Alviso Adobe Community Park Strategic Plan FINAL April 2015

Background and Approach Page 1 Alviso Adobe Community Park Strategic Plan April 2015 Background and Approach This strategic plan was developed based on feedback provided through:  Four meetings with the Alviso Adobe Community Park Strategic Planning Task Force  An environmental scan  Two community meetings  One employee meeting  An online user survey This strategic plan presents the vision, mission and guiding principles that will be used to guide future decision making for the Alviso Adobe Community Park. It also contains a set of goals and strategies to be implemented during the next five years to fulfill the mission of the park and work towards achieving its vision. Background The Alviso Adobe Community Park is a unique historical asset in the Tri- Valley region. The park is registered as a California historical landmark and houses an original adobe that was built in 1854. The park serves both as an historical and environmental resource, offering interpretive and interactive programs to City of Pleasanton residents and visitors. Strategic Planning Process The process to develop this strategic plan was initiated because of a desire to engage the community to articulate a vision and mission of the park and determine whether the facility is maximizing its full potential. As a result of the strategic planning process, a number of opportunities for improvement were identified that could position the park to better serve the community. A wide range of interested stakeholders and partners was invited to participate in the development of the strategic plan. Avenues of engagement included a strategic planning task force, two community meetings, an employee meeting and an online user survey. The Alviso Adobe Community Park is registered as a California historical landmark and houses an original adobe that was built in 1854.