WASHINGTON COUNTY APPROVED BUDGET
FY 2026
Parks and Recreation - Department 12200
Contact: Jaime Dick
Department Description/Function
The Department of Parks and Recreation administrates and coordinates a wide range of programming to meet the needs of citizens of all ages and abilities in the community. This includes pursuing recreational facilities for organized activities in numerous locations throughout the County. The department is responsible for operating the parks and providing recreational services and programs for the County. The department also works with special events, marketing, and scheduling of the Agricultural Center and Board of Education facilities for public and private community organizations.
Goals Fiscal Year 2026
Expand seasonal park facility open hours based on staffing availability Offer special events and programming at Marty Snook Pool Increase engagement at Community Recreation Centers and Parks Complete the design and start construction on the Regional Park Trail Network Complete the design and start construction on the new Antietam Water Trail Park at Antietam Drive Complete Park renovations at Woodland Way Park Update the WCPS joint use agreement to expand service offerings and sites to community and start tennis court resurfacing efforts
Accomplishments Fiscal Year 2025
Completed renovation of Sideling Hill Overlook and Picnic Area Constructed a new pavilion at Marty’s Mythical Woods
Key Data
FY2023 Actual
FY2024 Actual
FY2024 Estimated
FY2025 Projected
Programs/Services Provided
3,560
3,150
3,250
3,250
Recreation Reservations Received
686
1,059
1,070
1,070
Number of Pavilion Reservations
1,183
1,138
1,200
1,200
Number of Summer Camp Participants
242
215
231
230
Number of Recreation Programs
2024 Budget
2025 Budget
2026 Budget
Category Funding Sources
$ Change
% Change
General Fund Support
1,308,670
1,413,380
1,458,050
44,670
3.16%
Grants/Intergovernmental
0
0
0
0
0.00%
Fees/Charges
403,400
403,400
413,500
10,100
2.50%
Total
1,712,070
1,816,780
1,871,550
54,770
3.01%
2026 Budget Document
215
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