STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date:
February 10, 2026
CONSENT
4 SUBJECT: RECREATION COMMITTEE 2026 WORK PLAN
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. It is recommended that the City Council authorize the Recreation Committee to proceed with its 2026 Work Plan.
SUMMARY OF THE MATTER
The Recreation Committee serves as an advisory committee to the City Council regarding recreation and park needs in the community. The Committee is comprised of seven voting members and three non-voting high school student liaisons. The Recreation Committee has adopted a 2026 Work Plan that is being presented for the City Council’s review and approval.
DISCUSSION
The 2026 Recreation Committee Work Plan (Plan) was approved by the Recreation Committee on December 8, 2025. It was developed to ensure that the Committee remains dedicated to addressing the recreation needs of the community. The Plan includes the following priorities and projects:
1. Continue to support expanded aquatics programming for all ages and advocate for a Joint-Use Agreement with Laguna Beach Unified School District.
2. Continue to support and evaluate new and existing programs at City recreation facilities and spread awareness about various recreation programs.
3. Complete Village Green Playground Renovation and begin working on designing the next recommended playground from the Playground Master Plan, Aliso Beach Playground.
4. Continue pickleball programming and improvements throughout the City based on increasing demand.
5. Continue to explore best practices for City-owned recreational areas: parks, beaches, other open spaces, etc.
6. Advocate for a community pump track for all ages.
7. Advocate for a low-cost community gym for all ages including youth and seniors either City-run or through a community partnership.
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
The recommended action has no financial impact to the budget.
RECREATION COMMITTEE 2026 WORK PLAN
January 27, 2026
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The recommended action has no environmental impact.
ATTACHMENTS
None
Submitted By: Alexis Braun Approved: .David A Kiff
Alexis Braun, Acting Director of
Transit and Community Services
Dave Kiff, City Manager
Report Prepared By: Coordinated With:
Alexis Braun, Acting Director of Transit and
Community Services
Recreation Committee