During the District’s last strategic and comprehensive planning process (Vision 2020), 18 goals organized into six strategic themes were identified. Using a strategic work plan that outlined specific tactics, staff planned, tracked and reported on implementation progress.
Since 2017, the District has accomplished nearly all the goals and tactics from Vision 2020, except for constructing new indoor recreation and sports spaces due to fiscal constraints. These accomplishments include:
- Park renovations at multiple parks, including Glos, Ben Allison, and Eldridge Parks
- Acquired more open space and developed new parks at Centennial and Pick Parks (formally park deserts)
- Facility enhancements, including the sale of the former senior center, The Abbey, and the opening of the new Mary E. Kies Recreation Center
- Amenity upgrades, including Dog Park planning (construction in 2024) and baseball field renovations
- Expanded offerings, including community events, camps, weekend/evening options
- Transitioned to new registration software (ActiveNet)
