What's New or updated! 3rd Annual City of Seven Hills Triathlon New 5/8 Summer Programs "Parks Plus FlipBook" 2012 New 4/20 Summer Programs "Parks Plus" 2012 New 4/11 Yoga & More  Summer - Updated 5/3 Parks Event Listing by Park Updated 4/26 Parks Event Calendar Updated 4/24 Park Rental Application Updated 4/2 'Get In Gear' Roller Skating Work Out Updated 3/23 Pickleball Updated 2/7 Neutral Ground Martial Arts & Fitness  New 12/2 Registration Form

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Parks and Recreation Department is to improve the quality of life for all residents of Port Washington by facilitating leisure and cultural activities, special events, and services that promote mental and physical health, self-development, and community involvement.

The Department will also strive to sustain and enhance the natural environment through careful planning and maintenance of the parks and open spaces.

Photography Policy                                 

The Port Washington Parks & Recreation Department uses photos of participants for promotional purposes.  By registering for the program, you have granted us permission to use your photograph for promotional purposes unless otherwise noted.

Resident Definition

Residents are defined as those persons who live in the City of Port Washington and are therefore contributing to the tax base through which the Department is subsidized. In cases where the program being run utilizes a Port Washington/Saukville School District facility, a resident shall be defined as persons living within the District.

Fair Share Statement

Port Washington residents make a significant contribution to the operation of the Parks and Recreation Department. City property taxes are the primary source of funds necessary to operate the Department. Regardless of the level of use, each city property owner contributes equally. The Fair Share concept is intended to apportion to non-residents an equalized fee designed to recover operating costs and where appropriate, capital debt costs.

Capital debt costs are those associated with the design and construction of park and recreation facilities which require borrowing and a subsequent annual debt service. The capital cost per household will therefore be added to the non-resident pass fee.

Facility Rentals

A clean-up bond of $50 is required for all rentals. This is returned when area is kept clean and nothing is stolen or damaged.

Notice to Participants

The City of Port Washington Parks & Recreation Depart. is committed to providing safe facilities and activities, and qualified instructors. Please recognize however, that activities described in this brochure may involve some risk. It is our policy, in the event of serious injury or illness, to contact Port Washington Paramedics by calling 911, and if necessary, transport the participant to the nearest hospital or medical center

Cable TV

Tune to Time-Warner TV, Channel 25, to learn more about the City of Port Washington services or click here

People are often unaware of how vital recreation and leisure are to the quality of their lives. While fun, happiness and play are vital to growth and development, the expanded role of the public park and recreation is more critical than ever. Whether we know it or not, programs, services, events and opportunities offered by local, state and national recreation agencies positively impact many areas of our lives and society as a whole. Almost everyone in the world has somehow benefited by public park and recreation programs at some time in their lives-directly and indirectly. The time has come to make the connection between past experiences and today’s success, yesterday’s activities and tomorrow’s physical and mental wellness and today’s taxpayer support and safe communities for our children and grandchildren. So, whether an avid participant or occasional observer, enjoy the benefits. It’s everyone’s right!