Parks, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Commission

Overview

Approved by the Parker Town Council in July 2022, the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Commission (PROS Commission) allows citizens an opportunity to represent the recreational needs of the community.

Responsibility

It shall be the duty of the PROS Commission members to serve in an advisory capacity with regard to the development, expansion, and operation of parks, recreation, open space and trail facilities within the Town of Parker. In addition to the advisory role of the Commission, the following duties are assigned: 

  • Review the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan and Open Space, Trails, and Greenways Master Plan and provide feedback, based on public input gathered by the Commission.  
  • Serve as a voice and provide advocacy recommendations to improve parks, recreation, open space, and trails in the Town of Parker.
  • Provide opportunities for public input on parks, recreation, open space, and trails.
  • Encourage public and private partnerships to benefit parks, recreation, open space, and trails in the Town of Parker.
  • Facilitate communication and cooperation among local and regional parks, recreation, open space, and trails groups.

Meetings

Meetings will be held quarterly, locations to be determined. 2023 Meeting Dates: January 31, April 25, August 29, October 24.

Commission MemberTerm BeginsTerm Ends
Heather Bennett, ChairJanuary 2023December 2025
Candace Sotwick, Vice Chair January 2023December 2024
Toby Levy, SecretaryJanuary 2023December 2024
Austin CraddockJanuary 2023December 2023
Matthew LunnJanuary 2023December 2025
Andrei TeudeanJanuary 2023December 2023
Jody WalkerJanuary 2023 December 2025

Applications

Applications to join the PROS Commission will be accepted September 11 through 18, 2023.  Apply here!

Staff Contact

Brenda Mooney | Email | Ph: 303.805.6309