RESOLUTION NO. 2025-040
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 2024 WORK PLAN REPORT OF
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND APPROVING THE 2025 WORK PLAN FOR THE
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has determined that annual work plans ensure boards and commissions are working in line with the priorities of the City Council; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken by the board or commission and a subsequent report of its accomplishments; and WHEREAS, the mission of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to promote community health and wellness while supporting a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.36 of the CMC details the composition of the Parks & Recreation Commission; and
WHEREAS, on Jan. 9, 2024, the City Council approved the 2024 work plan for the Parks & Recreation Commission; and
WHEREAS, the commission's report of work plan accomplishments outlines the status of the 2024 work plan's goals and tasks; and
WHEREAS, staff assisted the commission in drafting a 2025 work plan that is consistent with the duties described in CMC Chapter 2.36; and
WHEREAS, staff also included in the work plan selective support references from the Parks & Recreation Department Master Plan Update; and
WHEREAS, at the regularly scheduled meeting on Nov. 18, 2024, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2025 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it; and WHEREAS, the City Planner has determined that in accordance with Public Resource Code Section 21065, the acceptance of the 2024 work plan report of accomplishments and approval of the 2025 work plan does not require environmental review because it does not constitute a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical change or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment .
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California , as follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct .
2. That the City Council accepts the 2024 work plan report of accomplishments for the Parks & Recreation Commission in Attachment A.
3. That the City Council approves the 2025 work plan for the Parks & Recreation Commission in Attachment B.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 4th day of February 2025, by the following vote, to wit :
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Shin.
None.
None.
None.
KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor
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J,.e-SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
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I. Mission Statement
Parks & Recreation Commission
2024 Work Plan Accomplishments
The Mission of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to promote community health and wellness while supporting a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.36 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Parks & Recreation Commission shall have the power, and it shall be the duty of the commission , to make recommendations to the city_ council and to advise the council in matters pertaining to the creation , operation, maintenance, management and control of community recreation programs, of playgrounds and indoor and outdoor recreations, activities and facilities. Further, it shall be the duty of the commission to advise and make recommendations to the city council on matters pertaining to planting, trimming, pruning, and care of all trees, shrubs or plants and to the removal of all objectionable trees, shrubs and plants in and upon any park of the city . The parks and recreation commission shall have the additional power, and it shall be the duty of the commission to review tree-related issues and to determine the needs of the city with respect to its tree planting, replacement, maintenance and preservation programs.
The commission will also make recommendations to the city council on policies, regulations or ordinances pertaining to the care and protection of public trees and the selection of specific species of trees for designation along city streets , including the development of a community forest management plan for the city . In addition, in accordance with Section 11.12.150 of the municipal code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall hear appeals from decisions of the city manager acting through the parks and recreation director or designee, regarding the planting or removal of street trees . ► .... ....
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Ill. 2024 Goals & Tasks
The Parks & Recreation Commission focused on the following 2024 Goals and Tasks:
1. Advise City staff and City Council on projects and programs
TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
a. Focus on progress and impact Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task received edits and is included in the updated work plan
2. Enhance accessibility, visibility and engagement
a. Ensure a quorum at all Commission Accomplished and recurring/ongo ing This task is included in the updated meetings work plan
b. Commission to conduct site visits to Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated parks, facilities and programs with city work plan
staff
c. Individual Commissioners to attend at Recu ring/ongoing This task is included in the updated least two Parks & Recreation conducted work plan
events
3. Broaden outreach and education
a. Connect with other relevant agencies and Recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated organizations work plan
b. Invite educational presentations at Accomplished and recurring/ongoing This task is included in the updated Commission meet ings work plan
City of Carlsbad
Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan
2025
I. Mission Statement
Attachment B
The Mission of the Parks & Recreation Commission is to promote community health and wellness while supporting a culture that embraces change and continuous improvement.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.36 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall consist of seven members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council.
