trails, Parks, Open Space,
Recreation Master Plan provided a guide and
implementation tool for the management and
development of parks and recreational facilities
throughout the City. It gathered feedback from
residents and stakeholders using a variety of
methods including, stakeholder interviews,
community workshops, sports organization
questionnaires, an online survey, and a telephone
survey. Based on feedback from residents and
stakeholders, the plan found a list of the most
desired facilities. Those were biking trails, walking
and hiking trails, aquatics, soccer fields, baseball
fields, and softball fields. Other highly desired
facilities include playgrounds/tot lots, community
centers/regional multi-use intergenerational
center, a sports complex/regional park, artificial
turf, a cultural arts center/performing arts center/
theatre, a football field, and lighting at other sports fields. The plan then identified recommendations in
a multi-phase approach using short, mid, and long-
term goals, including maintenance improvements,
park renovations, and new facility and programming
opportunities. The plan also identified funding
sources for these recommendations.

Some of these recommendations included Joint-use
Agreements with school districts and Mt. San Jacinto
College. The recommendations also included trails
and bike facilities with priority throughout central
Menifee, connecting the east and west portions
of the City. It also included recommendations
to acquire vacant privately owned parcels and
convert them into recreational opportunities. The
recommendations also included 21 new parks to be
constructed in approved subdivisions and built by
developers. The 2016 Master Plan also included a
list of improvements to be made to existing parks
and recreation centers.

Since the adoption of the 2016 plan, the City has
added 15 new parks.
» Hidden Hills Park - 5.19 acres
» Central Park - 4.77 acres
» Talavera Park - 2.7 acres
» Creek View Park - 3.56 acres
» Silver Star Park - 3.42 acres
» Mayfield Park - 3.71 acres
» Centennial Park - 9.96 acres
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» Calle Tomas Play Trail - 0.41 acres
» Sunset Park - 1.62 acres
» Remington Park - 4.87 acres
» Underwood Park - 9.16 acres
» Banner Village Park - 5 acres
» The Lakes (Lago Vista Sports Park) (Valley-Wide
Park) - 29.06 acres
» Mosaic Park (Valley-Wide Park) - 1.47 acres
» Heritage Lake Sport Park (Valley-Wide Park)-

19.51 acres
A total of 19 of the 21 improvements to existing
parks tha t were identified in the 2016 plan have
been completed. These improvements include:

Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park
» Soccer field renovation
» Redesign skatepark entry
» Add BBQ to picnic areas
E.L. Pete Petersen Park
» Renovate picnic shelter
» Tree pruning
» Walkway repair
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
» Interior improvements
La Ladera Park
» Playground surface replacement
» Sports field lighting
Lazy Creek Park and Recreation Center
» Building renovation
» Turf renovation
» Tree pruning
» Parking lot renovation
» Renovate shuffleboard area
Lyle Marsh Park
» Benches and park amenities
» Paint picnic shelter
» New restroom
John V. Denver Park
» Rubber surface
» New restroom
2018-2023 Strategic Visioning Plan
The 2018-2023 Strategic Visioning Plan was
originally adopted in 2018 and updated annually
until 2023 when the City engaged in a five-year
Strategic Planning process. It provides goals and
objectives that align with key stakeholder goals that
balance the current and future needs of the City
with available resources. It is updated each year
to ensure it remains relevant to the ever-growing
and evolving city. The goals and objectives are
categorized into three timeframes: short-term (less
than 2 years); medium-range ( three to four years);
and long-term (5 plus years). The document helps
close the gap between the current and future needs
of residents and stakeholders. The four overarching
goals include:

1. Safe and attractive community

2. Livable and economically prosperous community

3. Responsive and transparent government

4. Accessible and interconnected community
The 2022 Str ategic Plan Update also recognizes
the importance of parks and natural spaces through
the identification and acquisition of open spaces
for parks and trails, and the development of unique
park amenities, green spaces, trails, cultural and
recreational facilities and programming that serves
the diverse needs and desires of the community.

Some additional values of the City in relation to
parks and recreation include:
» “We value focused growth in particular areas
of the City in order to retain our natural open
spaces. ”
» “We recognize the social and ceremonial
importance of a central gathering place where we
can interact with neighbors and fellow residents
and hold our annual community celebrations. ”
» “We value the preservation of the views created
by our scenic ridgelines, natural landforms, and
rock features that are defining characteristics of
our City. ”
» “We value the creation of parks that are evenly
distributed throughout the City (east and west
of the I‐215). ”
» “We value that our amenities are accessible by
users of all ages. ”
» “We value our network of trails and the alternative
recreational experience they provide. ”
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The 2022 Strategic Plan Update has been complet-
ed and the City will be applying these goals to on-
going projects.

Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget Book
The Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget Book provides
an overview of the City of Menifee’s Fiscal Year
2022/2023 Operating and Capital Improvement
Budget. This document covers the budget process
as well as highlights the individual line items for
each department and fund. Existing population,
growth, and planned city developments used in this
Parks Master Plan were referenced to be consistent
with this plan.

Park Development Guidelines
The City of Menifee Park Development Design
Guidelines were approved in March 2015 and they
serve as a standard for consultants to follow when
designing a new park in the City. There are four
goals that the Community Services Department
identified to help ensure the City maintains high
quality parks. The design goals include:

1. Aesthetics

2. Function

3. Economics

4. Health and Safety
The Park Development Guideline s are in need of
updating and could use the recommendations from
this Master Plan for guidance in updating the Park
Development Guidelines.
2020 Valley-Wide Recreation and
Park District Master Plan Update
The 2020 Valley-Wide Master Plan updates the
previous Valley-Wide Master Plan with goals
to maintain, sustain, and improve the existing
park system and prepare for future growth
and development. The district encompasses
several different communities within Riverside
County, including Temecula, Hemet, San Jacinto,
Beaumont, Menifee east of Interstate 215, and
many unincorporated areas of the county. The
overall district operates and maintains over 80
parks, 11 community centers, one aquatic center,
two dog parks, 61 ballfields, 40 soccer fields, and
more. The plan lists several opportunities based
on focus groups, community surveys, leadership
and stakeholder interviews, community needs
assessments, and inventory and LOS needs. Some
of those key opportunities include: Improving
marketing, communications, branding, maintaining
existing parks and facilities, level of service, and
quality, creating new parks with development,
maintaining the affordability of services and
programs, connecting communities with walking
and biking trails, identifying dedicated funding to
support operations and growth.

The plan identifies four overarching goals:

1. Continue to improve organizational efficiencies

2. Continue to improve programs and service de-
livery

3. Improve and expand facilities and amenities

4. Increase financial opportunities
The Valley- Wide Master Plan also provides cost
estimates and prioritization for each of the goals
and gives them a short, mid, or long-term time
frame for completion.

Other Relevant Documents:
» City of Menifee Active Transportation Plan
» Ordinance No. 2014-146 (Regulations for the use
of Public Parks)
» Quimby Mitigation
» Development Impact Fees
» Capital Improvement Plan
» Legado Development Project
» Nexus Study
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VALLEY-WIDE

RECREATION AND

PARK DISTRICT

OVERVIEW
Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District is a
regional park system that owns parks in the eastern
portion of Menifee, eastern Temecula, Winchester,
Hemet, San Jacinto, French Valley, Beaumont,
and unincorporated areas of Riverside County.

Valley-Wide owns and operates over 80 parks and
facilities with 25 of the parks in the City of Menifee.

Valley-Wide’s district population is 234,207 and it is
continuing to grow, with projections up to 320,000
by 2032, according to the 2020 Valley-Wide
Recreation and Park District Update. The City of
Menifee makes up 12 percent of the districts overall
population. For the purposes of this report, Valley-
Wide parks were inventoried using aerial imagery
and reviewing the 2020 Valley-Wide Recreation
and Park District Master Plan Update. For the 2023
Menifee Parks Master Plan, physical fieldwork
was not conducted at Valley-Wide park sites and
therefore conditions of Valley-Wide amenities were
not reported.

Detachment Efforts of the City of
Menifee/Valley-Wide Recreation and
Park District

Since Menifee’s incorporation, the City has made
an effort to unify all of the public parks in its limits.

In 2015, the City of Menifee began the process to
seek local oversight of Valley-Wide parks within City
limits by expanding park maintenance services into
Valley-Wide territory on the east side of Menifee and
discontinuing Valley-Wide services. In 2016, the City
submitted a detachment application to Riverside
LAFCO (Local Agency Formation Commission) to
unify of all public parks in the City. In 2017, Riverside LAFCO approved the application if the City conducted
a tax assessment vote and paid Valley-Wide $500,000.

The City appealed, but LAFCO upheld the decision.

The City then filed a lawsuit against LAFCO in hopes
of voiding the conditions of approval. In 2021, the
Riverside County Superior Court decided that LAFCO
was within its authority to impose conditions, and the
application for detachment had expired. The decision
of the court was a setback for the City in seeking
oversight over Valley-Wide parks, but the City will
continue to work to expand City services to Valley-
Wide parks and unify those parks into the City parks
system.

Lago Vista Sports Park
Aldergate Dog Park
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FIGURE 2-2: Existing Land Use (2019)
The existing land use in Menifee consists of primarily resi- dential land uses, mostly single-family housing in the cen- tral portions of Menifee. On the outskirts of the City are large tracts of agricultural land uses and vacant open land.

The surrounding land use is rapidly changing and evolving due to population growth in the City.
/ Undeveloped
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HOA COMMUNITIES
The City of Menifee has over 45 Home Owners
Associations (HOA) communities, ranging in size
from 11 acres to over 500 acres. Many of these
HOA communities contain their own parks and
recreation facilities such as playgrounds, pools,
sports courts, trails, and private recreation centers.

Figure 2-3 shows where these facilities are located
along with the number of facilities. The largest HOA
communities are Audie Murphy Ranch, Sun City,
Heritage Lakes, The Lakes, Canyon Heights, and
Oasis Community. HOA parks and facilities are not
counted towards the overall City Level of Service
(LOS) in the analysis because they are not open to
the public, and generally, only HOA residents are
permitted to use these facilities.

One of the challenges that HOA facilities may
create is the potential for park inequities to result
in areas throughout the City as the HOA facilities
may offer various park amenities to the residents
of these HOAs while the overall City facilities also
The Ranch House at Audie Murphy Ranch HOA poolThe Ranch House at Audie Murphy Ranch HOA playground The Lakes gated community The Oasis 55+ HOA community pool offer similar facilities. Furthermore, community
park facilities that may be required to be built by
the developer tend to be closely associated with
the communities they are developing, limiting
this benefit to their development. Although these
required parks help to offset the demand for parks,
the placement of them may not be beneficial to
the overall City, especially in older developed
communities, like Sun City or rural areas.

An understanding of the facilities offered by
these HOAs helps with the overall planning effort.

Recommendations for new community park
facilities and locations may help inform planning
staff to direct developers on the logical placement
of additional community parks to help balance
these throughout the City. However, an inventory
of the various amenities and assets within these
HOA facilities was not within the scope of this
Master Plan.

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FIGURE 2-3: HOA Communities and Facilities
Sun City
Canyon Heights
Heritage Lakes
Oasis Community
The Lakes
Audie Murphy Ranch
Menifee
Lakes
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Conditions
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EXISTING CONDITIONS
WHERE ARE WE NOW?
The City of Menifee operates 19 public parks, one dog park, and two community centers, totaling approxi- mately 83 acres of parkland. Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District owns and operates 25 parks, one dog park, and two community centers within Menfiee city limits. Valley-Wide operated parks reside east of Inter- state 215 within the City of Menifee. All of these public parks offer ample opportunities for passive and active recreation within the City.

This chapter will take a closer review into the existing park level of service and how level of service can be analyzed in different manners.

DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE
Gaining a clear understanding of the existing and projected demographic character of the City is an important component of the planning process. By analyzing population data, trends emerge that can inform decision making and resource allocation strategies for the provision of public parks, recreation amenities, and open spaces. For example, if the demand for soccer fields was steadily on the rise and existing public recreation amenities for soccer were barely meeting existing user demand, then the City may want to consider targeting investments to meet the increasing needs of this growing segment of the population.

Key areas were analyzed to identify current demographic statistics and trends that can impact the planning and provision of public parks and recreation services in Menifee. Community characteristics analyzed and discussed consist of:
» Existing and projected total population
» Age distribution
» Racial and ethnic character
» Household information
» Household income
FIGURE 3-1: Racial and Ethic Makeup
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106,627
Population
36,526
Housing Units

36.0 Median Age
$93,000
Median Household
Income
This demographic profile was completed using the most current data available (as of May 2022) from the U.S. Census Bureau. A summary of demographic highlights is noted in Figure 3-2, followed by a more detailed demographic analysis.

According to the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau latest estimates, the City of Menifee has a total of 106,627 residents and 36,526 housing units. The racial and ethnic make-up in Menifee is 43.9 percent white, 6.1 percent Asian, 6.3 percent Black, 0.4 percent American Indian, 0.4 percent Pacific Islander, 0.5 percent some other race, and 4.5 percent two or more races.

About 37.8 percent of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino.

Key 2022 demographic comparisons with other city, state, and nation- al statistics include:
» The estimated median age of Menifee residents is 36 years, slightly lower than the median age for California (36.5) and lower than the United States (38.5).
» The estimated population under 18 years in Menifee is 26,480 peo- ple, which is 24.9 percent of the total population.
» The median household income for Menifee in 2022 is estimated to be $93,000. This is higher than the median household income of $75,235 in California, and much higher than the national median household income of $62,843.
» Menifee’s estimated population was almost evenly split between male (49 percent) and female (51 percent) residents. The popula- tions of California and the United States are also roughly evenly di- vided between genders.

Menifee Population Growth Trends
SCAG projects that from 2020 to 2045, the City’s population will in- crease by 37.3 percent. But due to all of the new planned development and development under review, the population will likely increase at a much more rapid rate. Taking into account all of the planned develop- ment, by 2035 the population is projected to increase to about 124,567.

Source: SCAG Demographic and Growth Forecast, 2020 and Menifee Future Residential Development
FIGURE 3-2: Demographic Data
Summary
FIGURE 3-3: Menifee Population Growth Trends
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PARK

CLASSIFICATIONS
Park planning often classifies parks into one of
eight possible park types including: Mini Parks,
Neighborhood Parks, Community Parks, Recre-
ation Area/Regional Parks, Special Use Facilities,
Natural Area/Greenbelts, Linear Parks, and Joint
Use Facilities. For this Menifee Parks Master Plan,
three grouped existing park types have been used
(Table 3-1). The broader park type descriptions
have been included to describe a future classifica-
tion system that can accommodate the plan’s rec-
ommendations.

Park classifications are generally
driven by park use, purpose, and size. The classifi-
cations are not grouped by maintenance frequency
or the presence of a particular asset. This classifi-
cation system serves the following purposes:
» It provides a general guideline for future devel-
opment options. The combination of descriptors
for each park type represents what has gener-
ally been successful on a certain sized plot of
land located in a certain type of physical envi-
ronment. These guidelines can help to set com-
munity expectations for a given site.
» They serve as a basis for policies around appro-
priate programming in different park types.
» The classifications inform functional planting
design standards and other design standards.

The park types should be analyzed both inde-
pendently and collectively to determine the City’s
existing conditions and future requirements.

POCKET/MINI PARKS |0 - 2 A C R E S
These are typically small scale developed urban
spaces. Usually only a few residential house lots in
size or smaller, pocket parks can be tucked into and
scattered throughout the urban fabric where they
serve the immediate local population. These parks
can vary in size and can be slightly larger that two
acres. They often off er few amenities including turf,
planters, walkways, plazas, play areas for children,
and picnic amenities. Pocket Parks typically do not
provide restroom facilities or on-site parking. Pock-
et/Mini Parks generally serve three categories:

1. Downtown destination parks which are signa-
ture parks of interest to the broad community.

2. Downtown parks where neighborhood involve-
ment in activities and programming is most ap-
propriate.

3. Small public spaces or beauty spots which are
small islands within the urban environment and
present opportunities to enhance the City’s
character and identity.

TABLE 3-1: Classified Existing Parks with Associated Acres Calle Tomas Play Trail: A Mini Park (0.41 acres)

PARK CATEGORY SIZE CITY ACRES VALLEY-WIDE HOA

FACILITIES TOTAL ACRES
Mini Parks <2 acres 2.03 5.43 28.05 35.51
Neighborhood Park <2-10 acres 75.16 45.38 23.54 142.08
Community Parks + Center >10 acres 38.45 113.49 0.00 151.94 TOTAL 115.64 162.30 51.59 329.52
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Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park: A Community Park (11.28 acres) Kay Ceniceros Senior Center: A Special Use Facility (1.45 acres) E.L. Pete Petersen Park: A Neighborhood Park (4.92 acres) NEIGHBORHOOD PARK | 2.1-10 ACRES
Typically these parks serve the surrounding neigh-
borhood for multiple uses. Park development may
include play areas, small fields, benches, picnic
tables, and improved paths and may include re-
stroom facilities. Geographic range of users is up to
one-half-mile.

COMMUNITY PARKS | 10.1-30 ACRES
A Community Park meets the recreational needs
of several neighborhoods and may also preserve
unique landscapes and open spaces. These parks
serve multiple uses and provide recreational ame-
nities and accommodate group activities not pro-
vided in neighborhood parks. Community park
sites should be accessible by arterial and/or collec-
tor streets. The geographic range of users is up to
three miles or City-wide if the park contains a rec-
reation complex.

SPECIAL USE FACILITY
This category refers to stand-alone parks or facil-
ities that are designed to serve one particular use
such as a golf course or senior center. These parks
may serve a secondary or third use, but the prima-
ry use is prioritized with regard to design, mainte-
nance, and funding decisions.

RECREATION AREA/REGIONAL
PARKS

30.1-LARGER
These parks supplement neighborhood and com-
munity parks, serving broader City-wide recreation
needs. The parks contain various assets, often for
active recreation, and are programmed accordingly.

Many also have designated natural areas. Restroom
facilities and off-street parking are generally pro-
vided for users. Geographic range of users is City-
wide.

NATURAL AREA/GREENBELT
Established for the protection and stewardship of
wildlife, habitat, and other natural systems support
functions. Some natural areas are accessible for
low-impact use. Minimal infrastructure may include
access and signage, where it will not adversely im-
pact habitat or natural systems functions. Larger
natural areas may have small sections developed to
serve a community park function.

LINEAR PARK (no existing facilities)
Established as an aesthetically-pleasing transpor-
tation corridor which includes trails, green streets,
and boulevards. Linear parks often provide safe pe-
destrian routes as well as recreation opportunities.

Desired assets include improved path, lighting, and
landscaping. Optional assets may include benches,
play area, viewpoint, public gathering space, fitness
stations/par course and flat grassy area for infor-
mal activity.

JOINT USE FACILITIES
These parks supplement community parks, serv-
ing broader City-wide recreation needs. The parks
contain various assets, often for active recreation,
and are programmed accordingly. Restroom facil-
ities and parking are generally provided for users.

Geographic range of users is City-wide. An addi-
tional classification could be considered if the City
of Menifee enters into a joint-use agreement with
another public agency and funds improvements
which allow the City the right to expanded hours
of use.

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C13
C14
C15
C3
C4
C5
C6
C2
C1
C11
C12
C9
C10
C7
C8
C18
V1
V2
V3
V4
V5
V6
V7
V8
V9
V10
V11
V12
V13
V14
V15
V16
V19
V20
V21
V22
V23
V24
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Calle Tomas Play Trail
Sunset Park
Creek View Park
Silver Star Park
La Ladera Park
Spirit Park
E.L. Pete Petersen Park
Mayfield Park
Hidden Hills Park
Lyle Marsh Park
Central Park
Nova Park
John V. Denver Park
Talavera Park
Remington Park
Banner Village Park
Quartz Ranch Park
Autumn Breeze Park
Brindle Mills Park
Desert Green Park
Grand Vista Park
Pepita Square Park
Menifee South Tot Lot
Mosaic Park
Heritage Heights Park
Discovery Park
El Dorado Park
Eller Park
Heritage Park
Hidden Meadows Park
La Paloma Park
Mahogany Creek Park
McCall Canyon Park
Mira Park
Rolling Hills Park
Aldergate Park
Sunrise Park
Lago Vista Sports Park
Wheatfield Park, Menifee
Gym and Rec Center
Heritage Lakes Sports
Park
Marion V. Ashley Park
and Community Center

CITY OF MENIFEE PARKS

VALLEY-WIDE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT PARKS

EXISTING PARKS
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C22
Underwood Park
Centennial Park
Kay
Ceniceros Senior CenterC23
Lazy Creek Park and
Recreation Center
Audie Murphy Ranch
Sports Park
Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action
Sports Park
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FIGURE 3-4: Existing Park Types and Locations
This map shows the geographic distribution of
each park in the City. The parks on the east por-
tion of the city are largely operated by Valley-Wide
Recreation and Park District.

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EXISTING FACILITIES

A CLOSER LOOK AT
MENIFEE’S PARKS
The City’s existing park amenities and facilities
were inventoried using both data provided by the
City and on-site field work.

Table 3-2 summarizes
these amenities and facilities and compares them
with the National Recreation and Park Association
(NRPA) guideline service level. The 2020 NRPA
Agency Performance Review guidelines were used
for this analysis. The numbers are determined by
acquiring data from agencies across the coun-
try and then averaging them based on population
groupings. The calculations are based on the City’s
population of 106,627 according to 2022 Census
ACS 5-Year Estimates, which places Menifee in the
100,00-250,000 NRPA category.

The NRPA guidelines are advisory, allowing the
City to compare itself to others. This also allows the
project team to make informed custom decisions
that reflect the unique needs of the City in the rec-
ommendations section of the Master Plan.

