Report Prepared by: Christopher Jensen, Director, Parks & Community Services
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SUBJECT: Parks & Community Services PROS Master Plan Update
REPORT IN BRIEF
The PROS Master Plan outlines the City of Merced’s parks and recreation system long term vision. The plan is based on analysis of existing conditions, DIS data, and community input. The next phase will focus on continued public outreach and refining recommendations.
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CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the 2025-26 Adopted Budget.
DISCUSSION
The PROS Master Plan sets the foundation for future improvements and investments in the City of Merced’s parks and recreation system, guided by the theme “Play on Purpose.”
The plan is based on analysis of existing parks, trails, recreational amenities, DIS data, and community needs. and feedback gathered through surveys, stakeholder workshops, and pop-up events.
The next phase in the master plan will have a focus on community with pop-up events scheduled for the month of May, that invite the community members to provide input with surveys and engagement activities.
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1. Presentation