Frances Jewell, Director of Parks and Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Winter/Spring Activity/Programs are now available online! 

The Parks & Recreation Department oversees thirty-six parks and tot-lot playgrounds, including Bronson Park and the Kalamazoo Farmer's Market on Bank Street; manages the protection of physical and natural assets in the City; and provides recreation and leisure programs for youth, adults, senior citizens, and citizens with disabilities. All programs are open to anyone who wishes to participate, regardless of the challenges they face.

The Youth Development Center is now open with Winter/Spring hours! Please click here for a map to the Y.D.C. (.pdf)

Parks Updates and Information

For scheduling of events in the parks, call (269) 337-8191.

View the City of Kalamazoo's Spring Valley Park's Natural Features Inventory completed by Martinus & Associates in 2004.

"The healthiest urban communities are ones that provide services including quality parks, accessibility and connectivity....which includes our canine family members."    Frances Jewell, Director of Parks and Recreation and canine owner.

Fairmount Dog Park will be under-construction soon. Keep your eye on the 1 acre park located at Fairmount park near the intersection of Alamo and Prairie. 
The fenced in park will feature:
landscaping
dog waste stations
people/pet drinking fountains
a small dog area
benches
fire hydrents

The park is expected to be open by the Fall of 2010. There will a small membership fee for the park and guidelines for its use. The city is seeking donations, for more information on how to "Buy a Brick," contact our office at 337-8191.