REPORT TO PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Status Update on the Progress Made on the FY 2025/26 Parks & Recreation Commission's Work Plan Goals
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) workplan goals to the City Council goals on an annual cycle. The new process intends 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
Workplans 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 workplan 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.
At the April 14, 2025, Regular Meeting, the Commission adopted of the following Work Plan Goals for FY 2025/26:
* Goal 1: Review park site and facility condition assessments and recommend priorities given existing and anticipated service levels and available resources.
* Goal 2: Review and solicit community input on the existing City park rehabilitation projects based on the current C...
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