Willamalane Park and Recreation District maintains and operates five recreation facilities and 46 parks and natural areas totaling nearly 1,500 acres. 

Highlights include Splash! at Lively Park, Camp Putt Adventure Golf Park, 29 miles of hiking and biking trails, and 24 playgrounds. Willamalane offers hundreds of recreation programs to people of all ages and abilities. 

Created by voters in 1944, Willamalane is a special tax district, separate from the city of Springfield, with its own boundaries. It is governed by a five-member, elected board of directors and managed by a district superintendent. Online information is available at www.willamalane.org.

Parks

Willamalane Park and Recreation District

Michael Wargo

Kenny Weigandt

Jase Newton

Eric Adams

Betty Nielsen

The Human Resources Team at Willamalane Park and Recreation District is responsible for managing employee benefits, overseeing talent acquisition, and ensuring fair and equitable workplace practices. The team, which includes roles like HR Analysts, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Supervisor, and the Human Resources Director, works to attract, retain, and support a diverse and skilled workforce, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment across all parks and recreation facilities.

Human Resources Team

Recreation and Events Team

Facilities and Operations Team

Human Resources Team

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Other teams at Willamalane Park and Recreation District

Recreation and Events Team

Facilities and Operations Team