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Chad Donegan, Director
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July Recognitions and Announcements
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July is Park and Recreation Month
A variety of activities from Family Storytime and Art in the Park to a guided hike through Panther Canyon to a Food Truck Party are planned to get everyone out and enjoying local parks. This year’s theme is “Build Together, Play Together” and park systems from across the country are inviting their communities to participate.
*Calendar of Events attached!
CAPRA Reaccreditation
Staff met with the CAPRA Reaccreditation team on June 9-10 and we are happy to announce the Department met all 154 standards to obtain reaccreditation!
Das Rec Updates
Brandon Chimuinetta has been promoted from Das Rec Assistant Manager to Das Rec Manager and Austin Supak has been promoted from Athletic/Fitness Assistant Supervisor to Athletic/Fitness Supervisor.
Das Rec is hosting an Anniversary Spirit Week July 21-25 to celebrate 7 years.
New Braunfels Parks Foundation
Members of the Foundation attended this year’s Live@Landa concerts in Landa Park to raise awareness of the efforts of the Foundation and received 10% of all food truck sales totaling $365.00. Fundraising efforts for 2025 so far have brought in $84,620.00.
Upcoming Events:
• Park and Recreation Professionals Day - July 18th
• Das Rec 7th Anniversary - July 21st
• Soul Searching tickets go on sale - August 15th
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