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5-Year + Outlook

The 2018 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan provides direction on program
offerings, facility construction and management, general capital improvements, and park
amenities. This plan was also utilized to establish goals, objectives, policies, and standards
to help guide the future development of the City’s parks, recreation and open space system.

The plan informs city leaders and staff engaged in decision making processes how to best
meet short-term, mid-term, and long-term needs of citizens through renovations to existing
indoor and outdoor facilities and potential development of new indoor athletic and/or
recreation facilities.
The Department’s mission can be accomplished through achieving the goals and objectives
put forth in the plan. The following goals represent areas of strategic priority for action over
the next five to ten years.
1. Maintain Exemplary Facilities, Programs, and Services
Strive for excellence in all aspects of parks and recreation with an emphasis on safety
and security to meet and encourage high standards for facilities, programs, and
services.
2. Promote Fun. Excitement, Health and Community Enrichment through Parks
and Programs
Strategically plan short and long-term investments in parks, facilities, and programs
that promote the enrichment of the community.
3. Utilize Connectivity to Build Community
Improve connectivity to promote community interaction, health, and awareness of
opportunites for parks, trails, programs, and events.
4. Ensure Equitable Access to a Wide Variety of Park and Recreation Services
Strive to ensure accessibility of park facilities and programs to provide equitable access
for all present and future users.
5. Respect Nature
Emphasize the value of Colleyville’s natural resources through preservation, education,
and sustainable management practices.
6. Acquire Open Space
Acquire land for open space and future parks.

Citywide Projects

In addition to the site-specific projects identified within the Master Plan, Colleyville will
consider citywide projects that transcend the existing conditions and look to the future needs
of the community. The following items are the top priorities for the parks system as
determined by the master plan process and in consultation with the City Council and Park
Board.

1. Acquire Additional Land
When possible, staff will seek opportunities to acquire additional open space,
prioritizing land that is contiguous to existing open space or parks. Additionally,

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