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City of Bedford
Program Summary
FY 2020-2021

Fund: General
Department: Community Services Division: Parks

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Parks Division is dedicated to providing Bedford citizens with a well maintained parks system. The Parks Division is responsible for
the maintenance and operation of 145.5 acres of park land, including the facilities and infrastructure on those properties, such as the
municipal aquatic centers, athletic fields, lighting, irrigation, and restrooms. In addition, the Parks Division manages the City-wide
mowing and chemical application contracts which service medians, right-of-ways, grounds at City facilities, well sites, and drainage
ways.

FY 2019-2020 HIGHLIGHTS

∗ Addition of new sidewalks at Meadow Park, Stormie Jones, and Dewey Tennant Park.
∗ Grand Reopening and Dedication of Carousel Park. Improvements include the addition of a new play structure, concrete borders,
water fountain , and repainting of other structures.

FY 2020-2021 DIVISIONAL GOALS
(AS RELATED TO COUNCIL STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS)

Revitalization
∗ Reinvest and maintain the parks system to encourage and support similar reinvestment in neighborhoods.
Organizational Excellence
∗ Continue to provide safe and friendly parks, playgrounds, and athletic facilities.
∗ Support training and development of employees to improve skills, efficiency, and safety.

Communicate & Engage with Citizens
∗ Be proactive in meeting cultural, educational, recreational, and historical needs through assisting with the events of the
Beautification Commission, Cultural Commission, and other City activities.
∗ Support Beautification Commission events to help foster citizen involvement.
∗ Efficiently maintain the parks system to encourage participation in outdoor recreation.
∗ Continue to be responsive to requests, suggestions, and needs of the community.

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