Parks & Recreation Department Earns Accreditation

The City of Garland proudly recognizes the Parks & Recreation Department for meeting the rigorous national standards of CAPRA Accreditation, a reflection of its excellence in enhancing the quality of life for all residents through parks, programs and community services.

On Sept. 17, the department was honored at the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Conference in Orlando, Florida, where it was officially recognized as one of only 224 parks and recreation agencies nationwide to achieve this prestigious accreditation.

The NRPA's Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) delivers quality assurance and continuous improvement to accredited park and recreation departments across the United States. This operational management system improves infrastructure, increases efficiency and strengthens accountability within communities.

Implementation of CAPRA standards fosters teamwork among staff, embeds best practices into daily operations and establishes a culture of continuous improvement.

CAPRA is the only national accreditation of park and recreation departments and serves as a valuable measure of overall quality in operations, management and community service.

Achieving CAPRA Accreditation demonstrates that the Garland Parks & Recreation Department provides residents with the highest level of service and professionalism. Reaccreditation is required every five years, ensuring the department maintains this excellence into the future.

This recognition highlights the department's commitment to accountability, innovation and best practices, ensuring that Garland continues to provide outstanding opportunities for recreation, wellness and community connection.

Want to visit one of our 63 parks? Find one near you! And be sure to check out all of the activities hosted by Garland Parks & Recreation at GarlandParks.com.