Vision SMTX Comprehensive Plan Adopted 2024

OUR VISION FOR EQUITABLE AND COMPATIBLE GROWTH

San Marcos has a robust system of parks, open space areas, and trails. By enhancing access and expanding opportunities for active and healthy living, San Marcos will continue to be a highly desirable community that promotes and achieves high levels of resident well-being, satisfaction, and quality of life. Active residents of all ages are the basis of a healthy and thriving community. Policies and programs that increase access to active transportation, parks and open space, recreation activities, healthy foods, and healthcare services all enhance overall community health and wellness. While San Marcos has a robust parks system, certain areas of the community do not have easy access to these resources. While it is not always feasible to provide sidewalk access to all amenities in dispersed areas, trail networks and multi- use paths that use drainage ways could be utilized to provide enhanced connections between parks, open spaces, schools, and neighborhoods. Planning for and providing infrastructure and services is one of the most important responsibilities of a municipality. Residents need to be secure in the knowledge that they can rely on quality emergency, community, and public safety services for current populations and that proper plans are developed to provide for future growth. PARKS & PUBLIC SPACE + HEALTH, SAFETY & WELLNESS

Schulle Canyon Natural Area, 100 Ridgewood Lane

Rio Vista Splash Pad, 555 Cheatham Street

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SAN MARCOS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2024 SAN MARCOS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN