ABOUT US

 

Mission Statement

 

The Springfield-Greene County Park Board is committed to provide the highest quality of leisure opportunities, to offer programs for relaxation as well as stimulation, and to encourage personal and community enrichment for the citizens of Springfield, Missouri.

  • Any sport, any fitness regimen, any need for relaxation or competition can be met through 102 park sites, more than 100 miles of trail opportunities, 3 golf courses, a zoo and other facilities owned or managed by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board.
  • The mission to take parks to another level is evidenced with programs such as Hearts ‘n Parks, which encourages people to enjoy a more active lifestyle. The Community Olympic Development Program fosters efforts in tennis, weightlifting, ice hockey, volleyball and archery.
  • The department is incorporating a network of linear parks and trails that run near and around geologically unique areas of the Ozarks, such as creek beds and springs. These parks and greenways protect the environment and the animals that make a habitat in them, in addition to offering play space.
  • A nationally-known organization, the Parks Department’s efforts were recognized by the National Recreation and Park Association in 2000 when named a Gold Medal Award winner. In 2003, the City of Springfield, Missouri – Greene County was named Missouri Sportstown USA by Sports Illustrated magazine.
  • Park Board facilities have been host to national, regional, state and local tournaments in softball, baseball, soccer, hockey, tennis and golf.
  • Whether area residents and visitors wish to quietly meander preserved lands or skateboard at the Skatepark, there is something for everyone – in the area becoming known as a community set in a park. Take your pick, choose your activity, and take part.

Members of the Springfield-Greene County Park Board
Board of Directors
Jerry Clark, Chair
John Price, Vice Chair
Matt Bailey
Howard Garrett
Paula Glossip
Bob Horton
Andrea McKinney
Sidney Needem
Tim Shryack
The Board of Directors meet the second Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m., usually
in the Parks Administrative Offices Board Room, 1923 N. Weller, Springfield, MO 65803.
Call 417-864-1049 in advance to confirm.
View past park board meetings online.
Staff
  Bob Belote Director of Parks
Kim Reser Assistant Director of Parks
Miles Park Assistant Director of Parks
Mike Crocker Assistant Director of Parks
Jerry Mitchell Superintendent of Business Operations
Thomas Moore Superintendent of Special Facilities
Terry Whaley Ozark Greenways Director
Jeff Cumley Jordan Valley Park Manager

NRPA Gold Medal Award Winner
A nationally-known organization,
the Parks Department has been named a
Gold Medal Award-winning system by the
National Recreation and Park Association.

 

  

Any sport, any fitness regimen, any need for relaxation or competition can be met through 102 parks, 3 golf courses, a zoo and other facilities owned or managed by the Springfield-Greene County Park Board. The mission to take parks to another level is evidenced with programs such as Hearts ‘n Parks, which encourages people to enjoy a more active lifestyle. The Community Olympic Development Program fosters efforts in tennis, weightlifting, ice hockey and volleyball.

 

The department is incorporating a network of linear parks and trails that run near and around geologically unique areas of the Ozarks, such as creek beds and springs. These parks and greenways protect the environment and the animals that make a habitat in them, in addition to offering play space.

 

A nationally-known organization, the Parks Department's efforts were recognized by the National Recreation and Park Association in 2000 when named a Gold Medal Award winner. In 2003, the City of Springfield, Missouri-Greene County was named Missouri Sportstown USA by Sports Illustrated magazine. The facilities have also been host to state, local and national tournaments in softball, soccer, hockey and tennis.

Whether area residents and visitors wish to quietly meander preserved lands or skateboard at the Skatepark, there is something for everyone – in the area becoming known as a community set in a park. Take your pick, choose your activity, and take part.