The City of Menifee has:

4.92 acres
Lyle Marsh Park | 5.81 acres
Spirit Park | 8.74 acres
Talavera Park | 2.70 acres
Banner Village Park | 5.00 acres
Remington Park | 4.87 acres
Quartz Ranch Park | 5.48 acres
Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action
Sports Park | 6.19 acres
Underwood Park | 9.16 acres
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
| 1.45 acres
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TABLE 3-2: City-wide Park Amenity Inventory
City-wide
Inventory of
Major Park
Amenities
Mini-
Parks Neighborhood Parks Community Parks
/ Center
Calle Tomas Play Trail
Sunset Park
Creek View Park
Silver Star Park
La Ladera Park
Spirit Park
E.L. Pete Petersen Park
Mayfield Park
Hidden Hills Park
Lyle Marsh Park
Central Park
Nova Park
John V. Denver Park
Talavera Park
Remington Park
Banner Village Park *
Quartz Ranch Park *
Lazy Creek Park and Recreation Center
Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park
Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park
Underwood Park *
Centennial Park
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
Park Amenities
Recreation Center 1 1
Community Center 0
Senior Center 1 1
Teens Center 0
Nature Center 0
Performance Amphitheater 1 1
Basketball Court** 15.5 112 2 1 1 11 1 11 . 5 2
Lighted Basketball Court 10.5 112 2 11 1 1 . 5
Community Garden 1 1
Diamond Field*** 4 11 2
Lighted Diamond Field 3 12
Dog Park 1 1
Multi-purpose Field **** 9 111 11 1 1 1 1
Lighted Multi-purpose Field 4 1 1 1 1
Pickleball Court 11 4 124
Lighted Pickleball Court 8 44
Picnic Area (12+ People) 32 1 13 4 312 2 2 31111 3 12
Playground (Ages 6-12) 18 1 111111111111 11 1 1 1
Playground (ages 2-5) 16 2 11111 21 1 11 1 1 1
Skate Park/Bike Park 2 11
Swimming Pool 0
Splashpad/Sprayground 1 1
Tennis Court 4 31
Lighted Tennis Court 3 3
Volleyball 1 1
Walking Path/Loop 15 1 11111 111 111 1 1 1
Walking Path (miles) 5.31 0.15 0.27 0.31 0.67 0.69 0.32 0.81 0.38 0.21 0.27 0.16 - - - 0.51 - 0.56 Exercise Area 10 1 1111 1 1 1 1 1
Restroom Bldg. 18 11111111 111111 2 1 1
Notes: * Parks under construction or under construction at time of fieldwork. Inventory counts based on planned amenities. ** Basketball Courts: one half court = .5, one full court = 1 *** Diamond Fields consists of youth and adult baseball fields, youth and adult softball fields, and multi-use diamond fields. **** City Multi-purpose fields: soccer fields and football fields Gray lines indicate lighted amenities of the above amenity Item Title: 4.1
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EXISTING FACILITIES
Valley-Wide Parks within the
City of Menifee has:

A CLOSER LOOK AT

VALLEY-WIDE PARKS

IN MENIFEE
Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District’s park
amenities and facilities were also inventoried with-
in the City using data provided by the City, aerial
imagery, and the 2020 Valley-Wide Recreation and
Park District Master Plan Update. Table 3-3 sum-
marizes these amenities and facilities and com-
pares them with the National Recreation and Park
Association (NRPA) guideline service level.

Heritage Heights Park | 0.53 acres
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TABLE 3-3: Valley-Wide Park Amenity Inventory
Valley-Wide
Inventory of
Major Park
Amenities
Mini-Parks Neighborhood Parks Community
Parks / Center
Autumn Breeze Park
Brindle Mills Park
Desert Green Park
Grand Vista Park
Pepita Square Park
Menifee South Tot Lot
Moasic Park
Heritage Heights Park
Discovery Park
El Dorado Park
Eller Park
Heritage Park
Hidden Meadows Park
La Paloma Park
Mahogany Creek Park
McCall Canyon Park
Mira Park
Rolling Hills Park
Aldergate Park
Heritage Lake Sports Park
Marion V. Ashley Park and Community Center
Sunrise Park
Lago Vista Sports Park
Wheatfield Park and Menifee Gym and Community
Center
Park Amenities
Recreation Center 1 1
Community Center 1 1
Senior Center 0
Teens Center 0
Nature Center 0
Performance Amphitheater 0
Basketball Court** 13 1 1 11 111 3 111
Lighted Basketball Court 4 13
Community Garden 0
Diamond Field*** 17 111 1 1 213 6
Lighted Diamond Field 7 12 2 2
Dog Park 1 1
Multi-purpose Field**** 7 61
Lighted Multi-purpose Field 7 61
Pickleball Court 4 22
Lighted Pickleball Court 2 2
Picnic Area (12+ People) 16 1 1 1212 1 21121
Playground (ages 6-12) 15 1 11 11111 111 1 11 1
Playground (ages 2-5) 12 1 1 1 111 1 1 1 111
Skate Park/Bike Park 0
Swimming Pool 0
Splashpad/Sprayground 0
Tennis Court 5 32
Lighted Tennis Court 3 3
Volleyball 2 11
Walking Path 9 1111 1 1111
Exercise Area 0
Restroom Bldg. 10 1 1 1 121111

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TABLE 3-4: City-wide Park Assessment Scores

PARK NAME PARK TYPE
TOTAL
# OF

AMENITIES

WEIGHTED

AMENITY
TOTAL
PARK

ACREAGE

AMENITIES

PER PARK
ACRE

WEIGHTED

PER PARK

ACRE AND

CONDITION
Calle Tomas Play Trail Mini Park 3 8 0.41 7.3 19.5
Sunset Park Mini Park 2 3 1.62 1.2 1.9
Creek View Park Neighborhood Park 2 5 3.56 0.6 1.4
Silver Star Park Neighborhood Park 5 11 3.42 1.5 3.2
La Ladera Park Neighborhood Park 15 25 8.35 1.8 3.0
Spirit Park Neighborhood Park 14 31 8.74 1.6 3.5
E.L. Pete Petersen Park Neighborhood Park 12 14 4.92 2.4 2.8 Mayfield Park Neighborhood Park 5 6 3.71 1.3 1.6
Hidden Hills Park Neighborhood Park 9 20 5.19 1.7 3.9
Lyle Marsh Park Neighborhood Park 6 10 5.81 1.0 1.7
Central Park Neighborhood Park 6 18 4.77 1.3 3.8
Nova Park Neighborhood Park 5 14 3.36 1.5 4.2
John V. Denver Park Neighborhood Park 8 9 1.87 4.3 4.8
Talavera Park Neighborhood Park 5 14 2.7 1.9 5.2
Remington Park * Neighborhood Park 7 20 4.87 1.4 4.1
Banner Village Park * Neighborhood Park 6 22 5 1.2 4.4
Quartz Ranch Park * Neighborhood Park 11 32 5.48 2.0 5.8 Lazy Creek Park Neighborhood Park 7 11 3.41 2.1 3.2
Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park Community Park 12 18 11.29 1.1 1.6 Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park * Community Park 4 6 6.19 0.6 1.0 Underwood Park * Community Park 7.5 24 9.16 0.8 2.6
Centennial Park Community Park 11 28 9.96 1.1 2.8
* Parks under construction or under construction at time of fieldwork. Inventory counts based on planned amenities. Excellent conditions is assumed at parks under construction.

DESCRIPTIONS OF

EXISTING CITY PARKS
Each park in the City of Menifee is listed with its
existing amenities and their condition. The condi-
tions of each amenity were evaluated using three
categories: excellent, good, and poor. Each amenity
also has a size associated with it: large, medium,
and small. Each amenity was then given a weighted
score based on these two factors. All of the amenity
scores for each amenity at a park were then add-
ed together and then divided by the park acreage
to give it an overall rating. This shows what parks
may need to add new or updated amenities. For
example, even though La Ladera Park has many
amenities, some of them scored low due to their
condition, reducing the overall score. This shows
that some of the amenities at La Ladera Park are
in need of upgrades. Generally, the lower the score
the more likely the park is in need of updates. The
higher the score, the less likely the park amenities
will be in need of updates for several years. Howev-
er, park size does play a factor in the assessment.

The overall size of the park can lower the Weight-
ed Per Park Acres and Condition even in a brand
new park since most of the acreage is dedicated
to larger open spaces such as fields. It is also im-
portant to note that the condition of small ameni-
ties like benches, bike racks, and trash receptacles
although evaluated, are not included in the park
amenity tables.

Total # of Amenities ÷ Park Acreage
= Amenities per Park Acre
Weighted Amenity Total based on
Condition and Size (Condition x Amenity
size) ÷ Park Acreage = Weighted per
Park Acre and Condition
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Walking Path at Calle Tomas Play Trail
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C3Calle Tomas Play Trail
Calle Tomas Play Trail is a mini-park located within
a residential neighborhood off Newport Road, just
west of I-215. It is only 0.41 acres and contains just
a few amenities of small playground equipment. It
is relatively new and therefore received a very high
amenity score.

Sunset Park
Sunset is a new 1.8 acre mini-park located on the
western edge of the City in a neighborhood off
Goetz Road. It has a small shaded playground and
picnic area.

Creek View Park
Creek View Park is a neighborhood park located
near Audie Murphy Ranch off Audie Murphy Road.

It follows the Salt Creek Trail and contains outdoor
fitness equipment. At the very western edge is the
Ranch House, the private Audie Murphy Ranch
HOA clubhouse, pool, and playground.

Shaded play area at Sunset Park
Sheltered picnic area at Sunset Park
Small open space at Creek View Park
C4 Silver Star Park
Silver Star Park is a small neighborhood park
located in the eastern portion of the City within
the Audie Murphy Ranch HOA. It has several
amenities packed into 3.4 acres. It has a shaded
playground, basketball court, picnic shelter,
restroom building, a concrete ping pong table,
concrete corn hole, two small open fields, and a
walking path that connects to the existing HOA
paseo network. The paseo has additional outdoor
exercise equipment, benches, and picnic tables.

Shaded playground at Silver Star Park
Concrete ping pong at Silver Star Park
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C8 Mayﬁeld Park
Mayfield Park is located on the corner of Evans
Road and Rim Creek Path. It is a neighborhood
park with restrooms, a picnic shelter, playground,
outdoor fitness equipment, and open field.

Playground at E.L. Pete Petersen Park
Multi-purpose field at E.L. Pete Petersen Park
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La Ladera Park
La Ladera Park is located in the western area of
the City off La Ladera Road. It has a large unlighted
diamond field, four pickleball courts, playground,
basketball court, several picnic areas, restroom
building, and a walking path with outdoor fitness
equipment along the path.

Spirit Park
Spirit Park is located on the corner of Newport Road
and Berea Road. It is a large neighborhood park
with many amenities. It has two basketball courts,
three tennis courts, several group picnic shelters,
large playground, restrooms, walking path, outdoor
fitness equipment, several small open fields and a
parking lot.

E.L. Pete Petersen Park
E.L. Pete Petersen Park is a neighborhood park
with several amenities including a basketball court,
multi-purpose field, playgrounds, picnic areas, and
the only City-owned dog park. It is located on the
corner of Murrieta Road and Park City Avenue. The
dog park is planned for an update and expansion in
the future.

Playground at La Ladera Park
Basketball Courts at La Ladera Park
Tennis Courts at Spirit Park
Fitness Area at Mayfield Park
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Small group picnic area at Hidden Hills Park
Playground at Hidden Hills Park
Hidden Hills Park
Hidden Hills Park is a neighborhood park with
several amenities including a multi-purpose field,
tennis court, basketball court, picnic areas, play-
ground, and walking paths. The walking paths with-
in the park continue around many different areas of
the surrounding residential areas.

Lyle Marsh Park
Central Park
Central Park is a neighborhood park with many
amenities located near the City-center and is home
to numerous city-wide special events with direct
access to the Paloma Wash Trail. It has a small am-
phitheater, a large open field, playground, market
kiosks, and a picnic area.

Lyle Marsh Park is located off Bradley Road
between Newport Road and La Piedra Road,
south of Chester W. Morrison Elementary School.

It contains a multi-purpose field, inclusive
playground, outdoor fitness equipment and several
sheltered picnic areas.

Market Kiosk at Central Park
Outdoor stage/amphitheater at Central Park
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Playground at Lyle Marsh Park
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Walking paths at Hidden Hills Park
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C14C12 Nova Park
Nova Park is located in the north area of the City,
just west of I-215. It has a multi-purpose field where
the community can play soccer. It also has a shad-
ed playground and small playground equipment
along a walking path.

John V. Denver Park
John V. Denver Park, previously known as Rancho
Ramona Park, is a small neighborhood park located
near the McCall Boulevard and I-215 interchange.

It consists of several amenities including a bas-
ketball court, picnic areas, a playground, a horse-
shoe pit, and a small open field. It is located near
a multi-family residential development, providing
important access to parks and recreation areas for
those households.

Talavera Park
Talavera Park is a newly opened small
neighborhood park located in the northeast
corner of the City off Antelope Road. It has a
shaded climbing playground, picnic area, restroom
building, small walking loop, and an open field
with a baseball backstop.

Multi-purpose field and nature-themed play at Nova Park Shelter at John V. Denver Park
Playground at Talavera Park
Open field and backstop at Talavera Park
Basketball Court at John V. Denver Park
Entry sign at Talavera Park
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Banner Village Park
Banner Village Park was under construction at the
time of this Master Plan but the park amenities
will include a splashpad, picnic shelter, basketball
court, and parking.

Quartz Ranch Park
Quartz Ranch Park was under construction at the
time of this Master Plan. The amenities at this park
will include a lighted multi-purpose field, four pick-
leball courts, a covered playground, picnic shelter,
a restroom, and parking.

Shaded all-inclusive playground at Remington Park
Remington Park
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Remington Park
Remington Park is a newly opened park located
in the northeast corner of the City within the new
Brookfield neighborhood off Junipero Road, north of
Boulder Ridge Elementary. It has many new neigh-
borhood amenities including two pickleball courts,
picnic area, large shaded inclusive playground with
zip line, concrete corn hole, and outdoor exercise
equipment.

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Conceptual plan of Banner Village Park
Conceptual Plan of Quartz Ranch Park
Splashpad design at Banner Village Park
Pickleball courts at Remington Park
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Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park
Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park is one of
the newest parks in the City, opened in November
2022. It consists of two pump tracks, a smaller one
for beginners and a larger one, as well as three
jumplines. It is located in the southern portion
of Menifee west of I-215 on the corner of Craig
Avenue and Evans Road.

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Aerial view of Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park Bikers at Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park
Biker Jumping at Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park
Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park is located on
Newport Road near the Audie Murphy Ranch HOA
community in the western portion of the City. It is
a community park with many amenities such as a
skatepark, a lighted diamond field, a rectangular
soccer field, a walking loop, multiple picnic areas,
a playground, restrooms, and parking.

C19
Group Picnic Shelter at Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park
Diamond Field at Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park
C18 Lazy Creek Park and Recreation
Center
Lazy Creek Park is a community park that also has
a newly renovated recreation center on site. The
park includes two basketball shooting courts, a
sand volleyball court, and a playground.

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C22Underwood Park
Underwood Park is a new 10-acre community park.

It is located on the corner of Rouse Road and Ante-
lope Road in the northeast corner of the City. It has
many amenities including a lighted multi-purpose
field, shaded all-inclusive playground, exercise ar-
eas, basketball court and half court, picnic shelters,
walking paths, restrooms, and parking.

Centennial Park
Centennial Park is another community park in
the City. It contains two lighted diamond fields,
a lighted multi-purpose field, basketball courts,
playgrounds, and picnic areas. It is located on
the corner of Holland Road and Briggs Road. It is
the only City-owned park property located in the
southeastern part of the City.

Diamond Field at Centennial Park
Basketball Courts at Centennial Park
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Lighted multi-purpose field at Underwood Park
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center Entrance
Kay Ceniceros Senior CenterC23
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center is centrally located in
the same complex as the City of Menifee Commu-
nity Services Department Headquarters.

It also has
a small community garden, the only City-owned
community garden in the City.

Playground at Underwood Park
Outdoor fitness equipment at Underwood Park
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TABLE 3-5: Existing Level of Service (2022)

CITY AND VALLEY-WIDE ACTIVE PARKS
(MINI + NEIGHBORHOOD + COMMUNITY)
Existing Park Acreage*
(Excludes golf courses and HOA
parks)
277.9
Recommended Adopted Standard
per 1,000 Population 5.0
Acres per 1,000 Population (2020) 2.6
Total Surplus/Deficit Acres per
1000 Population (2020)
(2.4)
Acres in Deficit 255.2

LEVEL OF SERVICE
Level of Service (LOS) within the context of park
planning is a measurement to evaluate how parks,
open spaces, and amenities serve the given com-
munity. A LOS analysis is used to benchmark cur-
rent conditions based on NRPA metrics and other
regional metrics for park amenities. LOS is used to
help direct future planning efforts based on project-
ed population growth and future park amenities.

LOS describes how a recreation system provides
residents access to recreational amenities. It indi-
cates the ability of people to connect with nature
and pursue active lifestyles. It can have implica-
tions for health and wellness, the local economy,
and the quality of life. Furthermore, LOS for a park
and recreation system tends to reflect community
values. It is often representative of people’s connec-
tion to their communities and lifestyles focused on
outdoor recreation and healthy living.

Population-Based Service Analysis
A population-based service analysis for Menifee’s
park system was performed using NRPA Park Met-
rics from the 2020 Agency Performance Review
Survey. An amenity spreadsheet was produced in-
dicating the amenities that are located in each park.

These amenities were then totaled and listed under
each park. The Master Plan inventoried the City’s
existing recreation amenities and developed a
comprehensive matrix. Table 3-6 summarizes these
amenities and compares them with the National
* Golf courses and HOA parks are private and not open to the general public and therefore not counted towards LOS
Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) guide-
line service level. It was also based on the recom-
mended Needs Assessment standards for the City
of Menifee showing the population per one facility.

The calculations are based on the current popula-
tion level in the City of Menifee of 106,627 according
to the 2020 Census American Community Survey
(ACS) 5-Year Estimates. This table also shows the
existing park and sports amenities available at each
park. Because private parks and JUA/MOU may not
be available to the public at all times, school and
private amenities are not included in LOS analysis.

According to the recommended standards, the City
currently meets the needs of many amenities in-
cluding recreation centers, senior centers, basket-
ball courts, diamond fields, playgrounds, and more
but is deficient in some of the sports (multi-purpose
field, tennis, and volleyball), swimming pools, and
community centers.

LOS is an appropriate metric to show of where defi-
cits may be. However, this is not the only measure
to determine LOS of park amenities. For instance,
The NRPA metrics do not reflect regional and local
trends in Southern California such as futsal, hand-
ball, pelota mixteca, and other adventure type sports
such as obstacle courses, climbing walls, rope
courses, bouldering, and adventure playgrounds.

As such, an additional metric should be applied to
capture the community’s priorities, needs, and im-
pressions on the current park system. This should
be used in addition to the population-based level of
service analysis that can provide a good indication
of the future park needs. The needs will be further
discussed in other chapters of the report.

According to the park inventory and the NRPA
guidelines (Table 3-6). The City currently meets the
LOS needs for the following categories:
» Senior centers
» Performance amphitheaters
» Basketball courts
» Diamond fields and lighted diamond fields
» Dog parks
» Picnic areas
» Playgrounds (both for tot lots and ages 6-12)
» Skate parks/bike parks
» Walking paths
» Exercise areas
» Restroom buildings
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TABLE 3-6: Level of Service Current Population (NRPA Averages) LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR 2022

POPULATION
(106,627 EST. POP.)

EXISTING CITY

AMENITIES

EXISTING

VALLEY-WIDE

AMENITIES

TOTAL EXISTING

INVENTORY

NATIONAL

GUIDELINE

SERVICE LEVEL
(1/# POP)

RECOMMENDED

CITY STANDARD
(1/# POP)
TOTAL

AMENITIES
NEEDED

TOTAL SURPLUS
/ (DEFICIT)
Indoor Facilities
Recreation Center 1 1 2.0 51,265 51,000 2.1 (0.1)
Community Centers 0 1 1.0 55,136 55,000 1.9 (0.9)
Senior Center 1 0 1.0 120,062 120,000 0.9 0.1
Teens Center 0 0 0.0 152,714 152,000 0.7 (0.7)
Nature Center 0 0 0.0 119,206 119,000 0.9 (0.9)
Outdoor Park and Rec Amenities
Performance Amphitheater 1 0 1.0 111,226 111,000 1.0 0.0 Basketball Court 15.5 13 28.5 8,870 4,435 24.0 4.5
Lighted Basketball Court 10.5 4 14.5 8,870 4,435 24.0 (9.5) Community Garden 1 0 1.0 66,341 66,341 1.6 (0.6)
Diamond Fields (Baseball/Softball) 4 17 21.0 41,829 20,000 5.3 15.7 Lighted Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 3 7 10.0 14,429 14,429 7.4 2.6 Dog Park 1 1 2.0 75,805 75,805 1.4 0.6
Multi-purpose Field* 9 7 16.0 - 6,250 17.1 (1.1)
Lighted Multi-purpose Field 4 7 11.0 12,505 6,250 17.1 (6.1) Pickleball Court 11 4 15.0 30,502 5,000 21.3 (6.3)
Lighted Pickleball Court 8 2 10.0 30,502 5,000 21.3 (11.3) Picnic Area (12+people) 32 16 48.0 5,000 5,000 21.3 26.7 Playground (age 6-12) 18 15 33.0 4,936 4,936 21.6 11.4 Playground (tot lot / age 2-5) 16 12 28.0 19,978 19,978 5.3 22.7 Skate Park/Bike Park 2 0 2.0 103,438 103,438 1.0 1.0
Swimming Pool 0 0 0.0 69,051 69,051 1.5 (1.5)
Splashpad/Sprayground 1 0 1.0 - 35,000 3.0 (2.0)
Tennis Court 4 5 9.0 7,264 7,264 14.7 (5.7)
Lighted Tennis Court 3 3 6.0 7,264 7,264 14.7 (8.7)
Volleyball Court 1 2 3.0 22,250 22,250 4.8 (1.8)
Walking Path 15 9 24.0 - 6,000 17.8 6.2
Exercise Area 10 0 10.0 - 12,000 8.9 1.1
Restroom Building 18 10 28.0 - 10,000 10.7 17.3
* Indicates a shared amenity with seasonal use - point included in single purpose facilities Although the following categories are highlighted
in red, they are within a small margin and can be
considered as meeting the NRPA guidelines:
» Recreation centers
» Community centers
» Teen centers
» Nature centers
» Community gardens
The City does not meet the following categories
based on the NRPA guidelines using averages for
the city size of Menifee, again these guidelines do
not take into account community priorities and lo-
cal trends:
» Multi-purpose fields and lighted multi-purpose fields » Swimming pools
» Splashpads/spraygrounds
» Tennis courts
» Pickleball courts and lighted pickleball courts
» Volleyball courts
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COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS MURRIETA PERRIS OCEANSIDE ONTARIO MENIFEE AVERAGE MENIFEE RANK
General City Stats
Year Last PMP Complete 2009 2021 2019 2021 2023* -
City Population (at time
of PMP) 100,173 79,137 176,000 185,010 106,627 128,569 ↓ # of Park Sites (Parks
and Facilities)

48.0 27.0 51.0 34.0 56.0 43 ↑
Total Park Acres 467.2 189.0 642.0 260.0 280.8 368 ↓
Park Per 1,000 People 4.7 2.4 3.6 1.4 3.0 3 -
Total # of Park Assets 104.0 79.0 176.0 289.0 236.5 177 ↑ % of Park Assets Per
Population

0.10% 0.10% 0.10% 0.16% 0.23% 0.14% ↑
TABLE 3-7: Comparative analysis with southern California cities Ontario
Perris
Menifee
Murrieta
Oceanside
FIGURE 3-5: Comparative Analysis Cities

COMPARATIVE

ANALYSIS
As a part of the existing conditions analysis, the
team performed a comparative analysis of stan-
dards from comparable sized Southern California
cities. This effort compared the City of Menifee to
four other cities population. It compared standards
for Menifee to the cities of Murrieta, Perris, Oceans- ide, and Ontario. Although Oceanside and Ontar-
io have larger populations, they still fall under the
NRPA amenity metrics group of cities with 100,000
to 250,000 population. This effort was completed to
add additional analysis to the LOS averages provid-
ed by NRPA. In doing so, it compares the City on a
regional level, rather than a national level. Table 3-7 compares the five cities (at a high level) by look-
ing at population, number of park sites, total park
acres, parks per 1,000 population, total number of
park amenities, and total number of park amenities
per population.

