The mission of the Valparaiso Parks and Recreation Department is to enrich our community by designing meaningful spaces, creating impactful experiences, and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Overall policy and management direction of the Valparaiso Parks and Recreation Department is provided by a six-member bipartisan board of park and recreation commissioners (four city of Valparaiso residents and two Center Township residents) appointed by the mayor for staggered four-year terms.