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Board reviews new wayfinding designs and budgets for park signs; installation planned for November
Summary
Staff presented proofs from Ellet Signs for trail and pedestrian wayfinding, including ADA-informed content; the board was told 24 signs were procured for just under $35,000 and that an installation is planned for November, with next-year funds earmarked for Southgate Park.
At its Sept. 4 meeting the Green City Parks and Recreation Board reviewed final proofs for park wayfinding and pedestrian signage produced by Ellet Signs and discussed placement, ADA content and phased budgeting.
Michael Griggs, board member, walked the group through the packet, describing a trail identification sign for Bettler Park: “This is what our Bettler Park Trail 1.2 mile loop, veil ID sign would look like,” he said, and noted the office expects two placements within the park. Staff emphasized that ADA guidelines favor describing trail surface and slope rather than only listing distance.
Board members asked how pavilions and trailheads would be labelled. Rachel Richards, board member, asked whether pavilions and Willadale Trail would be labeled so visitors know they have arrived; staff confirmed pavilion names will appear on park information signs and that icons will communicate rules such as leash requirements and no-smoking areas. Staff also said the current procurement covered 24 signs at just under $35,000 and that a separate $30,000 line next year will target Southgate Park signage.
Staff said pedestrian and vehicle directional signs are on track for production next month, with installation expected in November. The board raised no objections to the color palette, which staff described as navy with a country red accent and neon-green highlights; staff offered to bring color swatches to a future meeting.
No formal action was taken; staff will proceed with production and the scheduled installation plan.
