Camas Parks and Open Space Management Plan

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Parks & Open Space Management Plan (POSMP) Final Report

The Parks & Open Space Management Plan (POSMP) report was presented to City Council on August 5, 2024. To view the presentation, please visit https://www.cityofcamas.us/citycouncil/page/city-council-workshop-265. The POSMP report and appendices can be found under the "Documents" section to the right.

Thanks you to all that contributed to developing this plan.




We recognize the vital role that parks and open spaces play in fostering community well-being, recreation, and environmental sustainability. Camas’ parks, open space, greenways and waterways are a critical component of the City’s green infrastructure and play critical roles in supporting healthy, well-functioning ecosystems. These many benefits include maintaining and enhancing air and water quality, mitigating impacts of climate change, capturing stormwater runoff, and providing recreational and scenic opportunities to connect with nature that promote physical and mental well-being. The Parks & Open Space Management Plan (POSMP) responds to the community’s feedback in Camas' long-range Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan to:

1) Maintain what we have

2) Fill gaps and improve trail connections

3) Develop and improve existing parks

by outlining a strategic vision for the thoughtful management of parks and open spaces within the City of Camas, ensuring that they continue to serve as resources for all uses.


POSMP GOAL & OBJECTIVE

Goal: Optimize the management of our resources through data-driven decision making and operational efficiencies.

Objective: The City of Camas aims to create a framework to help prioritize efforts in a way that aligns with community, city, and funding resource goals and shared values. Efficiencies in our own operations will allow for a focus on best management practices (BMPs) in order to set an example, provide clear guidance, and collaborate more with the community.





WE ALL HAVE A ROLE TO PLAY

How can I help my community?

  • Follow guidelines of Parks and Open Space Management Plan and other city codes and ordinances.

  • Support trees and other natural systems on your properties and within your HOA.

  • Volunteer your time and effort towards management of parks and open spaces through initiatives such as the upcoming tree inventory.

How can the City of Camas help me?

  • Provide clear incentives and guidelines for managing private open spaces.

  • Lead by example through public land management efforts.

How can I help the City of Camas?

  • Contribute feedback to shape resource priorities and next steps of the POSMP.

  • Participate in the Comprehensive Plan update process


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Parks & Open Space Management Plan (POSMP) Final Report

The Parks & Open Space Management Plan (POSMP) report was presented to City Council on August 5, 2024. To view the presentation, please visit https://www.cityofcamas.us/citycouncil/page/city-council-workshop-265. The POSMP report and appendices can be found under the "Documents" section to the right.

Thanks you to all that contributed to developing this plan.




We recognize the vital role that parks and open spaces play in fostering community well-being, recreation, and environmental sustainability. Camas’ parks, open space, greenways and waterways are a critical component of the City’s green infrastructure and play critical roles in supporting healthy, well-functioning ecosystems. These many benefits include maintaining and enhancing air and water quality, mitigating impacts of climate change, capturing stormwater runoff, and providing recreational and scenic opportunities to connect with nature that promote physical and mental well-being. The Parks & Open Space Management Plan (POSMP) responds to the community’s feedback in Camas' long-range Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan to:

1) Maintain what we have

2) Fill gaps and improve trail connections

3) Develop and improve existing parks

by outlining a strategic vision for the thoughtful management of parks and open spaces within the City of Camas, ensuring that they continue to serve as resources for all uses.


POSMP GOAL & OBJECTIVE

Goal: Optimize the management of our resources through data-driven decision making and operational efficiencies.

Objective: The City of Camas aims to create a framework to help prioritize efforts in a way that aligns with community, city, and funding resource goals and shared values. Efficiencies in our own operations will allow for a focus on best management practices (BMPs) in order to set an example, provide clear guidance, and collaborate more with the community.





WE ALL HAVE A ROLE TO PLAY

How can I help my community?

  • Follow guidelines of Parks and Open Space Management Plan and other city codes and ordinances.

  • Support trees and other natural systems on your properties and within your HOA.

  • Volunteer your time and effort towards management of parks and open spaces through initiatives such as the upcoming tree inventory.

How can the City of Camas help me?

  • Provide clear incentives and guidelines for managing private open spaces.

  • Lead by example through public land management efforts.

How can I help the City of Camas?

  • Contribute feedback to shape resource priorities and next steps of the POSMP.

  • Participate in the Comprehensive Plan update process


FROM CHALLENGES TO OPPORTUNITIES



















Unable to attend our recent Principles of Urban Forestry webinar? No worries, you can find the full webinar below.



  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Come join us for a community tree inventory exercise that will provide key data of trees in Heritage Park. Please remember to:

    1. Register for this event using the "SIGN UP FOR EVENT" button
    2. Bring your smartphone to the event and follow this link here: www.pg-cloud.com/camaswa. Chrome browser is preferred, but Safari browser will also work.
    3. Please watch this short video on how to use the online tree inventory software - Camas Volunteer Inventory Training VideoWatch Video

    Location: Heritage Park (303 NW Lake Rd, Camas, WA 98607)

    Time: Saturday, April 20th from 9:30am - 12:00pm

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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    On April 19 we had a Parks & Open Space Management Plan open house to share:

    • Project overview and goals

    • Tree Canopy Analysis

    • Financial and Operations Assessment

    • A Systems Approach, Valuing Nature

    • Resource Prioritization Tool

    Please watch our open house presentation below, and view the presentation slides here: https://engagecamas.com/23677/widgets/81491/documents/54349

    Attendees of the open house completed tabling exercises to provide input to the Plan. The following survey provide an online opportunity for you to also share feedback that will help shape key recommendations in the Plan. Please feel welcome to answer and respond to as many questions as you'd like. This survey is open through Sunday, May 5. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts with us. 


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