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17 <br /> principles) and utilized as a feature of the park, perhaps with <br /> an "overlook." <br /> 7. In keeping with green energy, self-sufficiency and <br /> environmental education themes, future buildings at the park <br /> should use "green building" standards. The potential exists for <br /> educational exhibits on the uses of sustainable energy, which <br /> was a foregone conclusion on 19th century farms such as the <br /> Blackwood Farm. <br /> 8. A pedestrian crossing for NC 86 is important for visits from <br /> neighboring New Hope Elementary School (and nearby <br /> Stanback Middle School) and the potential co-use of facilities <br /> (parking, etc). NCDOT should be asked to further investigate <br /> the potential for a pedestrian crossing for NC 86, which would <br /> help with parking for large events and safety for school <br /> children. Off-site connectivity between the schools is also <br /> important. <br /> 9. The historic Chapel Hill-Hillsborough Road is an asset for the <br /> park and should be protected and incorporated into the park. <br /> 10. The park should retain the agricultural and horticultural <br /> heritage of the site as a part of the park experience, which <br /> could include exhibits about the County's agricultural heritage, <br /> areas for demonstration of agricultural practices, and <br /> community gardens. <br /> 11. The County should continue to have dialogue with both school <br /> systems about the potential for working together on <br /> educational opportunities at the site. <br /> 12. The site's location offers a chance to site and create a Nature <br /> Center, with outdoor classrooms and interpretive trails. <br /> 12 <br />