Department of Parks and Recreation
Mission The Department of Parks and Recreation serves to enrich the lives of city residents and visitors through a wide array of programs and events that contribute to a safe and welcoming city where all residents thrive.
2026 Budget
$7.5M
vs 2025
-15.5%
$1.4M
Staff (FTE)
56
FTE Change
+3
Budget Trend
Top Expenditures
51 - PERSONNEL-SALARIES & WAGES $5.0M
51101 - Regular $3.1M
51103 - Part-Time $1.6M
52 - PERSONNEL-EMPLOYEE BENEFITS $1.1M
52101 - Health Insurance $514K
58 - MISCELLANEOUS $500K
Top Positions by Budget
| Title | FTE | 2026 Budget | 2025 Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary, Part-Time, and Seasonal Allowances | - | $1.6M | $1.5M |
| Recreation Leader 1 | 19 | $847K | $783K |
| Community Center Director | 10 | $557K | $515K |
| Recreation Leader, Part-Time | - | $484K | $470K |
| Senior Lifeguard | - | $303K | $294K |
| First Year Lifeguard | - | $242K | $235K |
| Vacancy Allowance | - | $204K | $203K |
| Program Coordinator, Special Events | 3 | $167K | $155K |
Position Changes
New Positions (+5)
Deputy Director 1 FTE · $121K
Press Officer 1 FTE · $62K
Community Engagement Specialist 1 FTE · $76K
Program Supervisor, Food Systems 1 FTE · $76K
Program Coordinator 3, Aquatics 2 FTE · $129K
Eliminated Positions (-2)
Manager, Aquatics 1 FTE · $84K
Program Coordinator, Recreation 2 FTE · $103K