The Austin Parks and Recreation Department is as diverse as the community it serves.
As in so many other aspects of life, the key to running a successful department is
having the ability to strike a balance between young and old, tradition and innovation,
and the needs of one versus the needs of many. Keeping this in mind, our employees
continually strive to honor the past while embracing the challenges of the future,
and to serve an entire community while maintaining meaningful connections with individual
participants.
Mission The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Department is to provide, protect and preserve a Park System that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community.
The goal of the master plan is to return the site to its former glory, where the water was cleaner and the experience of the pool was more enjoyable.
To qualify as a Tree City USA community, a town or city must meet four standards established by The Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters.
The Long Range Plan will serve the Parks and Recreation Department for the next 5 years.
