Beyond 2013 – A Transformation Strategy

In 2003, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission adopted Centennial 2013, a vision for the future of State Parks and a plan to carry it out. For the past decade, State Parks has been working with the public and park supporters to upgrade and improve state parks all across Washington.

As Washington State Parks enters its second century of service in 2013, a new plan must be developed to meet public needs and desires, and to continue State Parks' legacy of stewardship for future generations.

A new strategic planning process is now under way, involving recreation, heritage and conservation groups, park neighbors and supporters, legislators and other governments. We are exploring choices and setting direction for the next five years and beyond. We especially want those who love state parks to be involved in the process. Information gained through the process will be used to develop the transformation strategy intended to succeed the Centennial 2013 Plan.

How to get involved

In the spring of 2012, State Parks held 10 public meetings all around the state. The purpose of the meetings was to receive public input on the development of a State of State Parks report for the Governor’s Office of Financial Management and the agency Transformation Strategy to guide state parks into the future. The planning documents used at the meetings and the final State of State Parks report can be found below.

In the winter of 2012-2013, those who participated in the spring public meetings will be sent notice that the draft agency Transformation Strategy is available for review and comment. The draft will be placed on this page as soon as it is available.

If you would like additional information about the Transformation Strategy or would like to be placed on an e-mail list to receive updates on the Strategy, please contact the planning committee below.

E-mail: Strategic.Planning@parks.wa.gov
Phone: (360) 902-8500 ask for Strategic Planning
Mail: Washington State Parks, Planning Program, P.O. Box 42650, Olympia, WA 98504-2650

State Parks looks forward to hearing from you!