Notice to the public: The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department has an opening for an elected position for 2025. The position is a three year term.
More information about running for office and open positions are available on the town website at https://www.lincolntown.org/DocumentCenter/View/98046/Annual-Town-Election-2025---Open-Offices . Read below about some of what the Parks and Recreation Department accomplished in 2024: *OUR MISSION -* The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Committee supports the Parks and Recreation Department (PRD) in providing affordable and diverse wellness and enrichment opportunities, community-based special events, and safe recreational facilities to residents of all ages. The Committee sets policy and oversees all facets of the department as well as strategic planning and development. *PROGRAMMING INFORMATION - *We offer a year-round variety of preschool, school age and adult programs, trips, and community-wide special events. Lincoln residents of all ages are encouraged to participate. Program and registration information can be found online at LincolnRec.com. In 2024 PRD offered 258 programs, to 1,009 different individuals ranging in age from 10 months to 91 years. PRD’s overall registration increased by 7% with School age programming making up 62% of our total enrollment. Preschool programming accounted for 10% of enrollment, and adult programming accounted for 28%. PRD had 2,870 registrations in our activities with many additional residents being served through our open public events. The Lincoln Summer Camp program ran for three two-week sessions. The program had 1,034 total registrations comprised of 216 unique campers. Early Risers and Extended Day had 406 registrations. PRD also works in collaboration with Lincoln METCO, and the METCO Coordinating Committee, to provide Boston based families in the Lincoln METCO program, access to Lincoln Summer Camp during the summer months. This year we had 33 Boston families attend. In addition, we had 157 Tennis Memberships and 306 Pool Memberships, which accounted for 1,348 members, in addition to our daily guests. We would like to acknowledge the hard work of our summer staff and instructors who make these programs so successful. PRD oversees annual town-wide events including Patriots Day, Memorial Day, the Lincoln Arts Show, the Lincoln Kids Triathlon, the July 4th Parade & Road Race, the Summer Concert Series, Fall Fest, Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt and Winter Carnival weekend. Our Fall Fest event was back for its fourth year, with added activities and fun for all. The event drew over 700 attendees and included live music, pony rides, caricatures and Trunk or Treat. These large events could not happen without the support of the Lincoln Minute Men, the Veterans of Lincoln, MA, the Girl and Boy Scouts, Public Safety, Public Works and our sponsoring businesses. And a special thank you to all our volunteers for their tireless efforts! We are also looking forward to the continuation of the community center design process through the Community Center Building Committee, as this project will address important facility and program needs of both the Parks and Recreation and Council on Aging/Human Services Departments. The Parks and Recreation Committee also participate in a variety of other town committees including the the Community Preservation Committee, the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee and the 250th Committee. *OFFICE INFORMATION - *The PRD Office is located in the Hartwell A Pod on Ballfield Road. We would like to thank the Lincoln Public Schools for their continued support by providing office and programming space. The office is generally open 8:30am - 4:30pm, but we recommend calling (781-259-0784) before you come by as our staff may be out supporting programs. Anyone interested in joining a program or event with Parks and Rec can visit LincolnRec.com. *FACILITY INFORMATION - *PRD manages the town’s playgrounds, tennis courts, public parks, sport court, seasonal ice rink, and public outdoor pool. PRD also maintains the town’s athletic fields and baseball diamonds for the benefit of the public schools, sports leagues, and community programs. We would like to thank Lincoln Youth Soccer and Lincoln/Sudbury Youth Baseball for their contributions to the maintenance of athletic fields throughout town. In 2024 PRD installed a brand-new slide at the Codman Pool, which was enjoyed by many during the summer months. We are also excited for the installation of new benches at Codman Field and Smith Field in the Spring of 2025 and will be wrapping up the Town Office Field drainage project at that time as well. *STAFFING – *Jessica Downing and Laurie Dumont continue in their roles as Director and Program Coordinator. After 5 years of service to the Lincoln Community, Asst. Director David Sequeira took the next step in his career and accepted a role with the Town of Hingham, MA. His departure created an opportunity to bring new talent to the department. After a 3 month search, Sheila Riley was brought on board as our new Asst. Parks and Recreation Director. Sheila comes from the North Attleboro YMCA, and brings new energy and experience to the role. *COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP - *In 2024 we were fortunate to have Sarah Chester reappointed for another 3-year term with Parks & Recreation. Sarah brings a wealth of recreational experience to the board, leads our adult art program, and organizes our Annual Art Show. Brianna Doo was also re-elected to another 3- year term. Brianna provides the Parks & Recreation Committee with a connection to the school community, as the PTO president and is a dedicated member of the Codman Pool and Swim Team volunteer. Parks and Recreation are always looking for new ways to meet the changing needs and interests of the community and welcome any suggestions and ideas. Anita Spieth Parks and Recreation Dept. Chair
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