The comparative analysis also looks at the num-
ber of existing amenities in other cities and com-
pares them to the NRPA averages to create an
overall metric that combines the averages of each
city, shown on Table 3-8. This helps to understand
where the City of Menifee sits regionally in terms of
amenity quantity. For example, the NRPA analysis
shows that Menifee is in a deficit of tennis courts,
but when you compare it regionally, it is above av-
erage by 4.2 courts. Please note that rectangular
soccer field’s are included in this table for the other cities although the City of Menifee soccer field’s fall under the multi-purpose field category.
* Park and amenity totals are from last completed Master Plans. Current totals may have changed since.

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EXISTING CONDITIONS 49
MURRI-

ETA PERRIS OCEANS-

IDE ONTARIO

MENIFEE
(CITY AND

VALLEY-
WIDE)

AVERAGE

AMENITY

COMPARATIVE

ANALYSIS
Total Existing Inventory
Total Facilities Needed
Total Surplus / (Deﬁcit)
Total Existing Inventory
Total Facilities Needed
Total Surplus / (Deﬁcit)
Total Existing Inventory
Total Facilities Needed
Total Surplus / (Deﬁcit)
Total Existing Inventory
Total Facilities Needed
Total Surplus / (Deﬁcit)
Total Existing Inventory
Total Facilities Needed
Total Surplus / (Deﬁcit)
Average Inventory
Avg. Surplus / (Deﬁcit)
Ranking
Indoor Rec.

Facilities
Recreation Center 3.0 2.0 1.0 N/A 1.6 N/A 9.0 3.5 5.5 9.0 3.6 5.4 2.0 2.1 (0.1) 5.8 3.0 ↑ Community Center 0.0 1.8 (1.8) N/A 1.4 N/A N/A 3.2 N/A N/A 3.4 N/A 1.0 1.9 (0.9) 0.5 (1.4) ↓ Senior Center N/A 0.8 N/A N/A 0.7 N/A N/A 1.5 N/A N/A 1.5 N/A 1.0 0.9 0.1 N/A N/A Teens Center N/A 0.7 N/A N/A 0.5 N/A N/A 1.2 N/A N/A 1.2 N/A 0.0 0.7 (0.7) N/A N/A Nature Centers 0.0 0.8 (0.8) N/A 0.7 N/A N/A 1.5 N/A N/A 1.6 N/A 0.0 0.9 (0.9) 0.0 (0.9) Outdoor Park and Rec Amenities
Performance Amphitheater 2.0 2.0 1.1 N/A 0.7 N/A N/A 1.6 N/A N/A 1.7 N/A 1.0 1.0 0.0 N/A N/A Basketball Court 12.0 22.6 (10.6) 10.0 17.8 (7 .8) 11.0 39.7 (28.7) 30.0 41.7 (11.7) 28.5 24.0 4.5 18.3 (10.9) ↑ Lighted Basketball Court N/A 22.6 N/A N/A 17.8 N/A N/A 39.7 N/A N/A 41.7 N/A 14.5 24.0 (9.5) N/A N/A Community Garden N/A 1.5 N/A 1.0 1.2 (0.2) N/A 2.7 N/A 2.0 2.8 (0.8) 1.0 1.6 (0.6) 1.3 (0.5) ↓ Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 9.0 5.0 4.0 15.0 4.0 11.0 23.0 8.8 14.2 23.0 9.3 13.7 21.0 5.3 15.7 18.2 11.7 ↑ Lighted Diamond Field (softball/baseball) N/A 6.9 N/A N/A 5.5 N/A N/A 12.2 N/A N/A 12.8 N/A 10.0 7.4 2.6 N/A N/A Dog Park 0.0 1.3 (1.3) 1.0 1.0 0.0 N/A 2.3 N/A 3.0 2.4 0.6 2.0 1.4 0.6 1.5 (0.1) ↑ Multi-purpose Field 16.0 16.0 N/A 25.0 12.7 12.3 28.0 28.2 (0.2) 30.0 29.6 0.4 16.0 17.1 (1.1) 24.8 2.9 - Lighted Multi-purpose Field N/A 16.0 N/A N/A 12.7 N/A N/A 28.2 N/A N/A 29.6 N/A 11.0 17.1 (6.1) N/A N/A Pickleball N/A 20.0 N/A 8.0 15.8 (7 .8) 8.0 35.2 (27.2) 1.0 37.0 (36.0) 15.0 21.3 (6.3) 8.0 (19.3) ↑ Lighted Pickleball Court N/A 3.3 N/A N/A 2.6 N/A N/A 5.8 N/A N/A 6.1 N/A 10.0 3.5 6.5 N/A N/A Picnic Area (12+people) 21.0 20.0 1.0 4.0 15.8 (11.8) 24.0 35.2 (11.2) 33.0 37.0 (4.0) 48.0 21.3 26.7 26.0 0.1 ↑ Playground (age 6-12) 33.0 20.3 12.7 18.0 16.0 2.0 47.0 35.7 11.3 22.0 37.5 (15.5) 33.0 21.6 11.4 30.6 4.4 ↑ Playground (tot lot / age 2-5) N/A 5.0 N/A N/A 4.0 N/A N/A 8.8 N/A N/A 9.3 N/A 28.0 5.3 22.7 N/A N/A Skate/Bike Park 1.0 1.0 0.0 N/A 0.8 N/A 3.0 1.7 1.3 N/A 1.8 N/A 2.0 1.0 1.0 2.0 0.8 ↓
Swimming pool 1.0 1.5 (0.5) 0.0 1.1 (1.1) 3.0 2.5 0.5 N/A 2.7 N/A 0.0 1.5 (1.5) 0.8 (0.7) ↓ Splashpad/sprayground N/A 2.9 N/A N/A 2.3 N/A N/A 5.0 N/A N/A 5.3 N/A 1.0 3.0 (2.0) N/A N/A Tennis Court 3.0 13.8 (10.8) 2.0 10.9 (8.9) 16.0 24.2 (8.2) 9.0 25.5 (16.5) 9.0 14.7 (5.7) 7.8 (10.0) ↑ Lighted Tennis Court N/A 13.8 N/A N/A 10.9 N/A N/A 24.2 N/A N/A 25.5 N/A 6.0 14.7 (8.7) N/A N/A Volleyball 3.0 4.5 (1.5) 2.0 3.6 (1.6) 4.0 7.9 (3.9) 5.0 8.3 (3.3) 3.0 4.8 (1.8) 3.4 (2.4) ↑ Walking Path 20.0 16.7 3.3 10.0 13.2 (3.2) 17 .0 29.3 (12.3) 34.0 30.8 3.2 24.0 17.8 6.2 21.0 (0.6) ↑ Exercise Area N/A 8.3 N/A 2.0 6.6 (4.6) N/A 14.7 N/A 10.0 15.4 (5.4) 10.0 8.9 1.1 4.4 (1.8) ↑ Restroom Building 11.0 10.0 1.0 N/A 7.9 N/A 29.0 17.6 11.4 24.0 18.5 5.5 28.0 10.7 17.3 18.4 7.0 ↑ TABLE 3-8: Amenity Comparative Analysis
The City of Menifee is above the regional average
for several amenities including:
» Recreation centers
» Basketball courts
» Diamond fields
» Dog parks
» Group picnic areas (12+ people)
» Playgrounds
» Tennis courts
» Volleyball courts
The City is below the regional average for the fol-
lowing amenities:
» Community centers
» Community gardens
» Skate parks/bike parks
» Swimming pools
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MENIFEE SCHOOLS
The City of Menifee has many schools within the
City. It has two elementary school districts and
one high school district. There are 11 elementary
schools, four middle schools and two high schools.

Menifee has a relatively young population, 26.7 per-
cent of residents are under the age of 20 (Southern
California Association of Governments). Schools
within close proximity to public parks provide many
recreational opportunities to children and teens.

The City of Menifee is also served by Mt. San Jacin-
to College, Perris Union High School District, and
privately operated Santa Rosa Academy, which the
City has a facility-use agreement with the school
for the use of its amenities and facilities.

The City coordinates with school districts to provide
the best use of those public and private resources
to meet recreation demands of the community.

Currently, the City only has one facility-use
agreement in place at Santa Rosa Academy. The
City should continue to create partnerships with
school districts and other various organizations
that lead to agreements to meet the demands of
the community.

Current recreation amenities at school sites within
the City of Menifee include:

Mt. San Jacinto College—Joint Use
Agreement (JUA) (timing is to be
determined) will include:
» 5,000-seat stadium
» Parking lot
» Classrooms
» Courtyard
Amenities not a part of future JUA include:
» 1 softball field
» 1 multi-purpose field
» Sand volleyball courts
Perris Union High School District
Heritage High School
» Swimming pool
» 3 softball fields
» 2 baseball fields
» 1 football field—lighted/synthetic
» 3 soccer fields—overlaid on softball/baseball
fields
» 6 tennis courts
Paloma Valley High School
» Swimming pool
» 2 softball fields
» 2 baseball fields
» 1 football field—lighted/synthetic
» 8 tennis courts
Liberty High School (Winchester, CA)
» Football/soccer stadium
» Baseball fields
» Softball fields
» Swimming pool
» Tennis courts
» Basketball courts
Romoland School District
Ethan Chase Middle School—Adjacent to
Discovery Park
» 1 multi-use field
Santa Rosa Academy—Facility-use
Agreement (as needed), includes:
» Gymnasium and indoor facility space
» 1 diamond field
» 1 multi-use field
» 3 outdoor basketball courts
Indoor Basketball Courts at Santa Rosa Academy
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Quail Valley
Elementary
Ridgemoor
Elementary
Evans Ranch
Elementary
Chester W.

Morrison
Elementary
Paloma
Valley High
Menifee
Valley Middle
Southshore
Elementary
Bell Mountain
Middle
Callie Kirk
Patrick
Elementary
Freedom Crest
Elementary
Ethan A Chase
Middle
Mesa View
Elementary
Boulder Ridge
Elementary
Hans
Christensen
Middle
Romoland
Elementary
Heritage
High
Harvest Valley
Elementary
Mt. San Jacinto
College
Santa Rosa
Academy
FIGURE 3-6: Menifee Schools
Liberty High
School
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ADJACENT PARKS

AND RECREATION

FACILITIES
Publicly-owned Facilities
Lake Perris State Recreation Area
Lake Perris is located in Riverside County between
the City of Moreno Valley and Perris. It contains
over 8,000 acres and includes amenities such as
campgrounds, group camp, a hunting zone, picnic
areas, two swimming beaches, an Indian muse-
um, an equestrian camp, and equestrian/multi-use
trails. It is the southernmost State Water Project
Facility and the southern terminus of the California
Aqueduct 19 miles from Menifee City Hall.

Lake Elsinore Recreation Area
Lake Elsinore is located south of Menifee on 3,300
acres. It contains the popular Launch Point camp-
grounds and opportunities for boating, fishing,
camping, wakeboarding, windsurfing, and many
other water activities. It is also a major center for
sky-diving and hang-gliding due to the warm air
that blows from the Ortega Mountains just west of
the lake 10-miles from Menifee City Hall.

Kabian Park
Kabian Park is managed by Riverside County Re-
gional Park and Open-Space District and is locat-
ed just north of Quail Valley northwest of the City
boundary 7.5 miles from Menifee City Hall. It is
mainly passive open space with 640 acres of open
space, hiking, and equestrian trails. There is a small
park area with a picnic shelter and a small play-
ground.

Lake Perris State Recreation Area
Lake Elsinore Recreation Area
View from a hiking trail at Kabian Park
Salt Creek Trail
The Salt Creek Trail is a project completed by Riv-
erside County identified in the County’s General
plan since the 1990s. The four-mile segment that
runs west to east through the City of Menifee was
completed in late 2020. It is a 12-foot wide multi-use
path. The Salt Creek Trail is an ongoing project and
the County hopes to expand the trail to connect
other communities in Riverside County.

Diamond Valley Lake
Diamond Valley Lake is adjacent to the Diamond
Valley Reservoir and is run by the Metropolitan
Water District. It contains several large sized sport
fields, a major aquatic center and one educational
based museum. A RV park is also being added in
the near future. The area also includes a large num-
ber of hiking and equestrian trails open to the pub-
lic. The lake is open to fishing and boating activities, although swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Diamond Valley Lake Aerial View
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Marion V. Ashley Community Center
Valley-Wide Community Centers
Menifee Community Center
The Menifee Community Center located at Wheat-
field Park is a small and out-dated facility. It offers a limited number of programs including dance,
jazzercise, yoga, martial arts, and art classes. Val-
ley-Wide also offers programming based at Wheat-
field Park and at the Menifee Gym, the only gym
in the City. It is a joint-use facility located at Bell Mountain Middle School. Programming includes
open gym, youth volleyball and basketball, men’s
softball and tennis lessons at the park.

Marion V. Ashley Community Center
Marion V. Ashley Community Center is a 25,000
square foot community center. It offers a variety
of programs and classes including Zumba, mar-
tial arts classes, youth and adult sports classes
including basketball, volleyball and soccer clinics,
gymnastics, dodgeball, and mom and me classes.

It also has rentable space for parties and events.

There is a Child Development Center serving chil-
dren 18 months to 5 years of age. Care is provided
for a partial day or full day, and is private and state subsidized.

Amenities at Drop Zone include:
» A 50-meter pool with diving boards
» Two large water slides
» Water play structures for toddlers
» The Meridian Springs Pool, utilized for beginner
swim lessons
» A “lazy river”
» Locker rooms
» The “Flow Rider” which allows guests to body
surf and stand-up surf
» Beach volleyball
» Snack bar and covered eating area
Field of Dreams
In 2012, the City of Perris opened the Field of
Dreams. The $25 million facility features four major
league baseball field replicas of Anaheim Stadium,
Dodger Stadium, Fenway Park, and Yankee Stadi-
um. This park also contains an indoor soccer pavil-
ion, restaurant, batting cages, and two playgrounds.

It is located directly south of the Drop Zone Water
Park, 9 miles from Menifee City Hall.

Water slides at Drop Zone water park
Field of Dreams at night
Private and Commercial Recreation
Available to the Public Nearby
Drop Zone
Drop Zone Water Park opened in 2014 in Perris, CA,
a few miles north of the City’s northern boundary.

This was a $24 million Riverside County project that
is operated privately but the City of Menifee con-
tributed to the development of this waterpark. It is
located on 12 acres off Trumble Road and it oper-
ates in the summer from mid-May to mid-Septem-
ber. While this facility is not located within the City of Menifee, it helps to fulfill a missing gap in aquatic facilities north of the City.

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TRAILS, BIKE

INFRASTRUCTURE,

AND PARK

CONNECTIONS
The City has existing trails and bike facilities as
identified in the City of Menifee Active Transporta-
tion Plan, completed in December 2020. Some of
these include soft surface, paved, or a combination
of different surface types. These trails help connect
residential areas to parks. Audie Murphy Ranch is a
good example of an area that has trails that connect
residential areas to Audie Murphy Ranch Park.

The City also has a small number of bicycle facili-
ties throughout the community. Bicycle facilities like
multi-use paths (Class I), bike lanes (Class II), and
bike routes (Class III) can provide residents with al-
ternative forms of transportation to parks and other
facility types. Riding bicycles to parks and provid-
ing the option can promote a more active lifestyle.

The Salt Creek Trail was described in the previous
section. The Salt Creek Trail is a critical trail con-
nection that assists in connecting the City from east
to west. This multi-use path provides an alternative
form of transportation to parks and provides the
City with future pedestrian and bike connections to
parks and other facilities. The Paloma Wash Trail is
a Class I: multi-use path just west of Interstate 215
that runs north to south for the freeway for approxi-
mately one mile on both sides of the wash. This trail
currently has a connection to Central Park.

Paloma Wash Trail

GEOGRAPHIC

DISTRIBUTION

ANALYSIS
A Geographic Distribution Analysis (GDA) was per-
formed on the community parks, neighborhood
parks, and recreation centers. A GDA examines the
walktime, biketime, and drivetime to these parks
as determined by using a Geographical Informa-
tion System (GIS) based parkshed analysis. Results
from this analysis are displayed in
Figure 3-8.

The park’s GDA analysis takes into account the per-
centage of the population served by neighborhood,
community, and regional parks. Instead of using
a traditional 1/2-mile circle from parks that only
considers a direct distance, the method deployed
takes into account actual walking, driving, or bik-
ing distances that considers walking, biking and
driving routes someone would use to get to these
parks. This actual network method is more accurate
since it puts attention on the need to improve the
local network to enhance access to parks. Standard
circles are highly inaccurate in determining access
for areas that have significant barriers such as free-
ways, highways, rivers, rail lines or steep topogra-
phy. The GDA is important since it can highlight the
areas that may have greater park needs.

For each neighborhood park, community park,
community center, special use park, and regional
park, a GIS analysis was completed that generat-
ed polygons representing a 1/2-mile walkshed or
15-minute walkshed, given a walking speed of 2.5
mph (slowed to 2 mph to take into account street
crossings, some with signals). The 2-mile driveshed
or 5-minute driveshed assumed posted speed lim-
its which tends to average 35 mph with it slowing to
30 mph average with signals, loading, finding park-
ing, and unloading. Resulting walkshed polygons
were superimposed on the City base map to see
which regions were well covered by park access
and to estimate the number of residents served by
park type.

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FIGURE 3-7: Existing Trails and Pedestrian Access to Parks Valley-Wide Parks
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Parksheds
There are two main parksheds used to analyze the
service area a park provides to the City: walkshed
and driveshed. For each park type, a Geographi-
cal Information System (GIS) analysis generated a
polygon representing a ½-mile walkshed or 15-min-
ute walkshed and a 2-mile driveshed or 5-minute
driveshed. The resulting service catchment areas
were overlaid on the City base map to see which
regions were well covered by park access and to
estimate the number of residents served by each
park type. Table 3-9 is a summary of the parkshed
assumptions. Populations within a ½-mile walk-
shed (which is equivelant to a 15 minute walk)
are typically useful for determining the parkshed
for mini parks and neighborhood parks. Whereas,
populations within a 2-mile driveshed or 5-minute
driveshed are useful for determining the parkshed
for community parks/ centers and regional parks.

Figure 3-8 displays a 1/2-mile parkshed (15 minute
walktime to the parks) and associated residential
land use in Menifee to show which areas of Menifee
have convenient access to parks.

The series of maps on pages 56-62 show the park
travelsheds of parks with selected amenities and
census age data. These maps show how certain
amenities are distributed throughout the City geo-
graphically and associated local select age groups.

Relevant age related amenities include playgrounds,
sports courts (basketball, tennis, sand volleyball,
and pickleball), diamond fields, multi-purpose
fields, and community centers.

TABLE 3-9: Categorized Park Level of Service

EXISTING

ACRES FOR

CITY AND

VALLEY-WIDE
PARKS

RECOMMENDED

STANDARD
PER 1000

POPULATION
ACRE
PER 1,000

POPULATION
2022
TOTAL

SURPLUS/

DEFICIT
Developed General Purpose Parks
Mini and Neighborhood Parks 122.6 2.0 1.1 (0.9)
Community Parks + Center 155.3 3.0 1.5 (1.5)
All Active Parks 280.8 5.0 2.6 (2.4)
Special Use + Regional Park / Open Space
Special Use Facility - 6.0 - (6.0)
Regional Park Area - 6.0 - (6.0)
Salt Creek Trail
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FIGURE 3-9: Existing Parks with Playgrounds
Areas with major gaps for Playgrounds
This map shows a 1/2-mile walkshed to parks with
playgrounds for both city parks (green) and Val-
ley-Wide parks (purple). It also overlays Census
tract data to show populations under 18 years of
age. There is a large gap of playgrounds in Quail
Valley where there is a large population of children
under 18.

Valley-Wide Parks
Valley-Wide Parks
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This map shows a 1/2-mile walkshed to parks with sport courts (Basketball, Tennis, Pickleball, and Volleyball). The overlaid census tract data shows populations under 18 years of age. It is important to note that other age groups utilize sport courts, but under 18 year olds are less likely to have reliable transportation to these facilities like older age groups may have. Making it more critical for them to be within walking distance to these facilities. There are many portions in the city where service is not reached shown in the blue circle gaps.

Areas with major gaps for sports courts
FIGURE 3-10: Existing Parks with Sport Courts
Valley-Wide Parks
Valley-Wide Parks
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FIGURE 3-11: Existing Multi-purpose Fields
Nova Park
Audie Murphy Ranch
Sports Park
Hidden Hills Park Centennial Park
Lago Vista Sports Park
Heritage Lakes
Sports Park
This map shows a 1/2-mile walkshed and a
2-mile driveshed to existing multi-purpose fields.

Multi-purpose fields are considered a community
amenity because they can serve a greater popula-
tion, therefore a 2-mile driveshed is shown in addi-
tion to the 1/2-mile walkshed. Multi-purpose fields
are overall well-distributed throughout the city with
service not reaching the northwest portion and
central portions of the City.

Areas with major gaps for multi-purpose fields
Underwood
Park
E.L. Pete Petersen
Park
La Ladera Park
Quartz Ranch Park
Lyle Marsh Park
Valley-Wide Parks
Valley-Wide Parks
Multi-purpose
Multi-purpose
Multi-purpose
Multi-purpose
Multi-purpose
Multi-purpose
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La Ladera Park
Audie Murphy
Ranch Sports
Park
Eller Park
Discovery Park
El Dorado Park
Aldergate Park
Sunrise Park
Wheatfield Park Lago Vista
Sports Park
Centennial
Park
Mira Park
FIGURE 3-12: Existing Diamond Fields
Areas with major gaps for diamond fields
Marion V. Ash-
ley Park and
Community
Center
This map shows a 1/2-mile walkshed and a 2-mile drivesh- ed to existing diamond fields. Diamond Fields are con-
sidered a community amenity because they can serve a
greater population, therefore a 2-mile driveshed is shown in addition to the 1/2-mile walkshed.

Valley-Wide Parks
Valley-Wide Parks
Valley-Wide Parks
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Lazy Creek Recreation Center
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
Wheatfield Park Community Center
Marion V. Ashley
Community Center
Areas with major gaps for community centers
This map shows a 1/2-mile walkshed and a 2-mile driveshed to ex- isting Community and Senior Centers. Lazy Creek Recreation Center and Kay Ceniceros Senior Center provides service to the central por- tion of Menifee. Wheatfield Park Community Center provides service to the southeast portion of Menifee and Marion V. Ashley Community Center provides service to the north east portions. There are missing gaps in the northwest and southern portions of Menifee.

