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Sioux Falls council adopts 2025–30 parks master plan after amendment to pursue partnerships

Sioux Falls City Council · November 4, 2025
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Summary

The Sioux Falls City Council voted 5–3 on Nov. 4 to adopt the 2025–2030 Parks and Recreation System Master Plan after adding an amendment directing staff to pursue strategic public‑private partnerships to expand indoor recreation access.

The Sioux Falls City Council on Nov. 4 adopted the city’s 2025–2030 Parks and Recreation System Master Plan, a five‑year vision that emphasizes year‑round recreation, maintenance, equitable access and financial stewardship.

Parks and Recreation Director Brett Hollars told the council the plan reflects more than a year of community engagement, including a statistically valid survey and roughly 1,500 public responses. He said the plan prioritizes neighborhood parks, trails and indoor recreation, and recommends reinvesting roughly 3–4% of asset value annually in maintenance.

Councilor Samir McCorris moved an…

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