Parks commission begins FY26 strategic-plan update; timeline aims for November adoption
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Summary
Commissioners reviewed the department’s existing strategic plan and discussed updates and public survey input; staff said they will start outreach next month and intend to bring a near-final plan back in October for adoption in November.
At the Aug. 6 meeting the Parks and Recreation Commission discussed next steps to update the department’s strategic plan for fiscal 2026. Staff presented the existing plan, said they will refresh photos, update organizational charts (splitting parks and recreation charts) and revise metrics, and asked commissioners for input on items to include. Staff noted the Central District Park — a recently approved or planned site — needs to be added to maps.
Staff outlined a timeline: commence public outreach next month, compile feedback and present a near-complete draft in October with a goal of formal adoption in November; staff said they will use survey results already gathered and will provide copies of the prior plan for reference. Commissioners asked clarifying questions about map details and the plan’s relation to the city general plan; staff said the parks strategic plan has been coordinated with the city general plan.
Why it matters: The strategic plan guides capital priorities and project sequencing and will inform budgeting and grant-seeking over the coming years. The commission was asked to provide ideas for program and facility priorities as staff compile updates for the October review and November adoption.