San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department
Ashley Summers is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in urban planning, community services, and legislative support. Currently serving as Commission Liaison for the San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department since July 2019, Ashley previously held the role of Operations Manager at the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services, focusing on developing organizational strategies and overseeing commendation processes. Ashley's career includes impactful positions such as Legislative Aide for the City and County of San Francisco, where significant legislation was advanced, and community representation through service on the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Committee. With a strong educational background, including a Master's in Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning from the University of California, Berkeley, Ashley's expertise is fortified by diverse roles that emphasize communication, stakeholder engagement, and policy development.
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San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department
The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department’s Mission is to provide enriching recreational activities, maintain beautiful parks and preserve the environment for the well-being of everyone in our diverse community. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department administers more than 220 parks, playgrounds, and open spaces, including two outside the city limits-- Camp Mather in Yosemite Valley and Sharp Park in Pacifica, Calif. Our park system includes 25 recreation centers, nine swimming pools, five golf courses and numerous tennis courts, ball diamonds, soccer fields and other sports venues. Included in the department’s responsibilities are the Marina Yacht Harbor, the San Francisco Zoo, and Lake Merced. Our staff members are diverse, committed and talented recreation and park professionals, from gardeners, foresters, and recreation leaders to park patrol officers, custodians, electricians, painters, and more.