FIGURE 3-13: Existing Community Centers
Valley-Wide
Valley-Wide
Valley-Wide
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW AND ANALYSIS
In the 2021-2022 program year, the highest pro-
grammed classes were (in order of number of
classes): Senior Soul Line Dance (997), Taekwon-
do (787), Texas Holdem (780), Fitness (762), Ballet
6-9 years (732), Rec N Trek - Middle School Lunch
Program (648), Tiny Tots and Little Learners (480),
Tai’Chi (460), Pinocchole (451), Bidwhist (387), Be
Mighty/Mighty Me Program (381), Black Jack (364),
Dominoes (349), Bridge (338), and Quilting (312).

The large increase in number of registrants from
the previous program year is presumed to be due to
the COVID-19 pandemic.

The City of Menifee currently provides a wide va-
riety of recreation classes and programs through
their facilities. The City seeks to make programs
available to all age groups throughout the year. Pro-
gram locations include Lazy Creek Recreation Cen-
ter, Kay Ceniceros Senior Center, as well as online
programs.

Existing Recreation Programs
“Menifee Matters” is a Community News and Activ-
ity Guide that is published quarterly to catalog and
communicate classes and programs for the coming
months. This magazine also highlights other ser-
vices and programs offered by the City. This guide
provides the following categories for recreational
programs:
» Toddlers (Ages 3-5)
» Tiny Tots (Ages 2-5)
» Youth (Ages 6-12)
» Teens (Ages 13-17)
» Adults (Ages 18+)
» 55 and Better
» Facility Rentals (Athletic Fields and Parks)
» Adopt-a-Park/Trail Program (Ranger Services)
The City utilizes “DaySmart” as its registration soft-
ware for the programs offered in these areas, how-
ever, these are then categorized by Location or by
League. According to attendance data provided by
this system, 941 classes were programmed in the
2021-2022 program year.

In the 2021-2022,
program year, the City
of Menifee had:
941
226,035
programs
offered
total registered
participants (programs,
events, and ﬁeld
reservation participants)
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ACTIVITY REGISTRANTS
Senior Soul Line Dance 997
Taekwondo 787
Texas Hold ‘Em 780
Fitness 762
Ballet 6-9 years 732
Rec N Trek - Middle School Lunch
Program 648
Tiny Tots and Little Learners 480
Tai’Chi 466
Pinocchole 451
Bidwhist 397
Be Mighty/Mighty Me Program 381
Black Jack 364
Dominoes 349
Bridge 338
Quilting 312
TABLE 3-10: Top Fifteen Activities Totals by
Registrant Numbers (2021-2022)
Programs Findings
According to attendance reports, a total of 941 pro-
grams requiring registration were offered by the
City and a total of 226,035 registrants in the 2021-
2022 program year. This number includes estimated
event attendees, field reservation participants, and
program participants from data provided by City
staff.

The top 15 activities by class number for the
2020-2021 are shown in table 3-10. The top three
activities with the highest number of registrants
were, Senior Soul Line Dance with 997 registrants,
Taekwondo with 787 registrants, and Texas Holdem
with 780 registrants. Other classes with high class
numbers were Fitness, Ballet 6-9 years, and Rec
and Trek - Middle School Lunch Program.

Attendance data from 2022-2023 programs so far
in the program year was also reviewed for activi-
ties with the most registrations. The highest at-
tendance-specific programs were Texas Holdem,
Fitness, Tiny Tots, and Black Jack. The top fifteen
activities by registration count are summarized in
table 3-11.

Tables 3-10 and 3-11 do not include major events
such as the Christmas Tree Lighting or Fall Festival,
as well as excluding the Senior Lunch Program and
Senior Food Box Programs, all of which have signif-
icant response by residents.

TABLE 3-11: Top Fifteen Programs Totals by
Registrant Numbers (2022-2023, as of March 2023)

ACTIVITY REGISTRANTS
Texas Hold ‘Em 688
Fitness 564
Tiny Tots Program 561
Black Jack 538
Tai Chi 524
Movies in the Park (7/22) 500
Pinochle 416
Flag Football 408
Fall Festival Booth 400
Art-a-Faire 375
Dominoes 374
Taekwondo Jrs 365
Youth Basketball 342
Samba 312
Thanksgiving Meals (11/24) 300
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Program Comparative Analysis
A comparative assessment was made of the pro-
grams offered by the City of Menifee Community
Services Department (Department) against those
offered by comparative communities and districts
in Southern California. For the purposes of the pro-
gram offering assessment, the following organiza-
tions were utilized as comparatives: Riverside, Mur-
rieta, Lake Elsinore, Valley-Wide Recreation and
Park District, Corona, Perris, and Temecula.

In 2022, the NRPA published an agency perfor-
mance review that documents programming of-
fered by parks and recreation agencies across the
country. This chart gives a good benchmark against
which to review current programming. The results
of the review included determining the percent of
agencies that perform specific types of programs,
the following were those that were 70 percent or
higher:
» Themed special events (offered by 90 percent of
agencies)
» Social recreation events (88 percent)

ORGANIZATION RIVERSIDE MURRIETA LAKE

ELSINORE

VALLEY-

WIDE CORONA PERRIS TEMECULA MENIFEE
Early Childhood (Tiny
Tots and Toddlers) ✓✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Youth ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Teen ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Adult ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Fitness ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Senior /Active ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Aquatics ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Camps ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Youth Sports ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Adult Sports ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Cultural Arts ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Therapeutic /
Inclusive ✓✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Virtual ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
» Team sports (87 percent)
» Fitness enhancement classes (82 percent)
» Health and wellness education (80 percent)
» Individual sports (76 percent)
» Safety training (72 percent)
» Racquet sports (71 percent)
» Aquatics (70 percent)
The only program option listed in these that is not
currently offered by the City is aquatic program-
ming. The safety training was included due to the
Online Driver’s Ed program currently being offered
by Menifee.

The following table represents the top 25 programs
based on attendance in the two years’ worth of
data provided by the City. These programs are list-
ed based on class registration data. The most pro-
grammed classes focus on Horse Riding, Fitness,
Foreign Language Arts, Martial Arts, Dance, Art,
and Music.

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Aquatics Programs
The primary difference between Menifee, NRPA
Standards (national averages), and findings from
comparative cities is the lack of aquatics programs
in Menifee, due to the lack of public aquatic facili-
ties. This is one of the most desired programs iden-
tified in the survey. These programs are currently
only available through the Valley-Wide Recreation
and Park District at their Aquatic Center in Hemet.

It was also discussed with City staff that there is a
significant desire for these types of programs to be
provided in or around the City.

Drop Zone Waterpark in Perris provides recreation-
al amenities for aquatics and was intended to serve
Menifee residents as the City contributed funds to
the development of the park.

The City provides field
trips to this facility as a program.

Temecula, Lake Elsinore, and Corona utilize JUA’s
and Facility -use Agreements to provide aquatics
programming. Lake Elsinore uses the pool at Lake-
wood High School and Corona partners with the
Corona-Norco Family YMCA for aquatics program-
ming. Temecula has one City-owned public pool
but they also have a JUA with the local elementary
school for their pool to use for swim lessons.

Theatre and Cultural and Arts Programs
Performing arts programs and theatre troupes are
not very prevalent in the area, and those available
are typically not publicly programmed. Murrieta is
home to a performing arts academy that has the-
atre programs. In Hemet, a troupe called the Ramo-
na Hillside Players provides theatre programming
through a private facility. Temecula has a Commu-
nity Theatre group that is sponsored by the local
government and operates in their theatre building.

These programs require an acceptable facility to
implement and a theatre with appropriate ameni-
ties to showcase performances.

ORGANIZATION RIVERSIDE MURRIETA LAKE

ELSINORE

VALLEY-
WIDE
RPD

CORONA PERRIS TEMECULA MENIFEE
Music Lessons and
Training ✓✓ ✓
Visual Arts (Drawing) ✓✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Visual Arts (Painting) ✓✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Dance /
Choreography
✓✓ ✓ ✓
Coloring ✓✓
Performance Arts
(Theatre)
✓✓ ✓
Art Shows ✓✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Multicultural or
Diversity
✓
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EXISTING CONDITIONS 67
Other Tax Revenue: This refers to property and
sales tax revenue (other than Quality of Life”) that
is used to supplement funding that is not covered
by the items aforementioned. It can be used for op-
erations, staffing, and infrastructure as needed.

Grants, Sponsorships, and Donations: This refers
to grant-funding, sponsorships, or direct donations
provided to the Department to help fund specific
programs or activities. These are not consistent an-
nual streams, but typically more program or activi-
ty-generated revenue streams.

Together these revenue streams help fund the over-
all department. Figure 3-14 shows by major service
area the types of revenue streams that can help
fund those activities:

FINANCIAL

CONDITIONS OF

EXISTING PARK

AND RECREATION

FACILITIES
Menifee has budgeted approximately $4.37 million
for recreational activities, which translates to
$41.08 per capita. The City’s primary source of
revenues for Community Services are:

User Fees: These are fees charged by the depart-
ment for specific classes, programs, camps, and
rentals offered within the City. These generally help
to fund employees, contract instructors, and basic
program materials and supplies.

Impact Fees: These are fees charged to new or
major development. It can help pay for parkland ac-
quisition (Quimby Fees) and/or for development of
new parks to service new population that is gener-
ated by the development.

Developer Agreements: Similar to Impact Fees,
the City can work with specific large residential or
mixed use developments to identify specific parks
needs that can be addressed directly by the devel-
oper. The developer would then agree to pay the
initial upfront costs for recreation needs, but ongo-
ing operational maintenance would be the respon-
sibility of the City.

CFDs/CSDs: The City has several different Com-
munity Facility Districts or Community Service Dis-
tricts. This is a specialized limited funding source,
which helps pay for initial and ongoing costs for
recreation needs based upon a specific assess-
ment amount. This funding source is specifical-
ly assessed to residents of a specific geographic
area and is only applicable on recreation and parks
needs within that geographic area.

Another Possible Quality of Life Tax Revenue:

The City passed a general “Quality of Life” reve-
nue in 2016. The monies from these taxes can be
used for general city purposes including Parks and
Recreation. These revenues can be used for annual
operational expenses, as well as one-time capital
needs.

As figure 3-14 indicates, more specific functional
areas such as contracted classes or aquatics can
generally be user fee funded, whereas more com-
munity service-based programs such as youth ac-
tivities, senior services, etc. are a mix.

PRIMARILY

FUNDED BY

USER FEES

MIXTURE

OF USER

FEES, TAXES,

AND OTHER

SOURCES

PRIMARILY
FUNDED
BY TAX

REVENUES
» Classes
» Rentals
» Potential Golf
» Potential Aquatics
» Youth programs
» Sports (adult and youth)
» Senior activities
» Childcare/after school
» Park/facility
maintenance
» Park/recreation
administration
» City-wide indirect
support
FIGURE 3-14: Parks and Programming Revenue
Streams
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Table 3-14 shows by current programmatic
area for fiscal year 2023 for the City, the annual
surplus/(deficit) and the resulting cost recovery
percentages.

Menifee is generally within the typical cost recov-
ery range for most of its programs, except for class-
es and rentals. Classes are at a cost recovery of 45
percent (direct only) and rentals are at a cost re-
covery of 21 percent (direct only) is higher than the
typical range of 20 percent.

In addition to user fees, the deficits in these pro-
grams are bridged through support from taxes and
CSDs/CFDs. However, the funding for CSDs and
CFDs can only be utilized within the geographic
boundaries of the district.

In addition to annual operating needs, the Com-
munity Services Department has a robust capital
program, with needs for building new facilities, and
expanding/improving existing facilities. These cap-
ital needs can be funded through Development Im-
pact Fees, Developer Agreements, and new CFDs/
CSDs. The City’s current Development Impact Fee
program is city-wide and not geographic specific.

Therefore, new development that pays those fees

CATEGORY CLASSES RENTALS SENIOR

PROGRAMS
YOUTH

PROGRAMS
SPORTS

PROGRAMS
Direct Costs 1 $156,023 $312,046 521,768 $418,236 $418,236 Indirect Costs 2 $55,239 $110,478 $184,730 $155,743 $148,074 Total Costs $211,262 $422,524 $706,498 $573,973 $566,310 Revenue $75,050 $66,000 $5,750 $88,000 $47,000
Surplus/(Deficit) ($136,262) ($356,524) ($700,748) ($485,978) ($519,310) Total Cost
Recovery % 36% 16% 1% 15% 8%
Direct Cost
Recovery % 45% 21% 1% 21% 11%
Typical Cost Recovery 40-60% 20-40% 10-20% 30-70% 25-60% 1 Direct costs refer to budgeted costs for that program. 2 Indirect costs represent City-wide administration support, Recreation Administration, and Park Maintenance support costs.

TABLE 3-14: Programmatic Specific Cost Recovery
can be used to fund projects throughout the City.

The City completed a nexus analysis in 2022, for
implementation in July 2023. Through this nexus
analysis, the City was able to increase its impact
fees to help offset the future facility needs for the
community.

Unlike the impact fees, the Developer Agreement
and CFDs/CSDs are more project or geographic
specific. The Developer Agreement may result in
a developer opting to create a park or recreational
facilities in their development in lieu of paying de-
velopment impact fees. The developer agreement
typically only covers the infrastructure costs, not
the ongoing maintenance costs. The Community
Facility District (CFD) or Community Service Dis-
trict (CSD) can help pay for both initial infrastruc-
ture costs as well as ongoing maintenance and op-
erations of those facilities within the area.

Taxes and grants, along with sponsorships and do-
nations help fund the gaps needed for both opera-
tions and capital projects. While tax revenue is typi-
cally not restricted, grants and sponsorships, along
with donations, can be specific to programs and/or
specific activity types.

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NATIONAL,

REGIONAL, AND

LOCAL RECREATION
TRENDS
Since the provision of public parks and recreation
services can be influenced by demographic prefer-
ences, the Master Plan process identified local and
national recreation trends that help define what
Menifee residents are seeking. This section reviews
local and national recreation trends relative to the
City’s demographic and identified interests. The
current trends impacting City services include:
» A focus on walking, hiking, and camping in an
outdoor setting
» Participation in youth activities and sports teams
» Swimming and aquatic-based activities
» Recreation activities and programs for diverse
age-based generations
The City can adapt its park and program require-
ments by learning from these new shifts in partic-
ipation in outdoor recreation, sports, and cultural
programs.

Household Participation in Outdoor
Activities
According to the Sports and Fitness Industry As-
sociation (SFIA) FIA 2022 Topline Participation
Report, American participation in recreational ac-
tivities grew significantly in 2021, likely due to the
reopening of recreational facilities and programs
since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in early
2020. In 2021 and 2022, inactivity levels declined,
decreasing from 0.7 percent from 2020, inactivity is
the lowest it has ever been. Activity has increased

7.8 percent since 2016, this is 16.8 million more peo-
ple participating in recreational activities in a five- year period.

Lower activity levels in this time period were largely
due to lower participation levels in the younger age
groups. The 18-24 and 25-34 age groups have lower
activity levels, as well as the youth age groups of
6-12 and 13-17.

TABLE 3-15:

Nationwide Team Sport Participation
Trends
TEAM SPORT 5-YR

AAG TREND
Baseball 1.1%
Basketball 4.1%
Cheerleading -2.8%
Football (FLAG) 2.3%
Football (Touch) -3.0%
Football (Tackle) -0.9%
Gymnastics -4.0%
Ice Hockey -3.1%
Lacrosse -1.8%
Paintball -7.1%
Roller Hockey -11.8%
Rugby -11.1%
Soccer (Indoor) 1.2%
Soccer (Outdoor) 1.1%
Softball (Fast-Pitch) -2.6%
Softball (Slow-Pitch) -4.7%
Swimming on a Team -3.2%
Track and Field -2.6%
Ultimate Frisbee -9.6%
Volleyball (Beach/Sand) -5.2%
Volleyball (Court) -0.8%
Volleyball (Grass) -7.8%
Wrestling 0.2%
Source: SFIA 2022 Topline Report
Water sports saw the largest increase with partici-
pation growing by 2.3 percent, followed by outdoor
sports with a 2.2 percent increase. Team sports
saw a 1.8 percent increase, but overall participa-
tion in team sports is still lower in 2021 than before
the start of the pandemic. Pickleball and yoga are
among the fastest growing activities in a two year
period since the start of the pandemic. Pickleball
grew 39 percent and yoga grew by 12.8 percent in
the last two years. Table 3-15 shows the 5-year Av-
erage Annual Growth of Team Sports nationwide.

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FIGURE 3-15: Estimated Sport Participation in
Menifee
Source: ESRI Business Analyst
Household Participation in Team
Sports
According to the 2022 SFIA Topline Report, team
sport participation is continuing to grow follow-
ing the pandemic. According to the ESRI Business
Analyst, it is estimated that 39 percent of all team
sport participants in Menifee participate in swim-
ming activities, followed by 17 percent participating
in basketball. Figure 3-15 shows estimated team
sports participation in the City of Menifee. Swim-
ming is estimated to be the highest participated
sport activity in the City. Although the City does not
current own a pool facility, residents are likely ful-
filling swimming needs at school facilities, private
facilities, HOA pools, or outside the City. This data
uses national propensities applied to local demo-
graphic composition to estimate the relative likeli-
hood of adults in the specified trade area to exhibit
certain consumer behavior.

Nationwide Fitness Activity Trends
According to the SFIA, Yoga, treadmill use, dance,
step, other choreographed exercise, dumbbells/
hand weights, kettlebells, and Pilates training are
among the fasting growing recreational activities.

All had higher participation numbers compared to
2019.

Team sports participation numbers still are lower
than before the start of the pandemic in 2019, but
have rebounded slightly since 2020. Participation
in fast-pitch softball, swimming on a team, court
volleyball, gymnastics, and cheerleading have all
increased from 2020. Some team sports are grow-
ing in popularity. Basketball, tackle football, outdoor soccer, and swimming on a team had more partici-
pation numbers than in 2019.

Nationally, aquatic exercise still has low participa-
tion rates compared to 2019 in most age groups.

This may be due to temporary fitness and swimming
pool closures. The 65+ age group has the highest
participation numbers of any other age group.

Figure 3-16 shows recreational activity participation
in Menifee from ESRI Business Analyst. There are
several differences between national trends in rec-
reation and actual participation in Menifee. Walking
is the by far the most popular activity, followed by
swimming, hiking, and weight-lifting.

Source: ESRI Business Analyst
FIGURE 3-16: Estimated Recreational Activity Par-
ticipation In Menifee, CA
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Generational Changes in
Recreational Activities
Activity participation and preferences
tend to vary based on several demo-
graphic factors, but can also differ based
on generational preferences. Figure 3-17
explains each generation and page 70
shows each generation’s recreation-
al activity preferences and how it has
changed since the pandemic.

The Silent Generation (1928-1945)
Began life in difficult conditions, including
the Great Depression, World War II, and
economic and political uncertainty. The
youngest have reached 75 years of age
and can be greatly assisted by the social
interaction that takes place at senior cen-
ters or within senior programs.

Baby Boomers (1945-1964)
Enjoying retirement, they are looking for
opportunities in fitness, sports, outdoor
activities, cultural events, and other activ-
ities that suit their lifestyles. When pro-
gramming for this age group, a custom-
ized experience catering to the need for
self fulfilment, healthy pleasure, nostalgic
youthfulness, and individual escapes is
important.

Generation X (1965-1979)
Are in the peak of their careers, raising
families, and growing their connections
within the community. Programming for
this age group may revolve around adult
sport leagues and outdoor entertainment
such as music and arts events.

Millennials (1980-1999)
Tech-savvy, socially conscious, and
achievement-driven with more flexible
ideas about balancing wealth, work, and
play. They generally prefer different park
amenities and recreational programs from
their counterparts in the Baby Boomer
generation.

Generation Alpha (2010-present)
Children of Millennials will have no fear of
technology. Every effort to accommodate
this generation with high quality, state of
the art technology in facilities and with
programs will be necessary to reach this
group.

Generation Z (2000-2010)
As of the 2010 Census, Generation Z forms
about a quarter of the U.S. population,
nearly half of the youth population is eth-
nically diverse.

FIGURE 3-17: Generations
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According to the 2022 SFIA Topline Participation
Report, fitness sports is the most popular recre-
ational activity category by most generations, with
the exception of Generation Z. Gen Z’s most popu-
lar recreational category is outdoor sports in 2021
with 60.8 percent participation. Team sports are
also very popular among Gen Z with 55.8 percent
participation. Individual sports are popular among
Gen Z with 44.0 percent participation and Millenni-
al with 41.3 percent participation. Sports categories
with the lowest participation are racquet sports,
water sports, and winter sports.

FIGURE 3-18: Nationwide Generational Recreational Activity Participation Source: SFIA Topline Participation Report 2022
Overall participation among the generations in the
last three years has change due to the COVID-19
pandemic. But the largest changed was that Boom-
ers have increased their participation in all catego-
ries compared to other generations.

Gen X participation decreased across all sport cat-
egories likely due to this generation returning back
to work as vaccines became widely available and
testing for COVID-19 became more accessible.

Millennials largely maintained the same activity
levels in 2021, except for winter sport participation
declining.

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4 Community
Priorities and
Needs
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OVERVIEW

OUTREACH OVERVIEW
A major component of the Master Plan is to develop an outreach strategy that is an engaging collaborative process with the community, stakeholders, and City staff. The outreach strategy developed for this project explored various methods to engage the community through a series of workshops, surveys, stakeholder interviews, focus/user groups meetings, and online engagement through the City’s website.

The target audience of the outreach strategy was anyone who lives, works, or plays within the City of Meni- fee. Additional emphasis was placed on under-served communities that disproportionately lack easy and comfortable access to parks, open space, and other recreation facilities. T he team also used the City’s da-
tabase of previous resident and stakeholder involvement to maximize outreach.

OUTREACH STRATEGY
The primary community engagement strategies for this plan were:
» Project branding
» City staff meetings
» Statistically-valid survey
» Nine stakeholder/focus group interviews
» Three community workshops
FIGURE 4-1: Community Engagement Timeline
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3 10
Community
Workshops Stakeholder/Focus
Group Meetings
807
Total Completed
Surveys
353
Invite Surveys
Complete
161
Event Surveys
Complete
293
Open Link Surveys
Complete
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COMMUNITY AND

STAKEHOLDER INPUT
The Master Plan’s outreach strategy sought to in-
volve a list of key stakeholders and focus groups to
gather information from a broad list of community
members, including:
» Community Partners
» City Department Heads and Directors
» Planning and Recreation Commission
» Senior Advisory Committee
» Sports Users (focus group)
» Quail Valley (focus group)
» Oasis HOA
» Sun City Civic Association
» Youth Leaders of Menifee

STAKEHOLDER

INTERVIEWS
Stakeholder and focus group interviews were
conducted in-person during the 2022 summer. The
goal of these interviews were to gather input on
needs and desires of these community groups. This
input, in combination with other community input
from the survey and workshops, was used to guide
recommendations in Chapter 6 of the document.

