The Town of Buchanan has three parks including Town Hall Park, Hickory Park, Springfield Park.  For further information on these parks please see their individual pages at the left.

Parks Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee serves as advisors to the Board of Supervisors and the Planning Commission on issues related to the fields of parks, including any referred policy matters that pertain to park services.

The Parks Committee meets on an as-needed-basis.  Meetings are open to the public and are held at the Town Hall.

Parks Committee meeting Agendas and minutes are posted on our website and at the Town Hall.

Parks Committee members include: 

Meghan Huss

Tom Meyer

Brian Regal 

Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, 2018-2022 Adopted

The Town of Buchanan has adopted a Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP).  The plan was adopted by the Town Board on November 14, 2017.  The CORP will help the Town in planning, maintaining and improving park and recreational facilities in the community.  Within the Plan there is over $850,000 of projects identified for the parks in the Township. Comments or questions about the plan can be directed to the Town Administrator.

Proposed Park Projects for Completion in 2023-2024

Springfield Park

 Springfield Park Master Plan Final

              -Phase 1 completed in 2023

              -Phase 2 to be tentatively completed in 2024

              -Phase 3 no timeline as it is dependent on donations and sponsorships

Park Impact Fee - Assessment Study and Ordinance

The Town of Buchanan has adopted a Park Impact Fee Ordinance and public facilities needs assessment study. Park impact fees will be used to develop new park facilities in the future. Impact fees are only charged to new residential development in the Town. Fees collected are to be used only for capital purchases related to parks and recreation.  See the Town's Fees & Licenses Schedule for the park impact fee amount.
Park Impact Fee - Assessment Study and Ordinance