Santa Ana to give youth opportunities

The City of Santa Ana meets this evening to discuss long-range plans to better serve its children and teenagers by giving them more to do.

The Board of Parks and Recreation is scheduled to discuss a "youth master plan" at this evenings meeting on the second floor of the administrative building of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, 888 W. Santa Ana Blvd.

The plan lays out the city's strategy with regards to how it will increase its offerings for young people.

It includes an assessment of the city's existing ball fields and facilities; ideas for new improved and expanded activities; and suggestions for addressing specific problems, such as gangs or obesity.

The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.