City Council PresentationJuly 1, 2014

Parks & Recreation Master Plan

Parks & Recreation Master Plan Process

Evaluating Existing

Parks, Facilities andPrograms

Community Input

Workshops, Surveys & Focus Groups

FindingsAnalysis & Recommendations

Review

Parks & Recreation and Planning Commissions

GPACTwo Year Process

Evaluating Existing

Parks, Facilities andPrograms

Process Included

Parks & Facilities InventoryRecreation Program Inventory

Maintenance Analysis

Which Resulted In

A complete park, school and special use area inventory for the public to use on the City’s

Web site

Identification of core recreation and leisure service programming for the Parks and

Recreation Department

A complete list of maintenance policies and quality standards to keep parks and facilities

up to citizen expectations

Community InputWorkshops, Surveys & Focus Groups

Process Included

Community SurveySenior Citizen SurveySports Groups Survey

Focus GroupsStakeholder InterviewsCommunity Workshops

Which Resulted In

Establishing priorities for parks and facilities

Priorities for recreation and leisure services

Priorities for special interest facilities

FindingsAnalysis & Recommendations

Process Included

Recreation Facility Comparisons with Local and National Standards

Parkland Comparison to Quimby Standard

Equestrian Comparisons

Which Resulted In

Determining Sports Field Needs

Determining Facility Needs

Determining Equestrian Needs

Developing Policies and Recommendations for Future

Recreation and Park Needs

Review

CommissionsGPAC

Process Included

Several Reviews and Updates by the Parks & Recreation

Commission

Review and Comments from the Planning Commission

Review and Comments from the GPAC

Review and Comments by the Special Equestrian Committee

Which Resulted In

Formatting the Final Document

Parks & Recreation Commission and Planning Commission and

GPAC Comments

City Council Actions to Date

City Council has updated the Park In-Lieu Fee Schedule

City Council has approved a General Plan Amendment increasing local parkland dedication requirement for new residential development from 2 acres per 1,000 residents to 3 acres per 1,000 residents

City Council has approved moving ahead with capital projects recommended in the earlier draft versions and final master plan including:– Determining the options for development of the “West Bastanchury Site”

(former “Friends Christian High School” and adjoining “Tank Farm” property;

– Proceeding with discussions with the County of Orange in regards to the Phillip S Paxton Equestrian Center;

– Proceeding with the plans for Yorba Linda High School Park; and, – Working with the school district to explore additional joint use

opportunities related to the cultural arts

The Master Plan has been updated to reflect the following City Council actions:

Yorba Linda Parks & Recreation Master PlanImmediate Goals and Recommendations

• Address existing parks that are deficient or in need of improvement

• Increase Neighborhood and Community parkland acres

• Provide for more X-large lighted multi-purpose sports fields for soccer, lacrosse, and football

• Address facilities to accommodate equestrian activity demand

• Provide a level of park maintenance the community desires

• Promote access to school facilities for recreation and cultural programs

Yorba Linda Parks & Recreation Master PlanLong Term Goals and Recommendations

• Provide for an additional community center, possibly with aquatic center and/or performing arts capabilities, preferably on the east side of town

• Provide for additional space to expand senior citizen programs and services

• Provide special use facilities, such as dog parks, splash pads, tennis courts, additional gymnasium, multipurpose trails, and greenbelts

• Promote Public Art

Emphasize the core programming efforts of the Parks and Recreation Department:

• Fitness & Wellness Activities

• Outdoor Adventure Programs

• Youth and Adult Sports

• Environmental Education

• Youth & Active Adult Enrichment Classes

• Visual & Performing Arts Activities

• Summer Camps and Activities for Youth

• Senior Services and Citywide Special Events

Implement policies and standards outlined in the master plan for staff training, customer service, marketing activities, facility maintenance and facility/field scheduling and allocation priorities

Yorba Linda Parks & Recreation Master PlanRecreation Program Goals & Recommendations

RECOMMENDATIONIt is recommended that the City Council approve the final Parks and Recreation Master Plan update, and if appropriate, any additional City Council comments as presented; and direct staff to continue to update the policies of the Recreation Element of the General Plan so that they are consistent with the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.