Recreation and Park Department
Recreation and Park Department
We provide enriching recreational activities, maintain beautiful parks, and preserve the environment for the well-being of our diverse community.
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Residents and families that thrive
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Clean, safe and livable communities
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A diverse, equitable and inclusive city
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Excellent city services
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A city and region prepared for the future
Strategic Plan Highlights
Inspire Public Space
Inspire Public Space
- Open new parks in new neighborhoods near India Basin, Schlage Lock parcels, and 11th & Natoma, all located in equity zones.
- Renovate outdated playgrounds through the LetsPlaySF! Initiative
Inspire Play
Inspire Play
- Overcome language barriers and increase participation in recreational activities for residents living in low-income neighborhoods.
- Strengthen the safety, health, and wellbeing of San Francisco’s youth and seniors.
- Increase urban farming and community gardening opportunities.
Inspire Investment
Inspire Investment
- Identify public investment strategies in partnership with the Mayor, Board of Supervisors, PROSAC, SF Parks Alliance, and the parks community.
- Fundraise and provide support for community renovation projects such as Randall Museum, Gene Friend Recreation Center, and Civic Center Playground.
Inspire Stewardship
Inspire Stewardship
- Conserve water by installing new faucets and fixtures and modernizing irrigation systems.
- Complete the Trails program and expand the volunteer trail corps network allow residents to escape the city’s hectic pace and explore nature in their own neighborhoods.
Inspire our Team
Inspire our Team
- Use data-driven decision-making for all programs and operations.
- Grow workforce development programs that provide job training and career pathways.