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Evanston council accepts Parks and Green Space Strategic Plan; staff warned 80% of playgrounds are in poor condition
Summary
Council accepted the Parks & Green Space Strategic Plan after a consultant presentation that cited extensive public engagement and identified priorities including equity, naturalization and sustained funding; the council voted to place the plan on file (8–0).
The City Council voted Feb. 23 to accept and place on file the Parks & Green Space Strategic Plan, a multi‑year roadmap that sets priorities for park investments, natural area stewardship and program expansion.
Rhiannon Sinclair, principal and urban planner with Agency Landscape + Planning, presented key findings: outreach to more than 700 residents and stakeholders; five goals (equitable access, natural experiences,…
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