# Lexington launches 10-year parks master plan  
**Published:** 2026-05-27T14:00:00.000Z  
**Source:** [LFUCG General News](https://www.lexingtonky.gov/news/city-launches-discover-great-places-green-spaces-parks-recreation-master-plan)  
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LEXINGTON, Ky. — The City of Lexington has launched a comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan called ["Discover Great Places + Green Spaces"](https://www.lexingtonky.gov/parkplan) to guide improvements to the city's parks, programs, facilities and operations over the next decade and beyond, according to [an announcement from LFUCG General News](https://www.lexingtonky.gov/news/city-launches-discover-great-places-green-spaces-parks-recreation-master-plan).

The community-driven planning process will assess Lexington's existing parks and recreation system, identify current needs, anticipate future demand and build a shared long-term vision. The plan will provide system-wide recommendations and establish clear guidelines for implementation, with projects prioritized for phased investment over a 10-plus year timeline.

Lexington's parks system includes 110 parks and community trails, 4,500 acres of green space, 90 miles of trails, 147 courts, 12 aquatics facilities, 5 golf courses, 5 community centers, 4 natural area parks, and 2 arts centers.

Mayor Linda Gorton emphasized the importance of community input. "Our parks system is such an important part of what makes Lexington unique and great," she said. "Greenspaces and parks facilities enhance our quality of life, educate us on the importance of environmental stewardship, and most importantly, build community."

The new master plan comes on the heels of major community support for parks funding. In 2024, 61% of the community voted in favor of the Park Fund, which provides $8 million a year of funding with no sunset. The Park Fund will be available to expense in January of 2026.

The master plan will use data-driven analysis and extensive public engagement to evaluate demographics, recreation trends, facility conditions and levels of service citywide. Recommendations will identify opportunities for improved and new parks, enhanced facilities, expanded programming and operational efficiencies while prioritizing projects and funding considerations.

Monica Conrad, Director of Lexington Parks and Recreation, noted that "this plan will help shape Lexington's green spaces for the next 10 years and reverberate for many generations afterward." The department goes through the master planning process every 10 years, with recent amenities and improvements directly resulting from previous planning efforts.

Residents can participate in the community-driven planning process and provide input on the master plan through public engagement opportunities.

## Sources

- [LFUCG General News](https://www.lexingtonky.gov/news/city-launches-discover-great-places-green-spaces-parks-recreation-master-plan)
- [Information about the Park Fund and available January 2026](https://www.lexingtonky.gov/playing/parks-administration/park-fund)
- [Comprehensive overview of Lexington's park system and accreditations](https://planning.org/consultants/rfp/9317410/)

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