Mission Statement The Cedar Lake Parks & Recreation Department provides recreational opportunities for residents of all ages of the Town of Cedar Lake with an emphasis on safety, affordability and fun.

Goals The 2007-2011 Park & Recreation Master Plan for the Cedar Lake Parks & Recreation Department outlines the following general goals established by the Park Committee:

• Develop, maintain and enhance the recreational facilities and park lands throughout the Town.
  
  
• Offer a range of parks, recreational lands, natural areas, and public facilities.
  
  
• Develop and sustain recreational programs for all age groups.
  
  
• Strive to meet the community's goals for maintenance of the parks and recreational amenities.
  
  
• Focus development of the park system and public expenditures on projects with high demand.
  
  
• Provide passive and active recreation through a mix of sizes and locations of public parks and open spaces.
  
  
• Protect and preserve natural drainage areas and flood plains.
  
  
• Through acquisition and/or expansion, ensure that adequate land is available to meet the future recreational needs of the community.

Rules and Regulations Please refer to Ordinance 99 to view the Park Rules and Regulations.

Review the 2011 Park Department Annual Report here.

Job Opportunities
Recreation Aides
Life Guard (Lakefront)
Soccer Instructors

Staff
Full-time Staff
Mary Joan Dickson ~ Park Director