A series of questions were asked during each of the
stakeholder meetings and some of the collective
themes and responses included:

Question 1: What are the key recreation values in
the community that should be considered while de-
veloping the Parks Master Plan?
» A need for multi-generational parks.
» Having amenities and activities for children,
teens, adults, and seniors is important.

Question 2: What would be the top three outcomes
you would like to see from this planning process?
» Improvements and infill at already existing parks
within the City.
» Additional aquatic facilities and programs (outside
of HOAs) and better promotion of Drop Zone
» The need for a regional sports park.

Question 3: What do you feel is the role of the City
in providing programs in addition to recreation fa-
cilities?
» Keeping costs down so they can work with the
organizations and paperwork minimized.

Question 4: What should the collective vision of the
City be and how can your group help achieve that
vision?
Short-term vision (0-5 years):
» Add joint-use agreements (JUA’s) with school
districts to allow the community to use school
facilities when they are not in use, such as aquat-
ic facilities.

Mid-term vision (5-10 years):
» A new park or recreation facility in Quail Valley
and Sun City.

Long-term vision (10+ years):
» The need for a regional trail system and connec-
tivity between parks.

Question 5: What groups in the community are
currently receiving the most benefits from Meni-
fee’s recreational programs?
» There are many youth programs but there could
be additional programs and facilities to support
them like additional lighted-multi-purpose fields
and lighted diamond fields.

Question 6: What groups (e.g., age, socioeconom-
ic, sporting focus groups, etc.) could receive more
support from the parks master plan?
» City needs have outgrown the capacity of the
Kay Ceniceros Senior Center. Kay Ceniceros Se-
nior Center is too small.
» A strong desire for additional indoor facilities like community centers and recreation centers to
support programs and events. As well as a need
for a teen/youth center and an additional senior
center.

Question 7: Should the City continue their pursuit
in acquiring, operating, and maintaining all of the
Valley-Wide parks that exist within the City of Meni-
fee?
» Keep pursuing bringing Valley-Wide parks into
the City park system.

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Reoccurring Themes from Stakeholders and Focus Groups:
“We need to support all age groups for family values and quality of life” - Parks, Recreation and Trails Commissioner
“Community pool/aquatic Center is also a must for
Menifee. ” - Parks, Recreation and Trails Commissioner
“Need more lit sporting fields so that after school
programs and team practices can occur more in the
evenings when it is dark. ” - Parks, Recreation and Trails Commissioner
“We need to absorb all of Valley-Wide Parks within the City boundary. ” - Parks, Recreation and Trails Commissioner “City parks should be connected and feel like they are part of a combined system. ” - Planning Commissioner
Desire to combine Valley-Wide into the City park system.

Park and ﬁeld lighting are needed.

The City should explore aquatic play elements at various parks.

Should consider multi-generational facilities.

Should look into accessible features at playground and facilities in the City. “‘Parks Make Life Better’ covers the values of physical, mental, and social health and well-being. ” - Planning Commissioner “ADA compliance, the whole family should enjoy park amenities.“ - Senior Advisory Committee Member
“Accessibility for Special Needs (walkers, wheelchairs)“ - Community Partner
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COMMUNITY SURVEY
Three samples were collected in the survey ef-
fort, the statistically-valid invite sample, the open
link sample, and the event sample (administered
at public events). Together they provide an excel-
lent source of input from the community on top-
ics addressed through the survey. Survey results
are presented in formats that compare responses
from each sample, along with an overall response.

In general, responses across samples are similar, a
positive finding in that it indicates a more general
consensus in the community on the various topics
and ideas expressed.

These surveys were conducted as a part of the
Master Plan. The general purpose was to gather
feedback from residents and other park users on
City parks, recreation facilities, amenities, future
planning, communication, and more. The survey
and analysis was designed to assist the City of
Menifee in developing a parks and recreation plan
that accurately reflects the needs, wants, and de-
sires of the community.

The survey opted to use a traditional method of sur-
veying by mailing surveys to 4,000 households in
the City.

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Awareness: Awareness of which agency manages local parks is low; 42 percent of the Invite sample is not at all aware of who manages their closest facilities and/ or parks. A total of 21 percent of the invite samples live in an HOA. Of those that do, Oasis, Heritage Lakes, and Tierra Shores were commonly mentioned.

Satisfaction: Respondents show higher levels of satisfaction with the parks, rec- reation facilities, and services provided by the City of Menifee. Overall, the aver- age ratings for all samples were above 3.5 out of 5, with 5 being “very satisfied. ” Most Visited: The top three most visited parks are Audie Murphy Ranch Sports Park/Skate Park, Spirit Park, and Wheatfield Park. The top parks in need of im- provement that respondents suggested are Wheatfield Park and Aldergate Park, both under Valley-Wide authority.

Transportation: Majority of respondents use a motor vehicle to get to parks and recreation facilities. However, over half of the Invite sample (55 percent) said that they walk or run and 19 percent said they bike or skateboard.

Connections: A strong indication that if additional trail connections, paths, walk- ways, and/or street crossings were developed, respondents would more likely walk or bike to access parks. A total of 38 percent of the invite sample said stron- ger connections would definitely would encourage them to walk or ride more of- ten.

Trails and pathways: Trails and pathways, amenities at City parks, and open park spaces are rated highest by both samples in terms of importance. Although trails and pathways rated highest in importance, their rating for meeting the needs of the community is lower. However, open spaces and amenities at City parks are currently meeting the needs of the community. Aquatic programs rated the lowest in terms of needs met.

Other Desired Facilities: Other recreational facilities desired by the open link and event respondents are walking trails or interpretive trails and splashpads.

Recreational facilities desired by the invite sample are community gardens and dog parks. But the top most desired park amenity in the future is walking trails, both inside and outside parks.

Communication: Respondents overall suggest that there is room for improve- ment in terms of how news and information is shared with the community about parks and recreation opportunities. The top three preferred forms of communica- tion are Menifee Matters Newsletter, email, and social media.

Safety and Security: All samples indicated that the main purposes of the City of Menifee Parks and Recreation is to provide a high level of safety and security at fa- cilities, and to ensure park and recreation facilities are accessible to all residents.

Spanish-speakers: Approximately 83 percent of respondents indicated that they use Spanish as a second language. Meaning, it would be beneficial to programs, services and communication to be available in Spanish.

Key Findings
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FIGURE 4-2: Most Visited Park Facilities
FIGURE 4-3: Visitors likeness to use trails and pedestrian connections if they were developed? FIGURE 4-4: The importance of facilitates and services offered by City of Menifee Parks 5 - Definitely would
4 - Probably would
3- Neutral / No change
2 - Probably would not
1 - Definitely would not
Avg.
n=
Trails and pathways
Amenities at City parks (e.g. picnic areas,
playgrounds)
Open park spaces
Special events
Youth recreation and sports programs
Athletic courts (e.g, basketball, tennis)
Athletic fields (e.g., baseball, soccer)
Aquatic programs
Community centers
Adult recreation and sports programs
Senior programs
Kids club/camps
ADA-accessible programs
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FIGURE 4-5: Facilitates and Services Importance/Needs Met Matrix Summary FIGURE 4-6: Facilities and Services Importance/Needs Met Matrix Average Importance - Performance Matrix
These are key areas for potential
improvements. Improving these facilities/
programs would likely positively affect the
degree to which community needs are met
overall.

These amenities are important to most
respondents and should be maintained in the
future but are less of a priority for improvements
as needs are currently being adequately met.

These “niche” facilities/programs have a
small but passionate following, so measuring
participation when planning for future
improvements may prove to be valuable.

Current levels of support appear to be adequate.

Future discussions evaluating whether the
resources supporting these facilities/programs
outweigh the benefits may be constructive.

High Importance/
Low Needs Met
Low Importance/
Low Needs Met
High Importance/
High Needs Met
Low Importance/
High Needs Met
As a summary, the High Importance / Low Needs Met quadrant highlights the results of the survey where trails are important to residents but lacks in amenities.

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COMMUNITY

WORKSHOPS
The three Community Workshops as a part of the
Master Plan took place from July 2022 - December
2022. They enabled community members to par-
ticipate in the planning process and speak direct-
ly to the project team to provide there input about
current and future park needs and desires. Some
items mentioned by participants in the workshops
were not yet heard by other forms of community
engagement that the Project Team conducted.

Workshop #1: July 21, 2022
Location: Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
The first workshop was held on July 21, 2022 and
it served a s an official kick-off to the Master Plan.

The planning team presented an overview of the
planning process and initial inventory findings.

The participants were then broken out into small
groups to discuss the following topics:

1. Current usage of parks

2. General conditions of parks used

3. Overall satisfaction with park experience

4. Value you place on parks and park components

5. Your vision of the future park system
The Project Team presenting to participants at Workshop #1.

Workshop participants pointing out frequently visited park on a map at Workshop #1.

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The Project Team presenting to the Parks and Recreation Com- missioners at Workshop #3.

Workshop #2: September 22nd, 2022
Location: Mt. San Jacinto College
The second works hop was held on September 22,
2022 at Mt San Jacinto College to present the ex-
isting conditions analysis. The team then held an
interactive activity which included asking which
amenities residents want to see in the City.

The top four amenities the participants wanted to
see are:

1. Aquatic facilities

2. Amphitheater/outdoor stage

3. Walking trails/multi-use paths

4. Playgrounds/other play amenities
Participants were then asked to place on a map
where they want to see the top four amenities.

Workshop #3: December 1st, 2022
Location: City Hall Council Chambers
The third workshop was held on December 1, 2022.

The projec t team presented draft recommenda-
tions to the Park and Recreation Commission in a
public workshop setting at the Council Chambers.

The team presented the future conditions mapping
and findings along with a summary of the second
workshop activities and findings. The commission-
ers gave feedback and suggestions for the recom-
mendations on the project.

The Project Team discussing with residents about desired ame- nities they want to see at City Parks at Workshop #2.

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COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENT KEY
TRENDS
TOP 3 DESIRES FROM WORKSHOPS:

TOP 3 DESIRES FROM STAKEHOLDERS:

TOP 3 DESIRES FROM SURVEY:

Lighted Multi-
Purpose Fields
Aquatic Facilities
Pickleball Courts
Regional Sports Park or
Destination Park
Amenities at City Parks
(Playgrounds and Group Picnic Areas)
Adult Recreation and
Sport Programs
Trails and Walking/
Running Paths
Facilities to Support
Programs
Aquatic Facilities
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5 Future
Conditions
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FUTURE CONDITIONS AND EXISTING FACILITIES

ADDING NEW FACILITIES AND AMENITIES FOR

A GROWING POPULATION
This chapter analyzes Menifee’s projected 2035 future population and how its existing parks system will serve the future population. Looking at the City’s future projected population is an important part of the planning process because it helps understand how the current and planned park system will serve the rap- idly-growing City.

FUTURE POPULATION-BASED SERVICE ANALYSIS
This chapter uses 2035 Southern California Associations of Government (SCAG) population estimates and planned residential housing projects provided by the City to project the future population. This chapter also looks at data derived from the NRPA’s Agency Performance Review resource. While NRPA’s resources are not overarching solutions, they provide insightful metrics that can be useful with the Parks Commission’s aversion to NRPA comparisons. These guidelines are advisory, allowing the City to compare itself to others nationally. Using NRPA metrics and community input allows the project team to make informed and custom decisions that reflect the unique needs of the City in the recommendations section of the Master Plan.

Table 5-1 shows the future level of service for the projected 2035 population provided by the current park system, with the addition of planned future park projects. The acreage of planned park projects totals 68.92 acres. Several of these planned park projects are shown later in this chapter. The additional 68.92 acres will add to the future LOS, but the City will have 376.9 park acres in deficit to reach its five acres per 1,000 pop- ulation goal by 2035.

As seen in Table 5-2, the future level of service for the 2035 population shows that the City will be lacking in several additional amenities that it was previously meeting according to the NRPA Standards (national averages) for. This includes, but is not limited to, recreation centers, teen centers, nature centers, perfor- mance amphitheaters, community gardens, lighted multi-purpose fields, swimming pools, splashpads, ten- nis courts, and volleyball.

Although Table 5-2 shows some of these deficits based on the NRPA Standards, the team has further ana- lyzed and adjusted the recommended City standard based on findings from the community needs assess- ment (Chapter 4), national and local recreation trends, and recreation participation data.

CITYWIDE PARKS AND VALLEY-

WIDE PARKS (WITHOUT HOA

FACILITIES)

EXISTING AND

PLANNED

PARK ACRES

RECOMMENDED

STANDARD PER
1000 POPULATION
ACRE
PER 1,000

POPULATION
2035
TOTAL

SURPLUS /

DEFICIT

ACRES IN

DEFICIT
Developed General Purpose Parks
Mini and Neighborhood Parks 132.7 2.0 1.1 (0.9) 116.5 Community Parks and Center 187.7 3.0 1.5 (1.5) 186.0 All Active Parks 320.4 5.0 2.6 (2.4) 302.5
Special Use and Regional Park/Open Space
Special Use Facility 0 6.0 - (6.0) -
Regional Park Area 0 6.0 - (6.0) -
TABLE 5-1:

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TABLE 5-2: Future Amenity Level of Service (2035) Existing and Planned Parks Level of Service for 2035
Population
(124,567 Est. Pop.)
Existing City Facilities
Planned City Facilities*
Existing Valley Wide Facilities
Total Existing Inventory
National Guideline Service
Level (1/# pop)
Recommended City Standard
(1/# pop)
Total Facilities Needed
Total Surplus / (Deficit)
Indoor Rec.

Facilities
Recreation Center 1 0 1 2.0 51,265 51,000 2.4 (0.4)
Community Centers 0 2 1 3.0 55,136 55,000 2.3 0.7
Senior Center 1 0 0 1.0 120,062 120,000 1.0 0.0
Teen Center 0 0 0 0.0 152,714 152,000 0.8 (0.8)
Nature Centers 0 0 0 0.0 119,206 119,000 1.0 (1.0)
Outdoor Park and Rec Facilities
Performance Amphitheaters 1 0 0 1.0 111,226 111,000 1.1 (0.1) Basketball Courts 15.5 4 13 32.5 8,870 4,435 28.1 4.4 Lighted Basketball Court 10.5 2 4 16.5 8,870 4,435 28.1 (11.6) Community Gardens 1 0 0 1.0 66,341 66,341 1.9 (0.9)
Diamond Fields (softball/baseball) 4 4 17 25.0 41,829 20,000 7.2 18.8 Lighted Diamond Fields (softball/baseball) 3 4 7 14.0 14,429 14,429 8.6 5.4 Dog Parks 1 0 1 2.0 75,805 75,805 1.6 0.4
Multi-purpose Field 9 9 7 25.0 6,250 6,250 19.9 5.1
Lighted Multi-purpose Field 4 9 7 20.0 6,250 6,250 19.9 0.1 Pickleball 11 4 4 19.0 30,502 5,000 24.9 (5.9)
Lighted Pickleball Court 8 4 2 14.0 30,502 5,000 24.9 (10.9) Picnic Areas (12+people) 30 8 16 54.0 5,000 5,000 24.9 29.1 Playgrounds (age 6-12) 19 5 15 39.0 4,936 4,936 25.2 13.8 Playgrounds (tot lot/age 2-5) 16 3 12 31.0 19,978 19,978 6.2 24.8 Skate Parks/Bike Parks 2 0 0 2.0 103,438 103,438 1.2 0.8 Swimming Pool 0 1 0 1.0 69,051 69,051 1.8 (0.8)
Splashpad/sprayground 0 2 0 2.0 - 35,000 3.6 (1.6)
Tennis Courts 4 1 5 10.0 7,264 7,264 17.1 (7 .1)
Lighted Tennis Court 3 2 3 8.0 7,264 7,264 17.1 (9.1) Volleyball 1 1 2 4.0 22,250 22,250 5.6 (1.6)
Walking Path 15 5 9 29.0 - 6,000 0.0 29.0
Exercise Area 10 0 0 10.0 - 12,000 0.0 10.0
Restroom Building 18 3 10 31.0 - 10,000 0.0 31.0
Notes: * Planned facilities are to be completed in the next 3-5 years.

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FIGURE 5-1: Future Residential Land use with Existing Parks This map shows the existing parks in the City of Menifee and the 1/2 mile walksheds overlaid with the future resi- dential land use. There are several new planned develop- ments that will increase the population and create a need for more park and recreation facilities.

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FIGURE 5-2: Future Residential Land use and Future and Existing Parks This map shows the existing and future planned
parks 1/2 mile walkshed, along with the future
land use. There are 8 planned projects, adding an
additional 68.92 acres to the existing park system.

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PLANNED PARK

PROJECTS
Menifee is one of the fastest-growing cities in the
State of California due to various newly planned de-
velopments in progress. Several of these developers
are including parks on their project sites or paying
into impact fees for new park development. Below
are some of the conceptual park plans included in
these new developments and other planned parks.

Note: These plans are conceptual and are likely to
evolve prior to construction by the developer.

Legado Park Conceptual plan
Community CenterPlayground
Multi-purpose Fields (2)
Multi-purpose Field
Walking Loop
Legado
Legado is a large mixed-use planned development
currently in the planning process. The development
will include 1,022 new residential home lots on 216
total acres. It will also include 20-acres of commer-
cial land uses and a 26 acre detention basin. The
southwest section of the development is where the

12.88-acre community park will be located. Below is
a conceptual plan of the facilities.

Proposed draft concept of the future park includes:
» Three lighted multi-purpose fields
» Community center
» Playground
» Three mile trail loop around the development
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Cimarron Ridge
The Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan includes a net-
work of community parks, pocket parks, natural
open space areas and water quality basins.

Proposed draft concept of the future community
park includes:
» Soccer/multi-purpose fields
» Baseball field
» Restroom facilities
» Playground and tot lots
» Picnic areas
Cimarron Ridge Park Conceptual plan
Other Planned Developer Park Projects:
» Menifee Valley Sports Park
» Cantelena Park
» Menifee North Specific Plan Park
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FUTURE POPULATION
As part of the analysis, it is very important to also
examine the future projected City demographics,
vacant land, and future growth areas within the
City. This analysis can help determine the future
recreation needs of current and future Menifee res-
idents. This chapter highlights the future growth
trends and changes in the City’s residential pop-
ulation. These needs, deficiencies, and population
changes should influence the City’s park, recre-
ation, and trail planning through 2035. After 2035,
a new park master plan would be needed to ac-
commodate long-term future changes in the City’s
demographics.

The City’s growth rate has been on the rise for over
a decade and that trend is not expected to slow
down in the near future. SCAG provides several
resources for population growth projections for
jurisdictional planning with the City’s boundary.

However, to provide a more accurate future popu-
lation projection, the City’s actual active residential development projects were reviewed to determine
geographically where the future population would
be located and how many new residential units will
be added to the current population.

Based on the current active residential develop-
ment projects in Menifee, provided by the City,
there are projected to be about 6,000 new units of
housing to be built. The average household size in
the City, according to the US 2020 Census Bureau,
is 2.99 persons per household. This will add an
2022*

POPULATION

NEW UNITS
UNDER
DEVELOPMENT*

AVERAGE

HOUSEHOLD
SIZE
NEW

POPULATION

TOTAL CITY

POPULATION

ESTIMATE

AFTER NEW
DEVELOPMENT106,627
6,000 2.99 17,940
124,567
x=
+
=
additional 17,940 people to the current population.

The distribution of the new population is shown in
Figure 5-3.

The future population will be distributed mainly in
currently vacant areas and not much infill residen-
tial development is projected to occur. As Figure
5-3 shows, some of the new developments will
have new parks within them, but not others. The
new population in these previously vacant areas
will create a need for increased park acreage in
these areas, as neighborhood parks, as well as a
need for more community parks.
* City of Menifee 2023 Annual Budget
Southern California’s growing suburban development
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FIGURE 5-3: Future Residential Development and Future Parks This map shows the projected population of each
planned development in Menifee. It also shows the
planned park projects. As the map shows, many of
the new developments include a new park, includ-
ing many of the larger developments. The planned
parks will add 68.92 acres to the existing LOS. But, the planned parks still don’t add enough park acreage to
offset the population projection.

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FUTURE LEVEL OF

SERVICE NEEDS
The future LOS needs analysis is a study to deter-
mine which park amenities will have a higher fu-
ture demand. The analysis provided an adjustment
calculator to the NRPA Standards (national averag-
es) to determine a foretasted demand resulting in
the “Recommended City Standards” amount in the
LOS amenities Table exists in Table 5-3.

The adjustment calculator is based on three overall
areas: Trends, User Data, and Recreation Participa-
tion. The Trends data came from the following four

FACILITY / AMENITY
NEED

ADJUSTMENT
TRENDS

USER DATA
REC

PARTICIPATION
INDOOR REC.

FACILITIES
Recreation Center 0.57 HIGH V HIGH V HIGH
Community Center 0.70 HIGH HIGH HIGH
Senior Center 0.80 NEUTRAL HIGH HIGH
Teens Center 0.80 NEUTRAL HIGH HIGH
Nature Center 1.10 NEUTRAL LOW NEUTRAL

OUTDOOR PARK AND REC FACILITIES
Performance Amphitheater 0.90 NEUTRAL HIGH NEUTRAL
Basketball Court 0.80 HIGH NEUTRAL HIGH
Lighted Basketball Court 0.90 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL HIGH
Community Garden 1.00 HIGH LOW NEUTRAL
Diamond Fields (softball/baseball) 0.80 NEUTRAL HIGH HIGH Lighted Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 0.80 NEUTRAL HIGH HIGH Dog Park 0.90 NEUTRAL HIGH NEUTRAL
Multi-purpose Field 0.70 HIGH HIGH HIGH
Lighted Multi-purpose Field 0.80 NEUTRAL HIGH HIGH
Pickleball Court 0.73 HIGH V HIGH NEUTRAL
Lighted Pickleball Court 0.70 HIGH HIGH HIGH
Picnic Area (12+people) 1.10 LOW NEUTRAL NEUTRAL
Playground (age 6-12) 1.00 LOW HIGH NEUTRAL
Playground (tot lot/age 2-5) 1.00 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Skate Park 0.90 NEUTRAL HIGH NEUTRAL
Swimming Pool 0.73 HIGH V HIGH NEUTRAL
Splashpad/Sprayground 0.70 HIGH HIGH HIGH
Tennis Court 0.90 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL HIGH
Lighted Tennis Court 0.80 NEUTRAL HIGH HIGH
Volleyball 1.00 LOW HIGH NEUTRAL
Walking Path 0.90 NEUTRAL HIGH NEUTRAL
Exercise Area 0.90 NEUTRAL HIGH NEUTRAL
Restroom Building 1.00 NEUTRAL NEUTRAL NEUTRAL
TABLE 5-3: Level of Service Adjustment Table
reports or analyses: the 2022 Sports, Fitness, and
Leisure Activitie s (SFIA) Topline Participation Re-
port, the 2021 Outdoor Participation Trends Report
from Outdoor Foundation, ESRI Business Analyst
- Recreations Trends in Menifee, and a compara-
tive analysis of four other Southern California cities.

