MEETING DATE:
JUNE 26, 2018
SUBJECT:
Title
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-8532 - PARKS MASTER PLAN UPDATE
Body
Recommendation
Recommendation
ADOPT a resolution approving an update to the 1990 Parks Master Plan.
Body
Board or Commission Action
The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval on November 15, 2017 by a 6-0 vote.
The Planning Commission recommended approval on November 20, 2017 by a 7-0 vote.
Relevant Council Strategic Theme
Quality of Life
Planning for the Future
Relevant Department Goal
Complete and submit the Parks Master Plan Update for Commission and Council review.
Executive Summary
The City Council adopted a Parks Master Plan in 1990 to present a vision of the parks and recreational future for the City of San Marcos. It accepted an update to the Plan in December 2017, and asked staff to return with additional information about potential park sites and amenities before formal adoption.
The goal of this update is to identify potential improvements to the parks system, and as funding becomes available, suggest additional amenities for new parks and improvements to existing park facilities. It provides a buildable framework that the City can use to plan park system improvements through the year 2035.
This update is intended to be used as a policy document, and as funding becomes available, to suggest possible future park amenity changes based on the needs and input of the community. At the time when specific improvements are considered for any existing and/or future parks, further evaluation and environmental review will be required to analyze conformance with applicable planning, zoning, and environmental regulations.
Discussion
The update evaluates the City's existing park facilities, programs, and services; analyzes the current and future demographic make-up of the city; assesses the community's needs and desires; and provides recommendations to improve the current services provided to residents. This community-driv...
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