The Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, directing, and administering all activities related to our parks system and recreation programming, special events, and community outreach programs.
Online Resources
Today's Headlines
TWO SUMMER CAMPS COMMENCE JUNE 11
Summer is just around the corner -- and so is the best park for great summer activities and experiences for your kids: Coral Reef Park! Our Summer Camp is offering rad/KIDS this year. And our Tennis Camp is being lead by our resident pros. Download and complete a Summer Camp registration; and a Tennis Camp Registration form. APR 27, 2012
PARKS PROGRAMMING KEEPING YOU ACTIVE AND HEALTHY
The Village of Parks offers a little something for everyone. Whether you are young or young at heart, there's a team, activity, or class just waiting for you to join in. So come on -- what're waiting for? Please review the current month's programming here.
ENJOY QUITE TIME AT KEN ROBINSON MEDITATION GARDEN
Palmetto Bay's s biggest secret is a special little spot nestled along the canalway in the northeast corner of Coral Reef Park: The Ken Robinson Meditation Garden. This delightful English-styled garden is also the perfect venue to host a small-scale wedding or reception. Contact the Village Events Coordinator for information at 305-234-6383 or via e-mail.
WHERE THE DOGS LET THEIR HAIR DOWN
Palmetto Bay invites you and your pooch to visit its only park where dogs can let their hair down and run free -- Perrine Wayside Dog Park. This well contained and convenient park was named "Best Dog Park" by Miami NewTimes in 2010. (Closed the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (until noon) for maintenance. Find us on Facebook too.
Department News
Parks Calendar for May ... Get ready to get fit! We just posted the calendar of events and activities offered during the month of May throughout the Village park system. Whether you're young or young at heart, we're at your service in "The Village of Parks." MAY 1, 2012
Tennis Play Day ... Parks & Rec is hosting a Tennis "Play Day," May 4 from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Coral Reef Park Tennis Complex. Free for kids 4 and up, enjoy low-pressure competitive and interactive games on the court. Make new friends and play by organized skill level.Call for info: 305-253-8655. APR 27, 2012
SlamFest 2012 ... Palmetto Bay Park hosted the 5th Annual SlamFest, March 22-24. One of the most prestigious events on the softball tournament circuit, the event drew 42 teams to compete Palmetto Bay Park's premier softball complex. Read more in The Miami Herald and see opening day photos. MAR 26, 2012
Department News Archive
PARKS & RECREATION CALENDAR:
Village Park Facilities; Explore the Outdoors!
Please click on the park name to explore each facility.
- Coral Reef Park (51.3 acres)
- Palmetto Bay Park (19.6 acres)
- Perrine Wayside (Dog) Park
- Thalatta Park
- Ludovici Park (Miami-Dade Public Library / Arlene & Edward Feller Community Room & Amphitheater)
About Parks and Recreation
The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the planning, organizing, supervising, directing and administering of all activities related to parks and recreation, special events and community outreach programs. To that extent, the Department directs and coordinates the installation and maintenance of park facilities including park structures and landscaped areas in the parks, prepares bid specifications and project cost estimates for park maintenance outsource contracts, and administers all aspects of said contracts.
The Parks and Recreation Department manages the Village of Palmetto Bay system of local and regional parks which create a compilation of beautiful park facilities. Ranging from serene to active, educational to recreational, and relaxing to exercising, the parks offer a myriad of rewarding activities for all to enjoy.
The "Village of Parks" is home to seven recreational facilities, including the beautiful Charles Deering Estate and Bill Sadowski Park, which are managed by Miami-Dade County.
Department Goals
The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the planning, organizing, supervising, directing and administering of all activities related to parks and recreation, special events and community outreach programs.
The specific goals of the Department are to:
- Enhance parks safety and security during special events, home games, tournaments and before and after hours.
- Seek professional development for Director in all aspects of municipal government and continue to grow all parks and recreation personnel.
- Enhance recruitment of professional parks and recreation staff.
- Continue to seek sponsorships and donations for programming, special events and enhancement of parks.
- Expand in house recreational programming.
- Explore best practices to efficiently and fiscally operate and manage multiple concessions.
- Continue to enhance parks grounds & turf using professional in house staff, developing specific maintenance programs.
- Continue to support Village “Green Initiatives” through commitment to environmental education and conservation.
- Continue to promote and require attendance of management personnel to attend state and national conferences to keep up with certifications and industry initiatives.
- Continue to encourage the cooperation between the village and neighborhood schools.
- Continue to seek innovative and creative ways to improve on operations & expenditures, and look for ways to increase revenue.
- Continue to work with Public Works, PIO, and Police to enhance, promote and protect our park facilities.
- Promote and enhance communications emphasizing the importance of prioritizing and time management.
- Continue to work with contractors/vendors to enhance and repair park facilities.
Forms and Documents
FEE SCHEDULE: Park Facilities and Photography Fees
ORDINANCE: Park Rules & Regulations
REGISTRATION: Summer Camp - 2012
PERMIT APPLICATION - Facility Rental Agreement
CREDIT CARD - Authorization Form
Staff and Contact Information
Village Department of Parks & Recreation (305) 259-1234
Fanny Carmona-Gonzalez, Parks & Recreation Director
Josie Bober, Parks & Recreation Administrative Assistant
Kirk Hearin, Parks & Recreation Manager
Valentin Garcia, Grounds/Facility Maintenance Supervisor
Wayne Silvestro, Parks & Recreation Supervisor
Steve Butler, Parks & Recreation Supervisor
Mary S. Fernandez, Program & Events Coordinator
For party rental information, please visit the Facility Rentals
For Park Programming Contact Information, click here.