Andrew Dimas

This Public Engagement Plan details the methodology for comprehensive stakeholder and public participation in the development and implementation of the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation 10-Year Master Plan. The Master Plan's objectives include establishing a long-term vision for enhancing quality of life, inventorying park assets, planning for growth, prioritizing investments, enhancing operational efficiencies, and increasing park revenues. It aims to address changing demographics, facility development and maintenance, equity, access, resilience, programming preferences, partnerships, and funding, setting goals for parks, trails, open space, and recreation.

This public engagement plan outlines the tools to solicit representative stakeholder and public participation throughout the master planning process for Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation. The plan is structured into four distinct phases: Vision, Assessment, Blueprint for Recommendations and Priorities, and Commitment for Final Plan and Adoption. Each phase details specific public outreach and engagement activities designed to gather comprehensive input, ensuring that the master plan reflects community needs and priorities.

This plan outlines the strategic direction for Development Services, City of Corpus Christi, focused on implementing and enforcing sustainable development regulations to foster community strength, economic opportunity, and quality growth. Key priorities include providing first-rate customer service, continuous process improvement, and staff development. The plan details recent accomplishments from 2021 and strategic initiatives for 2022 and beyond, including transitioning to an electronic platform, achieving staff certifications, updating codes and ordinances, and pursuing department-wide accreditation to elevate performance and service delivery over the five-year period.

The Investment Committee reviewed and approved the Quarterly Investment Report, received a market update from the investment advisor, and conducted general administrative proceedings for the committee.

The committee reviewed progress on several capital improvement projects, including the Coopers Alley boater's facility, marina office construction, and dredging plans. Updates were provided regarding fuel station status, breakwater feasibility studies, and ongoing marketing efforts via social media to attract marina tenants and visitors. The committee discussed water usage policies during emergency curtailment levels, specifically regarding boat washing and mandatory shut-off valves. Additionally, the committee reviewed the upcoming fiscal year budget and proposed drafting a resolution of support for the haul-out and marina office facility project for city council consideration.