 Stearns Park (photo by jhy) |
from a news article in the Ludington Daily News (subscription required)
Every five years, the city of Ludington renews its recreation plan. The draft for 2026-2030 has recently been released, and the focus is on resident engagement, accessibility and environmental concerns.
More than 300 responses were received from residents this summer. Survey results show that Stearns Park (Ludington beach) is the most used park with 21% of responders saying they use that park. However, Waterfront Park (the concert venue), Rotary Park (by House of Flavors), and Cartier Park (dog park and hiking trail) are not far behind. Not surprisingly, Leveaux Park came in dead last, but its purpose is not recreation, but beautification with gardens tended by the Mason County Garden Club. It has no facilities.
The desires of the public are for more accessibility, more hiking and bicycling pathways, more pickleball courts, and environmental protection for the Lake Michigan shoreline.
The article details specifics, park by park. A number of these requests are already in the plans, and only need to be updated into the next five years.
City recreation sites have been scored for ADA standards, and overall, the facilities received mid-range scores. The city has said that applying universal design principles will be a priority.
New entries in the 2026-2030 plan are for invasive species control, tree replacement, and shoreline erosion protection.
The four stated goals of the plan are:
1. Provide safe spaces for healthy recreation.
2. Promote active living and walkability
3. Expand recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities.
4. Preserve public access to waterfront and natural areas.
There is a 30-day public review period. See link to read and respond.
See the draft recreation plan and send email responses to htykoski@ci.ludington.mi.us before December 3
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