News Summary
James City County is inviting community input for its 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The initiative, supported by consulting firm BerryDunn, aims to update recreational facilities, services, and amenities to better serve residents’ evolving needs. With a focus on inclusivity and sustainability, residents can provide feedback through the county’s website, email, mail, or phone. This engagement is critical for ensuring the plan aligns with community preferences and enhances the quality of life in the area.
James City County is inviting residents to provide input on its 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This initiative aims to update the county’s strategic roadmap for parks and recreation, ensuring that facilities and services meet the evolving needs of the community.
The county has engaged BerryDunn, a national consulting firm, to assist in the development of this updated plan. The focus will be on identifying priorities for enhancing parks, facilities, services, amenities, and programming to foster inclusive, high-quality recreational opportunities for all county residents.
How to Provide Input
Community engagement is key to the planning process, and residents have multiple avenues to share their insights:
- Visit the county’s website.
- Email [email protected].
- Mail feedback to James City County Parks & Recreation, 5320 Palmer Lane, Suite 2A, Williamsburg, VA 23188.
- Call 757-259-5410 for more information.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the county’s progress concerning the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, emphasizing the importance of community feedback in shaping future projects.
Plan Objectives
The updated master plan will explore various initiatives to better serve the public, with a specific goal of enhancing recreational opportunities in a sustainable manner for all demographic groups. This includes improving facilities and services to accommodate diverse community preferences and ensuring accessibility for everyone.
Background Context
The foundation of the 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Plan is based on aggregate community feedback along with a thorough analysis of existing parks and facilities. The planning process is designed to align with the county’s dedication to maintaining public spaces that enrich community life and promote wellness.
This public input call is a crucial part of the development phase, as it aims to accurately reflect the desires and preferences of community members. By incorporating feedback, the county hopes to create a comprehensive plan that will enhance the quality of life for its residents through better parks and recreation facilities.
As the planning progresses, the county looks forward to collaborating with community members to ensure the Parks and Recreation Master Plan serves the needs and aspirations of the people in James City County.
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Additional Resources
- WDaily: Help Shape James City County’s 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Wikipedia: James City County, Virginia
- Daily Press: JCC Rec Center Pool Closes for Major 5-Month Renovation Project
- Google Search: James City County Parks and Recreation
- WDaily: From Sunrise to Sunset James City County Parks & Rec Says Play All Day
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Park
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- Google News: James City County 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
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