2008-2009 Parks, Arts & Recreation Plan Update
During 2008-2009, the Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation Department will be updating the Parks, Arts & Recreation Plan. There will be a public input workshop to gather input for the update on November 20, 2008, 6:30-8:30pm, at The Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St. NW, Olympia, WA 98501.
Public Input Workshop Flyer
Plan Update Schedule
If you are unable to attend the public input workshop, you may submit written comments by email until November 30, 2008.
2002 Parks, Arts & Recreation Plan
The current plan was formally adopted by the Olympia City Council on November 4, 2002.
Introduction (pdf)
Preface
Acknowledgements
Executive Summary
City Council Resolution
Chapter 1 - Vision (pdf)
The Vision
Looking Forward...
Chapter 2 - Background (pdf)
Purpose of the Plan
Objectives of the Plan
Changes Since 1991
The Planning Process
Chapter 3 - Olympia Today (pdf)
Introduction
Olympia - Its People
Olympia - The Place
Summary of Significant Issues
Chapter 4 - Public Involvement (pdf)
Introduction
Special Interest Group Interviews
Community Workshop
Steering Committee Meetings
Summary of Public Input Findings
Chapter 5 - Goals and Policies (pdf)
Introduction
Park and Facilities Management
Arts Program Management
Recreation Program Management
Chapter 6 - Park and Facility Plan (pdf)
Introduction
Parkland, Open Space and Facility Inventory
Park and Open Space Needs
Facility Needs
Facilities Plan Map
Trails and Pathways
Specialized Recreational Facilities
Waterfront Access
Maintenance Areas
Chapter 7 - Recreation Programs and Services (pdf)
Introduction
Youth Programs
Teen Programs
Athletic Programs
Leisure Recreation Classes
Special Events
Outdoor Adventure Programs
Future Challenges and Needs
Chapter 8 - Arts Programs and Services (pdf)
Vision
Arts in the Olympia Area
The City of Olympia Arts Program
Survey Findings and Conclusions
Chapter 9 - Implementation (pdf)
Introduction
Policy Formulation
Proposed Pace of Park Development
Plan Implementation Schedule
Potential Funding Sources
Capital Facilities Plan
Plan Implementation Schedule (pdf)