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Future Blackwood Farm Park—Master Plan Report Adopted March 3, 2011 <br /> 7. In keeping with green energy, self-sufficiency and environmental <br /> education themes, future buildings at the park should use "green <br /> building" standards. The potential exists for educational exhibits <br /> on the uses of sustainable energy, which was a foregone <br /> conclusion on 19th century farms such as the Blackwood Farm. <br /> 8. A pedestrian crossing for NC 86 is important for visits from <br /> neighboring New Hope Elementary School (and nearby Stanback <br /> Middle School) and the potential co-use of facilities (parking, etc). <br /> NCDOT should be asked to further investigate the potential for a <br /> pedestrian crossing for NC 86, which would help with parking for <br /> large events and safety for school children. Off-site connectivity <br /> between the schools is also 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 heritage <br /> of the site as a part of the park experience, which could include <br /> exhibits about the County's agricultural heritage, areas for <br /> demonstration of agricultural practices, and community gardens. <br /> 11. The County should continue to have dialogue with both school <br /> systems about the potential for working together on educational <br /> 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 /> 11 <br />