Parks & Recreation

Functions

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department operates and maintains the city's numerous parks, recreation areas, and recreational service programs for residents and visitors. The department also partners with many community and state organizations to bring new, exciting ideas into its programming to enhance the community's quality of life.

Let us know if you would like to make a program or general suggestion!

Additional Functions

The Parks and Recreation Commission acts as an advisory board to the City Council. Parks and Recreation Commission meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm in the Valdez City Council Chambers. The public is always welcome.

Mission Statement

Parks and Recreation is an essential service that enhances the quality of life for the community of Valdez, its citizens, and visitors by promoting good personal health; providing opportunities to interact within families, work groups, and neighborhoods; serving as a stimulus for tourism; and fostering community pride.

Current Activities

To keep you updated about all of the programs that are being offered, Parks and Recreation publishes a quarterly newsletter and enters events into multiple online calendars:

• All Parks & Rec Calendars
• Parks & Rec Gym Activities Calendar
• Parks & Rec Special Events Calendar
• Parks & Rec Swimming Pool Calendar
• Parks & Rec Recreation Center Calendar

The 2019 Summer Fun Guide is here! Check out all we have to offer the community this summer.

Divisions

• Aquatics
• Cemetery
• Parks and Trails
• Adult & Youth Activities
• Recreation Center