City of Surrey's 2024-2028 Financial Plan

DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE

MISSION STATEMENT We serve our community to improve the quality of life for everyone through exceptional delivery of parks, recreation and culture amenities, programs and services. Our mission is achieved by the provision of: • High quality parks and facilities for all; • Engaged and healthy community; • Vibrant and creative city; • Leader in environmental stewardship; and • Effective management of resources. KEY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES The programs, facilities and services of the Parks, Recreation & Culture (“PRC”) Department are key components to providing access to safe and engaging recreation and cultural opportunities, protecting the natural environment and enhancing the quality of life for all. The department is organized into core service divisions, each responsible for a variety of services and facilities: PARKS The Parks division plans, develops, and maintains the City’s extensive park system (over 2,770 hectares), a civic marina, three cemeteries and all public property trees and forests. The division plays a key role in the stewardship of the natural environment and the engagement of our residents through the delivery of a variety of outdoor programs, services and events including: nature-based education and stewardship programs; community gardens; volunteer opportunities; active recreation, outdoor sport and play amenities; and citywide community engagement and civic beautification and enhancement initiatives. The division also provides advice and permits to community event organizers and facilitates the review of permit requests through the Festival & Event Support Team committee and operates the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. The division is engaged in truth and reconciliation with First Nations through various aspects of our operations such as park planning, design and development. RECREATION SERVICES The Recreation Services division plays a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the community’s physical and mental wellbeing. They operate 22 diverse, state-of-the-art recreation facilities across Surrey, including five indoor pools, five skating arenas, 18 preschool locations and five full-day childcare centres operated through their non

City of Surrey | 2024—2028 Financial Plan | General Operating Fund | Parks, Recreation & Culture

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