Marcus Hook Mini-Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan
Marcus Hook Mini-Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan
On July 10, 2023 the fourth draft of the Mini-Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan was presented to the Mayor and Council. Following the receipt of any comments or recommendations from Council, the Plan will be adopted. The schedule shows the adoption of the Plan will be on Council’s agenda for the August 7th Council meeting.
A copy of the Plan is available for viewing at the Marcus Hook Municipal Office Building located at 1111 Market Street, Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, and Friday 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM.
The purpose of this study is to focus on municipal strategy with identification of items that fit into the Delaware County 2035 Open Space, Recreation and Greenway Plan Goals. These include open space conservation, identification of important trail connections, park improvements and maintenance, with emphasis on green space conservation. Major end products of this effort will be a written report with an executive summary.
The recommendations to be brought forward will cover some of the following areas: park lands and facilities, open space and natural resource conservation, a five-year capital improvement program, street tree planting and maintenance, projected park maintenance needs, operating funds and revenue sources for the parks, recreation, and open space budget, the municipality’s role in the provision of recreation programs and services, and a five-year action plan.
Borough Council selected the firm of Thomas Comitta Associate to prepare the plan. Marcus Hook was awarded a maximum grant in the amount of $42,750 from the second round of the Delaware County Green Ways Municipal Grant program to cover the full cost of the plan.
The project consultant has met with the project Study Committee eight times. There have been two public meetings and key person interviews have been conducted.