Contact Information
Laurie Stasiak
Recreation Director

City of Oak Park
14300 Oak Park Blvd.
Oak Park, MI 48237
(248) 691-7555
Lstasiak@oakparkmi.gov

Boards and Commissions:
Independence Day Commission
Recreation Commission

What Does a Recreation Director Do?

The City of Oak Park Recreation Director plans, develops and directs the municipal recreation program; surveys community recreation needs and interests; and maintains recreation facilities. Specifically, the Recreation Director performs in the following capacities:

• Plans, coordinates and supervises the recreation program, facilities and equipment.
• Supervises the maintenance of recreation areas and facilities needed to provide adequate community service.
• Implements and directs comprehensive recreation programs for all age groups.
• Coordinates city programs with other recreation activities.
• Plans and directs the maintenance of parks and recreation areas, including playgrounds, swimming pools, and picnic grounds.
• Makes arrangements for the use of various public facilities, including school buildings and grounds.
• Forecasts future recreation needs and recommends new and innovative recreation programs for the community.
• Prepares correspondence and communication pertaining to recreation activities and prepares publicity designed to arouse public interest.
• Seeks available local, state and national grants.
• Maintains an inventory of departmental equipment and plans for future equipment needs.
• Recruits, trains, supervises and evaluates departmental personnel.
• Community relations.