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Parks & Recreation

Department of Parks and Recreation

Walter Burke and Sarah Klein Director:
Assistant Director:

Secretary:
Maintenance:
Walter Burke
Sarah Klein
Jackie O'Brien
Manny Pacheco
Office Location:

Town Beach & Sports Complex
Asylum Road, Bristol, RI

Phone:
Fax:
Hours of Operation:

(401) 253-1611
(401) 410-0019
8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Mission: It is the mission of the Bristol Parks and Recreation Department to create, promote, and implement programs that reflect the recreational, and cultural diversity of the community; to maintain a beautiful Park and Playground system, to create and protect the recreational uses of open space and preserve our natural resources.

Beliefs

We believe...

  • All citizens have the right to opportunities to pursue their leisure interests.
  • Recreation fosters wellness and fitness
  • Recreation relieves stress and develops self-esteem.
  • Recreation is not only sports, but any leisure time activity.
  • Recreation is a life-long activity.
  • A well-developed Recreation Department will benefit the entire Community.