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Community Input Meeting for Strategic Master Plan

Fri March 7, 2025

Batavia Park District seeks resident feedback for strategic master plan

BATAVIA, IL – As Batavia Park District plans its future goals, members of the community will have a say in shaping those plans. The park district is embarking on a strategic master plan that will direct its resources to enhancing parks, programs and spaces to serve current residents and future generations.

On March 25 and 26, community members are invited to attend one of two community input meetings to help guide the park district’s master plan. Meetings will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Shannon Hall, 14 N. Van Buren St. A crowdsourcing website, YourFunisOurBusiness.com, will be the hub for project updates, meeting details, online surveys and key findings.

The planning process will actively involve the community, gathering feedback through surveys, public forums and stakeholder meetings to ensure resident priorities and concerns are included. All members of the public are invited to give input in the creation of the five year plan. 

Visit the Strategic Master Plan website

Who is responsible for this master and strategic plan?

Batavia Park District staff is leading this work internally and are collaborating externally with lead consultant Next Practice Partners, a national leader in inclusive and innovative planning. The team also includes Engineering and Planning Consultants, Kimley-Horn and survey firm, ETC Institute for site assessments and statistically reliable surveys respectively.

How does this affect me?

Through this plan, we’ll prioritize what matters most to you – whether it’s new programs, improved facilities or accessible green spaces, laying the groundwork for a parks system that grows and adapts alongside our community for years to come. It’s about creating spaces that bring people together, promote well-being, and enrich daily life. From property values to economic impact and rebuilding a sense of community pride, parks and recreation provide a tremendous benefit to our community. The value proposition is priceless.

What are the plan’s goals?

1. Engage the community in shaping a shared vision for the future of parks and recreation in Batavia.
2. Conduct a comprehensive evaluation of existing park and recreation assets to identify opportunities for innovation and areas for improvement.
3. Identify critical gaps in services and amenities, ensuring that residents needs are addressed and prioritize initiatives that will address those needs.
4. Develop actionable recommendations and data-driven strategies that ensure sustainable growth, operational efficiency and unparalleled service delivery.
5. Champion community well-being by creating dynamic, inclusive parks, programs and facilities that inspire a vibrant, connected and healthy population.

How can I share my vision for the future?

The community engagement process offers a variety of ways to provide your input starting with the open-ended comment box on this digital engagement platform.

• Share your feedback through the statistically valid or online survey
• Participate in community focus groups
• Attend the community listening sessions
• Visit our Information Booth at community events to share your feedback
• Email us at Neelay.bhatt@BeNextPractice.com or allisonn@bataviaparks.org