Parks & Recreation

Participate in Parks & Recreation Masterplan Update.

As a resident of EGR, Parks & Recreation is seeking your input for the Community Park, Recreation, Open Space and Greenway Plan, which will be updated over the next several months. Having a robust plan in place will allow the department to apply for grants from 2020-2025 that will help continue the improvement and development of EGR’s parks, natural spaces and recreation opportunities.

Community Information and Updates:

Community Park, Recreation, Open Space and Greenway Plan - Final Draft 2019

Masterplan timeline and meeting dates

Final Survey Results

Final Survey Comments

The two workshops will be held on June 10 and July 8 in room 102 of the Community Center at 6:30 p.m. and will be round table discussions. A final draft of the plan will be presented for approval at the Parks & Recreation Commission  meeting on Monday, August 12 at 6:00 pm. Public comment will be taken during the meeting. The plan will be available for review and comments  for a minimum of 30 days prior to being presented to the City Commission for adoption.

About the Department

The East Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation Department is committed to providing enrichment, educational and sports programming for all ages – from young children to senior adults – to promote healthy lifestyles, family interaction and a sense of community. Our programs – open to all residents and non-residents – challenge minds and bodies, allowing participants to express their creativity, form new bonds of friendship and create memories that will last a lifetime.

The City has a lively and spirited appreciation of recreation and healthy lifestyles, and as such we offer special events throughout the year, including the Huntington Reeds Lake Run, Rhoades McKee Reeds Lake Triathlon/Duathlon, Fourth of July Celebration, Sweet Heart Dance and many others.