Completed: Sep 11, 2023
Parks & Greenspace Plan
Milestone timeline:
Parks & Greenspace Survey Launch
September 2023
Council Comp-versation with Parks Focus
Completed: Oct 9, 2023
October 9, 2023
Public Input Sessions
Completed: Oct 10, 2023
October 10, 2023
Survey Closes
Completed: Dec 31, 2023
December 31, 2023
Draft Plan & Survey Available Online
Completed: Aug 12, 2024
August 12, 2024
Public Input Meeting
Completed: Aug 12, 2024
August 12, 2024
Draft Survey Closes
Completed: Aug 25, 2024
August 25, 2024
Plan Adoption
Completed: Nov 7, 2024
Fall 2024
The City of Hendersonville is developing a citywide parks and greenspace plan that will offer a vision and roadmap for a park and greenspace system that serves all people in Hendersonville, with a focus on equity and resilience.
What is most important to you as the City plans for future parks and greenspaces? What opportunities should the City explore as it plans for the next 20 years? 100 years? Hearing from you will help make sure the final product is a community-driven plan.
Parks & Greenspace Public Input Meeting
Join City of Hendersonville Public Works staff and consultants with Design Workshop for a public input meeting to give feedback on the City’s Park & Greenspace Plan!
When: August 12th from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Henderson County Public Library - 301 N. Washington Street
There will be a short presentation followed by a Q&A session.
What is the Parks and Greenspace Master Plan?
The City of Hendersonville is updating our Parks and Greenspace Master Plan. This plan will guide the Parks Department and distill the vision for future Parks, Greenways, and Greenspaces. It will prioritize the Parks Department’s funding and resources, review staffing, and determine where and what types of parks, greenspaces, and greenways will be needed in Hendersonville for the next 50 years. The original plan was produced and adopted by City Council in 2011. This update is currently underway and is expected to be adopted in fall 2024.
How can I help?
We need your input and opinions on how our parks and greenspaces should look and function in the future. You can fill out the surveys offered throughout the process. You can also attend a public input meeting or stop by one of our tents and tables at various events. Please spread the word!
When will the plan take effect?
We anticipate the plan will be adopted in the fall of 2024.
Will the plan include Greenways?
Yes!
Will the city start providing sports programming?
No, City Council has chosen to focus on providing parks, passive green space, greenways, facilities and amenities. The Henderson County Parks and Recreation Department does a fantastic job with organized leagues and the city does not intend to duplicate programming at this time.
Will the Parks and Greenspace Master Plan become part of the 2045 Comprehensive plan?
Yes, it will likely be an appendix. The Gen H Comprehensive Plan has many components that are also related to parks and greenspace.
Is there a contractor leading the project?
Yes, DesignWorkshop is the consultant firm hired to lead this planning effort.
Does the city have a committee of community representatives to help guide the plan?
Yes, we have compiled a myriad of community leaders to represent different groups within the city. As an advisory group, and project ambassadors, members will provide guidance and high-level perspective throughout the life of the project on key themes, challenges and opportunities for the plan. The Committee will work collaboratively with the project team to review the community needs assessment and offer input and differing viewpoints on preliminary recommendations.
Who do I contact if I have questions about the plan?
You can contact Mark Stierwalt, Superintendent of Public Works (Building, Parks and Cemetery) at mstierwalt@hvlnc.gov 828-697-3084.
Project Manager:
Mark Stierwalt
Parks & Greenspace Plan Project Manager
Superintendent of Public Works
Buildings, Parks, and Cemetery
(828) 697-3084