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York County reviews comprehensive parks-and-recreation master plan; consultants urge feasibility study for Newport Park and more walkability
Summary
Consultants presented a 300+ page Parks & Recreation master plan to the York County Board of Supervisors, highlighting public support for increased parks funding, proposals to study Newport Park for tourism and revenue capture, and recommendations to improve walkability and trail connections including the 757 Trail and the East Coast Greenway.
Consultants from McGill and Associates presented a condensed kickoff of a 300‑plus page Parks & Recreation master plan to the York County Board of Supervisors on March 3, 2026, laying out priorities and an action plan staff can use in future budgets.
Nate Hablou, the McGill consultant who led the presentation, told the board the draft incorporates a statistically valid public survey and extensive community engagement. He said the consultants found "a lot of really great parks in your community" but also opportunities to better serve residents and attract visitors. Hablou recommended a feasibility study for Newport Park to identify whether it can serve both residents and regional tourists while generating revenue to…
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