Moraga Town Council approves $345K Parks and Recreation Master Plan consulting agreement

The Town Council of Moraga held a regular meeting on June 25, 2025, focusing on key community initiatives, including the approval of a professional services agreement for the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan.

The meeting commenced with a motion to confirm the engineer's report for Assessment District 171979-1, which pertains to street lighting. The motion was unanimously approved, allowing for the levy and collection of assessments for the fiscal year 2025-26.

Following this, Parks and Recreation Director Mackenzie Brady presented the proposed professional services agreement with the consulting firm WRT (Wallace, Roberts, and Todd). The council was asked to authorize the town manager to execute this agreement, which is not to exceed $300,036, along with a 15% contingency of $45,000, bringing the total potential contract value to $345,036. This plan aims to address aging infrastructure and the growing demand for parks and recreation services in the community.

Brady emphasized the importance of this master plan, which is a top priority for the council and has been in discussion since 2022. The plan will include a comprehensive analysis of community needs, public engagement through surveys and workshops, and a strategic implementation guide. The timeline for the project is set to begin with a virtual kickoff in July 2025, followed by community engagement in the fall and a draft plan expected by spring 2026.

The council engaged in discussions regarding the scope of the project, including optional additional costs for expanded public engagement and historic resource evaluations. The council members expressed support for robust community participation and emphasized the importance of gathering input from residents.

In conclusion, the meeting underscored the council's commitment to enhancing Moraga's parks and recreation services through strategic planning and community involvement. The next steps include finalizing the agreement with WRT and initiating the community engagement process.