Strategic Priorities
Track progress of organizational objectives and priorities
3
Objectives
3
Strategies
76%
Avg Progress
Review the public feedback and data collected to develop implementation strategies and prioritize projects to ensure sufficient funding, resources, and staffing to accomplish goals, with a specific focus on improving the parks, trails, and other recreational elements the City currently has and looking for opportunities to expand in the future using impact fees.
Strategy Progress
59%
5.1 Maintain, upgrade, and expand its infrastructure and recreational facilities by renovating aging assets, adding new amenities and indoor spaces, improving signage and accessibility, and using community feedback and data to guide
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is investing in its infrastructure and recreational facilities by renovating aging assets, adding new amenities and indoor spaces, and improving signage and accessibility. This includes collaborating on multiple recreational opportunities such as a disc golf course, a southern dog park, and a connecting trail. Additionally, the city is working on updating park rule signage and has received City Council approval for Phase 2 of Waterfront Park construction, which will include expanded parking and a new pavilion.
Progress
30%
5.2 Enhance recreation programming and community engagement by expanding inclusive and nontraditional offerings, growing special events, partnering with service providers, and responding to evolving community needs.
AI Generated
The City hosted for the first time the Palm Coast Boat Parade. This was the 42nd year of the parade but first time the City of Palm Coast implemented this special event.
Progress
90%
5.3 Modernize communication, technology, and outreach by improving marketing strategies, leveraging digital tools to enhance customer service, and increasing public awareness and access to services.
AI Generated
Information Technology have been working with P&R staff to create a new public facing GIS trail map, park finder, and asset tracker.
Progress
65%
5.4 Strengthen internal operations and staffing by aligning personnel with service demands, updating policies and procedures, and reviewing operational agreements to improve efficiency.
AI Generated
Fee reduction/Fee structure policy was created to help streamline our fee structure approval process. This new policy will help be more efficient and up to date on pricing trends.
Progress
40%
5.5 Expand and diversify its funding sources by pursuing grants and philanthropic support, while exploring cost recovery strategies to sustain long-term growth and service delivery.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast has secured grant funding for various park projects, including expansions at Waterfront Park, the Southern Recreation Center, and pickleball and tennis programs. Additionally, the Parks and Recreation department follows a cost recovery model for all programs and events, tracking and reporting quarterly. The city is also exploring sponsorship opportunities and has submitted a grant application for the Land and Water Converstaion fund grant to support its efforts.
Progress
70%
The City of Palm Coast currently works with local organizations and promotes citywide activities involving arts and history. However, to properly expand the City’s art/cultural/history initiatives, funding options will need to be identified. Considering this, the City will examine allocated city budgets (i.e., CIP, special event budget) as well as expanding search opportunities for external grants and legislative appropriations that can be allocated towards cultural assets and arts.
Strategy Progress
70%
8.1 Strengthen partnerships with local organizations and Flagler County to support and expand arts, cultural, and historical programs and initiatives.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast has strengthened partnerships with local organizations and Flagler County to support and expand arts, cultural, and historical programs and initiatives. Through these collaborations, we have implemented successful events and programs, including the Summer Concert Series, History in the Park, Family Art Night, Historical Speaker Series, and Spring/Fall Art Festivals.
Progress
100%
8.2 Use strategic planning documents and community engagement—including the Parks Master Plan, Cultural Arts Master Plan, and focus groups—to identify evolving needs and opportunities for arts and cultural development.
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast has strengthened partnerships with local organizations and Flagler County to support and expand arts, cultural, and historical programs and initiatives. Through these collaborations, we have implemented successful events and programs, including the Summer Concert Series, History in the Park, Family Art Night, Historical Speaker Series, and Spring/Fall Art Festivals.
Progress
100%
8.3 Conduct peer city research to benchmark arts, cultural, and historical efforts, ensuring Palm Coast remains competitive and aligned with best practices.
AI Generated
As the City of Palm Coast, we investigate arts, cultural, and historical initiatives in other municipalities, both within Florida and across the nation. Our Parks and Recreation Management team is part of the Volusia County Recreation Director Association, which helps us stay informed about best practices. This research is essential to maintain our competitiveness and ensure alignment with the most effective methods.
Progress
0%
8.4 Pursue diverse funding opportunities, including grants and private partnerships, to support arts, cultural, and historical projects identified through research and community input. (FS22 and Stage)
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is exploring diverse funding opportunities, including grants and private partnerships, to support arts, cultural, and historical projects. A local stakeholder meeting has been scheduled with Vavarde Strategic Funding to discuss potential funding for enhancements to the Stage at Town Center. Additional public meetings were held with stakeholders and council.
Progress
100%
8.5 Promote public art by updating ordinances to support creative displays and revitalizing the Art in Public Places Committee in collaboration with the Beautification and Environmental Advisory Committee (BEAC).
AI Generated
The City of Palm Coast is working with the Flagler County Cultural Council and establishing a Parks and Recreation advisory board, which includes a representative for arts, culture, and history. We are also updating ordinances to support creative displays and revitalizing the Art in Public Places Committee in collaboration with the Beautification and Environmental Advisory Committee (BEAC) to promote public art.
Progress
50%
Advance the Charter Review Committee.
Strategy Progress
100%
11.1 Develop an application and selection process for residents to apply to be on the committee
AI Generated
The Charter Review Committee was formally established during the July 15, 2025 City Council Meeting, with each council member appointing a representative and an alternate to serve on the committee. To support a transparent and inclusive selection process, City staff implemented an online application system for residents interested in participating. The application was made available on the City’s website, with a submission deadline of June 18, and was widely promoted through official social media channels to encourage community engagement. Applications were reviewed, and final committee appointments were confirmed at the July 15 City Council meeting.
Progress
100%
11.2 Facilitate public input opportunities to ensure the community’s voice is included in the review process.
AI Generated
Three public engagement sessions were held related solely to the Charter Review and ten committee meetings were held, all open to the public and available for audio or live-streaming.
Progress
100%
11.3 Present the committee’s findings and recommendations to the City Council for consideration
AI Generated
The Charter Review Committee facilitator presented the findings to City Council at the February 24, 2026, Workshop Meeting. City Council provided a list of recommended changes to be considered by Ordinance at a future Business Meeting
Progress
100%