Title
Proclamation designating July 2016 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Pflugerville.
Summary
Since 1985, the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) has celebrated July as America’s official Park and Recreation Month. NRPA encourages agencies to recognize the importance of park and recreation facilities and express support for the designation of the month of July as National Park and Recreation Month. NRPA is asking agencies to have their local government officially designate July 2016 as Parks and Recreation Month.
Parks and recreation connect people both young and old to the opportunities, places and inspiration that keep us going in mind and in body. Parks and recreation provide opportunities for our community to be active, healthy and thriving, now and in the future. The community is invited to create a healthy habit by getting out to a park, trail, playground, swimming pool, natural area or other public space during the month of July in celebration of National Park and Recreation month.
The Parks and Recreation Department has several activities planned to celebrate Parks & Recreation Month.
July 1 Ribbon Cutting at Black Locust Park 10am-11am.
July 1 Pfree Pfirst Pfriday at the Recreation Center 6p-9p.
July 8 El Tule will perform at Music in the Park.
July 22 Choctaw Wildfire will perform at Music in the Park.
July 30 Pfree Splash Day at Windermere Pool 12:00pm-7:00pm.
Drafter
James Hemenes
Parks & Recreation Director