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Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission
is charged with advising the City Council on matters related
to City programs and facilities dedicated to recreation, i.e.,
those programs and facilities established primarily for the
participation of and/or use by residents of the City. This
general charge includes advising on:
- Adequacy and maintenance of such
facilities as parks and playgrounds, recreation buildings,
facilities, and equipment.
- Adequacy, operation, and staffing
of recreation programs.
- Modification of existing programs
and facilities to meet developing community needs.
- Long range planning and regional
coordination concerning park and recreational facilities.
Mission Statement: The
City of Menlo Park Parks and Recreation Commission will strive
for excellence in teamwork to: preserve and protect open space
and parklands; be responsive to community needs for leisure,
cultural, and social programs; affirm the diversity in the
community; maintain
its availability, visibility, and accessibility to the community
and the media; promote safety in all facilities and programs;
be financially responsible; and maintain a liaison between
the community and city government.
Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday
of every month at 6:00 p.m. at the Menlo Park Recreation Center.
Note: This meeting is held quarterly at the Onetta Harris Community Center. Call
330-2200 for the location of the meeting. Send recommendations
and comments to: Chairperson, Parks & Recreation Commission,
701 Laurel Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025; or phone 650.330.2200
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