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Virginia Beach unveils 2024 parks master plan; staff put total needs near $777 million
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Parks Director Michael Kirschen presented an updated Parks Master Plan prioritizing equity, underdeveloped park upgrades, trails and a projected $777 million total need; staff stressed plan adoption does not obligate funding.
The Virginia Beach City Council heard details of a 2024 Parks Master Plan on Tuesday that lays out priorities for equity, trails, recreation trends and long-term investments across the city’s park system.
Parks and Recreation Director Michael Kirschen told council the update reflects consultant inspections, a statistically valid household survey and an equity analysis across environmental, access, design and economic lenses. He said staff reduced internal park classifications from 16 to five to make management more practical.
Kirschen said consultants estimate roughly 20–25 outdoor pickleball courts are needed now to meet…
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