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STRATEGIC DIRECTIVE: OUTDOOR RECREATION & AMENITIES
KEY INITIATIVES
of existing parks, the City will expand its trails for improved
bike and pedestrian access and expand the accessibility
of recreational sports for both youth and adults. Other
recreational initiatives will include evaluating partnerships with
private sector developers and considering land ordinances that
ensure future residents have access to open space like current
residents now enjoy. Lastly, the City will work to increase
waterfront and aquatic amenities so that residents can more
fully appreciate the bay in Baytown.
* Continue to invest in and maintain the high quality and
number of existing parks and recreational amenities
throughout the city, while addressing any
apparent inequities
* Consider creating a parkland dedication ordinance
requirement for new developments to include open
space for recreation
* Improve connectivity of outdoor trails and bike lanes
* Expand and connect Goose Creek Trail using bike lines
and pedestrian access
* Maintain and expand properties to enable organized sports
such as soccer, football, disc golf, pickleball, and more
* Evaluate partnerships with private sector entities on
increasing golfing amenities to residents, namely the
private development of Evergreen Golf Course
I WANT TO LIVE IN A
COMMUNITY WHERE ALL
MEMBERS OF MY FAMILY CAN
ENJOY AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE. "
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WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?
* Increased access to outdoor recreation
* Less discrepancy in quality between parks across the city
* Increased number of quality waterfront access points
* Continue improving resident satisfaction in recreational
amenities and park facilities, as measured by
resident satisfaction surveys
* Increased attendance at public events
* Increased enrollment in public recreation leagues, both
youth and adult
* Continue to partner with the GCCISD in leveraging the
Bicentennial Park Amphitheatre for public events
and entertainment
* Explore possibilities regarding the future addition of
recreational complexes throughout the city
* Complete next phase in development plan of the Nature
Center, which includes the merger of the Wetland Center
* Explore additional waterfront recreational opportunities to
improve resident access to the bay and bayous for aquatic
recreation, kayak, and paddleboard rentals
* Identify waterfront property to develop easier access
to recreation, namely kayaking and/or paddle boarding
access, and beachfront development
aytown is uniquely positioned in the greater Houston
area to offer residents and visitors an abundant array
of outdoor activities and plans to further build upon
this strength. In addition to maintaining the quality
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