Mission 26

As Oakland County Parks marks its 60th anniversary in 2026, Mission 26 reflects the need to look forward and ensure we are positioned to meet today’s pressures as well as tomorrow’s needs.

Mission 26 At a Glance

Mission 26 provides a shared framework for improving parks, strengthening partnerships and shaping decisions with public input by:

Creating a shared framework for long-term decision-making
Coordinating investments, partnerships and priorities
Engaging the public early and meaningfully

Quick Links:

Explore the Mission 26 Plan
View the Parks and Partnerships Map

Why Mission 26?

Parks are essential to health, learning, climate resilience and everyday quality of life. Oakland County has extraordinary parks, trails, waterways and natural areas, but how people experience those assets can feel fragmented. Mission 26 strengthens connections between parks, partners and communities so residents can access and enjoy recreation and nature close to home.

A Proven Model, Applied Locally

Mission 26 is inspired by the National Park Service’s Mission 66, a coordinated, long-term effort launched in the 1960s to modernize and strengthen the national park system during a period of rapid change. With Mission 26, we are applying that approach locally, bringing coordination, long-term focus and public engagement to how parks evolve across Oakland County.