The Recreation Department provides recreation programs, classes, and facility rentals to the residents of the City of Richmond.

Recreation Department Mission Statement
The Recreation Department is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Richmond by celebrating the diversity of its residents and building understanding through interactions in its recreation programs, parks, facilities, and cultural events. The department is committed to providing the highest quality recreation, parks, programs and services at a good value to our customers.

Vision
We create community through people, parks and programs.
We will achieve our vision by:
. Providing diverse recreation programs for all ages and abilities
. Providing responsive customer service
. Maintaining all facilities at the highest standard
. Providing safe and secure facilities
. Collaborating with community based organizations
. Increasing cultural awareness
. Fostering human development
. Promoting health and wellness
. Supporting community and economic development

Core Values
. Celebrating diversity
. Inclusion and accessibility
. Professional development
. Lifelong learning and participation
. Embracing change to meet community needs
. Dedicated service to the community
. Community problem solving
. Promoting positive community image and sense of place
. Having fun

Programs
The Recreation Department offers programs to residents of all ages including Adults, Youth, Teens, Seniors, and Disabled.