City of Cedar Falls, IA
09/30/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/30/2024 13:22
Your City, Your Parks
Your City, Your Parks invites the community to share their vision for future park improvements, new parks, and open spaces. Kick-off for the project is anticipated to start in October so sign up for email/text alerts for upcoming public meetings, surveys, and more at bit.ly/YourCityYourParks!
Learn more about Your City, Your Parks below.
What is a Master Plan?
As the city continues to change and grow, park improvements, new parks, and open spaces are needed for our community. Your City, Your Parks invites citizens to share their vision for the coming years by participating in the creation of a new Parks Master Plan. With assistance from a consultant experienced in park planning, the City will gather public input to develop a comprehensive Parks Master Plan that includes an assessment of existing parks, open spaces, and trails that is reflective of the community needs and preferences for future parks and recreation.
Why do we need a new Master Plan?
The current Parks Master Plan was adopted by City Council in 1996. With a majority of those goals now accomplished, it is the perfect time to set our sights on the future. A lot has changed since 1996! Walking and biking remain popular in our community but new needs for inclusive parks or sports such as pickleball have increased in demand. Your City, Your Parks will seek feedback from citizens on those needs and preferences. Specific guidelines will be developed for new subdivisions, establishing fair and consistent polices and requirements for the dedication of land for neighborhood parks. The plan will establish funding priorities for improvements to existing parks and trails. It is important that the parks plan reflect our community values.
How can you get involved?
We encourage everyone to share their voice on this exciting journey! Kick off for the project is anticipated in October 2024. To stay updated on Your City, Your Parks including public meeting dates, surveys, and more, sign up to receive text/email alerts at www.cedarfalls.com/notify and select 'Your City, Your Parks.' Be sure to also follow the City of Cedar Falls on Facebook @citycf for news and updates!
If you are part of an organization that advocates for or helps plan for parks, trails, and recreational areas in the community and would like to be involved in the conversation, please email [email protected] with your organization name and contact information.