Parks Planning/Development and Urban Forestry

Our department focuses on parks, trails, natural areas, and urban forestry through:

  • Planning to stay aligned with the community's desires and needs for parks, recreation, natural areas, and environmental sustainability.

  • Acquisition to meet the recreational demand and needs of current and future generations, as identified in adopted plans. 

  • Development to enhance recreation opportunities through newly constructed or renovated parks and trails. 

  • Major Maintenance to preserves existing assets and infrastructure in a safe, operable, and accessible condition. 

  • Leveraging Funding through partnerships and external funding to increase available resources. 

  • Urban and Community Forestry staff manages trees to support the health and well-being of people, wildlife, and the natural ecosystem. 

Community Engagement

Renton’s extensive park system has been shaped by ongoing public involvement in long-term visioning and planning.

The city’s Parks, Recreation and Natural Areas Plan ensures that Renton’s park system meets current demand and designed to accommodate the needs of future generations.

The Trails and Bicycle Master Plan reflects the community’s desire for an interconnected trail and non-motorized transportation network that facilitates both local and regional connections.

Through community engagement via platforms like the Your Voice Renton website and in-person events, the city gathers input to guide the development of parks, trails, open spaces, and facilities. These efforts respond to local needs, values, and conditions while preserving the integrity and quality of the parks system.

Current Parks Projects

Parks Planning and Capital Improvement Project (CIP) staff plan and execute major park improvement projects to preserve and enhance Renton’s park system for the current population and future generations.

Visit Your Voice Renton for information on current and recently completed projects. 

 

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