The Parks & Facilities department is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of all facilities owned and operated by the Board of County Commissioners. The divisions under Parks & Facilities include:
- Facilities Management
- Parks & Recreation
- Multi-Sports Complex
The Parks & Facilities team provides responsive, cost-effective and high-quality services in the operation, maintenance and repair of County facilities, parks and boat ramps. The team strives to maintain a functional and comfortable environment for County departments, constitutional officers and the citizens, which the County serves.
The Parks & Facilities team is comprised of 44 members who oversee all maintenance issues for county buildings, including indoor air quality, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, alarms, custodial services and groundskeeping.
Mission Statement
The Parks and Facilities Management strives to provide a comfortable, safe and functional environment for all highlands County owned buildings and recreational facilities.
Department Vision
Our vision is to create clean, safe workspaces and recreation environments where people enjoy spending their time and can do their vest work.
Parks & Facilities Core Values
- We treat people with respect and have genuine concern for others
- We take pride in our work because it represents our team
- We are committed to taking initiative and solving problems
- We do the right thing because it's the right thing to do
- We understand that we are stronger when we work together
- We strive to be good neighbors and strong partners
- We value honest feedback and want to improve
We are dedicated public servants and proud to serve the citizens of Highlands County.