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Parks & Recreation Commission

Mission

The Imperial County Parks & Recreation Commission pledges with responsibility, to provide quality park facilities, recreation programs, and a variety of enrichment opportunities with a professional standard of excellence, that enhances the quality of life for all citizens and visitors within our Imperial County community.

Priorities

The Imperial County Parks & Recreation Commission has four key priorities in meeting the Mission Statement:

  1. Repair the existing parks in Imperial county (Fix what we have).
  2. Planned Expansion of existing parks, trails and services (improve the level of service).
  3. Implement plans for new parks and trails for the future (invest in open space and recreational uses now for future generations).
  4. Create partnerships with Federal, State and local agencies.

The Parks & Recreation Commission was created in 2007 and meets at 8:00am, the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Board of Supervisors Chambers located at 940 Main Street, El Centro, CA.

Agendas
Goals & Objectives

Goal #1: Administration and Organization

To systematically and efficiently provide for the park and recreational needs of all Imperial County residents by use of both public and private resources.

  • Objectives
  1. The efficient delivery of park and recreational opportunities to current and future residents is to be encouraged. Using private organizations, County departments and staff, and the various committees of the County, the residents’ needs and possible changing demands for services shall be evaluated and updated periodically.
  2. Encourage an effective, efficient working relationship with the community organizations, school districts, the County, and surrounding communities for the benefit of the recreational needs of all agencies.
  3. Encourage volunteerism. In recognition that borough resources both human and financial are limited, it shall be policy to seek volunteers to assist with the creation of and provision for parks and recreation.

Goal #2: Recreational Program

Sponsor and support a comprehensive program of recreation and park activities with the opportunity for a variety of experiences adjusted to meet the physical and psychological needs of all Imperial County residents.

  • Objectives
  1. To identify the demand for and types of programs needed ensuring a wide variety of opportunities for people of all ages, abilities, and interests.
  2. To interact with those private, public, and quasi-public organizations to facilitate services and eliminate wasteful duplication.
  3. To enhance the public knowledge and appreciation for the natural beauty of open space and the environmental and historical significance of one’s surroundings.

Goal #3: Recreational Facilities

To provide facilities for both passive and active recreation to meet the needs of all Imperial County residents.

  • Objectives
  1. The Imperial County park system includes community parks, neighborhood parks, and mini parks that service the recreational needs of the community. It is the intent of the Parks and Recreation Commission to continue and enhance this concept and develop regional parks.
  2. To identify the public’s wants and needs for both active and passive recreation.
  3. To take inventory of current facilities and evaluate the adequacy of such. In the event additional facilities are necessary, the Parks Commission shall maximize use of existing public, quasi-public, and private lands and buildings.
  4. To make all facilities available to all Borough residents.
  5. To make facilities accessible to the handicapped.
  6. To provide areas for both organized and spontaneous play.
  7. To interact with the various historical agencies within the community for the purpose of protecting and enhancing historical sites for present and future generations.

Goal #4: Open Space and Environmental/Conservation Considerations

To create open space as a balance to man-made development. To preserve and protect areas of important environmental consideration, and to incorporate such areas into the park and recreation system.

  • Objectives
  1. To identify key areas of environmental/ecological importance such as wetlands, flood plains, watercourses, steep slopes, and areas of natural scenic beauty. Furthermore, to protect such areas and incorporate the same into the park and recreation system as open space.
  2. To reclaim areas of environmental/ecological deterioration using available resources from the public, quasi-public and private sectors.
  3. To protect historical sites by the inclusion of them into an open space park system.
  4. To create any additional needed space and recreational areas as may be permitted by code or statute, thus providing relief from the encroachment of modern high-density living.

Goal #5: Maintenance

To maintain safe and reliable facilities in an efficient and most effective manner.

  • Objectives
  1. It is the intent of the Parks and Recreation Commission to provide for a system of safety inspections and maintenance of all equipment and facilities. Such inspections and maintenance will be provided on a frequent regular basis.
  2. It is the intent of the Parks and Recreation Commission to provide the maximum level of safety and security at all parks within the system.

Goal #6: Finance and Budgeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will create and maintain parks, recreation, and open space as a vital cog in the quality of life for its residents. The County along with both public and private resources will budget for and finance the system at appropriate funding levels.

  • Objectives
  1. It is the intent of the Parks and Recreation Commission to fund parks and recreation through funding sources from the federal, state, county, and local levels both public and private.

Goal #7: Citizen Cognizance and Participation

To make the citizens of Imperial County aware of the programs and facilities available to them. To encourage their involvement and participation in every aspect thereof.

  • Objectives
  1. The Parks and Recreation Commission shall use the various channels available to it, such as the news media, mailings, and official pronouncements, to advise its citizens of the programs and facilities available.
  2. The Parks and Recreation Commission, in cooperation with the various associations, service clubs, private interests, citizens and government agencies, shall provide a forum for the exchange of ideas with the purpose of encouraging participation by all
Commissioners

Commissioners

Vacant (Chairman)

Vacant (Vice-Chair)

Gene Brister

Linsey Dale

Larry Dresher

Vincent Signorotti

Hank Benton

Vacant

Rudy Schaffner

Antonio Ortega

Designated Position

Public

Public

Public

Farm Bureau

Youth Athletic Program

Renewable Energy

Fish & Game Commission

Mining Industry

Planning Commission

Imperial Irrigation District