REPORT TO PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Discussion and Development of Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan Goals and Activities for FY 2025/26
Report
COUNCIL PILLAR
Enhance Community Engagement and Transparency
Enhance Community Sports, Recreational and Arts Assets
Deliver and Enhance High-Quality Efficient Services and Infrastructure
BACKGROUND
Annually, the Parks & Recreation Commission has considered three to six specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound workplan goals and/or activities for the Fiscal Year (FY). These goals are intended to focus the Commission's efforts and respond to City Council priorities within the existing budget direction and resource limitations.
The City now aims to align the Boards, Commission, and Committee (BCC's) work plan goals to the City Council goals on an annual cycle. The new process aims to provide:
Clear Prioritization
Each board and commission will have a defined set of objectives, making it easier for Council to assess progress and allocate staff resources efficiently.
Enhanced Transparency
Work plans will provide greater visibility into the activities and goals of advisory bodies, fostering stronger communication and accountability.
Improved Coordination
By aligning the efforts of staff and BCC's, the work plan is intended to effectively promote enhanced collaboration on citywide initiatives.
Informed Decision-Making
With a clear roadmap of each group's priorities, the City Council will be better equipped to make decisions that support both short-term needs and long-term strategic goals.
The updated timeline for this work is to develop the goals and objectives at the March meeting, review the workplan in April, develop a presentation for Council in May and present to the Council in June. It is expected that the new work plan goals and objectives will be implemented in July 2025.
DISCUSSION
At the March 10, 2025, Regular Meeting, commissioners will begin to brainstor...
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