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Marysville launches 20-year parks, recreation and open-space master plan with robust public outreach
Summary
City staff told council the Marysville Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan will include a statistically valid community survey, a minimum of three public meetings, two focus groups and concept planning for three parks; staff expects to advertise in August and return in July with a contractor recommendation.
City staff on June 8 launched the Marysville Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan, a 20-year strategic planning effort the city said will emphasize robust public engagement and financial planning.
City Administrator Stapleton described key elements required in the consultant scope: a statistically valid community survey to secure representative input, at least three public community meetings, a minimum of two focus groups and stakeholder interviews, a comprehensive needs assessment and gap analysis, asset-condition assessments of parks and equipment, and concept-level plans for three priority parks (Twin Lakes, Strawberry Fields and downtown waterfront). Staff also listed requirements for an implementation strategy and a finance plan to help inform future impact-fee work.
Stapleton said the city expects to advertise for a contractor in August and return to council in July with a recommendation for award, with the planning effort timed to finish around March of the following year to align with grant cycles. The plan will inform capital priorities, maintenance strategies and potential land-acquisition guidance tied to park-impact fees.
Why it matters: Marysville is planning for significant growth; a formal, community-driven PROS master plan will guide where the city invests in parks, what level of service residents can expect and how development will contribute to park funding through impact fees. Staff said the parks advisory board will serve as a steering committee for the work.
