What is a park master plan and why do we need it?

A park master plan:

• is a strategic, living document
• is a framework for future planning and decision-making around park facilities, trails, and open spaces
• articulates a vision for the park and highlights priorities and long-term aspirations
• is organized around a series of layered maps that together form a cohesive plan
• sets out a clear implementation plan going forward

Rocky Point and Old Orchard parks are well enjoyed by the local community and visitors from throughout the region. As the region’s population grows, however, these parks face intensifying usage pressures which can lead to heightened stress on aging infrastructure and the natural environment. Master plans for these two parks, which will include an updated assessment of park spaces and plans for strategic renewal, will help us improve community well-being, social equity, and the resiliency of the parks’ natural habitats.