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FUND: GENERAL - 001
PARKS AND
RECREATION
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Parks & Recreation Department offers
various organized recreational programs and
activities for people of all ages. The Department
provides several sites and facilities throughout
the City for passive and active recreational
activities. It conducts programs, team sports
leagues, and other classes for health, wellness,
and quality of life for City residents. Just a few
of the programs offered are softball, soccer,
flag football, basketball, after-school fun zone,
and golden senior activities. The Department
also runs an aquatic center that offers swim
teams, lessons, fitness programs, and lifeguard
lessons. In addition, the Department runs the
rental program of City facilities for private use.
DEPARTMENT GOALS & OBJECTIVES
In support of the City’s Strategic Plan Priorities
and Strategies, Competent and Effective
Government and High-Quality Lifestyle. In
support of Goal #1, to be a beautiful, livable
city with a vibrant lakefront identity; Goal #2
is to expand the local economy, and Goal #3 to
provide quality, cost-effective public services,
the Department aspires to: 1) provide diversity
in recreational opportunities that are
responsive to all age groups, cultural
backgrounds, and economic strategies. 2)
continue development of recreational facilities
by developing a high quality, diversified
recreation system that provides for all ages
and interest groups. 3) make the City a
better place to live, work, and play by
strengthening community image and sense of
place and promote positive customer service
and experiences through parks and
recreation.
City of Eustis, Florida
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