Mission Statement

To improve the quality of life by providing recreational, leisure and aesthetic opportunities for all residents, and by conserving and enhancing the environment. We will accomplish this mission by providing quality programming, making the best use of existing resources, developing a supportive and influential constituency, developing effective collaborations and partnerships, and acquiring and preserving natural features.

About Us

The Parks and Recreation Department currently oversees more than 219 parks, 132 miles boulevards and parkways, 49 ornamental fountains, 152 ball diamonds, 10 community centers, 105 tennis courts, five golf courses, five museums and attractions, 30 pools, 47 shelters, dozens of outdoor events, and more than 400 recreational and educational programs. (Reference Guide 2009). Park Vending Policy.

Current Bids, Requests for Qualifications and Proposals 

It is amazing how much Parks and Recreation benefits our community.

We benefit the individual through: •  Increasing self esteem and self reliance •  Reducing the risk of stress related diseases •  Providing a longer and healthier lifestyle •  Instilling a sense of social belonging •  Eliminating boredom and loneliness
	We benefit the community through: •  Connecting families •  Reducing crime and delinquency •  Enhancing cultural understanding •  Supporting people of all ages
We benefit the economy through: •  Increasing tourism dollars •  Increasing and enhancing land and property values •  The retention of local businesses •  The reduction of vandalism and crime
	We benefit the environment through: •  Cleaner water •  Cleaner air •  Preserving wildlife •  Reducing pollution •  Protecting ecosystems •  Conserving our natural environments

Parks and Recreation does more than provide leisure venues and activities in the park...we also provide a lifetime of memories.

Remember... meeting your friends at the park swing set?
swimming until your entire body was wrinkled?
hitting the game winning single?
fighting the ants while eating an outdoor picnic with your family?