Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission - Regular Meeting

The City of Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission held a regular meeting on April 23, 2026, focusing primarily on the city's budget presentation and community engagement efforts. Principal Management Analyst Francisco Arroyo presented an overview of the city's fund accounting, highlighting the general fund as the largest unrestricted fund and discussing revenue sources such as property and sales taxes. The presentation emphasized the challenges of balancing the budget amid rising costs and limited revenue growth, with a call for community participation in a budget priority survey available in multiple languages. Commissioners discussed the importance of parks and recreation funding, community programs, and the need for clear survey options. Additionally, updates were provided on library programs, including the expansion of the Library of Things and upcoming community events, as well as zoo operations, including recent habitat improvements and upcoming events like Brew at the Zoo and Party for the Planet. The meeting concluded with commissioners expressing support for ongoing community programs and encouraging public engagement in budget and recreational activities.