Department  Summary

The City of San Luis Obispo Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for providing the community with a wide variety of recreation programs, planning new park facilities, and managing City open space that is accessible to the public.

Parks & Recreation is a customer driven service that is responsive to the needs of the public. Recreation programs promote wellness and human development through leisure pursuits. The Department can also facilitate the rental of a number of indoor and outdoor recreation sites. Department staff manage a wide range of special events and parades that occur in San Luis Obispo. Park Rangers create a safe and secure environment for the public to enjoy the City's parks and open space areas and encourage protection of natural resources.

Mission Statement

With integrity and enthusiasm we are committed to providing quality parks, open space, recreation, cultural and educational services, essential to the enhancement and promotion of personal well being and a sense of community.

Activities/Facilities The San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department strives to be a well-organized, quality oriented, and accommodating organization that meets the needs of all users regardless of ability and interests.

      The Department works to provide quality beneficial activities for all ages with a focus on safety, wellness, and enjoyment

      Facilities shall be safe and clean for all users

Staff The main goal of Parks and Recreation staff is to facilitate the needs of the users by being flexible and accommodating through the use of good customer service

      Front-line staff shall be effectively trained in program aspects and users needs

      Employees are chosen for their professionalism and commitment to Department goals, enthusiasm about their jobs, and pride in the work that is produced

      Department staff are committed to act as counselors, motivators, and mentors

      Accomplishments of staff are recognized at all levels of the organization

      Staff input is encouraged at all levels

      Staff strive to work together and be team players

Customers The service goal of the Department is to provide customers with answers in a timely manner and always have someone available to answer questions when first asked

      The concept of "one-stop shopping" is actively pursued in serving customer's needs

      Customer feedback and comments about programs and facilities are greatly valued

      Parks and Recreation shall serve as a facilitator between City departments and community groups to fulfill needs

      Customers are treated with courtesy and respect

      The Department shall fill the needs of a growing and diverse population