City Council Agenda and Packet 2017 01 10

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City of Louisville Programs, Goals, Sub -Programs and Objectives Programs Goals Sub -Programs Sub -Program Objectives Parks Provide well-maintained parks and landscaped areas that are easy to walk to and enjoyable to visit or see; sports facilities that are fully used and properly maintained; and a suitable final resting place that meets community needs. Parks Well maintained, popular parks and facilities that provide multiple outdoor opportunities for residents of and visitors to Louisville to enjoy. Cemetery Provide a suitable final resting place that meets community needs. Open Space & Trails Acquire candidate properties as they become available and preserve, enhance and maintain native plants, wildlife, wildlife and plant habitat, cultural resources, agriculture and scenic vistas and appropriate passive recreation. Acquisition Maintain an up to date list of high-priority candidate parcels for acquisition. Contact each property owner and, based on the owner's expressed interests, determine the most effective strategy for voluntary acquisition of or easement on each candidate parcel. Maintain contact with each property owner consistent with their expressed interests. Voluntarily acquire candidate parcels at a price that reflects the current market value for comparable property (considering all development restrictions, size, location, existing development, and other relevant factors). Maintain funding for acquisition consistent with adopted Council policy. Maintenance and Management Manage the City's Open Space properties in a manner consistent with good stewardship and sound ecological principles that benefits citizens of Louisville by promoting native plants, wildlife, wildlife and plant habitat, cultural resources, agriculture and scenic vistas and appropriate passive recreation. Education and Outreach To inform and educate residents and visitors about the City's diverse Open Space properties and the many benefits associated with these lands. To involve residents and visitors in activities that encourage understanding and stewardship of these lands. Trail Maintenance Maintain all trails to a satisfactory level to encourage recreation and to enable safe walking, running and bike riding around Louisville. New Trails Construct the highest priority new trails and trail connections to enhance the trail system in a manner consistent with City Council adopted plans. Recreation Promote the physical, mental and social well-being of residents and visitors through a broad range of high-quality, reasonably priced recreation and leisure activities for people all ages, interests and ability levels. Youth Activities Provide programs which stimulate physical, social, and cognitive skills for the youth of Louisville. Encourage community responsibility through volunteer service that supports the well-being of the community. Provide an individualized learning environment in which each child may grow and learn at their own pace. Adult Activities Encourage physical activity, intellectual stimulation, and social well-being by offering adult sports leagues, adult educational programs, and other events. Senior Activities and Services Encourage physical activity, intellectual stimulation, and social well-being through programs and services for persons 60 and older. Aquatics Provide comprehensive aquatics programming that meets the needs of the community through highly accessible, enjoyable, and varied opportunities for learning and recreation. Offer a safe, responsive and welcoming aquatics environment that promotes the health and well-being of residents and visitors. Golf Course Provide an enjoyable, yet challenging course for residents and visitors of all skill levels. Attract and retain golfers by offering competitive rates and amenities, continuous maintenance and professional management. Operate as an Enterprise by generating sufficient revenue to cover operations, debt service and capital replacement. 2017 01 10 Work Plan 01 Programs, Goals, Sub -Programs & Objectives.xlsx 5 Page 2 of 4 1/6/2017