Community Services & Recreation
Our Mission
To provide and promote broad-based recreation opportunities through people, parks, and programs. This is done through facility development and enhancement, promotion of life-long learning, facilitation of community-wide information dissemination, promotion of creative artistic expression, physical activity and healthy habits, facilitation of socio-cultural expression, and the encouragement of the preservation and enjoyment of the outdoors.
About Us
The role of the Community Services & Recreation Division is to cultivate activities by connecting people, parks, and programs. It is our hope that together we will shine a light on our community's image, human & economic development, safety, security, and health & wellness.
Our activities rely heavily on interdepartmental and community partnerships to deliver services that enhance the quality of life for East Palo Alto residents, with a focused effort to increase engagement.
The Community Services & Recreation Division comprises Recreation, Youth Services and Senior Services. Each staff person is listed below:
Maurice Baker, Community Services Manager
Recreation Team
- Vincent Amelio, Recreation Coordinator
- Juanita Ibarra, Recreation Leader II
- Anina Uhatafe, Recreation Leader II
- David Rages II, Recreation Leader II
Senior Services
- Yacquelin Gutierrez, Kitchen Supervisor
- Penny Jackson, Van Driver
- Pedro Huitron, Van Driver
Our team is dedicated to providing welcoming, responsive, and high-quality service to all residents and guests. We look forward to helping you access and enjoy the parks, facilities, programs, and community events that make East Palo Alto a vibrant place to live, work, and play.
Reservations
To reserve a park or facility, CLICK HERE.
Stay Connected
If you want to be one of the first to know about all the great events hosted and sponsored by the Community Services Division City of East Palo Alto please click this link and sign up for our email list!
Community Services & Recreation Office
2415 University Avenue (City Hall) 2nd Floor
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Phone number: (650) 853-3100
Fax number: (650) 853-3111
Email: commservices@cityofepa.org
