PARKS & RECREATION
DESCRIPTION: The Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for enhancing the quality of life in Tustin through collaboration, compassion, and connection in the form of recreation programs and human services that inspire a stronger, healthier, and happier community. Operations of the department include the provision of events, classes, camps, sports, reservations, and resources, as well as the management of parks and recreation facilities, public art, and capital projects.
ADMINISTRATION
The Administrative Services Division provides administration services and leadership to department operations as well as coordination to manage the planning, acquisition, and rehabilitation of park and recreation facilities.
TASKS: Ensure consistency with Department Vision, Mission Statement, and Values
Oversee annual department goals and objectives Provide budgetary control and fiscal responsibility Maintain accurate position control document Provide staff support to the City Council, Community Services Commission, Public Art Commission, and related committees Coordinate annual strategic plans for the Community Services Commission and Public Art Commission. Manage special projects (e.g. grant funding, Veterans Memorial, fee schedule) Facilitate communication and collaboration with community organizations and resident groups through multiple avenues, including social media Provide management and coordination of Capital Improvement Program projects Ensure departmental compliance with CPR certification requirements and oversee any departmental emergency management operations
2025-2026 ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Updated Community Services Commission strategic plan and Seven-Year Capital Improvement Priority List
Updated Public Art Commission strategic plan and created a Public Art Priority List Expanded and reorganized the Department to incorporate a new Park Services Division
Completed turf improvements for Field #3 at Tustin Sports Park Began renovations for the Camino Real Playground and Picnic Shelter Partnered with the Tustin Community Foundation on gifted art pieces through the Creative Signals program Collaborated with Public Works to complete design of the Heideman School Park project Completed a mural via a community engagement process at the Tustin Family and Youth Center Established themed branding for all Department programming in 2026 (Find Your Fun)
2026-2027 GOALS:
Complete renovations for Camino Real Playground and Picnic Shelter Complete renovations for Tustin Family and Youth Center Playground Area Collaborate with Public Works on the construction of Heideman School Park Complete turf improvements on Field #1 at Tustin Sports Park Ensure successful transition of new Commission Members for the Community Services Commission and Public Art Commission Support the Public Art Commission in the completion of projects identified in their Public Art Priority List Establish themed branding for all Department programming in 2027
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