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38 <br /> Renovations of Existing Facilities—Priorities <br /> • Pave/repair park entry road <br /> • Repave existing ADA paved walking loop trail <br /> • Replace existing 15-year-old playground <br /> • Build or renovate existing maintenance building �r <br /> New Improvements—Priorities <br /> • Trail improvements(interpretive trail, Pack House, E <br /> overlooks) <br /> • Create new and improve existing pollinator habitat <br /> • Develop natural play area s f r <br /> • New/expanded ADA accessible paved trailZ. � - <br /> .. a� <br /> The items addressed in this master plan will likely needy <br /> to be implemented at a gradual pace as funding and <br /> V�staffing allows. There is a wide range of improvements <br /> and renovations that will take place at Little River Park <br /> over the next 20 years,and by developing a multi- <br /> prong and phased process to handle both the improve- <br /> ments desired by the public and the routine mainte- <br /> nance and renovations needed,park staff can better <br /> plan and budget to meet these needs. <br /> The implementation of this master plan should also <br /> include a close look at outside funding opportunities, <br /> including grants and donations.The leveraging of <br /> county funds,when approved,with grants from entities <br /> such as the NC Parks and Recreation Trust Fund, NC <br /> Recreational Trails Program and other sources is one <br /> possibility. <br /> The support of both counties'governing bodies in <br /> funding park operations has allowed Little River Park <br /> to thrive and offer a unique recreation opportunity for <br /> residents.Future renovations,expansions,and increas- <br /> es in operating costs will be,as always,contingent on <br /> the budget and capital funding capabilities of the two <br /> counties. <br /> Relationships with local clubs, like the Trailheads and <br /> TORC,who use the park and have provided substantial <br /> donations that benefit all users should continue to be <br /> fostered. Donations by the local running club have <br /> allowed the park staff to purchase a wide range of <br /> equipment benefiting the park. <br /> 26 Little River Regional Park&Natural Area Master Plan <br />