Access to parks and recreational activities is essential for enhancing the quality of life for City of Schertz residents.  Establishing a top-notch parks and recreation system is a gradual process that requires careful planning.  Similarly, decisions regarding park amenities and recreational programs should be made with community input rather than in isolation. It is crucial to establish a unified vision for the community's parks and recreation system and gradually implement it over time.  This Plan, in coordination with the recently adopted Comprehensive Plan, offers the necessary guidance for achieving this vision.

This Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROST) Master Plan:

• Identifies the implications of current community demographics and projected population growth as it relates to parks and recreation
• Analyzes the current state of the City's parks, recreation facilities, open spaces and trails
• Identifies parks and recreation deficiencies and needs
• Establishes goals, objectives, and recommendations for the next five to ten years
• Prioritizes improvements to the parks and recreation system
• Aids the City in seeking funding opportunities

Recommend approval of PLCPA20240300.

It is the City’s desire to promote safe, orderly, efficient development and ensure compliance with the City’s vision of future growth.

This document should be used as a planning tool by City staff, elected and appointed officials, citizens, and the private development community to understand community desires and move toward long-term community success. The Plan is intended to help coordinate local efforts for Schertz and to work in conjunction with local counties (Guadalupe, Bexar, Comal), area school districts, local organizations and sports leagues.

Recommend approval of PLCPA20240300.

Approval of PLCPA20240300.