Town of Parker
1.2 MASTER PLAN PROCESS AND TIMELINE The Town and its departments have embarked on many Townwide planning efforts over the years. This plan is the Town’s first comprehensive master plan focused exclusively on parks, recreation and open space. This master plan effort is a critical and required component to be accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies. The process of developing the plan began in August 2017 with kickoff meetings including community stakeholders, as well as a thorough examination of department and community resources and current planning documents. In September, parks, facilities and programs were assessed, including a physical examination of each facility for amenities and quality.
PROJECT INITIATION (AUG. 2017)
RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS (AUG.-SEPT. 2017)
A community engagement process also began in September and included individual and group meetings with key stakeholders, surveys, and open public meetings. Work continued during November and December with a comprehensive analysis, assessment of needs, and development of a strategic action plan that established goals and strategic actions. The draft plan was presented to the Parker Planning Commission, Town Council and the public in January 2018 and formally adopted in February.
NEEDS ANALYSIS AND STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN (DEC. 2017)
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT (SEPT.-NOV. 2017)
DRAFT PLAN PRESENTED (JAN. 2018)
FINAL PLAN ADOPTION (FEB. 2018)
1.3 COMMUNIT Y INPUT The importance of public involvement in the decision-making process cannot be overestimated. Parker residents are passionate about their park, recreation, and open space amenities – and it showed in public engagement efforts!
orative. In order for Parks and Recreation staff to build trust and create a plan that would secure support from advisory groups, the Parker Town Council, department staff, and the community’s diverse user groups, the following engagement methods were used:
Public engagement is vital if Town of Parker leaders want Parker’s citizens to support the plan, enabling the Town to effectively deliver community-oriented park and recreation opportunities.
• Stakeholder and Key Partner Interviews
Overall, the public process must be balanced, open, and collab-
• Public Meetings with Comment Sessions
• Community Surveys • Master Plan Project Website
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