The user data came from the following four inputs,
Workshop #1, Workshop #2, Stakeholder input, and
survey input. The recreation input was analyzed
from the actual recreation program class numbers
and registrants numbers provided by the City.

The results of this analysis adjust the needs for
each amenity based on these input factors. The re-
sults of this adjustment to the LOS amenities Table
is shown in Table 5-4.

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TABLE 5-4: Future Level of Service Table with Adjustment LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR 2035

POPULATION
(1,222 EST. POP.)

EXISTING CITY FACILITIES
PLANNED CITY FACILITIES*

EXISTING VALLEY WIDE FACILITIES

TOTAL EXISTING INVENTORY

NATIONAL GUIDELINE SERVICE
LEVEL (1/# POP)

ADJUSTED RECOMMENDATION

MULTIPLIER

RECOMMENDED CITY STANDARD
(1/# POP)

TOTAL FACILITIES NEEDED

TOTAL SURPLUS / (DEFICIT)
INDOOR REC.

FACILITIES
Recreation Center 1 0 1 2.0 51,265 0.57 29,050 4.3 (2.3) Community Center 0 2 1 3.0 55,136 0.70 38,595 3.2 (0.2) Senior Center 1 0 0 1.0 120,062 0.80 96,050 1.3 (0.3) Teens Center 0 0 0 0.0 152,714 0.80 122,171 1.0 (1.0) Nature Center 0 0 0 0.0 119,206 1.10 131,127 0.9 (0.9)

OUTDOOR PARK AND REC FACILITIES
Performance Amphitheater 1 0 0 1.0 111,226 0.90 100,103 1.2 (0.2) Basketball Court 15.5 4 13 32.5 8,870 0.80 7,096 17.6 14.9 Lighted Basketball Court 10.5 2 4 16.5 8,870 0.90 7,983 15.6 0.9 Community Garden 1 0 0 1.0 66,341 1.00 66,341 1.9 (0.9) Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 4 4 17 25.0 41,829 0.80 33,463 3.7 21.3 Lighted Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 3 4 7 14.0 14,429 0.80 11,543 10.8 3.2 Dog Park 1 0 1 2.0 75,805 0.90 68,225 1.8 0.2
Multi-purpose Field 9 9 7 25.0 6,250 0.70 4,375 28.5 (3.5) Lighted Multi-purpose Field 4 9 7 20.0 6,250 0.80 5,000 24.9 (4.9) Pickleball Court 11 4 4 19.0 5,000 0.73 3,667 34.0 (15.0) Lighted Pickleball Court 8 4 2 14.0 5,000 0.70 3,500 35.6 (21.6) Picnic Area (12+people) 30 8 16 54.0 5,000 1.10 5,500 22.6 31.4 Playground (age 6-12) 19 5 15 39.0 4,936 1.00 4,936 25.2 13.8 Playground (tot lot/age 2-5) 16 3 12 31.0 19,978 1.00 19,978 6.2 24.8 Skate Park 2 0 0 2.0 103,438 0.90 93,094 1.3 0.7
Swimming Pool 0 1 0 1.0 69,051 0.73 50,637 2.5 (1.5) Splashpad/Sprayground 1 1 0 2.0 35,000 0.70 24,500 5.1 (3.1) Tennis Court 4 1 5 10.0 7,264 0.90 6,538 19.1 (9.1)
Lighted Tennis Court 3 2 3 8.0 7,264 0.80 7,264 17.1 (9.1) Volleyball 1 1 2 4.0 22,250 1.00 22,250 5.6 (1.6)
Walking Path 15 5 9 29.0 6,000 0.90 5,400 23.1 5.9
Exercise Area 10 0 0 10.0 12,000 0.90 10,800 11.5 (1.5) Restroom Building 18 3 10 31.0 10,000 1.00 10,000 12.5 18.5

PICKLEBALL

TENNIS COURTS

MULTI-PURPOSE FIELDS

SPLASHPAD/SPRAYGROUND
TOP 4 MOST NEEDED AMENITIES:

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FUTURE POPULATION

BASED SERVICE

ANALYSIS
A population-based service analysis was done for
future conditions based on future planned residen-
tial development provided by the City. Park pres-
sure is defined and a park needs assessment was
conducted.

Existing and Future Park Pressure
“Park Pressure” is a mapping study that analyzes
park size of existing parks in relation to population
density and quantifies how population density af-
fects parks by capturing the potential demand. This
study assumes that residents are mostly using the
park located closest to them, especially in regards
to neighborhood parks. This process was done by
using the park 1/2 mile walkshed around all public
parks and including the residential land uses that
fall within the park walkshed and the calculated
population. The population of each park walkshed
1/2 WALKSHED

OF EXISTING AND

PLANNED PARKS
2035

POPULATION

DENSITY

PARK STANDARD
5 ACRES/1000

POPULATION
was calculated to estimate the potential park us-
ers within the park walkshed. The acreage of the
park was then used to estimate the number of park
acres available per 1,000 residents within the park
walkshed. The analysis characterizes areas of the
City that either meet, failed to meet, or exceed the
population LOS.

Existing park pressure in the City is shown in Fig-
ure 5-4. The figure shows the areas with the highest
concentration of parks have the lowest park pres-
sure and the areas with fewer parks have the most
park pressure.

Future park pressure is shown in Figure 5-5. Future
park press ure combines the existing and future
planned parks with the projected 2035 City popu-
lation. The future park pressure analysis shows that
the areas with new development are going to have
increased park pressure, regardless of the new
planned parks to be constructed.

FUTURE RESIDENTIAL

DEVELOPMENT

EXISTING PARK

PRESSURE MAP

FUTURE PARK PRESSURE
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FIGURE 5-4: Existing Park Pressure (2020 population)
Valley-Wide Parks
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FIGURE 5-5: Future Park Pressure (2035 population)
This Future Park Pressure Map shows that many of
the areas experiencing new development will have in-
creased pressure, meaning more residents will be using
the parks, creating a greater need for more park acres.

Adding additional parks in the future would help offset the population growth.

Valley-Wide Parks
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POTENTIAL

OPPORTUNITY PARK

AND COMMUNITY

CENTER SITES
The City has several potential infill areas that could
be considered for a new park site. Figure 5-6 shows
both City-owned vacant land and privately owned
vacant land that City staff helped identify that may
be suitable for potential new parks.

Infill site “F” is a former HOA park that could be a
key area to help close the park gap in Quail Valley,
as identified in the park needs assessment. Site
“A” is currently a City-owned parcel and may be
suitable for a future neighborhood park. It is a 2.18-
acre parcel located off Goetz Road in Quail Valley.

Both sites “A” and “F” are key infill areas that can
assist in closing the park gap that currently exists
in Quail Valley.

Infill site “H” is a 1.6-acre area located behind an
existing Church in Sun City, north of Cherry Hills
Golf Course. Infill site “C” is a parcel that was for-
mally a part of the Sun City Golf Course. It is a large

13.7-acre parcel that could be a key location for a
potential community park to help fill the existing
gap in the Sun City area.

Infill site “D” is located just north of Gale Webb,
Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park and west of Paloma
Valley High School. It is currently five parcels that
equal a total of 24.4 acres. This is another opportu-
nity area for a large community park with commu-
nity amenities.

Infill Site “B” can be acquired by the City since it is currently on the County’s default property tax list. It is located on a steep hillside and may only be suit-
able for trail development or natural open space
because of the topography. Infill site “E” is a future
park site, along with residential units on Murrie-
ta Road and would fill a gap in this north-western
part of the City.

An additional community center opportunity in-
cludes County owned property next to the Menifee
Library (Infill Site “I”).

FUTURE

PARTNERSHIPS
In addition to the existing partnership with Santa
Rosa Academy and MSJC, the City has identified
several potential future partnerships with schools
and private facilities. The City will continue its joint- use agreement with MSJC to continue allowing
public use of its amenities with residents during
specific hours during the year. The City will con-
tinue its facility-use agreement with Santa Rosa
Academy to allow for use of the gymnasium and
other facilities for recreational programs provided
by the City.

MSJC Stadium Facility
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Key Infill Sites
The infill potential map shows existing City-owned
vacant properties and several existing private-
ly-owned vacant properties that may be suitable for
new park sites. Key infill areas are highlighted where
park infill is most critical based on the existing and
future park walkshed and current and future park
pressure. It is most critical in the future to develop
new parks where the existing park walkshed do not
reach, like in Quail Valley.

Evans Craig Phase
II
D
F Canyon Heights
former HOA Park
A Goetz Rd and
Juanita Rd
B
Hillside open
space area
E
C
Valley-Wide Parks
Valley-Wide Parks 1/2 Mile Walkshed
I
Proposed Menifee
Community Center
Site
FIGURE 5-6: Potential Parcels for Future Proposed Park and Community Center Infill Faith Lutheran
Church Property
G
Former Sun
City Golf
Course
H
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the preferred active transportation connections
since they are bicycle and pedestrian-friendly for
people of all ages and abilities, especially for trans- portation-based trips. Soft-surface trails can also
be used for transportation such as those at Audie
Murphy Ranch. Natural surface trails are primarily
found in the City’s open spaces.

Open spaces such as Bell Mountain and Quail Val-
ley open spaces offer hiking through an informal
trail system. These informal trails were created by
people hiking to reach the peaks, and heavy use
formed the trail network over time. A formal trail
can be found on Menifee Mountain where the Cross
Hike Trail travels to the peak of Menifee Mountain
with informal trailheads along Menifee Road at Al-
dergate Park and one at Simpson Road. While these
open spaces are not owned by the City of Menifee,
coordination between the City and landowners is
key to preserving these open spaces for public use.

For trail planning in these open spaces, specific
plans can be developed to help define a trail net-
work, identify sensitive areas, and develop mea-
sures to preserve natural resources and habitats.

Amenities that could benefit the City and provide
education may include interpretive signage, educa-
tional kiosks, and formalized trailheads. A defined
trail network can help discourage walking or bicy-
cling through sensitive areas and can help preserve
these resources. Programs such as interpretive
walks and school field trips may also provide addi-
tional educational opportunities.

Soft-surface Trail in Menifee

POTENTIAL TRAILS,

PARK CONNECTIONS,

AND OPEN SPACE
The proposed trails and bike facilities shown in Fig-
ure 5-7 are the proposed trails and bike facilities
identified in the City of Menifee Active Transporta-
tion Plan (ATP) that was completed in December
2020. It includes an extensive bike network that
recommends a total of 93 new bike projects which
equates to 183.3 miles of new bikeways. Many of
these proposed bike facilities connect to existing
parks, which provide an alternative form of trans-
portation to parks. Parks and open spaces were cri-
teria in the ATP for connectivity and prioritization.

Where feasible, the ATP identified off-street con-
nections to City and the public identified destina-
tions such as schools, parks, open space, retail, and
transit.

Previous planning efforts proposed a soft-surface
trail that would connect two Valley-Wide parks:

Lago Vista Sports Park and Hidden Meadows Park.

It would continue south along the eastern side of
Bell Mountain and end at the corner of Menifee
Road and Garbani Road. There is potential for an
additional trail along Menifee Road running north
to south across the City. Multi-use trails that can be
used for walking, biking, and sometimes equestri-
ans like the Salt Creek and Paloma Wash Trail are
Salt Creek Trail Crossing
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There are existing resources in the Menifee Valley
area that are unique and have great expressions of
the local geology, landform, and natural open space
systems. Most of the areas shown in Figure 5-7 are
likely to be under private control. The intent of this
planning exercise is not to restrict development or
interfere with private property but to understand
that large undeveloped parcels are likely to get de-
veloped. With potential trail corridors identified in
the Park, Recreation and Trails Master Plan, the City
could request, through a discretionary process with
willing partners, the dedication of a trail easement
or construction of a public trail system itself as part of the development.

The location of the trails and possible trailheads
shown are based upon existing visible trails or in
some cases, new trails needed to create a network
with loops and connections to existing trails. A sub-
stantial effort will be needed to identify the owner-
ship, development potential, parcel size, and likely
zoning or amended zoning requested for develop-
ment in order to determine the size of the devel-
opment and the level of the discretionary process
needed as well as a local shortage of trails, recre-
ation facilities, and open space. These conceptual
corridors and trailhead locations are a starting point
and are based solely on the undeveloped resourc-
es that would create a positive and healthy outdoor
experience and preserve the heritage, context, and
character of Menifee through some preservation,
stewardship, and access to these areas. When pos-
sible, existing parks and existing trails have been
shown as being better connected through these
conceptual trail areas. Infill Site B, identified in Fig- ure 5-6, is a great location for a trailhead and trail
connection to the North Canyon Hills.

In addition, park and open space connectivity can
be even more beneficial when these resources are
linked by non-motorized connections. These can be
implemented by the use of on-street facilities such
as bike lanes, sidewalks, and multi-use paths. While
the City’s ATP does recommend citywide connec-
tions, exploring trail connections through undevel-
oped parcels, easements and even reconfiguring
on-street improvements for multi-use paths can
provide a safe and well-connected trail network.

Examples include completing the Salt Creek trail
to the City’s eastern boundary and connecting the
Paloma Wash Trail to the Salt Creek Trail.

Paloma Wash Trail, a multi-use path
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FIGURE 5-7: Potential Park Connections, Non-vehicular Trails, and Open Space This map shows potential non-vehicular connec-
tions between parks, greenbelt loop, trails, trail-
heads, and open spaces.

8. Bell Hill
Area

1. Kabian Area

6. Mason
Mountain Area

10. Ram
Ranch Area

4. Menifee
Mountain Area

2. Kabian to Powerline
to RTA Area

5. Eastside Peak
and Creek Area

9. Southeast Creek Area

7. Paloma High
School Area

3. North Paloma
Peak and Creek
Area
Greenbelt Outside of Menifee Greenbelt Loop
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Trail Development Guidance:

1. The City should take a long-term approach for
trail development by identifying possible trail
systems that would benefit the public and help
to preserve the natural open space of canyons,
hillsides, mountains, creeks, and unique geo-
logic areas regardless of current ownership. At-
tempting to add trail systems in areas other than
publicly owned lands or public right-of-ways is
always challenging. It is counterproductive to
consider public trails on private lands that are
already developed or a series of small parcels.

Large parcels with development potential that
are next to or include open space areas should
be conditioned with trail development or recre-
ation in-lieu fees or dedication of easements.

2. Priorities for trails systems should include prox-
imity to parks , adjacency to residential popula-
tions and in areas where existing open space
with amenities such as rock outcrops, expres-
sive geology, wetlands, creeks, riparian areas,
hills, valleys, and peaks with views.

3. Trails should consider overall trail lengths with
that include multiple loop s and an overall net-
work of options that meet a wide range of abil-
ities. Daily exercise loops and connections of
hiking, walking, or jogging that allow a varying
range of distances, terrain, and access points.

4. Pre-planning for trails is not an infringement on
private property rights if the property is planned
for future development, especially if it is a dis-
cretionary action and needs to mitigate impacts
to the natural community by setting aside or en-
hancing some portion of the site. Often, develop-
ers understand the benefits of trail systems and
are often willing to work them into development
plans. Lack of planning for trails will result in lost
opportunities or disconnected segments of trails
and connections.

5. Trail planning should use overall corridors of
connection that provide flexibility for the agen-
cy or developer needing to decide on the best
locations in a development to build trails. Trails
should get priority to be provided in areas where
natural open spaces occur, connections to de-
veloper-built parks, or to other trails, schools, or
places of social gatherings.

6. Railroad corridors, excess right-of-way, flood
control channels and utility corridors along with
linear public right of ways can be used for trails
if the responsible agency or utility company can
limit risk, agency access and maintenance is-
sues.

7. Trails can be a variety of surfaces such as grav-
el, natu ral soil, decomposed granite, asphalt,
or concrete. Hiking trails can also vary in width
such as single-track open space trails between
1’-3’ wide; shared use open space trails between
2’-4’ wide and multi-use trail for bikes, runners,
and hikers between 10’-12’ . If surfaces are hard,
consider side trails for hiking or running of an-
other 4’ width.

8. There are multiple areas around the City that
represent opportunities for combining trails with
natural open space, mountains, peaks, vistas,
creeks that can connect to parks, residential ar-
eas, and other trails. It may take longer to wait for
development to occur, but in the case of Meni-
fee, the most feasible method of implementation
is associated with development projects. Other
public lands and right-of-way are also very feasi-
ble, especially with available grant money.

9. Linear trails systems can qualify as linear parks
if they include recreational amenities and unique
natural characteristics. Exercise courses, ad-
venture facilities, climbing, bouldering, balanc-
ing, zip-lines, equestrian uses, mountain biking,
BMX, pump tracks or other nature-based activi-
ties are amenities that can be included.

Open space hiking trails in Menifee
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6 Recommendations
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RECOMMENDATIONS

RECOMMENDATIONS THAT WILL HELP

MENIFEE PLAN FOR THE FUTURE
The Master Plan process allowed the project team to take a comprehensive look at the existing parks and recreation programs that the City offers. The Park LOS analysis and the needs adjustment LOS analysis, the community engagement process, stakeholder and focus group discussions, the comparative analysis, and the NRPA metrics provided valuable insight into prioritizing city-wide recommendations.

This chapter provides a guide and vision for how Menifee can continue to plan, design, and implement park-related projects and programs. There are a total of seven overall recommendations including:

1. Facilities and Amenities

2. Programs and Services

3. Administrative

4. Financial

5. Trails, Connectivity, and Open Space

6. Placemaking

7. Technology
Each recommendation has a set of distinct action items to help achieve the overarching goals of increasing the LOS, park distribution, amenity distribution, and quality of the park and recreation system. The Master Plan also provides timeframes for each action item. This chapter also provides guidance of infill opportu- nities in under-utilized areas of several existing parks and the amenities or features that can fit given ap- proximate size requirements. The chapter provides strategies to partner with schools to lower deficiencies and geographic distribution of neighborhood and community parks. Finally, the affordability of recreational programs and services, upgrading programs and service delivery, improving organizational efficiencies, and augmenting financial opportunities will expand and improve efficiencies of the park system. The general recommendations are further described in Appendix C and include capital operational costs, impacts, fund- ing sources, and timelines for completion.

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OVERALL RECOMMENDATION STRATEGIES

1.Facilities and Amenities

6.Placemaking

2.Programs and Services

3.Administrative

4.Financial

7.Technology

5.Trails, Connectivity, andOpenSpace
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FACILITIES AND AMENITIES
STRATEGY 1
A variety of different facilities and amenities at parks are essential to a person’s experience of a park. Park amenities like sports fields, playgrounds, courts, and picnic areas are typical but important elements for people to seek out. Park assets like benches, trash cans, and picnic tables allow users to engage in a park at a smaller scale. Maintaining the right balance between active and passive park elements is critical for the success of the city’s park system.

Potential future parkshed if all recommended infill
areas were developed as parks.

1.1 Consider improvements/inﬁll of City
owned Parks
a. Explore ways to add facilities at existing City
owned properties, focused on improving
Level of Service and mitigating park needs
in park-poor areas.
b. Reference infill opportunity maps for where
these opportunity areas exist.
c. Explore divesting from properties that may
not have a strong use in the future.
d. Create a phased plan for infill in established
parks and create Concept Plans for each in-
fill area.
e. Implement infill projects.

1.2 Include aquatic facilities (i.e., splash/
spray pads)
a. Find areas within existing parks for splash
pads or spray features.
b. Implement agreements with facilities such as the Drop Zone in Perris and increase public awareness in Menifee publications.
c. Consider joint use agreements with schools and other private facilities to help increase aquatic facilities and distribution.
d. Consider a city-owned facility that has aquatic features without duplicating facilities at the nearby Drop Zone.

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1.3 Address deferred maintenance throughout the City
a. Perform a facility condition assessment to determine necessary maintenance to bring facilities into good condition or to determine capital investment needs.
b. Evaluate the list annually to create priorities to be addressed and incorporate into the capital improve- ment plan.

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1.4 Improve the current Level of Service throughout the City a. Reference the infill opportunity maps in Appendix C and Infill Recommendations Table 6-1 for areas to address with level of service gaps within the City.
b. Review at the top five priority LOS amenities and implement. c. Refine the planning process to ensure developer-built parks are where they are needed and include the amenities that are likely needed including local park amenity shortages. d. Look at shifting developer impact fees into community parks that resolve local deficiencies and im- proves equitable distribution of parks.

1.5 Explore adding indoor facilities at existing or new recreation/community, teen, and senior centers
a. Find underutilized areas within the key growth areas of the City for additional indoor facilities, that can address indoor recreational programs especially for teens and seniors. b. Consider joint use facilities to provide more teen and senior indoor uses. c. Explore adding recreation facilities in areas within the City that show gaps. d. Develop guidelines that can help flag opportunities for park amenities and trails for areas not considered parks, but that are public ROW or unimproved public spaces.

1.6 Develop ﬂexible-use ﬁelds
a. Explore areas at existing and future parks for multi-purpose fields and open space.

Example of Multi-purpose Field
c. Consider CAPRA Accreditation to continue to
build a comprehensive management system
and operational best practices.
d. Consider outsourcing service repairs as need-
ed to meet the demand for deferred mainte-
nance.
e. Maximize energy efficiency and sustainability
(ex. recycling bins) in the design and construc-
tion of new parks, amenities, and major reno-
vations. Explore the use of green energy such
as solar panels in parking lots and buildings.

1.7 Provide multi-purpose courts
and combine court standards to
accommodate trends that support
more variety in court sports
a. Identify existing courts that can be converted
to multi-purpose courts with an emphasis on
Pickleball.
b. Prioritize multi-purpose courts in areas where
LOS is lacking.
c. Explore areas to add multi-purpose courts in-
cluding line striping for sports that are growing
in demand.

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High quality programs and services within the city’s parks and recreation system is a vital component of the Master Plan. They allow residents of all age groups and abilities to participate in a variety of different programs and activities. A broad range of programs and activities allows the community to stay engaged and keeps the parks activated year-round.

2.1 Expand programs and services
a. Consider expanding youth and teen programs.
b. Expand sports programs to include soccer, baseball, and girls’ softball. Continue to monitor sports program trends and interest.
c. Develop a recreation program plan that includes a service matrix, activity development and selection process, and other requirements found in CAPRA standards. d. Continue to offer and expand program opportunities for aquatics, indoor fitness, pickleball, and cultural arts.
e. Promote active lifestyles by enhancing and increasing aquatic exercise and fitness programs.

2.2 Explore more diverse programs
a. Explore classes that use the outdoor fitness and exercise equipment in programmable spaces. b. Use contracted instructors to offer enhanced fitness programming in parks across the City. c. Explore cultural arts programs.
d. Include young adults programs.
e. Increase and enhance programs for individuals with disabilities. Consider programmatic ADA inclusion requirements.

