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Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs


Mission Statement
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs' mission is to provide all residents and visitors with the highest quality parks, facilities, recreational programs and cultural experiences.

The Vision
To enhance the quality of life for all through nationally acclaimed excellence in Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs.


 Interim Commissioner
Paul Taylor

Department Overview
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs (DPRCA) enhances the lives of City of Atlanta residents and visitors by offering programs, services and activities that encourage participation in recreational activities, leisure services and cultural experiences.  The department strives to deliver quality customer service through the development, operation and maintenance of the city's public parks, recreation and cultural affairs facilities to create an environment that is deemed safe, affordable and enriching for all. 

Nationally accredited by the
National Recreation and Park Association
Accreditation News Release
*Accreditation Standards* 

 2008/2009 DPRCA Annual Report

DPRCA Spring/Summer 2010 Leisure Guide 

 

DPRCA News Shots - February 25, 2010

 

Memorandum of Understanding - LEAD

City of Atlanta Athletic Field Closure Advisory 

 

News Trails Quarterly Newsletter - September 2009

DPRCA Strategic Plan

Important Call-To-Action from the National Recreation & Parks Association (NRPA)

City of Atlanta Park Profiles