Mission Statement The mission of the Framingham Park and Recreation Department is to preserve open space, manage and maintain Park owned land, and administer public recreational services for Framingham’s varied population.

Recreational Programming We provide over 200 formal programs geared toward a varied population including adults, youth, seniors, pre-school, and special needs Services are provided through a combination of user fees and public tax dollars. Last year we had just under 20,000 users in our formal programming. All programs are available to Framingham residents. Some programs are available to non-residents for an additional fee. Information on registering for any these programs can be obtained by coming to the office for literature, reading the Metrowest News, and visiting our Website at www.framinghamma.gov.

Parks, Athletic Fields, and Recreation Facilities The department operates 62 athletic fields for a variety of sports. Fields are available for group use by permit only. In addition there are three public beaches, 20 tennis courts, an indoor recreation center, and several passive recreation areas. The department had over 14,000 events scheduled on their facilities this past year. Park Commission Policies for all recreation programming and facilities are determined by the Framingham Park and Recreation Commission, which consists of a 5 member board appointed by the Board of Selectmen. Current Board Members are: Joan Rastani-Chairperson Barry Bograd Robert Brown Dan Jones Kevin Salvi

Professional Staff The department is administered by a full time professional staff overseen by the Director of Parks and Recreation, who reports directly to the Town Manager. Robert L. Merusi Director Christopher McGinty Superintendent of Maintenance Trisha Powell Superintendent of Recreation James Duane Division Operations Manager Dan Murphy Financial Manager Dan Avery Activities Supervisor Elaine Intze Recreation Supervisor Julie Devoy Administrative Assistant Mary Anne Mellone Field Scheduler

The Commission and professional staff welcome your input. Parks.Recreation@Framinghamma.gov