STRATEGY 2

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
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2.3 Enhance special event programming
a. Offer special events in different areas throughout the City that will contribute to a sense of community and help make each park the hub of each neighborhood.
b. Work with existing community groups for each neighborhood to assist with planning special events in parks.
c. Invest in a formal sponsorship program for events and activities. At a minimum, develop a policy and tools to assist staff with recruiting program sponsors. d. Enhance and offer special cultural events programs.
e. Explore creating a signature community event that could help develop the City’s unique identity as pro- posed in the City Council Strategic Visioning Plan.

2.4 Continue to work with other service providers to develop programs and services to meet demand and trends
a. Invest in and develop an automated and real-time sports field reservation system. b. Develop a joint use agreement with the school districts and ensure the partnership is equitable. c. Coordinate with local and City sports group recreation providers.

2.5 Enhance educational and nature/environmental programs a. Enhance the park ranger program that highlights nature interpretation opportunities (i.e., camp fire pro- grams, nature walks, etc.)
b. Develop partnerships with environmental advocacy groups to offer environmental education programs and camps.
c. Establish educational opportunities in convenient locations to promote gardening and local food pro- duction (consider ties with 4-H Youth Development Program). d. Collaborate with schools and educators to create outdoor “classroom” space in parks near schools.

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2.6 Continue to monitor affordability of programs and services a. Consider scholarship opportunities for students.
b. Evaluate non-resident program participation to ensure non-resident participants are paying appropriate and equitable fees.
c. Develop a resource allocation and cost recovery policy to ensure equitable use of City resources for recreation.

2.7 Expand indoor programs and increase opportunities for seniors, young adults, and teens at community centers
a. Offer additional enrichment classes for seniors, using contract or volunteer instructors to maintain af- fordability. (When a facility is multi-generational, various age groups can interact and help each other (i.e. book reading by seniors for children or technology help from teens for seniors.) b. Increase and improve Senior Center activities focusing on social services, social activities, transporta- tion and information and referral for healthcare and other services. c. Enhance and improve enrichment programs that offer development opportunities related to job skills, personal improvement, and academic success.
d. Evaluate parking opportunities at the Senior Center to ensure appropriate spaces are reserved and avail- able during program and event times.

2.8 Continue to evaluate the quality and mix of programs and services a. Develop a consistent and equitable manner of community member engagement to determine recreation desires and needs.
b. Ensure engagement processes include residents who live in the southern portion of the City. c. Conduct an annual on-line survey to establish trends in participant satisfaction. d. Expand patron evaluation process, adult sports and youth sports to include post program surveys and comment cards.
e. Establish customer service response goals to ensure patrons receive timely responses to complaints or suggestions.

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2.9 Communicate recreation opportunities to City residents a. Develop a marketing plan that includes outreach, pricing, promotion, program mix, and social media. b. Develop a social media plan that aligns with current trends and update continually. c. Enhance communication with the Youth Leaders of Menifee. d. Improve existing use of the City’s webpage to assist residents to remain up to date on recreation pro- gram opportunities.
e. Continue to use and enhance an equity lens when marketing programs, with specific emphasis on pro- gram promotion in cultural events.

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ADMINISTRATION
STRATEGY 3
The administrative elements of a park and recreation system are the “behind the scenes” operations that determine the success of a park, facility, or program. The administrative responsibilities range from how the system operates current lease agreements with other recreational providers or joint-use agreements. Other administrative items include staffing, volunteering, or management items. An understanding of how the City’s administration operates allows for recommendations for improvement.

3.1 Expand potential park amenities owned and operated by the City a. Continue to explore unifying Valley-Wide Parks into City-wide Park System. b. Evaluate land for potential purchase and re-purposing as parkland.

3.2 Improve partnerships and joint use agreements
a. Develop a joint use agreement plan with one or more of the school districts within Menifee. b. Look at strategic partnerships with organizations such as non-profits. c. Generate partnerships with organizations that can help with park maintenance and clean-up.

3.3 Staff appropriately to meet current demand and maintain established quality service a. Understand the need for additional manpower for maintenance practices at additional parks or upgrad- ed facilities.
b. Research additional staff resources and alternatives to the current staffing methods. c. Create new maintenance positions within the Community Services Department. d. Encourage staff certification as a Certified Park and Recreational Professional (CRPR) or Certified Park and Recreational Executive (CPRE) through the NRPA.

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3.4 Explore additional partnerships to assist with funding, volunteering, and marketing a. Develop relationships with local businesses, clubs, and organizations to seek funding, volunteers, and marketing support to expand programs and facilities.
b. Find volunteers to help operate and run programs.
c. Review current contacts with partners and seek out new public/private partnerships to enhance ame- nities.
d. Identify partnerships with other organizations that can provide additional programming space.

3.5 Evaluate and address stafﬁng levels
a. Align staffing levels with future park, facility, and programming enhancements. b. Identify current performance standards.

3.6 Improve internal and external communication about division activities, events and services
a. Utilize a number of marketing tools and strategies to actively promote parks and recreation services. b. Increase social media presence, school flyers, and hire teens or interns to assist with social media mar- keting and promotions.
c. Engage all segments of the community in the marketing efforts.

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3.7 Explore making the facility and park rental fee easier a. Review fees annually to ensure they are equitable and the collec- tion of fees is resulting in appropriate cost recovery.

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FINANCIAL
STRATEGY 4
Financial resources are one of the most important parts of having a successful park and recreation system.

It is essential to have a healthy and well-balanced financial system in any park and recreation system. This not only includes an understanding of how the park and recreation system runs on a daily basis, but how the city at large operates. A general understanding of other financial externalities helps to complete the picture of how the financial elements of the park system may be improved. The analysis of the current health and operations of the financial system allows for future recommendations on areas of possible savings and where funding may need to be increased.

4.1 Continue the implementation of an asset management system a. Implement an asset management system to manage and track equipment and inventory to improve budget planning.
b. Create and update a data-driven plan for identifying, evaluating, and managing park assets. c. Annually, inventory and create a condition assessment for each asset in the parks and recreation system.

Establish photo-inventory and GIS mapping. The inventory must include cost, installation year, and a life-cycle for each asset.
d. Complete an annual risk assessment to determine the cost of maintenance and operations, replacement, and consequences if each asset fails. Determine maintenance and operations cost at each year of the asset’s life-cycle (based on the level of service for each asset). e. Annually, incorporate data from the asset management plan and process into capital and operating budgets.

4.2 Explore additional funding options
a. Consider potential mechanisms to support and pay for operations and maintenance of parks and facil- ities.
b. Consider the potential support for bond referendum to fund multiple/capital projects.

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c. Consider internal budget and opportunities to ask/seek additional funding to support improvements in the maintenance and care of City parks and facilities to improve the standard throughout the community. d. Evaluate the non-resident fee structure and consider adjusting fees to ensure non-residents are paying the entire cost of programs, rentals, and activities they participate in. e. Review contracts with partners and seek out new public/private partnerships as a means to enhance the variety of recreational programs available to the community. f. Explore opportunities to increase Cost Recovery at City facilities. Evaluate current fee structure, ongoing expenses, and options for new revenue streams.
g. Continue to seek alternative funding source that includes donations, grants, and others forms of spon- sorship.
h. Communication with current sponsors and donors should be conducted on a regular basis to ensure their continued positive relationships with the City.
i. The Department should use the results of the fee study completed during the master planning process as a guide for exploring new funding opportunities.
j. Seek increased General Fund allocations to address recommendations from the Master Plan.

4.3 Explore opportunities to increase sponsorships
a. Build on existing sponsorships as well as pursue local entities to support events and a scholarship fund. b. Ensure all existing and future sponsorships are accurately portrayed in a signed sponsorship agreement. c. Increase community awareness of the existing Adopt-A-Park program. d. Establish media sponsors and multi-year agreements as priority.

4.4 Track grants and charitable opportunities
a. Consider contracting with a dedicated grant writer to research, submit, and track federal, regional, state, and local grants.
b. Consider utilizing professional grant writing resources to pursue grant opportunities. c. Continue to research, submit, and track federal, regional, state, and local grants. d. Continue tracking NRPA, CRNA, OGALS, LWCF, CRPS, American Trails, and Education in Arts webpag- es for grant resources.
e. Utilize NRPA’s Foundation Center for links to thousands of grant opportunities, grant education and train- ing.

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TRAILS, CONNECTIVITY, AND OPEN SPACE
STRATEGY 5
Implementing trail connections between parks and where people live allows residents to easily access parks while providing them with exercise and outdoor experiences. Survey respondents indicated that if there was bike or pedestrian infrastructure to parks, they’d be more willing to walk or bike to parks rather than drive a vehicle.

5.1 Coordinate with Public Works to follow recommendations in the ATP a. Implement Tier One and Tier Two projects from the ATP for connections to community and neighbor- hood parks.
b. Implement Safe Routes to School recommendations to provide access to neighborhood and mini parks near schools.
c. Coordinate grant pursuits aimed at Safe Routes to Schools that will benefit access to nearby parks.

5.2 Enhance connections and entries to parks
a. Identify corridors or areas where linear parks, additional traffic calming, and bicycle and pedestrian im- provements are needed.
b. Close sidewalk gaps and curb ramps within a quarter mile of parks. c. Incorporate park access recommendations into the City’s Complete Streets Plan Update. d. Explore off-street trails and other non-motorized connections between parks and open spaces. e. Coordinate with developers to integrate trails in future projects, especially if adjacent or near parks, open space, or an existing trail.
f. Develop an established trail system in open spaces for educational and recreational use.

5.3 Develop linear parks
a. Through the Complete Streets Plan Update process, identify corridors or areas where linear parks may occur and can be implemented.
b. Reclaim underutilized streets and/or infrastructure within the City.

5.4 Connect to urban trails outside of the City
a. Complete a feasibility study and implement the Salt Creek Trail east of Antelope Road to the City limits in coordination with Riverside County. This trail is identified as a regional connector by WRCOG.

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b. Coordinate the connection to the Salt Creek Trail west of Goetz Road with the City of Canyon Lake. This trail is identified as a regional connector by WRCOG.
c. Implement bike lane projects that connect outside of the City. d. Expand Paloma Wash Trail to connect to the Salt Creek Trail

5.5 Coordinate with Public Works to provide complete streets that include walkable and bike friendly networks throughout the City, especially those that lead to parks a. Encourage developers to provide walkable and bikeable infrastructure. b. Provide more protected bike lanes and bike facilities as recommended by the ATP. c. Provide more walking trails and close sidewalk gaps. d. Implement traffic calming elements on streets that connect to parks and schools. e. Implement enhanced crossing opportunities near parks such as curb extensions or rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB).
f. Encourage smart growth in areas that have adequate parks. If inadequate parks, encourage parks to be built by the smart growth.
g. Review opportunities to acquire land to develop nature based or natural open space parks. h. Conserve open space through continued stewardship such as increasing interpretive and educational programming.

5.6 Develop a comprehensive trail network
a. Identify potential trail systems that would benefit the public and help to preserve the natural open space of canyons, hillsides, mountains, creeks, and unique geologic areas regardless of current ownership. b. Prioritize and combine the trails system to be in close proximity to parks, adjacent to residential popula- tions, open space, vistas, creeks, mountains, and areas of social gathering. c. Consider multiple loops and an overall network of options that meet a wide range of abilities when de- veloping trails.
d. Map trail corridors that provide flexibility for the agency or developers needing to decide on the best locations to build trails.
e. Explore railroad corridors, excess right-of-ways, flood control channels and utility corridors along with linear public right-of-ways for trail feasibility.
f. Explore linear parks that may qualify as trails if they include recreational amenities and unique natural characteristics.
g. Develop a dedicated Trails Master Plan.
h. Upon identification of a new project, compare parcels with maps in Appendix E for possible trail devel- opment considerations such as construction easements or developer lead implementation. “City parks should
be connected and
feel like they are
part of a combined
system”
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PLACEMAKING
STRATEGY 6
Placemaking helps give public places an identity by creating a sense of place for the broader community. It capitalizes on the community’s character to help define a space. It creates opportunities in public spaces to bring people together and engages the community. Placemaking can be achieved in various ways. It is typi- cally derived from the history, culture, and heritage of a place that can be enhanced through art, vegetation, architecture, scale, and others. It is further enhanced through the interaction between people and the park elements. Community engagement and social infrastructure

6.1 Include public art
a. Encourage public art that’s representative of the community. b. Allocate areas within parks for art opportunities.

6.2 Encourage social interaction
a. Incorporate public plazas and gathering areas within the public realm. b. Provide areas for family gatherings and events.
c. Continue to create programmed activities that encourage social interaction (i.e., movies in the park, hol- iday events, etc.)
d. Conduct a Regional Event Assessment and Creation of a Signature Event.

6.3 Increase identity and relation of the local natural context and built environment a. Identify and bring out the history and culture of the site and City. b. Include informational signage that identifies the character of the park. c. Incorporate entry monuments or gateways into parks to aid in park identity. d. Extend the natural environment into the park and park uses into natural non-sensitive open spaces.

6.4 Enhance character
a. Capture unique characteristics of the City that can be incorporated into each park. b. Integrate park theme and character into features and buildings. Include placemaking at part of the re- view of future projects for integration.
c. Look to surrounding context and integrate into the character of the park.

Public art and parks add variety, character and interpretation for kids as well as for adults.

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STRATEGY 7

TECHNOLOGY
Technology is an integral part of people’s everyday lives. Technology can be used to the advantage of resi- dents and city staff to communicate with the community. For parks, technology should be leveraged in many ways to better the park and recreation system ranging from data collection to program announcements. This includes integrating the technology and recommendation from the City’s Broadband Master Plan.

7.1 Organize digital ﬁles and develop a Citywide GIS databases a. Work on a technology plan that establishes a digital record system for CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) files.
b. Continue to build the City’s GIS database for all of the City’s mapped data and build on the mapping from this study.
c. Work with the Menifee Police Department to collect and map crime data to monitor safety and public property damage issues.

7.2 Increase usage of security systems within the park system a. Develop a technology plan to increase security cameras. b. Prioritize parks where safety concerns and other major issues are mentioned. c. Increase the presence of park rangers and staff in parks of concern.

7.3 Update and enhance digital scheduling and facility management tools a. Research and explore digital scheduling and facility management platforms. b. Set up a digital workflow for park planning, budgeting and implementation as well as maintenance and replacements.
c. Explore a marketing and communications plan for customer/resident use of the system.

7.4 Include virtual programs, events, and activities
a. Research and explore platforms to host virtual events. b. Establish working platforms and share events with the community. c. Work with existing community center classes to incorporate virtual programming.

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SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS
Overlapping Amenity Gap Key Legend
Playgrounds Sport Courts Multi-purpose
Fields
Diamond
Fields
Community
Centers

POTENTIAL INFILL OPPORTUNITY AREAS
Figure 6-2 shows the existing amenity gaps in the City and the future potential infill sites for new parks.

Showing all the overlapping amenity gaps allows the City to prioritize what new amenities to add at existing park infill areas and key infill sites to prioritize development for new parks. For example, in the northern por- tion of the City, a major sport court and diamond field gaps is present where an existing park, Nova Park, and a future planned park, Cimarron Ridge Park, are located. To help fill this gap, the City should consider adding sports courts and diamond fields to these parks.

The City can also identify what amenities to prioritize and incorporate at new park opportunity sites. For example, if the key infill sites A and F in Quail Valley were to be developed as new parks it would help to fill a major parkshed gap. The City can use this map to prioritize what amenities to include in these new parks.

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FIGURE 6-2: Overlapping Amenity Gaps with Potential Infill Opportunity Areas This map is designed to show where the amenity-specific needs are within the community and the existing parksheds with the po- tential 1/2 mile walkshed of the potential new infill parks. These amenity gaps were identified in chapter three of the Master Plan.F A
G
D
H
B
E
C
Key Infill Sites
I
Overlapping Amenity Gap Key Legend
Playgrounds Sport Courts
Multi-
purpose
Fields
Diamond
Fields
Community
Centers
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INFILL AMENITY OPPORTUNITY AREAS
This Master Plan incorporates a thorough analysis of infill opportunity areas for each park site throughout the City. These amenity infill opportunities and areas are further analyzed in Appendix B. Figure 6-3 shows an example of Nova Park’s infill opportunity areas and Table 6-1 shows the potential infill amenities that could be suited for the infill areas.

TABLE 6-1: Infill Amenities for Nova Park Opportunity Areas FIGURE 6-3: Opportunity AreasExample Inﬁll Amenity Opportunity Map and Table from Appendix B
Nova Park
Area 1: 10,007 square feet
Located on the northeast corner of the park’s large
open grass central area and playground equipment
on the south edge.

Area 2: 5,556 square feet
Located on the southeast corner of the park’s large
open grass central area and playground equipment
on the north edge.

Area 3: 1,438 square feet
Located on the northwest corner of the park’s large
open grass central area with a shrub planter and
landscape drainage swale farther west.

Area 4: 897 square feet
Located on the southwest corner of the park’s large
open grass central area with a shrub planter and
landscape drainage swale farther west.

OUTDOOR PARKS AND REC FACILITIES TYPICAL SF AREA 1 AREA 2 AREA 3 AREA 4 Amphitheater 4,000-55,000
Basketball Court (92'x50') 4,700 ✓ ✓
Community Garden 2,000‐40,000 ✓ ✓
Diamond Field 40,000-80,000
Dog Park 10,000‐75,000
Multi-Purpose Field 40,000-80,000
Pickleball 2,500‐3,500 ✓ ✓
Picnic Areas 500‐1,500 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Playgrounds (ages 2-5 and ages 6-12) 4,000‐6,000 ✓ ✓
Rectangular Soccer Field 4,000‐75,000
Skate Park 4,000‐10,000 ✓ ✓
Swimming Pool 1,000-10,000
Splashpad/Sprayground 500-1,500 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
Tennis (60'x120') 7,200‐28,000 ✓
Volleyball (70'x40') 4,000‐16,000 ✓ ✓
Exercise Areas 500‐2,000 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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Thorough analysis reviewed various elements and geographic amenity gaps as shown on Figure 6-2, the amenity LOS deficits based on the needs assessment from Table 5-5, and the infill opportunity areas and developed recommendations for park infill within the City. Table 6-2 shows which amenities from the analysis are recommended for infill at City parks.

TABLE 6-2: Infill Recommendations Table

INFILL RECOMMENDATIONS

SUNSET PARK

CREEK VIEW PARK

SILVER STAR PARK

LA LADERA PARK

SPIRIT PARK
E.L. PETE PETERSEN PARK

LAZY CREEK PARK AND

RECREATION CENTER

MAYFIELD PARK

HIDDEN HILLS PARK

LYLE MARSH PARK

CENTRAL PARK

NOVA PARK
JOHN V. DENVER PARK

TALAVERA PARK
TOTALS
Indoor Rec.

Facilities
Recreation Center 0
Community Centers 0
Senior Center 0
Teens Center 0
Nature Centers 0
Outdoor Park and Rec Facilities
Performance Amphitheater 0
Basketball Court (92'x50') A1 1
Lighted Basketball Court 0
Community Garden A3 A2 2
Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 0
Lighted Diamond Fields (softball/baseball) A1 1
Dog Park 0
Multi-purpose Field A3 1
Lighted Multi-Purpose Field A3 1
Pickleball Court A1 A2 5
Lighted Pickleball Court A2 4
Picnic Areas A3&4 2
Playgrounds (age 6-12) 0
Playgrounds (tot lot / age 2-5) 0
Skate Parks 0
Swimming pool 0
Splash Pad A1 A2 A3 A1 4
Tennis Court (60'x120') A2 1
Lighted Tennis Court A2 0
Volleyball (70'x40') 0
Walking Paths 0
Exercise Areas A1 A2 2
Restroom Building 0
*Note: It is recommended that the water feature at Central Park to be converted into a splashpad.

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POTENTIAL FUTURE LOS SCENARIO
Table 6-3 shows a scenario future level of service amenities table if the infill recommendations on Table 6-1 were executed by 2035. Table 6-3 represents the adjusted recommended standard from Table 5-5 in Chapter 5. By strategically recommending amenities that the city is lacking according to NRPA metrics within areas that have an existing amenity gap, it has the potential to bring the City out of an amenity deficit and provide more access to all amenities throughout the entire City. Suggested infill only takes into account available open space and not current or future planned amenities. In addition, NRPA standards may not reflect local needs.

For example, by recommending implementing a lighted diamond field at Nova Park, the deficit would be re- duced based on the needs assessment from -0.8 to 0.2 and it also would fill a missing gap of diamond fields in the northwest of the City shown as in Figure 6-1.

Another example is the suggestion to include splashpads/spraygrounds at the locations shown in Table 6-3. By implementing these in the locations shown throughout the City it would lower the deficit based on the needs assessment from -3.1 to creating a surplus of 0.9.

TABLE 6-3: Future Scenario Amenity Level of Service (2035)

LEVEL OF SERVICE SCENARIO FOR
2035 POPULATION
(124,567 EST. POP.)

EXISTING CITY

AMENITIES

PLANNED CITY
AMENITIES*

EXISTING VALLEY

WIDE FACILITIES

TOTAL EXISTING

INVENTORY

NATIONAL GUIDE-

LINE SERVICE
LEVEL (1/# POP)

RECOMMENDED

CITY STANDARD
(1/# POP)

TOTAL AMENI-

TIES NEEDED

ADDED INFILL

AMENITIES

TOTAL SCENARIO

SURPLUS/ (DEFI-
CIT)
INDOOR REC.

FACILITIES
Rec Center 1 0 1 2.0 51,265 29,050 4.3 0.0 (2.3)
Community Center 0 2 1 3.0 55,136 38,595 3.2 0.0 (0.2) Senior Center 1 0 0 1.0 120,062 96,050 1.3 0.0 (0.3)
Teens Center 0 0 0 0.0 152,714 122,171 1.0 0.0 (1.0)
Nature Center 0 0 0 0.0 119,206 131,127 0.9 0.0 (0.9)

OUTDOOR PARK AND REC AMENITIES
Performance Amphitheater 1 0 0 1.0 111,226 100,103 1.2 0.0 (0.2) Basketball Court 15.5 4 13 32.5 8,870 7,096 17.6 1.0 15.9 Lighted Basketball Court 10.5 2 4 16.5 8,870 7,983 15.6 0.0 0.9 Community Garden 1 0 0 1.0 66,341 66,341 1.9 2.0 1.1
Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 4 4 17 25.0 41,829 33,463 3.7 0.0 21.3 Lighted Diamond Field (softball/baseball) 3 4 7 14.0 14,429 11,543 10.8 1.0 4.2 Dog Park 1 0 1 2.0 75,805 68,225 1.8 0.0 0.2
Multi-purpose Field 9 9 7 25.0 6,250 6,250 19.9 1.0 6.1 Lighted Multi-purpose Field 4 9 7 20.0 6,250 6,250 19.9 1.0 1.1 Pickleball Court 11 4 4 19.0 30,502 5,000 24.9 5.0 (0.9) Lighted Pickleball Court 8 4 2 14.0 30,502 5,000 24.9 4.0 (6.9) Picnic Area (12+people) 30 8 16 54.0 5,000 5,500 22.6 2.0 33.4 Playground (age 6-12) 19 5 15 39.0 4,936 4,936 25.2 0.0 13.8 Playground (tot lot / age 2-5) 16 3 12 31.0 19,978 19,978 6.2 0.0 24.8 Skate Park 2 0 0 2.0 103,438 93,094 1.3 0.0 0.7
Swimming pool 0 1 0 1.0 69,051 50,637 2.5 0.0 (1.5)
Splashpad/Sprayground 1 1 0 2.0 35,000 24,500 5.1 4.0 0.9 Tennis Court 4 1 5 10.0 7,264 6,538 19.1 1.0 (8.1)
Lighted Tennis Court 3 2 3 8.0 7,264 5,811 21.4 0.0 (13.4) Volleyball 1 1 2 4.0 22,250 22,250 5.6 0.0 (1.6)
Walking Paths 15 5 9 29.0 6,000 5,400 23.1 0.0 5.9
Exercise Areas 10 0 0 10.0 12,000 10,800 11.5 2.0 0.5 Restroom Building 18 3 10 31.0 10,000 10,000 12.5 0.0 18.5 Notes: * Planned facilities are to be completed in the next 3-5 years. ** This number is including the potential future Menifee Community Center on La Piedra Road and Menifee Road Gray lines indicate lighted amenities of the above amenity Item Title: 4.1
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FIGURE 6-4: Potential Future Scenario Park Travelsheds
The Future LOS Scenario Map shows the gaps in the parkshed that will exist after the recommended infill recommendations.

