outdoor track (the largest section of the property) will remain largely the same with field improvements, bathrooms, better trash and grass management and a more welcoming perimeter fence line.
Green Space · 55 votes as a priority topic Preserving usable green space is one of the community's clearest priorities, and it is a central focus of the design work ahead. Atlanta Track Club is committed to minimizing green-space loss and to evaluating approaches — green roofs, recreation above or below structured parking, buffering, tree preservation, and reduced surface parking — that could preserve or even expand accessible green. The specific approach will be shaped through the design process and continued community input; these questions and ideas are exactly the kind of input that work will draw on. Has the team considered architecture that creates or replaces green space — green roofs, recreation above parking, field turf, or green uses on the facility roof — rather than eliminating open space? — a Summerhill resident (townhomes) Question [Asked aloud] A. Environmental responsibility is a significant component of the vision for this development - aligned with the Track Club's focus on a healthy Atlanta. The design team confirmed high sustainability goals and will evaluate green roofs, building massing, pulling the center and parking area away from residences, buffering along Connally, alternative parking, and preserving open space. No specific solution has been selected just yet. Source: the meeting minutes Are there plans to provide additional green space nearby to replace what's lost, particularly recreational space? — a resident Question [Submitted via app] Replacing and, where possible, expanding usable recreational green space is a stated design goal; specific commitments will come through the design process. How many trees does the plan require removing? — a resident Question [Submitted via app] A tree survey and preservation plan are part of the due-diligence work; a specific count is not yet available. Preserving existing canopy where practical is a stated objective. Will the nearby children's playground be torn down? Can a play area be incorporated into the new plan? — a resident Question [Submitted via app] Phoenix II Park (which includes the playground) is City of Atlanta property and not directly impacted by the Track Club’s project. The Track Club does envision working with the City of Atlanta and ONS to help make these two properties feel contiguous and connected for the neighborhood. The Track Club does not suggest nor support the removal of the children’s playground there. How will the heavily-used playground off Martin Street stay accessible and safe from increased traffic? — a resident Question [Submitted via app] Maintaining safe access to existing recreation is a design priority and will be addressed through the site and traffic planning. The Track Club now recognizes, based on feedback received, that access to parking from Martin Street needs to be revaluated to ensure safe operation of the playground there. Will the fence around the park remain? If so, why? — a resident Question [Submitted via app] Atlanta Track Club has discussed reduced or more visually appropriate fencing and improved access on the Cheney and McGill portions of the property. Can you clarify the current protection status of the existing green space (is it protected public parkland)? — a resident Question [Submitted via app] The project site is Atlanta Public Schools property; Phoenix II Park is separate City of Atlanta parkland and not part of the Club’s contemplated development. Atlanta Track Club can provide a clear map of what is and isn't part of the proposed site once surveys have been completed.
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