Ord 2019-012/adopting the 2019 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan

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Recommendations GOAL MO-1. CONTINUE KEEPING SAN MARCOS A BEAUTIFUL COMMUNITY. Action MO-1.1. Develop a parks system management plan and inventory of park assets. It is recommended that the Parks and Recreation Department implement and follow the park facility and maintenance rules as listed below.These rules assist with the development of state-of-the- art facilities and amenities, help to create specific levels of expertise to maintain over time,and can be used for training and operational schedules. • All staff to be uniformed,given protective gear,and presented in a professional manner • All parks maintenance gear and vehicles to be appropriately maintained,washed, and identified as a City Parks Department vehicle • Perform all scheduled work using standard arboricultural and horticultural practices for landscape maintenance(see Table 3.14,Recommended Routine Landscape and Facility Maintenance Schedule) • Perform all work necessary to inspect, maintain, repair and replace park amenities on a regular basis • Assign skilled park maintenance staff for athletic field maintenance to create an even, playable,and safe condition to all fields • Cross-train park maintenance staff to complete different maintenance tasks as needed or in the absence of other staff • Train all parks staff each year on safety procedures and expectations Development of management guidelines for public trees should also be considered. Action MO-1.2. Formalize memorandums of understanding(MOUs) with all volunteer groups. Memorandums of Understanding should include defined escape clauses as well as clear expectations of the responsibilities of both the City and the volunteer group.The San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance and the Boy Scouts of America are examples of volunteer groups that are working in the San Marcos area to preserve natural spaces. 130 City of San Marcos, Texas I San Marcos Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan