Introduction • Park fixtures, bridges/boardwalks, bbqs, barriers, edgings, fences, gates, walls • Carparks, roads/driveways • Memorials • Play equipment, play areas, fitness stations, skatepark/BMX, sports areas, goal posts • Picnic tables, platforms, rubbish bins, seats, signs, lighting, • Walkways/tracks, paths A breakdown of the component assets as they occur in the reserves asset inventory is available in Appendix 2 Asset Groups. The Reserves, Sports Parks and Cemeteries managed by the Marlborough District Council are indicated in the table below: Category Population Area ha Hectares per Other Councils 1000 residents comparison (Median)1 Reserves 43,415 948.4 21.8 14.8 Sports Parks 43,415 108.5 2.4 2.4 Cemeteries 43,415 25.75 Benefits analysis Reserves and Amenities play an important part in the quality of life for Marlborough residents. Being able to take your grandchildren to play close to your home and having space to exercise your dogs are ways that reserve provision makes Marlborough a better place to live or visit. Each reserve may benefit the community in a number of ways, for example, the intention of a sportsground is to facilitate sport, and however the reserve will also provide community amenities and preserve urban open space for enjoyment by future generations. The amenity and recreation services provided by a reserve may actually be the secondary purpose of the reserve. The reserve’s primary purpose is likely to be a drainage reserve to help control the overflow of water if a significant flood strikes. With good planning and teamwork, the Council is able to increase the range of services provided by a reserve and therefore improve the benefits and value of each reserve to the community. Who benefits from reserves, sportsgrounds and cycle and walkway provision? The entire community benefits from the choice of recreational activities and a healthy active community. The entire community benefits from access to open space. Particular event organiser’s benefit from commercial gains from activities held on reserves. Individuals who participate in formal sports and their spectators. Period of Benefit Benefits are ongoing as recreational activities promote community wellbeing. 1 Based on Yardstick Park check Management Measures New Zealand Report 2013 Page 9