SMART GROWTH
Recreation has to be varied and accessible. It’s great that we have skiing just two hours away, but what do you do after work during the work week? Are there accessible trails to run, skate, bike or walk? If you have to drive to the trails, they are too far away. As a result, the implementation of the approximately 200-mile FresnoClovis Master Urban Parkway Plan should be a priority — with substantial progress toward its completion in the next ten years. We recommend that the City aggressively promote the region’s many activities to our local residents and also to those who might be looking to visit or move here. How long does it take to get to sailing at Millerton? How long does it take to hike in the foothills? Where can people fly fish or canoe on the San Joaquin and Kings Rivers? Where are the nearest spots to mountain bike or to learn to kayak?
Recommendations Within 10 years meet or exceed state standards for average park space per capita. Create additional pocket parks. Implement the Fresno-Clovis Master Urban Parkway Plan by converting canal banks and rail beds to trails and greenbelts. Convert low functioning ponding basins into parks or beautified open space. Allow permits for rooftop gardens and develop rooftop gardens on city buildings.
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COURTESY SAN JOAQUIN AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT
Utilize City websites to promote both local and regional recreation opportunities.