FAQ Topic: Open Space Element
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL OS-3: Maintain and manage parks, recreation facilities, trails and open space to sustain City assets and support safe use. 3.1 Park and facility maintenance resources. Evaluate and identify the funding, staffing and resources needed to provide quality preventative and routine maintenance for existing sites as well as … Continued
An implementation plan is a coordinated series of actions the City desires to take in the future that are intended to advance, over the long term, the City’s Shared Vision, Core Values, and the General Plan goals and policies. An implementation plan is thus a follow-up measure for this element. Taken as a whole, these … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame GOAL OS-2: Provide welcoming, inclusive, safe, and healthy parks, recreation facilities, and programs to serve Santa Ana residents regardless of age, ability, or income. 2.1 Public safety audits. Conduct public safety audits to determine areas with the highest levels of crime; pursue funding to create public safety programs … Continued
Ref # Implementation Action Agency / Time Frame Goal OS-1: Provide an integrated system of accessible parks, recreation facilities, trails, and open space to serve the City of Santa Ana. 1.1 Park needs assessment and master plan. Create, adopt, and implement a park needs assessment and master plan, based on community input, defining park service areas … Continued
Open space is a limited and valuable resource that provides multiple benefits to those living and working in Santa Ana. It provides a place of relaxation and reprieve from the urban environment. It also offers a place to gather, celebrate, learn, or exercise, whether one is alone, with friends or family, or with other members … Continued
Maintain and manage parks, recreation facilities, trails and open space to sustain City assets and support safe use. Policy OS-3.1 Park and Facility Maintenance Ensure all parks, recreation facilities and open spaces are well maintained. Policy OS-3.2 Maintenance Resources Ensure that funding, staffing, and other resources are available to maintain existing parks and facilities, as … Continued
Provide welcoming, inclusive, safe, and healthy parks, recreation facilities, and activities to serve Santa Ana residents regardless of age, ability, or income. Policy OS-2.1 Recreation Variety Provide a variety of recreation facilities and activities to meet the diverse needs of the community. Consider needs for indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities, as well as traditional and … Continued
Provide an integrated system of accessible parks, recreation facilities, trails, and open space to serve the City of Santa Ana. Policy OS-1.1 Park Master Plan Create and regularly update a citywide parks master plan to provide guidance for the acquisition, development, maintenance and programing of parks, recreation facilities, trails and open space to meet community … Continued
The purpose of the Open Space Element is to identify, preserve, and add open space areas that provide value to the community and enrich the quality of life. Such lands or waters provide value in the form of recreation, health, biodiversity, wildlife conservation, and aesthetics. Additionally, open spaces are used for climate change mitigation and … Continued