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Vision

To improve the quality of life for all Detroiters through parks, greenways, recreation centers, and programs, using an equity framework. 

Goals DPRD strives to: 

  • Improve Public Health
  • Protect and connect residents with Nature & the Environment
  • Increase Access & Connectivity to parks & recreational opportunities

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The Impact of the American Rescue Plan Act:

The City has improved several parks and recreation centers with $107 Million in ARPA funds including building the new Chandler Park Athletic Fieldhouse and Roosevelt Park and the Helen Moore Recreation Center.