Gainesville Parks and Recreation is a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the quality of life of the citizen’s we serve by providing safe accessible recreational opportunities and facilities for thousands of families to enjoy everyday. Our agency is governed by a 9 member Board of Directors appointed by the Gainesville City Council.

We are proud to be one of only 4 nationally accredited parks and recreation agencies in the state of Georgia and only 1 of 71 in the nation.

Gainesville Parks and Recreation has something for everyone. We provide diverse recreation activities that range from Pee Wee, Youth and Adult Athletics to Summer and Sports Camps, Exercise and Wellness Programs, Instructional Classes and Special Events. Our staff takes great pride in the quality programs it develops so that people from all ages and economic backgrounds have the opportunity to participate in beneficial recreational activities.

Our youth athletics division was recently honored with the prestigious Excellence in Youth Sports Award that is presented annually to only 5 organizations worldwide.

Our agency is responsible for maintaining over 425 acres of land, 20 parks, 20 athletic fields, 16 tennis courts, and 12 playgrounds. We operate the Gainesville Civic Center, Frances Meadows Aquatic and Community Center, Martha Hope Cabin, Fair Street Neighborhood Center in addition to assisting with the operation of Allen Creek Soccer Complex and the maintenance of the Lake Lanier Olympic Center. Gainesville is growing and our agency is taking steps to meet that growth. In 2003, we contracted the consulting firm of Lose and Associates to provide a 10-year Strategic Parks and Recreation Plan. With community input and extensive research, a comprehensive plan has been approved and includes over $34 million in capitol improvements over the next ten years. We partner with other service agencies to combine resources that benefit taxpayers. From joint usage facility agreements and shared grant funds to open space acquisition and beautification efforts, we place great emphasis on working in conjunction with community organizations to provide the best to this community. Gainesville Parks and Recreation was founded over 80 years ago by a special election of the citizens of this community, and we strive every day to offer the best customer service possible to the residents we serve.

For a list of staff and Board Members, please click on the staff link to left of this page.