The purpose of the study was to develop a strategic framework, in consultation with the community, so as to: ^A. Identify existing and potential open space in the municipality; ^A. Classify open space types using agreed criteria; ^A. Provide guidelines for the use and development of open space and associated facilities; ^A. Provide analysis of needs, issues, gaps and duplication of provision; ^A. Provide a user friendly mapping tool/system that integrates previous open space overlay maps, and audits, to support written and visual presentation; ^A. Develop an Implementation Plan that includes timelines, identifies responsible agents, and cost implications