The Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District is updating their Comprehensive Plan for 2026 and is seeking community-wide input to shape the future of parks, trails, recreation programs, natural areas, and facilities across Bainbridge Island. The Comprehensive Plan is a guiding document that’s updated every six years and assesses the data about what we have, what we need, and where we’d like to go. The Park District will be collecting public feedback in a variety of ways, including online, and at Park District events, and public meetings. The survey can be accessed at biparksurvey.org/open.
This project is led by Framework Consultants, with survey and data work done by RRC Associates. A random sample of households on Bainbridge were mailed a postcard with a link to complete a survey online. The participants have provided a statistically valid response, and the Park District has now opened the survey to all residents.
The results of this survey and other feedback gathered will provide insight on how to grow responsibly into the future, including specific recommendations for physical improvements to parks and recreational opportunities over the next six years. Residents will have the opportunity to consider the Park District’s mission, role, current goals, and funding to help the Park District establish its priorities.
All feedback to date, including the statistically valid survey results, will be shared with the community at an Open House on Saturday, June 21, 10:00a–12:00p, at the Bainbridge High School Commons building, 9330 NE High School Road. It will be a family-friendly, drop-in event with activities for kids, and a meaningful way to kick off the summer with refreshments to be provided by the Parks & Trails Foundation.
Can’t attend in person? Join online via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85263484324#success
All project information, including the existing park comprehensive plan, process details, and proposed plan updates, are available on the official project webpage at biparks.org/comprehensive-planning.
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