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Goals and Objectives

                                                                             19 Parks and Recreation


               Strategic Theme &  Objective( s)
                   Theme ~  Natural Oasis
                   Objective( s) ~  Encourage Westlake’ s Unique Sense of Place
                                 Preserve Desirability &  Quality of Life

                Department Contact Information

                                                       tmeyer@westlake- tx.org
                   Troy Meyer           Director       mailto:tmeyer@westla           817-490-5735
                                                       kwade@westlake- tx.org
                   Darcy McFarlane      Assistant      ke-tx.org                      817-490-5768
               Program Broad Goals
                   Provide park and common open spaces adequate in size and condition to serve our
                   citizens.
                   Use the park system to preserve and protect environmentally significant areas for public
                   enjoyment and education.
                   Maintain,  secure and manage parks in a manner
                   which encourages their appropriate use.
                   Maximize public/ private partnerships to assist in all
                   aspects of parks and recreation planning and
                   development.

               Program Service Description

                   The Park and Recreation Department maintains a
                   39.5-acre park and open spaces,  which includes
                   Glenwyck Farms,  and Terra Bella sub-division.
                   The trees along roadways and the cemetery are
                   also maintained to ensure the safety of drivers and
                   pedestrians.
                   10 miles of trails and two pedestrian underpasses
                   run throughout the community.
                   Westlake Academy,  IOOF cemetery,  and the town
                   owned park, located in Glenwyck Farms,  provide the
                   facilities and space for recreational use to the public.  These locations also host sporting
                   events,  facility rentals,  Arbor Day, Bandana Bonanza,  Christmas Tree Lighting and Decoration
                   Day.

               Program Trends

                   The population growth,  both permanent and daytime population,  has increased the use of
                   the park and trail system.
                   The Town prides itself on offering community stewardship opportunities to those within
                   Westlake -  to the benefit of our residents and those serving the surrounding communities.
                   Listed below is just an example of these services:










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