Members shall serve four -year terms. The Parks & Recreation Commission shall have the power, and it shall be the duty of the commission, to make recommendations to the city council and to advise the council in matters pertaining to the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of community recreation programs, of playgrounds and indoor and outdoor recreations, activities and facilities. Further, it shall be the duty of the commission to advise and make recommendations to the city council on matters pertaining to planting, trimming, pruning, and care of all trees, shrubs or plants and to the removal of all objectionable trees, shrubs and plants in and upon any park of the city. The parks and recreation commission shall have the additional power, and it shall be the duty of the commission to review tree-related issues and to determine the needs of the city with respect to its tree planting, replacement, maintenance and preservation programs.
The commission will also make recommendations to the city council on policies, regulations or ordinances pertaining to the care and protection of public trees and the selection of specific species of trees for designation along city streets, including the development of a community forest management plan for the city . In addition , in accordance with Section 11.12.150 of the municipal code, the Parks & Recreation Commission shall hear appeals from decisions of the city manager acting through the parks and recreation director or designee, regarding the planting or removal of street trees.
Ill. 2025 Goals & Tasks
The Parks & Recreation Commission will focus on the following 2025 Goals and Tasks:
(Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas)
1. Advise city staff and City Council on projects, plans, events and programs a. Focus on progress, adherence and impact
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
• Complete construction plans, bidding and construction implementation for Veterans Memorial Park
• Complete community engagement, conceptual design and permitting for Robertson Ranch Community Park
Ongoing
• Incorporate environmentally friendly practices into park design and operations, such as drought-tolerant landscaping and energy-efficient lighting • Explore certifications or equivalencies, such as SITES or LEED, for new park designs or renovations
• Ensure full ADA access at all parks, with a focus on most immediate needs • Add more trees within parks, where feasible
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Enhance pathway and parking lot lighting, and reduce energy consumption, by converting aging incandescent systems with modern LED systems
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Assess current programs and facilities to identify barriers to accessibility and develop plans to address identified barriers (in support of project's lead department: Risk Management)
• Explore expansion of scholarship programs and other financial assistance options, such as sliding scale fees, to help reduce barriers to program participation • Evaluate offering programs at the northern, city-controlled beach • Expand program offerings outdoors, including fitness, etc. • Annually evaluate program lifecycles to ensure balance between different stages • Offer multicultural programs that reflect the community's increasing diversity • Provide accommodations, such as sign language interpretation, to make programs and facilities more inclusive
Ongoing
• Continue to monitor program trends to ensure ongoing alignment with community needs
• Utilize technology, including Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality to enhance the program experience
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term= 0-3 Years
• Identify potential grant opportunities and develop grant proposals to secure funding • Implement fee study findings to ensure fees are competitive to those fees of surrounding cities for like offerings
• Develop a CAPRA compliant department marketing plan to promote the various offerings
Ongoing
• Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs
• Annually review and adjust program, event and facility fees to ensure they are competitive to the market
• Annually review athletic field use fees competitive to the market
2. Enhance accessibility, visibility and engagement
a. Ensure a quorum at all Commission meetings
b. Have Commissioners conduct site visits to parks, facilities and programs c. Have individual Commissioners attend at least two Parks & Recreation events PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns • Review the potential for adding park amenities based on the levels of service recommendations
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Continue to invest in upgrading aging infrastructure with the department's annual operating budget and - as needed - with the capital improvement program budget Ongoing
• Explore grant opportunities to supplement funds for upgrades to aging infrastructure and equipment
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES
Ongoing
• Encourage feedback and open communication between the department and the community
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Develop a CAPRA compliant department marketing plan to promote the various offerings
3. Broaden outreach and education
a. Connect with other relevant agencies and organizations b. Invite educational presentations at Commission meetings PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN UPDATE: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE
PARKS STRATEGIES
Short Term (0-3 Years)
• Educate park visitors about sustainable practices and encourage them to participate in environmental initiatives
Ongoing
• Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES
Short Term= 0-3 Years
• Explore partnerships with community organizations or individual volunteers to periodically provide additional maintenance support
PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATE GIES
Short Term = 0-3 Years
• Partner with local organizations that represent marginalized communities to receive input on program development
Ongoing
• Partner with healthcare organizations to provide health screenings and education to the community to the active adult population
• Work with community organizations and local businesses to develop partnerships that can help provide or promote new programs and event offerings
FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
Short Term= 0-3 Years
• Consider revenue generation that includes corporate partnerships, sponsorships, foundations and/or naming rights opportunities
Ongoing
Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs