To provide the people of the Livermore area with outstanding recreation programs and a system of parks, trails, recreation areas, and facilities that promote enjoyment, lifelong learning, and healthy, active lifestyles.
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is a multifaceted agency that was created in 1947 by a vote of the public. The District is governed by a five-person, elected Board of Directors, each of whom serves a four-year term.
We provide recreation and parks for the 243.5-square-mile area bound by Contra Costa County to the north, San Joaquin County to the east, Santa Clara County to the south, and the cities of Pleasanton and Dublin to the west.
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District offers a wide-variety of programs and services for the community of Livermore. View our seasonal Activity Guide to find the best program for you and your family.
The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District operates on a fiscal year basis beginning on July 1st and ending on June 30th. In accordance with the Public Resource Code, Section 5788-5788.9, the District is required to adopt a Preliminary Budget by July 1st and a Final Budget no later than August 31st. The District's Fiscal Year 2018-19 final operating and capital equipment budget was adopted by Board Resolution on August 7, 2018 in the amount of $22,017,048. The capital improvement expenses are $13,722,564. The District's total expense plan for Fiscal 2018-19 is $35,739,612. The budget includes a projected reserve of 22% of operating costs, as of June 30th, 2019. The District continues to stand debt-free and present a balanced budget.