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103 Study" from the master plan. • Helping to publicize and advise on the opening of Blackwood Farm Park in early- spring 2015. • Participating and providing input on the State's Mountains to Sea Trail Master Plan effort in 2015. • Advising staff on plans to implement RiverPark improvements in 2015 -16. • Working to complete a new concept plan for Millhouse Road Park, or other future County parks as directed by the Board of Commissioners • Revisions needed to bring the Parks and Recreation chapter of the Code of Ordinances up to date. • Consider a support system for recreation activities, including a proposal to create the Friends of Parks, Recreation and Open Space group. • Continued advice and reports on park operation and recreation programming. • Assessing the potential for a disc golf course (and volunteer assistance with the creation of same) at County parks, possibly at Blackwood Farm Park. What are the concerns or emerging issues your board has identified for the upcoming year that it plans to address, or wishes to bring to the Commissioners' attention? Two of the "Issues for Further Study" from the Master Plan appear to warrant further investigation in 2015, and the Council would offer its services to work with staff on these matters with BOCC concurrence: • Further explore the public swimming pool (and swim programs) interest that was expressed in the Master Plan surveys; and • Developing a comprehensive strategy for Orange County community centers — including definition of what a center should be, desired level of service, and potential to accelerate additional usage. Based on feedback received, develop a plan to conduct a statistical random - sample follow -up survey for residents in Bingham Township on interests and desires for the planned future Bingham District Park. • Examine the potential for primitive camping at County parks.