Completed in 2024, the Kent Parks and Recreation Master Plan marks the city’s first comprehensive strategy for its park system. Designed for the “Tree City,” this forward-looking plan offers a realistic and ambitious path to meet the recreational needs of a diverse community—including nearly 30,000 residents and over 26,000 Kent State University students. It addresses a substantial backlog of deferred maintenance while laying out clear priorities for future investment. Emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships, the plan delivers both a compelling vision and the practical framework needed for implementation.
