Why Update Ann Morrison Park?

Through th e Yea rs : Ye s t e rd a y, To d a y, To m o r ro w

Smoke Free Zone

Smoking is prohibited on the Greenbelt and all other city parks
(except for designated areas in Julia Davis and Ann Morrison parks).

Boise River Greenbelt

Historical Education Project
As it traverses the valley, the Boise River Greenbelt
becomes a four-season classroom for learning about the
areas diverse cultural and environmental past. Look for
a series of historic signs that teach us about the Native
American presence in the area, Chinese gardens, early air
service, the Davis apple orchards, the founding of Boise
Cascade and much more. Originally installed in 1990 for the
states centennial celebration, the signs were refurbished in
2013 for the City of Boises 150-year anniversary.

THE RIBBON OF JEWELS

The Ribbon of Jewels is a series of parks along the Boise River
Greenbelt deeded to the city by families and named for the families
esteemed matriarchs.
Ann Morrison Park was developed and then deeded to the City of
Boise by the Harry W. Morrison Foundation on June 7, 1959. The
153-acre park has served as a place of beauty, rest and recreation
for generations.

POSITIONING ANN MORRISON

FOR THE NEXT 50 YEARS
Since 1959, the park has seen the neighborhood grow and change.
The once industrial warehouse area has given way to the expanding
city, with housing, shopping and connections to a vibrant downtown
and Greenbelt. It is time to evaluate Ann Morrison Park as it has
evolved into a neighborhood park.

MASTER PLAN GOALS

I. Develop appropriate level of improvements
that are reflective of the history and the
importance of Ann Morrison Park.
II. Improve entries, circulation and wayfinding
into and through the Park.
III. Enhance the ecological and recreational
function of the river and waterways.

IV. Restore and enhance historic features of the

Park.
V. Improve function of the park for recreational
sports and special events.
VI. Refresh the Park to be more responsive
to the current and evolving needs of the
community.

Ann Morrison
Park

Process
SCHEDULE
Discovery Phase

Public
Open
House
#1

Design Phase

Public
Open
House
#2

Final Design Phase

Public
Open
House
Final

SCAN THE QR CODE & TELL US WHAT YOU THINK OF THE OPTIONS
WHICH ENTRY BEST CAPTURES THE SPIRIT OF ANN MORRISON PARK?
IS THERE A RIVER LAYOUT YOU LIKE BEST?
WHICH POND IDEA DO YOU PREFER?
IS THERE A RECREATION PLAN THAT MEETS YOUR GOALS?

Over 1,000
Participants in
Survey and Open
Houseth e Yea rs : Ye s t e rd a y, To d a y, To m o r ro w
Through

What We Heard
IMPROVE RECREATION/SPORTS
Improve playfield material quality
and layout. Enlarge spectator
areas.

IMPROVE ENTRIES &

CIRCULATION
Add additional transportation
methods
including dedicated
bike paths, formal pedestrian
paths and natural trails. Encourage
navigation with entry features and
clear wayfinding.

RIVER ACCESS
Encourage recreation on the Boise
River with a beach, take-out, kayak
and surf rapids, and rapid bypass

IMPROVE WATER QUALITY

AND HABITAT
Improve water quality to improve
habitat and create nature trails to
allow viewing access of nature and
the beautiful scenery.

RESTORE AND ENHANCE

HISTORIC FEATURES OF THE
PARK
Restore the former clock tower.
Feature the history of the park.
Enhance Old Timers Shelter.

UPDATING THE PARK FOR DAILY

USE AND SPECIAL EVENTS
An interactive water feature,
amphitheater, and additional picnic
shelters will encourage use of the
park.

Challenges & Opportunities

CHALLENGES

EXISTING MASTER PLAN

Non-hierarchical circulation and lack of wayfinding

Entrances to the park are not celebrated
Poor water quality of the pond
Playfield conflicts between different spectator and
support facilities
OPPORTUNITIES
Well connected to downtown
The river and site waterways are natural attributes
to the Park
Opportunities to sustain healthy ecological
systems and benefit communities

North

Option A
Horseshoes
Outdoor Gym

Old Timers Shelter

Beach Volleyball

Playground
Wetland Trail

Fountain and
Amphitheater

ac
Be

Entry Feature

P
ge

Viewpoint

Ed
n
a
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par

Ri

Milkweed Pollinator
Garden

Wetland

Multi-use Space

Formal Entry

15

Entry Feature

16

Playfields
14

12

Beach
Clock
Tower

Shelter

3
P

Casting Platform

20

11

13
17
10

9
8

18
7

21

Off Leash Dog Area

19

Disc Golf Course

3
1

4
5

P
Bocce Courts and
Shelter

To Bench

Sport Court
N

or

th

Option A
1

CIVIC
Formal Row of Flowering Trees and Wide Sidewalks
Renovated Fountain/Interactive Spray
Amphitheater Terminates Formal Entry
Formal Entry

RIVER
Large Beach
Wetland Trail
Enhanced Riparian Edge

POND
Enhanced Trails
Shelters
Beaches

RECREATION
Expanded Playfields
Additional Softball Fields
Improved Disc Golf Course
Additional Bocce Court & Shelter

Ann Morrison Formal Entry Sign

Retrofitted Fountain with Interactive Spray

Large Beach

Formal Entry

BOISE
RIVER
Amphitheater

Option B
Outdoor Gym

Playground

Shelters

Horseshoes

Beach

Old Timers Shelter

and Viewpoint

Beach Volleyball

Greenbelt

18

Watercraft Launch
Nature Trails

17

Entry Feature

Load Area

19

Milkweed Pollinator
Garden

16

Multi-use Space
Formal Entry

20

15

Entry Feature

Playfields

21

Disc Golf Course

Enlarged Pond
Casting Platform

12

Off Leash Dog Area

Clock
Tower

13

14

11
9

10

7
6

To Bench
Vehicular Loop
To Rim

Centralized Restrooms/Changing Rooms

Interactive Fountain

Bocce Courts and

Shelter
Covered Spectator Picnic Areas
Sport Court

t
or

Option B
1

CIVIC
Renovated Fountain/Interactive Spray
Centralized Restrooms

RIVER
Large Beach
Multiple Viewpoints

POND
Enlarged Pond

RECREATION
Shading for Spectators
Natural Trail System
Off Leash Dog Area

Vehicular Loop

Riparian Channel

River Viewpoints

Option C
Old Timers Shelter

Takeout

Outdoor Gym

Playground

Beach Volleyball

Restroom

Loading Zone

Viewpoint

Entry Feature
Launch
Beach Amphitheater
Seating

ac
Be

Milkweed Pollinator
Garden
Flex Open Space

Formal Entry

Horseshoes
Relocated
Clock Tower
Stage

Playfields
4

Shelter
Fenced
Off Leash
Dog Area
Casting Platform

13 14

6
17

18
2

7
15
10

12

8
9

11

21

16

Dog Beach

To Bench

19

20

To Rim

Cricket Field

Bocce Courts and

Shelter

Festival Street

Sport Court

Interactive Water Feature

or

th

Disc Golf Course

Option C
1

CIVIC
Restored Fountain/Interactive Jets
Event Stage
Festival Street for Food Trucks & Pedestrians
Relocated Clock Tower

RIVER
Active Waterfront
Reservable Shelters along River
Amphitheater seating for Whitewater Spectators
and Small Presentations

POND
Fishing Casting Platforms
Fenced Off-leash Dog Area with Dog Beach

RECREATION
Maximize Open Space
Create Flexible Open Space

BOISE RIVER

Wetland

Mixed-use Lane
18
3
3
24

Festival Street Section

Dog Park Beach