Initiative: Increase Residents within a 10-Minute Walk of a Park or Trail
Milestones
- Acquire land for public parks in identified gap areas. | Target date: June 30, 2026
- Construct and open parks on undeveloped properties. | Target date: June 30, 2026
- Construct trails on undeveloped properties. | Target date: June 30, 2026
Performance Measures
- Percentage of Virginia Beach residents within 10 minutes of a park or trail.
Initiative: Secure Council Adoption of the Park System Roadmap for the Future
Milestones
- Obtain final report from the consultant. | Target date: Sept. 30, 2024
- Present final report to the Planning Commission. | Target date: Oct. 31, 2024
- Present final report to City Council for adoption. | Target date: Nov. 30, 2024
Initiative: Implement Expansion of the Tree Mitigation Program
Milestones
- Hire for new forester position. | Target date: Dec. 31, 2024
- Identify appropriate planting locations on City property. | Target date: June 30, 2026
- Prepare sites for planting. | Target date: June 30, 2026
- Map locations for contractors and future documentation. | Target date: June 30, 2026
- Prioritize preservation projects on City properties. | Target date: June 30, 2026
Performance Measures
- Number of trees planted.
- Spending on preservation of trees.
Initiative: Implement 5/31 Memorial
Milestones
- Complete construction documents. | Target date: TBD
- Groundbreaking ceremony. | Target date: TBD
- Dedication ceremony. | Target date: TBD
Initiative: Foster a Sense of Belonging and Inclusive Leadership in the Department
Milestones
- Recognizing the inherent value of employees. | Target date: June 30, 2026
- Promoting civility and professionalism at all levels. | Target date: June 30, 2026
Performance Measures
- Recognition event attendance.
- Civility and professionalism training attendance.