About Us

Mission

Partner with the community to provide exceptional parks, leisure and recreation programs that build strong, healthy lifestyles while contributing to the economic and environmental sustainability of the Village.

Vision

We create community through people, parks, and programs.

Motto

Creating tomorrow's community today!

Accreditation

The Village of Wellington Parks and Recreation Department continues to be recognized as one of the elite park and recreation agencies and departments across the country by earning re-accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). This distinguished accomplishment was awarded during the 2019 NRPA Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.  

CAPRA accreditation is the only national accreditation for park and recreation agencies, and is a measure of an agency's overall quality of operation, management and service to the community. This mark of distinction indicates that an agency has met rigorous standards related to the management and administration of:

  • Facilities
  • Lands
  • Programs
  • Resources
  • Safety
  • Services

As part of the accreditation process, Wellington Parks and Recreation had to demonstrate compliance with 151 recognized standards and document all policies and procedures. Often the process helps identify efficiencies and heighten areas of accountability, all of which translate into higher quality service and operation to benefit the community.

Get Involved

Becoming accredited is very important for our department. It shows our residents, participants and other jurisdictions that Wellington Parks and Recreation is professional, valued, and held to a standard of excellence. Please take a moment to browse our website and join some of our programs, events or activities — or better yet, come out and get involved! Learn how you can contribute to the success of the Parks and Recreation Department and help keep Wellington a Great Hometown!

Get more information on volunteer and sponsorship opportunities.