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Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation is responsible for coordinating recreational activities for the community, • operating the Family Service Center and golf course, and maintenance of the City's park system. The Parks and Recreation Director is assisted by the Assistant Parks and Recreation Director, Facilities Manager, Parks Maintenance Manager, Golf Operations Manager, Recreation Supervisors, Office Assistant, and many other staff members that assist in the day-to-day operations of this department. The City's 13 parks (12 neighborhood parks and one community park), contain 160 acres of park and open space. The parks offer playground equipment, trails, ball diamonds, soccer and football fields, disc golf, skate boarding and climbing equipment, picnic facilities, tennis and basketball courts. The department also operates four Neighborhood Centers (Freedom, Hansen, Totem Pole and Sunny Square). The City offers the neighborhood centers, park fields, and equipment for reservation/ rental to the public. The 70,000 square foot Family Service Center (FSC) is home to the Parks and Recreation Department and is a focal point for the community. 300,000 guests visit the FSC annually for recreation, social, and business purposes. The City owns and operates Brightwood Hills Golf Course, a 9 -hole, executive par 30, course. In addition to playing a round of golf; golf leagues, golf lessons, and the driving range are available to the public. The Parks & Recreation Department strives to enhance the quality of life for New Brighton citizens and visitors through high quality services and facilities. The City believes that parks and recreation contributes to the overall health of a community, neighborhoods, and individuals. New Brighton offers park facilities and recreation programs/ activities year round for residents of all ages and abilities. These services encourage healthy lifestyles, increase property values, develop community pride, protect the environment, and relieve stress. Consultants The City of New Brighton currently contracts with the law firm of Kennedy & Graven for legal consultation. The City's legal representation is: Charlie LeFervere, Attorney Kennedy & Graven 470 Pillsbury Center 200 South Sixth Street Minneapolis, MN 55402 Phone Number: 612.337.9215 E-mail: clefevere@kennedy-graven.com • 19