SUBJECT:
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Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) Strategic Plan Update & Performing Arts Center Feasibility Study Introduction
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DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
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PRESENTER(S): Luke Bolinger, Director of Parks & Recreation
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TIME ESTIMATE: 60 minutes
only required for non-consent items
FISCAL SUMMARY:
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POLICY ISSUES: The results of the PROST Strategic Plan will guide the Parks & Recreation Department's operations and maintenance, capital improvements, and financial strategies over the next five to seven years to maintain service levels and keep up with growth. The key policy issue for the Council to decide in the Performing Arts Feasibility Study is whether to pursue constructing such a facility in future years.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
While no action is required on this item, staff recommends Council discuss any questions or concerns about these two projects in preparation for adoption later this summer.
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SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
We are excited to present our 2025 PROST Strategic Plan: Connecting YOU to Fun Playbook (the "Playbook"). This name not only aligns with our current branding but also offers a fun, engaging title that we can proudly share with staff, leadership, and the community. It captures the spirit of our department and reflects a collective commitment, as each of us plays a role in connecting our community to the services and opportunities we provide.
The Parks & Recreation Department last updated the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) Plan in 2016. Since then, the Town and Department have experienced significant growth. To continue providing quality services to our expanding community, staff selected DTJ Design to update the PROST Strategic Plan, and Council approved their professional services agreement in October 2024. This update will guide the balanced and equitable distribution of programs, facilities, and amenities a...
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