The Barbara Bennett and Wingfield Parks Master Plan will play a role in shaping the future of these parks while ensuring that the community's voice is heard. The Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Stantec Consulting started developing this plan in January 2023. The initial idea for this Master Plan project was presented to the Ward 1 Neighborhood Advisory Board and the Recreation and Parks Commission.

The master plan project at Wingfield and Barbara Bennett Park will guide planning for improvements to the parks that will accommodate a wide range of ages, abilities, and interests for years to come.  

Development Process

The Parks and Recreation Department conducted a community-wide survey and met with Stakeholders to gather initial feedback for Wingfield, Whitewater and Barbara Bennett Parks. A community public input survey was also held to gather information related to the user experience for these parks. This initial feedback was used to develop initial conceptual designs showing potential improvements at these parks. The Parks and Recreation department held a public workshop to present these designs and along with a second community survey to solicit input regarding the conceptual designs. The input received was analyzed and used to develop the preferred plan for these parks which will be incorporated into the Preliminary Master Plan document. The preferred plan was presented at a virtual community workshop on October 30, 2024. A recording of the workshop is available for viewing on the City of Reno YouTube page. The Preferred Plan presentation is also available to review. 

The final Master Plan was presented to the Recreation and Parks Commission at their regular meeting on January 28, 2025. Input was provided by Commissioners and the public and the plan modified and was brought back for official endorsement by the Recreation and Parks Commission on February 25, 2025. 

• View the Wingfield/Barbara Bennett Master Plan