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PARKS & RECREATION - ADMINISTRATION
FY2025-26
ADOPTED OPERATING BUDGET
100-300-300

DIVISION DESCRIPTION
The Parks and Recreation Administration is responsible for optimizing resources and budget to maximize citizen
engagement with parks and leisure services in Grapevine. The division promotes opportunities in health and wellness,
education, conservation, and lifelong learning for all ages and abilities through digital media. It also strives to be the
premier Parks and Recreation Department in the State of Texas by leveraging all available resources and building strong
relationships with community partners and sponsors. The division offers cultural awareness programs, environmental
education, and stewardship opportunities for residents of all ages.

FY25 DIVISION ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Completed Phase 1 of the Performance and Utilization Analysis for The REC and began Phase 2, which includes
concept design.
Received approval in the FY25 budget to complete a Comprehensive Master Plan for the Parks and Recreation
Department.
Began median enhancements throughout the City, including Phases 6 and 7 of the Green Ribbon projects, and
reclassified a position to create a compliance technician for quality control.
Continued to evolve the Litter Ends with Us campaign to address litter concerns and raise awareness in Grapevine.
Partnered with MUSCO to make Oak Grove Baseball a test site for AI umpiring technology.
Started Phase 1 construction of Settlers Park.
Initiated restoration efforts from the TRA project.
Achieved a 40% increase in attendance for the environmental lecture series (Eco Talks).
Received a $42,680 solid waste grant from NCTCOG.

FY26 DIVISION GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Optimize resources and budget to maximize citizen exposure to parks and leisure services in Grapevine.
Promote the Department's opportunities in health and wellness, education, conservation, and lifelong learning
through digital media to all ages and abilities.
Employ all available resources to become the premier Parks and Recreation Department in the State of Texas.
Build relationships with community partners and sponsors to provide opportunities for cultural awareness,
environmental education, and stewardship for residents of all ages.
Pursue grants that support the mission of the Department.
Host environmental education events, lectures, tours, and workshops for the community.
Provide impactful and engaging volunteer opportunities that advance the Department’s mission.

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