Parks and Recreation Commission

As an advisory body to the City Council, the Parks and Recreation Commission provides recommendations on recreation programs, environmental and cultural preservation, and civic beautification in order to enhance the community's quality of life, and ensure the best use of City facilities.


Meetings

The Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 625 Swift Blvd.

Agendas & Minutes


Workshops

The Parks and Recreation Commission holds regular workshops on the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Meeting Room at the Richland Community Center, 500 Amon Park Drive.


MEMBER

 TERM EXPIRATION DATE

Maria Gutierrez, Chair

 March 31, 2027

James Buelt, Member

 March 31, 2026

Patti Jones, Member

 March 31, 2028

Karlee Hodges,  Vice-Chair

 March 31, 2027

Matthew Watrous, Member

 March 31, 2027

Carl Thompson, Member

 March 31, 2028

Samantha Mason, Chair

 March 31, 2026

Sriyan Thallapally, Youth Member

 March 31, 2026

Sawyer Kreis, Youth Member

 March 31, 2026


Contact

  • Patty Roe - Administrative Assistant II - (509) 942-7336
  • Chris Waite - Parks and Public Facilities Director and Staff Liaison
  • TBD - Council Liaison