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This plan section underscores that parks, open space and
Goals recreation facilities are an essential part of a healthy and
sustainable community, offering relaxation and exercise
RA GOAL 1: outside of the home and work, and beyond school
activities. Much like streets, utilities, and police and fire
Many choices among leisure activities for protection, parks are integral parts of any municipality
residents and visitors, that are accessible – and often among the public services most valued by
and available to all ages and interests. residents and also enjoyed by visitors. All aspects of this
Master Plan shape the livability of Northville Township,
RA GOAL 2: but this final plan section especially reinforces the quality
of life its residents enjoy.
Ubiquitous access to pathways and green
spaces for passive and active recreational Legacy of Past Planning
activities, to support healthy lifestyles for
Township youth and adults. Among various other topics, the previous Northville
Township Master Plan (2007) touched on the importance
RA GOAL 3: of the Township’s natural features, ecosystems, open
space and organized recreational opportunities especially
A continued sense of community that as they increase the livability of the community. Themes
encompasses the City of Northville’s still relevant include:
traditional downtown, the Township’s parks, – Protecting existing natural features such as woods,
pathways and other amenities, and the creeks and wetlands, for the enjoyment of current
year-round events that bring the Northville and future residents;
community together. – Preserving quality open space for passive and active
enjoyment, and ensuring a geographically balanced
distribution of these spaces in new and existing
development;
– Encouraging, and in some cases requiring, new
development to incorporate meaningful open space;
– Partnering with key organizations, such as Wayne
County, to ensure the maintenance of existing
amenities, such as parks and trails;
– Working with Northville Public Schools to evaluate
existing recreational facilities; and
– Increasing the network of pathways that connect
residents to and through the Township.
Key Planning Issues and
Considerations
Through the Northville Township Today Report and the
Plan Direction phase of this master planning effort, a set
of six strategic items was identified based on input from
the Master Plan Steering Committee (SC), joint workshops
with Township Trustees and appointed officials, in-
person and online community engagement activities,
conversations with numerous staff, and consultant team
input. Two of the six strategic items are most relevant to
the Recreation and Amenities portion of the Master Plan:
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