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News and Information
 The Ken Robinson Meditation Garden is now open at Coral Reef Park.
 Summer Camp 2008 Registration has begun! Coral Reef Park camp runs from June 9 through August 8th; Softball camp at Palmetto Bay Park is July 14-18 and August 11-15. We are excited to offer three camps! You may download the registration forms for: Coral Reef or Softball at Palmetto Bay Park. More information is available here.
 Perrine Wayside Park will close every 3rd Tuesday of the month for scheduled maintenance. Click here for additional information.
Village Park Facilities; Explore the Outdoors!
Please click on the park name to explore each facility.
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.
Biography - Ana M. Garcia, CPRP
Ana Garcia brings a wealth of information and experience to the Village of Parks! Prior to joining Palmetto Bay, she was the Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of South Miami. During her six year tenure, she was successful in securing over $5 million in grants funding to improve city parks.
Ms. Garcia is very energetic and dedicated to her current post to truly position Palmetto Bay as the “Village of Parks.” A community that cherishes its recreational amenities and green spaces. Her goal is to ensure that all Village parks are both fun—and safe—for children and adults.
Ms. Garcia holds a bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Management from Florida International University and has met and exceeded the requirements of National Certification Standards and is duly qualified as a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP).
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:
- Network with counties and other municipalites to stay abreast of latest developments in the parks and recreation industry and seek necessary certification in the area
- Take lead role with all Village-wide special events
- Implement uniform user fee policies
- Explore new possibilities that will enhance revenue collections for the parks system
- Work with local schools and organizations to coordinate activities that are beneficial to our local youths
- Increase participation in park and sports events
- Provide quality parks programming
- Actively seek funding opportunities and secure funds for the development of parks and recreation programs and facilities
- Ensure safety of park patrons
Forms and Documents
Staff and Contact Information
Ana M. Garcia, CPRP, Director of Parks & Recreation
Fanny Carmona, Parks & Recreation Manager
Josie Bober, Administrative Assistant
Eugene (Gator) Rebhan, Recreation Manager
Angela Eguilior, Parks & Recreation Supervisor
Phone: 305-259-1234
Fax: 305-259-1290
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