The City should continue to infill parks in the parkshed gaps so every resident in the community has easy access to parks.

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TABLE 6-4: Future Scenario Level of Service (2035)

POTENTIAL FUTURE PARKS LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR CITY PARKS AND VALLEY-WIDE PARKS (MINI + NEIGHBORHOOD + COMMUNITY)
Potential Future Park Acreage 60.49
Potential Future Park Acreage
(excludes golf courses and HOA parks) 380.9
Recommended Adopted Standard per 1000 Population 5.0
Acres per 1000 Population (2035) 3.1
Total Surplus/Deficit Acres per 1000 Population (2035)
(1.9)
Acres in Deficit 242.0
Figure 6-4 shows the potential scenario if all of the recommended infill areas were to be incorporated into parks in the future. The parksheds would fill in a greater percentage of the community’s land area; however, there would still be continued parkshed gaps in the southern portion of the City, Quail Valley, and the north- west. This deficit can be used to require greater contributions or construction of parks by developers. Devel- opment partnering will be the primary way to close this gap.

Table 6-4 shows the scenario if the recommended infill park sites were developed into parks. In this scenario, the infill sites total 60.49 acres and the City would still be 1.9 park acres short of reaching its goal of 5 park acres per 1,000 residents. The City should continue to look for potential vacant land to develop into parks in these areas to fill in the parkshed gap and come closer to reaching the LOS goal. Furthermore, it’s recom- mended to consider completing a needs assessment for the park system within the next five through seven years to recalibrate the findings within this report to the aforementioned recommendations.

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A
Community
Priorities & Needs
Assessment
Minutes & Notes
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City of Menifee Parks Master Plan Update
Meeting Date: July 21, 2022
Topic: Meeting Minutes
Meeting Topic: Workshop #1
Attendees
:

See sign-in sheet attachment

1. Current Usage of Parks
• Central Park is used for large events.
• Herit
age park (Valley-Wide) is used for (soccer) pickleball (some demand is being picked up in this park).
o Pickleball
is huge
• Centennial Park has great amenities overall.
• Quail
Valley (northwest) and northeast are underserved.
• Lots of parks along Newport Ave have high usage and are in the east/northeast portion of Menifee.

2. General Conditions of Parks Used
• Lack of lighting at some parks, specifically, La Ladera Park. • Central
Park is used for large events and has limited parking.
o Aldergate Park
(Valley-Wide) also has limited parking.
• Lazy
Creek is lacking amenities.
• Most parks close at sunset.
• Some parks
have flooding/irrigation issues.
• Heritage Park (Valley-Wide) had graffiti.
• Heritage park (Valley-Wide) is used for pickleball and could use more courts for tournaments.
• The vinyl
fencing at some parks is in need of repair.

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• Bathrooms are in poor condition at La Ladera Park and Aldergate Park. • Spirit Park
has vandalism. Need for secure doors and locks.
• The city has an app where you can report safety and maintenance issues. For Valley- W
ide parks, they forward the report to them.
o The city should do better at publicizing this app
• Play equipment with no shade gets too hot.

3. Overall Satisfaction with Park Experience
• Overall, most users are happy with the existing facilities at parks. • There are no splash pads or aquatic facilities in Menifee. They are only in HOA facilities. • Parks are lacking programs for teens and the youth.
• There are not enough pickleball courts for tournaments. • There is not an indoor gym/fieldhouse for activities like pickleball. • There is not enough shade at some playgrounds. The play equipment gets too hot in the afternoon and can burn children.
• Maintenance needs to address the flooding and overspray at some parks. • New park facilities need to address current and future density and provide new facilities. that people don't currently have access to, or will not in the future.

4. Value you Place on Parks and Park Components
• Parks are an important aspect of Menifee because they bring people together. • Residents value; Physical health, social health, mental health, and community health o Physical health through exercise
o Social health through interfacing socially or through sporting activities o Mental health through contemplation and passive activities o Community health and cohesion through sporting activities and events • Residents value pickleball, dog walking, picnic areas, walking paths (linear access), and activities at parks.
• Park accessibility is important to residents
• Parks keep people in Menifee, but it doesn’t necessarily bring people to Menifee.

5. Your Vision of the Future Park System
Amenities:
• Shaded play areas
• Shaded picnic areas without reservation
• Community gym
• Splash pads and pools
• More climbing play equipment (ropes, obstacles courses, climbing walls and rocks) • Frisbee
golf course
• Amphitheater
• Skateparks and pump tracks
• Pickleball courts (8+)
• Durable equipment
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Programs:
• Teen center/teen programs
• Youth programs
• More events at parks
• Swimming lessons
• Better marketing of city park events/programs
Access:
• Park in Quail Valley
• Large regional park
• Trail Connections
• Multigenerational parks
• Joint-use agreement to use school facilities outside school times • Parks (that) address the growing population of Menifee Item Title: 4.1
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Topic: Board Comments & Meeting Minutes
Meeting Topic: Workshop #2
Attende
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Board #2: What type of Amenities would you like to see in Menifee? • Top
4:

1. Aquatic facilities (5 for pools & 4 for splashpads)

2. Amphitheater/stage (4)

3. Walking trails/multi-use paths (3 for walking trails & 3 for multi-use paths)

4. Playgrounds/ play amenities (2)
• Others (# of votes):
o Adventure playgrounds (2)
o Park open spaces (2)
o Community gardens (2)
o Dog parks (2)
o Outdoor fitness equipment (1)
o Picnic areas (1)
o Bike pump track/skills course (2)
o Baseball fields (2)
o Pickleball courts (1)
o Rock wall bouldering (1)
• Mentions not on boards
o Non-sand volleyball courts (indoor)
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o Special needs playgrounds
o Marked hiking trails with steps and ramps
o Indoor gym

Board #2: Where would you put the top 4 amenities in the city?

Lots of
overlapping
parksheds here
yet participants
still want more
amenities here.

Talavera Park,
participants
want to see
more amenities
there.

Playgrounds
in Quail
Valley
Aquatic
Facilities
near Hidden
Hills Park
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City of Menifee Parks Master Plan Update
Meeting Date: August 9, 2022
Topic: Meeting Minutes
Meeting Topic: Community Partners Stakeholder Meeting
Atte
ndees:

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Question 1: What are the key recreation values in the community that should be considered while developing the Parks Master Plan?
a. Sports
b. Family Activities
c. Multigenerational Activities
d. Pool – Aquatic Facilities
e. Soccer and Softball Fields
f. Park and Field Lighting
g. HS starting 1 hour later now kids can’t start sports until 5 PM h. Splash Pad, Aquatic Play elements
i. Accessibility for Special Needs (walkers, wheelchairs) j. Inclusive Playground for wheelchairs (all abilities) k. Safety, where located and access to school sites (unwanted access) l. Heritage Sports Park is accessible, ways to get down to the fields • Lyle Marsh and Remington coming soon for accessible fields Que
stion 2: What would be the top 3 outcomes you would like to see from this planning process? a. Field Maintenance needs to improve
• Closure for 3 months to reseed not acceptable
• Will sprain ankles
b. Skill building activities
• Lifeguarding classes in town
• Bring people from outside to bring resources here
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e. Families moving here are young with kids, waiting lists for programs and sports f. Lack of indoor sport locations, community gyms for Basketball and Volleyball Question 3:
a. Sports fields so programs that are here have a place b. City should take the lead
c. Working with the ones that are already here
d. Safe place to play (fields)
e. Enrichment activities can work together (MUSD) and help it be known f. Summer Programs are great, expand throughout the year g. Keeping costs down so they can work with the organizations and paperwork minimized h. Sponsorships or Scholarships are possible but should be available to all i. Renewable Energy sources in the parks
j. Element of sustainability or adapting to the changing climate Que
stion 4:

Short
a. Maintenance of the current facilities we have now
b. Vision dependent on budget
c. Arts Council can help with programming more than painting d. Joint Use Agreements, MOUs to infill park amenities
• VW has one with Bell Mountain Middle School
• Pool at PVHS for summertime programming, potential JUA • Drop Zone Waterpark was built for Menifee Residents using tax payer funding Mid
a. Aquatics and Gym facilities
b. Filling in Park shed gaps in QV or Sun City
Long
a. Aquatics facilities
b. Regional Facilities
c. Public Transportation to those larger regional facilities d. Land next to Library – in process of transferring to City e. Heritage Park focused on Menifee History, Cultural Center Que
stion 5:
a. Little kids are being served well
b. S eniors are being served well
Que
stion 6:
a. Middle years
b. Teenagers, Teen Center
c. Young Adults – Currently an Adult Soccer League
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Question 7:
a. Valley- Wide has done a great job why should the City take over b. Should be collaboration between the two
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Topic: Meeting Minutes
Meeting Topic: Quail Valley Focus Group Meeting Minutes Atte
ndees:

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General Discussion
a. Expressed the interest to have partnerships with Kabian Park b. Me ntioned that the area is lacking in recreational sports fields and playgrounds c. Mentioned that aquatic facilities would be good throughout the community d. Expressed interest in a community center
e. Discussed the need for more senior and youth programs f. Discussed the desire for more shade in parks
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City of Menifee Parks Master Plan Update
Meeting Date: August 10, 2022
Topic: Meeting Minutes
Meeting Topic: Department Heads/Directors’ Stakeholder Meeting Atte
ndees:

Armando Villa City Manager
Rochelle Clayton- Assistant City Manager
Jeff Melching- City Attorney
Cheryl Kitzerow, Community Development Director
Jonathan Nicks- Community Services Director
Ron Puccinelli IT Director
Chief Fire Department
Lonny Olson- Fire Department / Division Chief
Edward Varso- Chief of Police
Nick Fidler- Public Works Director/ Engineering
Bryce Howell- Park Landscape Maintenance Manager
General Comments
a. Shi
ft the mentality of the developer from thinking of a development as a series of houses versus homes with all that comes with a neighborhood / community. Need to have developers think about creating a sense of place. New development is often mostly about houses instead of homes and communities.
b. Park planning needs to be front and center with community planning topics and resources. c. The City has over 30,000 future lots that could be developed. d. Lagotto specific plan has a good section on planning and design guidelines that focused on creating something more than just housing. The project evolved into a much broader and comprehensive plan, with paseos and trail connections to HOA facilities. e. Walking trails are heavily used and successful.
f. The Paloma trail needs to be expanded and connected more.

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g. The City could consider a water feature for the Paloma trail and more placemaking elements and more shade. The City needs to increase thinking out of the box.

Comm
ents on the Presentation
a. Add the new parks acreage to the presentation
b. Add miles of trails systems to include both existing and proposed Que
stion 1: What are the key recreation values in the community that should be considered while developing the Parks Master Plan?
a. Health is a very important part of recreation?
b. H ow can you make the parks more useable? Placemaking. Shade. More Amenities c. Fun is very important aspect of Recreation as well. Fun can come from making parks more attractive and using placemaking.
d. Parks should consider more culturally based themes.
e. Families are becoming more and more important in the community. f. Concentrate on useable spaces and parks.
g. Based on weather, waterparks, splashpads, pools etc. are needed more. h. First responders’ park / firefighters park should be considered. i. Sun City area has some homeless problems in areas that are a bit of out of sight. j. Drone racing and remote controlled vehicles should be a new use to consider. A remote control racetrack should be considered.

Question 2: What would be the top 3 outcomes you would like to see from this planning process? a. Better access
b. More programs
c. Better maintenance
d. After school programs
e. Improved shade conditions
f. Resurfacing problem areas (playgrounds, poor drainage fields, parking lots, paths, etc. g. Make sure that future parks are exercise / health support focused h. Consider parks for people with different abilities
i. Make sure that broader public has been engaged more. Much of the population is transitory and mostly recreate on the weekend and hard to get involved in these efforts. j. Active sports are important but passive facilities are needed as well k. When building new parks, consider integrating natural and cultural resources as features l. After the city incorporated many of the rural areas that were previously handled through the county and valley district, many of these areas have park shortages, but not generally shortages of active sports-based parks.
m. In the past, the mayor wanted to have a water theme park, but it was dropped when the one in Perris was developed.
n. T hink about small parks and small areas.
o. Small track for racing remote controlled vehicles might help where they can get more involved. p. Many HOA’s are being built to allow park lands to be open to all of the public. q. Some HOA’s have disbanded and will need some form or replacement or supplementing.

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r. Developers can provide some additional opportunities to create new parks that are open to the public and built by park poor areas.

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Meeting Date: August 10, 2022
Topic: Meeting Minutes
Meeting Topic: Joint Planning & Rec Commission Meeting
Planning Commission Attendees:

David White, Chair
Jeff LaDue, Vice Chair
Chris Thomas, Commissioner
Randy Madrid, Commissioner
Benjamin Diederich, Commissioner
Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission Attendees:

Scott Bangle, Chair
Thomas Giedroyce, Vice-Chair
David Foust, Commissioner
1) Key recreation values in the community?
Chris Thomas:
• Proper planning
• Focus on being efficient on using current park space and amenities • Variety of experiences
• Well maintained parks
Randy Madrid:
• Park systems that support important family and social values Thomas Giedroyce:
• There is unrealized value in our flood control channels and other natural lands that are not turned into parks, trails, or open space. Try to take advantage of flood control lands but need to test for feasibility and agency cooperation as well as adjacent landowners.

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David
White:
• Parks were a key driver for why he moved here as well as many others that have moved to Menifee.

Developers have done a good job of keeping up with the new population.

Jef
f LaDue:
• New to create some destination parks that bring in others to the city and might help the local economy.

Similar to the club soccer facilities known as Summers Bend in Temecula. The opportunity to build more of these active sports parks may need to look closely at potential revenue but probably needs to be in a regional park setting.

David
Foust:
• We need to support all age groups for family values and quality of life. This would include for supporting kids and teens more with fields, ballfields, aquatics, skateparks, etc. Need more lit sporting fields so that after school programs and team practices can occur more in the evenings when it is dark. To support the value of the various age groups, more Community Centers / Sr. Centers or Teen Centers are needed.

Benj
amin Diedrerich:
• We need to recognize the value of natural areas and open spaces that are common with a Regional Park.

Newer developments have added great new parks. Qual Valley, Sun City does have major shortages that are not supporting the elderly as well.

Chris T
homas:
• “Parks Make Life Better” cover which covers the values of physical, mental, and social health and well-being.

We need to look other more natural or regional parks to support more wellbeing and provide for more experiences than our current parks provide. For example, the County has a regional park nearby in Perris that they would like to pass onto someone else. This study should consider capturing these 639 acres of land by putting the area into the City’s Zone of Influence. Part of it may be BLM land. This should be analyzed. 2) Top Outcomes you would like to see from this park planning process? Chris T
homas:
• Clearly the City needs a pool or other water based activity center. A water park was considered at one time but since the City of Perris has one called the “drop zone”, the City of Menifee dropped pursuing an aquatic center under the last master plan, because of the adjacent facility. • An a
quatic center facility was run by the County Parks at one time (not sure what it was called or where). The center lost a lot of money. If you build an aquatic center, makes sure that you identify the true costs of construction, operations, management, and maintenance including life cycle costs for improvements. Splash pads are important and should be included here. Need larger event space areas, and dog parks. • HOAs
, according to a NRPA report, showed that 95% of those that visited a park couldn’t tell you who runs the park.

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• Should consider a wider range of unique uses and facilities such as pump tracks, rope courses or bike skills courses. Need more lighted parks. Need several water-based cool down parks. Community pool / aquatic Center is also a must for Menifee.

Chris Thomas:
• Need at least one or two Regional Parks. These are important for continuing to make moving to Menifee a great return. This will help Menifee become more established and desired to move here. • Need to look at Quail Valley as another area that is park poor that needs to be addressed.

David Foust:
• Lots of pressure on providing more Pickleball Courts and a Pickleball tournament area. Need more cultural celebrations to occur in parks such as in Heritage Park. • Need more connectivity in trail systems (Salt Creek and Paloma Creek). We need to absorb all of Valley-Wide Parks within the City boundary.
• Make sure that we accomplish a very equitable outreach effort for input on the development of parks and what facilities and programs should be provided. Youth input is problematic to get but would be useful.

David W
hite:
• City parks should be connected and feel like they are part of a combined system.

Rand
y Madrid:
• Seems to be going the right way.

Chris Thomas:
• Need t
o look at funding realities and provide direction with a focus on actionable items. Use good examples from other cities.

Scot
t Bangle:
• Valley-Wide needs to be addressed. Connectivity is important. Need to look at the pools and water based options. Include schools using joint use agreements. This needs to be looked at in areas where there are gaps wi
th no parks.
3) What programs need to be considered to be added?
Chris Thomas
• Have
not utilized many of the available programs. How well are they attended? Jonathon indicated that lazy creek programs have been tripled with the community center building improvements. The moonlight market has been well attended. The foody night is well attended. Even the more standard programs are well attended.

Need more indoor facilities to be added to support more programs.

Benjamin Diedrerich:

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Ra
ndy Madrid:
• Only have one sr. center. I would think that at least two more will be needed.

Ch
ris Thomas:
• Supports programs. Access to facilities should be a support provided by the City.

Davi
d White:
• Different groups are needed to look at different demographics.

Je
ff LaDue:
• Feels that the programs are very good.

Dav
id Foust:
• Great programs but need more community centers to support more programs.

Be
njamin Diedrerich:
• More programs are needed.
• Lo
ok at the Land next to the new library- County owns this extra land. Any County owned land should be looked at for possible City park facilities.
4) What is the Collective Vision for the City in terms of park and recreation facilities? Ra
ndy Madrid:
• Feels that the city has been working all three phases (short term, midterm and long-term). • Su
n City has been somewhat neglected.
• Ut
ilize existing parks better and joint use agreements.
• Sepa
rate the feeling that all citizens are equally served well by City facilities. There are certainly the haves and the have nots regarding access to parks and access to different amenities.

Chris Thomas:
• Not
afraid to use more money to build a better park system. Money comes to the City by people that moves here. High amenity parks will help the local economy.

Davi
d Foust:
• Important to be flexible. Some trends can change things quickly. Makes it difficult to plan far ahead with changing conditions.

Tho
mas Giedroyce:
• Don’t want to break out individual communities and need to look out for the city wide. Need to work needs into future developer plans.

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t Bangle:
• Needs to be flexible. Needs to meet the CAPRA standards. 5) Should the City continue to try to integrate Valley-Wide Parks into the City Park System? All Members:

All members confirmed their support. Keep pursuing bringing Valley-Wide parks into the city.

Randy Madrid:

Be able to answer the question first that this will provide better facilities and programs to the residents of Menifee and that the city will also be better served by this action.

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City of Menifee Parks Master Plan Update
Meeting Date: August 23, 2022
Topic: Meeting Minutes
Meeting Topic: Senior Committee Meeting Minutes
A
ttendees:

See sign-in sheet attachment
Question #1
a. Water features
b. ADA compliance, how can a whole family enjoy the amenities c. Dog parks are a high desire; however, some don’t want any d. More pickleball courts are desired, along with tournament elements e. Teen amenities and items (skatepark is the main thing but something on the east side would be good)
f. Soccer fields would be desired (additional space for tournaments) g. Parks should be lighted for evening play for both youth and seniors, lighting in general for security as well
h. Need additional parking, dirt fields are not adequate. Having parking close to amenities would be desired
i. There’s not enough handicap parking at Central Park and other parks j. Parks should be fun and multigenerational and accommodate all ages k. Consider rentable space for the park
l. Central Park meditation garden is very nice, and the kids enjoy going there to relax as well, areas to sit and meditate
m. There could be community pools and aquatic features
n. Multi- use parks, used for different purposes, unless it’s used as a sports park o. Many folks drive to Audie Murphy Park as it has various uses p. Nice to have walking paths around the parks, helps to bridge the gap with generations q. Safety should be considered as a value
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Question #3 - T op Three Priorities
a. Convenience, safety
b. Sports Park, family parks, multi-generational amenities in parks, ADA compliant, c. Parking, accessibility,
d. Consider a community amenities (stages, etc.), indoor activities e. Enhancements to the existing parks (more shade, water features, and elements to make it more useful)
f. Community centers, gyms, etc.
g. Material that gets used is very hot, consider other materials and shade Question #4 - How important are programs
a. Arts and crafts, tai chi, other programs to help build skills (wood carving, welding, etc.) b. Would be nice to have a community theater which could facilitate senior and teen programs
c. The City has great programs, College also has some other classes, center that can offer those classes in a fun way, there’s a lot of people who are retired and can use some facilities, adopt a grandparent
d. The City is a great City. They are doing great things. The amenities that we have to offer other cities don’t have. Veterans come to the City because it’s a good retirement community and they like the school system.
e. A wellness park could be a good amenity
Question #5
a. Would be nice for the City to accommodate multiple sporting events and tournaments (pickleball, baseball, volleyball, etc.). When building new parks that should be considered.
b. Because we are growing, we may need one large community center for all of the events.

We’ve outgrown the senior center for some of the events and programs. c. At the end of the courts just having a walking track (access is needed around the fields anyways).
d. Little League uses Wheatfield, Lago Visto, and Centennial only. Would be nice to have them all in one space
e. Can we bring food trucks to parks and have other events, central community center with other satellite centers
f. Some of the community spaces are limited in availability. It would be great to have. g. Senior Center in Chicago had after school programs and other features (more like a community center)
Question #6
a. City is doing a great job but focus is more on the youth, having classes and senior specific issues would be good (fall prevention, identity theft, etc.) but also consider other things like a night out
b. Food nights in the park is a great event (over 1k people). We could have more of these and rotate parks.

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