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Hillsborough County Comprehensive Plan Recreation and Open Space Element (ROSE) Update Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board April 22, 2021 Melissa Dickens, AICP Background and context Overview of process and language updates New language highlights Future steps and timing Feedback and comments on draft language Today’s Discussion Part of the adopted Unincorporated Hillsborough County Comprehensive Plan Comprehensive Plan provides long-range policy direction for the County and the overall community Last major update to overall Comprehensive Plan was 2008, Recreation and Open Space Element language had limited updates at that time Opportunity for innovation, collaboration and modernization Recreation and Open Space Element Introduction Background • Phased approach to update • Developed collaboratively with Parks & Recreation and Conservation & Environmental Lands Management teams • April plan amendment cycle • Significant updates: • Modernize and update the language • Incorporate best practices • Integrate and support master planning efforts Parks and Comprehensive Planning Best Practices Update Incorporates Other Planning Efforts Parks Master Plan 2017-2027 CELM Master Plan Other Parks Planning Documents Other Parks-Related Comp Plan Language Current adopted ROSE Click to edit Master title style Equity and inclusivity incorporated into all aspects of parks planning Access for all community members Integrating parks within the built environment and coordinating with other aspects of planning Programming to enhance community health and tailored to community needs Inclusive engagement and feedback opportunities Ecotourism and sports tourism Balancing maintenance vs. acquisition, criteria for acquisition Green practices and environmental protection Updated ROSE Language - Highlights Ensure an integrated system of recreation and resource-based parks that are accessible, inclusive, equitable, and enhance quality of life for residents and visitors in the community Overall Goal Click to edit Master title style 1. Provide an adequately sited and maintained system of recreational parks, conservation parks, preserves and trails 2. Integrate parks with other aspects of the built environment to enhance the overall community 3. Promote strategic and complementary public and private partnerships 4. Provide diverse recreational programming opportunities that reflect community needs, promote community health, facilitate athletic and outdoor activities, and support tourism 5. Ensure safe and equitable access for all members of the community 6. Continue an inclusive engagement strategy enable and opportunities for ongoing community feedback and input. 7. Ensure the long-term fiscal sustainability of parks and recreation facilities via traditional and innovative funding and financing tools Summarized Objectives Amendment Timeline April •Finalize draft •Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board review •Crosswalks developed showing new vs. old language May •Project website •Solicit feedback and input from the community •Public and stakeholder review and meetings June •Planning Commission Briefing •BOCC Workshop •Make any recommended changes to language August •Planning Commission Recommendation •BOCC Transmittal October •Plan Amendment Adoption Comments on update components or draft language 1 goal, 7 objectives and 60 policies Future engagement opportunities Written comments: dickensm@plancom.org Draft Language – Feedback and Discussion Hillsborough County Comprehensive Plan Recreation and Open Space Element (ROSE) Update Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board April 22, 2021 Melissa Dickens, AICP
