As part of the strategic planning review of the Comp Plan , the following action items have been identified as priority based on future organizational capacity and increased funding . When those become available , the Strategic Plan will be amended accordingly to add these priorities to the short-term actionable plan .
Goal Area
Priority for Short-Term Pending Funding
Parkland • Continue improvements and upgrades to parks
• Additional planning for greenways
Programming • Enhance Senior Center facility for continued programming
Arts and Cultural Resources • Expand GPAC ’ s It ’ s Showtime series with national acts
• Develop a cultural heritage trail
• Develop a public art program
Operations • Conduct a capacity / use study for PRCR ( fields , buildings , staff resources )
• Expand training and professional development opportunities for staff
Finances • Incorporate new assets ( facilities ) in cost of service study
Long-Term and Aspirational
• Development of new indoor recreational facility ( 21,900 + sq . ft ) and additional greenways ( 33- 42.7 miles )
• Study economic and health impact of parks
• Use tools such as Program Evaluation Matrix and Mini Business Plans
• Cultural heritage and preservation programs
• Expand use of technology
• Increase administrative support in the department
• Continue to explore varied funding sources
GARNER PRCR STRATEGIC PLAN 2023-2027 17 9 / 28 / 2023