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09/22!99 WED 11:13 FAX 16125955773 0SY 9 002 <br /> 4 <br /> City of Hugo , Wnnesota <br /> Parks Commission <br /> Strategic Plan <br /> Introduction <br /> The City of Hugo Parks Commission has developed this Strategic Plan <br /> to provide immediate and long-term strategic guidance and direction <br /> for the development of parks for the citizens and City of Hugo. <br /> Mission <br /> The Hugo parks system provides facilities to accomodate <br /> recreational and social activities for the entire oommunity. <br /> values <br /> The Parks Commission has identified the following set of enduring <br /> values that it believes are embodied in the citizens of the community <br /> and that should guide park planning and development: <br /> The parks system accommodates diverse populations through <br /> development of specific facilities that enhance their quality of <br /> life. <br /> The parks system accommodates the desire for diverse <br /> recreational opportunities. <br /> The parks systems features neighborhood parks that serve as <br /> local recreational and social focal points. <br /> i, The parks system features the preservation and inclusion of open <br /> spaces and natural areas. <br /> Responsible stewardship of community resources guides the <br /> planning and development of the parks system. <br /> Community input is crucial to the success of the parks system. <br /> Park planning and development is sensitive to safety and <br /> property value issues. <br /> Eminent domain is not used to acquire land for the parks systems <br /> unless requested by the property owner. <br /> Vision <br /> Based on the broad mission of the parks system and the enduring <br /> -1- <br />