REPORT TO PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
SUBJECT
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Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan Goals Final Update for FY2018-19 and FY 2019-20 Work Plan Goals Discussion
Report
BACKGROUND
At the regular Commission Meeting on July 17, 2018, the Commission discussed current issues, trends, and local needs related to city parks operations and maintenance, recreation programs and community services, cemeteries, and special events. Annually, the Parks & Recreation Commission considers three to five specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound goals and/or activities for the year. These are intended to focus Commission efforts and respond to community and City Council priorities within existing budget direction, resource limitations, and the purview of the Commission as set forth in the City Charter and City Code.
On August 21, 2018, the Parks & Recreation Commission established the draft goals for FY2018-19. At subsequent meetings, the Commission discusses the Work Plan and makes sub-committee assignments, as necessary. Members then work toward goal completion and provide updates at the regular Commission meetings. The Parks & Recreation Commission FY2018-19 Work Plan Goals are to:
(a) inform the community about parks and recreation infrastructure conditions, future funding needs and potential new funding sources;
(b) review existing park rehabilitation needs and new residential development park project plans;
(c) hold a joint meeting of the Parks & Recreation and Cultural Commission;
(d) host the 38th annual Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival; and,
(e) begin discussion of a community input process for a new 30+ acre community park in the north of the City.
On January 15, 2019, the Commission met with City Council to report on the goals and progress. The Council inquired about including an additional goal related to future funding for the International Swim Center (ISC). The ISC was considered as part of a potential City infrastructure bond pro...
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