Ninety-three percent of survey respondents said parks, recreation, open space, trails, and golf amenities are important to why they live in Louisville. These aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re part of what makes this community home.
In fall 2025, staff and consultants gathered community input through a survey, focus groups, pop-up events, board presentations, and a public open house. We saw strong participation and received thoughtful, valuable feedback (View the survey result report). A preliminary round of goals and strategies were then drafted and presented at a second public open house on April 14, 2026.
Staff and consultants are currently working on a draft plan that is currently scheduled to be discussed at the August 4 City Council Meeting. Adoption dates will be based on Council direction.
About the Project
We need your input to help guide the future of our Parks, Open Spaces, Trails, Recreation & Senior Center, and Golf Course!
Big things are happening in Louisville—and we want you to join us on the journey!
The Parks, Recreation & Open Space (PROS) Department is creating a new Guidebook to outline department priorities for the next 10+ years.
The Guidebook includes two related plans:
The Long-Range Plan: for Parks, Open Spaces, Recreation & Senior Center, and Coal Creek Golf Course
The Trail System Plan: for trails and trail connections
To get it right, we need to hear from the people who live, work, play, walk, bike, gather, and explore here—that means you. Your input will make sure the Guidebook reflects the diverse interests and evolving needs of the Louisville community.
Because this Guidebook isn’t just about plans—it’s about people. It’s a chance to align community values with real action, helping to ensure that the places you care about continue to support connection, wellness, and quality of life for years to come. Public input will help shape the plan’s focus and discussions will likely include topics such as outdoor recreation amenities, playgrounds, courts, conservation of natural areas, trails, facilities, programs, land acquisitions, and more.
Do you have ideas or opinions about:
Trails & Trail Connections
Pickleball & Tennis Courts
Land Management & Fire Mitigation
Golf Course Facilities
Preschool & Youth Programs
Playgrounds & Park Shelters
Outdoor Recreation Amenities
Native Plants & Noxious Weeds
Recreation & Senior Programs
Education & Volunteer Opportunities
Dog Parks
Sports Fields
Golf Course Maintenance
Mowing & Weed Management
Memory Square Outdoor Pool
Public Land Acquisition
Youth & Adult Sports
Pools & Aquatics Amenities
Sustainable Practices
or anything else PROS related? We want to hear them!
Ninety-three percent of survey respondents said parks, recreation, open space, trails, and golf amenities are important to why they live in Louisville. These aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re part of what makes this community home.
In fall 2025, staff and consultants gathered community input through a survey, focus groups, pop-up events, board presentations, and a public open house. We saw strong participation and received thoughtful, valuable feedback (View the survey result report). A preliminary round of goals and strategies were then drafted and presented at a second public open house on April 14, 2026.
Staff and consultants are currently working on a draft plan that is currently scheduled to be discussed at the August 4 City Council Meeting. Adoption dates will be based on Council direction.
About the Project
We need your input to help guide the future of our Parks, Open Spaces, Trails, Recreation & Senior Center, and Golf Course!
Big things are happening in Louisville—and we want you to join us on the journey!
The Parks, Recreation & Open Space (PROS) Department is creating a new Guidebook to outline department priorities for the next 10+ years.
The Guidebook includes two related plans:
The Long-Range Plan: for Parks, Open Spaces, Recreation & Senior Center, and Coal Creek Golf Course
The Trail System Plan: for trails and trail connections
To get it right, we need to hear from the people who live, work, play, walk, bike, gather, and explore here—that means you. Your input will make sure the Guidebook reflects the diverse interests and evolving needs of the Louisville community.
Because this Guidebook isn’t just about plans—it’s about people. It’s a chance to align community values with real action, helping to ensure that the places you care about continue to support connection, wellness, and quality of life for years to come. Public input will help shape the plan’s focus and discussions will likely include topics such as outdoor recreation amenities, playgrounds, courts, conservation of natural areas, trails, facilities, programs, land acquisitions, and more.
Do you have ideas or opinions about:
Trails & Trail Connections
Pickleball & Tennis Courts
Land Management & Fire Mitigation
Golf Course Facilities
Preschool & Youth Programs
Playgrounds & Park Shelters
Outdoor Recreation Amenities
Native Plants & Noxious Weeds
Recreation & Senior Programs
Education & Volunteer Opportunities
Dog Parks
Sports Fields
Golf Course Maintenance
Mowing & Weed Management
Memory Square Outdoor Pool
Public Land Acquisition
Youth & Adult Sports
Pools & Aquatics Amenities
Sustainable Practices
or anything else PROS related? We want to hear them!
The Guidebook is intended to give the PROS Department direction for the next 10+ years. It will:
Replace the current Parks and Recreation Master Plan (last updated in 2012)
Create the City’s first Trails Master Plan, as identified by the City Charter
Complement previous plans (including the City Comprehensive Plan) and inform future studies, plans, and priorities
The planning process is being led by City of Louisville Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department staff. The City has hired a consulting team led by DTJ Design, who brings significant subject matter expertise at the local and national level.
